Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisSod Sitting, Get Moving! is the must-have guide to keeping fit and healthy in your sixties, seventies and beyond.Specifically designed for older adults the exercises, stretches and strengthening movements will help keep you fit, strong and supple for the years ahead. You will feel better, look better and younger and reduce your risk of disability and dementia.As we get older too many of us spend our time sitting and not exercising. This is a call to arms a bonfire of the slippers! Walk more, get moving, get exercising, get fitter, and feel better! This handy book shows you how. With easy exercise ideas created by Green Goddess and health and fitness expert Diana Moran, with text from Sir Muir Gray, author of the bestselling Sod Seventy!, this is the perfect present for yourself, or for anybody turning sixty, seventy or eighty!Trade ReviewNow I've got this book's splendid exercise routine to follow without ever going near a gym ... can't wait to start! -- Chris Tarrant, presenterSod Sitting, Get Moving! is an excellent reminder that exercise is important to us all – whatever our age! -- Anne DiamondIt’s excellent -- Vassos Alexander * BBC R2, Chris Evans Breakfast Show *No gyms, no diet, no fuss: The any time, anywhere, age-busting exercise plan from TV’s Green Goddess Diana Moran… and pioneering NHS healthy living expert Sir Muir Gray * Mail on Sunday *Should be bought by anyone over sixty -- June WhitfieldSod Sitting, Get Moving! should be our watchword as we get older. Remember the body is like a machine – full of moving parts. If you don't keep them well-oiled and moving they will seize up. Be warned! -- Angela Rippon, OBE, broadcasternavigate the perils and celebrate the pleasures of ageing! * Telegraph *As I reach the ripe old age of 68, I am only too aware of exercising one's body and mind. I love walking, Pilates and reading. Sod Sitting, Get Moving! is the book to make sure that you can make activity fun – and you'll live longer. -- Christopher Biggins, national treasure and King of the JungleAs we get older it's important to keep exercise going if we want to have a healthy life. A half hour walk every day can do us a lot of good. So that it doesn't become a chore it's worth doing something you really enjoy. For me it's swimming, and at the same time you can do lots of exercises which are much more gentle when you try them under the water. Get yourself a dog and get him/her to take you for a good stroll every day. Remember the old saying – use it or lose it – and Sod Sitting, Get Moving! -- David Hamilton, broadcasterI have always been a great believer in a healthy lifestyle and have been exercising since I was a young child growing up in Sri Lanka. Now in my sixties, I swim every day and train with weights at least three times a week. Exercise is so important to us all and Sod Sitting, Get Moving! should be the bible for anyone over fifty. Get moving – it really is fun! -- David Wilkie, MBE, Olympic and Commonwealth Games championSod Sitting, Get Moving! is a book for everyone – but particularly for those in later years. As a working GP I see an increasing number of patients in their seventies and beyond. I recommend exercise as the first step to getting better. If we all took the advice in this excellent book we wouldn't need to prescribe quite so many pills. * Dr Dawn Harper, GP, TV presenter and author *Sod Sitting, Get Moving! is a masterclass in motivation. I exercise and train a minimum of four times a week. It gives me a sense of wellbeing and makes me aware of my working body. It really has kept me youthful and I intend to carry on. I urge everyone to Sod Sitting, Get Moving! as Diana's book enthuses. -- Jacques Azagury, designerExercise is normally such a bore, but dancing is wonderful exercise and such fun. Exercise is even better when you move to music, as Diana recommends in this wonderful book. Buy it now and put a spring in your step. -- Lionel Blair, entertainerI've known Diana Moran for years – and in her seventies she still looks in her fifties. If her secret is in this book I thoroughly recommend it. I'm fast realising that the older we get the more we need to stay active! -- Matthew Wright, broadcasterI know seventy is now much of an age nowadays. But when it actually happens to you (me), it's still a bit of a facer. So I agree that Diana's message should be a maxim for us all! And here are my simple exercises for the face: 1. Look up, not down. 2. Look forward, not back. 3. Raise the sides of the mouth. Hold for thirty years. I don't know whether they work, but I'm keeping on with them just in case. -- Sir Richard Stilgoe, singer and songwriterThis book is a bible for anyone over sixty. As it recommends, I walk fast every single day for a minimum of half an hour and it has become such a part of my life that I barely notice it. I tend to shop locally so will always walk there and back; if I need to get a bus somewhere I'll walk a couple of stops further than I need to. I feel fitter than I've ever done, my weight has stayed the same for years and I sleep well. It costs nothing and you don't need special equipment. So Sod Sitting, Get Moving! – it's worked for me. -- Trudie Goodwin, The Bill and Emmerdale actressAt 58 I know the need to keep active – whoever you are. I'm lucky to have maintained my fitness, I don't push the competitive boundaries these days, I just find joy in being active and being able to be active! As Diana recommends in her excellent book, activity can often just be simply walking and having the time and opportunity to commune with nature. Sod sitting – get active! -- Kriss Akabusi, MBE and gold medallistSod Sitting, Get Moving! shows you how to move more and feel better * Weight Watchers Magazine *Grab a copy * The Scotsman *for those of us who are later on in life; those who haven’t exercised in a while; and those who can’t do the type of exercise they used to * PositiveHealth *It's time to get off the sofa. Sod Sitting, Get Moving! exposes how millions of the elderly could be helped through gentle exercise * Darling Magazine *The answer to an ageing population’s prayers and who else to deliver it but our very own Green Goddess? * Mail on Sunday *Table of ContentsForeword by Age UK Sixty plus? Time to get moving by Muir Gray Introduction by Diana Moran 1 Getting older: your choices 2 'Sod sitting, get moving!' exercise plan Part 1: Get moving, wake up and stretch Part 2: Upper body, shoulders and back Part 3: Arms, chest and wrists Part 4: Core strength, tums and bums Part 5: Thighs, legs and feet Part 6: Bones and osteoporosis Part 7: Strength, balance and the prevention of falls Part 8: Resistance band exercises Part 9: Chair exercises Part 10: Stretching 3 What now? Your essential 5-a-day exercise plan List of exercises About the authors Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisOver 100 delicious meal ideas from bestselling nutritionist Anita Bean, packed with healthy foods and nutrition advice to fuel your running.This is the ultimate sports nutrition guide and cookbook for runners, packed with easy, delicious recipes and practical eating advice on how to prepare for 5k, 10k, half-marathons, marathons, and ultra-races. Find out what to eat before, during, and after your running sessions to get the most out of your training, with additional guidance on hydration, supplements, and how to optimize recovery from injury.Enjoy more than 100 easy-to-prepare recipes--including breakfasts, salads, main meals, vegetarian main meals, desserts, and snacks--all nutritionally balanced to help you go the extra mile and achieve your running goals.Recipes include:- Scrambled eggs with sweet potato hash browns and spinach- Thai chicken curry with noodles- Cinnamon cranberry granola bars- Fish tacos with avocado and mango salsaTrade ReviewThis book delivers brilliant, easy-to-digest advice. Anita’s tips and recipes are spot on – whether you’re running one mile or 26.2! * London Marathon Events *Anita's latest running book is set to motivate and help runners of all levels improve their nutritional knowledge as well as their cooking skills… Anita guides you through optimal recovery, hydration, nutritional health through injury, as well as information on supplements and more. * Outdoor Fitness *Bean is a first-class nutritionist and the recipes are peppered with nutritional and hydration tips, supplements and the kind of foods you need to eat to enhance recovery or speed up return following injury * Athletics Weekly *An essential purchase…nutritionally bulletproof advice. Easy, delicious and not just for runners. * Coach magazine *excellent -- Nick Harris-Fry * Coach magazine *Book of the month * Women's Own Lifestyle *Part nutrition guide, part cookbook, the recipes are simple, come with extensive nutritional information, and are tailored to a typical runner’s lifestyle, meaning they’re genuinely quick to whip up and will keep you going and going. * The Glasgow Herald *The recipes are simple, come with extensive nutritional information, and are tailored to a typical runner's lifestyle. * Scotland on Sunday *Anita's book will show you how to get the energy and nutrients you need to train harder, increase your stamina and strength, perform better and recover more efficiently. -- Christina Macdonald * Women's Running *covers everything from before, during and after training- with in-depth looks at how different foods will benefit you in different ways, giving you the tools to design your own diet. * Outdoor Fitness *Table of ContentsForeword Introduction Part one: How to eat like a runner Calculate your Calorie Needs Carbohydrate Protein Fat Eat a Rainbow of Colours Hydration Running and Weight Loss Recovery from Injury Sports Nutrition Products and Supplements Part two: Fuelling your run Before a Run During a Run After a Run Fuelling for Different Distances Fuelling for a 5K Fuelling for a 10K Fuelling for a half-marathon Fuelling for a marathon Fuelling for an ultra race Part 3: Recipes Breakfasts Salads Soups Main Meals Vegetarian Main Meals Desserts Snacks Smoothies and Recovery Drinks Recipe Index References Index

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Lamb doner. Chicken tikka masala. Turkey burger. Doughnuts. If you think this doesn''t sound like diet food, then think again. Tom Kerridge shows how you can enjoy all your FAVOURITE FOODS and still LOSE WEIGHT with his LOWER-CALORIE DIET WITH A DIFFERENCE.Tom proves that low-cal dishes can be delicious' BBC Good FoodThe recipes look enticing whether you're on a diet or not' MetroYou can have your cake, it seems, you can even eat it, you just have to cook it Tom's way' Daily Express_______It''s impossible to stick to a diet if the food you''re expected to eat is boring and doesn''t fill you up. So I''ve developed lots of tasty and satisfying recipes that people will love to cook and eat, but that will also help them lose weight. I truly believe that this attitude works. I''ve been there myself and now I want to help others get there too.' Michelin-starred chef Tom KTrade Review‘Tom proves that low-cal dishes can be delicious’ * BBC Good Food *‘The recipes look enticing whether you’re on a diet or not’ * Metro *‘You can have your cake, it seems, you can even eat it, you just have to cook it Tom’s way’ * Daily Express *‘Tom’s recipes are refreshingly un-cheffy yet stylish and, even though they’re low-cal, they pack in plenty of flavour too’ * Delicious *‘For people who want to lose weight without sacrificing flavour and good taste … Tom Kerridge is like a human sunbeam’ * GQ *

