{"product_id":"being-the-change-9781433838002","title":"Being the Change","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeing the Change\u003c\/i\u003eis written for activists who work in organizations with social missions, and those who are involved in social change outside of their jobs.This book is a practical guide that helps readers maintain and enhance their ability to be effective agents of change.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You can''t take care of the world without taking care of yourself.Although therapy can often help alleviate anxiety or depression, activists can also apply therapy-based strategies as part of their self-care. This book?provides empirically supported strategies from cognitive behavior therapies and other psychological interventions for coping with the challenges of difficult, yet meaningful work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Readers will learn how to clarify their values, identify their strengths, manage their emotions and relationships, and incorporate self-care as part of their personal and professional development. A rich catalog of case examples, exercises, and actionable ideas make this book a comprehens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments\u003cbr\u003e Introduction. Starting Now to Change the World\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 1. Tuning Into Your Values and Strengths\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 2. Your Life and Your Valued Directions\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 3. Managing Emotions: Cognitive Reappraisal\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 4. Managing Emotions: Other Approaches\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 5. Intentional Communication\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 6. Going Beyond Your Comfort Zone\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 7. Collaborating for Change: Harnessing the Benefits of the Group\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 8. Self-Care\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 9. Maintaining Motivation and Avoiding Burnout\u003cbr\u003e Chapter 10. The Long Term: How Might Your Engagement Evolve Over Time?\u003cbr\u003e Appendix. Learning More\u003cbr\u003e References\u003cbr\u003e Index\u003cbr\u003e About the Authors","brand":"American Psychological Association","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49408240812375,"sku":"9781433838002","price":21.07,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781433838002.jpg?v=1730502104","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/being-the-change-9781433838002","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}