I would definitely NOT suggest subjecting yourself to the torture of listening to this reader. The writer lacks any connectivity and understanding to a higher source, which, in my opinion, makes much of her philosophy limited in scope and understanding, though not without some practical merit and interest. This reader's performance is atrocious - lending an egotistical and embittered tone to every syllable. It is hard to know how I may have felt had I listened to a different reader's interpretation of the material. The original title of this book was "Prisoners of Childhood," which makes far more sense than "Drama of the Gifted Child." The latter, in my interpretation, points to the challenges surrounding children of remarkable capabilities, which constitutes very little of this book. The Drama of the Gifted Child helps us to reclaim our life by discovering our own crucial needs and our own truth.Īn unfortunate translation of the original title Without this 'gift' offered us by nature, we would not have survived."īut merely surviving is not enough. I simply meant all of us who have survived an abusive childhood thanks to an ability to adapt even to unspeakable cruelty by becoming numb. Alice Miller writes, "When I used the word 'gifted' in the title, I had in mind neither children who receive high grades in school nor children talented in a special way. Why are many of the most successful people plagued by feelings of emptiness and alienation? This wise and profound audiobook has provided millions of people with an answer - and has helped them to apply it to their own lives.įar too many of us had to learn as children to hide our own feelings, needs, and memories skillfully in order to meet our parents' expectations and win their "love". The writing is entertaining and a pleasure-a fun read and rare, I'm sure, for books on analysis."-Sara Mansfield Taber, author of Bread of Three Rivers: The Story of a French Loaf "The examples here-each of them-are little gems, beautifully weaving together theory with life and with much that is illustrated through this." 9 780231 151658 Columbia Cover image: Gracia Lam Cover design: Julia Kushnirsky Printed in the U.S.A.This best-selling book examines childhood trauma and the enduring effects it has on an individual's management of repressed anger and pain. The vignettes are charming and the explanations, which deal with complex concepts, are masterfully simple and clear. I loved reading both-and especially enjoyed the way the story unfolds through analysis, which is quite sophisticated and, on a personal level, touching and nicely written."-Brian Rasmussen, University of British Columbia Okanagan "This is going to be a book that people will love-both students of analysis and the general public. "The story and analysis are really quite wonderful. The result is a unique approach enabling the absorption of psychodynamic concepts as they unfold across the life span. Overall the text follows a developmental trajectory, opening with stories from early childhood and concluding with present encounters. Each section begins with a brief memoir by one of the authors and leads into a discussion of related concepts. The book covers psychodynamic theory, the development of ideas, various techniques, the challenges of treatment, and the experiences of trauma and loss. Their approach demystifies dense material and the emotional consequences of deep clinical work. Through their narratives, these practicing analysts show how to incorporate psychodynamic concepts and identify common truths at the root of shared experience. Anderson share amusing, poignant, and sometimes difficult stories from their personal and professional lives, inviting readers to explore the complex underpinnings of the psychoanalytic profession and its esoteric theories. A must for all who take the journey of self-knowledge and for anyone curious about what makes people tick."-Jane Hall, New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, and Psychoanalysis, author of Roadblocks on the Journey of Psychotherapy There couldn't be a more appropriate method for illustrating the dynamics of psychoanalysis than the vehicle of story. The theoretical explanations complete the package. The writing is excellent and delightful, featuring stories full of surprise and intrigue. "Sensitive, accessible, wise, and deeply moving, this book is original and exceptional.
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