Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisAppreciate your True Friends with Friendship Quotes and Stories“BJ Gallagher ... motivates and teaches with empathy, understanding, and more than a little humor.”—Debba Haupert, of the Girlfriendology PodcastTrue friends are hard to find and even harder to describe. But with real life stories, friendship quotes, inspirational quotes, and anecdotes about the ups and downs and ins and outs of friendships, Friends are Everything has everything you ever need for friendship empowerment.Beautiful friendships of all shapes and sizes. To bestselling author B.J. Gallagher, there are so many types of friends. There are friends who tell you what you don’t want to hear, friends who help you be your best self, friends who forgive you when you hurt them, friends who respect your boundaries. There are neighbors, best friends, childhood friends, spiritual friends, friends who are family, friends who are lovers, friends at work, and the list goes on. Get ready to dive into what it really means to love a friend and what it means to be one.Inspirational quotes for your girlfriends. With more than three dozen inspiring stories from girlfriends across the country, affirmative acronyms, and female empowerment quotes, Friends are Everything is a heartfelt celebration of friendships across all generations and a perfect gift to share with your bestie.Inside Friends are Everything, find friendship quotes, inspirational quotes, and words of empowerment in heartwarming and entertaining stories such as: “Please, Help Me Stop Shooting Myself in the Foot!” “Finding Mr. Probably Right” “A Woman’s Wheels” If you enjoyed books like That's What She Said; Tell Me More; or Hey Friend, I Wrote a Book About You, then you’ll love Friends are Everything.Trade Review“BJ Gallagher…motivates and teaches with empathy, understanding, and more than a little humor.”—Debba Haupert, of the Girlfriendology Podcast “Reading Friends Are Everything reminds me of all the ways my friends have literally saved my life…. This lovely book is a joyous testament to friendship. It’s a treasure chest full of gems and jewels—each one reflecting a different facet of fabulous friendships.”—Diane Conway, author of What Would You Do If You Had No Fear? “Be prepared to feel touched, motivated, and filled with warmth—and to view your treasured friends with new eyes.”—Susan Page, author of If I’m So Wonderful, Why Am I Still Single?Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction True Friends: 1 Understand that the little things can make a BIG difference 2 Laugh together . . . often! 3 Help us see ourselves more clearly 4 Love us unconditionally, just as we are 5 Teach and inspire us to be our best selves 6 Extend themselves with generosity and love 7 Comfort and support us through struggles and disappointments 8 Forgive us when we hurt them, just as we forgive them 9 Let us love them back 10 Know the power of community. . . . Together we can do almost anything! And Finally . . . Thank You! v

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Book SynopsisReal-life stories using the Tarot as a tool of insight and self-transformation. As Julia Gordon-Bramer reveals in profound detail, the miracle of Tarot is how the right cards show up, time and time again, to provide guidance or symbolically illustrate your story—whether you believe in the Tarot or not. In these real-life tales of Tarot wisdom, Gordon-Bramer explores the modern applications and the living wisdom of the Tarot, based on her more than 40 years’ experience as a professional Tarot reader. Sharing stories from client readings and her own spiritual journey, she shows how to intuitively, logically, and sometimes playfully glean the meaning of each card that appears and integrate its powerful spiritual lessons for deeper understanding, guidance, and personal healing. She compares reading the Tarot to dream analysis, explaining how the Major Arcana, such as The Fool, The Magician, The Lovers, or The Star, represent the key players and milestones in life, the sacred adventure from birth to death. She explains how each card tells its own story, often revealing subconscious beliefs and motivations through its colours, numbers, symbols, and pictures, yet she also reveals how it only takes a small amount of familiarity to decipher a world full of meaning in the cards. Allowing you to make the leap from an abstract understanding of the Tarot to actually working intuitively with the cards, this book shows how, when used as a life-transforming tool to awaken and tame the subconscious, the Tarot offers a way to grow your strengths, identify your weaknesses, and conquer problems as you journey through life.Trade Review“This is by far one of the best books I’ve ever read on the tarot. Julia gives readers a rare glimpse into the inner world of a professional tarot reader through entertaining stories, fascinating client case histories, and helpful exercises. Her insight and years of expertise will help you learn the symbolism contained within the tarot and how to best utilize the tarot. I highly recommend Tarot Life Lessons.” * Shelley A. Kaehr, Ph.D., author of The Goddess Discovered *“Julia Gordon-Bramer is my go-to tarot reader (affectionately, ‘my oracle’) and lifelong friend. Her insight, both profound and precise, has been a guiding light for me and many of my friends. I am excited for anyone to experience her artful wisdom, whether through this book, a reading, or her next magical offering.” * Nicholas Petricca, lead singer and founder of the band Walk the Moon *“Tarot Life Lessons is as entertaining as it is educational. If you know nothing or very little about tarot, by the time you finish the book, you’ll know a great deal. If you’re a seasoned reader, you’ll find fresh insights to expand your ‘tarot brain.’ Julia Gordon- Bramer’s book is a gem among tarot books.” * Tero Goldenhill, author and Jungian tarot guide *“As you enter the private journals of Julia Gordon-Bramer, a seasoned tarot card reader, prepare for a transformative journey. This captivating book might challenge your perceptions but will leave a lasting impact on your life. Open yourself and allow these intimate narratives and experiences to reflect the profound guidance of tarot on your personal path!” * Dr. Harmony, author of Twin Flame Code Breaker *“Tarot Life Lessons weaves together Julia Gordon-Bramer’s extensive experience as a tarot reader and her personal Fool’s Journey. This combination provides a unique learning tool unlike any other tarot book I have read. Although I have been using tarot cards for many years, I found myself diving deeper into the meaning of the Major Arcana cards and expanding my knowledge with each story she shares.” * Nadine Gordon-Taylor, creator of Crystal Clear Oracle *“Julia Gordon-Bramer highlights the major cards of the tarot deck and explains them in a most entertaining way via stories about clients. It’s part memoir with a lot of spilled tea about people and their dreams, disasters, and enlightening tidbits about tarot, where it came from, and how it uses religious references. A fun, fast read!” * Susan McBride, USA Today bestselling author of Blue Blood *“This isn’t just a well-crafted prose journey but also a discerning deconstruction of prevalent misconceptions like the tarot being solely about predicting the future. It unveils the tarot’s true capacity to facilitate a profound journey into the subconscious, thereby equipping readers to better navigate the ebb and flow of life’s challenges.” * Shai Tubali, author of Unlocking the 7 Secret Powers of the Heart *“Gordon-Bramer connects the multifaceted meaning of the Major Arcana to engaging examples that embody each card’s unique energies. Each timeless archetype comes to life in stories gleaned from her many readings with clients over decades as a professional reader.” * Wendy Van Allen, author of Relighting the Cauldron *“Julia Gordon-Bramer has been an exciting guest, talking tarot and reading her tarot cards live on various radio shows I’ve hosted for many years. I have been continually surprised by her accuracy and wisdom!” * Tony Colombo, program director at NewsTalkSTL 101.9 FM *Table of ContentsBUT FIRST . . . An Introduction 0 The Fool1 The Magician 2 The High Priestess 3 The Empress 4 The Emperor 5 The Hierophant 6 The Lovers 7 The Chariot 8 Justice 9 The Hermit 10 The Wheel of Fortune11 Strength 12 The Hanged Man 13 Death14 Temperance 15 The Devil 16 The Tower 17 The Star 18 The Moon 19 The Sun 20 Judgement 21 The World Resources AcknowledgmentsIndex

