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BOOK REVIEW -Finding Strength in Difficult Times.pptx
- 1. Finding Strength in Difficult Times A BOOK OF MEDITATIONS Dr. Swati Chauhan & Prof. Samirsinh Parmar Book Review & Lessons to learn by David Viscott
- 2. Strength for You, SPP 2 Book Review Book: Finding Strength in Difficult Times A BOOK OF MEDITATIONS Author: David Viscott
- 3. Strength for You, SPP 3 About the Author David Steven Viscott was an American psychiatrist, author, businessman, and media personality. He was a graduate of Dartmouth, Tufts Medical School and taught at University Hospital in Boston. Born: 24 May 1938, Boston, Massachusetts, United States Died: 10 October 1996 (age 58 years), Studio City, Los Angeles, California, United States
- 4. Strength for You, SPP 4 Book Overview • Published: 1993 • Genre: Self-help, Meditations • A collection of short meditative reflections • Purpose: To provide strength and clarity during life’s hardships
- 5. Strength for You, SPP 5 Theme of the Book • Coping with difficulties • Emotional resilience • Self-awareness and acceptance • Finding personal strength in adversity
- 6. Strength for You, SPP 6 Structure of the Book 96 meditative passages Divided into themes: hope, courage, self-compassion, healing, and forgiveness Short, reflective style — easy to read and digest
- 7. Strength for You, SPP 7 Index page:
- 8. Strength for You, SPP 8 Key Message Every individual possesses inner strength Acknowledging pain is the first step toward healing Emotional honesty leads to clarity and peace
- 9. Strength for You, SPP 9 Meditation 1: Acknowledging Pain Importance of not denying emotional struggles Reflection on how pain signals areas of personal growth
- 10. Strength for You, SPP 10 Struggles as opportunities to rediscover oneself “Difficult times make us find out what really matters.” Meditation 2: The Gift of Struggle
- 11. Strength for You, SPP 11 The burden of past hurts Forgiveness as a strength, not a weakness Meditation 3: Letting Go
- 12. Strength for You, SPP 12 Meditation 4: Courage to Continue • Courage isn’t absence of fear, but persistence despite it. • Building resilience through daily practice.
- 13. Strength for You, SPP 13 Meditation 5: Faith in Yourself • Trusting your intuition and emotional responses. • Strength arises when you stop doubting your worth.
- 14. Strength for You, SPP 14 Be your Own Person
- 15. Strength for You, SPP 15 Practical Application • Journaling about difficult moments • Daily reflection using meditative passages • Practicing forgiveness and self- kindness
- 16. Strength for You, SPP 16 Emotional Honesty • A recurring theme in the book • The healing process starts with honesty about feelings
- 17. Strength for You, SPP 17 Dealing with Loss • Accepting the reality of loss • Finding meaning amidst grief
- 18. Strength for You, SPP 18 Stages of Grief and Transition:
- 19. Strength for You, SPP 19 Strength in Solitude •Solitude as a space for self-discovery •Learning to enjoy one's own company
- 20. Strength for You, SPP 20 Role of Acceptance • Accepting what cannot be changed • Focus on what you can control
- 21. Strength for You, SPP 21 The Power of Kindness • To self and others • Small acts of kindness can uplift both giver and receiver
- 22. Strength for You, SPP 22 Hope as a Healing Force • Hope keeps us moving in the face of adversity “There’s always something ahead worth holding on for.”
- 23. Strength for You, SPP 23 Strength During Crisis •The book encourages calm and clarity in chaos •Suggest Meditative practice for mental stability
- 24. Strength for You, SPP 24 Personal Reflection • Reading this book can personally impact readers, helps to see inner being of self. • Lessons applicable to daily challenges
- 25. Strength for You, SPP 25 Favourite Quotes from the Book
- 26. Strength for You, SPP 26 Critical Review •Strengths: Simple language, accessible, universally applicable •Limitations: Repetitive themes, lacks empirical backing
- 27. Strength for You, SPP 27 Overall Verdict Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5) • A valuable guide for emotional resilience • Best read in short, thoughtful sessions
- 28. Strength for You, SPP 28 Final quote from us: “In every difficulty, there’s a chance to discover strength you never knew you had.”
- 29. Dedicated to : "To the one whose love touches the deepest corners of my soul, whose heart beats in quiet harmony with mine — your love is my greatest strength, my constant peace, and the most beautiful gift life has given me."