{"product_id":"behind-the-facemask-a-childs-abuse-a-mans-redemption-9798993463209","title":"Behind the Facemask: A Child's Abuse, a Man's Redemption","description":"\u003cp\u003eBehind the Facemask - A Gritty Memoir of Trauma, Addiction, Anger, Fatherhood, and Redemption\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e By Anthony James Hodel \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRaw, unfiltered, and ultimately hopeful, Behind the Facemask is a survivor's memoir and a practical field guide for anyone rebuilding after childhood trauma, addiction, rage, and high-conflict relationships. Anthony James Hodel takes you inside the \"circus life\" years-fast money, faster mistakes-and into the quiet, ordinary work of repair: learning to regulate anger, co-parent without drama, show up for kids, and live with integrity on the days without applause.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart confession, part playbook, the book weaves street-level stories with short notes from psychologist Dr. Dwyer on trauma, attachment, anger, and repair. Hodel speaks directly to men's mental health and fatherhood: how shame hides, how anger becomes a drug, how dopamine drives the next bad decision-and how exercise, service, accountability, and steady routines create sustainable highs that heal instead of harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat readers get inside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Survivor's truth: candid scenes of abuse, addiction, courtrooms, and consequences-told with compassion, not excuses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Fatherhood, real life: love across distance, co-parenting in conflict, and the long work of earning trust back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Tools that work: boundaries that hold, repair scripts, emotional regulation, \"parallel-parenting\" moves that lower heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - A psychologist's lens (Dr. Dwyer): why the brain chases relief, what attachment injuries do to adults, and how to repair safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - The dopamine chapter: shifting from destructive \"hits\" (sex, steroids, anger) to sustainable chemistry (training, breath work, service, routine).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - The turning point: \"When I Chose Calm\"-choosing outcome over ego and proving change under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for readers who...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - are healing from childhood trauma or navigating addiction recovery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - want anger management that's practical, not preachy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - are co-parenting or rebuilding trust with kids and partners\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - prefer a gritty voice that still delivers concrete, repeatable steps\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits you can use today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Plain-language strategies to de-escalate, apologize well, and set clean boundaries\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - A \"dopamine menu\" to replace destructive habits with training, service, and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - Small, repeatable routines that turn intent into trust-one Tuesday at a time\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning \u0026amp; comps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Memoir - Men's Mental Health - Substance Abuse \u0026amp; Recovery - Parenting \u0026amp; Co-Parenting - Anger Management - Trauma \u0026amp; Attachment. Readers of The Body Keeps the Score, Can't Hurt Me, Greenlights, and Atomic Habits will recognize the blend of story, science-lite, and actionable steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContent note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Includes references to abuse, addiction, anger, and legal conflict. Offers personal experience and practical ideas; not a substitute for professional care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answers\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Q: Is this a self-help book or memoir?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A: Both-a true story with practical tools you can use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Q: Does it include anger management strategies?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A: Yes-de-escalation, repair scripts, boundaries, and routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Q: Is there a psychologist's perspective?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A: Brief notes from Dr. Dwyer explain trauma, attachment, and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Q: What makes it different?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A: Gritty honesty + clear steps (including a dopamine chapter) you can apply today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake the mask off. Keep it off. Start again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e 44 Media\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/27\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798993463209\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 302\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.26lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d","brand":"Anthony James Hodel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52259655155893,"sku":"9798993463209","price":25.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_3a671245-e592-480f-9e11-bdc84330679b.jpg?v=1771342673","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/behind-the-facemask-a-childs-abuse-a-mans-redemption-9798993463209","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}