{"product_id":"why-we-love-to-hate-ourselves","title":"Why We Love To Hate Ourselves","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe life-changing new book by bestselling psychotherapist Owen O'Kane is for anyone who regularly gives themselves a hard time. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePRE-ORDER YOUR COPY NOW.   \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave you ever considered how you speak to yourself? The way you treat yourself if you make a mistake? Whether you trust and believe in yourself to do hard things? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor too many of us, \u003cb\u003ebeing negative about ourselves is an unconscious habit \u003c\/b\u003ewe barely notice we're doing. But psychotherapist Owen O'Kane believes our tendency to criticize, doubt, judge or belittle ourselves can easily turn into micro self-hate patterns that grow if unchallenged. And this can have a devastating impact on our mental health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreaking these habits can change every aspect of your life. \u003c\/b\u003eWith this simple and practical guide you will learn to recognize the chronic self-criticism and behaviours that are holding you back, tackle associated symptoms, unpick hard-wired negative thoughts, and begin to \u003cb\u003etreat yourself as someone who matters\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the tools and insights in this book, you'll soon find that hope, confidence, self-respect and peace are within reach. It's time to get unstuck. \u003cb\u003eIt's time to reclaim your life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR OWEN \u0026amp; HIS PREVIOUS BOOKS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'One of the country's leading experts on mental health' \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen's work around anxiety has been a huge help for me in my own life. I would highly recommend' \u003ci\u003eLewis Capaldi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'I love Owen's work. He is a force for good' \u003ci\u003eDavina McCall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen helps us look at our lives and happiness in a clear and practical way' \u003ci\u003eFearne Cotton\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Generous, wise and very persuasive' \u003ci\u003eObserver Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Friendly, reassuring, and confidently expert'\u003ci\u003e i News\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A really important read for anyone wanting to live more comfortably with their anxious self. Full of clinical expertise, warmth and humanity.' \u003ci\u003eJulia Samuel, psychotherapist and bestselling author\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Anyone looking to understand how therapy can help them help themselves, should look no further than Owen's humorous and empowering book' \u003ci\u003eBenedict Cumberbatch\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen is bringing much needed therapy to all of us. He brings down the stigma attached to being vulnerable and is making talking about mental health approachable for everyone. His book is brilliant and I highly recommend' \u003ci\u003eDr Rupy Aujla\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen's insight due to his experience and wisdom allows him to cut to the chase of why we get stuck in difficult emotions and more importantly he shows us how to navigate them and lead happier lives. A must read.' \u003ci\u003eWill Young\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen takes the tangled, overwhelming problem of anxiety and unravels it with clarity and compassion. His gift lies in turning the hard-to-understand into simple, actionable wisdom that anyone (me included) can implement to reclaim their peace and take control of their life.' \u003ci\u003eMatt Willis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003ci\u003eAddicted to Anxiety\u003c\/i\u003e is a truly powerful and important book. Owen O'Kane's piercing clarity as a therapist and writer gifts anybody who has experienced anxiety the insight and tools to overcome it.' \u003ci\u003eRob Rinder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Owen has the rare gift of explaining complex emotions in a truly engaging and digestible way. His tips and strategies for managing those emotions are explained with care, compassion and humour. Highly recommended.' \u003ci\u003eSusie Dent\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'There's a reason Owen's work has put him at the very top of his profession and why his books continue to top the bestsellers chart - he's one of the very best in his field.' \u003ci\u003eKate Thornton\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Owen O'Kane","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67785798910130,"sku":"9780241808382","price":480.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0562\/9191\/8002\/files\/9780241808382.jpg?v=1792717700","url":"https:\/\/www.wordsworth.co.za\/products\/why-we-love-to-hate-ourselves","provider":"Wordsworth Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}