Health & Wellbeing Books

Book Synopsis'Powerful and poignant, this book is for anyone who has struggled with mental health challenges' Lori Gottlieb'[An] invaluable book' Andrew Solomon'A unique, hopeful, essential guide. You Are Not Alone is a treasure' Bruce D. PerryThis singular book is a powerful reminder that help is here, and you are never alone.Millions of people across the world are affected by mental illness every year. Yet the mental healthcare industry remains chaotic, underfunded and often inaccessible, with many people asking themselves the same questions: What does it mean when different doctors give me different diagnoses? Will I be on medication my whole life? Will I ever feel better?Too many of us are confused, afraid and overwhelmed. Families and friends are often left in the dark about how best to help their loved ones, from dealing with logistical issues to handling the emotional challenges of loving someone who is suffering. You Are Not Alone is here to offer help and compassion. Written by Dr Ken Duckworth, whose own entry into psychiatry was inspired by his father's lifelong battle with bipolar disorder, this comprehensive guide pairs medical expertise with the empathy of someone who gets it.This book shares:Relatable first-person stories that illustrate the diversity of mental health journeysPractical guidance on dealing with mental health conditions, and navigating careResearch-based evidence on what treatments and approaches workInsight and advice from renowned clinical experts and practitionersTrade ReviewPowerful and poignant, this book is for anyone who has struggled with mental health challenges. As a therapist myself, I value the bravery with which these people share their personal experiences to help destigmatize mental health for others. Let's talk about it all. * Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone *In this invaluable book, Dr. Duckworth amplifies the voices of real people who have dealt with mental illness, both doctors and patients. His crowd-sourced method will help people facing similar challenges feel connected to a vast community. If you read this book, you cannot feel alone in your struggles. * Andrew Solomon, author of The Noonday Demon and Far From the Tree *A unique, hopeful catalog of first-person lived experience with mental health collated by a humane, experienced clinician. These shared journeys will help others feel less isolated and overwhelmed. Highly recommended as an essential guide for every physician, mental health provider, and program dealing with any aspect of mental health. You Are Not Alone is a treasure. * Bruce D. Perry, author of What Happened to You? *Wonderful and necessary. Dr. Duckworth provides excellent clinical information and practical advice, placing it within the deeply human context provided by those who know firsthand the pain of depression, trauma, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. * Kay Redfield Jamison, author of An Unquiet Mind *Families dealing with mental illness, which means virtually all families, need a guide that conveys hope, wisdom, and actionable information. You Are Not Alone is that guide. Unlike previous books, this is a practical guide to help all of us navigate the stormy seas of a loved one's mental illness. A must-read. * Tom Insel, author of Healing *

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Book SynopsisBooks have the power to change how we think. Unlearning Silence goes one further: a book that has the conviction to change how we act'' Megan Reitz, Fellow at Saïd Business School, Oxford University and author of Dialogue in OrganisationsThis book will transform your relationship with silence so that your voice can finally be heard'' Simon Alexander Ong, author of Energize''A must-read for every leader'' Deepa Purushothaman, author of The First, The Few, The OnlyHaving a seat at the table doesn''t mean that your voice gets heard. Knowing something is wrong doesn''t make it easy to speak up. But this silencing - intentional or not - has profound consequences on our work and life. It blocks talent, skews decisions and causes teams and individuals to fail. So what if there was another way?Drawing on her experience as a lecturer at Harvard Law School and as a Managing Partner at one of the world''s l

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Book SynopsisA fun collection of inspirational quotes to motivate you for fitness and health.

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Book SynopsisThe pure luxury of soaps made with coconut butter, almond oil, aloe vera, oatmeal, and green tea is one of life’s little pleasures. And with the help of Anne-Marie Faiola, author of Soap Crafting and Milk Soaps, it’s easy to make luscious, all-natural soaps right in your own kitchen. This collection of 32 recipes ranges from simple castile bars to intricate swirls, embeds, and marbled and layered looks. Begin with a combination of skin-nourishing oils and then add blueberry puree, dandelion-infused water, almond milk, coffee grounds, mango and avocado butters, black tea, or other delicious ingredients — and then scent your soap with pure essential oils. Step-by-step photography guides you through every stage of cold-process soapmaking.

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Book SynopsisThe Best Astrology Book for All Zodiac Signs“As someone who’s curious about astrology but not a huge believer, Ashley’s book has turned me into a believer.”―Shingirai Mazengwe, Artist and photographerIn this beginners guide for amateur astrologists, learn how to use astrology houses to gain greater self awareness and cultivate better relationships.Overcome your insecurities and shine like a star. Embracing the astrological energy of each unique personality betters your self awareness and gifts you with the best self-development skills to shine in life. All horoscope signs need a little improvement and encouragement, so learn how to take better care of your body, mind, and spirit with mindfulness activities and guides.This is the best astrology book to find out about: Astrology compatibility to better your spiritual and relational journeys How to use the horoscope for self reflection and self development An informative guide on all the zodiac signs to thrive in different areas of life If you enjoy astrology or zodiac signs books like Astrology for Real Relationships, You Are More Than Just Your Sun Sign, or The Complete Guide to Astrology, then you’ll love Mindfulness Through the Stars.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Introductory Chapter How Astrology can Change Your Life An introduction and glimpse into what the book has to offer. Meaningful words that will reassure the reader into knowing they made the right decision by choosing this book. Chapter 1 What is self-awareness and why do I Need it? Self-awareness explained simply for those who have not heard of it. Some personal stories and experiences on the authors journey to self-awareness as an Aquarius/Cancer/Virgo as well. This chapter will go in depth on what it is, as well as the importance of it. Self-awareness will be a topic that will be referred to quite often in the book. This chapter is crucial. Chapter 2 Zodiac Signs Unlocked: The Good This chapter will go in depth on some of the favorable traits of each zodiac sign. Think of this chapter as the calm before the storm. This chapter will dive into the good traits in each sign. Chapter 3 Zodiac Signs Unlocked: The Bad This chapter will go in depth on the not-so-favorable traits of each zodiac sign. For example, the small habits that may annoy others. This will touch on the negative traits that can be annoying, but not too harmful to you or others. Chapter 4 Zodiac Signs Unlocked: The Ugly This chapter is crucial. It will focus on the toxic traits of each zodiac sign. These toxic traits are likely to affect relationships, productivity, mental state, and even physical state. This chapter is important because it digs deeper into each sign and how these traits make a huge impact on their life whether they are aware of this or not. Chapter 5 Where do I Begin? Now that the reader is self-aware, this chapter can focus on what to do with this information. How can the reader begin to break these habits? How can they use this information to better themselves and become the evolved version of their zodiac signs? Chapter 6 How to Dig Deeper into Yourself and Others This chapter will be similar, however, instead of focusing on improving oneself, it will focus on improving their relationship with others and how to deal with them based off of their sign. Chapter 7 Words of encouragement This chapter will motivate the reader. It will also give tips and practices on how to retain all of this information and use it in their every day life. Chapter 8 Final Thoughts to Takeaway from This Book This chapter will leave a few final pointers, and will close out the book.

