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Get out of Your Own Way: Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior

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Get out of Your Own Way: Overcoming Self-Defeating Behavior

By: Philip Goldberg, Mark Goulston MD
Narrated by: Mark Goulston
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Practical, proven self-help steps show how to transform 40 common self-defeating behaviors, including procrastination, envy, obsession, anger, self-pity, compulsion, neediness, guilt, rebellion, inaction, and more.

©1996 Mark Goulston and Philip Goldberg (P)2018 Penguin Audio
Aging & Longevity Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Self-Esteem Stress Management Inspiring Self Help Self Improvement

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Wonderful insight!

I have to admit that I wasn’t prepared to hear all the things that are holding me back, that I myself, am causing in my own life. However, once I get past that, I feel that this book will be extremely helpful to help me realize how I can overcome myself, and get out of my own way. I found the words in this book to be extremely intelligent, well delivered, and eye-opening. Thank you so much for bringing this book to the world, and to me.

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Great advice.

Excellent book. Very good narration. Great advice to help you overcoming problems. Recommended read to all.

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Good if you need a reminder of the basics

I did get a couple things out of this book, but mostly this isn't new information for most adults. The information is solid, but the narrator might put you into a depressive sleep soon.

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Turned Into a Relationship Manual Halfway Through

I thought this was about self-improvement, based on the title and description. It ended up being more about preventing divorce in traditional hetero marriages.

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Lot of insightful content inclusive of guidance

Was hard to get into at first but after hitting my first applicable chapter I was intrigued. The lesson was clearly stated, a real life example provided, usable insight and a closing reinforcement of the lesson. You can quickly identify when it might not be of interest and skip.

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Helpful but short

I liked the book. I do feel that while it hit many points, it was missing the in depth information on the 'how to' process.

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Different perspectives and insights

This book does a good job describing different/common scenarios people may experience when it comes to self defeating behaviors. Gives readers many chapters to relate to.

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A complete guide

The author offers insight on studies through reflection on encounters through his practice and research. He identifies the many patterns that shape our outcomes. He delves into steps to correct the negative patterns and offers support tips to create positive habits.

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Powerful

I never knew so much of my behaviors were based on situations I encountered as a child and inadvertently carried over to adulthood.

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Awareness Creator!!!

This book is absolutely incredible. it helps you delve deeper into WHY you react to things the way you do and where the root is. It helps you recognize areas in your life you didn't pay attention to. one of my favorite things is how it mentions that sometimes we need to be the parents our parents never had.

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