Health & Wellbeing Books

Book Synopsis“If you have a troubled marriage, a troubled child, a troubled self, if you’re in therapy or think that there’s no help for your predicament, The Family Crucible will give you insights . . . that are remarkably fresh and helpful.”—New York Times Book ReviewThe classic groundbreaking book on family therapy by acclaimed experts Augustus Y. Napier, Ph.D., and Carl Whitaker, M.D.This extraordinary book presents scenarios of one family’s therapy experience and explains what underlies each encounter. You will discover the general patterns that are common to all families—stress, polarization and escalation, scapegoating, triangulation, blaming, and the diffusion of identity—and you will gain a vivid understanding of the intriguing field of family therapy.

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Book SynopsisThe best traders in the world know that being mentally prepared is absolutely essential to compete in today''s markets. Without a firm understanding of the psychology of trading, even the best stock picker will fail. The Trading Athlete gives specific instruction on how new and seasoned traders can keep themselves at the top of their mental game.-Tim Bourquin, Cofounder, TraderInterivews.com and The Online Trading Expo This book is a great training camp for online traders. Doug and Shane will provide the knowledge and motivation to help you become a successful trader.-Jonathan Markowitz, Partner, SMW Trading Co., Inc. Traders, just like athletes, face tremendous pressure, stress, and expectations that would crush the ordinary, unprepared individual. The Trading Athlete utilizes sport psychology strategies to provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and discipline needed to succeed and profit in the sink-or-swim world of online trading. Using reTable of ContentsIntroduction: The Mental Game of Trading. The Mental Keys to Becoming a Masterful Online Trading Athlete. Setting and Achieving Your Goals. Confidence: The Foundation of Success. How Winners Handle Losing. How to Energize, Not Catastrophize, in Pressure Situations. Trading for Revenge: A Recipe for Disaster. Recovery from Trading Injuries: Overcoming Fear. Concentration: Tuning In to Success. Enjoying the Moment: Playing the Game One Trade at a Time. Postgame Wrap-Up. Appendix A: Extra Innings. Appendix B: Using What You Know. Appendix C: Scenarios for the Trading Athlete. About the Authors. Index.

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Book SynopsisSince the explosion of the Internet, the number of people addicted to pornography has skyrocketed. This book examines a range of pornography-related problems, providing help for people from the recreational dabbler to the compulsive addict, as well as partners of addicts.Trade Review"An excellent, thoughtful, and hopeful guide providing effective help for those who struggle with our newest and most challenging mental health problem--pornography addiction." -- Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., author of Don't Call It Love and In the Shadows of the Net "Larry and Wendy have done a masterful job of defining the problem of porn and giving the reader a marvelous plethora of treatment options. This is a must read for anyone who cares about someone hurt by porn addiction. For those struggling themselves, this book is a lifesaver!" -- Dr. Ted Roberts, pastor, counselor, and author of Pure Desire "An extremely helpful and much needed resource for a very destructive addiction. The Porn Trap includes clear and practical guidance for healing the emptiness caused by porn. I highly recommend it." -- Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., author of Getting the Love You Want and Receiving Love "This intelligent book brings a healing voice to an issue that too often divides and devastates partners-it goes way beyond 'just say no,' to offer heart-opening guidance that will help you explore new dimensions of sexual desire and intimacy." -- Gina Ogden, Ph.D., author of The Heart and Soul of Sex and The Return of Desire "With clarity, compassion, and understanding, Wendy and Larry Maltz help readers comprehend the magnitude of the problem and porn's highly addictive nature. Their vast knowledge of healing and regaining a healthy sexuality embedded in a true relationship, provides readers with a wise and helpful guide." -- Charlotte Sophia Kasl, Ph.D., author of Women, Sex, and Addiction and If the Buddha Dated "Groundbreaking. This is the best book on the market to help compulsive porn users and the people who love them to confront and change this destructive pattern." -- Barry McCarthy, Ph.D., author of Men's Sexual Health and Rekindling Desire

