Where there are people, there are emotions. This includes the workplace. The book is all about Rational Effectiveness Training (RET), a popular and practical method that teaches how to better deal with work situations that cause stress, poor social contact and irritation. Anxiety and stress are only partly caused by external influences; a large percentage of our troubles are of our own making.

The RET method teaches you to get a grip on non-productive emotions, emotions that not only cause stress but can also lead you to underperform. 'The Stumbling Blocks of the Mind' is a practical book about a theoretical method. The use of numerous recognisable examples makes the key message clear: manage your emotions and maximise your performance and effectiveness.