This humorous, inspirational gift book is about coping with life, as 'told' by a fretful soft-coated wheaten terrier dog, Casey B. Worrywart, Dogtor of Philosophy, to his human mom, a psychiatrist. Pairs of pages include Caseys point of view concerning common life situations, quotations from famous people related to the theme, and a color photo of Casey illustrating the situation.
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Iris Bell, MD PhD is a Board-certified psychiatrist and university professor. She has written and co-authored over a hundred scientific papers on topics ranging from psychiatry to biofeedback to alternative medicine, as well as the impact of personality on health.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Combining humorous, insightful, and inspirational comments and quotations from motivational leaders
June 9, 2007
Format:Hardcover
"Chew On Things -- It Helps You Think: Words Of Wisdom From A Worried Canine" by psychiatrist and alternative medicine researcher Iris Bell is a photo-essay self-help book inspired by Casey -- the author's shy and lovable worrywart of a dog. Combining humorous, insightful, and inspirational comments and quotations from motivational leaders, celebrities, and philosophers with 56 color and 1 black-and-white illustration, "Chew On Things -- It Helps You Think" can be read with appreciation and enjoyment by dog lovers from 8 to 80. A charming and original reminder of how a person (and their canine companion) can love and appreciate others, "Chew On Things -- It Helps You Think" is very highly recommended reading and a worthwhile addition to any personal or community library Self-Help/Self-Improvement reading list or collection.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I love this book for several reasons. It shares the life and antics of a beloved pet, and I am always a sucker for stories about animals and their people. :-) But this one is unique because it also offers gentle, fuzzy (as in VERY fuzzy), and humorous soothing to people experiencing anxieties big and small (hmmm, this describes all of us at one time or another, no?)
This little soft-coated wheaten terrier is wise and also zen-like in his remarks -- calms me right down without Prozac, Xanax, alcohol, or other chemical restraints! Dr. Bell counterposes harmonizing quotes from famous humans. One of my favorites is on page 14, where Dogtor Casey is dealing with 'bad hair days'. Here Lily Tomlin also tells us, "Reality is the leading cause of stress among those in touch with it." It took me a moment to 'get' that, but what a wonderful laugh once I did! This is how Casey and Iris reach into your heart and affectionately tweak your mind at the same time: with subtle, gentle, accurate comments on things we all face. Grab the book -- it costs a lot less than therapy or medications, and you come out with an attitude adjustment that lasts and lasts!
This little soft-coated wheaten terrier is wise and also zen-like in his remarks -- calms me right down without Prozac, Xanax, alcohol, or other chemical restraints! Dr. Bell counterposes harmonizing quotes from famous humans. One of my favorites is on page 14, where Dogtor Casey is dealing with 'bad hair days'. Here Lily Tomlin also tells us, "Reality is the leading cause of stress among those in touch with it." It took me a moment to 'get' that, but what a wonderful laugh once I did! This is how Casey and Iris reach into your heart and affectionately tweak your mind at the same time: with subtle, gentle, accurate comments on things we all face. Grab the book -- it costs a lot less than therapy or medications, and you come out with an attitude adjustment that lasts and lasts!
Format:Hardcover
Everyone knows that having a furry pet helps you to live a more relaxed life. According to various research studies, just stroking a pet's fur enables the pet owner to stave off depression, loneliness and controls blood pressure better than ACE inhibiting drugs. It just makes sense; focusing on another creature's needs instead of wallowing in your own while basking in the pet's ability to reward with a show of unconditional love, makes you feel better without even going through the effort of thinking about garnering a more positive feeling. Now if just petting an animal can help you do all this, just imagine what it would be like to get advise from your own canine philosopher, Casey B. Worrywart! In "Chew on Things - It Helps You Think," Casey's owner and psychiatrist, Dr. Iris Bell presents her fuzzy wunderkind in a lovely little coffee table offering that can do nothing but make its reader smile.