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Book SynopsisJust as a physical fast, or change in diet, will rapidly alter your metabolism and natural body chemistry, so too will a sex/dating detox impact your neurochemistry, enabling you to reset, rewire and, ultimately, rejuvenate your love life. This title introduces the basic underpinnings of the Detox program.Trade Review"In a town where everyone wants go down in history remembered for something, Ian Kerner wants to go down as the champion of going down." -- New York magazine "Love Sex and the City? Revisit the world of strategic dating with Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either." -- People "Men, while still lame, can no longer hide behind the old excuse of ignorance when it comes to pleasuring a woman--the facts are all here in this complete guide." -- Dr. Drew Pinsky, co-host of Loveline "Move over, Casanova. Step aside, Don Juan. Out of the way Mr. Big. Meet Ian Kerner, the author of She Comes First: The Thinking Man's Guide to Pleasuring a Woman." -- New York Post "Required reading for all men who are dating and all women who are wondering why they're not satisfied." -- Cindy Chupack, writer/executive producer of Sex and the City "Take note, guys. This book is your secret weapon." -- Jauretsi Saizarbitoria, Jane Magazine "This book has an incredible amount of detailed, useful information about pleasuring women. I kind of knew I was doing everything wrong, but now I know why. Thanks Ian!" -- Joel Stein "This well-written, hands-on, fluff-free book puts the 'big-penis-big-orgasm' theory to rest once and for all, and offers men the tools they need to have their partners coming back for more. No man or woman should be without it." -- Michele Weiner-Davis, M.S.W., author of The Sex-Starved Marriage "Witty and informed ... this must-read promises to help you break your bad dating habits and stay true to your own intentions." -- Us Weekly "Ian Kerner is that rare man who truly loves women and wants to help them. Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either is a smart and very funny guide to getting off your butt and getting back on the journey that will eventually lead you to someone who love -- From the foreword by Amy Sohn, New York magazine columnist "Here comes a book that puts men in their places - smack dab in between women's legs!" -- Cake "Every man's must-read. Tell your guy to put down the remote and pick up She Comes First." -- Cosmopolitan "Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either is a funny and truly helpful look at what modern women may have forgotten (or just won't admit) about themselves. Ian Kerner's insights show us what we really think, why it matters, and how we can get what we really want." -- Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life "Armed with a doctorate in clinical sexology, Kerner has devoted his life to the study and practice of good sex-there are few men that wouldn't benefit from the female-centric philosophy and techniques that Kerner advocates." -- Salon.com "An entire book written strictly for the pleasure of women by a man. Hallelujah!" -- Playgirl "A funny and truly helpful look at what modern women may have forgotten (or just won't admit) about themselves. -- Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life "[Kerner] addresses common sexual concerns with compassion and straightforward advice." -- New York Post "Women will be putty in your hands if you read this book!" -- Anka Radakovich, author of The Wild Girl's Club "You've all heard about 'lunch at the Y.' Well, this book will make it a feeding frenzy." -- -Sue Johanson, host of Oxygen's Talk Sex PRAISE FOR BE HONEST-YOU'RE NOT THAT INTO HIM EITHER: "Love Sex and the City? Revisit the world of strategic dating with Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either." -- People PRAISE FOR SHE COMES FIRST: "The sex manual getting the most attention these days is She Comes First... With a cool sense of humor and an obsessive desire to inform, [Kerner] encourages men through an act that many find mystifying." -- New York Times PRAISE FOR BE HONEST-YOU'RE NOT THAT INTO HIM EITHER "Unlike many nuptial-obsessed manuals, Be Honest is about figuring out how to best serve your own needs, both sexual and otherwise, and still respect yourself in the morning." -- Elle.com "It's refreshing and reassuring to know that Ian Kerner is out there in the world showing people how to love." -- Helen Fisher, PhD, author of Why We Love: The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love "Who knew that a temporary bout of celibacy could be so sexy? This book will gently hold your hand throughout the process, challenging you with questions you never dared ask yourself and inspiring you with stories and manageable to-do lists." -- Em & Lo, authors of Buh Bye: The Ultimate Guide to Dumping and Getting Dumped and Sex Toy: An A-Z Guide to Bedside Accessories "Kerner makes intimacy intimate again, as well as downright lustful. You'll walk away trusting your instincts instead of subscribing to the fabricated ideas of what sexy 'should' be." -- Stephanie Klein, author of Straight Up and Dirty

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Book SynopsisIn 2007 former Korn guitarist Brian Head Welch's memoir of rock music, substance abuse, and spiritual awakening took the Christian world by storm. This title shows how he has used the Bible to reconcile his past with his future and help become a better father to his daughter Jennea, illustrating that he has entrusted his life to God.

