Gigi Langer

Worry Less Now!

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Deneale’s Book Buzz: Great Review & Interview

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Thanks to Deneale K. for posting her  book review and interview with me at Deneale’s Book Buzz 

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Excerpts from  Review 

“I give this book five beautiful healthy wise stars! Because with this book: you’ll be able to gain peace, clarity and wisdom, and share it with the World! Just as I am sharing it with you now! So, before it’s too late, get your own copy, and start making changes today! And remember: you read it here with me, and I was inspired enough to share it with you, just as you will be inspired enough to share it with others!”

“Don’t even start thinking, “This is just gonna be another self-help book.” Because it isn’t ‘Just another self-help book!’ This book will help you see things that you never even thought about!”

“I am so impressed that I had the privilege to read this book! I will admit, I started off thinking in the negative, but as I read, I was not just enlightened, I was awakened. So much of what I think, do and see, and even feel, is negativity and I have the ability to put a stop to it, not just by walking away, not just by staying away, but by changing the way I think and do things. And this, my friends, is only the beginning.”

When Deneale asked, “What made you decide to write this book and how long did it take you?”  I replied:

“Worry Less Now began as a memoir chronicling my career as a professional horseback rider; three short marriages; and adventures in Spain, Hawaii, Brazil, and Germany (yes, those husbands travelled!). My wise fourth husband (of 30 years) suggested that instead I write a self-help book with ‘all those helpful things you say when you counsel people on the phone.’

“I’ve worked with hundreds of women in recovery because I spent many years using alcohol, drugs, and romance to deal with a lifetime of worry and anxiety. When I stopped drinking 30 years ago, I began applying tools from therapy, recovery pro­grams, scientific research, and a variety of philosophical and spiritual teachings to overcome my negative thinking, dysfunctional relationships, perfectionism, addictions, chronic pain, and worry about loved ones.”

“I wrote Worry Less Now to share these tools with people who might benefit from them. I used parts of my own story to illustrate how I discovered the tools and how they helped me become happy and at peace. The book is very practical with four life strategies, 50 concrete tools, and step-by-step exercises.”

“It took 3 ½ years to write the first draft; then I sent it to advance readers and a developmental editor (Nina Amir) who suggested revisions. I took a year off to co-author an education book for Sage Publishing, and got back to “Worry Less Now” in 2015. I revised it two more times using feedback from two more groups of advance readers. Then I spent most of 2017 with editors, typographers, book cover designers, and proofreaders.”

The book’s official release date is February 22, 2018. It was a lot of work, but I love the result and I hope it helps many people overcome their worries so they too can face their challenges with calm wisdom and courage.

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Gigi 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 books and articles for educators. Through speeches, retreats, and workshops, she helps thousands of people improve their lives at home and at work.  Gigi hasn’t had a drug or drink for over 30 years, although she does occasionally overindulge in Ghirardelli chocolate and historical novels. She lives happily in Michigan with her husband, Peter and cat, Murphy.

 

Worry Less Now – A Publishing Adventure

Worry Less Now; Gigi Langer

Worry Less Now ReleaseFor six years, I wrote and revised Worry Less Now!  It contains everything I know about overcoming worry and negative thinking. Very practical; 50 specific tools; lots of stories.

Finally, It’s time to get it out there!

I created my own publishing company, Possum Hill Press, and subcontracted to talented folks who came to me through friends and relatives: Editor, typographer, proofreader, cover designer, photographer, and printing company. And, let’s not forget the social media marketing pro!

This last part’s the hardest for me. I’m not a fan of promoting myself, but I AM a fan of this book! So, here I go, connecting with you!

The e-book and the print version will be available for pre-order in January  2018.

BUT:  Next week I’ll send the print book free to 20 Advance Readers who agree to review or promote it.  Click here if you’re interested:  https://gigilanger.com/contact-me/

My early readers love Worry Less Now!  Here’s what they’re saying:

 “I’ve become reluctant to recommend personal growth books to my clients because so few seem to focus on taking action. Worry Less Now is different. Rather than setting herself up as the authority, it’s clear that she works the strategies and tools as part of her ongoing growth.  She comes across as warm, humorous, approachable, accepting, credible, and sincerely invested in the personal growth of her readers.” (Christine McCully, LMC, MA.)

 “Your personal story and the examples of the strategies helping peoples’ lives show that the techniques really work. I learned so much.” (Advance Reader)

Thirty years ago, I was a prisoner of worry who used alcohol, romance, and professional accomplishments to sooth my frayed nerves. But, those ploys only escalated my fears and doubts. Then I decided to stop the self-destruction and learn to be happy.

After 31-years studying and applying tools from recovery pro­grams, cognitive therapy, energy work, scientific literature, and a variety of spiritual teachings, I’ve figured out how to calm my own and many others’ anxieties and fears.

I know you too can overcome your own worries because it only takes one decision: To apply new ways of working with your negative thoughts and feelings. This book teaches you how.

I’ve boiled it all down to four life strategies and fifty practical tools to dissolve the “whispered lies” of negative thinking. The book is chock- full of compelling stories and easy-to-use ideas that empower you to manage your troubling times with calm wisdom, fulfill your dreams, and create loving relationships.

gigilanger_worrylessnowGigi Langer, PhD, is a former “queen of worry.” She’s also an award-winning educator, speaker, and author. Her new book, Worry Less Now.   can be ordered in January 2018. It contains 50 powerful tips to defeat negative thinking, find inner peace, and be happy.