There is a lot of good in this and I suspect a lot of truth in IFS, but the author gets out over his skis in numerous places and sort of treats it likThere is a lot of good in this and I suspect a lot of truth in IFS, but the author gets out over his skis in numerous places and sort of treats it like a grand theory of the universe.
If you haven’t read The Body Keeps the Score yet, spend your time there, and note the explanation of IFS in the chapter that deals with dissociative identity disorder....more
The self-help subgenre that consists of using lots of four letter words to convince the reader that the author is in touch is fascinating. I am no pruThe self-help subgenre that consists of using lots of four letter words to convince the reader that the author is in touch is fascinating. I am no prude, it just felt forced.
There is noise here, but when you get the signal it is pretty good. Bonus points for a CS Lewis reference. Sound quality of the audiobook was abysmal....more
Quick read. Interesting insights, not all of it original. A lot of these sciencey self-help books sound the same at this point but I still find helpfuQuick read. Interesting insights, not all of it original. A lot of these sciencey self-help books sound the same at this point but I still find helpful insights....more
I appreciate Peterson and find his perspectives to be a fascinating blend of psychology, philosophy, theology, and history. That said, I find him moreI appreciate Peterson and find his perspectives to be a fascinating blend of psychology, philosophy, theology, and history. That said, I find him more engaging when being interviewed or in a lecture....more
A bit over-focused on sex, but overall a pretty powerful story of the healing power of connection and vulnerability.
A subversive but never explicit meA bit over-focused on sex, but overall a pretty powerful story of the healing power of connection and vulnerability.
A subversive but never explicit message is that even quite ostensibly successful, wealthy, and high-performing people can suffer immensely, even if in silence....more
A very good introduction to therapy, helpful for caregivers who may need to refer, or as a user guide to one’s own mental health. Especially helpful fA very good introduction to therapy, helpful for caregivers who may need to refer, or as a user guide to one’s own mental health. Especially helpful for me is her discussion of the different kinds of therapists, their training, and different techniques....more
A fascinating and important book about trauma, and in particular how the body experiences trauma and also aids in its healing. I don’t think the conteA fascinating and important book about trauma, and in particular how the body experiences trauma and also aids in its healing. I don’t think the contents support his conclusion re: public health and policy, as much of it was about his own research and experiences, but still - a stunning read on both the depravity and resiliency of humanity....more
An incredibly important book for our time. I would especially encourage parents, teachers, and school administrators to read it. They not only describAn incredibly important book for our time. I would especially encourage parents, teachers, and school administrators to read it. They not only describe many current issues affecting our young people and institutions but they offer a lot of actionable steps and resources to move toward better outcomes....more
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