Survivors Self Help

Are you struggling with toxic family relationships and the emotional turmoil of dealing with narcissistic relatives? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of dysfunction, constantly seeking validation from those who only bring you pain? It's time to break free. Family Is Not All You Need: A Self-Help Guide to Coping with Narcissistic Family Members and Dysfunctional Home Environments is your roadmap to healing, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your peace. Written by a licensed psychotherapist, this empowering guide uncovers the hidden tactics of toxic family members and provides actionable ...

After being separated from my mother twice in my 10 short years of life, I was more than a little excited at the prospect of being reunited with her again. Unfortunately, my elation was to be short-lived when the visits to my bedroom started. Threatening to send me away again or turn the loaded gun he kept in my wardrobe on us all, he kept my silence. It was to be another six years until I escaped the abuse of my mother’s husband and another 30 years before I was able to bring him to justice. Ironically, the one person that should have protected me and helped me fight to stop him, my ...

Coercive Relationships provides a beacon for survivors of partner abuse. Parker’s nonjudgmental, empathic voice offers knowledge gleaned from years of experience. Survivors gain answers to frequently asked questions: Am I being abused? Why do they hurt me? Why do I feel so crazy? What can I change? Why do they believe they should control us? How do I recognize abuse of power? How do I heal?Each chapter contains illustrative vignettes and suggestions for reflection to assist readers in discovering what they want. Coercive Relationships lifts the private shame survivors feel by connecting ...

We all carry wounds that no one sees—the silent scars of repressed trauma, buried emotions, and unspoken pain. These wounds shape our lives in ways we may not even recognize, influencing our relationships, thoughts, and behaviors. Silent Scars: Releasing the Trauma That Binds You is a deep, transformative guide to understanding how suppressed pain manifests and how to break free from its grasp. Through a powerful blend of psychological insight, real-life reflections, and practical exercises, this book takes you on a journey of emotional excavation. From uncovering the hidden layers of the...

The law of attraction is based on the idea that everything in the universe has a polarity, meaning that everything - from the food you eat to the people you talk to, to the things you say to the things you think - contains either a positive or a negative kind of energy. Notice that being with people who complain or rant a lot tends to make you feel bad, even though you're not exactly experiencing what they're going through - that's the law of attraction working its magic. When you focus on negative stuff, then more negative stuff will happen.

Some cycles are hard to break. Forced out of an unhappy home at a young age, Dana S. Diaz swears to make it on her own and never fall victim to the same abuse she witnessed growing up. But that’s before she falls for Darren. It doesn’t take long, however, for Dana to meet the darker version of Darren—a narcissist who seeks to control Dana in every way. Despite her best efforts, she is caught in the cycle of trauma once again. But how can she free herself from Darren’s stranglehold? In Gasping for Air, Dana invites readers along on her odyssey of healing and empowerment as she breaks...

"Carpenter Road is a blistering read, powerful in its unflinching honesty and bravery, poignant and heart-wrenching. You will be absolutely riveted." Lisa Regan USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author What happens to a child when no one is paying attention? Evil comes calling. A harrowing true story of a little girl caught in the perfect storm. After years of sickening abuse perpetrated by her best friend's father, the 14-year-old learns that some silences are meant to be broken. But who can she turn to? If she tells, he will kill her. Desperate for help that she cannot summon, ...

In "Beyond Survivor" Frayne offers his own history, hoping to help other victims of abuse find the courage and strength to seek help to triumph over it, and to increase awareness and education among the general public. Author Patricia A. McKnight, in her review of the book, says, “This expertly written book shows the path of standing strong and achieving what all mankind desires; retrieving the happiness once destroyed by the wicked. This collection of outstanding poetry and prose is a must read for all as inspiration to prevail against the challenges put forth in the battle to obtain our...

Death is not for the faint of heart, and sometimes the best way to cope is through humor. No one knows this better than comedian Laurie Kilmartin. She made headlines by live-tweeting her father's time in hospice and her grieving process after he passed and channeled her experience into a comedy special, 45 Jokes About My Dead Dad. Dead People Suck is her hilarious guide to surviving (sometimes) death, dying, and grief without losing your mind.

A former lay minister and praise and worship leader describes her journey into Christianity and her rise to leadership within the church, only to discover that the church was in fact, a cult. The author gives a troubling and emotional look into the darker side of charismatic fundamentalist Christianity. Her story chronicles her inner turmoil leading up to a spiritual crisis with life changing decisions. With hard-won wisdom and compassion, she wraps up each chapter with insights and life lessons to help you identify spiritual abuse you may be experiencing and to encourage you in your ...

