"I know that - even in our darkest chapters and literal worst nightmares - we still hold the pen, and we retain authorship of our own stories." James J. Hammond Living Life in Fast Forward is more than a memoir. Author James J. Hammond shares the raw truth about what it's like to pursue your vision when you've been given an expiration date. By looking at your life from a fast-forward perspective you can: Reset your priorities to pull forward the most important things Find your purpose to greatly impact your quality of life Learn to care for yourself so you can be at your best Understand how empathy for others is different than sympathy for them Express genuine appreciation for your most important relationships The lessons James learned from a life that was sped up are powerful for everyone, but especially for those facing a terminal prognosis, as well as their families and their physicians.