Coping mechanisms to endure the trauma from "summary" of A House in the Sky by Amanda Lindhout,Sara Corbett
Amanda Lindhout and Sara Corbett vividly illustrate the various coping mechanisms that individuals use to survive traumatic experiences in 'A House in the Sky'. Throughout the book, Lindhout recounts how she turned to visualization as a way to escape the horrors of her captivity in Somalia. She would picture herself in a serene setting, far away from the violence and uncertainty that surrounded her on a daily basis. This mental escape allowed her to momentarily find peace amidst the chaos. In addition to visualization, Lindhout also relied on the power of hope to keep her spirits up during the darkest moments of her ordeal. She clung to the belief that she would eventually be freed and reunited with her loved ones, drawing strength from the idea that her suffering would one day come to an end. This sense of optimism served as a beacon of light in the midst of despair, ...
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