Litsy

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Okay, I'm most definitely projecting but, the part where the lesson of the book seems to be that you don't have to be perfect and giving all the time, you should take time for yourself, great, and okay, yes, you can't take on the responsibility of changing other people or cleaning up all their chaos, but...not a single hint of a recognition of the need for a change from the rest of Egg's roommates? 1/?

Robotswithpersonality 2/? Who appear to be inconsiderate and destructive, not just a product of quirky personality differences. The Good Egg decides not to worry so much about their behaviour and be good to the other eggs and themself. But will the other eggs be good to the Good Egg beyond the 'welcome home' sign? Is there no expectation that the roommates/coworkers/friends/family in your life might recognize that your sudden need for space and time out 2w

Robotswithpersonality 3/3 is a sign that there needs to be a change in behaviour that is not one-sided? Kinda seems like the Good Egg is still the only one making an effort. 🤷🏼‍♂️ Coping with exposure to difficult personalities in daily life is a good skill to have, but it really shouldn't have to be your default setting.
The book's got beautiful art, but I'm not totally on board for the message as I see it. 🤨 2w

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mariaku21

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle | Emily Nagoski

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I normally don't read self help books.
I find a lot of times that they can either be preachy or full of things I already know and not useful to me but this one was interesting to me.

I have a base idea of burnout and what that looks like for me but this book gave me some research and science that helped me know why I was feeling how I am and the wording and tools to help me understand how it happens.

TheBookHippie I liked this book and have the workbook for it as well. 3w

mariaku21 @TheBookHippie there's a workbook? I'll have to look for it when I get my physical copy. Thank you! 3w

TheBookHippie @mariaku21 Yes I found it very helpful. 3w

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MrsMalaprop

The Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living | Russ Harris

Psychological flexibility 🧠🙌

LeeRHarry I see the nails and I know it‘s you Serena! 😊 6mo

MrsMalaprop @LeeRHarry Fresh today 💅🏻😁 6mo

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MrsMalaprop

The Happiness Trap: Stop Struggling, Start Living | Russ Harris

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Did a quick skim read of this today, because I‘ve recommended it to my husband & he‘s currently reading it.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a widely-used cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), & this book kind of started it all for Russ Harris.
I‘ve done his online introductory course & found it a useful approach in my work & life.
I find his style a little irritating, but it‘s good stuff 👍.
Be present. Open up. Do what matters.

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