There's nothing like the power of storytelling to reach deep inside you and change you for the better. Now, how about combining real-life, personal stories with easy-to-implement tips from America's go-to therapist Dr. Mike Dow? He shows you how to use the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy to change the way you think and act... and be happy. You do have the tools within yourself to solve many of your problems. By the time you finish reading this book and completing all the guided journal entries, you'll find you've already made a difference. When it comes to the way you think, you'll be more optimistic. When it comes to the way you act, you'll make healthier choices every day. When it comes the way you feel, you'll be happy... and you'll know how to use your brain to stay that way!, We'll show you how to train your brain to use these techniques no matter what issues come up in your life, because you really do have the right, the power, and the ability to act as your own therapist as you navigate the ups and downs of your life!, Here are just a few of the popular issues we help you tackle in these pages. Tips for Overcoming Depression, Weight Loss that Works, Stress Less and Embrace Your Calm, Find Forgiveness and Liberate Yourself, Use Gratitude to Become on Optimist, Tips to Overcome Insomnia, Make Healthy Choices Because You Want To, Say Goodbye to Bad Habits, You Don't Have to Be Perfect, Stepfamily Strategies that Work, Grieving and Recovery, Ten Baby Steps to Conquering Your Fears Book jacket.