Childhood Trauma

As a black woman, you've navigated a world that often overlooks your struggles and diminishes your worth. But what if you could break free from the chains of societal expectations and embrace your true self? In Self-Love for Black Women, Nya Love takes you on a transformative journey, offering practical tools and strategies to help you overcome past traumas, improve relationships, and cultivate unshakable self-worth.

Toxic Relationships from A to Z The book "Toxic Relationships from A to Z" by Dr. Dirk Stemper is a warmhearted guide for anyone who wants to break out of unhealthy patterns. It sheds light on why we get into toxic relationships, what the consequences are, and what patterns are causative. Readers learn how to break free by changing their life scripts and challenging their core beliefs. Highlights of the book: Forms, causes, and ways out of toxic relationships Insights into the dynamics of toxic couple relationships, families, friendships, work, and online relationships Development of a new ...

Respect My Gangsta Part 1 Life of Sorrow spotlights Sorrow Sanae' Hunter (aka Panther) and her entanglement with unrelenting hardship and death. Born of infidelity, Sorrow endures torment and neglect, aided only by her brothers. When their Mother's drug addiction catalyzes them into murderers, Sorrow learns hustling and self-preservation from them. Her first love brings brief respite, but she hones the art of gaining Respect for her Gangsta. A tragedy crushes her first love, and her mom restricts her autonomy. To flee her cruel world, Sorrow enrolls in college and abandons the street life. ...

In this galvanizing audiobook for all educators, Kristin Souers and Pete Hall explore an urgent and growing issue - childhood trauma - and its profound effect on learning and teaching.

We already rely on science to tell us what to eat, when to exercise, and how long to sleep. Why not use science to help us improve our relationships? In this revolutionary book, psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel Heller scientifically explain why some people seem to navigate relationships effortlessly, while others struggle.

Just as you prepared your home to welcome a new child, it is important to prepare your heart and mind - especially if the child has suffered from a background of trauma. Perhaps your invitation for love is met with hostility and you find that this new member of your family rejects connection. It’s critical to acknowledge the effects of trauma on a child’s ability to attach. Mike and Kristin Berry realized this when they became adoptive and foster parents. They now offer guidance from their own journey to others parenting a child who has experienced past trauma.

Lauren’s life story is a raw and gripping journey through the darker side of human experience. With the false freedom of quick cash and the harsh reality of hitting rock bottom, Lauren's quest for independence and survival is both intense and inspiring. When adversity strikes, she reaches out for help but encounters predators at every turn, each encounter shaping her understanding of herself and the world. Reflecting on her troubled childhood in a small town, Lauren's narrative captures the delicate balance between innocence and exploitation, strength and vulnerability. Through vivid and ...

**Book Description:** Unlock the transformative power of self-love with *Love Yourself First 2*—a compelling collection by 16 inspiring authors who have journeyed through personal struggles to find true self-care. In today's fast-paced world, where mental health and wellness are more important than ever, this empowering book offers real stories and practical advice for overcoming life's challenges. From battling anxiety and self-doubt to embracing self-compassion and inner peace, *Love Yourself First 2* is your ultimate guide to reclaiming your worth. Whether you're seeking tips on ...

Respect My Gangsta Part Two: Get'em Girl Respect My Gangsta 2 Get'em Girl Continue into the life of Sorrow aka Queen Black Panther Never have a Ho's hustle, always have a Nigga's Hustle - that was the lesson ingrained in Sorrow by her brothers. The weight of their teachings became apparent when Duke thrust them into a life-or-death situation, forcing Sorrow to summon her courage. With determination fueling her, she immersed herself in gangster mode, her senses heightened as she embarked on a mission to retrieve Duke's money, settle his debts, and liberate him from the relentless hustle. ...

Know that you are no longer alone. For a long time, I didn't know what triggered my anger. Past and present were mixed together, and it was impossible for me to tell them apart. I felt rejected and abandoned. To get to see it more clearly, I undertook several therapeutic approaches, in groups, alone. The secret was buried deeply in my memory and poisoned my existence. All I wanted was to feel better. I simply did not know how and what was causing my suffering.

Shadows of Silence: Healing From Childhood Emotional Neglect is a compassionate and transformative guide for anyone who has experienced the silent wounds of neglect, abandonment, and emotional deprivation during their formative years. Emotional neglect, though often invisible, can leave deep scars that affect self-worth, relationships, and overall well-being well into adulthood. This book offers a powerful combination of reflections and actionable strategies designed to help you overcome the lingering effects of childhood emotional neglect.

Are you tired of feeling stuck in old emotional patterns, struggling with trust, or battling self-doubt? It’s time to heal the wounded parts of your inner child and step into the life you deserve. Written by Rhea Jacobs, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR Therapist with over a decade of experience, this book is more than just a guide—it’s a transformative healing journey.

Amazon Listing Reclaim your inner light. Use this workbook, TOXIC GUILT AND SHAME, for your pervasive struggles of toxic guilt and shame that poison your life. It challenges the conventional narrative that these emotions are inescapable burdens and offers a path to reclaiming our inner light. TOXIC GUILT AND SHAME guides you through a series of self-reflection exercises and healing strategies that will help you navigate the complexities of toxic shame and guilt resulting from childhood trauma. By delving into the origins and manifestations of these emotions, you will gain a more in-depth ...

Reclaim your power, self-worth, heal your inner child, and conquer the chaos of narcissistic or emotional abuse even if you're just beginning your healing journey. With the right guidance, you will emerge stronger and more self-assured than ever before. This empowering guide provides transformative strategies to rebuild your self-esteem and regain control over your emotional destiny.

Upon returning home from golf on a rare afternoon free of responsibilities, Dr. Beverly Joyce, a busy and beloved OB-GYN, listened to a phone message that would shake her identity and send her on a life-changing journey of self-discovery. That call would instantly help free her from the hidden doubt, guilt, and shame that had plagued her throughout her life.

You were never broken. You were just deeply unheard. If you’ve spent your life hiding your feelings, putting others first, and calling yourself “too sensitive,” this book is your invitation to finally come home to yourself. Heal Your Inner Child Without Therapy offers a gentle, step-by-step path to healing emotional wounds — without needing a therapist, a perfect childhood, or a fixed timeline. With poetic guidance and powerful self-reflection tools, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Reconnect with the younger you who still feels lost or unloved ✅ Stop people-pleasing without guilt and ...

Over the last decade, husband and wife team Evan and Jenny Owens have helped thousands of people overcome the trials, tragedies, and traumas of their past, and in this book, they show you how you can too. With empathy and insight, Healing What's Hidden offers a practical, step-by-step process to help you acknowledge your trauma, heal your invisible wounds, and reclaim your future so you can live beyond the anxiety, depression, and shame trauma leaves behind. Others are already experiencing healing. Now it's your turn.

The tense, chilling story of four women haunted by a childhood trauma. When they were children, Sae, Maki, Akiko, and Yuko were tricked into separating from their friend Emily by a mysterious stranger. Then the unthinkable occurred: Emily was found murdered hours later. Sae, Maki, Akiko, and Yuko weren't able to accurately describe the stranger's appearance to the police after Emily's body was discovered. Asako, Emily's mother, cursed the surviving girls, vowing that they would pay for her daughter's murder.

“Toxic Family Survival Guide” is for anyone who wants to give themselves a fighting chance at happiness and peace in their life, no matter what their early years subjected them to.

For each of us, there is a connection between our early family dynamics and experiences and our current attitudes and decisions. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices in people, repetitive situations, and decisions, even their emotional reactions, were connected to those early negative experiences, playing a major role in their current unhappiness.