Download or read book They Called Me Retard written by Gordon Walsh and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-03-16 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Avoidance in dealing with childhood trauma can ensnare one into a life of despair and be lacking in the sense of purpose. The darken words spoken over you as a child, or the unspeakable actions which defy any boundaries set, can necessarily become part of our DNA and become a huge hindrance to our adult life. This book is about actual traumatic events that have occurred, and in his quest you will acquire skills to overcome your past despite the fractured foundation that was laid in one's youth. These teachings will not only help you to overcome, but provide understanding about the various foundations, which encompasses us as humans. For example, you will learn: - Foundations of Faith - Foundations of Discipline - Foundations of Intimacy Just to name a few. Learn how you too can overcome childhood trauma by a person that overcame physical, mental abuse, and what began initially a journey of being victimized to discovering a relationship with Jesus Christ, which then turned these tragic events to becoming victorious. The label "Retard" was a title that became part of his DNA, but a new identity was birthed and his journey led him from brokenness to becoming a Green Beret to now finishing his Doctoral degree in Organizational Leadership emphasis in Ministry. This triumphant story and teachings will leave you with not only a better understanding of how childhood trauma becomes graphed into one's DNA, but provide the tools to overcome any obstacle.