Summaries of books about Emotional Healing:
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life
The Breakthrough Program for Conquering Anxiety, Depression, Obsessiveness, Lack of Focus, Anger, and Memory Problems
Daniel G. Amen
The book presents a comprehensive approach to mental health, emphasizing the importance of brain health and offering practical strategies for improving brain function to address various psychological issues. It includes scientific insights, brain imaging evidence, and personal anecdotes to guide readers on how to alleviate conditions like anxiety, depression, and anger through lifestyle changes, cognitive exercises, and nutritional advice.
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Group
How One Therapist and a Circle of Strangers Saved My Life
Christie Tate
The memoir recounts the author's transformative journey through group therapy, where she confronts her personal struggles with intimacy, relationships, and self-worth. Through her experiences with a diverse set of group members and a non-conventional therapist, she learns to open up and embrace vulnerability, leading to profound healing and change.
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Running on Empty
Overcome Your Childhood Emotional Neglect
Jonice Webb
The book explores the concept of Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), where a child's emotional needs are not adequately met by their parents, leading to long-term psychological effects. It provides insights into identifying CEN, understanding its impact on adult life, and offers practical strategies for healing and overcoming the emotional deficits caused by this form of neglect.
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Healing Is the New High
A Guide to Overcoming Emotional Turmoil and Finding Freedom
Vex King
The book offers a roadmap to emotional well-being through a blend of spirituality, positive psychology, and personal anecdotes, guiding readers on how to heal from past traumas and embrace self-love. It provides practical exercises and meditations designed to release emotional blockages, increase mindfulness, and cultivate a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
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Everything Beautiful in Its Time
Seasons of Love and Loss
Jenna Bush Hager
The book is a heartfelt collection of personal essays and anecdotes that celebrate the lives and lessons of the author's grandparents, including former President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush. It reflects on the wisdom they shared, the joy they brought to their family, and the author's journey through grief and remembrance after their passing.
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The Grief Recovery Handbook
The Action Program for Moving Beyond Death, Divorce, and Other Losses including Health, Career, and Faith
John W. James|Russell Friedman
The book provides a step-by-step program for those dealing with personal loss, offering practical strategies to address the emotional pain caused by various types of grief. It includes new material to reflect recent understandings of grief and how to approach the healing process, helping readers to complete the unfinished business of losing a loved one and reclaim their capacity for joy.
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The Rules Do Not Apply
A Memoir
Ariel Levy
The memoir recounts the author's experiences grappling with the loss of her spouse, the death of her newborn child, and the dissolution of her perceived stable life. It explores themes of resilience, identity, and the illusion of control, as she confronts the reality that life's certainties are not guaranteed.
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The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist
Recognizing the Traits and Finding Healing After Hidden Emotional and Psychological Abuse
Debbie Mirza
The book provides an in-depth look at the subtle form of narcissism characterized by passive-aggressive behavior, exploring how it can manifest in relationships and the impact it has on victims. It offers guidance on identifying these traits in individuals and provides strategies for healing and recovery from the emotional and psychological abuse inflicted by covert narcissists.
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Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul
Stories of Life, Love and Learning
Jack Canfield|Mark Victor Hansen
The book is a collection of inspirational short stories, poems, and essays aimed at teenagers, addressing the challenges and experiences unique to adolescence. It covers themes such as relationships, self-identity, family, friendship, and the pursuit of dreams, offering comfort and guidance to young readers.
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Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess
5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking
Caroline Leaf
The book provides a guide to understanding and managing mental health through a five-step plan aimed at reducing anxiety, stress, and negative thought patterns. It combines neuroscience and psychology to teach readers how to develop healthier thinking habits and improve overall well-being.
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