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He describes how studies have also shown that developing kindness and compassion for self and others can hep in calming down the threat system: as a mother's care and love can soothe a baby's distress, so we can learn how to soothe ourselves. This is because the books is a cleared item. The Compassionate Mind-Throughout history people have sought to cope with a life that is often stressful and hard. In this ground-breaking new book he explores how our minds have developed to be highly sensitive and quick to react to perceived threats and how this fast-acting threat-response system can be a source of anxiety, depression and aggression. Now, bestselling author and leading authority on depression, Professor Paul Gilbert explains how new research shows how we can all learn to develop compassion for ourselves and others and derive the benefits of this age-old wisdom. In contrast, concerns with inferiority, shame and self-criticism can have very negative impacts on these processes and are associated with poorer physical and mental health. Content
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It has enspired me, both personally and professional as a therapist. I was sad to finish it and will certainly be purchasing more of Paul Gilbert's books.
Sophie Venables
On opening the book, 3 pages fell out. As a recently qualified therapist, I decided to read a little around Compassion Focused Therapy and came across the work of Paul Gilbert.
It benefits from being well writen and well-informed so if you are looking to do a little self development or simply fancy an easy, interesting read on Compassion and how to bring it into your life- this is the book for you. Frustrating. Book itself is very interesting, but badly bound.
Then I found this book and I am elated that I did, it was longer than I expected, 500 pages but that only makes ir even better value for money. As an introduction, this book is fantastic and relevant.