The Flower In The Pocket
A Being Human guide to finding growth through emotional pain
Published on 1. November 2023
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-1-922539-89-2 (ISBN)
Description
An empowering guide to managing emotions in difficult situations, from a specialist in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
In The Flower in the Pocket, we meet Wilbur, a man gripped by overwhelming anger. Even his beloved garden seems to wither in the face of his fury. Can Wilbur bring his world back into balance? Can he re-empower himself in a situation he cant control?
This insightful short story explains how our vulnerabilities to psychological struggle can turn emotional pain into more deep-seated suffering, and gives readers tools to combat this. The concise, insightful narrative uses metaphor to delve into the innate challenges of human psychology, and make them accessible for all readers. The narrative concludes with a deep exploration of a unique teaching, and a practical process for readers to implement in their lives. This is the essential guide for anyone struggling to find stability in seemingly uncontrollable situations
The Being Human Series
This is one of four books in the Being Human series, a self-help collection that dives into the complexities of the human condition. Based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy teachings, the stories focus on the importance of developing psychological resilience to help us deal with lifes challenges. Each book stands alone but, when read together, offers a thorough understanding of our shared human experience
In The Flower in the Pocket, we meet Wilbur, a man gripped by overwhelming anger. Even his beloved garden seems to wither in the face of his fury. Can Wilbur bring his world back into balance? Can he re-empower himself in a situation he cant control?
This insightful short story explains how our vulnerabilities to psychological struggle can turn emotional pain into more deep-seated suffering, and gives readers tools to combat this. The concise, insightful narrative uses metaphor to delve into the innate challenges of human psychology, and make them accessible for all readers. The narrative concludes with a deep exploration of a unique teaching, and a practical process for readers to implement in their lives. This is the essential guide for anyone struggling to find stability in seemingly uncontrollable situations
The Being Human Series
This is one of four books in the Being Human series, a self-help collection that dives into the complexities of the human condition. Based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy teachings, the stories focus on the importance of developing psychological resilience to help us deal with lifes challenges. Each book stands alone but, when read together, offers a thorough understanding of our shared human experience
Reviews / Votes
"The latest in Dr. Carrie Hayward's Being Human series, The Man and the Flower in his Pocket, is a tender and touching tale about the power of emotional acceptance and the costs we pay when we're not able to make space for difficult emotions. We see in Wilbur the paradox of experiential avoidance-- when our lives become oriented around controlling or avoiding painful thoughts or feelings, we are no longer focused on what we would truly want to make important in our lives, what really matters to us. This is such an essential lesson in leading a well-lived life. At the end of the book, Dr. Hayward also gives the reader concrete tools for developing emotional acceptance making this book both a pleasure to read and a practical resource."-Jenna LeJeune, Ph.D, Psychologist, Co-author of Values in Therapy "Carrie has an incredible ability to clearly identify and articulate the complexity, the struggle and the beauty of the human experience. As a result, reading these books/this book can help us feel less alone in our sometimes challenging journey of life. She harnesses the power of story, and adds evidence-based theory and accessible strategies. In doing so, she offers us both a companion for life and a practical resource to support us to live with more purpose, passion and connection. I cannot wait to recommend these beautiful books/this beautiful book to all of my clients as well as savor my very own copies"
-Liv Downing - Psychologist, Meditation & Mindfulness teacher, Author "The latest in Dr. Carrie Hayward's Being Human series, The Man and the Flower in his Pocket, is a tender and touching tale about the power of emotional acceptance and the costs we pay when we're not able to make space for difficult emotions. We see in Wilbur the paradox of experiential avoidance-- when our lives become oriented around controlling or avoiding painful thoughts or feelings, we are no longer focused on what we would truly want to make important in our lives, what really matters to us. This is such an essential lesson in leading a well-lived life. At the end of the book, Dr. Hayward also gives the reader concrete tools for developing emotional acceptance making this book both a pleasure to read and a practical resource."
-Tamar D. Black, PhD, Educational and Developmental Psychologist and author, ACT for Treating Children 'This charming and wise story teaches a ;counter-intuitive life lesson: If you are not willing to have the emotions you have, that is what you'll get. Highly recommended."
-Steven C. Hayes, Ph.D. Originator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy "Dr Carrie Hayward has done such a good job of writing these stories to help make important, complex ideas understandable and relatable"
- Lucy Durack, Actor, Writer and Co-founder of Hey Lemonade
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Auckland
New Zealand
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 168 mm
Width: 166 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
181 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-922539-89-2 (9781922539892)
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Person
Dr Carrie Hayward is a Melbourne-based clinical psychologist whose life's work is to help individuals live more consciously and purposefully. Specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Carrie advocates for psychological flexibility and resilience in the face of life's inevitable challenges. In 2022, she spent six months in Zanzibar, Tanzania, living and serving in a different community, enriching her understanding of what it truly means to be present and interconnected.