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I read it in 2 days and it's now in my top 3 most valued books EVER – STEVEN BARTLETT:DIARY OF A CEO HOST & Dragons Den "20+ years in professional football, you get to meet some incredible people!! I was lucky enough to spend time with Prof Peters with England. If you've not read 'A Path through the Jungle' I'd highly recommend it!" BEN FOSTER: EX ENGLAND GOALKEEPER Ever wanted to succeed but not sacrifice your health, relationships and values to get there? This is possibly the most important book you will ever read!!! Professor Michael Coleman, Professor of Neuroscience, University of Cambridge Professor Steve Peters is a Consultant Psychiatrist and author of the bestselling self-help book, The Chimp Paradox. He has years of experience as a clinician, an educator and has worked with some of the world’s most successful athletes. His new book 'Path through the Jungle' will help you to become robust and resilient. Professor Peters explains complex neuroscience in straightforward terms with his Chimp Management Mind Model. Robust: Becoming robust means having plans in place to manage your own mind and whatever situations you meet in life. Resilient: is being able to bounce back and manage the challenges of life. Resilience is a skill. A Path through the Jungle offers a structured programme with exercises and practical real-life examples. This book will help you to improve in areas such as: Managing stress and anxiety Improved relationships Emotional management Grief and loss Self-confidence Peace of mind Happiness Managing stress

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Book SynopsisMake Slow Living Part of Your Everyday!“Slow Living is a work of art…I observed a sense of calm within myself as I read its pages and appreciated the beautiful pictures.” —Andrea Henkels, author of Herman Heals His HeartLiving peacefully is within reach if you slow down your life. With Slow Living, you too can embrace simple living and mindfulness for peace-induced days!Looking for peace and happiness? Book a personal reading hour with Slow Living, your guide on how to slow down your life and live peacefully. Helena Woods, author and creator of popular YouTube channel Simple Joys, reveals the wisdom she has learned by moving abroad from the US and living a slower life in France. With beautiful prose and original photography, she provides inspiration and guidance to create a simple living environment wherever you are.Slow Living is for anyone looking to simplify life. Personal growth books for women tend to leave out men and children, but this book was intentionally crafted with everyone in mind! If you're looking for how to improve yourself and how to get into simple living, then this is the guide for you! For many, a slow European lifestyle seems out of reach, but with the direction in this book, readers are able to craft this lifestyle for themselves anywhere, anytime.Inside, you’ll find: Ways to value quiet moments, which bring simple joys to your life How slow living takes root when less becomes more in your home A guide on how to simplify your everyday life for mental clarity How to create routines that enrich your mind and feed your soul If you like books for homebodies or if you enjoyed Slow, Essentialism, or Simple Pleasures, you’ll love Slow Living.Trade Review“I loved the sentiment Helena showed toward nature which allowed me to slow down, breathe, and enjoy visualizing animals that were quite vivid. I loved the vision of the snail and the significance of all of God’s creatures. Thank you, Helena, for allowing me, once again, to enjoy life.”—Janice in France, YouTuber“Deeply inspiring. Helena shares her unique vision for living a beautiful and intentional life. After reading this book, you will feel inspired to go out and connect with nature, pay attention to the little details of your life, and tune into your inner voice.”—Sophie Daquis, Malama Life, YouTuber“Helena’s words speak to your soul. An awakening we all need to live in alignment with our higher being. She shows you that no matter where you are in the world you can take charge of your life and that you have all the tools you need within you. A must-read to feel joy and connection to ourselves that we all crave.”—Sam Fournier, YouTuber“Slow Living is a work of art. The words and advice on slow living in this wonderful book offer peace, insight, reflection, and wisdom to any reader. I observed a sense of calm within myself as I read its pages and appreciated the beautiful pictures. Helena implores us to slow down and cherish the wonder that exists in our world, and in doing so, come back to ourselves. I believe Helena reveals many of the secrets to genuine happiness and life satisfaction within these pages.”—Andrea Henkels, author of Herman Heals His Heart“Helena's book couldn't have come at a better time in an ever-increasingly fast-paced and distracting world. Her sensitivity, thoughtfulness, and intentionality are just what our bruised world needs right now. Slow Living highlights the importance of being present in the moment and coming home to yourself holistically. Full of thoughtful reflection and insight, this book will be a gentle yet essential reminder to reconnect to ourselves, our loved ones, and nature.”—Alanna O’Neil, author of The Art of Picnics and The Outdoor Table“This book is a gentle reminder and guide on how to be present with oneself, with nature, the world around and with ones current stage of life. Following these simple, yet powerful, activities described in this book will lead to a happier outlook on life.”—Bex of The Witches Cookery, YouTuberTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1 WHAT IS SLOW LIVINGThe myths of slow living + productivityHow we’ve been taught to be happyWhat we’ve been taught to believe success isWe need to define our own success CHAPTER 2 THE FOUNDATIONWhat we learn from death—your time matters/your life is valuable!Your Core Values CHAPTER 3 SIMPLICITYEssentialismBoundariesWork + Worth Don’t turn your want-tos into have-tosThe Energy We Consume: cut back/digital detox (and physical stuff)Silence Chapter 4 SLOW LIVING HABITSThe Importance of Slow Routines: Morning & Evening Routines Stop thinking you need to respond ASAP The importance of time in nature LEISURE TIME French Lifestyle (silence, quiet, focus on rest & enjoyment)Pleasure > PerfectionSelf-Care & PamperingAmbition while living slowlyEfficiency and productive livingPresence and Meditation CHAPTER 5 APPRECIATING THE SIMPLE JOYSInspiration of children and importance in having fun / lightnessThe power in seeing life big-picture (zoom out)Follow your excitements CHAPTER 6 CONNECTING WITH YOUR INTUITIONIntuition vs the egoLosing our connection with ourself.Other people: listening to othersBe Your Own Influence: Self-sovereigntyYour multifaceted selfDeveloping trust and connection with yourself.How to access the inner voice (breathing, gut, presence) Chapter 7 GOING BEYONDAllowing What IsSurrenderStoicismNonattachment – stop trying to force things. Thirsty energy.Patience & Trust: trusting the divine timing of your lifeResilienceCONCLUSION

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Book SynopsisStop the little details from overtaking your life with this internationally bestselling guide - now reissued in a vibrant new package.

