Learned Optimism (Abridged)

by Martin E. P. Seligman Narrated by Martin E. P. Seligman

Overview

ARE YOU HOLDING YOURSELF BACK?
Without knowing it, most of us impose limits on our achievement and our happiness by approaching life's problems and challenges with unnecessary pessimism. Now, Dr. Martin Seligman, a pioneer in cognitive psychology and motivational research, tells you how to identify your own self-defeating thought patterns -- and how to harness the powers of your conscious mind to break those patterns.
The Science of Personal Control
Based on years of rigorous research, Learned Optimism examines the importance of "explanatory style" -- the way in which we explain our problems and setbacks to ourselves -- and offers a series of exercises that will help you target unhealthy habits of pessimistic thinking and bring them under your control. More powerful and pragmatic than a simple program of positive thinking, Dr. Seligman's principles of reasoned, flexible optimism will help you:
* Attain maximum personal achievement
* Avoid feelings of helplessness and depression
* Develop a hopeful, healthy outlook
"A Marvelous Achievement!
Learned Optimism blends hard-edged science with practical advice to give us an understanding of how we hold ourselves back and how we can change for the better."
-- Dr. Wayne Dyer

Editorial Reviews

DECEMBER 2011 - AudioFile

In addition to the author’s narration of this volume, there’s a female voice that delivers various scenarios, activity explanations, and chapters introductions. This groundbreaking book by Seligman tackles the differences between optimists and pessimists—and the importance of optimism in achieving happiness and success. Seligman covers most of the work, maintaining a steady, explanatory delivery that strives for a neutral tone. He takes his time delineating the various aspects of both personality types, telling story after story to illustrate his points. His measured pace and personal tone give the listener the feeling of sitting in an armchair in his office. Be sure to have the personality test—either the PDF or online version—on hand while listening. M.R. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine

DECEMBER 2011 - AudioFile

In addition to the author’s narration of this volume, there’s a female voice that delivers various scenarios, activity explanations, and chapters introductions. This groundbreaking book by Seligman tackles the differences between optimists and pessimists—and the importance of optimism in achieving happiness and success. Seligman covers most of the work, maintaining a steady, explanatory delivery that strives for a neutral tone. He takes his time delineating the various aspects of both personality types, telling story after story to illustrate his points. His measured pace and personal tone give the listener the feeling of sitting in an armchair in his office. Be sure to have the personality test—either the PDF or online version—on hand while listening. M.R. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940170740932
Publisher:	Simon & Schuster
Publication date:	02/01/1991
Edition description:	Abridged

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