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• The Wisdom of Trauma:  www.wisdomoftrauma.com

• The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture, Dr. Gabor Mate, MD

• The Politics of Trauma: Somatics, Healing, and Social Justice, Staci K. Haines & Ai-Jen Poo

• Atlas of the Heart, Brené Brown

• How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self, by Nicole LePera

• Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself, by Kristin Neff

• Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women Can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim Their Power, and Thrive, by Kristin Neff

• When the Body Says No, by Gabor Maté M.D.

• It Didn't Start with You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are and How to End the Cycle, by Mark Wolynn

• The Body Keeps Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk MD

• Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic: How Trauma Works and How We Can Heal From It, Paul Conti, MD

• Molecules Of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine, Dr. Candace Pert

• Inner Bonding: Becoming a Loving Adult to Your Inner Child and Inner Bonding Workbook, by Margaret Paul, PhD

• It Wasn't Your Fault: Freeing Yourself from the Shame of Childhood Abuse with the Power of Self-Compassion, by Beverly Engel

• Healing Your Emotional Self: A Powerful Program to Help You Raise Your Self-Esteem, Quiet Your Inner Critic, and Overcome Your Shame, by Beverly Engel

• Healing Developmental Trauma: How Early Trauma Affects Self-Regulation, Self-Image, and the Capacity for Relationship, by Laurence Heller Phd and Aline Lapierre PsyD

• The Drama of the Gifted Child: The Search for the True Self, Third Edition, by Alice Miller

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Tools

 

• Bellicon mini trampoline/rebounder for gentle exercise and lymphatic support. here

• Pique tea for gut biome and immune support here

• IonBiome for gut biome and immune support here

• Lacrosse balls for foot, back, and neck massage.

• Body pillow for sleep, joint support, and self-soothing/nervous system support.

• Weighted blanket for self-soothing and nervous system support.

• Acupressure pillows/mats for feet, back, etc.

• Vibration plate or cushion for feet/back (circulation, nervous system support).

• Touchstone Essentials (zeolite detox and superfood products) here

• Paradise ORAC Energy Greens | Organic Alkalizing Grass Juice Powder Extracts | Organic Veggies and Berries, Adaptogens & Probiotics

• Original Bach Flower Remedies here

• FES Flower Essences/Remedies here

• Thorne (supplements and testing) here

• Life Extension (supplements, education, and testing) here

• DHA Laboratory (testing/please work with your physician) here

• Genova Diagnostics (testing/please work with your physician) here

• Diagnostic Solutions Laboratory (testing and education/please work with your physician) here

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Perfectionism, Creativity, Communication, and Authenticity

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• The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are, by Brené Brown

• Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead, by Brené Brown

• The Artist’s Way, by Julia Cameron

• Cues, by Vanessa Van Edwards

• Captivate, by Vanessa Van Edwards

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​Narcissism, Toxic People, Abuse, Trauma, and Co-Dependency

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• Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself, by Melody Beattie

• Dr. James Doty, Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon’s Quest to Discover the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart

• Stephen Porges, PhD, The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe

• Dr. John Sarno, The Mindbody Prescription: Healing the Body, Healing the Pain

• Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve: Self-Help Exercises for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Autism, by Stanley Rosenberg , Stephen W. Porges, et al

• Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma, by Peter A Levine

• In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction, by MD Gabor Maté and Peter A. Levine Ph.D.

• Narcissism: Denial of the True Self, by Alexander Lowen

• Healing Developmental Trauma, Laurence Heller, PhD and Aline LaPierre, PsyD

• Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mother, by Karyl McBride

• "Don't You Know Who I Am?": How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility, by Ramani Durvasula

• The Narcissist in Your Life: Recognizing the Patterns and Learning to Break Free, by Julie L. Hall

• Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers, by Karyl McBride

• POWER: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse: A Collection of Essays on Malignant Narcissism and Recovery from Emotional Abuse, by Shahida Arabi and Thought Catalog

• You're Not Crazy - It's Your Mother: Understanding and Healing for Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers (Daughters Of Narcissistic Mothers Book 1), Books 1 and 2: Daughters Of Narcissistic Mothers | by Danu Morrigan

• The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal with People Who Treat You Like Dirt, by Robert I. Sutton

• The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn't, by Robert I. Sutton

• Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents, by Lindsay C. Gibson

• Out of the Fog: Moving From Confusion to Clarity After Narcissistic Abuse, by Dana Morningstar

• Running on Empty: Overcome Your Childhood Emotional Neglect, by Jonice Webb and With Christine Musello

