A Love Deeper Than The Ocean
You Are Not Alone On Your Journey To Heal After Childhood Abuse: A True Story of Love, Betrayal, Hate and Divine Forgiveness
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As you read this book it will become very clear to you that I have been there. I know far too well what it means to suffer at the hands of another. I know what it is like to love someone, and look up to them with the eyes of an innocent child. Only to have them take advantage of that innocence for their own sick and perverted cravings. I understand what it means to truly suffer. Oftentimes, it happens, that once a child has experienced what it feels like to be mistreated and abused, guilt and shame manifests, subconsciously, into your thought patterns. You begin to believe a painful and unhappy life was all you were ever worthy of having. Your suffering and trauma-thoughts about yourself can end up becoming your Identity, and you end up holding onto that Identity for decades of your life. I understand your pain and I know how difficult and confusing it is to make any sense out of such a senseless thing. This journey you are on is not an easy one, not at all. Surviving child abuse is, in my humble opinion, one of the most heartbreaking, horrific and painful experiences a human being can experience. We were only children, for God’s Sake. I know that you have within you everything you need not only to survive, but to thrive, because it all happened for you. As difficult as this may be for you to hear right now, read on. You can rediscover yourself in the pages of this book. You can put the work you do here into action right here and right now. The stories and steps in each chapter are tailored to meet you wherever you are on your journey. Each chapter builds upon your self-discovery from the previous chapter, providing a step-by-step guidance that is presented without judgment about your past experiences. This creates a safe and sacred space for your personal exploration. It is important to engage in the work in order to achieve positive outcomes. I offer you my true story as a tool that can send love to your Heart and ignite your Soul. Doing the lessons, as I lay them out for you, can help you to stack your outer strengths, your attributes, your inner strengths, your courage; and your purpose can become clear. Your Self-Worth can be raised and your Higher Self can guide you as you learn how to Take Your Own Unique Power Back! It is, after all, your power and yours alone. Nobody, not a parent, a step-parent, a grandparent, an uncle or aunt; not a brother or sister, cousin or neighbor and no teacher, priest or any preacher can touch or harm your Higher Self. They may have broken your bones, crossed your personal boundaries and fed you lies. They may have forced you to keep dirty, dark, little secrets and stolen your Innocence, but they have no real power to take your True and Authentic Self from You. This part of you is perfect. It is Divine. You become able to see, to feel and you begin to Know The Truth of who you really are as you read this book from beginning to end. Do the work as I lay it out for you and the Truth of Who You Truly Are Can Set You Free. How To Read This Book: Each chapter is set up to help you get clear on what’s blocking you and your ability to Take Your Own Personal Power Back! Most of the chapters will have a corresponding writing lesson for you. The last three chapters are writing or speaking lessons for you, in and of themselves. I highly suggest that you Create a Sacred Space to complete each lesson plan. Give yourself some much needed privacy when doing each lesson. Treat this book and the work you do for yourself as if it were your very own personal diary. This is Your Life we are talking about! A day without anger, a night without triggers, and a week with no anxiety attacks, is definitely doable. I believe in you. You got this! If you burn incense, burn it in this sacred space of yours. Maybe you’ll want to have a few candles in your sacred space. Keep the energy of this place personal for you, and you alone, to work in. This is not a place for others to go snooping around in, so please keep true to your personal boundaries and the sacred space where you choose to do this most important work. This is by far the most important work you may ever do for yourself. It may be best for some of you to not talk to others in your home about what you are doing, or at the very least, tell them that you need some alone time to read, to be with yourself, to journal, pray and/or meditate. Perhaps you can suggest to them that you are working on yourself which can, undoubtedly, allow you to feel better, become more confident and be happier. This can assist you in cultivating better love. As you develop love for yourself, you can discover an increased capacity to offer more love, understanding, and gratitude towards others. Creating a sacred space for oneself can be a deeply personal and spiritual experience. If you choose to incorporate incense, sage or essential oils into this space, it is important to ensure that it is only burned within this designated area. The scent of incense can be powerful and transformational and when burned within your sacred space, it can help to create a sense of peace and tranquility. In addition to incense, consider adding other elements to your sacred space. A vase filled with beautiful flowers can bring a natural and vibrant energy to the space. Candles are another popular addition, adding a warm and comforting glow. Ready? Okay, let’s get to work!
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As human beings, we often tend to categorize our experiences as either good or bad. However, the truth is that each experience, no matter how unpleasant it may seem at the time, has the potential to teach us valuable lessons. It is up to us to shift our perspective and view these experiences in a more holistic manner. Louise L. Hay, a renowned motivational author and speaker, emphasized the importance of looking at life experiences as opportunities for growth and learning. She believed that every experience we have is an opportunity for us to become more aware of ourselves and our inner power. Her teachings inspire individuals to take responsibility for their thoughts and actions, and realize that they have the power to shape their own reality. Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, another influential author and speaker, also highlighted the importance of shifting one's perspective and taking a more positive approach to life experiences. He believed that our thoughts and beliefs shape our reality, and encouraged individuals to adopt a mindset of gratitude and abundance. For the author, Louise L. Hay and Dr. Wayne W. Dyer served as mentors and sources of inspiration. This book is a tribute to them both and the valuable lessons they imparted. By adopting their teachings and viewing her own life experiences as opportunities for growth, the Author has been able to transform her outlook on life and find deeper meaning in even the most challenging situations
About the Author
I was an expert on believing I’m not good enough. For at least the first 30 decades of my life, I believed that I was a “stupid, piece-of-shit, asshole.” Those are the words my father would drill into my head almost daily when he was angry about something, and he was often angry. He would get in moods that were both frightening and violent. I was constantly being reminded that I would never amount to anything good. For a significant portion of my life, I carried around the belief that I simply did not measure up to those who had college and university degrees, and more money than I did. These were all people who occupied a higher rung on the social ladder. They were undoubtedly more intelligent, more accomplished, and more important than I could ever hope to be. I always justified my insecurities with such words as, “I have a PhD from the school of hard knocks.” And, while yes, that is true. If the School of Hard Knocks acknowledged my decades worth of pain and suffering, the decades in which I pinched, crawled and struggled to overcome the almost insurmountable obstacles I received in my life, I would definitely be a star-student and take home my well deserved School of Hard Knocks Diploma, and I would do so with Honors. After struggling to know why my father had abused me for so many years, I searched for answers. On that long, painful and treacherous Journey, I found my Authentic Self. I discovered how to take My Personal Power Back! "You are not the sum of all the terrible things that happened in your past. You are so much more than that!!" Marie Castellano is a Spiritual Teacher, Writer, Speaker, Author and Robbins-Madanes Breakthrough Specialist Coach. She assists people who are struggling with the trauma of their past. Her motto: "Be Well. Be Happy. Be YOU and Take YOUR Power Back!!" She leads with Great Mercy and Great Compassion, and a whole lot of humor.