Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisEmily Wallis is an illustrator who uses traditional hand-drawn techniques to create titles including A Journey Through the Jungle and A Sea Voyage. Having completed her MA in Sequential Design and Illustration at the University of Brighton she now lives in Dorset and shares a studio with her husband who is a graphic designer. Her work was featured in Mrs Hinch: The Activity Journal.

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Book SynopsisKimberley Wilson is a Chartered Psychologist, author and visiting lecturer working in private practice in central London. She's a Governor of the Tavistock & Portman NHS Mental Health Trust and the former Chair of the British Psychological Society's Training Committee in Counselling Psychology. Kimberley's first book How to Build a Healthy Brain (Yellow Kite, 2020) explored how to look after both physical and mental well-being. She hosts Stronger Minds, a podcast on topics such as food, lifestyle, psychology and mental health. She's appeared on various TV shows including GMB and was a Great British Bake Off finalist.Trade ReviewThis is a really important book - identifying one of the most alarming ways that our poor diet hurts us. Our brains are as severely affected as our bodies. Packed with science, hope and a clear demand for much needed change. * Chris van Tulleken *A powerful book that breaks down the dangerous beliefs that food is just fuel and delivers an important message we can all get behind - eat for your body and your brain! With a mental health crisis on our hands and over 50% of our diets coming from UPFs the evidence Kimberley presents in this book will change lives and hopefully policy. * Professor Tim Spector *Kimberley Wilson kick-starts a hugely important conversation that not many are having. A powerful read. Everybody needs to read this book. * Fearne Cotton *Marks a transformation in our thinking about diets. With luck it may one day make our brains better, a development that is long overdue... an essential and urgent read. * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisLearn how to focus your mind, avoid distractions and improve long term concentration with handy advice, tips and practical tools In a world where technology is killing our attention spans and we're incapable of focusing for more than a short period of time - whether it's being addicted to endlessly scrolling TikTok, getting distracted by the constant ping of emails, picking up your phone multiple times a minute to check Instagram, or trying to do too many tasks at once - learn how to sharpen your concentration and make 'focus' your new super-power.Find Your Focus will look at how our attention spans work, why they are impacted, and provide exercises, tips and techniques to help improve your focus. Chapters could include things such as Mind Watching, Attention Seeking, Apply and Try, Memory Building and Distraction Busting, and will teach you how to notice when your focus is lacking and how to build healthy habits into everyday

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Book SynopsisEat yourself slim with this 21-day diet and fitness plan, including more than 80 healthy low-fat recipes and a range of aerobic and toning exercises for the whole body. With detailed planners, at-a-glance calorie counts and accessible routines, this book will enable you to transform yourself into a slimmer, healthier, more energized you.

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Book SynopsisWhile humanity faces unprecedented ecological and social challenges, advances in technology and our understanding of the mind are creating the conditions for a global renaissance. Weaving together personal transformation through transhumanism with a call for global collaboration, author Milan Kordestani presents an inspiring roadmap to a brighter future.Humanity stands at a crossroads. Technological development outpaces our confidence, with each innovation bringing both wonder and unease. We grapple with the fear of the unknown and the anxieties of a rapidly changing world. We wonder if new technologies will decimate our job market, increase inequality, or endanger our species. But what if the key to unlocking our full potential lies not in clinging to the familiar, but in embracing humanity’s potential for radical thinking? Moonshot Moments is a marriage of science, philosophy, history, and futurism. Bestselling author Milan Kordestani chronicles his journey to thrilling and unforeseen frontiers in our understanding of consciousness, the self, and humanity’s cosmic destiny. His exploration moves beyond the growing anxiety over rapid AI development to offer a unifying, transhumanist vision for the future of humankind. He delves into the biohacking of human consciousness, exploring how, amid a world offering both suffering and joy, we can cultivate presence and discover meaning in our lives. Readers will discover how to organize their own mindsets and work toward a collaborative community that is fueled by innovation, building a society that will spark solutions to tomorrow’s challenges. Moonshot Moments is not just a glimpse into a brighter future, it''s a blueprint for actively creating it.

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Book SynopsisNot your typical boring diet book, this is a tart-tongued, no-holds-barred wakeup call to all women who want to be thin.Trade ReviewHartford Courant "...incredibly informative and entertaining... Co-authors Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin provide tough-love talk mixed with facts and common sense... Freedman and Bamouin speak to the reader like a friend who isn't afraid to tell you what's on her mind. They back up their arguments by citing study after study and take the technical talk out of the discussion so as to make a more easily digested point. This is the first "diet" book I've ever read that has made me laugh out loud numerous times. That being said, since no one warned me, I'll let you in on a secret - the book will gross you out. In the same vein as Fast Food Nation, there are graphic descriptions of factory farming and unsanitary dairy farm practices. It was easy for me to put down Fast Food Nation but this book is so funny, I had to keep going. Almost immediately, I was one of the transformed. In fact, as soon as I got halfway through Chapter 4, "The Dead, Rotting Decomposing Flesh Diet", I had to call and change my dinner plans because I decided to go vegan on the spot.

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Book SynopsisTurn your kitchen into a secret weapon for losing up to 20 pounds in 28 days through the fat-burning power of food, with more than 200 simple, effective, mouthwatering, family-pleasing recipes, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fast Metabolism Diet “Haylie Pomroy provides real-life solutions for the problems plaguing our nation’s health.”—Mark Hyman, MD This essential companion to The Fast Metabolism Diet shows you how to cook your way to health through a plan that celebrates food, thrives on variety, and has you eating five to six times a day according to a three-phase plan strategically designed to keep your metabolism burning at lightning speeds. In Phase 1, you’ll cook to unwind stress and support your adrenals with hearty, nourishing breakfasts like Piping Hot Quinoa Cereal or Buckwheat Flapjacks and warm, home-style comfort food like Pasta and Simmered Tomato-Meat Sauce and Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie. During Phase 2, you’ll be cooking to unlock stored fat and feed the liver with huge, leafy salads like the Warm Asparagus and Turkey Bacon Salad and luxurious, protein-rich entrées like Lemon-Pepper Filet Mignon and Cabbage and Rosemary Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Greens. Then in Phase 3, it’s time to use your kitchen to unleash the burn and ignite the Fast Metabolism hormones with savory, high-healthy fat dishes like the Breakfast Burrito, Steak Fajita Avocado Lettuce Wraps, and Slow-Cooked Chicken Curry. You’ll prepare silky, dairy-free soups and stews like Creamy Leek and Cauliflower Soup and serve crowd-pleasing dinners like Gingered Shrimp and Veggie Stir Fry. The recipes in The Fast Metabolism Diet Cookbook include vegetarian and vegan dishes that even meat-lovers will enjoy, a wealth of gluten-free and allergy-friendly options, dozens of slow cooker meals that can be prepared in under five minutes, and more! Plus, Haylie offershelpful and affordable hints for cooking on each of the three phases and suggests food swaps to add even more variety to your cooking repertoire. Whether you’ve already achieved results on the Fast Metabolism Diet or are trying it for the first time, this is the ideal tool for making delicious, nutritious, home-cooked food for part of your Fast Metabolism lifestyle. So join Haylie in the kitchen and get ready to cook your way to a thinner, healthier you!

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Book SynopsisNo is not a dirty word. Follow author Natalie Lue’s six-step plan to find your no so you can create healthier boundaries and reconnect with your values and authentic self.Trade Review'Nat's book is the first place I recommend anyone going if they were to take back control of their life. Through simple tools, straightforward talking and compelling storytelling, Nat has created a boundaries bible.' * Emma Gannon, bestselling author of The Multi-Hyphen Method *'Natalie Lue is a leading voice on healthy boundaries. This is a beautiful, compassionate resource. Highly recommend it to you.' * Suzy Reading, psychologist and author of The Self-Care Revolution *'With her unrivalled insight into the ways of people pleasing, Natalie Lue nails the reasons why we continually say yes and gives us permission not to. Enjoy the joy of saying NO, relieved of guilt or obligation. Freedom awaits.' * Susanna Reid, presenter of ITV’s Good Morning Britain *

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Book SynopsisBeing a good mom isn''t about doing everything right to create a set of perfect trophy children--though every mom has felt the pressure to do just that and to do it all on her own. To ask for help feels like defeat. Yet when we try to do it all by our own strength, we end up depleted, lonely, and ineffective. Heather MacFadyen wants you to know that you are not meant to go it alone. Sharing her most vulnerable, hard mom moments, she shows how moms can be empowered by God, supported by others, and connected with their children. With encouragement and insight, she helps you foster the key relationships you need to be the mom you want to be.Whether you work or stay home, whether you have teenagers or babes in arms, you''ll find here a compassionate friend who wants the best--not just for your kids but for you.

