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“May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend ...
Binding
Paperback
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0 lbs
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ISBN
0060577878

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0060577878
ISBN-13
9780060577872
eBay Product ID (ePID)
63731161

Product Key Features

Book Title
Bad Childhood---Good Life : How to Blossom and Thrive in Spite of an Unhappy Childhood
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2007
Topic
Psychopathology / Compulsive Behavior, Personal Growth / General, Developmental / Child, General, Mental Health, Life Stages / Mid-Life, Personal Growth / Self-Esteem, Personal Growth / Success
Genre
Family & Relationships, Self-Help, Psychology
Author
Laura Schlessinger
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
7.7 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.3 in

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Intended Audience
Trade
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[Dr. Laura] offers conservative commonsense advice framed in maxims...She makes a good case for proceeding cautiously...For Dr. Laura, a good life is a combination of 'what you do, what you mean to others, how you handle life's normal challenges, and how much you appreciate your blessings and opportunities.'....Highly recommended., "[Dr. Laura] offers conservative commonsense advice framed in maxims...She makes a good case for proceeding cautiously...For Dr. Laura, a good life is a combination of 'what you do, what you mean to others, how you handle life's normal challenges, and how much you appreciate your blessings and opportunities.'....Highly recommended." -- Library Journal
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
158.1
Synopsis
In this important book, Dr. Laura Schlessinger shows men and women that they can have a Good Life not matter how Bad their Childhood. For each of us, there is a connection between our early family dynamics and experiences and our current attitudes and decisions. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices in people, repetitive situations, and decisions-even their emotional reactions-were connected to those early negative experiesnces, playing a major role in their current unhappines. For these people and millions like them, too much time is dedicated to repeating the ugly dynamics of childhood in a vain attempt to repair or cope with deep hurt and longings. Too often they use their emotional pain to control others or excuse their own inappropriate and destructive behaviors. Some turn to therapy, only to find themselves trapped in their self-pitying victim mode, robbed of optimism, confidence, and growth. Dr. Laura will help you realize that no matter what circumstances you came from or currently live in, you are ultimately responsible for how you react to them. The acceptance of this basic truth is the source for your Power to secure the Good Life you long for. In her signature straightforward style, with real-life examples, Dr. Laura shows you what you will gain by not being satisfied with an identity as a victim, or even as a survivor-but striving to be a victor! In BAD CHILDHOOD-GOOD LIFE, Dr. Laura will guide you to accept the truth of the assaults on your psyche and soul, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and help you embrace a lifeof more peace and happiness. BAD CHILDHOOD-GOOD LIFE comes from a compassionate and personal place. Dr. Laura also reveals some of her own experiences with a difficult childhood and what efforts it took to attain a Good Life. She writes, "My resilience has paid off, and I'm doing the best I can with what I've got." Now you can, too, In this important book, Dr. Laura Schlessinger shows men and women that they can have a Good Life no matter how Bad their Childhood. For each of us, there is a connection between our early family dynamics and experiences and our current attitudes and decisions. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices in people, repetitive situations, and decisions -- even their emotional reactions -- were connected to those early negative experiences, playing a major role in their current unhappiness. For these people and millions like them, too much time is dedicated to repeating the ugly dynamics of childhood in a vain attempt to repair or cope with deep hurt and longings. Too often they use their emotional pain to control others or excuse their own inappropriate and destructive behaviors. Some turn to therapy, only to find themselves trapped in their self-pitying victim mode, robbed of optimism, confidence, and growth. Dr. Laura will help you realize that no matter what circumstances you came from or currently live in, you are ultimately responsible for how you react to them. The acceptance of this basic truth is the source of your power to secure the Good Life you long for. In her signature straightforward style, with real-life examples, Dr. Laura shows you what you will gain by not being satisfied with an identity as a victim, or even as a survivor -- but striving to be a victor In Bad Childhood -- Good Life , Dr. Laura will guide you to accept the truth of the assaults on your psyche and soul, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and help you embrace a life of more peace and happiness. Bad Childhood -- Good Life comes from a compassionate and personal place. Dr. Laura also reveals some of her own experiences with a difficult childhood and what efforts it took to attain a Good Life. She writes, "My resilience has paid off, and I'm doing the best I can with what I've got." Now you can, too., "There is extraordinary quality of spirit that leads one to aspire to conquering rather than surviving. I hope you discover that spirit in yourself." -- Dr. Laura The #1 national bestselling author and popular syndicated radio host shows men and women that they can have a good life no matter how much they struggled in their childhood. Bad Childhood--Good Life aims to help you accept the truth of the assault on your psyche, understand your unique coping style and how it impacts your daily thoughts and actions, and guide you into a life of more peace and happiness. For each one of us, there is a connection between our early family experiences and our current behavior. Many of the people Dr. Laura has helped did not realize how their histories impacted their adult lives, or how their choices--even their emotional reactions--were connected to their early years, playing a major role in their current unhappiness. In this hopeful, practical guide, written in her signature straightforward style and filled with real-life examples, Dr. Laura helps readers realize that no matter what circumstances they come from or currently live in, they are each ultimately responsible for their own actions and reactions as adults. Throughout, she shows the gains to be had by not being satisfied with an identity as a victim, or even as a survivor. Instead she helps readers from all walks of life strive to be the best they can each be--a victor!, The author of seven "New York Times" bestsellers and internationally syndicated radio host, Dr. Laura delivers advice on how to overcome an unhappy childhood and live a life with more peace and happiness.

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