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The Mindful Way through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness

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The Mindful Way through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness

by J. Mark G. Williams, John D. Teasdale, Zindel V. Segal

Guilford Publications | June 2, 2007 | Trade Paperback

If you''ve ever struggled with depression, take heart. Mindfulness, a simple yet powerful way of paying attention to your most difficult emotions and life experiences, can help you break the cycle of chronic unhappiness once and for all. In The Mindful Way through Depression, four uniquely qualified experts explain why our usual attempts to "think our way out of a bad mood or just "snap out of it lead us deeper into the downward spiral. Through insightful lessons drawn from both Eastern meditative traditions and cognitive therapy, they demonstrate how to sidestep the mental habits that lead to despair, including rumination and self-blame, so you can face life''s challenges with greater resilience. Jon Kabat-Zinn gently and encouragingly narrates the accompanying CD of guided meditations, making this a complete package for anyone seeking to regain a sense of hope and well-being.

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    Donna Dolbear

    3 years ago

    While conceptually, this book is okay, the redundancy literally bored me to sleep. The accompanying CD was nothing short of completely annoying and I couldn't stand to listen to it.

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    Rating: 5/5

    Excellent Resource – Deserves to be Promoted

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    4 years ago

    This is a simply outstanding book - likely to be classic in the self help literature for depression.

    It is written by world leaders in this area from Toronto, Oxford and Boston. This book is exceptional in its focus; it is specifically designed for patients with recurrent depression, practical; without "dumbing down" the content, the authors employ an almost conversational style and use many human and plausible stories, and it incorporates a CD to teach mindfulness meditation. Highly Recommended.

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    Paul Hutchinson

    I am very grateful to the people who researched and wrote this book. I think that, for many, this is the breakthrough idea and the breakthrough book. Begin with caution if you are very unwell, and be prepared to learn and practice a skill. It's not at all hard but takes practice. I had to return to the book to refresh my understanding.

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If you''ve ever struggled with depression, take heart. Mindfulness, a simple yet powerful way of paying attention to your most difficult emotions and life experiences, can help you break the cycle of chronic unhappiness once and for all. In The Mindful Way through Depression, four uniquely qualified experts explain why our usual attempts to "think our way out of a bad mood or just "snap out of it lead us deeper into the downward spiral. Through insightful lessons drawn from both Eastern meditative traditions and cognitive therapy, they demonstrate how to sidestep the mental habits that lead to despair, including rumination and self-blame, so you can face life''s challenges with greater resilience. Jon Kabat-Zinn gently and encouragingly narrates the accompanying CD of guided meditations, making this a complete package for anyone seeking to regain a sense of hope and well-being.

About the Author

Mark Williams, PhD,is Professor of Clinical Psychology and Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellow at University of Oxford, United Kingdom. With Drs. Segal and Teasdale, he authoredMindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression, a bestselling book for professionals.

John Teasdale, PhD,has held senior research appointments in the Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, and in the Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Zindel Segal, PhD,is the Morgan Firestone Chair in Psychotherapy at the University of Toronto and Head of the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Unit at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD,is internationally known for his work as a bestselling author, scientist, and meditation teacher. He is Professor Emeritus of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

Trade Paperback

273 Pages, 6 x 9 x 0.68 in

June 2, 2007

Guilford Publications

English


1593851286
9781593851286

From the Critics

"With the emergence of "The Mindful Way Through Depression," those with chronic unhappiness now have a text that speaks poignantly to their experience....Overall the text is a personal and easy to read narrative that still manages to include most of the difficult concepts of mindfulness....The reader is left feeling hopeful and excited about the possibility of being truly free from chronic unhappiness and fully alive."--"Canadian Psychology"

"Very easy to read and is a useful guide to those wishing to use just one aid from the vast number available to those in the practice."--"Journal of the Buddhist Society""Every word in this affordable paperback seems to embody the gentleness and the spirit of openness that one brings to the practice of MBCT. It is therefore an ideal tool for guided self-help....Invaluable for all non-professionals and therapist alike, "The Mindful Way through Depression "takes the reader step by step on a journey of exploration....Just get the book, get your bottom on the cushion and read it."--"British Journal of Psychiatry" "A practical, thoughtful approach to the treatment of depression, combining classic cognitive techniques with the use of mindfulness, or a sense of non-judgmental awareness of and attention to the present moment....I would definitely recommend "The Mindful Way Through Depression" to therapists wanting to incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques with their clients, and I also believe that it would be appropriate self-help reading for depression sufferers who have an interest in meditation techniques and/or who are looking for a fresh perspective to assist with managing their depression."--"Metapsychology Online Reviews"

"This is ahelpful book for readers interested in mindfulness and meditation approaches to treating depression....This can be a good resource for individuals wishing to embark on a self-therapy voyage."--"Doody''s Review Service"

"Composed by a star-studded team of scientists and practitioners, this powerful book is the best self-help title to arrive since David Burns''s seminal "Feeling Good," Williams, Teasdale, and Segal previously collaborated on "Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression, "a well-received text for mental health professionals. Add to the mix Jon Kabat-Zinn, a luminary in his own right, and the result is a useful lay reader''s guide to incorporating mindfulness techniques in everyday life. Providing a realistic 8-week program, this wonderful guide and its accompanying CD offer invaluable practical strategies for banishing depression and regaining one''s life. Highly recommended. (starred review)"--"Library Journal"

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