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BLU Team (@bluteamplural)
May 3, 2025
we started reading "when rabbit howls" in the past few days, and it's been truly transformative to read multiple literature that's (a) written by the people involved (b) a legitimate, published novel (c) captures so effectively the impact that the world around a plural has on them- and vice versa. from one young system to what should be considered a system elder; thank you, troops. the weight of your work will be remembered.
Regina Clarke
March 10, 2025
Your book changed my life, altered my perceptions--thank you, Truddi--your life is a testament to our sacred purpose here.
Andrianna
November 16, 2023
Brave soul
Ghostbur Of The Broken Star System
November 15, 2023
ay fellow plural! i hope y'all are having a good time, wherever your soul(s) are now. y'all are legends
Kelli Miller
July 4, 2022
May Gods Peace Be With You
Ocean
April 7, 2022
You will always continue to inspire those who suffered a tumultuous childhood. We are all survivors!
ACR
March 10, 2022
xoxoxoxo
Lara D
March 10, 2022
The path so many survivors were on was so bleak until When Rabbit Howls came out or we saw you on Oprah or heard about you in the media. Countless lives were changed and healed because your courage allowed us the understanding to stop hating and blaming ourselves and start reaching out and getting the help we needed. Your generosity in sharing your incredibly brutal history with us has changed too many lives to count. In our hearts forever - we love you Truddi and the Troops!
April C
February 6, 2022
At the age of 41, I found your book and couldn't put it down. Your story lives on. I'm about to deliver a presentation to a class of 20 social services students on DID because of you. Rest easy, Truddi and Troops <3
Angela
December 29, 2021
RIP
Lisa
August 17, 2021
Trudi, I vividly remember the day I heard your story on Oprah.
my sight went blurry, I ran into my closet and I curled up in a fetal position under a pile of clothes.
It wasn't until then I realized I was hiding years of trauma. Shortly after I found the courage to get help. healing was a painfully bumpy road...30yrs later I'm still growing up, but I'm not sure where I'd be in life if not for your strength and vulnerability. I am saddened that you are gone.
for decades I wished to express my gratitude and tell you how much you are loved.
you're my hero, Truddi.
you and your troops are free. free to fly, love, discover, grow, laugh, and create together.
CJ Creighton
May 14, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kathleen
May 8, 2021
I finished your book and I can't stop thinking about you and your Troops, Truddi. My heart aches with sadness and remorse at the thought that I can't talk to you all, to let you know how profoundly your story has impacted my life. I count you among one of my heroines. I will forever cherish and treasure the gift you gave to us through your book. Your legacy of holding up survivors will live on, Truddi. Thank you for protecting her, Troops. I hope you're all finding the rest you so greatly deserve.
darshana mathur
May 4, 2021
Rest in Peace. I really admire your courage and wisdom. the way you were able processed the situation and have a sort of peace with it. Your decision to voice your story has inpired many. you will always live on.
ACReppert
January 20, 2021
Read your story so many years ago..
DeMario FJ
January 10, 2021
Thank you for being a hero to so many that struggles with similar stories. you and your story will be treasured for ever..2021
Amanda Schaefer
June 14, 2020
You were such a beautiful soul, and an amazing inspiration! You were so strong, stronger than I think you ever knew. The world was a much better place with you and your troops here. You were a strong voice for those of us who didn't have a voice, or someone who cared enough to protect us. All my love to you, Truddi and Troops. Thank you.
Terri SCHNARE
June 12, 2020
At a brave woman..reading her story now..yur now safe in gods arms to be hurt more 2020
May 27, 2020
Knowing you survived, makes me feel like I can too. Paula TX
David
April 20, 2020
May all your souls rest in peace.
Tiffany Tenner-Mendoza
April 19, 2020
There's so much I want to say. Oh Truddi, I just hope you're resting in peace
Karissa Durbin
April 18, 2020
Rest In Peace ❤
March 27, 2020
May u rest in peace.
March 10, 2020
I read your book in the late 1980s an have never forgotten you. I honor your courage and grace of being. You are with God now. Love to you.
