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A Formula for Proper Living: Practical Lessons from Life and Torah

A Formula for Proper Living: Practical Lessons from Life and Torah


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Extraordinary wisdom to help you understand yourself, lead your life and deal with other people. "As human beings, we have instincts for both good and evil, conscious and unconscious. To rectify ourselves—to live spiritually and properly—involves getting a handle on these impulses." —from the Introduction In this special book of practical wisdom, Dr. Abraham J. Twerski draws from his extensive professional experience as a psychiatrist and spiritual counselor, a life-long student of Jewish wisdom texts, and his personal experience as a son of a wise Chassidic rabbi to give us practical lessons for life that we can put to day-to-day use in dealing with ourselves and others. In a presentation as warm and witty as it is profound, Dr. Twerski combines lively anecdotes, personal musings and insights and wisdom from sources ranging from Freud to the great Talmudic and Torah scholars throughout the ages. And with deep compassion and refreshing candor, he shows how these wisdom teachings can guide us in all moments of our lives, whatever our faith tradition.

Table of Contents:
Acknowledgments ix Introduction 1 1. WHAT DRIVES US? 13 2. IDENTITY AND SELF-ESTEEM 27 3. LOVING OTHERS 41 4. DEFENDING AGAINST OUR DEFENSES 57 5. ADAPTING TO ADVERSITY 83 6. PERFECTING THE WORLD, PERFECTING OURSELVES 105 Suggestions for Further Reading 125

About the Author :
Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, MD, a psychiatrist, rabbi and frequent lecturer on a broad range of topics including spirituality and self-esteem, is author of over fifty books, including Happiness and the Human Spirit: The Spirituality of Becoming the Best You Can Be; A Formula for Proper Living: Practical Lessons from Life and Torah (both Jewish Lights); Waking Up Just in Time; The Spiritual Self and Getting Up When You're Down. He is the founder and medical director emeritus of Gateway Rehabilitation Center. For more information, visit www.abrahamtwerski.com.

Review :
"[Written] with the deft and experienced hand on which we have come to rely…. Dr. Twerski's kindness and respect for every 'diamond in the rough’ and insight into the hidden insecurity of accomplished people is an inspiration." —Dr. Wendy Mogel, clinical psychologist; author, The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Children “As Christians today renew their bonds with the Jewish tradition, this volume provides a window to the love-centered spirituality of Judaism. Beautifully written and expressed in clear and compelling prose.” —John T. Pawlikowski, OSM, PhD, director, Catholic-Jewish Studies, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago “Who knew that the basic principles of modern psychoanalysis were foreshadowed by the Torah and Jewish wisdom literature? Dr. Twerski knew ... and we are blessed with this amazing tour through both. A masterpiece by a master teacher, doctor, psychiatrist and guide, our twenty-first-century Maimonides.” —Dr. Ron Wolfson, author, The Seven Questions You’re Asked in Heaven: Reviewing and Renewing Your Life on Earth; Fingerhut Professor of Education, American Jewish University; president, Synagogue 3000 “A treat for the spirit as well as the mind, the book that every life coach wished they had written to help you set goals and the way to get there. Introduces us to the nexus of modern psychiatry, deep spiritual learning, and insights from everyday life, aided by the gentle, accessible voice of the author.” —Dr. Kerry M. Olitzky, executive director, Jewish Outreach Institute; author, Life’s Daily Blessings: Inspiring Reflections on Gratitude and Joy for Every Day, Based on Jewish Wisdom


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781683365433
  • Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
  • Publisher Imprint: Turner Publishing Company
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 144
  • Returnable: Y
  • Sub Title: Practical Lessons from Life and Torah
  • ISBN-10: 1683365437
  • Publisher Date: 15 Oct 2009
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Returnable: Y
  • Width: 152 mm


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