Edith Eger
Dr. Edith Eva Eger is a renowned psychologist, speaker, and author known for her inspiring work on trauma, healing, and resilience. Born in Košice, then Czechoslovakia, in 1927, Eger, a Holocaust survivor, endured the horrors of Auschwitz at the age of sixteen. This experience profoundly shaped her life and led her to dedicate herself to helping others overcome adversity.
After immigrating to the United States, she pursued education, earning a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Texas at El Paso. She has since become a licensed clinical psychologist, maintaining a private practice and working with military veterans, abuse survivors, and individuals facing various challenges.
Eger’s bestselling memoir, “The Choice: Embrace the Possible,” chronicles her experiences during the Holocaust and her journey toward healing and forgiveness. In her writing and speaking engagements, she emphasizes the importance of choosing freedom from suffering and embracing the power of the human spirit to overcome even the most harrowing circumstances. Her work has garnered international acclaim, and she continues to inspire audiences with her message of hope and resilience.
Works
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A Holocaust survivor’s testament to resilience, illustrating how to choose freedom and healing in the face of profound trauma
For you
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A practical philosophy for achieving personal and financial success through harnessing the power of thought, desire, and persistence
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A guide to breaking free from people-pleasing tendencies, embracing authenticity, and developing confidence in relationships and life
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A deeper understanding of the subtle forces that shape our world
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A guide that empowers readers to enhance their health and longevity through informed choices
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ACT blueprint for accepting inner experiences and committing to a values-driven, fulfilling life beyond the “happiness trap.”
