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About The Book

Using a holistic approach, including relaxation techniques and behavior therapy, author Kathryn Tristan offers a comprehensive and permanent solution to chronic worrying. With many people suffering in silence and barely coping with their daily stress, Why Worry? breaks through the myths and shame around anxiety and proposes a life-altering set of practices that will have readers rebounding with clarity and purpose.
Learn how to make effective, empowering choices and rise above stress by clearing physical and mental clutter; possibilizing rather than terribilizing; dropping the blame game; start saying OK over NO WAY; getting unstuck and into the flow; and creating a personal manifestos.
This hands-on, solution-oriented book looks at the whole person, from mind to body and desire to action, to empower readers to take full control of their lives and permanently alleviate fear, worry, and anxiety. It’s time to stop coping and start living.

About The Author

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Kathryn Tristan has written and coauthored more than 120 articles in leading health publications under her professional name, Kathryn Liszewski, as well as published articles in mainstream publications, such as Parade and Psychology Today. She is a member of the Anxiety Disorders Association of America and the American Association of Immunologists. She lives in St. Louis, Missouri, where she is a research scientist on the faculty at Washington University School of Medicine.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Atria Books/Beyond Words (November 12, 2012)
  • Length: 224 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781582703879

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Raves and Reviews

Why Worry? is just what the doctor ordered for all those who suffer from the devastating effects of constant fear and worry. Written by a compassionate scientist who has overcome the problem herself, Why Worry? offers instantly accessible solutions that really work!"
—CHRISTIANE NORTHRUP, MD, author of Mother-Daughter Wisdom, The Wisdom of Menopause, and Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom

“The experiences of my own life have taught me to never give up, to remain positive, and most importantly, to believe in yourself and your ability to overcome obstacles. This book not only inspires you to move beyond your fears, it provides simple and concrete ways to do it.”
—CATHY TURNER, two-time Olympic gold medalist in short track speed skating

“Not many people are talented enough to find their way out of the deep woods of anxiety as thoroughly and directly as Kathryn Tristan has done. Her success in overcoming anxiety demonstrates the power of the mental tools she has discovered.”
—CAROL S. NORTH, MD, MPE, professor of Psychiatry and Surgery/Division of Emergency Medicine, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX

"[Why Worry?] will help those of all gradations on the stress continuum."

– Library Journal

"This book brings fresh hope and help for those suffering from anxiety and panic. The holistic and light approach makes you feel as if your best friend, who overcame her own struggles, is helping you do the same. If you are struggling with anxiety, I recommend that you read this book."

– Susan Jeffers, PhD, author of Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway and Life is Huge!

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