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Book SynopsisIs your perfectionism causing you anxiety, stress, and worry?If you identify as a perfectionist, you may not see your perfectionism as a problem. But striving for unrealistic standards, basing your self-worth on meeting those standards, and engaging in persistent self-criticism will ultimately lead to anxiety, stress, worry, burnout, and unhappiness. So, how can you distinguish between “helpful” and “hurtful” perfectionism and stop holding yourself and others to unrealistically high standards?Written by two clinical psychologists, Perfectly Anxious shines a much-needed light on the hidden costs of “being the best,” and offers essential skills based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you cope with the anxiety that is driven by your perfectionism. You’ll learn how your “need to be perfect” can actually hinder your productivity, and keep you from reaching your goals. You’ll also learn skills to help you gain distance from negative self-talk and criticism, let go of unhelpful and self-limiting labels such as “success” or “failure,” and give yourself and others permission to make mistakes while still honoring your high aspirations.If you’re struggling with feelings of anxiety and stress, and suspect your perfectionism may be to blame, this guide will show you how to stop getting in the way of your own success, and live a life guided by your deepest values.

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Book SynopsisOne Powerful Question Can Change Your Life.In this empowering guide for women, Holly Hurd explores the transformative power of asking the right question at the right moment to unlock self-worth, confidence, and clarity.Whether you''re navigating personal crossroads or professional change, this book will guide you to the breakthrough you''ve been seeking. With stories, prompts, and real-life examples from women who have radically changed their lives, this book reveals how a single, thoughtful question—posed to yourself or others—can help you find purpose, deepen relationships, and create connection. A former hedge fund founder turned women’s empowerment advocate, Holly Hurd combines business acumen with emotional insight to offer readers a framework for self-reflection, personal growth, and bold action.This book isn’t just about finding the right words—it’s about discovering your voice. Through guided inquiry and inspiring anecdotes, readers will learn how to identify the question that could open the door to healing, opportunity, or reinvention. Whether it’s a whisper of curiosity or a cry for change, asking that one question may be the first step to a more courageous, connected, and fulfilled life.Inside, you’ll find: Empowering questions to ask in moments of doubt, change, or opportunity Real stories from women who found clarity and purpose by asking just one question Simple yet powerful tools for reconnecting to your intuition and taking the next step If you liked How Successful People Think, Supercommunicators, or How to Become a People Magnet, then you’ll love The Life-Changing Power of One Question.

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Book Synopsis 'This woman will change how you exercise forever' - YOU MAGAZINE Instagram sensation Krissy Cela is the one-woman revolution set to transform how you think about fitness.It's time to reassess your approach to getting fit! No more crazy self-punishment, 'miracle' diets or one-size-fits-all rules. Having changed the lives of millions of people through her no-nonsense, friendly and supportive coaching, Krissy Cela wants to show you that being healthy in body happens most effectively when you focus on the right mindset. Krissy will shift your thinking away from how you want to look to how you want to feel. Feeling confident and happy will always be more important than your dress size. Krissy will give you the tools to deal with mental barriers such as anxiety, stress and low self-esteem, which affect more of us than ever before. She will help you challenge negative thinking to help you build healthy habits that deliver long-lasting, realistic results. A balanced lifestyle will become as second nature to you as brushing your teeth, and you won't have to give up the food you love! Do This for You gives you everything you need to feel good in body and mind, every single day.Trade ReviewThis woman will change how you exercise forever -- YOU MagazineDo This for You will become a permanent fixture on your bedside table -- HEATA no-nonsense motivational guide -- BEST

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Book Synopsis'This is a fab book. Really recommend it!' Mrs HinchRead this book for an instant pick-me-up. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for New Mums is your handy survival guide to managing the emotional and physical rollercoaster of becoming a new mum.Bringing together decades of experience from a midwife and a doula, you'll find invaluable tips and tricks to boost confidence and calm frazzled nerves - plus answers to all those questions you may be too embarrassed to ask. From creating cooling breast pads with chamomile tea and quick stretches to relieve aching muscles, through to easy recipes to nourish your postnatal body and 5-minute fixes to restore your sense of humour, this is the book you can turn to when the overwhelm sets in. Beautifully illustrated in full-colour, it covers everything you need to know about the postnatal period to feel supported, empowered and understood.Trade ReviewYou know when you read a book cover to cover and cry, nod furiously and shout OH MY GOD YES THIS! Well this book written by doula Beccy Hands and midwife Alexis Stickland should be be handed out with the child health red book. It is packed full of brilliant and practical advice for any new mum – whether it's your first or fourth baby. Really sound tips on coping with visitors, looking after your perineum, recipes, how to get through those wobbles and so much more. -- Clemmie Hooper (@mother_of_daughters)