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Book SynopsisA fast and easy six-step approach for addressing insomnia and other sleep disorders. More than one third of adults suffer from insomnia or some other kind of sleep disorder. Left unaddressed, lack of sleep can lead to debilitated health, lowered resilience, and decreased performance in all aspects of life. Restoring hope to the sleepless, psychotherapist Philip Carr-Gomm reveals how we each have the ability to unlock better sleep naturally. Combining his knowledge of sleep science and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with techniques drawn from spiritual traditions and insights from the emerging field of psychedelic therapy, Carr-Gomm presents a fast and easy-to-follow six-step program to help you sleep better. He explores a multitude of approaches to sleep, as well as sleep difficulties and how to overcome them. He looks at the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy and microdosing, applying elements of the psychedelic therapy model as a way of optimising the conditions for sleep. He recommends thirteen natural ways we can drift into a deep and restorative sleep, including hypnotherapy, Yoga Nidra, sophrology, progressive muscle relaxation, and white, pink, and grey noise, and provides scripts for five of these techniques. His successful sleep clinic provides online support in the form of short videos and audio meditations as well as exercises. Helping you get a better night’s sleep, this concise and simple guide shows you how to benefit from everything the night offers to body and soul.Trade Review“A must-read for all those who find good sleep elusive. Soundly based in contemporary sleep science—also a deeply practical approach.” * Vivianne Crowley, psychologist and author of Wicca *“An excellent short guide to sleep from a very welcome integral perspective with a wonderfully varied selection of approaches to try. My new go-to recommendation for clients and colleagues suffering from sleep difficulties.” * Stephen Decker, chartered psychologist and coeditor of Taking Children Seriously *“No one can officiate a marriage between mind and spirit better than Philip Carr-Gomm.” * Ruby Wax, actress and author of Sane New World and A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled *“A brilliant, important, and inspiring book that will be so helpful to so many people.” * Rosalind Watts, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and clinical lead for Imperial College London’s p *“Sleep is one of the great unsolved mysteries of neuroscience. We understand very little of either what it is or why we, or indeed almost every animal that has a central nervous system, do it. With so little hard science as to its nature, those of us who suffer from sleep disturbances must fall back on empirical methodologies that have been shown to work. Philip Carr-Gomm’s book is a practical guide to finding the peace that comes from returning to the patterns of sleep that energize our waking lives. I strongly commend it to you as a very practical and helpful guide.” * Peter Mobbs, professor emeritus and former dean of the faculty of life sciences and dean of preclini *“Philip Carr-Gomm’s message on how to access the power of the night for the world of healing, restorative sleeps, and dreams is of value and much needed. His six-step program provides practical and easy ways to fall asleep and to access your creative, healing dreams— an invaluable resource. I highly recommend The Gift of the Night!” * Machiel Klerk, author of Dream Guidance *“Sleep as a daily embodied spiritual practice! This workbook is a rare marriage of science and soul.” * David Peters, professor emeritus and cofounder and director of the Centre for Resilience at the Univ *“Philip Carr-Gomm presents a succinct but authoritative look at ways to help us sleep better. Science and spirituality are drawn upon equally, with inspiration and techniques coming via sophrology, yoga nidra, and the latest sleep research. The author even taps into the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy, applying elements of the model as a way of optimizing the conditions for sleep. Accessible, practical, and endlessly thought-provoking, reading The Gift of the Night certainly won’t send you to sleep, but the rich content contained within should provide even the greatest insomniacs with plenty of new ways to finally drift off.” * Ian Roullier, cofounder of the Psychedelic Participant Advocacy Network (PsyPAN) and mental health a *“Philip Carr-Gomm has drawn on his own sleeping difficulties to create an integrative approach to tackling sleep issues. Although the problem is a simple one—we have difficulty sleeping well—the roots of it can be complex and multilayered. Philip draws on his training as a psychologist to help tackle these issues, combining the best of current scientific understanding with transpersonal approaches that help address wider holistic aspects of sleep disorder. Philip is highly trained in multiple disciplines (many of which contribute to the wide range of helpful suggestions in this book), but he wears his learning lightly. The book is written in a relaxed and conversational style: readers will feel as though they are being taken by the hand by a wise and helpful friend who can guide them toward a satisfying night’s sleep. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.” * Martin Treacy, chartered psychologist and cofounder of the British Psychological Society Transperson *Table of ContentsForeword by Kristen LaMarca, Ph.D., DBSM Introduction The Integrative Approach PART ONEThe Six-Step Program to Get You Sleeping Better Step 1: What Psychedelic Therapy Can Teach Us Step 2: Tune In Step 3: Optimize the Body Step 4: Prepare the Setting Step 5. Choose Your Medicine: Thirteen Ways to Get to Sleep 1. CBT-I: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia aka Behavioural Sleep Medicine 2. Sophrology 3. Hypnotherapy 4. The Silva Method 5. Yoga Nidra 6. Tapping: the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)7. Progressive Muscle Relaxation8. The Autogenic Lateral Scan 9. The Power of Sound to Help You Sleep 10. Breathing11. Jin Shin Jyutsu 12. Havening 13. The Day Review Five Scripts to Practice With Step 6: Create Rituals PART TWO Almost Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know about SleepSleep FAQs & Troubleshooting Guide for a Good Night’s Sleep Afterword How I Developed the Six-Step ProgramNotes Resources Acknowledgements About the AuthorIndex

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Book SynopsisA compelling exploration of humanity, morality, religious practice, and leading a good life based on traditional Confucian thought.In this exploration of humanity, morality, religious practice, and leading a good life based on traditional Confucian thought, you are invited on a path of transformation. The unexpected depths to be found in Confucianism surprised author Charles Jones when he began teaching East Asian religions to undergraduate students thirty years ago. It raised fascinating questions relevant to life today, like what does it mean to be human? To understand the Confucian answers to these questions, Jones familiarizes us with Confucius, his main successors, and the situations to which their writings responded.But this is not another textbook introduction to Chinese religion and thought. Jones is an engaging, inquisitive scholar and thought provocateur whose ideas address problems all of us face throughout our lives. By engaging with the Confucian ideas explored in this book, like rethinking ?human nature? and uncovering cultural presuppositions previously unnoticed, you might discover new horizons and possibilities for your life that previously you never could have imagined. And you will discover Confucius in an all-new light as a profound shaper of modern thought as much as Aristotle and Lao-tzu?whose revolutionary ideas have the power to change your mind for the better.

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Book SynopsisDo you and your partner fight all the time? Do you love each other, but simply drive one another other up a wall? Do you worry that you''ll eventually burn out from all the conflict, arguments, and hurt feelings, and that your relationship will deteriorate? If you''re seeking ways to increase love and intimacy and decrease reactionary behaviours like criticism, blaming, withdrawing, and defending, this book can guide you toward a place of harmony and understandingBased in the revolutionary science of attachment theory and evidence-based emotionally focused therapy (EFT), this is an effective, research-based road map for helping high-conflict couples break free from painful and destructive habits. With this book, you''ll uncover the root cause of your conflicts-both as individuals and as a couple. You''ll also find simple strategies for creating an emotionally secure environment, as well as tips for managing triggers, de-escalating arguments, and cultivating a real and

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Book SynopsisChildren face a number of anxiety-inducing challenges every day-from school to extracurricular activities to making friends. The good news is that kids can also learn to turn their overly anxious thoughts into curiosity, determination, and bravery. Built on the solid foundations of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)-yet cleverly disguised as fun, kid-focused games and activities-this workbook is designed to help children ages 5 to 9 discover the not-so-scary world around them, and channel all that energy away from fear and worry-and toward courage and confidence.With this engaging workbook, kids will be so busy having fun, they won''t even realize they''re learning lifelong skills to manage anxiety and worry! If your child struggles with anxiety, rest assured that you aren''t alone. Children face a number of anxiety-inducing challenges-from school to extracurricular activities to making friends. The good news is that kids can learn to turn their overly anxious thoughts into

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Book SynopsisThe book you need right now is finally here! From beloved spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer-author of the New York Times bestseller, The Untethered Soul-this transformative and highly anticipated guide will be your compass on an exciting new journey toward self-realization and unconditional happiness.Now more than ever, we''re all looking to feel more joy, happiness, and deeper meaning in our lives. But are we looking in all the wrong places? When our sense of wholeness depends on things or people outside ourselves-whether it''s a coveted job, a new house, a lavish vacation, or even the perfect relationship-sooner or later we''re bound to feel unsatisfied. That''s why we must look inside for real freedom, love, and inspiration. But how do we begin, and what do we do if we don''t like what we find there?Living Untethered is the book to reach for. At once profoundly transcendent and powerfully practical, it provides clear guidance for moving beyond the thought

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Book SynopsisMauricio Umansky, real estate mogul, longtime fan favorite of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and star of his own Netflix series Buying Beverly Hills inspires budding entrepreneurs and self-starters of all backgrounds with tips and strategies to find success at work and at home. After more than twenty years in the cutthroat real estate business, Mauricio Umansky has seen and heard it all. Now, he’s ready to share everything he’s learned throughout the highs and lows of his illustrious career in this part memoir, part leadership manifesto. From the challenges of his childhood to outgrowing his father’s textile company and falling out with his brother-in-law Rick Hilton, while also raising a family and maintaining a strong marriage for over twenty-five years, Umansky has plenty of advice and lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and self-starters across all industries. By outlining his fundamental principles of success, Uma

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Book Synopsis“Morning altars” are colorful mandalas that combine nature, art, and meditation. Incorporating the natural world into the everyday encourages positive well- being, even with the simplest of the earth’s gifts, such as leaves, flowers, berries, feathers, and stones. These stunning pieces of art are a peaceful and creative avenue to express gratitude for nature, to practice mindfulness, and to add meaning to daily life. In this book, Day Schildkret guides readers through the creation of morning altars, a seven- step process that includes wondering and wandering, place meditation, clearing space, creating, gifting, walking away, and sharing his art with others. Since his first morning altar, Schildkret has built hundreds more. His work has been warmly received on social media and he teaches workshops on altar building, all with the intention of sharing the positivity and beauty they have brought to his life.

