Relationship Trauma

Do you find yourself creating elaborate stories about their whereabouts, none of them good? If constant overthinking is turning your happy relationship into a battlefield, you're not alone. This book will be your lifeline. It dives deep into the toxic thoughts that can creep into any relationship, whispering doubts and insecurities. You'll learn how these overactive mental gymnastics can sabotage your connection and leave you feeling anxious and drained.

Still struggling from the effects of an abusive relationship? Do you feel like a shadow of your former self after a toxic relationship? Is the constant voice of doubt, implanted by someone else, whispering in your ear? Do you find it difficult to trust not just others, but also your own judgment? Do you carry the weight of guilt and shame even when you did nothing wrong? Are you seeking to rediscover the strength and confidence that you once had? I've been there, in that same suffocating space where it feels like the walls of past traumas are closing in. You're not alone in this. Together, ...

Still emotionally tied to someone who hurt you? If you can’t stop thinking about a relationship that damaged you ~ if you feel addicted to someone who gave you just enough to keep you hooked ~ you might be trapped in a trauma bond. Whether you were love-bombed by a narcissist, manipulated through emotional abuse, or stuck in a push-and-pull cycle with a toxic ex, this book will help you break free from the unhealthy attachment and finally heal. The Trauma Bond Cured is your step-by-step guide to ending the obsession, healing your heart, and rebuilding the self-worth that was slowly taken ...

On a summer night in 1984, 19-year-old UC Berkeley sophomore Karen Thomas leaves her uniformed patrol job at the University of California Police Department and walks home alone in darkness. At the threshold of her apartment a man assaults her at knife point. After a soul chilling struggle she manages to escape and call 911. Police catch her assailant, she identifies him, and he is arrested. Fast forward 2014, 30 years after her assault. Why does the body remember what the mind tries so desperately to forget?

Making Your Crazy Work for You adopts the irrelationship model to present a step-by-step program for self-understanding and catalyzing change. Our "crazy" refers to our unique reaction to our own pain, fear, and anxiety brought on by isolation from others and ourselves. This unrecognized isolation can occur even when we are surrounded by other people in our daily lives. However, by learning to listen to our craziness, we can use it as a tool for ending isolation and opening up to love.

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 ...

It's 2 AM and you're awake again, replaying that conversation from dinner. Was their tone different? Why did they check their phone during the movie? Does "sounds good" without an exclamation point mean they're pulling away? If you've ever found yourself trapped in an overthinking loop, analyzing every text message like a detective solving a crime, you're not alone. You're not "too sensitive" or "crazy"—you're a thoughtful person trying to find safety in love, but your mind has turned your relationship into a courtroom where you're both judge and defendant. The constant worry about your ...

Rebuilding What You Broke is a raw, validating, and powerfully written guide for survivors of narcissistic abuse, emotional trauma, and toxic relationships. This book isn’t filled with fluff or forced positivity—it speaks directly to the pain, confusion, and loneliness that follow psychological abuse. Written in a mix of quotes and poems, this book was created for survivors who don’t have the energy to read a traditional self-help guide. Instead, each page offers short, powerful messages that validate your experience and remind you that what happened to you was real—and that you are...

Have you ever wondered "Why did I do that?" or "Why can't I just control my behavior?" Others may judge our reactions and think, "What's wrong with that person?" When questioning our emotions, it's easy to place the blame on ourselves; holding ourselves and those around us to an impossible standard. It's time we started asking a different question. Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and renowned brain and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”

Combining insights from mainstream science, psychology, and subtle healing modalities, this book provides a truly holistic approach to recovery. Renowned author and spiritual healer Cyndi Dale shares an impressive array of techniques for resolving challenging energetic and spiritual issues. Trauma and pain caused by environmental, physical, psychological, and spiritual forces can have major effects on every aspect of your life. Join Cyndi as she shows how to align with spirit guides, work with the chakras, locate hidden inner wounds, release other peoples' energies, and much more.