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Book SynopsisTim Ferriss, the #1 New York Times best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek, shares the ultimate choose-your-own-adventure book—a compilation of tools, tactics, and habits from 130+ of the world's top performers. From iconic entrepreneurs to elite athletes, from artists to billionaire investors, their short profiles can help you answer life's most challenging questions, achieve extraordinary results, and transform your life.From the author:In 2017, several of my close friends died in rapid succession. It was a very hard year, as it was for many people.It was also a stark reminder that time is our scarcest, non-renewable resource.With a renewed sense of urgency, I began asking myself many questions:Were my goals my own, or simply what I thought I should want?How much of life had I missed from underplanning or overplanning?How could I be kinder to myself?How could I better say “no” to the trivial many to better say “yes” to the critical few?How could I best reassess my priorities and my purpose in this world?To find answers, I reached out to the most impressive world-class performers in the world, ranging from wunderkinds in their 20s to icons in their 70s and 80s. No stone was left unturned.This book contains their answers—practical and tactical advice from mentors who have found solutions. Whether you want to 10x your results, get unstuck, or reinvent yourself, someone else has traveled a similar path and taken notes.This book, Tribe of Mentors, includes many of the people I grew up viewing as idols or demi-gods. Less than 10% have been on my podcast (The Tim Ferriss Show, more than 200 million downloads), making this a brand-new playbook of playbooks.No matter your challenge or opportunity, something in these pages can help.Among other things, you will learn:More than 50 morning routines—both for the early riser and those who struggle to get out of bed.How TED curator Chris Anderson realized that the best way to get things done is to let go.The best purchases of $100 or less (you'll never have to think about the right gift again).How to overcome failure and bounce back towards success.Why Humans of New York creator Brandon Stanton believes that the best art will always be the riskiest.How to meditate and be more mindful (and not just for those that find it easy).Why tennis champion Maria Sharapova believe that “losing makes you think in ways victories can’t.”How to truly achieve work-life balance (and why most people tell you it isn’t realistic).How billionaire Facebook co-founder Dustin Moskovitz transformed the way he engages with difficult situations to reduce suffering.Ways to thrive (and survive) the overwhelming amount of information you process every day.How to achieve clarity on your purpose and assess your priorities.And much more.This reference book, which I wrote for myself, has already changed my life. I certainly hope the same for you.I wish you luck as you forge your own path.All the best,Tim FerrissTrade ReviewIf you read one self-help book this year, let this be it. If you have always hated self-help books, this one will change your mind. * Viv Groskop, The Pool *Tools of Titans... is the perfect read for obsessives wanting to boost their new year productivity. * Financial Times *

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Book Synopsis'Pippa Grange has something to teach all of us when it comes to letting go of perfectionism and anxiety, and living with open hearts rather than clenched fists. Fear Less is a total game-changer.' Brené BrownIf we were truly free from fear, what could we achieve?We strive for success, but we are rarely happy. The more we try to win - putting on a brave face for work or family - the more we risk losing ourselves. And even reaching our goals can feel strangely hollow. The culprit? Fear. It makes us anxious, or shameful, or turns us into perfectionists. We pretend to be someone else while aiming for a status that's never truly satisfying.There is another way. A way to find our true voice, to win on our own terms. Building that open mindset is at the heart of this mould-breaking book by Dr Pippa Grange, the psychologist who helped transform the England team, taking them all the way to the World Cup semi-finals in 2018.In Fear Less, Pippa Grange shows all of us how, by starting to live with less fear, we can find our real passions and deeper fulfilment. Her simple manifesto enables us to replace stress with courage, and connect with the people around us on a far deeper level.This type of success isn't about trophies or beating others, it's about winning at the very deepest level: winning from within. It's time to fear less.Trade ReviewSo many of our negative emotions are ultimately driven by fear. In this incredibly personal, powerful book, Pippa Grange shows us how to face our fears and live free, fulfilled lives. A revelation. * Fearne Cotton *Any of us, including the world’s top sports stars, can be held back by fear of failure. Dr Pippa Grange helps us tell different stories about ourselves, so we can be happier, more successful, and more connected to those we love * Dr Rangan Chatterjee *Dr Pippa Grange astutely diagnoses fear as our deepest inner block to self-expression, joy, and success. In this upbeat, compelling book she provides an effective antidote. * Dr Gabor Maté, author of When The Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress *[Fear Less] encourages us to look at our sources of fear, know them and even embrace them so that we may live with more emotional freedom. I recommend this book * Julia Samuel, bestselling author of Grief Works and This Too Shall Pass *This book might just change your life. Pippa Grange promises freedom from whatever it is that holds you back. Practical, powerful, profound * James Kerr, bestselling author of Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life *

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Book SynopsisHeal yourself in body and mind The Body Code is a truly revolutionary method of holistic healing. Dr. Bradley Nelson, a globally renowned expert in bioenergetic medicine, has spent decades teaching his powerful self-healing method and training practitioners around the globe, but this is the first time his system of healing will be available to the general public in the form of The Body Code.The Body Code is based on the simple premise that the body is self-healing and knows what it needs in order to thrive and flourish. The Body Code method allows readers to tap into this inner knowing, and find imbalances in 6 key areas - Energies, Circuits and Systems, Toxicity, Nutrition and Lifestyle, Misalignments, and Pathogens - that are the root causes of our physical, mental and emotional issues. By identifying and releasing these imbalances, readers become empowered to activate their body's innate healing power.Filled with powerful first-hand accounts of healing, hundreds of colour illustrations, and concrete, actionable steps, The Body Code is a road map to healing based in deep study of the human body, time-proven ancient practices, and the unlimited power of the subconscious mind.

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Book SynopsisDoes life feel smaller than it used to? Does it seem that the people around you have taken a step back from doing hard things, preferring to stay in their comfort zone? In the era of TikTok as therapy, it's tempting to see ourselves as damaged and powerless defined by our past traumas, our emotions and the struggles we face. But it's more important than ever to rise above the limiting beliefs and widespread anxiety that puts us in boxes, lowers our expectations and holds us back. In Rise Above, renowned psychologist Dr Scott Barry Kaufman unpacks the dangerous myths and misleading buzzwords swirling around the popular imagination. He reveals the truth about managing our emotions, the double-edged sword of self-esteem, the surprising gifts of sensitivity, and ultimately, the power each of us has to overcome challenges and to shape the course of our own lives. Packed with empathy, insight, humour and actionable solutions, this book will empower you to take control of your own your life and reach your full potential.

