Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisThis workbook contains the handouts for Carol Gray's DVD presentation Writing Social Stories (DVD 9781932565607). In her intriguing presentation, Carol Gray explains the elements that make Social Stories so successful and teaches you how to tailor the text to an individual's specific needs. The engaging DVD is great for parents, teachers, therapists, or for anyone who cares for someone on the spectrum. This workbook outlines Carol's points and contains the activity sheets that supplement her presentation. With the DVD and these accompanying activities, you will learn: the social perspective of a person with ASD; how to write descriptive, perspective, directive, and affirmative sentences; how to properly implement a Social Story; and, Do's and Don'ts based on real-life examples and more.

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Book SynopsisMore than a tool to correct bad behavior, this handbook urges parents to move beyond typical discipline techniques by creating an environment based on mutual respect, emotional safety, and positive, open communication. The seven outlined principles redefine the parent-dominated family by teaching parents how to achieve mutual parent/child respect without being submissive, set firm limits without using demands or coercion, and empower children to open up, cooperate, and realize their own innate potential. Based on Marshall Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication process, the framework helps parents break down the barriers to outstanding relationships with their kids by avoiding destructive language and habits that keep parents and children from understanding one another. Activities, stories, and resources help parents immediately apply the seven keys to any parenting situation.Table of ContentsPart I: The Foundation for Respect & Co-operation; Part II: The 7 Keys to Co-Operation; Part III: Family Activities and Stories from the No-Fault Zone.

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to use affirmations to soothe your soul and heal your body in just 21 days with internationally bestselling author Louise Hay.Louise Hay's teachings on affirmations are multi-million copy bestsellers worldwide and have provided techniques that have comforted and healed countless people. 21 Days to Unlock the Power of Affirmations makes this infinitely powerful skill easy to learn.You'll discover the power of simple, calming words and how these can be applied to any situation. Whether emotional or physical, Louise's teachings are available for you to call on at any time. You'll also learn how to create your own personalised affirmation to unlock success, abundance, health and more. This is the ideal introduction to an essential technique, now presented in a format that fits your life. Start healing your life in just 21 days!Studies have shown it takes only 21 days for a new habit to take root. If there's a skill you've always wanted to take advantage of, the answer is only a few weeks away with Hay House's 21 Days series.

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Book SynopsisAged 16, Rachel Krentzman was diagnosed with scoliosis. At 32 she suffered a herniated disk and was told she would have to modify her activities for the rest of her life - instead, Rachel is now a walking testimonial for how yoga can be used therapeutically to heal your back pain. An easy and straightforward read, this manual contains step by step illustrated instruction for you to address the physical and emotional factors of your scoliosis. The exercises are easy to follow and perform, and no technical knowledge or prior experience of yoga is required. Foundational anatomy is carefully explained so that you can understand your body and your scoliosis before applying the exercises. Exemplary case studies will help you on the path to alleviating your back pain without surgery.Trade ReviewFull of resourceful wisdom, new and eternal. -- Loren M. Fishman, M.D. B.Phil., Assistant Clinical Professor, Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, author, Healing Yoga: Yoga cures for 20 common conditions, and many moreThis book is a uniquely successful guide towards a deeper understanding of both the reader's own body dynamics as well as yoga in its fuller context. The book addresses the physical and emotional consequences of living with scoliosis through therapeutic poses, breathing techniques and intention-setting that the reader can easily adopt at home. I highly recommend this book to both patients and clinicians alike. -- Melanie R. Fiorella, MD – Center for Integrative Medicine, UC San Diego HealthTable of ContentsForeword. Matthew J. Taylor. Introduction. PART ONE: THE PRINCIPLES. 1. Understanding Scoliosis. 2. Understanding Yoga Therapy. PART TWO: THE PRACTICE. 3. Releasing Tension. 4. Elongation and Symmetry. 5. Traction. 6. Mind-Body Tools. PART THREE: SUMMARY. 7. The Ten-Step Practice to Unwind Your Spine. References.

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Book SynopsisA fictionalized account on one man's journey through a "theme park of life" after being implored by his dying fiancee to go and discover... Trapped in a prison of his past so he can't see the possibilities, the gifts and the choices available to him, his journey is our journey. Based on Brendon's experience teaching and coaching, he realizes that people never transform the quality of their lives unless their hearts and minds are truly engaged in changing - they need to have a deep, emotional reason to change. This beautiful, engaging story of love, loss and redemption will connect with people immediately. It will also cause readers to think and reflect on their lives more deeply, become more aware of their own life stories, accept their authentic selves, and become accountable for who they are. Brendon reaches out to engage hearts and minds in transforming lives with emotional edge and mental clarity. What is this golden ticket? And what kind of life does it really gain us admission to? The chapters are arranged into life lessons around 4 gates to transformation: Awareness, Acceptance, Accountability, and Action. "Whatever you do, pay the price of admission for Life's Golden Ticket! This book is entertaining, provocative and loaded with wisdom. Honestly, this is the most original book I've read in years!" (Bill Treasurer, CEO, Giant Leap Consulting and author of Right Risk - Ten Powerful Principles for Taking Giant Leaps with Your Life) "I read the story in one sitting, I just couldn't put it down. I cried, I laughed, I cheered, I wondered where it was all going - and when I finished, I was so thankful for the journey" (K C George, Corporate Program Manager, VISA USA) "Life's Golden Ticket is wise without being preachy, inspiring without forgetting insight, entertaining without sacrificing empowerment. Brendon Burchard shows incredible depth, compassion, and wisdom on every page. He has given us a true gift." (Kelley Graham, Director, Levi Strauss & Co)Trade Review"Reading it will inspire you to grab hold of your own second chance and live the life you've always wanted." (My Weekly, Saturday 3rd November 2007)

