Mike Bowles
'Hidden Wounds: The Invisible Impact of Childhood Abuse on Adult Well-Being' sheds light on the lasting effects of childhood abuse and how it impacts adult well-being. The book offers insights into the different types of abuse, such as physical, sexual, and emotional, and how they manifest in adulthood. It emphasizes the importance of healing childhood abuse and offers practical steps for readers to overcome the trauma they experienced. The book also explores the stigma surrounding childhood abuse and how it can be a barrier to seeking treatment. 'Hidden Wounds' empowers survivors to reclaim their power and move beyond the trauma. It highlights the benefits of finding purpose, setting boundaries, and embracing self-care practices such as meditation and breathing exercises. Ultimately, the book offers hope to those who have experienced childhood abuse and encourages them to take the necessary steps to heal and move forward towards a life of fulfillment and well-being. healing, childhood abuse, trauma, recovery, therapy, mental health, self-care, resilience, forgiveness, boundaries, inter-generational trauma, dissociation, stigma, physical health, advocacy, well-being, coping mechanisms, emotional regulation, hypervigilance, hyperarousal, sexual abuse, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, self-esteem, self-worth, shame, guilt, family dynamics, purpose, inner child, meditation, mindfulness