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Book SynopsisOVER 130,000 COPIES SOLD. A collection of restful puzzles and brain-training activities, designed to relieve stress and inspire creativityThis is the first in a series of three books by the same author, which currently includes The Mindfulness Puzzle Book 2 and The Mindfulness Puzzle Book 3. There is a fourth book coming later in 2020. There is also an ebook, Mindfulness Puzzles for Your Kindle, comprising content from books 2 and 3.Puzzle-solving is a favourite relaxation technique for many, and this book features a wide range of specially selected games to provide the perfect level of challenge and reward for your brain. Feel the tension release as you focus on each achievable and fun task, and experience the endorphin reward buzz as you successfully complete each puzzle.Stimulating your mind with each puzzle also helps unlock your brain''s innate creativity, just as sleep and rest can help you reach a breakthroughTrade ReviewThe puzzles are fresh and lively

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Book SynopsisMichelle Robinson Obama served as First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017. A graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School, Mrs. Obama started her career as an attorney at the Chicago law firm Sidley & Austin, where she met her future husband, Barack Obama. She later worked in the Chicago mayor's office, at the University of Chicago, and at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Mrs. Obama also founded the Chicago chapter of Public Allies, an organization that prepares young people for careers in public service. She is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Becoming, which has sold more than 11.5 million copies around the world. The Obamas currently live in Washington, DC, and have two daughters, Malia and Sasha.

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Book SynopsisCan a person literally die of loneliness? Is there a connection between the ability to express emotions and Alzheimer's disease? Is there such a thing as a 'cancer personality'?With compassion, warmth and empathy, Dr Gabor Maté draws on deep scientific research and his acclaimed clinical work to provide the answers to critical questions about the mind-body link - and illuminates the role that stress and our emotional makeup play in an array of common diseases.When the Body Says No:- Explores the role of the mind-body link in conditions and diseases such as arthritis, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, irritable bowel syndrome and multiple sclerosis.- Shares dozens of enlightening case studies and personal and moving stories, including those of people such as Lou Gehrig (ALS), Betty Ford (breast cancer), Ronald Reagan (Alzheimer's), Gilda Radner (ovarian cancer) and Lance Armstrong (testicular cancer)- Reveals 'The Seven A's of Healing': principles in healing and the prevention of illness from hidden stressTrade ReviewGabor Maté’s connections—between the intensely personal and the global, the spiritual and the medical, the psychological and the political—are bold, wise and deeply moral. He is a healer to be cherished * Naomi Klein, author of No Logo and The Shock Doctrine *Rare and refreshing. . . . Here you will find family stories, an accessible description of brain development and sound information. You will also find hope * Globe and Mail *His medical background and lucid writing style make complex biological processes accessible to non-scientific readers * The Gazette (Montreal) *An insightful read that makes you realise that without your health nothing really matters * The Sun *

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Book SynopsisTake a break and refresh your mind by dipping into this soothing activity book, packed with calming puzzles, breathing exercises and colouring pagesThere''s nothing like a bit of me-time to help you feel like yourself again. This comforting collection of activities, colouring pages, mantras and breathing exercises is designed to help you unwind and nurture your sense of well-being.Guiding you through therapeutic activities and light-hearted games, this book will help you to relax, shift your focus and free your mind of worry. Within these pages, you will discover over 170 puzzles, including: - Soothing colouring pages and dot-to-dots- Puzzles with calming themes, such as word searches and crosswords - Gentle brainteasers such as sudoku, word ladders and word wheels- Breathing exercises to help you focus on the present momentIf you''re looking to find a moment of quiet for both body and mind, try your hand at these satisfying, low-stress

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Book SynopsisMo Gawdat is the former chief business officer of Google [X] and author of Solve for Happy, Scary Smart, and That Little Voice in Your Head. Mo has cofounded more than twenty businesses in fields such as health and fitness, food and beverage and real estate. He served as a board member in several technology, health and fitness and consumer goods companies as well as several government technology and innovation boards in the Middle East and Eastern Europe. He mentors tens of start-ups at any point in time. Outside of work, when he's not writing or reading up on business and the latest technology innovations and trends, Mo spends his time drawing charcoal portraits, creating mosaics, carpentry and indulging in his passion for restoration of classic cars. Unstressable is his fourth book.Alice Law is a Stress Management & Holistic Performance Coach, Certified Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner & Intuitive, Mindfulness Practitioner, International Speaker, Podcaster and co-Author of the The Law of Brand Attraction. Alice works privately with clients internationally, as well as with large corporates and brands such as RBS and The NED. She has been featured as an expert on Evening Standard Magazine, CNBC and many more.

