Relationship Trauma

With Pleasure: Managing Trauma Triggers for More Vibrant Sex and Relationships is a companion for anyone experiencing the effects of trauma. Through true survivor stories, expert insight, writing prompts, and grounding exercises, it explores pleasure, relationships, and community as worthy and essential antidotes in trying times.

If, like so many others, you've lost sight of your own life in the drama of tending to a loved one's self-destructive behaviour, you may be codependent – and you may find yourself in this audiobook. A cultural phenomenon that has helped heal millions of readers, this modern classic holds the key to understanding codependency and unlocking its hold on your life.

Explore your personal roots to shame with an expert. As a top authority on recovering from growing up in toxic families, Karen C. L. Anderson walks you through her shame story, her relationship with her narcissistic mother, and the simple practices she has developed to alleviate guilt from unhealthy relationships. Author of bestselling Difficult Mothers, Adult Daughters with over 150,000 copies sold, Karen offers tools to process, understand, and move beyond childhood trauma so you can not only survive, but thrive.

Trauma and its effects can feel like a never-ending storm, and there's no safe harbor in sight from the thoughts and emotions that toss and turn so violently and unpredictably in your head. But healing is possible. Your brain can actually rewire these thoughts and emotions. And you can direct that powerful healing process through journaling.

Cuando eras niño, tu mente y tu corazón eran especialmente frágiles y vulnerables. Incluso con la mejor crianza del mundo, probablemente aprendiste algún comportamiento perjudicial o poco saludable que llevaste contigo a la adultez. Tu conexión con tu yo infantil y tus recuerdos de la infancia, especialmente los negativos o traumáticos, se conoce como tu "niño interior". Y si no sanas a ese niño interior, éste puede influir considerablemente en tu propio estilo de crianza, afectando a su vez a tus hijos.

Dr. Carrie Bryant's four years as a neurosurgical resident at White Memorial Hospital have earned her the respect and admiration from peers and staff alike. When given the chance of performing her first unsupervised brain surgery, Carrie jumps at the opportunity. What should have been a routine, hours-long operation turns horribly wrong and jeopardizes her patient's life. Emotionally and physically drained, Carrie is rushed back to the OR to assist in a second surgery.

Rachael Maddox bravely shares her own story of statutory rape and recovery, inviting readers into the possibility that their current sex issues, fears, stunted confidence or self-worth troubles, private addictions or private depressions, or impossible-seeming dreams could in fact be resulting from unresolved sexual trauma. There's a myth that so many women bear the burden of in today's world. The myth is that we're bad for the violations that happen to us as well as the mess of the aftermath of those abuses.

EVERY WOMAN HAS 5 MEN TO CHOOSE FROM...Every woman, at some point in her life, will cross paths with ‘5’ distinct types of men-each one offering something different, teaching valuable lessons, and revealing more about who she is and what she truly needs in a partner. But amidst charm, chemistry, confusion, and potential, how does she know which one is the one? In, Every Woman Has ‘5’ Men to Choose From, you'll discover a powerful, eye-opening guide to navigating the world of relationships with clarity, intention, and emotional maturity. Packed with raw truth, psychological insight, ...

Author Madeline Popelka shares an insight that she gained along her healing journey that shifted her perspective, brought her comfort, reduced her shame, or helped her feel less alone. She weaves in her own personal stories throughout the book, providing readers with the encouragement to keep going so survivors can feel whole again after trauma has turned their world upside down.

Karena Kilcoyne shares with raw vulnerability how she rose above her stories of abandonment, worthlessness, and shame. She’ll help you let go of your own past by embracing every beautiful, imperfect piece of yourself—no matter what your story looks like. Rising above your story will empower you to live the life of your dreams. Karena’s beautifully simple yet powerful formula offers emotional freedom and unfettered joy when you’re ready to embrace the vibrant, worthy, and lovable person you truly are.

Dive into "The Somatic Therapy Workbook," your essential companion workbook to embrace the profound realms of self-discovery, trauma recovery, and mastering the mind-body connection. Unleash Your Potential: This workbook is a holistic guide to unlocking your true potential, fostering self-love, and navigating life's challenges with resilience. Mastering the Mind-Body Connection: What if the key to true well-being lies in the harmony between your mind and body?

Are you feeling overwhelming resentment toward your narcissistic mother? Do you feel frustrated because you can’t seem to find a way to heal and establish loving relationships with others? Award-winning author and narcissistic-abuse survivor Nanette Abigail knows a thing or two about this sensitive issue, laying out the crucial tools she used to create safe havens and find mental clarity for herself, and with her help, you can, too!

What if your deepest wounds weren’t about what happened—but about who never showed up? The Mother Wound Guidebook is a trauma-informed guide for women who grew up feeling unseen, controlled, or emotionally dismissed by the one person who was supposed to nurture them. This workbook isn’t just about understanding the pain—it’s about healing it. If you’ve ever felt guilt for setting boundaries, grief over what you never received, or exhaustion from trying to earn a love that should’ve been unconditional, this journey is for you. Inside, you’ll explore: What the “mother wound...

Do you find it hard to trust people? Perhaps you imagine how they might hurt you before you even begin to explore a relationship… Your trust issues have to do with your attachment style, and that’s something that cemented itself long ago… but you’re not attached to this forever: It’s something you can change. Find out how to be in adult relationships that are truly healthy and fulfilling. This engaging therapy workbook for adults is the relationship book you need to get you there.

If you're like many adults today, you've experienced some kind of loss of a loved one. Whether it was a parent, spouse, sibling, friend, or child, losing someone close hurts.

Why are stress and anxiety neurodivergent issues? Quite simply, because much of the modern world isn’t designed by or for us. Most of us are constantly bombarded by demands we struggle to meet in environments we struggle to tolerate. The larger the gap between what we are expected to do and what we can do comfortably, the greater our stress and anxiety will be. When we experience this ongoing, gnawing pressure from childhood, trauma is almost inevitable.

Discover the transformative power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy with this compassionate and practical guide designed for beginners. This book introduces you to the concept of your “inner parts” and shows how to build a harmonious relationship with every part of yourself. Through step-by-step explanations, relatable examples, and actionable exercises, you’ll learn how to identify and work with protectors, connect safely with vulnerable exiles, and access your Self—the calm, compassionate leader within.

A loving, connected family doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built with intention, trust, and shared experiences. This hands-on companion workbook to The Family Bond Blueprint gives you the tools to turn insights into action, helping your family grow closer, communicate better, and navigate life’s challenges together. Inside, you’ll discover: Practical exercises to strengthen trust, communication, and emotional bonds Guided reflections to uncover your family’s unique strengths and growth areas Fun, interactive activities to create lifelong traditions and bridge generational gaps ...

Whether you’re new to inner child healing or seeking a fresh approach, this guide offers actionable steps to help you heal deeply and transform your life. If you're ready to release the past and reclaim your joy, start your healing journey today.

Min Green and Ed Slaterton are breaking up, so Min is writing Ed a letter and giving him a box. Inside the box is why they broke up. Two bottle caps, a movie ticket, a folded note, a box of matches, a protractor, books, a toy truck, a pair of ugly earrings, a comb from a motel room, and every other item collected over the course of a giddy, intimate, heartbreaking relationship. Item after item is illustrated and accounted for, and then the box, like a girlfriend, will be dumped.