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Book SynopsisPilates for Pregnancy covers the fundamentals of Pilates and includes a progressive Pilates program tailored for each trimester--focusing on pelvic floor and abdominal strength, posture and health & fitness. Anya Hayes'' insightful exercise guide will help you conquer the physical and mental stresses of pregnancy and improve your pregnancy health, mood, and energy.This is a straight talking, woman-to-woman pregnancy fitness guide that shows you: how to optimize the position of your baby for a better birth experience; how to avoid succumbing to the pregnancy waddle and protect your back as your bump grows; how to deal with second pregnancy posture while running after/constantly lifting a toddler; how to minimize the trials of pregnancy on your abdominals, pelvic floor and mind; how to get into the right mindset for a positive labor, and release tension postnatally; exactly what cardio exercise is safe andTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Pilates Fundamentals 2 The First Trimester (0-13 weeks) 3 The Second Trimester (13-26 weeks) 4 The Third Trimester (27-40+ weeks) 5 The Birth 6 Th Fourth Trimester - Your Postnatal Recovery Acknowledgements Resources Index

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Book SynopsisThe Mother of All Jobs is about the battle to make modern working parenting actually work. If not for our own sanity, then perhaps for our children''s.Have you ever looked at the lengthy school holiday dates and silently screamed in desperation? Have you gone part time yet are still doing a full-time workload? Have you ever been too afraid to ask about maternity benefits or flexible working? Do you constantly feel guilty about missing school events and secretly envious of other mums at the school gates who seem to be doing it all better than you?If any (or all) of the above rings true for you, you are NOT alone.While the demands of work are increasing with longer working hours and more pressure to remain ''switched on'' to our phones and computers, the needs of our children and the world of school and childcare have stayed the same. Something has got to change before we all reach breaking point.The Mother of All Jobs brings together the wisdom of women who opened uTrade ReviewChristine Armstrong's book on the big little lies successful women tell which make everything harder for the working mothers coming up in their wake is a long-overdue breath of fresh air and call to action. It became a social media sensation when we published it in the Sunday Times Magazine and is essential reading for any woman trying to balance work with family life -- Eleanor Mills * Sunday Times *Reassuringly honest, wise and compassionate - a book for any working parents who feel alone in their struggles. -- Natasha Lunn * Red *Christine Armstrong can help you get through with your sanity intact * Daily Telegraph *A must-read for those juggling a career with the school run * Good Housekeeping *This empowering read is a manifesto to get you through * Mother & Baby *Speaks truth...[a] hard-headed but warm-hearted guide to how not to screw up the transition from work to the reality of life with small children * Mslexia *Everything you ever wanted to know about working motherhood — and a whole load of stuff you really didn’t want to know (but ought to). -- Viv GroskopInsightful...ideal for those mums-to-be who are taking a leap from their established careers into the world of blood tests and check-ups, labour wards and nappies, for the first time * Gurgle *A guided missile of a book, unflinching, practical and very funny. If you're a mother with a career (or ever want to be) and are beginning to get the feeling you've been conned, welcome to your manifesto. -- Justine Roberts * Mumsnet CEO *Brings together wisdom from all walks of life...this book shows parents how to cope * B Baby magazine *Being a working mum is an assault course of responsibility juggling - yet we still feel we have to sugar-coat the truth...Christine Armstrong lays it bare * Grazia *A funny, realistic take on combining a job with small children...This book is all about sharing the tips and tricks to allow mothers to thrive * Happiful *This book is absolutely f***ing incredible -- Hannah GaleSays it all -- Erika DaviesA great mix of common sense and ‘best friend’s guide’ to work and motherhood. The truth is that the workforce has changed…and the workplace is trying to catch up. Sometimes individuals think that there is something wrong with them….this book helps put paid to that and is a good one to have by the bed alongside the parenting manuals! -- Karen Mattison MBE * Joint CEO, Timewise *Bloody good, I recommend it to all my clients. -- Karen Doherty, Couples and sex therapistA wonderfully reassuring, inspiring and practical guide to the reality of making it work * The Pool *Incredibly refreshing – and reassuring * Grazia *Tells it as it really is * Evening Standard *I was having a "wobbly" day at work post-mat leave when a colleague gave me this book, which had just "saved" her, as she put it. It consists of reassuring and relatable stories from mothers, about trying to have it all – and on the whole, failing ever so slightly. It's exactly what I needed to hear, and gave me strength for all the wobbly days to come * Healthy Magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction: The parent crunch – why I’ve written this book 1 My story 2 I love my job but is it time I settled down and thought about kids? 3 Wow, I feel like I’ve totally lost control and don’t know who I am any more 4 Right, I need to get back to work 5 I’ve always been able to cope with everything, so why do my kids make me so crazy? 6 How come I feel lonely even though I’m surrounded by people all the time? 7 Help, I think I’ve done a crap job of raising my child 8 Alpha/beta, the pros and cons of dads as lead parents 9 The alpha/alpha couples 10 Solo 11 Why does dealing with school turn me into a child? 12 Help, my teenager is causing problems 13 What do the dads think? 14 The questions people ask me 15 Conclusions References Thank you Index

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Book SynopsisAn exploration of the transformative power of running--and it can be the key to unlocking resilience we never knew we had. With a foreword by Dean Karnazes.Outrunning the Demons is an in-depth exploration of just why running can so often seem the answer to everything when you find yourself in extremis. Phil Hewitt has been there himself. He was viciously mugged in 2016 and left for dead. Suffering the acute symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and unable to make any sense of what had happened to him, Phil found that dedicating himself to running--and its possible healing powers--was the only route ahead.Running can take us to fantastic places. Just as importantly, it can also bring us back from terrible ones. For people in times of crisis, trauma and physical or mental illness, running is often the means by which they reconstruct fractured, fragmented identity--or indeed the means to a new identity. When normality collapses, running can put it bacTrade Review... an inspiring collection of stories about runners who have run through unimaginable adversity to find perspective, resolution and ultimately peace, within themselves and with the universe. -- Dean Karnazes, ultramarathoner and New York Times bestselling authorUplifting and important... This is a book about courage, about kindness, about grief and fortitude, about healing after trauma, about running as a way of finding oneself, about witnessing the best in humankind having experienced the worst -- Kate Mosse, author of 'The Burning Chambers' and 'Labyrinth'[a] remarkable collection of intensely personal stories connects the reader to the restorative power of running. With the assured touch of an experienced journalist and editor… his absorbing accounts allow voices from around the world to remind us that despite the suffering humanity inflicts and endures, through the exhilarating discipline of running the indomitability of the human spirit can prevail. -- Hugh BonnevilleExhilarating, compelling and beautifully written; this extraordinary book, both humbling and uplifting, is a hymn to the triumph of the human spirit and the human heart. -- Peter James, international bestselling writerI defy anyone not to be inspired, moved and excited by the stories of these brave runners, beautifully narrated by Phil Hewitt, who understands their challenges because he is still outrunning his own demons. This book may be a life-changer - or a life-saver. -- Peter Lovesey, crime writer and historianA really good book ... with fascinating stories * BBC Radio Four, Today Programme *Extremely readable… a sane, unsentimental commentary on why they keep on running * The i *An enriching and celebratory exploration of the transformative power of running – and how it can be the key to unlocking resilience we never knew we had … deeply affecting … compelling. * Fit Pro *Table of ContentsForeword by Dean Karnazes The Start Line: ‘And then I did what I have always done. I ran.’ Charlie Engle: ‘When I run, I become the absolute epitome of who I am.’ Theresa Giammona: ‘I know he was with me every step of the way.’ Isabel Hardman: ‘I learn so much about how to cope with life when I go on a long run.’ Jessica Rigo: ‘When I need that extra push to finish strong, I think of my fallen running partner . . . my chosen sister.’ Eleanor Keohane: ‘I was an absolute mess. . . But I did it. I ran. Three times, sobbing my heart out.’ The Schneider Twins: ‘I truly believe that running has saved my family.’ Sandra Laflamme: ‘They said there was blood everywhere.’ Dan Keeley: ‘You’d be hard-pressed to find a happier, more grateful person than I am right now.’ Caroline Elliott: ‘Knowing that I ’ m always recovering, one small step at a time.’ Sujan Sharma: ‘I am so glad now that I had that hallucination.’ Linda Quirk: ‘A disease so insidious that it captures the best in everyone.’ James Buzzell: ‘Once you have seen dead people, you realise that death is real and that it is going to happen.’ Anji Andrews: ‘I remember seeing a solitary robin . . . and thinking it was a sign my dad was watching.’ Emma Malcolm: ‘[Running] clears my mind and enables me to think about all the tough stuff.’ Lisa Hallett: ‘I ran two of the ugliest miles ever, and it was the first time I accepted that John was not coming home.’ Serena Wooldridge: ‘Through running there was light and hope at the end of the tunnel.’ Bryn Phillips: ‘I remember thinking we are not going to survive.’ Hanny Allston: ‘I have found a way to run for the absolute joy in the freedom it brings me.’ Kate Jayden: ‘How could I let anyone steal running from me?’ Don Wright: ‘I am exceedingly lucky to be here.’ Daniele Seiss: ‘Running long distances . . . creates a sense of oneness that I can’t explain.’ Carolyn Knights: ‘[He spent] his whole life wrapped in the loving arms of his mum and dad.’ Alastair Campbell: ‘I see [running] as my best meeting of the day.’ Liz Dunning: ‘I have got children. I am not going to concede their future to a world of guns.’ Danny Slay: ‘It gave me an outlet to think, focus and unwind.’ Ana Febres-Cordero: ‘I am amazing, I am strong, I am beautiful, I am kind.' Lisa Taylor: ‘Not only am I still here, I now have a lovely baby with my lovely husband.’ Jason Nelson: ‘I put the barrel of my pistol in my mouth with my finger firmly on the trigger.’ Amanda Trafford: ‘I wish I could scoop them all up and inspire them to run!’ Cherissa Jackson: ‘Purging me from my grief and my sadness, my anger and my pain.’ Lynn Julian Crisci: ‘In my mind, you win when you reach the start line, not the finish line.’ Paul Shepherd: ‘My son would have become another fatherless child.’ Bryn Hughes: ‘I was thinking if I allow myself to die, then evil will win.’ Stephanie Foley: ‘Then we did as Sarah did – we ran with all our Hart!’ The Finish Line: ‘A group of people I have come to admire hugely.’ Postscript: ‘ Better Things ’ Appendix: The Science Behind the Transformative Power of Running Acknowledgements References About the Author

