Things I Wish I'd Said

To escape a Groundhog Day-style life in Hell, would you risk what you've always wanted most? "e;In this remarkable narrative, Darien Simon uncompromisingly explores the tangled dynamics of trauma, resilience, and human connection. Her candid reflections—part diary, part personal letters—offer a rare, intimate view into the complexities of healing after deep wounds. What moved me most is the blend of fierce honesty with genuine empathy, illuminating how misunderstandings, unspoken expectations, and missed signals can derail even our most vital relationships. Things I Wish I'd Said is an inspiring work of the courage it takes to start again."e; – Antonieta Contreras, Psychotherapist and author of "e;Traumatization and Its Aftermath"e; and "e;How Deep is the Wound?: A Guide to Investigating, Understanding, and Resolving Your Emotional Pain.del is desperate to heal after spending years fear-baffled into isolation by CPTSD, which makes her own mind her worst enemy.  When she meets Sam, an autistic man reliant on algorithms to navigate social interactions, they find many commonalities.  As they interact, they face challenges familiar to neurotypicals seeking to forge a durable relationship: Communicating effectively, Building mutual understanding, andFinding a way to synergize and capitalize on their strengths while minimizing their weaknesses.Will del and Sam's shared ethos and spirituality help them overcome their dueling neurodivergences and make them stronger together or are there "e;unknown unknowns"e; that can defeat them?  How will their relationship impact del's healing journey?Accompany del as she navigates the twisted tunnels of trauma implanted in her mind.  A journey made more complex by Covid and rising authoritarianism, which frighteningly mirrors her childhood abuse experience on national and global scales.  Can she triumph over her trauma?  Can she start a new life?