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Authors: Douglas Bloch
ISBN-13: 9781587611988, ISBN-10: 1587611988
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Date Published: March 2004
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Douglas Bloch

DOUGLAS BLOCH is a teacher and counselor who writes and speaks on topics of psychology, healing, and spirituality. He has authored ten books including the inspirational self-help trilogy Words That Heal, Listening to Your Inner Voice, and I Am with You Always. He lives in Portland, Oregon, where he runs support groups for those healing from depression and anxiety.

Book Synopsis

Every thought produces a neurochemical reaction that in turn affects the way we feel. With this in mind, author and counselor Douglas Bloch developed a daily program of self-care strategies to enhance one's mood. Based on his best-selling book Words That Heal, WORDS THAT HEAL THE BLUES uses the power of daily affirmations to alleviate the painful symptoms of depression, anxiety, addiction, and other mood disorders. Each day includes a self-care lesson, a series of affirmations, and an activity to help transform the lesson into positive action. These healing words will comfort and inspire you to let go of fear and worry, and let wellness and harmony into your life, one day at a time.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgmentsxi
Who This Book Is Forxiii
Introduction: How to Use This Book1
The Three Pillars of Mental Health Recovery5
Affirmations: Their Role in Uplifting Your Mood9
The Daily Lessons27
Day 1Setting the Intention to Heal31
Day 2Reaching Out for Support35
Day 3One Day at a Time39
Day 4Physical Self-Care: The Starting Point of Recovery43
Day 5Your Body Was Made to Move47
Day 6Taking the Time to Breathe51
Day 7Making Your Mind Your Friend55
Day 8Accentuate the Positive59
Day 9Blessings in Disguise63
Day 10An Attitude of Gratitude67
Day 11The Self-Talk Solution71
Day 12Taming the Inner Critic75
Day 13Self-Forgiveness79
Day 14Letting Go of Shame83
Day 15Bearing the Unbearable Pain87
Day 16The Healing Power of Light and Sound91
Day 17Moving through Grief95
Day 18The Benefits of Employment99
Day 19Bringing Pleasure into Your Life103
Day 20Managing Stress through the Relaxation Response107
Day 21Reducing Anxiety113
Day 22He Who Laughs Lasts117
Day 23The Power of Self-Esteem121
Day 24Accepting Change125
Day 25Don't Give Up Five Minutes before the Miracle129
Day 26You Have the Power133
Day 27Finding Purpose and Meaning137
Day 28Persistence141
Day 29Breaking Down to Break Through145
Day 30Relapse Prevention149
Day 31The Joy of Service155
Appendix AAm I Okay?: An Overview of Mental and Emotional Disorders159
Appendix BSample Affirmations for Everyday Use189
Affirmations for Self-Love/Self-Esteem190
Affirmations for Love and Relationships190
Affirmations for Health and Healing191
Affirmations for Work/Vocation192
Affirmations for Prosperity194
Affirmations for Spiritual Development197
Appendix CHow to Create a Vision of Wellness199
About the Author207

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