Brain Jam

About the Book

This autobiography takes you through the life and times of Joe McGillis from the 1970s to today and his struggle in living with depression. This is a powerful story, a roller-coaster ride of emotions from hilarious tales of adolescence to intense drama of dealing with the loss of beloved family members and friends. The story of Joe’s life will keep you turning pages up to the life-changing moment when the author reveals how near to self-destruction he came. Readers of all ages will find hope in Joe McGillis’s story and realize that life is always worth fighting for.

About the Author

Joe McGillis is a happily married father of three with a large extended family living in Peterborough, Ontario. His career path has taken him from newspaper delivery boy in the 1970s to bartender and to high school teacher since 2001. In any role, his compassion for others has never wavered. The ability to seek out a worthy cause and lend a hand always benefit from Joe’s endless level of energy. Students often tell him he is their favorite teacher. Players tell him he is their favorite coach. At home, he is the favorite parent, a contest his wife allows him to win because he does all the cooking. In his spare time, Joe plays the drums and walks his dog Sunny. Joe’s greatest success to date is his involvement with mental health awareness in his community and someday the world.