The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-DoubtShambhala Publications, 13.09.2011 - 240 Seiten Drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices, this guide offers breakthrough insights and simple techniques for developing deep-seated, long-lasting confidence Too many of us miss out on opportunities in life because we lack self-confidence. Whether it’s public speaking, taking on a leadership role, or asking someone for a date, there are situations in which we just don't feel equipped to handle the challenges we face. Russ Harris offers a surprising solution to low self-confidence, shyness, and insecurity: Rather than trying to “get over” our fears, he says, the secret is to form a new and wiser relationship with them. Paradoxically, it’s only when we stop struggling against our fearfulness that we begin to find lasting freedom from it. Drawing on the techniques of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a cutting-edge form of cognitive-behavioral therapy, The Confidence Gap explains how to: • Free yourself from common misconceptions about what confidence is and how to build it • Transform your relationship with fear and anxiety • Clarify your core values and use them as your inspiration and motivation • Use mindfulness to effectively handle negative thoughts and feelings. “This book could save you years of psychological struggle, yank you out of negative emotional patterns, and help propel you to a much happier, more productive life.” —Martha Beck, author and Oprah Winfrey’s life coach |
Inhalt
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2 The Good Old Days | 34 |
3 True or False? | 40 |
The DoubleEdged Sword | 47 |
4 It Aint Necessarily So | 49 |
5 Off the Hook | 61 |
13 Magic Glue | 151 |
Taming Your Fear | 161 |
14 The Fear Trap | 163 |
15 Plenty of Space | 171 |
16 Riding a Wild Stallion | 183 |
Playing the Game | 189 |
Untitled | 190 |
18 Whats Stopping You? | 201 |
6 Never Short of Words | 79 |
7 The SelfEsteem Trap | 89 |
8 The Rules of Engagement | 100 |
9 Smell the Roses | 113 |
10 Psychological Smog | 118 |
What Gets You Going? | 129 |
11 Fueling Up | 131 |
12 The Success Trap | 145 |
19 The Motivation Trap | 210 |
20 The Power of SelfAcceptance | 217 |
21 Getting Better | 226 |
22 Reach the Peak | 235 |
23 It Aint Over Till Its Over | 242 |
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Back Cover | 258 |
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The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt Russ Harris Keine Leseprobe verfügbar - 2011 |
Häufige Begriffe und Wortgruppen
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