by Richard Carlson (1997)
*Don't Sweat the Small Stuff . . . an it's all small stuff* is a book that shows you how to keep from letting the little things in life drive you crazy. In thoughtful and insightful language, author Richard Carlson reveals ways to calm down in the midst of your incredibly hurried, stress-filled life. You can learn to put things in perspective by making the small daily changes he suggests, including advice such as "Think of your problems as potential teachers"; "Remember that when you die, your 'in' box won't be empty"; and "Do one thing at a time." You should also try to live in the present moment, let others have the glory at times, and lower your tolerance to stress. You can write down your most stubborn positions and see if you can soften them, learn to trust your intuitions, and live each day as if it might be your last. With gentle, supportive suggestions, Dr. Carlson reveals ways to make your actions more peaceful and caring, with the added benefit of making your life more calm and stress-free. --Publisher
Joan Pastor, PhD
If you're an introvert, this guide will help you identify your strengths, and boost your confidence. By learning to communicate with greater ease and with influence, you'll improve relationships with colleagues, partners, friends, and children.
Patricia Noller & Judith A. Feeney
"This volume provides an overview of current theory and research in the area of close relationships, written by internationally renowned scholars whose work is at the cutting edge of research in the field. This book is designed to be an essential resource for senior undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers and practitioners, and will be suitable as a resource in advanced courses dealing with the social psychology of close relationships."--Jacket.
James Hollis
The celebrated author of Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life delivers a unique look at happiness, sharing a Jungian approach to finding a fearless, authentic path.Why are we here? What is the meaning of existence? What truly matters the most in life? To even begin to answer these questions, we must start by exploring our own internal ideals, values, and beliefs. Presenting the unique perspective of respected analyst and author James Hollis, Ph. D., What Matters Most helps readers learn to appreciate (even be amazed by) events unfolding within, even as the external world creates constant struggles. Taking a fresh look at the concept of happiness, Hollis uses a warm, accessible tone to encourage readers to learn to tolerate ambiguity, embrace growth rather than security, respect the power of Eros, engage spiritual crises, and acknowledge the shadow of mortality. Providing inspiring wisdom and personal reflections to address our deepest worries, What Matters Most yields far more than mere self-help cliches. Instead, Hollis guides readers in uncovering the heart of the matter, discovering what it means to truly live life to its fullest, most meaningful state—as fully engaged citizens of the world.
David W. Barnett and Karen T. Carey
"In response to recent federal legislation requiring earlier testing and assessment of children, preschool intervention programs are expanding rapidly. As the demand for such programs increases, so do the possibilities for controversy surrounding the practices now in place. In this book, David W. Barnett and Karen T. Carey present specific research-based home and school interventions that provide early childhood education specialists with the practical strategies they need in order to stop behavior and learning problems before it's too late." "Drawing on principles from developmental psychology, the authors stress a naturalistic approach to intervention design that takes into account the actual roles, routines, skills, and interests of both children and caregivers. They show how to identify and prioritize those problem behaviors best suited for intervention. And they explain how to train parents, teachers, and preschool personnel to enhance childrens' developmental skills, as well as how to cope successfully with children's long-term problems." "Each chapter provides a framework for assessment and intervention, including an overview of the empirical basis, a discussion of the key developmental constructs, and an analysis of potential risks. The emphasis is on individual programming and single-case design, which take into account the diverse needs of children at risk, handicapped children, and children who are simply difficult to parent, teach, or befriend. Barnett and Carey present methods for learning new behavior or modifying existing behavior, including techniques of ignoring, modeling, and reprimanding, and they discuss the legal, professional, and ethical concerns that arise from ineffective interventions."--BOOK JACKET.