How to Struggle Better: Navigating Difficult Times with Self-Compassion

Written by Michelle McQuaid

Narrated by Kristi Burns

In How to Struggle Better, an audio course from Scribd Coach, positive psychology expert Michelle McQuaid helps you discover invaluable strategies to navigate hard times with grace and self-compassion.

In this empathetic, evidence-based course, McQuaid discusses the distinction between self-criticism and self-compassion and illuminates the power of self-kindness, helping you cultivate a nurturing mindset even in the face of adversity. McQuaid also explains how to apply the principles of positive psychology, translating them into tangible steps and techniques to promote growth, resilience, and personal well-being.

How to Struggle Better is a practical guide to making it through difficult times, informed by psychological research and real-world applications. Anyone looking to step up their self-compassion will benefit from McQuaid’s advice.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Scribd Coach
• Release date: Aug 15, 2023
• ISBN: 9781094446561

Michelle McQuaid

Sought around the world for her playful approach to translate cutting-edge research in positive psychology and neuroscience into practical actions, Michelle helps people and workplaces to thrive. A best-selling author with more than 25 years of global leadership experience in organizations of all sizes, she works with boards, leadership teams, managers and employees to help them move beyond their fears, improve their resilience and wellbeing, and build authentic and productive connections so they can do the best work of their lives. Michelle’s unique ability to inspire, energize, and support people to create lasting strengths-based changes is why her clients include Deloitte’s, IBM, LendLease, Treasury Wine Estate, the Dubai Government, and Melbourne University among many others. With a PhD for her research on Appreciative Inquiry Summits and a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology, Michelle has led the charge on creating free, evidence-based tools for workplaces including The PERMAH Workplace Survey (permahsurvey.com). To learn more about McQuaid and her work, visit her website, MichelleMcQuaid.com, or find her on LinkedIn at au.linkedin.com/in/chellemcquaid.