Rise: A Guide to Climbing Out of Betrayal Trauma

Betrayal is traumatic. Safety, trust, and self-worth are not only compromised, they are completely shattered. The life-altering discovery sends us into a valley so deep, we wonder if we will ever feel joy again. Instead, we feel damaged. Unworthy. Unloved. Ugly. We question everything. How did this happen? Am I safe? What's wrong with me? Why didn't I see this coming? Where is God and how can He help me? Will I ever trust again? Like a thick blanket of fog in a dark, cold, forest, the despair can settle in and take up residence. We feel alone. Abandoned. Is there hope? The answer is, "Yes!" Just as a compass guides a sojourner through uncharted territory, this book can guide you out of the dark. In it, you'll navigate through the forest of grief, explore the river of grace, and remove the boulders of conflict that are hindering your progress to healing. The focus is on restoring you. The goal is to reach the peak, where safety, trust, rest and joy are sure to be found. But to get there, you'll need a trail guide to help you navigate your hike up the mountain of recovery. It takes grit and grace to get there, but the best views happen after the hardest climb. The choice is yours. You can choose to stay in the forest of grief, lost in bitterness and despair, or you can RISE. Grab your backpack, hiking boots, and grit. Let's climb.