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Book SynopsisWritten by a well-known and highly respected author and practitioner within the field, Shiatsu Theory and Practice is a complete introduction to the theory and practice of Zen shiatsu, drawing in detail on the theoretical foundation of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Phase theory as well as that of Zen. Beresford-Cooke explains the strands of theory in a way which makes their integration into practice clear and rational. She includes step-by-step descriptions of treatment routines and techniques, alongside case histories illustrating the application of theory to practice. The book features detailed descriptions and illustrations of meridians, point locations and functions, and these are shown together with salient underlying anatomy. The text is supported by full colour photographs as well as online videoclips showing techniques, routines in the four positions and how to treat individual points and meridians. There are also supplementary online resources such as exercises and activities, web links, appendices for each chapter, and instructor lesson plans, homework and testbank of questions. This fully revised third edition is essential reading for students and practitioners of shiatsu and massage therapy.

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Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD • A groundbreaking manifesto on living better and longer that challenges the conventional medical thinking on aging and reveals a new approach to preventing chronic disease and extending long-term health, from a visionary physician and leading longevity expert “One of the most important books you’ll ever read.”—Steven D. Levitt, New York Times bestselling author of Freakonomics AN ECONOMIST AND BLOOMBERG BEST BOOK OF THE YEARWouldn’t you like to live longer? And better? In this operating manual for longevity, Dr. Peter Attia draws on the latest science to deliver innovative nutritional interventions, techniques for optimizing exercise and sleep, and tools for addressing emotional and mental health. For all its successes, mainstream medicine has failed to make much progress against the diseas

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Book SynopsisTHE PERFECT GIFT FOR MOTHER'S DAY!Look at the front cover of any parenting book and what do you see? Glowing mothers-to-be, or pristine, beautifully-behaved children. But the reality is, your pregnancy might be a sweaty, moody rollercoaster, and your children will almost certainly spend the first few years of their lives covered in food, tears and worse. And the experience is no less magical for it. In this no-holds-barred collection of essays, prominent women authors, journalists and TV personalities explore the truth about becoming mothers. Covering topics from labour to the breastapo, twins to IVF, weaning to post-birth sex, and with writers including Cathy Kelly, Adele Parks, Kathy Lette and Lucy Porter (and many more), Things I Wish I'd Known is a reassuring, moving and often hilarious collection that will speak to mothers - and mothers-to-be - everywhere.Trade ReviewSometimes funny, sometimes sad, and always genuine. * Angels & Urchins *This collection of very funny essays is the essential gift for pregnant friends. * Stylist *From labour and IVF to weaning and post-birth sex, each author is brutally honest about their experiences, ensuring you will laugh and cry along with them. * Essentials *Like a hilarious series of conversations with your non-judgmental girlfriends * The Advocate *Honest and refreshing, and it made me feel like I'm not alone as I try to navigate life as a new mum * The Advocate *Step away from the airy-fairy earth mother accounts of the miracle of birth and cackle along with these more realistic recollections * Grazia *A collection of funny, inspirational and brutally honest accounts of becoming a mother * Hello! *A very funny, yet moving collection that will resonate with all mums * Made for Mums *Filled to the brim with the type of parenting advice you wish your friends had actually told you * Pregnancy & Parenting *Witty and honest accounts of motherhood * Sainsbury's Magazine *Whether you want to prepare for future motherhood or reminisce fondly, we know just the book for you * Woman & Home *A collection of eye-opening, fiesty and moving accounts of motherhood. * Daily Express *'Useful, funny and uplifting, this is the quintessential new mummy gift'. * Sunday Independent *

