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This Is Your Brain On Joy A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth
By Dr. Earl Henslin
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On 12/7 Lisa Baughn wrote: I have been a fan of Dr. Daniel Amen, of the Amen Clinics for years! When I saw he had written the forward for This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth and had worked with the author, Dr. Earl Henslin, I knew I ... Book Review: This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 10/27 Shane Clements wrote: As most of you know, we have had a very trying year with all that we faced with our little Michael Z, our oldest daughter getting married, our son-in-law going into the Air Force, and then our daughter moving to Mississippi to be with her husband. I recieved this book to review right in the midst of ... Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 10/14 Karla Akins wrote: THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON JOY: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth by Dr. Earl Henslin is one of the best books I’ve read in many years about brain health. Did you know your brain is plastic? That it can actually change with time from what ... Did You Know That Your Brain is Plastic?
On 9/20 Benjamin Jorden wrote: his is Your Brain on Joy is a fascinating, but not too technical look at how spiritual elements as well as physical ones effect a person’s behavior and mood. Dr. Earl Henslin advocates doing individual SPECT brain scans to determine what the makeup of the brain is and to see if something in the person’s ... This is Your Brain on This Book
On 9/11 Heather Thompson wrote: An interesting look at how our brains work based on Dr. Henslin's and Dr. Amen's studies using SPECT scans. There are many different parts of our brains and each part plays a different role in affecting our moods. This book gives detailed description of common mood disorders and then realistic guideline ... This is Your Brain on Joy, Dr. Earl Henslin
On 9/9 Sherri Woodbridge wrote: Though it's easy to understand, it is highly informative and gives you much to ponder in areas you may not have considered. Dr. Henslin leads to reader in answering questions of chronic depression and offering new hope in dealing with such a, at times, debilitating disease. Addictions, obsessions - among ... Book Review: This Is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 9/2 Keith Ferguson wrote: Dr. Earl Henslin is a licensed professional counselor in southern California who has written a new book on how to have a healthy brain. He has adopted many of the practices of Dr. Daniel Amen (famous for his books on the brain that have developed from his brain-imaging work) and put them to work in ... Book Notes: This is Your Brain on Joy (3/5)
On 8/31 Peter Cantelon wrote: A great read with some incredible insights. The author has quite a literary talent as well beyond what you would expect from a doctor in his field. The book will definitely inspire you to think twice before judging others and cause you to think deeply about how God may view our brokeness. This is a ... This is You Brain On Joy
On 8/10 Cyndi Sanders wrote: The title of this book by Dr Earl Henslin is what really caught my attention. I also wondered what the content would be like. I was surprised at how down to earth and full of practical information. It’s very interesting how the doctor intertwined medicine and biblical truths. I found that there ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 8/8 Jim Steward wrote: Recently I’ve been reading a book that is part brain research and completely fun. As part of my work as a marriage and family junkie, I often study the differences between men’s and women’s brains and this book is an interesting addition to that study.Dr. Earl Henslin has taken the dull and clinical ... This is Your Brain on Joy - A joy to read!
On 8/2 Brittanie Terrell wrote: Hardcover: 240 pagesPublisher: Thomas Nelson (January 6, 2009)ISBN-13: 978-0785228738 Product Description:A break-through guide to help people experience lasting joy by restoring brain health.What does the latest research in brain science and brain imaging say about our ability (or inability) to experience ... This Is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 7/9 Jeffrey McPheeters wrote: by Dr. Earl HenslinDo you have categories in your library or even in your brain for self-help books you have read? I do. I have three categories for them. The first one is called Profound and in that category I place books which have the ability to profoundly affect the way I look at life. The second ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 6/26 Stephen Escalera wrote: Everyone wants to be joyful, to be happy. What if there was a way to "rewire" your brain to experience all the joy you could possibly handle? What if you learned doctors could, by taking a picture of your brain, tell you exactly what was wrong and how to fix it? Sounds like something you might find in ... Book Review - This is Your Brain on Joy
On 6/9 Michelle Lovato wrote: Know what was wrong with Dawna? Her cingulate was broken! Oh, of course – the ol’ cingulate. I should have known. So what the bleepity bleep is a cingulate anyway, you ask? Well reader, it doesn’t take a brain surgeon to figure this one out. Okay. Maybe it does. Dr. Earl Henslin, author of This ... No Wonder My Boss is Such a .. a .. a .. Challenge
On 6/2 Crystal Offhaus wrote: I recently read This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. I have to say I chose this book to read and blog a review on because I expected to not like it. I could tell in the first chapter I needed to read what Dr. Henslin had to say about joy and your brain. I learned so much about the human brain. ... Review of "This is Your Brain on Joy"
On 5/30 Lindy Wiseman wrote: There it was, my life on America's Funniest Home Videos. The clip was of two gerbils running on a wheel; the one on the outside was running as fast as it could; the one on the inside (trapped between the gerbil on the outside and the glass wall of the container) was not doing so well. In fact, desperately ... A life well lived is your best revenge.