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, there lived a happy family called the Maitlands. Iain, the father, was a writer. Tracey, the mother, worked at a nearby school. They had three bright and charming children, Michael, Sophie and Adam. It looked like the perfect family life. Until October 2012, when Iain received a message. Michael had been taken to hospital. Years of depression, anxiety and anorexia had taken their toll, and he had pneumonia and a collapsed lung. The doctors weren't sure if he would make it.Told with humour and frankness through Michael's diary entries and Iain's own reflections, Out of the Madhouse charts Michael's journey to recovery from entering the Priory and returning home, to becoming a mental health ambassador for young people. Sharing tips and techniques that have helped them and others to self-manage, this is an essential resource for anyone experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD and similar issues.Trade ReviewI love this book; profoundly moving, beautifully written and above all incredibly important. I read it in one sitting, often nodding, often crying and ultimately I was left feeling wonderfully hopeful. -- James Withey, founder of The Recovery Letters project, editor of 'The Recovery Letters'This reflective book presents Michael's recovery from the multiple clinical effects emanating from abject low self-worth and loneliness. Whilst both traditional treatment as well as self-help and lifestyle strategies have helped him, the overriding ingredients that stand out in making positive change and enhancing resilience are the warmth of his connections, both family and friends, and the power of communication - spoken, written and art. -- Dr Nihara Krause, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Founder & CEO stem4Out of the Madhouse confronts the shocking bleakness of mental illness head on. Michael's diary of his battle to equip himself with both the tools and the will required to rejoin something approaching mainstream existence is sobering ... and Iain's tips and explanations are a big positive. -- Charlie Mortimer, Author of 'Dear Lupin' & 'Lucky Lupin'The Maitlands provide a brave, retrospective recount of a socially sensitive topic, where its strength lies in the powerful nature of the book's dual perspective. An honest and touching approach with advice grounded in invaluable, personal experience. Out Of The Madhouse is an excellent exploration of the phenomenology of mental illness and its wider impact. -- Joshua Fletcher Psychotherapist & Author of 'Anxiety: Panicking about Panic'Table of ContentsPreface. A Fairy Story. Part One - Into the Priory. Another Fairy Story. Part Two - Back Home. Part Three - Inside the Maitland Family.

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Book Synopsis"It was lovely seeing you and your family, Jenny. Let's catch up again soon. And remember, 'All work and no play makes Jack ... an International Human Rights Lawyer!"Jenny is a busy mum, who gets a visit from her friend, the Tiger Mum, which makes Jenny feel she's not doing enough for her own children. If they haven't mastered at least two instruments, three languages or read all of the classics before university, how will they ever succeed in life?!With some help from her family, Jenny realises how easy it is to get caught up in the anxiety of parenting and the important thing is that her children are growing up in a warm, loving environment.A humorous look at overanxious parenting that helps put everyday stresses about children's achievements into perspective.Trade ReviewA very funny and insightful book, which should be read by both parents and children. -- Brian Luff, THINK FUNNYWhile I found this book hilarious, maybe laughter reflects the preferred coping mechanism to tears for children of Tiger Mums who know that we have to work much harder to succeed in this world! -- Krystal Kavita Jagoo, MSW, RSWTable of ContentsN/A

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Book SynopsisWith growing numbers of people feeling discontented at work in a post-pandemic era of the great resignation, Joy at Work offers essential reading. Whether you are feeling aimless and bored, only hanging on for the monthly wage, stressed, overworked or burnt out, this book offers a simple philosophy: suffering happens – but we can transform it. Using Buddhist principles, Steve Nobel guides us to realising our innate gifts and reconnecting us with our authentic selves. By working through practical exercises and calming meditations you can: Learn to trust your instincts Reframe your limiting beliefs Rediscover your creativity Create copying strategies for when you're stressed Renew your love for work The world of work is evolving and Steve prompts you to change with it; transform your happy, unprofessional life into one of self-worth, passion and purpose. Let loose your trapped potential to find the work you were born to do, whether that is falling back in love with your job or moving on and finding different work that inspires you.Trade Review"A book for all ages – if I had this book when I first started working, it would have made a world of difference."

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Book SynopsisEscape to a world of peace and quietAmid the hustle and bustle of everyday life it can be hard to find a moment of calm. But tranquillity is within your reach: this book will help you to slow things down, quieten your mind and take a few deep breaths as you marvel in the beauty of the world.

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Book SynopsisA practical and transformative 5-step strategy to ensure the emotional wellbeing of yourself and your childThe mental wellbeing of children and adults is shockingly poor. Marc Brackett, author of Permission to Feel, knows why and what we can do. Marc Brackett is a professor in Yale University's Child Study Center and in his 25 years as an emotion scientist, he has developed a remarkably effective plan to improve the lives of children and adults - a blueprint for understanding our emotions and using them wisely so that they help, rather than hinder, our success and well-being. The core of his approach is a legacy from his childhood, from an astute uncle who gave him permission to feel. He was the first adult who managed to see Marc, listen to him, and recognise the suffering, bullying, and abuse he'd endured. In the decades since, Marc has led large research teams and raised tens of millions of dollars to investigate the roots of emotional wellbeing. His prescription for healthy children (and their parents, teachers, and schools) is a system called RULER, a high-impact and effective approach to understanding and mastering emotions that has already transformed the thousands of schools that have adopted it. RULER has been proven to reduce stress and burnout, improve school climate, and enhance academic achievement. This book is his way to share the strategies and skills with readers around the world. It is tested, and it works.Trade ReviewA compelling and complete journey that delivers on its promise of giving us permission to feel. Marc Brackett shows us that emotional intelligence is not a gift but a skill--one that we can all learn, and benefit from immensely. * Angela Duckworth, Author of Grit *Permission to Feel provides a framework for what parents and educators need to learn in order to support children in achieving social, academic, and life success. * Carmen Fariña, New York City Department of Education *Brackett (Creating Emotionally Literate Classrooms), founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor at the Yale Child Study Center, examines how acknowledging one's emotions can create confidence and promote mental health in this provocative, accessible work. While Brackett focuses on educational and child-based applications for his methods, his wise principles can easily be applied to adult situations as well. Readers looking for strategies for responding to stress, particularly in children, will find much guidance in this cogent, welcoming work. * Publisher's Weekly *Permission to Feel is a deeply insightful and compelling examination of one of the most important but ignored dimensions of the human experience. In his honest, funny, and illuminating way, Marc Brackett helps us to understand how emotions influence our health, performance, and overall well-being, and how we can leverage their power to transform our lives. * Vivek Murthy, MD, MBA. 19th Surgeon General of the United States *In business, we are often pressured to withhold or suppress emotions, ultimately creating toxic environments and interpersonal conflict. In Permission to Feel, Marc Brackett teaches essential skills and tools for bringing our best selves forward. The results? Enhanced personal and professional outcomes, and healthier and more engaging workplaces. A must-read for every entrepreneur - and their investors. * Deborah Quazzo, Managing Partner GSV AcceleraTE Fund *We often create a false dichotomy between thinking and feeling. In this dichotomy, thinking is important, strong, and adaptive, but feeling is not. Marc Brackett shows us how emotions-and our ability to feel, understand, and use them-are key to fulfilling our potential. * Carol Dweck, author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success and Professor of Psychology, Stanford University *

