Jennifer Shannon Lmft

All in all, a good self-exploration book about that thing that drives me crazy about myself. The term "monkey mind" describes the constant internal chatter, the never being able to let go of a worry, negative outcome, or self-doubt that builds and builds and builds on itself.

Shannon picks three composite patients (overworked boss who cannot manage, mom of an addicted son, and an illness-obsessed internet researcher) plus herself as touchpoints. She then describes the way the monkey mind show more hijacks our daily lives, our thoughts, and even our sense of well-being.

Since I tend to worry about work situations too much, or bring *those* conversations home with me, the alerts and plans of action in this book were quite relevant. She provided step-by-step guides, including internet links to her pages, where one can go for personalized charts that she uses.

A quick read, a helpful read, and one I could pick up and put down as needed. show less

Finished this book in one seat! it is really easy to understand and follow along, no jargon, just useful advice for teenagers and adults alike. The book deals with procrastination through the different points of view of four fictional characters: Jordan, Emily, Athena and Tyler. Each one representing a "procrastinator type": The perfectionist, the pleaser, the warrior and the rebel. I think it is really easy to discover your type/s just by reading the book but, in case needed, there are show more links provided (like with many other New Harbinger books) so you can have access to quizzes and many other extras. The last chapters are dedicated to give solutions, tips and suggestions specifically for each type of procrastinator.

Getting to know the different reasons why people procrastinate while following the stories and reactions of each character is what makes this books special and well suited for teens. It is easy to feel identified with the characters. For example, Athena avoiding to tell her parents her plans for a gap year. I found this book very practical and easy to approach and can see the potential for a workbook version. I got my eArc from NetGalley show less

// Received an advance readers copy in exchange for a fair review //

light, fun and something every average teenager will be able to relate to :D

a better way of understanding teenagers for those who aren't teenagers ;)