On 5/26 Kay Walsh wrote: Some may envision children with Jell-O-red smiles, rambunctious puppies, or Fourth of July parades. For others, joy may conjure up memories of time spent with someone you love or warm summer evenings. However, in this book, the author takes a more scientific approach. Through the use of SPECT (single ... How do you picture joy?,
On 5/25 Harold Arnold wrote: For me, the measure of excellent non-fiction literature is when one begins to see the world through the lens that the author provides. I recently completed reading Dr. Earl Henslin’s This is Your Brain on Joy. And, I was hooked from the first chapter when he described how he has come to incorporate ... Marriage on the Brain
On 5/25 Scarlet Ordish wrote: Book Review Title: This Is Your Brain on Joy Author: DR. Earl Henslin Foreword: DR. Daniel G. Amen Publisher: Thomas Nelson "A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health and Nurturing Spiritual Growth" When I first started reading the book I immediately liked how it addressed ... Scarlet Ordish: This is your brain on joy
On 5/16 Diane H. wrote: New to my blog? Check out my welcome post at http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/crazyhouse/595801/ Don't forget to take my poll in the sidebar! This Is Your Brain on Joy A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth Jacketed Hardcover Suggested ... New Review!!! This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 5/14 Brian Fulthorp wrote: Thanks to the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger’s program I got a copy of Dr. Earl Henslin’s This is your Brain on Joy:A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nuturing Spirituality (Thomas Nelson, 2009) and I am quite glad I did! This is a really interesting ... Book Review: This is your Brain on Joy
On 5/7 K Andrews wrote: This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin Review:Finally, a mental health book that provides not only a solution but solid, easy to understand science. Dr. Henslin does a wonderful job examing the subject of "Joy" as it relates to brain health. Dr. Henslin uses several methods to diagnose and ... This Is Your Brain on Joy Review
On 5/5 Justin Vance wrote: hink. Learn. Pray. Plan. Dream. For soon… you will become. <BR> “We need to get a little perspective.” Said Jones. And thus unfolds the best literary work I’ve had the privelege to read in the last 12 months.I like to think I read a lot. I read for a few different reasons. Most to educate myself ... The Noticer
On 4/29 Teri Lynne Underwood wrote: Can everyone experience joy? Is there a formula for joy in life? Are some people just naturally more happy and joyful? These are a few of the issues contemplated in This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. Henslin takes his personal experience as a therapist coupled with the research and ... Ever Wonder If You Can Have MORE Joy in Your Life?
On 4/28 Scott Skones wrote: We look at those around us and know, sort of instinctively, that there is some underlying physiological cause to their behavior and choices. In this book, Dr. Earl Henslin presents sound medical research on the relationship between the physical state and function of the brain, and the behavioral results ... Book Review: This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/27 Anne LeGare wrote: This book was a joy to read! It was like reading an "Idiots Guide to the Brain." My mother has a rare brain disease, and now I understand which parts of the brain are controlling (or not controlling in her case) different parts of her. I loved how Henslin incorporated the spiritual with the physical, ... Unexpectedly Delightful Book
On 4/22 Michael Combs wrote: Wow, be prepared for your brain to be full to the brim with information about…itself! This book provides actual pictures along with information to show well functioning brains and not so good brains. The thing I got most out of the book was a wealth of resources to take care of my brain. From nutrition to ... A Great Resource for Brain Health
On 4/21 Alicia Smith wrote: Very rarely can I find a book that approaches a topic with medical expertise, sensitivity to a person's hurts, and acknowledgment that what our deepest need is God (and to know him intimately). This book does all three! With an extremely fresh and educated perspective, Dr. Henslin explains that the constant ... Book Review: This is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/17 Jamie Hall wrote: Christian? Ever had a head injury? This may be the book for you.At least, that was the impression that I got from the first chapter or so of this book, This Is Your Brain on Joy. The book operates on the principle that many problematic personality issues and psychological problems (such as ADD, ADHD, ... A Review: This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/11 Tony Morgan wrote: 4.0 out of 5 stars Your Brain Needs this Book, April 11, 2009 By Tony Morgan Honestly, the worst part of the book is the cover. It took me a while to get past all the flowers and the depression and anxiety I experienced thinking I was reading a woman's book. Once I got started, though, I quickly learned ... Your Brain Needs this Book
On 4/9 Suzanne Eller wrote: I talked with a friend a couple of weeks ago. "I just want to be happy," he said. My joy factor is high. I don't struggle with depression. Because of that I didn't want to offer pithy words that would make it worse. That's why the new book by Dr. Earl Henslin caught my eye. Titled "This is Your Brain ... This is Your Brain on Joy! A review of revolutionary new book by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 4/8 George Marshall wrote: This Is Your Brain On Joy A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth Author: Dr. Earl Henslin Hard Cover, 242 pages Publisher: Thomas Nelson Language: English ISBN-13: 9780785228738 Thanks, first, to Thomas Nelson for this review copy of This ... Review of This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/6 Molly Harper wrote: Well, I just finished reading a book yesterday, and I am seriously looking forward to sharing this review with you more than any of the past books I've read so far. Yes, it took me a long time to read it. Yes, I was a bit skeptical at first. I let my husband Caleb choose the book this time for me, I ... Make Your Brain Smile
On 4/5 David Stadel wrote: Using language for the average person, Dr. Henslin introduces the reader to the geography of the human brain, five different area's relationships to moods and behaviors, and how to “fix” problems one might be experiencing.The book is an abundant resource of knowledge. It would be of value to anyone, ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 4/4 susanne phaneuf wrote: I’ve always been a pretty firm believer that you can judge a book by its cover. And the cover of This Is Your Brain On Joy has a pretty spectacular cover, so my hopes were high as I cracked open the cover.My theory, as usual, was not incorrect. Dr. Earl Henslin’s book examines the concept of joy, ... book review: This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 4/3 Julie Morrison wrote: This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Henslin was an extremely informative read. It’s written in terms that a parent without a medical education can understand. Interspersed throughout many of the chapters were photographs of various brains in different states. This helped me to see the profound impact ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 4/3 Blake Atwood wrote: As a disclaimer, I signed up to be a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger a few weeks ago. They send me books; I read them and review them. Fortunately, they ask that the review be honest, and about the whole book. That’s always my intention. This is Your Brain on Joy is not a book I ... Review: This is Your Brain on Joy, by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 4/2 Julie Klassen wrote: Have you ever considered that one hug could redirect your life? That is the personal testimony of author Dr. Earl Henslin who starts his book, "This is Your Brain on Joy", with an account of how a hug gave him a new world view. If you are interested in how your brain works but are daunted by technical ... It Started with a Hug
