The Toxic Family Solution is a must-read for anyone suffering from a toxic or dysfunctional relationship. This essential guide written by a toxic family survivor and crisis counselor is packed with valuable resources and details seven steps to take back your life after being hurt by the ones you love.
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"Fantastic! I wish I had read this book 30 years ago when I first started my practice. The Toxic Family Solution conveys complex concepts in a manner that is easy to understand for both novices and the experienced alike." —William E. Range MC, LMHC, Licensed Therapist
"The Toxic Family Solution provides readers with a roadmap to move forward from family trauma and suffering. Wherever you are in your journey following a painful home life, this book can help you move forward and make peace with your life." —Caleb Sheldrup, M. Psych.
"Social Worker Recommended: I liked the simplicity of the book encouraging reflection & supporting the reader. Useful resource to those supporting families."
"A game-changer for anyone who has a toxic family."
"A brilliant book, well-written, informative and resonates with anyone who has experienced a toxic family situation."
Learn How to Take Back Your Life & Live Your Best Life Starting Today
The Toxic Family Solution discusses the problems caused by unhealthy families: abuse, addiction, anxiety, codependency and people-pleasing, control and manipulation, fear, depression, harassment, mistreatment, neglect, PTSD, trauma, and more. Learn effective methods to cope with toxic family members, care for yourself, set strong boundaries, stop toxic thinking, and walk away from loved ones who won't stop hurting you to live a life you love!
Written by a Toxic Family Survivor and Crisis Counselor
After years of struggling with addiction, chronic depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Steven Todd Bryant began a three-year journey to face his pain and heal his toxic family wounds caused by years of family abuse. Steven is a best-selling author, a crisis counselor and a toxic family survivor. He was on staff for 19 years at the University of Southern California, holds a BA in communications and an MA in theology, and is the founder of ToxicFamily.org.
Does your family cause you anger, anxiety, stress, pain, or harm?
If you answer "yes" to any of the following questions, The Toxic Family Solution will provide information to help you on your healing journey:
Do you feel like walking away from harmful family members?
Does their criticism lead to worry, overthinking, self-criticism, or perfectionism?
Does your family try to control, manipulate, or change you?
Does your family harass and discriminate against you for being yourself?
Do you have to keep secrets or use food, alcohol, or drugs to cope with the stress and pain they cause?
Are you following your heart and pursuing your dreams, or living to please others?
Time Does Not Heal Family Wounds
The passage of time is powerless to heal the deep hurts caused by toxic family relationships. This straightforward, transformational and empowering self-help guide provides easy-to-follow strategies for coping with the pain, trauma, anxiety, stress, and suffering caused by toxic parents or toxic family members.
You deserve a life filled with love, joy, peace, and happiness!
Buy "The Toxic Family Solution" and embark on your transformative journey starting today!
Table of Contents
Introduction: Time Doesn't Heal Toxic Family Wounds
The Problem & The Solution
The Harmful Nature of Toxic Families
Journal Part I: Abandonment
Abuse Is Never Your Fault
How to Get Urgent Help
Identifying a Toxic Family
Wounds Caused by Toxic Families
Damage Caused by Secrets
Gaslighting
Roles that Hinder Self-Expression
Narcissists, Psychopaths, & Sociopaths
Coping With Your Toxic Family
Journal Part II: Unsafe
Strategies for Spending Time with Unhealthy Families
Healthy Coping Behaviors
Unhealthy Coping Behaviors
Substance Abuse, Excessive Drinking, & Overeating
Coping with Negative Emotions
When To Cut Ties & Walk Away
Journal Part III: Escape
Making the Decision to Walk Away
4 Options for Dealing with Toxic Family
Issues to Consider Before Walking Away
Warning Signs You May Need to Cut Ties
Reasons People Remain in Toxic Relationships
How to Cut Ties with Toxic Family Members
Walking Away from Religious Abuse
Walking Away from LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Boundaries & Healthy Relationships
Journal Part IV: Broken Relationships
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Types of Healthy Boundaries
Strong Boundary Statements
Remove Toxic People from Your Inner Circle
Breaking Unhealthy Relationship Patterns
Take Care of Yourself
Journal Part V: Trying to Find Myself in California
Self-Care After Neglect
Balanced Self-Care Plan
How to Journal
How to Meditate
Face Your Pain
How to Get Help When Needed
Coping with Depression
Managing PTSD
Stop Toxic Thinking
Journal Part VI: Rock Bottom
5 Types of Toxic Thinking
Avoiding Stress-Inducing Thoughts
Cognitive Errors, Negative Core Beliefs, & Your Inner Critic
Being Present & Mindfulness to Eliminate Toxic Thinking
Journaling & Meditation to Observe Your Thoughts
Observing Your Thoughts with R.A.I.N.
Live Your Authentic Life
Journal Part VII: Finding My Authentic Life
Forgive, Move On, & Let Go
Your Toxic Family Isn't Your Fault
Live Your Authentic Life
Conclusion