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Peters offers a model for people to understand how the mind works in order to develop an individual's potential confidence, success and happiness.
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The Chimp Paradox. The Mind Management Programme for Confidence, Success and Happiness. Dr Steve Peters (2012). Published by Vermilion. This book is written by a Consultant Psychiatrist who, as well as his role at the University of Sheffield, has also coached athletes at the highest level in cycling, snooker and football. Peters offers a model for people to understand how the mind works in order to develop an individual's potential confidence, success and happiness. This has been used very successfully by high profile athletres, such as Sir Chris Hoy and Bradley Wiggins, but is aimed at anyone seeking to achieve potential in these areas for wellbeing. The model he offers is clearly laid out and full of useful practical exercises for the reader to make understandable that which has often left them upset, confused and frustrated. The book is in 3 parts with chapters punctuated with key points and concluded with a useful summary.
He explains what is important to the chimp and our human brain when chosing our social group. The chimp wants to be seen as strong to stay in the troop by
Humans like a world that is fair and looks after the vulnerable and one that gives equal opportunities to all. They believe that everyone will behave fairly and feel guilt, remorse and atonement. Peters suggests ways of investing in the group.
Developing security.