On 4/1 Heather McDougle wrote: I just got finished reading This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. It was a very interesting book on the different parts of the brain and how they are suppose to function correctly. When they aren't working correctly or you have a brain injury, you can end up with several ailments such as depression, ... This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 4/1 Sharon Lavy wrote: I was positively thrilled with this book. This is not a one-size-fits-all solution to depression, or anxiety, or personality disorder. The book is easy to read and the diagrams help the reader see what the good doctor is trying to explain. I took the test inclosed in the text and immediately went to ... A must read for anyone who has suffered sadness and for those who live with them,
On 3/31 Tiffany Colter wrote: I have to admit, when I saw the book titled "This is your Brain on Joy" I rolled my eyes. I remember as a child watching the egg frying in a pan and the serious looking guy saying "This is your brain on Drugs, any questions?" Since my goal with these monthly book reviews is to share with you guys things ... Brain Scans meet the Bible
On 3/30 Heidi Plumley wrote: This is my review of the book "This is Your Brain on Joy" by Dr. Earl Henslin and published by Thomas Nelson. The book talks about the science of our brains and how we can help re-define our brains and their hotspots (in a nutshell.) The book is so jam-packed full of information, it is difficult to ... Is Your Brain on Joy?
On 3/30 Ryan Barton wrote: That's the title of my review of Dr. Earl Henslin's book "This Is Your Brain On Joy." Let me back up a bit. I was recently made aware that book publisher, Thomas Nelson, launched (a fairly revolutionary program) called Book Review Bloggers. As an avid fan of both books and blogs, I was naturally ... Interesting, but Needs Focus
On 3/30 Lori Kibby wrote: For those of us who have struggled with people who tell us that bibical joy is a command and we just couldn't muster it up without faking it here is a book that gives us some clear answers, "Your Brain on Joy" by Earl Henslin. There are real reasons why we might struggle with being joyful. At last ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/29 Kevin Twombly wrote: Being a Youth Pastor that has dealt with and will continue to deal with students with ADD, ADHD, PTSD, and other learning or emotional disorders I found this book insightful. The techniques and treatments described in the book have led to breakthroughs for many people suffering from a wide spectrum of brain disorders, from brain ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/28 Richard Peterson wrote: I got this book for the following reasons: • I am interested in the mind (including the large part that “research” has said we don’t use); • I am interested in the debate about a Christian’s use of spiritual and/or medical methods; • I see so much potential lost in people who can’t seem ... This is your Brain on Joy [Book Review]
On 3/27 Heather Randall wrote: This Is Your Brain On Joy A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth By Dr. Earl Henslin Published By Thomas Nelson I was not an overly health conscious person. I didn’t really watch my weight or worry about what I eat. I wouldn’t take ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/27 Marta Hoelscher wrote: What a wonderful book! For anyone, especially Christians, who have been plagued by ADD, ADHD, PTSD, or any other learning or emotional disorder like depression, the book is an eye opener - something for everyone around them to reference. For so long people have been told their faith isn't strong enough, ... Hope for the Afflicted!
On 3/23 Glen Braden wrote: This is Your Brain on Joyby Dr Earl Henslin The book starts out with Dr Henslin’s background and how his family never share physical embraces or expressed visibly any joy and happiness. From the experience of his first hug from a sister-in-law to be and his discovery and exchange of God for God who loves, he ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/21 Jason Whitehorn wrote: I will readily admit, I am not a man easily entertained by “health books”. That being said, this book was a suprise for me. This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin made me take a look deep inside myself at some of my mannerisms and, suprisingly enough has become a second ... BOOK REVIEW: This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/17 Eric S. Mueller wrote: This book was a real sleeper surprise. At the time, Thomas Nelson didn’t have any books available for bloggers to review that interested me. This one sounded like it could be interesting in the right context. I wasn’t sure what to expect from a book with a product page that starts “What does the ... Book Review: This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/16 Cheryl Peevyhouse wrote: Ever wonder how depression affects your brain? Or how to alter your brain chemistry to dampen anxiety? This book provides an overview of, and methods for dealing with, several different types of common problems in the brain, including ADD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and rage.Henslin writes in an ... Earl Henslin/THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON JOY
On 3/16 Amy Sondova wrote: This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin is a fresh approach to psychology and how we interpret disorders like depression, anxiety and ADHD. Brain scans (also callet PET scans) are becoming popular tools in the psychiatric world in understanding how the human brain operates and what areas of the ... An Insightful Book on Psychology From a Christian Perspective
On 3/15 Mike Henry Sr. wrote: Can some of our "spiritual" problems actually be caused by brain malfunction? Can we blame our spiritual problems on our brain? Dr. Earl Henslin delivers an entertaining, informing, and interesting work on this challenging topic.His book, This Is Your Brain On Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/15 Shelby Dawson wrote: Book Review This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin The Apostle Paul teaches us that to be filled with joy we need to learn to be content no matter what situation we may find ourselves in. Christ living in us should give us joy but we need to show good stewartship by taking care of our heart and ... Book Review
On 3/11 Susan Barclay wrote: Licensed counselor, Dr. Earl Henslin, discusses the five mood centers of the brain in a way that is accessible to the layperson, using humour, stories, and language that most people will grasp. Attaching himself to Dr. Daniel Amen to learn more about the brain and how SPECT imaging pinpoints hotspots, ... Hope and Solutions!
