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People are not disturbed by things; they are disturbed by their view of things" Epictetus (c. 55 - 135 CE) Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to perceive, control, and evaluate emotions. Some researchers suggest that emotional intelligence can be learned and strengthened, while others claim it is an inborn characteristic. EI is "the subset of social intelligence that involves the ability to monitor one's own and others' feelings and emotions, to discriminate among them, and to use this information to guide one's thinking and actions. "Go Suck A Lemon" hopes to provide readers with methods for improving emotional intelligence by offering cognitive skill-building techniques, thereby helping to create a less self-defeating and more enriching experience when experiencing emotion. Keep up with your emotional intelligence gains Get the Go Suck A Lemon APP on Amazon. NOTE TO AUDIOBOOK LISTENERS: Thanks to everyone for your comments on the audible edition of Go Suck a Lemon. Recording the Lemon was tough for me. I have no training in voice performance, recording, or editing. I am a clinical mental health therapist in private practice with a huge desire to share what I know with others. This audiobook is not perfect by any means. (It's as imperfect as I am.) It is, however, the VERY best I could do on my own. If you can tolerate my best effort, please listen to this version. Otherwise, you may enjoy the paperback or the Kindle version. Thank you to everyone who took the time to review it. I am very grateful for your words. Cheers

Good short stories hold the remarkable power to resonate within our memories indefinitely, transcending the boundaries of time and space. "Bananas" intricately explores the tapestry of everyday lives-those of our neighbors, friends, and perhaps, upon closer reflection, our own. It's in the mundane and overlooked moments that we find ourselves pausing, confronted with profound insights and truths about our existence. Crafted with intention, the narratives in this collection aim to illuminate such moments. They are bound by a shared geography and moment in time, echoing the universal yet unique nature of human experiences. Imagine, if you will, a series of vivid snapshots. Each story within "Bananas" is akin to a carefully captured photograph-distinct in its focus yet collectively telling a broader story. These snapshots are artfully displayed, like memories strung across the expanse of a weathered clothesline, each pinned with wooden clips under the open sky of our shared human experience. This imagery serves not only as a metaphor for the collection's structure but also hints at the underlying connection between these seemingly disparate moments. To delve deeper into the content, "Bananas" navigates through themes of resilience amidst adversity, the unexpected joy in simple pleasures, and the intricate dance of human relationships. For instance, one story may uncover the silent strength of a single parent navigating the complexities of life, while another captures the fleeting beauty of a shared laugh between old friends. These narratives, though diverse, converge to paint a rich portrait of life's tapestry-each thread significant to the whole. Dialogue plays a pivotal role in enriching these stories, acting as a window into the souls of the characters. Authentic and purposeful, the conversations within "Bananas" reveal much more than mere exchanges of words. They are carefully crafted to reflect character depth, push the narrative forward, and subtly disclose thematic layers. For example, a seemingly trivial chat about the weather between two characters could unravel into a poignant reflection on change and impermanence, mirroring the collection's contemplative essence.