Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
By Julie Smith
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? HarperOne, 2022.
Summary of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? book by Julie Smith
An empowering approach to mental health that teaches how to manage anxiety, depression, and self-doubt, so that you can forgive yourself as well as others and create the happy life that you deserve.
Chapters in Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? book summary
What do you get from this book? Valuable insights and strategies for working through emotional challenges
Mood is dependent upon a variety of factors, but there are things we can do to feel better about ourselves
When we get stuck in our own thoughts, we need distance to help us see them more clearly
Motivation is triggered by our actions and small incremental goals are the most beneficial
If you’re feeling upset or overwhelmed, techniques that focus on awareness and self-soothing can help
Saying goodbye is never easy, but there are healthy ways to cope with loss
Be open to criticism but develop your confidence so that it doesn’t rule your life
Everyone is afraid of something, but trying to sidestep fear only makes it worse
Fear takes many forms, but if you can maintain a reality check on it, you can overcome it
Not all stress is bad, though chronic mismatches can cause real harm
Long-term stress can impact physical health, but a few simple changes can reverse the effects
Focusing on values rather than goals will help you stay motivated and find new meaning in life
Relationships are vital to our happiness, but they are also incredibly tricky to navigate
Summary of the key insights
Selected critiques in brief
Final word
Unlock all 16 chapters of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? — Get full access to this book summary and thousands more on Lobab.
Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? — Book Summary Snapshot
Who should read Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? book
- Psychologists
- people who are stressed
- those in need of mental health guidance
- folks facing trauma
- anyone looking for coping strategies
About the author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
Julie Smith
Dr. Julie Smith is a British-born clinical psychologist and content creator. She spent a decade in private practice before turning to social media to address mental health issues for a global audience. Smith is the recipient of the Future Shapers award from Marie Claire magazine, and has appeared on Good Morning Britain, CNN, and the BBC.
Books similar to Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
Related books that explore themes found in Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
Loretta Graziano
Dopamine, Endorphin, Oxytocin, Serotonin. Createspace, 2012.
Douglas Abrams
A Survival Guide for Trying Times. Celadon Books, 2021.
Judson Brewer
New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind. Avery, 2021.
Dacher Keltner
The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life. Penguin Press, 2023.
Tanya Dalton
Live More by Doing Less. Thomas Nelson, 2019.
Shunryu Suzuki
Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice. Edited by Trudy Dixon, Weatherhill Inc., 1973.
Topics related to Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? book
Explore topics that share themes with Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? across Lobab's library
Categories Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? book belongs to
Discover other book summaries in the same categories as Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
If you liked Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?, you might also enjoy
Books on different topics that Lobab readers often explore alongside Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
Nicole LePera
Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self. Harper Wave, 2021.
Amy Morin
Take Back Your Power, Embrace Change, Face Your Fears, and Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success. William Morrow, 2014.
Josephy Murphy
The Power of Your Subconscious Mind. Way to Success, 2019.
Elaine N. Aron
How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You. Citadel Press, 2020.
Don MIguel Ruiz
A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book). Amber-Allen Publishing, Inc, 1997.
Dan Harris
A 10% Happier How-to Book. Harmony, 2017.
Ian Ayres
Unlock the Power of Incentives to Get Things Done. Bantam Books, 2010.
Diane Poole Heller
How to Create Deep and Lasting Intimate Relationships. Sounds True, 2019.
Judson Brewer
New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal Your Mind. Avery, 2021.
Tim Ferriss
The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers. Mariner Books, 2016.
Can't decide where to start?
With thousands of book summaries across multiple categories and topics, there's always something new to discover. Browse the full library to find your next great read.
Your library
All-you-can-read
Categories
15 categories
Topics
120+ topics
Today's free book summary
Every day, one book summary is completely free to read. Subscribe to unlock the entire library — or just enjoy today's pick on us.
Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics
Dan Harris
An off-beat approach that demystifies meditation and demonstrates its incredible benefits—all backed by scientific research—while making mindfulness more accessible to the masses and helping those pressed for time carve out a few minutes per day to invest in their overall wellbeing.
Library
All-you-can-read
Formats
Text & audio
Free daily
1 book / day
What Lobab readers are saying
Not sure if Lobab book summaries are for you? Here's what our community thinks.
“Lobab is a standout in the world of book summary apps, offering concise, insightful summaries of a wide range of books. Its user-friendly interface and well-crafted summaries allow users to quickly grasp the essence of complex works, making it an invaluable tool for those looking to learn more in less time. Whether for personal growth or professional development, Lobab is a game changer for anyone wanting to expand their knowledge efficiently. Highly recommended!”
Ramogh
Lobab Reader
“Top quality app with plenty of brilliant summaries!”
Benjamin Roche
Lobab Reader
“I found a really great book app that has made reading even more enjoyable ⭐️📚. It is super easy to use, has a lot of books to choose from, gives personalized recommendations, works well with e-readers, has an active community, and is accessible to everyone. I highly recommend it to all book enthusiasts!”
Nedal Ahmed
Lobab Reader