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Book SynopsisSarah Moss has written several novels including the Sunday Times top ten bestseller Summerwater, and Ghost Wall, which was longlisted for the Women's Prize. She has also written a memoir, Names for the Sea, an account of her year living in Iceland. She was born in Glasgow and grew up in the north of England. After moving between Oxford, Canterbury, Reykjavik, west Cornwall and the Midlands, she now lives in Dublin, where she teaches English and creative writing at UCD.My Good Bright Wolf is her boundary-breaking memoir.

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Book SynopsisJoanna JoJo' Levesque is a chart-topping and award-winning singer, songwriter, actress and first-time author. At just thirteen years old, JoJo burst onto the scene with her self-titled debut album, whose breakout smash Leave (Get Out)' made her the youngest-ever solo artist to have a debut No. 1 single in the US. That album went on to sell over four million copies and became the singer's first platinum record, which she followed with a string of additional accomplishments, including another No. 1 single, Too Little Too Late', and another platinum album, The High Road. Since then, she's released several critically acclaimed studio albums, EPs and mixtapes, and started her own label, Clover Music. In 2020, JoJo's song with PJ Morton, Say So', won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song. JoJo has also appeared in movies such as Aquamarine and RV (opposite Robin Williams), and in 2023 she starred as Satine in Broadway's Tony Award-winning Moulin Rouge! The Musical. JoJo is currently writing her next chapter and lives in Los Angeles with her rescue dog, Agapé.

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Book SynopsisThe one where I became a mother... Charlotte Crosby is a woman of many talents - reality TV star, CBB winner, businesswoman extraordinaire, social media queen, star of the BBC's Charlotte in Sunderland - and now a MAM ! Since her number 1 Sunday Times bestseller Brand New Me, she has travelled the world, started a new family business, met the love of her life, supported her mum through breast cancer, suffered the loss of her beloved Nana Jean, and had baby daughter Alba, her perfect bundle of joy. In Me, Myself and Mini Me, Charlotte talks us through the rollercoaster of these last few years and opens up about the realities of pregnancy and parenthood, with her trademark warmth and humour. Packed full of heartfelt poems, flashbacks to hysterical life plans from years gone by, and touching letters to her younger self, Charlotte invites you to join her for the latest chapter of life in Crosby Manor.

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Book SynopsisKeep your brain young and healthy at any age with this practical workbook, taking you through the 12-week program from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Keep Sharp.Chief CNN medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta helped countless readers keep their brains sharp and effortlessly productive with Keep Sharp. In 12 Weeks to a Sharper You, he now provides a step-by-step 12-week program to help you put his transformational ideas into daily practice. As Dr Gupta writes, ''Change is a challenge, and changing long-established habits takes effort.'' But this workbook makes it easy to apply Gupta''s groundbreaking tips and research to establish healthy behaviours for life. The 12-week program will help you feel less anxious, sleep better, improve energy, think more clearly, and become more resilient to daily stress.Full of tips, quotations, and prompts, 12 Weeks to a Sharper You is the only guide you''ll need to keep your brain young and healthy at any age.

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Book Synopsis''A MIRACULOUS NOVEL'' MEGHA MAJUMDAR ''PLAYFUL AND PROFOUND . . . USING WRY HUMOUR TO DELIVER A DEAD SERIOUS MESSAGE'' MELISSA FU''A BONKERS STORY THAT READS LIKE A FINE TEN-COURSE MEAL'' GARY SHTEYNGARTA young cinephile leaves his rural village in India with big dreams, only to find himself trapped in menial jobs and forced to work off a debt he may never repay. In a small farming village in Punjab, India, a boy crouches over his brother''s phone in a rapeseed field watching clips of Godard''s Bande à part on YouTube. His name is Happy Singh Soni and when he''s not sleeping among the cabbages and eating sugary rotis, Happy dreams of becoming an actor, one who plays the melancholy roles; the sad, pretty boys, rare in Indian cinema. He plans a clandestine journey to Europe, where he''ll finally land a breakout role. After a nightmarish passage to Italy, Happy still manages to find relief in food and fantasyTrade ReviewPlayful, funny, and wildly free, Happy inhabits the seam between beauty and tragedy. A miraculous novel. -- MEGHA MAJUMDAR, author of A BurningA bonkers story that reads like a fine ten-course meal. -- GARY SHTEYNGART, author of Our Country FriendsWith an innovative form that is simultaneously playful and profound, Celina Baljeet Basra's HAPPY is outstanding! From the first to the final pages, I was completely charmed by Happy and his crew as they made their treacherous journey towards dreams of a better life. Using wry humour to deliver a dead serious message with laser-sharp lightness, Basra gives depth and definition to the unjust and inhumane conditions facing many migrants and undocumented workers. Read this book. -- MELISSA FU, author of Peach Blossom SpringRevealed in short snippets of imagined dialogue and interspersed with the perspectives of other characters and even inanimate objects, Happy's view of the world starts off as quirky and charming, but gains increasing pathos as the divide between his starry-eyed hopes and his increasingly hopeless reality grows. Happy's singular voice echoes long after the close to this striking story. * Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) *First-time novelist Basra delivers a damning indictment of capitalism, a system that swallows the global poor whole and spits out wasted humans. At the same time, Basra maintains a light touch; the novel wears its burdens with good humor. -- Poornima Apte * Booklist (Starred Review) *Happy presents: his world. A fragmented, kaleidoscopic whiz in-keeping with his dreamy, ever-optimistic outlook. Hardships are presented starkly but with humour, the worst of which we are spared in the moment by his glancing away, taking refuge in his own fantasies of superstardom. Immigration, drug abuse, gentrification, racism and death, Happy lives them fully until the book's surprising denoument. A fantastic little gem of a book. -- CHIKODILI EMELUMADU, author of Dazzling

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Book SynopsisFROM METRO NEWSPAPER''S FINANCE EXPERT, A GUIDE TO SAVING MONEY WITH CLEVER HINTS, TIPS AND HACKS.If it feels like your money doesn''t go as far as it did before, you''re right. The good news is that you can do something about it.Whether it''s reducing your food waste to save on your supermarket spending, getting more miles to the gallon on the road or beating retailers at their best tricks for getting you to spend more, there are thousands of ways to stretch your money - you just need to know where to look. In this book, finance expert Kara Gammell has divided the contents by topic so you can start in the areas of your life where you think you could make the biggest savings. You''ll find tips for entertaining the kids on a shoestring, money-saving hacks on booking your next summer break and many more . . . From laundry tips to multi-tasking kitchen tools, ingenious travel advice to getting the best out of customer service, the author dispenses no-nonsense advice that is incredibly easy to fit into your life, saving you much-needed cash along the way. Also touching on the bigger money questions like how and where to invest, which cashback schemes are the best and how to run a household in the most efficient and cost-effective way, this book will show you how.When life feels out of control, taking these little steps each day can help you feel like you are back in the driver''s seat. You''ll be surprised at how soon your savings can add up.

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Book Synopsis... And we''re back!Dads, we see you. In a perpetual state of Dad Mode, juggling work, family, an inexplicable desire to nap on the couch, and the sad notion that you''ve run out of corny jokes that seem to leave only you in stitches. But you couldn''t be more wrong. The Little Book of Epic Dad Jokes is a rib-tickling collection of the laugh-out-loud humour (otherwise known as the timeless art of dad jokes) that you''ve been waiting for. From classic one-liners to clever puns, this little book is packed with jokes that are guaranteed to make you chuckle (or groan) even more than last time. With more than 175 side-splitting jokes contained in this pocket-sized tome, this little book is powerfully packed with wholesome fatherly humour that will have Dads embracing their role as the king of jokes (even if it''s as cheesy as a slice of extra-large pizza).

