A Year to Change Your Mind: Ideas from the Therapy Room to Help You Live Better

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But the message we might also take away is that, while circumstances afford us at least the possibility of feeling good, we should be thankful – and not waste the opportunity. The audiobook is narrated by the author, who has a very soothing but rational sounding voice, which is also the tone of the book itself. Having said that, sometimes it’s extremely helpful to be reminded what a “sensible person” might make of any given question. From the tendency to lack motivation in January and to experience red-hot anger in the heat of August, to the weight of expectation associated with that back-to-school feeling in September and the pressure to enjoy the December holiday season, we're shown recognisable features of behaviour over the course of the year.

I listened to the audiobook read by the author which helped increase the impact of her personal/professional journey and the examples given. Calmer more experienced minds will be aware of these techniques but they are in a perfect package for a young person. Mindfulness and meditation: Practice mindfulness exercises and meditation regularly to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation. Gratitude rituals: Develop gratitude rituals, such as saying grace before meals or expressing gratitude before bedtime.Filled with practical advice gained from years of offering therapy as a clinical psychologist, Lucy offers insights into how we think, experience the world and other people in it, and make decisions – and some tools to help with those moments when life feels hard.

Celebrate milestones: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, reinforcing your commitment to your purpose.The book provides readers with a structured year-long program, incorporating evidence-based principles and practices to transform their mental health. Helpful strategies from therapy are presented as ways to cope with every-day issues or to improve life in general, and examples are given to better understand how these strategies can help us. Active listening: Practice active listening when engaging in conversations, fully focusing on the other person's words and emotions. Psychology underpins everything we do, determining the decisions we make, the relationships we build, the roles we play and the places we live, and our behaviour is further influenced by the changing seasons, encouraging many of us to fall into unhelpful patterns again and again each year.

The guiding principle is that clinical psychology isn’t just for fixing dysfunctional situations; you can also use it to improve functional ones. Seek professional guidance: If you're experiencing mental health challenges, don't hesitate to reach out to a therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. Grove Press An imprint of Grove Atlantic, an American independent publisher, who publish in the UK through Atlantic Books.By breaking down the main principles into actionable checklists, you can easily incorporate the book's recommendations into your daily routine. January (new beginnings), March (your environment) and November (rest and JOMO - the joy of missing out) really resonated with me, particularly as it was cold outside as I read this. I really enjoyed this read which is set out in 12 different themes addressing challenges we face in each month of the year. Take it one step at a time, and don't forget to be compassionate towards yourself throughout the journey.

Those who count themselves among the “worried well” probably already have the odd wise confidant to process ideas and feelings with, and are well versed in the notion that life inevitably has its ups and downs.

Gratitude expression: Regularly express gratitude towards your friends and family for their support and kindness. Breathing exercises: Practice deep breathing techniques to calm your nervous system during moments of stress. Flexibility and adaptation: Practice flexibility by adjusting to changes in plans or routines without undue stress.