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Book SynopsisWith the help of this handy guide, you can bring tried and tested occupational therapy activities into your home and encourage your child to succeed with everyday tasks while having fun in the process.This expanded edition of the award-winning book includes new advice on toilet training, coping with changes in routine, repetitive behaviors, self-regulation and much more. The simple explanations and easy exercises will soon make daily activities enjoyable and productive.Trade ReviewAs an OT with over 20 years experience, I was amazed how much info is packed into this small book. It is so thorough, you would think it was a text book but it is just written concisely and is easy to read. For parents it is a great gift for those with a child just diagnosed with developmental concerns as it explains many terms used in therapy, gives suggestions on everyday activities to IEPS for school aged children. It is a great resource not just for parents but for therapists too, to help explain terms, give home suggestions and treatment planning. Thanks Cara for putting this together. -- Jeanette Runnings, founder of Yoga YingoThis is a great introduction to pediatric occupational therapy and provides wonderful help and support to families of kids with special needs. -- Lindsey Biel, OTR/L, co-author of Raising a Sensory Smart ChildCara continues to offer teachers, parents, and heck -- anybody who cares about ANY child's learning - consistently positive, workable, RELEVANT tips that simply make learning what it should be: WONDERFUL. Her understanding of kids whose gifts and challenges may befuddle others is utterly sincere. Meaning that every chapter is infused with authentic respect, empowering information...and a whole lot of smarts that actually work. Most of all, Cara knows what it is to be brave: to feel afraid and do it anyway. And because of that compassion, BRILLIANT kids the world over will have the chance to amaze the most important people of all: themselves. -- Jennifer O'Toole, author and founder of AsperkidsTable of ContentsPreface. 1. What is Occupational Therapy? My Child Doesn't Work!. 2. What are Core Muscles and Reflexes, and Why Are They Important to my Child's Function?. 3. Feeding and Oral-Motor (Muscles of the Mouth). 4. Handwriting and the Upper Extremity (Arm). 5. What Do You Mean, We Have More Than Five Senses?. 6. Behaviour and Transition During Daily Activities. 7. Toilet Training. 8. Social Skills and Relationships. 9. OT in School vs. OT in an Outpatient Setting/Clinic. Pocket Occupational Therapist Developmental Checklists. Resource Area. Index.

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Book SynopsisFind your unique energy type and harness it for success and fulfillment with Your Human Design.  Wondering what your life purpose is? What you are here to do? How to work, play, and relate to others with maximum ease? It is all in your Human Design! Human Design is a revolutionary system for self-understanding comprising wisdom from Western astrology, the chakra system, I Ching, the Kabbalah tree of life, and facets of modern quantum mechanics, biochemistry, and astronomy. This incredibly powerful modality reveals with great specificity how each human being has different natural talents, a unique life purpose, and a specific mode of operating that aligns them to their true nature. It also provides you with practical strategies for navigating your unique life path with authenticity, ease, and success. Written by the creators of the popular DayLuna Human Design Podcast, this guide presents Human Design inTrade Review“I highly recommend this easy-to-follow guide to anyone beginning their Human Design journey! Shayna and Dana have a powerful ability to take this complex system and make it digestible, so you can immediately apply this wisdom to your life." * Sahara Rose, Host of the Highest Self podcast and bestselling author of Discover Your Dharma *“Your Human Design is a GPS to guide you to your highest potential. Shayna and Dana have written an accessible, step-by-step guide for anyone seeking to build a more authentic, aligned, and satisfying life!” * Terri Cole, Psychotherapist, and author of the bestselling book Boundary Boss *Table of ContentsContents Introduction 5 CHAPTER 1: Everything Is Energy, Including You CHAPTER 2: What Is Human Design? CHAPTER 3: The Five Types CHAPTER 4: The Eight Authorities CHAPTER 5: Combining Strategy and Authority CHAPTER 6: Deeper Dive: Centers CHAPTER 7: Deeper Dive: Profiles CHAPTER 8: Deeper Dive: Channels and Gates CHAPTER 9: Deeper Dive: Cross of Incarnation CHAPTER 10: Tying It All Together About the Authors Index

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Book SynopsisPeople find it difficult to express ideas and solve problems purely with words. They find it much easier to use diagrams. Distilled into this single, handy-sized volume are 60 of the most useful diagrams, which are used by the smartest managers and entrepreneurs globally, to aid their problem-solving and thinking. Triangles and pyramids, grids and axes, timelines, flows and concepts - the 60 diagrams are each visually presented, and then explained in an accessible manner, including tips and advice on how you can apply them to your own situations.

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Book SynopsisIn The Mediterranean Zone, Dr Barry Sears, founder of The Zone Diet, shows you how to eat a delicious and sustainable diet that will: stop weight gain and strip away 'toxic' fat; free you from inflammation and hormonal chaos; reverse diabetes and protect you from Alzheimer's; lighten your mood as well as your body; allow you to break out of the diet-and-exercise trap for good! Incorporating the principles of the Zone diet and the fundamental benefits of the much-loved Mediterranean diet, the Mediterranean Zone offers an easy-to-follow guide to eating and living better, based on the latest scientific research.Table of ContentsThe Zone at a glance; Part I - Mastering the Mediterranean Zone: The coming reckoning; Inflammation - the real reason we gain weight, get sick and age at a faster rate; Mastering the Zone diet for a lifetime; The Mediterranean diet - facts and fiction; The Mediterranean Zone - the evolution of the Mediterranean diet; Anti-inflammatory supplements for the Mediterranean Zone; Part II - The science of polyphenols: Polyphenols - the next essential nutrients; Polyphenols and gut health; Polyphenols and oxidative stress; Polyphenols and longevity; Part III - The industrialisation of food and the rise of diet-induced inflammation; Chasing the wrong food villains; Part IV - The future of medicine: Epigenetics - opening Pandora's genetic box; Reclaiming our genetic future. Appendices

