Staff Review: In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts

Title/Author: In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts – Gabor Mate

Genre(s): Addiction, Self Help, Therapy

Gabor Mate, MD is a towering figure in the field of addictions.  His work has helped to bring to light the realities of addiction through research of the various ways it shows up.  In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts is an expose which smashes the common assumptions, stereotypes, and biases in society and recasts addiction less as a moral failing and more as a symptom of trauma.

Reviewed by: Ben

Staff Review: Nonviolent Communication

Title/Author: Non-Violent Communication – Marshall B. Rosenberg

Genre(s): Self Help, Therapy, Psychology

Rosenberg harnesses the power of non-violence to show a way of communicating that removes blame, increases mutual empathy, and challenges us to be clear with our needs.  A classic in the field of communication studies and psychotherapy, Rosenberg’s NVC method draws from a lifetime of clinical experience and challenges fundamental assumptions of the nature of emotions and feelings.

Reviewed by: Ben

Staff Review: Persephone Rising

Title/Author: Persephone Rising - Carol S Pearson

Genre(s): Feminism, Psychotherapy, Self-Help

Dr. Pearson dives into the Persephone legend to uncover the four hidden archetypes within the story.  A depth psychologist, Pearson dissects the story to show how each character is relatable to us in different ways and invites us to connect with the narrative of our own life the same way we connect with characters external from us.  With a healthy level of analysis, exercises and journal prompts, Pearson guides us through the myth and invites us to step inside.

Reviewed by: Ben

Staff Review: Braving the Wilderness

Title/Author: Braving the Wilderness - Brené Brown

Genre(s): Self Help, Interpersonal Relationships

A big name in the therapy world, Brené Brown presents a bold challenge to reclaim our sense of belonging. A must read in self-work.

Reviewed by: Ben