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“This book is filled with insightful and practical tools to improve emotional intelligence and create healthy boundaries. The storytelling pulls you in and creates the motivation to apply the tools. For everyone looking to understand themselves more fully and create better relationships, this book is a must-read!

The Arbinger Institute
Global training and consulting firm that teaches professional leadership from an inclusive mindset. Books: The Outward Mindset, Leadership and Self-Deception, and The Anatomy of Peace


“I met Holly in 2018. She helped me through a very difficult time in my life. I then convinced Holly to bring her unique and special brand of mental health and emotional boundary regulation to my company. She has literally transformed the lives of hundreds of employees at Delta Defense. Holly's new book will undoubtedly help untold numbers of people! I am eternally grateful for Holly coming into my life.

Tim Schmidt, CEO & Founder, Delta Defense LLC
Author of Guns, Freedom, and the American Dream and If It Is To Be, It’s Up To Me


“Are you ready for the life you've been dreaming about? Then read this book! Holly Schneider is offering you a backpack full of terrific techniques and amazing real-life examples. For me, this is one of those books I will have near my desk for quick reference and motivation to navigate life and people. I hope you do too!”

Katrina Cravy
Co-Founder of CharismaQ, Professional Speaker, and Author of On Air


“With her vulnerable approach to sharing her backpack, Holly Schneider provides practical tools for clear and healthy boundaries. Her innovative work at Delta Defense has changed the workplace by making well-being a priority for employees, promoting skills for emotional intelligence and the best self-development. This book will change your life!

Eric Coryell
Author of Revolutionize Teamwork and Owner of Core Connections


“Holly was selected as one of WCWI’s Leaderboard: Champions of Employee Wellbeing in 2020 in representation of Moral Courage, which serves as a compass for cultural change. Holly’s work at Delta Defense LLC has empowered clients to tackle mental health challenges through transparency in a “we over me” mentality. Her fearless work in promoting personal and organizational change gives needed tools for practicing mental health, resilience, and overall well-being. Her backpack philosophy is providing an everlasting impact personally and professionally!

Lisa Grenfell
Coach and Assistant Director, Marketing & Membership, Wellness Council of Wisconsin (WCWI)


I am overjoyed to recommend Holly Schneider’s book to my patients. I have worked closely with her in mental health for many years and know, firsthand, her amazing skills that changed so many lives. I am thrilled that her excellence as a clinician is now available to EVERYONE! Hiking life’s journey is more enjoyable and fulfilling using Holly’s book as a guide.

Suzanne Grimm, MD 
Medical Director, Wood County Department of Health and Human Services


Brilliant, beautiful, and packed with wisdom, Holly Schneider shares what is in her own backpack and invites us to examine our own. Carry Your Own Backpack teaches the importance of understanding what is ours to carry as we skillfully navigate our hike through life. This book belongs in everyone’s backpack! I will recommend it to absolutely everyone!”

Sara Zingsheim, LPC, CDBT Psychotherapist
Owner, Best Self Counseling Center, LLP

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5/5 Star Reviews on Amazon

“Outstanding tools for everyone to use!”