Burks also recommends 1) design a rewards program (shoes, dresses, cake, etc) 2) make a list of things with which you would like to be rewarded, and give each a ranking with #1 as the highest level.
The entire book was interesting and contained solid advice but I can't cover every topic listed in the book so, I’ll give you a breakdown of the chapters and if more than two topics interest you I recommend you buy the book: Overcoming All Things to All People 1. The Art of Being Thankful 2. Off the Wall! Deal with Anger 3. Self-Sabotage: Overcoming Negative Behavior 4. Livening a More Simple Life 5. Communicating Your Needs and Feelings 6. Nine Steps to Higher Self Esteem 7. Super Vision 8. Overcoming Obstacles, Transition, and Change 9. Possibilities: Turning Dreams into Reality 10. Parenting: Role Modeling and Communication 11. 12 Steps to Overcoming the Superwoman Syndrome 12. Sisterhood: The Need for Encouragement and Support 13. Taking Personal Inventory of Success and Joys 14. Creating a More Calm and Peaceful Life 15. Dealing with Conflicts and Challenges 16. Your Quiet Spot 17. Saying No Without Guilt 18. Your Self Image: Who Are You? 19. Eliminating Poisonous Relationships 20. Setting Boundaries 21. Mirror!Mirror! Taking Stress Inventory 22. Living a Healthy Lifestyle 23. Overcoming Perfectionism 24. Take Off the Mask! Becoming Your Authentic Self Dealing with Aging Parents.
Don't let the cover picture of three beautiful White girls fool you, 12 of the 26 authors are successful African American women. I believe all Black, White, Latina, and Oriental women will find the advice within Overcoming the Superwoman Syndrome helpful and motivating.
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