STEPHEN CREMEN
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Stephen Cremen was born in Baltimore and raised in a small town in Iowa. For over three decades, he has travelled an extraordinary path, tackling obesity and issues of body image. What began as a quest to shed weight ultimately became a profound journey of self-exploration, emotional resilience, and empowerment.
After working for over 23 years as a marketing executive for Verizon, Stephen left the business world to pursue passion projects and share the formative experiences that have shaped his life. Stephen's mission transcends mere storytelling; it's about fostering connection, building a tapestry of empathy, and cultivating a safe space of love and support. Residing in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, with his husband Will and their beloved golden retriever Daisy, Stephen celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the boundless capacity for growth and love.
AVAILABLE JUNE 4th, 2024
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At 360 pounds, Stephen Cremen had a choice: give up or fight back. Concealing his body beneath layers of dark, loose-fitting clothes, he couldn't bear to confront his reflection. The fear of judgment and the belief that no one could ever love someone so obese tormented him. Food became his comfort – the one thing he could always count on when things got rough.
In 1993, Stephen stumbled upon an Oprah Winfrey episode that posed simple yet profound questions that would alter the course of his life. It ignited a realization within him unlike anything he had experienced before.
On June 4, 1994, Stephen began his quest to unravel the tangled web of emotions and impulses driving his compulsive overeating. What started as a goal to lose weight ultimately led to a transformative journey of self-discovery, emotional healing, and empowerment.
In this intimate memoir, Stephen shares some of the most personal details of his life: growing up overweight, navigating the journey of self-acceptance as a gay man, and finding the courage to undergo extensive reconstructive surgery to resolve his body-image struggles. Through unwavering determination and discipline, he learned how to control his diet and integrate exercise into his daily routine. By learning to say no to others and prioritize his feelings and needs, Stephen lost a staggering 165 pounds – nearly half his body weight.
Three decades later, Stephen stands before a mirror, released from the grip of self-doubt. Emotionally and physically, he has overcome challenges that have held him back. Healthy and happy, he is living his best life in a family and community where he's supported and loved.
STEP INTO THE SUN
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