(Live Archive) Mary Trump: The Reckoning

With her first book, Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man, trained clinical psychologist Mary L. Trump shined a spotlight on their family's complex history to explain how her uncle became a historically disruptive national figure. The book was a international bestseller, appearing in the midst of a heated presidential election and providing deep insight into the nation's 45th president.

Now in The Reckoning: Our Nation's Trauma and Finding a Way to Heal, Mary Trump examines America's national trauma, rooted in our history but dramatically exacerbated by the impact of current events and the Trump administration's divisive policies. She says that our failure to acknowledge this, let alone root it out, has allowed it to metastasize. Whether the trauma manifests itself in rising levels of rage and hatred, or hopelessness and apathy, the stress of living in a country people feel they no longer recognize has affected millions. It’s a collective PTSD that a new leader alone cannot fix.

Mary Trump how our current trauma is the logical outcome of the stories we tell ourselves, the myths we embrace, and the lies we perpetuate. Trauma shapes us in ways we may not be aware of, and will always do so unless we face what has happened to us, what we’ve done to ourselves, what we’ve done to each other. She says an enormous amount of healing must be done to rebuild our faith in leadership, and our hope for this nation, and it starts with the reckoning.

Mary L. Trump holds a Ph.D. from the Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies at Adelphi University, and has taught graduate courses in trauma, psychopathology and developmental psychology.

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Mary Trump photo by Avary L. Trump.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

SPEAKERS

Mary L. Trump
Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist; Author, The Reckoning: Our Nation's Trauma and Finding a Way to Heal and Too Much and Never Enough: How My Family Created the World's Most Dangerous Man

In Conversation with Molly Jong-Fast
Editor at Large, The Daily Beast; Host, "The New Abnormal" Podcast; Twitter @MollyJongFast

Introduction by Michelle Meow
Producer and Host, "The Michelle Meow Show" on KBCW/KPIX TV and Podcast; Member, Commonwealth Club Board of Governors; Twitter @msmichellemeow

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[anthrogurl]

Mary Trump is such a treasure. Not only does she help explain her crazy uncle, but she also helps explain our responses to his crazy. I loved both her books.

[AD-wmju]

Good that she talks about the mental health of the country. Good that she offered supportive suggestions for getting better.

[tomnohmy]

I'm stoked, get to watch Mary Trump discuss her book for a couple hours. She's so damn awesome. Hope she knows lots of people care about her when she's feeling down about life.

[galepatrick]

Mary Trump has done and continues to do a huge favor to this country - nobody has her insight and intelligence
to do it better-

[joyceroberts]

My admiration for Mary is tremendous. I'm glad she has chosen to stay on the "outside", giving us the luxury of reading her books, listening to her in interviews, and she is a wealth of courage, truth and insight, in order for us to be aware of, like her uncle, his behaviours, and the damage he has done, not only to America, but the influence he has had around the world.

[emanuelmota]

Mary Trump is a rare gem. Agreed that she should stay out of politics - she's more valuable on the outside.

[rennysherrow]

Watched for a second time. Love the energy between these two women. Love the candor and truth telling. Respect your courage and tenacity Mary. Along with your intelligence. Thanks to both of you.

[beverlyvanderberg]

Mary Trump is so admirable and bless her for sharing her educated opinions!

[carlettarailey-worthy]

Interview with Mary was excellent. She has keen insights that I find comforting.

[mildredgrossman]

Bravo Mary for your courage and tenacity!

[princequestly]

Always love hearing from mary, she’s everything her uncle isn’t. Intelligent, compassionate and human with a great sense of humor . Wonderful interview and I loved the book.

[montyvent]

Mary is the most honest knowledgeable fair and direct person on the Donald Trump analysis

[wiselolly]

"Dr. Mary L.Trump"! How refreshing to hear her name! Dr Trump is a breath of fresh air! How I would love to get an autographed copy of her new book!

[christopherbland]

The Only Trump I Can Watch without wanting to Vomit, you have My Respect Mary, One of Only a Few that are Brave Enough to Stand up to the Trump Syndicate

[frankG]

I already have both her books. She's a great writer and keeps you engaged the whole time. Thank God for her - she is the one shining ray of light from that entire family.

[kayebrandt]

As a former middle school teacher we used to teach critical thinking and source evaluation, etc. Then No Child Left Behind shifted the priorities and funding to testing and not because they cared about all kids! That was so tragic.

[jmdenison]

I really like listening to Dr Mary Trump and usually she only does snippets on the news shows so I really like this more in-depth interview because it lasts a long time. I've read her books and I really like what she has to say

[cja]

Love, MLT. Years ago as a New York Commercial Mortgage Broker, I had been warned to stay away from "Donald Trump" and all facets of Trump and Trump associates. "Now I see why" . Thank God for listening to that advice.

[gregorystarks]

Mary Trump is a smart person and that allows her to solve efficiently her problems or difficulties and go on with her life ! She is also a decent and moral young lady who can make excellent analysis ! BRAVO to her !

[deannedflrocks]

I bought Mary's book Reckoning and strongly recommend it. We are behind you Mary all the way!!