Managing Fear book reviews
Readers often mention the clear, relatable examples and the flexible approach to handling fear without feeling overwhelmed. Here is what mental health professionals and everyday readers have said about A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear.
“I would recommend this book to clients”
“I believe anyone can pick up this book and find practical solutions to help re-adjust their thinking from irrational, all or nothing thinking, to do-able action based behavioral change.”
AAmyProfessional mental health counselorWhat people are saying
A well written guide to help understand fear
“Stanley Popovich breaks this book into three effective strategies to help the everyday person learn how to admit, address, and overcome anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks driven from fear and worry. As a professional mental health counselor, I would recommend this book to clients who come in and are dealing with excessive worry or fearful thoughts but aren’t sure if it is a driving force behind their ongoing problems. I recommend this book for anyone who lives with constant worry and anxiety. Stan provides practical techniques that are broken down into easy steps.”
AAmyProfessional mental health counselorA helpful guide to dealing with fear
“Stanley Popovich’s book is packed with well-presented, concrete suggestions for identifying fears and working to overcome their hold on your life. I particularly appreciated the many examples provided of ways to notice distorted thoughts and other factors that worsen fears. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I know that this is a tried-and-true way to help someone begin to dismantle fear, and Mr. Popovich does this very well. This is one I would recommend.”
TTammyLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistI use the same suggestions in my practice
“A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear is a great self-help book. I have been a counselor for many years now and I use some of the same suggestions and tactics in my practice and you didn’t have to pay $55.00 an hour to hear them!”
MMMark MyersCounselorI enjoyed reading this book
“Stanley Popovich’s book provides the reader with a practical set of techniques useful in overcoming anxiety and worry found in everyday life circumstances as well as in extraordinary or traumatizing events. He uses everyday stories and narratives to help illustrate techniques that are useful in overcoming fear. As a mental health clinician, I would certainly see the utility in using this book.”
BVBrian Van BruntMental health clinicianThis book is to the point
“As a therapist, I have found that clients like to have a simplified explanation. This book provides just that. It takes three methods to manage fear, and Stan explains each one through the use of examples. All three methods are then combined to show other approaches.”
DDonTherapistThis book offers many approaches
“A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear is a practical book for the person challenged with anxiety and fear. Many times, we need to try a number of approaches in order to get results. As a trained clinical social worker, I would suggest this book as an excellent means of educating oneself about anxiety and fear and developing a plan for coping.”
MCMollie ConradClinical social workerThis book is worth your time
“This book is easy to read and understand and is full of practical information. As a professional counselor in private practice, I see many clients struggling with anxiety issues. The information presented can be a good place to start to address these issues.”
DDesdaProfessional counselorA great book
“This book is written in such a way that anyone can glean some great information and tools of how to understand and manage fear. As a counselor, I understand there are more intricate details but oftentimes the best thing for clients is simple things and this book offers just that.”
CCindyCounselorEasy to put into practice
“Stan does a great job at providing an understanding of how to take control of fear and anxiety in a person’s life. It is written in a practical and non-technical way. I will recommend it to my clients.”
SSusanRecommends it to clientsAn excellent book on managing fear
“I would highly recommend this concise and comprehensive book on dealing with fear. It nicely integrates psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy. Very practical, well-written, and accessible. Just a lot of good advice to get a grip on fear.”
RYRochelle YorkReaderA helpful book for anyone wanting to manage their fear
“Stan’s book is a very helpful book for those struggling with any sort of fear in their lives. The author uses many illustrations and examples throughout the book to show how his suggestions would work in an everyday situation. He also recommends going to a psychologist with some of these approaches.”
TSTamara SinnamonReaderA handy supplement to help with fear
“A simple written, easy to understand, and practical guide for the average reader looking for some help in dealing with their personal fears and anxieties. The book provides an understandable definition of fear with an acknowledgement of the healthy role fear can play.”
KSKevin SlingerlandReaderA great start on how to handle fear and anxiety
“It helps when readers need to hear methods in a non-technical way without psychological terms. I like the fact that he brings in examples for each method which gives the reader an idea on how to implement the methods mentioned. This book is a great start for everyone dealing with fear in one way or the other.”
JJinaReaderAn effective read
“While this book is no substitute for a mental health professional, as the author clearly states, I believe that it can be effective in helping individuals manage mild to moderate fear. There are enough ideas here that nearly everyone should find something that works for them.”
SSteveReaderGreat suggestions and methods
“As someone who has struggled with my own fears and anxiety, I found this book to be very straight forward and informative. The author presents a direct approach to identifying the underlining cause of the fear and offers realistic methods to face those fears.”
KBKari BridgesReaderAn excellent resource
“I found Stanley’s book to be very useful. It gives some really good ideas about dealing with fear that I had not considered myself. This is a great book for individuals who are trying to work through issues on their own or would like to use with their counselor.”
JJosieReaderAn easy introduction into managing fear
“This book can be read in one sitting. It is inspirational and clear. The book is not long yet it provides an immersion into the topic of fear along with specific techniques to manage it.”
TThomasReaderThis book covers many techniques
“This book is very easy to read. I like the fact that the book uses a combination of techniques to deal with fear while so many other books just focus on one technique. I definitely recommend reading this book.”
LMLinda MorganReaderA helpful tool in managing fear
“Stanley’s book packs a lot of punch for being a good book on the topic of managing fear. He presents examples of fears and overcoming fears that the average reader can relate to.”
FBFrank BookheadReaderOne powerful book that can change your life
“Within this book are the answers that so many people so desperately need to hear. There is hope and freedom in the pages of this life saver, and the power to be set free from our fears. Don’t miss out on this book!”
TBTrisha BleauReaderPacks a powerful punch
“Stan Popovich presents his guide to overcoming fear and anxiety in the form of a common-sense booklet accessible to all ages. A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear packs a powerful punch and is well worth the read!”
LCL.C. HendersonReaderTimely and sound
“Stan Popovich does an excellent job in delving into what fear is and its various forms. I highly recommend this well-written and well-researched book to everyone seeking a down-to-earth approach to managing his or her own fears.”
DSDiana SchramerReaderA great balance of techniques
“There is never just one single approach to help us face our fears. It is accomplished by taking the steps that work best for us and mingling them together to find our perfect workable solution. This book gives us insight into many different approaches.”
GGwenReaderThe format of the book is an easy read
“This is a well-written guide that offers strategies to manage fear and anxiety. The format of the book makes for an easy read, and the case examples are helpful for the reader to understand how the strategies could be applied.”
AAnneteReaderGreat information
“I like this book because it is very compact in rich material. The author uses common sense, current research, as well as his own experience to provide the reader with lots of good tips to deal with anxiety. I highly recommend it!”
SShaneReaderA very good and concrete book
“I was impressed with the strategies and the examples provided. There are some excellent strategies to help someone when they are in the midst of fear and anxiety. And anyone can learn from the examples provided. Very nice touch.”
MRMary ReillyReaderA good reference
“An encouraging practical guide to dealing with and overcoming fear and fear’s effects in our daily lives. Stanley Popovich does a good job of presenting practical tips to cope effectively with fear, while also emphasizing the need to seek further help and resources as needed.”
HHenryReaderEasy to understand
“Stan Popovich’s book is written in a way that someone struggling with fear will be able to understand and be able to take the first steps to overcoming that fear.”
LWL. WilliamsonReaderPractical strategies you can use right away
About 200 pages, easy to read, and packed with techniques you can try today.
