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A Language of the Heart: Therapy Stories That Heal

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This little book changes the way I view everything: myself, people around me, and the world. It is a very simple and easy-to-read book, but it contains some of the most profound revelations I have ever come across. If, like me, you have always felt somewhat dissatisfied with certain aspects of your life, but can't figure out what you need to do in order to feel validated, joyful and content, then this book will give you the tools to fix things for yourself. It has taught me to not rely on other people to make me happy, and that ultimately, true happiness comes from within ourselves. It contains exercises which you would need to do in order to benefit from this book fully. Probably the only self-help book you'll ever need. Everything else you can figure out for yourself with the help of this book. I am surprised it has only one review so far. A hidden gem!

This is my first review on Amazon.com. I feel it's necessary to say that because I've read a lot, watched a lot, purchased a lot, and this is the first book to inspire me to put fingers to keys and tap out an actual review. I won't share too much more personally, but this book is life-changing- in the good way, of course. There are so many reviews out there that remind you that no one book can solve everything. I have to disagree. A Language of the Heart can fix it all... because it fixes the way you think. In this book you are reminded that you are perfect just the way you are (and it explains just what that means), how to protect yourself and others from anger (the most useless emotion of all), how our past shapes who we are today (but in a totally non-victim non-blaming kind of way), and the value in allowing yourself to be sad.

It's so tiny... yet so powerful.

Packed full of information and wisdom. I have read a lot of self-help books...some good, some bad. This is a very good one. My therapist gave me this book to read and it had been a wonderful addition to my medicine bag of healing tools. From the title, I would have thought that the book was mainly case studies, but not so. Schultz discusses how to recognize problems (old maps) in your life and how to respond with intention instead of just a "knee jerk" reaction. The exercises are easy, yet thought provoking. I highly recommend this book.

If you struggle with anger issues, feelings of hate or irritation toward a spouse or other loved one, or even just a general feeling of dissatisfaction with life and relationships (or yourself!) this little book can help you find your way to a more peaceful you. You are not broken, you just need to learn a different way of relating to other people (and yourself!). I have let people borrow my copy of this book, and received it back only after they have purchased their own so they don't have to be without it. It's a great resource.

I personally find ALOTH to be compatible and complimentary to Non-Violent Communication books, books by Byron Katie, the book Legacy Of The Heart by Wayne Muller and books by William Glasser.