Positive Thinking Workbook for Women - by Aubree Henderson (Paperback)

I don’t think this book could have come at a better time in my life! Experiencing quite a bit of negative self-talk and negative body image issues, having the exercises and guidance from this workbook really helped me reflect on where they were coming from and work towards stopping them and turning towards more positive affirmations. There were so many useful and resonant parts to this workbook; and I really appreciated the mix of stories from real people or clients, the author's own experiences, and relevant research. It felt like the perfect balance of emotion, science, and practicality all in one workbook. It’s hard to pick a favorite chapter, but I think Chapter 9 “Look for the Positive in Every Day” stuck out to me the most. One quote in particular really struck me, and I highlighted it and read over it at least 7 times: “If life is an ocean–smooth and serene in some places, stormy in others–gratitude practice is a flotation device that gives you the fortitude to move through it all.” What a metaphor! And a helpful reminder that gratitude is important for all seasons of life. I’m really looking forward to taking these very tangible pieces of advice of practicing gratitude, even if in the smallest of actions, and putting them into practice immediately.

As a clinician I am often working with my clients to build their self-esteem and self-compassion. I think this will be a great addition to the work I am lucky to do with my clients and look forward to sharing it with them!