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Book Synopsis The groundbreaking program that connects the microbiome and gut health to healthy weight loss, complete with a three-phase plan and recipes. Cutting-edge science has shown that the microbiome is the key to overall mental and physical health -- and the secret behind healthy, sustainable weight loss. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience as a specialist in functional medicine and intestinal health, Dr. Raphael Kellman has developed the first diet based on these scientific breakthroughs. Offering a proven program to heal your gut and reset your metabolism, along with meal plans and fifty delicious chef-created recipes, The Microbiome Diet is the key to safe, sustainable weight loss and a lifetime of good health. Dr. Kellman masterfully presents a life enhancing, actionable plan based on this emerging science in a way that is user-friendly, for all of us. -- Dr. David Perlmutter, New York Times bestselling author of Grain Brain

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Book SynopsisDrawing on extensive research, a social psychologist and journalist refutes popular myths about the emotion of anger and how it functions and challenges many of the concepts of psychotherapy.

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Book SynopsisBreathing brings the secret joy of meditation to you. You become joyful, fresh and tolerant and everyone around you will benefit.'The Sutra on the Full Awareness of Breathing is one of the three most essentialteachings of the Buddha. In Breathe! You Are Alive, scholar, poet and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh unfolds this core teaching, showing how to apply it to everyday life. He explains the methods of conscious breathing that are presented in the sutra and offers exercises for practising those methods today. Moreover, his engaging commentary shows the profound nourishment that can be available to us when we slow down and get in touch with our breathing. Breathe! You AreAlive shows how we all begin to take in peace and happiness with each and every breath.Trade Review'Breathing brings the secret joy of meditation to you. You become joyful, fresh and tolerant and everyone around you will benefit.' The Sutra on the Full Awareness of Breathing is one of the three most essential teachings of the Buddha. In Breathe! You Are Alive, scholar, poet and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh unfolds this core teaching, showing how to apply it to everyday life. He explains the methods of conscious breathing that are presented in the sutra and offers exercises for practicing those methods today. Moreover, his engaging commentary shows the profound nourishment that can be available to us when we slow down and get in touch with our breathing. Breathe! You Are Alive shows how we all begin to take in peace and happiness with each and every breath.

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Book SynopsisEvery day we make choices. Coke or Pepsi? Save or spend? Stay or go?Whether mundane or life-altering, these choices define us and shape our lives. Sheena Iyengar asks the difficult questions about how and why we choose: Is the desire for choice innate or bound by culture? Why do we sometimes choose against our best interests? How much control do we really have over what we choose? Her award-winning research reveals that the answers are surprising and profound. In our world of shifting political and cultural forces, technological revolution, and interconnected commerce, our decisions have far-reaching consequences. Use this book as your companion and guide for the many challenges ahead.''No one asks better questions, or comes up with more intriguing answers'' Malcolm Gladwell, author of THE TIPPING POINTTrade Review** 'Sheena Iyengar's work on choice and how our minds deal with it has been groundbreaking, repeatedly surprising, and enormously important. She is someone we need to listen to * Atul Gawande, author of BETTER and COMPLICATIONS *** 'No one asks better questions, or comes up with more intriguing answers * Malcolm Gladwell, author of THE TIPPING POINT *

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Book Synopsis* The Undercover Economist takes on the world - the new book from global bestseller Tim HarfordTrade ReviewTim Harford has done it again. An excellent book full of insight and surprise... I wish I had written this book -- Evan Davis Tim Harford could well be Britain's Malcolm Gladwell. An entertaining mix of popular economics and psychology, this excellently written book contains fascinating stories of success and failure that will challenge your assumptions. Insightful and clever -- Alex Bellos, Author Of Alex's Adventures In Numberland

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Book SynopsisUnmastered is groundbreaking, incisive and moving. Exploring desire and pleasure, grief and pain, it underlines the importance and difficulties of speaking desire as a woman. How do we explore sexuality on our own terms, and find language for our desires, when desire and language are always social? Applying an unflinching gaze to her own life, Katherine Angel has created, in prose both stark and lyrical, a searching and erotic work shifting in meaning and resonance even as it is read.Trade ReviewProvocative and profoundly personal . . . it's hard to overestimate the riskiness of these passages, their courage and their exquisite sensuality . . . Unmastered is a giddily joyful book . . . days after reading its images linger in the mind . . . an elegant and uplifting journey -- Olivia Laing * Observer *Unmastered is written with an honesty so defiantly pure it amounts to an act of cultural resistance -- Adam Foulds, author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted The Quickening MazeI think the highest compliment you can pay any book is that it is unafraid. Angel's fiercely intelligent and moving memoir of sexuality and desire is a challenging, vital work -- Sam Byers, Best Books of 2012 * Book Keeping *A moving and memorable read * Huffington Post Books of 2013 *