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Book SynopsisBegin your path to a career in Education and Early Years with this T Level textbook that covers both the core content and the assisting teaching specialism content you will need to understand to be successful in your qualification. For first teaching from September 2023.Develop your understanding of the key principles, concepts, theories and skills that will give you a solid foundation of knowledge to support you during your industry placement.Created in partnership with NCFE and written by highly respected authors Penny Tassoni, Louise Burnham and Janet King, you can feel confident relying on the insights and experience of these experts.- Track and consolidate your learning using the learning outcomes at the beginning of every unit and Test Yourself questions throughout each unit- Ensure you don''t miss any important terminology with key terms highlighted and defined in context- Contextualise your learning with case studies, reflection tasks a

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Book SynopsisHarness ACT to live a healthier life Do you want to change your relationship with painful thoughts and feelings that are holding you back from making changes to improve your life? In Acceptance and Commitment Therapy For Dummies, you'll discover how to identify negative and unhealthy modes of thinking and apply Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles throughout your day-to-day life, creating a healthier, richer and more meaningful existence with yourself and others. Closely connected to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), ACT is an evidence-based, NICE-approved therapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies mixed in with commitment and behaviour-changing strategies to help people increase their psychological flexibility in both their personal and professional lives. With the help of this straightforward and authoritative guide, you'll find out how to target unpleasant feelings and not act upon themwithout sending yourself spiraling down the rabbit hole. The objectiTable of ContentsForeword xiiiIntroduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 5 Chapter 1: Introducing ACT 7 Chapter 2: Understanding that a Little Unhappiness Is Normal 17 Chapter 3: Developing Psychological Flexibility 29 Chapter 4: Living a Life with Meaning 45 Chapter 5: Moving Forward with Committed Action 57 Chapter 6: Overcoming Barriers to Living a Meaningful Life 67 Chapter 7: Being Present through Mindfulness 81 Chapter 8: Understanding Your ‘Selves’ 93 Part II: ACT Principles and Perspectives 107 Chapter 9: Counting the Cost of Avoiding Yourself 109 Chapter 10: Linking the Human Mind and Consciousness 119 Chapter 11: Tracing the Origins of ACT and Relational Frame Theory 129 Part III: ACT for Everyday Life 145 Chapter 12: Overcoming Work‐Related Stress 147 Chapter 13: Looking at Love and Relationships through an ACT Lens 159 Chapter 14: Dealing with Problem Anger 173 Chapter 15: Helping You Live with Chronic Pain 187 Part IV: Mental Health Issues from an ACT Perspective 197 Chapter 16: Addressing Anxiety with ACT 199 Chapter 17: Beating Depression with Acceptance and Committed Action 211 Chapter 18: Dealing with Addiction 225 Chapter 19: Recovering from Psychosis 237 Part V: The Part of Tens 247 Chapter 20: Ten Brief Exercises to Help You Live More Mindfully 249 Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Value‐Based Living 257 Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Overcome Fusion and Experiential Avoidance 265 Appendix: Further Sources 273 Index 277

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Book SynopsisA book about teams to help teams become more positive, united and connected. Worldwide bestseller the author of The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership shares the proven principles and practices that build great teams - and provides practical tools to help teams overcome negativity and enhance their culture, communication, connection, commitment and performance. Jon Gordon doesn't just research the keys to great teams, he has personally worked with some of the most successful teams on the planet and has a keen understanding of how and why they became great. In The Power of a Positive Team, Jon draws upon his unique team building experience as well as conversations with some of the greatest teams in history in order to provide an essential framework, filled with proven practices, to empower teams to work together more effectively and achieve superior results. Utilizing examples from the writing team who created the hit showTable of ContentsNo One Creates Success Alone 1 1 The Power of Positive 7 2 Positive Teams Create Positive Cultures 13 Create Your Culture 16 Culture Is Dynamic, Not Static 17 Make Your Bus Great 18 Make Your Culture a Priority 18 Invest in the Root 19 Decide to Be Vitamin C 21 The Power Is on the Inside 22 What Do We Want to Be? 22 3 Positive Teams Work Together toward a Shared Vision with a Greater Purpose 25 Shared Vision 28 Greater Purpose 28 Purpose-Driven Goals 29 Vision + Mission 31 Telescope and Microscope 32 Creating Billions and Winning Gold 32 The World’s Largest Family 34 The Table 35 Keep Your Vision and Purpose Alive 36 Make Your Vision and Purpose Come Alive 37 One Word 38 Make Sure Everyone Is on the Bus 39 Everyone Means Everyone 40 4 Positive Teams Work Together with Optimism, Positivity, and Belief 41 Stay Positive Together 43 Believe Together 44 Encourage Each Other 46 Feed the Positive Dog 47 Talk to Yourself 48 Replace Have To with Get To 49 Make the Next Opportunity Great 50 L.O.S.S. 50 Shark or Goldfish 52 Think Like Rookies 52 Defeat Murphy 53 Inside Out 54 Distort Reality 56 Fear or Faith 56 The Positivity Experiment 57 Don’t Stop Believing 59 The Best Is Yet to Come 60 5 Positive Teams Transform and Remove Negativity 63 No Energy Vampires Allowed 66 It Starts at the Culture Level 67 The First Step Is Transformation 68 Remove the Negativity 68 It’s Not Okay to Be Moody 70 Implement the No Complaining Rule 71 Weed and Feed 72 Positive Conflict 73 6 Positive Teams Communicate and Connect 77 Connection Is the Difference between Good and Great 80 It Starts with Communication 82 Where There Is a Void, Negativity Will Fill It 83 Fill the Void 84 One-on-One Communication 85 Why Don’t We Communicate? 85 On a Scale of 1 to 10 87 Listening Enhances Communication 88 Communicate to Connect 89 Team Beats Talent When Talent Isn’t a Team 89 Team + Talent 91 Team Building 93 It’s Worth It 97 Team Grit 99 7 Positive Teams Commit and Care 101 Play Your Notes 104 Team First 104 We before Me 107 Commitment Recognizes Commitment 109 Committing Makes Everyone Better 110 Serve to Be Great 111 Commit to Your Team 112 Do You Care? 113 Care More 114 Craftsmen and Craftswomen 115 You Can’t Fake It 116 8 Positive Teams Are Always Striving to Get Better 119 The One Percent Rule 122 Own the Boat 122 Elite of the Elite 123 Love and Accountability 124 Family and Team 125 Love Tough 127 Positive Discontent 127 Tell-the-Truth Mondays 128 Have the Difficult Conversations 129 Like versus Love 130 Forged in the Fire 132 9 We Are Better Together 133 Meraki 140 Are You a Real Team? 143 11 Thoughts about Teamwork 145 References 147 Let us help you build a Positive, United,and Connected Team 149 Power of a Positive Team Resources 151 Positive U 152 Other Books by Jon Gordon 153

