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  • Get out of Your Own Way: Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior

  • Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior
  • By: Philip Goldberg, Mark Goulston MD
  • Narrated by: Mark Goulston
  • Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (801 ratings)

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Get out of Your Own Way: Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior

By: Philip Goldberg, Mark Goulston MD
Narrated by: Mark Goulston
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Practical, proven self-help steps show how to transform 40 common self-defeating behaviors, including procrastination, envy, obsession, anger, self-pity, compulsion, neediness, guilt, rebellion, inaction, and more.

©1996 Mark Goulston and Philip Goldberg (P)2018 Penguin Audio
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Powerful

I never knew so much of my behaviors were based on situations I encountered as a child and inadvertently carried over to adulthood.

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Awareness Creator!!!

This book is absolutely incredible. it helps you delve deeper into WHY you react to things the way you do and where the root is. It helps you recognize areas in your life you didn't pay attention to. one of my favorite things is how it mentions that sometimes we need to be the parents our parents never had.

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Very helpful information on dealing with people

Information was clear and concise, examples were helpful, and pointing out things to remember was great for notes

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insightful

With so many self defeating actions in life, many insightful actions are presented. Well worth a read (listen) and a re-read.

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Another Insightful and Practical Masterpiece of Dr. Goulston

What I appreciate about Dr. Goulston’s books is his not only sharing valuable and insightful information, but putting his heart in his words. As an author, Dr. Goulston truly cares about the reader and does this best to give them all they need to change their own lives and help others to change their lives for better. Dr. Goulston even included specific action steps to made it easier for the reader. If you are an action taker, you can’t fail following the practical advice in this book.

Wishing you success in implementing what you learn from Dr. Goulston!

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Overwhelming

Feels like this book was written just for me. Thanks for the awesome breakdown. Uncanny

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A must Listen! I took so many notes!

Mark, this book is amazing! I have read and listened to so many self help books over the years and I am surprised by how much I still took away. You are a brilliant man and a genuine soul. This book inspired me to reach out to my father and finally tell him that I loved him for the first time in 30 years. I have already recommended this book to many friends, family and associates. I can’t wait to listen to your other books! Congratulations on a job well done on your life’s work and this amazing book! Thank you so much! :-)

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Loved it

Great structure (argument, usable insight, taking action), great examples, straightforward ideas meant to awaken one to understanding and taking new approaches to daily challenges. Performance not at all monotonous (there is always 1.25/1.5 speed available for those who are in a hurry:)). The author's training and clinical experience was also a criterion when choosing the book. Very satisfied with my purchase

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Very Good Book!

This is a very good book. You may not realize how many of these behaviors you exhibit until you listen. That’s how it was for me. Very good insights and action suggestions.

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Great Educational Piece on living life

Very well thought out work on self improvement and taking control of your outlook and outlook comes.of your life. This book is a must read for anyone suffering from moving forward with their life. It's a be "the driver of your life not a passenger" type of work. Great Audible selection.

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