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Book SynopsisThe essential guide to making sure you have a fabulous later life.You're likely to live longer than you think. Today's fifty-year olds could have an astounding 36 or more years of life. What's your dream life for your later years? When We're 64 is a friendly, practical guide to preparing for what could be the best years of your life - from the essentials on work and how to fund retirement, to volunteering, where to live and what kind of housing you'll need. It covers how to stay healthy and still live a full life if you get a health condition and reveals how your attitude to ageing could actually increase your lifespan. There are sections on relationships with family and friends, as well as caring for older relatives and how to tackle loneliness. Packed with expert advice and new evidence and tips on how to age well, this route map will help you plan and prepare for the future.Trade ReviewAn easy to read excellent guide, full of practical advice to help prepare us for a happy and healthy older age. -- Diana Moran * Green Goddess *A very important book for the next phase in people’s lives -- Professor Sir Muir GrayThis uplifting playbook is essential preparation for later life. Grounded in the latest research, it guides us through all the practical steps needed to face the future positively – and that’s the key to health and happiness in our sixties and beyond. -- Celia Dodd * author of Not Fade Away *A new stage of life is emerging as longer lives give us extra years between middle age and old age. When We’re 64 provides a guide to navigating the new opportunities that lie ahead. -- Andrew Scott * co-author of The 100-Year Life *An indispensable book by a leading anti-ageing expert * Mail on Sunday *An easy-to-read guide to a great later life, including advice to follow (from your 50s) to keep healthy and happy. * Woman's Weekly *This cheery book is a practical guide to making later life look and feel fab. It covers a range of topics from pensions and volunteering, to housing and loneliness. If you're nervous about the coming years – for you or a loved one – prepare to feel fully reassured. * Top Sante *A brilliant, friendly, practical guide to a better later life. -- Aggie MacKenzie * My Weekly *The ultimate practical guide to later life… filled with expert advice and new evidence and tips on how to age well, an eminently readable, light-hearted look at how to plan and prepare for what could be the best years of your life * Celebrity Angels *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 The ‘new’ issue of old age 2 How are you ageing? 3 Are you an old age ageist? 4 Funding it 5 Nice work if you can get it 6 Fit as a fiddle or good enough health? 7 Where you’ll live 8 What your home should look like 9 Friends, family and other folk 10 Make change now Top Resources Acknowledgements Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisPeri-peri chicken, cottage pie, fudgy chocolate brownies this is diet food with a difference. Top chef Tom Kerridge shows you how to shed the pounds and kick-start a more active lifestyle with maximum-taste, lower-calorie recipes.Expect MASSIVE FLAVOURS and NUTRITIONAL POWER-PUNCHES!''High-flavour healthy recipes'' Sunday Times''Dieting doesn''t have to mean deprivation'' Delicious''Everyone will love Tom Kerridge''s hearty good-for-you meals'' BBC Good Food Magazine_______''When I first set out to lose weight, I concentrated mainly on what I was eating, but now I know that it''s to do with fitness as well: the two working together is the winning formula for getting maximum results and maintaining those results long term. And the number one rule when it comes to eating well on a diet is to keep food interesting!''Having lost more than 12 sTrade ReviewEating well doesn’t have to be a chore * BBC Good Food Magazine *Tom has used clever, cheffy tricks to keep the overall calorie count low while also cramming as much flavour as possible into meals that are easy for home cooks * delicious. *Tom Kerridge keeps the overindulging to one day only * Yorkshire Post *In Tom’s foodscape, diet fare doesn’t have to be happiness-free * Western Morning News *Everyone will love BBC chef Tom Kerridge’s hearty good-for-you meals * BBC Good Food Magazine *Dieting doesn’t have to mean deprivation * delicious. *High-flavour healthy recipes * Sunday Times (Culture) *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect run--when you are in a full flow and feeling totally unstoppable--can be elusive, but this practical expert guide, by celebrated Runner''s World writer Mackenzie Havey, will ensure you find it time and time again and boost your running performance in the process. At some point in every runner''s career they experience the perfect run. If you''re one of the lucky few, it happens on a regular basis. Everything seems to just click. Your worries about the day and physical aches and pains melt away. Your body and mind are in complete sync and the run feels effortless. Research shows that not only do runners enjoy running more when they enter that higher-level state known as flow, they also perform better. Even still, the path to achieving the perfect run remains mysterious. It often materializes in the unlikeliest of circumstances--in adverse weather or on a day when everything else seems to be going wrong. Conversely, when we try hard to create Trade ReviewMackenzie does a beautiful job of diving deep into what makes the perfect run and how we can experience it on a more frequent basis. If you are looking for consistency in your running, I strongly recommend The Perfect Run. -- Ryan Hall, Bestselling author and US OlympianGo ahead and chase perfection in your running, but understand that perfect is an experience, not an outcome. This is the message I took away from The Perfect Run, and I hope I never forget it. -- Matt Fitzgerald, author of Life Is a MarathonReading The Perfect Run is sure to increase your appreciation and enjoyment on the run, and that's a big payback. -- Amby Burfoot * Runner's World Magazine *A must read for all runners * Trail Running *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Discovering Perfection 2 Running As A Training Ground For Perfection 3 Presence 4 Purpose 5 Planning 6 Process 7 Participation 8 Putting The Principles Of Perfect Running Into Motion 9 Finding Perfection In Imperfection Epilogue Acknowledgments About The Author Resources Index

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Book SynopsisEver feel like you're so busy and stressed that you forget to breathe? Right now life has never seemed more overwhelming. The COVID pandemic, working from home and lockdowns have turned our working lives upside down, further blurring the line between work and home. We are taking less annual leave, working longer hours than ever and worried about redundancies. There are so many physical and emotional demands on us at the moment it makes it hard not to feel like we are all edging closer and closer to burnout. Dr Bill Mitchell is here to help - a psychologist with decades of experience specialising in helping the overwhelmed, overstressed and overscheduled rebalance their personal and professional lives. In Time to Breathe, Dr Bill brings you invaluable tried and tested, practical solutions from his clinical practice that will help you prioritise what is most important and ensure you stay in a happy, energised space no matter what is going on around you. Find out how toTrade ReviewCalm the chaos ... a practical guide to balancing a high-responsibility lifestyle. * Psychologies magazine *Offers tools on how to navigate working life in a smoother and less stressful fashion. * The Scotsman *Table of ContentsIntroduction Drifting off-track Running on empty When relationships disconnect Taking control of your life Glimpses of reality Our mental foundations: three powerful mindsets Mindset at work The microculture you create Navigating life Planting the seeds Seventy million prescriptions References Acknowledgments Index

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Book SynopsisThe Organised Writer is a practical, no-nonsense system that allows you to write without worrying about administration, business affairs, or scheduling. This straight-talking guide will help you become more productive, cope with multiple projects, and make time within your life to write while also dealing with non-writing tasks more efficiently. It includes advice on how to: Manage your schedule Prioritise your writing time Take notes effectively Work with a clean mind' Get more written every day Deal effectively with non-writing tasks Set up a foolproof filing system Organise your working spaceRead the book, then spend a weekend setting-up the system described, and you'll make the time back with interest. You'll get more written every day and complete more of your other tasks without being overwhelmed by all the things you have to do, forgot to do, or don't want to do.Trade ReviewI’m a messy-brained writer. The Organised Writer helped me tidy up, and improved my working life on a daily basis. * Kieron Gillen *Johnston has uncovered a secret I wish I’d learned twenty years ago; writing benefits way less from inspiration than from sound process. * Merlin Mann *I’ve been a working writer for thirty years. Johnston convinced me I’ve been doing it wrong. * John Birmingham *Johnston packs his book with practical insights and clever methods — the chapters on calendar management and time-blocking alone were like a bolt of lightning to my daily routine. The Organised Writer is the manual you've been looking for. * Helene Wecker *Table of ContentsIntroduction: Becoming an Organised Writer Part One: Get Organised Chapter One: FASTEN Your Seatbelt Chapter Two: Clocking In (and Out) Chapter Three: Taking Notes and Making Lists Part Two: Write! Chapter Four: Five Pages After Breakfast Chapter Five: From Scribbles to Script Part Three: Non-Writing Stuff Chapter Six: Money Matters Chapter Seven: It’s a Set-Up Chapter Eight: The Future Acknowledgements Appendices I: Summary Checklists II: Job Sheets III: Further Reading Index

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Book SynopsisIn his latest book, Michelin star chef, elite athlete and celebrated cycling nutritionist Alan Murchison reveals how you can enjoy delicious food and lose weight--without sacrificing your cycling performance.Drawing on the author''s Michelin-starred kitchen expertise, The Cycling Chef: Recipes for Getting Lean and Fuelling the Machine features more than 65 mouth-watering recipes--including breakfasts, salads, main meals, desserts and snacks, as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes--each designed with busy cyclists in mind. They are all rich in protein, can be cooked in under 30 minutes, and are made from ingredients available in a local supermarket. These delicious, easy-to-make and nutritionally balanced meals will help cyclists of all levels reach their cycling performance goals while providing a roadmap for sustainable long-term weight loss.If you''re looking for the best form of exercise to lose weight and keep it off--nothing beats cycling. However,Trade ReviewAlan’s knowledge as a world-class chef, as well as being a competitive athlete, gives him an extraordinary understanding in how to make healthy food taste great with a practical and unique approach to nutritional cooking. -- Fred SirieixAlan’s commitment to the world of gastronomy and cycling is awe-inspiring -- Sat Bains, two-star Michelin chefAlan’s food is simple, yet tasty and powerful. He’s been a key component for my training and racing. -- Alex Dowsett, World Tour riderAlan has completely changed my perception of what an athlete’s diet can look like. -- Elinor Barker, multiple world champion and Olympic gold medallist'Top meals from the Michelin-starred chef who is also a champion athlete... Catnip for the style-obsessed, Rapha-wearing aficionado' * The Times *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION How Much to Lose? OFF SEASON RECIPES Eat Less, Ride More PRE-SEASON RECIPES So Many Diets SOFT PEDALLING DAYS RECIPES Training for Weight Loss PRE-RACE RECIPES The Fine Line MEDIUM DAYS RECIPES The Long Game HARD DAYS RECIPES Nutritional Plan Meal Planner Acknowledgements & Author Biography

