{"product_id":"when-life-happens-the-mindset-shift-you-need-to-manage-stress-build-confidence-and-break-free-hardback-9781394358564","title":"When Life Happens; The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free (Hardback) 9781394358564","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eThe Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Dr. Rachel gets it. She knows exactly what it feels like to be stuck, overwhelmed, and burned out by the pressure to do everything. \u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e isn’t another self-help book — it’s the reset that snaps you out of the spiral and gets you moving forward with confidence.”\u003cbr\u003e —\u003cb\u003eMel Robbins,\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Let Them Theory \u003c\/i\u003eand host of The Mel Robbins Podcast\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e “Dr. Rachel reminds us that resilience isn’t about avoiding challenges—it’s about how we meet them. This book will leave you feeling empowered, understood, and ready to take action, no matter what life throws your way.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003eJessica Zucker, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e, psychologist and award-winning author of \u003ci\u003eNormalize It \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eI Had a Miscarriage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Dr. Rachel blends science, compassion, and practical strategies to show us how to shift our mindset, regain focus, and keep moving forward—just like in running, the real growth comes in how we navigate the tough miles.” \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Shannon Rowbury\u003c\/b\u003e, 3-time Olympian, Olympic Bronze Medalist, and author of \u003ci\u003eStrong as a Mother\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e is a compassionate and practical guide for anyone navigating stress, burnout, or major life transitions. Dr. Rachel provides us with a clear roadmap, giving strategies and tools along the way to help us skillfully navigate the peaks and valleys we face on the way to personal growth. This book is refreshing, relatable, and exactly what we all need when life gets messy.”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e—Yung Pueblo\u003c\/b\u003e, New York Times bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eLighter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate reset for anyone feeling stuck or stressed. Dr. Rachel Goldman combines science and heart to help readers reframe their thoughts, rebuild confidence, and move forward with purpose.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Meaghan B Murphy, \u003c\/b\u003eauthor of \u003ci\u003eYour Fully Charged Life\u003c\/i\u003e and editor in chief of \u003ci\u003eWoman’s Day\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Dr. Goldman had me at the first sentence: ‘Life is tough, but it doesn’t have to feel quite as tough.’ Such a beautiful, practical guide to replacing unproductive mindsets with greater wisdom and kindness as we face life’s inevitable challenges. A gift to all who read it!”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Glenn R. Schiraldi, PhD\u003c\/b\u003e., Lt. Colonel (U.S. Army, ret.), founder of Resilience Training International, and author\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Reading \u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e feels like having coffee with your smartest, kindest friend—one who also happens to be a brilliant psychologist armed with real, actionable tools. In a world full of self-help books, this one truly stands out for its realistic approach, genuinely helpful advice, and the way Dr. Rachel makes CBT feel both FUN and doable.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Terri Bacow, PhD,\u003c\/b\u003e author of \u003ci\u003eGoodbye, Anxiety: A Guided Journal for Overcoming Worry\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Both insightful and practical. Dr. Rachel not only inspires you to change—she shows you how.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Dr. Julie Smith\u003c\/b\u003e, clinical psychologist; \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e million-copy bestselling author\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e delivers what so many self-help books promise but fail to provide: a sustainable framework that balances cognitive tools with self-compassion, explicitly acknowledges the mental load women carry, and offers a path forward that doesn't require perfection. Dr. Rachel Goldman meets you where you are—stuck, exhausted, overwhelmed—and shows you how to actually move through it.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Ellen Vora, MD, \u003c\/b\u003epsychiatrist and author of\u003ci\u003e The Anatomy of Anxiety\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“This book is like having Dr. Rachel in your corner—calm, supportive, and reminding you how capable you really are. Her tools and mindset shifts make everything feel doable. \u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e is the reminder we all need that change is possible.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Laura Geller,\u003c\/b\u003e founder of Laura Geller Beauty\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read for anyone seeking to make meaningful and lasting change in their lives. With empirically based, real-world tools, Dr. Rachel helps readers understand their behavior patterns, reframe their perspective, and feel confident in their abilities to take healthy action in their lives.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jaime Zuckerman, PsyD, \u003c\/b\u003elicensed clinical psychologist\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“As a clinician, when I'm recommending books, I'm looking for evidence-based tools that we know work for the complexity of our lives. This is exactly what Dr. Goldman delivers, with genuine compassion, ease, and clarity. The practical strategies will leave readers knowing their next step for dealing with everyday stress and overwhelm.