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Book SynopsisHow to Blow His Mind in Bed'' is written by ''Men''s Health'' magazine''s resident sexpert, Siski Green. In her refreshingly honest new book, she will debunk the myth that a man only cares about his own orgasm, and give the inside knowledge on what they really want in the bedroom. Siski has had unrivalled access to the innermost thoughts of men through her work, and has a unique insight into their worries, desires and needs. But she has also dealt with many women''s queries from the ''Men''s Health'' website, so she understands exactly what they really want to know about how men think. HOW TO BLOW HIS MIND IN BED will offer women inside knowledge on how to make a man excited, what his erogenous zones are, his feelings and concerns, and improving his orgasms and your techniques. It is a must-read for every woman who wants to improve and enhance what they already know, to have even better sex.

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Book SynopsisDo you wish you had more energy to do the things you love? You can be in greater control of your health right now!In The Little Book of Energy Medicine, Donna Eden provides simple, easy exercises to enhance the balance, flow and harmony of your body''s energy system. This practical handbook is based on Donna''s 35 years of experience teaching thousands of people natural techniques to instantly feel rejuvenated, happier, more alert and less anxious. It couldn''t be simpler. The exercises can be done at a moment''s notice and are suitable for all ages. Put an end to stress, fatigue, mood swings, worry and anxiety, and start the day feeling greater joy and vitality with The Little Book of Energy Medicine. Trade ReviewIllustrated with easy-to-follow photo guides . . . the exercises are all really easy to follow - even for novices like me * Zest *Do you wish you had more energy to do the things you love? Well, this little book could be the answer to your prayer! Put an end to stress, fatigue, mood swings, worry and anxiety, and start the day feeling greater joy and vitality with The Little Book of Energy Medicine * Cygnus *Donna Eden is a master of energy medicine and this wonderful little book is packed full of energy routines which will help re-balance your body's energy system. If you have never experienced energy medicine before I highly recommend starting here. The writing is friendly, welcoming and easy to understand. Another wonderful book from Donna Eden. * Kimberly Willis, author of Diet Coach: All the advice you need to succeed at weight loss *

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Book Synopsis''Thank you for the perfect blend of nostalgia-drenched humour, wit, and heartbreak, Nora'' Mandy Moore''This story will compel you to both laugh and cry, just as the title promises. May we all bring Nora''s honesty, passion and hope to our lives'' Lena Dunham''It is funny, and it is sad, and it is real, and if you''ve ever been through anything in your life . . . you are going to love this book'' Jennifer Weiner, New York Times Bestselling author of Who Do You Lovecomedy = tragedy + time/roséTwenty-seven-year-old Nora McInerny Purmort bounced from boyfriend to dopey ''boyfriend'' until she met Aaron - a charismatic art director and comic-book nerd who once made Nora laugh so hard she pulled a muscle. When Aaron was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, they refused to let it limit their love. They got engaged on Aaron''s hospital bed and had a baby boy while he was on chemo. In the period that followed, NoTrade ReviewMoving memoir ... refreshing and honest look at love, loss and grief ... Will make you cry tears of both laughter and sadness ... The perfect companion for someone who has lost a loved one. -- Best contributors Best

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Book SynopsisA deeply felt book that explores intimacy through the stories of eight relationships, from a leading neuroscientist and author of How We Feel.What is intimacy and why do we need it?Intimacy is that moment when our true identity is revealed to another, when traumas, fears, and ambitions are shared. Whether in friendship, love or family, intimacy redresses itself constantly, demanding we raze emotional barriers and discover who we really are. Through the ordinary stories of eight relationships, neuroscientist Giovanni Frazzetto has woven an extraordinary narrative of togetherness. He shares the details of romantic partners trapped in a long cycle of attraction and rejection, a single woman who finds herself deep in a fictional relationship with a boyfriend she has invented out of frustration with her love life, and a couple absorbed in a years-long clandestine affair. But intimacy can also extend beyond romantic encounters: coping with the loss of

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Book SynopsisOPTIMUM NUTRITION FOR THE MIND is the classic guide to improving your mood, boosting your memory, sharpening your mind and solving mental health problems through nutrition. The book outlines breakthrough discoveries on how specific essential fats, vitamins and minerals can improve depression and anxiety; discusses the effects of stress, alcohol and exercise on mental health; gives details of new discoveries in the treatment of autism and schizophrenia; and provides concrete and well-researched guidance for those with mental health difficulties. With a questionnaire-based method to work out your own nutritional programme for improving your mood, mind and memory this book is essential reading for anyone wanting to stay in top mental health throughout life, free from depression, memory decline and other common mental health problems.

