Relationship Trauma

Most people are familiar with PTSD. But many have not heard of complex PTSD and developmental trauma disorder. As adults, many of us experience symptoms of anxiety and depression. We feel chronically stressed. We have trouble trusting others, or we may even experience feelings of paranoia in our relationships with others. We struggle to define what it is that is bothering us, and we struggle to find ways effective ways to treat it.

A tumultuous journey through love, betrayal, and self-destruction. Elizabeth, a spirited woman living in the sixties, falls in love with Mike, a charming officer who introduces her to the world of gin and passion. But as their relationship deepens, Mike's dark side emerges, and Elizabeth finds herself trapped in a cycle of abuse and dependency. When Mike's infidelity pushes her to the edge, Elizabeth turns to gin for solace, spiralling into a destructive obsession that costs her everything. Can Elizabeth reclaim her children, her sanity, and her independence, or is she destined to drown in ...

Ayelen was born to protect her people. Now is her chance. Ayelen is Zyanya, a protector of her people and an apprentice Dream Talker for her tribe. When a monster - part jaguar, part man - threatens the safety of her village, Ayelen knows it is up to her to protect the people she loves, including her un-believing, stubborn, beloved Spanish husband, and her witty twin brother. But can she overcome their well-meaning interference before the creature strikes again?

**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 ...

Are you still carrying the echoes of childhood wounds into your adult life? You may be unaware, but this book can help you explore where you stand. Unlock the power of self-compassion and reconnect with the child within in Healing Your Inner Child, a transformative 10-step journey to emotional freedom.This book offers a compassionate, practical approach to understanding and healing childhood wounds that may be affecting your present life. Through gentle self-discovery, proven techniques, and actionable exercises, you'll learn to identify unconscious patterns, develop healthy coping ...

At age twenty-two, Nadine married Jordan Belfort, the nefarious stockbroker portrayed in the Hollywood blockbuster The Wolf of Wall Street. Their marriage began as a fairy tale, but once they were bonded, Jordan’s “mask” began to slip, and acts of infidelity, narcissistic abuse, insatiable greed, and uncontrollable drug addiction became Nadine’s nightmare. The horrific relationship gave Nadine the inspiration to become a psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse, trauma bonds, and complex PTSD.

Discover your path to recovery and rise anew with "Rising from the Ashes." This transformative eBook serves as your guide, illuminating the journey that begins with understanding trauma to ultimately thriving in your relationships and life. Begin your insightful roadmap with Chapter 1, demystifying trauma. Journey through different types, understanding the profound effects it harbors on one's life. Empower yourself through recognition and explore the links between past experiences and present emotions in Chapter 2. Break free in Chapter 3. Unlock self-awareness, conquer your vulnerability, ...

In a world where it is believed that babies lack awareness, somatic pre- and perinatal therapist Cherionna Menzam-Sills, Ph.D., reveals that babies do perceive negative prenatal and birth experiences, which can easily become unconscious shadow, infiltrating the psyche and affecting personality, relationships, behavior, and perceptions throughout life.

Shadow work holds the key to a life of empowerment and fulfillment. Discover its secrets! You are a whole person—experiences and values—and that includes those less unpleasant experiences you might prefer to forget about. The secret to healing from trauma and living an authentic life with the peace and joy you deserve is to embrace every part of yourself… but you’re going to need to get better acquainted with shadow work. Shadow work holds the key to increased self-awareness, understanding your behaviors better, and emotional healing.

No one who lives and loves will be immune from grief and trauma. While this suffering is universal, living through a devastating event often leaves people feeling alone and even alienated. Michele Neff Hernandez experienced this when her 39-year-old husband died after being hit by a car while riding his bicycle. Her most transformative realization was that grief changes us. There is no going back or bucking up. Life is now different.

EMDR is designed to ease the distress you associate with traumatic memories, combining cognitive, somatic, and emotion-focused therapies with bilateral stimulation—usually guided eye movements.

After the Rain by Eleanor Sydney Some storms break you. Some storms set you free. Celia Larsen thought she had found the life she was supposed to want — a charming partner, a beautiful apartment, a future carefully curated to perfection. But behind the polished surface lurked control, fear, and the slow erosion of her true self. When a single, rain-soaked night cracks the illusion beyond repair, Celia walks away from everything she thought she needed. Alone, frightened, and adrift, she must learn how to rebuild a life that belongs to her alone — one fragile, terrifying step at a time. ...

An insatiable need for sex and love. Periods of overeating or starving. A pattern of unstable and painful relationships. Does this sound painfully familiar? Trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel has seen these traits over and over in clients who feel trapped in cycles of harmful behaviors - and are unable to stop. Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact.

In The Joy Reset, Dr. McDonald helps listeners identify barriers that prevent them from accessing joy—hypervigilance, emotional numbing, fear of loss, conditioning, guilt, and shame—and then redefines positive emotions as those tenacious, gritty, often tiny experiences that appear within the darkest moments and form the very foundation of psychological resilience.

This is a two-book collection of previously released books by Lauren Kozlowski, Trauma Bonding and Coercive Control.

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.

With a bachelor's and master's degree in education and over 30 years of experience, plus training in trauma sensitivity, author and mother of two, Jennifer Alushan, is ready to give parents and caregivers proven techniques to effectively understand and authentically interact with children so the healing process can begin.

Too often, survivors of trauma are left feeling hopeless, exiled from normal social interactions, and destined for heartbreak in any relationship they attract. Through her work with clients, and her own experiences, Dr. Copley developed a roadmap for healing the toxic emotions that come from being bonded by trauma in relationships. In Loving You is Hurting Me, Dr. Copley guides you through your trauma origins and into a life rich with meaning, loving connection, and inspiration.

Throughout the span of her career, Maxine Taylor has listened as women have shared traumatic stories of a sexual nature that occurred early in their lives. These events shaped their beliefs about sex, self-respect and body image, and often manifested in feelings of shame, embarrassment and humiliation later in life. With a powerfully effective method she developed over time, Maxine helped the women in these stories to identify and liberate themselves from counterproductive patterns resulting from the emotionally scarring experiences. Long held limiting beliefs or illusions they had about ...

Is it a struggle to relax, even while on vacation? Do you feel irritable constantly, like the slightest inconvenience might set you off? Do you have shallow breaths, trouble sleeping, and aches that won't go away? If the answer to any or all of these questions is yes, your nervous system might be dysregulated. Soothe shows how to bring it back into balance—and experience a calmer, more resilient way to be.