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Book SynopsisA pioneering researcher gives us a new understanding of stress and trauma, as well as the tools to heal and thrive.This groundbreaking book examines the cultural norms that impede resilience in America, especially our collective tendency to disconnect stress from its potentially extreme consequences and override our need to recover. It explains the science of how to direct our attention to perform under stress and recover from trauma, exploring how our survival brain and thinking brain react to traumatic situations differently.By directing our attention in particular ways, we can widen the window within which our thinking brain and survival brain work together cooperatively. When we use awareness to regulate our biology this way, we can access our best, uniquely human qualities: our compassion, courage, curiosity, creativity, and connection with others. By building our resilience, we can train ourselves to make wise decisions and access choice - even during times of incredible stress, uncertainty and change.With stories from men and women Dr Stanley has trained in settings as varied as military bases, healthcare facilities, as well as her own striking experiences with stress and trauma, she gives readers hands-on strategies they can use themselves, whether they want to perform under pressure or heal from traumatic experience, while at the same time pointing our understanding in a new direction.Foreword by Bessel Van Der Kolk, bestselling author of The Body Keeps the Score.'Widen the Window is a comprehensive overview of stress and trauma, responses to it, and tools for healing and thriving. It's not only for those in high-intensity work, but for everyone.' - Mindful Magazine

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Book SynopsisBe more Zen in 2025 with this little book of 100 tips and activities to soothe the soul''Brings the spirit of Zen Buddhism to everyday life . . . 100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily to add more calm to your life'' Daily Telegraph_______Zen is the perfect antidote to the stress and uncertainty of modern life . . .In clear, practical and easy to follow lessons - one a day for 100 days - renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to show you how to apply the essence of Zen to modern life.You will learn how to exhale deeply to eliminate negative emotions, to arrange your house simply to clear your thinking, to line up your shoes at night to bring order to your mind, to plant a single flower and watch it grow, to worry less about what you cannot control, and so much more . . .You will even make time to think about nothing at all.Simplify your life with the art of Zen, and learn how to feel more relaxed, fulfilled, and with a renewed sense of peace._______''Full of the simplest yet richest rituals to adopt in order to live a long and happy life, this book of wisdom is a soothing balm of peace for anyone living in the busy modern world'' Psychologies''Does for mental clutter what Marie Kondo has done for household clutter'' Publisher''s Weekly''This little treasure needs to be at every bedside'' llan Lokos, author of Through the Flames, Patience, and Pocket Peace''Zen: The Art of Simple Living makes the wisdom of the Buddha radically accessible'' Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, author of Emotional Rescue and Rebel BuddhaTrade ReviewBrings the spirit of Zen Buddhism to everyday life . . . 100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily to add more calm to your life * Daily Telegraph *Full of the simplest yet richest rituals to adopt in order to live a long and happy life, this book of wisdom is a soothing balm of peace for anyone living in the busy modern world * Psychologies *Does for mental clutter what Marie Kondo has done for household clutter: pare down and simplify . . . A bestseller in Japan, this will certainly resonate with fans of Zen practice, or those simply looking to declutter a busy mind * Publishers Weekly *A pretty book to dip into for insights into a Japanese mindset * The Tablet *With clear, practical and easy-to-follow lessons - one a day for 100 days - renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to show you how to apply the essence of Zen to modern life * Eastern Daily Press, Top 10 Books on Mental Health & Psychology *You don't have to be into Japanese Zen Buddhism to appreciate this very prettily illustrated book of concise and nonjudgmental life lessons. It doesn't require long reading times - the bitesize paragraphs are perfect as quick bedtime reading or as an anti-anxiety boost first thing in the morning. * Real Homes *Zen is one of the most beautiful books I've bought. I finished reading it with a renewed sense of peace . . . I can guarantee that after reading this, your heart will feel lighter and you'll feel alive with a warm, refreshing energy * KeiSei Magazine *

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Book SynopsisToxic thoughts, depression, anxiety--our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. There's hope and help available to us--and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you think. Backed by clinical research and illustrated with compelling case studies, Dr. Caroline Leaf provides a scientifically proven five-step plan to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health. In just 21 days, you can start to clean up your mental mess and be on the road to wholeness, peace, and happiness.

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Book SynopsisLearn how to thrive at work while protecting your mental health with this compassionate and non-judgemental guide to burnout.Burnout is a very real problem in society today with studies showing that cases amongst British workers have increased by 48% in recent years. It can be truly devastating for individuals and Dr Claire knows this because she's been there too. Burning out early on in her career as a GP, Dr Claire knows first-hand which techniques and strategies for recovering and prevention are the most effective, and she's eager to share these with you now.Drawing on her own lived experience, and her professional background in neuroscience and medicine, Dr Claire helps us look at burnout from all angles: what it is and its impact on our bodies; how to spot the signs in ourselves and in others; changes we can make in ourselves and in our environment to help us; and finally how we can shape our careers to help sustain our recovery and continue to thrive.

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Book Synopsis‘This book really, really will stay with me forever. It’s not only laced with the most incredible wisdom, but it’s also gentle and beautiful and eloquent. It brought me so much joy and so much comfort’ FEARNE COTTON ‘Life-changing. This book is sensational. If you’re struggling, feeling a little lost, anxious or in need of a mental lift, please read it’ ELLA MILLS, FOUNDER OF DELICIOUSLY ELLA The Sunday Times bestselling book of comfort and timeless wisdom from former forest monk, Björn Natthiko Lindeblad We like to think we can determine the path our life takes, but events rarely unfold the way we plan for or expect. In this international bestseller, former forest monk Björn Natthiko Lindeblad draws on his humbling journey towards navigating uncertainty – helping you, with kindness and good humour, to: - Let go of the small stuff - Accept the things you cannot control - Manage difficult emotions - Find stillness at busy times - Face yourself – and others – without judgment Infusing the everyday with heart and grace, this is a wise and soothing handbook for dealing with life’s challenges.Trade ReviewA multiple prize-winner across Europe, and you can quickly see why . . . This is a book of some brilliance * Daily Mail *With our potential to maintain a peaceful state of mind, it is possible to remain optimistic in the face of difficulties. Björn Natthiko Lindeblad, a former forest monk in Thailand, relates his experience of training to properly direct his thoughts which can benefit all -- His Holiness the Dalai LamaGenuinely stays with you . . . Will encourage you to let go of the small stuff, accept the things you cannot control and open your heart and mind to a more happy and peaceful life * Woman & Home *[An] extraordinary life . . . A book that, improbably, mixes elements of profundity and sweetness in equal measure. I read it, turning down the corners of pages I wished to refer back to, and marking certain passages with a pencil. By the end, almost every page was folded and marked * Telegraph *Phenomenal. Steeped in wisdom. Best book I've read in a long time -- Ella MillsI loved every single page . . . It’s not only just laced with the most incredible wisdom, but it’s also gentle and beautiful and eloquent. There’s so much storytelling . . . I literally could not put this book down -- Fearne CottonContains so many wisdoms that tie in with the big issues that the world wrestles with today . . . Heart-rending, yet at the same time so beautiful * Nyhetsmorgon (Sweden) *

