Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisA warm, reflective and uplifting memoir about healing wounds, reclaiming a voice and discovering freedom through the open water. The open water. To the uninitiated, it represents the unknown, an expanse of mystery and uncertainty. But to those who brave the wild waters, it is so much more. A space to heal. A place of communion. A balm to quieten the mind, soothe the soul, and allow you to reconnect with the world and yourself. Emma Simpson discovered wild swimming after a period of immense pain. Lost in grief, disillusioned with life, and feeling increasingly untethered from the world, she instinctively felt the pull of the water. There she found an unexpected source of hope and strength, a profound sense of connection, and a glorious sisterhood of women - each with their own remarkable stories to tell. Interweaving the tales of these inspirational women with reflections on her own experiences, Emma explores themes ranging from devastating loss to birth and rebirth, and from chronic illness to body confidence. Whether describing the taste of an iceberg or a kiss from a baby whale, Breaking Waves is a love letter to womanhood and the open water. It's also a celebration of community, renewal and the power of writing your own life story. Above all else, it is a joyous celebration of going with the flow.

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Book SynopsisNow in paperback! The last book on love you’ll ever need. Explore simple truths for going easier on yourself, embracing imperfections and loving your way to a better life through insightful stories and down-to-earth advice from artist and international best-selling author of Unlearn, Humble The Poet.We all want love. Everything we do is in pursuit of love, but that journey has gotten difficult and complicated. We’re programmed to seek love outside of ourselves, and we’re trained that love is something to earn, or a destination to reach; that programming blinds us to the simple truth that we are beautiful, eternal sources of love, and to BE LOVED is to BE LOVE.This book is a guide to self-love that helps to clear the blockages on your path inward toward love and throw away old ideas that prevent us from realizing the love we’ve always had.Clear away the misguided notion that you must be ENOUGH before you are worthy of love—you are worthy. Clear away the expectations for love you have learned from the media—love is messy and real, not "happily ever after." Clear away your lack of self-awareness—see yourself for who you truly are.Instead of earning more, achieving more, and gaining more attention, what we really need to do is clear pathways and make room for love to enter, be realized, and flourish. Whether we're talking about love for ourselves, or love for everyone and everything.

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Book SynopsisTrauma and compassion specialist, clinical psychologist and private therapist Dr Laura Williams teaches you the psychological mindset you need to break free from negative patterns, heal from past trauma and live a more satisfying life.

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Book SynopsisDebbie is an amazing guide and has been instrumental in helping me discover my life purpose.'Roxie Nafousi, Sunday Times bestselling author of ManifestLearn how to decode your birth chart and reveal your soul's mission for incredible personal growth. Astrology is the ultimate power tool for self-development, empowerment and healing. Its magic flows through every aspect of our lives from our work and relationships to our inner power and creative inspiration leaving signposts, messages and guidance to assist us on our soul journey. This book reveals how to join the dots between the messages and unlock your true cosmic potential. Drawing on her decades of experience, world-renowned Master Astrologer Debbie Frank will show you: Why your soul is here at this moment and what your life purpose is. How to interpret the positions and deep soul intentions of the planets and aspects in your birth chart. The con

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Book SynopsisIn The Promise, entrepreneur, philanthropist and best-selling author Mandy Morris explores the importance of connecting everyday tribulations to the beautiful story that we are all entitled to live. Unbind yourself from fears and doubts and learn how to handle adversity in a new, more assured and confident way, just as the universe intended.

