Letting go of good : dispel the myth of goodness to find your genuine self

"Mathews identifies a psychological pattern that largely goes unrecognized, but which is epidemic, and she offers sound, solid solutions. This very wise book deserves a wide reception."―Larry Dossey, MD, author of One Mind. Stop Being Good and Start Getting Real. Rediscover your true self with Letting Go of Good, an empowering guide to dismantling the false connection between being good and being worthy. While exposing the dangers of the guilt-led life, practicing psychotherapist Andrea Mathews shares innovative tools and techniques for healing, including how to understand and dialogue with emotions, develop intuition and discernment, and make decisions from a place of honest desire and compassion. Featuring a foreword by Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul, this book provides the guidance you need to embrace the real, authentic you. With illuminating composite examples from Andrea's clinical experience and a powerful exploration of the pathway to healing, Letting Go of Good presents a breakthrough approach to creating genuine relationships and awakening your true self to find peace.Praise: "In this wonderful book, Andrea offers an important and insightful message for those seeking the next step in a life of freedom."―Jonathan Ellerby, PhD, bestselling author of Return to the Sacred. "This beautifully expressed book is a true gift for those many who feel lost or depressed about the celebration of life."―Nancy Qualls-Corbett, PhD, author of The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspects of the Feminine and Awakening Woman "Andrea Mathews not only understands the depths to which we go to remain in the human condition, but also the purity of the soul in that collaboration. Letting Go of Good: Dispel the Myth of Goodness to Find Your Genuine Self is a powerful bridge between the two, allowing the authentic self to emerge beyond the identity."―Simran Singh, life mentor, award-winning author of Conversations with the Universe, and media creator for 11:11 Magazine "Mathews identifies a psychological pattern that largely goes unrecognized, but which is epidemic, and she offers sound, solid solutions. This very wise book deserves a wide reception."—Larry Dossey, MD, author of One Mind Stop Being Good and Start Getting Real Rediscover your true self with Letting Go of Good, an empowering guide to dismantling the false connection between being good and being worthy. While exposing the dangers of the guilt-led life, practicing psychotherapist Andrea Mathews shares innovative tools and techniques for healing, including how to understand and dialogue with emotions, develop intuition and discernment, and make decisions from a place of honest desire and compassion. Featuring a foreword by Thomas Moore, author of Care of the Soul, this book provides the guidance you need to embrace the real, authentic you. With illuminating composite examples from Andrea's clinical experience and a powerful exploration of the pathway to healing, Letting Go of Good presents a breakthrough approach to creating genuine relationships and awakening your true self to find peace. Praise: "In this wonderful book, Andrea offers an important and insightful message for those seeking the next step in a life of freedom."—Jonathan Ellerby, PhD, bestselling author of Return to the Sacred "This beautifully expressed book is a true gift for those many who feel lost or depressed about the celebration of life."—Nancy Qualls-Corbett, PhD, author of The Sacred Prostitute: Eternal Aspects of the Feminine and Awakening Woman "Andrea Mathews not only understands the depths to which we go to remain in the human condition, but also the purity of the soul in that collaboration. Letting Go of Good: Dispel the Myth of Goodness to Find Your Genuine Self is a powerful bridge between the two, allowing the authentic self to emerge beyond the identity."—Simran Singh, life mentor, award-winning author of Conversations with the Universe, and media creator for 11:11 Magazine Letting Go of Good takes a hard look at our long-cherished myths about goodness and worthiness and helps you connect to your genuine desires without being overwhelmed by fear and guilt. The key techniques for working through the compulsive need to always be good are learning to discern the messages of difficult emotions while connecting to your genuine desires. Practicing psychotherapist Andrea Mathews shares innovative tools for understanding and dialoging with emotions, developing intuition and discernment, and making decisions from a sacred place of desire and true compassion. With illuminating examples from her clinical practice and a powerful exploration of the nature of healing, this book shares a breakthrough approach to creating vulnerable, authentic relationships and a sustainable, spiritual experience of the true Self. let go of good,letting go of the good,let go of the good,andrea mathews,andrea matthews,self help,self-help,self help book,self-help book,empowerment,self empowerment,inspiration A unique approach to recovering authenticity and gaining new perspectives on challenging familial and cultural messages