The Child I Left Behind

""The Child I Left Behind is an empowering narrative about the trauma that shapes us, the resilience that allows us to survive, and the healing possible when we reconnect with our roots and our strength. Anjalia crafts a heartbreaking and hopeful story, reminding us that while the past cannot be undone, the future can still be shaped with love, wisdom, and care."" Jennifer L. Barnes, BS, RDH, entrepreneur ""Anjalia's journey of breaking generational patterns and healing her inner child are so beautifully portrayed in this book. Her courage and determination to meet herself with acceptance, compassion, tenderness, determination, and forgiveness is inspiring. Healing ourselves is a sacred calling and requires patient devotion, which is clearly portrayed in this book. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has left their inner child behind and wants to find peace and wholeness."" Lori Drell, RNC, neonatal intensive care, retiredpsychospiritual integration coach""A deeply vulnerable and harrowing examination of one's life and journey from childhood through motherhood in which the author confronts her guilt, pain, and trauma. Through this introspective and healing work we, the audience, are given a front-row seat to witness how one can transcend guilt and shame in order to achieve acceptance and self-love. A must-read for anyone who has struggled with events from their upbringing, who has struggled to feel as though they were enough as a parent, or who has struggled with codependency in their relationships. Sherri Caudill, FNP-C nurse practitioner""This book is a raw and emotionally charged account of a woman's journey through abusive relationships and the devastating decision to leave her child behind. The author's honest and vulnerable portrayal of her experiences will resonate with anyone who has faced adversity and struggled to find hope in the darkest of times. This book definitely pulls at the heartstrings and ultimately offers a message of resilience and the power of the human spirit to overcome even the most insurmountable obstacles. Penny A. Kring, certified integration life coach ""Anjalia has such an incredible talent describing her journey you feel as if you are right there with her on her path toward healing. Her ability to show compassion and understanding even for those who didn't or couldn't give her what she needed provides the reader with an authentic connection to her that is often missing in similar stories. This book shows the indomitable spirit, exceptional ability, unrivaled inner strength, and uncommon sense of commitment the author demonstrates by bringing healing and light, not only to herself, but also to those making their own journey through life's struggles."" Barbara L. Seals, LPC, LMFT retired""The Child I Left Behind is not just a memoir; it's a masterclass in courage, resilience, and the power of grit and transformation. Anjalia's willingness to delve deep into her shadows and share her journey is a profound gift to anyone seeking to reclaim their story and find healing. In a world where this story has become all too common, it's one that must be told. Witnessing Anjalia's journey is both an honor and an inspiration, as her story invites others to embark on their own path toward forgiveness and self-love."" Steven Twohig, founder of Mastering Change, author of Turning Within