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Positive thinking pocketbook : little exercises for a happy and successful life / Gill Hasson.

By: Hasson, Gill [author].
Material type: materialTypeLabelBookPublisher: Hoboken : Capstone, 2019Copyright date: ©2019Edition: First edition.Description: vi, 110 pages ; 18 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9780857087546 (paperback); 0857087541 (paperback).Subject(s): Self-actualization (Psychology) | Positive psychology | WellbeingAdditional physical formats: Electronic version: Positive thinking pocketbook : little exercises for a happy and successful lifeDDC classification: 155.2 Also available in electronic form.
Contents:
Part 1 Positive thinking vs negative thinking -- Understanding the power of positive and negative thinking -- Understanding the positive intentions of negative thinking -- Understanding narrow and broad thinking -- Recognizing the way you're thinking -- Recognizing cognitive distortions -- Rewiring your brain -- Challenging your thoughts: are they helpful? -- Challenging your thoughts: are you certain? -- Identifying alternative perspectives -- Moving on to positive thoughts -- Part 2 Positive thinking and positive action -- Having goals -- Identifying your options -- Taking positive steps -- Using positive visualization -- Being flexible -- Getting motivated -- Staying motivated -- Using positive body language -- Part 3 Making positive thinking a habit -- Being appreciative -- Being kind -- Being generous -- Making a contribution -- Giving compliments -- Indulging in small pleasures -- Using more positive language -- Saying 'but' or 'and' -- Saying 'should' or 'could' -- Being more confident -- Being with positive people -- Consuming positive news -- Part 4 Positive thinking for difficult situations -- Managing disappointments and setbacks -- Being stuck in a job you don't like -- Surviving trauma and tragedy -- Dealing with being bullied -- Having courage -- Coping with criticism -- Forgiving -- Changing your mind -- Dealing with guilt -- Moving on from regret -- Coping with worry and anxiety -- Managing envy -- Making new friends -- Taking risks -- Having a positive body image -- Avoiding the blame game -- Being non-judgemental -- Coping with change -- Answers to In Practice questions in Part One --More positive thinking quotes.
Subject: Positive thinking is an approach and a set of skills that we can all learn. But it's not just about how and what you think; you've got to do something! In a range of situations, positive thinking needs to be followed by positive action. The good news is that whatever life has thrown at you in the past and whatever is you want to achieve in the future, the Positive Thinking Pocketbook will help you think and behave more positively. Inside, you'll find out how to use tips, techniques and advice on creating a positive mindset and developing your positive thinking. Next, you'll find out how to apply that positive thinking to a range of potentially difficult situations. Little approachable exercises make it easy to get started. Full of scenarios, ideas, advice, tips and techniques. Learn how to overcome negative thinking, get motivated and stay motivated. Discover how to make positive thinking a habit. -- Whenever you want a shot of positivity, simply pick out a few ideas, tips and techniques that appeal to you and give them a try Provided by publisher.

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Think your way to a more positive life

Positive thinking is an approach and a set of skills that we can all learn. But it's not just about how and what you think; you've got to do something! In a range of situations, positive thinking needs to be followed by positive action. The good news is that whatever life has thrown at you in the past and whatever is you want to achieve in the future, the Positive Thinking Pocketbook will help you think and behave more positively.

Inside, you'll find out how to use tips, techniques and advice on creating a positive mindset and developing your positive thinking. Next, you'll find out how to apply that positive thinking to a range of potentially difficult situations.

Little approachable exercises make it easy to get started Full of scenarios, ideas, advice, tips and techniques Learn how to overcome negative thinking, get motivated and stay motivated Discover how to make positive thinking a habit

Whenever you want a shot of positivity, simply pick out a few ideas, tips and techniques that appeal to you and give them a try!