Meant to be referenced like a motivator for the day rather than something one would read from cover to cover in one sitting, the format of the book follows a two-page spread concept; the comments by a scholarly albeit fretfully anthropomorphic Casey followed by an apropos quotation from a notable celebrity or great thinker on the left page suggests the theme depicted in the full-page color photo on the right. The photos are all of Casey captured in all his natural glory in various doggy-poses that illustrate his `thought for the spread.' Endearing and clever, no one who looks at this posthumous tribute to Casey's unique doggy wisdom can fail to be charmed by the antics and anthropomorphic thoughts of this sweet canine mentor with the wry and nervous leanings of a furball Woody Allen.
Included with the book is access to Dr. Bell's website bonuses which include a very funny poster of Casey's Coping System and the helpful '21 Tips for People Who Worry A lot.'
Bottom Line? Dr. Iris Bell obviously loves her terrier Casey beyond words. In "Chew on It - It Helps You Think," she exposes others to his timeless charm and infinite wisdom by presenting him in an attractive book of color photos and quotes that will move the reader from a state of stress to one of instant relaxation. The author now offers a workbook featuring Casey and his treasured philosophy. Recommended to those who need a quick pick-me-up from a furry friend.
Diana Faillace Von Behren
"reneofc"
Meant to be referenced like a motivator for the day rather than something one would read from cover to cover in one sitting, the format of the book follows a two-page spread concept; the comments by a scholarly albeit fretfully anthropomorphic Casey followed by an apropos quotation from a notable celebrity or great thinker on the left page suggests the theme depicted in the full-page color photo on the right. The photos are all of Casey captured in all his natural glory in various doggy-poses that illustrate his `thought for the spread.' Endearing and clever, no one who looks at this posthumous tribute to Casey's unique doggy wisdom can fail to be charmed by the antics and anthropomorphic thoughts of this sweet canine mentor with the wry and nervous leanings of a furball Woody Allen.
Included with the book is access to Dr. Bell's website bonuses which include a very funny poster of Casey's Coping System and the helpful '21 Tips for People Who Worry A lot.'
Bottom Line? Dr. Iris Bell obviously loves her terrier Casey beyond words. In "Chew on It - It Helps You Think," she exposes others to his timeless charm and infinite wisdom by presenting him in an attractive book of color photos and quotes that will move the reader from a state of stress to one of instant relaxation. The author now offers a workbook featuring Casey and his treasured philosophy. Recommended to those who need a quick pick-me-up from a furry friend.
Diana Faillace Von Behren
"reneofc"
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Short and sweet, simple yet deep
Dr. Iris Bell came up with a simplistic, yet brilliant idea that landed her (and Casey) a Writer's Digest International Self-Published Book Awards Winner in "CHEW on THINGS - It... Read more
Published on May 18, 2008 by jasenao
A Fun, Heartwarming Book For Every Dog Lover.
If you love dogs, you'll love "Chew On Things- It Helps You Think" because this is a book about loving dogs. Read more
Published on April 2, 2008 by Michael Kropotkin
Amazing & Insightful Gem of a Book
I have to confess something here. I've had this book here for several weeks but I had to wait till my son went to bed so I could read this book. Read more
Published on March 25, 2008 by Busy Mom
Inspiration from a Wise Terrier
Illustrated with adorable pictures, this is a great book for those who might need a bit of philosophy, a bit of therapy and a bit of a laugh. Read more
Published on March 25, 2008 by Sires
Be a Character
When I first saw this book in the mail, I had the same reaction that I had when I received the book, "The Tipping Point. Read more
Published on March 23, 2008 by Carmen Matthews
Calling Dr. Casey!!!
Have you ever thought that your dog could probably figure out your life better than you could? That if only you could read his mind, that you might learn an awful lot? Read more
Published on March 21, 2008 by K. A. Stevenson
An absolutely wonderful book!
This delightful and heartwarming book was simply too short for me! I thoroughly enjoyed the observations on life made by Casey, the inserted famous people quotes but, the best part... Read more
Published on March 12, 2008 by Frank J. Konopka
You learn things
Reviewed by April Sullivan for Reader Views (11/07)
"Chew on Things - It Helps You Think" was written by Iris Bell, but only as told to her by Casey B. Read more
"Chew on Things - It Helps You Think" was written by Iris Bell, but only as told to her by Casey B. Read more
Published on April 22, 2007 by Reader Views
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