I pre- ordered it from Amazon in July, also her brother's book, 3 Langston Hughes books, along with a Christopher Martin , 3 book series.
So, my Winter readings are set, got all except Mary's book and my new Spectacles; Eyeglasses are ridiculously expensive, even with Medicre Advantage benefits.
I can't wait to read this. Your tag line, "The only way out is through", resonates with the difficulties I am going through in my own life. Even though our traumas are not the same, there is comfort in hearing your words. There is comfort in knowing I'm not alone. Thank you Mary.
As a fellow experienced in dealing and on the healing journey from CPTSD, of somewhat related family trauma issues. I’m grateful for your Bravery, Courage, Compassion, Empathy, Fearlessness, Honesty, Hope, Grit, Kindness, Reality, Respect, Strength, and Support Mary. I’m looking forward to reading your book. And sharing with others along the way our mutual life’s paths. As all of learn, it is a lifelong dedication once on this blessed healing path.
You’re not alone, Mary. Thank you for writing Too Much and Never Enough. When I read it, I thought I was reading a psychological history of my mother’s father. Your family was in real estate in NY; mine was in oil in Texas. The manner in which our grandfather’s saw fit to raise their children have affected all members of the families for two-three generations now, and continuing onward. Once you’ve been routinely traumatized in every day life by the very people that are supposed to love and care for you, it’s not possible to simply “grow out of it.” Thank you for bringing your analytical knowledge and sensitivities to explain to the world why your uncle behaves as he does. You’ve explained far more families’ history than you may be aware. I’ve preordered Who Can Ever Love You and am looking forward to reading your latest insights.
Kelley, you are absolutely correct that you can't just "grow out of trauma". It takes serious work to get beyond it, as I know from experience. The greatest truth here is that "the only way out is through".
I remember a therapist telling me that ‘long time ago’. I replied then, ‘Oh no!’
I’m laughing now because yes, of course. And it worked. As my younger sister says: ‘You’re Free!’
Lucky me. If you’re in a 12 step program there’s a secret: you can actually graduate just as you do from school to college to a profession to becoming older and expanding on and on into you’re very own grand piano aware kind compassionate Self.
"You're Free" is exactly what happens. I really like what you said about what your self can become. I'm not that eloquent, but that's exactly what happens.
What a wonderful story about you and Aimee Mann, Mary. And your resilience and fortitude in the face of such God-awful family behavior is truly inspiring. I love your writing, your humor and your grace. I’m ordering your book as soon as I post this! Your great admirer, Susan Mitchell-Ketzes in Atlanta
I’m eagerly awaiting my advance order copy. And I’m so very moved by your brief story and by Aimee’s tribute to you. Right! A spark, is it decency, God, something that lives despite the worst possible surroundings. Something your mom and or dad infused into you early on, separating you from the meanness? Sending a hug and gratitude!
Congrats on the book, I hope it is an incredible success. I’ve gotten to know about you (at least a little) over the last few years, through your many thoughtful appearances on MSNBC. Thank you for all you’ve shared. If I could give you a big hug, I would!
God bless you for what youve done and are doing!!! youve stood up to the strong forces of your family system. Dont quit no matter what the nation needs you!! Wishing you even more success in all you do!!!!!
I can’t wait to read your new book! You are amazing and have been such a source of information, inspiration, and comfort in these crazy times. I hope that you feel better soon!!
Mary, your article and honesty of your experience with the craziness we’ve all experienced resonated with me. It was if you were talking about me…sitting on the couch glued to MSNBC, YouTube videos, twitter (X), newspaper articles, not wanting to leave the house. My depression and anxiety through me into this person I couldn’t recognize. I too had to stop the barrage of negative and frightening information. I’m not out of the woods yet but little by little I’m seeing a glimmer of my old self but a better version. I call it Donna 2.0. Thank you again for your honesty regarding mental health. I look forward to reading your book.
You see,Mary? You are so very important and Loved 💕 I feel you need to hear this, because it's so true. Thank You for sharing with us, not only your by writing your books, but for your thoughts and insight. Can't wait to read your new Publication, Congratulations! 💋💯💙🇺🇸
I cannot wait for my book to arrive- I preordered when I first knew it was coming, and I am eagerly awaiting its 9/10 arrival. I’ve read both your other books, and I know this one will not disappoint!💙💙
Who Can Ever Love You is available for pre-order now!
https://bit.ly/WhoCouldEverLoveYou
I just ordered it and can't wait to get it!
I pre-ordered it on Audible several months ago. So looking forward to the ‘listen,’ Mary!
The Aimee Mann blurb is beautiful. It made me cry.
I pre- ordered it from Amazon in July, also her brother's book, 3 Langston Hughes books, along with a Christopher Martin , 3 book series.
So, my Winter readings are set, got all except Mary's book and my new Spectacles; Eyeglasses are ridiculously expensive, even with Medicre Advantage benefits.
DAMNNNNNN😎♏️
Still working on Tara Dublins.."Sound of Settling".......Your up next Mary for sure.
Ordered it Mary, your bravery is astonishing.
Take good care Mary.
Great, great, great!!! :D
Best news all day 😊
I can't wait to read this. Your tag line, "The only way out is through", resonates with the difficulties I am going through in my own life. Even though our traumas are not the same, there is comfort in hearing your words. There is comfort in knowing I'm not alone. Thank you Mary.
