Bøger af Amanda Moon Ellevis

A book by survivors, for survivorsRebuild and Thrive is a peer-created guide written to assist survivors of sexual exploitation in their first steps toward physical, financial, and emotional independence.Maximum practicality and zero sensationalismCombining practical steps with mental and emotional tools, survivors will learn how to:- cope with post-traumatic stress- recognize the coercion often associated with sexual exploitation- achieve complete, well-rounded independence- pursue educational and professional goals no matter the setbacksExploitation affects every social class, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and gender, and because of this, Rebuild and Thrive is designed for a wide range of readers, including:- survivors of trafficking, pimping, and street prostitution,- early childhood abuse survivors,- former adult industry workers,- cult survivors,- any individual whose sexuality has been exploited for purposes beyond their interest or control.Road-tested and expert informedRebuild and Thrive has been road-tested in survivor recovery groups and developed with the guidance of clinical perspectives and expertise.In weekly, bite-size chunks, this book helps readers move toward physical, financial, and emotional independence.Working through the helpful checklists, self-reflection prompts, candid author stories, affirmations and self-care techniques, survivors learn step by step how to access the knowledge, resources, and life skills to make their lives better, so they never have to go through the pain of exploitation again.Journey toward your best lifeWhether you are currently in a program or recovering independently, Rebuild and Thrive can empower you to take charge of your personal healing and live your best life. "The beauty of our life outside of exploitation is that our choices are completely up to us. We don't have to do anything we don't want to do. And we can do anything we want! That's our personal reward for working so hard at obtaining independence and emotional stability."-Amanda Moon Ellevis