Every Atom, Every Cell

A collection of poems that speak of love, human suffering and challenges and all that makes us human. It is acceptance and self-love for our own humanity, giving ourselves grace. It is finding hope and faith when there seem to be none at all. There is a gift behind every hardship if we look close enough.Every Atom, Every Cell by Teri Dourmashkin follows a woman's life of hardship and hope. Her poems share the pain of early trauma, loss, and quiet struggles. She writes about love that lifts her and lets her down, and a faith that flickers but holds on. Each poem is a step toward loving herself, as she faces her past and fears. This collection is honest about tough feelings, grief, shame, and doubt, but also shows strength in moving forward. It's a story of someone rebuilding their life, bit by bit. The words are simple and real, connecting with readers who understand carrying pain and choosing to keep going. Dr. Teri Dourmashkin began writing poetry two years ago, sharing her life's highs and lows. She earned a Doctorate in Health Education from Columbia University, writing about women and chronic pain with honesty. This openness carries into her poetry, which seeks to comfort readers and show they're not alone in their emotions.