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Book SynopsisSimple, effective exercises to reduce stress and renew your sense of contentment and joyNo matter who we are, or what stage of life we are at, we all long for similar things; to be happy, connected with others, in touch with a sense of calm and peace, vital, alive and joyful. And we long to be able to ride out the tough patches that hit all of us from time to time with some degree of grace and dignity.The good news is that we can fulfil these longings at any time, in any place. They are only a moment away, a breath away. We can learn how to be comfortable with our body, know and understand our mind, and love our heart. It isn''t difficult, long-winded or time-consuming. In doing so you''ll feel happier in your own skin, less stressed, more confident, more capable and more at ease with yourself and life.This is what Mindfulness for Women is about. It is a practical guide for busy women to coming home to yourself in each present moment. To findingTrade ReviewMindfulness for Women demystifies meditation techniques and the philosophy of mindfulness that underlies them, aiming to bring a sense of calm and stillness - an 'inner compass' for active lives, fostering 'being' rather than 'doing'. The combination of Vidyamala's experience and practicality with Claire's excited discovery of using mindfulness makes a joyful combination. Evidence, examples, strands of self-compassion, plenty of exercises and challenges: all are infused with the same generosity of spirit that the book will help readers to cultivate. * Dr Amanda C de C Williams, Reader in Clinical Health Psychology, University College London *

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Book SynopsisJP Morgan's Best Summer Read 2018We are in the midst of a sleep deprivation crisis, and this has profound consequences on our health, our job performance, our relationships and our happiness. In this book, Arianna Huffington boldly asserts that what is needed is nothing short of a sleep revolution. Only by renewing our relationship with sleep can we take back control of our lives.Through a sweeping, scientifically rigorous and deeply personal exploration of sleep from all angles, Arianna delves into the new golden age of sleep science that reveals the vital role sleep plays in our every waking moment and every aspect of our health from weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease to cancer and Alzheimer's. In The Sleep Revolution, Arianna shows how our cultural dismissal of sleep as time wasted not only compromises our health and our decision-making but also undermines our work lives, our personal lives and even our sex lives. She explores all the latest science on what exactly is going on while we sleep and dream. She takes on the dangerous sleeping pill industry and confronts all the ways our addiction to technology disrupts our sleep. She also offers a range of recommendations and tips from leading scientists on how we can achieve better and more restorative sleep, and harness its incredible power.In today''s fast-paced, always-connected, perpetually harried and sleep-deprived world, our need for a good night's sleep is more important and elusive than ever. The Sleep Revolution both sounds the alarm on our worldwide sleep crisis and provides a detailed road map to the great sleep awakening that can help transform our lives, our communities and our world.

