Ptsd Recovery

“ I can say “I have PTSD” as readily as I can say “I have asthma.” It is a good feeling to be breaking the stigma of what the picture of mental illness looks like.” Kirsten Marie Peterson, Author “ My challenges do not have to be a negative thing anymore. I can use my experiences to help others.” Domonique Jackson-Rodriguez, Author “ We need to be mindful of our own personal mental health so we can, in turn, support those we love and care for” Tracy Loken Weber, Author “ I want to live in a community when I no longer fear inaccurate perceptions. I want to prove that I ...

Where do you turn when the past comes to call? Cara Alexander wants to live life on her terms, but her paltry attempts at adulting have left her world a mess. Those around her think if she returned to the faith of her childhood and let God be in control, all would be well. She's not convinced. God proved Himself untrustworthy during the most tragic event of her life. Why would she believe His empty promises and supposed plans now? She’s just fine on her own. Except she's not. Her struggles with self-defeating behavior, bad choices, and debilitating fear bring consequences beyond her ...

Now, you might be thinking, EMDR might be another one of those fads that will just waste your precious time and money. Or maybe you're concerned that the techniques will be too complex to understand, let alone perform on yourself. Those are legit concerns, but here's the thing: EMDR has been around for a while and its methods have been scrutinized, tested, and applauded by experts. Plus, this book breaks everything down into bite-sized, easy-to-digest chunks. No psychobabble, just straight-up, easy-to-follow guides.

Embark on a transformative journey to healing with "Beyond the Wound," a vital companion for anyone navigating the after-effects of psychological trauma. Through each chapter, this book delicately unfolds the fabric of trauma's profound impact on the human psyche, illuminating a pathway from darkness to the dawn of understanding and recovery. The narrative begins by peeling back layers of misconceptions, exploring the very nature of psychological trauma with depth and compassion. As the guide delves into different types of trauma, from acute, chronic to complex, readers are met with a sense...

War has changed Jack in more ways than one, and not for the better. He returns from Vietnam, a shell of his former self — struggling to simply exist, burdened by events that were outside his control. Evie, with her shiny new college diploma and fixer-upper house, finds she can’t do everything on her own if she intends the house to be livable by the time school starts. She needs help, but as the new girl in town, she doesn’t know where to get it. Against his better judgment, Jack volunteers to help Evie fix her house. As their friendship blossoms, he finds himself sharing things with ...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. To begin the process of healing in a therapeutic environment, it is important to create a safe place in which the individual can explore and share their experiences, and gain understanding as to why they are experiencing life as they do. This book may offer much to promote the healing and growth of those affected by complex trauma.

A True Short Story of Healing, Grief, and the Dog Who Helped Me Find Peace This is a true story—short, but deeply personal. For over fifty years, the author lived with the quiet, enduring weight of trauma. From the hidden scars of war to the heartbreaking loss of beloved companions, grief became a constant presence. Then came Maya—a small dog with a powerful gift: the ability to sense pain, to sit with sorrow, and to offer something no human ever could… unconditional love without expectation. This is not a war memoir. This is a story about what comes after—about surviving when ...

What if your PTSD wasn’t a sign that you’re broken—but a powerful reminder that you’re still here? In a world that doesn’t always understand trauma, I Am Who I Am speaks directly to those silently suffering. This book is a lifeline for anyone ready to stop hiding and start healing. Have you ever felt lost in a world that demands you “move on” while your soul is still fighting to breathe? Do you carry invisible wounds that family, friends, and even professionals don’t seem to see? Have you questioned who you are—what you’re worth—because of what you’ve lived through? ...

Having come back from drug addiction alcoholism and homelessness now I help people struggling with depression or any other health fitness or addiction related issues.

You’ve been trapped by your trauma… but you can break free and start to enjoy your life again. Discover how. Your PTSD is unique to you, and you may not suffer from exactly the same symptoms as someone else…but your way out of the darkness is the same. The behaviors your PTSD has conditioned you into are trapping you in this cycle of fear, forcing you to relive your trauma, and making you question if you’ll ever feel peaceful again. You can overcome those behaviors and develop tools to manage your trauma so that it stops ruling your life.

