Table of Contents

Contents Introduction- What Is the U-Turn? I.Why You Need this Book 1. Self-Understanding II. Negative Emotions and How They Hurt Us 2. Anger 3. Jealousy and Envy 4. Depression: The Experience 5. Depression: The Escape 6. Fear and Anxiety 7. Criticism and Hatred III. The Fundamentals of Self-Belief 8. Self-Belief and Inferiority 9. Personality and Projection 10. Talking and Communication IV. The Importance of Relationships 11. Relationships and Intent 12. Relationships and Power V. The Reason for It All 13. Joy and Purpose Recommended Books List of Useful Organisations Index

About the Author

Conor Farren is a consultant psychiatrist at St Patrick's Hospital, Dublin. In his work as a psychiatrist he has seen the importance of self-esteem in counseling and therapy, and has discovered how raising self-esteem is fundamental to living a happier and more contented life. He is the author of Overcoming Alcohol Misuse (Orpen Press, 2011).

Reviews

'Honest and inspiring, Conor Farren's wonderful book highlights the pathway to positive thinking and fulfilled living.' -- Miriam O'Callaghan 'The U-Turn...offers a path through the forest of worry, anxiety and fear that confronts us all from time to time.' -- Prof. Patricia Casey