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Book SynopsisWith inspirational quotations, practical tasks and thoughtful exercises, The Little Book of Resilience teaches you how to cope with everything life throws at you, and come back stronger. The Little Book of series has sold 1 million copies worldwide, with titles like The Little Book of Mindfulness, The Little Book of Gratitude and The Little Book of Love. "Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success." Dale Carnegie

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Book SynopsisEmbrace your inner canine and Be More Dog! From finding your wag to barking loudly and making friends, this book will show you how to say ‘woof, woof, woof’ to life. Whether it’s a mad dash around the local park or sneaking an errant sausage off the BBQ, the world is a wagtastically wonderful place full of fun and treats if you’re willing to open your heart. From Great Danes to Miniature Dachshunds, Poodles to Chihuahuas, there’s no such thing as an underdog – every pup has something to offer! This book reveals the different doggo traits that you can adopt to Be More Dog and live a happier, healthier, more ‘courageous canine’ existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our loyal, loving companions, there's something for everyone. So, throw yourself a bone, use the power of the paw and learn the art of being more dog.

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Book SynopsisAn interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the best-selling titles Don't Worry, Be Happy: A Child's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and My Feelings and Me - A Child's Guide to Understanding EmotionsDoes your child get easily upset, angry, or too excited around Christmas?Perhaps they find it quite difficult to calm down in the lead-up to the big day?Do they seem out of control of their feelings?These could all be signs that your child is feeling overwhelmed by big emotions.This practical guide combines proven cognitive behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools with simple activities to help your child cope with big feelings around Christmas time. It's aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child's emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come.Your child will be guided, with the help of Dash - a friendly and supportive character they can identify with - through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.

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Book SynopsisDiscover a diet as delicious as it is healthy with this informative, bite-sized introductionThere is a host of health benefits to a high-protein diet. It can support you on your weight-loss journey, facilitate growth and strength, and leave you feeling fuller for longer. Whatever your protein goal, this book will be your go-to-guide to understanding how the diet works, what it can do for you and, of course, how to bridge the gap between nutritious and delicious.As well as a variety of mouth-watering recipes that will keep you nourished morning, noon and night, this little book will answer all the essential questions, explaining:- Why protein is important and how it can improve your well-being- The respective benefits of meat and plant protein- The dos and don''ts of a high-protein diet- How to track your protein intakeAnd much more!Whether you''re a health and fitness enthusiast or just looking to explore your choices, you too can reap the rewards of a high-protein diet.

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Book Synopsis'The Dalai Lama is the most influential person in the world' TimeIn his characteristic mix of humour, wisdom and compassion the Dalai Lama shares his basic steps to enlightenment from how to meditate to how to practise wisdom. Combining spiritual teachings and practical advice, His Holiness shows us how to overcome our everyday obstacles, from feelings of anger and mistrust to jealously, insecurity and counterproductive thinking.How to Practise is an essential guide to achieving inner calm and compassion, refraining from harm and focusing the mind. It is a wonderful, heartfelt gift for anyone seeking a richer, more fulfilled life.Trade ReviewA symbol of serenity, a spiritual leader second only to the Pope * Independent *The Dalai Lama is the most influential person in the world * Time *He draws crowds that no other spiritual leader or politician could hope to match...he seems to look at life in a different way to everyone else * The Times *

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Book Synopsis‘The monk who taught the world mindfulness’ TimeOne breath, one step is all we need to feel at home and comfortable in the here and now In this enlightening series world-renowned spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh shares the essential foundations of mindful practise and mediation. From unlocking the connection to our inner self, forging deeper and more meaningful bonds with those around us to discovering a true sense of oneness with our natural world, this is the essential guide to help you master the art of connection.Trade ReviewThe father of mindfulness * Irish Times *Thich Nhat Hanh is a holy man ... a scholar of immense intellectual capacity -- Martin Luther KingThich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal inner peace and peace on earth -- The Dalai LamaThe monk who taught the world mindfulness -- Time

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Book SynopsisAre you feeling disconnected? Trying to get through a break-up? At a crossroads in life?Join founder of Rising Woman, Sheleana Aiyana, on a healing path to self-acceptance with the Becoming the One Journal. Building on the wisdom shared in her first book Becoming the One, Sheleana has created a transformative, interactive guidebook to give you the space to turn over a new leaf to usher in self-love and inner peace. Featuring journaling prompts, somatic exercises, reflections and meditations, this beautiful book is a guiding hand to working through difficult times and truly connecting with the innate goodness that lives within you.

