This was never about having all the answers.
I created Learning How To Breathe Again because I wanted to share what I had lived through — the anxiety, the depression, the moments I kept to myself, and the days when simply getting through the day felt like enough.
I did not write this because I believe I have life figured out. I wrote it because I know what it feels like to struggle quietly, and I wanted to put those experiences into words in case someone else could see a little of themselves in my story.
If these pages help someone feel understood, then sharing my story was worth it.
Some battles are fought where no one can see.
Behind the smiles, routines, workdays, and ordinary conversations, there can be a completely different battle happening inside.
Learning How To Breathe Again is my personal account of those invisible moments — anxiety, depression, emotional survival, fear, and the slow process of trying to find my way forward.
It is not a story about becoming perfect. It is a story about being honest, surviving difficult seasons, learning from them, and continuing to choose the next day.
Just One More Day.
On the hardest days, I did not need to figure out the rest of my life. I only needed to make it through one more day. Those words became a reminder to keep moving forward when everything felt too heavy.
DJ Lamperez
DJ Lamperez is a native of New Iberia, Louisiana, and a proud husband and father of four — three boys and one girl. Family is an important part of his life and has played a major role in shaping who he is today.
Professionally, DJ serves as the Store Manager and Head Technician at iPhone Repair 4 Less in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he has worked for the past four and a half years. His role combines leadership, technical expertise, problem-solving, and daily interaction with people throughout the community.
Outside of work, DJ is the author of Learning How To Breathe Again, a deeply personal memoir drawn from his own experiences and the lessons he has learned along the way. Through his writing, he hopes to share his story honestly and create something that may encourage others who are facing struggles of their own.
A calm space to be heard.
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She’s waiting to listen.
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Books & Bookmarks
Everything in the collection is built around one message: keep going, keep breathing, and take life one day at a time.
Hardcover
Premium collector edition with a cinematic matte finish designed for readers who want the full experience.
$27.99
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Paperback
A lightweight reading edition perfect for everyday inspiration and personal reflection.
$16.99
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eBook
Instant digital access for readers who want to experience the memoir anywhere, anytime.
$8.99
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Bookmark
A meaningful companion piece inspired by the book and designed to stay with you throughout the journey.
$6.99
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