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This is the book that changed everything for me — both professionally and personally. Van der Kolk spent decades sitting with people whose bodies were still living in moments that had long since passed. And in this book, he explains why — with such clarity, such compassion, and such respect for the people whose stories he tells.
If you have ever wondered why understanding something doesn't seem to be enough. Why you can know, intellectually, that you are safe — and still feel the fear. Why talking helps, but only so far. This book answers that question. It was the book that made me certain that working with the body was not optional. It was essential.
I return to it again and again. I think you will too.
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This is the book that changed everything for me — both professionally and personally. Van der Kolk spent decades sitting with people whose bodies were still living in moments that had long since passed. And in this book, he explains why — with such clarity, such compassion, and such respect for the people whose stories he tells.
If you have ever wondered why understanding something doesn't seem to be enough. Why you can know, intellectually, that you are safe — and still feel the fear. Why talking helps, but only so far. This book answers that question. It was the book that made me certain that working with the body was not optional. It was essential.
I return to it again and again. I think you will too.
As an Amazon Associate I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases — at no extra cost to you. I only recommend books I genuinely believe in.