First published in March 2019, ‘The Circus of Life’ is largely based on the highly-successful course that Rachel developed and has successfully presented at schools and businesses throughout the country. It is available it two editions - one for teens and one for adults. There are both printed and digital editions for both.

In the opening chapter, the book introduces Rachel as ‘The Ringmaster’ and gives her reasons behind writing the book. She then describes the many similarities between performing well at the circus and performing well in life, for example, juggling priorities and balancing different demands. The book then carefully explains the causes and symptoms of stress and anxiety, in a language that teenagers will understand and presented in a way that they will not feel intimidated, patronised or frightened by.

Subsequent chapters then invite the reader to complete a ‘Big Top’ model, that helps them to identify their own strengths and weaknesses, and guide them into self-administered positive changes that will give them increased resilience to stress-related issues, and greater success in relationships and personal performance. Finally, there is an appendix that gives further explanation on specific issues such as eating disorders and depression, with a comprehensive list of tailored support services and charities that are available online and/or by phone.