How to Write a New Life for Yourself: Narrative therapy and the writing solution

By Jim Byrne and Renata Taylor-Byrne

Book Overview

This book emphasizes the importance of stories in shaping human life and offers exercises to help individuals become better authors of their own narratives.

It contains 20 exercises to help individuals to become highly effective authors of their own future lives; and to clean up an past problems.
Understanding the Role of Stories: Humans navigate life through stories, which are crucial for managing our lives effectively. If our stories are inaccurate, it affects our ability to manage our lives well. Benefits of Journaling: Journal writing enhances mental health, cognitive functions, personal growth, and social connections, leading to a more reflective and fulfilled life. Therapeutic Writing: Writing therapy, influenced by social narratives and personal variations, can change deep-seated narratives and identity. It is effective in managing thoughts, feelings, and perceptions, reducing stress, and achieving personal goals.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1717385354
• ISBN13: 9781717385352
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"