The Myth of More: And Other Lifetraps That Sabotage the Happiness You Deserve by Joseph R. Novello
››› Download audio book for free. ‹‹‹ Original Title: The Myth of More ISBN: 0809139413 ISBN13: 9780809139415 Autor: Joseph R. Novello Rating: 3.9 of 5 stars (2784) counts Original Format: Paperback, Download Format: PDF, TXT, ePub, iBook. Published: January 1st 2000 / by Paulist Press International,U.S. Language: English Genre(s):
Description: Spirituality and true happiness In confusing happiness with pleasure, people set themselves up for continual failure. Pleasure is a
short-term high that comes from without, while happiness is an abiding serenity that comes from within. It lies in accepting who we are right now and what we have right now. There are two main obstacles to happiness, says the author. The first is one's "lifetrap" or patterns of behavior that worked in childhood but now cause us to be dysfunctional as adults. Overcoming one's lifetrap is not enough; refusing to go beyond this is the second obstacle. One must also incorporate spirituality in one's life and harmonize one's desires with God's will. This insightful blend of traditional psychiatry with spirituality draws on both contemporary and classic writers, as well as on fascinating case studies as illustration. Key themes touched on include understanding the past, living in the present, detachment, religion, spirituality, love, and more. The author helps readers realize that, while we can't be shielded from everyday ups and downs, we all possess the power to be happy. The book is simple and upbeat yet is backed with serious thought and a powerful message. Spiritual seekers, self-help readers, and those in need of change may find it a source of personal breakthrough. The title is also an excellent resource for counselors, spiritual directors, pastors, religious and clergy, and retreat directors. DREs might also find this a fascinating book to use for adult ed classes.
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Sep 13, 2015 Margie Rated it: liked it This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. The full title of the book is "The Myth of More and the life traps that sabotage the happiness you deserve." Dr. Novello describes life traps as the 'enduring pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving' that we develop from our childhood experiences. These life traps can prevent us from being well-adjusted in life. The book starts out with psychotherapy and cases to illustrate the life traps. Then it takes a turn after he describes a phone call on a radio show he was doing. From there Dr. Novello The full title of the book is "The Myth of More and the life traps that sabotage the happiness you deserve." Dr. Novello describes life traps as the 'enduring pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving' that we develop from our childhood experiences. These life traps can prevent us from being well-adjusted in life. The book starts out with psychotherapy and cases to illustrate the life traps. Then it takes a turn after he describes a phone call on a radio show he was doing. From there Dr. Novello relates his pursuit of what it is that allows us to find happiness and what, to his mind, that means. Interesting read, as I was wondering what it means to be truly happy. Ultimately, happiness comes from within, in a spiritual form.
