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Lifeskills for Adult Children
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 122
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 101
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 98
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Performance3.5 out of 5 stars 80
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More daily inspiration from a fresh, diverse perspective. Insightful reflections reveal surprisingly simple things that can transform lives.
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Do you use substances or engage in compulsive activities to regulate your mood? Do you reach for something sweet, a couple of drinks, or a pack of cigarettes after a difficult day because you can't unwind without them? Do you race to the stores to spend away the day's frustrations or run around in circles taking more time to get less done? If these self-defeating habits sound familiar, Emotional Sobriety will shed light on why and how these coping mechanisms threaten your health and impact resilience
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Astonishing information.
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Wonderful information
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Pretty good
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Therapists will benefit from this book, as well as clients
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Publisher's Summary
From the author of the New York Times best seller Adult Children of Alcoholics - a wonderful book that affirms and encourages ACoAs by developing your skills for living.
Imagine how good you would feel if:
- You could stand up for yourself without losing your temper
- You could make a decision without second guessing yourself
- You didn't have that sense of worthlessness every time someone criticized you
- You could learn how to establish and defend boundaries
In Lifeskills for Adult Children you can learn how to do these things and more. This book is designed specifically for adult children and teaches skills to make your complex adult life easier, while improving your sense of self-worth. Examples are provided to help clarify the lessons and exercises are given to help you practice your new skills.
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Every adult child should read this book. I love it. I listen to it every night as I sleep, so that it can work it's way into my consciousness.
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- MandSWinOK
- 06-26-19
Perfect for Teaching Me to Take Control of My Life
This book taught me HOW to generate the outcomes I want in my life. It's helping me change my behaviors, expections, and the behaviors I will accept from others. I'm ready now.
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