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Book SynopsisRuchika Sikri is the former Head of Wellbeing Learning Programmes at Google. She oversaw the mindfulness training curriculum and co-created the active global peer-to-peer volunteer network which has trained 400 people to teach 20,000 participants mindfulness and stress management. Prior to her 14 years at Google US, Ruchika had worked for the likes of Cisco and Microsoft in India. She now runs her own yoga business and strongly believes in the impact that mindfulness can have on your everyday life.Patrick K. Porter, PhD is an award-winning author, educator, consultant, entrepreneur, and speaker. With 20 years of experience operating the largest self-help franchise in the world, he has become a highly sought-after expert within the personal improvement industry, having sold over 3 million of his self-help products worldwide.

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Book SynopsisDeborah Meaden is known to millions for her straight-talking, no-nonsense approach on BBC2's Dragons' Den, and in Common Sense Rules she shares insights and observations gleaned from a life lived in business. Some of them come from witnessing the successes - and the failures - of others. Many more, though, are drawn from her own business ventures. She shows, for example, how an early stint in a holiday park gave her a crash course in customer relations. She frankly and honestly analyses why her first enterprise, which started so promisingly, turned sour. And she explains why turning down a multimillion-pound offer for her chain of holiday parks was the best decision she ever made.As direct and to-the-point on the page as she is in the Den, Deborah Meaden is a superbly clear-sighted and experienced observer of business success, and her book is guaranteed both to inform and inspire.Trade ReviewA refreshingly sensible look at an area plagued by hype and mythology * Management Today *Many insights into what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur * Independent *For fans of straight-talking sass and common-sense wisdom * Harper's Bazaar *Common Sense Rules wages a war on business cliches and counters them with the simple truths that she says have guided her decisions * City A.M. *

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Book Synopsis- Don’t fall for the prodigy myth- Take off your watch- Embrace struggle- Take a nap- To learn it more deeply, teach itThe Little Book of Talent is packed full of 52 simple, practical, proven tips that will help improve any skill. Whether you want a better singing voice, a more powerful golf swing or success in the business world, The Little Book of Talent’s method will help you realise your potential.Trade Reviewan engaging and readable book * DeskDemon/PABook Review *

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Book SynopsisDeath is never an easy subject for discussion and adults often struggle to find the right words when talking about it with children. This book explores children's thoughts and feelings on the subject of death and provides parents and other caring adults with guidance on how to respond to difficult questions. The author explores some of the most common questions children ask about death and provides sensitive yet candid answers, phrased in a way that children will be able to understand and relate to. Each chapter is devoted to a particular issue, such as religious beliefs, coming to terms with terminal illness, and the fear of forgetting someone when they are gone. The book recognizes the emotions and reactions of children and family members and includes separate conclusions for parents and children. This guide offers useful advice for parents and carers and will also be of interest to counsellors and other professionals working with children.Trade ReviewThis book will be a welcome addition to any staff room, as a resource to which to refer when children are faced with death... The book provides helpful suggestions as to how children and their families may create ways of acknowledging the loss at home or in a special place associated with the departed. Schools will also find the ideas suggested in this book helpful if they need to put together a memorial service for a member of the school community... This book is likely to be helpful addition to the Educational Psychologist's bookshelf, both as a resource to recommend to others and for use in consultations with those involved in the repercussions caused by death. -- DebateQuestions range from the general (e.g., "What does dead mean") to the heartbreaking specific (e.g. "Why do all good people like my mom die young") The author strongly advocates honesty in order to secure trust in children, who will have future questions throughout their lives at various life stages. This should be on the ready-reference shelf for anyone who works with children; it is brilliant in its honesty, sensitivity, and brevity. -- Library Journal, August 2009 and Healthy BooksTable of ContentsPreface. 1. Why did my mommy have to die? 2. What does dead mean? How do people die? 3. Where was God when I needed him? How could God let my brother die?. 4. Where is my person? What is heaven? 5. Is my mom dying? What can I do? 6. I am very sick. Who can I talk to about dying? 7. I worry a lot. Will I die or will you die? 8. Will I forget my dad? What if I forget him? How can I remember? 9. Is it my fault my mother died? Did she suffer?10. How do other kids grieve? Sometimes I feel alone. 11. I'm scared too. What can I do to feel safe? 12. How can I remember with friends and family? Can I go to the funeral too? A final note. A Checklist for Children. For caring adults. Useful Websites and Children's Resources.

