Main description:

Edwin H. Friedman has woven 24 illustrative tales that offer fresh perspectives on familiar human foibles and reflect the author's humor, pathos, and understanding. Friedman takes on resistance and other "demons" to show that neither insight, nor encouragement, nor intimidation can in themselves motivate an unmotivated person to change. These tales playfully demonstrate that new ideas, new questions, and imagination, more than accepted wisdom, provide each of us with the keys to overcoming stubborn emotional barriers and facilitating real change both in ourselves and others. Thought-provoking discussion questions for each fable are included.

Contents:

Prologue THE FAILURE OF SYNTAX The Bridge A Nervous Condition The Friendly Forest 'Round in Circles Projection Raising Cain THE DEMONS OF RESISTANCE The Power of Belief An American Holly Soaring Net Results Metamorphosis The Curse Interlude BONDS AND BINDS Symbiosis Attachment Jean and Jane The Magic Ring The Lesson Cinderella REPTILIAN REGRESSIONS Caught in Her Own Web The Wallflower Panic Burnout Narcissus Tradition Epilogue DISCUSSION QUESTIONS