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Book SynopsisWhen the world’s problems seem overwhelming, as they so often do, it’s easy to fall into feelings of helplessness. It becomes too painful to care, so we turn to the latest “how to not give a f*ck” self-help book. Yet caring about our world and each other is a natural instinct all humans have. What is it doing to our minds, bodies, and souls to ignore this part of our humanity? In Love without Reason: The Lost Art of Giving a F*ck, LaRayia Gaston helps us connect with our hearts, reawaken our innate desire to make a difference, and then actually make that difference in a way that is both enjoyable and impactful. In other words, she teaches us how to show up and care about each other and our world. Central to Gaston’s teachings is the idea that giving doesn’t have to be difficult, and you don’t have to go out of your way to do it. “Need is all around us,” she writes. “You’ll never know the ripples one small act of kindness can create.” Gaston calls these acts micro-gestures, moments when you stop, look around, and ask yourself how you can contribute in your own way. Throughout the book, Gaston pulls apart the stories we tell ourselves about helping - it’s too difficult, we’ll just be in the way, it won’t change anything - and provides strategies to help us get started. In the end, you’ll discover that showing you care isn’t about sacrifice - it’s about joy.

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Book SynopsisLearn how rough-and-tumble play can nurture close connections, encourage resilience, and boost confidence with 45 illustrated activities to get you started. Every kid needs horseplay! Roughhousing is an essential part of childhood development but it is increasingly overshadowed by screens and structured activities. In Unplug and Play, a doctor and a child psychologist, both dads, introduce parents to the benefits of physical play for young children. Drawing from gymnastics, martial arts, ballet, team sports, and even animal behavior, the authors present fun full-contact activities for parents and children to enjoy together, including: Human Cannonball Magic Carpet Ride Steamroller Jousting Raucous Pillow Fight And more! With activities for everyone from toddlers to kids ages 12 and up, you ll build a foundation for a lifetime of enriching physical play. Previously published as The Art of Roughhousing, this updated edition incorporates new child development research and addresses the changing role of screen time.Trade Review“An inspired defense of roughhousing! I guarantee that if you read just a few pages of this book, you'll be down on the floor wrestling and laughing with your children.”—Michael Thompson, co-author of the national best seller Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys “Two dads offer the perfect antidote to helicopter parenting.”—Washington Post"Enthusiastically recommended." Starred review—Library Journal

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive treatment plan grounded in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you overcome body-focused repetitive behaviors for good!If you have body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB) such as hair pulling (trichotillomania) or skin picking (dermatillomania), you may feel embarrassed about seeking help. But there are proven-effective strategies you can use to overcome these behaviors and improve your overall quality of life-this book will show you how.In this evidence-based resource, three renowned experts and clinicians offer powerful CBT skills to help you move past BFRB. You'll learn why you engage in these behaviors, and how to identify your own sensory "triggers"-places, things, or experiences that cause your behavior to become worse. Finally, you'll learn strategies to use when faced with these triggers, and develop your own customized "plan of action" for moving beyond BFRB for good.With time, practice, and solid skills for managing stress, anxiety, urges, and other triggers, this book will help you break free from BFRB and feel more in control of your life.

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Book SynopsisA compassionate guide to help you manage OCD symptoms, overcome feelings of shame and stigma, and revitalize your life!If you're one of millions who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you're all-too-familiar with feelings of anxiety, panic, shame, and uncertainty. In addition, the stigma associated with OCD can make you feel unworthy of receiving the compassion and kindness you need and deserve. You may even experience unwanted intrusive thoughts that result in harsh self-judgment-which can actually hinder your recovery and lead to additional mental health problems. So, how can you break this destructive cycle and start feeling better?The Self-Compassion Workbook for OCD outlines a step-by-step program to help you understand the emotional experience of OCD, and develop the tools you need to manage your disorder and build a better life. Drawing on a powerful combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and compassion-focused therapy (CFT), this breakthrough guide will teach you how to balance intense emotions, lean into your fear, and focus on recovery. Over time, you'll learn to replace self-judgment with kindness and self-compassion, so you can stop suffering and start thriving.Living with OCD can be extremely challenging, but it doesn't have to rob you of your self-worth. You are so much morethan your disorder! Let this book be your guide to discovering, supporting, and loving the best you that you can be.

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Book SynopsisBased on the self-help classic, Stop Walking on Eggshells, this essential guide offers powerful skills and strategies for parenting a child of any age with borderline personality disorder (BPD)-without sacrificing their family or themselves.If you have a child with BPD, you are all-too-aware of the behavioral and emotional issues that are linked to this disorder-including rages, self-harm, sexual acting out, substance abuse, suicidal behaviors, physical and emotional attacks, and more. Traditional parenting strategies that work on other kids just don't work with a borderline child. But you shouldn't lose hope. The good news is that there are parenting strategies that do work.With this comprehensive resource, you will learn all about borderline personality disorder, how it shows up in children, adolescents, and your adult children, how to obtain proper treatment, and how to manage your child's condition at home. You'll find proven-effective strategies to help you communicate and improve your relationship with your child of any age, and, as a result, improve your own life as a parent and an individual. You'll also find real stories and advice from parents who have also experienced raising a child with BPD.Most importantly, you'll learn how to maintain boundaries and validate your child while also meeting your own needs. Whether your child is 5 or 25, this book offers tools to help you and your family thrive.

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Book SynopsisGet ahead of your anticipatory anxiety, and start living with flexibility and peace of mind.Do you automatically assume the worst-case-scenario when faced with difficulty? Do you stress about situations that haven’t happened yet, or find yourself anticipating disaster around every corner? Does the prospect of making a decision leave you feeling overwhelmed and paralyzed? From subtle avoidance behaviors to the most nightmarish terrors, anticipatory anxiety is the engine that drives it all. Understanding how this hidden enemy tricks you, and, most importantly, how to overcome it, will liberate you to live a more flexible and joyful life.In Overcoming Anticipatory Anxiety, two anxiety experts team up to teach you how to manage your overactive imagination, limit future-based thinking, face your fears, make decisions, and live with more freedom and joy. This must-have guide is grounded in the authors’ DEAF model—four easy-to-remember mindfulness steps to: Distinguish negative feelings, Embrace uncertainty, Avoid avoidance, and Float above your discomfort, so you can get on with your life. You’ll also learn how to shift your attitude and stop convincing yourself that bad things will happen, so you can turn your focus to what is actually important.It’s time to stop worrying about what might happen, start facing your fears, rein in your self-defeating imagination, and live fully in the moment. Get this book and discover the motivation and skillsneeded to take charge of your anticipatory anxiety.

