Check out this article just posted on thriveworks — about what to do & not do first thing in the morning. AND they used some ideas I sent them via HARO (help out a reporter). Thank you, thriveworks!
50 Ways to Worry Less Now is available from Amazon Feb 20. More here.
“I loved the simplicity and the host of quickly adopted suggestions. They grabbed my attention and wouldn’t let go. Even though I have been in recovery for more than 4 decades and thus didn’t really think another self-help book would make it to my treasured list, I was wrong. Worry Less Now is a winner. ” – Karen Casey
Karen Casey is the author of “Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women,” a recovery book that has sold over three million copies.
When I first got sober in the 80s, my sponsor suggested I buy this little book along with two main alcoholism recovery texts. Each Day a New Beginning gave me hope and encouragement to stay the course.
Karen went on to publish over 30 books that inspire every person who reads them. Her other bestsellers include: Daily Meditations for Practicing the Course; Keepers of the Wisdom; Living Long, Living Passionately; and 52 Ways to Live the Course in Miracles. I especially love the last two.
With such a record, how could she not be a beloved author?
You can purchase “50 Ways to Worry Less Now” on Amazon starting February 20th!
Gigi Langer holds a PhD in Psychological Studies in Education and an MA in Psychology, both from Stanford University. As a professor, she won several awards for her teaching, and wrote books and articles on educators’ professional growth. As a person in recovery, Gigi hasn’t had a drug or drink for over 30 years, although she does occasionally overindulge in Ghirardelli chocolate and historical novels. Through speeches, retreats, and workshops, she helps thousands of people improve their lives at home and at work.
Ugh. Conflict! When someone does something that ticks us off, it’s just too easy to react right away. We might even justify our angry response by saying, “Well, I’m just setting a boundary.”
But, any words—even one!—said in the grip of frustration can make things worse rather than better.
So, then how do we defend ourselves when we’re hurt? My suggestion is to do nothing . . .for now.
One of the wisest sayings I’ve heard is: Sometimes waiting is an action.
The trick is to realize that your riled-up feelings are distorting your interpretation of the events. When in this kind of defending and blaming mode, no good communication can be had. So, it’s best to WAIT until you can perceive the situation from a more peaceful place.
Many people use the three-day rule; they wait three days to gain perspective before taking action, and if still uncertain about how to respond, they wait a few more days.
Here are a few tips to help you settle down, gain a new perspective, and find a source of wisdom to guide you to right actions and words.
Eventually, you will find yourself either completely unconcerned about the problem, or you will intuitively know what to say or do when the time is right.
Gigi Langer holds a PhD in Psychological Studies in Education and an MA in Psychology, both from Stanford University. As a person in recovery, Gigi hasn’t had a drug or drink for 32 years. Through her writing, speeches, retreats, and workshops, she has helped thousands of people improve their lives at home and at work.
Order Gigi’s new book, 50 WAYS TO WORRY LESS NOW: REJECT NEGATIVE THINKING TO FIND PEACE, CLARITY, AND CONNECTION here: Amazon or Seattle Books
GUESS WHAT??You can now buy a print copy of the book! The book description is here
Just click here and it will arrive in early February
NOTE: In the publishing biz, this is called a “soft launch” because it allows blog and newsletter subscribers to purchase the book before the official publication date. The full / big/ official launch is February 20th.
Request: As soon as you read it, I’d be so grateful if you’d post your reviews in three places: Amazon; my author FB page; and Goodreads.
If you’d prefer to order it from Amazon, just use this link
If you prefer an e-book, that will be available in mid-February.
Gigi Langer holds a PhD in Psychological Studies in Education and an MA in Psychology, both from Stanford University. As a professor, she won several awards for her teaching, and (as Georgea M. Langer) wrote four books for educators as well as hundreds of articles on professional growth.
As a person in recovery, Gigi hasn’t had a drug or drink for over 30 years, although she does occasionally overindulge in Ghirardelli chocolate and historical novels. Through speeches, retreats, and workshops, she helps thousands of people improve their lives at home and at work. She lives happily in Michigan with her husband, Peter and her kitty, Murphy.
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