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Book Synopsis'The temple of Korean cosmetics' Vanity Fair'This book leaves no stone unturned when it comes to trying to help people achieve the perfect skin'Daily MailFeatured in Refinery29.This is the ultimate no-nonsense manual to daily Korean beauty care; in it you will find step-by-step morning and evening skincare routines, the best product advice and actionable tips on how to take care of your complexion. In this handbook, the experts in Korean cosmetics will also teach you how to use everyday beauty products, describe the natural ingredients that will best suit your skin type and give you advice on tried-and-tested Korean skincare regimes to make your skin glow.The Korean Skincare Bible will help you to feel truly confident in your own skin.Chapters:The history of Korean beautyThe importance of caring for your skinKorean beauty productsThe Korean beauty routineNatural ingredients in Korean beautyNatural beautyK-beauty do's and don'tsKorean beauty trendsKorean skincare answersKorean skincare tips for menKorean beauty travel tips

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Book SynopsisTake courage and comfort from the uplifting quotations and powerful affirmations in this pocket-sized collection of unbeatable confidenceThere's nobody quite like you. Your passions and possibilities are limitless, even when the world tries to get you down. This little book, packed full of empowering quotes and valuable reminders, is the perfect companion on your journey to greater happiness and stronger self-belief.From the timeless ideas of ancient sages to sound advice from modern superstars, these are words to get you feeling great and thinking big.As well as the hard-won wisdom of successful writers, artists and thinkers, this book includes a host of uplifting mantras and daily reminders such as:- You don't have to be perfect to be wonderful- Everything you need - your courage, strength, compassion and love - is already within you- You're only confined by the walls you build yourself- Don't just be good to others - be good to yourself too- You are at your most powerful when you don't seek the approval of others

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Book SynopsisThe essential questions and answers you need to know about planning your retirement.

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Book SynopsisChip Heath (Author) Chip Heath is a professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Chip and his brother, Dan, have written four New York Times bestselling books: Made to Stick, Switch, Decisive and The Power of Moments. He has helped over 530 start-ups refine and articulate their strategy and mission. Chip lives in California.Dan Heath (Author) Dan Heath is the #1 New York Times bestselling co-author/author of six books, including Made to Stick, Switch, and The Power of Moments. His books have sold over four million copies worldwide and been translated into thirty-five languages. Dan also hosts the award-winning podcast What It's Like To Be, which explores what it's like to walk in the shoes of people from different professions (a mystery novelist, a cattle rancher, a forensic accountant, and more). He lives in Durham, North Carolina.

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Book SynopsisEmbrace your brilliance with this treasure trove of energizing quotes, sound advice and inspiring affirmationsThere's no one more special than you. Nobody else has your unique blend of spellbinding talent, wit, passion and personality - all of the things that make you so magical. And it never hurts to be reminded of just how great you truly are. The powerful dose of positive energy and feel-good vibes inside this little book will help boost your confidence, supercharge your mood and bring some sunshine into your day.Featuring insights from famous thinkers to modern superstars, You Are Magical is brimming with a wealth of wise words, including: - I am always in the right place at the right time- The world is better with me in it- I have compassion for myself and others Celebrate your unique power, because when you do, you are sure to feel nothing less than magical.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the UK's best-kept wellness secret: wild saunas. This unique guidebook unlocks a world of outdoor sweat sanctuaries, from repurposed horseboxes on windswept beaches to bespoke cabins nestled in ancient forests. Find your perfect escape, delve into sauna culture or simply experience the transformative, therapeutic power of heat.

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Book SynopsisEntrepreneurship is challenging, whatever your background, in the current science- and technology-driven Western world. However, unlike traditionally dominant, native-born, white male entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley and elsewhere, those who face greater hurdles blocking their path to success primarily come from marginalized and minority groups, both real and self-perceived—including immigrants, refugees, women, blacks, Hispanics, and Asians. Despite their potential to innovate and add value in the global marketplace, they persistently struggle, or fail, because they lack the requisite code-breaking skills. This book helps these underdog entrepreneurs acquire those skills with actionable advice to achieve and sustain success.It proposes a framework that pinpoints what the author calls the outsider problem—that is, situations in which individuals are primarily disadvantaged because they lack access to networks that facilitate superior learning and performance outcomes. He completes the framework by incorporating personal qualities and strategies that can solve this problem.Along the way, Morgan distills insights and evidence from multiple fields, combined with a fresh look at the familiar stories of initially marginalized business leaders, such as Indra Nooyi, Jack Ma, Hilary Devey and Mike Lazaridis. He also shares the less known, but equally inspiring stories of others. This book will help readers thrive while transcending their underdog status.Table of Contents1. Introduction: Underdog Entrepreneurs Are Everywhere PART ONE: THE OUTSIDER PROBLEM 2. Being on the Outside of Powerful Mainstream Networks 3. Lacking Relevant Know-How 4. Being Subject to Stereotype-Driven Discrimination and Stereotype Threat PART TWO: CODE-BREAKING SKILLS 5. A Growth Mindset 6. Valuable Knowledge from Formal Education 7. Strategic Identity Orientation 8. Complementary Social and Political Skills PART THREE: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER AND DRAWING LESSONS 9. An Integrative Framework 10. Commit to Ongoing Learning and Capability Development 11. Strategically Cultivate Mutually Beneficial Networks 12. Experiment With Self-Identities, Don’t Be Rigidly Defined By Them 13. Strategically Accumulate Power and Appropriately Use It 14. Strategically Target and Use Government Support 15. Cultivate Higher-Order Mental Skills 16. Conclusion: Underdog Entrepreneurs’ Most Enduring Asset Epilogue: What Journey Brought Me Here?

