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Date Published: February 13, 2025
Publisher: MindStir Media
Living Longer, Happier, and In More Control of Your Circumstances
What does it take to achieve exceptional longevity—not just in years but in happiness, fulfillment, and personal control over life’s circumstances? At 85 years old, Deacon Ralph Torrelli has beaten the odds, living a life filled with purpose, resilience, and wisdom. Now, he shares the lessons and insights that have helped him—and can help you—thrive in an ever-changing world.
Drawing from his experiences as a business owner, mentor, deacon, and devoted family man, Torrelli provides a roadmap to a longer, more meaningful life. Through real-life stories, practical advice, and deep reflections, he explores:
✔ Acceptance & Emotion – Embracing feelings while maintaining balance
✔ Action & Accountability – Turning intentions into tangible results
✔ Adaptability – Thriving in times of uncertainty
✔ Courage & Perseverance – Facing life’s challenges with bravery and grit
✔ Honor & Integrity – Living a life of authenticity and respect
✔ PMA (Present Moment Awareness) – The power of embracing the now
From navigating relationships and overcoming fear to setting goals and finding your true purpose, I Beat the Odds is a guide to living longer, happier, and with a greater sense of control. If you’re ready to defy expectations, take charge of your destiny, and discover the keys to a fulfilling life, this book will show you the way.
It’s never too late—or too early—to start beating the odds. Are you ready?
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Deacon Ralph Torrelli has 43 years of ministry experience. He is the author of five books on spirituality and prayer published by Liguori Publications and Word Among Us Press and has published articles in faith-based magazines. From 2005 to the present; he authors the by-monthly Scripture commentary column for the Gulf Pine Catholic, the newspaper of the Biloxi Diocese. He has extensive experience in preaching and counseling in the normal course of his ministry, including hosting a call-in radio ministry. He has led pilgrimages to the Holy Land and Rome and conducted retreats and parish missions.
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