| • Binding | | softcover |
| • Number of Pages | | 288 |
| • Height | | 9 |
| • Width | | 6 |
| • Copyright Year | | 2002 |
Forget TV. Forget desert islands and remote jungles. This book offers real help for real emotional issues, through the stories of four ordinary people, each going through a very painful life experience, each plagued by significant emotional despair. Fortunately, they all share one vitally important human quality: an inherent capacity to heal from deep emotional wounds. They are
Survivors. This remarkable book presents nine proven strategies to help them through their plights.
Survivors combines the best of storytelling, self-help, and professional guidance, bringing readers an unparalleled resource for overcoming emotional pain.
Editorial Reviews
"Highly recommended!"
--Michael J. Mahoney, Ph.D., Author: HUMAN CHANGE PROCESSES, Director: Society for Constructivism in Human Sciences
"Preston's warm and unpretentious style and use of compelling, real examples result in an interesting and useful book... will either help people to help themselves, or learn that they might benefit from professional help."
--Cliff Straehley, M.D., Psychiatrist, Author: EXPANDING YOUR ABILITY TO LOVE YOURSELF
"Preston's book is designed to take the stigma and shame out of 'emotional problems'... he has a realistic approach that acknowledges limitations while recognizing strengths. At the heart of his work is a focus on the ability to develop compassion for one's self."
--NAPRA REVIEW
"…comprehensive approach…the reader will feel informed as well as encouraged…stands out in a crowded field."
--ForeWord Magazine
Customer Reviews
INTRODUCING THE SURVIVORS: Sharon, Dale, Katherine, Gary ... and You
PART I: WHEN LIVING HURTS
1. Why Does It Hurt So Much?
2. When It Hurts to Grow Up
3. Time Doesn't Heal All Wounds
4. When You Hurt But Don't Know Why
PART II: UNDERSTANDING YOUR EMOTIONS
5. Why Does the Hurt Last So Long?
6. Trauma and Your Brain
7. “You Always Get What You Need” -- Or Do You?
8. “To Thine Own Self Be True”
9. “Grit Your Teeth” & Other Ways To Keep On Hurting
10. What Does It Mean To Be Emotionally Healthy?
PART III: SURVIVOR STRATEGIES FOR HEALING THE HURT
11. Survivor Strategy #1: Do No Harm
12. Survivor Strategy #2: Understand How We Heal
13. Survivor Strategy #3: Promote Your Own Healing
14. Survivor Strategy #4: Take Action In the Real World
15. Survivor Strategy #5: Assert Yourself
16. Survivor Strategy #6: Gain Control Over Your Emotions
17. Survivor Strategy #7: Stay Healthy & Reduce Emotional Stress
18. Survivor Strategy #8: Explore Self-Help and Recovery Groups
19. Survivor Strategy #9: Consider Psychotherapy
PART IV: SURVIVOR STORIES
20. Pathways to Emotional Healing
APPENDICES:
A. Symptoms of Major Adult Psychiatric Disorders
B. Medical Disorders and Drugs that May Cause Psychiatric Symptoms
C. References