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Book SynopsisFitness education is often overlooked for various reasons: no equipment, no weight room, large class size, or lack of professional development.Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses provides real solutions for all these issues. This book offers secondary-level physical educators innovative ideas, practical answers, and guidance in implementing fitness education programming that will meet the needs of all students.Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses is packed with highly useful tools and resources: 211 instructional photos showing exercises and stretches that require no equipment and are easily adapted for varying abilities 18 pacing guides that form a week-by-week blueprint for implementing a semester-long fitness education course A robust online resource with all 18 pacing guides, as well as a blank template for developing your own; 139 video demonstrations of all the book’s exercises and stretches; PowerPoint presentations to show in PE classes, including video demonstrations of the book’s exercises and stretches; and teacher aids and student handouts, including assignments, assessments, posters, and a 12-week personal fitness plan Teachers can use the pacing guides to develop a semester-long fitness education course that can be implemented in either a traditional or block schedule. These guides offer objectives, class discussion topics, activities, assessments, and teaching strategies for each week of an 18-week semester. All topics in the guides are aligned with SHAPE America’s National Standards and Grade-Level Outcomes for K–12 Physical Education. The authors guide teachers in addressing the following priorities within a fitness education course: social and emotional learning; behavior modification principles and adherence to fitness activities; social cognitive theory; classroom management; student safety; equity, diversity, and inclusion; and social justice.Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses also includes a detailed chapter on nutrition education written by internationally recognized sport nutritionist Lisa Dorfman, who provides teachers a wealth of information to integrate into fitness courses. Teachers will learn how to integrate a quality fitness education curriculum into any setting (rural, urban, or suburban) and any learning model (remote, hybrid, or in-person learning).Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses is organized into three sections: Part I presents both theoretical and practical knowledge of fitness education; its importance in a standards-based curriculum; pedagogical and content knowledge considerations; nutrition, wellness, and consumer issues; and the general components of fitness education. Part II focuses on various components of fitness education: flexibility, strength, and cardiorespiratory fitness. This part includes stretching and muscular strength and endurance workouts, illustrated with photos in the book and videos in the online resource. Part III guides readers in enabling students to participate in community fitness and activity events to support the development of lifelong fitness habits. Through Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses, teachers will be able to provide appropriate fitness activities that will lead to the elevated health and wellness of students and a greater appreciation for participating in lifelong activities. Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books.Trade Review“The authors of Designing and Teaching Fitness Education Courses: Innovative Ideas and Practical Solutions for Secondary Schools, Jayne Greenberg, Nichole Calkins, and Lisa S. Spinosa, provide what the book’s title conveys, and internationally recognized contributing author Lisa Dorfman also expertly weaves concepts involving nutrition, wellness, and consumer issues into the book's content . . . Useful tools and resources include over 200 instructional photographs showing flexibility and strength exercises that require no equipment and that can be easily adapted for those who participate. Accommodations and modifications are detailed at the end of each exercise. Photos are innovatively indicative of inclusion fitness education: teenagers representing different sexes, races, ethnic backgrounds, ability, and disabilities. Participants in photos are dressed in fitness workout apparel realistically appropriate for secondary school ages. This text appears to be the first that provides numerous photos displaying examples of diversity and inclusion in physical activity through fitness education . . . Those who are teaching or preparing to teach courses in fitness education based upon standards will find this book to be tremendously beneficial, particularly in the USA and Canada. Those who are willing to design and teach fitness education courses at the secondary level in other countries can easily use the information included to fit cultural and national contexts by using the solid and scientifically based foundation for development emphasized in this book.”—Review in International Sports Studies, Volume 43 (2021), by Darlene Kluka of University of Pretoria, South Africa, and Rosa López de D'Amico of Universidad Pedagógica Experimental Libertador Table of ContentsPart I. Foundations of Fitness EducationChapter 1. Introduction to Fitness Education Introduction Physical Education and Fitness Education: What Is the Difference? Why Fitness Education? Implementing Fitness Education Fitness Education Barriers and Solutions Roles and Responsibilities in Fitness Education Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 2. Fitness Components and Training Principles Introduction The Components of Physical Fitness The Basic Principles of Training Exercise Fitness Planning: Designing the Training to FITT the Goal Training Methods for the Components of Fitness Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 3. Curricular and Instructional Considerations in Fitness Education Introduction Content Knowledge and Pedagogical Content Knowledge Designing an Instructional Framework Employing a Variety of Teaching Strategies Modifying Learning Tasks: A Universal Design for Learning Approach The Instructional Delivery Process Providing Performance Feedback Characteristics of Effective Feedback Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 4. Classroom Considerations and Teaching Tips Introduction General Class and Teaching Considerations Supervision, Safety, and Environmental Factors Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 5. Nutrition, Wellness, and Consumer Issues Introduction Nutritional Needs in Adolescence Nutrition Education Daily Calorie Needs for Weight Management Healthy Weight Range Dieting and Eating Disorders Dietary Composition Special Diet Concerns Gluten Intolerance and Sensitivity Vegetarian Diets Supplements and Steroids Adolescent Stress Sleep Alcohol Breakfast and Snacks for Optimal Health and Performance Becoming a Smart Consumer Sample Menus ConclusionChapter 6. Social and Emotional Learning Introduction Creating a Positive and Motivational Learning Environment Trauma-Informed Teaching Developing Social and Emotional Learning Interpersonal Competencies: Social Awareness Interpersonal Competencies: Relationship Skills Cognitive Competencies: Responsible Decision Making Intrapersonal Competencies: Self-Awareness Intrapersonal Competencies: Self-Management Skills Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 7. Standards, Grade-Level Outcomes, and Assessment Introduction Fitness Education Assessment Strategies Rubrics SOFIT Observation Assessment Alternative Assessments Use of Technology in Student Learning and Assessment Fitness Education Grading Health-Related Fitness Assessments FitnessGram Brockport Physical Fitness Test Lab Fitness Assessments and Career Opportunities Developing an Individual Fitness Plan Conclusion Review QuestionsPart II. Fitness Elements and Lesson PlansChapter 8. Cardiorespiratory Fitness Introduction Benefits of Cardiorespiratory Fitness Starting Points for a Fitness Education Course Cardiorespiratory Endurance, Aerobic and Anaerobic Activities, and MVPA Inclusion Methods of Cardiorespiratory Training Safety Guidelines Monitoring and Assessment Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 9. Upper-Body Stretching Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic and Static Stretches for the Upper Body Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 10. Core Stretching Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic and Static Stretches for the Core Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 11. Lower-Body Stretching Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic and Static Stretches for the Lower Body Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 12. Upper-Body Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic Stretches Upper-Body Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Cool-Down Static Stretches Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 13. Core Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic Stretches Core Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Cool-Down Static Stretches Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 14. Lower-Body Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Introduction Warm-Up Dynamic Stretches Lower-Body Muscular Strength and Endurance Exercises Cool-Down Static Stretches Routines: Stringing Them Together Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 15. Implementing the Fitness Education Program Incorporating Cardiorespiratory Fitness Into Routines and Circuits Methods of Fitness Training Sample Lesson Plans Teaching Tips Conclusion Review QuestionsPart III. Extending Fitness EducationChapter 16. Extending Fitness Education Into the Community Introduction Connecting Community Events to Schools Community-Based Programs and Activities Inclusion Tips for Community-Based Programs Training for a Road Race Conclusion Review QuestionsChapter 17. Pacing Guides for Semester Planning How to Use the Pacing Guides Pacing Guides: Weeks 1-18 Conclusion

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Book SynopsisRevolutions never start at the top. If we dare to dream of a more loving country - kinder, more compassionate, more cooperative, more respectful, more inclusive, more egalitarian, more harmonious, less cynical - there's only one way to start turning that dream into a reality: each of us must live as if this is already that country.Following the ravages of 2020's bushfires and pandemic on our mental and emotional health and on the economy, Hugh Mackay reflects on the challenges we faced during that year of upheaval and the questions many of us have asked. What really matters to me? Am I living the kind of life I want? What sort of society do I want us to become?Urging us not to let those questions go, and pointing to our inspiring displays of kindness and consideration, our personal sacrifices for the common good and our heightened appreciation of the value of local neighbourhoods and communities, he asks in turn: 'Could we become renowned as a loving country, rather than simply a "lucky" one?'Absorbing, wise and inspiring, The Kindness Revolution is a distillation of Hugh Mackay's life's work. Written for our times, this truly remarkable book shows how crises and catastrophes often turn out to be the making of us.

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Book SynopsisThe book every new mother or pregnant woman needs - the ultimate expert-endorsed companion to life post-birth.

