Trauma recovery is tricky; however there are several key principles that can help make the process safe & effective This book gives self help readers therapy clients & therapists alike the skills to understand & implement eight keys to successful trauma healing mindful identification of what is helpful recognizing survival having the option to not remember creating a supportive inner dialogue forgiving not being able to stop the trauma understanding & sharing shame finding your own recovery pace; mobilizing your body & helping others This is not another book promoting a new method or type of treatment; rather it is a necessary adjunct to self-help & professional recovery programs After reading this book readers will be able to recognize their own individual needs & evaluate whether those needs are being met They will have the tools necessary to put themselves in the drivers seat navigating their own safe road to recovery