The Power of Women - Abridged

Reviews

“The author's own reading of the well-abridged text is clear and reassuring...Those seeking a condense by comprehensive self-help program are sure to benefit from this reasonably priced title.” —Library Journal

“I've been waiting for a long time, for a sensible, non-strident, evidence-based book about the strengths of women. This is it!” —Martin Seligman, Ph.D., professor of psychology, University of Pennsylvania, and author of Authentic Happiness

“The Power of Women is essential reading. Dr. Nolen-Hoeksema brings to life exemplary women from around the world and deftly shows how the strengths they possess are used by ordinary women every day. Both practical and absolutely inspiring, this book suggests new ways for women to identify, celebrate, and tap into the myriad strengths we possess.” —Marya Hornbacher, author of Wasted: A Memoir of Anorexia and Bulimia

“The Power of Women is the rare book that manages to be insightful, inspirational and practical. It's a must-read for any woman seeking to understand and unleash her natural gifts.” —Lois P. Frankel, Ph.D., author of See Jane Lead and Nice Girls Don't Get the Corner Office

“The question of whether Nolen-Hoeksema is onto something was slam-dunked by the ‘I know exactly what she means' reactions of women who caught sight of the title.” —The Washington Post on Women Who Think Too Much

“Groundbreaking research [that] shows the downside of stewing over life's issues.... Women Who Think Too Much tells why overthinking occurs, why it hurts people and how to stop.” —USA Today on Women Who Think Too Much

“A must-read for any woman who has ever felt stuck in her life, and any man who has been confused by why the women they love get so ‘caught up thinking' they can't enjoy life. Nolen-Hoeksema offers practical methods to self-diagnose and pathways toward greater emotional freedom.” —William S. Pollack, Ph.D., author of Real Boys and assistant clinical professor, department of psychiatry, Harvard University on Women Who Think Too Much

“No-nonsense, reasoned and easy-to-understand advice and strategies.” —Publishers Weekly on Women Who Think Too Much

“A useful and important book. Dr. Nolen-Hoeksema provides excellent strategies women can use to stop the preoccupations that can erode self-confidence and the capacity to cope with life's usual stressors.” —Aaron Beck, M.D., university professor of psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania, and author of Prisoners of Hate: The Cognitive Basis of Anger, Hostility, and Violence on Women Who Think Too Much

“It would seem that nobody could think too much. But Susan Nolen-Hoeksema beautifully describes negative thinking that destroys thoughtful solutions to life's problems.” —Myrna M. Weissman, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry and epidemiology, Columbia University on Women Who Think Too Much

“One of the nation's leading authorities on women and depression.” —USA Today on Women Conquering Depression

“An astute analysis with useful recommendations for change.” —Psychology Today on Women Conquering Depression

“[Nolen-Hoeksema] teaches mindfulness and meditation techniques that can help women get in touch with their true feelings and keep bad thoughts from snowballing.” —The New Haven Register on Women Conquering Depression

“[An] excellent exploration.” —Publishers Weekly on Women Conquering Depression

“A sensitive overview of how depressive states are impacted by relationships and cultural pressures. The author provides a timely reminder that women have options when it comes to understanding their lives, as well as a group of strategies that women will find useful in making their lives more manageable and fulfilling.” —AudioFile on Women Conquering Depression

“I have witnessed the toxic triangle tear apart friends, but never had the name for it before reading this book. Susan Nolen-Hoeksema offers young women like myself new ways to understand their pain in clear, unpatronizing language. Most important, her book describes pragmatic tools to heal. As I was reading, I kept thinking of additional friends who would benefit from her wise and tested perspective.” —Courtney E. Martin, author of Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters on Women Conquering Depression

“A brilliant and eminently practical book that brings the best current research to bear on helping women get untangled from overly reflective thinking and the problems of eating, drinking and depression that go with it. By identifying ‘the toxic triangle' connecting these disorders and discussing ways to address their root causes, Dr. Susan Nolen-Hoeksema helps those who suffer tap into a wellspring of positive energy and ultimately cure those disorders whose common roots are too often overlooked by practitioners and patients alike.” —William S. Pollack, Ph.D., author of Real Boys and Real Boys' Voices on Women Conquering Depression