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Book Synopsis''This is the book l wish l''d had when my daughter was diagnosed autistic. The book l wish l''d had when l was parenting any of my children as they faced challenges or didn''t fit the norm. I''ve written it for every parent who wants to encourage and affirm their children for who they are, not who they''re meant to be.''Parenting can be hard. Parenting a neurodivergent child in a neurotypical world can be even harder. But know you are not alone - all the reassurance, guidance and support you need is right here. Sarah Hayden, social worker, mother and neurodivergent human herself, helps you unlearn everything you thought you needed to know about parenting neurodivergent kids. Covering everything from autism presentation, diagnosis, family life, siblings, schooling and puberty to therapy, food and everything in between, Sarah provides new ideas and practical tools on how to support your child to be their best and authentic self. She also shares the story of her daughter Chlo Hayden''s journey to receiving an autism diagnosis, how that transformed her own expectations and parenting, and how a family''s love ensured their child had a place in the world where the spotlight was on their strengths rather than their perceived ''deficits''. With warmth, humour and just a little bit of sparkle, Parenting Different shows you how to help your neurodivergent child not just survive but thrive in a neurotypical world.

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Book SynopsisOne rainy day, Solomon is playing inside with his sister. Their mom is cooking polar bear meat in a big pot of water. Suddenly, he trips and burns his arm in the pot of boiling water! The burn is so bad that he must travel to the health centre in the neighbouring community of Pond Inlet, Nunavut. Solomon has to stay in Pond Inlet until his arm heals. Even though Solomon misses his home, he likes playing with the other kids at the health centre. Explore the new and exciting community of Pond Inlet with Solomon in this bilingual picture book.

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Book SynopsisThis title features a three-week regime with instant impact. It includes easy-to-follow with long-lasting results. Eat yourself slim with this 21-day diet and fitness plan, including more than 80 healthy low-fat recipes and a range of aerobic and toning exercises for the whole body. Complete the transformation with a selection of confidence-boosting top-to-toe beauty treatments. It is packed with tips, advice and full nutritional information as well as easy-to-use meal and exercise planners, all shown with over 500 pictures. Full nutritional information and at-a-glance calorie and saturated fat values are provided. Based on the principle that in order to lose weight you have to cut your calorie intake and increase your activity levels, A New You in 21 Days outlines a healthy three-week weight-loss scheme that will leave you looking and feeling fabulous. There is a range of delicious low-fat recipes - from breakfasts and snacks to light lunches, main meals and even some sweet treats - easy-to-follow aerobic and toning exercises, and expert beauty tips that will help you maximize your assets. With detailed planners, at-a-glance calorie counts and accessible routines, this book will enable you to transform yourself into a slimmer, healthier, more energized you.

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Book SynopsisA startlingly large number of women who want to breastfeed have to stop before they are ready, leaving them feeling a range of negative emotions, including grief, anger, guilt, shame and frustration, and often blaming themselves. But in a society that places little value on breastfeeding and mothers' feelings, their painful stories are often swept under the carpet to the detriment of women's mental health and experience of new motherhood. Professor Amy Brown has researched what breastfeeding really means to women, how they can feel when things don't go according to plan and importantly, how we can change things for the next generation of women. Her findings make fascinating reading for anyone with personal experience of breastfeeding difficulties, those who support mothers to make infant feeding decisions that are right for them, or those who simply want to be part of changing the conversation.

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Book SynopsisAre you unlucky in love and searching for The One? Look no further! This fun collection of dating tips and romantic guidance will unlock the secrets of love and make you laugh along the way. Find out how to use a pie chart to banish the ghosts of romances past. Learn how to win at online dating armed with guaranteed conversation starters and a cheat''s guide to astrology. And discover top tips for an unforgettable date from how to whip up an aphrodisiac beetroot dip, to why you should take your new love to the supermarket.

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Book Synopsis''Warm, honest and full of inspiring tips, Florence''s story shows us that pottery has the power to soothe the heart and heal the mind.'' JULIA SAMUEL''An honest and redemptive story about the power of fun and creativity - I''ve always said if it was mandatory to wear a smock once a week and get messy with clay, adults would be happier.'' MIRANDA HARTSometimes, the smallest things lead to the biggest changes. When struggling with depression and feeling lost after the birth of her daughter, Florence St. George began experimenting with a lump of clay on her kitchen table.Pot by pot, bowl by bowl, she traded Prozac for pottery, finding solace and strength in the therapeutic touch of clay. Pottery soon became a lifeline; a way to rebuild her life and revive her creativity. In just a few years, Florence went from complete beginner to contestant on The Great Pottery Throw Down. Along the way, she found that clay has the power to

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Book SynopsisHow much love do you have for yourself? Not the narcissistic 'Aren't I wonderful' kind of love, but the essential regard for self that empowers you and helps you navigate through life. The type of love that enables you to feel safe and secure in who you are and inspires you to make choices that are good for your authentic self. When scientist David Hamilton realized that his own lack of self-love was sabotaging him in hundreds of subtle ways and more than a handful of major ways, he devised an experiment using himself as the guinea pig. For more than a year David studied the latest research into brain chemistry, neuroscience, and psychotherapeutic and personal development techniques. He realized that self-love was as much about biology as psychology - that self-worth is in our genes, but trained out of us. The biological drive to seek connection with others often leads us to try to be 'someone else' to win love and approval. But the brain can be reprogrammed, and David devised 27 powerful exercises that he tested on himself and presents in the book to help you:· Increase your own level of self-worth· Connect powerfully with your authentic self· Attain a greater sense of happiness and general wellbeing· Create stronger and more real connections with othersTrade ReviewWhy is this not required reading? Why is this not the first book we're handed in life? It definitely should be. -- Pam Grout, author of 17 books including New York Times bestseller E-Squared Very impressive. Red magazine You will be touched by the profound wisdom held in the pages of this book, and inspired by the simple ways in which you can achieve significant breakthroughs in your own self-love journey. Kindred Spirit It is guaranteed to make you feel better about yourself than you ever have before. No. 1 Magazine David Hamilton has the unique gift of combining spirituality and science in a simple but powerful way. Everyone must read his work! -- Suzy Greaves Psychologies In this inspirational and truly transformational new book, best-selling author David Hamilton fuses science with self-help to offer simple yet powerful strategies for learning to love yourself. Best You The book is packed with powerful exercises designed to increase your level of self worth, which will make you stronger and happier. Interesting and thought-provoking stuff. The Sun

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Book SynopsisExperience what it is like to live in the moment with this beautifully illustrated journal, specially designed to help you develop your own mindfulness practice. My Mindfulness Journal provides a way to introduce and integrate mindfulness into your life. Keeping a journal naturally encourages us to reflect on our experience. Reflection is a key part of mindfulness, as it requires an attitude of curiosity and also helps us to set an intention for our practice. Anna Black explains what mindfulness is and how it can help us to have less stress and more contentment, then offers guided exercises and activities that will help you record and reflect your experience with curiosity and without judgment. As well as writing and drawing exercises, there are also a variety of meditation practices, including working with our breath and focusing on the body, and pages where you can note down your own observations and thoughts. As you work through the book, you will not only discover that mindfulness practice becomes a more natural way of being, but have a vaulable record of your journey.