On 3/11 Susan K. Stewart wrote: Finally. That was my first response to Dr. Earl Henslin’s book This is Your Brain on Joy. Finally, a psychologist who recognizes the spiritually of a person. Finally, a Christian who understands the physical aspects of mental illness. Dr. Henslin explains how the brain works and how each area of the ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/10 Terry Grondahl wrote: This book will take you on an adventure of the brain in laymen terms. Dr. Henslin is an articulate individual with a vast array of experience in psychology. His first major insight involved John 9:1-7. "All brains are not created equal." All his life he had believed that all brains were normal, but he ... An Informative Work on the Brain, Joy and Scripture
On 3/10 Sarah Winfrey wrote: Have you ever wondered what exactly goes on in your brain when you’re anxious, depressed, or hyperactive? This book might offer you some answers. Dr. Henslin offers here an explanation of a new process he’s using in diagnosing and treating psychological disorders and other problems that has allowed people who have given up to find ... *This* is your brain on joy
On 3/10 Brian McGinness wrote: “I was initially overwhelmed by this book. The finer points of neuroscience are not a part of my every day life. However, the author took the time to explain everything in detail as to let everyone understand what it is they were talking about. I found the premise that ‘there are no normal brains’ good, although ... This is Your Brain on Joy - Book Review
On 3/10 Scott Morrison wrote: I have been a fan of Dr. Daniel Amen for a while now. I really enjoy his research on SPECT scans and the study of the brain. He is a pioneer in this field and I have greatly benefited from his books. So, when saw that he recommend dr. Earl Henslin's book "This is Your Brain on Joy" I couldn't wait to ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/10 Marian Perera wrote: I requested a copy of this book partly because I love the cover design and partly because I’m interested in all aspects of psychology. This is Your Brain on Joy, by Dr Earl Henslin, offers a great deal of advice on dealing with mood disorders and the underlying neurological causes. The first interesting ... This is your brain on joy
On 3/9 Beth Romero wrote: I'm a part of the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger, where I recently had the opportunity to read:The book: This Is Your Brain On Joy written by Dr.Earl Henslin, is a book geared towards people who perhaps has anxiety, add, adhd, ocd, depression. Now what makes this book different than other self-help ... Book Review...
On 3/8 Julie Albin wrote: I was excited to read this book because it offers help for people suffering from anger, depression, mood swings, anxiety, and addictions. Millions of people struggle with one or more of these disorders, yet few understand that the problem might lie—not with them—but within them “in a very fixable ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/8 Beverly Moore wrote: What would happen if your brain could experience the joy it was created to experience? Dr. Earl Henslin has written a book about that very thing, This Is Your Brain On Joy. He makes very a valid point that our brains have experienced the fall of creation just as all other facets of creation. Death and ... Book Review
On 3/8 AnnieLaurie Walters wrote: “Brain science is no longer just a hot topic among nerds without girlfriends; its now cool to be into the brain!” - Dr. Earl Henslin Do cyclical negative thoughts keep you up at night and kidnap your joy? Are your moods unpredictable? Do you avoid deep relationships with others? Do you constantly forget where you put ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/7 Sherry Watkins wrote: In a constant search for a closer more joyful walk with Jesus I came across the book "This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health and Nurturing Spiritual Growth". Dr. Earl Henslin is a Christian and uses Biblical principles with scientific thought throughout ... JOY IN MY HEART OR JOY IN MY BRAIN
On 3/7 Catherine Martin wrote: I am privileged to review This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin for Thomas Nelson Publishers. In consideration of this review, I did receive a copy of the book. Dr. Henslin is a licensed counselor who has been working with Dr. Daniel Amen and integrating brain imaging into his clinical ... Book Review – This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/6 Trace Kuhn wrote: I recently read This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. I was drawn to this book because it was written by a psychotherapist, but from a Christian perspective. I was intrigued to hear his viewpoint on relating prayer & God’s will with traditional therapy. Dr. Henslin has delivered a very well written ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/6 Lex Wisniewski wrote: I was in the mood for a free book a couple weeks ago, so I logged in to Thomas Nelson. The selection was uninspiring, but This Is Your Brain on Joy sounded mildly interesting so I signed up for it. What a pleasant surprise of a book! I really enjoyed this one. The evening that I ... This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/6 Deanna Germany wrote: In Review: I picked this book up at the Christian bookstore several times and thumbed through it. I would read a section and put it down. When this book showed up on the Thomas Nelson book reviewer list, I decided to order it to read it cover to cover to either confirm or eliminate my initial ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/6 Brenda Wood wrote: Posted 03/06/09: Too bad the ratings only go to five! Next to the Bible, I think this is the most 'break-through' book I have ever read. Good news! Your brain is plastic. It is malleable, changeable, pliable and able to stretch, grow and change.So says the author, Earl Henslin. A DEFINITE KEEPER, this ... This is your brain on joy (or as I like to call it Freedom at last)
