A Liberated Mind by Steven C. Hayes is a transformative book that introduces readers to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a science-backed approach to psychological flexibility. Hayes, the founder of ACT, argues that pain and suffering are not problems to eliminate, but experiences to embrace with awareness and compassion. Instead of fighting negative thoughts or feelings, ACT encourages individuals to accept them, defuse from them, and take meaningful action based on core values. The book outlines six key principles of ACT: acceptance, cognitive defusion, present-moment awareness, self-as-context, values, and committed action. Through stories, exercises, and scientific research, Hayes shows how these principles can help people overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and even chronic illness—not by changing their thoughts, but by changing their relationship to those thoughts. Hayes emphasizes the idea of psychological flexibility—the ability to stay open, aware, and engaged in life, even when it's hard. A Liberated Mind is not just a guide for mental health; it’s a manual for living with purpose, resilience, and authenticity. It helps readers free themselves from the tyranny of their inner critic and create a life that truly matters, even in the face of struggle.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-reads--6471107/support.

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