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Book SynopsisMany parents struggle with finding effective ways to manage their children's behaviour. Can you discipline without punishing? How do you set limits while maintaining closeness and trust?Lou Harvey-Zahra, an experienced parenting coach and teacher, has developed a method that really works: creative discipline. Offering new perspectives on children's so-called 'bad behaviour', she helps parents solve immediate problems while fostering positive, lifelong family connections.This book is full of ideas for overcoming everyday issues like fussy eating, bedtime struggles and sibling squabbles. It also offers inspiration for addressing larger concerns, such as lying, anger and bereavement.With numerous examples, real-life stories and commonly asked questions, this is an encouraging, helpful guide for parenting children from toddler to twelve years old from the author of the bestselling Happy Child, Happy Home.Trade Review'I really like the style of writing from Lou Harvey-Zahra, which is light, sometimes funny, down to earth and full of very practical examples!'-- Kindling, The Journal for Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Care and Education'Our kindergarten teacher recommended your book. Two days in and the methods are already working. What a relief!'-- Belinda Donaldson (parent)'At last a discipline book that does not mention time out, rewards and punishments! I have finished the book and enjoyed every page.' -- Caroline Anderson (child psychologist, family therapist and parent)'I heard about your book from my PhD supervisor who thought it so wonderful that she wanted me to have it right from when my baby was born.'-- Lily Brown (parent)'Creative Discipline, Connected Family will lighten the load and enlighten the mind. I recommend Lou's books for every parent's bookshelf.'-- John Allison (Steiner-Waldorf teacher, educational and parenting consultant, parent) 'This book is full of insights and common sense advice that seems to have been forgotten in our busy lives, and will be a great resource for even the most creative parents. It is full of clever ideas and easy tips to help you start enjoying and caring for your children in a positive way.'-- Rebecca Landy (parent)'Lou's Creative Discipline, Connected Family is filled with such pearls of wisdom, I have read it from cover to cover many times. I find that each time I have a challenging situation or I'm asked for advice, one of Lou's pearls easily and quickly jumps to mind! I own two copies so I can always lend one out to parents.' -- Melissa Baker (Steiner-Waldorf early years teacher)'Thank you, Lou. My boys are four and two and your ideas have helped me so much, I can't even begin to tell you, or thank you enough!'-- Emma Gilmartin (parent)'Happy Child, Happy Home is my fastest-selling Steiner-Waldorf parenting book ever. I'm sure Creative Discipline, Connected Family will be equally well received. Lou has the wonderful capacity in her lively writing style to engage, reassure and inspire!'-- Mirakye McCarty (Epoche Steiner-Waldorf shop, Australia) 'I recommend Lou's books to my new parents. Creative Discipline, Connected Family is a great guide to holding children for their highest good, and understanding children's needs.'-- Mara Lupieri (Steiner-Waldorf teacher)

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Book SynopsisWhat can parents do to avoid bedtime meltdowns? Why do established settling routines stop working? How can children be encouraged to fall asleep more consistently? What simple, natural steps can parents take to help children feel calm? Sleep and rest aren't always the natural processes we expect them to be. Dr Adam Blanning, child-development consultant and holistic physician, suggests that they are learned skills which grow with children alongside physical developmental stages. In this insightful book he offers practical ways in which parents and carers can support children to use their senses -- from taste, smell and touch, through to balance and movement ­- to self-soothe, sleep and ultimately build resilience for life. Based on extensive research and using clear examples, Dr Blanning explores a range of methods for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers, and tackles key parental concerns, including:-- Tips for settling toddlers who always say ‘No!’-- How to establish calming daily rhythms -- Ways to help children settle during times of anxiety-- Self-soothing techniques that can improve disruptive behaviour Raising Sound Sleepers is an invaluable resource that will empower parents and carers to guide children towards rest, sleep and feeling calm -- skills that will last a lifetime.Trade Review'I would like all prospective parents to read or hear about the contents of this book. It is gentle and non-prescriptive but clearly explained and wise too... This book is laid out to be as helpful as possible, not too long and with good signposting[...] It will certainly help a parent or carer to support good sleeping and resting habits for children, and, more than that, will deepen understanding of many developmental needs of young children.'-- Jill Taplin, Kindling'Adam Blanning's Raising Sound Sleepers is groundbreaking. He beautifully describes how to care for children's inner space, their inner life, with its wise messages of health and regeneration. His language is refreshingly common-sense. Without obscure or technical concepts, he guides us in observing our own children through a new lens... This book is an insightful gem, and a gift for the children of our time. I heartily recommend it to parents, teachers and doctors who care for children.'-- Alicia Landman-Reiner, Anthroposophic Medicine Trainer and Consultant'This book is about so much more than helping your child be able to sleep independently. It helps with so many other issues regarding children’s behaviour such as thumb sucking, restlessness, trauma and so on. It contains a lot of practical advice and is useful no matter how many children you have or what their ages are.'-- Large Family Mama (Instagram)'With easy-to-absorb examples, I was really impressed by this book. I like the breakdown of information and the clear diagrams to help aid my understanding of the point.'-- Posie's Book Club, (Instagram)'I have learnt SO much from this book and now have lots of ideas to try at home, to slowly and gently, give my little one the independence he is capable of achieving now. This book has really helped with my understanding of the developmental milestones in the early years and how these affect behaviour and sleep.'-- Mum.Wife.And.Midwife (Instagram)Table of ContentsIntroduction 1: What Is the Inner Sensory Pathway? 2: Soothing Patterns for Babies 3: When Soothing Gets Stuck and How to Shift It4: Finding Balance from Age 1 Onward 5: Rhythms and Routines from Age 1 Onward 6: When Older Children Struggle to Sleep and Settle 7: Independence and Boundaries from Age 2½ Onward 8: Building Well-being and Resilience for All Ages 9: Stuck Sensory Behaviors and Therapeutic Applications10: Common Times of Anxiety and TransitionAfterword About the AuthorEndnotesAcknowledgmentsA Note on Anthroposophic MedicineIndex

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Book SynopsisAnatomy & Yoga is a complete work that introduces the yoga tradition from a practical and scientific point of view. It is aimed at students, teachers, people who practice yoga, and those who want to familiarize themselves with this millennia-old practice. Combining science and tradition, this book explains the history of yoga--the classical texts and their traditions--50 classical yoga postures (asanas) as well as variations and adaptations for safe practice; proper breathing, including basic breathing exercises (pranayama); and the important yoga aspect of inner development. Along with clear and informative content, this book contains an anatomical and physiological description of the human body and relevant information about the energetic anatomy--in other words, an explanation of the human body and the chakras. For each asana, the precautions and the gained physical, psychological, and energetic benefits are listed. In addition, each asana is accompanied by images illustrating the exercise and anatomical drawings showing in detail the main muscles used in each posture. With information on relaxation practice, mudras, and meditation, Anatomy & Yoga allows you to penetrate a little deeper into yoga and, starting from the physical discipline, helps you experience yoga as a spiritual discipline.

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Book SynopsisThe sleep meditations in this beautifully illustrated book are written specifically to help the reader slow down a busy mind, let go of the day and relax into a restful night's sleep. All the senses are gently engaged to enhance the process, and research now shows that imagining a sea breeze or a still lake is as mentally beneficial as being there. Similarly, meditations included help the reader to put down their worries and turn them over to the unconscious world, and welcome in calm and restoring energy.The visual design of the book has been created to enhance the relaxing reading experience, with plenty of space to breathe... Meditations include:The bridge to...Calling in cleansing energyLetting go of the dayThe easy pathCutting threadsStill lakeComing homeCandle gazingYou're ok, it's okMeeting your guidesOcean breezeMaybe it's magic...

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Book SynopsisTurn your dreams into reality in just 9 simple stepsIt is one of the biggest wellness trends around, but do you know how to manifest?This beginner's guide includes all you need to get started, with key insights into the power of positive thought and practical steps for creating your reality.Each chapter is full of useful tips and easy exercises for you to try at home, from positive affirmations and actions to journaling prompts.Contents include:STEP 1: Visualize your future selfSTEP 2: Set your intentionsSTEP 3: Connect with the universeSTEP 4: Raise your vibrationsSTEP 5: Embrace the energy of gratitudeSTEP 6: BelieveSTEP 7: Take actionSTEP 8: Let go of the outcomeSTEP 9: Pay attention to synchronicities and signs