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 About This Book 1 Foolish Assumptions 2 Icons Used in This Book 2 Beyond the Book 3 Where to Go from Here 3 Part 1: Pilates Basics 5 Chapter 1: A Pilates Primer 7 The Basics of Pilates 8 Pilates uses a series of exercises 10 Understanding the powerhouse and the core 11 The Eight Great Principles of Pilates 14 Control 14 Breath 15 Flowing movement 16 Precision 16 Centering 17 Stability 17 Range of motion 19 Opposition 19 What You Need to Get Started 20 Chapter 2: Get Ready, Get Set 21 Combining Pilates with Other Forms of Exercise 21 Keeping Your Eyes on the Prize: How You Benefit from Pilates 22 Finding your center 22 Mastering the mental component 23 Helping your spine, the axis of life 23 Improving your sex life 24 Looking good: Pilates and the body beautiful 26 Seeing Is Believing: Some Pilates Images 30 Chapter 3: Getting on a Mat and Talking Pilates Terms 33 Deciding Whether Mat Exercises Are Right for You 34 Learning the Pilates Alphabet 35 Neutral Spine 37 Abdominal Scoop 38 Bridge 38 C Curve 39 Hip-Up 41 Levitation 42 Balance Point 42 Stacking the Spine 44 Pilates Abdominal Position 45 Pilates First Position 45 Part 2: Mat Exercises 49 Chapter 4: Pre-Pilates: The Fundamentals 51 A Word of Caution 52 The Series in This Chapter 53 Breathing in Neutral Spine 53 Getting set 54 The exercise 54 Do’s and don’ts 54 Shoulder Shrugs 54 Getting set 54 The exercise 55 Do’s and don’ts 55 Shoulder Slaps 55 Getting set 56 The exercise 56 Do’s and don’ts 56 Arm Reaches/Arm Circles 57 Getting set 57 The exercise 57 Do’s and don’ts 57 Coccyx Curls 59 Getting set 59 The exercise 59 Do’s and don’ts 60 Tiny Steps 61 Getting set 61 The exercise 61 Do’s and don’ts 62 Upper Abdominal Curls 62 Getting set 63 The exercise 63 Do’s and don’ts 63 Hip-Up 64 Getting set 64 The exercise 65 Do’s and don’ts 65 Modification 65 C Curve Roll Down Prep 66 Getting set 67 The exercise 67 Do’s and don’ts 68 Balance Point/Teaser Prep 68 Getting set 69 The exercise 69 Do’s and don’ts 71 Modifications 71 Rolling Like a Ball, Modified 71 Getting set 72 The exercise 72 Do’s and don’ts 72 Modification 73 Chapter 5: Now That You’ve Got the Basics Down: The Beginning Mat Series 75 The Series in This Chapter 76 Coccyx Curls 76 Upper Abdominal Curls 77 Hundred, Beginning Level 78 Getting set 78 The exercise 78 Do’s and don’ts 79 Balance Point/Teaser Prep 80 Hip-Up 80 Rolling Like a Ball 81 Getting set 82 The exercise 82 Do’s and don’ts 82 Modification 82 Single Leg Stretch 83 Getting set 83 The exercise 84 Do’s and don’ts 84 Rising Swan 85 Getting set 85 The exercise 85 Do’s and don’ts 86 Roll Down 87 Getting set 87 The exercise 88 Do’s and don’ts 88 Modification 88 Bridge 89 Getting set 89 The exercise 90 Variation 90 Do’s and don’ts 90 Spine Stretch Forward 92 Getting set 92 The exercise 92 Do’s and don’ts 93 Modifications 94 Side Kicks 94 Getting set 94 The exercise 94 Do’s and don’ts 95 Modification 95 Chapter 6: Feeling Stronger Every Day: Intermediate Mat Exercises 97 The Series in This Chapter 98 Hundred, Intermediate Level 99 Getting set 99 The exercise 99 Do’s and don’ts 100 Modification 100 Roll Up 101 Getting set 102 The exercise 102 Do’s and don’ts 102 Rolling Like a Ball 103 Single Leg Stretch 104 Double Leg Stretch 105 Getting set 105 The exercise 105 Do’s and don’ts 106 Modification 107 Crisscross 107 Getting set 107 The exercise 107 Do’s and don’ts 108 Scissors 108 Getting set 109 The exercise 109 Do’s and don’ts 109 Open Leg Rocker 110 Getting set 111 The exercise 111 Do’s and don’ts 112 Single Leg Kick 112 Getting set 112 The exercise 112 Do’s and don’ts 114 Double Leg Kick 114 Getting set 114 The exercise 114 Do’s and don’ts 115 Side Kicks 116 Teaser, Modified 116 Getting set 117 The exercise 117 Do’s and don’ts 118 Modification 119 The Seal 119 Getting set 119 The exercise 120 Do’s and don’ts 121 Modification 122 Chapter 7: More Than a Washboard: The Advanced Mat Series 123 The Series in This Chapter 124 Hundred, Advanced Version 125 Getting set 125 The exercise 125 Do’s and don’ts 126 Modifications 127 Roll Up 127 Rollover 128 Getting set 128 The exercise 128 Do’s and don’ts 129 Modifications 129 Rolling Like a Ball 130 Single Leg Stretch 131 Double Leg Stretch 132 Crisscross 133 Scissors 133 Spine Stretch Forward 134 Open Leg Rocker 135 Rising Swan 136 The Saw 137 Getting set 137 The exercise 138 Do’s and don’ts 138 Single Leg Kick 139 Double Leg Kick and Rest 140 Neck Pull 141 Getting set 141 The exercise 141 Do’s and don’ts 143 Modification 143 Shoulder Bridge 143 Getting set 143 The exercise 144 Do’s and don’ts 144 Spine Twist 145 Getting set 145 The exercise 146 Do’s and don’ts 147 The Jackknife 147 Getting set 147 The exercise 148 Do’s and don’ts 148 Modifications 149 Side Kicks 150 Teaser, Advanced Version 150 Getting set 150 The exercise 151 Do’s and don’ts 151 Modifications 151 Hip Flexor Stretch 154 Hip Circles 154 Getting set 155 The exercise 155 Do’s and don’ts 155 Swimming 156 Getting set 156 The exercise 156 Do’s and don’ts 157 Modification 158 Control Front 158 Getting set 158 The exercise 158 Do’s and don’ts 159 Modification 161 Kneeling Side Kicks 161 Getting set 161 The exercise 161 Do’s and don’ts 162 Modification 162 Side Bend/Advanced Mermaid 162 Getting set 163 The exercise 163 Do’s and don’ts 163 Modification 164 The Seal 164 Pilates Push-Up 165 Getting set 165 The exercise 166 Do’s and don’ts 166 Modifications 168 Chapter 8: Maybe Someday Super Advanced Exercises 169 Exercises in This Chapter 170 The Twist 170 Getting set 170 The exercise 170 Do’s and don’ts 171 Modification 171 Control Balance 172 Getting set 173 The exercise 173 Do’s and don’ts 174 Modification 174 Corkscrew 175 Getting set 175 The exercise 175 Do’s and don’ts 177 Super Advanced Teaser 177 Getting set 178 The exercise 178 Do’s and don’ts 178 Modification 178 Swan Dive 180 Getting set 180 The exercise 180 Do’s and don’ts 181 The Star 181 Getting set 182 The exercise 182 Do’s and don’ts 183 Modification 183 Boomerang 184 Getting set 184 The exercise 184 Do’s and don’ts 186 Chapter 9: Extra Help for the Butt and Thighs 187 Engaging Your Butt 188 Exercises in This Chapter 189 Getting Started on the Side Kick Series 189 Side Kicks (Beginning) 190 Bicycle (Beginning) 191 Getting set 191 The exercise 191 Do’s and don’ts 191 Up/Down in Parallel (Beginning) 193 Getting set 193 The exercise 193 Do’s and don’ts 193 Butt Cruncher (Beginning) 194 Getting set 194 The exercise 194 Do’s and don’ts 195 Inner Thigh Pulses (Beginning) 196 Getting set 196 The exercise 196 Do’s and don’ts 196 Up/Down in Turnout (Beginning) 197 Getting set 197 The exercise 197 Do’s and don’ts 198 Up/Down with Passé (Intermediate) 199 Getting set 199 The exercise 199 Do’s and don’ts 199 Figure 8 (Intermediate) 201 Getting set 201 The exercise 201 Do’s and don’ts 202 Grande Ronde de Jambe (Advanced) 203 Getting set 203 The exercise 203 Do’s and don’ts 204 Chapter 10: Meow! Stretching the Spine 205 Spine Stretches in This Chapter 206 Basic Cat (Beginning) 207 Getting set 207 The exercise 207 Do’s and don’ts 207 Hunting