Trauma does not come with Scars: "The Wounds We Don’t See: A Guide to Healing Invisible Trauma"

by Patience Johnson

Trauma does not come with Scars
"The Wounds We Don’t A Guide to Healing Invisible Trauma"

"The wound is the place where the light enters you." — Rumi
In this raw and transformative guide, Patience Johnson—a survivor, advocate, and compassionate voice for the broken—offers a lifeline to those navigating the aftermath of trauma. With unflinching honesty and deep empathy, this book The science of trauma and how it reshapes the mind, body, and spiritPractical tools to rebuild safety, from nervous system regulation to boundary-settingPost-traumatic growth—how pain can forge purpose, resilience, and unexpected strengthThe power of community and how to find (or create) your healing tribeSelf-advocacy in therapy and knowing when to seek professional helpBlending personal stories (including the author’s journey through coma recovery), neuroscience insights, and actionable exercises—like trauma disclosure scripts, future-self letters, and healing rituals—this book is both a companion and a roadmap.
For anyone who has ever felt shattered, ashamed, or stuck in survival mode, these pages You are not broken. You are adapting. And your healing is possible.
Perfect for readers of The Body Keeps the Score, What Happened to You?, and It Didn’t Start With You.
Key Features/
✅ Trauma-informed but hope-filled – No toxic positivity, just real strategies
✅ Interactive elements – Journal prompts, checklists, and reflection exercises
✅ Diverse healing paths – Somatic, emotional, and spiritual approaches
✅ For survivors & supporters – Helps loved ones better understand trauma
Praise for : Trauma does not come with Scars

"A book that feels like a hand to hold in the dark." – Mr. Anuks
"Finally, a guide that honours both the pain and the possibility." – Jill Johnson

129 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 9, 2025