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4.21 AVERAGE
4.21 AVERAGE
fast-paced
I've struggled with anxiety at various points in my life. I've never had any treatment for it and it's not incapacitating like some people's but I still wouldn't wish it on anyone. My doctor suggested CBT might be a good way to address my anxiety so I sought out this book as a first step (and one that didn't cost $$$$).
I'm someone who hasn't shared my anxiety much, so one of this book's benefits for me was its validation of my own experience of anxiety. Edelman made good use of short case studies in which I could identify with certain thought patterns, metacognitive and parasympathetic traits. I felt more or less seen. The book also helped to situate my anxiety within a spectrum. I'm thankful to be towards the mild end, and feel I can empathise better with those who have it worse.
It's a pretty no nonsense read with enough background and padding to make it readable while also offering immediately actionable strategies.
Edelman does a good job of coming across as non-judgemental. In fact you're left with the feeling that she has firsthand experience with anxiety herself. But as a self-help book, offering ways to improve your mental wellbeing, it does rest upon the premise (though tacit) that your mental health is to a certain extent your own responsibility, is within your control. For me and others whose anxiety isn't severe, this may well be a useful approach. But I also know there are some people who would not be helped by hearing that, or feeling it implied. And to give her credit, Edelman is careful to say that this book should not be used as a substitute for professional therapy and/or medication.
I'd encourage anyone who wants to get on top of their anxiety to dip in! (Don't be put off by the slightly cringe title.)
I'm someone who hasn't shared my anxiety much, so one of this book's benefits for me was its validation of my own experience of anxiety. Edelman made good use of short case studies in which I could identify with certain thought patterns, metacognitive and parasympathetic traits. I felt more or less seen. The book also helped to situate my anxiety within a spectrum. I'm thankful to be towards the mild end, and feel I can empathise better with those who have it worse.
It's a pretty no nonsense read with enough background and padding to make it readable while also offering immediately actionable strategies.
Edelman does a good job of coming across as non-judgemental. In fact you're left with the feeling that she has firsthand experience with anxiety herself. But as a self-help book, offering ways to improve your mental wellbeing, it does rest upon the premise (though tacit) that your mental health is to a certain extent your own responsibility, is within your control. For me and others whose anxiety isn't severe, this may well be a useful approach. But I also know there are some people who would not be helped by hearing that, or feeling it implied. And to give her credit, Edelman is careful to say that this book should not be used as a substitute for professional therapy and/or medication.
I'd encourage anyone who wants to get on top of their anxiety to dip in! (Don't be put off by the slightly cringe title.)
informative
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medium-paced