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Book SynopsisDeeno's Dream Journeys in the Big Blue Bubble is a fun and easy-to-use guide to a special relaxation technique for children. Adapted from the system of Autogenics, the six-week programme uses positive affirmations and guided imagery to help children manage their emotions, let go of anxiety and feel calm and confident. Each week, the child is given a new set of 'magic words': a relaxation tool they can draw upon whenever they feel stressed or anxious. An illustrated story based around these words, where the child is asked to imagine they are going on an adventure in a big blue bubble with Deeno the Dinosaur, draws the child into a safe and magical world and guides their minds and bodies into a state of deep, calming relaxation. Suggestions for follow-up practice and creative activities based around that week's words accompany each session, and encourage children to tap into their own imaginations. Separate introductions for parents, teachers and other professionals provide advice on how best to use the technique, whether at home, at school, or elsewhere. There is also a children's introduction, which introduces Deeno and explains the technique in accessible terms.Accessible and engaging, Deeno's Dream Journeys in the Big Blue Bubble is an ideal tool for helping children develop effective relaxation skills in a fun and imaginative way.Trade ReviewThis book is a wonderful introduction into the field of Autogenic Therapy and can extend into the practice of mindfulness. It gives children tools that they can use throughout their lives. I would recommend this book to parents or anyone working with children who want to introduce a reflective and calming exercise or the tools to self-soothe during heightened emotional states. -- Frontline, Angelina Veiga, Psychotherapist, Centre for Professional TherapyThis is a slender volume, and a very practical book, with lots of pictures and diagrams and exercises. The author says the book was a "real pleasure" to write; it was a joy to read too! After a short explanation about relaxation and why it is important, the book teaches some simple and easy to use relaxation techniques that can be used with children... I recommend it to all Cafcass practitioners, but my quess is that Family Support Workers will find the most use for it. -- CAFCASSA truly inspiring book that encouraged me to give my children the gift of relaxation. I was amazed by my son’s responsiveness to the stories and Deeno, the main character. A wonderful resource to be used by parents and other professionals alike. -- Emma Coore, GP Hereford, Herefordshire, West EnglandAs a paediatrician I see many children who need to learn how to relax and this book gives parents, teachers and the children themselves a wonderfully imaginative way of learning this skill. -- Janet Donnelly, Consultant Community Paediatrician in Kendal, Cumbria, UK.Provides a fine introduction to special relaxation techniques for children... Any adult seeking to guide kids to calming relaxation techniques will find this child-oriented approach to be different and useful. -- The Midwest Book ReviewTable of ContentsPart A. Adults' Introduction. 1. Why Children Need Relaxation. Being a Child in the 21st Century. About the Technique. The Benefits. A Typical Programme Session. 2. Relaxation at Home. Being a Parent in the 21st Century. Reading the Stories to Your Child. Practising. How to Best Prepare and Support Your Child. How to Keep Your Child Motivated. 3. Relaxation at School. Teaching in the 21st Century. Creating a Community for Relaxation. Informing the Parents. The Teacher as Role-Model. Whole Class Relaxation. For Other Professionals. Part B. Children's Introduction. 4. The Magical World of Relaxation. Introduction. Deeno's Story. 5. What to do and How to do it. Tensing and Relaxing. Finding and Preparing a Place for Relaxation. The Practice Postures. Body Check. What Happens Each Week in the Programme. Closing the Exercises. Setting Up a Routine. What the Relaxation Technique Can Help You With. How to Use the Practice Plan. Tips and Reminders. Part C. The Six Week Programme. 6. The Relaxation Programme. Week 1: Calmness, Heaviness. Week 2: Warmth. Week 3: Breathing. Week 4: Heart. Week 5: Stomach. Week 6: Forehead. 7. Creating Your Own Magic Words. Magic Words for Power and Strength. Thinking up Your Own Magic Words. Overview of all the Magic Words. The Snowflake Story. Part D. Resources. Further Reading. Useful Websites.

