What Happened to You?

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Our earliest experiences shape our lives, and this book provides powerful insights into the behavioral patterns many struggle to understand. It emphasizes the importance of building a renewed sense of self-worth and recalibrating our responses to various situations and relationships. This shift in perspective can fundamentally change how we view our lives. Have you ever questioned your actions or struggled to control your behavior? Others may judge our reactions, leading us to blame ourselves while holding ourselves and those around us to impossible standards. It's time to ask a different question. Through personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry offer a transformative shift from "What’s wrong with you?" to "What happened to you?" Winfrey shares her own experiences, highlighting the vulnerability that comes from facing trauma and adversity in childhood. Together, they focus on understanding behavior and ourselves, fostering a deeper comprehension of trauma. This subtle yet profound shift allows us to understand our pasts, paving the way for resilience and healing. By exploring these themes, the book opens doors to a new way of thinking about trauma, ultimately guiding us toward a brighter future.