Toxic
A Compassionate Companion and Guide to Overcoming a Traumatic or Abusive Childhood
Find understanding and guidance in “Toxic,” a compassionate resource for those overcoming difficult childhoods. This book offers insights into how past experiences shape present behaviors, and provides diverse tools for positive change. From recognizing unhealthy patterns to building self-trust, “Toxic” supports you in your unique healing journey.
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Jackie Poet is the author of Toxic, a compassionate guide for adults healing from a traumatic or abusive childhood. Blending lived experience with research, Jackie’s work empowers readers to choose their own path toward recovery and healthier relationships.
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Why You Don’t Owe Anyone Forgiveness
One of the most challenging parts of healing from childhood trauma is dealing with external pressure to forgive those who hurt us. This pressure can come from many sources and can feel overwhelming. Family members might pressure you to forgive “for the sake of family unity” or because “that’s just how they are.” Friends might…
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Processing Grief from Childhood Trauma
Processing grief from childhood trauma is one of the most challenging but important parts of healing. If you’re struggling with intense emotions after recognizing painful truths about your past, please know that what you’re experiencing is completely normal. Grief from childhood trauma doesn’t look like other types of grief. You might find yourself cycling through…
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Grieving the Relationship You Never Had
One of the most confusing aspects of healing from a difficult childhood is learning to grieve something that never actually existed – the loving, supportive parent–child relationship we deserved but never had. You might find yourself feeling deeply sad about the parent who couldn’t see you, support you, or love you the way you needed….
