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An Autobiography of Trauma

A Healing Journey

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An Autobiography of Trauma

By: Peter A. Levine
Narrated by: Christopher Salazar
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• Shares the author’s personal journey to heal his severe childhood trauma as well as his breakthroughs on the path to create Somatic Experiencing

• Explores how he came to view Einstein as his personal spirit guide and mentor, only to discover a profound real-life connection to him through his mother

• Explains how the SE method is derived from the author’s studies of animals in their natural environments, neurobiology, and 50 years of clinical observations

In this intimate memoir, renowned developer of Somatic Experiencing, Peter A. Levine—the man who changed the way psychologists, doctors, and healers understand and treat the wounds of trauma and abuse—shares his personal journey to heal his own severe childhood trauma and offers profound insights into the evolution of his innovative healing method.

Casting himself as a modern-day Chiron, the wounded healer of Greek mythology, Levine describes, in graphic detail, the violence of his childhood juxtaposed with specific happy memories and how being guided through Somatic Experiencing (SE) allowed him to illuminate and untangle his traumatic wounds. He also shares the mysterious and unexpected dreams and visions that have guided him through his life’s work, including his dreamlike visitations from Albert Einstein, whom he views as his personal spirit guide and mentor.

Explaining how he helped thousands of others before resolving his own trauma, he details how the SE method is derived from his studies of wild animals in their natural environments, neurobiology, and more than 50 years of clinical observations. Levine teaches us that anyone suffering from trauma has a valuable story to tell, and that by telling our stories, we can catalyze the return of hope, dignity, and wholeness.

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I love this book. It’s going on my favourites list. So grateful for Peter’s willingness to share his vulnerability and experiences. Very inspiring. Thank you

Peter’s vulnerability and generosity of spirit

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The contents of this book are a rare gift. Intimate, courageous, illuminating, human. Peter Levine is one of my heroes. I feel even more grateful for him and his contributions having now heard his story. Thank you for letting me get to Know you Peter. <3 …Unfortunately the narrator’s voice is just not right… Luckily I have listened enough of Peter’s stuff online that my mind is able to sort of superimpose his voice over this enthusiastic but challenging narration.

A gift to the world

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I really wanted to get something valuable from this book, but it was a huge disappointment. It's filled with vague theories, anecdotal stories, and unproven claims that lack real scientific backing. The author repeats the same points over and over without offering anything concrete or practical.

One of the most baffling parts is Levine's claim that he met Albert Einstein as a child. There’s no concrete evidence to back this up, and it just feels like part of the "mumbo jumbo" that permeates the book. It undermines the credibility of the entire work and makes it hard to take seriously.

Whilst what Levine went through as a child was very tough, I appreciate alternative therapies, but I do not support homeopathy. This reliance on unverified, speculative ideas only makes me more skeptical. While he may have some good ideas, I don’t agree with everything he says, and his work seems to lead more into pseudoscience. If you're looking for real, evidence-based insights, this book is not it. Also the voice-narrating was difficult to listen to .

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