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Book Synopsis''[A] timely book on compassion and its cultivation'' The Dalai Lama''The bravest, cleverest and most engaging book I know on why we need to cultivate compassion'' Jon Kabat-Zinn''A practical toolkit for becoming a better human being'' Daniel Goleman Self-compassion is the overlooked key to achieving our goals. It can lead to increased happiness, stress reduction, a stronger sense of purpose, better health and a longer life. Yet many of us resist compassion, worrying that if we are too compassionate with others we will be taken advantage of and if we are too compassionate with ourselves we won''t achieve our goals in life. Using the latest science, psychology (from contemporary Western and classical Buddhist sources) as well as stories from others and his own extraordinary life, Jinpa shows us how to train our compassion muscle. His powerful programme, derived from his remarkable course in Compassion Cultivation Training (CCT), is the perfect guide to achieving a greater sense of wellbeing.Trade ReviewA Fearless Heart is a rare book that shows how the meeting of contemplative insights and practices with modern science can lead to offerings that are beneficial for everyone interested in deeper personal spiritual transformation. The book shows how such practices can have a positive impact in our daily lives. I applaud my long-time English translator Thupten Jinpa for writing this timely book on compassion and its cultivation -- The Dalai LamaI love Jinpa's sense of the practical, of bringing compassion down from the pedestal of high ideals and into the messy reality that is every day human life. A Fearless Heart may prove to be one of the most important books of these difficult times -- Richard GereFirmly grounded in the latest scientific studies, and hugely invitational and convincing in its inspiration, its reasoning, its heartfulness and its guidance in a broad range of powerful practices, A Fearless Heart is the bravest, clearest and most engaging book I know on why we need to cultivate compassion, and on how to bring it more widely and deeply into our lives and into the world -- Jon Kabat-Zinn, Founder of Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction and author of Full Catastrophe Living Thupten Jinpa speaks from his experience as a monk turned family man, and a top-flight scholar, who draws on his remarkable background and range of knowledge to offer each one of us a practical toolkit for becoming a better human being. A Fearless Heart can help anyone nurture the compassion that lies within every heart -- Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence Brilliantly clear and heartfelt, a potentially life-changing work offering inspiring training. A Fearless Heart is personally moving, eminently practical and visionary in scope -- Jack Kornfield, author of The Wise Heart Jinpa shows why compassion is not a given within some yet not possible for others, but rather is a quality of the heart that we can all cultivate and expand. If we do that, out lives transform, our families and relationships transform, and our world transforms -- Sharon Salzberg, author of Loving Kindness and Real Happiness Part autobiography, part a training manual for a wholesome life and part a beautiful tapestry woven between ancient Buddhist thought and modern science, this book has something for everyone. At its fundamental core, it makes the case for why compassion is so essential for the modern world and offers detailed helpful advice o how it can be cultivated -- Richard J. Davidson, co-author of The Emotional Life of Your Brian; Founder, Center for Investigating Healthy Minds, University of Wisconsin-MadisonAs I read A Fearless Heart, I began picturing the possibilities that await us if we safeguard our children's natural instinct for kindness. Filled with wise insights, research and anecdotes, Jinpa lays out a path for living with compassion and acceptance, both for others, and for ourselves. An essential guide for anyone committed to creating a loving, peaceful world, but a must-read for parents, whose simple interactions with their children will lead to a quiet revolution toward a compassionate world -- Susan Stiffelman, author of Parenting with Presence: Practices for Raising Conscious, Confident, Caring KidsAn inspirational read that not only demonstrates the power of compassion, but also reveals how kindness and self-compassion are within our reach -- Kelly McGonigal, author of The Upside of Stress and The Willpower Instinct Embracing compassion enables us to step into our own natural capacity for creativity and empathy. I highly recommend this extraordinary book and this path to anyone who sees to have more meaningful connections to people and the world -- David Kelley, Founder of IDEO and co-author of Creative Confidence: Unleashing the Creative Potential Within Us All

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Book SynopsisThe original life coaching bestseller All of us have dreams about what we''d like to do, who we''d like to be and where we''d like to go in life. But most of us are never able to make these dreams a reality. Now, in this highly motivating new book, Fiona Harrold uses her experience as a life coach to show us that we can turn our own lives around. With encouragement, humour and an emphasis on the practical, Fiona sets out the 10 steps to taking control of our lives. First we must set our goals, however crazy they may seem; then we must start on the path to achieving them. Along the way, Fiona uses case studies, affirmations and motivational techniques to keep us going, coaching her readers in the same way that she would her personal clients. Helping you in all areas - personal and professional - this book will be your most valuable guide to being the most that you can be.Trade ReviewCoaching can help you strengthen your sense of self-worth, focus on your goals - and get there, fast * Daily Telegraph *Fiona Harrold is one of the most influential women in Britain * Scotland on Sunday *the Queen Bee of British life coaching * Daily Express *immensely persuasive and practical * Andrew Shields, Time Out *if you truly want to take charge of your life and be happier as a result - read this book * Hazel Courteney *Leading life coach Fiona Harrold has lots of simple but powerful tips and exercises to motivate and inspire you. * Independent on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisA hilarious look at the eating habits of the skinny and famous - from Gwyneth's goji berry and quail egg concoctions to Jackie Kennedy's baked potato and Beluga caviar regimen.Trade ReviewA hilariously ill-advised experiment in celebrity diets . . . While the content is mostly lighthearted and humorous, there is a palpable undercurrent of sharp feminist commentary * Publisher's Weekly *

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Book SynopsisThe New York Times bestseller by the co-creator of the WHOLE30''If you want to stop turning to food to make you feel better, this is the book for you'' Sun''Food Freedom Forever gives you everything you need for achieving dietary success, for today and for the rest of your healthy life'' David Perlmutter, MD, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of Grain BrainWhat does ''food freedom'' mean to you? Maybe it''s eating whatever you want without negative consequences to your health or waistline. (Good luck with that.) Maybe it''s giving up your obsession with calorie counting, food restriction, and the scales. (Now we''re getting somewhere.)Bestselling author and nutritionist Melissa Hartwig defines true food freedom as being in control of the food you eat, instead of food controlling you. It means indulging when you decide it''s worth it, savouring the experience without guilt or shame,

