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How many of us will know what to do to prevent our lives from spiraling out of control when we encounter traumatic events that threaten our safety, careers, emotions, health, or relationships? In this pragmatic and practical book, experienced life coach and former psychotherapist Eileen Lenson shows us tools to turn suffering into hope and develop resilience by combining scientific research with an understanding of our emotional and spiritual lives.

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Paperback: 278 pages
Publisher: Australian Academic Press (22 March 2018)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1925644065
ISBN-13: 978-1925644067
Product Dimensions: 15.9 x 1.9 x 23.5 cm
Boxed-product Weight: 395 g
Average Customer Review: 1 customer review

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About the Author

Eileen Lenson, MSW, ACSW, Board Certified Coach, has committed her professional career to helping people who are struggling with adversity. She is based in California and holds a Masters degree in Clinical Social Work, and prior to becoming a Professional Life Coach, was a practicing psychotherapist for over 20 years. Her broad experiences range from working with clients in medical and psychiatric hospitals, to her outpatient private practice. She has also developed and led support groups for parents who suffered the loss of a child, for couples going through a divorce, and for teens with social adjustment problems. In addition to her clinical work, she has spoken internationally on grief and bereavement. Author of a business book on psychotherapy and a chapter in a three-part volume on psychological trauma, Eileen has also written for newspapers and monthly columns, and taught seminars on adversity-related topics.

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Great for everyone!

12 June 2018

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This is a wonderful book. It's an easy read and combines stories of real life adversity with a positive and empowering strategies for enhancing resilience and emerging from challenges stronger and in many ways, happier. I love the practical tips and that the content draws from research in positive psychology as well as both the author's professional experience and her interviewee's personal stories. It's a great resource for everyone.

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and there are certainly plenty of good ones. Here is why Eileen Lenson’s book is ...

21 May 2018 - Published on Amazon.com

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Both in bookstores and online, there are plenty of “self help” books, and there are certainly plenty of good ones. Here is why Eileen Lenson’s book is unique.

In the final analysis, most authors’ advice is essentially to adopt a positive outlook as opposed to a negative outlook on life. Good advice, but easier said than done. If it were that easy, there would be no need for so many books on the subject.

“Overcoming Adversity” is at its heart a “practical” book. It doesn’t just give platitudes. It discusses in detail the most prevalent issues relating to overcoming adversity, and then outlines a simple structure as to how to accomplish that employing realistic avenues. The beauty of the book is that every issue is structured, outlined, and explained using the same template, chapter by chapter. So, one does not have to memorize the book. It can be used as a reference forever by going to one section or another that has meaning to your current situation.

One might say that the book teaches one how to respond to adversity rather than to react to it. It can make all the emotional difference in the world.

Jeffrey A. Smith, J.D.

D. L.....

I drew inspiration from the stories in this book

12 November 2018 - Published on Amazon.com

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The people Ms. Lenson interviewed were fascinating, and the struggles they shared in the book could have led them all to give up. Instead they all have that piece that allows one to push through and perservere. Lenson's book examines the steps one can take to do that too. You don't need to be an elite athlete to overcome obstacles. Instead by following this advice you can get there yourself.

M Fae Ochs

Highly recommend!!

13 July 2018 - Published on Amazon.com

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Very well written. It is obvious the author did intense research and knows this subject! Valuable read for many!

Stephanie Chiha

and social lines to demonstrate not only how to survive the painful experiences of your past

20 May 2018 - Published on Amazon.com

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Finally! A practical, how-to book on overcoming adversity. Not only does “Overcoming Adversity” transcend the theoretical and academic perspectives, it cuts across religious, cultural, educational, and social lines to demonstrate not only how to survive the painful experiences of your past, but how to thrive and become stronger because of them.

I was hooked by the opening story, and it set the tone that was conveyed throughout the book. It was well researched, and provided me with more information than I had before reading the book. On the other hand, it maintained a somewhat conversational quality that made it easier to absorb all the new information, and read less like a textbook. This makes sense, as it appears to me that this book has been written for the ‘every person’ who faces a very difficult point in his or her life.

In addition, the book takes a holistic approach to the subject. I felt that the author was considering all the important aspects of my life, as opposed to focusing on just one area such as religion, personal habits, business, etc. And in doing so, she made it clear as to what I can do to heal these areas.

An added benefit of this book is that the author includes sample exercises at the end of each chapter, designed to help internalize the core principles that are presented. It is always frustrating to read a book, even a really good book, and not know how to integrate what I have learned into my life. This book takes that extra step in ensuring that the readers are truly helped. It is as if the author has closed the loop on reading and assimilating information, and as a teacher, I especially appreciate that extra component.

I felt that each of her points was extensively addressed. After reading this book, I don’t feel the need to turn to yet another to learn more about each of the components one needs to address in order to overcome adversity. This book is like going to the library and having it all poured into one volume.

I will be holding on to this book and referring to it in the future when I feel myself getting stumped. My daughter may be receiving one for her birthday … just in case!

Jerome M. Bame

A Must Read For Medical Patients!

10 June 2018 - Published on Amazon.com

Format: Paperback

Having battled a life-threatening illness for the past year and a
half, I know firsthand how vital it is for one to be able to cope with,
if not overcome, adversities.
Being a cancer patient, myself, and continually being in the
presence of other cancer patients, I see the devastating affect
that the inability to deal with adversity has on a patient's well-
being.
I have used Eileen Lenson's book as a form of "primer" to
validate my personal philosophy on what it takes for one to
overcome adversity.
I believe that Ms. Lenson's book should be in the Reception
Room of every Doctor who treats patients with life-threatening
illnesses, and every hospital and cancer treatment center.
Hopefully, someday in the future, the wisdom in Eileen Lenson's
book will be adapted and explained to patients with life-
threatening illness by psychologists or specially trained nurses in
hospitals and cancer treatment centers; but, until that time comes,
Eileen Lenson's book is a "must read" for patients who have
made the commitment to survive and, hopefully, thrive from their
personal medical adversity.
JMB
Leukemia Cancer Patient

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