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Book Synopsis"Mastering Anxiety" is a major step forward in the way we understand and deal with a wide range of anxiety disorders - from phobias to post traumatic stress. Based on the human givens approach to psychotherapy, it contains science-based insights into human behaviour, our needs and the ways in which we get those needs met that will help you overcome a wide range of anxiety-led behaviours and take back control of your life. Down-to-earth and easy-to-read, this book gives clear advice and practical steps for anyone wanting to conquer their own over-anxious behaviour - whatever it is - or help others overcome theirs. Full of practical techniques for learning how to relax, it also teaches you how to avoid "black and white thinking" and gives examples of how to change your perspective on something you fear, to reframe your thinking and trick your brain into not making the inevitable catastrophic 'pattern match' which causes your anxiety. And encouraging case studies, covering all kinds of anxious or phobic behaviour show you how others have successfully mastered their anxiety. "The Human Givens Approach" series was launched in October 2004 with How to lift depression...fast. This immediately became a bestseller and has consistently ranked as the topselling book on depression on Amazon since its launch. In May 2005, "Freedom from Addiction" was published to critical acclaim. Each book in the series explores a recognised psychological or behavioural problem and shows in clear, non-jargonistic language how to treat it effectively with psychological interventions. Future titles will cover: anger, psychosis, disturbed children, self-harming, obesity, workplace stress, antisocial behaviour, ageing, disability and saving families.

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Book SynopsisIn this seminal book, the authors exquisitely describe one of the most important psychological insights of our age: how we all come into the world with a partially formed mind containing a genetic treasure-house of innate knowledge patterns: the ‘human givens’. We all experience these givens as physical and emotional needs, powerful forces that must be satisfactorily met in our environment if our minds and lives are to unfold and develop to their fullest potential. How these innate patterns connect up with the world, and unfold in it, determine our own and our family’s emotional health and happiness – as well as the maturity and humanity of the society we create around us. Human Givens also explores the dangers that arise when we squander this inheritance. By ignoring the requirements of nature, our educational and health services degrade, organisations degenerate, working lives suffer, politics becomes ever more ridiculous and our personal lives more prone to anxiety disorders, depression, psychosis and addictions. This book is uplifting and practical because it brings hope in these troubled times by clearly spelling out what each child and adult needs in order to develop well, how to help those who aren’t and who are suffering severe mental distress, including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress. First published over 20 years ago, it is still ground-breaking in how it sets out and explains its practical, imaginative, solution-focused and fast-acting methods for understanding and reversing mental ill health, and its common-sense, foolproof blueprint for enabling healthy living and working environments. Even diplomats working to bring about concord across the world are starting to take notice…