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Book SynopsisFor many years there has been growing concern about the culture of fear that is penetrating maternity services throughout the world, and that the fear felt by maternity care workers is directly and indirectly being transferred to the women and families they serve. The consequences of fear includes increased risk of defensive practice, where the woman and her family become potential enemies to those providing her care. In addition, the prevailing risk management and 'tick box' culture in maternity services encourages maternity workers to give priority to the records instead of the childbearing woman. These factors contribute to the dissatisfaction felt by those using and providing maternity services, and the apparent lack of kindness and respect. There is however increasing evidence that kindness, compassion and mutual respect improves efficiency, effectiveness, experience and staff morale within healthcare settings. The Roar Behind the Silence provides information, inspiration and practical suggestions to support maternity care workers, policy makers, and maternity care funders across the world in their quest to deliver sensitive, compassionate and high quality maternity services. The book highlights examples of good practice, and practical tools for making change happen, using evidence and stories where appropriate. Edited by Sheena Byrom & Soo Downe, with contributions by Hana Ruth Abel, Maria Helena Bastos, Dean Beaumont, Dianne Bowser, Anna Byrom, Sheena Byrom, Penny Campling, Michael Clift, Hannah Dahlen, Raymond de Vries, Soo Downe, Ngai Fen Cheung, Julie Frohlich, Kathryn Guttridge, Jennifer Hall, Shelagh Heneghan, Milli Hill, Billie Hunter, Mavis Kirkham, Mande Limbu, Amali Lokugamage, Kerstin Uvnas Moberg, Mercedes Perez-Botella, Gill Phillips, Elizabeth Prochaska, Progress Theatre Group, Rineke Schram, Anna Ternovszky, Lucie Warren and Robin Youngson.

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Book SynopsisPastor Rick Warren will help you understand the process God uses to fulfill the dreams He gives you.A great dream is a statement of faith. Whether you dream of creating something beautiful or accomplishing something incredible, your dream is the first step God uses to develop your spiritual maturity and change your life. The Bible is full of stories of people whose God-given dreams became reality—but to get there, they had to take a journey of faith.In Created to Dream, beloved author of The Purpose Driven Life Rick Warren reveals how God uses six phases to develop your spiritual maturity while fulfilling the dreams he gives you. Each phase is a test of your faith, bringing you closer to your goal: Phase 1: Dream—God puts an exciting dream in your heart. Phase 2: Decision—You make the decision to go after the dream. Phase 3: Delays—Go

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Book SynopsisOur society typically devotes huge attention to the start of a marriage – and particularly to the actual wedding ceremony. But the real challenge lies beyond the wedding, with the long years ahead – and here we are too often left on our own. This box is The School of Life’s guide to the rest of a life together, containing twenty beautiful cards which lay out the central ideas on how to make a relationship work over the decades beyond the wedding day. It is filled with artful suggestions on coping with what even the most loving couple will face as they build a life together. This set of cards is both a celebration of marriage and a rich source of insights into the skills it demands. Quotes From The Cards: In Praise of Compromise: ‘Couples who compromise are not the enemies of love: they may be at the vanguard of understanding what lasting relationships truly demand and what they are for. They deserve admiration, not condemnation.’ On Sex and Marriage: ‘The waning of sex is – far more than we collectively admit – a sign that a marriage is stabilising, not failing. If we more publicly admitted this, we’d be less panicked, less ashamed and a little less resentful when the sex got less intense and less frequent.

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Book Synopsis''An extraordinary gem'' - ABBY RAWLINSON''Beautiful and nurturing'' - ANNA WILLIAMSONAre you searching for inner calm or hoping to deepen your self-love? Are you looking to understand your emotions and set healthy boundaries?In Choose You, therapist Helen Marie''s gentle, supportive bite-sized wisdom will encourage you to:- Speak to yourself with kindness- Learn to set boundaries- Step back to see things a little more clearly- Show up for yourself- Find moments of stillness- Take time to heal- Seek authentic connections- And treat yourself like someone you love.Featuring journal prompts, intuitive questions, reflective exercises and therapy-inspired lists for you to nurture your thoughts, this beautiful and soothing book has everything you need to begin your journey of understanding yourself and your needs better.

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Book SynopsisOprah Winfrey is one of the most celebrated women in the world - she's also one of the most notorious yo-yo dieters. "It has been the battle of my life," she has said, "... a battle I am still fighting every waking moment." Anyone who, like Oprah, has endured the vicious rollercoaster of losing, regaining and then putting on more weight knows that the advice we are being given doesn't work. So, what does? Dr Zoë Harcombe, PhD, experienced the misery of yo-yo dieting throughout her twenties and decided to use her scientific training to find a solution. She has spent the past 20 years studying diet, eating habits and the escalating obesity crisis and is now the go-to nutrition expert for some of the world's leading doctors. In The Diet Fix, Zoë reveals her 10-step plan for success. Using evidence-based analysis, she tells us how to lose weight without hunger, how to eat better rather than less and, most importantly, how to make it different this time.

