Transforming Negative Self-Talk: Practical, Effective Exercises
“Transforming Negative Self-Talk: Practical Effective Exercises is a winner. I strongly recommend it! . . . [A] precise, articulate, systematic application of change principles to a particular problem . . . . I have used some of these exercises both on myself and with clients and they worked well and quickly. Negative self-talk triggers a vast array of problems, so this book has wide appeal.” (Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter)“Any who daily struggle with self-critical voices will appreciate this unique approach . . . . [A] pick for any psychology or self-help collection.” (Midwest Book Review)“A clear and compelling book that provides many direct and helpful strategies for actively transforming inner experience . . . a gentle but powerful vehicle to help you build the kind of internal dialogue that makes meaningful change not only possible, but highly likely. Tell yourself you need to read this book—and be clever enough to follow the recommendation!” (Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and author of Mindfulness and Hypnosis and Depression is Contagious)“Steve Andreas offers a comprehensive map with practical and easy-to-follow instructions that lead the reader into the land of autonomy and out of the mind-numbing cul-de-sacs inadvertently created by one's inner critic.” (Jeffrey K. Zeig, PhD, Founder and Director, The Milton Erickson Foundation)“This book is a rare jewel. Andreas has a clear and brilliant writing style. Through a myriad of concrete examples, he guides the reader in how to effectively manage self-talk.” (Giorgio Nardone, psychotherapist and Founder/Director of the Center for Strategic Therapy)