Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisNew updated edition. Congratulations, you’re having a baby. Yes, that’s right, you’re expecting too! David Caren delivers a long ‘overdue’ practical, straight-talking pregnancy guide for Irish expectant dads – all from a dad’s perspective. Combining real-life experiences from a fraternity of Irish fathers, tried-and-tested tips and expert views, with highlights including: Testing, Testing: Scans and Checks What’s Up, Doc? Monitoring Mum Prams, Trams & Automobiles: Choosing the Right Wheels Lights, Camera (Maybe?), ACTION: The Delivery Gone with the Sleep: Surviving Sleep Deprivation Accessible, entertaining, reassuring – everything an expectant and new dad needs to know! Fully reviewed and updated.Trade Reviewhighly recommended -- Tuam Heraldentertaining and reassuring – everything an expectant and new dad needs to know -- Easy Parenting Magazinedefinitely one of our must reads -- Pregnancy & Parenting Magazine'everything an expectant dad will need to know' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'practical and easy-to-follow' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'just the book to see ‘Daddy’ through' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'help you celebrate and understand everything that’s going on ... full of everything you need to know' -- Woman’s Way'straightforward, humorous' -- mummypages.ie'a really wonderful resource for men' -- mummypages.ie'if you’re an expectant mum and are sick and tired of explaining the ins and outs of pregnancy ... then it might be a wise decision to give the man in your life the gift of ‘The Irish Dad’s Survival Guide to Pregnancy and Beyond' -- mummypages.ie'no topic is off limit in David’s book, there is an answer for every question an expectant father might possibly have' -- mummypages.ie'packed full of practical advice' -- mummypages.ie'we frequently get asked by our mums (and dads-to-be) where they can find information that’s aimed at men about pregnancy and parenthood and we’re delighted to say we have found just the book!' -- mummypages.ie'honest and real' -- schooldays.ie'I wish I'd had this book to read when I was pregnant - I found it a lot easier to read - and far less annoying - than some of the 'What to expect' type books I found myself reading and throwing on the floor!' -- schooldays.ie'just what expectant father's have been waiting for' -- schooldays.ie'written in a down-to-earth, straight-talking, no nonsense, humorous way, the book goes through everything the other 'pregnancy' books go through, but with Dad in mind, rather than mum' -- schooldays.ie'I would highly recommend it to any new Dad, or second, third, fourth (etc.) time Dad as a refresher guide' -- schooldays.ie'David Caren may become the male equivalent of Gina Ford, with every father-to-be hanging on his every word' -- schooldays.ie'covers everything nearly-fathers will need to know' -- Irish Independent'a down-to-earth practical guide' -- Books Ireland'refreshing ... accessible' -- Sunday World'filled with the most useful and most important information ... contains all the stuff one would have liked to know, but never knew enough to ask about' -- The Irish Catholic'be welcomed ... practical ... the fact that it's specific to Ireland elevates it above the majority of guides for expectant fathers' -- Sunday Business Post'it’s brilliant' -- Tom Dunne Show'humourous and practical' -- Sunday World'a handbook for all new members of the "expectant fathers" club' -- Irish Times'answers all those questions many fathers-to-be would never utter in the light of a pre-natal class' -- Sunday World'a fantastic read!' -- Mums & Tots Magazine'practical pointers and top tips for any new dad or dad to be in Ireland' -- Mums & Tots MagazineA book I often turn to as a parent of very young children is The Irish Dad’s Survival Guide to Pregnancy and Beyond, by David Caren -- Simon Tierney, Irish TimesTable of Contents Congratulations ... 12 Introduction: You’re going to be a dad ... 15 It All Started with The ‘Late Late’ Show: Tell-tale signs that she’s pregnant! 15 A Game of Three Parts: Trimesters 25 Chapter 1: The First Trimester: Times they are a changin’ 27 Trimester 1: Weeks 0–12 27 The ‘All-Day’ Infliction: Morning sickness 30 CATastrophe in Waiting: Toxoplasmosis 34 Take That out of Your Mouth ... The no-no foods of pregnancy 36 Won’t He Feel IT? Sex in pregnancy 38 What’s up, Doc? Well in advance of your new arrival 43 The ‘M’ Word: Miscarriage in pregnancy 47 Keeping Mum: The 12-week rule 54 Joe Public v Peter Private: Irish maternity care – an overview 55 Testing, Testing ... Scans and checks 63 What’s up, Doc? Monitoring mum 64 Join the Club: The waiting room 69 Chapter 2: The Second Trimester. When reality ‘kicks’ in 73 Trimester 2: Weeks 13–28 73 In My Day ... Handling advice 76 Nobody puts Baby in a Corner! Preparing a child forthe new arrival 77 Woof Time of It: Your dog and your unborn baby 79 I Can’t See Him as a Thor FitzGerald! The baby name game 81 Is That His Little ...? Finding out the sex of your baby 84 Seeing Things: Expecting multiples 86 The Name’s ‘Bond’: Bonding with your unborn baby 90 Small Change: The price of parenthood 92 A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing: Choosing the right family car 95 Buckle up! Choosing the car seat 98 Chapter 3: The Third Trimester. The final stretch 105 Trimester 3: Weeks 28–Birth 105 ‘I Love It When a Plan Comes Together ...’ The birth plan 108 The MANternity Bag: The expectant dad’s survival kit 112 Getting Anti about Attending: The antenatal class 114 In the Thick of It: Attending the birth 117 Grounded! Air restrictions 120 What’s up, Doc? Health concerns in the third trimester 121 Twigs and Berries: Preparing the nest 124 Kitting out Your Kid: The essentials 125 Prams, Trams and Automobiles: Choosing the right wheels 131 Chapter 4: Labour: The main event 139 Show Me the Baby ... Signs that she is in labour 140 Get that Kettle away from Me! How to deliver a baby ... 142 What’s up, Doc? The three stages of labour 145 Tongs of Praise: Assisted deliveries 148 Exploring Other Avenues: Caesarean section 151 Help Wanted: Pain relief in labour 153 I Like It in Here ... Natural methods for bringing out baby 159 Not the Cooking Appliance! Induction 163 Lights, Camera (Maybe?), ACTION ... The delivery 164 Afterbirth Antics: The third stage 179 Keep the Cord: Stem-cell collection 180 The Iceman Cometh: How are you REALLY feeling? 180 Chapter 5: Surviving the First Six Weeks: We are family ... 183 Home Alone: The final checklist 184 Get Into Line: Managing visiting hours 185 Mothering Mum: Postnatal depression 188 SAD DAD: Male postnatal depression 191 How to: Change a nappy 195 Wind a baby 199 Bathe a baby 202 Stop a baby crying 206 Wolverine Rocks! Say no to rocking 209 Gone with the Sleep: Surviving sleep deprivation 210 It’s Breast to Bottle It ... The methods of feeding 214 Game on, Dad: Video games & fatherhood 223 Left Holding the Baby: Going back to work 225 Relight the Fires: Sex after birth 226 When Sex Can Mean More Babies! The dad’s guide to contraception 228 What’s up, Doc? The six-week check-up 233 Dad’s the Final Word 235 Chapter 6: Men of the House 237 Role Reversal: The stay-at-home-dad 237 10 Survival Tips for the Irish SAHD 238 Putting Word to Web 241 Daddy Dragon 243 Chores Are All Done: Education & Innovation 245 Show Me the Money: What are your entitlements? 247 Chapter 7: Legal Issues: Everything you need to know but were afraid to ask … 257 Paternity Leave & Benefit 257 Parental Leave 265 Force Majeure Leave 269 Parent’s Leave 269 Maternity Leave for Fathers 271 Unmarried Dads and Guardianship Rights 271 Registering the Birth 276 Chapter 8: What’s up, Doc? The glossary 281 Useful Resources 289 References 291 Index 295

