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When The Stones Cry Out

by Adena M’lynn Harmon July 24, 2024 In a quiet corner of her home, a woman kept three special rocks. Each day, she would sit with these stones, speaking to them as if to old friends. She poured out her heart, sharing memories from her earliest days to her most recent experiences, like a movie reel of fragmented clips strung together.   The woman treated these rocks as silent confidants, entrusting them with the story of her life. She believed they absorbed her words, her emotions, and her very essence. To her, these stones were more than mere objects - they were keepers of her personal history.   When the time came, she sent these rocks away to be safeguarded. She hoped that one day, that special someone would hold these stones and pray with them, unknowingly connecting with her story and energy back into the universe and rise in praise.   However, a clear jolt of my heart, a memory - the image of her palm. This symbol held special significance for her, representing a he...

Book Review

"Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" by Lindsay C. Gibson Despite being published years ago, "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" by Lindsay C. Gibson remains highly relevant. The book offers valuable insights for those grappling with the long-term effects of emotionally immature parenting. Key Points 1. Gibson identifies four types of emotionally immature parents: emotional, driven, passive, and rejecting. 2. The book emphasizes that children are not to blame for their parents' shortcomings. 3. It provides strategies for healing and growth that are still applicable today. Personal Reflections After reading the book on my therapist's recommendation, I've identified several effects in my own life: 1. Emotional instability and trust issues 2. Self-esteem problems and seeking approval 3. Difficulty setting boundaries 4. Fear of abandonment 5. Relationship challenges 6. Struggles with self-care Workbook Suggestions The workb...