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Book SynopsisA sequel to "Stress, Appraisal and Coping", this volume explores the latest findings and trends in research and theory. It focuses on the rationale for a cognitive-mediational approach to stress and the emotions, and distinguishes between social, physiological and psychological stress. Topics include: work and family stress; chronic stress; traumatic stress disorders; crisis theory and management; stress in special groups such as ageing and the aged; children and adolescents; the stress of dislocation and immigration; stress and infections; the role of the nervous system; author's view of the recent changes in psychotherapy. This book is essential for all practitioners in the field of stress, appraisal, and coping, and of value to students of psychology, graduate students, academics, and professionals in related fields.

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Book Synopsis 'Open, honest, straight talking on mental health and motherhood.' - Tik Tok's Dr Julie 'I absolutely love it - it doesn't matter who you are, what you've been through and how much you've changed - there is always room for growth'. - Ant Middleton 'This book will become your bible.' - Gaby Roslin, Virgin Radio In GROW, Sunday Times bestselling author Frankie Bridge opens up about her journey with her maternal mental health. Part narrative exploration, part first aid manual for mothers this book will discuss the hidden growing pains which take place when you become a parent.Its chapters cover the HOW TOs, WHAT IFs?, WILL Is? and WHY DOs? anxious questions all mothers ask themselves when they believe they are doing it wrong whilst also offering a brutally honest account of how hard it can be to grow a baby and raise a child whilst you are still growing into yourself.The book will combine Frankie's mental health journey into motherhood with the notes of psychologist, Maleha Khan, who will unpack the problems she experienced as she became a mother. It will also include additional guidance and parental advice from the UK's leading paediatrician Dr Ed Abrahamson.Fans of OPEN:'Brave and beautiful... a first aid manual for your mind.'- Adam Kay, bestselling author of This is Going To Hurt'Very readable. Very relatable. Intensely moving but also full of practical advice.'- Alastair Campbell

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Book SynopsisAn inspired guide to sustaining compassion. The Buddha taught the practices of loving kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity. These guide us in cultivating positive emotions and minimising harmful ones. Poet, writer, activist, mentor, and Buddhist teacher River Wolton gives new life to these teachings as resources for a life in which compassion for self and others are mutually sustaining. Beautifully illustrated and with exercises, meditations, and reflectionsTrade Review'Using as a template the five qualities of pausing, befriending, enjoying, caring, and letting be, she (River Wolton) shows the way to a profoundly beneficial life for ourselves and others.' - Martine Batchelor, meditation teacher and author of Meditation for Life and Let Go: a Buddhist Guide to Breaking Free of Habits; 'If you wish to explore how to take Buddhism off the meditation cushion and into the world, read this book.' - Dene Donalds, Dharma teacher in the lineage of Thich Nhat Hanh, and a founding member of The Colours of Compassion Sangha; 'River Wolton leads us with unfailing insight to that difficult place where individual Buddhist practice meets the urgent global issues of our time.... An important read for the Anthropocene age.' - Akasharaja, chair of the Shrewsbury Buddhist centre and co-founder of the Triratna Earth Sangha; 'This book is a tonic for our times. Read and respair (rebuild hope and recover from despair)!' - Prof Rebecca Crane, PhD, Director, Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, Bangor University, UKTable of ContentsAbout the author and illustrator Publisher's acknowledgements Audio recordings Foreword Introduction Chapter 1: Pausing Chapter 2: Befriending Chapter 3: Enjoying Chapter 4: Caring Chapter 5: Letting be Resource 1: The Metta Sutta Resource 2: Reflections for sustaining compassion in daily life - Five skilful guidelines for caring and non-harm - Five daily recollections - Mealtime reflection Resource 3: Sustaining compassion with others Glossary Abbreviations Selected references and further reading Acknowledgements Notes About the contributors Index

