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Book SynopsisWhat does it take to transcend the impact of trauma and achieve happiness, meaning, and purpose?
At an early age, Dr. Paul Foxman became a victim of childhood sexual abuse, poverty, multiple life-threatening medical crises, a hostile divorce, and exposure to violence. Now an accomplished psychologist, Dr. Foxman shares key lessons from the process of overcoming traumas to create a life filled with love, fulfillment, and security. He validates the possibility of a fulfilling life that goes well beyond survival to true recovery: to regain the ability to trust, to love and be loved, to feel empowered and safe, and to discover one’s purpose.
In Traumas and Triumphs, Dr. Foxman recounts his inspiring personal journey to recovery while supplying insights into resources to aid in managing anxiety and healing from trauma.
Trade Review“Traumas and Triumphs is a compassionately-told and inspiring memoir of challenge, courage, and resilience. Paul Foxman’s powerful story of transforming adversity into success, meaning, and true joy shines as a beacon of hope for anyone who struggles. His secrets for happiness, wise insights, and compelling story make for a gripping read.” —Celeste DiMilla, psychotherapist and author of Live Kind, Be Happy
“Traumas and Triumphs speaks to the truth about human suffering and the way out. Dr. Foxman illustrates the arduous journey of developing the necessary strength and skills for overcoming the trauma of everyday life.” —Barry Weiss, M.A. in Transpersonal Psychology
“[Dr. Foxman] is the living proof that encourages readers, especially if they have a troubled start in life, to always take the risk for growth, despite the possibility of failure. And he assures his readers those risks we find in our own lives are the path worth taking and, if we allow others to point the way or take our hand, it may not seem so scary to move toward happiness.” —Dr. Margaret Wehrenberg, author of The 10 Best-Ever Anxiety Management Techniques and Pandemic Anxiety: Fear, Stress and Loss in Traumatic Times
“Traumas and Triumphs is a beautiful sharing of lived experience and life review . . . I am certain that it will enhance our understanding of trauma and sharpen our skill sets for how to survive and thrive in spite of it, or even because of it.” —Jamie Marich, Ph.D., LPCC-S, LICDC-CS, REAT, RYT-500, founder of the Institute for Creative Mindfulness and author of Healing Addiction with EMDR Therapy
“[Gives] fresh perspective to the ages-old idiom, ‘You never know where life will take you!’ I'm impressed too by Dr. Foxman’s willingness to be so vulnerable and open with personal moments, especially his traumas . . . This book is a gem.” —Sarah Lyman, founder of PurplCouch
“[Dr. Foxman] will be the Dr. Oz of the mental health world. This one is a winner.” —Joel Miller, Ph.D.
“Dr. Foxman’s personal journey educates us as to how we can master life’s challenges and discover a path to meaningful accomplishments and self-actualization. I enjoyed the read very much. I thank him for sharing his life story.” —John Petell, R.N.
“Traumas and Triumphs is a beautiful story. This must-read memoir reads like a novel and touches upon the monumentally important fact that difficult experiences in life need not define you. Rather, the trials you experience may help you realize a life of fulfillment, wonder, and love.” —Annie DiVello, M.S., CCC-SLP