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully designed and illustrated baby record book by the creator of The Rainbow Snail records those precious memories from baby's first year. The book has space for photos, and notes, hand and footprints, and it covers sleeping, eating, friends, celebrations, and much more.

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Book SynopsisWhat’s Your Rich Life? An interactive journal from the bestselling author of I Will Teach You to Be Rich If someone asked you that question, would you know the answer? Most of us have never thought about what our Rich Life looks like beyond “Doing what I want, when I want.” Or, we’re told all our lives to save…but then what? How do we enjoy the results? Using this journal, you can finally give yourself the time to design your Rich Life. Work through eye-opening exercises and powerful prompts to understand how to: —Get to the root of your money beliefs and rewire them for the next chapter of your life. —Ask $30,000 questions instead of $3 ones. —Identify your Money Dials—the things you love spending on, like travel, eating out, health, or convenience—and develop a plan to spend more on what matters to you most. Once you know what your Rich Life looks like, you can start to live it. No more vague goals. No more procrastinating. Just beautiful, detailed vision and the confidence to make it real. So find a quiet room, grab a cup of coffee, and let’s get to work.

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Book SynopsisWHAT'S IMPORTANT TO YOU TODAY?What if five minutes could change your routine and change your day? What if you checked in with how you are feeling for just those few minutes, maybe sitting down over that cup of coffee or tea, or quietly sitting by the window before you head towards the shower?Writing things down has been shown to help people more successfully achieve their dreams and goals. It is a way to help us focus on what matters, prioritise what we are going to do for the day ahead and track our progress. Five Minutes in the Morning offers a beautiful space and creative exercises to encourage reflection and intention setting at the start of the day. ALL IT TAKES IS FIVE MINUTES IN THE MORNING.

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Book SynopsisWhat are the tipping points that encourage people to make significant changes to their behaviour? Here are ten stories of personal enlightenment and the practical changes they made. This book offers simple alternatives to mass-produced, shop-bought, highly packaged goods. People of all ages can develop the skills and courage to make, create and look after what they have, rather than throw away and buy new.Each chapter will show how to make something, with recipes and methods. The reader will be introduced to the idea of making things they've probably never even thought of making before (for example toothpaste or sanitary pads). This can be a revelation to and help people feel as if they have more control.The reader will hear about the journey of each of the makers and what made them change their perspective and what they believe in. Tips on how to change our behaviour; saving money; how to cut waste and reduce consumption; Tips on how to repair, reuse, recycle' and why.

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Book Synopsis"Read this important book to learn how cancer is an environmental, metabolic disease with many small causes that stack up—and what you can do to prevent or even reverse it."—Dave Asprey, New York Times bestselling author of The Bulletproof Diet The Optimal Terrain Ten Protocol to Reboot Cellular Health! The Metabolic Approach to Cancer offers an innovative, metabolic-focused nutrition protocol that works. Naturopathic, integrative oncologist and cancer survivor Dr. Nasha Winters and nutrition therapist Jess Higgins Kelley have identified the ten key elements of a person’s “terrain” (think of it as a topographical map of our body) that are crucial to preventing and managing cancer. Each of the terrain ten elements—including epigenetics, the microbiome, the immune system, toxin exposures, and blood sugar balance—is illuminated as it relates to the cancer process, then given a heavily researched and tested, non-toxic and metabolic, focused nutrition prescription. The ketogenic diet—which relies on the body’s production of ketones as fuel—is the centerpiece of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer. Further, Winters and Kelley explain how to harness the anticancer potential of phytonutrients abundant in low-glycemic plant and animal foods to address the 10 hallmarks of cancer—an approach Western medicine does with drug-based therapies. The optimized, genetically-tuned diet shuns: Grains Legumes Sugar Genetically modified foods Pesticides Synthetic ingredients The optimized, genetically-tuned diet emphasizes: Whole, wild foods Local Organic Ferments Heirloom Low-glycemic Other components of their approach include harm-reductive herbal therapies like mistletoe (considered the original immunotherapy and common in European cancer care centers) and cannabinoids (which shrink tumors and increase quality of life, yet are illegal in more than half of the United States). Through addressing the ten root causes of cancer and approaching the disease from a nutrition-focused standpoint, we can slow cancer’s endemic spread and live optimized lives. "The Metabolic Approach to Cancer is a powerhouse of detailed information on how to prevent, manage, and treat cancer. . . . It is written in an intimate conversation style that comes from decades of deep personal experience, research, and genuine passion."—Travis Christofferson, author of Tripping over the TruthTrade Review“The Metabolic Approach to Cancer explains why medicine has failed to find a single cure for cancer. Read this important book to learn how cancer is an environmental, metabolic disease with many small causes that stack up and what you can do to prevent or even reverse it. Taking control of your environment and your food gives you control over cancer! You’ll never look at sugar the same way again.”—Dave Asprey, New York Times bestselling author of The Bulletproof Diet; creator, Bulletproof Coffee“The Metabolic Approach to Cancer is a powerhouse of detailed information on how to prevent, manage, and treat cancer. How refreshing to see such a compilation of insight, structure, and sweeping scope, one that centers on the health of the entire individual, not just killing cancer cells alone. It is written in an intimate conversation style that comes from decades of deep personal experience, research, and genuine passion. It’s time to welcome a new gem to the universe of books on cancer.”—Travis Christofferson, author of Tripping over the Truth“Dr. Nasha Winters and Jess Higgins Kelley have written an important book, The Metabolic Approach to Cancer, that can help cancer patients better manage their disease. Most cancers, regardless of cell or tissue origin, are now recognized as a single metabolic disease that feeds on fermentable fuels like the sugar glucose and the amino acid glutamine. Winters and Kelley provide cancer patients with logical, nontoxic, therapeutic strategies for starving cancer cells of their prime fuels while enhancing overall patient health. This book will be a valuable resource for all cancer patients and their oncologists.”—Thomas N. Seyfried, PhD, author of Cancer as a Metabolic Disease“The Metabolic Approach to Cancer is the book I have been yearning for since my cancer diagnosis in 1989. I have been managing my cancer with nutrition and lifestyle, but my research has led to confusing and sometimes contradictory information. This book has everything I need to know in one place. I feel empowered with knowledge about what I can do and why it will make a difference. I want everyone touched by cancer to read this book.”—Jan Adrian, MSW, founder and director, Healing Journeys“In The Metabolic Approach to Cancer, Dr. Nasha Winters and Jess Higgins Kelley take the adage ‘knowledge is power’ to a new level. The book is packed with science-backed, practical, and highly relevant information that could easily overwhelm the reader. But rest assured, in a very caring way the two authors make sure you learn how to set priorities, address the main areas of concern first, and make step-by-step improvements to your well-being. This book has the power to truly transform your health!”—Patricia Daly, author of The Ketogenic Kitchen“The Metabolic Approach to Cancer is a terrific resource for anyone interested in treating cancer with natural therapies. This book is delightful and full of valuable information.”—Ann Fonfa, president, Annie Appleseed Project“In The Metabolic Approach to Cancer, Dr. Nasha Winters and nutritionist Jess Higgins Kelley expose the inadequacies inherent in the entrenched model of conventional cancer care. Looking beyond the manifestations of a body out of balance, they open the reader’s eyes to the underlying epigenetic changes that contribute to the development and progression of this devastating disease. Also included here is a set of tools—including nutrition, lifestyle, and metabolic therapies—that address the root cause of the problem. This integrated approach offers an opportunity to bring body and mind back into balance."—Miriam Kalamian, author of Keto for Cancer