Cat (Beginning) 208 Getting set 208 The exercise 209 Do’s and don’ts 209 Mermaid (Intermediate) 210 Getting set 210 The exercise 211 Do’s and don’ts 211 Sexy Spine Stretch (Beginning) 212 Getting set 213 The exercise 213 Do’s and don’ts 213 Part 3: Beyond The Mat: Exercises Using Equipment and Accessories 215 Chapter 11: Plastic Foam Never Felt So Good: The Roller 217 Exercises in This Chapter 218 Shoulder Slaps 218 Getting set 218 The exercise 219 Do’s and don’ts 220 Arm Reaches/Arm Circles 220 Getting set 220 The exercise 220 Do’s and don’ts 221 Chicken Wings 222 Getting set 222 The exercise 223 Do’s and don’ts 223 Angels in the Snow 224 Getting set 224 The exercise 224 Do’s and don’ts 225 Tiny Steps on Roller 225 Getting set 226 The exercise 226 Do’s and don’ts 227 The Swan on Roller 227 Getting set 227 The exercise 227 Do’s and don’ts 228 Chapter 12: Abracadabra! The Magic Circle or a Small Ball 229 Exercises in This Chapter 230 Deep Abdominal Cue (Fundamental) 230 Getting set 231 The exercise 231 Do’s and don’ts 231 Upper Abdominal Curls (Fundamental) 232 Getting set 232 The exercise 232 Do’s and don’ts 232 Bridge (Beginning) 233 Getting set 233 The exercise 234 Do’s and don’ts 234 Rollover (Advanced) 235 Getting set 235 The exercise 235 Do’s and don’ts 235 Modifications 236 Open Leg Rocker (Intermediate) 237 Getting set 237 The exercise 238 Do’s and don’ts 239 Around the World (Advanced) 239 Getting set 239 The exercise 239 Do’s and don’ts 240 Eccentric Abdominal Curl Series (Beginning) 242 Getting set 242 The exercise 242 Do’s and don’ts 242 Modifications 242 Swan with Small Ball (Beginning) 244 Getting set 244 The exercise 244 Do’s and don’ts 244 Swan Push Ups or Playful Dog or Perfect Push-up (Beginning) 245 Getting set 245 The exercise 246 Do’s and don’ts 246 Chapter 13: Band-Aid: Using Bands to Enhance Your Pilates Routine 247 Exercises in This Chapter 248 Standing Bicep Curls 249 Getting set 249 The exercise 249 Do’s and don’ts 249 Squat with Tricep Press 251 Getting set 251 The exercise 251 Do’s and don’ts 251 Mini Lunge with Bicep Curls 252 Getting set 252 The exercise 253 Do’s and don’ts 254 Power Lunge with Tricep Press 254 Getting set 254 The exercise 254 Do’s and don’ts 255 Advanced variation 255 Second Position Pectoral Stretch 256 Getting set 257 The exercise 257 Do’s and don’ts 257 Second Position Rotator Cuff 259 Getting set 259 The exercise 259 Do’s and don’ts 259 Second Position Rhomboids 261 Getting set 261 The exercise 261 Do’s and don’ts 261 Chapter 14: Size Does Matter: Exercises on the Big Ball 263 Exercises in This Chapter 264 Roll Downs (Beginning) 265 Getting set 265 The exercise 265 Upper Abdominal Curls (Intermediate) 266 Getting set 267 The exercise 267 Do’s and don’ts 268 Modifications 268 Open Back Stretch (Intermediate) 269 Getting set 269 The exercise 269 Do’s and don’ts 271 Bridge on the Ball (Beginning) 271 Getting set 271 The exercise 271 Modification 272 Do’s and don’ts 273 Plank on the Ball (Intermediate) 274 Getting set 274 The exercise 274 Modification 275 Do’s and don’ts 276 Knees to Chest (Intermediate) 276 Getting set 276 Modification 278 Do’s and don’ts 279 The Up Stretch (Advanced) 279 Getting set 279 The exercise 280 Do’s and don’ts 281 Lana Turner Stretch (Beginning) 281 Getting set 281 The stretch 281 Chapter 15: Hitting the Wall for a Pilates Cool-Down 283 Exercises in This Chapter 284 Arm Circles on the Wall 284 Getting set 284 The exercise 284 Do’s and don’ts 286 Modification 286 Squats Against the Wall 287 Getting set 287 The exercise 287 Do’s and don’ts 288 Modifications 289 Rolling Down the Wall 289 Getting set 290 The exercise 290 Do’s and don’ts 290 Chapter 16: Springs Are Busting Out All Over: An Overview of Pilates Equipment 293 Why Equipment? 294 For help with basic movements 294 For help doing the exotic stuff 295 For strengthening the limbs 295 For long, lean muscles 295 For emphasizing control 295 A Rundown of the Equipment 297 A medieval torture device with comfy upholstery: The Universal Reformer 297 It can double as a piece of furniture: The Wunda Chair 298 Drivers wanted: The Cadillac 299 A Cadillac that doesn’t need a two-car garage: The Pilates Springboard 303 Part 4: Special Situations 307 Chapter 17: Pilates for the Pregnant and Recently Pregnant 309 What Happens to a Pregnant Body? 310 Prenatal Guidelines 311 Choose the right exercises 311 Don’t overstretch 311 Be moderate 312 Prenatal Exercises 312 Pilates exercises to do 313 Pilates-Kegel exercises 315 4 on the Floor (a.k.a. Quadruped) 316 Squats against the Wall with an Exercise Ball 319 Deep Squats with an Exercise Ball 321 Postnatal Guidelines 323 Diastasis Recti: More common than you think! 324 Transversus Wrap 325 Chapter 18: Special Routines for Special Situations 327 Benefiting from Pilates If You’re Older 327 Reducing Pain in Your Neck and Shoulders 329 Easing Your Back Pain with Pilates 330 Understanding the common causes of lower back pain 330 Avoiding loaded flexion 331 Flexing your hip to save your spine 332 Being your own guide 333 Osteoporosis and Herniated Discs 334 Exercises to focus on if you have osteoporosis or a herniated disc 334 Exercises to avoid if you have osteoporosis or a herniated disc 335 Part 5: The Part of Tens 337 Chapter 19: The Ten Most Important Exercises 339 Coccyx Curls 339 Upper Abdominal Curls 340 Tiny Steps 340 Quadruped 341 Bridge 341 Roll Down and Roll Up 341 Rising Swan 342 Side Kicks 342 Swimming 342 Cat Stretches 343 Chapter 20: Ten Changes You Can Expect to See from Pilates 345 A Firmer Butt 345 Longer and Leaner Musculature 346 Better Posture 346 Forward head posture 347 Uptight posture 347 Poochy belly posture 349 A Flatter Tummy 350 Less Back Pain 350 More Flexibility 351 Better Sex 351 More Awareness 351 Better Balance 352 Greater Strength 352 Chapter 21: Ten Simple Ways to Incorporate Pilates into Your Everyday Life 353 Do the Basic Cat Stretch Every Morning 353 Visualize Better Posture 354 Keep Your Belly Scoop Whenever You Can 354 Keep Your Shoulders Relaxed and Pulling Down Your Back 354 Remember to Breathe Deeply 355 Get a Lumbar Support Pillow for Work and Your Car 355 Sit Up Tall when Working 355 Sit on a Big Ball at Work 356 Get a Cervical Pillow for Your Bed 356 Walk the Right Way 357 Chapter 22: Ten Questions to Ask When Choosing a Studio or Instructor 359 Is Your Instructor Certified? 359 How Many Hours Was the Certification Course? 360 How Long Has Your Instructor Been Teaching? 360 Is Your Instructor Trained in Rehabilitation? 361 Does Your Instructor Give a Challenging Workout? 361 Does the Studio Offer Group Classes on the Mat and/or the Equipment? 362 Is the Studio Fully Equipped? 362 Does the Studio Offer a Discount for a Class Series? 362 How Much Is Too Much for a Pilates Session? 363 Who Manages the Studio? 363 Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Complement Your Pilates Workout 365 Dancing 365 Doing Yoga 366 Eating Light 366 Getting a Massage 367 Meditating 367 Swimming 367 Myofascial Release (the MELT method) 368 Taking Hot Baths 368 Using Aerobic Machines 368 Walking 369 Index 371