Martha
February 13, 2020
Truddi so sad to have read about your passing. I read your book and it hurt me to my very soul how much you suffered. I'm amazed and inspired by your strength and how you used your pain to help others. My you and the Troops rest in peace. My condolences to your children, family, and loved ones.
Lynx Spina
January 5, 2020
I wish I met you. I admire you very much, I always will admire you all. You are all truly amazing. Please rest well.
marlene steinberg
December 4, 2019
God bless you and how your words help others as well...my favorite Troop member is The Suicidal Warrior as her attitude i relate to
Mark Russell
May 13, 2019
I was touched and gladdened by the book 'When Rabbit Howls' which ironically I didn't know what the book really was. I just saw Rabbit in the title and it caught my eye. It has been an inspiration with dealing with hatred from people that think we are sick and need to be institutionalized. You shall be missed by those you never met and those that shall never get to know you but through the words of your book... may your words inspire many to seek help and maybe be comfortable with themselves as they are.
May you rest in peace with the universe.
Anita Geraerds
March 12, 2019
Dapper strijdvaardig liefdevol waardevol mens
We hebben zoveel van jullie geleerd over ons zelf
We zijn trots op wie jullie waren en trots op wie wij zijn
Zonder het boek en de beelden op tv hadden we veel nooit begrepen
Trudy, je bent vereeuwigd in ons hart
Sorry, its in Dutch
Benjamin
December 31, 2018
I never knew it was possible to miss someone that I've never met as much as I've missed Truddi. Her courage helped me face my own story. I surely do hope that we get to meet one day.
L Dale
December 28, 2018
I check in periodically to add my words of gratitude for Trudi and the Troops for waking me up from the slumber of my own abuse and making me not ashamed to speak out on behalf of survivors. We love you Trudi forever!!!!
Sessa&
December 27, 2018
Thank you for being the first mirror in which we recognized ourselves.
E B
May 8, 2018
To a group of amazing people stronger than anyone I will ever meet - Rest in peace. Your words will ring on and will never be forgotten.
April 8, 2018
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Katharine Lancaster
March 30, 2018
Even though I never met you, I have known your story for longer than I can remember. When I was at my lowest point with my mother, you were my inspiration and hope. Through the experience you shared, I was able to help others. You are one of my greatest heroes. You will never be forgotten. And I truly hope that, one day, I will meet you again.
Stephanie
January 3, 2018
Truddi and the Troops,
You have helped me through a lot that I didn't know I was still struggling with. When I read your book I felt like I could relate so much. I felt better about myself knowing that there are others out there that have been through similar situations and that there is indeed a book out there that can help all of us through rough times and feelings. You are a brave many souls and I am grateful for having the chance to know your story. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Renee Olson
November 28, 2017
Add your message here. Rest in peace, sweetie.. may God heal all your wounds.
Stephanie
November 15, 2017
Thank you for your courage and your light. You are a beacon to those flailing in the dark and an inspiration. Namaste.
May 24, 2017
Truddi and the Troops have helped us embrace and explore our multiplicity. The Troops will forever be missed, but their impact on the world will last on forever. Eternal love and blessings to Truddi and the Troops.
Theta
April 16, 2017
Another that wants to say thank you for everything. Read your book many years ago not understanding why I could *feel* the words and understand them so easily. A month ago I learned that I am a We, and that is why your book spoke to me like it did. Rest in peace Truddi and the Troops, thank you forever.
January 21, 2017
You were amazing, in everything you did. The world may forget you name, but it will not forget the changes you made.
Thom
January 19, 2017
Thank you for everything
December 18, 2016
Truddi changed my life and my understanding of the consequences of severe child abuse and that you can transcend anything. In kinship with all who post here and eternal love to Truddi and the Troops...
December 17, 2016
Truddi, May you Rest in Peace. I want to thank you for writing your book. Back in 1996 my therapist lent me your book when I asked for information on my condition. Shortly after I got my own copy that I'v read numerous times, and has served as a valuable resource.
Peace and Prayers,
Pip
October 22, 2016
I have great appreciation for her courage and inspiration.
anon
August 5, 2016
God bless you Trudi and the troops coxoxo
May 2, 2016
I reach out to Truddi from beyond the grave for advice and comfort. I KNOW she is with me in my struggles with DID. I thank God for her existence and hope I can help others understand how so great they are... just the way they are. THANKS TRUDDI!
