What Doesn't Kill Us

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What Doesn't Kill Us

A guide to overcoming adversity and moving forward

Self-help, personal development and practical advice

Author: Stephen Joseph

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Language: English

Published by: Piatkus

Published on: 2nd February 2012

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 854 Kb

ISBN: 9780748119110


Research and Resilience

Research has shown than anywhere from 30 to 90 per cent of people confronted by tragedy, horror and adversity emerge as wiser, more mature and more fulfilled people, sometimes despite great sadness. Relationships become stronger. Perspectives on life change. Inner strengths are found.

About the Author

For the past twenty years, Stephen Joseph has worked with survivors of trauma and sufferers of posttraumatic stress. In this groundbreaking book, he boldly challenges the notion that trauma and its aftermath devastate and destroy the lives. His studies have shown that a wide range of traumatic events - from illness, separation, assault and bereavement to accidents, natural disasters and terrorism - can act as catalysts for positive change, strengthening relationships, changing one''s perspective and revealing inner strengths.

Book Overview

In What Doesn''t Kill Us, Stephen Joseph shares the six steps we can all use to manage our emotions and navigate adversity to find new meaning, purpose and direction in our lives.

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