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Tracy Dalgleish, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eauthor, psychologist, and relationship expert\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens\u003c\/i\u003e is a must read for women struggling with burnout, balance, or identity shifts. Dr. Rachel uses her expertise as a clinical psychologist, grounded in her real-life experience as a working mom, to provide coping tools and realistic solutions that will help you to transform your life with grace and ease, and ultimately enable you to thrive.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Heidi Kristoffer, \u003c\/b\u003efounder of CrossFlow Yoga\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Dr. Goldman offers a rare blend of clinical skills, scientific creds, and clear, empathic, actionable communication, giving readers a powerful synergy for achieving life goals while valuing their life and self. Her recommendations are buttressed by scientifically accepted research and enriched by down-to-earth clinical wisdom that brings understanding, empathy, and evidence-based guidance to commonly encountered challenges. True to the book’s message, she reminds us that the bumps in the road are not your fault but your opportunity—and this book helps you seize that opportunity.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Patrick O’Neil, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eProfessor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina and Director of the Weight Management Center\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Both substance and style!! Dr. Rachel gifts us with a scientifically sound but practical guide to managing life’s challenges!! It feels like a conversation with a wise and thoughtful friend, while integrating essential principles derived from cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapy. A must read for all who seek to improve self-awareness, coping strategies and a boost in confidence in today’s demanding world.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Barbara J. Coffey, M.D. M.S., \u003c\/b\u003eProfessor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eRachel L. Goldman (Author), Pilar Guzman (Foreword by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394358564, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 23 March 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e304 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm, 0.476 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In the end, this book, like the author, leads with compassion and a healthy dose of reality. It doesn’t offer gimmicks, hacks, or easy fixes. It’s a playbook that understands how the human mind works–in all of its complexity and tendency toward survival, and sometimes self-sabotage—so we can work with it instead of against it.”  —Pilar Guzmán, Editorial Director of \u003ci\u003eOprah Daily\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReclaim your power and live a life of purpose and joy\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens: The Mindset Shift You Need to Manage Stress, Build Confidence, and Break Free, \u003c\/i\u003erenowned clinical psychologist and speaker Dr. Rachel L. Goldman delivers an inspiring, approachable, and practical strategy guide to helping women reclaim their confidence, reshape how they see themselves—inside and out, and build resilience before stress knocks at their door. Dr. Rachel explains how to eliminate feeling “stuck” and how you can gain greater control over your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re feeling professional burnout, struggling with identity changes as you enter  a new phase of your life with new challenges, or encountering obstacles as you balance it all, Dr. Rachel offers a compassionate roadmap to reclaiming your power and living a life of purpose and joy. Equipped with her insights, you will gain coping tools necessary to effectively manage any of life’s stressors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for recovering from personal and professional setbacks, allowing you to build resilience and find meaning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTechniques for those seeking personal growth, including lifelong tools to manage stress\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to navigate burnout and dissatisfaction, as well as tools to manage stress and eliminate limiting beliefs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for women seeking personal growth and an effective path to self-improvement, \u003ci\u003eWhen Life Happens \u003c\/i\u003eis also an essential resource for people struggling with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem looking for a useful tool to use as an adjunct to therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword xxi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xxv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Start Where You Are 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 What Does Stress Have to Do with It? 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 The Power of Your Thoughts, Part 1: How Your Brain Plays Tricks on You 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 The Power of Your Thoughts, Part 2: Retrain Your Brain 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 From Vision to Action: Setting Goals That Stick 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 Reframing Body Image: Seeing Yourself Through a New Lens 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Your Coping Toolbox 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Taking Action and Making It Happen 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e9 Planning for Success (And Putting It All Together) 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion: We Did It! 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Mental Health Resources 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 247\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Psychology [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Psychology\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Psychology%20%5BJM%5D%22\"\u003eJM\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453536563480,"sku":"9781394358564","price":16.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394358564.jpg?v=1785286029","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/when-life-happens-the-mindset-shift-you-need-to-manage-stress-build-confidence-and-break-free-hardback-9781394358564","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}