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Book SynopsisThe handbook that every runner will want to have on their shelf. Run Well answers the common health questions that every runner asks. Packed with practical, realistic and sound advice on topics from head to toe, for anyone who runs.Running-related health questions crop up all the time, often at inconvenient moments. It can be hard to access the advice you need because health care professionals are often unavailable at short notice and without an interest in running, may not have the expertise to give adequate answers. Information from the internet is often dubious, anecdotal, and not evidence-based. Dr. Juliet McGrattan has been answering health questions from runners since 2012 and has worked as a family doctor and a health journalist. A keen runner herself, this experience and passion combines to create a helpful, accessible handbook for runner regardless of gender, fitness level, or training program.Trade ReviewFind answers to all your running-related health questions * Runner's World *A fascinating tour of your own body for runners -- Joe Williams * founder of UKRunChat *Friendly facts, myth busting and plenty of stories to make you fall even deeper in love with the joy and madness of running -- Anna McNuff * adventurer and best-selling author *Answers all the questions I always wanted to ask ... so useful -- Vassos Alexander * author of Don't Stop me Now *The most informative guide to the connection between running and health that I have read... From brain endorphins to toe blisters, its jog around our complicated bodies is expert, entertaining, useful, and utterly free of fads or jargon -- Roger Robinson * Elite runner, author of When Running Made History *The antidote to Dr Google all runners have been looking for. Run Well carefully navigates us through every health question we might have, and many we didn’t realise we needed to know in the first place... Compelling, essential and fascinating -- Esther Newman * Editor, Women’s Running *Packed full of information, facts and real-life stories, Run Well is a health bible for runners. -- Nell McAndrew * model, running enthusiast and author of Nell McAndrew's Guide to Running *Every runner of every gender, age, or ability needs this book…not on their shelf, in their hands -- Kathrine Switzer * First woman to register for and run the Boston Marathon; winner New York City Marathon; Author, Marathon Woman; Co-Founder, 261 Fearless, Inc. non-profit *A must read for anyone who wants to understand what their bodies are up to while running... Packed with comprehensive yet easy-to-read answers to a range of running questions, all from a qualified medic who runs herself. -- Moire O'Sullivan * Mountain runner and author *Brilliantly put and easy to understand – my running brain is complete -- Paul Hobrough * physiotherapist and author of Running Free of Injuries and The Runner's Expert Guide to Stretching *A brilliant book. I wish I'd read this before my 5,000 mile run across Canada. From checking your testicles to whether it's safe to use ibuprofen when you run long distances, Run Well covers every problem a runner could have. A top-notch read. -- Jamie McDonald * Adventureman and best-selling author *Dr. Juliet McGrattan unites all her expertise in this new Britannica for running healthily -- Edith Zuschmann * CEO of 261 Fearless, the global women’s running network *From your head down to your toes, no stone goes unturned in this comprehensive guide to running and the human body -- Rhalou Allerhand * Digital Editor, Netdoctor *Answers the common health questions that every runner asks * Trail Running magazine *Sure to be your go-to running manual for many years * Women's Running *Table of ContentsPreface Introduction 1 The Head 2 The Cardiovascular System 3 The Respiratory System 4 The Gastrointestinal System 5 The Urinary System 6 The Reproductive System 7 The Musculoskeletal System 8 The Skin 9 Self-Care Acknowledgements References Index

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Book SynopsisWhat is a meaningful life? What does it mean to flourish? Antonia Case, the co-founder of New Philosopher and Womankind magazines, quits her corporate job in the city and, with her partner, travels across the world in search of meaning. In a quest to find answers, she turns off the soundtrack of the media, rids herself of technology, and with little more than books as carry-on luggage, she journeys from Buenos Aires to Paris, from Barcelona to Byron Bay, seeking guidance from ancient philosophers and modern-day psychologists on what is a good life, and what is a life worth living. Along the way she discovers why winning the lottery doesn''t make you happy, why making is better than having, and how love and belonging are vital to our sense of selves.Packed with insight into life''s big questions, Flourish will take you on a riveting journey in search of what matters most.Trade ReviewEvery now and then an epiphany comes along in the form of a book. Are we being who we secretly thought we could be? Is life being the adventure it promised? Flourish is a road trip, an odyssey and a quest in the company of thinkers, not by a guru but by someone who with gleeful bravery walked out of the office and went to find their freedom. The time is right for this kind of quest, the time is right for these philosophies - and I found it right for the sweet kick in the backside this book gave me. * DBC Pierre, Booker-Prize Winning author of Vernon God Little *Radiant and wise, Flourish is a book for our times, showing us all the way to live a rich and purposeful life. * Kate Forsyth, bestselling author of Bitter Greens and over 40 books, winner of the American Library Association (ALA) Award for Best Historical Fiction *What's so brilliant and fresh: the big, best ideas of world philosophy beautifully explained, yes; but via the close-up story of Antonia's adventurous and fascinating (and very real) life. It's what I need: not apology or gloom but an authentic, inspiring appetite for getting our complicated, imperfect - and sometimes wonderful - lives to flower. You want to reach for your journal, get brave and join her. * John Armstrong, philosopher and author of Life Lessons from Nietzsche and Art as Therapy *Antonia Case brings the clarity of years of editing Womankind and New Philosopher magazines to her new book, asking: what does it take to really flourish? Drawing on philosophers, writers, artists and the stories of ordinary people — as well as her own journey - she discovers that flourishing cannot exist within the cookie-cutter expectations of others. It must be found within. * Clarissa Sebag-Montefiore, journalist for The New York Times and the Guardian *Flourish is the result of the years the author spent culling wisdom from philosophers, psychologists, writers, religious thinkers, and fellow wanderers… Case’s theoretical ruminations are bolstered by her personal testimony and spirited embrace of her ideas. * Booklist *This is no ordinary travelogue. At times intense, but always wise, the key message is that meaning comes from love, not riches. * Platinum *Flourish is an outstanding book about the tricky business of being in the world. * Times Literary Supplement *Table of ContentsPreface 1 Brisbane, Australia 2 Leaving Home 3 Buenos Aires, Argentina 4 Bariloche, Argentina 5 Ushuaia, Argentina 6 Chile 7 Peru 8 Baños, Ecuador 9 Panama 10 Nicaragua 11 Brisbane, Australia 12 Paris, France 13 Paris, France 14 Barcelona, Spain 15 Byron Bay, Australia 16 Byron Bay, Australia 17 Bangalow, Australia 18 Hobart, Tasmania 19 Ireland 20 Back Home Epilogue Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisStrong, Calm and Free is a beginner''s guide to yoga, meditation and mindful living. This beautifully-illustrated yoga book gently guides you through a life-changing 10-week plan of yoga routines and simple meditations, as well as sharing tips and tools for mindful living, reducing stress, and carving out time for self-care. Whether you''ve never stepped foot on a yoga mat before, aren''t quite ready to dive into a studio class, or want to deepen your home practice, Strong, Calm and Free is the perfect way to begin or enrich your yoga and meditation practice and help you live more mindfully in daily life. With over 50 yoga poses and 20 easy-to-follow sequences to lay a strong foundation for a blossoming practice, each week introduces a new collection of poses including hip openers, backbends and forward folds to help you get stronger, improve flexibility, and build a yoga practice that works for you. Drawing on the ancient wisdom of yogTable of ContentsIntroduction The gift of yoga What is yoga? How to use this book PART ONE Wisdom The eight limbs of yoga The essence and evolution of yoga The seven paths of yoga The ten pillars of mindful living The five branches of health The universe of the body Breath is the bridge The language of yoga PART TWO Practice The journey How to begin You and your mat: practice guidelines Self-care to enhance your self-practice Let's begin The opening sequence The closing sequence WEEK ONE: Compassion WEEK TWO: Honesty WEEK THREE: Abundance WEEK FOUR: Balance WEEK FIVE: Non-attachment WEEK SIX: Purity WEEK SEVEN: Contentment WEEK EIGHT: Self-discipline WEEK NINE: Self-study WEEK TEN: Self-surrender Where now? PART THREE Explore Sequences: - Grounding - Releasing - Energising - Calming References Recommended reading Index Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisWhen children grow up and become adults we often assume, as parents, that our job is done. In fact it''s just the beginning of a whole new stage in our lifelong connection. Relationships with adult children are an aspect of parenting that is rarely discussed, yet they require thoughtfulness and empathy, and can bring many new challenges. - How can you avoid conflict when your adult child returns to live with you?- What if you don''t get on with their partner?- How should you support your child through a divorce, or mental health challenges later in life?- Do you have mixed feelings about looking after your grandchildren?- What if you adult children don''t get along?All Grown Up draws on the personal experiences of parents, as well as advice from leading experts in the filed, to offer support and guidance on working through these common dilemmas to develop and maintain a close bond with your adult child. Discover how to create famTrade ReviewAt last a book to fill the gap - between “empty nesting” and “adulting with adults" - informative and kind. -- Helen Lederer, founder of Comedy Women in PrintCelia is a great author. [This is] much needed… covers so many different emotions and so many different topics. -- Jo Good * BBC Radio London *[A] brilliant book on this stage of life… Celia Dodd looks at how you can deal with different issues that can occur through no fault on anyone’s side. * A & G Magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Changing roles, new identities 2. The evolving relationship 3. Meeting and communicating 4. Living with adult children 5. Crises (adult children’s) 6. Crises (in parents’ lives, eg divorce) 7. Conflict and disagreement 8. Siblings and new family dynamics. Breaking childhood patterns. 9. Partners, daughters- and sons-in law. Parents with new partners. 10. When children become parents. The impact on parent and adult child. Grandchildren. 11. Long-distance relationships: when kids - or parents - live far apart. 12. Children who need extra support: special needs, mental or physical health conditions Conclusion: The shifting balance: when parents need their children’s support

