Another Ahhah moment.

[Christory77]

Just finished the DARE book by Barry McDonagh, which I highly recommend if you really want to work through your anxiety. Toward the end was a chapter on love. Reading the words was an experience I wish I could share with you all. In short, we beat ourselves up. Daily, hourly, etc. saying I’m screwed up, I’m broken, I’m damaged. By accepting the anxiety you have and then creating a love for yourself, you release “love” hormones. Like a warm hug almost. Decreasing your anxiety and giving you a sense of hope and freedom from the fear. I would really advise reading this book. It might change your life.

[kevoreally]

How long is it? Depending on its length i may not read it bahaha im more of a picture book guy still HA hate reading

[Christory77 in reply to kevoreally]

It’s about 200 pages. There’s also a work book you can get which is more pictures and activities.

[blackcat64013 in reply to kevoreally]

Hi Kevoreally,

Life’s too short for bad books – it can be hard to know where to start. Books really have the power to enchant, enrich and inspire. On the blog you will be guided to books that can put their finger on feelings that you may often have had but perhaps never understood so clearly before; books that open new perspectives and change the view of the world for you.

The DARE book and anything written by Claire Weekes are good

[Traversijess]

Thanks for this! I’ve been looking for a helpful book with this all

[blackcat64013]

Hi Christory77,

I love reading books so I will give this one a go.

I thought I share some trivia

The term “bibliotherapy” — the art of using books to aid people in solving the issues they are facing— was first used in 1916 by Samuel Crothers, and in the US and a little later in the UK.

The idea of reading as a healing activity is not new; apparently King Ramses II of Egypt had a special chamber for his books, and above the door were the words “House of Healing for the Soul.”

Sigmund Freud incorporated literature into his psychoanalysis at the end of the nineteenth century. Medical professionals and psychologists have been prescribing books for their patients to read for a hundred years or more. But it was more as an adjunct to other treatment rather than a treatment in itself.

[Christory77 in reply to blackcat64013]

That’s very intriguing. I’ve spent the greater part of the last year mostly hopeless. Feeling as though I would never find my way. Started counseling. Not really at the stage of wanting to try medication yet. Was advised to read hope and healing for your nerves which I did. I found it helpful, but wanted more. Found this book by accident and am glad I did. It’s just written in a way that is easy to follow and incorporate. It’s more relatable for me at least than others.

[blackcat64013 in reply to Christory77]

It's true some books are easier to read than others. When a book falls into your lap at the right time it's a miracle

[mysmugcat]

Sounds good ty. I also recommend Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers.

[Hidden]

Are there any audio version. I do appreciate a good read also

[Christory77 in reply to Hidden]

Yes. Audible has the audio.

[Vbee in reply to Christory77]

I listen to the DARE audio every single morning on my beach walk and when I drive my car I listen to the app bluetoothed into my car stereo. It is the only thing to buy if you want to get serious about recovering from anxiety. The facebook forums are The absolute best!!