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Book SynopsisTransform your life in a big way by embracing the small moments of joy, or sparkles, you encounter every day.In a world inundated with negativity, finding sparkles stands out as a refreshing and innovative approach to wellness. The concept revolves around the transformative power of recognizing and celebrating small, positive moments—the sparkles that often go unnoticed in the chaos of daily life. By consistently acknowledging and savoring these moments, you can gradually reshape your thought patterns in a way that improves your mental well-being and overall health. In Daily Sparkles, find 1,000 little things to be happy about in every season (spring, summer, fall, and winter) because sparkles happen year-round. For nonseasonal moments of joy, the everyday section has you covered for the mornings, afternoons, and nights. If you can use your mental energy to look for the good stuff that nourishes and heals you, there will be many moments of happiness in your life with the instant mood boost of these micro-moments. Embrace the joy of: The morning sun coming through the window when you wake up The first spring flower of the season Snuggling with your pet Feeling the sand between your toes at the beach Watching the sunset outside in the fresh air Smelling freshly baked bread Finding the perfect parking spot Taking the first sip of a latte while sitting at a coffee shop And more! Take a moment to pull away from the fast-pace of life and start seeing the beauty everywhere. With a glittering foil cover to inspire your search, reveal the tiny sparkles of joy hidden all around you with this beautiful book as your guide.

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Book SynopsisRenowned primatologist Robert Sapolsky offers a completely revised and updated edition of his most popular work, with nearly 90,000 copies in print Now in a third edition, Robert M. Sapolsky's acclaimed and successful Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers features new chapters on how stress affects sleep and addiction, as well as new insights into anxiety and personality disorder and the impact of spirituality on managing stress.As Sapolsky explains, most of us do not lie awake at night worrying about whether we have leprosy or malaria. Instead, the diseases we fear-and the ones that plague us now-are illnesses brought on by the slow accumulation of damage, such as heart disease and cancer. When we worry or experience stress, our body turns on the same physiological responses that an animal's does, but we do not resolve conflict in the same way-through fighting or fleeing. Over time, this activation of a stress response makes us literally sick. Combining cutting-edg

