Theresa Reed

It's Not Drama, It's Vicarious Trauma, is part of the series, It's Not Drama, It's Trauma, focused on enlightening readers on the effects of trauma and the examination of behaviors that may be deemed as dramatic but are manifestations of a trauma past. This edition is a guidebook to recognizing and recovering from the effects of second-hand shock syndrome or vicarious trauma for those who play a role in helping survivors of trauma. It reflects on the vulnerability, stress and abuse resulting from serving as helper/champion/caregiver. Symptoms of vicarious trauma may result in the loss of the passion that propelled us to begin interceding for others. We can become so involved and overwhelmed with helping others that we forget to take care of ourselves. Based on personal experience in working within child welfare, I am aware of the high occurrence of vicarious and secondary traumatic stress. So, this book is an ode to foster/resource parents and the champions committed to the healing of foster youth and others impacted by trauma.

A fun and sassy no-nonsense invitation to the practice of astrology with easy-to-understand tools for self-development and conscious livingAstrology books are typically either overly simplistic sun-sign books or overly complicated chart calculations filled with astro jargon. Astrology for Real Life goes beyond simple sun-sign interpretation and at the same time cuts through the complications of horoscope analysis to make understanding your chart in depth, simple and easy. The goal is to make astrology accessible to total newbies and provide a working reference guide for intermediates. The book is presented in workbook format exploring each part of chart interpretation--signs, planets, houses, aspects--with exercises following each chapter and fill-in-the-blank lessons that take the reader through all the just-learned steps. The tone is warm, fun, and personal, and the exercises give the reader experiential hands-on practice. The end result: once you learn the basics in Astrology for Real Life, you can easily navigate the cosmos by making them work for you. It's kind of like a roadmap where we begin by understanding the terrain and the tools available. From there, the planets will guide you in making brave, excellent choices in love, work, and life. It's profound, fun, and practical. You'll learn how to interpret your chart with confidence and use astrology in a practical, proactive way, with no astro excuses (blaming the stars for your issues).

Each of us has a shadow that darkens our inner and outer lives. In Tarot for Troubled Times, Shaheen Miro and Theresa Reed show us how working with the shadow—facing it directly, leaning into it rather than away—releases power that can free ourselves from negative mental habits and destructive emotions to find healing ourselves and others.

The Lunar Nomad Oracle is a set of keys for unlocking and understanding your intuitive side, your "lunar self." As a nomad on the path of the lunar self, you will awaken your sense of wonder and discover your creative desires to facilitate introspection, awareness, and lasting change. The Lunar Nomad Oracle is inspired by the traditional Lenormand system, but unlike the Lenormand, this deck comprises 43 cards and additional significator cards that are multiracial and multiethnic. The Lunar Nomad Oracle cards are rich with layers, colors, and imagery, all designed to speak to the intuitive self. The book and deck allow users to explore their inner depths, looking for clues and prompts to activate their lunar side--their creativity, intuition, and inner wisdom. The symbolism of the cards helps the user formulate a story or reading. The process will be familiar to followers of tarot, but because The Lunar Nomad Oracle does not have suits or a linear structure, readers have the freedom and fluidity to really explore the deck and add their own insights and interpretations.

When Theresa Reed went to work at a small law office, "organ donation" was not part of the job description. But one day she recognized a client whose husband was ill. As she debated whether to buy flowers, send a card, or pray for the ailing man, God quietly asked, "Would you give him a kidney?" Convincing Dr. Boshkos she was not crazy, but had, indeed, heard from God, was the first of many hurdles Theresa would have to clear prior to surgery. Because God Asked Me is a true story wrought with unprecedented twists and turns and the uncanny-even miraculous-way God addressed each one. This compelling, faith-based story also exemplifies the unique and mighty mystery of God's manifestation in the lives of believers and how He uses them, and the events in their lives, to reach others. Because God Asked Me is a first-hand account of a spiritual experience confirming that there is, indeed, more to life than the here and now. It offers hope, comfort and a glimpse into the spiritual realm, satisfying what seems to have become a surging hunger for such affirmation.

Explore the World of Tarot with This Fun and Information-Packed Resource Want to learn how to read Tarot cards? Not sure where to start? With The Tarot Coloring Book, you can color your way through every card in the deck—and go from "Tarot rookie" to "Tarot rock star" in no time. Created especially for new practitioners and people who’ve been intimidated by Tarot, this guide was created to help you get going immediately with a Tarot practice that will grow and deepen for many years to come. As you relax and enjoy coloring illustrations from the classic Rider Waite deck, you’ll experience Reed’s accessible guidance as she shares: • Card-by-card insights on the symbolism, meaning, and hidden wisdom of all 78 Major and Minor Arcana • Guidance for coloring—what the classic colors mean, and why it’s sometimes even better to choose your own • Easy, jargon-free explanations about the history and practice of Tarot • Beginner-friendly spreads to help you get to answers fast and aid in decision-making • Tarot-to-Go—a handy quick-reference guide for the essential meaning of each card "As you color the images, you’ll find yourself seeing symbols that you may not have noticed before," writes Theresa. "You’ll see stories and patterns begin to emerge. You’ll find your own meanings while learning the traditional ones." Now you can master the entire deck with a unique and enjoyable guidebook for exploring the hidden aspects of this classic divination system.