Judith Ruskay Rabinor, PhD - The Girl in the Red Boots: Making Peace with My Mother

The speaker discusses her book, 'The Girl in the Red Boots,' which explores her personal transformation and relationship with her mother. She recounts a childhood experience where her mother deceived her about a tonsillectomy, leading to a lifelong reflection on trust and authority. The narrative extends to her father's terminal illness, where the family followed a doctor's advice to maintain a charade, resulting in regret over missed goodbyes. The speaker reflects on how medical authority has changed over time, emphasizing the importance of seeking second opinions.

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