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Book SynopsisAn updated and expanded edition of the definitive guide to adaptogenic herbs • Includes a Materia Medica with monographs covering 25 adaptogens, including eleuthero, ginseng, rhodiola, schisandra, ashwagandha, licorice, shatavari, reishi, and holy basil, as well as complementary nervines, restorative tonics, and nootropics • Explains how adaptogens increase the body’s resistance to adverse influences, increase energy and stamina, and counter the effects of age and stress on the body • Details the actions, properties, preparation, and dosage for each herb and their uses in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine and as remedies for animals Every day our bodies strive to adapt and stay balanced, energized, and healthy, yet chronic stress and the resulting elevation of stress hormones such as cortisol have been shown to be major factors behind not only fatigue and weight gain but also many chronic and degenerative diseases. In this updated edition of the definitive guide to adaptogenic herbs, clinical herbalist David Winston and researcher Steven Maimes provide a comprehensive look at adaptogens: non-toxic herbs such as ginseng, eleuthero, and ashwagandha that help the body “adapt” to the many influences it encounters and manage the stresses it experiences. They also increase stamina and energy, boost cognitive function, restore the immune system, and counter the effects of aging, especially when used in appropriate combinations. Beginning with a history of the use of adaptogens, including in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and Russian medicine, the book examines how these herbal remedies work and why they are so effective at combating stress-induced illness and ailments. The extensive Materia Medica includes monographs on 25 adaptogens, including eleuthero, ginseng, rhodiola, schisandra, ashwagandha, shatavari, reishi, and holy basil, as well as complementary nervines, restorative tonics, and nootropic herbs, such as milky oats, astragalus, St. John’s wort, and ginkgo. Each monograph presents the latest scientific research and details the origin, traditional and clinical uses, actions, properties, preparation, and dosage for each herb. The book also includes guidance on adaptogenic remedies for our animal companions. Aimed not only at herbalists but also those interested in natural health, this guide to adaptogens will allow you to safely and effectively use these herbal remedies to enhance your health and improve your chances of living a longer, healthier, and well-balanced life.Trade Review“There has never been a time when more people at once have suffered from anxiety, sleep disorders, stress, and immune system dysfunction. Conventional medicine provides us only with tools that suppress at best, harm at worst. Yet there is another way, one that is both ancient and modern, a class of herbs called adaptogens. And who better to enlighten us on the history, benefits, and use of these herbs, trusted across cultures, than an herbalist’s herbalist, universally trusted for his knowledge of both botanical medicine history and use. In this book, David Winston provides us with a tool for resilience that we need now more than ever and that is readily accessible to all who want to welcome medicinal plants into their healing path.” * Aviva Romm, MD, herbalist, author of Botanical Medicine for Women’s Health and The Adrenal Thy *“Here is an herbal gem! Few people know and understand the properties and actions of herbs as well as David Winston. His expertise lies not only in how herbs were used historically but in the latest scientific research as well. Melding information from many traditions, David paints a complete picture of their use and effectiveness. This updated and expanded Adaptogens is a welcome addition for anyone looking to improve their health. This book will expand your understanding of adaptogen herbs, their history, and their relevance in today’s chronic-stress society.” * Phyllis D. Light, MA, RH(AHG) *“Authoritative, indispensable Herbalism at its best. A welcome second edition that confirms the place of this exceptional book on every herbalist’s bookshelf.” * David Hoffmann, BSc, FNIMH, Principle Scientist at Traditional Medicinals, author of Medical Herbali *“David’s new edition of Adaptogens offers so much more than most of the herbal books available today. His wisdom, insights and experience shine through every page, guiding and inspiring the reader to find higher health and vitality and protect against the harmful effects of daily stress in a practical and clear style that is imminently accessible.” * Christopher Hobbs, Ph.D., L.Ac., A.H.G., coauthor of Grow It and Heal It *"David Winston is one of the foremost clinical herbalists of our time. He is a beloved speaker at medical conferences due to his encyclopedic knowledge of plants and his mastery of teaching to a wide variety of audiences. He knows not only western herbs, he is adept in using herbal foundations of Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medical systems, and weaves molecular, traditional, energetic wisdom together with finesse. These varied skill sets make David a treasure trove of herbal knowledge and his books display his deep understanding and practical experience, all on a base of human kindness." * Jill Stansbury, ND *“I consider this book essential for clinical herbal practice. It is also excellent for all serious students and home herbalists. It reduces to gentle readability the problems inherent in the concept of the adaptogen, rescuing it from both faddism and skepticism, defining it against a backdrop of related and different concepts. It then provides an apothecary of adaptogens that is comprehensive, practical, and will instill confidence in the herbalist using these important plant medicines.” * Matthew Wood, MS (Herbal Medicine), Registered Herbalist (AHG) *Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction Part One: Herbal Adaptogens 1 Herbal Medicine around the World 2 Adaptogens: An Overview 3 History of Adaptogens4 Actions of Adaptogens 5 Adaptogens and the Stress Response 6 Health Benefits of Adaptogens Part Two: Materia Medica7 Monographs on Adaptogens Well-Researched Adaptogens American Ginseng • Ashwagandha • Asian Ginseng • Cordyceps • Eleuthero • Rhaponticum • Rhodiola • Schisandra • Shilajit Probable Adaptogens Cistanche • Cynomorium • Holy Basil • Morinda • Shatavari Possible Adaptogens Codonopsis • Guduchi • Horny Goat Weed • Jiaogulan • Licorice • Maca • Manchurian Aralia • Prince Seng • Reishi • Russian Devil’s Club • White Bryony 8 Nervines: Complementary Herbs for Adaptogens Betony • Blue Vervain • Chamomile • Fresh Milky Oat • Hawthorn • Lemon Balm • Linden • Mimosa • Motherwort • Passionflower • Skullcap • St. John’s Wort 9 Nootropics: Complementary Herbs for Adaptogens Bacopa • Bhringraj • Chinese Polygala • Ginkgo • Gotu Kola • Lavender • Rosemary • Shankhpushpi • White Peony10 Restorative Tonics: Complementary Herbs for Adaptogens Amla • Astragalus • Bee Pollen • Chyawanprash • Goji Berry • Nettle Seed • Processed Rehmannia • Saw Palmetto • Suma Part Three: Herbal Adaptogens in Use 11 Clinical Use of Adaptogens 12 Adaptogenic Herbs in Combination 13 Adaptogens and Restorative Tonics as Food 14 Adaptogens for Animals Resources Glossary BibliographyIndex

