Psychological Recovery

Within every community, toxic people can be found hiding in families, couples, companies, and places of worship. The cryptic nature of psychological abuse involves repetitious mind games played by one individual or a group of people. Psychological abuse leaves no bruises. There are no broken bones. There are no holes in the walls. The bruises, brokenness, and holes are held tightly within the target of the abuse.

Do you love someone who keeps breaking your heart—and somehow makes YOU apologize for the mess? Yeah, I get it. Maybe he lies without flinching, then calls you paranoid. Maybe he vanishes for days, then reappears with flowers because he "knows you." Maybe he twists reality until you're googling "am I crazy?" while he sleeps peacefully beside you. Here's the thing nobody tells you: the best emotional manipulators don't look like monsters. They bring coffee in the morning. They cry during movies. They remember your favorite ice cream flavor. And somehow—SOMEHOW—you're always the one ...

They thought they were protecting me. They had no idea I was exactly where I belonged. For two years, I've been in love with Max, Atlas, and Dante—three men who share everything, including my bed, my heart, and secrets I'm only beginning to understand. When my childhood abuser surfaces after twenty years in prison, threatening the peace I've finally found, my boyfriends close ranks around me with fierce protectiveness. But there's a fourth man I've never met. Cade has been absent for years, appearing only when the others can't handle what needs to be done. When he finally emerges to deal ...

Escaping a relationship with a narcissist is not like leaving an ordinary relationship. It is stepping out of a storm that has distorted your sense of reality, drained your emotional reserves, and left you questioning your worth. This book is not about blaming yourself for being caught in the narcissist’s web; it is about equipping you with the tools to reclaim your life, restore your sanity, and rediscover your strength.

Vincent never had a chance. He lost his mother in the South Tower. He lost his father to a bottle. The rest, he gave away slowly—to heroin, silence, and survival. ★★★★★ "by the time the last scene fades out, you’ll want to sit in the dark for a minute, just letting it settle."- Goodreads ★★★★★ "It did what The Sopranos ending tried to do but actually pulled it off. The final pages of In Powder Blue by Nikolas Pleiadi left me completely silent." - Goodreads ★★★★★ "A modern crime masterpiece....You could dissect this forever. On par with The Godfather."- ...

Break Free from the Narcissist’s Grip and Reclaim Your Life – A Practical Guide to Recovery and Empowerment Are you trapped in a cycle of confusion, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion? Narcissistic abuse is insidious—it slowly erodes your confidence, warps your reality, and leaves you feeling powerless. Whether you’re still entangled in a toxic relationship or struggling to heal from one, this book is your lifeline to freedom, clarity, and self-reclamation. Discover the Secrets Narcissists Don’t Want You to Know In this comprehensive, no-nonsense guide, you’ll learn how to: ...

She thought she was chasing her dreams. Instead, she walked straight into a nightmare. Harlow Speck is no victim. A bold, ambitious woman with a voice made for radio, she’s determined to make something of herself after years of setbacks. But when a charismatic talent scout offers her a shot at something bigger, she’s lured into a world that promises glitz and glamour—and hides something much darker beneath the surface. What begins as flirtation turns into coercion. What feels like a chance becomes a trap. And when a woman from the same circle vanishes without a trace, Harlow’s ...

What if one impossible decision during a suspenseful mission shattered everything you believed about your past? Set deep within the world of contemporary Israeli espionage, Behind the Trigger is a psychological spy thriller where covert operations collide with buried trauma, and the cost of trust is life or death. Irit is no cliché female protagonist. She’s a Mossad field agent, mother, and wife - trained to complete missions, not confront her past. But when a thrilling assignment sparks an unexpected connection with Noor - the wife of a Syrian missiles engineer - everything changes. Two...

You weren’t born lost—you were trained to be. From school to society, you were conditioned to obey, not question. To stay small, agreeable, and quiet. 30 Truths To Learn Now or Regret Later is a blunt, unsentimental dismantling of that programming. No fluff. No inspirational filler. Just 30 brutal truths you’ll either face now—or regret later. This isn’t self-help wrapped in affirmation. It’s a psychological crowbar prying open the beliefs that limit you. Every chapter strips down a socially accepted lie: that pain is bad, that support is unconditional, that doing everything ...

About 100 million Americans live with some form of chronic pain—more than the combined number who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. But chronic pain has always been a mystery. It often returns at the slightest provocation, even when doctors can't find anything wrong. Oddly...

