Safety Relationship

Do you go quiet, freeze, or emotionally disconnect when conversations get intense — even with people you care about? Do you want to communicate better, but your mind goes blank, your chest tightens, and words just disappear? If so, you’re not broken. Your nervous system is trying to protect you. When emotional threat is detected, the brain shifts into survival mode. Blood flow and neural resources move away from the areas responsible for language, emotional processing, and social connection — making it genuinely hard to think, speak, or stay present. This is why “just communicate ...

In an increasingly dangerous world, The Practical Guide to Personal Security equips everyday people with the mindset, tools, and real-world strategies used by elite professionals—proven strategies adapted for civilian life. From home defense to threat detection, self-defense to emergency response—whether you're walking across a college campus, coming home to an empty house, or managing a crisis, this book helps YOU take control of your safety.

Since Stephen Porges first proposed the Polyvagal Theory in 1994, its basic idea-that the level of safety we feel impacts our health and happiness-has radically shifted how researchers and clinicians approach trauma interventions and therapeutic interactions. Yet despite its wide acceptance, most of the writing on the topic has been obscured behind clinical texts and scientific jargon.

Ff we spend our lives trying to be “the strong one,” we become exhausted, burned-out, and disconnected from our truest selves. What if it were different? Could there be a different way to be strong? Could strength mean more than pushing on and pushing through pain, bearing every heavy burden on our own? What if, instead, true strength were more like the tide: soft and bold, fierce and gentle, moving together as one powerful force? In Strong like Water, author and trauma therapist Aundi Kolber offers a framework for true flourishing.

Reclaim Your Inner Child is your compassionate roadmap to breaking free from toxic family patterns and reclaiming the sense of wholeness that has always been your birthright. Drawing from trauma-informed psychology, attachment repair, and somatic healing, this guide helps you reconnect with the parts of yourself that were silenced, shamed, or forgotten—and finally experience the peace and self-trust you’ve been searching for.

The path to reclaiming your self-worth begins with recognizing what you’re up against. At first, they seem charming, magnetic, and full of life. You’re drawn in by their energy, and you can’t help but want to be around them. But then, little by little, the mask begins to slip. Suddenly, you see them for who they really are—arrogant, inconsiderate, manipulative, and filled with a sense of self-grandeur that leaves no room for anyone else in the relationship. Your self-esteem begins to crumble, you no longer feel safe, and you’re left wondering: How did I get here? And how do I get ...

Have you ever felt completely alone—while lying next to someone who says they love you? You smile. You stay. You shrink. And yet, the ache only gets louder. This is not the loneliness of being single. This is the heartbreak of being half-loved. Of reaching for someone who’s right there—but never really with you. Of silencing your needs just to keep the peace… and slowly disappearing in the process. You Were There, But I Still Felt Alone is for the woman who’s done explaining her pain. Done begging for presence. Done calling it love when it only hurts. In these pages, you’ll find...

‘Each time my mother laid a finger on me… it was another step into the jaws of hell. Her abuse, more so than any other, destroyed me. It was the ultimate betrayal.’ Abused from the age of eight by her older brother and then her step-father, Maureen Wood quickly became numb to the constant...

#1 New Release in Love & Loss Charting across 3 major categories on Amazon, Hold Me Differently has already helped thousands feel seen, understood, and safe in love again. Not a guide. Not advice. Just a quiet voice — for anyone who still believes in tenderness. Written by TikTok storyteller Andrew Browski — whose words have been saved by millions seeking comfort in love and heartbreak. His voice, both tender and true, has become a quiet refuge for those navigating emotional disconnection, longing, and the fragile moments before goodbye. Don’t love me louder. Just hold me softer. Hold...

Deb Dana provides a valuable blueprint for becoming conscious navigators of our nervous system—inhabiting a comforting inner sanctuary where we can finally relax, connect, and breathe again. Each audio session guides us out of dysregulation and overwhelm, helping us return to a state where we feel safe, calm, and regulated.

Under the Refuge of His Wings — Daily Devotions for Finding Safety in Christ What if the safest place isn’t a status but a Savior? In a culture that pressures women to find “covering” at any cost, Under His Wings leads you back to the only shelter that never fails—the covenant care of God. Bible teacher Dr. Dawn J. Douglas walks with you through the Book of Ruth and the wider canon to expose the lie of spiritual exposure and to restore the truth of divine covering. Before Ruth ever stood under Boaz’s garment, she lived under God’s Name—and that order changes everything for ...

With a bachelor's and master's degree in education and over 30 years of experience, plus training in trauma sensitivity, author and mother of two, Jennifer Alushan, is ready to give parents and caregivers proven techniques to effectively understand and authentically interact with children so the healing process can begin.

Full of actionable advice and insider tips, When Your Aging Parent Needs Help provides practical and flexible steps that move concerned families toward effective elder care action, while respecting a parent's dignity and autonomy.

The title of this audiobook, Can I See Your Hands, refers to one of the key outcomes of this audiobook - being able to tell whether or not people want to cause us harm. To put it very simply, if you can see someone's hands and they are not concealing them, holding a weapon or positioning to strike you, one's levels of trust and confidence can increase. This simple example can serve as a reminder to all of us in many of the complex moments we have to deal with, and difficult decisions we have to make, in everyday life.

An empathetic, accessible, research-backed guide to creating healthy, secure, attuned relationships by exploring the roots of your own emotional disconnection. Not only is deep, meaningful connection with others something we yearn for, research shows that connection has profound effects on our...

What if love didn’t have to hurt? What if the chaos, anxiety, and confusion in your relationship weren’t signs you’re too much or not enough, but clues that something deeper needs healing? Hold Me Right is not a book about quick fixes or romantic fairytales. It’s a deeply honest, practical, and powerful guide to building relationships that feel safe, passionate, and real. Written for anyone who’s tired of toxic cycles, emotional abandonment, and never quite feeling chosen, this book gives you the roadmap to create love that lasts without losing yourself. This book is for you if: ...

Truth So Raw: An Action Plan for Women Feeling Trapped in Abusive Relationships Are you feeling trapped in an abusive relationship, struggling to find a way out? "Truth So Raw" is a powerful guide designed specifically for women like you, offering a compassionate and practical roadmap to reclaim your life and embrace your freedom. This insightful book delves deep into understanding the complex dynamics of abuse, helping you recognize the signs and acknowledge your feelings. With a focus on building a reliable support system, creating safety plans, and empowering yourself with knowledge, ...

Why do current medical guidelines insist that cosleeping is unsafe? What is the difference between SIDS and SUID, and are they related to cosleeping? What should parents do to make a safe sleep space for their infant? If a family chooses to cosleep, how should they respond to reproach from friends, family, or medical professionals? In Safe Infant Sleep, the world's authority on cosleeping breaks down the complicated political and social aspects of sleep safety, exposes common misconceptions, and compares current recommendations to hard science.

If you’re a teenager or young adult asking this question, there’s probably a reason. Have you heard rumors about someone you know getting assaulted? Do you worry about date rape? Or perhaps you’ve experienced sexual assault and didn’t know what to do or where to turn. Be Strong, Be Wise will help!

Prepare your teen for life's important conversations in just 7 days without awkward dinner table moments! Are you worried about your teen navigating puberty, dating, and relationships without the right information? Do you wish there was a way to guide them without the discomfort of "the talk"? Are you eager to empower them with knowledge but unsure where to start? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many parents and guardians feel overwhelmed by the prospect of addressing these topics. Sex Education for Teenagers provides an approachable, comprehensive guide to help your teen make informed ...