Böcker av Donald Robertson

The life-changing principles of Stoicism taught through the story of its most famous proponent.

Why should modern psychotherapists be interested in philosophy, especially ancient philosophy? Why should philosophers be interested in psychotherapy? This book traces the origins of modern cognitive-behavioural therapy, noting an analogy with ancient philosophy.

Resilience: How to Thrive and Survive in Any Situation helps you to prepare for adversity by finding healthier ways of responding to stressful thoughts and feelings. You will learn a comprehensive toolkit of effective therapeutic strategies and techniques, drawing upon innovative 'mindfulness and acceptance-based' approaches to cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), combined with elements of established psychological approaches to stress prevention and management. The book also draws upon classical Stoic philosophy to provide a wider context for resilience-building. This book is a complete course in resilience training, covering everything from building long-term resilience by developing psychological flexibility, mindfulness and valued action, through specific behavioural skills such as applied relaxation, worry postponement, problem-solving, and assertiveness. Each chapter contains a self-assessment test, case study, practical exercises and reminder boxes and concludes with a reminder of the key points of the chapter (Focus Points) and a round-up of what to expect in the next (Next Step), which will whet your appetite for what's coming and how it relates to what you've just read.

How the ancient wisdom of the Stoic philosophers can make you more resilient, more positive, more successful and more happy

Arline, an 86-year-old woman living in a mature adult village, finds herself increasingly isolated as her friends and family grow tired of her self-centered monologues about her past. Her only companions are her pet parrots, who respond to her with the few words she's taught them. But when each parrot eventually passes away, Arline decides to replace them with an electronic bird that responds to her voice. Loneliness and despair take hold of her life until one day, the electronic bird surprises her by speaking. It encourages her to wake up, get up, and open her mind to the world. Arline embarks on magical journeys with her talking parrot, visiting places she'd never dreamed of, from local soccer fields to far-flung destinations like the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the Great Wall of China. As Arline shares her adventures with her neighbors, she forms new friendships and becomes the center of a lively community. Her newfound zest for life inspires others to seize the day and make the most of their surroundings. Arline's final adventure takes her to help the homeless, support causes, and make a positive impact on the world In this heartwarming tale of self-discovery and connection, Arline learns that true happiness comes from within and that every day is an opportunity for a new adventure. The Lady and the Parrot is a story of awakening, friendship, and the power of positive action, reminding readers that it's never too late to change and make a difference in the world. With charming illustrations, this book is a delightful journey of the spirit.