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Book SynopsisBeing able to connect deeply with other people will help you succeed and flourish at work and enhance your career or business development.And more than this, meaningful connection with other people is what gives most of us true joy and a sense of purpose in our personal lives.But connecting and communicating isn’t always easy. Perhaps we’re fearful of being judged or rejected, or we lack the confidence to speak out in a group, or to approach what we believe will be a difficult conversation.In this thought-provoking and practical book, you’ll discover how connecting with yourself gives you a foundation for better relationships with others. You’ll find ideas that you can apply to one-to-one conversations, to group interactions such as networking meetings, teamworking and leadership, and in family and social settings.As you progress through three dimensions of connection, you’ll build skills and confidence in relating to yourself and others.‘Crafting Connection is a must-read guide to communication and building better relationships.’Jess Annison, OBE. Jess Annison Coaching‘… an elegant, accessible, and practical guide to creating a more meaningful, authentic life by deepening the connection you have with yourself and with others.’Sarah Grant. Nutritional therapist, Gut ReactionFelicity Dwyer is a facilitator, trainer, coach and speaker. She helps individuals, leaders and teams to connect and communicate, so that people feel heard and understood.Trade ReviewA comprehensive tour through improving individual interactions. I would readily recommend for the methodical and insightful approach. * Amazon *It is from this slower, more reflective mindset that I think the book reveals its true splendour. Crafting Connection is more a life resource that you continually dip into and come back to, as opposed to something you just read once or skim.’ * Edge *Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to Crafting ConnectionSECTION 1: Connecting Within Section Introduction CHAPTER 1 It all starts here: Presence as the gateway to connection CHAPTER 2 Body whispering: Tuning into the subtle signals of body wisdom CHAPTER 3 Does this matter? Values as your trustworthy guide CHAPTER 4 Getting out of your own way: Uncovering clarity by noticing your own thought processes CHAPTER 5 Your inner landscape: Exploring metaphor and story as a way of understanding and changing your experience of the world SECTION 2: Connecting With Section Introduction CHAPTER 6 I hear you: Listening as the master key to connection CHAPTER 7 I would like to be heard: The skills of assertive and respectful communication CHAPTER 8 What do you really think? Using questions to deepen connection and understanding Chapter 9 Just imagine… Story and metaphor to engage and influence others CHAPTER 10It’s more than words: Body and voice in the dance of connectionCHAPTER 11Expanding awareness and deepening relationships through giving and receiving feedback SECTION 3: Connecting BeyondSection Introduction CHAPTER 12Finding community: engaging with deep and shallow networksCHAPTER 13Crafting community: Building valuable connections CHAPTER 14 Beyond the selfThe art and practice of inter-connectionCONCLUSION CHAPTER 15 1Connecting in 3D, PARED downBOOK BONUSESACKNOWLEDGEMENTSREFERENCES

