“A Life Unraveled tells the compelling story of one woman’s brave journey from a life of abuse and trauma to recovery and self-acceptance. Jill Hannah Anderson bares her soul in these pages, opening up about the difficulties she faced as a childāincluding physical, emotional, and sexual abuseāand how she learned to manage her chaotic home life through creative expression. With unflinching honesty, Anderson describes her battles with mental illness, eating disorders, addiction, Self-Harming behaviors (SHB), suicidal thoughts and attempts… Anderson ultimately finds hope in holistic healing approaches including yoga therapy and energy work; with bravery and self-compassion she confronts the root causes of her pain allowing herself to finally heal old wounds. A Life Unraveled is an inspiring testament to the power of personal transformation.” – From the Publisher.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for people who have dealt with, or are currently dealing with, abuse and trauma of any kind. It is also for those interested in learning about holistic healing approaches.
Pros :
- Jill Hannah Anderson is brave for sharing her story.
- This book is a testament to the power of personal transformation.
- Readers will find hope in holistic healing approaches if they are struggling with their own issues.
Cons :
- It is depressing
- It is repetitive
- The author includes too much personal information
Learn more about the author
Jill Hannah Anderson is an artist, author and yoga therapist. After a difficult childhood marked by abuse and trauma, she found healing in creative expression and holistic approaches to wellness. A Life Unraveled is her story of courageously facing down the demons of her past and reclaiming her life grain by grain. She lives in British Columbia, Canada.” A memoir about one woman’s journey from a traumatic childhood filled with abuse to recovery and self-acceptance. This book deals frankly with topics like mental illness, eating disorders, addiction, self-harm behaviors (SHB), suicidal thoughts and attempts. The author ultimately finds hope in holistic healing approaches including yoga therapy and energy work; confronting the root causes of pain allows her to finally heal old wounds and build a new life.
Reader Reviews
“5 stars! Touching, powerful and inspiring!”
“This raw, honest and beautifully written memoir took me on an intense journey of self-discovery. I felt like I was right there with Anderson as she faced her demons and gradually learned to love herself.”
“This book is amazing! It’s so well written and it tells Jill Hannah Anderson’s story of abuse, mental illness, addiction and recovery in a way that is easy to read and understand. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with any kind of trauma or addiction.”
“This book is a MUST READ for anyone who has ever experienced abuse of any kind. It is honest, raw, and beautifully written. Jill Hannah Anderson shares her story with such courage and vulnerability that it makes the reader feel like they are sitting right next to her telling their own story. I couldn’t put this book down – it’s simply amazing.”
