Becoming Visible
Overcoming Trauma-Based Fears, Phobias and Self-Doubt
"Gayle writes with insightful love, caring and relatable observations. Drawing from her own experience as a burn survivor, Gayle addresses the impact of profound trauma—the loss of confidence and the effects of debilitating phobias. She explains her trauma with remarkable clarity, helping readers see the multi-faceted journey she took to achieve a visible, purpose driven life. “ Patti V.
About the book
For decades, Gayle Petrillo hid. Throughout grade school, high school and well into adulthood, Gayle hid behind physical scars, fears and phobias, shame and guilt.
Her life had unexpectedly changed in a single moment as a toddler. Severe burns from hot liquid turned the sweet, playful and giggly three-year-old Gayle into a quivering, insecure girl who wanted nothing more than to live in the shadows of anonymity.
Through determination, grit and encouragement from loved ones and mentors, Gayle eventually emerged, turning obstacles into opportunities, and learning that when we confront our fears, we not only live, but thrive.
Now comfortable in her own skin, Gayle is passionate about revealing her story in order to help others overcome their personal adversities and heal as she has. It is her hope that this book will resonate with readers who have been burned physically or emotionally, feel alone or different, or who need that extra encouragement to overcome whatever challenges stand before them.
Chapter 1 - Family
Chapter 2 - The Accident
Chapter 3 - Learning to Cope
Chapter 4 - Coming of Age
Chapter 5 - Adulting
Chapter 6 - Professional Journeys
Chapter 7 - Welcome to Arizona
Chapter 8 - Conquering Fears and Phobias
Chapter 9 - Getting More Comfy in My Skin
Chapter 10 - Paying It Forward
Chapter 11 - Life Cycle
Chapter 12 - Living for Experiences
Trailer for Becoming Invisible Book
Now comfortable in her own skin, Gayle is passionate about revealing her story in order to help others overcome their personal adversities and heal as she has. It is her hope that this book will resonate with readers who have been burned physically or emotionally, feel alone or different, or who need that extra encouragement to overcome whatever challenges stand before them.
Testimonials
"Gayle has overcome phobias, imposter syndrome, personal disappointments, and professional challenges. Her engaging personality and fearless path forward was always there waiting to be discovered again. You go Gayle!" Nicole S.
"Gayle was a bubbly, curious, happy toddler before a burn accident changed her life and her personality. She got creative in protecting her secret, which mostly meant social withdrawal and silence to maintain a low profile. Much later in life, an impromptu moment of vulnerability from center stage opened the door for healing through sharing her story. Gayle discovered that by talking about her burn experience, she inspired others to do the same. Gayle has overcome phobias, imposter syndrome, personal disappointments and professional challenges. Her engaging personality and fearless path forward was always there waiting to be discovered again.” babalon2754
Gayle Fein Petrillo, Author