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Book SynopsisThe long-held notion of learning from our failures doesn’t work.At best, it leaves us with a long list of what to avoid instead of giving us a way to accomplish our goals. Success isn’t achieved by not doing something; it requires a series of deliberate actions.This book provides a practical framework for understanding our unique motivations, habits, and behaviors that enable us to accomplish anything and develop a personal framework for future success.Using compelling research and engaging stories, international best-selling author and business coach Rob Hatch reveals how to go beyond the notion of strengths and what we do well to understand the specific decisions, behaviors, and actions enabling us to achieve our goals on our terms.Trade ReviewWhile failure may inform us about what went wrong or signal that we need to try something different, it fails to let us know how to do better. That's the magic and power of success. It can help us succeed because it has before and can help guide us forward. The approach of the book to make it each person's individual journey, rather than providing a formulaic approach, is a refreshing way to stop, reflect, and reframe what and how success works for each of us. - Amazon 5*"Failure is the best teacher." Turns out that's not true. Embarrassing failures are too busy knotting up our stomachs to teach us anything except "never trying that again." So what do we learn from? We learn from reflecting on our experiences. Author Rob Hatch argues our previous successes are our best frame for our next successes. Then he sets out how to frame it, with specific questions and useful examples... Overall, a worthy successor to his previous book Attention! and the two books work well together. - NetGalleyIf you're someone who likes positive psychology and working on strengths, you're going to love Success Frames by Rob Hatch. It's so refreshing to hear we all have a success framework that can help us continue to replicate the good work we've done before. I'd much rather learn from what I've done right in the past than rehash my failures. And what I particularly appreciate about this method is that it works in your personal life as well as in business. -NetGalleyTable of ContentsAcknowledgmentsPart I: The myths of failureChapter 1: The power of your past successwhy failure is failing usChapter 2: Shifting to what works—success is inclusiveChapter 3: Frameworks, not formulasPart II: Reclaiming our humanityChapter 4: Create space—don’t grieve the grindChapter 5: Deconstructing the stories of our successChapter 6: Success framing—what do you need?Part III: Your success framesChapter 7: Success frames for an age of distractionChapter 8: Building your framesChapter 9: Our frames support our actionsNext steps: What does that look like?About the authorIndex

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Book SynopsisTHE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'I wanted this to be bad, but Josh and Rob have written an incredibly funny book about parenting' - Romesh Ranganathan'Exactly why I'm glad I don't have kids' - Tom Allen'This is the story of two blokes who thought life was really easy and then they had two kids each and realised it was absolutely impossible...'What's it really like to be a parent? And how come no one ever warned Rob or Josh of the sleep depriving, sick-covering, tear-inducing, snot-wiping, 4am-relationship-straining brutality of it all?Filled with all the things they never tell you at antenatal classes, Parenting Hell is a beguiling mixture of humour and conversation from the hosts of the no.1 smash hit podcast (but this time, their wives andparents get a say too).Unlike those who might pretend to have it all together, Rob and Josh comfortably discuss the highs and lows of parenting. Whether it's moments of unmatched euphoric joy or realising you took going to the toilet in peace for granted, this book is a reminder that everyone figures it out along the way.This edition is updated with bonus parenting 'tips' from Rob and Josh.READERS LOVE PARENTING HELL:'Best laugh out loud book on parenting''I laughed and cried! Not being a parent I can now appreciate everything my friends do a lot more!''Every parent needs to read this''Every parent or parent-to-be or parent-adjacent needs to read this! It's also surprisingly empowering for women - the way they include the wives perspectives is beautiful''An honest account of parenting with a welcome twist/dose of humour. Buy it! Gift it.''I laughed out loud many times and once had to go into another room because I thought I might wake my sleeping husband.'

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Book Synopsis***THE TOP TEN BESTSELLER***AS HEARD ON DAVINIA TAYLOR'S HACK YOUR HORMONES PODCAST'Pippa Campbell is a fantastic nutritionist.' Gabby Logan'...gives you the tools to build a personalised eating plan to suit your body.' MetroDo you struggle to lose weight? Have you tried a number of plans that work for others but not for you? Are you looking for an easy, sustainable solution to staying healthy? Diet and nutrition expert Pippa Campbell's clients turn to her for help when their weight-loss plans fail. Now she wants to share her secrets with everyone and help you become your own 'diet detective' along the way. Through a simple Q&A Pippa helps to identify what's going wrong in the 7 key body systems that might prevent weight loss, before creating a diet that is specific to you and your needs and formulating a personalised plan for sustainable weight-loss and better health. Packed with tasty recipe ideas, meal planners and illuminating client case studies, Eat Right, Lose Weight debunks the one-size-fits-all diet myth and is the book that will change the way women approach weight loss.Trade ReviewPippa Campbell is a fantastic nutritionist and really focuses her attention on women like me who are in the mid-life with all the challenges that brings. She makes things simple and easy to understand and what's more I felt so much better after tweaking a few things with my diet. * Gabby Logan *Pippa's a genius! I took a DNA test earlier this year and was fascinated by the results. The results enabled me to start taking the right supplements that support my hectic lifestyle as a single mum of two children. I also love sports and exercise - especially strength training - so balancing my nutrition is really important. * Kirsty Gallacher, TV and Radio Broadcaster and Journalist *Pippa Campbell's book provides an answer to so many people wanting to lose weight the right way. It beautifully describes how to personalise the diet to one of 7 different metabolic types to result in successful, healthy weight loss. * Jeffrey Bland, Ph.D., Author, The Disease Delusion, founder, Institute for Functional Medicine *

