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Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

By Julie Smith

Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? HarperOne, 2022.

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A brief summary of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

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.

Key insights in Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

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What do you get from this book? Valuable insights and strategies for working through emotional challenges
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Mood is dependent upon a variety of factors, but there are things we can do to feel better about ourselves
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When we get stuck in our own thoughts, we need distance to help us see them more clearly
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Motivation is triggered by our actions and small incremental goals are the most beneficial
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If you’re feeling upset or overwhelmed, techniques that focus on awareness and self-soothing can help
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Saying goodbye is never easy, but there are healthy ways to cope with loss
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Be open to criticism but develop your confidence so that it doesn’t rule your life
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Everyone is afraid of something, but trying to sidestep fear only makes it worse
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Fear takes many forms, but if you can maintain a reality check on it, you can overcome it
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Not all stress is bad, though chronic mismatches can cause real harm
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Long-term stress can impact physical health, but a few simple changes can reverse the effects
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Focusing on values rather than goals will help you stay motivated and find new meaning in life
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Relationships are vital to our happiness, but they are also incredibly tricky to navigate
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Psychologists • therapists • 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?

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.

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