Childhood Emotional Trauma

Chappale Burton, author and survivor of deep childhood trauma, shares his mental struggles and the tools and techniques he used to heal after being abducted, raped at gunpoint and then witnessing the tragic murder of his mother and stepfather at age 8. Unlike other books written by clinicians and therapist, this book offers firsthand strategies and a glimpse into the mind of someone who has experienced several horrific events and emerged stronger.

Growing up with him was like being in my own war zone, living in perpetual fear of when the bombs would fall. I was terrified of becoming him, and in moments I could feel I might. He still lives within me grimly like some battered demon spright. And I’m fearful of his shadow. The rage, and his...

Why do we sabotage our own success so frequently? Trauma is the culprit in a nutshell. Trauma is an important part of our lives that is sometimes ignored. Trauma may be caused by a variety of factors, including alcohol and past hurts. The difference between recovery and emerging from the ashes as a more confident and strong individual and remaining trapped in the same old rut is how we deal with those issues.

Do you ever feel depressed, anxious, or fearful? Do you sometimes have emotions that are disproportionate to the situation? Do you feel overwhelmed and unable to make a decision or think clearly? Do you people please and say 'yes' to things that you really want to say 'no' to? Have you been diagnosed with a condition such as ADHD, Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, or any number of immune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, colitis, or Crohn's disease? Have you suffered from childhood trauma? If so, know that none of these things are your fault.