THE HONORABLE SELF

About the Book

This is a book about psychology and coping with stress. When you cope with the stresses of everyday living, you have chosen to live, to face life and its challenges. Too many people choose not to face their problems—to stay in their comfort zone—and let life pass them by. We present a coping model based on accountability, humility, and empathy, traits that comprise honorable character. We believe that effective coping requires acting with integrity and morality according to your values. Using real-life examples, we show you how to develop an action plan for your life based on decency and honesty, a plan that will allow you to discover your honorable self, and bring you closer to realizing your potential.

About the Author

Charles Brooks is professor emeritus of psychology at King’s College. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Duke University, his master’s in psychology from Wake Forest University, and his doctorate in psychology from Syracuse University. He was at King’s College for thirty-six years and served as department chair for twenty-nine years. He has authored numerous papers in professional journals and coauthored four books. He and his wife have two daughters and two granddaughters. He dedicates this book to Joylyn and Zoe. Michael Church is professor and chair of the Psychology Department at King’s College. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from California State University at Fullerton and his master’s and doctoral degrees in psychology from the University of Miami. Dr. Church has been a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice since 1980. For thirty-five years, he has worked at First Hospital Wyoming Valley, directing psychological testing and performing group therapy. He has authored one book and coauthored four books. Dr. Church is married and has three daughters. He dedicates this book to his first grandchild, Marabelle.