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Book Synopsis''The most family friendly way to start doing your bit.'' - The Sunday TimesThe must-have friendly green bible of accessible eco-tips for families.As a parent, getting out of the house with everyone wearing shoes (on a good day) can feel like you''re winning, so adding ''being green'' to the never-ending to-do list might feel like the thing to bring all your spinning plates crashing to the ground. If that''s the case, then this is the book for you.No preaching. No judgement. No guilt.Instead you''ll find easy, do-able ideas and suggestions for you to pick and choose from, try out and adapt. Plus bucketfuls of encouragement as you explore what works for you and your family.Trade ReviewA greener way to bring up baby * The Sunday Times *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Some basic principles 2 Pre-baby 3 New baby 4 Bigger babies 5 Toddlers and pre-schoolers 6 Primary school age kids 7 The teenage years Conclusion Acknowledgements References Index

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Book SynopsisMany of us are striving to reach our full potential at work and beyond to achieve our goals, rise to challenges and connect well with others. But how can we actively develop our performance, while also taking care of our well-being and life satisfaction? The Performance Curve is a bold new holistic guide that effectively tackles this challenge, providing practical insights into how you can develop and sustain a productive and fulfilling life.Crucially, this book explores not only how you can improve individual performance, but also how to build relationships and environments that bring out the best in others. By interweaving the individual and the collective, this unique approach produces the most effective and sustainable results across the board.The Performance Curve is a powerful combination of neuroscience, psychological research and practical guidance. These concepts are then brought to life through the stories of remarkable individuals from diffeTrade ReviewAn inspirational and accessible synthesis of business and organization management, psychology and brain science, brought to life with vivid and engaging anecdotes. -- Trevor Robbins, Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, University of CambridgeHighly practical yet deeply substantive, The Performance Curve is a masterful synthesis of the best of what we know about how to become the better version of ourselves we were meant to be. -- Robert Kegan, Harvard University, co-author of 'Immunity to Change' and 'An Everyone Culture'Carries an important message for boards and executive teams seeking practical ways to build the social capital of their organizations. -- Paul Coombes, Chairman, Centre for Corporate Governance, London Business SchoolYou couldn’t ask for a better, more credible guide to raising your professional game and getting more from your life. -- David Morley, MD and Head of Europe at CDPQ. Former CEO and Executive Chairman of Allen & OveryA very engaging and thought-provoking read. -- Elona Mortimer-Zhika, CEO, IRIS Software GroupI can’t think of a more timely and valuable book to help us navigate the changes in mind-set we need to perform and thrive, today and in the future. -- Mark Joseph, CEO, Mobitas AdvisorsThese methods help individuals to develop their leadership muscles and sustainable performance, and businesses to build an effective pipeline for talent, a growth-oriented culture. -- Janet Dekker, EVP Human Resources, Safran Aircraft EnginesCompelling and full of new insights for unleashing individual and organizational performance. -- Heather Bock PhD., Global Chief Learning Officer, Hogan LovellsPractically distils a wide variety of highly effective approaches to enable leadership success in a post-conventional world. Read it and be better. -- Nicolas Ceasar, Head of Leadership Development and Coaching, NatWest GroupThis is an important book. It goes beyond the platitudes of ‘look after yourself to be your best’ and provides evidence-based tools for maximizing your potential and driving sustained organizational performance. -- Colin Price, Former Global Managing Partner, Organization Practice, McKinsey & Co.A manifesto for aiming higher, individually and collectively. -- Sharon Toye, founder of Leadership Mindset Partners and author of 'Accelerating Performance'Highlights the importance of lifelong learning for developing and maintaining our best cognitive function and wellbeing. -- Barbara J Sahakian, Professor of Clinical Neuropsychology, University of CambridgeA comprehensive guide to being your best in today’s uncertain world and to building winning teams that get breakthrough results. -- Chris de Lapuente, Chairman and CEO, LVMH Selective Retailing, Perfumes & CosmeticsThe Performance Curve goes deep into the catalysts that drive effectiveness and will-being. Highly recommended. -- Tsun-yan Hsieh, Chairman, LinHart Group and Senior Partner Emeritus, McKinsey & Co.Offers an insightful map for development which has breadth and depth, and provides solid handolds for the climb to performance. -- David Rooke, founder, Harthill ConsultingAn indispensable read for anyone looking to achieve both effectiveness and well-being. -- Dena McCallum, Co-Founder, Eden McCallum

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Book SynopsisEverything creaks and bends in heavy seas what will not bend will simply snap. So many times I wondered how much load we could carry in a powerful storm without breaking apart. If we flooded any faster I would drown in seconds.Patrick Dixon spent years working as a doctor at University College Hospital, while his wife Sheila was a magistrate high-pressure careers that demanded long hours away from their home, family and passion for sailing. It is a frustrating story many occasional sailors can relate to, but unlike most, Patrick and Sheila realised early enough that they could only bend so far before something snapped, they could only take on so much before they drowned. This is their story of how they made changes (some more challenging than others) that they knows other sailors could make too, regardless of where they are at the moment how they changed their priorities but managed to sustain a new career that fitted in around life rather than the other way round. It is also thTrade ReviewA touching memoir - interspersed with useful sailing tips and life lessons, Salt in the Blood is full of unique perspectives. The Dixons tell their story with poignancy. You'll feel as though you're standing right beside them. * RNLI magazine *The authors have bared their souls and carefully chronicled an important time in their lives. It would be a useful read for those about to follow in their footsteps, as there are many lessons to be learned, while the more experienced will enjoy the ride and may learn things that will surprise them. * Flying Fish, the magazine of the Ocean Cruising Club *A touching memoir…gently paced and full of unique perspectives. This book is perfect for the aspiring sailor – its practical philosophy will inspire and engage anyone who has salt in the blood. * Lifeboat Magazine *

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Book Synopsis''Raw, unflinching, incredibly brave'' - BBC Woman''s Hour''Visceral and gripping'' Amy Liptrot, author of The OutrunComing Clean is a searingly honest memoir of loving an alcoholic both through the heaviest drinking years and into recovery. When Liz Fraser''s partner fell into a catastrophic vortex of depression and alcoholism, Liz found herself in a relentless hailstorm of lies, loneliness and fear, looking after their young child on her own, heartbroken, mentally shattered and with no idea what was happening or what to do.As she and her family moved between Cambridge, Venice and Oxford, she kept the often shocking truth entirely to herself for a long time, trying in vain to help her partner find a path to sobriety, until she herself finally broke from the trauma and started to speak out only to find she was one of hundreds experiencing similar things, also living in silence and fear. Part diary, part travel journal and part love letter, Coming CleTrade ReviewVisceral and gripping. -- Amy Liptrot * author of The Outrun *Raw, unflinching, incredibly brave -- Anita Rani * BBC Woman's Hour *An extraordinary book – deeply painful and loving. -- Adam Kay[Coming Clean] sheds light on the reverberating effects of addiction and sobriety in this glowing memoir that unravels her experience falling in – and at times, out of – love with an alcoholic ... Fraser illuminates the complexities of loving an addict and why she 'didn’t run a mile' when his illness became apparent ... In the end, her wry prose, sharp self-reflection, and affinity for the uncertain reshapes her fraught experience into a nuanced story of resilience. This will be a beacon of hope for those whose lives have been touched by addiction. * Publishers Weekly *A remarkably frank, emotionally charged foray into one woman’s battle to come to terms with her partner’s alcoholism; a desperate fight to protect herself and her child, and to create a world where they could be enough for one another. -- Charlotte PhilbyA blistering account of damaged love, that will console anyone who lives with an addict. It's heartbreaking, eloquent and blackly funny. A book in search of the limits of compassion, finding none. An extraordinary achievement. -- Rhik Samadder * author of I Never Said I Loved You *Liz Fraser’s memoir will break your heart into a million pieces and then gently squeeze it back together. Heart-rending and sad. A wonderful book. -- Charlie CondouTable of ContentsPrologue Introduction Part One: Cambridge Part Two: Venice Part Three: Madness Part Four: Scandinavia Part Five: Shutting the Door Part Six: The Eternal Chaos of the Broken Mind Part Seven: Rock Bottom Part Eight: Sobriety Part Nine: Lockdown and Breakdown Part Ten: Recovery Epilogue Resources

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate ''one stop'' guide to using this bestselling piece of equipment - not just in the gym but at home too. Practical and easily accessible, The Total Gym Ball Workout is perfect for the fitness enthusiast or fitness professional who wants to lightly improve their knowledge and heavily improve the range of exercises they can use in their training. Tried and tested exercises are accompanied by clear photos and illustrations presented in a modern and logical way.The Total Gym Ball Workout is brimming with ideas for using this popular piece of fitness equipment. Packed with clear and easy to use exercises, this how-to reference book also provides adaptations of basic and advanced exercises making it ideal for anyone who wants to get the most out of their fitness gear.- Each exercise idea is organised by fitness level and includes follow-up and extension ideas. - Written in a jargon-free and concise style, this book is light on the science aTrade ReviewThe Total Workout books are one-stop guides to training with dumb-bells and gyms balls ... these books are a great incentive to push your sessions that bit further. * Metro *A must for anyone eager to get the most from the gym ball. * Women's Running *Table of ContentsDisclaimer and advisory 1 The basics of exercising with a gym ball The S.A.F.E. trainer system (Simple, Achievable, Functional Exercise) How to use this book FAQs Find your starting point Assess, don’t guess Isolation vs integration Learn it, then work it First you need stability Add some strength Power and speed come with practice 2 The portfolio of moves Which moves should I do? The classic moves Gym ball stretches Gym ball moves with dumbbells 3 Training with a gym ball How to use the gym ball training sessions And finally… Fitness glossary About the author Index