Part 1 Positive thinking vs negative thinking -- Understanding the power of positive and negative thinking -- Understanding the positive intentions of negative thinking -- Understanding narrow and broad thinking -- Recognizing the way you're thinking -- Recognizing cognitive distortions -- Rewiring your brain -- Challenging your thoughts: are they helpful? -- Challenging your thoughts: are you certain? -- Identifying alternative perspectives -- Moving on to positive thoughts -- Part 2 Positive thinking and positive action -- Having goals -- Identifying your options -- Taking positive steps -- Using positive visualization -- Being flexible -- Getting motivated -- Staying motivated -- Using positive body language -- Part 3 Making positive thinking a habit -- Being appreciative -- Being kind -- Being generous -- Making a contribution -- Giving compliments -- Indulging in small pleasures -- Using more positive language -- Saying 'but' or 'and' -- Saying 'should' or 'could' -- Being more confident -- Being with positive people -- Consuming positive news -- Part 4 Positive thinking for difficult situations -- Managing disappointments and setbacks -- Being stuck in a job you don't like -- Surviving trauma and tragedy -- Dealing with being bullied -- Having courage -- Coping with criticism -- Forgiving -- Changing your mind -- Dealing with guilt -- Moving on from regret -- Coping with worry and anxiety -- Managing envy -- Making new friends -- Taking risks -- Having a positive body image -- Avoiding the blame game -- Being non-judgemental -- Coping with change
-- Answers to In Practice questions in Part One --More positive thinking quotes.

Positive thinking is an approach and a set of skills that we can all learn. But it's not just about how and what you think; you've got to do something! In a range of situations, positive thinking needs to be followed by positive action. The good news is that whatever life has thrown at you in the past and whatever is you want to achieve in the future, the Positive Thinking Pocketbook will help you think and behave more positively. Inside, you'll find out how to use tips, techniques and advice on creating a positive mindset and developing your positive thinking. Next, you'll find out how to apply that positive thinking to a range of potentially difficult situations. Little approachable exercises make it easy to get started. Full of scenarios, ideas, advice, tips and techniques. Learn how to overcome negative thinking, get motivated and stay motivated. Discover how to make positive thinking a habit. --

Whenever you want a shot of positivity, simply pick out a few ideas, tips and techniques that appeal to you and give them a try Provided by publisher.

Also available in electronic form.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

  • Introduction (p. 1)
  • Part 1 Positive Thinking vs Negative Thinking (p. 3)
  • Understanding the power of positive and negative thinking (p. 4)
  • Understanding the positive intentions of negative thinking (p. 6)
  • Understanding narrow and broad thinking (p. 8)
  • Recognising the way you're thinking (p. 10)
  • Recognising cognitive distortions (p. 12)
  • Rewiring your brain (p. 14)
  • Challenging your thoughts: are they helpful? (p. 16)
  • Challenging your thoughts: are you certain? (p. 18)
  • Identifying alternative perspectives (p. 20)
  • Moving on to positive thoughts (p. 22)
  • Part 2 Positive Thinking and Positive Action (p. 25)
  • Having goals (p. 26)
  • Identifying your options (p. 28)
  • Taking positive steps (p. 30)
  • Using positive visualisation (p. 32)
  • Being flexible (p. 34)
  • Getting motivated (p. 36)
  • Staying motivated (p. 38)
  • Using positive body language (p. 40)
  • Part 3 Making Positive Thinking a Habit (p. 43)
  • Being appreciative (p. 44)
  • Being kind (p. 46)
  • Being generous (p. 48)
  • Making a contribution (p. 50)
  • Giving compliments (p. 52)
  • Indulging in small pleasures (p. 54)
  • Using more positive language (p. 56)
  • Saying 'but' or 'and' (p. 58)
  • Saying 'should' or 'could' (p. 60)
  • Being more confident (p. 62)
  • Being with positive people (p. 64)
  • Consuming positive news (p. 66)
  • Part 4 Positive Thinking for Difficult Situations (p. 69)
  • Managing disappointments and setbacks (p. 70)
  • Being stuck in a job you don't like (p. 72)
  • Surviving trauma and tragedy (p. 74)
  • Dealing with being bullied (p. 76)
  • Having courage (p. 78)
  • Coping with criticism (p. 80)
  • Forgiving (p. 82)
  • Changing your mind (p. 84)
  • Dealing with guilt (p. 86)
  • Moving on from regret (p. 88)
  • Coping with worry and anxiety (p. 90)
  • Managing envy (p. 92)
  • Making new friends (p. 94)
  • Taking risks (p. 96)
  • Having a positive body image (p. 98)
  • Avoiding the blame game (p. 100)
  • Being non-judgemental (p. 102)
  • Coping with change (p. 104)
  • Answers to In Practice questions in Part One (p. 106)
  • More positive thinking quotes (p. 108)
  • About the author (p. 110)

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Gill Hasson is a careers coach, has over 20 years' experience in the areas of personal & career development, and is a freelance tutor/teacher in mental health issues for mental health organisations. She also teaches and delivers training for adult education organizations, voluntary and business organizations and the public sector. Gill is the bestselling author of Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence .