"Love More Now" with GiGi Langer Ph.D.

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Thirty years ago, I used alcohol, romance, and professional accomplishments to soothe my frayed nerves. After I quit drinking, I found I had a serious thinking problem! Over time, I discovered effective tools from therapy, recovery pro­grams, scientific research, and a variety of philosophical and spiritual teachings to find peace, wisdom, and hope–no matter what is going on in my life!

Formerly crowned the “Queen of Worry,” I’ve resigned my post and now live happily with my wonderful husband, Peter, and my cat, Murphy. Although I haven’t had a drug or drink for over 30 years, I do occasionally overindulge in Ghirardelli chocolate and historical novels.

I hold a PhD in Psychological Studies in Education and an MA in Psychology, both from Stanford University. As a professor at Eastern Michigan University, I won several awards for teaching, and (as Georgea M. Langer) co-authored books and articles for educators.

GiGi's personal story is captured in her latest book 50 Ways to Worry Less Now: Reject Negative Thinking to Find Peace, Clarity, and Connection & "Love More Now"

This book began as a memoir chronicling my three short marriages, career as a professional horseback rider,

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Fejezetek

1. Introduction to Gigi Langer. (00:00:00)

2. The importance of interrupting negative thinking. (00:08:18)

3. Ego vs. Ego. (00:14:34)

4. The layered story of her early recovery. (00:23:11)

5. Writing your first book. (00:27:41)

6. The common topic of getting scared about forgiveness. (00:34:51)

7. What is love going to be? (00:41:45)

8. The importance of giving up control. (00:48:40)