The Little Book of Stress Relief [Paperback]

Dr. David Posen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 5, 2009

In controlled doses, stress can improve performance, but left unchecked, it can create feelings of fatigue and helplessness, and lead to a variety of health complications. In this timely book, Dr. David Posen shows readers how to regain control of their lives and achieve a satisfying work-life balance by overcoming stress. Dr. Posen shows readers how to become aware of stress-inducing behavior, make informed choices, and give themselves permission to make changes in their daily lives. In 52 short sessions, the author isolates specific causes of stress and provides detailed "prescriptions" for overcoming them. He includes easy activities and exercises to help with everything from getting enough sleep to overcoming procrastination to perfecting the art of prioritizing. The book also explains how to avoid taking on other people’s stress. Dr. Posen’s persuasive style shows how to make those small daily changes that together can have a profound positive effect on the quality of life.

Editorial Reviews

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This well-written book is set up in 52 very brief chapters... you seriously tackle one issue a week. (Laura Hardy Arkansas Democrat-Gazette ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

DAVID POSEN, MD, was for many years a family physician who currently counsels patients on stress and lifestyle management. He is also a leading speaker and trainer in the areas of stress mastery, change management and work-life balance, lecturing widely across North America. He is the bestselling author of The Little Book of Stress Relief and Staying Afloat When the Water Gets Rough.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Key Porter Books; Original edition (May 5, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1552635295
• ISBN-13: 978-1552635292
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #394,197 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of my all time favorite books!, September 14, 2008

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Kim (Conshohocken, PA United States) - See all my reviews

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I think I've only done one review in my life so far, but I felt compelled to write a review for this book after I saw that only one person reviewed it! I love this book! I'm surprised to see that not many other people have reviewed it! It is a simple, easy read, with each 'chapter' only consisting of 2-3 pages at most. Each topic/chapter is well-written with good examples and action-items at the end for you to take (if you wish). The best part about this book is you can scan through and just pick a topic that you are having problems with, and read that topic only. However, I find that once I read one topic, I can't help but go to the next topic. I find myself going back to this book every 6 months to re-read it, just to remind myself of the little things I can do to help relieve my stress and make my life a little better. He provides actual concrete solutions and exercises rather than just ramble on about the theory behind why you're stressed. This is one of those books that I'll keep in my bookcase for years to come. If you have any bit of stress, this book is for you!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and easy to read. Loved it., January 5, 2007

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Joseph Freudenthal (St. Joseph, MO) - See all my reviews
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What a great little book. You can digest it in daily chunks and really chew on and apply each principle. I liked it so much I recommended it on my blog: [...]

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Part of our Wellness Program, November 23, 2009

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I am Chair of our Wellness Committee at work and use this book to include bits and pieces in our company newsletter and throughout the week to help staff understand they are not along and that stress can be handled. So far I think it is working great, I appreciate the articles are short and to the point and that allows me to highlight important points without writing a page of information. I would recommend this book, thank you.