Why I Do This. How to Recognize Your Psychological Defenses and Learn to Cope with Unpleasant Emotions and the Consequences of Childhood Trauma

Joseph Burgo – a psychologist with over 35 years of practice – helps the reader step by step to understand their own defense mechanisms and learn to consciously manage emotions.

In the book you will find:

— practical exercises and self-reflections that will help track when your defenses are activated;

— self-regulation techniques that help cope with anger, anxiety, envy, and guilt;

— methods for working with self-esteem and shame so that you stop devaluing yourself and asking for less than you deserve;

— examples from therapy – real stories in which you will recognize yourself and find ways to change behavior;

— specific strategies for emotional balance that will help you strengthen relationships and improve your quality of life.

The book will become your personal psychotherapist – especially if you are not ready to go to a specialist yet. It will teach you to understand your feelings, accept them, and most importantly – to act rather than defend yourself.