Relationship Trauma

Reframe your past, transform your future, and experience the healing power of CBT—starting from the day you open this book. Have your goals, hopes, and dreams fallen by the wayside over the years? Do you find it hard to stand up for yourself, and are you so tired of trying to fulfill everyone’s demands that you feel burnt out and fatigued—so much so that all you want to do is be alone? Are many of your relationships unfulfilling, and do you constantly give your best self to people who are narcissistic, codependent, selfish, or uncaring? It doesn’t have to be that way—but don’t ...

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.

Helping widows and widowers learn how to cope with the grief of losing their helpmate, their lover, and perhaps their financial provider, this guide reveals how to find continued meaning in life when doing so seems difficult. Bereaved spouses will find advice on when and how to dispose of their mate's belongings, dealing with their children, and redefining their role with friends and family.

Written in plain English and packed with sensitive, authoritative information, Codependency for Dummies, 2nd Edition describes the history, symptoms, causes, and relationship dynamics of codependency. The majority of the book is devoted to healing and lays out a clear plan for recovery with exercises, practical advice, and daily reminders to help you know, honor, protect, and express yourself, with new chapters on working the 12 Steps to recover from codependency and how therapists/coaches/nurses are affected by codependency.

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 ...

Are you struggling to rebuild trust after a betrayal? Do you want to restore emotional intimacy, reconnect with your loved ones, & regain your self-worth? "Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal: A Complete Guide to Emotional Healing, Self-Worth, Forgiveness, & Strengthening Relationships Through Resilience" offers a comprehensive pathway to help you transform pain into growth & reclaim the connection you deserve. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of a romantic relationship, dealing with family conflicts, or rebuilding self-trust, this book provides you with the tools & insights you ...

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 ...

Pave the Path for Recovery from Narcissist Abuse or Toxic Relationships with 300 Uplifting and Healing Affirmations! Healing from narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships is a process that often starts with acknowledging the pain and trauma inflicted and experienced. There are many deep wounds left as a result that show up visibly and invisibly. At times, it may feel overwhelming, navigating a rollercoaster of emotions—anger, betrayal, confusion, sadness, and even self-blame. However, as this journey progresses, you will find that not only is recovery possible, but it is also completely...

Trauma and Recovery is revered as the seminal text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a broader political frame, Harvard psychiatrist Judith Herman argues that psychological trauma is inseparable from its social and political context. Drawing on her own research on incest, as well as a vast literature on combat veterans and victims of political terror, she shows surprising parallels between private horrors like child abuse and public horrors like war.

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?

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?”

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...

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. But fear not! This guide is packed with practical strategies to help you break free from these negative thought patterns.

Unleash the transformative power of forgiveness with "The Art of Forgiving the Unforgettable: Reclaiming Your Life and Happiness. Letting Go of Pain and Embracing New Beginnings." This groundbreaking book offers a profound exploration of the sacred artistry of forgiveness, guiding you on a journey of healing, redemption, and inner peace. Through captivating narratives, practical exercises, and timeless wisdom, you will discover the keys to unlocking the shackles of bitterness and embracing the boundless possibilities of new beginnings. Transform Your Life: Learn how to release the burdens ...

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-...

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 ...

Research shows that attachment patterns—our patterns of relating to others, which develop in early childhood—affect far more aspects of our lives than was previously thought. Given how crucial these patterns are to how every patient relates to the world and to their own selves, how can therapists harness attachment to provide more effective therapy? Using accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy AEDP® theory and methodology as a foundation, the authors present an innovative approach that tailors treatment to attachment patterns.

Are you caught in the grip of a relationship that feels impossible to leave, no matter how much it hurts? This book is your guide to understanding the invisible chains that keep people tied to toxic dynamics, and, more importantly, how to break free. Whether it’s with a partner, a friend, or a family member, toxic relationships can erode self-worth and leave you questioning your reality. In this book, you’ll find a compassionate yet empowering approach to identifying harmful patterns, making sense of your emotions, and rebuilding the confidence you need to reclaim your life.

Waking the Tiger offers a new and hopeful vision of trauma. It views the human animal as a unique being, endowed with an instinctual capacity. It asks and answers an intriguing question: Why are animals in the wild, though threatened routinely, rarely traumatized? By understanding the dynamics that make wild animals virtually immune to traumatic symptoms, the mystery of human trauma is revealed.

Sacred Sex Ed is the sex education you never had, but that we all desperately need; a sex education that is empowering, honest, and pleasure-based. It is the pathway to a future in which we feel empowered by our desires, rather than a slave to them; in which we feel celebratory of our nakedness and vulnerability. Sacred Sex Ed is creating a world where we can openly and emphatically talk about the energy and acts that brought us into it. This book is an ally in reclaiming the most powerful energy in your body by inviting you to: Illuminate your shadows. Acknowledge the patterns, authorities...