Stories Are What Save Us Av David (Communications Analyst) Chrisinger

<p><b>A seasoned writer and teacher of memoir explores both the difficulties inherent in writing about personal trauma and the techniques for doing so in a compelling way.</b></p><p>Since 2013, David Chrisinger has taught military veterans, their families, and other trauma survivors how to make sense of and recount their stories of loss and transformation. The lessons he imparts can be used by anyone who has ever experienced trauma, particularly people with a deep need to share that experience in a way that leads to connection and understanding. </p><p>In <i>Stories Are What Save Us</i>, Chrisinger shows¿through writing exercises, memoir excerpts, and lessons he''s learned from his students¿the most efficient ways to uncover and effectively communicate what you''ve learned while fighting your life''s battles, whatever they may be. Chrisinger explores both the difficulties inherent in writing about personal trauma and the techniques for doing so in a compelling way. Weaving together his