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37 eternal reflections that have flowed through the tides of time to soothe the spirit, presented within a unique framework of rare sixteenth century art and striking contemporary images, a glorious sequel to Love & Wisdom. The eternal reflections in this new volume have flowed through the tides of time to soothe the spirit. This special gift book with gilded edges takes the reader on an uplifting journey with inspirational quotes that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago. Stunning photographs of water, and its beauty in nature, are framed by rare 16th century Illumination manuscript borders to showcase poignant messages of love, joy, grief, resilience, gratitude, enlightenment, and peace. Author Alexandra Villard de Borchgrave's moving introduction, in which she writes of her personal loss, inspires the reader to re-embark on the spiritual journey started in Love & Wisdom. AUTHOR: Alexandra Villard de Borchgrave has built a reputation as a photojournalist, author, poet, and philanthropist. Her photographs have appeared on the covers of internationally renowned publications, such as Newsweek and Paris Match. She is the co-author of Villard: The Life and Times of an American Titan (2001), and the author of Healing Light: Thirty Messages of Love, Hope, and Courage (2005); Heavenly Order: Twenty Five Meditations of Wisdom and Harmony (2008); Beloved Spirit: Pathways to Love, Grace, and Mercy (2011), To Catch A Thought: 50 Reflections for the Heart (2014); and Love and Wisdom: 37 Timeless Reflections. Mrs. de Borchgrave founded the nonprofit organization, the Light of Healing Hope Foundation, in 2010 with the mission of giving books as gifts to hospitals and hospices to bring comfort and healing to those in need. SELLING POINT: . A stunning sequel to Love & Wisdom. Images from sixteenth century art from the Smithsonian's Freer/Sackler Gallery and contemporary photographs from the National Geographic Image Collection. 50 colour illustrations

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Book SynopsisOllie Hunter is back with his second book, Join the Greener Revolution. This time he's tackling sustainability in our day-to-day lives and explaining why our current system isn't working and exploring future options for how we can create and live in a more sustainable world. Following the groundbreaking 30 Easy Ways to Join the Food Revolution, Ollie Hunter is back with his second book – and this time he's tackling everyday sustainability. Returning to the three main principles introduced in his first book: Zero Waste, Organic and 50% Produce within 30 miles, Ollie illustrates how we can endeavour to use natural resources sustainably. All chapters are punctuated with Ollie's trademark recipes from Tomato Leaf Focaccia to Dandelion and Courgette Pakoras and Chickpea Scotch Eggs with Aquafaba Aioli. Join the Greener Revolution is split into three main sections:Home – How do we make our homes more green? From kitchen to bathroom and into the bedroom, this book looks at ways we can transform our houses into easy-to-run, energy-efficient homes. It's time to quit cling film, make our own shampoo, consider where are clothes come from.Community – This section outlines ideas we can bring to our daily lives, from taking a break (and avoiding palm oil chocolate bars) and getting to know our neighbours, to collaborating with our community, and linking local businesses together to cut down on waste.World – Who takes the blame and does it really matter? The way to a more joyful life is through forgiveness, positive visualisation and meditation. Ollie balances these steps with a more environmentally conscious system of economics and a move away from individuality and 'non-responsibility' so we can create a more sustainable, ecological and mindful world. Join the Greener Revolution is a manifesto calling us to come together, to take responsibility and strive to rebuild our relationships with our local communities, our individual connection to the world, and rediscover the joy in living and eating green.

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Book SynopsisOn the one hand clothes can supposedly help you out with embodied life by concealing the bits you feel ashamed of and accentuating the bits you're proud of. However, fashion isn't really about clothes in any practical sense, but rather the endless replacement of clothes by other clothes, and especially the vilification of certain styles and the extreme elevation of others. Like gambling, fashion is a system that keeps us captivated by treating us badly, trapping us in a cycle of promises and dashed hopes by suggesting that new clothes will help us to like ourselves more. And while it's easy to dismiss fashion as elitist and wasteful, isn't it also fascinating, exciting and perhaps sometimes even radical - not to mention surprisingly egalitarian? Rather than insisting we give up on the pleasures that clothes have to offer, this brilliant new book by psychoanalyst and writer Anouchka Grose puts forward a post-fashion logic that rejects the parade of manufactured novelties in favour of more idiosyncratic forms of sartorial imitation. Taking us on a journey from the court of Louis XIV to TikTok's avant apocalypse, Fashion: A Manifesto scrutinises fashion from a number of angles: historically, psychologically, politically, environmentally, even linguistically, to open up questions about the ways in which it works both for and against us and looks forward to a future where our clothes treat us - not to mention the planet - a great deal more kindly.Trade Review“Grose’s wry tone makes her manifesto a joy, but this small book (enticingly produced, with pink cloth covers) has a serious intent. In light of fashion’s egregious role in the climate emergency, Grose wants to change our approach—to revise it—so that we may retain our abiding joy in clothes without further destroying the planet.” —Claire Messud, Harper’s Magazine

