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Preface to This Edition
Preface opens with the author responding to the reactions his earlier writing received—some lighthearted, others deeply sincere. While a few accused the tone of his work of being too casual, this was not the critique that stayed with him. What struck him were the letters from earnest readers who firmly disagreed with his view that most people do not pour themselves fully into their work. These readers insisted that their jobs were meaningful and that they gave all they had to their professional roles.…-
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NOTES PROLOGUE 1. V. Felitti, et al. “Relationship of Childhood Abuse and Household Dysfunction to Many of the Leading Causes of Death in Adults: The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study.” American Journal of Preventive Medicine 14, no. 4 (1998): 245–58. CHAPTER 1: LESSONS FROM VIETNAM VETERANS 1. A. Kardiner, The Traumatic Neuroses of War (New York: P. Hoeber, 1941). Later I discovered that numerous textbooks on war trauma were published around both the First and Second…-
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INDEX The page numbers in this index refer to the printed version of this book. To find the corresponding locations in the text of this digital version, please use the “search” function on your e-reader. Note that not all terms may be searchable. Page numbers in italics refer to illustrations. abandonment, 140, 141, 150, 179, 301, 304, 327, 340, 350 Abilify, 37, 101, 226 ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study, 85, 144–48, 156, 347, 350–51 acetylcholine, 266 acupressure, 264–65,…-
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FURTHER READING
FURTHER READING DEALING WITH TRAUMATIZED CHILDREN Blaustein, Margaret, and Kristine Kinniburgh. Treating Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents: How to Foster Resilience through Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency. New York: Guilford, 2012.Hughes, Daniel. Building the Bonds of Attachment. New York: Jason Aronson, 2006.Perry, Bruce, and Maia Szalavitz. The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog: And Other Stories from a Child Psychiatrist’s Notebook. New York: Basic Books, 2006.Terr, Lenore. Too…-
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Chapter XII — Dangers to Avoid
Chapter XII casts a thoughtful spotlight on the hidden traps that often ensnare those earnestly attempting to make the most of their time. While the ambition to better use every hour of the day is admirable, the author makes it clear that this ambition must be tempered with self-awareness and humility. There’s a certain irony in how the pursuit of personal improvement can unintentionally foster arrogance. Becoming a prig—someone who assumes a moral superiority due to a new lifestyle—alienates others…-
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Chapter XI — Serious Reading
Chapter XI encourages readers to consider the true value of what they read during their limited free time. While it is easy and often enjoyable to reach for a familiar novel, the author gently presses that such material rarely exercises the full strength of the intellect. Engaging the mind in serious reading—literature that demands effort, thought, and reflection—builds a kind of mental endurance that is essential for personal growth. This chapter isn’t meant to disparage fiction entirely, as even…-
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Chapter X begins with a reminder that nothing in life is ever truly mundane when examined with curiosity and depth. What might seem ordinary at first glance often reveals complex systems of causes and consequences when looked at closely. Understanding how things come to be—why certain patterns emerge, why people behave in specific ways, or why social shifts occur—turns routine observations into rich mental exercises. By embracing the interconnectedness of life events, even the smallest detail gains new…
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Chapter VIII encourages readers to embrace a practice often neglected in a world preoccupied with speed—deep self-reflection. While most people accept that physical and mental training require effort, they seldom apply the same discipline to knowing their inner selves. Yet, the mind, like any instrument, demands tuning through consistent and intentional thought. Just as a pianist masters scales before performing a symphony, a person must learn to quiet distractions and focus inwardly before achieving…
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Chapter VII explores the powerful idea that the mind, though often seen as uncontrollable, can indeed be trained and directed. This isn’t a vague philosophical claim—it’s a practical skill that, when honed, can elevate the quality of our everyday lives. The argument begins with a simple but profound truth: our entire experience of the world, whether joyful or painful, happens in the mind. Therefore, the ability to steer one’s thoughts isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity. The author does not…
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Chapter VI begins with a compelling invitation to reclaim time—not by adding more hours to the day, but by using the ones we already have with greater intent. The author doesn’t ask for a dramatic life overhaul. Instead, he proposes a modest challenge: devote just over an hour daily to nourishing the mind. This effort, though small in comparison to the day's total span, has the potential to unlock deeper engagement with life. It's a question of investment—one that promises immense return without any…
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