How to Stop Being Toxic: Break Free, Repair, and Grow Are you tired of feeling stuck in toxic patterns, struggling with relationships, or holding onto habits that no longer serve you? This book is your ultimate guide to real, lasting change. No one is born toxic. These behaviors often come from pain, stress, or learned habits. The good news? You don’t have to stay this way. With this book, you’ll uncover the roots of your toxic patterns and discover practical, proven strategies to turn your life around—one step at a time. What makes this book different? It’s not another vague self-...

Can learning about bullies in the movies help end real-life bullying? In this book, you’ll read about characters from many of your favorite movies who bully and are bullied, and you’ll also learn about common tropes about bullies in film- good and bad. Then each chapter ends with discussion questions to ignite conversation about bullying in the real world and about how to stop bullying in your local community today.

Are you tired of feeling stuck in a toxic relationship? Are you ready to break free from the pain and find healing? 30 Days to Overcome a Toxic Relationship is a mindfulness program that can guide you towards reclaiming your power and finding inner peace. This program is designed to help you identify toxic behaviors, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize your well-being. With 30 daily mindfulness exercises, journal prompts, and affirmations, you'll learn practical tools and strategies to help you overcome the trauma caused by toxic relationships. This book is part of a series of ...

Betrayal has many faces, including anger, abuse, deceit, and infidelity. These feel like betrayal because they violate the implicit promise of emotional bonds, that your loved one will care about your well-being and never intentionally hurt you. If you've recently left a relationship where you felt betrayed by your partner, you may have difficulty moving on. In fact, it can seem impossible to view the world without the shadow of past betrayal hovering over you. As a result, you may struggle to create meaning in your life and to build new, loving relationships.

Writer Peg Streep lays out seven distinct but interconnected stages on the path to reclaim your life from the effects of a toxic childhood: "discover", "discernment", "distinguish", "disarm", "reclaim", "redirect", and "recover". Each step is clearly explained and richly detailed with the stories of other women. With approaches drawn from psychology and other disciplines and with unique exercises, the book will help the listener tackle her own self-doubt and become consciously aware of how her mother's treatment continues to shape her behavior.

The secret to healing emotional wounds from your past is reconnecting with your inner child. Discover how to nurture this essential relationship... If you've experienced persistent anxiety, self-doubt, struggles with intimacy, or harmful emotional patterns you can't break, you've probably wondered if your childhood experiences might be the cause. Perhaps you've tried various approaches to ease the lingering sadness or emptiness, yet find yourself longing for a solution that truly works. You might even think that carrying these emotional burdens is simply part of life, something you'll just ...

Break Free from Trauma and Codependency: Transform Your Relationship Today! Are you and your partner struggling with different bonding and attachment styles, feeling trapped in cycles of conflict and withdrawal? You're not alone. Many couples face challenges rooted in trauma and codependency, which can hinder emotional intimacy and communication. Breaking The Trauma Bond: How Couples Build Long-Lasting Relationships Free from Codependency and Anxiety offers a transformative journey towards healing and strengthening your relationship. Understand Trauma and Attachment Styles: Gain insights ...

Reparenting Your Inner Child: Heal from Childhood Emotional Neglect and Build the Secure Life You Deserve Break Free from the Past, Heal Your Inner Child, and Step into Emotional Freedom Were you raised by emotionally immature parents who failed to meet your emotional needs? Do you struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, or difficulty forming healthy relationships? If so, your inner child may still be carrying wounds from the past—and it’s time to start healing. Reparenting Your Inner Child is a powerful guide that helps you identify the lasting effects of childhood emotional neglect...

This groundbreaking self-help guide is your companion through the complex aftermath of psychological abuse, silent trauma, and emotional erasure. Whether you’re recovering from a toxic relationship, years of gaslighting, codependent patterns, or the invisible weight of complex PTSD, this book gives you language, validation, and practical tools to find your way home to yourself.

Are you unable to trust your partner? Are you insecure in your romantic relationship? Do you feel undervalued and belittled in your abilities? Do you feel that your partner controls every aspect of your personal life and does not make you feel autonomous? This book will shed light on the mechanisms behind toxic relationships and give you all the tools you need to get out of them.You are not alone: there is an effective solution to your problem! I know full well how frustrating submission to an unhealthy relationship devoid of respect and affection can be. Guilt, insecurity, and fear of ...