Summaries of books about Emotional Healing:
Romancing the Beat
Story Structure for Romance Novels
Gwen Hayes
The book provides a guide for writers on how to structure a romance novel, outlining the genre-specific beats and plot points necessary to create a satisfying romantic arc. It offers practical advice, templates, and tips to help authors craft compelling love stories that resonate with readers.
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Tell Me More
Stories About the 12 Hardest Things I'm Learning to Say
Kelly Corrigan
The book delves into twelve powerful phrases such as "I don't know" and "I was wrong," exploring personal anecdotes and universal truths about the challenges of communication and connection. It reflects on the author's experiences with love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, offering insights into the importance of vulnerability and honesty.
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You're Not Crazy - It's Your Mother
2nd Edition: Freedom for Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers
Danu Morrigan
The book provides insight and support for daughters of narcissistic mothers, exploring the complex dynamics of these relationships and offering strategies for healing and establishing boundaries. It includes personal anecdotes, psychological explanations, and practical advice to help readers understand and cope with the impact of a mother's narcissism on their lives.
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The New Codependency
Help and Guidance for Today's Generation
Melody Beattie
The book offers insights into codependency, updating the concept for modern times and addressing how contemporary lifestyles and technology affect relationships. It provides practical advice on setting boundaries, taking ownership of one's happiness, and fostering healthy, empowering connections with others.
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Dodging Energy Vampires
An Empath's Guide to Evading Relationships That Drain You and Restoring Your Health and Power
Christiane Northrup
The book provides strategies for empaths to recognize and protect themselves from emotionally draining individuals, often referred to as "energy vampires." It offers practical advice on setting boundaries, healing from past traumas, and cultivating self-care practices to maintain one's energy and well-being.
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How to Survive the Loss of a Love
Peter McWilliams, Harold H. Bloomfield, Melba Colgrove
The book offers emotional support and practical advice for individuals coping with the end of a relationship, addressing the stages of grief and providing strategies for healing. It combines poetry, affirmations, and exercises to help readers work through their pain and begin the process of recovery.
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Owning Your Own Shadow
Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche
Robert A. Johnson
The book delves into the concept of the shadow, the unacknowledged and often rejected aspects of one's personality, arguing that recognizing and integrating this part of the self is crucial for personal growth. It offers insights into the nature of the shadow and provides guidance on how to confront and harmonize it with one's conscious life for a more balanced and fulfilling existence.
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To Love and Let Go
A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Gratitude
Rachel Brathen
The memoir recounts the author's journey through grief and healing after the sudden death of a close friend, exploring themes of love, loss, and the power of letting go. It delves into her experiences with relationships, family, and self-discovery, all while emphasizing the importance of gratitude and the transformative nature of embracing life's challenges.
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Try Softer
A Fresh Approach to Move Us out of Anxiety, Stress, and Survival Mode--and into a Life of Connection and Joy
Aundi Kolber
The book provides guidance on how to transition from a life dominated by stress and anxiety to one of emotional health and well-being by using compassionate self-awareness and mindfulness techniques. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's past traumas and emotional experiences to cultivate resilience and establish meaningful connections with others.
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The Empowered Empath
A Simple Guide on Setting Boundaries, Controlling Your Emotions, and Making Life Easier
Judy Dyer
The book provides strategies and practical advice for highly sensitive individuals to manage their intense emotions and establish healthy boundaries. It offers tools to help empaths navigate social interactions and self-care routines to improve their overall well-being and life satisfaction.
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