If you feel you need additional assistance with your specific situation, please reach out for professional help. Woodson’s lulling free verse reassures the reader that the world will ‘make some space,’ while López’s dreamy, near-translucent mixed-media illustrations thrum with playful joy. But, in my experience, companies do not want to deal with it all and just brush it under the carpet while trumpeting their Dignity at work policy to all and sundry. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.

Full-bleed illustrations on every page are thick with collaged patterns and textures that pair perfectly with melodic prose that begs to be read aloud.In contrast to the enmeshment Beth experienced, Laura lived in a family that set boundaries so far away from themselves that each person moved in a separate circle, so disconnected that Laura seemed to be growing up all by herself.

When she confides in her mother, Cessie makes an astonishing disclosure in turn, one that alters everything: from the age of twelve to fifteen she was in a clandestine relationship with her middle-aged, married riding instructor. For British born Kay Eberstern, living on her husband’s country estate, the Nazi occupation of her adopted country is a time of terrible uncertainty and inner conflict. I find Petra's style of writing effortlessly easy to read and the book insightful and thought provoking.

I'm not sure if this book is for those in the early stages of self reflection around their mental health. Petra's keynotes are uplifting, moving, funny and challenge audiences to cultivate mentally healthy cultures that promote innovation and sustainable performance for the future of work.

Woodson’s lyrical text is gently reassuring as it moves between broad discussion and specific examples of difference and discomfort, which emphasize children moving across cultures but will speak to children from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re stuck in a rut, disappointed by an outcome, hurting from a wound, failing in an endeavor, struggling in a relationship, or unsure about the future…don’t give up. Woodson’s superlative text sees each character turn that moment of desolation into an opportunity to be brave and find hope in what they have in common.

Drawing on decades of personal and professional experience as a therapist—as well as stories from others who have learned how to heal from serious boundary violations—Anne Katherine, MA, brings us an invaluable, foundational guide on the who, what, and why of boundaries. I understand I can change my preference through my account settings or unsubscribe directly from any marketing communications at any time. By insisting that she think and be a certain way, he prevented her from developing emotional boundaries. I have childhood trauma which makes me gravitate to certain workplaces / bosses which doesn't help my mental health, but means I'm 'safe' and I was hoping to gain some strategies to help me.