Surviving Relationships

Surviving and Thriving in Stepfamily Relationships draws on current research, a wide variety of clinical modalities, and 30 years of clinical work with stepfamily members to describe the special challenges stepfamilies face. The book presents the concept of "stepfamily architecture" and the five challenges it creates, and delineates three different levels of strategies - psychoeducation, building interpersonal skills, and intrapsychic work - for meeting those challenges in dozens of different settings. 

Should I Stay or Should I Go? is a survival manual, a guidebook, and a shot of reality. Some people will never change, and kissing frogs is the stuff of fairy tales, not real life. The Beast never turns out to be a nice guy (or gal). This is a book that breaks down what mean people do to us, how they do it, and what we can do to survive.

Surviving is unlike any memoir of survivorship, given its nuance, compassion, and candor. Above all, it is an exquisitely powerful testament to Gooden’s healing, survivorship, and dedication to helping others do the same.

You weren’t crazy. You were conditioned. If you’ve ever been love-bombed, gaslit, discarded, and then replaced like you never mattered—this book is for you. How to Spot a Narcissist Before He Destroys You is a brutally honest, empowering guide for women who are tired of being emotionally manipulated, silenced, and broken by men who pretend to love them. Whether you’re stuck in a trauma bond, constantly questioning your worth, or trying to understand what the hell just happened, this book will wake you up—and walk you out. Through 11 deeply revealing chapters, Astrid Star breaks ...

Unlock the secrets to healing after infidelity. Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to truly rebuild trust and find peace after the devastating experience of being cheated on?Are you reeling from the pain of betrayal? Discover a path to healing and reclaim your life with our exclusive bonus guide. Infidelity can shatter your world, leaving you engulfed in confusion, anger, and heartache. The whirlwind of emotions may make it feel impossible to envision a future free from pain. But you’re not alone—many have walked this path and emerged stronger, more self-aware, and ready to ...

Are you dealing with a narcissist? This book is your survival guide! Learn about the different types of narcissists so you can understand what you have on your hands. Explore the reasons why you are attracting narcissists and the tactics they use against you. Figure out your plan of action using the 12 steps to help you fight back. This is a succinct, information-packed book that is easy to understand. A must-read if you have any form of a relationship with a narcissist, including a coparenting relationship or a parent-child relationship. As a friend, this is a great resource to gift to ...

Physical intimacy allows a degree of closeness that no other activity can offer because it nurtures trust and reinforces reciprocal attachment. This is why couples need regular satisfaction of both partners' sexual needs to develop a strong marriage. This frequent activity reassures both sides of a couple of their attraction for each other while giving them pleasure. An intimate relationship delivers what marriage is all about: Deep feelings of connection Trust evolving into emotional bonding Security and confidence in each other As the fundamental promise of marriage implies feeling loved,...

Leaving a toxic relationship isn’t a breakup. It’s an extraction. There is a question that haunts almost everyone trying to walk away from a controlling or manipulative partner: Why is it harder to leave someone who treats me terribly than someone who treats me well? If you are asking yourself this question, you need to know two things immediately. First, you are not crazy, broken, or “addicted to the drama.” Second, you cannot successfully exit this dynamic until you understand the architecture of the trap you are in. Toxic partners do not prey on the weak. They prey on the ...

Far from a clinical self-help book, Surviving: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss not only invites listeners into the intimate and poignant reality of suicide loss but offers tangible tools from Sugarman’s comprehensive 18-category mental health resources directory, The HelpHUB™.

No Contact: Why Grown Children End Parent Relationships—and How to Cope, Heal, and Move Forward Are you a parent grieving the silence of an estranged adult child? You are not alone—and this compassionate guide can help you find clarity, healing, and hope. When your adult child cuts off contact, the pain is devastating. You’re left with unanswered questions, a heart full of love, and a life that feels suddenly unfamiliar. No Contact is a supportive, nonjudgmental resource for parents navigating the heartbreak of estrangement—and searching for a path forward. In this groundbreaking ...