April 18, 2016
I carried your book with me for so long and never knew why. 15 years later, we know. Thank you for being a light in the dark.
Marlo Kraus
January 24, 2016
I was somehow drawn to read her story when I was a teenager, and was forever moved by her courage.
Mikki
December 17, 2015
Thank you all - you explained so well what my life had always been, but I had thought that was "normal". Now I have much greater understanding because of reading your book
beverly howell
October 28, 2015
Truddi Chase, you inspire from the bed of earth you lay rested from what I consider tirelessness of a tireing condition, you are such an icon to my life and direction, you live on helping those like myself accept " living" with others in ones' self. We send our condolences even tho you have past on before my time. I thank you for your efforts to take selves to the Oprah show; I am Physically black and all other colors, even tho my children and others think i'm white inside trying to be black. You have blessed my life in moving forward breaking out of the medical sites to help others coming up behind me or us that needs a helping hand on how to accept you and yourselves as self. I can't say thank you enough.
September 23, 2015
S Stevens - how great that Truddi continues to affect your life and your sense of compassion towards others. I too have so much to be thankful for about her courage in telling her story!
S. Stevens
September 22, 2015
I read her story when I was a teenager and I must have read her book about two dozen times by now. Now, in my 40s I decided to go back to college and one of my classmates is a multiple. Thanks to Trudi's book, I knew about her fight, her problems and her victories and it helped me to just take her the way she is. Not odd, or moody or weird - just a young woman who is smart as a whip, freightend like a little girl and strong as hell. She is in therapy and is making progress. I don't know what she will decide on in the end, integration or not - but Thank you Trudi for making us non multiples understand - to some degree anyway!
A Girl
July 29, 2015
I've been reading her book these past couple weeks. She is the definition of a survivor. May God bless Truddi and grant her eternal rest.
July 21, 2015
thank you. all of you.
Mike
June 25, 2015
Truddi was one of those rare gems in this world that touched everyones life that she came in contact with. When Rabbit Howls" opened the door for me to begin accepting my own MPD, to give up hiding and be part of this world. I will never forget her or the life she built for herself.
S Jackson
January 8, 2015
I first saw you on Oprah. Your story tore the scab off my own childhood abuse. I cried along with the thousands of viewers that afternoon. I bare the scars today & still the flesh is tender. You were & remain a remarkable woman. God rest your soul.
Kellyann A.Adams
September 30, 2014
Truddi has helped me and my gang sooooo much over the years,from the beginning when we had NO CLUE what was going on or how to deal all the way to now where we are(most days ;-) ) better and Truddi was an ENORMOUS Influence in that. I think of Truddi often and pray for her and the Troops every day.Although we ALL KNOW Truddi and the Troops shot right into heaven like a rainbow burst ;-) My gang and I will be forever grateful for the Extraordinary Gift that Truddi and the Troops gave to the world. XOXO
September 29, 2014
Went in search for the segual of Truddi Chase & the Troops this is where I landed. My heart!is saddened,also full of joy to know you all are resting in eternal love.
Colleen
September 24, 2014
totally amazing woman who lived through a living hell. No one can ever imagine what you went through and your struggle to survive it is a great strength to others going throught the same thing.
You have helped me enormously gain strength. God bless you and hold you in the palm of his hand forever and keep you safe
Lara Dale
August 10, 2014
It strikes me in an odd but touching way that maybe we all are her personalities now, still living, breathing and spreading the word! She touched so many, so deeply, from so many backgrounds - she definitely is still very much alive to me!
becca
August 9, 2014
Sad to hear that she passed away in 2010. I will remember her as if I knew her, just from reading her book. Her courage and power of the human spirit will live on in every one that has or will read her autobiography. RIP, Truddi and the Troops. Never forgotten.
Lara Dale
August 4, 2014
It is clear from all these remembrances that your courage and inner beauty has touched lives all around the world to the core. You still live on forever in our hearts.
Carol Anne Barker
August 3, 2014
Knowing that you all have found Peace makes losing you easier.
