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The Gift of Adversity

The Unexpected Benefits of Life's Difficulties, Setbacks, and Imperfections

by Norman E. Rosenthal · 2013 · 352 pages

Ray Dalio
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About This Book

Psychiatrist Norman Rosenthal explores how life's disappointments and difficulties serve as catalysts for personal growth and resilience. Drawing from his own experiences in apartheid South Africa and clinical case studies, the book offers insights into turning setbacks into wisdom.

Genres

Psychology & BehaviorSelf-ImprovementHealth & Wellness

Topics

ApartheidMeditationMental HealthMindsetResilienceTrauma

Book Details

Published

2013

Pages

352

Language

en

ISBN

9780399163715

Awards & Recognition

Nautilus Book Award (Silver, 2014)

Audiobook Available

10h 21m
Narrated by Norman E. Rosenthal

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