"Everyone can relate to this book! Dr. Posen teaches us, through practical and entertaining stories, how to make our lives better in every way -- and inspires us to take action!"
--Jack Canfield, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul

"This book makes change seem fun rather than a chore."
--Christine A. Padesky, PhD, co-author of Mind Over Mood, Director, Center for Cognitive Therapy, Newport Beach, CA

Always Change a Losing Game has been published widely and continues to be popular and useful. Whether readers are dealing with compulsive eating, addiction, a growing family, an unhappy relationship or an unsatisfying job, or have a seemingly insurmountable challenge ahead of them, Dr. Posen provides practical guidelines that will help them change their losing habits and become happy.

Now updated for our fast and stressful times, the book is written in everyday language to make it easy and reassuring. The connection to sports is understandable for readers thinking about their health, relationships, problem solving, self-esteem and productivity. Always Change a Losing Game explains how to make changes when important segments of their life -- work, relationships, family -- are not working out. But like all games, there has to be a plan, and it starts by changing the rules and focusing on three key areas.

• Awareness -- Be aware of the game you already playing. Is it working? What are the common losing games? How do I recognize one? Be aware of mind traps and the power of beliefs. Look at how you behave.
• Choice -- Change your thinking. Choose your focus. Keep and use your sense of humor. Choose your lifestyle. Take breaks. Pick your behavior. Find a support system. If it's not working, stop doing it. Understand why people don't solve problems.
• Permission -- Give yourself permission to change. Make it happen.

David Posen uses real-life stories of ordinary people (including himself) and everyday situations to show why change is necessary, beneficial and achievable.

DAVID POSEN, M.D., is a physician, popular speaker, and the bestselling author of The Little Book of Stress Relief, which sold more than 50,000 copies and has been translated into five languages. His previous books also include Staying Afloat When the Water Gets Rough and the classic, Always Change a Losing Game. His writing has appeared in Canadian Living, Reader's Digest, Men's Health, USA Weekend, and his TV and radio appearances have aired nation-wide. He lives in Oakville, Ontario.

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(review of previous edition) Posen's everyday language and descriptions of a multitude of situations from all walks of life have produced a flowing, comfortable, easy-to-read tool. Concepts are highlighted for easy recall through the use of type size and style, summaries at the ends of chapters, simple diagrams and point form lists. The questionnaires help the reader analyse situations... This book is a good reference throughout life for those who want to change aspects of their existence.

Canadian Medical Association Journal

[Review of previous edition:] Posen draws on his clinical and personal experience to craft an up-front, personal self-help book that espouses his philosophy... Posen's everyday language and descriptions of a multitude of situations from all walks of life have produced a flowing, comfortable, easy-to-read tool. Concepts are highlighted for easy recall through the use of type size and style, summaries at the ends of chapters, simple diagrams and point form lists. The questionnaires help the reader analyse situations. Posen's trick of referring to other publications throughout makes you want to look these up immediately. This book is a good reference throughout life for those who want to change aspects of their existence.

Canadian Medical Association Journal

[Review of previous edition:] David Posen has mastered the art of helping people change into a better version of themselves. And he does so with the precision of an accomplished surgeon and the finesse of a talented artist. His brilliance as a counsellor shines forth in every chapter as he gently takes the reader onto a journey of positive transformation in all aspects of life... The book has a potential to help you shed the layers of deep-rooted, self-defeatist conditioning and uncover your true self... I have read hundreds of books, many of them in the self-empowerment category. And I can tell you that, if not already declared, this book is on its way to becoming a classic in its genre.

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