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It seemed to take too long to get to the point and the point was so obvious. This book seemed directed toward pre-teen or teen level.not an educated adult. There was "workbook" type task but not enough at the correct stages.
Reading that, I couldn't help but be struck by how silly such thoughts are, yet how pervasive. I highly recommend this. I just knew I wasn't reaching my potential, and it was because I seemed to be sabotaging myself and holding myself back. The section on Automatic Thoughts (ATs) that starts on page 40 is more than worth its weight in gold. But using this workbook a little per week, or irregularly as I did, and paying conscious attention to thought patterns and recognizing where they stray into the unhealthy, has made a difference. I can't afford therapy, so I thought I would get a book to work through and see if that helped.
I had scribbled a bunch of notes in the book back when I first read it, and looking at at those now is like night and day. I am someone who knew I needed a little help with my self-confidence/esteem, but it wasn't something that was debilitating. I have used the activities in the beginning section of the book for the past 10 months at pretty irregular intervals, but even so, it is amazing how different my outlook is already. All people considering buying this book should use the "look inside" feature to see if it clicks with them. It clicked instantly with me. I am usually skeptical of people who make such bold claims (diets that promise to lose 10 pounds a week, get rich quick schemes, etc).
Thanks.
As a therapist, I have given this workbook to some of my clients so that we can work through their self-esteem issues. So far, all of my clients have had high praise for the workbook. They like being able to write things down rather than just reading/listening about an issue.
This book has made me stronger. It has made me realize I AM a worthwhile person. The excercises in the book are great, it has helped me so much. If you have low self esteem, anxiety or just need to feel better about yourself, this book is worth the money.
As I work on my self-esteem the work is there. The learning is simple,warm and fuzzy feeling that seems I've learnt it before even applying.I am at Chapter 23 and it will soon be over a fun ride.
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