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Book SynopsisIn our lives, terrible things may happen. Michael Rosen has grieved the loss of a child, lived with debilitating chronic illness, and faced death itself when seriously unwell in hospital. In spite of this he has survived, and has even learned to find joy in life in the aftermath of tragedy.In Getting Better, he shares his story and the lessons he has learned along the way. Exploring the roles that trauma and grief have played in his own life, Michael investigates the road to recovery, asking how we can find it within ourselves to live well again after - or even during - the darkest times of our lives. Moving and insightful, Getting Better is an essential companion for anyone who has loved and lost, or struggled and survived.Trade ReviewIn some ways, this is a quirky and intimate memoir. But Rosen has become that curious thing, a national treasure, and this book perhaps reflects the national mood - and the national need, even - better than a grander account of Covid might—The TimesLike having a cup of tea and a chat with Michael himself. Just full to the brim with wisdom, truth and beautiful silliness.—Cariad LloydIf I could prescribe Getting Better to the entire nation, I would. It's so gloriously full of the warmth, wisdom and incredible honesty that mean Michael is loved by adults and children alike. It's a book that inspires hope, courage and belief in humanity. Basically, it reminds you how to live. I loved every single word.—Dr Rachel ClarkeFunny and very moving *****—Daily MailA survivor's manual—Guardian

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Book Synopsis*OVER TWO MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE*Bestselling author and ''Guru of calm'', Paul Wilson, has written the ultimate pocket-sized guide to harnessing daily calm and serenity in your life.How can we find calm during life''s most difficult moments?Carry the bestselling The Little Book of Calm with you wherever you go for comfort and practical advice. This book is the perfect antidote to a global stress epidemic. If you can feel your stress or anxiety levels increasing and are searching for a way to regain balance, this book is the pocket guide to turn to in times of need.Paul Wilson''s expert advice is guaranteed to help you rediscover a sense of calm even in the most difficult moments. Providing accessible advice, tips and inspirational thoughts, such as: Sip a peppermint herbal tea to find calm Be captivated by your breath and discover peace Seek the best in everything - people and situations Concentrate on the present, worry when the time comes Pretend you''re human and leave it to others to be perfectThe Little Book of Calm is designed to always be by your side to help you steal moments of peace and tranquillity - open on any page, at any time, in any place.__________________________''His mixture of traditional meditation, alternative therapy, positive thinking and common sense has not only enabled him to maintain an impressive degree of calm but has persuaded millions to buy into his philosophy'' Financial TimesTrade ReviewHis mixture of traditional meditation, alternative therapy, positive thinking and common sense has not only enabled him to maintain an impressive degree of calm but has persuaded millions to buy into his philosophy -- Financial TimesThe Guru of calm -- Times

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Book Synopsis''Meet the new king of decluttering'' - The Times''Take your spring cleaning to the next level with Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki'' - Parade''There''s happiness in having less. If you are anything like how I used to be - miserable, constantly comparing yourself with others, or just believing your life sucks - I think you should try saying goodbye to some of your things''Fumio Sasaki is a writer in his thirties who lives in a tiny studio in Tokyo with three shirts, four pairs of trousers, four pairs of socks and not much else. A few years ago, he realised that owning so much stuff was weighing him down - so he started to get rid of it.In this hit Japanese bestseller, Sasaki explores the philosophy behind minimalism and offers a set of straightforward rules - discard it if you haven''t used it in a year; be a borrower; find your uniform; keep photos of the things you love - that can help all of us lead simpler, happier, Trade ReviewMeet the new king of decluttering... Sasaki inhabits the radical wing of the Japanese decluttering movement, being a self-described "minimalist" whose method makes Kondo look demurely centrist by comparison -- Richard Lloyd Parry * The Times *Take your spring cleaning to the next level with Goodbye, Things by Fumio Sasaki. A best-seller in Japan, this book uncovers why we want to own more than we need, what this mentality does to our wellbeing and how we can live better by owning less * Parade *Decluttering has become the holy grail of modern lifestyle in recent years... now extreme minimalist Fumio Sasaki looks set to take the Kondo crown with his book Goodbye, Things * Daily Mail *In Goodbye, Things, Fumio Sasaki shares the lessons he learned by going minimalist... For Sasaki, minimalism isn't about how little you have, but how it makes you feel. Sasaki credits his minimalist lifestyle with helping him lose weight, become extroverted and proactive, and above all, feel happy and grateful for what he has -- Heeseung Kim * Cosmopolitan *The minimalism movement has become quite popular lately, but Japanese editor Fumio Sasaki's story of how he found greater happiness by giving up his possessions is more than just another piece of grist for the mill... the ideas and concepts are presented in a way that is both motivating and adaptable. Including photos and a list of tips, the book is physically beautiful (and minimal), as well as a fascinating read * Malcolm Avenue Review *If you've ever felt bogged down by all of the things filling your life up with clutter then this is the book for you * The Daily Want *In a time of rampant consumerism, a new movement is preaching an alternative path -- one that banishes all but the most fundamental and enriching consumer products from our lives. In Goodbye, Things, Fumio Sasaki recounts his conversion from reckless hoarder to hyper-mindful consumer, and offers advice to those seeking the same simple happiness that he found in minimalism * Gear Patrol *

