Self-Help Textbooks
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Self-help books are written with the objective of empowering the reader in order to enable him/her to improve him/herself. These books often help people to cope with grief, to maintain optimism, to develop skills crucial to success and even to deal with debilitating issues such as depression and substance abuse. Self-help textbooks enable readers to enact self-improvement.
Motivation, Excellence and Success
These types of books aim to instill positivity in their readers by establishing personal principles that allow them to excel in their chosen field. These books might take a general route towards living a fulfilling and successful life or else they might be intended for different audiences: students, new parents, business professionals, etc. Some titles include:
- Psychology of Success by Denis Waitley
- Excelling in College by Jeffrey Kottler
- Understanding Motivation and Emotion by Johnmarshall Reeve
Stress Management
Everybody suffers from stress at some point or the other; however, stress becomes a major problem when everyday activities become cumbersome. These activities may include a person's occupation, family or other potential stress triggers. The following books may help you overcome stress so that you may work to live a content and balanced life:
- Comprehensive Stress Management by Jerrold S. Greenberg
- Controlling Stress and Tension by Daniel Girdano and George Everly
- Kicking Your Stress Habits: A Do-it-yourself Guide for Coping with Stress by Donald A. Tubesing
Overcoming Substance Abuse
Overcoming substance abuse can prove a tough task, requiring nerves of steel. The following might help you conquer your habit:
- Treating Addictive Behaviors by William R. Miller and Nick Heather
- Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs: Choosing Health by Susan C. Giarratano