The Rebuilt Life
A lifetime of learning how to rebuild...before life required me to do it myself.
Life doesn't always ask permission before it changes everything. The Rebuilt Life is my story of love, loss, faith, identity, resilience and discovering that sometimes the lessons we've spent a lifetime learning are the very lessons we need to begin again.
Featured Books & Resources
The Rebuilt Life
A lifetime of learning how to rebuild...before life required me to do it myself.
The Rebuilding Begins With You
Small Steps Toward Renewed Identity, Confidence and Purpose.
Health Crusaders Podcast
Conversations, resources and encouragement for living a healthier, more resilient life.
BOB PRIEST
Bob is an author, educator, and storyteller whose life has been shaped by teaching, caregiving, loss, resilience, and faith.
After 30 years as a music educator, Bob faced an unexpected rebuilding of his own following the loss of his first wife and a life-altering stroke on his 60th birthday.
Those experiences became the heart of his forthcoming book, The Rebuilt Life—a story about rediscovering identity, purpose, and the courage to begin again.
Today, Bob writes to remind others of one simple truth:
“Your story isn't over.”
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The Story Behind the Book
The Rebuilt Life wasn't born from one event. It was born from a lifetime of learning how to begin again.
For 30 years, Bob Priest built music programs and helped young people see beyond who they were to who they could become. He never imagined those same lessons would one day be needed to rebuild his own life.
Caregiving. Loss. A life-altering stroke. Health challenges. Each changed the life he knew and forced him to ask, “Who am I now?”
The Rebuilt Life is the story of discovering that rebuilding isn't about becoming who you used to be. It's about taking what remains, honoring what was, and finding the courage to become who you're meant to be next.
Rebuilding Happens One Step at a Time.
Life can change in an instant. Rebuilding rarely happens that way. It happens through small decisions, small victories, faith, perseverance, and the courage to take one more step.
30 Years
Teaching & Leading
Guiding students and ensembles, discovering that true mentorship is teaching people how to believe in themselves.
One Life
Changed in an Instant
A stroke on his 60th birthday turned teacher into student, demanding courage to confront an uncharted reality.
A New Chapter
Still Being Written
Writing, coaching, podcasting, and helping others rebuild with renewed faith, health, and purpose.
What People Are Saying!
“I was hooked from the first page! This author’s storytelling is captivating, and the vulnerability kept me deeply engaged. Can't wait for the book launch!”
Sarah Thompson
Reader & Supporter
“An incredible message of hope! Bob’s lessons on resilience, caregiving, and overcoming adversity resonate with anyone navigating life’s unexpected turns.”
Lia Johnson
Community Member
“Bob’s transparency about stroke recovery and starting again touched my family deeply. His podcast and writing are an uplifting beacon of light.”
Ethan Clark
Podcast Listener
From Bob's Desk
Mastering the Art of Character Development: Tips for Writing Compelling Protagonists
How personal hardship shapes our authentic voice, and why true stories resonate with readers looking to rebuild their own lives.
Cover Design 101: Tips for Creating an Eye-Catching Book Cover
The Power of Dialogue: How to Write Conversations that Drive Your Story Forward
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Bob Priest, the upcoming books, and the podcast.
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