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Book Synopsis The essential companion to the million-copy bestseller The Success Principles, providing readers a practical, step-by-step workbook to transform their lives. Trade Review‘A guide to how to lift your life to where it can be.’Oprah Winfrey, Super Soul Sunday (on The Success Principles) ‘Canfield’s principles are simple, but the results you’ll achieve will be extraordinary!’Anthony Robbins, author of Awaken the Giant Within and Unlimited Power ‘If you could read only one book this year, you have it in your hands.’Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Swim with the Sharks without Being Eaten Alive ‘Great book, great read, great gift for anyone committed to becoming a Master of Life!’Michael E. Gerber, author of The E-Myth books ‘An illuminating and easy-to-read book. Jack’s teaching is highly effective…’Ken Blanchard, author of The One Minute Manager and Customer Mania!

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Book Synopsis“Combines the gritty toughmindedness of the best coaches with the gentle-but-insistent inspiration of the most effective spiritual advisers” (Fast Company). This groundbreaking New York Times bestseller has helped hundreds of thousands of people at work and at home balance stress and recovery and sustain high performance despite crushing workloads and 24/7 demands on their time. We live in digital time. Our pace is rushed, rapid-fire, and relentless. Facing crushing workloads, we try to cram as much as possible into every day. We''re wired up, but we''re melting down. Time management is no longer a viable solution. As bestselling authors Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz demonstrate in this groundbreaking book, managing energy, not time, is the key to enduring high performance as well as to health, happiness, and life balance. The Power of Full Engagement is a highly practical, scientifically based approach to managing your energ

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling step-by-step guide that will show you how to break the cycle of fear and cure your feelings of panic and anxiety.My heart beats too fast. My hands tremble and sweat. I feel like there?s a weight on my chest. My stomach churns. I have terrible headaches. I can''t sleep. Sometimes I can''t even leave my house....These common symptoms of anxiety are ?minor? only to the people who don''t suffer from them. But to the millions they affect, these problems make the difference between a happy, healthy life and one of crippling fear and frustration.In Hope and Help for Your Nerves, Dr. Claire Weekes offers the results of years of experience treating real patients?including some who thought they''d never recover. With her simple, step-by-step guidance, you will learn how to understand and analyze your own symptoms of anxiety and find the power to conquer your fears for good.

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Book SynopsisCalm the chaos and rewire your brain in just five minutes a day! Do you ever feel like your stress levels are off the charts? You aren’t alone. Every day it feels like there’s something new to juggle or a fresh crisis to avert. And just keeping everything in the air requires an exhausting amount of attention and a dizzying amount of responsibilities. The more chaotic life becomes, the more we tend to forget what we truly value—from family and friends to mental and physical health. Fortunately, there are things you can do to stay grounded that won’t eat away at your increasingly precious time. Quick Calm is a practical and fun guidebook designed to fit perfectly into a fast-paced lifestyle. You’ll discover the what, why, and how of developing your own mindfulness practice. You’ll learn all about the essential, life-affirming benefits of this ancient practice, including mindfulness meditation’s positive effects on both mind and body. And, most importantly, you’ll find daily practices you can do in just five minutes a day! So, if you’re ready to discover the gift of mindfulness, but you don’t have the time to attend a meditation retreat, set aside five minutes a day with this handy little guide. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better return on your time investment!

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Book Synopsis'I love this book!' - Mandy Lehto, Psychologies Magazine What if it were possible to help ourselves thrive, rather than simply survive? The Self-Care Revolution is designed to help and restore your day-to-day energy reserves so that, rather than running on empty, you will have the strength and spirit to excel with whatever life brings. Discover the Vitality Wheel - a complete body and mind Self-Care Toolkit that will boost your health, happiness and resourcefulness.'An inspiring, intelligent, warm and friendly toolkit. One of those books that you'll remember forever.' - Nicola Elliott, founder of Neom Organics'An essential bible of how to live your best life. I can't wait to begin using my Vitality Wheel.' - Anya Hayes'With intimate knowledge of the ways in which we might be struggling, Suzy guides you to a place of innate self-care and kindness without ever overwhelming or over-promising. Inspired.' - Eminé Rushton, Psychologies Magazine Wellness Director