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Book SynopsisDynamic corporate speaker and coach, Cassandra Worthy, introduces a growth mindset practice that helps readers to view change and the emotions surrounding it as a gift.Cassandra Worthy is a highly sought-after consultant, speaker, and Change Enthusiast, who is sharing her revolutionary approach for not only embracing change but using it to propel you to heights you never imagined. Only 10 percent of successful change adoption is about know-how. . . the other 90 percent is centered squarely on the motivation and willingness to accept the change. Cassandra explains that if you don't address the emotions surrounding change then your transformation journey will be stopped in its tracks.In this book, Cassandra will teach you to:Redefine your relationship to changeEmbrace negative emotions and use them for epic growth and transformationMake conscious, productive choices in the face of disruption of any sortDevelop your resilience muscleView change as something that happens for you vs. to youCassandra's practical yet inspiring strategies can inspire anyone to authentically embrace change and find their own unique power of resilience during turbulent times. Using insights gleaned from her life, those of her clients, as well as the tools and exercises she has refined over the years, Cassandra Worthy has written the playbook for anyone leading, influencing, going through, or embarking upon change.

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Book Synopsis*A New York Times bestseller!*An urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers' intense and often fraught emotional lives - and how to support them through this critical developmental stage - from the New York Times bestselling author of Untangled and Under PressureIn teenagers, powerful emotions come with the territory. And with so many of today's teens contending with academic pressure, social media stress, worries about the future, and concerns about their own mental health, it's easy for them - and their parents - to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it doesn't have to be that way.With clear, research-informed explanations alongside illuminating, real-life examples, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers gives parents the concrete, practical information they need to steady their teens through the bumpy yet transformational journey into adulthood.Trade ReviewThis book offers a crucial reframing that helps us understand teens, their emotions, and their behavior. I couldn't love it more. Damour gifts parents the knowledge, words, and practical advice needed to reach our teens so that we can help them become happy, healthy, and fully themselves. -- Tina Payne Bryson, New York Times Bestselling co-author of THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD, NO-DRAMA DISCIPLINE and THE POWER OF SHOWING UPThis book is required reading for anyone who worries that their kids aren't happy, aren't happy enough, or might be happy now but could become unhappy in the future. Lisa Damour explains why intense feelings-including negative ones-are a key part of teenage development, and how we can help young people (and ourselves) understand, express, manage, and most importantly, embrace the full spectrum of human emotion. The Emotional Lives of Teenagers is written as clearly, usefully, and warmly as anything I've read about the psychology of adolescence. As a psychologist and a mother of two teenagers, I give it my highest recommendation! -- Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of GRIT and co-founder of Character LabIn her latest book, and her first for parents of all genders, Dr. Damour uses her signature wisdom and relatability to first dispel harmful but pervasive myths about teen mental health, then to reframe our understanding of the mysterious inner workings of teenage emotionality. If, like most parents, you find yourself alienated or confused by your teen's unruly, unknowable, or unpredictable feelings, add this book to the top of your reading pile immediately. It will put you at ease and your child will thank you for becoming the competent and confident resource on whom they want, and need, to depend. -- Michelle Icard, author of FOURTEEN TALKS BY AGE FOURTEENIn The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Lisa Damour applies her powerful intellect, decades of clinical experience, and deep empathy to one of the most essential questions of our time: How can adults best support adolescent mental health? Damour lays out a new, essential framework for understanding teens' emotional lives and hands parents, teachers, coaches, and mentors the playbook they need to help teenagers feel heard, healthy, and whole. -- Jewel, singer/songwriter and mental health advocateI can't recommend The Emotional Lives of Teenagers enough. Damour delivers on her promise to give parents practical and actionable research-backed advice that will ensure their children develop the emotion skills they need to thrive." -- Marc Brackett, PhD, director, Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, professor, Yale Child Study Center, and author of the bestselling book, Permission To Feel.Lisa Damour is a wonderful, rigorous thinker who draws beautifully from both research and clinical practice to help adults understand teenagers. Damour's striking clarity and insight make her the perfect guide for those looking to make sense of teens' emotional lives. -- Richard Weissbourd, author of THE PARENTS WE MEAN TO BETable of Contentsi: Introduction 1: Adolescent Emotion 101: Getting Past Three Big Myths 2: Gender and Emotion 3: Seismic Shift: How Adolescence Puts a New Emotional Spin on Everyday Life 4: Managing Emotions, Part One 5: Managing Emotions, Part Two 6: Conclusion ii: Acknowledgments iii: Notes iv: Recommended Resources v: Index

