Word hangover - Siera, Frank, Larin, Cris
Word Hangover: Overcoming the Aftermath of Toxic Relationships
By Siera Frank and Cris Larin
A Must-Read for Anyone Who Has Ever Been in a Toxic Relationship
In their groundbreaking book, Word Hangover, Siera Frank and Cris Larin offer a powerful and transformative guide to overcoming the aftermath of toxic relationships. Drawing on their extensive experience as therapists and coaches, Frank and Larin provide readers with the tools and strategies they need to heal from the emotional and psychological damage caused by toxic partners.
What is a Toxic Relationship?
A toxic relationship is any relationship that is characterized by negative, destructive, or harmful behaviors. These behaviors can include:
- Emotional abuse: This can include verbal abuse, such as name-calling, belittling, or criticizing; emotional neglect, such as withholding affection or support; and gaslighting, which is a form of psychological manipulation that makes you question your own sanity.
- Physical abuse: This can include hitting, slapping, pushing, or any other form of physical violence.
- Sexual abuse: This can include any unwanted sexual contact, from groping to rape.
- Financial abuse: This can include controlling your finances, preventing you from working, or taking your money without your permission.
The Impact of Toxic Relationships
Toxic relationships can have a devastating impact on your physical and mental health. They can lead to:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Low self-esteem
- Relationship problems
- Substance abuse
- Financial problems
- Health problems
Overcoming the Aftermath of a Toxic Relationship
If you have been in a toxic relationship, you may be feeling lost, alone, and afraid. You may not know how to move on with your life. But there is hope. With the help of Word Hangover, you can learn to heal from the trauma of your toxic relationship and build a healthy, fulfilling life.
What You Will Learn in Word Hangover
In Word Hangover, you will learn:
- How to identify the signs of a toxic relationship
- How to set boundaries and protect yourself from toxic people
- How to heal from the trauma of a toxic relationship
- How to build a healthy, fulfilling life after a toxic relationship