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Book SynopsisA charming, colourful illustrated guide showing you how to adopt a more positive mindset, even when the skies are grey and stormy.Beautifully illustrated and heartfelt, this gorgeous little book shares big insights about how to stay positive in an increasingly negative world. Artist Dani DiPirro started her Instagram, @positivelypresent, after she realized that positivity, like all self-care, is an essential skill that needs to be practiced daily. She began posting her bright and bubbly illustrations, sharing the ups and downs of her journey to positive thinking, and now has an audience of over 895,000 followers who find her work comforting, inspiring and uplifting.In Grow Through It, Dani shares never-before-seen content to take us through the seasons, showing us how to pick out the positives on both the sunny days and the grey ones. She also reminds us to take a break for self-care, to stop comparing ourselves to others, and to grow at our own pace. No matter what the situation, optimism is always an option!

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Book SynopsisTHE #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER Join the Movement. Ditch the Diet. Who’s ready to stop thinking about weight loss? To free their brain from thoughts about ketones, calories, and fasting? Who wants life to be more effortless, energetic, and empowered? Welcome to a refreshing and gloriously unapologetic conversation about health, fitness, and habits. Award-winning trainer Oonagh Duncan cuts through the wellness clutter to drop some truth bombs: it might not be six-pack abs you’re looking for — it might be happiness, confidence, and acceptance. But if losing your belly is what you want, don’t let anyone — including yourself — stop you from going after it. And she’ll show you how to make it happen. There’s only one major difference between those rare unicorns who have managed to lose weight and the rest of us: their habits. When you acknowledge that following a diet is not getting you anywhere, and you make a few small changes to your everyday routine, you'll find yourself happier and healthy as f*ck.Trade Review‘Healthy As F*ck is a smart, funny and practical guide to revolutionising your health and wellness. Oonagh Duncan addresses everything from mindset to meal prep in order to help you get healthy (and happy!) from the inside out. She'll make you laugh, she'll make you think, and she'll give you just the kick in the you-know-what that you need to put healthy habits into action.’ * Ocean Robbins, bestselling author of 31-Day Food Revolution *‘A no-BS guide to looking and feeling your best that doesn't make you want to cry into a salad? Hell yes! Healthy As F*ck is a different kind of weight-loss book-because it's not just about dropping pounds; it's about dropping judgment. Hilarious and legitimately inspiring. I loved it.’ * Sarah Knight, New York Times bestselling author of Calm the F**k Down *‘Hilarious, laugh-out-loud funny, and straight to the point — Oonagh doesn't mince her words. If you want to get off the weight-loss roller coaster, ditch the exhausting diet mentality to feel and look your best, Healthy as F*ck is packed with advice that actually works because it's not about a diet; it's about a lifestyle.’ * Joy McCarthy, holistic nutritionist and two-time bestselling author of Joyous Health and Joyous Detox *‘I love Oonagh's ability to cut through the crap and communicate simple, livable ways to eat healthy, exercise, and create new sustainable habits in a clear and direct way!’ * Harley Pasternak, internationally bestselling author of The Body Reset Diet *‘Oonagh Duncan is smart, to the point, and will make you laugh, but most importantly, Healthy as F*ck provides some foundational habits and strategies to help you make lasting, long-term changes for your wellbeing.’ * Michael Greger, MD, Founder of NutritionFacts.org and New York Times bestselling author of How Not to Die *‘A no-nonsense look at creating healthy habits to improve your health and fitness … If you’re looking for a great book to motivate you to be happier and to make better habits that will lead to you being a healthier person, look no further. Oonagh Duncan’s Healthy as F*ck is a perfect choice.’ FIVE STARS * Read Yourself Happy *‘In this gleefully expletive-laced guide, Duncan empowers failed dieters to change their habits … Duncan writes without judgment and with such joie de vivre … she makes working out first thing in the morning and downing loads of vegetables sound fun.’ * Booklist *‘Oonagh Duncan is a straightshooter and writes in a refreshingly direct way.’ -- Alison Walsh * The Advertiser *