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Book SynopsisFrances Trought has worked in Higher Education for the past 15 years both as an academic and in support of students developing their employability skills. She has worked with the following institutions: London South Bank University, Coventry University, University of East London and Pearson College London. Frances is currently the Head of Student Talent Development at Pearson College London, devising opportunities for students to develop their employability skills. She is also an Employability Consultant developing courses, delivering guest lectures and coaching students one to one. Frances has partnered with Shell UK Plc, Manpower and alumni to develop opportunities for students. Frances is passionate about employability and has 1,000+ followers on Twitter.  Table of Contents Employability skills valued by employers Global business needs global graduates Employability in and out of the lecture theatre The job market Social media, jobs and you Career planning Finding a job Developing an employable you Communicating your employability Your employability journey

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Book SynopsisJo Owen has worked with over 100 organisations around the world in most major industries and has written 15 books on leadership and management including the best-selling How to Lead, How to Manage and Tribal Business School. He is the founder of eight charities which have a collective turnover of 100 million and was awarded the OBE by the Queen for starting Teach First which is now the largest graduate recruiter in the UK.  He built a business in Japan without speaking Japanese; he created HBOS business banking; was a partner at Accenture and started his career at P&G. Jo also has spent eight years working with tribes across the world to discover how they survive and succeed, and what businesses can learn from them.Table of Contents 1 Think well, live well: the power of optimism 2 See light in the darkness: the power of emotional intelligence 3 Be kind to yourself: the power of FAST thinking 4 Control your destiny: the power of self-belief 5 Reach out: the power of connections and networks 6 Recharge your batteries: the power of recovery 7 Stay mindful: the power of choice 8 Craft your mission: the power of purpose 9 Keep on learning: the power of growth 10 Find your sanctuary: the power of culture Conclusion: choose your path

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Book SynopsisPam Hamilton is considered a world expert on teamwork, including workshop design, facilitation, innovation, capability building and behaviour change. MD of Paraffin, Pam and her team lead global behaviour change programmes for the biggest companies in the world including Diageo, Unilever, GSK, ABI, Essity, BBC, ITV, Pernod Ricard, Tesco and others. Pam is also extending her work into the Public Sector, and is currently working intensively with Portsmouth City Council, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council, The Royal Navy, and The Ministry of Housing on a number of public sector collaboration projects.Table of Contents 1. Why supercharge your team? 2. Choose your team 3. Find more time 4. What goals do you want to achieve? 5. Find your motivation 6. Agree what you will deliver, and when 7. Ways to work together 8. Dealing with conflict 9. Get support from leaders 10. Engage your stakeholders 11. Build a new culture 12. What do teams look like in the future? 13. Using Supercharged Teams and the 30 tools in your team

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Book SynopsisRichard Templar is the author of the international bestselling Rules books. Over 2 million people around the world have enjoyed and now play by Richard Templar's Rules. The complete list of titles is as follows: The Rules of Life, The Rules of Work, The Rules of Management, The Rules of Wealth, The Rules of Parenting, The Rules of Love, The Rules to Break, The Rules of People, The Rules of Thinking, and The Rules of Living Well.Table of Contents1 “Success is a good job earning lots of money”  Rule 1: Success is what you say it is 2 “Some people are just born lucky”  Rule 2: Don't envy other people 3 “You need the right qualifications”  Rule 3: Exams aren't the be all and end all 4 “Your parents are always right”  Rule 4: Don't expect your parents to be perfect 5 “Your parents are responsible for how you turn out”  Rule 5: Give your parents a break 6 “The world is against you”  Rule 6: You're responsible for your own life 7 “We all have an absolute right to be respected”  Rule 7: There's a balance between the right to respect, and tolerance 8 “You can choose your friends but you can't choose your family”  Rule 8: Your siblings should be your best friends for life 9 “Teacher knows best”  Rule 9: Getting on at school is not the same as getting on in life 10 “Have something to say for yourself”  Rule 10: If you find it hard to talk, try listening 11 “Some people are just difficult”  Rule 11: No one chooses to be difficult without a reason 12 “Don't waste your time on people who aren't worth it”  Rule 12: Suffer fools gladly. Well, suffer them, anyway 13 “You can't be cheerful if you're in pain”  Rule 13: Pain doesn't have to make you miserable 14 “Good work speaks for itself”  Rule 14: No one at work will know how good you are unless you tell them 15 “Do what it takes to get what you want”  Rule 15: Don't emotionally blackmail people 16 “A place for everything, and everything in its place”  Rule 16: It's not morally superior to be tidy 17 “It matters what other people think”  Rule 17: Don't live for other people's approval 18 “Give as good as you get”  Rule 18: You get what you give 19 “Stick with your own kind”  Rule 19: Your friends don't all need to be like you 20 “The best things in life are free”  Rule 20: Everything worth having hurts 21 “You can change people”  Rule 21: Don't try to change people 22 “It's where you're going that matters, not where you came from”  Rule 22: Be proud of your roots 23 “Friends are for life”  Rule 23: Friends come and go 24 “Mistakes are a bad thing”  Rule 24: Mistakes can be good 25 “Be a friend to everybody”  Rule 25: You don't have to like everyone 26 “. . . and everybody will be your friend”  Rule 26: . . . and not everyone will like you 27 “If you don't like it, tough” 56 Rule 27: Remember, you have a choice 28 “You need to get your chores over with”  Rule 28: Life's all about the little things 29 “Stay true to your dreams”  Rule 29: Priorities change over the years 30 “People have a right to know”  Rule 30: Know how to keep a secret 31 “Face your fears”  Rule 31: Replace the bad thoughts 32 “Make a New Year's resolution every year”  Rule 32: You can't change habits unless you want to 33 “Respect the elderly”  Rule 33: Respect everyone 34 “Look after number one”  Rule 34: Helping other people makes you feel good about yourself 35 “If you're in the firing line, keep your head down”  Rule 35: They can't walk all over you unless you're lying down 36 “Just ignore the bullies”  Rule 36: Don't let 'em bully you 37 “Think on your feet”  Rule 37: Be in control 38 “What you do is more important than why you do it”  Rule 38: Be honest with yourself 39 “You can judge a book by its cover”  Rule 39: Everyone has a backstory 40 “Put the past behind you”  Rule 40: You have to deal with your stuff before you can get on with your life 41 “What about me?”  Rule 41: It's not all about you 42 “Just once won't hurt”  Rule 42: Don't let bad habits get a foot in the door 43 “Be spontaneous”  Rule 43: Listen to the voices in your head 44 “Take one step at a time”  Rule 44: If you want big things to change, you have to make big changes 45 “The best people will be there for you for life”  Rule 45: People come and go, and it's OK 46 “Enjoy yourself while you're young”  Rule 46: Your body is for life 47 “Borrowing is OK so long as you can pay it back”  Rule 47: Don't get into debt 48 “Be generous”  Rule 48: Never lend money unless you're prepared to write it off 49 “Believe you're the best”  Rule 49: Know your real worth 50 “Don't allow people to make you feel bad”  Rule 50: The only thing you can control is you 51 “Some people just get to you”  Rule 51: No one can make you feel anything 52 “You can't help how you feel”  Rule 52: You feel what you think 53 “Actions speak louder than words”  Rule 53: Don't take anyone for granted 54 “Avoid unnecessary displays of emotion”  Rule 54: Say thank you out loud 55 “The internet makes you anonymous”  Rule 55: The Rules don't stop online 56 “Always seek to improve yourself”  Rule 56: Accept your shortcomings 57 “Strive for perfection”  Rule 57: Perfection can be a handicap 58 “You are the product of your genes”  Rule 58: You are the sum of your experiences (so make them good) 59 “Tomorrow is another day”  Rule 59: How you spend your day is how you spend your life 60 “There aren't enough hours in the day”  Rule 60: Know your limitations 61 “Always get off on the right foot from the start”  Rule 61: Bide your time to make a good impression 62 “Confident people know where they're going”  Rule 62: Everyone else is as lost as you 63 “Stand out from the crowd”  Rule 63: There's a fine line between being ubercool and being a total prat 64 “Appearances matter”  Rule 64: Be happy with the way you look 65 “It's just a drop in the ocean”  Rule 65: The insignificant is important 66 “The job comes first”  Rule 66: Don't mistake your career for your life 67 “Get it all out in the open”  Rule 67: Avoid conflict 68 “If you know you're in the right, don't back down”  Rule 68: Don't be afraid of compromise 69 “Some people are just asking for it”  Rule 69: Keep the moral high ground 70 “It's good to let your feelings out”  Rule 70: Don't trample on other people's emotions 71 “No one is perfect”  Rule 71: Be on the side of the angels, not the beasts 72 “Meet your deadlines”  Rule 72: Keep ahead of deadlines 73 “Give good advice”  Rule 73: Don't give advice 74 “Let people know when you're right”  Rule 74: Never say ‘I told you so' 75 “Stick to what you're good at”  Rule 75: Stretch yourself 76 “You've a right to be treated fairly” Rule 76: Stop expecting life to be fair 77 “The more you learn about a subject, the more of an expert you become”  Rule 77: The more you know, the more you don't 78 “You can't learn anything from a fool”  Rule 78: Learn from other people's mistakes 79 “If you're going to do something, do it properly”  Rule 79: You don't have to jump in the deep end 80 “Stick with what you know”  Rule 80: Step out of your comfort zone 81 “People will judge you by what you own”  Rule 81: Don't try to keep up with the Joneses 82 “Hide your mistakes”  Rule 82: Remember, you could be wrong – someone has to be 83 “Live in the present”  Rule 83: Keep perspective 84 “Know what you want”  Rule 84: You don't have to know what you want 85 “Guilt tells you where you're going wrong”  Rule 85: Don't do guilt 86 “Someone will make it better”  Rule 86: Pick yourself up (no one else will do it for you) 87 “Think through your problems”  Rule 87: Thinking hard doesn't always help 88 “Narrow down your options”  Rule 88: Look at all the options 89 “Stick to a plan”  Rule 89: Life is unpredictable 90 “Trust no one”  Rule 90: Trust everyone 91 “Trust everyone”  Rule 91: Trust no one 92 “Sometimes you need a good moan”  Rule 92: There are people who moan, and people who just get on with it 93 “Don't sacrifice yourself for a relationship”  Rule 93: It's the compromises that make relationships worth having 94 “Feelings should be rational”  Rule 94: Feelings aren't right or wrong – they just are 95 “Eat, drink and be merry . . .”  Rule 95: Stay alive 96 “I want doesn't get”  Rule 96: Ask for what you want 97 “If it ain't broke, don't fix it”  Rule 97: Look up 98 “Find yourself a safe job”  Rule 98: Follow your passion 99 “Protect your property”  Rule 99: People are more important than things 100 “You can't change horses in midstream”  Rule 100: It's never too late to start following the real Rules Rules to follow  1 No man is an island  2 Two wrongs don't make a right  3 When in Rome, do as the Romans  4 Don't judge a book by its cover  5 For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction  6 There's no such thing as a free lunch  7 Do as you would be done by  8 The pen is mightier than the sword  9 Keep dry, and away from children  10 Give it time 

