What My Bones Know

“Phew. This one was tough to read at first but trust me when I say to keep going. Stephanie Foo’s memoir about healing from complex trauma is such an important example of why therapy is not one size fits all. If something isn’t working for you, I encourage you to keep trying to find what does. So many great takeaways but one worth remembering: ALL emotions are purposeful AND beneficial. Even the negative ones. “They tell us what we need. Anger inspires action. Sadness is necessary to process grief. Fear helps keep us safe. Completely eradicating these emotions is not just impossible—it’s unhealthy.””

“Holy s***! I couldn’t put this book down and read it in 3 days. The book is a must for anyone who went through developmental or foundational trauma, or repeated abuse in their adult life. It is Especially powerful for children of immigrants as the book also explores then intergenerational trauma that we now know is passed down genetically to us (three generations). Stephanie offers a raw and powerful overview of complex PTSD through her own story of childhood abuse she endured from her parents and scientific/psychological research. Stephanie also shares the various therapies and interventions that have helped heal from this pervasive And all encompassing diagnosis. If you are looking to better understand yourself or someone you know who went through years and years of trauma give this book a read. Stephanie’s writing is beautiful and evocative.”

“Want to read. Recommended as an alternative to the divisive The Body Keeps The Score.”

“Time to unpack your trauma.”

“I’m married to a person with CPTSD and nothing has been more healing or empathy-increasing than this book.”

“Such a good cook on complex trauma. I like how it includes both the author’s story and scientific research together.”

“#inherited trauma”