Seligman draws on more than 20 years of clinical research to demonstrate how optimism enhances the quality of life, and how anyone can learn to practice its skills.
With generous additional advice on how to encourage optimistic behavior at school, at work and in children, Learned Optimism is both profound and practical--and valuable for every phase of life..
Seligman explains how to break an I-give-up habit, develop a more constructive explanatory style for interpreting Your behavior, and experience the benefits of a more positive interior dialogue. -- The New York Times Book Review Offering many simple techniques anyone can practice, Dr.
So, fellow moderate pessimists, go buy this book.
Vaulted me out of my funk....
NATIONAL BESTSELLER - The father of positive psychology draws on more than twenty years of clinical research to show you how to overcome depression, boost Your immune system, and make yourself happier.
Seligman draws on more than 20 years of clinical research to demonstrate how optimism enhances the quality of life, and how anyone can learn to practice its skills