The Dysfunctional Family: How to Set Boundaries and Heal Yourself is a bold, compassionate guide for anyone who grew up feeling unseen, unheard, or emotionally burdened by toxic family dynamics. Whether you were the "strong one," the peacemaker, or the child forced to grow up too soon, this book will help you make sense of the chaos you inherited and teach you how to break free from it. Drawing from decades of lived experience and psychological expertise, author and trauma recovery specialist Juanita Kelly walks you through the hidden patterns of dysfunction, the emotional toll of generational trauma, and the long-term effects on your self-worth, relationships, and ability to feel safe in your own skin. Inside this powerful and practical book, you'll learn: How to identify the roles, rules, and coping mechanisms that silently shaped your behavior Why setting boundaries can feel like betrayal and how to do it anyway How to stop people-pleasing, avoid emotional triggers, and rebuild your self-esteem What to do when your family resists your growth or tries to pull you back in How to begin healing your inner child and start writing a new story rooted in self-respect This book includes reflective exercises, empowering affirmations, and real-life insights that bridge the gap between academic psychology and emotional healing. It's more than a book, it's a lifeline for anyone ready to stop surviving and start living. The Dysfunctional Family is the foundation of The Becoming Series, a collection of transformative self-help books guiding women through the stages of awakening, boundary-setting, healing, and reinvention after trauma. No matter where you come from, you have the right to heal, grow, and define your own future. This book is your first step.