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The life-changing practice of applied mindfulness called ACT is made even more accessible in this fun and easy-to-understand volume that illustrates all the principles with entertaining cartoons.Theres this idea going around that were always supposed to be happyand its making us miserable. The good news is, if you can learn to let go of that impossible expectation, your life will be a whole lot happier. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT is a simple, self-administered therapy that uses mindfulness to enable you to do just that. This fun, illustrated guide to the method thats made life better for millions is the easiest way yet to learn how to escape the happiness trap and start living a life thats far richer, fuller, and more meaningful.With ACT youll learn toReduce stress and worry Handle painful feelings and thoughts moreeffectively Break self-defeating habits Overcome insecurity andself-doubt Recognize and treasure the whole range of emotions that makeup a satisfying life,.
About the Author
Russ Harris is a medical practitioner, psychotherapist, and leading expert in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) . His books include ACT with Love, ACT Made Simple, The Confidence Gap, and The Happiness Trap, which has now been translated into twenty-two languages. He lives in Melbourne, Australia, and travels internationally to train mental health professionals in the ACT approach.
