Surviving Trauma

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 ...

The Book That's Transforming How We Heal Our Most Fundamental Relationship Have you ever felt that, despite your mother's love, something essential was missing? There are truths we whisper, uncomfortable secrets we keep. Perhaps none is as difficult to voice as this: sometimes, our mothers didn't know how to love us in the ways we desperately needed. For many of us, questioning maternal love feels almost sacrilegious. But if you've found yourself here, you likely sense that something fundamental was missing from this core relationship – and that recognition, however painful, is your first...

The causes of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder range from severe neglect to monstrous abuse. Many survivors grew up in houses that were not homes-in families that were as loveless as orphanages and sometimes as dangerous. If you felt unwanted, unliked, rejected, hated, and/or despised for a lengthy portion of your childhood, trauma may be deeply engrained in your mind, soul, and body. This book is a practical guide to recovering from lingering childhood trauma. It is copiously illustrated with examples of the author's and his clients' journeys of recovering.

This is a personal story of generational trauma, a mother's debilitating paranoid schizophrenia and a daughter who was thrust into foster care, homelessness, drug addiction, and was sexually abused and neglected. This book Discovers the strength of the human spirit and the power of love that defies all odds, a story of resilience and hope. Beautifully written as a heartfelt memoir that invites readers to discover Lorie’s profound journey, The Voices We Couldn’t Hear is a transformative coming-of-age story that delves into poignant themes including abuse, mental illness, and the ...

Her body is thawing, and the smell of death is oozing from her. I want to be sick, but I say nothing. I watch like I was told. Good girls, listen. I want to rub my legs clean; I want a shower. Startled when my mom announced she was done. I finally see. Even though I was watching, I did not truly see. I say nothing. I sit and watch. Wishing for heaven too. Survival is all I can think of, I must do as they say, or I will be next. I am trying to be strong but failing many times. Will I leave the summer alive? will I get to start 8th Grade? I was finally able to tell on my parents. Now I am ...

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.

Our brains do their best to help us out, but every so often they can be real assholes - having meltdowns, getting addicted to things, or shutting down completely at the worst possible moments. Your brain knows it's not good to do these things, but it can't help it sometimes - especially if it's obsessing about trauma it can't overcome. That's where this life-changing book comes in. With humor, patience, science, and lots of good-ole swearing, Dr. Faith explains what's going on in your skull, and talks you through the process of retraining your brain to respond appropriately....

Often, those who live through trauma come away with feelings of shame, guilt, anger, and despair. These are common, even normal, responses in the immediate aftermath. Left unaddressed, though, those feelings may develop into substance abuse problems, eating disorders, depression, or anxiety. Learning how to move on, to pick up and live life again, takes effort and guidance. Botwin guides listeners through the stories of others who have gone on to live fulfilling, happy lives, and provides tips and tools for healing and moving on.

Do you wake up every morning replaying what happened, wondering how someone you loved could lie so easily, and if you’ll ever feel normal again? Are you trapped between wanting to stay and needing to run, terrified that no matter what you choose, your heart will never recover? Let me share something important with you: You are not alone in this journey and are definitely not broken! You can navigate the first six months after betrayal like a survivor. You don't have to rush forgiveness or force reconciliation. You can find stability, even if you're still replaying every detail, without ...

Once the initial shock begins to fade, it's essential to confront the tough questions. This practical, uplifting guide is your companion for the next six months of your healing journey. Written in an accessible Q&A format, it addresses the real questions that keep you up at night with compassion, clarity, and actionable strategies. You're not alone in this; there is hope for a brighter future. THE SHOCK IS FADING, BUT THE QUESTIONS ARE JUST BEGINNING You've survived the first devastating weeks, but now you're facing even more complicated decisions. Should you stay or go? Can trust ever be ...

Surviving My Covert Narcissist Husband: A Courageous Journey of Love, Empowerment, and Overcoming Adversity Jennifer Iolite’s memoir, "The Wolf Blogs," is a raw and unfiltered account of her experience with narcissistic abuse. She candidly shares her journey of surviving emotional, verbal, and psychological abuse from her husband, who used manipulation, gaslighting, control, and fear to alter her sparkling and energetic nature. Raw and Powerful: Uncover the unfiltered story of surviving a covert narcissist husband through the captivating pages of Wolf Blogs. Empowering Narration: ...

