Dear Annie: I read your response to “Brokenhearted.” She was hurting because her sister didn’t believe her abuse.
Depression is a process. My biggest hurdle in managing it was the belief that it was a flaw of mine. That there was something wrong with me.
I read “The Body Keeps the Score.” It was liberating.
The book, in my perspective, was a work of correlating physical changes in the body as they related to mental changes. What a life-changer.
I realized that the evolution of my depression was not my fault. I did pretty darn good, considering what I went through. I no longer allowed people’s opinions to shape me. I arrived at a very empowered and healing place. I can’t recommend the book enough. Good call. — The Body Keeps Score
Dear Reader: Congratulations on your dedication to living a full and empowered life.
Taking control of your mental and physical health is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself and the world.
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“How Can I Forgive My Cheating Partner?” is out now! Annie Lane’s second anthology — featuring favorite columns on marriage, infidelity, communication and reconciliation — is available as a paperback and e-book. Visit Creators Publishing for more information. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.
