The Upside of Your Dark Side
Todd Kashdan, Local Author
RIGHT IN OUR BACKYARD!
LOCAL AUTHOR, TODD KASHDAN, WILL BE DISCUSSING HIS BOOK ”THE
UPSIDE OF YOUR DARK SIDE: WHY BEING YOUR WHOLE SELF-NOT JUST
YOUR “GOOD” SELF-DRIVES SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT!”
In “The Upside of Your Dark Side,” two pioneering researchers in the field of
psychology show that while mindfulness, kindness, and positivity can take
us far, they cannot take us all the way. Sometimes, they can even hold us
back. Emotions such as anger, anxiety, guilt, and sadness might feel uncom-
fortable, but it turns out that they are also incredibly useful. For instance:
• Anger fuels creativity
• Guilt sparks improvement
• Self-doubt enhances performance
In the same vein, we can become wiser and more effective when we harness
the darker parts of our personality in certain situations. For instance:
• Selfishness increases courage
• Mindlessness leads to better decisions
Drawing on years of scientific research and a wide array of real-life
examples including sports, the military, parenting, education, romance,
business, and more,” The Upside of Your Dark Side” is a refreshing reality
check that shows us how we can truly maximize our potential. With an
appreciation of our entire psychological toolkit, we become whole—which
allows us to climb the highest peaks and handle the deepest valleys.
Dr. Todd Kashdan is a professor of psychology at George Mason University.
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