Happiness Trap Pocketbook

Name: Happiness Trap Pocketbook
Brand: Exisle Publishing
SKU: 9781921966187
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An Illustrated Guide on How to Stop Struggling and Start Living

By Russ Harris

4.21

( 2,125 ratings, 218 reviews)

Summary

Happiness Trap Pocketbook by Russ Harris is a practical guide that introduces the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It helps readers break free from common misconceptions about happiness and provides strategies to reduce stress and find genuine satisfaction in life.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for practical and easy-to-apply advice on overcoming stress, anxiety, and negative emotions. It uses techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you find happiness and live a more fulfilled life.

Happiness Trap Pocketbook

Dr Russ Harris has joined forces with Bev Aisbett to produce a highly illustrated, simpler, shorter version of The Happiness Trap that will not only resonate with readers of the original but also find a new audience for Russ’s empowering message.

Description

Embark on a transformative journey with The Happiness Trap Pocketbook, a remarkable collaboration between esteemed cartoonist Bev Aisbett and renowned psychologist Dr Russ Harris. This illustrated pocketbook offers a simplified and accessible version of Dr. Harris's acclaimed international bestseller, The Happiness Trap. Perfect for newcomers and seasoned readers alike, it serves as an enlightening introduction to powerful, life-changing concepts and a valuable refresher course for those already familiar with the approach.

Conventional ideas about happiness often lead us astray, fostering misconceptions that can make us feel miserable in the long run. For instance, the seemingly helpful practice of positive thinking may actually cause some individuals to experience heightened negative emotions. By opening The Happiness Trap Pocketbook, readers will discover a revolutionary, scientifically proven, mindfulness-based approach known as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This innovative method aims to help you attain genuine well-being and fulfilment.

Whether you're dealing with a lack of confidence, facing a serious illness, experiencing stress at work, battling low self-esteem, trying to lose weight or quit smoking, or simply striving for a happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life, this book offers an array of effective techniques to help you overcome these challenges. Within its pages, you will find tools and strategies to:

Reduce stress and worry
Rise above fear, doubt, and insecurity
Handle painful thoughts and feelings more effectively
Break self-defeating habits
Develop self-acceptance and self-compassion
Let go of inaccurate and misleading (yet very popular) ideas about happiness
Create a rich, full, and meaningful life

By embracing the wisdom contained within The Happiness Trap Pocketbook, you can unlock the door to a more fulfilling and joyful existence. Let the engaging illustrations and straightforward insights guide you as you navigate life’s challenges and discover true contentment. This pocketbook is not just a read; it's an essential companion on your path to genuine happiness and well-being.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Happiness Trap Pocketbook by Russ Harris is praised for its practical approach to achieving emotional well-being. Reviews highlight its straightforward, accessible strategies grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), making complex psychological principles easy to understand and apply. Readers appreciate its engaging format and useful exercises for everyday life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921966187

Publisher: Exisle Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2013

Country: New Zealand

Imprint: Exisle Publishing

Contributors:

Illustrated by Bev Aisbett

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 168

Collections

All Books Mindset & Self Help Non-Fiction Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Russ Harris Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Dr Russ Harris is a medical practitioner, psychotherapist, and bestselling author of 'The Happiness Trap'. He is one of the world’s leading authorities on ACT, and regularly travels to train a wide variety of professionals in the approach. His other books include 'The Reality Slap', 'The Confidence Gap', 'ACT With Love', 'ACT Made Simple'. Bev Aisbett is an author, illustrator, cartoonist and artist. She is also a trained counsellor and facilitator of the ‘Working with IT’ anxiety recovery workshops. The simple, straightforward and effective nature of Bev’s work and publications is highly regarded by health workers and sufferers alike.