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Body Language 7 Chapter 1: Exploring the Fundamentals of Body Language 9 Chapter 2: Looking Closer at Nonverbal Behavior 33 Part 2: Starting at the Top 47 Chapter 3: Heading to the Heart of the Matter 49 Chapter 4: Watching Facial Expressions 65 Chapter 5: Eyeing the Situation 81 Chapter 6: Mastering Lip Reading 99 Part 3: Letting the Limbs Do the Talking 115 Chapter 7: Taking It from the Torso 117 Chapter 8: Arming Yourself 137 Chapter 9: Letting Your Hands Do the Talking 153 Chapter 10: Standing Your Ground 175 Chapter 11: Playing with Props 187 Part 4: Putting the Body into Social and Business Context 199 Chapter 12: Being Aware of Space and Distance 201 Chapter 13: Rating, Dating, and Mating: Sensual and Sexual Body Language 219 Chapter 14: Interviewing, Influencing, and Playing Politics 237 Chapter 15: Crossing the Cultural Divide 257 Chapter 16: Communicating in Challenging Circumstances 275 Part 5: The Part of Tens 289 Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Read Other People 291 Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Demonstrate Confidence 299 Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Improve Your Nonverbal Communication 305 Index 313

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Book SynopsisJonquil Lowe is an economist and author specializing in personal finance. With a background in stockbroking and then as head of money research at Which?, her career spans 40 years and around 30 books. She is Senior Lecturer in Economics and Personal Finance at the Open University, a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments. Jonquil Lowe is based in Northampton, UK.Trade Review"If you are retired or planning your retirement, I can recommend this book to you. It is a comprehensive one stop guide to the things you need to know in the run up to and during your retirement." * Helen Dean CBE, Pension Trustee, Nest Corporation *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Are you looking forward to retirement?; Chapter - 02: Money and budgeting; Chapter - 03: Pensions; Chapter - 04: Tax; Chapter - 05: Investment; Chapter - 06: Your home; Chapter - 07: Retiring abroad; Chapter - 08: Leisure activities; Chapter - 09: Starting your own business; Chapter - 10: Looking for paid work; Chapter - 11: Voluntary work; Chapter - 12: Health; Chapter - 13: Holidays; Chapter - 14: Caring for elderly parents; Chapter - 15: No one is immortal;

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Book SynopsisSometimes it feels so hard to love yourself. We worry that we're not good enough or we're being selfish if we take time to prioritise what we need. But self-love is so important and even if we're our own biggest critic, it can be done! You deserve better xxx   Hands up if you're fed up with being told you need to go on this diet, you need to behave this way, or you probably shouldn't wear this outfit...the list goes ooooon.  Anne-Marie's been told these things her whole life too and they didn't make her feel any better. But now, she's discovered the simple tools that mean she treats herself with the love and respect she needs and this, in turn, means she's able to go out into the world and be as strong, confident and true to herself as she can be. And she wants YOU to be able to do the same.    You Deserve Better is the must-read book from singer-song

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES & NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe definitive guide for building an all-round healthy and high-performing body and mind. Andrew Huberman, professor of neuroscience, Stanford University, and host of the Huberman Lab podcastThe sit-and-rise test that can predict your likely lifespanThe one-leg balance that indicates your risk of being seriously injured in a fallThe floor-sit and squat moves that could reduce your chance of arthritic hip pain by up to 90%Your body is built to move, but do you know how to give it what it needs for lifelong strength and mobility? After decades spent working with pro-athletes and Olympians, mobility pioneers Kelly and Juliet Starrett began thinking about the physical wellbeing of the rest of us. What makes a durable human at any age? How do we continue to feel great and function well as we grow older in a world of technology-dependence and sedeTrade ReviewWe take it for granted that our complex bodies will just keep on going forever in excellent condition, which is like buying a Ferrari and leaving it sitting out in the weather all year long, for years on end, and expecting it to just continue to work perfectly. This book needs to be the curriculum for any human who moves and desires to move well. Read it. Your body will thank you. -- Ben Greenfield, author, coach, and speakerBuilt to Move is a must-read for anyone with a body - that is to say, you. The Starretts have written a sweeping yet easy-to-understand and practical guide for anyone who wants to live healthier in the 21st century, from professional athletes to those well beyond retirement age. The book's strength lies in how it blends the authors' decades of cutting-edge practice with breaking science to help us live longer and better. Critically, Built to Move inspires action. It changed how I live my life, and I'm better for it. It'll do the same for you. -- Michael Easter, bestselling author of The Comfort CrisisBuilt to Move is a game-changer. Most fitness books stop at the proverbial gym door; the Starretts crash through that door and show that the most important work for better health happens outside the gym, and it's available to literally everyone. -- David Epstein, bestselling author of Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialised World

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Book SynopsisAllen Carr (1934-2006) was a chain-smoker for over 30 years. In 1983, after countless failed attempts to quit, he went from 100 cigarettes a day to zero without suffering withdrawal pangs, without using willpower and without gaining weight. He realised that he had discovered what the world had been waiting for - the Easy Way to Stop Smoking - and embarked on a mission to help cure the world's smokers. Easyway has grown to become a global phenomenon with seminar centres in 150+ cities in more than 50 countries around the world. Allen Carr's Easyway books, online video programmes, and live group seminars have helped an estimated 50 million smokers worldwide. A vast majority of those happy non-smokers became aware of the method as a result of personal recommendation from their friends, family, and colleagues. Allen Carr is now recognised as the world's leading expert on helping smokers to quit and has sold over 16 million books on the topic. His Easyway method has

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Book SynopsisMindfulness journaling can help reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and better equip ourselves to handle the ups and downs life throws at us.

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Book SynopsisYulia Niaguseva has completed many courses in Mind, Body, Spirit subjects. Her journey into the transformative realm of vision boards started in 2020, marking an important period of change as she delved into the exploration of her conscious and subconscious mind. An annual tradition of crafting a vision board during the Chinese New Year became a ritual for Yulia, where she translates her aspirations into visual representations.Yulia is the author and creator of four popular decks of metaphoric cards, comprising The Answer is Within, Inner Resources, Fairy Tales, and My Feelings. She is also the publisher of The Gratitude Journal. She lives in Auckland, New Zealand with her husband and daughter.

