| View Larger Image | Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities | Paperbackby Arthur Freeman (Author)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Harper Paperbacks | | Page Count: | 272 Pages | | Publication Date: | September 26, 1990 | | Sales Rank: | 189,884th |
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Product Description
Who of us can claim never to have made a mistake, missed a goal, regretted a choice, or suffered because of another's action? For those who suffer from a constant sense of regret about the past, who feel their present lives have been immutably shaped by actions they could or should or would have taken but didn't, real help is at hand. In clear, uncomplicated language, Dr. Arthur Freeman, a leading exponent of cognitive therapy, and his colleague Rose DeWolf, a skillful translator of the cognitive method, describe the techniques and provide exercises that will enable readers to actually "unblock" the past. The authors demonstrate that wouldo/coulda/shoulda thinking can be unlearned and that this process can be accomplished in a relatively short period of time. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.0 based on 15 reviews)
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very good by Kimberly Colquhoun  5 Stars
February 28, 2009
I received the product in a timely manner and in good condition. I'm very satisfied with my purchase
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Excellent book by JCMiami (Miami, FL United States) 5 Stars
July 22, 2008
Most people have regrets and quite a few people have the "comparing themselves to others syndrome." The book bases itself on the mental technique called "cognitive behavioral therapy." This therapy emphasizes learning to change our thoughts in order to change our behaviors. The author clearly explains why people are "stuck" in the "woulda, coulda, shoulda" way of thinking. This thinking does not allow us to let go of past regrets then we basically ruin our own future.
I am guilty of such thinking and this book has thought me to look at that distorted thinking, analyze it and learn to change that way of thinking with clear practical techniques. This is not a magic wand fix, nor super easy and it takes work but I already have seen myself starting to change. Just remember that any type of change takes work especially when it comes to thoughts!
The author walks you through all the steps including how to deal with "relapses." Everything written is clear and understandable and you do not need to be a Psych. major to read it. The book also tackles the subject of "comparing ourselves to others."(A big one these days of "keeping up with the Jones"). He also provides techniques to combat that thinking and teach us to get off the hamster wheel of putting ourselves down constantly when we compare ourselves.
Overall I find this book excellent, practical and very doable. I highly recommend it!
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Good book, but The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook is much by Iknewit (SC)  2 Stars
January 22, 2007
better. It helps you understand why you feel they way you do and how to think and feel better.
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Good concept; poor presentation by Daniel S. Palter (Pelican Rapids MN)  3 Stars
November 05, 2006
I liked the book. I learned things from the book. The writing style and presentation are offputting - it seems a collection of classroom lectures more than a self-help book.
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Woulda,Coulda, Shoulda: Overcoming Regrets, Mistakes, and Missed Opportunities by Yvonne S. Sullivan (Atlanta GA)  4 Stars
September 08, 2006
The book had a lot of useful information that is useful and helpful to overcome many problem in our daily lives, but the book is a vey dry read and takes a bit of patience to follow the author at times.
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