D. Ivan Young
Biography
Acknowledged as a contemporary thought leader and hard-hitting relationship expert, D. Ivan Young continues to tear down barriers and transform lives. His simple, direct, and uncomplicated discussions spark new thinking and heal broken people. His insightful yet, provocative teaching style on complex relationship subjects has been hailed by fans across the country as remarkable. Young’s effectual and powerful dialogue has helped women develop healthy relationships and understand their true intended purpose despite challenges.
Recognized as the premier life coach for 21st Century Urban America, Young is the best-selling author of Break Up, Don’t Break Down. He is also President and CEO of Reality -N- 3D Publishing Inc., and a sought-after Life Coach. D. Ivan Young’s personal experience of turmoil and pitfalls associated with self-serving relationships create a strong commonality with his readers. Catapulted to a personal journey and process of transformation, Young triumphed and eliminated insurmountable obstacles that metamorphed him professionally and spiritually. D. Ivan Young has developed effective no-nonsense tools that enable women to take personal authority of their ultimate destiny and overcome seemingly hopeless circumstances.
Young was awarded the Vice Chancellors Award for leadership from the University of Houston and is currently an esteemed member of the International Coach Federation. In addition, Young continually gives back to the community by focusing his attention on the mentorship of at risk youth. Over the years, D. Ivan Young has been featured on CNN, CBS Radio, and the Tom Pope Show. His most recent book, Break Up, Don’t Break Down released by Reality -N- 3D Publishing in April, 2010. His upcoming works include the republishing of Tired of Being Alone and two scheduled book releases titled Why Me and That’s My Babies Daddy?... Young currently resides in Houston, TX, and when he’s not writing, lecturing or traveling, he enjoys karate, physical fitness and ultimately being a complete and whole person.
“Your relationship may be "Breaking Up," but you won't be "Breaking Down." If anything your correcting a mistake that was hurting four people, you and the person your with, not to mention the two people who you were destined to meet.”