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Book SynopsisA guilt-free guide that strips away the myths you''ve believed about motherhood and offers you a new way to think--about your kids, yourself, and being the mom you''ve always wanted to be.A recent Barna study stated that 80 percent of mothers are stressed out, 70 percent are tired, and 56 percent are overcommitted. This book is for them: every mom who feels overwhelmed, worried, stressed, overstimulated, tired, and strung out by all the demands of taking care of little--or not-so-little--humans.Bestselling author, life and business coach, and mom of five boys Alli Worthington believes too many moms have neglected to take care of arguably the one person who matters most: themselves. In Remaining You While Raising Them, Alli shares guilt-free, often hilarious, empowering, and research-informed advice to help you: Intentionally care for yourself--spiritually, emotionally, and physically--amidst the demands of motherhood Drop thTrade ReviewAs a young mom, I constantly feel crushed by advice. There is always more I could be doing, as social media is ever ready to remind me. For moms of this generation, shame looms large, so when I first opened this book, I was nervous. Thankfully, my fears were instantly relieved. This book is good news for mothers. It is a lighter way to parenting with impact. With her signature wisdom and humor, Alli offers herself as the most generous mentor. I so enjoyed reading this book, and you will too! Sharon Hodde Miller, author of The Cost of ControlFrom the moment I opened this book, my heart felt a huge relief and a big dose of encouragement. Alli has such a way with words--she makes you laugh, she's relatable, and she shares wise truths in a gentle but firm way. If you've ever felt like you're failing your kids or that you just don't have what it takes to do this motherhood thing well, Remaining You While Raising Them is just the book you need to feel less alone and be infused with practical truth and inspiration to keep on keeping on. Crystal Paine, New York Times bestselling author, host of The Crystal Paine Show, and founder of MoneySavingMom.comI'm a stepmom of two, and the expectations--from not only others but also myself--were crippling. Before Alli wrote this book, she coached me on balancing work, family, and purpose, all while modeling being a great mom. She lived out the principles in this book and now is sharing them to bring freedom to women. I'm grateful for this resource that will help others in the way she's helped me. Bianca Juarez Olthoff, pastor, host of the We're Going There podcast, and bestselling author of How To Have Your Life Not SuckIf you're a mom who can't remember who she was before motherhood, get this book now! Remaining You While Raising Them is an encouragement for any mom who wants to feel confident and fulfilled in not just her parenting but her own life too. Christy Wright, author of Business Boutique, Living True, and Take Back Your TimeIn Remaining You While Raising Them, Alli Worthington has given us a fresh look at what it really takes to be a good parent. With wisdom, humor, and compassion, she dispels exhausting and unhelpful motherhood myths and shows us that the best way to mother our children is to first learn how to mother ourselves. Dr. Alison Cook, therapist and author of The Best of You and Boundaries for Your SoulMothers are stressed and anxious, constantly wondering if they're doing a good enough job. We tell ourselves lies and make unreasonable expectations of ourselves. This makes us miserable. We need help in order to help ourselves. This is exactly what Allie does in this book. She pinpoints the source of our misery and gives us practical ways to make wonderful changes. If you want to enjoy motherhood again and lower your stress level, read this book. Among the pages you will find a wonderful transformation. Meg Meeker, MD, author of the national bestseller Strong Fathers, Strong DaughtersMy one complaint about this book is that Alli didn't write it sooner. I had to go through the hard-fought journey of mothering four boys to gain some of these truths. You have the gift of Alli's wisdom and her excellent research to guide you in healthy mothering. Her help comes in a consumable, mom-friendly way. These chapters are relatable, to the point, and easy to grasp. Heather MacFadyen, host of the Don't Mom Alone podcast and author of Right Where You BelongThere's not a mom alive who doesn't need this book. Remaining You While Raising Them is a true one-stop-shop manual for the mom who wants to love her kids well but needs to love herself a bit better. Thanks, Alli Worthington, for giving us real help to take the pressure off. Lisa Whittle, bestselling author, podcast host, and speakerThis is the book I needed when I first became a mom, and it's the one I will keep revisiting for many years. If you're looking for a new narrative surrounding motherhood, you'll find it here. Alli speaks from a place of hard-earned experience, yet her voice is full of compassion and encouragement that we, as mamas, need. I can't wait to see the thousands of moms stepping into a place of thriving and freedom as they apply the wisdom within these pages. Hannah Brencher, author of Fighting Forward and Come Matter HereYes please. This book is exactly what I've been looking for as a new mom. Alli's words have inspired me to ditch old ways of thinking and embrace my style of motherhood while cheering on others who are doing the same. I'm tearing through this book, highlighting things, texting quotes to my friends, and writing Alli's reminders on the back of my hand. Alli, thank you for this. Stephanie May Wilson, author and host of the Girls Night podcast

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Book SynopsisFulfill your innermost dreams and ambitions by turning up the volume on your intuition and re-connecting with your Inner Genius.Executive coach Liz Tran asks you to train yourself to listen to and be guided by your innermost voice. From tech to spiritual leadership and executive coaching, Tran has charted her own path by learning how to tune into her intuition and be true to her Inner Genius. Informed by ancient sources of wisdom like Zen, Reiki, astrology, and Stoicism, The Karma of Success invites you to validate the unique goals and ambitions you set for yourself and ultimately, are destined to achieve.You'll learn the Four Pillars of Spiritual Strategy - inquiring inward, manifesting mindfully, enriching your energy, and becoming brilliant - and be guided by the stories of people who have looked inward to find meaning and success. So whether you're trying to start your own business, heal your inner child, or just figure out how to get through the next Mercury in retrograde, The Karma of Success will help you find your way.