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Book SynopsisProfessor Ashton has lifelong hands-on experience and a deep scholarly understanding of the science of public health, a discipline invented in Britain. In this scathing critique he notes that nothing that the UK government has done to deal with COVID-19 is recognisable against two centuries of knowledge. Instead, it is designing untested methods at exceptional expense that have created a public-health and economic crisis never seen before. The government should urgently return to the science as set out in Blinded by Corona. From February, Professor Ashton has applied its precepts to Bahrain, where he was appointed special COVID-19 adviser, and the country topped the WHO league in August. It also suffered the least disruption of the economy and social life and did not have a general lockdown.Trade Review'Everyone should read this book. Its powerful and penetrating insight holds our leaders to account - and finds them wanting.' PROFESSOR ROGER KIRBY, PRESIDENT, ROYAL SOCIETY OF MEDICINE;;'Professor Ashton's counsel and knowledge has proven him to be an authoritative figure on how the threat of COVID-19 should be responded to. His early calls for mass testing were quickly heeded to in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and established him as one of the world's leading public health experts on countering COVID-19.' SALMAN BIN KHALIFA, FINANCE MINISTER BAHRAIN;;'Once you start reading this book, it is hard to put down. It puts COVID-19 into the wider trajectory of public health within Britain, and is absolutely devastating on the response of the UK government to the COVID-19 crisis. A must-read for all those interested in understanding what went wrong and why.' DEVI SRIDHAR, PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH;;'As with the Hillsborough disaster, the fuel crisis, needle exchange and other crises John Ashton is calling this one correctly here. He was speaking out on COVID-19 before any politician was awake.' GABRIEL SCALLY, MEMBER OF INDEPENDENT SAGE, PRESIDENT OF EPIDEMIOLOGY & PUBLIC HEALTH ROYAL SOCIETY OF MEDICINE;;'John Ashton has public health in his bones. His views are erudite, uncompromising, and humane. He has judged how this pandemic would unfold better than computer simulations and politicians. The answers are in these pages and governments should listen.' PROFESSOR KAMRAN ABBASI, EXECUTIVE EDITOR BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL;;'This is an important book. John Ashton shows how and why the catastrophic actions of Boris Johnson's government failed its people and led to many thousands of unnecessary deaths. If we are to avoid similar disasters, read this scorching indictment of those in power.' KEN LOACH;;'In 1847 the much celebrated and revered Doctor William Henry Duncan was appointed as Liverpool's first Medical Officer of Health. Like Dr Duncan, and motivated by a passion for the common good, John Ashton sees the world through the lens of public health. From the outset of the Coronavirus pandemic he has offered trenchant and coherent arguments about how the Government and public-health authorities needed to respond. His insightful book provides a valuable compass and road map as we continue to navigate our way through this pandemic. He also offers sound advice on how to be better prepared for fresh waves of Covid and other potential threats to public health. As Dr Duncan might have said-just what the doctor ordered.' LORD ALTON;;'John Ashton has been the voice of Cassandra throughout the pandemic. He has earned the right to be the first to tell the whole story, showing that we had both experience and knowledge, but failed to use it. But in the face of the arrogance of centralisation, Ashton gives us hope that local communities and expertise are equipped to bring the 2020 pandemic to its conclusion.' CRISPIN PAILINGTable of ContentsBlinded by Corona 1 Plagues in History 2 Straws in the Wind 3 A Disaster Waiting to Happen 4 Rising Tide in Wuhan, China 5 The Virus Arrives in the UK 6 News from Bahrain 7 A Wasted Month and an Absentee Prime Minister 8 A Floating Petri Dish 9 Where There Is No Vision, the People Perish 10 SAGE 11 Left to Die, 'Herd Immunity' 12 Chickens Coming Home to Roost 13 The Last Stop 14 Politically-Led Science and the Numbers Game 15 Lockdown 16 The Forgotten 17 Dying Matters 18 Independent SAGE to the Rescue? 19 Cummingsgate and After Afterword Acknowledgements Glossary Select Bibliography

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Book SynopsisLate one night, Rebecca Fogg's hand is partially amputated in an explosion in her flat. Quick thinking saves her life, but the journey to recovery is a slow one. As the doctors rebuild her hand, Rebecca (who also survived 9/11) rebuilds her sense of self by studying the physical and psychological process of recovery. Interspersing the personal with the medical, Rebecca charts her year of rehabilitation, touching on the marvellously adaptable anatomy of the hand; how the brain's fight or flight mechanism suppresses conscious thought so we can react instantly to danger; and why trauma causes some people to develop PTSD, while giving others a whole new lease of life. Told with great emotional and intellectual clarity, BEAUTIFUL TRAUMA explores the resilient nature of the human spirit and the power we all hold in our hands.Trade ReviewA cheering, upbeat story of recovery from life-threatening injury; Beautiful Trauma frames healing as a dance of acceptance and readjustment, of effort and reward, as well as the exploration of new possibilities. Fogg's journey back to health is an inspiration -- Gavin FrancisA powerful account of the human capacity for healing. It speaks to the deep reservoir of resilience in all of us -- Dr Anna Lembke, bestselling author of Dopamine NationCaptivating and insightful, Beautiful Trauma will have you rapt from the very first page. An extraordinary celebration of the human spirit - [it] will stay with you long after you turn the final page -- Adrienne Brodeur, author of Wild Game: My Mother, Her Lover, and MeA compelling story of gain from loss. It describes Fogg's personal quest to understand the objective basis of her physical and subjective torment, and how, using introspection and science, she emerged as a new person -- Joseph LeDoux, author of The Deep History of Ourselves: The Four-Billion-Year Story of How We Got Conscious BrainsA celebration of the adaptability of the body and the resilience of the mind. Fogg has retained her awe of the human experience, despite it all, and the result is a truly special book' -- Susannah Cahalan, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Brain On Fire: My Month of MadnessThis is a book of grace and hope. Grace in the recovery from pain and fear, and hope in the acceptance of a new, fascinating life -- Dr Emily Mayhew, author of Wounded

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Book SynopsisHow to boost your immunity through gut health'THE MOST PAINLESS DIET EVER' Daisy Goodwin, Daily Mail'I DROPPED A DRESS SIZE. I feel mentally clearer, far less emotional, have got rid of an ongoing chest infection and sleep better on a regular basis than I have in months.' Caroline Sylger Jones, The Times 'LIFE-CHANGING. The most practical gut guide.' BBC's Dr Rangan Chatterjee'The Gut Makeover transformed me and changed my life. I also lost 18 pounds.' Tim Arthur, BBC Radio LondonTransform your body shape with this 4-week health plan for a healthier mind and body. This is more than another fad diet. This is a lifestyle you'll want to adopt for life. Revolutionary new science has shown that the state of our gut is central to our weight, health, immune system and mood. Packed with easy-to-follow advice, the latest science, meal plans and delicious recipes, The Gut Makeover is a radical new approach to eating and living. The Gut Makeover is the only book you'll need to control your weight, improve your skin, sleep better, lift your spirits, and strengthen your immune system for good.Trade ReviewLife-changing. The most practical gut guide. -- BBC's Dr Rangan ChatterjeeThe Gut Makeover transformed me and changed my life. I also lost 18 pounds. -- Tim Arthur * BBC Radio London *I dropped a dress size. I feel mentally clearer, far less emotional, have got rid of an ongoing chest infection and sleep better on a regular basis than I have in months. So much so that a few months later I'm still eating according to the plan, which doesn't feel like a hassle at all. -- Caroline Sylger Jones * The Times *Based on revolutionary new research that reveals that the state of our gut is central to our weight and health, this book offers a lifestyle that you'll want to adopt for a lifetime. * Natural Health *I slept better; my brain was perky through the day when it would often have been flagging by 3pm; even my patience was improved. I'd also lost 3kg (6.6 pounds) without ever feeling like I was 'on a diet'. -- Louise Chunn * Welldoing *Transformed people's lives -- Nikki Bedi * BBC Radio London *This makes total sense -- Nikki Bedi * BBC Radio London *The Gut Makeover is rooted in cutting-edge nutritional science, with a 28-day plan that will help you boost your digestive health and lose weight -- Dr Mark Hyman MD, author of Eat Fat get ThinI've been recommending Jeannette Hyde's The Gut Makeover book in clinic to my patients all week. It's highly-digestible (excuse the pun) and an easy introduction into a new area of eating which is here to stay and could have massive benefits for people suffering disease -- Dr Rupy Aujla, GPJeannette Hyde takes the science of diet and wellbeing and makes it fantastically digestible and easy to implement day to day. Anyone who wants to improve their health both now and for the future should read The Gut Makeover book. Food is information. Food is medicine, and this book will show you the how, the what and the why -- Dr Ayan Panja, GPCheck out The Gut Makeover for an excellent evidence-based program on how to improve your overall health -- Dr Steven Lin, integrative dentistBrimming with lesser-known tummy tips and will leave you armed with simple recipes and easy-to-follow advice * SheerLuxe *

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Book Synopsis'You won't need to read another self-help book again...The self-help book to end all self-help books' Guardian What is the secret behind happiness? In an attempt to find out, Oliver Burkeman tackles a range of subjects from stress, procrastination, laughter, time management and creativity. It's a subject that has occupied some of the greatest philosophers of all time, from Aristotle to Paul McKenna. But how do we sort the good ideas from the terrible ones? Over the past five years, Oliver Burkeman has delved deep into the 'happiness industry.' Witty and thought-provoking, Help! doesn't claim to have solved the problem of human happiness, but it might just bring us one step closer. The perfect book to help you establish a happier life.

