Rudeness Rehab
John M. O’Brien, Ph.D.
Reclaiming Civility In The Workplace And Your Home Space
Hate and division have become a more prevalent part of our society. People can easily identify how violent or aggressive behavior has a negative impact on those involved and even those who witness it. But what about the more subtle but nonetheless negative behaviors of rudeness and incivility? This book is about getting you to think about the less obvious ways that we treat each other poorly and the negative impacts that these behaviors can have on the physical and emotional health of ourselves and our loved ones. Through a mental-health-based approach to awareness using tools like breathing, active listening, and compassion, you’ll learn how to better handle any rude situation.
John M. O’Brien, Ph.D.
John M. O’Brien, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, professional speaker, and executive coach in Portland, Maine. He is a founder of Mental Health Associates of Maine and Activate Success. John serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Maine at Augusta, teaching courses in psychology, trauma, and addiction-related topics. John equips people with tangible skills and concrete tools that empower them to swiftly reduce stress levels and enhance wellness.
Praise for Rudeness Rehab
“We all have choices on how we treat others. The climate we currently live in is a pressure cooker and people continue to focus on themselves rather than think of their impact on others. Dr. O’Brien knows how to help people see the value of a kinder approach to workplace interactions. He offers strategies on more effective responses to incivility. His work shifts people’s attention from what about me to what about you.”
“Powerful dynamics in our culture have normalized treating each other poorly. Driven by fear, anxiety, division and self-interest, our communications are too frequently divorced from our most precious values of respect, compassion and kindness. John skillfully shows us how we can find our way back to our better selves and begin the healing we so badly need as individuals and as a country.”
“Reading Rudeness Rehab is an investment in emotional intelligence. These are the sorts of lessons that pay dividends for a lifetime. If you believe in being the diff erence you wish to see in the world, this book is a valuable roadmap.”