Full Description
"Psychotherapist Santandreu takes a practical look at finding happiness ... His tough love approach will help readers looking to stop negative self-talk and transform their inner dialogue." - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Bestselling author Rafael Santandreu knows how to ensure our happiness in life. One of the most prestigious psychologists in Spain, he has established his own renowned center of psychotherapy and has laid the foundations of a new era in the treatment of emotional disorders.
Teaching a philosophy of rational acceptance and emotional resilience, Santandreu allows us to use our capacity for logic to good effect in everyday life. We do not need to be buffeted by our emotions or to catastrophise our lives. Building on the work of the imminent psychologist Albert Ellis, Santandreu adds his own take on how to build our capacity for dealing with life's problems.
Shake It Off! offers ways to:
• Build self-esteem
• Improve personal relationships
• Alleviate feelings of depression and anxiety
• Unravel irrational beliefs and unhealthy thought-patterns
With case studies and suggestions throughout, you will learn how to stop obsessive, unhelpful thoughts and create a life which is free from fears and open to adventure.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT SHAKE IT OFF!
"With so much uncertainty in the world today, you need a robust psychological approach to avoid feeling overwhelmed. This book is a worldwide bestseller, and you can completely understand why when you apply its ideas to daily life." - Kindred Spirit Magazine.
"This philosophy of life is brilliant. It really helps you to become a better professional and person" - David Ferrer, top 10 tennis player.
"Without doubt, this is the best method to acquire emotional strength" - Dr Luis Miguel Martin, psychiatrist.
"With this book you will initiate a marvelous trip to inner peace and fulfillment" - Manolo García, world-famous musician.
"Please read this book. It's the best tool to obtain the best mental health for the average man or woman" - Santiago Dexeus MD, professional and award-winning.
Contents
CONTENTS
Foreword by Dr Manuel Borrell Muñoz
Part One
THE BASIC PRINCIPLES
1. We can change
2. Think right, feel better
3. Stop exaggerating!
4. Preferences, not demands
5. Top Ten irrational beliefs
6. Impediments to therapy
Part Two
THE METHOD
7. The debate routine
8. Rational visualization
9. Existential reflection
10. Modelling
Part Three
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
11. Losing our fear of loneliness
12. Overcoming our fear of ridicule
13. Improving our relationships
14. Calming other people
15. Influencing those around us
16. Curbing stress at work
17. Tolerating frustration
18. Shaking off obligations
19. A study in light-heartedness: health
20. Learning to focus on a bright future
21. Letting go of our fears
22. Gaining self-esteem
23. Final instructions