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Book SynopsisEase your anxieties one doodle at a time with this creative and calming activity bookWhat could be more soothing than taking some time out, sitting in a comfortable chair and allowing your creativity to flourish? This activity book offers a beautiful range of colouring pages, starter doodles and step-by-step instructions to help your imagination flow and your worries float away.Doodling has been proven to boost moods, improve memory and reduce stress levels, as well as help you process emotions and understand yourself better. With this book, you''ll reap all of these benefits while having fun and getting in touch with your creative side. You''ll also find plenty of colouring pages that allow your brain to rest, be mindful and focus on the present moment.From doodling leaves on trees to completing exquisite mandala patterns, the activities within will leave you with a calmer mind and a feeling of accomplishment as you look back on your own unique works

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Book SynopsisA calm, collected mind is the best defense against stress. In Unclutter Your Mind, Donna Smallin shows you how to address the emotional and psychological clutter that can rob you of a balanced, rewarding, meaningful life. Offering 500 creative ideas to help you clear away unnecessary worries, daily stressors, and unhelpful habits, Smallin helps you clear your head and focus on what’s most important to you. Just a few minutes each day is enough to help you establish clear priorities, develop stronger relationships, and achieve emotional fulfillment.

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Book SynopsisStress is not in your head, it’s in your body—this is the key to peak performance that Leah Lagos, PsyD, BCB, an internationally known expert in biofeedback and sport and performance psychology, wants us to know. In this book, she shares with readers for the first time the same program that she uses with top athletes, CEOs, business leaders—anyone who wants and needs to perform at their best. What makes her scientifically proven 10-week program unlike any other is that she recognizes the link between heart rhythms and stress to create specific, clinically tested exercises and breathing techniques that allow you to control your body’s physical response to stress. She pairs this training with cognitive-behavioral exercises to offer a two-tiered process for strengthening health and performance, enabling readers to respond more flexibly to stressful situations, let go of negative thoughts and emotions, and ultimately be more focused and confident under pre

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Book SynopsisCourtney Carver shows us the power of simplicity to improve our health, build more meaningful relationships, and relieve stress in our professional and personal lives.We are often on a quest for more—we give in to pressure every day to work more, own more, and do more. For Carver, this constant striving had to come to a stop when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Stress was like gasoline on the fire of symptoms, and it became clear that she needed to root out the physical and psychological clutter that were the source of her debt and discontent.      In this book, she shows us how to pursue practical minimalism so we can create more with less—more space, more time, and even more love. Carver invites us to look at the big picture, discover what''s most important to us, and reclaim lightness and ease by getting rid of all the excess things.

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Book SynopsisChildren pay close attention to their parents' moods. When parents feel upset, their kids may become anxious, and when parents wind down, children also get the chance to relax. When you feel overwhelmed and stressed, it can be hard to help your child feel balanced. The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook for Kids, written by two child therapists, offers more than fifty activities you can do together as a family to help you and your child replace stressful and anxious feelings with feelings of optimism, confidence, and joy.You'll learn proven relaxation techniques, including deep breathing, guided imagery, mindfulness, and yoga, and then receive guidance for teaching them to your child. Your child will also discover how taking time to do art and creative projects can create a sense of fulfillment and calm. By completing just one ten-minute activity from this workbook each day, you'll make relaxation a family habit that will stay with both you and your child for a lifetime.

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Book SynopsisListen within. You are the expert in you. Chronic vertigo, dizziness, and tinnitus are invisible disruptions to a person's life that can be unresponsive to traditional treatments, leaving sufferers feeling hopeless. Yet healing is possible using neuroplasticity, the brain and body's capacity to change itself. So, why is nobody teaching us how to do it? Vestibular audiologist and neuroplasticity therapist Joey Remenyi explains why holistic neuroplasticity is often overlooked; why nobody else can prescribe it for you; and why ignoring, denying, distracting, and avoiding symptoms may not work. Joey gives hope to the hopeless with her pioneering self-study approach to healing chronic symptoms that outlines how we can rebuild a new normal with methodical steps. Using client case studies and her own personal experience, Joey guides the reader to gently feel their way through healing-physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Including home exercise ideas and a heart-centered approach to the science, Rock Steady is the handbook for anyone with chronic unwanted sensations or sounds in their body.