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Book Synopsis“The sky was painfully big, but our worlds were small, our lives little. So when we found each other in the muddle of it all, that feeling of belonging was addictive.” Mal, Ama, Lewis and Oskar have grown up together; hedonistically charging through life – and any house party going – in rural Devon. They're railing against the stories that have been written for them as they stand at the precipice of adulthood. But all the space can be suffocating, and it’s tough sometimes – feeling so low in a place so beautiful. The powerful poetics of Malaika Kegode and soaring music of Bristol band Jakabol combine in this autobiographical gig-theatre show directed by Jenny Davies. Genre-defying and emotional, Outlier explores the impact of isolation, addiction and friendship on young people in the often-forgotten places. ★ ★ ★ ★ “the spirit of Kerouac reaches the West Country in superb drama” The Guardian ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “Stark, touching, witty… it is nothing short of brilliant” Stage Talk “Outlier is raw, tender and funny but perhaps most of all: timely” Wheelie Stagey “A poetic gem perfect to use as stimulus for those aged 16 and above” Drama & Theatre CAST: 6 (3 female, 3 male) plus chorus

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Book SynopsisGetting into freshly laundered sheets. A dog in the office for a day. Unexpected cake. Studies have suggested that happiness doesn't come from thinking about what might happen in the future, but by focusing on the small moments of delight we find in our daily lives.Cultivating these positive emotions makes us happier and more resilient, so writer Jason Ward has gathered 365 'micro-joys' that span the seasons of an entire year, from cherry blossoms to snow-capped rooftops; wild swimming to naps on rainy afternoons.This a feel-good collection of small, splendid things that can be dipped into for quick inspiration and will help anyone to hone their skills so that they notice – and celebrate – the goodness in life.

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Book SynopsisMost questionnaires are just a bit of fun, but this one sets out to be both entertaining and useful. It offers us nothing less than a guide to the comforting and supportive relationships we long for. With online apps taking over the dating game, it has never been more crucial to know the rules. Through a series of pertinent questions, it reveals our distinctive style of loving, what our strengths and weaknesses are with partners, and how we might secure genuine fulfilment. As we work through the questionnaire and its accompanying essays, we discover the many reasons why relationships go wrong, and how they might do so less often in the future. The book considers the role of self-hatred, the influence of childhood, the importance of vulnerability, the appeal of unavailable people, and the best ways to overcome patterns of self-doubt and unhealthy attachment. Our minds are such confusing places, even the most thoughtful among us can fail to know central things about how we behave in relationships. This questionnaire will help us to understand ourselves more clearly and so set us free to discover the love we deserve.

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Book SynopsisAs one of the most recognisable faces in showbiz today, Kerry Katona has seen more than her fair share of ups and downs played out in public. Once labelled 'the nation's sweetheart,' the Atomic Kitten singer rose from foster care to international stardom, but soon found herself judged and ridiculed as mental health problems and bad decisions derailed her life. From a picture perfect yet fractured marriage to one of the biggest pop stars in the world, to her fall from grace in a haze of drink and drugs while wed to her taxi driving second husband, Kerry has been loved and derided in equal measure. But since her bestselling autobiography was released in 2012, which documented her troubled childhood and subsequent life in the limelight, Kerry has faced her most devastating challenges yet. In this riveting read, Kerry documents how, in the decade since, she's welcomed her fifth child, suffered a debilitating injury, a cancer scare, several tragic losses and a career slump she thought she'd never recover from. Yet the most significant event in that time was her marriage to third husband, George Kay. Stuck in an abusive relationship she felt powerless to leave, Kerry opens up about her struggles living with a violent man, whose mental health problems and drug use would see her and her family trapped in a cycle of helplessness and despair that only ended when George died in 2019, having eaten a sock filled with cocaine while staying in a local Travel Inn. Kerry bravely reveals her hell at the hands of a man who would unleash physical and emotional torture on her, in an all too familiar situation so many women face every day. But this is also a story of hope, strength and survival. Of how Kerry, with the support of her now -fiance Ryan and her children, built herself up from the lowest point imaginable, with sheer grit and determination, to get her life and career back on track in the wake of such devastation. It's a story of survival and peace and how, after years of desperately trying to find her way, she has finally started to feel - in the words of her most famous song -Whole Again.

