Learned Optimism

How to Change Your Mind and Your Life

By: Martin E. P. Seligman

Narrated by: Martin E. P. Seligman

ARE YOU HOLDING YOURSELF BACK?
Without knowing it, most of us impose limits on our achievement and our happiness by approaching life's problems and challenges with unnecessary pessimism. Now, Dr. Martin Seligman, a pioneer in cognitive psychology and motivational research, tells you how to identify your own self-defeating thought patterns -- and how to harness the powers of your conscious mind to break those patterns.
The Science of Personal Control
Based on years of rigorous research, Learned Optimism examines the importance of "explanatory style" -- the way in which we explain our problems and setbacks to ourselves -- and offers a series of exercises that will help you target unhealthy habits of pessimistic thinking and bring them under your control. More powerful and pragmatic than a simple program of positive thinking, Dr. Seligman's principles of reasoned, flexible optimism will help you:
* Attain maximum personal achievement
* Avoid feelings of helplessness and depression
* Develop a hopeful, healthy outlook
"A Marvelous Achievement!
Learned Optimism blends hard-edged science with practical advice to give us an understanding of how we hold ourselves back and how we can change for the better."
-- Dr. Wayne Dyer©1991 Martin E.P. Seligman, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved; (P)1991 Simon & Schuster Audio, All Rights Reserved; SOUND IDEAS Is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc.

Not a full book

Much of this discusses a test that is not included in the audible book. Am not pleased with this purchase.

Pragmatic Tools in Breezy Package

This book is short enough that I use it as a re-centering guide, kind of like a thought provoking alternative to meditation. No matter how many times I listen to this book, I always end up reflecting on how much longer I have to go to reach the level of learned optimism I desire. But I also find the narration of this book soothing and open, opinions may vary greatly on that point.

Adapted version - not same as store bought book

Quick listen. Wish I would have known prior to buying audible that it was not the same version as printed book that I have. You need a copy of the assessment questions to determine your level of optimism and pessimism. Not sure if they are available for free on website or if buying printed book is only way to get them. I will be using the techniques.

Learn the mechanics of optimism

An enjoyable insight into the mechanics of optimism and how it relates to you specifically. Be sure to complete the survey before listening to the audiobook.

great!...NEED questionnaire

Any additional comments?

wonderful book, but not so without having the questionnaire and filling it out before starting to listen to it. You can find it online!