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Book SynopsisConventional wisdom says that all we need to do to stay fit and trim is to exercise regularly and eat a low-fat, whole-food diet. Yet more and more people want to fast, forgoing food altogether. But should we fast? And does fasting speak to something deep and immutable within us? Why are we so well adapted to undertake it? And is there a way we can balance the demands of our busy lives with an ancient ritual that requires taking time to rest and rejuvenate? This book tackles all these questions and more. It shows that the story of fasting has roots in the most fundamental aspects of the human condition, and is in fact a quest for mastery – over our bodies, our minds, our health, our circumstances and our fate. And the book tells of the hopes, anxieties and convictions that set us upon that journey.Trade Review'Fasting is deeply embedded in most of the world's major faiths. This book makes a modern argument offering a new form of transformation and redemption.' – Ken Albala, Tully Knoles Endowed Professor of History, University of the PacificTable of Contents1 A Hunger for More: Fasting and Its Purposes from Antiquity to the Present 2 Food for Thought: Fasting Throughout the Ages 3 The Physician Within: Fasting for Health 4 Seeing Less of You: The Promise of Fasting for Weight Loss 5 The Wages of Thin: The Dangers of Fasting for Weight Loss EPILOGUE Of Apps and Appetite: The Future of Fasting References Select Bibliography Acknowledgements Index

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Book Synopsis'Incredibly helpful - every man should have a copy' —Colin Jackson, former olympic athlete'This book will save lives.' —Elis & John, Radio X'An essential read' —Levison Wood, author and explorer___________________Your body needs maintaining to keep it healthy. So does your mind.Sounds simple, but tired and outdated ideas that tell men how they ought to be, mean the message gets lost. And the results speak for themselves: suicide is the biggest killer of men under fifty. There’s no more room for debate – taking care of your head space should be as normal as eating your five-a-day or going to the gym. Many books make impossible promises about how they will fix all your problems and stresses with some miraculous ten-step programme. This one doesn’t. What it does do is provide practical help, when times are tough and also when they’re not. And just like with your physical health, it doesn’t always have to take much to make a difference.Developed in partnership with Mind, the mental health charity, This Book Could Help is filled with straightforward expert advice and simple techniques to help you shake off what other people say you ought to be, prioritize yourself, meet challenges and develop new strengths, in areas such as dealing with stress, motivation, work and life goals. We all deserve to live fully and respect our struggles, so start here and back yourself every day.Because head space is not a luxury, it’s essential.Trade ReviewA book like this is too important to ignore; it will literally save lives. -- Elis and John, Radio XIncredibly helpful – every man should have a copy. -- Colin Jackson, former Olympic athleteFinally, something that cuts through the myths and delivers practical advice. Powerful yet relatable. -- Clarke Carlisle, former Premier League footballerA really helpful guide for men who want no-nonsense and practical help. An essential read. -- Levison Wood, author and explorerThis book could make all the difference to someone's life. We should all read it. A great tool in understanding and dealing with one's mental health. -- Nicholas Pinnock, actor

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Book SynopsisFeaturing simple tips, practical advice and inspiring ideas, this book will help you discover how to reap the mental, physical and spiritual benefits found in natureWe all know that our environment is critical to our well-being, so when seeking a boost to our happiness, where better to look than the garden? Whether you're hoping to cultivate a calmer mindset, nurture your physical strength or connect with your community, the restorative powers of gardening can help you flourish.With valuable information, actionable tips, creative project ideas and feel-good gardening facts, this book will help you discover the all-round health benefits that can come while honing your green fingers.Inside you will discover:- How the aromas, colours and sounds of plants and nature can both relax and invigorate you- Why gardening and its therapeutic actions are beneficial for your mental health- How to energize your body, tone muscles and improve flexibility for overall fitness- The plentiful spiritual aspects to be found through breathwork and grounding exercises- How and why gardening can plant you within your community and encourage teamwork and cooperation

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Book SynopsisDiscover the joy – and health benefits – of walking and seeing the natural world. In this delightful guide, Alice Peck explains how, rather than simply providing a way of getting from one place to another, the simple practice of walking can have huge benefits for us, both physically and mentally, from ageing more slowly to sparking creativity. When we walk mindfully, we can reconnect with our body and the earth beneath our feet and discover a sense of calm. Walking outside also offers us a chance to be in nature, which improves our health and wellbeing, evokes awe and nurtures our soul. With inspiration for ways to walk, including forest-bathing (strolling through trees and wooded areas), earthing (walking barefoot in the mud), embracing friluftsliv – the Norwegian philosophy of enjoying the outdoors, and even a trip round the block, as well as easy meditations to try, Mindful Walking will soon get you on your feet and out of the house to enjoy the healing effects of taking a walk.Trade ReviewMindful Walking will soon get you on your feet and out - Naturally Good Health

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Book Synopsis'With the authentic voice I've grown to expect from Devon [...] This book articulates a feeling that has lurked in the dark corners of so many minds and brings it into the light where it can be faced, embraced, understood, and ultimately, healed. Stop doomscrolling and read this book. You'll feel better, I promise.' -Celeste Headlee, journalist and bestselling authorHow many times a day do you feel shame? Struggling to pay the bills; buying a top made in a sweatshop; reading the news and feeling - yet again - a powerlessness to the point of apathy? In today's self-blame culture, it often feels impossible not to carry shame about the choices we make and the values by which we live. When the political is so personal, and the personal is so political, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the sense that we're not doing enough - maybe, even, that we're not enough. In this bold and transformative manifesto, social psychologist and author of Unmasking Autism Dr Devon Price takes an in-depth look at shame and the role it plays in our lives. Systemic Shame traps us into fighting unwinnable battles and judging others for their failures. But it especially affects those who are already vulnerable because they're carrying shame from a difficult past or a complicated sense of self-esteem. This new, radically positive book shows us that there is no such thing as becoming "good enough" to be deserving of love; that we must claim acceptance for ourselves. Blending the latest social psychology, personal insights and empowering practical exercises, Unlearning Shame is a radical guide to overcoming self-blame and embracing a new culture - one where we take control of the choices we make and the future we create.Trade ReviewWith the authentic voice I've grown to expect from Devon, he raises an issue that could not be more timely. This book articulates a feeling that has lurked in the dark corners of so many minds and brings it into the light where it can be faced, embraced, understood, and ultimately, healed. Stop doomscrolling and read this book. You'll feel better, I promise. * Celeste Headlee, journalist and bestselling author *

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Book SynopsisMoney Together will help you conquer your money as a partnership - with messy, beautiful, heartbreaking and emotional stories of couples who manage their financial lives and navigate the seasons of life together.