IF YOU’RE FEELING TRAPPED, MANIPULATED, AND EMOTIONALLY DRAINED BY TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS… Then it’s time to uncover the path to freedom and healing! Do you constantly doubt your self-worth due to a narcissistic partner or family member? Are you struggling to heal from the emotional scars left by toxic relationships? Do you feel isolated and unsupported, and long for understanding and a way to reclaim your life? If you said yes to any of these questions, then “Healing Beyond Hurt: A Self-Help Guide for Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse and Toxic Relationships” can help! Narcissistic ...

A Riveting, Heart-Wrenching Novel Based on a True Story of One Family’s Struggles In 1920, four-year-old Stella, a shy but vivacious tomboy, lives a seemingly typical life with her parents and three siblings in Columbus, Ohio. Her world changes forever when her mother runs away with a man Stella has never met. Their father panics about raising his children alone, especially with social services threatening to take his kids away. He believes he has no choice but to move them into a boarding house on Southwood Avenue, run by a deeply disturbed woman and her malicious son. Stella and her ...

The messianic beliefs of radical LDS fundamentalists Dan Lafferty and his brother Ron drove them to commit an unspeakable crime. This is a riveting, raw, and unfiltered look at the Lafferty family saga from a daughter who lived it, and of her journey to self-love and forgiveness.

💔 ARE YOU TIRED OF FEELING SMALL, INVISIBLE, AND CONTROLLED? DOES SOMEONE WHO CLAIMS TO LOVE YOU LEAVE YOU FEELING EXHAUSTED, DOUBTING YOURSELF, AND WALKING ON EGGSHELLS? DO YOU WONDER WHY YOU KEEP GIVING MORE BUT ALWAYS END UP FEELING LIKE IT’S NEVER ENOUGH? YOU’RE NOT CRAZY. YOU’RE NOT ALONE. I BROKE FREE, YOU CAN ALSO WITH THESE BONUS TOOLS INSIDE. Break Free from Narcissism is a faith-centered, practical guide to help you detox from toxic ties, rebuild your identity, and step confidently into a future of peace and strength. Inside, you’ll learn how to recognize covert and ...

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 ...

There I go again, another piece of me chipped away. Another piece unraveled. And unlike one of my knitted pieces, this mistake would remain. Raised in a Jewish household in a coastal Connecticut town, Debbie left her childhood in the groovy ’60s and entered her teenage years during the disco era. Finding any excuse to get away from her neglectful, abusive mother, she turned to attentive boys for fun and affection. This disillusioned path led to Ivan, her first true love, and Debbie became entangled in a passionate relationship. Life was finally looking up. Until the pregnancy test came ...

"A poignant debut with beautiful writing." - Kirkus Review A broken man. A lost boy. A chance for redemption in the wilds of Northern Michigan. School custodian Buddy Robertson hides from the scars of abuse and loss, finding comfort only in the rhythms of the Northern Michigan wilderness—the hush of falling snow, the sweetness of maple sap, and the return of each spring's birdsong. He and his partner Mags live a quiet, humble existence. When Buddy meets Ben, a boy struggling with his own demons, their fragile bond forces Buddy to confront the painful past he has long buried. As seasons ...

Understanding the Paradox of Surviving Childhood Trauma offers clinicians a new framework for understanding the symptoms and coping mechanisms displayed by survivors of childhood abuse. This approach considers how characteristics such as suicidality, self-harm, persistent depression, and anxiety can have roots in behaviors and beliefs that helped patients survive their trauma. This book provides practitioners with case examples, practical tips, and techniques for applying this mindset directly to their most complex cases.

Divorce is the dirty little secret in churches across America. It is not supposed to happen in Christian marriages, but the unfortunate reality is that it does happen to God's children. And when it does, it is traumatic in so many ways. Often, those hit hardest by divorce never dream it could happen to them. The future is so uncertain. Ideally, divorce would not happen at all. But wanting something does not make it a reality. When divorce rages through a Christian’s life, it leaves a tsunami of devastation on every level, from the believers themselves to their children, extended family, ...