p>For survivors of traumatic experiences like abuse, the goal is to forget. But like a beach ball that we try to hold under the water, things keep bubbling up. We get triggered. Memories won't fade. The past refuses to stay in the past.

Recovery is a personal journey towards wellness that involves intense work-allowing pain to surface, allowing grieving to occur, and learning new ways of looking at ourselves and our pasts.

"365 Days of Hope" is a refreshingly honest book that is like taking a walk through the recovery journey with a friend beside you-offering insight, support, and...