Respectfully,
Carol Anne
Kourtni Richardson
May 21, 2014
Truddi, You and The Troops have touched and helped not only Me but a countless number of lives and will continue to do so through the end of time. Thank You, bless your family, your teachings and REST IN PEACE my Dear!!!LOVE YOU!!!
March 29, 2014
I love and respect this lady so much. I was saddened to hear of her passing. RIP beautiful lady!!! <3
K B
March 27, 2014
Thank you, Truddi
for helping us to find our voices
Love to you and the troops
Regina Clarke
March 25, 2014
Truddi Chase had immense impact on me, and her book is a testament to the power of the human spirit. Her courage is still here with us. Thank you, Truddi and the Troops, for your brilliant life and lives.
Lara
March 20, 2014
What always strikes me about the kind posts by everyone here is that many of us still speak about her as if she is still here. She and the Troops were so powerful and inspiring that I feel she did not, cannot die really. She has just moved to a world where she can live in peace and watch the work she did continue to grow and influence and inspire. I love you Truddi and I love the Troops.
March 19, 2014
GOD BLESS YOU , TRUDDI..ALL OF YOU GUYS..MAY YOU ALL BE AT PEACE..
January 31, 2014
I am a fan of the Oprah show "Where Are They Now" and was going to suggest that they do a show on Truddi, but unfortunately I have discovered her passing almost 4 years ago. I remember her from the original interview, when I was only a teenager. I have remembered her story all of these years and was so interested in where her life took her. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. Like many have already said, she and the troops are at peace now.
Martha
November 12, 2013
To the family and friends of Truddi...Know that she is now finally at peace. All of the pain and torment are gone.
Truddi was am amazing, brave, and inspirational person who used her heartbreaking pain to help and educate others. My heartfelt wishes are that she is now in a beautiful, tranquil place filled with love and happiness and free of any pain or sorrow.
K B
November 3, 2013
A "support system" is the key. without it we cannot survive.
Truddi is amazing!!
Theresa Cotton
November 2, 2013
To Truddi Chase, The Troops, her children, her support network and to the many of us who were encouraged by Your bravery. I bought and read one copy of "When Rabbit Howls," until it fell apart. Thankfully, you helped me find "Us" in those pages. The second copy purchased will reside as reference on the bookshelf. May God bless your legacy, your family and all those you taught through first hand example.
Honour
September 26, 2013
Truddi, Sending you Love, Light and Thanks for being such a brave soul, sharing your life and making a difference! May we all find the courage to look within and speak the truth that needs to be spoken.
Melissa
September 13, 2013
I read the book how strong are you and the troops to survive. May you finally have peace and eternal rest. MMay God bless Truddi and bring peace to her family.
Sam Jacobs
September 4, 2013
To all who knew truddi chase find comfort that now she has found peace. For her strength opened the minds of us all and she brought to us a chance to heal we are the group,and Sam jacobs rip dear friend ...
MK MKM
July 9, 2013
A friend of mine who was a Multiple, had D.I.D., after he integrated gave me the book when Rabbit Howls. I wasn't able to read it because I just learned I have D.I.D. and have been terrified of this disease. Yes, I have D.I.D. because of parental abuse and paternal incest and Priest abuse and when I could I opened Truddis book, just to peek at what I have. It scared me intensely, still does. I am glad though that she had a support team. I do not. I wish I did. I am in therapy and having a horrible time of it. I am glad Truddi had support. I wish there was support for all who have D.I.D./ Multiplicity. I actually found this OBIT looking for an on-line chat for those who have D.I.D. My condolenses to Truddies family and my concern and support for those who will be and are affected by her passing. I extend my support and friendship for all who have D.I.D. Gods Blessings on all of you. MK-MKM
Lara
April 18, 2013
Kenzie - On behalf of incest victims like myself who got so much from reading that book and not feeling so alone - that book would never have been possible had it not been for the compassion, understanding and bravery of Dr. Phillips and Stanley.
The fact that you are now inspired to continue on their groundbreaking path makes me very very happy, because I know another Truddi will have a chance to find a way out of the darkness because of a big-hearted therapist like you.
