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Summary: Table of Contents
Review: Although the title of my review may sound a little cliche and gaudy it is actually not far from the truth. Having read the excellent Anxiety and Phobia Workbooks and gaining immense insight from them, I was eager to read one more book from Edmund Bourne. This book is an excellent read/resource for a number of reasons. Bourne, himself has suffered from anxiety for over 30 years and in the first part of the book he shares his struggles with the reader which gives us a sense of connection with him. Healing Fear does have some similarities to his previous books but it has evolved and expanded. Bourne now believes that there are far more circumstances when medication may be appropriate and even necessary. Also, there is a section on herbs which are relatively new to western civilization in the treatmentment of anxiety. Something else that is different about this book is the second section which has some definite ties to spirituality. Developing Your Observing Self is one of the most powerful and meaningful chapters that I have ever read in any book. Additionally, the numerous forms of relaxation are discussed as well as finding meaning in life. There are undoubtable ties between these subjects and lasting recovery from anxiety. True recovery ofter requires a shift in the way we look at things and the pace at which we live our lives. Incorporating a certain amount of relaxation and thought calming in our everyday lives is in many cases very necessary to our complete and full recovery from anxiety. In the last chapter there is a list of things to do everyday to avoid an accumulation of stress and there is a complete appendix to the book filled with suggested readings that are inspiring. Healing Fear does just what the title says it does and you will not be disappointed with your purchase.
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Summary: A complete and lasting recovery from Anxiety in one book
Review: Although the title of my review may sound a little cliche and gaudy it is actually not far from the truth. Having read the excellent Anxiety and Phobia Workbooks and gaining immense insight from them, I was eager to read one more book from Edmund Bourne. This book is an excellent read/resource for a number of reasons. Bourne, himself has suffered from anxiety for over 30 years and in the first part of the book he shares his struggles with the reader which gives us a sense of connection with him. Healing Fear does have some similarities to his previous books but it has evolved and expanded. Bourne now believes that there are far more circumstances when medication may be appropriate and even necessary. Also, there is a section on herbs which are relatively new to western civilization in the treatmentment of anxiety. Something else that is different about this book is the second section which has some definite ties to spirituality. Developing Your Observing Self is one of the most powerful and meaningful chapters that I have ever read in any book. Additionally, the numerous forms of relaxation are discussed as well as finding meaning in life. There are undoubtable ties between these subjects and lasting recovery from anxiety. True recovery ofter requires a shift in the way we look at things and the pace at which we live our lives. Incorporating a certain amount of relaxation and thought calming in our everyday lives is in many cases very necessary to our complete and full recovery from anxiety. In the last chapter there is a list of things to do everyday to avoid an accumulation of stress and there is a complete appendix to the book filled with suggested readings that are inspiring. Healing Fear does just what the title says it does and you will not be disappointed with your purchase.
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Summary: A Comprehensive and Extremely Practical Guide
Review: Dr. Bourne has an excellent track record for providing real help for real people, and this book is no exception. I always love it when a self-help author is willing to put his own story out there, and Dr. Bourne does so in a way that helps readers know that they are not alone with whatever degree or variety of anxiety that haunts them. As a psychotherapist and author who also teaches about overcoming fear's control in our lives, I have tremendous respect for Dr. Bourne's well-thought out, thorough approach to the subject. He is not a "one technique fits all" kind of author, but instead offers a very complete catalog of options from which to choose. Last, but not least, Healing Fear has something many self-help books don't have: humility. Dr. Bourne understands that cognitive/behavioral techniques are very powerful in the face of fear and anxieties, but he includes respectful and intelligent information about the value of medication and of spiritual practice. This is a book to which I never hesitate to refer a client, friend or family member. -Thom Rutledge, Author of Embracing Fear (HarperSanFancisco)
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Summary: Dr. Bourne gave me the tools to begin anew with hope
Review: Dr. Bourne was so available when I was at the end of my road looking for recovery. He gave me the tools and the people to help me stand up and continue. I also use this book and his other book as my bible and I refer to it in every situation. There is a way out and he shows you the door to open.
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Summary: Don't be scared-
Review: I bought this book a few weeks ago, and have not been able to open the cover up yet... I shake every time I look at it. Someone told me that I needed to get over my fear of paper, so I went to my psychiatrist, and this is what he suggested I read. I am sure it's a good book, as it was suggested to me by a doctor. I can tell you one thing, I can smell this book when I enter the door. I know it's watching me, I just know it.
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Summary: This book is very special
Review: I just finished reading Healing Fear. Bourne takes you through a number of paths that lead you towards discovering the way suitable to your own recovery. Healing Fear is very well written. I am sure that hours of careful reflection preceded each thought put forward in the book. It is comprehensive, thoughtful, maintains a high level of maturity through Bourne's opennes to refer you to other resources and communicates compassion as well as understanding for anxiety suffers that i experienced for the first time on this level.
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Summary: edmund bourne is a truly talented healer and therapist!
Review: these books (by Edmund J Bourne) don't miss a thing. I was never diagnosed with anxiety disorder, my md hadn't heard about those disorders, and he'd run out of tests to do, and ideas. So,sometime later, when I read this book, everything fell into place, and I could then know what i needed to get(a qualified behaviourist) which i did. I'm still agoraphobic, but won't be for much longer. It's just when your md doesn't know- it wastes alot of time. These books go past informing and cover everything you need to make a recovery.
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Summary: Empathy at its best
Review: This book has been one of the most influental books I have ever read, and is easily the best book on shyness I have ever read. The author gave me many good ideas to reduce my stress/anxiety in social situations, and also helped me to better understand the sources of my anxiety and shyness. I still sometimes go back and reread portions of the book. A huge thank you to Dr. Bourne for giving me a way to change my life for the better.
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