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Holy Hurt: Understanding Spiritual Trauma and the Process of Healing

"Too often the institutions and communities that are meant to be the most holy in our lives end up deeply hurting us. In Holy Hurt, clinical psychologist Hillary L. McBride sends a sincere and profound message: spiritual trauma is real and impacts us all. She also reassures us that we can remake ourselves and heal in its aftermath. McBride expertly and compassionately shows that acknowledging the impact of spiritual trauma in our lives allows us to begin to repair our wounds individually and collectively, experiencing reconnection with ourselves and others. She draws on clinical research, trauma literature, insightful interviews with experts, and poignant first-person stories of spiritual trauma, ending each chapter with a short practice to begin healing. McBride empowers those who have lived through spiritual trauma or witnessed it, as well as those who want to develop healthier church environments and prevent abuse."

Hillary L. McBride PhD (Author), Hillary L. McBride (Narrator)

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Adult Children of Borderline Parents: A Trauma-Informed Guide to Recover from a Toxic Childhood and

"Did you grow up with a parent who has borderline personality disorder (BPD), or you suspect they did? Was your parent's behavior unpredictable or scary? Did it seem like they were angry one minute and happy the next? Were your basic needs ignored? If so, it wasn't your fault. Children raised by a parent with BPD are subjected to a number of unhealthy and damaging behaviors—from uncontrolled anger and abuse, to gaslighting, blame-shifting, lying, and more. As a result of these experiences, you may have developed feelings of guilt, insecurity, and depression that have lingered throughout your adult life. This compassionate guide offers a trauma-informed approach to help you recover from your toxic childhood and discover the person you were truly meant to be. You'll learn how to identify emotional and developmental wounds, and discover why interactions with your parents were so harmful to your sense of self. Then, you'll learn to create strong interpersonal boundaries and overcome feelings of guilt, anger, and low self-worth. Finally, through the act of emotional reprocessing, you'll reclaim those aspects of yourself that were lost or distorted by your trauma, so you can restart healthy growth processes and become the person you were meant to be. If you're carrying the hidden wounds of a toxic childhood, you're not alone—and you can heal."

Daniel S. Lobel PhD (Author), Dean Gallagher (Narrator)

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Frog: The secret diary of a paramedic

"'A riveting ride along the knife edge of life and death from a frontline worker in one of our most crucial professions.' Fiona Kelly McGregor, author of Iris 'Frog', a term of endearment for intensive care paramedics, derives from the notion that everything they touch croaks. Sally Gould delivers a gripping and heartfelt memoir that dives into the unpredictable, often absurd, and sometimes heartbreaking reality of life as a paramedic. Life as a paramedic, writes Sally Gould in this candid, witty memoir, can be traumatic, gross, dull, hilarious, magical. To make the cut, you need to be able to think outside the square, keep calm in the midst of chaos, be in possession of a strong stomach, and simply brush it off when patients die. That's on top of having a profound understanding of the human body, plus the skills to counter its failings. It also helps to have a highly developed and oftentimes dark sense of humour. But behind the sirens and the life-or-death scenes, and the absurdity of non-urgent callouts, a paramedic's career is very different to how most people imagine it. Based on years of meticulously kept journals, Frog is an intimate look at the human cost of the job and the cumulative effect of trauma. Sally shares a personal story that is searingly honest and truly inspiring, one which offers a heartfelt tribute to the resilience, courage and camaraderie that define the high-stakes world of emergency medicine. "

Sally Gould (Author), Sally Gould (Narrator)

