Self Help Psychology

Several years ago, Patrick J. Kennedy shared the story of his personal and family challenges with mental illness and addiction—and the nation’s—in his bestselling memoir, A Common Struggle. Now, he and his Common Struggle coauthor, award-winning healthcare journalist Stephen Fried, have crafted this powerful new book sharing the untold stories of others—a special group who agreed to talk about their illnesses, treatments, and struggles for the first time.

What if procrastination wasn’t a problem—but a hidden strength? In this eye-opening, laugh-out-loud, and refreshingly honest deep dive, Steven Doornbos invites you on a journey through the surprisingly brilliant, misunderstood world of delay. From the neuroscience of hesitation to the emotional truth behind avoidance, The Procrastinator’s Edge is a bold celebration of the thinkers, dreamers, and slow-starters we’ve been unfairly labeling for too long. With warmth, humor, and depth, this book transforms procrastination from a dirty word into a dazzling art form—and shows you how to...

What if the key to overcoming depression isn't changing how you feel, but changing how you see? Depression creates a vicious cycle that feels impossible to escape. One problem leads to another, motivation disappears, and everything seems to go wrong at once. Traditional therapy and medication can help, but they often miss the hidden engine driving this cycle: distorted perception. Dr. [Author Name], who uniquely combines seven years of monastic training with psychiatric expertise, reveals why depression is so stubborn—and how to break free using a revolutionary approach that addresses the...

Overcoming doubt is critical for success in any area of life and as we gain confidence and develop our faith, our self-esteem also grows. Jesus came to give us abundant life, banishing worry and casting away fear. In Mark 11:24,, we are told to pray as though we have already received what's in line with God's will for our lives. Does that idea overlap in any way with the Law of Attraction? Is the Law of Attraction something new or is it just describing how some of God's laws work in His creation? Can the way we think about ourselves and our situations really affect the type of results that ...

‘You Decide: The Universe Provides!' is a collection of reflections by a life coach. It touches upon a range of issues and concerns—some common, some not so much. Whether it is manifesting, moods and money, self-esteem or an existential crisis—you will read of the challenges others have faced and how best to navigate those confusions. These perspectives can help you reflect and go inwards. These reflections can be the start of a conversation to challenge self-limiting beliefs, cycles and patterns you may have held onto for comfort, or those that need to be healed. Sandeep Adnani is a ...

We all know we tell stories about ourselves. But as psychiatrist and neuroscientist Gregory Berns argues in The Self Delusion, we don’t just tell stories; we are the stories. Our self-identities are fleeting phenomena, continually reborn as our conscious minds receive, filter, or act on incoming information from the world and our memories.

Happiness is a state of mind that everyone seeks to attain and maintain each and every day of their life. All of our daily behavior serves the purpose of acquiring that happiness. We have certain basic genetic psychological needs and in order to achieve happiness, we are hard-wired to seek to have these needs met. If not achieved, a person will develop any number of creative behaviors in an attempt to get these needs met or to compensate for their absence. It could be stated that the struggle for happiness is the driving force behind what may be considered to be normal, as well as abnormal,...

We hear the terms trauma and PTSD more and more. Yet many people still believe that trauma can only result from experiences that are particularly extreme. But trauma is an emotional response that can stem from a wide variety of upsetting experiences, leaving us feeling anxious, weighed down by negative emotions or memories, or feeling like we lack security.

In the world of elite sports, victory is often attributed to physical and athletic prowess alone. But what if the key to unlocking your full potential lies not in your physical abilities, but in your mindset? In Extreme Balance, three renowned experts on performance, motivation, and competition dive into the unexplored territory of the mind, paradoxically revealing the one mindset that can truly elevate your game: the ability to embrace an unfixed mindset.

As long as she can remember, Maria Konnikova has been fascinated by the tension between luck and skill. But nothing could prepare Konnikova for the string of bad luck that befell her in 2015, when, in quick succession, she was diagnosed with a painful auto-immune disease, her beloved grandmother died in a tragic accident and unexpected layoffs for her mother and husband left the family in financial disarray.

"Attitude is everything." It's what makes the difference between those who succeed and those who fail. And it's easy to see - in other people. It's not as easy to recognize when our own attitude needs adjustment or to know how to change it. In You Are What You Think, David Stoop shows listeners how to use self-talk to make positive changes in their attitudes and beliefs.

First published in 2006, this updated edition describes new findings on the origins of DDD, the brain science supporting the diagnosis, and cutting-edge treatment approaches. DDD is examined from medical and psychiatric perspectives, but as the authors reveal, it also emerges in literary, philosophical, and spiritual investigations. Feeling Unreal thoroughly explores these different aspects in a fascinating and essential resource that is accessible to medical professionals and general listeners alike.

The Door to Perception and a Rediscovery of Life; An inquiry into the fabric and structure of the self and the nature of consciousness... Have we become prisoners of our own past and because of this are tied to the past and if so, how do we free ourselves from the known so, as to discover something new? Contrary to what most people may think, awareness and insight is not a product of knowledge or of the known but rather is found in freedom from the known. It is awareness and insight that creates wisdom and wisdom is the key that opens the door to perception and a rediscovery of life simply ...

Attention Deficit Disorder, the most common learning and behavioral problem among children, also affects millions of adult Americans, more of which are being diagnosed with this potentially disabling condition every day.

This book is a collection of several months of written meditations concerning the conditions over which the author has no control, the few phenomena that author can control, and sporadic rumination about the author’s bouts of confusion, alienation, and a gradual, meandering progress toward something vaguely like equanimity (or at least something vaguely less like despair).

A practical companion to the New York Times and international bestseller Dopamine Nation, The Official Dopamine Nation Workbook is for individuals, families, counselors, teachers, and anyone who wants to go beyond the narrative and engage in practices that will reset reward pathways for a more flourishing life.

The thesis of this book is that the dominant ideas about how to reduce stress are ineffective because they are irrational. They hardly provide any short- or long-term relief. Reason is the only workable method to relieve stress permanently, a method that requires work and dedication, but provides excellent results. This book presents many real-life examples that show how to eliminate stress in tense situations, bring peace of mind to your life, make choices that enhance your self-reliance, avoid nerve-wrecking inconsistencies, and lead a good life based on reason. The principles presented ...

Short, sassy, and bold, Mean Genes reveals that our struggles for self-improvement are, in fact, battles against our own genes - genes that helped our distant ancestors flourish, but are selfish and out of place in the modern world.

Ten years ago, Ilyse Kennedy was a disconnected twenty-something, sitting on a therapy couch, grappling with her own trauma. Now, as a trauma therapist, Kennedy shows up ready to attune to her treasured clients. Those who meet her might be surprised to know that this twenty-something still lives within her. She also has a people pleaser, who caters to the needs of others for self-protection. Then there is the therapist within her, who offers tools and solutions for her clients. The twenty-something, people pleaser, and therapist are all parts within her.

"Thorough, convincing, extremely helpful, and potentially a lifesaver... highly recommend Undepressed" - Francis Mont for Readers' Favorite Are you or a loved one struggling with the debilitating effects of depression? Do you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and misunderstood? You are not alone. Dive into "UnDepressed" to find hope, understanding, and practical strategies to reclaim your life. Inspired by the author's personal battles, extensive research, and emotive recovery, this book dives into the stigmatized world of depression. Explaining its roots, its impacts on daily life, and the ...