Taking Control of Your Life [Paperback]

Myron K. Downing (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 2000

This book takes the mystery out of therapy and personal growth by guiding readers through their Universal Processes and helping them increase their Emotional Quotient (E.Q.). Readers will learn how they create anger, depression, love, fear, happiness, confusion; and how these and other emotions can be changes. Taking Control of Your Life is life changing.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"If you interact with children, families or co-workers, this is a must-read book for you!" -- -Howard Watkins, Attorney of Fresno, CA

"The lessons used in this book go beyond the conceptual and teach you the essential tools..." -- Loree Little, PhD, Registered Psychologist

"This expertly written book explains that we can only change and improve our emotions and behaviors..." -- -Wilfred P. Derksen, MD, Fellow American Academy Pediatrics

About the Author

-Developed an innovative approach to therapy:
Cognitive-Affective Behavioral Approach
-Developed Diversionary Treatment Program for Fresno County Probation Dept. 1972-1974
-Founded the Family Communication Center in 1974
-Founded Foster Friends, a licensed Foster Family Agency in 1989
-Founded Friends Home, (Group Home for adolescent girls)
-Taught extension and graduate level courses at Fresno Pacific University, Fresno State University and Fresno City College
-Program Coordinator for Oak Grove Children's Homes
-Hosted live call-in radio and television shows
-Author of Anatomy of a Victim (1991) and Doc's Quotable Quotes (1995)
-Has served in such capacities as therapist, teacher, author, consultant, program developer and administrator
-Currently serves as the Executive Director for Fresno Youth Advocates, Foster Friends, Friends Home and Family Communication Center

Product Details

• Paperback: 223 pages
• Publisher: Twenty First Century Communications (November 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966768000
• ISBN-13: 978-0966768008
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,008,530 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-read, no doubt!, December 18, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Taking Control of Your Life (Paperback)

Taking Control of Your Life is a must-read, no doubt! It's everyday language makes it useful and applicable for just about anyone. You needn't be a mental health professional to follow its flowing text, its comprehensive Lessons, and its practical Exercises. It is the ultimate in personal, self-help guides.

One main factor that sets this book aside from other self help aids, is the author's use of personal history and personal experiences. He does not "preach" from a soap box, but rather teaches you what he has learned from his own life experiences. Reading about his experiences made me feel very validated and normal. He helped me realize my problems and issues are common to many people. By the end of the book, I felt I as though I had made a friend.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing How-To Book for Seizing Control of Your Life!, April 25, 2002

By 

Rena Thorstensen (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Taking Control of Your Life (Paperback)

In this groundbreaking book, Myron "Doc" Downing casts a new light on how we become the way we are, how we got this way, and how we can change -- if that is our choice. Doc's writing is brave and personal. He never asks you to go where he has not already gone, and his own experiences light the way.

This is not an ordinary run-of-the mill self-help book. Rather, it is a book to be read, discussed, re-read, and then discussed again. If you work with people, I would suggest keeping extras on hand. I have given a copy to each of my five daughters and to co-workers. Almost every day, as I listen to people, I find myself thinking "there's an answer to that problem in Doc's book!" and there goes another copy.

I would give this book has my very highest, five-star plus, recommendation!

Doc ends his book on this note: "My wish for all of you is that you Take Control of Your Life from this day on." This book will let you do exactly that.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good, practical wisdom, March 27, 2004

By 

Matt Perelstein (Fort Bragg, Mendocino Coast, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Taking Control of Your Life (Paperback)

Doc's book offers real, practical, everyday lessons that can really improve the way you feel about your life. Used by hundreds in their personal growth, this book has helped people better understand their feelings, beliefs, values and what makes them tick. Doc's style is fun and easy to read. Try it -- you'll be glad you did!