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Book SynopsisMotherhood is the most important job in the world, and it''s also the most demanding. It calls upon your every resource mental, physical, spiritual and while it is frequently a source of unmatched joy, it is also often depleting like nothing else. Naomi Annand shows you how yoga can help you navigate its emotional highs and lows, how to tap into the creativity of motherhood and also how to nurture yourself so that you might nurture others.Using breath-led sequences and simple two-minute life hacks, this beautiful practical companion teaches you how to soothe rattled nervous systems and uplift tired bodies whatever your age and whatever your experience.Trade ReviewBeautiful, useful, tender. -- Kathleen Baird-Murray * British Vogue *More than just a yoga manual… takes a wide-angle look at motherhood and contains bountiful tips on how to keep yourself grounded and calm. -- Hannah Ridley * Harper’s Bazaar *This book feels like an embrace. It lays open the full spectrum of what it is to be a mother and holds your hand through the joy and the love, the craziness and the exhaustion. I will be buying it for every mother I know. -- Anna Jones * author of One: Pot, Pan, Planet *Naomi Annand is such a sensitive and empathetic yoga educator. This book is beautiful, and calming and full of so much wisdom. Everything is clearly explained, and what I really love above all is that it dispels the myth of perfect yoga practice, and of perfect motherhood. -- Dr Pragya Agarwal * author of Sway and (M)otherhood *...this beautiful practical companion teaches you how to soothe rattled nervous systems, give yourself the much-needed downtime and uplift tired bodies whatever your age and whatever your experience. * OM Yoga & Lifestyle *Gorgeous * The Green Parent *Table of ContentsDirectory of poses and techniques Introduction Yoga for motherhood The whole mother Yoga and motherhood My story Mother to mother How to use this book Yoga, motherhood and humility Grace, power and creativity Early motherhood Getting started (including glossary) Pose libraries Restorative poses Seated poses Standing poses Kneeling poses Arm balances Supine poses Back bends Three essential vinyasas Half Sun Salutation Sun Salutation Moon Salutation Sequences Yoga for profound exhaustion Yoga for compassion Yoga for selfhood Mum and baby yoga Yoga for resilience Restorative yoga for anxiety Yoga to ride the high Yoga for creativity Family yoga Final repose Meditation for Now Legs Bent on Chair Meditation as a Self-hug Bee Breath, seated Breath Washing to clear and clarify Body Scan Seated Meditation ‘Inhale let, exhale go’ Seated Face Massage Nesting and Resting Micro-practices for mothers A meditation to reclaim your body, your centre, your core Self-massage Yoga play Journaling Rituals Lion’s Breath to release rage A meditation when you’re losing focus Rest well Mini masterclasses Wrist and tendon relief The diaphragm The shoulders The vagus nerve The pelvic floor The core The spine and posture The feet Mother to mother letters Fourth trimester Egg donation Mothering without a mother Mothering through grief Twins Preparing for what’s to come Agony and ecstasy Yoga for life Mothering as a state of mind Womanly curves Raising boys and raising girls Mothering through divorce When they’ve left Breath for motherhood The Loving Kindness Meditation Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisAn engaging guide on how to develop and hone your professional communication and influencing skills in the digital ageIn a world where human interactions and behaviour are more pivotal than ever to business success, Working With Influence sets out nine easy-to-apply principles, based on robust behavioural science, for influencing people and outcomes in both physical and digital working scenarios. It provides ambitious professionals with a set of actionable principles which will help them kick-start, accelerate or transform their careers.Technology has redefined almost every job and is becoming the primary medium through which we interact with colleagues and clients this book provides crucial insights into how you can influence others and stand out in this new digital landscape. With the hugely competitive and unpredictable nature of the job market and the unstable economy, it is more important than ever to improve your communication skills and broader qualitative skillseTrade ReviewPowerful behavioural insights! A practical read for both established and aspiring leaders. -- Dr. Mark Little, Executive Director, Scouts Canada

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Book Synopsis''The psychologist''s guide to getting on with people'' - The Times''Brilliantly empowering and truly life-changing ... a must-read for improving relationships.'' - Gwyneth Paltrow''Utterly fantastic. Read immediately.'' - Claudia WinklemanPsychologist and therapist Janet Reibstein reveals the secrets to effective communication and building long-lasting relationships.Do you want to get on with people better?Having good relationships from partners and family to your friends or colleagues is the key to thriving. Research shows it impacts your health, well-being, financial security and happiness. But how do you get there?Leading psychologist Janet Reibstein shows you step by step how to ''learn'' relationships. By practising four essential skills, you can master how to communicate clearly, develop empathy and forge meaningful connections. You''ll also learn howTrade ReviewJanet’s advice is brilliantly empowering and truly life-changing. She offers relatable, easy-to-follow, practical solutions and her book is a must-read for improving relationships. * Gwyneth Paltrow *Janet’s advice is brilliantly empowering and truly life-changing. She offers relatable, easy-to-follow, practical solutions and her book is a must-read for improving relationships. * Gwyneth Paltrow *Janet’s advice is brilliantly empowering and truly life-changing. She offers relatable, easy-to-follow, practical solutions and her book is a must-read for improving relationships. * Gwyneth Paltrow *Janet’s advice is brilliantly empowering and truly life-changing. She offers relatable, easy-to-follow, practical solutions and her book is a must-read for improving relationships. * Gwyneth Paltrow *Utterly fantastic. Read immediately * Claudia Winkleman *Utterly fantastic. Read immediately * Claudia Winkleman *Utterly fantastic. Read immediately * Claudia Winkleman *Utterly fantastic. Read immediately * Claudia Winkleman *The toolkit we all need – totally straightforward, immensely helpful and captivatingly wise * Kirsty Young *The toolkit we all need – totally straightforward, immensely helpful and captivatingly wise * Kirsty Young *The toolkit we all need – totally straightforward, immensely helpful and captivatingly wise * Kirsty Young *The toolkit we all need – totally straightforward, immensely helpful and captivatingly wise * Kirsty Young *An essential primer for negotiating your way through life's sticky situations, from parenting teens, to elderly parents, from siblings to spouses – this is a practical guide to unlocking the problem. * Daisy Goodwin *An essential primer for negotiating your way through life's sticky situations, from parenting teens, to elderly parents, from siblings to spouses – this is a practical guide to unlocking the problem. * Daisy Goodwin *An essential primer for negotiating your way through life's sticky situations, from parenting teens, to elderly parents, from siblings to spouses – this is a practical guide to unlocking the problem. * Daisy Goodwin *An essential primer for negotiating your way through life's sticky situations, from parenting teens, to elderly parents, from siblings to spouses – this is a practical guide to unlocking the problem. * Daisy Goodwin *There is no surer route to happiness than good relationships and no better source of practical wisdom on how to get them than Janet Reibstein’s glorious constellation of insights and advice drawn from decades of saving marriages, friendships and working partnerships. Read this and your life will get better. * Octavius Black, CEO MindGym *There is no surer route to happiness than good relationships and no better source of practical wisdom on how to get them than Janet Reibstein’s glorious constellation of insights and advice drawn from decades of saving marriages, friendships and working partnerships. Read this and your life will get better. * Octavius Black, CEO MindGym *There is no surer route to happiness than good relationships and no better source of practical wisdom on how to get them than Janet Reibstein’s glorious constellation of insights and advice drawn from decades of saving marriages, friendships and working partnerships. Read this and your life will get better. * Octavius Black, CEO MindGym *There is no surer route to happiness than good relationships and no better source of practical wisdom on how to get them than Janet Reibstein’s glorious constellation of insights and advice drawn from decades of saving marriages, friendships and working partnerships. Read this and your life will get better. * Octavius Black, CEO MindGym *A highly readable manual for life, which draws on deep clinical expertise to provide accessible solutions to what we all want most: improving our relationships. * Baroness Camilla Cavendish *A highly readable manual for life, which draws on deep clinical expertise to provide accessible solutions to what we all want most: improving our relationships. * Baroness Camilla Cavendish *A highly readable manual for life, which draws on deep clinical expertise to provide accessible solutions to what we all want most: improving our relationships. * Baroness Camilla Cavendish *A highly readable manual for life, which draws on deep clinical expertise to provide accessible solutions to what we all want most: improving our relationships. * Baroness Camilla Cavendish *Brilliant, insightful, and so, so smart. This truly life-enhancing book reveals the secrets to building long-lasting relationships of all kinds. * Anna Williamson *Brilliant, insightful, and so, so smart. This truly life-enhancing book reveals the secrets to building long-lasting relationships of all kinds. * Anna Williamson *Brilliant, insightful, and so, so smart. This truly life-enhancing book reveals the secrets to building long-lasting relationships of all kinds. * Anna Williamson *Brilliant, insightful, and so, so smart. This truly life-enhancing book reveals the secrets to building long-lasting relationships of all kinds. * Anna Williamson *Expert insight and heartfelt guidance * Julie Etchingham *Expert insight and heartfelt guidance * Julie Etchingham *Expert insight and heartfelt guidance * Julie Etchingham *Expert insight and heartfelt guidance * Julie Etchingham *Digestible, actionable advice on getting on better with the people that matter. * Sainsbury's Magazine *Digestible, actionable advice on getting on better with the people that matter. * Sainsbury's Magazine *Digestible, actionable advice on getting on better with the people that matter. * Sainsbury's Magazine *Digestible, actionable advice on getting on better with the people that matter. * Sainsbury's Magazine *This woman can help you ... the psychologist’s guide to getting on with people. * The Times *This woman can help you ... the psychologist’s guide to getting on with people. * The Times *This woman can help you ... the psychologist’s guide to getting on with people. * The Times *This woman can help you ... the psychologist’s guide to getting on with people. * The Times *Janet Reibstein lays out the foundations we could all do with revising * Stylist magazine *Janet Reibstein lays out the foundations we could all do with revising * Stylist magazine *Janet Reibstein lays out the foundations we could all do with revising * Stylist magazine *Janet Reibstein lays out the foundations we could all do with revising * Stylist magazine *Rooted in research, Reibstein’s methods are practical and positive…an instructive and thought-provoking read. * Psychologies *Rooted in research, Reibstein’s methods are practical and positive…an instructive and thought-provoking read. * Psychologies *Rooted in research, Reibstein’s methods are practical and positive…an instructive and thought-provoking read. * Psychologies *Rooted in research, Reibstein’s methods are practical and positive…an instructive and thought-provoking read. * Psychologies *Reveals the secrets to effective communication and building long-lasting relationships. * Top Sante Health & Beauty *Reveals the secrets to effective communication and building long-lasting relationships. * Top Sante Health & Beauty *Reveals the secrets to effective communication and building long-lasting relationships. * Top Sante Health & Beauty *Reveals the secrets to effective communication and building long-lasting relationships. * Top Sante Health & Beauty *In this clear and compassionate guide, psychologist Janet Reibstein highlights how to build communication skills, nurture empathy and interact more effectively. It’s an illuminating read. * Woman's Own *In this clear and compassionate guide, psychologist Janet Reibstein highlights how to build communication skills, nurture empathy and interact more effectively. It’s an illuminating read. * Woman's Own *In this clear and compassionate guide, psychologist Janet Reibstein highlights how to build communication skills, nurture empathy and interact more effectively. It’s an illuminating read. * Woman's Own *In this clear and compassionate guide, psychologist Janet Reibstein highlights how to build communication skills, nurture empathy and interact more effectively. It’s an illuminating read. * Woman's Own *Table of Contents1. Introduction: Better relating 2. Skills: Learning to interact 3. Foundations: Building blocks of success 4. Parents and children: Generation games 5. Siblings: Shared values and rivalry 6. Couples: Love and war 7. Friendship: Shifting loyalties 8. Work relationships: Setting boundaries 9. Transactions: When there is no relationship 10. Virutal relationships: The move online 11. Future relationships: Habit-forming Resources Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to preparing for the interview process, maintaining focus, handling difficult questions, and maximizing your chances of landing that dream job.Whether you''re a school leaver, a recent graduate, an established professional on the move, or someone looking to return to the job market, any research and preparation will be critical in improving your performance in an interview setting - from being aware of your own strengths and weaknesses, through to knowing the questions to ask that will ensure you are remembered after the interview is over. Whether it is in person, on the telephone or via a video conference, Get That Job: Interviews will prepare you for even the toughest interview - including tips on preparation and pre-interview research, strategies for different types of interview, advice on staying calm under pressure, and ways to cope with the questions from hell.

