A Story of Survival. Healing. Hope.
A Shadow of Myself is the deeply personal memoir of Elizabeth R. Tanner, chronicling her journey from emotional abuse and a devastating psychotic break to finding strength, faith, and healing.
Discover a story that reminds us that no matter how dark life becomes, hope can always be found.
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A Shadow Of Myself
When Life Breaks You, Healing Can Rebuild You.
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A Shadow of Myself is more than a memoir.
It is an honest account of surviving an abusive marriage, navigating mental illness, and rebuilding a life through courage, resilience, and faith.
Elizabeth shares the painful realities of emotional abuse, manipulation, trauma, and recovery with remarkable honesty, offering readers both understanding and hope.
Whether you’ve experienced trauma yourself or want to better understand the journey of healing, this book offers encouragement that recovery is possible.
Testimonials
"A Shadow of Myself is written with remarkable courage and compassion. Elizabeth's journey offers encouragement, understanding, and hope for anyone facing trauma or rebuilding their life."
Mario K Book Reader"This book is more than a memoir—it's a testament to resilience. Elizabeth's willingness to share her experiences will undoubtedly help countless readers feel seen, understood, and inspired to begin their own healing journey."
Den R Book ReaderAbout the Author
Meet Elizabeth R. Tanner
Elizabeth R. Tanner is an author whose life has been shaped by resilience, creativity, and perseverance.
In A Shadow of Myself, she courageously shares her deeply personal experiences to help others recognize abuse, understand mental health challenges, and believe in the possibility of healing.
Her mission is simple:
“To remind every reader that they are never beyond hope.”
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Every survivor has a story. Many people hesitate to share their experiences because of fear, shame, or the belief that no one will understand. Yet stories have the power to connect, inspire, and heal. When someone bravely speaks about overcoming abuse, mental health struggles, or adversity, they give others permission to seek help and believe […]
Healing isn’t a destination—it’s a journey. After experiencing trauma, many people expect recovery to happen quickly. In reality, healing often comes in small, meaningful steps. Some days bring progress, while others may feel like setbacks. Recovery involves learning to trust yourself again, rebuilding confidence, and allowing space for hope. It may include therapy, supportive relationships, […]
Emotional abuse often leaves no visible scars, making it one of the most difficult forms of abuse to identify. It can begin subtly—with criticism, manipulation, isolation, or controlling behavior—and gradually erode a person’s confidence and sense of self. Many survivors don’t realize they’re experiencing abuse until years later because the harmful behavior becomes normalized. The […]
"Elizabeth Tanner's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Her honesty about abuse, mental health, and healing creates a powerful reminder that hope can exist even in life's darkest moments. A truly unforgettable memoir."
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