Human beings often believe that freedom is achieved by altering external circumstances—changing jobs, relationships, or environments—to align with how we think life “should” be. Yet, according to Peter Crone, this assumption overlooks the far more powerful influences at work within our own minds.

The human brain, an organ of breathtaking complexity, is our central command center. Weighing just under 1.5 kilograms, it houses over 86 billion neurons. To understand trauma, we must first understand the architecture of the brain.

In a world where young people face mounting mental health challenges, resilience is no longer optional—it is foundational.