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Book SynopsisUnlock the power of inner healing and transformation with this beautiful 50-card oracle deck.We are made up of many aspects – in body, mind and spirit. When we find balance in one of these parts of ourselves, we can begin to heal the rest of our system. Author of The Law of Positivism Shereen Oberg has drawn upon her ancestral wisdom to produce a beautiful, energetically inspiring oracle deck. The cards in this deck are themed around five layers – physical, mental, emotional, energetic and spiritual – with 10 cards for each theme to support your healing journey. Featuring the unique artwork of Lori Menna, this oracle will help you to become more aware of these five different aspects and turn your attention to where healing and observation are needed. It is through this awareness that the seed of healing is planted, and new processes can begin on different levels. As you journey through each layer, you will discover how to heal the past, present and the future, your soul and DNA lineage, and raise your higher vibration. You can use the cards to release fears and negative emotions in order to reach a state of inner gratitude, peace and abundance. Discover how to attract positivity in your life and return to wholeness.

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Book SynopsisCommunication and confidence tools for shy people!Is your shyness holding you back from going after what you want? Are you tired of feeling like you aren't good enough? Do your self-limiting beliefs sabotage you from speaking up and owning your story?In Shy by Design, career coach and leadership and communications lecturer, Michael Thompson, shares his inspiring journey of moving from being riddled with self-doubt due to his shyness and debilitating stutter to becoming a sought-after career coach, university lecturer, and strategic communication advisor for leading business executives, entrepreneurs, and creators (despite still being shy, and at times, still stuttering). Packed with actionable strategies and heartfelt stories, this transformative book will revolutionize your relationships, help you embrace the blessing of being underestimated, and amplify your impact. Thompson's 12 principles will help shy people: Build confidence and strengthen communication skills through the power of being persistently curious. Create meaningful connections and foster a close-knit community that supports personal growth. Lead with quiet conviction and while cultivating a mindset that uplifts others on the climb toward success. The author's inspiring journey navigating the often loud world of sales and communication while staying true to his shy nature will ignite the courage of shy individuals to embrace their unique strengths. For recent graduates, seasoned executives, or anyone seeking personal growth, this empowering book will provide readers with the motivation and action steps to embrace shyness as the superpower that it is.

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Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLERAN INDIE BESTSELLERThe Other Significant Othersfundamentally, it''s become my new Bible. Trevor NoahAn arresting work of compassion and insight. ?Lori GottliebI loved and recommend [The Other Significant Others] to everybody. Ezra Klein I feel like I''ve been waiting for this book for my entire adult life. ?Anne Helen PetersenWhy do we assume romantic relationships are more important than friendships? What do we lose when we expect a spouse to meet all our needs? And what can we learn about commitment, love, and family from people who put deep friendship at the center of their lives?In The Other Significant Others, NPR''s Rhaina Cohen invites us into the lives of people who have defied convention by choosing a friend as a life partnerthese are friends who are home co-owners, co-parents or each other's caregivers. Their riveting stories unsettle widespread assumptions about relationships, i

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Book SynopsisA major revision of the classic divorce prevention book, with up-to-date research and inclusive content Fighting for Your Marriage is based on the widely acclaimed PREP approach (Prevention and Relationship Education Program). Research has found that couples who use these strategies can handle conflict more constructively, protect their happiness, and reduce the odds of breaking up. Based on more than 40 years of evidence, this book shows couples how to talk more and fight less, protect their friendship, and keep the fun alive. You''ll learn what it takes to have a more intimate, sensual relationship and how to clarify and act on priorities. The 4th Edition has been substantially updated with advice for couples from a wide range of backgrounds and types who are interested in lasting love. The authors have included a wealth of techniques and down-to-earth guidance for all couples who seek to promote greater connection and pleasure in their long-term relationships.

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Book SynopsisMeeting up with our friends is one of life’s great pleasures. We look forward to a chance to connect, share news and reaffirm our affection and sense of fun. But having a great time together, even with people we know well, is not necessarily as simple as it sounds. We don’t always manage to hit the right sort of topics of conversation and get to say the truly important things. This is a pack of cards with questions on them that guarantee that our encounters will be properly joyful and interesting. The questions take us through how conversation should ideally flow, from the more everyday topics to what is sincere, deep and tender. The cards take us on a perfect journey across a meal or a drink, from catching up to reconfirming why we matter to one another.

