Hiding in Plain Sight

The Truth About Trauma, Service, and The Way Forward

Doug White, Michelle White

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Tell This Story, LLC
11 November 2024

Military history; Police & security services; Psychology; Abnormal psychology; Military veterans

This is not just another collection of war stories, nor is it a dissertation on strength and triumph. It is a cautionary tale of the personal and professional effects of post-traumatic stress injuries, reaching too far and attempting to go it alone. This memoir is a snapshot of the origin, journey, and twilight of a thirty-year career dedicated to serving others and the toll it took.

This story is not unique. Regrettably, there is good company in the shadows-responders and service members, each concealed in the folds, even from one another. They fear stigma, speculation, consequences, and, worst of all, their truths. They are always anxious about being discovered, being perceived as weak, inadequate, or unworthy of the company they keep.

On these pages, you will not find any halos. You will, however, encounter successes, near misses, hard-earned lessons, and a steep fall from the pinnacle of professional achievement, only to find a path to purpose.

By: Doug White, Michelle White
Imprint: Tell This Story, LLC
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9798330433285
Pages: 204
Publication Date: 11 November 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Hiding in Plain Sight: The Truth About Trauma, Service, and The Way Forward

This book is a raw, authentic and unflinchingly honest memoir about a life dedicated to service, both in a military capacity and as a first responder in law enforcement. It strikes a unique balance of being heartbreaking in the place he ultimately found himself psychologically, yet also inspiring in how Doug managed to overcome his demons and darkness. Ultimately leading to a place of healing, incredible insight, resilience and the courage to share his own struggles, in a mission to ensure no one else experiences the same without knowing they're not alone. It's not only for the first responder or veteran, but also a powerful read for the spouse or partner of one too. It provides some insight into the things we are exposed to yet rarely want to talk about. But also serves as an acknowledgement of how important their role and support is to us, throughout the course of our careers, even though it's not communicated or validated as often as it should be. Great read, highly recommended.