Mending The Pieces: A gentle guide to healing from trauma

by Javed Akbar

Mending the Pieces is a compassionate, steady companion for anyone navigating the quiet, often invisible journey of healing from trauma. Written with care and clarity, this book offers a gentle path forward—without pressure, judgment, or the expectation to “fix” yourself.Created for readers who feel emotionally overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure where to begin, this guide blends trauma-informed insights with practical, calming practices that support healing at a safe and manageable pace. It meets you exactly where you are and walks beside you—one step at a time.

Inside this book, you’ll

A clear, gentle explanation of what trauma is and how it affects the mind, body, and nervous systemValidation for emotional responses that are often misunderstood or minimizedPractical grounding tools and reflections to help manage overwhelm, anxiety, and emotional triggersGuidance for rebuilding self-trust, emotional safety, and inner resilienceSupportive writing prompts and exercises to help you process experiences without forcing or reliving themA compassionate reminder that healing is not linear—and that you are not brokenWhether your trauma stems from a single event, long-term stress, emotional neglect, or experiences that never felt “big enough” to count, Mending the Pieces offers reassurance, understanding, and hope.

If you’re looking for a trauma-informed guide that is gentle, accessible, and deeply human, this book provides a safe place to begin healing—one piece at a time.

140 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 23, 2025

Reviews

[Kelsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

My nervous system thanks you for this read and the validation and reminders throughout this book. 🙏🏻