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Book SynopsisMary Helen Bowers is a professional ballerina and visionary fitness expert. She danced with the New York City Ballet for 10 years. Following an injury, she began experimenting with exercises to build endurance and strength, and developed Ballet Beautiful, her unique fitness method. Mary Helen is a sought-after fitness expert with a high-profile clientele. An innovator with incredible vision, Mary Helen is dramatically and irrevocably changing the fitness and wellness industry.www.balletbeautiful.comTrade ReviewMary Helen's technique allows anyone to achieve the long, toned physique of a dancer. * Natalie Portman *I adore Mary Helen Bowers: she knows how to make ordinary women look like ballerinas. She's the real deal. * Zooey Deschanel *Mary Helen Bowers is wonderful! * Liv Tyler *Nothing – or no one – has transformed my body the way Mary Helen Bowers’ Ballet Beautiful program has. * Kristina O’Neill, executive editor, Harper’s Bazaar *Shows off a celebrity fitness trend that could just be the next Pilates. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisPoignant and witty essays on the beautiful complexity of marriage.Trade Review"... short, sharp and sensitive volume... Her [Ada Calhoun's] witty, enthusiastic, cautionary, emotional and hard-headed reflections ought to be required reading for anyone entering, experiencing, leaving or avoiding marriage." -- The Guardian"Calhoun is at her strongest when she probes into the unrealistic expectations people hold about the institution..." -- Times Literary Supplement"This is a fascinating meditation on monogamy, and when we focus so much on beginnings and endings when we talk about relationships, it's refreshing to read a book that focuses on what many of us are familiar with - just trying to make it work." -- Daisy Buchanan - The Pool"Hopeful, sensible and grounded in reality, it serves as guidance to those in long-term relationships and those embarking on them." -- Sunday Post"Whatever your status or views on the institution, Ada’s book offers invaluable insight into marriage: the good parts, the bad parts, and the ugly parts." -- Refinery29"What’s the last book that made you laugh? Ada Calhoun’s “Wedding Toasts I’ll Never Give.” I mean, underlining and yellow marker bust-out laughs." -- Tom Hanks interview - The New York Times

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Book SynopsisBack in print after twenty years! Now readers can once again follow all the busy people who keep Busytown running smoothly. Everyone?s favorite friends are there: Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Sergeant Murphy, bumbling Mr. Frumble, and more. Preschoolers learning about their communities will enjoy seeing the inner workings of a farm, the harbor, the airport, and even the busy Cat household! This classic book, from the one and only Richard Scarry, will bring hours of fun to a whole new generation.

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Book SynopsisHilarious and poignant, a glimpse into the mind of someone who is both a sufferer from and an investigator of clutter.Trade Review"... excellent, eccentric book..." -- Paul Levy - The Spectator"All shared in an artfully constructed, self-deprecating, humorous yet moving memoir." -- Human Givens

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Book SynopsisA toolkit of practical strategies for managing intrusive, negative self-talk and how you respond to it.Trade Review"Transforming Negative Self-Talk: Practical Effective Exercises is a winner. I strongly recommend it! . . . [A] precise, articulate, systematic application of change principles to a particular problem . . . . I have used some of these exercises both on myself and with clients and they worked well and quickly. Negative self-talk triggers a vast array of problems, so this book has wide appeal." -- Milton H. Erickson Foundation Newsletter"Any who daily struggle with self-critical voices will appreciate this unique approach . . . . [A] pick for any psychology or self-help collection." -- Midwest Book Review"A clear and compelling book that provides many direct and helpful strategies for actively transforming inner experience . . . a gentle but powerful vehicle to help you build the kind of internal dialogue that makes meaningful change not only possible, but highly likely. Tell yourself you need to read this book—and be clever enough to follow the recommendation!" -- Michael D. Yapko, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and author of Mindfulness and Hypnosis and Depression is Contagious"This book is a rare jewel. Andreas has a clear and brilliant writing style. Through a myriad of concrete examples, he guides the reader in how to effectively manage self-talk." -- Giorgio Nardone, psychotherapist and Founder/Director of the Center for Strategic Therapy