On 3/5 Mike Gothard wrote: “Much of what we are assuming is volitional sin is not. It is neither the person’s fault nor his parent’s fault: it is his brain makeup!” I’m not sure I could imagine a more provocative statement than this made by Dr. Earl ... This Is Your Brain on Joy - Book Review
On 3/5 Bryon Mondok wrote: Book title: This is Your Brain on Joy Author: Dr. Earl Henslin Nashville, Thomas Nelson, 2008 Number of pages: 236 "After the Fall, everything in creation took a hit, including the hardwiring of our brains. In other words, all brains today are not equal." That is a concept I've never ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/4 Doug Hibbard wrote: Why did I choose to read and review Dr. Earl Henslin's This is your Brain on Joy? I'm pretty sure it was because, at the time, the book review blogger program for Thomas Nelson Publishers didn't have anything else I wanted. However, I'm all about taking on a challenge in a book.I was initially overwhelmed ... Book Review: Dr. Earl Henslin's This is Your Brain on Joy
On 3/4 Donna Shepherd wrote: I thought a book about the brain might be dry and technical. Wrong. Dr. Earl Henslin writes This Is Your Brain on Joy with a splendid sense of humor. He poses a question in Chapter One for people of faith. Why should anyone want what we believe if it doesn't make us deeply, joyful people? It took ten ... Entertaining and Well-Balanced
On 3/4 Johnnie Donley wrote: Just reading Dr. Henslin's intriguing book, This is Your Brain on Joy, stimulates the brain's neurons and synapses into making new connections. A complex and difficult subject is presented with humor and entertaining mnemonic devices so that the concepts and principles are easily understood. There isn't ... Finding Joy through Brain Health
On 3/4 donna volkenannt wrote: In his thought-provoking and enlightening book, THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON JOY, Dr. Earl Henslin combines scientific studies with observations from his clinical practice to suggest specific remedies to nourish our minds and embrace joy. Henslin's book is divided into sections on: Healthy Brain, Happy Life; ... A Joyful Read
On 3/3 Justin Dela Cruz wrote: Recently read This Is Your Brain On Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth, by Dr. Earl Henslin. The book can be broken down into 3 main sections. Henslin begins by giving an overview of the brain and why knowing about it is important to understanding the effects ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 3/3 Joshua Rhone wrote: Tragically, too often in religious circles we've been trying to pray away or spiritualize a brain problem- assuming (however well-intentioned) that we or someone else has a sin problem. Or a character flaw. Or a root of bitterness. Or worse, a demon. (p. 9) Growing up in the church and, now, serving ... Promising Premise, But Fails to Deliver
On 3/2 Geni White wrote: This Is Your Brain on Joy A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health and Nurturing Spiritual Growth Dr. Earl Henslin with Becky Johnson ISBN 978-0-7852-2873-8 (Hdcvr) Thomas Nelson, Inc. 2008 216 pp. plus three appendices Dr. Henslin states that due to the fall in the garden ... Why some people lack joy
On 3/2 Trisha Rempel wrote: This is your brain on joy, By Dr. Earl Henslin, is the recent book I"ve read and am reviewing! This is a well written book and offers a lot of insite into the human brain. Henslin uses sience along side the Bible. To show that both can work together. Its amazing the results he discovers in the course ... This is your brain on joy
On 3/2 Michael Pollard wrote: n his book, This is Your Brain on Joy, Dr. Earl Henslin sets out to show Christians how to improve their mental well being. One of his arguments is that many of our mental woes originate in different areas of the brain as depicted on a specialized imaging technique called SPECT. For the majority of the ... Pretty good but needs some work
On 3/1 Tabitha Andree wrote: After seeing a segment of a television program about how to brain effects your joy I was really interested in reading This Is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin, and learning more. This book is great read for anyone that has a brain! Henslin takes the reader through each level of the brain, comparing ... "This is Your Brain on Joy" by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 3/1 Clifton Ditmore wrote: WHY ISN’T MY FAITH IN GOOD ENOUGH TO ERASE MY BLUE MOODS? BOOK REVIEW –THIS IS YOUR BRAIN ON JOY From the Holy Scriptures I learned that God wants us to embrace joy, come what may. This is the central theme of the letter the apostle Paul wrote to the church at Philippi. From Dr. Earl Henslin ... WHY ISN'T MY FAITH IN GOD ENOUGH TO ERASE MY BLUE MOODS?
On 2/25 Kristine Bergquist wrote: In his book This is Your Brain on Joy, Dr. Henslin provides practical tips to help people regulate their emotions and promote a healthy brain balance. Dr. Henslin has had extensive experience using SPECT brain imaging to help people who weren’t making progress through psychotherapy. These scans can ... Book Review-This is Your Brain on Joy, Dr. Henslin
On 2/24 Kevin Agot wrote: Usually when an audience hears about a book focusing on neuroscience and brain-imaging, there is no slow build of excitement leading to rousing applause capped off with raucous standing ovation with fireworks igniting the sky. Well, you get the idea. Generally speaking, these topics can seem rather ... "Plastic Brain?" Yippee!!
