Originally published in 1975 by Fontana, a new edition of a personal psychology book by the author of WHY AM I AFRAID TO LOVE? It aims to help the reader become more emotionally open and less insecure by encouraging communication and interaction with others, thus leading to personal maturity and self-awareness.
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40 of 43 people found the following review helpful
By B. O'CONNELL
Format:Paperback
This book literally changed my life. Reading it has allowed me to understand some important parts of who I am - without being afraid anymore. Now, while there are things I keep private, there is nothing in, or about, my life that I would be embarrassed by people finding out. I recommend this book to all my friends, have loaned it to many, bought it for some and quote it to all. A must read again and again, which is made easy by its' concise and accessible format. Do yourself and your loved ones a favor and get this book; maybe even get them a copy - NOW !
27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Any person who desires to understand himself in regard to personal growth and relationship with others must read this book. I have read and reread this book and use it to counsel others. Powell deals with the topic of human growth and development with acute precision and accuracy that informs a picture of the well-integrated, whole individual. He communicates this person in the honor of the image of God, not in a preachy tone but such as to reflect the dignity of humankind and his own vast understanding in religion and classical studies. He also touches at the nerve of why individuals mask themselves from others and the care and caution that we as counselors need to take in dealing with these people. His catalog of games and roles is so descriptive that even emotionally healthy persons can identify the weakend emotional tendencies that characterize their life. The principles in this book can be communicated to adolescent and adult alike. Simply indispensable.
57 of 66 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
For many years, I wondered why some people abruptly shifted their eyes away from my eyes. I also wondered how it would be possible for me to acquire the charisma that I admire in many public people.
This book is the answer.
People who shift their eyes from my eyes fear that if I notice who they are, and if I don't like who they are, they won't be accepted, because, to them, that is all that they have. I learned that those people have a self-concept that is based upon anticipating what others will think of them.
And to become as charismatic as those I most admire, I've learned that by first accepting everything about myself, I am free to emulate them, without losing myself.
This little book has so much information for anyone who desires to be their best.
Read this book to become more than comfortable in your own skin.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
It's okay, but there's just something missing and too much of another.
This book is okay, it tells you explanations to why people do certain things. But it doesn't really explain how to change yourself... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kai
5.0 out of 5 stars
Self Awareness
Gave me a true understanding of why I don't allow people even those close to me truly into my life
Published 2 months ago by Casey
4.0 out of 5 stars
Insightful
Based upon my past readings of John Powell, I relaized that this book was missing form my library.
We are all hiding behind masks and this helps us understand and then have... Read more
We are all hiding behind masks and this helps us understand and then have... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Barbara Barlow
3.0 out of 5 stars
Okay
I like the subject matter, it is the way the book is written that I do not
care for. I feel like the author is not talking to me rather he is talking
at me.
care for. I feel like the author is not talking to me rather he is talking
at me.
Published 2 months ago by Justine Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
self help
I purchased this book for personal reasons and It was easy to read and understand. I would suggest this book for anyone who has struggles in their life
Published 3 months ago by Mary Alm
2.0 out of 5 stars
Religious
I bought this book since it was quoted in another self-help book I had read and enjoyed, but this book was a little too religiously oriented for me to benefit from.
Published 3 months ago by V. Fitzpatrick
1.0 out of 5 stars
Product defect
The seller stated that the book was in good condition. The book was in terrible condition, the cover was torn and when open all of the pages begin to separate and become unbound. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Norma Madison
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting
There are sections that are enlightening; but for the most the book has not grabbed hold of me. Worth a look.
Published 4 months ago by Mish
5.0 out of 5 stars
EXCELLANT!!! Book simply Amazing the first page was like WOW!!
This is a must read! book for anyone who wants to Mature, and stop playing self defeting games that cause you to stay imature! Read more
Published 6 months ago by Susie
5.0 out of 5 stars
BEST DAM BOOK EVER!
Oh my I have already read it twice and I'm re-reading IT AGAIN! best dam book I've ever read!!!!!!! and was EXACTLY the question I've been asking myself for over 20 years! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Susie
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