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Book SynopsisAre you at a crossroads in life?Do you want to make a career change or other transformation?Would you like lasting strategies to help you set achievable goals and targets?This workbook uses a holistic and whole-life approach to life coaching along with self-assessment and interactive tasks to help you set and achieve new goals. It doesn''t just tell you how to change your life; by using diagnostic tests, practical exercises, and thought challenges, it will show you how to identify the areas of your life which are making you feel less than satisfied, and achievable plans for change. The contents help you identify your own life-coaching needs, allowing you to pick a path through the book that works for you, while giving you practical support for managing change and long-term planning for a happier future.

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Book SynopsisOCD, or obsessive compulsive disorder, is a common and difficult condition characterised by intrusive thoughts which produce worry and the compulsive desire to carry out repetitive behaviours aimed at reducing anxiety. OCD symptoms can range from mild to severe, and can really impact upon our mental health and ability to enjoy life. Recovery from OCD is possible, however.By picking this book up you''ve taken the first stride. Now, using the STEP system - a structured, CBT-based approach that delivers both support and proven techniques for combating obsessive thoughts - you can begin to transform your daily life. Written by an expert author with many years of clinical experience, this book will help you get a better understanding of your OCD, take practical steps to progress to a healthier, happier outlook - without fear of setbacks or relapse.ABOUT THE SERIESEveryone feels overwhelmed sometimes. When that happens, you need clarity of thought and practical

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Book SynopsisAre you suffering from OCD?Do you want to learn techniques for overcoming destructive rituals or troubling thoughts?Would you like lasting strategies to help you stay free of OCD for good?This workbook provides an interactive course of CBT to tackle OCD. It doesn''t just tell you how to feel better -- by using diagnostic tests, practical exercises and thought challenges, it will show you how to feel better. The coverage includes all the forms and presentations of OCD, while the exercises and support throughout will give you a feeling of real progress. Helpful sections for relatives on how to help you best will all go towards preventing future relapses and help you to regain control of your life for good.A great CBT workbook to guide towards OCD recovery - Ashley Fulwood, Chief Executive of www.OCDUK.orgTrade ReviewStephanie has a fantastic insight into the understanding of OCD sufferers and what they go through daily. She has a natural genuine approach to the delicate nature of dealing with people.I would recommend ... to sufferers and people that want to try to understand OCD and how it affects people and how to deal with it. - Amazon Review of CBT Workbook

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Book SynopsisEveryone feels anxious from time to time, and worry is a natural part of life. But it is all too common to allow concerns about our health, our security, our relationships or our place in the world to become a negative cycle and a burden. Anxiety gets called GAD when the worry is repetitive, becomes associated with a variety of emotional and physical symptoms, and begins to impact upon our ability to enjoy life. If these problems sound familiar to you, this book will provide you with practical help to deal with and overcome the problem.By picking this book up you''ve taken the first stride. Now, using the STEP system - a structured, CBT-based approach that delivers both support and proven techniques for beating anxiety - you can begin to transform your daily life. Written by an expert team with many years of clinical experience, this book will help you get a better understanding of your anxiety and what keeps it going, tackle negative thoughts and behaviour, and progress t

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Book SynopsisFrom the host of MTV's No.1 show Catfish comes the definitive guide to connecting with people authentically in today's digital world.Trade ReviewThis is youth TV so successful that it has created a fresh dictionary definition of deceit. - IndependentCatfish introduced us the world of fake Facebook profiles and the dangers of online relationships...The result is a surprisingly gripping journey with a variety of people looking for, and sometimes finding, love. - Digital SpyAn intriguing modern tale of communication, intimacy, self-knowledge and the web - Guardian

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Book Synopsis Discover the 50 secrets that productive people know - complete with strategies for putting them into practice.What do productive people know that the rest of us don''t? Do they have a secret recipe for success? Is there a special alchemy to being productive? The Secrets of Productive People reveals the 50 things you need to know to get things done. Each chapter outlines one of the 50 ideas and gives three strategies for putting it into practice. Some ideas will surprise you, all will inspire you. Put these simple strategies together and you have a recipe for a better life, a formula that will unlock a more productive you. Whether you want to improve your efficiency, clear your desk, or be on top of your work, this book provides the tools and techniques you need to be more productive. With dedicated sections on having a productive attitude, managing specific projects, aids to productivity and productivity in action, it gives you everything you need to

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Book SynopsisSunday: Get started with realistic goals and a detailed business plan, and do your market researchMonday: Learn strategies for building a network of contacts and how to handle meetingsTuesday: Learn how to get the product or service right and increase your marginWednesday: Choose the most effective ways to communicate with customers and prepare useful marketing materialsThursday: Market yourself and your business and learn how to cut the jargon and describe what you do in 30 secondsFriday: Motivate yourself to work hard and ignore distractions and make a good impression as the face of your businessSaturday: Avoid difficulties and problems through using personal planning and business planning tripwiresTable of Contents : Sunday: Getting Started : Monday: The right tools for the job : Tuesday: Getting the money right : Wednesday: Communicating effectively : Thursday: Taming the telephone : Friday: How to conduct yourself : Saturday: Setting up reminders and tripwires

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Book SynopsisSEO and Search Marketing In A Week is a simple and straightforward guide to mastering the basics, giving you everything you really need to know in just seven short chapters. From stripping away the mystique from SEO and SEM, to uncovering the meaning of jargon and acronyms such as pay-per-click advertising (PPC), backlinking, social signals and algorithms, you''ll discover how to structure your website to deliver what the search engines are looking for and to promote it to the world.This book distils the most practical search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM) insights into easy-to-digest bite-sized chunks, giving you a basic knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, together with practical and thought-provoking exercises. Whether you choose to read it in a week or in a single sitting, SEO And Search Marketing In A Week is your fastest route to success:- Sunday: An introduction to search engines and SEO- MondayTable of Contents : Sunday: Introduction to search engines, SEO and search marketing : Monday: Preparing your site for search engines : Tuesday: Keyword research : Wednesday: On-page optimization : Thursday: Off-page optimization : Friday: Monitoring and managing your progress : Saturday: Scaling up with search marketing

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Book Synopsis Time Management In A Week is a simple and straightforward guide to getting things done, giving you everything you need to know in just seven short chapters. From understanding how you work best, learning to say ''no'' and simplifying your desktop, to effective scheduling, prioritization and delegation, you''ll soon be on track to clear your desk by the end of the day. This book introduces you to the main themes and ideas of time management, giving you a basic knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, together with practical and thought-provoking exercises. Whether you choose to read it in a week or in a single sitting, Time Management In A Week is your fastest route to success:- Sunday: It all starts with you- Monday: Understanding your job- Tuesday: Organizing your workspace- Wednesday: Managing your workload- Thursday: Coping with your colleagues- Friday: Communicating effectively to save time- Saturday: Time managemenTable of Contents : Sunday: Self-assessment : Monday: Mastering paperwork : Tuesday: Planning : Wednesday: Controlling IT : Thursday: Taming the telephone : Friday: Managing meetings : Sunday: Managing projects

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Book SynopsisHow the mind works -- everything from memory to emotion, navigation to creativity -- explained in nine extraordinary human storiesTrade ReviewThis wonderfully clear, fluent, eye-opening book explores what happens when the mind misbehaves: distance is distorted, memory plays tricks, people hear in colour and see in music. Helen Thomson is the science teacher you wish you'd had at school . . . The unruliness of the misfiring brain is what makes Unthinkable so fascinating and so frightening . . . Thomson's book repays careful reading. Don't skip the science to get on to the well-I-never case histories. You need both together. And when the doctors Thomson interviews conclude, at the end of their examinations, that they simply cannot explain the weird workings of the brain, it isn't a "dunno" of defeat, but of wonder * THE TIMES *A stirring scientific journey, a celebration of human diversity and a call to rethink the 'unthinkable' * NATURE *The beautifully written story of [those], whose maladies give us an insight into the brain, our most mysterious organ * TIMES, Science Book of the Year *Imagine turning into a tiger. Or getting permanently lost in your own one bedroom home. It sounds like the stuff of nightmares - but this is the engrossing subject of Thomson's exploration of extraordinary brains. With flair and empathy, the author sees her subjects in the context of their everyday lives, allowing us to marvel at their humanity . . . accessible, well researched, thought-provoking. Like The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Unthinkable offers us a wondrous array of rare and weird disorders...This lucid and compelling book not only celebrates the incredible machinery we call the brain, it's also full of insights and invaluable tips. Thomson tells us how to forge memories that never disappear; how to grow an alien limb. And don't forget to make an animal noise next time you turn off the gas hob - it'll help you remember you've switched it off later in the day. We are our brains, and they are stranger than we think * TATLER *Refreshingly personal... humane and often humorous * EVENING STANDARD *Exceptional... From seeing auras and turning into a tiger, to waking up 'dead' and being able to remember every single day of your life in vivid detail, award-winning science journalist Thomson investigates wondrously rare and strange brain disorders in this terrific debut. While acknowledging her debt to the late, great Oliver Sacks, Thomson sets out to do things t differently by meeting her nine subjects not in clinical environments but as they live their daily lives with extraordinary brains. Theirs are mystery stories, spellbinding and true." * BOOKSELLER, Science Book of the Month *By including both clear explanations of research and interviews with her subjects about their lived experience, Thomson shows how our own brains might try to make sense of the world in the same ways, with fun experiments to trick ourselves into hallucinating or even believing we've an alien limb * Press Association *Fun facts are what make popular science popular. Helen Thomson's first book has a ready supply of them, and she is good at giving them context . . . there is much of interest here * SUNDAY TELEGRAPH *By including both clear explanations of recent research and interviews with her subjects about their lived experience, Thomson show how our own brains might try to make sense of the world * SCOTSMAN *Thomson brings intellectual rigour to each subject, discussing history, causes, treatment and more, in what amounts to an utterly fascinating romp around the nether regions of the human mind * Big Issue *By the end of her journey Helen Thomson had certainly persuaded me to see the world differently * Observer *

