Perspective : the calm within the storm /

Wicks, Robert J,

Perspective : the calm within the storm / by Robert J. Wicks. - Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, (c)2014. - xx, 254 pages ; 22 cm

Includes bibliographies and index.

The psychological pearl of great price: a prologue -- Psychological portals to experiencing a healthier perspective -- A time to see: creating space for a more mindful life -- Seeing ourselves more completely: fathoming the lessons of positive psychology and narrative therapy -- Preventing "spiritual Alzheimer's": understanding the modern psychology of gratitude and happiness -- Seeing in the darkness: appreciating the paradox of posttraumatic growth -- Uncovering and facing inner roadblocks: overcoming resistances to openness and change -- The calm within the storm: an epilogue -- Appendix: Once through the portals: daily reflections on reinforcing a healthy perspective.

Draws on classic wisdom, research in cognitive behavioral therapy, and positive psychology and offers advice for overcoming doubt and resistance to openness.



9780199944552 9780199944569

2013028104

016611993 Uk


Attitude (Psychology)
Perspective (Philosophy)
Meditation.

BF327 / .P477 2014 BF327