Learn to identify feelings and emotions, overcome challenges, and embrace self-acceptance. How to Be Happy Being You introduces a revolutionary program designed to reduce anger and increase problem-solving skills. Using visualization, exercises, and illustrations the reader is guided through the confusing realm of human emotions to learn to identifying their feelings and respond in a way that leads to self-respect and happiness.
In a world overwhelmed by negative emotions, psychologist Dennis Hargis guides young people on a journey to happiness in an easy-to-read book. The evocative accompanying illustrations convey emotions we all feel. By learning and practicing the problem-solving exercises presented, including visualization and emotional response exercises, anyone-young or old-can gain emotional intelligence.
How to Be Happy Being You is based upon a proven and successful program developed by the author while serving as a psychologist and behavior intervention specialist for youth. It is a valuable resource to help young adults learn the skills they need to better manage powerful emotions.
This book provides solutions to tough emotional issues facing young adults In a world where anger, fear, and frustration seem inescapable.
The reader is introduced to 15 fundamental rules of anger. We can learn to identify painful feelings, accept them, experience them-realizing they are normal-and understanding there is a way to respond that is respectful of self and others. When feelings are identified, the best way to convey them can be determined. Expressing feelings in a healthy way strengthens communication skills and builds happy relationships.