Book Review: Feelings Buried Alive Never Die by Karol K. Truman
Feelings Buried Alive Never Die is a compassionate and insightful guide into the deep connection between our emotions and our overall well-being. Truman explores the idea that unresolved feelings—those we suppress, ignore, or fail to process—don’t simply disappear. Instead, they remain stored within us, subtly influencing our thoughts, behaviors, and even our physical health until they are acknowledged and released.
The book blends psychology, spirituality, and self-help principles in an accessible way. Truman presents a unique “Script” process—an affirming dialogue designed to help readers identify, face, and transform negative emotions into healing and empowerment. This simple yet powerful method has resonated with many readers who appreciate the clarity and gentleness of her approach.
Truman’s central message—that emotional honesty and forgiveness are essential for inner peace—is universal. Her tone is nurturing, almost like that of a wise counselor or compassionate friend guiding you toward self-awareness and healing.
One of the book’s strengths is how it normalizes all emotions, even the uncomfortable ones, and invites readers to view them not as weaknesses but as teachers. It also provides practical tools for releasing emotional pain, making it more than just a “feel-good” read—it’s an interactive guide to emotional freedom.
Reading this book, I found myself reflecting on how many emotions I’ve stuffed down over the years—times I told myself to stay strong, to move on, or not to feel so much. Truman’s gentle guidance helped me see that those feelings were never gone, just waiting for me to sit with them. Her approach, especially through The Script process, has given me a practical and compassionate way to acknowledge and work through emotions that I’ve avoided for a long time.
What makes this book powerful is its mix of psychology, spirituality, and self-compassion. Truman writes with warmth and understanding, reminding us that every emotion has value and purpose. As I’ve practiced her methods, I’ve started learning to sit with hard memories and feelings instead of running from them—and that simple act has brought a sense of peace I didn’t expect.
This book is both heart-centered and practical, offering hope for anyone carrying old emotional wounds. Whether you’re on a personal growth journey, interested in holistic healing, or simply seeking more peace within yourself, the message serves as a gentle reminder that true healing begins when we feel our feelings—fully and fearlessly.
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I read this book while getting my certification for yoga at Bodhi Yoga. I love how studying for this ceritfication helped me become well rounded in so many areas of life.
