first, we make the beast beautiful by Sarah Wilson Summary
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Sarah Wilson transforms anxiety from a beast to a beautiful spiritual journey in this New York Times bestseller. Praised by Andrew Solomon and endorsed by Professor Patrick McGorry as a "tour de force," it offers a radical reframing that asks: What if your anxiety isn't a burden, but your greatest teacher?
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Introduction: The Beast and Me
Anxiety has been my lifelong companion, a beast that I've wrestled with since childhood. But what if, instead of trying to conquer this beast, we could make it beautiful? This Chinese proverb became my guiding light as I embarked on a journey to understand and reframe my relationship with anxiety. I've been diagnosed with everything from OCD to bipolar disorder, and I've tried countless treatments. But it wasn't until I decided to embrace my anxiety as part of who I am that I began to see its potential for growth and transformation. This book is my story, but it's also a guide for anyone who wants to dance with their own beast and find beauty in the struggle.
Part 1: The Anxious Dance
Part 2: The Beauty in Brokenness
Part 3: The Work of Healing
Part 4: The Courage to Be Imperfect
Part 5: The Power of Connection
Part 6: The Journey Continues
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