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Choice Theory

A New Psychology of Personal Freedom
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Choice Theory by William Glasser focuses on understanding human behaviour by considering the role of personal choice, responsibility, and transformation. It presents the idea that we are driven more by internal needs rather than external pressures. The book offers insights into improving personal and professional relationships by encouraging individuals to change their perspectives and embrace a more proactive approach to life's challenges.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring how personal relationships and happiness are shaped by the choices we make. Emphasising the power of choice in our lives, it provides insightful strategies for improving relationships and personal well-being. If you're looking for ways to take control of your life's direction and foster positive connections, this book offers practical advice and new perspectives.

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Choice Theory

Basically, choice theory helps its users avoid confrontation and ask pertinent questions. It sees conscious or unconscious desire for external control as the main problem in the four major personal relationships: husband-wife, parent-child, teacher-student, and manager-worker. This book presents this theory.

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Dr. William Glasser offers a new psychology that, if practised, could reverse our widespread inability to get along with one another—an inability that is the source of almost all unhappiness. For progress in human relationships, he explains that we must give up the punishing, relationship-destroying external control psychology.

For example, if you are in an unhappy relationship right now, he proposes that one or both of you could be using external control psychology on the other. He goes further to suggest that misery is always related to a currently unsatisfying relationship. Contrary to what you may believe, your troubles are always now, never in the past. No one can change what happened yesterday.

Choice Theory is a thought-provoking exploration of how improving our personal relations can lead to greater happiness. Dr. Glasser's insights provide a path away from blame and towards a more positive, fulfilling life.

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Choice Theory by William Glasser receives high praise for its clear and insightful presentation of a new psychology aimed at fostering health and joy. Reviewers commend its practical examples and its effectiveness in improving personal relationships and enhancing communication within families. The book is considered both an exceptional and accessible resource, making it particularly valuable for those involved in clinical practice or helping professions.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780060930141

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 September 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperPerennial

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 368

About the Author

William Glasser, M.D., is a world-renowned psychiatrist who lectures widely. His numerous books have sold 1.7 million copies, and he has trained thousands of counselors in his Choice Theory and Reality Therapy approaches. He is also the president of the William Glasser Institute in Los Angeles.

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