You Are Not Your Brain by David M. Schwartz

The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life

A practical guide to overcoming unhelpful mental habits by distinguishing “deceptive brain messages” from your true intentions and values. Drawing on neuroplasticity, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral tools, it presents a four-step method—Relabel, Reframe, Refocus, and Revalue—to weaken anxiety, OCD, and other compulsive patterns. Through clear exercises and examples, it helps you redirect attention, reduce rumination, and build healthier, values-driven behaviors.