On 2/24 lindsey ellis wrote: Book review for This is Your Brain On Joy What if we could look at our brains and see our struggles, weaknesses, anxieties,etc? Would we want to? Would it scare us? Would we take the opportunity to better ourselves? Dr. Earl Henslin says we can. By using a SPECT (single photon emission computerized ... book review for This is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/24 Lucille Zimmerman wrote: I just finished reading, “Your Brain on Joy” by Dr. Earl Henslin. What a terrific book that would benefit each and every person. Dr. Henslin is a Christian counselor in Brea, California who believed strongly in Dr. Amen’s brain SPECT work. So much so that a huge portion of Dr. Amen’s clientele was coming from Dr. ... Your Brain on Joy
On 2/24 melody sproule wrote: Just finished reading this excellent book by Dr. Earl Henslin. Even the cover of this book brings joy!It is very clever and colorful. Inside is more joy! If you like quizzes,you'll be interested in "The Amen Brain System Checklist" created by Dr. Daniel G. Amen. This quiz will help your doctor identify ... This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/23 Shane Schwichtenberg wrote: A year ago I was in a dark place. It actually began months before, in the summer of ‘07. During the summer months I started to feel as if my depression medication was not working anymore. My doctor reluctantly scaled down my meds and remarkably I began to feel like myself again. After a few months, ... A Review: Me and My New Book
On 2/23 Richard Obrecht wrote: I can tell you without reservation that I do not read motivational books. I find them mostly boring and a great waste of money. Unless the reader is dedicated enough to follow through with what is recommended, the time spent reading them is a waste and irrecoverable.With that being said, "This is Your ... This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 2/22 Joshua Shiver wrote: I recently got the opportunity to read “This is Your Brain on Joy” by Dr. Earl Henslin for Thomas Nelson as a book reviewer. Thinking the title was a bit cheesy, I nonetheless ordered the book because I was intrigued by its tag line as “A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain ... Book Review for "This is Your Brain on Joy"
On 2/22 Mary DeMuth wrote: This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin is a fascinating book about the brain, its chemistry and makeup and how that affects our lives and our moods. One of the interesting side effects the book had on me was imparting a sense of empathy for those in my life that have probably suffered from unhealthy ... The Freedom from Knowing Your Brain
On 2/22 Elfie Rosario wrote: Book Review: This is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin Reading a book on brain health seemed odd at first, but associating it with nurturing spiritual growth was intriguing. As the title reminded me of the old commercials of a frying egg in a pan and someone saying, “This is your brain on drugs,” ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/22 Tim Blair wrote: Just finished the book This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. This was one of those books I couldn't wait to get back to. Having dealt with the effects of depression in our household, I have read numerous titles on the topic from lengthy medical tomes to simple healing and nutritional techniques. ... This Is Your Brain On Joy - Dr. Earl Henslin
On 2/21 Rosslyn Elliott wrote: Here's an unusual book that may help lots and lots of people.Dr. Earl Henslin's This is Your Brain on Joy is a study of the neurological roots of human emotion. But Henslin offers much more than popular brain science. His book is a comprehensive and practical guide to mental health, rooted firmly in ... A Rare Must-Read Book: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/21 Deena Peterson wrote: I love non-fiction books; sometimes, I love them more than fiction, believe it or not. This new book by Dr. Earl Henslin is not only informative, but fun to read!"This Is Your Brain On Joy" is about brain mapping and finding out why we do the things we do and how we can change our brain patterns through ... This Is Your Brain On Joy by Earl Henslin
On 2/20 Chris Lee wrote: I just finished reading This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. In many ways, this was unlike any other book that I have ever read. It fits into the “psychological self-help” category. The book is mainly about the various problems in brain chemistry that affect our daily lives. At the beginning ... Review of "This is Your Brain on Joy"
On 2/18 Kathryn Brown wrote: I've just finished This is Your Brain on Joy and am surprised by how much I liked it. The book is a little self-helpy which I usually steer clear of. And a lot of the help offered is so pop-culture oriented that it left me feeling a little shallow. The recommendation to read Brennan Manning or John Eldridge ... My Review of This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr Earl Henslin
On 2/18 Robin Hicks wrote: This book combines a detailed look at the brain and its possible issues with advice on practical ways to improve brain function. I would recommend it for anyone interested in learning "what makes a person tick, I recently began doing book reviews for Thomas Nelson publishing. For those of you who know ... Who doesn't want more joy?
On 2/18 Peter Butler Jr. wrote: This is my first review for Thomas Nelson for their Book Review Bloggers Team – thank you to HUL at Random Responses for making this program known on his site. My first book is This is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth ... Review: "This is Your Brain on Joy:..."
