Perfectly Hidden Depression : How to Break Free from the Perfectionism That Masks Your Depression.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Robinson Rutherford, Margaret.

Contributor:

Marshall, Jennifer.

Language:

English

Genre:

Self-help publications.

Popular works.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (218 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Other Title:

Perfectly Hidden Depression

Place of Publication:

Oakland : New Harbinger Publications, 2019.

Summary:

For many perfectionists, depression can feel like a weakness or failure--so, they often hide it. Their perfectionism then fuels their depression further--and so the cycle continues. Perfectly Hidden Depression offers real tools to help readers with perfectionism finally break free from this vicious cycle, so they can develop self-compassion, begin healing, and start living happier, more authentic lives.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Foreword

Preface

Introduction

Part I: Understanding Perfectly Hidden Depression

1. What Is Perfectly Hidden Depression?

2. Healthy Coping, Depression, and Perfectly Hidden Depression

3. Overcoming Stigma and Recognizing Perfectly Hidden Depression in Yourself

Part II: The Five Stages of Healing

Stage 1. Attain Consciousness: "How Could I Be Depressed? My Life Looks Perfect"

Stage 2. Make the Commitment: "I'm Scared to Be Any Different... What If I Fail?"

Stage 3. Confront Your Rulebook: "I'm so Incredibly Hard on Myself"

Stage 4. Connect with Emotional Pain for Healing: "It's Hard for Me to Feel"

Stage 5. Change Your Focus from Perfection to True Happiness: "I Want to Risk Self-Acceptance. Where Will My Journey Lead?"

Part III: Living Your True Self

4. Growing into Your New Imperfect Skin

5. Breaking the Silence and Discovering a Happier Life

Acknowledgments

Resources

References

About the Author.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9781684033591

1684033594

OCLC:

1125109273