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Book SynopsisMove over cupid here is the love potion we've all been waiting for!Containing 85 proven techniques, this fascinating guide reveals the recipe for making anyone fall head over heels in love with you.In this irresistible, witty guide, internationally-acclaimed relationships expert Leil Lowndes reveals the tips and secrets to helping you capture the heart of anyone you choose. This is your short-cut to sure-fire success in love.How To Make Anyone Fall In Love With You is packed full of information, social research and psychological insight into human behaviour, sexuality, body language, and the differences in how men and women think and communicate.You'll learn exactly how to use the secrets of attraction in your own life. Leil will show you:How to awaken primal sexual feelings in your partner,How to give first date butterflies,How to make a lasting impression,When to play hard to get and when not to,How to learn in one hour what will drive you partner wild in bed,And in short how to Trade ReviewPraise for Leil Lowndes: ‘Leil is the best. Absolutely the best!’ Sally Jessy Raphael Praise for How To Talk To Anyone: ‘Your ability to communicate with power and impact can change your life – and Leil shows you HOW! Truly extraordinary.’ Brian Tracy

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Book SynopsisIn 2016, Manson published The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck, a book that brilliantly gave shape to the ever-present, low-level hum of anxiety that permeates modern living.Trade Review“Just because everything appears to be a mess doesn’t mean you have to be one. Mark Manson’s book is a call to arms for a better life and better world and could not be more needed right now.” — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and Ego is the Enemy “Mark Manson continues to break down questions about human happiness and well-being in creative and unexpected ways. The result is a wonderfully accessible book that tackles some of the deeper questions about where our world is headed, as well as how to take better care of ourselves (and each other) until we get there.” — Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, Professor of Psychology at Columbia University and Host of The Psychology Podcast “Mark Manson has succeeded in explaining a crazy world to an entire generation by invoking hard science, moral philosophy, and gobs of hilarious wit. This book is guaranteed to make you laugh, question your beliefs, and (hopefully) change your life.” — Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable “Mark provides an antidote to our era of spiritual malaise with a much-needed tincture of laughter, practical advice and philosophical wisdom. His counterintuitive insight will keep a three-bourbon smile on your face the whole time you’re reading it.” — Eric Barker, bestselling author of Barking Up the Wrong Tree “While we’re all afraid of the evils in the world, Mark Manson shows us how to avoid the dark side in ourselves. A witty and enlightening book that we all need to read before throwing in the towel.” — Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and host of The Knowledge Project Podcast “Mark Manson is a master of thought-provoking and counterintuitive insights. His easy-to-read style will have you turning pages for hours.” — James Clear, New York Times bestselling author of Atomic Habits “Entertaining and thought-provoking . . . [Manson’s] dark-humored wit and blunt prose are both informative and engaging . . . Clever and accessibly conversational, Manson reminds us to chill out, not sweat the small stuff, and keep hope for a better world alive.” — Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisA thought-provoking and practical workbook with exercises to help you discover a career that is truly fulfilling. There are few questions harder or lonelier than, ‘What should I do with the rest of my working life?’ We are often simply meant to know the answer. But in private, some of us are acutely aware that we aren’t happy where we are and would love to find a way towards a job that is truly fulfilling. Tantalisingly, many of the answers we need to better direct our futures are inside us, but we need help getting them out, making sense of them and assembling them into a plan. This workbook contains a series of prompts, questions and essays designed to help us systematically understand more about our working identities and to guide us (with something like the skill of a great career therapist) towards an approach to work that will honour our talents and allow us to thrive.

