Raising Myself: A Memoir Of Neglect, Shame, And... (1080p)

A central focus is how early neglect and abuse created deep-seated shame, making her feel "unlovable and rotten inside".

The memoir details Engel’s experience growing up with a neglectful and narcissistic mother, effectively being on her own from the age of four. Key themes include: Raising Myself: A Memoir of Neglect, Shame, and...

The book follows her through a "minefield" of childhood characters—including religious fanatics and child molesters—and her struggle to avoid falling into cycles of crime or self-destruction. A central focus is how early neglect and