Now I Get It! Totally Sensational Advice for Living and Loving

by Linda Sapadin

Isaac's parents have abandoned him for a trip to Italy in the final days before his bar mitzvah. And even worse, his hotheaded older brother, Josh, has been left in charge. An undefeated wrestler, MMA... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1598008870
• ISBN13: 9781598008876
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Outskirts Press
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Answers to everyday questions

This book is so easy to read and offers expert advice in everyday language. I've given it to several friends, who enjoy it as much as I do.

Nuggets of wisdom in 5-minute lessons

Open this book to any page, and you're treated to nuggets of valuable advice. Not surprising from a psychologist who has honed her expertise over two decades of writing and speaking about effective and creative ways to manage life's challenges. NOW I GET IT! is a collection of Dr. Linda Sapadin's best 62 articles previously published in the Herald chain of newspapers. Each article in this "best of" collection is brief, but packed with wisdom. In two to four pages, you get a statement of the problem, an example, and - most importantly - specific action tips. The articles in Now I Get It! are divided into six sections: Personal Growth (which includes sub-sections on Thinking, Feeling, and Acting), Communication (With others, Within yourself), Intimate Relationships, The Art of Parenting, Dealing with Difficult People, and The Change Process. In the chapter, "Thinking That Makes Things Worse" Dr. Sapadin summarizes the types of destructive styles of thought, and in a no-nonsense way tells the reader, "If you often think in these kinds of ways, it's time to make a change." She then immediately gives some practical tips on how to do this. In the chapter, "Watching What You Say at Home", Dr. Sapadin reminds us that, "You have a choice. Every time you communicate something to your partner, your choice of words, your tone of voice and your body language can nurture or injure your relationship." She then illustrates the differences between destructive and constructive communication styles. In the section on dealing with difficult people, Dr. Sapadin addresses problem-personality types, giving useful advice that keeps you from feeling manipulated, while still maintaining civility. Don't let the brevity of the articles fool you. It's not easy to pack so much punch into so few words, but Linda Sapadin does it over and over in this book. NOW I GET IT! need not be read from cover to cover. It's the kind of book that you skip around in, depending on what issue you are dealing with on any particular day. You'll want to get extra copies for gifts. There's something for everyone here.

Learning and LOVING it!

They say a picture paints a thousand words. After reading this book, I have learned that a story teaches a thousand lessons. My favorite parts of NOW I GET IT are the articles which draw from Dr. Sapadin's life and past. She artfully and whimsically weaves the personal with the professional. Her down-to-earth style is accessible and her advice is truly practical. Whether you are looking to build your confidence, boost your communication skills, or create healthier relationships, you will find useful, effective guidance in NOW I GET IT. This book is a must-have for your bookshelf!

Zesty, to the point, realistic advice-

This book provides on target advice, honing in on just what's important in life and relationships. It's amazing what the right knowledge at the right time can mean to you. I fell in love with a few of the articles - particularly -"you don't have to be a victim" and "one or 2 whines a day, max". A bonus- the author writes with a sense of humor that gets you chuckling outloud as your mind is expanding.