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Book SynopsisBringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this “fascinating exploration of the importance of the outdoors to childhood development” (Kirkus Reviews) from a Swedish-American mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children.Could the Scandinavian philosophy of “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes” hold the key to happier, healthier lives for American children? When Swedish-born Linda Åkeson McGurk moved to Indiana, she quickly learned that the nature-centric parenting philosophies of her native Scandinavia were not the norm. In Sweden, children play outdoors year-round, regardless of the weather, and letting babies nap outside in freezing temperatures is common and recommended by physicians. Preschoolers spend their days climbing trees, catcTrade Review“Born and raised in Sweden with an ingrained appreciation for the outdoors, McGurk feels out of step with American culture when she tries to reproduce that childhood for her children in Indiana. Amusing interactions, such as one with a concerned motorist who passes her pushing her daughter in a stroller and walking her dog in midwinter, pepper the story….McGurk’s work will be encouraging to like-minded parents who feel American culture excessively emphasizes risk avoidance.” —Publishers Weekly "The author expertly combines personal memories of her childhood and that of her children with scientific data and research to show the significant disparities in the way children interact with nature in [the U.S. and Sweden]... A fascinating exploration of the importance of the outdoors to childhood development." —Kirkus Reviews "Linda McGurk offers a perfect antidote to the hyper-vigilant, extra-electrified, standardized-tested, house-arrested, 21st-century childhood and the experts who push it. Practical and wise, There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather proves just that, and much more.” —Richard Louv, bestselling author of LAST CHILD IN THE WOODS and VITAMIN N “There’s nothing I love more than an author who gives parents a reason to feel optimistic, instead of telling us how we’re ruining our kids forever by (fill in the blank with something you used to do without thinking twice). Linda Akeson McGurk is that optimism-granter. Plus, she’s funny. What a great package!” —Lenore Skenazy, author of FREE RANGE KIDS "What an enjoyable romp through all the pleasures, benefits, and joy that free play and nature offer! Swedish-born McGurk guides the reader through all the delights that a varied outdoor life can afford. The book is packed with personal anecdotes and scientific studies, which provide the reader with nuanced insights into the potentials of open-air life in the most beautiful way. Everyone all over the world can gain something from the valuable wisdom found in this book. As a strong supporter of free play and its importance for children's well-being, I highly recommend this book." —Iben Dissing Sandahl, author of PLAY THE DANISH WAY and THE DANISH WAY OF PARENTING "Children need fresh air, ample time to play, and freedom to take risks—something other cultures sometimes seem to understand far better than we do. In There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather, Linda Akeson McGurk takes us inside the fascinating world of Scandinavian parenting with its refreshing and essential perspective on childhood. This is a heartfelt manifesto on the importance of the sort of unhurried, nature-rich childhood that every American child deserves." —Christine Gross-Loh, author of THE PATH "Smart, friendly and Swedish. Packed with sane ideas that will get your children outside, independent, and filled with the joy of living. This book will open your eyes—or maybe tempt you to move to Sweden. Now: Go outside and play!" —Heather Shumaker, author of IT'S OK NOT TO SHARE and IT'S OK TO GO UP THE SLIDE "I could not put this book down! Linda McGurk not only offers a fresh perspective about parenting and outdoor play from a Scandinavian viewpoint, but she is a fabulous storyteller and will hook you on the first page.” —Angela Hanscom, author of BALANCED AND BAREFOOT "If There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather doesn’t make you want to move to Scandinavia, it will at least make you pledge to bring more Scandinavian habits into your life. With abundant warmth, humor, and important research, Linda Akeson McGurk makes the case for getting your family out into nature, no matter the season, and shares invaluable tips for enjoying the benefits of outdoor play, even in the land of mall-walking, videogames, and relentless academic pressure." —Susan Sachs Lipman, author of FED UP WITH FRENZY "Linda McGurk's compelling book There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather compares the Swedish and U.S. historical and current cultural differences in beliefs and practices regarding young children's exposure to nature. Linda's upbringing in Sweden meant that she had an enormous amount of outdoor time as a child, much like those of us who grew up in the U.S. prior to 1980. Unfortunately, within the last 30-40 years, childhood in the U.S. no longer automatically includes extended outdoor free play. Like Linda, many in the early childhood education field are worried about the well-documented negative consequences from this lack of outdoor time. Besides the obvious physical benefits of spending time in nature, there are proven mental health benefits as well. Additionally, when children bond with nature at an early age, they develop empathetic stewardship qualities which compel them to seek to protect the environment. It is heartening to know that there are still countries like Sweden which actively advocate and culturally support children's right to extended outdoor time. Hopefully we can begin to incorporate some of Sweden's friluftsliv—a love of open air life—into our cultural identity here in the U.S." —Erin Kenny, Co-founder and director of Cedarsong Nature School, author of FOREST KINDERGARTENS

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to transcend the limitations of the ego, relieve suffering, and advance your consciousness in this masterpiece from world-renowned author, psychiatrist, clinician, and spiritual teacher, David R. Hawkins, M.D., Ph.D.The now widely known Map of calibrated levels of Consciousness was presented in Power vs. Force in 1995 and has been translated into all the world's major languages. This was followed by The Eye of the I (2001), I: Reality and Subjectivity (2003), and Truth vs. Falsehood (2005), which explored the levels of Truth reflected throughout society.Transcending the Levels of Consciousness expands on this work and returns to the exploration of the ego's expressions and limitations, giving detailed explanations and instructions on how to transcend them.I consider myself a student of David Hawkins and return to his books and work time and time again. His wisdom deeply resonates with my lived experienTrade Review[A] beautiful gift of writing... [You] spread joy, love and compassion through what you write. The fruit of these three is peace, as you know... Mother Teresa Praise for Power vs Force: Perhaps the most important and significant book I've read in the past ten years. -- Dr Wayne W. Dyer New York Times bestselling author of Wishes Fulfilled

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Book SynopsisEssential guide for everything you need to know to keep relaxed through every day lifeRepackage of the phenomenally successful guide to dealing with nervous illness Self Help for Your Nerves. This guide offers the most comprehensive insight and advice into coping with nervous stress.Sufferers of nervous illness regard Self Help for Your Nerves as their bible many believe that if they had found it earlier they would have been saved years of unnecessary suffering.Dr Claire Weekes looks at:How the Nervous System WorksWhat is Nervous IllnessCommon factors in the development of nervous illnessRecurring Nervous AttacksPlus important chapters on depression, sorrow, guilt and disgrace, obsessions, sleeplessness, confidence, loneliness and agoraphobia.The book also shows the Dr Claire Weekes method, a practical programme on learning to take your place among people without fear.

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Book SynopsisStart Where You Are is an indispensable handbook for cultivating fearlessness and awakening a compassionate heart, from bestselling author Pema Chödrön. With insight and humour, she presents down-to-earth guidance on how to make friends with ourselves and develop genuine compassion towards others.This book shows how we can ''start where we are'' by embracing rather than denying the painful aspects of our lives.Pema Chödrön frames her teachings on compassion around fifty-nine traditional Tibetan Buddhist maxims, or slogans, such as: Always apply a joyful state of mind', Always meditate on whatever provokes resentment' and Be grateful to everyone'.Working with these slogans and through the practice of meditation, Start Where You Are shows how we can all develop the courage to work with our own inner pain and discover joy, well-being and confidence.Trade Review‘‘Pema’s deep experience and her fresh way of looking at things are like mountain water – clear and deep.’ Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry. ‘As one of Pema Chödrön’s grateful students, I have been learning the most pressing and necessary lesson of all: how to keep opening wider my own heart.’ Alice Walker ‘It is a lively and accessible take on ancient techniques for transforming terror and pain into joy and compassion.’ O, the Oprah Winfrey magazine

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