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Book SynopsisAlleviate anxiety and soothe all stress with The Little Book of Calm Colouring.The international and Sunday Times bestseller from David Sinden and Victoria Kay is the perfectly-formed antidote to a busy life.Beautifully hand-illustrated and thoughtfully designed to be the perfect size for portability, you can now take colouring art therapy with you wherever you go. With beautiful anti-stress designs on quality paper, this gorgeous colouring book will help your creativity flourish.Take a short relaxing breather from your day to colour the calming images and feel inspired by the poignant quotations that accompany each elegant artwork.

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Book SynopsisEliminate stress and feel calm again with The Little Book of More Calm Colouring, a perfectly formed antidote to a busy life.From David Sinden and Victoria Kay, the creators of the bestselling The Little Book of Calm Colouring, this pocket-sized book is filled with more soothing, hand-illustrated artworks to colour in.Take a short relaxing breather from your day to colour the calming images and feel inspired by the poignant quotations that accompany each elegant artwork.

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Book SynopsisIn celebration of its 10th anniversary, a revised and updated edition of the award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller that changed the way we look at meditation, expanded with new material by Dan Harris.After having a nationally televised panic attack on Good Morning America, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head.We all have an inner narrator. It''s what has us losing our temper unnecessarily, checking our email compulsively, eating when we''re not hungry, and fixating on the past and the future at the expense of the present. Most of us assume we''re stuck with this voice - that there''s nothing we can do to reinTrade ReviewA sceptic's guide to meditation. With great humour he goes into it kicking and resisting and ends up embracing mindfulness and explaining it brilliantly, while never losing that humour or becoming part of the 'socks and sandals' brigade - I loved it - Ruby Wax, author of Sane New WorldWith a healthy dose of scepticism and humour, Dan Harris skilfully demystifies meditation, reminding us all that a healthy and happy mind is not only essential for our own sanity, but also for those around us. More importantly, he provides a compelling invitation to move beyond words, from the idea to the experience. A wonderful book and excellent advice - Andy Puddicombe, founder of HeadspaceAn enormously smart, clear-eyed, brave-hearted, and quite personal look at the benefits of meditation that offers new insights as to how this ancient practice can help modern lives while avoiding the pitfall of cliche. This is a book that will help people, simply put. I know a lot of very powerful, very stressed-out, type-A personalities who will be getting this book from me as a gift this year. - Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, LoveWith startling, provocative, and often very funny candor, Dan Harris tells the story of why he urgently needed to tame the strident voice in his head, and how he did it. His argument for the power of mindfulness-which he bases both on cutting-edge science and his own hard-won experience-will convince even the most skeptical reader of meditation's potential. - Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project

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Book Synopsis'Understanding our nervous system and somatic healing hold the key for many of us in overcoming anxiety - Anna's book shows us the way.'Chloe Brotheridge - bestselling author of The Anxiety Solution.Harness the power of your vagus nerve to reduce stress, overcome anxiety and release past trauma Feeling anxious and disconnected are signs of a nervous system that's out of balance. Something as small as a curt message from our boss can be perceived by our bodies as a threat to life. By understanding our physiological stress response, we can override and heal our emotional response, and fix the behaviours sabotaging our health and happiness.In The Vagus Nerve Reset, Anna Ferguson offers somatic therapies alongside the science of Polyvagal Theory, to help us train our nervous system to stop overreacting, and start responding more calmly to day-to-day stressors and heal past experiences. Anna provides practical, immediate ways to unlock a mindful connection with our bodies, helping us become more aware of our nervous system and notice what derails us - and transform the way we respond to every kind of challenge in life.By tuning into our vagus nerve we can gently shape our nervous system for greater resilience. This will have profound long-term positive influence on our overall health and wellbeing, providing relief from debilitating anxiety and symptoms of chronic illness.Including a programme of mindful movement, breathwork and meditation, journalling, and more, this comprehensive guide allows us to find anchors of safety amongst the chaos, reclaim a sense of control and step into the most confident, resilient and grounded version of ourselves.Trade ReviewAnna invites such warmth and compassion, to bring a level of healing that feels accessible. Her words are a gift for you to help reclaim back your life and to understand yourself from a body wisdom perspective in a way that enables you to take back control. If you're struggling with stress, anxiety, depression or simply want to understand how your body acts the way it does then this book is for you. It's packed with exercises and theory that leaves you feeling informed. A must read for anyone who needs some clarity on navigating life in a healthier, healed way. * Helen Marie, Therapist and author of Choose You *Anna’s book gently takes you by the hand, walking you through understanding trauma and how to give your nervous system the self-love and care it deserves. * Tasha Bailey, Psychotherapist and author of Real Talk Therapy *An invaluable book that's part of the new age of health care, where stress and trauma are given the attention they deserve, and where the power is reclaimed by the patient who is supported in cultivating a relationship with their own nervous system. * Dr Larisa Corda, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Author of The Conception Plan *