What happens when a person's sense of identity, strength, and autonomy is silently stripped away? The Psychology of Mental Castration explores the deeply unsettling reality of psychological emasculation—when the mind is suppressed, the will is broken, and confidence is systematically dismantled. If you've ever felt silenced, diminished, or emotionally disarmed, this book will help you understand why—and how to fight back.

Trauma recovery is tricky; however, there are several key principles that can help make the process safe and effective. This book gives self-help listeners, therapy clients, and therapists alike the skills to understand and implement eight keys to successful trauma healing: mindful identification of what is helpful, recognizing survival, having the option to not remember, creating a supportive inner dialogue, forgiving not being able to stop the trauma, understanding and sharing shame, finding your own recovery pace; mobilizing your body, and helping others.

If you've been trapped in the cycle of anxious avoidant attachment and yearn for emotional wisdom, then this transformational guide can be your breakthrough – even if self-help remedies have failed you in the past. Feeling isolated despite being surrounded by people? Struggling to maintain stable relationships? Battling persistent feelings of unworthiness?

Did you know that children of narcissistic parents often grow up to feel responsible for the needs and behavior of others? A narcissistic personality disorder is one of a few kinds of character issues and is a state of mind where individuals have their very own swelled feeling of importance, a profound requirement for over the top consideration and appreciation, troubled relationships, and an absence of empathy for other people. In any case, behind this cover of extraordinary certainty lies delicate confidence that is defenseless against the smallest criticism.

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Judith L. Herman A Gateway to Her Life, Theories, and Legacy Few voices have changed our understanding of trauma as profoundly as Judith L. Herman. From the recognition of complex PTSD to her groundbreaking book Trauma and Recovery, Herman reframed healing as a moral and social act — a movement from silence toward truth, safety, and connection. This concise yet powerful volume distils her life and work into an engaging narrative that bridges biography and theory. It traces her journey from post-war New York to the forefront of psychiatry, exploring how she ...

This book is for anyone who has experienced emotional abuse or wants to understand and support a loved one who has. Inside you will learn about the causes and effects of emotional abuse, as well as healing strategies. You will learn all about the feelings of worthlessness, isolation, and powerlessness that victims often feel. Plus you will discover practical solutions for dealing with them and becoming a stronger person.

Are you being manipulated? The scary truth is—you probably are. Manipulation is everywhere. It’s in relationships, workplaces, politics, and even casual conversations. From gaslighting and guilt-tripping to body language deception and psychological tricks, master manipulators use dark psychology techniques to control others without them even realizing it. In Dark Psychology & Manipulation: How to Spot Lies, Read People, and Protect Yourself from Toxic Behavior, you’ll uncover the hidden tactics used by narcissists, sociopaths, and master manipulators to influence and exploit people. ...

LIVING WEAPON PROTOCOL: Your Guide to Unshakable Emotional Strength Take Back Your Power Ever feel drained by toxic relationships, workplace pressure, or manipulative family dynamics? Living Weapon Protocol is your step-by-step guide to breaking free and reclaiming your emotional strength. This isn’t just another self-help book—it’s a powerful toolkit designed to help you protect your peace, set ironclad boundaries, and live with unshakable confidence.What You’ll Gain With Living Weapon Protocol, you’ll learn how to: Spot Manipulation Instantly: Recognize gaslighting, guilt trips,...

Recovery from Gaslighters, Narcissists, and all Toxic People How to Become Resilient, Positive and Powerful after Psychological and Emotional Abuse by Olivia Harris-Stevenson This book is for anyone seeking to break free from the grips of a toxic relationship and reclaim their life after emotional abuse, or for those aspiring to transform their past negative experiences into stepping stones for personal growth. Olivia Harris-Stevenson, a renowned psychologist, life coach and survivor of emotional abuse herself, shares her unique approach to recovery that teaches us how to turn adversity ...

ALL THEY WANTED WAS LOVE, SAFETY AND SANITY! BUT WHERE COULD THEY GO? Jennifer and her two grown children had suffered physical and emotional abuse for over a decade. She was finally getting away from her abusive husband by divorcing him. But when he drained all the money from their bank account, leaving them with nothing to live on, what was she going to do? Sometimes a well-timed rescue comes from a total stranger. This story is the parable of the Good Samaritan lived out. Diane Ehrlich tells the heart-wrenching true account of a family who escapes domestic violence and the extraordinary ...