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Book SynopsisQualified psychotherapist and award-winning content creator, Tasha Bailey, closes the gap between the therapy room and the wider world. Real Talk: Lessons from Therapy for Healing & Living makes a therapist's tool kit available to everyone. It's time to bring therapy out of the therapy room and into the real world. In recent years, therapy and self-care have become familiar buzzwords, but it's clear that people are having to face their emotional difficulties without the tools and insight to work through them. Enter Real Talk, A book to enable readers to have genuine, authentic conversations with themselves, and to start the journey of healing their past experiences and cope with the challenges of modern life. Filled with techniques and wisdom from a therapist's toolkit this is a must-have handbook for optimising your mental health. Drawing on her experience as a qualif

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Book SynopsisTammy Hembrow is an entrepreneur and one of Australia's most successful creators, with over 20 million followers. As the founder of fitness platform Tammy Fit and luxury athleisure label Saski, Tammy's mission is to motivate and inspire people to feel their best. Tammy has been listed in Business News Australia's 40 under 40, won Young Entrepreneur of the Year Australia in her category for Business News Australia, and been voted Cosmopolitan magazine's Social Media Star of the Year, Fitness & Travel. She is mum to Wolf, Saskia and Posy.

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Book SynopsisFrom the TikTok creator who brought you the popular Let's Talk and Not Delivered journals comes a powerful guided journal for when you need it most.When you're kept awake at night by hopes, worries or regrets, how can you put your mind at rest?3am Thoughts is an introspective guided journal for those moments when you need something to share, but don't' know who to share it with. Thoughtful questions, mindful practices and creative prompts will help you get to the heart of things.Find the support and comfort you deserve. And let go of the messages you could not send.

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Book SynopsisMaintaining good sleep is a crucial yet often underrated pillar of a person''s wellbeing and general health. Despite this, there is limited guidance on how and why the various phases women experience in their lifetime may impact their quality of sleep, and what can be done to improve it.This practical and accessible guide for health professionals introduces the concept of female sleep health across the lifetime, including key stages such as menstruation, fertility, working life, birth, perimenopause, and menopause. It also addresses sleep disorders, pain, and the impact poor sleep may have on mental health.Readers will benefit from practical and detailed strategies on improving sleep, guidance on sleep aides and technology, and signposts to when clinical intervention is needed.

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Book SynopsisBest-selling author and spiritual pioneer Dr. David R. Hawkins unlocks the power of love and the truth of karma, guiding you toward a profound new way of seeing reality. In this new book, derived from Dr. David Hawkins's popular Way to God lecture series, he explores the transformative power of Unconditional Lovingness and the spiritual significance of karma. Dr. Hawkins unpacks the ineffable nature of love as a pathway to the Divine. He reveals how love manifests in countless formsfrom duty and commitment to caringness and even love for the bodyand invites us to recognize its presence as a constant of life. He explores traditional devotional practices, the power of true forgiveness, and the profound surrender that leads to spiritual freedom. Then, he delves into the complexities of karmahow our karmic inheritance shapes our lives and offers opportunities for spiritual growth. He explains how this earthly realm functions as a purgatorial space, where individuals can undo negative karma, cultivate positive karma, and accelerate their spiritual evolution. Through these teachings, you'll begin to see that love is everywhere and to nurture those parts of yourself. Karma and Devotion offers deep insights into the journey of awakening, providing practical wisdom for those seeking to align with higher consciousness and divine truth.

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Book SynopsisWithin you is a sacred energy that holds the key to irresistible confidence, deep self-knowledge and enriched well-being. Whether your goal is to heighten your intuition, supercharge your self-esteem, or develop high vibrational habits to attract anything you desire, this book will help you become the magnetic woman you were always meant to be.

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to navigate the world of love and courtship with this charming, whimsical guide to modern dating, inspired by Regency-era etiquette. Packed with tips for dealing with all kinds of romantic scenarios and quotes from figures like Jane Austen and Lord Byron, your heart will be swooning as you turn from page to page.

