Family Secrets The Path from Shame to Healing

What you don't knowcanhurt you but it can also lead to self-acceptance and healing. Family Secretsgives you the tools you need to understand your familyand yourselfin an entirely new way. In his bestselling books and compelling PBS specials, John Bradshaw has transformed our understanding of how we are shaped by our families. Now join him on this fascinating journey of discovery, which starts with your life today and takes you back through the conflicts, the strengths, and the weaknesses of your parents' generationand even your grandparents'. Using a powerful technique for exploring your "family tree," you'll trace the visibleand invisiblepatterns that have influenced you. You'll learn about family secrets that are healthy and necessary, and also about the secrets that can limit your wholeness and freedomeven if you don't know they exist. This work is sometimes painful, but it is always enlighteningfilled with the kind of "aha" moments and realizations that make everything fall into place. With John Bradshaw's guidance, you will come to a new appreciation and acceptance of yourself. You will also be able to build more open, honest, and loving relationships with the people who matter most.

John Bradshaw was educated for the Roman Catholic priesthood and took advanced degrees in psychology, philosophy, and theology before becoming a professional counselor. He is the author of such major bestsellers as Bradshaw On: The Family, Healing the Shame That Binds You, Homecoming, and Creating Love. He lives in Houston, Texas, and gives lectures and workshops nationwide.