On 2/18 TJ Reid wrote: I really thought I would hate this book. As a pastor, I thought that someone’s attempts to cure the joy problem with brain health and mood balancing were heretical and unnecessary. For most of us, we need to just pray and things will get better. Right?!? There are 4 things that I learned from Dr. Earl Henslin ... This is Your Brain on Joy Book Review
On 2/18 Carol Benedict wrote: Dr. Henslin explains how the brain should function in easy to understand terms, and describes the symptoms seen in people whose brains are not working properly. He discusses each section of the brain, and explains which areas are involved in mental health problems--including attention deficit disorders, ... Book Review--This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/17 patricia rose wrote: this is your brain, review I was drawn to this because of the cover, I know the old saying goes don't judge a book by it's cover. This book is written by Dr.Earl Henslin and oh by the way the cover has a beautiful boutique of flowers on it in the form of the brain. This book is not an ordinary self ... This is your brain review
On 2/17 Terra Emerson wrote: I was a bit hesitant to read Your Brain on Joy when it arrived. It is not something I would have typically picked up from the store. (except the cover is beautiful) - but you can't judge a book by the cover right!! However very quickly into the first 40 pages I realized that the author writes as if he ... My Brain on Joy
On 2/16 Daniel Goepfrich wrote: If I could do this review in just one word, it would be “Wow!” Seriously. I wish I walked away from every book with the understanding of the topic the way I did this one. And I hope that everything I write will do the same. This is a book about your brain - not so ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/16 Rhonda Dixon wrote: Wow! As a person who suffers from mild to moderate depression, I found this book very enlightening. It shows a whole different view on how to treat and prevent episodes of depression, anxirty and other mind related issues. It's not only for those who need emotional healing but it is also for those ... Enlightening!!
On 2/16 John Hollandsworth, MD wrote: Can knowing if your cingulate gyrus is overactive change your whole life? Can the right drug or herb do more than just cover up depression or anxiety, but actually restore & heal the brain? Can physical dysfunction in the brain rob a committed Christian of the joy that is possible in Christ? If you read this book, you’ll ... Book Review: This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/16 Valerie Nelson wrote: According to Dr. Earl Henslin in his book titled "This is Your Brain On Joy" living a joyful life in spite of troubles is absolutely possible. The good Doctor takes an inside look at the brain and its specific mood functions. Over the past decade Dr. Henslin has worked closely with well-known Dr. Daniel ... Is Happiness Possible in These Uncertain Times?
On 2/15 Thomas Duff wrote: Having fought a battle with dysthymia for a long time, I was attracted to the opportunity to read and review This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth by Dr. Earl ... Book Review - This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth
On 2/14 Kim Ford wrote: This Is Your Brain on Joy is a book written by a licensed counselor, Dr. Earl Henslin, who routinely uses SPECT brain imaging - pioneered by Dr. Daniel Amen – as one of his diagnostic tools to allow him to better help his patients. Dr. Henslin uses a whole body approach to his practice, using everything ... This is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 2/12 Justin Grindstaff wrote: Dr. Earl Henslin has revolutionized the way we should look at our brains. As Henslin points out, ''not all brains are created equal''. If you have problems with Depression, ADD, ADHD, Anger, Addictions, or any other difficult to live with personality traits, you should give this book a read. The insight ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/11 Rachel Rigdon wrote: This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin is a cogent appeal for the use of diagnostic “brain imaging” as a foundational step in understanding and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral problems. Using humor and a sensitive, nuanced application of Biblical truth, Dr. Henslin manages to “lasso ... A Must Read for every parent, spouse, teacher, and friend.
On 2/11 Mary Lynn Griswold wrote: I have never read a book that I thought was worth the money as much as the book "This is Your Brain on Joy" by Dr. Earl Henslin. Because I recently lost my husband to a brain tumor and have a grandson who has ADD, I am very interested in learning about the brain. There is so much information in this ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/11 Kevin Hanson wrote: Have you ever wondered why some folks seem to have a difficult time getting happy? Why is true joy so elusive for so many? As a Christian working in the field, Dr. Earl Henslin believes he has some answers. He believes there are often completely treatable, completely understandable brain issues driving ... Controlling The Gerbil
On 2/11 Amber Goodrum wrote: Skeptical cannot even begin to describe my feeling about This Is Your Brain On Joy. When I first picked up this book by Dr. Earl Henslin, I was almost dreading the read. I had flipped through the pages and saw a lot of lists and a lot of pictures of brain scans. Boring. Or so I thought. And then I began ... Blog Review -- This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/11 Nancy Famolari wrote: It's a joy to read a book on the treatment of ADD, PTSD, depression and anxiety that doesn't suggest a one-size-fits all treatment plan. When I was in grad school studying brain function and doing research on the use of psychoactive drugs in the treatment of chronic schizophrenics, many forms of mental ... It's a Joy to Find Such a Helpful Book on Brain Function
On 2/9 Janice Eicholtz wrote: And so do we. Yesterday, church as usual. Our CARE group did not meet because we were not good co-leaders or communicators. I don't think anyone minded as they were likely sawing logs-really, not the snoring kind-like us. Then the older girls had youth care group. We finished moving back home. All our ... Life Goes On...(And a book review!)
On 2/9 Erin Phillips wrote: I am also a part of Thomas Nelson Publisher’s blogger review program, and was sent this book by Dr. Earl Henslin. I really enjoyed this book! I didn’t think I would, but it really put a lot of things in perspective. The book uses a lot of laymen terms and analogies to explain the very ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/9 Tim George wrote: When I received This Is Your Brain On Joy, I have to confess my thrill meter dropped a few notches. I had nothing against the author or the topic. After all, who wouldn't like a little more joy in their life? The problem is, self-help books usually leave me flat much like the inevitable drop after a ... But My Brain is Normal!