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Book Synopsis* In The Silent Language of Leadership, Goman explains that personal space, physical gestures, posture, facial expressions can be used strategically to help leaders manage, motivate, lead global teams, and communicate clearly in the digital age.Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Leadership–Body Language Connection 1 1 Leadership At A Glance 13 Your Three Brains 15 Wired for Body Language 18 The Eye of the Beholder 20 Personal Curb Appeal 21 Five Mistakes People Make Reading Your Body Language 27 When Your Body Doesn’t Match Your Words 32 The Body Language of a Great Leader 34 2 Negotiation 35 Four Tips for Reading Body Language 38 Are They with You or Against You? 42 Dealing with the Disengaged 53 Are They Bluffing? 54 Body Language Guidelines for Negotiators 57 3 Leading Change 67 This Is Your Brain on Change 68 The Body-Mind Connection 73 Announcing Change 79 What Do People Want from You? 90 The Power of Empathy 91 4 Collaboration 93 The Universal Need for Collaboration 94 Wired to Connect 97 Six Body Language Tips for Inclusion 102 The Importance of How You Say What You Say 108 Using Space 111 Dress for Success 121 What Your Office Says About You 123 Familiarity Breeds Collaboration 125 5 Communicating Virtually And Face-To-Face 127 Technology, the Great Enabler 129 Six Tips for a Conference Call 135 Important Tips for Videoconferencing 137 Technology Brings a New Range of Communication Options 138 What’s So Great About Face-to-Face? 143 6 He Leads, She Leads 151 The Neuroscience of Gender 152 Why Jane Doesn’t Lead 155 Thirteen Gender-Based Differences in Nonverbal Communication 159 Leadership Styles of Men and Women 163 The Body Language of Male and Female Leaders 164 Body Language Tips for Male and Female Leaders 168 Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus 174 7 Working With Global Teams 177 Culture 179 Cross-Cultural Body Language 188 Lessons Learned 193 8 International Body Language 195 Greeting Behaviors 200 Business Cards 204 Time 206 Distance and Touch 211 Eye Contact 215 Seating 217 Emotions 221 Women 225 Closing Words of Advice 226 9 The Nonverbal Future Of Leadership 237 All Generations Bring Change 238 The New Generation of Workers 240 Gen Y and the Future of Visual Technology 242 The Future of Leadership 248 Predictions for the Future of Body Language 249 Acknowledgments 255 Notes 257 About the Author 265 Index 267

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Book SynopsisBabies can be a joy—and hard work. Now, they can also be a 50-in-1 science project kit!This fascinating and hands-on guide shows you how to re-create landmark scientific studies on cognitive, motor, language, and behavioral development—using your own bundle of joy as the research subject. Simple, engaging, and fun for both baby and parent, each project sheds light on how your baby is acquiring new skills—everything from recognizing faces, voices, and shapes to understanding new words, learning to walk, and even distinguishing between right and wrong.Whether your little research subject is a newborn, a few months old, or a toddler, these simple, surprising projects will help you see the world through your baby’s eyes—and discover ways to strengthen newly acquired skills during your everyday interactions.

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Book SynopsisA scientifically developed program for feeding kids with special needs--based on the popular Brain Balance Program   Dr. Robert Melillo’s Brain Balance program has helped thousands of families across the country, offering a drug-free, scientifically based method for addressing a wide range of conditions, including autism spectrum disorders and ADHD. In this new book, he presents the nutritional side of the Brain Balance Program, featuring guidelines, tips, and kid-friendly recipes based on the latest scientific research on how food affects the brain.   Designed to help busy parents feed picky kids in a beneficial way, the book will show readers how to:    • Recognize the difference between a fussy eater and a problem eater.   • Ease the sensory issues that make for mealtime mayhem.   • Identify food sensitivities using a simple eli

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Book SynopsisFAST MINDS is an acronym for common symptoms that are often seen in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Millions of adults have ADHD or some of its traits, but they are under-recognized, under-treated, and often under-supported. This book empowers people with ADHD, or some of its characteristics, to adapt and thrive. By working through the program in this book, you will develop personalized strategies to take control of your life.Forgetful. Achieving below potential. Stuck in a rut. Time challenged.Motivationally challenged. Impulsive. Novelty seeking. Distractible. Scattered. If any or all of these symptoms are making it difficult for you—or someone you know—to live life to the fullest, then the clinically proven, cutting-edge program in this book will help you understand your struggles and challenges. Whether you have been diagnosed with A

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