The inner world is like a sauna; benefits come from spending time there, as long as you don't overdo it. Conversely, I wholeheartedly encourage you, in tough times, to communicate with people in the real world, at every opportunity. That's where most answers lie for the normal fluctuations of our mental health in the face of life's challenges.

When you feel overwhelmed, when you're in pain, afraid, doubting yourself, feeling guilty or ashamed, when you have to make a difficult decision, or don't know what to do... Dr. Julie Smith can help you! In this extremely useful book, the beloved psychologist of millions of readers advises how to handle tough situations as they happen, rather than weeks, months, or years later.

She teaches them to tame their emotions and to be present in the now so they can process the event and choose how to respond.

When it's hard to be with yourself, you manage your vulnerable side and fight the internal critic and the imposter syndrome.

When it's hard to be with others, you deal with betrayal and know what to do in places where you or your parents previously made mistakes.

When it's hard to reconcile with your emotions, you cope with loneliness, fear, and despair.

When you heal from the past, you confront trauma and learn how to stop rehashing old events.

When you contemplate the future, you avoid making the same mistakes, leave uncertainty behind, and find your way.

This book will help you easily leave behind difficult moments and regain calm, mental strength, and a positive attitude.