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Book SynopsisIn the midst of daily stress and turmoil, this book exposes the power of our emotions to heal us-and offers new hope for reclaiming contentment, connection, and a greater sense of well-being.Do you feel stressed out during the day and lie awake at night worrying? You're not alone. In today's hectic, fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become a default way of being-as natural to us as breathing air. And because stress is an inevitable part of life, one of the most important things you can do for yourself is to learn how to manage and heal it.This book offers proven ways to help you counter the negative effects that stress has on the body and mind . You'll also discover practical skills and clinically proven strategies grounded in mindfulness, neurobiology, and positive psychology to help you cultivate deep sense of emotional resilience.Using the author's innovative HEART tools (Heartful Engagement And Re-focusing Training), you'll learn to manage stress by harnessing the power of positive emotions-such as gratitude, compassion, empathy, and hope-leading to a feeling of expansiveness and possibility, and a lived sense of calm, happiness, and vitality.

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Book SynopsisWhat if everything you thought you knew about stress was wrong?Over the years we've grown to see stress as Public Enemy No.1, responsible for countless health problems, relationship troubles, unhappiness and anxiety, and to be avoided at all costs.Trade ReviewThe Upside of Stress is a perfect how-to guide for anyone who wants to tap into the biology of courage and the psychology of thriving under pressure. * Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive *A fascinating tour of cutting-edge research on how stress affects us in ways, both good and bad, that we never suspect. McGonigal brings scientific studies to life, makes her lessons tangible and provides fascinating take-aways for anyone who experiences stress - which, let's face it, is all of us, often all the time. * Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit *A courageous, counterintuitive and convincing case for a big idea: stress can be good for you. This enchanting, evidence-based book has already transformed how I think about stress, and I recommend it highly to anyone who lives in the 21st century. * Adam Grant, author of Give and Take *If you've ever complained of being stressed out, you need to read this perceptive, thought-provoking book. Kelly McGonigal reveals the surprising truth about why we should embrace the many unsung benefits of stress. The Upside of Stress will change the way you think - and it will change your experience of your life. * Gretchen Rubin, author of Better Than Before and The Happiness Project *The message that stress can actually convey health benefits is important and needs to be heard. This thoughtful analysis on the role of mindset will prompt you to re-think your relationship with stress, and help you realize its benefits. * Andrew Weil, MD, author of Spontaneous Happiness *

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Book SynopsisDid you know that meditation can help you feel better - both mentally and physically - starting right now?No matter how busy you are, wherever you are, your age, or what you are going through, meditation offers simple, fast relief and can support you in your day-to-day life. Through science-backed, practical and accessible guidance, this book will show you how meditation can work for you.Balm your soul and body with over 75 can-do meditation techniques to build into your daily routine. Whether you want to practise on a mat or take your experience elsewhere when walking, running and swimming; using sound and music; with art and creativity discover which method works best for you.Meditation for the Real World will also address specific moments of need, such as how to find calm before a stressful situation such as a flight; to enhance focus before a big presentation; to reduce inflammation and pain; and much more, each with the science to support the practice.With a foreword by Dr Sara Lazar, meditation and yoga researcher at the Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital.

