This was absolutely fantastic. I simultaneously want to sit in silent contemplation and scream out to everyone about it; it’s the kind of book you wish everyone in the world had read. It is written with such curiosity, care and respect, and Bessel van der Kolk’s genuine desire to understand and help people radiates through all the pages. I can’t believe how much I’ve learned from this reading experience, spanning across personal and societal sectors of life. I can’t recommend it enough, but due to the heavy thematics I urge you to take care in how you feel comfortable with approaching it.