"No individual--not even Freud himself--has had a greater impact on
modern psychotherapy."--Psychology Today
With a New Foreword by Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D.
CLASSIC SELF-HELP FROM A RESPECTED PIONEER OF PSYCHOTHERAPY
Life can get tough. From unemployment--or overwork--to divorce or
remarriage, the challenges of newly blended families, not to mention
everyday hassles, stress can feel non-stop. To top it off, technology
confronts us with a barrage of seemingly urgent tasks 24/7. It's no
wonder things and people can make you lose your cool. In this landmark
book you'll find a very specific, powerful skill set designed to help
you keep any scenario from pushing your buttons--and it works.
Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), created by world-renowned
therapist Dr. Albert Ellis, provides you with realistic, simple, proven
techniques that will significantly reduce your stress levels and help
you react effectively, whether the circumstances are professional or
personal. Discover:
* Ten beliefs we use to let people and situations needlessly push our
buttons
* A powerful alternative to the kind of thinking that upsets us
* The Fatal Foursome--feelings that sabotage you
* How to change your irrational thinking using four key steps
Whether you're dealing with colleagues, parents, kids, friends, or
lovers, How to Keep People From Pushing Your Buttons will show you how
to enjoy an active, vibrant, successful life.
"Don't get mad or get even--get placid using these techniques for
defusing difficult situations." --Booklist