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Book SynopsisWith a foreword by Beyoncé: The ground-breaking programme for creating a plant-based lifestyle, designed to transform your mental, emotional, and physical health in just 22 days.Trade ReviewIf a Houston-born foodie like me can do it, you can too - you just need to try it for 22 days. - BeyonceA brilliant teacher of the idea that working out is not just a temporary fix to lose weight - it's a way of life. - Pharrell WilliamsBecause Marco's philosophy of a healthy lifestyle is comprehensive and encompasses elements of nutrition, physiology, and psychology, people who apply his principles to their own lives often feel dramatically better about themselves. - Jason Youngman, Ph.D., Sport Psychologist and Ironman AthleteA plant-based diet can and will change your life. In The 22 Day Revolution, Marco Borges will show you the best foods for a trim waistline, a strong heart, and a healthy brain. - Neal Barnard, M.D., president and founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible MedicineDiet and exercise are the building blocks for a healthy life, and Marco understands not only the scientific benefits to the human body, but also how to present the information in a way that is accessible, manageable, and inspirational. - Ryan Seacrest, TV/radio host and producer

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Book SynopsisDr David Perlmutter's groundbreaking bestseller Grain Brain revolutionized the way we think about our health, exposing the devastating effects of wheat, sugar, and carbs on the brain. By eating the right foods, you can spur the growth of new brain cells and take control of your smart genes. THE GRAIN BRAIN COOKBOOK presents more than 150 delectable recipes that keep your brain vibrant and sharp while dramatically reducing your risk for debilitating neurological diseases as well as relieving more common, everyday conditions. Offering a range of delicious options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack, Dr Perlmutter equips you with the tools you need to build a gluten-free diet full of wholesome, flavorful, easy-to-make meals.

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Book SynopsisAs heard on Chris Evans'' Radio 2 Breakfast ShowWith a foreword by Danny Rubin, screenwriter of Groundhog Day Paul Hannam has developed a programme based on the hidden, underlying roadmap to freedom found in the film Groundhog Day. Using research-based techniques, you will learn how to take control of your day, remove the blinkers and actually see and experience the real world around you, which will in turn enable you to let go of the past and achieve new levels of success. You will learn how to focus on and appreciate the things that truly matter: time, security, mental health and authentic happiness, and discover a life of joy and fulfilment - rather than just going through the motions.The story of the film Groundhog Day is used here as a parable for change. This book is aimed at anyone who is sleepwalking through life, is trapped by routine and needs a major wake-up call. No more cruising on autopilot - make every day amazing.

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Book SynopsisThe scientifically proven route to enriching and enhancing your state of mind.

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Book SynopsisIn 2014 a media storm erupted when Gwyneth Paltrow announced her separation from Chris Martin, describing it as a harmonious and mutual ''conscious uncoupling'' and the term entered the world''s vocabulary overnight. Coined and created by relationship expert Katherine Woodward Thomas, the expression ''conscious uncoupling'' has become synonymous with a divorce where both partners accept that they each played a role in the breakup and, in particular, are looking to co-parent in a functional and healthy way in the future. The Conscious Uncoupling 5 Step Process is designed to support separating couples through the thorny terrain of a breakup, helping them to consciously complete a relationship in ways that leave all involved whole, healthy and well, and optimistic about future relationships. CONSCIOUS UNCOUPLING offers a new paradigm for divorcing couples and is set to become a classic in the genre.

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Book SynopsisAs Britain''s best-known headmaster, Sir Anthony famously introduced happiness, or well-being, lessons at his school, Wellington College. In 2011, he co-founded Action for Happiness, a body to raise awareness of the discovery of happiness and reduction of depression, whose influence is growing rapidly in Britain and across the world. In this book Anthony Seldon distinguishes between pleasure, happiness and joy, and offers an original 8-step approach on how to make our lives far more meaningful and rewarding. The pursuit of happiness can all too easily become a trap which seduces us into thinking there is no more to life than being happy. In fact, the author is highly critical of ''positive psychology'' and other dominant schools of thought.In fact, we need to reach beyond this if we are to access the deepest levels of human experience open to us, and find our own unique path in life. The author offers a further 5 steps, which point the way to accessing these deeper lTrade ReviewThis book is simply brilliant. Informative, moving and comprehensive, a A masterfully written exploration of the challenging road we all journey on as we seek a life of happiness * Tanya Byron *A beyond brilliant and important book. Seldon's exploration of how to move from superficial pleasure to happiness and ultimately joy gripped me from the first page. This is a book at once wise and passionate about making the most of your time on earth. I had a sense of peace and coming home when I finished: the book has been my constant companion since * Rachel Kelly, author of Black Rainbow *A brilliant plea for a happiness that goes beyond the self, from the remarkable co-founder of Action for Happiness * Richard Layard *

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Book SynopsisThis accessible book provides readers with mindfulness-based techniques to reduce worry, anxiety, stress and panic attacks. It will help readers deal with anxiety-inducing episodes by learning to accept and overcome strong emotions without getting caught up in negative and damaging thoughts.Aimed at anyone who is stressed or anxious, as well as people suffering from more extreme levels of anxiety, the book will provide the scientific evidence behind the effectiveness of mindfulness as well as lots of practical advice on how to quiet an anxious, racing mind.Trade ReviewPadraig's book makes it easy to make mindfulness part of our everyday lives. As a writer and poet he communicates with clarity and makes an abstract concept easy to understand. It's accessible and practical - Dr Tony Bates, Founder Director, Headstrong. Praise for MINDFULNESS ON THE GOThis book, by an inspirational mindfulness teacher, would be worth reading for the first chapter alone - before you get to chapter two, you'll be practising mindfulness without effort. The rest of the book is full of user-friendly suggestions, based on the author's 25 years of practising and teaching. If you think you're too busy to practise mindfulness, you really need this book. - Marcella Finnerty, Director, Institute of Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. Praise for MINDFULNESS ON THE GOPacked with bitesize techniques to 'turn frantic and frazzled into calm and composed', whenever and wherever you find yourself - Irish Tatler. Praise for MINDFULNESS ON THE GO

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Book SynopsisDo you constantly find yourself battling to stop your kids spending hours in front of a screen? Whether it''s a tv, an ipad, a pc or a playstation children are spending more and more time absorbed in the digital world and for most parents it''s a cause for concern.The most frequent question parenting expert Noel Janis Norton is asked by desperate parents is how to limit and manage screen time. Parents know their children became aggressive and stressed after prolonged time on an electronic device, and they know that it limits their child''s willingness to do other activities, yet they are at a loss of what to do about it.In Calmer Easier Happier Screen Time, Noel adapts her proven parenting strategies to this most complex of areas. Using the latest scientific research to show just how addictive the digital world can be for the developing brain of a child, she using the calmer, easier, happier techniques to help parents wean their children away from their electronic

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Book SynopsisThe Sandwich Years is the heartfelt, inspirational story of the bond between a mother and a daughter and how one woman - through caring for the person she had relied on the most - finally found herself. (Previously published as Daughter, Mother, Me)Trade ReviewThere is real life on every page of this funny, sad and wise book * Patricia Scanlan *A heartrending account peppered with humour * Irish Examiner *A warm, familiar, touching memoir, ending sadly but hopefully and written with honesty and love * Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisAn Irish No.1 bestseller, Me and My Mate Jeffrey is an essential book for anyone who knows what it is to feel alone, and who doesn't know how to ask for help - or anyone who wants to better understand that journey.

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Book Synopsis What''s the secret to appreciably raising your performance in life? It''s easy to feel the pressure to do better means you have to accelerate to keep in touch with your ambitions, but what if the secret to success was not hurtling forward with ever increasing urgency, but learning how to tweak your approach to get better results. 10% Better, by bestselling psychologist Dr Rob Yeung, will show you how to slow down, think twice, and change your habits for the better. With proven methods for improving your decision making, your creativity, your mood and your motivation, Rob will show you that simple every day changes can make all the difference. If you could learn to do life differently and see a 10% improvement in all that you do, why wouldn''t you?

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Book SynopsisFROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE YEAR OF LIVING DANISHLY - How to make big decisions, be more resilient, and change your life for good. Having spent the last few years in Denmark uncovering the secrets of the happiest country in the world, Helen Russell knows it''s time to move back to the UK. She thinks. Maybe. Or maybe that''s a terrible idea?Like many of us, she suffers from chronic indecision and a fear of change. So she decides to give herself a year for an experiment: to overhaul every area of her life, learn how to embrace change, and become a lean, mean decision-making machine. From how to cope with changing work lives and evolving relationships, to how we feel about our bodies, money and well-being, Helen investigates the benefits of new beginnings, the secrets of decisive people and what makes changes last - and uncovers the practical life lessons we can all use thrive when change is afTrade ReviewIt's brilliant stuff -- Steve Wright * BBC Radio 2 *A wonderful and humorous book. I can't remember when I last read a book which made me smile or laugh so often. Highly recommended if you're considering leaping into something new or making a change. -- Meik WikingMakes some pretty big promises - but with practical life lessons, witty first-hand experiences and no-BS advice, it really does what it says on the tin * Stella *Written in Russell's signature style that fuses honesty with wit, Leap Year is both a heart-warming tale and a useful guide with hints and tips on how to better deal with change ... Leap Year is a charming book that will resonate with readers the world over. * The Literary Edit *If a good hoot with a side order of oh-so-subtle self-help is your cup of tea, Leap Year should replace Lean In in your reading list. -- Anna Hunter * Get the Gloss *

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