It is still not easy to talk about all of them, but I have started a very private diary where I did some of the exercises that were shared in this book, as well as poured my heart out. The main aim of this new book is to improve psychological well-being. Dr. Sophie’s expert knowledge and genuine desire to help others makes this book hugely impressive.

Honestly, we all experience occasions wrought with emotional and mental turmoil. Furthermore, it is well-known that therapy is just not available to the majority. That is why ‘A Manual for Being Human’ is such an important read for everyone. Offering optimal insight and undeniably useful guidance, the book feels like a breath of fresh air at the break of day. Additionally, it provides an array of lightbulb moments to help you better understand previously incomprehensible emotions. Once you have read this book you will at the very least have a solid grasp on why experiences that should be long forgotten still cast shadows over the present. You are guaranteed to feel more in control and confident as you move forward in life. A Manual for Being Human is the motherlode, enlightening on why you might feel and behave how you do.' The Times Ein wichtig aufschlussreicher Ratgeber über das Innere Durcheinander und wie man es schafft, aus bestimmten Verhaltensmustern auszubrechen und sein Leben umzukrempeln und positiver zu gestalten. Das Buch hat sich angefühlt, wie eine kleine persönliche Therapiesitzung und auch wenn dieses Buch keinen Therapeuten ersetzt, so legt es den perfekten Stein für eine Basis, auf der man gut aufbauen kann.

Summary

A Manual for Being Human is the motherlode, enlightening on why you might feel and behave how you do.' * The Times * Dr. Sophie Mort delves into reasons that lurk behind our struggles. She shines a super light on the entire life span. Providing clear insight and priceless knowledge, Dr. Sophie’s manual is the ultimate toolkit for better understanding ourselves. There is a damn good reason why people are struggling. We are not raised to understand ourselves. In fact, we are raised misunderstanding ourselves and fearing the very thing that makes us, us.' Dr Soph This awe-inspiring book focuses on human experience. It is brimming with prompts, theories, techniques and tips for you to apply immediately. Reassuring, knowledgeable and kind, Dr Soph offers support to those feeling lost at sea in today's troubling times and gives you the tools you need to help get the most out of life.

Established therapeutic practices such as breathing, grounding, self-compassion, journaling and mindfulness are some of the key techniques included in this book. Combined with Dr. Sophie’s expertise advice, this manual is nothing short of a miracle for the many. Dr Soph breaks down therapy in a way we can consume and learn from. A powerful voice for people to learn about their mental health... I wish I'd had this book years ago!' -- Poppy Jamie The first part of any manual usually looks at how your machine has been put together and includes a diagnostic for problems. In AMFBH we started by looking at everything that made us the person we are - childhood, friendship, grief and loss, social media. The text is broken up with questions and exercises which make this really accessible as well as being helpful and illuminating. This part of the book can be tough - it’s revealing, unsettling, fascinating..but it can make you feel quite vulnerable. You can’t skip through this bit - its like trying to mend your machine without knowing what the problem is. This is about really understanding yourself and how you work. Do you want to believe in yourself and your ability to be content with who you are? If the answer is yes, then A Manual for Being Human is the book you need to read.

Dr Soph is the therapist and best friend that the world deserves. The world of therapy and professional help is still so inaccessible to so many people and this book is a crucial and life changing one that should be placed in everyone’s mental health toolkit!' Scarlett Curtis Dr Soph is the therapist and best friend that the world deserves. The world of therapy and professional help is still so inaccessible to so many people and this book is a crucial and life changing one that should be placed in everyone's mental health toolkit. A Manual for Being Human is an amazing read and a gift to the world. I can't wait to give it to every single person I know!' -- Scarlett Curtis This book is for the human-curious, psychology-curious and therapy-curious - it is for humans unable to access therapy and also those who are paying for long-term support.”🌷

Reassuring, knowledgeable and kind, Dr Soph offers support to those feeling lost at sea in today’s troubling times and gives you the tools you need to help get the most out of life. This section looks at how you became the person you are today. From the moment we enter the world and onwards, it aims to help you identify issues arising from your past and current life, that cause concern or distress. A Manual for Being Human, Part Two: What’s Keeping You Here Credit: Photographer, Emily Hlavac Green There is a damn good reason why people are struggling. We are not raised to understand ourselves. In fact, we are raised misunderstanding ourselves and fearing the very thing that makes us, us.’ Dr SophWe cannot control every aspect of our lives. We cannot be perfect at all times. We cannot please everything we meet. The good news is, we don’t have to.’

Should you be experiencing difficult times, or simply wish to feel more in control, ‘ A Manual for Being Human’ is a must-read! We reviewed this book and concurred wholeheartedly that it is a Godsend. It will help you to understand yourself and your relationships (all without paying a fortune for the privilege). Get ready for a happier life! A Manual for Being Human FAQs Credit: Photographer, Emily Hlavac Green Absolutely brilliant. A gold mine of coping skills to get us through life. I will be keeping copies in my therapy room and my own home. Do not skip this one.' -- Dr JulieOne thing that I would like to tell you is that you might not need every section of this book - you can personalize it for your own experiences. I know I did - I skipped some chapters I knew did not affect me. You can do the same. There are also several helpful tips and techniques you can use to take care of yourself. I found the section on journaling especially helpful. There is a damn good reason why people are struggling. We are not raised to understand ourselves. In fact, we are raised misunderstanding ourselves and fearing the very thing that makes us, us.’