Written by a psychologist and expert in narcissism, Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers offers proven-effective strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you reduce anxiety, build confidence and overcome self-criticism. Practical tips to help you build healthy, trusting relationships; stop apologizing for the failures of others; and start trusting your own good judgment.
A little bit of a different read for me. This one while being a very thin book was VERY emotionally heavy. I struggled growing up with a lot of feelings of self doubt, self criticism, anxiety and lack of confidence. This book would have skyrocketed my work on myself by a decade at least at the height of my depression however reading it now that I've been able to work on myself over the last decade or two it reinforced that I am on the right path of building my self confidence, finding my own voice and realizing that the things I thought was wrong with me were actually only things that were that critical voice in my head and while I cannot completely silence it, I can acknowledge that its there and not let it rule my inner voice like it has all my life.
This one is a tough read if you struggle with inner criticism and your relationship with your mother. I would recommend only if you are in a place where you are ready to be open to the work and possibilities of self reflection and growth. You will have to open some old wounds fair warning.
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