Lies

<p>We lie to ourselves every day and these lies can lead to significant unhappiness in our lives. In Lies authors Bridget Harwell and Elizabeth Scott present a collection of more than forty essays based on their daily interactions with clients who have suffered the pain of digging deeply and unearthing the self-deceptions that have limited their lives.</p> <p>Harwell and Scott two successful practicing psychologists compiled the essays to examine the various forms of self-deception many of which are unconscious attempts at self-protection which can go unnoticed and yet lead to stress and unhappiness. Accompanied by whimsical and evocative drawings Lies examines a variety of themes such as guilt worry indecision and the power of relationships. Each piece is followed by a conversation between Harwell and Scott that seeks to add clarity to the discussion.</p> <p>Written in a conversational style that mimics a therapy session this collection presents strategies for finding the truth beneath the lies we tell ourselves and gives us an opportunity to live a more integrated life a life of authenticity that's essential for any kind of true happiness.</p>