Homesteading in the Calm Eye of the Storm is a companion book to my self-help book: COMPLEX PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving. Homesteading is also a memoir of my journey of recovering from C-PTSD. Written in a more playful, easier to read style than my other books, it is much less dense and relatively free of psychological jargon. Several previewers have described it as rich, poignant, funny and full of self-disclosive anecdotes that are sure to help other survivors in their recovery. "Homesteading" has two parts. In Part I, I escape from my dysfunctional family and backpack around the ...

If you are ready to take your fear by the horns, overcome trauma, and live a fulfilling and purpose-filled life, then buy this audiobook right now.

The aftermath of a relationship with a narcissist can feel like seeing yourself through shattered glass. Mending the pieces of who you are after abuse and gas-lighting can be a daunting task. But… YOU ARE NOT ALONE! "Mirror of Betrayal" by Chase Andrews is a beacon of hope on your journey to thrive again. This profound book is specifically crafted for those emerging from the shadows of narcissistic abuse and grappling with the complexities of Complex PTSD.

Embark on a transformative journey of healing with "Dance! The Complete Guide to Trauma Informed Dance Therapy." This groundbreaking book bridges the gap between psychological trauma recovery and the healing power of dance. Discover how somatic practices and dance therapy can unlock emotional release, stress relief, and personal transformation. For anyone grappling with the aftermath of trauma, "Healing Moves" offers a compassionate guide to using movement as a pathway to wellness. Learn about the body-mind connection and how dance can serve as a powerful tool for expressing and processing ...

Drawing from neuroscience and psychotherapy with empowering strategies to take charge of healing from trauma, this workbook follows the theme of each of the eight keys in 8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery. The two books complement each other; but it is not necessary to have listened to the original to benefit from this workbook, which presents practical exercises and activities integral to safe trauma recovery and designed to support listeners' control of their mind, body, and life in the aftermath of trauma.

Witnessing your loved one suffer hurts. Find out what you can do to support them without putting your relationship at risk...Living with someone suffering from PTSD can prove to be extremely stressful and disheartening, as all you wish is to see them happy and acting like their normal selves. By taking the time to educate yourself and know what to prepare for, you will have everything you need to serve as a vital piece to the recovery puzzle.

Can a woman haunted by torture and a man battling his own demons find love while outrunning a dangerous motorcycle club? Cayenne, road name Kai, is on the run from dangerous enemies, haunted by the trauma of being kidnapped and tortured. Suffering from PTSD and depression, her one responsibility is a weekly call to her brother, Spider, whose life depends on her existence. But when she sets up camp by a river in an isolated area, she expects to be alone. That is, until Rick and his loyal German Shepherd, Smoke, arrive and disrupt her precarious existence. Initially an enigma, Rick becomes a ...

Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed and stressed out? Do you struggle to manage your daily responsibilities and find time for self-care? It's time to take control of your stress levels and learn how to cultivate a more peaceful and balanced life with 30 Days to Reduce Stress. This comprehensive mindfulness workbook provides you with a 30-day program to help you reduce stress and anxiety, increase mindfulness, and improve your overall well-being. Each day includes a mindfulness exercise, journal prompts, and practical tools to help you apply what you've learned to your daily life. With 30...

“An often poignant and resonant rumination on the enduring effects of abuse and what it takes to overcome, survive, live, and love again.” —Kirkus Reviews Grandson of a Ghost explores how a family’s unspoken, festering grief impacted a boy born 25 years after the suicide of his grandfather. It follows the struggle of Scott as he grows up but fails to see how abuse from his mother clouded his perception of the world, and fueled his self-destructive behavior as an adult. Following a tumultuous childhood, Scott moves from northern New England — driven by his demons — to New York in...

Join Mary as she experiences one mind-blowing revelation after another as she learns that CPTSD was operating behind the scenes sabotaging her weight, addiction recovery, relationships, career, and health, and learn what she did to heal.