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Book SynopsisFelicity Forster has written and edited more than 500 non-fiction titles on subjects such as health, gardening, pets, fine art, music, natural history, Mind, Body, Spirit, cooking and craft. She is an avid journaler, scrapbooker, family historian and photographer. Her titles include The Pocket Book of Dreams, A Father's Journal, A Mother's Journal, and in this series The Little Book of Positivity and The Little Book of Calm. She has a Phd in Psychology.

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Book SynopsisFelicity Forster has written and edited more than 500 non-fiction titles on subjects such as health, gardening, pets, fine art, music, natural history, Mind, Body, Spirit, cooking and craft. She is an avid journaler, scrapbooker, family historian and photographer. Her titles include The Pocket Book of Dreams, A Father's Journal, A Mother's Journal, and in this series The Little Book of Positivity and The Little Book of Happiness. She has a Phd in Psychology.

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Book SynopsisMost people want something in their life to change, whether it''s their job, their personal relationships, or their ability to live authentically. And sometimes, unwanted change comes all too swiftly. In The Only Constant, celebrated poet and educator Najwa Zebian guides her reader through the changes we must make (or those we need to endure) on the journey to our most authentic lives. She quiets the noise, teaches us to accept ourselves as we are now, and focuses on the necessity and beauty of those messy transitional times.This is a profound guide to embracing the impermanence, and celebrating the fact that change is what puts the life in life. Written with poetic wisdom, Najwa shares her personal experiences with change (for example, rejecting her culture''s definition of what constitutes a good woman so that she could live more honestly). She guides us through the changes we choose, like embarking on a new career or setting boundaries, and changes we don''t choose, like

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Book SynopsisWe’re trying to “get it together” in areas we have no control over. We keep trying, but we’ll never move the needle to a better future because it has nothing to do with us or anything we can do. You don’t always have to give in to what the world, your family, or your own self declares is the way things are “supposed” to be. God desires goodness and joy for us. God, Jesus, and the Spirit went to great lengths to offer you and me the best good news ever. In Why Can’t I Get It Together?, Jamie Ivey, host of The Happy Hour podcast, shares how to  Define the reality of your current circumstances Ponder the areas of your life that are out of control Stop self-shame Create better expectations for yourself Move forward in an effort to chase holiness  Jamie guides us through six areas of our

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Book Synopsis''Another masterpiece from a cutting-edge expert'' IRISH TIMES''Simply but expertly, Emotional Resilience give you the tools to heal yourself and deal with the slings and arrows of modern life'' Cathy Kelly, bestselling author and UNICEF ambassadorTHE #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERThere are many challenges facing our mental health. We are living in the middle of an anxiety epidemic, depression is one of the most significant mental health issues of our time, self-harm is endemic amongst school children and technology and social media are insidiously and pervasively invading our lives leading to toxic stress. In this book, bestselling author and GP Dr Harry Barry reveals how you can unlock your inner emotional resilience reserves, deal with the challenges of life, and protect your mental health. He explores the key skills needed to transform your emotional capacity and reach your full potential.He covers:PeTrade ReviewAnother masterpiece from a cutting-edge expert * IRISH TIMES *Simply but expertly, Emotional Resilience give you the tools to heal yourself and deal with the slings and arrows of modern life -- Cathy Kelly, author and UNICEF ambassadorAnother masterpiece from a cutting-edge expert * The Irish Times *Simply but expertly, Emotional Resilience give you the tools to heal yourself and deal with the slings and arrows of modern life * Cathy Kelly, bestselling author and UNICEF ambassador *

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Book SynopsisThe leading parent resource about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its treatment has now been revised and updated with the latest information and resources. Trade Review"Dr. Barkley gifts us all with this fourth edition of his classic work. You will find tons of new information--grounded in the most recent science--and the advice of one of the most experienced, thoughtful, and kind professionals we have. This book is brimming with wisdom that parents can put to use every day. Bravo, and thank you, Dr. Barkley!"--Edward M. Hallowell, MD, coauthor of Driven to Distraction "This book woke me up, gave me a good cry, consoled me, then helped me plan for the future. Dr. Barkley gave me a better understanding of exactly how and why ADHD has been such a serious problem for my daughter. The book is written so you can easily digest it and follow the step-by-step advice to advocate for your child. It is candid and empathic. This book is my 'go to'--I refer to it daily and I will be giving copies to my family members and school counselors. Parents need this book!"--Kirsten W., Detroit "This book is packed with useful information that makes it a go-to resource for the parents and kids I see in my clinical practice. It is difficult to imagine any question a parent might have about ADHD and its treatment that is not addressed here. The book provides how-to guidance in a straightforward, step-by-step format--including helpful tips for getting a thorough evaluation, dealing with behavior challenges, working with schools and teachers, managing medications, and navigating the teen years."--Peg Dawson, EdD, coauthor of Smart but Scattered "As the mother of a 16-year-old with ADHD and as a speech–language pathologist working with children of all ages, I am beyond glad this book came my way! It is the most thorough and practical book I have ever read on ADHD. This book has helped me gain so much insight into the disorder, along with practical methods for tackling some of the most difficult and puzzling aspects of it. Dr. Barkley has given me immediate things I can do to improve my son’s life, and guidance I can provide to the parents of children I work with. I love the suggestions for structuring the home–school relationship to help kids reach their potential, and the suggestions for taking care of yourself as a parent. This is an incredible resource for families."--Jennie M., Austin "Barkley has provided a scientifically grounded, up-to-date resource for parents. Readers will discover critical insights and specific guidance--from managing behavioral, social, emotional, academic, and health concerns, to navigating difficult conversations with children, teens, and teachers. The book is informed by Barkley's clinical experience and decades of research."--Kelly B. Cartwright, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Neuroscience, and Teacher Preparation, Christopher Newport University-Table of ContentsIntroduction: A Guiding Philosophy for Parents of Children with ADHD I. Understanding ADHD 1. What Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder? 2. “What’s Really Wrong with My Child?”: Poor Self-Regulation 3. What Causes ADHD? 4. What Does Not Cause ADHD? 5. What to Expect: The Developmental Nature of the Disorder 6. The Family Context of a Child with ADHD II. Taking Charge: How to Be a Successful Executive Parent 7. Deciding to Have Your Child Evaluated for ADHD 8. Preparing for the Evaluation 9. Coping with the Diagnosis of ADHD 10. Just for Parents: How to Take Care of Yourself III. Managing Life with ADHD: How to Cope at Home and at School 11. Eight Steps to Better Behavior 12. Taking Charge at Home: The Art of Problem Solving 13. How to Help Your Child with Peer Problems 14. Getting through Adolescence, with Arthur L. Robin, PhD 15. Establishing a Healthy Lifestyle 16. Off to School on the Right Foot: Managing Your Child’s Education, with Linda J. Pfiffner, PhD 17. Enhancing Education at School and at Home: Methods for Success from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with Linda J. Pfiffner, PhD 18. Keeping School Performance in Perspective IV. Medications for ADHD 19. The Approved Effective Stimulant Medicines 20. Other Medicines Support Services for Parents Suggested Reading References Index

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Book Synopsis''Hi Dad . . . can we have a chat about your dementia . . . Can you remember how it started?''When Ron Husband started to forget things - dates, names, appointments . . . daft things, important things - it took a while to realise that this was ''a different form of forgetting''. But it was just the first sign of the illness that gradually took him away from the family he loved.This is the touching, illustrated story of Tony''s father and how dementia slowly took him away from his family. The title is a reference to his last words to his son - on a day when Tony had spent the day in the care home with no sign of recognition. The book is framed as a chat between Tony and his dad, who fades away through the last few pages of the book.''... rather wonderful cartoon strips ... chronicling his father''s dementia with loving charm and wit'' Stephen Fry, TwitterTrade ReviewA heartbreaking picturebook unlike any other... a profoundly poignant account that will strike a chord with so many families touched by this cruellest of illnesses. * Daily Mail *This is a classic which shall surely find a place in every home which is touched by dementia. It should be on offer in every Memory Service and every general practitioner's surgery. * Old Age Psychiatrist *

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