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Book SynopsisTim Clare has suffered from anxiety and panic attacks for over a decade. At their worst, his attacks would see him curled on the floor, screaming to his wife for help. When they became more than he and his family could manage, Tim made a promise to himself - he would try everything he could to get better, every method and medicine.In Coward, Tim Clare explores all the possible treatments for anxiety, from SSRIs to hypnosis, running to extreme diets. He interviews experts and becomes a guinea pig, testing their methods on himself. At the end of a year of many ups and downs, Tim discovers what helps him (and what doesn't), and what might help others. Most of all, he comes to rethink anxiety and encourages all of us to do the same.Trade ReviewIn a space crowded with arrogant, dogmatic self-help, this is a story which actually delivers something useful. It's a meditation on the science and purpose of anxiety, its function and the disability it causes. It's reassuring and funny in equal measure -- DR CHRIS VAN TULLEKENA rigorous, sceptical and jolly account of anxiety, its causes, and how it might be cured * * The Times * *This is the best book I've ever read on anxiety, health and being an anxious person on this planet . . . [a] gift of a book -- EMMA GANNONA clever blend of memoir, science and useful advice . . . what really resonates is his honest account of his own panic attacks and what it is like to try to come off sertraline . . . a brave and moving book - one that offers lots of practical help * * Independent, Books of the Month * *Fascinating, thought-provoking, vulnerable and generous, Coward is an important book. I wish everyone would read it -- CATHY RENTZENBRINKFunny, fascinating, brilliant and brave, Coward isn't a self-help guide to beating anxiety - it's far more valuable than that -- MELISSA HARRISONSuch a tonic. Funny, honest, moving - meticulously researched. I'm learning loads. I think it will help a lot of people -- NATHAN FILERTim Clare may call himself a coward but this brave and beautiful memoir proves he's anything but. This isn't a manifesto or self-help book - instead Coward is a darkly comic, deftly researched and devastatingly moving meditation on the pain and self-loathing of anxiety and the redemptive power of love to help us change our minds. This is a must-read for all of us trying to stay sane in an increasingly distressing world -- SUSANNAH CAHALAN

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Book SynopsisThis book sensitively describes the journey of an autistic boy named Zeke, his parents and his siblings. This book also exposes elements of medical negligence concerning an ASD boy. My hope in doing this is to encourage parents of children with learning difficulties to follow my example in order to ensure their children are treated fairly by receiving the best medical intervention for their medical condition. It would appear that certain types of medical professionals will cut corners when providing medical care for some children or subjects with a disability in order to save the National Health Service money. Everyone deserves to have the best medical treatment available and have their lives prolonged as long as possible. This book also reveals that due to new initiatives in the education and training of teachers and support workers of ASD children/young people, the taboo and stigma that existed about autism worldwide, is now significantly reduced. This acceptance is due to the fact that many ASD people are making good progress in education. Some are holding down professional and skilled employment. Some are even falling in love and raising their own children.

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Book SynopsisIf you''re dyspraxic, you might struggle with things like balance, being messy or breaking things, or even spatial awareness. But dyspraxic kids also have lots of talents and strengths. In this book you will meet different dyspraxic children who can do amazing things. You might recognise some of these strengths as things that you can do too! Some dyspraxic children have excellent memories, some are super flexible, some love making their friends laugh, or have brilliant imaginations, some are great at focusing really hard, and some have loads of energy, and bounce off the walls!Each character also shares things that you can ask grown-ups to do to support you, like giving you exercises to strengthen your body, setting routines at school and home to help with your anxiety, aids to help with handwriting, and allowing fidget toys or doodling to help you focus. This book also provides guidance for parents and teachers, with advice on how they can support children with sus

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Book SynopsisReflexology is a safe, gentle therapy that boosts the body's healing systems and helps combat stress. This comprehensive book contains everything you need to know about the subject, including zone maps of the hands and feet, techniques for working the reflex points, advice on how to prepare for a reflexology session and a step-by-step routine to treat the whole body. With a detailed directory providing instructions to relieve common ailments, from digestive problems to skin complaints, plus specialised treatments to suit children and the elderly, this is the only guide to reflexology you'll ever need.Table of ContentsIntroduction How reflexology works Reflexology preparation Treating the feet Reflexology for common ailments Specialized reflexology Treating the hands Index Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisCrystals help you get into vibrational alignment with the universe, making them potent tools for manifesting what you want in life. Whether you are looking to attract love, prosperity or new opportunities for success, there is a crystal that can help.In Manifesting with Crystals, Judy Hall, one of the world's bestselling authors on crystals, teaches you how to use crystals to enhance your manifestation practice. The law of attraction works based on the principle that like attracts like - crystals, which already have powerful vibrational energies of their own, can magnify and focus your intention. You will learn how to sense the energy of crystals and choose the right ones to work with for manifesting and you will find inspiring visualizations, affirmations, rituals and layouts to help you connect to your crystal. Included are detailed profiles for more than seventy crystals which have special manifesting properties, such as - Malachite- Angel's Wing Calcite- Agate- Aurora Quartz- Mystic Topaz- Citrine- and MohawkiteBeautifully illustrated throughout, this book reveals the crystals and special techniques that can help you bring about positive change in your life. With this book and your crystals, you can make your dreams become a reality.

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Book SynopsisExpert Theresa Cheung explains how it is possible to develop the deepest levels of your mind to achieve greater self-realization and personal growth.

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Book SynopsisSex scholarship has a long history in anthropology, from the studies of voyeuristic Victorian gentlemen ethnographers, to more recent analyses of gay sex, transsexualism, and the newly visible forms of contemporary sexuality in the West. The Anthropology of Sex draws on the comparative field research of anthropologists to examine the relationship between sex as identity, practice and experience. Sexual cultures vary enormously and, while often the topic of tabloid titillation, they are more rarely subjected to strict cultural analysis. The Anthropology of Sex is the first work to critically synthesise over a century of comparative expertise, knowledge and understanding of diverse sexual forms. - Explores sexuality from diversity to perversity and asks how diverse sexual practices are linked. - Probes the cultural and comparative context of contemporary sexual practice and belief. - Examines the shaping of sex by global and globalizing forces. The Anthropology of Sex will be key reading for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in anthropology and related disciplines.Trade Review"This excellent book brings together cutting edge theory with a wide range of ethnographic evidence. It is a fascinating account of sexuality and all its many facets, raising issues of power, pleasure, taboo and more. An intriguing and engrossing read. - Heather Montgomery, Senior Lecturer in Childhood Studies, The Open University This volume not only brings sex - finally - into the centre of a discipline concerned with the different ways that people deal with the basics of human life, it is also a perfect combination of cross-cultural comparison and fieldwork examples at its best. - Dieter Haller, Chair for Social Anthropology, Ruhr-Universität Bochum"Table of ContentsPreface1. Sexual Advances2. Beautiful Bodies 3. Dancing Desires 4. Erotic Economies 5. Foreign Affairs 6. Forbidden Frontiers 7. Sex Crimes 8. Intimate Cultures References Index

