Autorentext

Stefanie Stahl is Germany's best-known psychotherapist. In addition to the therapeutic work she does with clients in her practice, she has written numerous internationally bestselling self-help books. A popular keynote speaker, she is considered a leading expert on the topics of self-esteem and fear of commitment.

Klappentext

We all long to be accepted and loved for who we really are. Ideally, the trust that we learn as children allows us to open ourselves up to others as adults-but when trauma, societal expectations, or social judgments get in the way, we often end up burying our true selves. In Out From Your Shadows, psychologist Stefanie Stahl guides you, step-by-step, through the therapeutic method that has helped millions to reconnect with their inner child and their happiness.

This book will help you discover both your shadow child-the injured, insecure part of yourself full of deep longings and scars-and your sun child, the part of you that is positive, radiant, and joyful. You'll learn which of the shadow child's self-protection strategies you're unconsciously using to shield yourself, and you'll discover how to overcome those negative influences and beliefs. It's time to befriend your inner child and give yourself the power to resolve conflicts, make your relationships stronger, and find true happiness. Because it's never too late to have a happy childhood, or to let your real self step out from behind the shadows and shine.

Inhalt

• The Child in You Wants to Find a Home

• Models of Our Personality

• The Shadow Child and the Sun Child

• How Our Inner Child Develops

• What Parents Should Keep in Mind

• The Four Basic Psychological Needs

• How Childhood Shapes Our Behavior

• How Beliefs Determine Our Perception

• We Cling Fiercely to Childhood Experiences

• The Shadow Child and Its Beliefs: The Dynamic Downer

• The Shadow Child, the Adult, and Self-Esteem

• Discover Your Shadow Child

• The Shadow Child's Self-Protection Strategies

• Heal Your Shadow Child

• Discover the Sun Child Within You

• On Self-Protection and Self-Reflection Strategies

• References

• Index