Description
Book SynopsisFeelings like anger, boredom, guilt, and anxiety might be uncomfortable, but they are also incredibly useful. In this ground-breaking book, acclaimed psychologists Dr Todd Kashdan and Dr Robert Biswas-Diener explain why positivity and mindfulness can only take us so far. To live life to the full, we need to cultivate ‘emotional agility’ – the ability to access our full range of emotions (not just the ‘good’ ones). Find out why:
• Anger fuels creativity
• Guilt sparks improvement
• Self-doubt enhances performance
• Selfishness increases courage
Drawing on years of scientific research and a wide array of real-life examples from sports, parenting, relationships, business and more, The Power of Negative Emotion is a bold handbook for a more fulfilling and successful life.
Trade Review'[A] well-researched and highly fact-based read'.
* The Glass House *
'A really cleverly packaged, quite brilliant idea... the ultimate end of January read'
-- Alexandra Heminsley * Radio 2 *
'Entertaining and informative'
* Press Association *
‘Rather good.. may entice you into reclaiming your dark side’
* The Times *
‘A new way of thinking’
* The Sun *
'The perfect manual for someone waking up on a January morning’
* Independent on Sunday *
‘A highly refreshing alternative to the idea that one must pursue happiness at all costs.’
-- Kelly McGonigal, author of
The Willpower Instinct'Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the hidden elements of a happy, fulfilling, engaged life.'
-- Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of
The Happiness Project‘I feel like I have five new superpowers after reading this book. The dark side does indeed have an upside – and this book teaches us how to harness it, so we can truly lead more heroic and purposeful lives.’
-- Jane McGonigal, author of
Reality Is Broken‘With verve, humour, solid research, and lots of examples, the authors cut through prevailing myths about happiness to show what actually creates a fulfilling, contributing life. Brave, bold, and brilliant.’
-- Rick Hanson, author of
Buddha’s Brain‘At long last, here’s a book on why happiness can make us sad and mindfulness might be overrated. If you haven’t read it yet, you should feel guilty – and it turns out that will be good for you.’
-- Adam Grant, author of
Give and Take‘Full of scientific research yet laugh-out-loud funny, this book is a must read. The authors turn everything on its head – questioning the wisdom of positive psychology and the pursuit of happiness – all in order to help us flourish and be happy!’
-- Kristin Neff, author of
Self-Compassion
