https://wijnandbaretta.com/authors/kashdan-todd/Recent content in Kashdan, Todd on Wijnand Barettahttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pnghttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pngHugo -- 0.152.2enMon, 26 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/the-upside-of-your-dark-side-why-being-your-whole-self-not-just-your-good-self-drives-success-and-fulfillment/Mon, 26 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/the-upside-of-your-dark-side-why-being-your-whole-self-not-just-your-good-self-drives-success-and-fulfillment/<h1 id="the-upside-of-your-dark-side">The Upside of Your Dark Side</h1> <p><strong>Authors</strong>: Robert Biswas-Diener and Todd Kashdan</p> <h2 id="summary">Summary</h2> <p>&ldquo;The Upside of Your Dark Side&rdquo; is a compelling exploration of the benefits that can arise from embracing the parts of ourselves typically considered negative or undesirable. The authors, Robert Biswas-Diener and Todd Kashdan, argue that traits such as anger, anxiety, guilt, and other seemingly negative emotions are crucial for achieving success and fulfillment. The book challenges the common belief that happiness and positive thinking are the sole routes to a good life. Instead, it presents a more nuanced understanding of well-being, emphasizing the importance of integrating both light and dark aspects of oneself. Through various studies, anecdotes, and psychological insights, the authors illustrate how these darker aspects can lead to greater resilience, creativity, and personal growth.</p>