Just suppose that tonight while you sleep, a miracle happens. When you awake tomorrow morning, what will you see yourself doing, thinking, or believing about yourself that will confirm that a miracle has taken place in your life? "The Miracle Question" is a step-by-step approach for people who feel 'stuck' and overwhelmed by their life. It offers methods for tapping into sources and resources we already have-called 'exceptions.' 'Exceptions' are the good things we have learned from past experiences but have perhaps forgotten about, or situations that went well for us in the past, but over time got pushed aside. By understanding that our day-to-day problems have eroded our confidence, we can discover that our abilities have simply been in limbo, ready to use as solutions.
Linda Metcalf, Ph.D., is a former Classroom Teacher, Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is the author of ten books on solution focused therapy. Her research interests include relationship building between teacher and student, the use of solution focused therapy in regard to special education referrals, sexual abuse and addictions. Dr. Metcalf has presented her work extensively throughout the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Norway, Germany, and UK. She is a Professor in the Department of Education at Texas Wesleyan University, and Coordinator of the School Counseling Program. She is also the President of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.