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Book SynopsisIn this inspiring, witty and eminently sensible book, Nigella Lawson sets out a manifesto for how to cook (and eat) good food every day with a minimum of fuss. From basic roast chicken and pea risotto to white truffles and Turkish Delight figs, Nigella brings the joy back into the kitchen.Selected from the books How to Eat and Kitchen by Nigella LawsonVINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS.A series of short books by the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us humanAlso in the Vintage Minis series:Drinking by John CheeverHome by Salman RushdieSummer by Laurie LeeLiberty by Virginia WoolfTrade ReviewMy kitchen bible to this day... You made me realise that every meal is a celebration. You didn’t teach me how to cook. You taught me how to eat -- Nigel Slater * Observer *Imagine our joy when Vintage announced that it is publishing a collection of easily digestible books from the world’s most celebrated writers on the experiences that make us human… They look good and read well. That’s win/win in our book. * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisWhat is the secret to true friendship? Is it really love’s quieter relation or something stronger and more profound? And where does the line between the two lie? Rose Tremain looks at two unlikely lifelong friendships, which – though tested – prove unbreakable. Thought-provoking and life-affirming, this is at once an examination and a celebration of friendship in all its glorious complexity.Selected from the books Restoration and The Gustav Sonata by Rose TremainVINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS.A series of short books by the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us humanAlso in the Vintage Minis series:Love by Jeanette WintersonLanguage by Xiaolu GuoDesire by Haruki MurakamiFreedom by Margaret Atwood

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Book SynopsisThe definitive week-by-week diet and lifestyle plan to support IVF treatment and help you become pregnant from the one of the UK's foremost experts on fertility and conception, Zita West.'The IVF process is so out of your control and this was a really helpful tool to bring me back in control and nurture my body' -- ***** Reader review'Excellent book, a great way to feel like you have some control over this crazy process!' -- ***** Reader review'Terrific and informative - worth every penny' -- ***** Reader review'Easy to read and easy to understand' -- ***** Reader review'Brilliant' -- ***** Reader review****************************************************************************************************More and more couples are turning to IVF each year to help them conceive, and yet there are still many questions to be answered. "What makes IVF successful?" and "what else can we do to support our treatment?" are two of the most important queries couples can have, and here, Zita West offers solutions.Nutrition and lifestyle advice, psychological and emotional support and a positive mindset all play an important part in helping couples conceive, and can even make the difference between a successful and unsuccessful outcome.This book not only advises how to prepare for IVF, but why it's so important to prepare, and with a step-by-step diet and lifestyle plan and over 60 recipes for meals designed for optimum fertility heath, this is a clear way to actively support your treatment.Table of Contents 1: Acknowledgements 2: Foreword by Dr George Ndukwe 3: Preface 4: Introduction 1: Understanding the IVF Journey 1: Fertility: The Basics 2: Starting Your IVF Journey 3: The IVF Process 2: IVF and Your Lifestyle 4: Transform Your Lifestyle 5: Nurture Your Relationships 6: Build Your Energy Reserves and Reduce Stress 7: Maintain a Positive Mindset 8: Lifestyle Factors That Affect IVF 3: Preparing for IVF 9: The Importance of Nutrition 10: Ten Egg and Sperm Health 11: Nourishing Your Digestive System 12: Fertility-influencing Conditions 4: The Countdown Nutrition Plan 13: Clearing the System 14: Balancing Your Blood Sugar 15: Your Acid–Alkaline Balance 16: Reducing Inflammation 5: Diet and Your IVF Cycle 17: Starting an IVF Cycle 18: Egg Collection 19: Embryo Transfer and Implantation 20: The Two-week Wait 21: When IVF is Successful 22: When IVF Fails 23: Appendix: Commonly Asked Questions 24: About the Zita West Fertility Clinic 25: Index

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Book Synopsis**Winner of Author of The Year at The Butterfly (Baby Loss) Awards**For all parents and family managing the emotional battlefield of baby loss.When my baby died my whole world changed forever. I was left full of love, yet deeply heartbroken and faced with the task of living without my most precious longed for treasure. Following a fraught journey of trying to conceive again, two subsequent miscarriages, and an anxiety fuelled pregnancy after loss, I was finally able to welcome my baby girl into the world. This is the book I wish I’d been given – it will help you to not only survive the loss of your baby but to celebrate the life they had, no matter how brief. This is my hard won gift to you.Losing a child is one of the most devastating events you can go through and yet, losing your baby – particularly before they are born – remains a taboo and often misunderstood topic. In this very gentle guide, Nicola Gaskin opens up the conversation around baby loss offering raw, honest and deeply empathetic support to all parents. From coping with the initial shock, finding ways to overcome jealousy and anger, surviving birthdays and Mother’s Day, through to living with everlasting grief and the fresh round of grief and anxiety that comes with parenting after loss, it will help you to navigate through a huge range of intense and complex emotions.Beautifully written and powerfully illustrated, this book will hold your hand through your darkest and lightest moments: read it to know you are not alone and that all your feelings are absolutely valid.Trade Review1 in 4 pregnancies will end in loss and it is just not spoken about or recognised enough in our society. We love that Nicola is both tackling the stigma and helping other parents to reach out and access the support they need through this book. * Tommy's *

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Book SynopsisTalent is overrated - learn what truly makes you succeedAngela Duckworth’s seminal work on why passion and perseverance matter more than anythingWhy do naturally talented people frequently fail to reach their potential while other far less gifted individuals go on to achieve amazing things? The secret to outstanding achievement is not talent, but a passionate persistence. In other words, grit.MacArthur Genius Award-winning psychologist Angela Duckworth shares fascinating new revelations about who succeeds in life and why. Based on her cutting-edge research, Duckworth shows how many people achieve remarkable things not just by relying on innate natural talent, but by practising what she calls grit. She then offers a Grit Formula to help anyone to become more gritty, focusing on six key factors: hope, effort, precision, passion, ritual and prioritisation. She reveals:- Why people who test high for talent often fail to achieve their potential, and why people who do not test high for talent often "overachieve" what others expect them to do- How grit can be learned, whatever your IQ or circumstances- Why stubbornness is a key characteristic of gritty people- When to be stubborn and when giving up is the grittiest thing you can do- How gritty people found their passion, and you can find yours- How gritty experts practise, and how you can do the same in your own life- What the people who care about you can do to boost your grit when you need it most- How grit is cultivated in the highest-performing sports teams, companies and schoolsLeaping past clichés such as 'success is all about hard work', Grit offers a fresh and motivating way to climb to heights far beyond what natural talent would predict.Trade ReviewGRIT is a persuasive and fascinating response to the cult of IQ fundamentalism. Duckworth reminds us that it is character and perseverance that set the successful apart. * Malcolm Gladwell *Impressively fresh and original … GRIT scrubs away preconceptions about how far our potential can take us. And it solves the riddle of how those not likely to succeed in fact do. Buy this, send copies to your friends, and tell the world that there is, in fact, hope. We can all dazzle. * Susan Cain, New York Times bestselling author *At a time when our collective notion of success has shrunk to the point of being unrecognizable, Angela Duckworth arrives to restore it. With a mix of masterful storytelling and the latest science, she shows that perseverance and passion matter at least as much as talent and intelligence. And far from simply urging us to work harder for the sake of working harder, Grit offers a truly sane perspective: that true success comes when we devote ourselves to endeavors that give us joy and purpose. * Arianna Huffington, bestselling author of Thrive *This book will change your life. Fascinating, rigorous, and practical, Grit is destined to be a classic in the literature of success. * Dan Heath, bestselling co-author of Made to Stick, Switch and Decisive *Angela Duckworth has written a contemporary classic - a clarifying and deeply-researched book in the tradition of Stephen Covey and Carol Dweck. For anyone hoping to work smarter or live better, GRIT is an essential - and perhaps life-changing - read. * Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and To Sell is Human *

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