Leslie Vernick, counselor and social worker, has witnessed the devastating effects of emotional abuse. Many, including many in the church, have not addressed this form of destruction in families and relationships because it is difficult to talk about. With godly guidance and practical experience, Vernick offers an empathetic approach to recognizing an emotionally destructive relationship and addresses the symptoms and the damage with biblical tools.

Some bridges are built for crossing. Others are built for burning. She grew up in a house where love was a transaction, silence was a weapon, and survival meant learning how to disappear. Every smile had conditions. Every hug had an expiration date. And every mistake was proof she’d never be enough. But even in the quietest corners, a spark survived. Burning the Bridge I Was Born On is the unflinching story of a daughter who refused to inherit the wounds that raised her. Told with the pace of a novel and the punch of truth, it takes you from the sharp edges of a childhood spent under ...

Break free from toxic relationships and reclaim your self-worth—for good—even if you’ve felt trapped, doubted yourself, or feared nothing could ever change. Are you constantly second-guessing your reality, wondering if you’re “overreacting” or “not strong enough”? Do you freeze up or feel guilty every time you try to set a boundary—worried about backlash, shame, or being alone? Have you tried to leave, set limits, or explain the pain, only to feel stuck, isolated, or misunderstood by everyone—even yourself? If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Toxic ...

Surviving Myself is a memoir about shame, damage, self-deception, and the first opening toward recovery. Bill Tierney tells his story as he remembers living it, including the thoughts, emotions, confusion, and distorted perceptions that shaped his choices at the time. He writes with honesty, without trying to dramatize what happened, excuse the harm, or force the story into a tidy conclusion. At its heart, this is a book about what can happen when pain goes unrecognized, shame stays hidden, and the strategies we use to survive begin to hurt the people we love.

Pathological mind games. Covert and overt put-downs. Triangulation. Gaslighting. Projection. These are the manipulative tactics survivors of malignant narcissists are unfortunately all too familiar with. As victims of silent crimes where the perpetrators are rarely held accountable, survivors of narcissistic abuse have lived in a war zone of epic proportions, enduring an abuse cycle of love-bombing and devaluation - psychological violence on steroids.

The pain of suicide loss is indescribable. It seems beyond survival. Yet with faith, perseverance, and the tools of brain science, there is a way through. It will take time. It will take struggle. But hope is real, for there are things you can do to make it to the other side. If you are struggling with suicide loss or you need to come alongside someone who is, Rita Schulte wants to help you move forward.

The name Armand Hammer conjures up many aspirational ideals. Billionaire. Industrialist. Successful businessman. Philanthropist. Art collector. It sounds like the idealized American success story. However, the reality of growing up Hammer had a very dark side, with very real consequences. Violence. Addiction. Abuse. These are just some of the realities that Casey Hammer, the only granddaughter of Armand Hammer, had to overcome. As dark as her recollections are, Casey's is a story of survival, hope, and inspiration. Lift the veil and see the realities of growing up Hammer.

Part 1 of a 2-Part Series Having just left a dysfunctional marriage, Kat thought she'd found the man of her dreams in Pete. He was handsome and kind, proudly sharing details of a picture-perfect life. But, as time went on, this instant soulmate connection and his declarations of love disappeared and were replaced by a hateful and sadistic man- one who terrorized Kat for years. "Surviving a Psychopath" intimately chronicles this abusive relationship, revealing what it's like to love a psychopath, and how difficult it is to escape one. Part 2 release date 09/30/2024

Most books on ADHD don't dare expose the genuine grit of the moment-by-moment peaks and valleys of this special parenthood - the gut-wrenching, crying on the bathroom floor, feeling like you're losing your mind truth of the matter that is learning to successfully parent a child with ADHD. Boy Without Instructions: Surviving the Learning Curve of Parenting a child with ADHD changes that. Williams shares her unfiltered thoughts and emotions during her progression through this learning curve during this harrowing ride.

In Surviving an Affair, Drs. Harley and Chalmers describe the most common types of affairs, the reasons they begin and end, the best way to end them, and the best way to restore a marriage after an affair. But most importantly, they help listeners survive the ordeal by providing them with step-by-step guidance that minimizes suffering and offers hope for rebuilding a loving and trusting marital relationship.