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Summary: Be very careful
Review: It pains me to write a negative review of anything by Florence Littauer, one of my favorite Christian and self-help authors and speakers, but I question the "wisdom" of this book. The main premise is that if you have large memory gaps you were probably abused and have forgotten it or pushed it out. You are then urged to explore those "forgotten" memories until you can dig them out. In typical Littauer fashion - a good one, I should add - the book is written with numerous personal examples of people Fred and Florence have encountered over the years. The problem is that all of these examples end up w/ the "abused" person uncovering "memories of abuse." Never does it end up that the person discovers they just have a poor memory. I question the wisdom of this approach for three reasons: 1) Memory repression/retreval is very controversial by the psychological professionals, and is often proven to be faulty. 2) The book leaves no room for the possibility that someone w/ holes was anything but abused in some fashion. 3) Florence's impecable reputation puts her in the realm of "expert" in a field that she is not qualified as an expert. I found myself - as someone who can't always even recall memories of some of the things my 6 year old did - questioning and searching for the "terrible" event in my past that caused me to be unable to remember so much. After going through this very dark search, I finally allowed myself - the book doesn't allow for such things - to come to the conclusion that the only thing wrong with me is I need more Ginko, not therapy for childhood abuse. If you know you have been abused in the past, have questions about it, or know someone who has been, then this book may help you find answers. Otherwise, be very careful. It's a dark path with a questionable destination.
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Summary: Be Very Careful
Review: It pains me to write a negative review of anything by Florence Littauer, one of my favorite Christian and self-help authors and speakers, but I question the "wisdom" of this book. The main premise is that if you have large memory gaps you were probably abused and have forgotten it or pushed it out. You are then urged to explore those "forgotten" memories until you can dig them out. In typical Littauer fashion - a good one, I should add - the book is written with numerous personal examples of people Fred and Florence have encountered over the years. The problem is that all of these examples end up w/ the "abused" person uncovering "memories of abuse." Never does it end up that the person discovers they just have a poor memory. I question the wisdom of this approach for three reasons: 1) Memory repression/retreval is very controversial by the psychological professionals, and is often proven to be faulty. 2) The book leaves no room for the possibility that someone w/ holes was anything but abused in some fashion. 3) Florence's impecable reputation puts her in the realm of "expert" in a field that she is not qualified as an expert. I found myself - as someone who can't always even recall memories of some of the things my 6 year old did - questioning and searching for the "terrible" event in my past that caused me to be unable to remember so much. After going through this very dark search, I finally allowed myself - the book doesn't allow for such things - to come to the conclusion that the only thing wrong with me is I need more Ginko, not therapy for childhood abuse. If you know you have been abused in the past, have questions about it, or know someone who has been, then this book may help you find answers. Otherwise, be very careful. It's a dark path with a questionable destination.
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Summary: Be very careful
Review: It pains me to write a negative review of anything by Florence Littauer, one of my favorite Christian and self-help authors and speakers, but I question the "wisdom" of this book. The main premise is that if you have large memory gaps you were probably abused and have forgotten it or pushed it out. You are then urged to explore those "forgotten" memories until you can dig them out. In typical Littauer fashion - a good one, I should add - the book is written with numerous personal examples of people Fred and Florence have encountered over the years. The problem is that all of these examples end up w/ the "abused" person uncovering "memories of abuse." Never does it end up that the person discovers they just have a poor memory. I question the wisdom of this approach for three reasons: 1) Memory repression/retreval is very controversial by the psychological professionals, and is often proven to be faulty. 2) The book leaves no room for the possibility that someone w/ holes was anything but abused in some fashion. 3) Florence's impecable reputation puts her in the realm of "expert" in a field that she is not qualified as an expert. I found myself - as someone who can't always even recall memories of some of the things my 6 year old did - questioning and searching for the "terrible" event in my past that caused me to be unable to remember so much. After going through this very dark search, I finally allowed myself - the book doesn't allow for such things - to come to the conclusion that the only thing wrong with me is I need more Ginko, not therapy for childhood abuse. If you know you have been abused in the past, have questions about it, or know someone who has been, then this book may help you find answers. Otherwise, be very careful. It's a dark path with a questionable destination.
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Summary: Please Republish This Valuable Book
Review: My husband and I have counseled hundreds of people and have found this book to be invaluable in helping many who had memory losses during childhood. Sometimes it was one particular incident and other times it was certain years that could not be recalled. I personally have a friend who has no memory before age 7 and is content to leave it at that. But for many others who have been helped, I would say go ahead and read it. We have a need for the book frequently and are very distressed over the fact that they are no longer available. Please get more copies printed for us and others who need and want help in order to be free. Fred and Florence Littauer have made a great contribution in helping people. Thank you.
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Summary: A must read...
Review: NOTHING IS AS CRIPPLING AS CHILDHOOD HURTS TO MANY PEOPLE. IT FREEZES THEM, THUS INACTIVATING THEM IN TOO MANY AREAS OF LIFE. THE AUTHOR'S GRASP AND COUNSEL IS DESPERATELY IN THIS HURTING WORLD. PLEASE REPUBLISH THIS BOOK. I NEED 5 COPIES NOW!
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Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: There are so many questions that we all have as to why we are the way we are. A lot stems back to childhood. Some of these issues that adults deal with are sometimes so deep rooted that some do not know where to begin. This book really takes you back to different stages in your life, memories that may still have a strong impact as to why you do and don't do certain things. Ailments that started...certain odors that are bothersome... certain rooms in a home that just don't feel right. Whatever that it is...you just MAY find some answers in this book or at least start a journey of healing. It is only with the Lord's timing that someone will be healed of past circumstances. If you are prepared to go deeper and are willing to let Him reveal things of the past, this book will be a tremendous help, even if it is for someone that you love. Mine has been continually circulating.
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