Chapter 3 Choosing Happiness: Goals, Relationships, and Positive Thinking

by Linda on September 27, 2007

Having just spent a day with Dan Siegel (The Mindful Brain) and hearing about neural plasticity, I was put off by the introduction to Chapter 3 and their belief in “biological determinism.” Realizing the authors and I come from different places, but are looking to the same outcomes, helping clients increase the happiness in their lives, I read on.

The three areas of focus are mentioned in the title of this chapter. I thought I knew a lot about goal setting and discovered a lot lot more. The power of relationships and thinking styles and habits are also thoughtfully explored. After I got over my resistance in the opening pages, I found this chapter very educational.

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Elayne October 7, 2007 at 3:58 am

Thanks. I’m looking forward to reading Chapter 3 now.
Elayne

Bulletin News November 2, 2007 at 3:00 pm

Marvelous write up on Chapter 3 Choosing Happiness: Goals, Relationships, and Positive Thinking. Always love this blog!

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