Pre-ordered it about a week ago!
Done. Very much looking forward to hearing your voice. Be well.
Done! Thank you for being an eloquent voice of truth and sanity.
Can’t wait to read it! Ordered for my Kindle…
Just bought the Kindle version. Looking forward to reading it to understand your burden and celebrate your work.
You are an amazing person, compassionate and gifted. We do love you, and are grateful for your voice, Mary!
Well said... ditto.
As a fellow experienced in dealing and on the healing journey from CPTSD, of somewhat related family trauma issues. I’m grateful for your Bravery, Courage, Compassion, Empathy, Fearlessness, Honesty, Hope, Grit, Kindness, Reality, Respect, Strength, and Support Mary. I’m looking forward to reading your book. And sharing with others along the way our mutual life’s paths. As all of learn, it is a lifelong dedication once on this blessed healing path.
You’re not alone, Mary. Thank you for writing Too Much and Never Enough. When I read it, I thought I was reading a psychological history of my mother’s father. Your family was in real estate in NY; mine was in oil in Texas. The manner in which our grandfather’s saw fit to raise their children have affected all members of the families for two-three generations now, and continuing onward. Once you’ve been routinely traumatized in every day life by the very people that are supposed to love and care for you, it’s not possible to simply “grow out of it.” Thank you for bringing your analytical knowledge and sensitivities to explain to the world why your uncle behaves as he does. You’ve explained far more families’ history than you may be aware. I’ve preordered Who Can Ever Love You and am looking forward to reading your latest insights.
Kelley, you are absolutely correct that you can't just "grow out of trauma". It takes serious work to get beyond it, as I know from experience. The greatest truth here is that "the only way out is through".
I remember a therapist telling me that ‘long time ago’. I replied then, ‘Oh no!’
I’m laughing now because yes, of course. And it worked. As my younger sister says: ‘You’re Free!’
Lucky me. If you’re in a 12 step program there’s a secret: you can actually graduate just as you do from school to college to a profession to becoming older and expanding on and on into you’re very own grand piano aware kind compassionate Self.
Of course I’ll order the book, Mary.
Thank you for your immense courage and talent.
"You're Free" is exactly what happens. I really like what you said about what your self can become. I'm not that eloquent, but that's exactly what happens.
Re Eloquent. Walking the walk is farrrr more important than ya know talking the….🤗
I couldn't agree more. I just really liked the way you expressed yourself.
🫂🫂🫂
What a wonderful story about you and Aimee Mann, Mary. And your resilience and fortitude in the face of such God-awful family behavior is truly inspiring. I love your writing, your humor and your grace. I’m ordering your book as soon as I post this! Your great admirer, Susan Mitchell-Ketzes in Atlanta
What an amazing blurb for the cover by Aimee Mann as well!
I’m eagerly awaiting my advance order copy. And I’m so very moved by your brief story and by Aimee’s tribute to you. Right! A spark, is it decency, God, something that lives despite the worst possible surroundings. Something your mom and or dad infused into you early on, separating you from the meanness? Sending a hug and gratitude!
I’m really looking forward to reading it. One thing’s for sure Mary—you are brave.
Congrats on the book, I hope it is an incredible success. I’ve gotten to know about you (at least a little) over the last few years, through your many thoughtful appearances on MSNBC. Thank you for all you’ve shared. If I could give you a big hug, I would!
Well, that was so beautiful, it brought tears to my eyes.
God bless you for what youve done and are doing!!! youve stood up to the strong forces of your family system. Dont quit no matter what the nation needs you!! Wishing you even more success in all you do!!!!!
I can’t wait to read your new book! You are amazing and have been such a source of information, inspiration, and comfort in these crazy times. I hope that you feel better soon!!
Your interview at the Commonwealth Club, the first for your book tour for “Who Could Ever love You” was brilliant. Thank you, Mary!
I so agree! It gave me even more compassion for Mary and more appreciation for all that she’s doing.
Mary, your article and honesty of your experience with the craziness we’ve all experienced resonated with me. It was if you were talking about me…sitting on the couch glued to MSNBC, YouTube videos, twitter (X), newspaper articles, not wanting to leave the house. My depression and anxiety through me into this person I couldn’t recognize. I too had to stop the barrage of negative and frightening information. I’m not out of the woods yet but little by little I’m seeing a glimmer of my old self but a better version. I call it Donna 2.0. Thank you again for your honesty regarding mental health. I look forward to reading your book.
Kind regards
Donna Bartlett
Donna, I want to encourage you to keep going on your journey - any work you have to do to get to your destination is well worth it.
Thank you for your encouragement. I’m doing whatever I can to regain my equilibrium from all of this chaos.
Your intelligence, your compassion, your honesty come shining trough Mary. I'm off to order your book. :)
You see,Mary? You are so very important and Loved 💕 I feel you need to hear this, because it's so true. Thank You for sharing with us, not only your by writing your books, but for your thoughts and insight. Can't wait to read your new Publication, Congratulations! 💋💯💙🇺🇸
Beautiful column Mary, so down to earth. I hope the book is extrodinarily successful and that your daughter goes on all the book tour with you.
I cannot wait for my book to arrive- I preordered when I first knew it was coming, and I am eagerly awaiting its 9/10 arrival. I’ve read both your other books, and I know this one will not disappoint!💙💙