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times friendship correspondent, a definitive step-by-step guide to understanding the fundamental mechanics of friendshipModern friendships can be painfully ambiguous. But they don't have to be. Journalist Anna Goldfarb has your back. It's understandable if your friendships are floundering. You're up against historically new forces that we, as a culture, have no precedent for navigating, she says. With Modern Friendship, Anna shares a manual for understanding what is pushing our friendships to the brink and provides actionable advice for forming authentic, enduring connections today.It's never been easier to shed friendships, which is precisely why we need a new approach to keeping them strong. Anna argues that we need to update our approach to friendships in a way that accounts for the hyper-fluid society we live in. The key to forming a lasting bond is what Anna calls Wholehearted Friendshipproven strategies to enhance enthusia

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Book SynopsisChock-full of wisdom and inspiration, this deck, based on Dr. Hawkins''s groundbreaking and remarkable book of the same name, offers ways to dissolve negativity and move toward love in an engaging, accessible format.When Dr. Hawkins wrote his groundbreaking and remarkable book Power vs. Force, he didn't realize what a huge response it would receiveone that continues to this day. People from all over the world are so excited when they learn that instead of using force for answers, which is exhausting and debilitating, they can use power, the innate energy within all of us that brings about lasting positive changes and uplifts the world. This inspirational card deck highlights the main ideas from the chapters in Power vs. Force that a person can encompass every day, to light their day, and to contemplate for better understanding. Messages include: It is not life''s events, but one''s reaction to them, that activates the s

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Book Synopsis"Some people are worth melting for" - Olaf, Frozen"They can't order me to stop dreaming" - CinderellaBring to life iconic quotes and sayings from some favourite Disney movies in this official Disney colouring book!Colour your way through a collection of wise words from some of Disney's most inspirational characters, including Ariel, Jasmine, Elsa, Woody, Mufasa, Mirabel and more. Each quote is typographically designed, incorporating elements from the film it is drawn from, alongside beautiful character art. With intricate designs and stylised art, this book will keep you entertained for hours.Also available: Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Colouring Book, Disney The Fashion Collection Colouring Book, Disney Hocus Pocus Colouring Book, Disney The Christmas Collection Colouring Book, Disney The Vintage Poster Collection Colouring Book, Disney 100 Years of Wonder Colouring Book and Disney Mickey and Friends Colouring Book.

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Book SynopsisBecome a thrifting queen and discover the exciting world of secondhand shopping with this comprehensive guide from TikTok style star Macy Eleni. Macy Eleni is a thrifting expert. Bargain hunting since she was a teen who was short on cash and long on a desire to express herself, she knows that staying on trend without breaking the bank—or increasing your carbon footprint—is not only easy, but also thrilling. Second Chances is a unique guide to a one-of-a-kind, circular wardrobe. Eleni’s superpower is sniffing out great finds and here she walks you through the art of in-person discovery at thrift stores and vintage shops, estate sales and flea markets, yard sales and antique stores—and online resale platforms. This book will teach you how to organize your existing wardrobe, evaluate pieces you find, and manifest your dream closet. After more than a decade as a thrifting expert, Macy has compiled every tip and trick in the seco

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Book SynopsisThis collection of 101 true, awe-inspiring stories will renew your faith, reignite your sense of wonder, and remind you that, indeed, there is more to this world than meets the eye.Each of the 101 true stories in this entertaining, inspiring book is a testament to the miraculous moments that grace our lives, inviting us to believe in the extraordinary and find solace in the unbelievable. As you immerse yourself in these captivating narratives, you''ll witness the transformative power of divine intervention, the comforting presence of angels, and the subtle yet powerful messages that connect us to the realm beyond. Whether you''ve personally experienced the inexplicable or are simply drawn to the mysteries that lie beyond our understanding, this book is a must read. Prepare to be uplifted, inspired, and reassured that, even in the midst of life''s challenges, there are miracles, angels, and messages from heaven guiding our

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Book SynopsisTake control of your career and rediscover joy in your work with this programme from a leading happiness expert. In The Work Happiness Method, positive psychologist and career coach Stella Grizont uses simple, evidence-based tools from positive psychology, neuroscience, and leadership research to create a programme that is doable, fresh and interesting - whether you''re a seasoned executive or recent university graduate.If you are feeling dissatisfied, bored, miserable or just unenthusiastic about your work, it is not all your fault. But it is your responsibility to do something about it, to take control of your own engagement, happiness and wellbeing at work. Through her proven step-by-step system The Work Happiness Method (offered to over 1400 people in 31 countries), Stella Grizont guides employees on how to take control of their careers and themselves through 8 key inner skills: - Resilience: how to manage your mind and

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Book SynopsisAn ethnobotanical look at ancient heart beliefs, heart-strengthening herbs, and folk remedies for cardiovascular diseases. Among our ancestors as well as indigenous people still maintaining traditional diets there is little record of heart diseases in the modern sense. In the traditional worldview, the heart was considered the home of the soul and the source of love and vitality. As such, heart sickness was not seen as a result of poor nutrition, too much stress, or lack of exercise, but reflected an imbalance of the heart’s emotional and spiritual energies. Plants and folk remedies used as traditional heart medicine worked on the mental and spiritual level to help make the heart happy again. In this book, renowned ethnobotanist Wolf D. Storl, Ph.D., examines traditional understandings of the heart from early European cultures and indigenous peoples of the Americas, Asia, and Africa as well as a wealth of plants used in both ancient and contemporary

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