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Notes to John

"A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ‘Utterly fascinating' NEW YORK TIMES 'A profound, rich document’ NEW STATESMAN 'An act of intimate storytelling' VOGUE A recently discovered journal from one of America's most iconic writers, Joan Didion, the author of The Year of Magical Thinking and Blue Nights. In November 1999, Joan Didion began seeing a psychiatrist because, as she wrote to a friend, her family had had 'a rough few years'. She described the sessions in a journal she created for her husband, John Gregory Dunne. For several months, Didion recorded conversations with the psychiatrist in meticulous detail. The initial sessions focused on the heartbreaking complexities of her relationship with her daughter, Quintana: adoption, depression, alcoholism, anxiety, guilt. The subjects evolved to include her work, which she was finding difficult to maintain for sustained periods. There were discussions about her own childhood – misunderstandings and lack of communication with her mother and father, her early tendency to anticipate catastrophe – and the question of legacy, or, as she put it, 'what it’s been worth'. The analysis would continue for more than a decade. Didion’s journal was crafted with the singular intelligence, precision, and elegance that characterize all of her writing. It is an unprecedently intimate account that reveals sides of her that were unknown, but the voice is unmistakably hers – questioning, courageous, and clear in the face of a wrenchingly painful journey. 'An incredibly intimate insight into her relationship with her daughter, depression, and creativity' GUARDIAN 'So moving. I am astonished at the level of recall … They are a record of trying to save a life, and understand her own' NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW 'Sheds intriguing light on the question of Quintana’s part in the family dynamic' OBSERVER 'The literary source for the three great works of Didion's old age' INDEPENDENT 'It’s always a pleasure to read Didion’s measured prose' STANDARD 'Written with the immediacy of fresh recollection … and with the cool, forensic clarity she was known for' NEW YORKER 'Compulsive … it shows Didion the reporter at work' TELEGRAPH 'An intimate chronicle … Notes to John offers readers a key to Didion's persona and her work' NPR 'Perhaps for the first time, we can hope to see Didion as she saw the world: unwavering and unflinching, straight down the line' AnOTHER 'An unexpected parting gift to biographers and civilian readers' AIRMAIL 'Fascinating … offers insight into her work' iPAPER 'A tour de force from one of the best' PEOPLE 'Notes to John' was a New York Times bestseller w/c 2025-04-28."

Joan Didion (Author), Julianne Moore (Narrator)

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Safe and Sound: A Polyvagal Approach to Reduce Anxiety and Find Calm

"Brought to you by Penguin. Recalibrate your nervous system, calm anxiety and find safety through the transformative power of sound. Safe and Sound introduces the groundbreaking new tool The Safe and Sound Protocol, developed by Polyvagal pioneer Dr Stephen Porges. Designed to help you regulate your nervous system, Safe and Sound will explore the therapeutic power of listening to help you manage symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma. Featuring stories from the therapy room and therapy-backed advice, you will discover how to use sound in all aspects of your life, from recognising how different music makes you feel to weaving sound into your healing journey. Uncovering the amazing hidden power of sound, this accessible and practical guidebook will equip you with the tools you need to lead a calmer, more resilient life. © Stephen W. Porges and Karen Onderko 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Karen Onderko, Stephen W. Porges (Author), Karen Onderko, Stephen W. Porges (Narrator)

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Body & Soul, Healed & Whole: An Invitational Guide to Healthy Sexuality after Trauma, Abuse, and Coe

"If you're a survivor of sexual harm, recovering your sexuality is possible. You are worthy of good care. The toxic effects of sexual trauma and abuse can be devastating and lasting. Victims' ability to experience healthy sexuality, even if they free themselves from the abuse, is often shattered. If sexual abuse, violence, or coercive control is part of your story, certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and trauma specialist Tabitha Westbrook wants you to know: you are not alone, and healing is possible. In Body & Soul, Healed & Whole, Tabitha draws on her specialized expertise, her own personal story of abuse, and a deep knowledge of Scripture to create a safe and compassionate place for you to start recovering - or even finding - the healthy sexuality God intended for you. With honest wisdom and empathetic understanding, Body & Soul, Healed & Whole will help you discover how to: - Process your story of abuse-whether it occurred as a child, within marriage, or by someone in a position of power-without shame. - Develop healthy relationships with God, with yourself, and with others (including those of the opposite sex). - Reconnect with your good body and establish a foundation for healthy sexuality, whether currently married or single. - Identify and address any spiritual abuse that may have taken place within sexually abusive relationships. - Understand what arousal structures are, how they're formed and distorted by abuse, and how to shift them when needed for healing. - Incorporate practical skills for self-care during your healing process. Sexuality does not have to be forever broken. Rest assured in a God who understands and loves you in the deepest of deep ways-and begin your journey toward wholeness, restoration, and healing."