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Book SynopsisSlow down, calm down, and come together with this complete guide to meditation for the whole family—featuring targeted practices for parents, teens, and kids of all ages. As a certified yoga teacher, meditation teacher, and host of the chart-topping podcast Mindful in Minutes, Kelly Smith is no stranger to the wide-ranging health benefits of meditation. And she discovered she needed them more than ever when she became a mom for the first time. Suddenly finding herself coping with sleepless nights, disheartening physical changes, uncontrollable worries, and near constant sensory overload, Kelly found solace in the same thing she always had: her daily meditation practice. In doing so, she discovered how meditation could help not only moms cope with common family challenges, but every other member of the family as well.   Kelly shares her hard-won wisdom with listeners across the country in her second podcast Meditation MamTrade Review"An essential and helpful guide. Ideal for readers just getting started with meditation and for anyone wanting to bring more mindfulness and peace into their life." * Library Journal *"Exceptionally well written, deftly organized, and thoroughly reader-friendly in presentation, Mindful in Minutes: Meditation for the Modern Family is especially appropriate for the reader wanting to instill in their family life an effective means of mediation and dealing with the inevitable stresses and strains of family life." * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION CH 1 Meditation 101 CH 2 Meditation and the Family CH 3 Meditation Practices for the Whole Family Being present, Stress management, Anxiety, Insomnia, Frustration, Gratitude, Finding joy, Sadness, Forgiveness, Letting go, Trust, Self-confidence, Worthiness, Concentration, Fear, Quiet the mind, Empathy, Comparison, Guilt, Patience, Overstimulation, Burnout, Intuition, Resilience, Connecting with the true self, Self-love, Energy, Courage, Anger, Nightmares, Compassion, CH 4 Meditations for the Growing Family CH 5 Meditation for a Loving Partnership REFERENCES ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR INDEX

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Book SynopsisA Validating Guide to Staying OrganizedFollow professional organizer Morgan Tyree to learn how you can tidy up your mental space with organizational tools and tips for a better home.Don’t let stress leave you in a mess. Our homes are a reflection of who we are, so a disorganized room can be one of the biggest signs that your mental and emotional health is being neglected. Rather than letting your stress build up, with some guidance you can minimize it and your space at the same time. Take Back Your Home is a home organizational book that offers real solutions for the biggest of messes. From bedrooms to outdoor spaces, every part of your home will shine just as brightly as you do.Your efforts are good enough. No matter the size of the project, organizing can leave many people feeling overwhelmed and unable to accomplish anything. However, they don’t realize that you don’t need perfectionism to create a peaceful, fulfilling space. Author Morgan Tyree shares how the best types of organization come from developing your own cleaning habits. With validating recommendations for finding your unique system, you’ll be able to find the right motivation to start and stay productive. That way, whether you’re under pressure, neurodivergent, or needing long-term solutions, you’ll be able to save money, stress less, and create more time to enjoy your refreshed space.Inside Take Back Your Home, you’ll find validating advice that will help you get started on organizing your home, including: A style quiz to find the best organizing techniques for your obstacles Why time, intention, and boundaries are the most essential tools for organizing Flexible ideas for all parts of your home How to overcome barriers such as shopping, commitment, and values So if you enjoy empowering books on organization such as Laundry Love, Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD, or Plan and Organize Your Life, you’ll love Take Back Your Home.

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Book Synopsis'This book is a gift! I've been practicing their strategies, and it's a total game-changer.' Brené Brown, PhD, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller DARE TO LEADThis groundbreaking book explains why women experience burnout differently than men - and provides a simple, science-based plan to help women minimize stress, manage emotions and live a more joyful life.The gap between what it's really like to be a woman and what people expect women to be is a primary cause of burnout, because we exhaust ourselves trying to close the space between the two. How can you 'love your body' when everything around you tells you you're inadequate? How do you 'lean in' at work when you're already giving 110% and aren't recognized for it? How can you live happily and healthily in a world that is constantly telling you you're too fat, too needy, too noisy and too selfish? Sisters Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., the bestselling author of Come as You Are, and Amelia Nagoski, DMA, are here to help end the cycle of overwhelm and exhaustion, and confront the obstacles that stand between women and well-being. With insights from the latest science, prescriptive advice, and helpful worksheets and exercises, Burnout reveals:* what you can do to complete the biological stress cycle - and return your body to a state of relaxation.* how to manage the 'monitor' in your brain that regulates the emotion of frustration.* how the Bikini Industrial Complex makes it difficult for women to love their bodies - and how to fight back.* why rest, human connection, and befriending your inner critic are key to recovering from and preventing burnout.Eye-opening, compassionate and optimistic, Burnout will completely transform the way we think about and manage stress, empowering women to thrive under pressure and enjoy meaningful yet balanced lives. All women will find something transformative in these pages - and be empowered to create positive and lasting change.Trade ReviewBurnout is mind-blowing and so helpful if you want to stop and reboot the way you live to feel much less stressed ... it is groundbreaking and practical and, unlike most books on the subject, grounded in thorough research. * Lorraine Candy, Sunday Times Style *Burnout is the gold standard of self-help books, delivering cutting-edge science with energy, empathy, and wit. The authors know exactly what’s going on inside of your frazzled brain and body, and exactly what you can do to fix it. Truly life-changing. * Sarah Knight, New York Times bestselling author of Calm the F*** Down *Reading Burnout I knew this was not ‘just another self-help book’ that keeps us trapped by the idea of female inadequacy. It turns our struggle with stress on its head, and paves a meaningful path to what the authors call ‘growing mighty’ by bravely dropping in thoroughly contemporary and refreshing truth bombs, like, yeah, the patriarchal system is the issue, and goddamn it’s time we play by our own rules! * Sarah Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of First, We Make the Beast Beautiful *Emily and Amelia Nagoski deconstruct the stress we experience as women, and their compassionate, science-based advice on how to release it made me cry with gratitude and relief. The book is that revolutionary. * Peggy Orenstein, author of Girls and Sex: Navigating the Complicated New Landscape *Uncovers scientific ways to stay calm all year long ... they are tools that work, whether you're in the middle of a shitstorm at work or a passport queue ... the Nagoskis dig deep into what drives stress, unpicking the science of the mental and bodily processes that contribute to it and eventually lead to burnout. What makes this book unique is that it puts stress (specifically female stress) in a cultural context. * Brigid Moss, Red magazine *

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Book SynopsisThe creator of the Polyvagal Theory explains the principles in simple terms that are accessible to all.

