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Today via Zoom from Mexico I spoke to a US congregation about PTSD recovery. My emphasis was on the idea in the book of joy.
Victim To Survivor and Thriver: Carole's Story- Hope for Survivors of Childhood Trauma, Abuse or Neglect
By Barbara Harris Whitfield Carole was a victim of repeated child abuse. Her story demonstrates the deep healing that is possible with knowledge, the courage to face buried pain, and the love of safe others. Her riveting true story is intertwined with my life and that of my husband Charles Whitfield, MD (author of the bestselling Healing the Child Within). This is our story, too, of walking together with Carole along her path of recovery. As you read, you will learn how Carole transformed her suffering and loss, a "less-than" life-- into joy.
My emphasis was on this joy mentioned here. At the end of my talk, I played Three Dog Night's old rock n roll hit "Joy to the World." It was pretty fun.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyI1OImD7ow
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Hey All...I hope that you have a lovely, peaceful beginning of your weekI have a bunch of chores that need doing but may put them off til tomorrow and just hang out with my landlord/roomie todayWhat about you?...Anything special going on?Have a great day and take good care of you!!..Xo
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Once again I've had a fever today. I'm not going to the hospital because that's a huge waste of time but I did schedule a dr appointment for Wednesday afternoon.
I wish I'd been there.
The thing is, with safe others, I could *have* PTSD ---- I was finally *post*-trauma. That's the part that's hard to explain to people.
can i have your autograph, muji?
attempted humor aside, congrats on another job well done. way to do the do.
Big hug <3
I was thinking about you and said a prayer for you. I would love to see the zoom if you have it recorded.
I am going to get those books you mentioned. I still am trying to make the leap from survivor the thriver so any recommended materials are always welcomed. Thank you so much for sharing. You, your story and your recovery are a treasure. <3