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Book SynopsisMost of us believe that in order to achieve anything worthwhile, whether in our careers, family life, health or even on the sports field, we have to work hard and apply a lot of effort. In fact, just the opposite is true. In The Art of Effortless Living, Dr. Ingrid Bacci offers compelling evidence that the most productive, creative and healthiest individuals are those who practice effortless living. By doing less, paradoxical as it may seem, they achieve more. In this book you will meet individuals who have transformed their lives in radically simple ways:The executive whose influence over her colleagues increased dramatically after she began a deceptively simple relaxationThe patient who eliminated thirty years of suffering from migraines after ten training sessions in releasing unconscious muscle tension.The golf player who corrected his golf swing in one brief session, using a series of visualization exercises.This book shows you how to dissolve conscious and uncoTrade ReviewHere is a Book of Changes - a profound and potent guide to making transformative shifts in body, mind and spirit * Jean Houston, PhD., author of The Search for the Beloved *Truly effortless to read, this book about healing aims to help you replace stress and struggle with effortless, creative living and achieve optimum health and peak productivity...Truly inspiring * Health and Fitness Magazine *This book contains a piece of essential wisdom - that by letting go we gain more, not less ... We seriously need the lessons of The Art of Effortless Living * Larry Dossey, MD., author of Recovering Your Soul *Bacci skillfully presents the bodywork she's been performing since the early 80's and explains the philosophy behind it in calm, accessible prose * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisIt?s time to take control of your overthinking and discover a more peaceful and focused mind.Overthinking creates unproductive, repetitive thoughts, often leading to anxiety, stress, and depression. Combined with social norms dictating that men stay ?strong and silent? in the face of their internal struggles, overthinking can have other consequences for men as well, including irritability, aggression, impulsivity, and risk-taking behaviors. In this guidebook, author Jett Stone, PhD, a seasoned clinical psychologist and organizational consultant with years of experience working with men, offers practical, actionable strategies to help you take back your life from the cycle of overthinking and break free from unhelpful mental loops and cycles of rumination. Filled with valuable insights and practical skills that you can apply immediately, this book will help you learn to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, cultivate a positive mindset, and develop self-confidence.Inside this book, you?ll discover: Proven techniques to quiet your mind and stop overthinking in its tracks. Strategies to manage stress and anxiety, allowing you to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Skills to help you stay focused, present, and mindful during stressful situations. Tips for building resilience and fostering positive thinking. Practical ways to stop agonizing over the past and worrying about the future. Real-life examples of common scenarios with tips on how to work your way through them without being caught in an overthinking loop. Whether you?re facing work-related stress, relationship challenges, or daily decision paralysis, or you simply want to improve your mental well-being, this game-changing guidebook is your roadmap to mastering your mind and leveling up your life.

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Book SynopsisBreathe out your worries and breathe in calm.This friendly support is an essential handbook to help tackle stress, anxiety, and to make everyday living easier for everyone.Breathwork is an ancient practice backed up by modern science. It is not just for the spiritually enlightened! It is a simple but powerful way for everyone to boost their health and happiness.Rebecca Dennis is the UK's leading breath coach, who has helped hundreds of people for over a decade to overcome all kinds of common issues simply using breathing exercises.Dive into bite-size sections with easy, immediately impactful methods to help you with: anxiety and stress, grief, to find happiness and positivity, confidence, focus at work, energy, deeper sleep, stronger immunity and to slow ageing, find resilience and recovering (from illness), as well as family-friendly exercises to help both children and parents.

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Book SynopsisOvercoming app now available via iTunes and the Google Play Store.'An excellent book filled with practical tips for understanding and managing stress.' Professor David M. Clark, Professor and Chair of Experimental Psychology, University of OxfordMost of us know what it is like to feel stressed - so much so, in fact, that we take it for granted that we are going to feel stressed and assume that there's not much to be done about it. Too much stress can disrupt our lives almost without our realizing it. However there is a tried and tested approach to coping using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). In this easy-to-use self-help guide the authors help you to recognize what happens when under stress and how to change how you think, feel and act so that you learn to retain a balanced outlook on life and manage it more effectively too.· Provides a complete CBT self-help course with case studies and step-by-step explanations· Shows how to permanently improve your overall quality of life by changing the ways you respond to stressOvercoming self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical. Many guides in the Overcoming series are recommended under the Reading Well Books on Prescription scheme.Series Editor: Professor Peter Cooper

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Book SynopsisNurses, are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed by the demands of your job? Do you struggle to find time for yourself amidst the chaos of your work? That's why we've designed a practical step-by-step guide that takes you through 7 1-minute tools specifically tailored to help you work through stress and find more peace and balance in their lives.

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