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTESELLEREmma Mitchell's richly illustrated and evocative diary – as seen on the BBC's Springwatch – records her nature finds over the course of a year and shows how being in the wild benefits our mental and physical wellbeing.'This is a beautiful, beautiful book, and I can't recommend it enough.' Sue Perkins‘Emma's words are profound, her photography is inspiring and her illustrations are exquisite.’ Emma Freud‘Emma's writing is precise, gorgeous and inspiring.’ Amy Liptrot'An absolute joy.’ Joanna CannonEmma Mitchell has suffered with depression – or as she calls it, 'the grey slug' – for twenty-five years. In 2003, she moved from the city to the edge of the Cambridgeshire Fens and began to take walks in the countryside around her new home, photographing, collecting and drawing as she went. Each walk lifted her mood, proving to be as medicinal as any talking therapy or pharmaceutical.In Emma's hand-illustrated diary, she takes us with her as she follows the local paths and trails, sharing her nature finds over the course of a year. Reflecting on how these encounters impact her mood, Emma's candid account of her own struggles is a powerful testament to how reconnecting with nature may offer some answers to today's mental health epidemic.Written with Emma's characteristic wit and frankness, and filled with her beautiful drawings, paintings and photography, this is a truly unique book for anyone who has ever felt drawn to nature and wondered about its influence over us.

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Book SynopsisBring calm and joy to your festive season and help you plan for the year ahead with Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year.Trade ReviewThis book changed my life. This has been one of the best Christmasses I have ever had and I 100% put that down to Beth Kempton. Decembers were often rushed, stressed and I couldn't fully enjoy them. Not this year. I have never had such a calm Christmas. -- Francesca Amber * host of The Law of Attraction Changed My Life Podcast and Book Club *Forget last minute shopping and take time out to cultivate calm with this guide to winter wellbeing. * Irish Tatler *Calm Christmas should be compulsory reading for every human who celebrates Christmas. -- Randi Kay * The Simple Self Care podcast *Perfect fireside read. Thank you for a beautiful, inspiring and deeply comforting read. -- bestselling author Cath WeeksInspiration for a new kind of holiday season - one where you radiate calm and cultivate delight. * Gransnet *

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Book SynopsisA masterful approach to rewire our brains and bodies from the inside out.' Arianna Huffington, Founder and CEO, Thrive GlobalFrom Harvard stress expert, Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, comes a reimagined approach to overcoming your stress and burnout using five small but mighty mindset shifts.Stress has a bad reputation but is actually a healthy biological phenomenon that helps us tackle life's many demands. It simply becomes problematic when it's out of tune with the frequency of our lives, resulting in burnout, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and many other physical symptoms. To bring stress back to healthy levels, Dr. Nerurkar offers her five science-backed mindset shifts for when life gets hard:The First Reset: Get Clear on What Matters MostThe Second Reset: Find Quiet in a Noisy WorldThe Third Reset: Sync Your Brain and Your BodyThe Fourth Reset: Come Up for AirThe Fifth Reset: Bring Your Best Self ForwardDr. Nerurkar illuminates why our everyday attempts at being resilient' like multitasking, sleeping less, and undergoing huge lifestyle overhauls aren't beneficial to our stressed brains. Instead, she prescribes practical, real-world solutions for our modern-day perils that are time efficient, cost-free, and can be applied to anyone's life, including following the Resilience Rule of 2 (making no more than two changes at a time because doing more is unsustainable), accepting that multitasking is a myth (our brains are wired to do one thing at a time!), and adopting her Bookend Method (creating boundaries).The five mindset shifts, along with fifteen proven techniques, offer you a road map to change your relationship with stress, bring your biology back into balance, and feel calmer right now.Trade Review‘The key is managing stress, so we can lead healthier, happier lives. The 5 Resets will help you do just that.’ – Katie Couric, Journalist and Founder and CEO, Katie Couric Media ‘A masterful approach to rewire our brains and bodies from the inside out.’ – Arianna Huffington, Founder and CEO, Thrive Global ‘A captivating read from start to finish. The 5 Resets answers the questions plaguing us about stress and burnout in the new normal. It’s filled with time-efficient strategies so you can manage your stress and value your time – perfect for busy parents!’ – Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play ‘My lifelong intention has been to help others look their best. The aim of The 5 Resets is to help you feel your best. Less stress. Less burnout. Easy-to-apply techniques. Beauty from the inside out.’ – Bobbi Brown, Founder and CEO, Jones Road Beauty

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestseller that draws on research from over 12,000 individuals to explain what makes people ''choke'' under pressure and show you how to develop nerves of steel''An unusually sharp account of work and performing under pressure'' Financial TimesNobody performs better under pressure. The reality is that pressure only makes you do worse. But there are things you can do to diminish its effects on your performance. In How to Perform Under Pressure, Hendrie Weisinger and J. P. Pawliw-Fry explore the science and psychology behind pressure and give empirically tested short-term and long-term solutions to help you overcome its debilitating effects.The book draws on research from more than 12,000 people and features the latest studies from neuroscience and from the frontline experiences of Fortune 500 employees and managers. It explains what makes people ''choke'' under pressure and includes 22 strategies you can use toTrade ReviewAn unusually sharp account of work and performing under pressure -- Stefan Stern, Financial TimesA wonderful mix of empirical studies and firsthand accounts that show how pressure impacts our personal and professional lives -- ForbesAll too often, we choke or crumble under pressure. This book reveals how we can develop nerves of steel -- Adam Grant, professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take

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Book SynopsisInside this book, you'll find a collection of tips and activities to help you understand stress triggers and transform your life. From discovering when and why you feel stressed to exploring which relaxation tools and techniques work best for you, you will be able to eliminate anxiety and find calm in just a few easy steps.