On 2/7 Joshua Lake wrote: Dr. Henslin’s book brings a complicated scientific procedure to an accessible level of writing, although the cost of the procedure itself leaves it outside the range of most people’s budget. Because the SPECT scan is so expensive, Dr. Henslin’s book is written in such a way that the reader can ... A Very Easy Read
On 2/6 Sten-Erik Armitage wrote: This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth. By Dr. Earl Henslin. Nashville, Tennessee: Thomas Nelson, 2008. 243 pp. Dr. Earl Henslin is a licensed counselor who has an obvious passion for restoring joy in the lives of his patients and his readers. He has ... Book Review - This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/5 Lisa Sullivan wrote: This is not normally the kind of book I would read since I am a skeptic by nature. I tend to be wary of self-help books or books that promise something in a certain number of steps. I expected this one to be along those lines. I was pleasantly surprised by Dr. Henslin. This book is well-written, easy ... Practical and thought-provoking
On 2/5 Meghan Jones wrote: I just read this book This Is Your Brain On Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin. I have to say that at first I was intrigued, then skeptical, then even more intrigued, then motivated. This book uses humor, scientific terms that us normal people can understand, diagrams, self-evaluating tests and serious evidence ... Fun read - leaving with more knowledge on myself, the brain and God
On 2/5 Akaya Lee wrote: I love This is your brain on joy. This book is both unique and engaging. It’s like a combination of a self-help book and a scientific journal. I like that it didn’t make me feel stupid or helpless, but actually helped me to understand what happens in the brain when I am happy, sad, or feeling ... This is MY brain on joy :-)
On 2/5 Emily Akin wrote: This is the second book I've reviewed for the Thomas Nelson book review blogger program.Subtitle is "A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth." Dr. Daniel G. Amen, who developed the medical tests and treatments described in the book, wrote the ... This Is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 2/5 Alana Peterson wrote: 5.0 out of 5 stars This is Your Brain on Joy, February 4, 2009 By Alana Peterson "APeterson" (Southern NJ, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME) Joy! It's elusive, yet some seem to be brimming with it. How do you get joy? How do you keep joy! Dr. Henslin's book isn't about making yourself smile through ... This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/4 William Colburn wrote: Less than joyful today? Dr. Henslin believes that mind and body are intimately related to one another. In this book he explains the research that supports his practice of bringing ‘joy’ back in to the lives of people. Our moods really are influenced by what we eat, the amount of exercise we get ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/3 Leanne Groening wrote: I would highly recommend this book although, to be honest, I was skeptical of what it's message would be. Through experience I have found that some people (often from a traditional Christian perspective) do not understand the complexity of depression and anxiety in relation to how it can actually affect ... Excellent Book
On 2/3 Susan Smith wrote: The first thing I liked about "This Is Your Brain On Joy" is the cover. The colors and title give hope for great inspiration inside and the reader is not disappointed. Many of the Christian television shows have had physicians and specialists on their programs speaking about how to improve the brain, ... This Is Your Brain On Joy
On 2/2 David Wickiser wrote: Dr. Earl Henslin’s book, This Is Your Brain on Joy, was a surprisingly good read. I must admit, when I got this book, I expected it to be a bunch of bad psychobabble. I also expected Henslin to minimize the reality of sin. I was surprised because he did not overload me with psychobabble and psychiatric ... Review-This Is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/2 Jennifer Scott wrote: I just finished reading This Is Your Brain on Joy: A Revolutionary Program for Balancing Mood, Restoring Brain Health, and Nurturing Spiritual Growth.I was surprised that I looked forward to reading more about my brain each night. Written so that a non-medical person can understand the brain, its functioning, ... Book Review: This is Your Brain on Joy
On 2/2 dave ingland wrote: What a great find! My wife has struggled with ADD and me being a highly-driven and results-oriented person, it is often difficult for me to understand her actions. Not only has This is Your Brain on Joy helped me to understand the symptoms, Dr Henslin has also gone into some possible causes as well as ... Why doesn't God deliver me from my moodiness? Maybe you need to read this book...
On 1/31 Becca C wrote: The idea of many of our moods & temperments being largely based on physical issues, specifically our brain, and it being able to be viewed by SPECT imaging was interesting to me. However, since I won't be going to California to have my brain scanned any time soon I wasn't exactly sure how applicable ... Good Read for Everyone.....
On 1/28 Cherie Hill wrote: Two things come to mind after reading this book, “It REALLY IS ALL in our head and we ALL need our heads examined!” Humor aside, it will be a thrill to see this book on the New York Times Bestseller list because that’s exactly where it belongs.One of the great joys in reading a wonderful book is ... OverJoyed!
On 1/26 Melanie Law wrote: The book is a hybrid of self-help book and scientific paper. It is refreshing to read about hard science’s role in a field typically described as a soft science. The author explains with the use of SPECT scans (brain imagining scans) each major section of the brain and its chief responsibilities concerning ... Review: This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin
On 1/26 Kat Heckenbach wrote: We've all heard the saying, "Mind over matter." But what if your mind IS the matter? What if your brain is locked in a cycle that prevents you from refocusing your mental powers to something positive?This is Your Brain on Joy by Dr. Earl Henslin discusses the disorders that physically affect the brain ... This is Your Brain on Joy--Review