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Book Synopsis'Flid' is a book about a character. A character with a disability. But forget everything you think you know about disability and meet Kevin. What follows is a moving - and sometimes comic - account of a life lived to the max. No arms, no legs - no problem! Watch as Kevin navigates his way through school, the workplace and university, _breaking barriers at every step. An optimistic and ebullient force, it is only when Kevin unexpectedly finds love again, in later years, that he is called upon to reassess a condition he has long come to accept.

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Book SynopsisPracticing gratitude is one of the easiest ways to turn a bad day into a good one. This little deck is made of 40 gratitude cards, each providing a way to experience more appreciation, joy, and kindness. Intuitively pull a card and allow this pock deck to shift your perspective one practice at a time.

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Book SynopsisHow can you help your child control their temper and express their frustrations in a more acceptable manner? Trusted professionals provide an overview of the daily attitude of children in different age groups and inlcudes tried and tested tips and recommendations for parents on how to help children manage and overcome extreme emotions.

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Book SynopsisWhat happens if one fine morning you awake to the reality that you have not achieved anything that has the power to provide you absolute peace and ananda, or joy? With all the material wealth and benefits that you have acquired inife, yourife stillooks meaningless to you? And you are faced with the question: What went wrong and where? This question sets you on the path of the search for Truth. And Dhyan: Superpower of Man does exactly that. This book connects you with your soul and helps you find meaning, without which a void iseft in yourife. Dhyan, awareness, or soul, in turneads one on the sure path to inner peace and joy. Dhyan is theight itself.et us use it in removing the darkness we are surrounded with.

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Book SynopsisThe History of Human Marriage is a book written by Edward Westermarck, a Finnish philosopher and sociologist. The book is a comprehensive survey of marriage practices and customs throughout human history, drawing on examples from cultures around the world. Westermarck's central thesis is that the institution of marriage is not a universal or natural phenomenon, but rather a product of cultural and historical forces. Throughout the book, Westermarck examines a range of topics related to marriage, including the role of religion, the influence of economic and political factors, and the evolution of family structures. He also discusses the various forms of marriage found in different cultures, from monogamy and polygamy to group marriage and same-sex marriage. One of the key contributions of Westermarck's work is his emphasis on the importance of understanding marriage as a social and cultural institution, rather than simply a biological or moral imperative.

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Book SynopsisWilliam Walker Atkinson's book Practical Mental Influence is a comprehensive investigation of the inner workings of the human mind and its extraordinary power for persuasion. Atkinson reveals the complex rules of mind control, persuasion, and the transformational power of thought in creating our world in this engrossing study. Atkinson encourages readers to understand and cooperate with the underlying principles of the mind by demonstrating that genuine mental influence goes beyond the scope of compulsion and manipulation. He carefully explains how to unleash the power of suggestion and affirmation as well as the secrets of thought vibrations, as well as the critical functions of attention and visualization. Atkinson bestows priceless knowledge onto readers of Practical Mental Influence, urging the development of a resolve and concentrated mind, the growth of rapport and empathy, and the ethical use of mental influence. Readers are given the tools they need to increase their mental influence prowess, changing their own ideas and behaviors as well as those of individuals around them and having a positive effect on their futures and that of those they come into contact with. William Walker Atkinson contributes to the field of personal development and self-improvement with this masterpiece by providing readers with insightful knowledge and useful tools to harness the tremendous power of their minds.

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