Summaries of books about Emotional Healing:
Changes That Heal
Four Practical Steps to a Happier, Healthier You
Henry Cloud
The book outlines a Christian-based approach to personal growth, focusing on four key developmental tasks: bonding to others, separating from others, sorting out good and bad in ourselves and others, and becoming an adult. It provides practical advice on overcoming the past, improving relationships, and achieving emotional and spiritual health through these steps.
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Adult Children of Alcoholics
Expanded Edition
Janet G. Woititz
The book delves into the lasting impact of growing up in an alcoholic household, identifying common characteristics and behaviors that manifest in adulthood. It offers insights and strategies for healing and personal growth, helping readers to overcome the challenges inherited from their family environments.
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The Gift of Forgiveness
Inspiring Stories from Those Who Have Overcome the Unforgivable
Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt
The book features a collection of personal stories from individuals who have experienced profound betrayal or hardship and have chosen the path of forgiveness. These narratives explore the challenges and healing power of forgiveness, offering readers insights into how letting go of anger and resentment can lead to peace and reconciliation.
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Drop the Rock--The Ripple Effect
Using Step 10 to Work Steps 6 and 7 Every Day
Fred H.
The book provides a practical guide for individuals in recovery, focusing on the continuous work of personal growth and character development through the daily application of Steps 10, 6, and 7 of the 12-Step program. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, the willingness to change, and the impact of these changes on personal relationships and the broader community.
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Peace from Broken Pieces
How to Get Through What You're Going Through
Iyanla Vanzant
The book is a personal memoir that delves into the author's journey through a series of life-altering challenges, including the loss of her daughter, the disintegration of her marriage, and the collapse of her professional career. It offers insights and lessons on how to heal and find peace after experiencing devastating heartbreak and trauma.
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Your Brain Is Always Listening
Tame the Hidden Dragons That Control Your Happiness, Habits, and Hang-Ups
Daniel G. Amen
The book delves into the concept of metaphorical "dragons" that represent the subconscious influences on our mental health, such as past traumas, societal pressures, and inherent fears. It provides strategies for recognizing and managing these influences to improve emotional well-being, habits, and overall life satisfaction.
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I Choose Darkness
A Holiday Essay
Jenny Lawson
The essay reflects on the author's personal experiences with depression during the holiday season, offering a candid and humorous perspective on mental health struggles. It explores the challenges of finding joy amidst darkness and the importance of self-acceptance and resilience.
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Creating Character Arcs
The Masterful Author's Guide to Uniting Story Structure, Plot, and Character Development
K.M. Weiland
The book provides a comprehensive guide on crafting compelling character arcs within a story, integrating them seamlessly with plot and structure. It offers tools and techniques for authors to develop well-rounded characters that evolve throughout their narrative journey, enhancing the overall storytelling.
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Homecoming
Reclaiming and Healing Your Inner Child
John Bradshaw
The book explores the concept of the inner child and offers strategies for individuals to reconnect with and heal this part of themselves, addressing the impact of past traumas and dysfunctional family dynamics. It provides exercises and techniques to help readers work through emotional wounds and foster personal growth and recovery.
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The Wisdom Codes
Ancient Words to Rewire Our Brains and Heal Our Hearts
Gregg Braden
The book explores the power of specific words and phrases from various ancient traditions that are believed to offer comfort, healing, and transformation when recited or meditated upon. It provides a collection of these "wisdom codes," along with explanations of their historical context and guidance on how to use them in modern life to address emotional and psychological challenges.
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