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Book SynopsisThis book will restore your confidence and help you to be more assertive and command more respect at work. It will enable you to:- Be valued for who you are- Ask for what you are entitled to- Say 'no' when you have the right to do so- Have your opinions and ideas heard and respected- Stand up for yourself- Handle difficult situations calmly and successfullyIt also provides a step-by-step guide to how to deal with some of the most common situations that you are likely to face during your working life - including asking for a pay rise!¬

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Book Synopsis'A spectacular guide to the inner world and relationships; it dispels myths, grounds you in transformative truth and reconnects you to your power' Yung Pueblo'This masterpiece will take you from pain to freedom' Nedra Glover TawwabRelationships have the ability to infuse our lives with the magic of intimacy and connection. But often we can find ourselves chasing unavailable love, putting other's needs before our own all the while abandoning the one who needs us most - ourselves. From Sheleana Aiyana, spiritual writer and founder of Rising Woman, comes a transformational inner-work journey to heal lifelong relationship patterns and reclaim power over your life. Becoming the One is your invitation to make peace with your past, stand in your worth and find your way home to yourself.Trade ReviewSheleana Aiyana has created a clear bridge between personal healing and improving our relationships. Becoming the One is for you if you want to live more fully and experience love at a greater level of harmony. This is a spectacular guide to the inner world and relationships; it dispels myths, grounds you in transformative truth, and reconnects you to your power. -- Yung Pueblo, New York Times bestselling author of InwardSheleana guides you on the journey of reclaiming yourself and defining your life. This masterpiece will take you from pain to freedom. Reading Becoming the One will help you understand the process and power of healing. Sheleana has created a must-read for people who seek to heal childhood wounds. -- Nedra Glover Tawwab, New York Times bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find PeaceAn extraordinary gift that illuminates the path to wholehearted self-acceptance ... Sheleana is a wise woman, a compassionate and clear-eyed guide, a visionary, and a teacher in the true sense of the word. I'd follow her up any mountain. -- Harriet Lerner, New York Times bestselling author of The Dance of Anger and Why Won’t You Apologize?Sheleana is one of those rare writers whose poetic wisdom touches deep into your soul. Her words will lead you back to yourself in a way that will feel more authentic than ever before. Enjoy this beautiful odyssey back to YOU. -- Dr. Shefali Tsabary, New York Times bestselling author of The Conscious Parent and A Radical AwakeningBecoming the One is a gift to every human being who's on their journey of healing and coming home to themselves. May all those who need this tender wisdom on their healing journey find their way to Sheleana Aiyana and this powerful book. -- Dr Scott Lyons, founder of The Embody Lab

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Book Synopsis'The single most influential spokesperson for organic psychedelics' The Independent With a new foreword from Dennis McKenna.From renowned ethnobotanist and psychonaut Terence McKenna comes this surreally mind-bending adventure into the depths of the human experience.True Hallucinations is a mesmerising odyssey of McKenna's travels in the Amazon with a band of friends during the 1970s. From mushrooms and flying saucers to pirates and James Joyce, McKenna uncovers the limitless potential of organic psychedelics to open our minds, bodies and spirits to higher states of being.Trade ReviewOne of the five or six most important people on the planet * Timothy Leary *It would be hard to find a drug narrative more compellingly perched on a baroquely romantic limb than this passionate Tom-and-Huck-ride-Great-Mother-river-saga of brother bonding ... Terence is a hoot * Esquire *

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Book SynopsisKatherine May is a writer of both fiction and non-fiction. Her most recent works include The Electricity of Every Living Thing and The Whitstable High Tide Swimming Club. She lives by the sea in Whitstable and enjoys sea swimming and long walks. She lives and breathes everything the natural world has to offer and is compelled by how the wild and extreme landscapes can benefit our mental and emotional wellbeing.

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Book SynopsisPLEASE NOTE: LINK FOR THE FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD CAN BE FOUND ON THE CONTENTS PAGEThere's so much more to confidence than being outgoing, and self esteem has a huge impact on both your happiness and what you are able to achieve in life. Marisa Peer's tried and tested programme is an effortless way to maximise your potential and overhaul your whole outlook on life for the better. Her powerful hypnotic language and effective techniques mean that just reading the book enables you to change negative thought patterns and break harmful habits that have been holding you back without you knowing it.Written in the highly engaging style she is renowned for, Marisa's book speaks to you on an extremely personal level and tailors her proven methods in establishing confidence to your unique needs. Unlike other books on the market, not only does her programme provide lasting results but she focuses much more on how to like yourself, because until you do you can't enjoy the benefits of confidence. Marisa's programme is the effortless way to tackle every type of confidence issue so that you can achieve your full potential in life and reap the rewards.Trade ReviewThis book and CD form a programme to unlock and increase your innate, untapped confidence. Learn how to banish self-doubt, not worry about what others think, and feel great about yourself * Best *

