Dealing with predisposing factors from childhood

You obviously cannot change the past, but you can do a lot to change its influence over you. In order to do this you usually have to change the meaning or significance of past events and for most people this is a gradual process of adjustment. This book would be doing you a disservice if it implied that this could be done quickly and easily because in most cases it can’t. You may even need the help of a suitable professional to help you unpack some of your childhood legacy.

If repressed feelings are driving your anger then even many years after the event it can still be surprisingly beneficial to express them. Sometimes it can be relevant and productive to express your feelings directly to the ...

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