Thriving Beyond Cancer validates each women's feelings as she finishes her treatment of this deadly disease. It helps her process deep emotions she encountered during her journey from diagnosis through her lifesaving medical treatments and the recovery progress. Sharon has taken the spirit of her successful life coaching workshop by the same name and has created a resource to reach women all around the world struggling with the same concerns. Sharon was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1993 and uses her experience to demonstrate compassion, thoughtfulness and caring for those whose lives ...

In Vol. 2 of the More Angel Love series jmmlove transcribes more of his guardian angel Mary Magdalene's quatrain poetry and commentaries. These beautiful and inspiring poems touch on every day issues of living a life of success full of meaning, significance and joy. "Maggie," as jmmlove affectionately calls Mary Magdalene, touches on age-old success principles talking about life, purpose, love, forgiveness, peace, angels, spirit, depression, and a host of other topics. Maggie "told" jmmlove at one point that whoever is attracted to her poetry can rest assured that she is that person's ...

Tired of living a life of "quiet desperation"? This series continues with the spiritual poetry of Mary Magdalene, jmmlove's guardian angel, whom jmmlove refers to as "Maggie." Maggie touches on a variety of age-old, proven success principles that can help you begin transforming your Life into one that has more meaning, significance and joy. The term success means different things to different people; we often lose track of our dreams because we fall for copying a "success guru" instead of staying in our own hearts, listening to our angels and just beginning by taking baby steps in the ...

Bullies tried to push her aside, but she took the last shot - with her words and camera. They lusted for wealth; she enriched friends with priceless vignettes. View Israel through Fran's unique lens. Walk through invisible & vanishing Israel. View the scrappy ladder with deep roots. Balcony windows left ajar & the secrets within. Joy. Pain. Love. "That's Israel!" For those considering a permanent move to Israel - Aliyah - or those who made the leap of faith, Fran's immigrant journey, the challenges she faced, could be your story. Discover your invisible stories. It's never too late. Dr. ...

Vol. 5 of More Angel Love continues with the spiritual quatrain poetry of Mary Magdalene as conveyed through jmmlove. These poems of wisdom as given by jmmlove's guardian angel Mary Magdalene touch on a myriad of success principles that can help the reader navigate this seemingly chaotic and confusing world we live in. The intent of the author and his guardian angel is to help readers be more successful by showing ways to help live with their wounds and begin living lives full of meaning, significance and joy. This book is full of love and the author hopes it helps readers find purpose in ...

jmmlove continues his Love Notes For Your Soul, the quatrain poetry of his guardian angel Mary Magdalene, in Vol. 1 of his new series, The Angel Express. Mary Magdalene touches on a myriad of success principles to help guide the reader to living the Life of their dreams; a Life full of meaning. significance, joy and abundance. She emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in the chaos and din and strife of this physical world but instead staying in your heart, listening to your angels, connecting with Source/God and living your Life Purpose by taking baby steps in the direction of ...

Cancer. One word that changes your life forever. In an instant, everything you thought you knew about yourself, your future, and your faith is shaken. Fear, confusion, and uncertainty can become constant companions, and the road ahead may seem more daunting than you ever imagined. Whispers in the Valley is here to walk beside you through every step of this journey. This 20-day devotional was created with the understanding that cancer is more than a physical diagnosis—it affects your soul, your mind, and your heart. Whether you're newly diagnosed, enduring treatment, or navigating life ...

Silent Scars: A Poetic Journey Through Domestic Violence "Underneath the Poetry with Her Diary" is a compelling anthology that unveils the hidden realities of domestic abuse through raw and honest poetry. Each verse serves as a voice for victims, capturing their fear, pain, and journey towards healing. Why This Collection is a Must-Read: Authentic Narratives: Experience the genuine emotions of those affected by domestic violence. Call to Action: These poems not only foster empathy but also advocate for change and a violence-free future. Healing Inspiration: Find solace and strength within ...

Kids who are bullied are so miserable that sometimes they commit suicide.This book contain some excellent suggestions to teach you and your kids how to handle the situation like professionals.

Vol. 1 Twenty-one poems of Love to touch your soul. This is the first of 7 volumes in this new Angel Love series. Twenty-one 4-stanza poems conveyed through Joseph @jmmlove by the spiritual and historical Mary Magdalene, free from any religious dogma and doctrine. From Leonardo Da Vinci to Picasso, great creatives have always maintained that creativity comes from another dimension and not from within ourselves. These Love Notes began coming through Joseph in December of 2013, years after Joseph had an Out-of-Body experience during which he first saw the Light of Mary Magdalene, which ...