Title:
You will get through this night
Author:
ISBN:
9780063053885
Edition:
First U.S. edition.
Physical Description:
319 pages : black and white illustrations ; 22 cm.
Contents:
Introduction -- How to use this book -- Understanding mental health. (Part 1: This night): Breathing: finding calm -- Grounding: back to the present -- Mindfulness: breaking it down. (Part 2: Tomorrow): Activity -- Environment -- Sleep -- Food -- Movement -- Social life. (Part 3: The days after that): Thoughts: what am I thinking? -- Rules: rules and regulations -- Stress: less stress -- Trauma: elephants and skeletons -- Therapy & medication: leave it to the pros -- Emotions: working with emotions -- Setbacks: dealing with setbacks -- Authenticity: living your truth -- Gratitude: attitude of gratitude. Epilogue.
Personal Subject:
Genre:
Summary:
The author shares his own struggles with depression and anxiety with self-deprecation and dark humor in this no-nonsense guide. In consultation with a psychologist, he explores how our minds work, why we think and feel the way we do, and what we can do about it. Learn how to manage your thoughts and feelings in tough times; change your everyday habits to be healthier and happier; understand your behavior and how to treat yourself with compassion.