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Health, Wellness, and Food

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• Scared Sick: The Role of Childhood Trauma in Adult Disease, by Robin Karr-Morse and Meredith S Wiley

• Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrom & Myalgic Encephalitis (includes thyroid, detox, nervous system, and hormone support), Dr. Sarah Myhill

• Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond and Roar, by Dr. Stacy Sims (www.stacysims.com). Women Are Not Small Men TedX

• Diet for Divine Connection: Beyond Junk Foods and Junk Thoughts to At-Will Spiritual Connection, by Margaret Paul, PhD

• The Women's Brain Book: The neuroscience of health, hormones and happiness, by Dr Sarah McKay

• Feel Great, Lose Weight, by Rangan Chatterjee

• How to Make Disease Disappear by Rangan Chatterjee

• Fiber Fueled: The Plant-Based Gut Health Program for Losing Weight, Restoring Your Health, and Optimizing Your Microbiome, by Will Bulsiewicz MD

• Restore Gut-Brain Health | Dr. Formulated - Probiotic & Enzyme Alternative – for Digestive Health, Immune Support, Metabolism & Energy Boost / ION* Gut Health (Liquid from Dr. Zach Bush MD) – www.zachbushmd.com

• The Plantpower Way: Whole Food Plant-Based Recipes and Guidance for The Whole Family: A Cookbook, by Rich Roll and Julie Piatt

• Energy Medicine for Women: Aligning Your Body's Energies to Boost Your Health and Vitality, by Donna Eden, David Feinstein, et al.

• Ancient Remedies: Secrets to Healing with Herbs, Essential Oils, CBD, and the Most Powerful Natural Medicine in History, by Josh Axe

• The Blue Zones of Happiness: Lessons From the World’s Happiest People, by Dan Buettner

• The Anti-Inflammatory Diet & Action Plans: 4-Week Meal Plans to Heal the Immune System and Restore Overall Health, by Dorothy Calimeris and Sondi Bruner

• Women, Food, and Hormones: A 4-Week Plan to Achieve Hormonal Balance, Lose Weight, and Feel Like Yourself Again, by Sara Gottfried

• Tapestry of Health: Weaving Wellness into Your Life Through the New Science of Integrative Medicine, by M.D. Monti, Daniel A., M.D. Bazzan, Anthony J., et al.

 

Boundaries

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• Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life, by Henry Cloud and John Townsend

• Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, by Nedra Glover Tawwab

• Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free: The Ultimate Guide to Telling the Truth, Creating Connection, and Finding Freedom, by Nancy Levin

• Boundary Boss, by Terri Cole

 

Relationships/Attachment

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• The Power of Attachment: How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationship, by Diane Poole Heller

• Esther Perel's Where Should We Begin?: The Arc of Love,  by Esther Perel and Audible Originals

• The State of Affairs Rethinking Infidelity, by Esther Perel

• Mating In Captivity, by Esther Perel

• The Power of Attachment: How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationships, by Diane Poole Heller

• Where Should We Begin? Relationship Podcast with Esther Perel

• Hearticulations: On Love, Friendship, and Healing, Jeff Brown

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Shadow Work

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• Owning Your Own Shadow: Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche, by Robert A. Johnson

• Bringing Your Shadow Out of the Dark: Breaking Free from the Hidden Forces That Drive You, by Robert Augustus Masters and Lissa Rankin

• The Dark Side of the Light Chasers, by Deborah Ford

 

Inspiration and Grounded Spirituality

 

• Soulshaping, Jeff Brown

• Books by Jeff Foster (You Were Never Broken, The Way of Rest: Finding The Courage to Hold Everything in Love, Falling in Love with Where You Are: A Year of Prose and Poetry on Radically Opening Up to the Pain and Joy of Life, and more.)

• A Woman's Worth, by Marianne Williamson

• The Book of Awakening, by Mark Nepo

• Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow, by Elizabeth Lesser

• Spiritual Bypassing: When Spirituality Disconnects Us from What Really Matters, by Robert Augustus Masters Ph.d.

• Man’s Search For Meaning, by Victor. E. Frankl

• The Choice, by Dr. Edith Eva Eger

• Almost Everything: Notes on Hope, by Anne Lamott

• Grounded Spirituality, Jeff Brown

• The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran

• The Seeker’s Guide, by Elizabeth Lesser

• Books written by Pema Chodron and Thich Nhat Hanh

• The Soul of Rumi, by Rumi

• Autobiography of a Yogi, Paramahansa Yogananda

• The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values, and Spiritual Growth, by M. Scott Peck

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