Description
Being a teen in today's world is tough. Between school pressure, family, friends and extracurricular activities-sometimes it can feel like you're being pulled in a dozen different directions and none of them are your way. On top of that, you may feel lonely, angry, or depressed; or you may wonder if you're good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough. So, how can you overcome these self-doubts, and cultivate the strength to face life's challenges and reach your full potential?
In Your Life, Your Way, you'll learn how to deal with all the changes and challenges of the teen years-and how to grow into the person you want to be. You'll learn doable skills grounded in mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and positive psychology to help you form positive friendships, manage difficult emotions, and get unstuck from bad habits. You'll also learn real tips for dealing with several life challenges, including:
Feelings of uncertaintyConcerns about your looksDeadlinesSchool/college/workFamilyWorries about the futureRelationship stressOnce you identify your own personal struggles, you can decide how you want to face them - as strong, assertive, kind, Honorable, caring, fun, supportive, friendly, agreeable, bold, persistent or giving.
If you're ready to take charge of your destiny and face problems head on in your own way, this fun and illustrated book has everything you need to get started today!
About the Author
Joseph V. Ciarrochi, PhD, is a professor at the Institute of Positive Psychology and Education at Australian Catholic University, and coauthor of Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life for Teens and The Thriving Adolescent. He has published more than 140 scientific journal articles and many books, including the widely acclaimed Emotional Intelligence in Everyday Life and The Weight Escape. Ciarrochi has been honored with more than four million dollars in research funding. His work has been discussed on TV and radio, and in magazines and newspaper articles.
Book Information
ISBN 9781684034659
Author Joseph V Ciarrochi
Format Paperback
Page Count 168
Imprint New Harbinger Publications
Publisher New Harbinger Publications
Weight(grams) 340g
Dimensions(mm) 252mm * 202mm * 14mm