Comments on: Cycle Path, The

By: Lewis Jacobs

Lewis Jacobs — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:31:58 +0000

This is the story of a woman who had to experience episodes of interrupted walking, unconsciousness and loss of speech due to a rare mental health condition known as “Conversion Syndrome Disorder”. “The Cycle Path” was part of her recovery and can also be a remarkable help for those who suffer the same illness or those who want to understand it.

By: Karen La Borde

Karen La Borde — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:31:31 +0000

The Cycle Path is an inspirational story of a woman who transcends the obstacles of a rare mental illness, Conversion Syndrome Disorder (CSD), through her discovery of writing.
For years Fiona lived in ignorance of her condition, CSD, a crippling and extremely frightening condition which causes the sufferer to become partly paralysed and unable to walk during times of stress and anxiety.
She struggled against her disorder, which was exacerbated by domestic abuse and family problems.
Yet, Fiona’s courage triumphed and she is now a successful journalist, publishing consultant for Chipmunka, and an activist.
Fiona found liberation in telling her story.
“I knew my long fight against being misunderstood and disempowered through being unable to walk properly for four years was over”, she said.
Fiona’s story is one of faith and determination. She proves to her readers that mental illness should not be an obstacle to self – achievement.

By: Jake Bristol

Jake Bristol — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:31:00 +0000

The descriptions in Fiona Whelpton’s book are honest, gritty and – at times – beautifully poetic. A great achievement and breakthrough in writing. Look forward to reading her first full length novel soon.

By: Fiona Thomas

Fiona Thomas — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:30:24 +0000

Fiona Whelpton’s story is amazing. Conversion syndrome is unknown to most people; read this book now to find out more about it. This book endeavours to raise awareness about this illness, and to ensure that people suffering from this illness do not feel alone in their suffering.

By: Robert Short

Robert Short — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:29:40 +0000

Great book. I advise everyboby to read it as soon as possible.

By: Brian May

Brian May — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:28:58 +0000

I want to share my passion for a new book, THE CYCLE PATH. Please buy it and read it, your opinion about mental health problem is going to change with this book.

By: Sarah Jackson

Sarah Jackson — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:28:14 +0000

Fiona Whelpton suffers from and overcomes Conversion Syndrome Disorder, a very rare illness which causes physical paralysis bought on by anxiety. In spite of experienced domestic abuse and family problems, this book is the story of hope and empowerment. She’s now a successful journalist.

By: Becky Garcia

Becky Garcia — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:27:39 +0000

How can Fiona keep her smile and her love of life while Mother Nature gave her a terrible mental illness called conversion syndrome disorder as a birth gift? Read this book and you will know this amazing woman and her original life.

By: Roberto Lopez

Roberto Lopez — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:26:47 +0000

I think that is a very interesting book; I love the story of this woman. Read this wonderful tale about how anxiety can led to physical paralysis from the neck down and how an amazing woman faces up it and leads the road of improvement.