If you experienced toxic stress as a child-such as physical, sexual, or emotional abuse; neglect or abandonment; or living in a troubled home-you're not alone. Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are extremely common, and can lead to a wide range of physical and mental health issues such as autoimmune disorders, anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you're like many others who have survived these painful experiences, you may feel stuck and unable to move forward in life. So, how can you begin to heal the hidden wounds of toxic childhood stress and trauma? In this breakthrough workbook, a renowned traumatic stress and resilience expert presents practical and evidence-based skills to help you move beyond ACEs, and develop the strength and resilience needed to thrive as an adult. You'll find tools and strategies that apply the latest findings in neuroscience, trauma, and attachment research to manage difficult emotions in the moment, change the way your brain responds to stress, and soothe troubling memories. Childhood adversity doesn't have to define you for the rest of your life. With this book as your guide, you'll learn to replace negative feelings of self-blame, shame, and fear with self-care, security, and contentment. This gentle workbook will help you: Address the root cause of your suffering, Regulate stress and balance emotions, Rewire your brain for health and happiness, Seek additional help if you need it Book jacket.