As the word "adulting" became more popular, the skills needed to get there became more and more elusive. Having worked with hundreds of emerging adults in their therapy practices, Drs. Rhea Merck and Amy Montanez began to see the need to offer practical life skills for this generation of humans. Were you well-trained in elite soccer, competitive piano, test-taking skills, and how to write an entrance essay? Wonderful. Are the skills necessary to live independently and successfully woefully missing? As the authors of an already popular life-skills blog, messymarvelous.com, these two well-respected mental-health professionals have now written a book to inspire readers to reflect on areas of adult life most necessary for success and happiness. Some of the topics and questions explored are: How comfortable are you asking for help?Do you have the necessary grit to hang in there when adult life doesn't go as you planned? How well do you meet people and participate in community? These are just three of the eleven basic skills covered in this book. At the end of each skill are questions and resources designed to encourage self-reflection, journaling, and conversation. The book has been carefully designed so that any reader can use it alone as a resource for self-improvement, or use it in a group to foster discussion. Launching into the adult world is difficult. The phrase "failure to launch" is a real thing. This book will help you hone the skills you need to thrive and to feel competent in the real world. Get to know yourself better and you'll be well on your way to successful adulting.
Show moreAs the word "adulting" became more popular, the skills needed to get there became more and more elusive. Having worked with hundreds of emerging adults in their therapy practices, Drs. Rhea Merck and Amy Montanez began to see the need to offer practical life skills for this generation of humans. Were you well-trained in elite soccer, competitive piano, test-taking skills, and how to write an entrance essay? Wonderful. Are the skills necessary to live independently and successfully woefully missing? As the authors of an already popular life-skills blog, messymarvelous.com, these two well-respected mental-health professionals have now written a book to inspire readers to reflect on areas of adult life most necessary for success and happiness. Some of the topics and questions explored are: How comfortable are you asking for help?Do you have the necessary grit to hang in there when adult life doesn't go as you planned? How well do you meet people and participate in community? These are just three of the eleven basic skills covered in this book. At the end of each skill are questions and resources designed to encourage self-reflection, journaling, and conversation. The book has been carefully designed so that any reader can use it alone as a resource for self-improvement, or use it in a group to foster discussion. Launching into the adult world is difficult. The phrase "failure to launch" is a real thing. This book will help you hone the skills you need to thrive and to feel competent in the real world. Get to know yourself better and you'll be well on your way to successful adulting.
Show moreDr. Amy Sander Montanez has been in private practice since 1988. She holds a Master's Degree in Counseling from Clemson University and a D.Min in Spiritual Formation from Graduate Theological Institute. In 2013, Amy's first book, Moment to Moment: The Transformative Power of Everyday Life, was awarded Spirituality and Health's Top 100 books of the year. Amy works with all aspects of women's issues, emerging adults, couples and families, and grief. She is known for her work with clergy of all denominations and seminarians. Outside of the office she loves to cook and entertain, play the piano, listen to live music, ballroom dance, read, and gather with friends and family. Her husband, Nick, and daughter, Maria, are huge sources of joy in her life. www.amysandermontanez.com Dr. Rhea Ann Merck has worked in the field of mental health since 1984. She earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of North Texas in Counseling Psychology and has maintained a private practice in Columbia, SC, since 1996. Rhea has worked in a variety of clinical settings with adults, emerging adults, teens, couples, and families. She currently teaches Psychology at the University of South Carolina where she also consults with the Athletic Department. In 2019-2020, she was honored with the UofSC College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Teaching Award. In her free time, Rhea enjoys live music, yoga, painting, writing, entertaining, travel, and anything that brings her together with friends and family.
This book is a game changer! After reading these skills, I believe
this book could be an exit class for every college senior. The
conversational tone, coupled with compelling stories draws the
reader in and makes the book relatable. My student athletes at
Lewis and Clark University will be required to read this
book.-Marcus Lattimore, Former Collegiate & NFL Running Back,
Assistant Football Coach & Life Coach at Lewis and Clark
University, blogger, MarcusLattimore.com
What a timely contribution! This practical, easy-to-read guide is
sure to enhance the life of anyone who reads it. While intended for
those beginning the journey of adulting, everyone is likely to find
a new skill to challenge their status quo. Each chapter pairs
solid, real-world guidance with questions sure to inspire further
thought, and the suggestions take all the guesswork out of how to
put these ideas into practice. The included resources are recent
and relevant, allowing for further learning and explo- ration when
ready. The authors' down-to-earth writing style and practical
examples are sure to appeal to all audiences. This book delivers in
a most marvelous way!-Sarah E. Wright, Psy.D., Certified Sex
Therapist and Licensed Psychologist, author of Redefining Trauma:
Understanding andCoping with a Cortisoaked Brain
Messy and Marvelous perfectly encapsulates the chaos and confusion
I experienced while breaking into the adult world. Although I was
acting as the perfect source of strength and insight on how to
navigate that world, I did not know what I was doing! It is a
necessary read for anyone unwilling to settle for less than they
can be!-Emily Deahl, Singer/Songwriter, Nashville, TN,
@emilydeahl
I wish I'd read Launch: A Guide to Adulting forty-five years ago,
as I was preparing to enroll in college. The book has invaluable
advice about what it means to live responsibly in an adult world;
or better, how to live as a responsible adult in the real world.
The wisdom Amy Sander Montanez and Rhea Ann Merck share with their
readers is both practical and necessary. Especially helpful is that
they offer ways to practice those skills-from asking for help when
we most need it to developing personal "grit"-by doing such simple
things as thinking reflectively about our lives, journaling,
practicing good health habits, and developing financial acumen.
While I wish I'd read the book more than four decades ago, I'm glad
I've read it now, and know that I will read it several times over,
trusting that it is helping me to navigate the treacherous waters
of what is ultimately a messy (and yes, marvelous) life.-Mark
Sibley-Jones, Ph.D., Author of By The Red Glare, EnglishTeacher at
the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts, Adjunct
Professor at University of South Carolina, Upstate
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