We all have metaphorical monsters inside of us. Some of us face a constant battle with the most cunning monsters of all: mental dragons that live completely within the subconscious mind. These dragons represent our negative thoughts and anxious feelings that can continuously plague us, sowing seeds of self-doubt that limit us in countless ways in our day to day lives. In many cases, our dragons seem so inherently a part of us that we believe we are under their total control, and cannot imagine life without them. This book exists to prove that no matter how out of control or helpless we think we are, we can all defeat our dragons within and change ourselves for the better. How to Slay Dragons and Other Monsters Within is a unique and practical guide to defeating your anxieties, fears, doubts, and limiting beliefs. Throughout this book, Evan Haines shares stories of his own experiences as a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and self-defence instructor as he navigates personally significant and, at times, dangerous situations that taught him the value of knowing how to control and manipulate one's own mental states: from controlling his own pain, to using his defence training against two physical attackers, to fighting the urge to surrender as he was catapulted through violent rapids. Haines provides a guide through his own experiences, education and training to demonstrate what our mental dragons can teach us and how we can overcome them. Through reading this guide, understanding the lessons contained within, and practising the simple techniques, you too will learn how to slay and tame the dragons which live within your infinitely complex mind. For more information visit: https: //www.howtoslaydragons.com/
About the Author: Evan began his career as a self-defence instructor, teaching reality based self-defence to high-school students and adults. This style of self-defence is designed for surviving the worst and most aggressive situations (e.g. assault, rape, victimisation, bullying, and domestic violence). Evan has taught self-defence for eight years and used it as a means to financially support himself whilst studying psychology at the University of Adelaide and his training in clinical psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. He continues to teach personalised self-defence, whilst working as a full-time psychotherapist and hypnotherapist at his Adelaide clinic. With the unique perspective gained through working and studying in self-defence, psychology, hypnotherapy, and business, Evan decided that it was time to introduce others to this knowledge through the writing of his first book. Evan's work is designed to be accessible to every reader; avoiding all the unnecessary information and technical jargon, and addressing the issue at hand. From having worked closely with two therapists, one whose focus is working with people in the fitness and personal development industry, and the other specialising in relationship counselling, Evan has expanded his own understanding about human nature and how people can turn their lives around and find success. This understanding has furthered Evan's own personal development and therapy practices. He specialises in removing anxieties, phobias, and self-doubt, which often corresponds with the development of confidence and esteem building. Evan is a fierce supporter for challenging the status quo. He believes that people have the ability to tap into their own unlimited potential, which, with the right support and techniques, can allow them to thrive, be free of their problems, and to utilise their optimal mindset. After years spent developing himself and working with people, Evan feels that he has the tools, techniques, and life experience to help guide others who are seeking a better life.