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Book SynopsisAn accessible, practical, step-by-step guide that supplements Getting Things Done by providing the details, the how-to''s and the practices to apply GTD more fully and easily in daily lifeThe incredible popularity of Getting Things Done revealed people''s need to take control of their own productivity with a system that reduces the stress of staying on top of it all. Around the world hundreds of certified trainers and coaches are engaged full time in teaching the process, supported by a grassroots movement of Meetup groups, LinkedIn groups, Facebook groups, podcasts, blogs and dozens of apps based on it. While Getting Things Done remains the definitive way to gain perspective over work and create the mental space for creativity and mindfulness, The Getting Things Done Workbook enhances the original by providing an accessible guide to the GTD methodology in workbook form. The workbook divides the process into small, manageable segmen

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Book SynopsisUnlock the incredible power of kindness with this small book with a huge heart.Packed with inspirational quotes, tips, actions and pearls of wisdom from famous personalities, experts and inspirational leaders alike, each page of this beautiful book will help you be kinder to yourself, to other people, and to the planet.With contributions from Fearne Cotton, Matt Haig, Katie Piper, Melanie B, Holly Willoughby, June Sarpong, Izzy Judd, Beverley Knight, Dermot O'Leary, the Duchess of York, Jo Malone CBE, Paul Weller, Alex Scott MBE, Dr Julie Smith, Emma Bunton, Melissa Hemsley and many more, and with illustrations from Jakki Jones, Be Kindcelebrates kindness in all its forms and demonstrates that kindness can truly change the world.Kindness is your superpower, and this book will teach you how to use it well.Trade Review‘A hug in book form’ Emma Bunton ‘Share the gift of Kindness’ Holly Willoughby ‘Kindness is free! So give it out! Give it to everyone’ Leigh Francis ‘Kindness can be the most precious gift’ Melanie B ‘The kindness you give always comes back to you’ Ronnie Wood ‘[A] big-hearted anthology’ The Bookseller ‘Brimming with quotes, tips and tricks’ Hello! ‘Packed with wisdom and words of advice’ Sunday Post

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Book SynopsisProblems focusing?Low energy levels?Mood swings?Perhaps you need to look at how you’re caring for your brain.New research is proving that how we care for our brains governs how well we live, and in this accessible, brain-friendly book Dr Clara Doran outlines the best ways to do this. From nutrition and sleep to continuous learning and the company we keep, everything we do has an impact on our brains, which means everything we do better helps them to thrive. This book is packed full of advice to help you:  get more creativity into your life balance your hormones eat for brain health tune into the signals of your body manage stress effectively ... and much, much more. Give your brain a tune-up with this definitive guide to braincare – the new self-care!

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Book SynopsisIt's time to embrace the Italian way of lifeThe Sweetness of Doing Nothing explores the southern Italian philosophy of Dolce Far Niente to help you find pleasure in the everyday.How often do you focus on being in the moment, doing nothing? Whether it's sitting outside at a cafe watching the world go by, whiling away the hours with your loved ones sipping a glass of wine or being immersed in nature at the beach taking in the sun, these seemingly ordinary moments are the ones that bring happiness in the long run and highlight the joy in living.The Italians know the importance of enjoying good food and good company and the pleasures of being idle. The Sweetness of Doing Nothing will share this philosophy, with recipes, suggestions and advice to help you to let go of anxiety and savour life's precious moments.

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Book SynopsisMaster your massage techniques like never before and pamper yourself properly with this all-encompassing guide to massaging. Introducing Neal''s Yard Remedies: Complete Massage- a one-stop health book with everything you need to know about the health benefits of massaging, from effleurage to epineuria!Whether you''re interested in becoming a massage therapist or considering taking a short course, this complete guide to every aspect of massage is the only reference book you''ll need.With passion in every page, this massage book includes:-Featuring a diverse range of massage techniques both popular and lesser known-Photographs with detailed annotations to make even the most advanced techniques easy to master-Bespoke massage sequences from treating over 20 common complaints -Take-away self-massage suggestions to provide an at-home tool kit to help treat conditions and assist in recoveryBefore getting started, Neal''s Trade ReviewWhether you're a massage beginner looking to pick up some tips, or simply want to discover the wellness benefits, this beautiful guide will set you on your way. * Happiful *All you've ever wanted to know about the art of massage. * Woman's Weekly *"Will help you give a soothing massage." * Top Sante *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the magic of winter! Capturing the power of social media's seasonal trends, this book is a celebration of all things winter with 70 ways to find coziness, comfort, and happiness no matter the weather.

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Book SynopsisUse these strategies to warm your heart and open your mind to the power of happiness. Happiness is like the answer to a riddle. The more we want it and the more we seek it, the more elusive it becomes. And yet, when we are least conscious of looking for it, it can envelop us in a warm sense of contentment and belonging, making a single moment precious and valuable beyond measure. Scientists will tell us that happiness has the power to heal and to extend life. It is the ingredient we all seek to make our lives complete. Happiness makes us feel glad to be alive and this book offers you a more joyous approach to living and thinking; a shift in approach that may reframe your view of the world. Simple things you can do to reconsider your life – consciously – so that you can decide whether now is the time when you can be happier. It shares the experiences of others and provides the closest we might have to a happiness 'formula'. The good news is, happiness is within everyone’s grasp.

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