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Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022

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Using examples from the book, explore how “thought biases” can affect mental health. How can techniques help to confront these biases?

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Contrast the terms “Motivation,” “Procrastination,” and “Anhedonia” in the book. How does Smith suggest people address the complexities surrounding motivation?

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How does the book argue that motivation is a by-product of action rather than a precursor? Develop a response that either supports or refutes this idea.

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