Tabitha K. Westbrook (Author), Tabitha K. Westbrook (Narrator)

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Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself and Realise Your Full Potential

"Brought to you by Penguin. Does life feel smaller than it used to? Does it seem that the people around you have taken a step back from doing hard things, preferring to stay in their comfort zone? In the era of TikTok as therapy, it’s tempting to see ourselves as damaged and powerless – defined by our past traumas, our emotions and the struggles we face. But it’s more important than ever to rise above the limiting beliefs and widespread anxiety that puts us in boxes, lowers our expectations and holds us back. In Rise Above, renowned psychologist Dr Scott Barry Kaufman unpacks the dangerous myths and misleading buzzwords swirling around the popular imagination. He reveals the truth about managing our emotions, the double-edged sword of self-esteem, the surprising gifts of sensitivity, and ultimately, the power each of us has to overcome challenges and to shape the course of our own lives. Packed with empathy, insight, humour and actionable solutions, this book will empower you to take control of your own your life and reach your full potential. © Dr Scott Barry Kaufman 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Scott Barry Kaufman (Author), Scott Barry Kaufman (Narrator)

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The Age of Overwhelm: Strategies for the Long Haul

"There is a growing epidemic afflicting people working in social change that is rarely talked about—burnout. Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, bestselling author of Trauma Stewardship, offers The Age of Overwhelm as the salve for healing. Whether we are overwhelmed by work or school; our families or communities; caretaking for others or ourselves; or engagement in social justice, environmental advocacy, or civil service, just a few subtle shifts can help sustain us. Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, bestselling author of Trauma Stewardship, shows us how by offering concrete strategies to help us mitigate harm, cultivate our ability to be decent and equitable, and act with integrity. The Age of Overwhelm aims to help ease our burden of overwhelm, restore our perspective, and give us strength to navigate what is yet to come."

Laura van Dernoot Lipsky (Author), Laura van Dernoot Lipsky (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - De Las Tinieblas A La Luz: Experiencias AA

"Nuevamente libre de alcohol, me encontré tremendamente deprimido. La causa parecía ser mi total incapacidad para adquirir un mínimo de fe. Edwin T. volvió a visitarme y me repitió otra vez las sencillas fórmulas de los Grupos Oxford. Al poco de marcharse, empecé a sentirme aun más deprimido. En total desesperación, clamé a no sé quién, 'Si existe un Dios, ¡que se manifieste!' En ese momento me sobrevino una repentina iluminación de una envergadura y un impacto tremendos, una experiencia que, en años posteriores, traté de describir en el libro Alcohólicos Anónimos y, más tarde. en Alcohólicos Anónimos Llega a su Mayoría de Edad, textos básicos que le envío a usted adjuntos. Mi liberación de la obsesión alcohólica fue inmediata. Supe en ese mismo instante que yo era un hombre libre."

Oslos Molina (Author), Oslos Molina (Narrator)

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Breaking Waves: Discovery, Healing and Inspiration in the Open Water: Discovery, Healing and Inspira

"The open water. To the uninitiated, it represents the unknown, an expanse of mystery and uncertainty. But to those who brave the wild waters, it is so much more. A space to heal. A place of communion. A balm to quieten the mind, soothe the soul, and allow you to reconnect with the world and yourself. Emma Simpson discovered wild swimming after a period of immense pain. Lost in grief, disillusioned with life, and feeling increasingly untethered from the world, she instinctively felt the pull of the water. There she found an unexpected source of hope and strength, a profound sense of connection, and a glorious sisterhood of women - each with their own remarkable stories to tell. Interweaving the tales of these inspirational women with reflections on her own experiences, Emma explores themes ranging from devastating loss to birth and rebirth; chronic illness to body confidence. Whether describing the taste of an iceberg or a kiss from a baby whale, Breaking Waves is a love letter to womanhood and the open water. It's also a celebration of community, renewal and the power of writing your own life story. Above all else, it is a joyous celebration of going with the flow."

Emma Simpson (Author), Jaimi Barbakoff (Narrator)

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The Autistic's Guide to Self-Discovery: Flourishing as a Neurodivergent Adult

"Live Authentically and Function Effectively in All Areas of Your Life In this first-of-its-kind book, Sol Smith combines current research, his personal experience as a late-diagnosed autistic adult, and lessons learned as an educator to show how you can transcend common mischaracterizations, overcome shame, and gain the skills to flourish. Sol knows that neurodivergent people often feel that nothing they have been taught relates to how they experience the world. To resolve this conflict, they try to change or mask who they are, which can cause isolation, depression, and anxiety. He advises the opposite: Understand yourself, accept yourself, and reduce conflict. Designed to help you peel away the shell of inadequacy and self-blame that often comes with neurodivergence, The Autistic’s Guide to Self-Discovery offers the necessary tools and knowledge to function effectively at home, at work, and in the wider world."

Sol Smith (Author), Sol Smith (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - La amenaza del individuo en la sociedad: Psicologia Para Sanar

Carl Jung (Author), Oslos Molina (Narrator)

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