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Book SynopsisEveryone knows that building your product or service into a bona fide brand is the only way to stand out in today's insanely crowded marketplace. The only question is how do you do it? This is the definitive text on branding, distilling complex theories and principles behind this key marketing term into in twenty-two easy-to-read vignettes including: The Law of Contraction A brand becomes stronger when you narrow its focus The Law of the Word A brand should strive to own a word in the mind of the consumer The Law of Fellowship In order to build the category, a brand should welcome other brands World-renowned marketing guru Al Ries and his daughter and business partner Laura Ries examine brand-blazing strategies from the world's best, including Coca-Cola, Xerox, BMW, Federal Express and Starbucks, to provide you with the expert insight you need to build a world-class brand.Trade ReviewThe 22 Immutable Laws of Branding will enlighten many, and it attacks the jargon of the marketing professional with common sense * Independent *

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Book SynopsisMany people have found homoeopathic remedies to be safe and effective and want to know more, keen to take responsibility and participate in their own healing. This book provides the information required, explaining how homoeopathic remedies work, which treatments work for which ailments and when professional advice must be sought.Trade Review“I recommended this book to anyone interested in Homeopathy.” --Homeopathy News “A very accessible book…that provides additional guidance to those who may be confused or unclear about the principles and practice of homoeopathy.” --Institute for Complimentary Medicine Journal.

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Book SynopsisOur Story is a gift journal available in two beautiful designs - for my daughter and for my son - inspiring parents to capture the unique story of childhood, from early baby memories through to the eighteenth year together. A beautifully designed, colour illustrated journal, Our Story provides prompts to help parents to chronicle amazing family experiences and unrepeatable moments - the child's growth, development and personality, precious family memories, and the wonderful emotional journey. The journal may also be given as a gift to the child - a priceless gift to be shared and treasured.

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Book Synopsis"Portugal is not all that far away, or exotic, or dangerous, but it felt like a huge stretch for me to leave my partner, family, job and home and just go off. An overland solo trip lasting months in an ancient little campervan was not the kind of thing I did. But it was something I was about to do."In her debut memoir A Van of One's Own, Biddy Wells tells the story of how, propelled by a thirst for peace and quiet, for a modest adventure and, perhaps, for freedom, she left for Portugal on her own, with only her old campervan, Myfawny, and her GPS, Tanya, for company. Having left just about everything behind, her solo trip forces her to face her fears, her past, and herself. The road provides the perfect canvas to connect the dots between a past breakdown and her present need for freedom, as she reflects on her own life, her relationship, her family and the world around her - to see whether her life still has room for her in it. As she meets wise and not-so- wise people, members of the campervan community and friendly locals, her outlook on life begins to shift, and a chance meeting in a bar leads to the person who will put her on the right track.But will she go back home, to Wales?And what is the meaning of 'home? 'A Van of One's Own is a journey through the breath-taking scenery of France, Spain, and finally Portugal, populated by colourful characters and the roar of the ocean, the taste of fresh fish and the grind of the asphalt; but more importantly, it is a journey through past memories and present conflicts to inner peace.

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Book SynopsisThe impact of finding out your child is disabled can be wide ranging. The author’s experience as a psychologist and parent of a disabled child informs this book which focuses on what helps, and hinders, parent-carers’ emotional wellbeing. Research shows that mental health, relationships, family life, access to work and leisure activities, as well as finances can all be affected. For many parents the focus of those around them is solely on the child and their own needs become neglected. The author re-focuses attention onto the wellbeing of the parent. This includes acknowledging emotions, connecting with positive others, empowering yourself, regularly engaging in self-care and finding your own sense of meaning and purpose in life. Identifying the myriad of different emotions parents may experience as an understandable reaction to an unexpected situation the book includes quotes from parent carers. Connecting to psychological theories, such as positive re-framing and post-traumatic growth, the book applies these in practical ways to the parent-carer experience. Acknowledging that the journey is neither linear nor simple and transitions such as secondary school, puberty and adulthood require further periods of adjustment. Parents rarely get the time or support to stop and reflect on how they are feeling as they are caught up in the day to day busyness of caring. The difficulty is exacerbated by limited resources and battling for services. Building on the author’s Doctoral research and having supported parent carers in different roles over the last 13 years this book provides a compass to ensure parents know they are not alone.

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Book SynopsisThe Best Boxing Fitness Book in the World!Whether you''re serious about boxing or just serious about getting in shape this book will help. The same methods that build speed, stamina and power in the ring have just as much to offer the fitness enthusiast or the beginner. Ian Oliver''s credentials are indisputable and his advice indispensable. Whether you''re young or old, male or female, experienced fighter or enthusiastic amateur, Boxing Fitness will get you in the best shape of your life.

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Book SynopsisA collection of useful and interesting tips, hacks and insights from people who have made a mark in their field, and that readers might find helpful in their professional and personal lives.

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Book SynopsisWhisky is the world’s favourite spirit and is enjoying booming sales, yet too often it’s shrouded in mystery, myth and complex-sounding terminology. This authoritative book, written by three world experts, gives simple advice on how to seek out and enjoy the immense diversity of flavours and styles on offer, and how to become more adventurous. As with any subject, the more you know, the more you can appreciate and enjoy it. This book aims to equip you with enough knowledge to be able to find your way around the whisky sections of a specialist drinks retailer and to help you feel confident choosing whisky in a bar or restaurant. We aim to demystify whisky without taking away the magic. The history of whisky and production methods are clearly explained, and there is advice on how to nose, taste and savour, as well as a selection of classic whisky cocktails and advice on matching food and whisky. The book covers not just famous Highland malts, Irish pot still whiskeys and American bourbons, but also whiskies from Japan, Canada, Australia and India.

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