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My Grandmother'S Hands: Racialized Trauma And The Pathway To Mending Our Hearts And Bodies
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A National BestsellerMy Grandmother'S Hands Will Change The Direction Of The Movement For Racial Justice. Robin Diangelo, New York Times Bestselling Author Of White Fragilityin This Groundbreaking Book, Therapist Resmaa Menakem Examines The Damage Caused By Racism In America From The Perspective Of Trauma And Bodycentered Psychology.The Body Is Where Our Instincts Reside And Where We Fight, Flee, Or Freeze, And It Endures The Trauma Inflicted By The Ills That Plague Society. Menakem Argues This Destruction Will Continue Until Americans Learn To Heal The Generational Anguish Of White Supremacy, Which Is Deeply Embedded In All Our Bodies. Our Collective Agony Doesn'T Just Affect African Americans. White Americans Suffer Their Own Secondary Trauma As Well. So Do Blue Americansour Police.My Grandmother'S Hands Is A Call To Action For All Of Us To Recognize That Racism Is Not Only About The Head, But About The Body, And Introduces An Alternative View Of What We Can Do To Grow Beyond Our Entrenched Racialized Divide.Paves The Way For A New, Bodycentered Understanding Of White Supremacyhow It Is Literally In Our Blood And Our Nervous System.Offers A Stepbystep Healing Process Based On The Latest Neuroscience And Somatic Healing Methods, In Addition To Incisive Social Commentary.Resmaa Menakem, Msw, Licsw, Sep, Is A Leading Voice In Today?S Conversation On Racialized Trauma And The Creator Of Cultural Somatics, Which Utilizes The Body And Its Natural Resilience As Mechanisms For Growth. As A Therapist And The Founder Of Justice Leadership Solutions, A Leadership Consulting Firm, Resmaa Dedicates His Expertise To Coaching Leaders Through Civil Unrest, Organizational Change, And Community Building
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'My Grandmother's Hands'? A: 'My Grandmother's Hands' explores the impact of racialized trauma on individuals and communities, emphasizing the importance of body-centered healing in addressing the effects of racism.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'My Grandmother's Hands' is Resmaa Menakem, a therapist and expert in racialized trauma and somatic healing.
- Q: What unique perspective does this book offer on racism? A: The book presents a body-centered approach to understanding racism, arguing that the trauma of racism is stored in our bodies and can be addressed through somatic practices.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: 'My Grandmother's Hands' is suitable for anyone interested in understanding racial issues, trauma, and healing, including individuals from all racial backgrounds.
- Q: What kind of healing process does the book propose? A: The book offers a step-by-step healing process based on neuroscience and somatic techniques, aimed at helping individuals heal from the trauma of racism.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'My Grandmother's Hands' has a total of 300 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on September 19, 2017.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Yes, 'My Grandmother's Hands' is available in paperback format.
- Q: Does the book address the trauma experienced by different racial groups? A: Yes, it discusses how racism affects not only African Americans but also white Americans and law enforcement, highlighting the universal impact of racialized trauma.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'My Grandmother's Hands'? A: The title symbolizes the generational trauma passed down through families and emphasizes the personal and collective healing journey.