Blessings and thanks from myself (and I'm sure Truddi and the Troops)
Lara
Patricia Tiffany
April 17, 2013
I am sad to hear of this woman's passing. I read the book many times after it came out, and I still think of it to this day. People don't realize how much their actions affects the victims, and for how long. The fact that Truddi had so many personalities, is the exact reason she survived. I hope she was able to have some happiness in her life. God bless her beautiful soul, and the ones residing inside her mind.
Kenzie Franz
April 16, 2013
To the Troops and the cores,
I recently read your book for a class in Psychological Trauma and it has greatly influenced me. I am now seriously considering a path much like Dr. Phillips' or Stanley's because of how deeply your accounts touched and interest me. I want to be able to help other individuals with dissociative identity disorder and to prevent further abuse from happening in the future.
Thank you for changing my life and for changing how I look at the mind. I have unbelievable admiration for you and for your Troops.
Kenzie Franz
April 16, 2013
To the Troops and the cores,
I recently read your book for a class in Psychological Trauma and it has greatly influenced me. I am now seriously considering a path much like Dr. Phillips' or Stanley's because of how deeply your accounts touched and interest me. I want to be able to help other individuals with dissociative identity disorder and to prevent further abuse from happening in the future.
Thank you for changing my life and for changing how I look at the mind. I have unbelievable admiration for you and for your Troops.
MF
April 12, 2013
may GOD take all of you under his wing and give you the love and the affection you deserve.
April 12, 2013
My GOD take all of you under his wing and give you all the love you deserve.
diane chapmon
April 12, 2013
To Truddi an the troops, may God take all of you into his loving arms and give you the love and security you so richly deserve.
Lilli
April 11, 2013
I pray you and the Troops have eternal rest. May God Bless you.
April 4, 2013
I am a nurse, I work in child welfare, I have read your story written by the troops. My heart breaks for what was done to you. Your abiltiy to survive gives me hope for the children who are scarred by the victimization of abuse. Your story offers a reason to not give up and to believe that possibly people like me can make a difference , For that gift I am eturnally grateful. May you and the troops rest in peace.
Merrimen
April 1, 2013
Thank you for sharing your story with us. Thank you for being brave. Wherever it is that you go on, I hope there is love and joy.
March 24, 2013
I admire your strength. Goddess bless you.
AliasForAFew
March 11, 2013
Thank you(all) for everything even if we never knew you personally. Rest well, it's been earned.
C K
December 14, 2012
You broke the silence in your own creative way. You were all very brave and we believe that you are all there in heaven and surrounded in perfect peace where there will be no suffering or pain ever again.
Heather Rose Brown
December 12, 2012
You let us know dark =\= bad all the time. That gave us a way to see ourselves differently, and find a certain amount of stability. I'm sorry to see ya's go. Thanks for letting us get to know ya's a lil.
DJ Powell
November 25, 2012
I watched the Oprah repeat of Turddi's story today and grateful for her strength to come forward with her story. RIP brave girl.
November 25, 2012
Rest in peace, Truddi. Your life was not in vain, and you were a survivor and a shining light to those in need.
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November 5, 2012
Truddi, To find you today and to find you gone,WOW. Thank you for your gift.
K. Borrelli
November 4, 2012
Lara
Your message is moving, and some of us needed to hear it today. Thank you!
Lara Dale
November 2, 2012
Truddi Chase and her brave battle to own the brutal consequences of her abuse was the reason I began to understand and heal from my own incest scars. Her willingness to keep going even when the demons seemed hell bent on destroying her soul, and the brilliant coping mechanisms her brain utilized to survive made me understand that I was brave, not cowardly, strong, not weak, and good, not evil. Your incredible story lives on with me to this day, and your life will live on through all of us who became whole in our brokenness by your courage and the gift you spent the rest of your life giving to others - understanding and forgiveness of ourselves.
Blessings and love to Truddi and the Troops - may you finally reside in the light you learned to see in the darkness. And blessings Kari and Paul for seeing your mother and her warriors as a gift, not as a burden, and letting us share our love for all of her.
K. Borrelli
October 11, 2012
Thank you, Heather! Your message is moving.
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