Your life may be compounded with the pain of "yesterday," mixed with the disappointments and frustrations of "today." Many try to survive each day using alcohol, work, promiscuity, drugs, and other compulsive behaviors to drown out the inner noise of hurt, anger, and despair. At some point, though, it has to become clear that these attempts to avoid pain paradoxically bring even more pain and problems.
Those who have successfully overcome victimhood force themselves in directions that they know are healthy, in spite of tremendous doubts and fears that pull them back.
I don't believe anyone does life alone; I believe you lose your humanity by isolating yourself. It is up to you to reach out. The intent of Bad Childhood Good Life is to help you accept the truth of the assault on your psyche, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and guide you into a life of more peace and happiness.
You should not be satisfied with being a victim, nor with being a survivor. You should aim to be a conqueror.
There is an extraordinary quality of spirit that leads one to aspire to conquering rather than surviving. I hope you discover that spirit in yourself.
Author: Dr. Laura Schlessinger
Hardcover, 257 pages, Used book in excellent condition.
