“We all have something ‘behind our smile,’ even when others believe you have it all. Doug’s transparency is inspiring and gives hope to others.”
—Vonnie Woodrick, founder of the nonprofit i understand and author of i understand: Pain, Love, and Healing after Suicide

“Behind the Smile is an absolute must read! Doug provides a direct, unfiltered view of what it is like to face depression, cancer, and other life events head on, providing hope for all of those who face similar challenges. Golden nuggets of inspiration and hope are all throughout the book; there is something for everyone. We can all benefit from Doug sharing these life lessons.”
—Rick Brown, CPG executive

“Doug’s generous and open philanthropy of heart and soul will provide a healing balm to many who will find inspiration and truth in what he so openly shares.”
—Steven Loftis, owner of Harbor Restaurants and trustee of the Michigan Hospitality Foundation

Table of Contents

1. Do the Stuff You Don’t Want to Do
2. Learn How to Shoulder Someone Else’s Dreams
3. Diapers Don’t Have a Shelf Life (AKA: Shit Happens)
4. Be Willing to Be Inconsistent
5. Go to the Funeral
6. Sometimes Quitting Is the Best Way Forward
7. There Is No Secret to Survival
8. Bet Your Life
9. Live Your Own Lie—and Do It Honestly
10. Count Your Traumas
11. Why Not Me?
12. Don’t Be Afraid to Be Boring
13. Don’t Worry about Doing the Right Thing (Because You Probably Already Know What It Is)
14. Don’t Leave a Legacy
Epilogue
Acknowledgments