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Book SynopsisDespite its prevalence, post-traumatic stress, PTSD, is often seen as an unbeatable lifelong mental disorder. Leading trauma doctors and neuroscientists now understand that the result of trauma is not a disorder, but rather a physical injury to the body - invisible but tangible, and most importantly, treatable. Meet Dr. Eugene Lipov. His research and partnerships have led to an amazing discovery that all trauma has at its root a single piece of human hardware: the stellate ganglion. The symptoms of post-traumatic stress are the same for all of us, whether from childhood poverty or abandonment, the ravages of war, or the brutality of sexual assault. Dr. Lipov’s pioneering procedure appears to treat injury to the stellate ganglion, relieving even the worst symptoms of PTSD - irritability, hypervigilance, insomnia, and more - in a 15-minute treatment. Weaving hard science with moving human stories, The Invisible Machine reveals how this treatment was developed. It also tells the incredible story of the unlikely team, including the doctor, an artist, Special Forces leadership, and a sheriff, who are working together to change our understanding of post-traumatic stress and why it matters to society. Written in collaboration with Holly Lorincz and featuring stories of warriors, prisoners, abuse survivors, and the average citizen, The Invisible Machine reveals a stark new understanding of human pain. The implications for a better, pain-free world are astounding - and that world could be nearer than we think.

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Book SynopsisBefore Karena Kilcoyne was a successful criminal defense attorney, trauma defined her early life. Her mother tried to give her away at birth. Her father went to the federal penitentiary when she was 12, leaving the family poverty-stricken and Karena to care for her mentally unstable mother and three siblings. After her mother died, she adopted her 9-year-old brother and graduated from law school at the age of 24. She defended murderers and millionaires all while doubting her self-worth and suffering from depression and anxiety. Existing only in survival mode, she repeatedly recounted the stories she’d written about herself: that no one wanted her, that she would never be enough, that she could never be happy. In Rise Above the Story, Karena shares with raw vulnerability how she rose above her stories of abandonment, worthlessness, and shame. She’ll teach you how to finally let go of your past by embracing every beautiful, imperfect piece of yourself - no matter what your story looks like. Countless people experience trauma. Countless people experience the resulting shame. What do we do when the pain of the past is too much to bear? When we feel empty and worthless despite our success and daily triumphs? In Rise Above the Story, Karena will teach you how to: Acknowledge your story. Identify your story and how it’s limiting you and consider who you could be if you left that story behind. Untangle your story. Discover how you got caught up in your story in the first place using Karena’s insights and tools that will help unearth repressed fear and trauma. Rise above your story. Learn how to let your story serve you via lessons and wisdom found in the hardships you endured and discover how the power of loving yourself unconditionally will change your life. Your newly discovered self-love will empower you to live the life of your dreams. Karena’s beautifully simple, yet powerful Rise Above the Story formula offers emotional freedom and unfettered joy to all those ready to embrace the vibrant, worthy, and lovable person they truly are.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Nathalie Lété's Enchanted World Glassine grapes, figs bursting with color, an exotic pineapplebut wait, is that the Marquis de Lafayette riding across the tabletop? Follow this curious artist's dream and, piece by piece, retrace the magic of Nathalie Lété's imagination, and revel in her breathtaking colors and imagery.Featuring: 1,000 full-color interlocking pieces Art print with puzzle image Finished puzzle is 23 4/5 x 19

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Book SynopsisYour negative inner voice is a total assh*le. Tell it to f*ck off with this irreverent, laugh-out-loud guide!I'm not good enough. This shouldn't be happening. Things never work out for me. When we're anxious, stressed,or fearful, the negative voice in our heads can be extremely powerful. It tells us we're not smart or attractive enough. Itberates us for our mistakes. And it keeps us feeling stuck in an endless loop of worry, shame, and hopelessness. Butthere is a way to shut it down. Blending evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and profanity,this unexpected guide will show you how to respond to your negative inner voice with one very important phrase: Moveon, mother*cker (MOMF)!With MOMF, you'll learn to manage worry and anxiety, put a stop to unhelpful internal dialogue, and approach newsituations with humor, levity, and perspective. You'll also find real tools to help you:·Set personal and professional boundaries·Identify toxic or codependent relationships·Become assertive without being aggressive·Stop seeking perfectionThis book also includes journaling and other self-awareness exercises to help you put MOMF to work every day. So,stop letting your inner voice tear you down. With this fun and effective guide, you'll learn how to take control of yournegative thoughts and get back to living your best life.

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Book SynopsisListen up! It’s time to change the way you manage your anxiety—by working with it rather than against it. This revolutionary guide provides the key to understanding the root cause of your anxiety, so you can break free from it's grip.Let’s face it: anxiety can interfere with every single aspect of your life, from work and family to relationships and finances. Left unchecked, the cycle of anxiety reinforces and perpetuates itself over time, and can leave you feeling paralyzed with fear. You’ve probably attempted to “get rid of” or “outrun” your anxiety, only to find your symptoms growing even stronger. What you need is a new way to deal with anxiety: one that emphasizes listening to what your anxiety is trying to tell you.In What Happened to Make You Anxious?, anxiety expert Jaime Castillo offers a whole new approach; one that focuses less on avoiding or extinguishing anxiety, and more toward understanding and working with it to create a fulfilling, meaningful life. You’ll learn how your anxiety is connected to what Castillo refers to as “little ‘t’ traumas”—seemingly small, unhealed traumas from your past that drive your fear and worry, so you can get to the root of your anxiety and start healing.Your anxiety works overtime communicating perceived threats; this book will show you how to listen to anxiety, discern which threats are real, which don’t fit the actual facts of the situation, and which are triggered by past events. Once you and your anxiety are on the same page, anxiety will loosen its grip—freeing you up to live with clarity, confidence, and serenity.You’ve tried managing it on your own. You may have even received treatment. If you’re at your wit’s end when it comes to your anxiety, this book will show you a new path toward lasting relief.

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Book SynopsisMany of us in the modern world are unhappier than they need to be, and mindfulness offers a solution that works. Science and clinical practice have only recently 'discovered' the profound potential of mindfulness-based practices for increasing our wellbeing. However, mindfulness has been practised for thousands of years as an attention-training technique that can reduce physical and psychological suffering and enhance health and happiness. Derived from ancient contemplative practices in many cultures and wisdom traditions, mindfulness practice simply involves directing our attention to what is (reality), rather than to what isn't (our ideas of reality).Mindfulness for Life is written by two experts on mindfulness with many years of personal and clinical experience. The authors have come together to provide both a medical and a psychological perspective on mindfulness and related conditions such as depression and substance abuse. The result is a book that translates the scientific principles underlying mindfulness into a simple, practical and accessible life manual.

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Book SynopsisAs an athlete or sportsperson, you understand the frustration of being at the top of your game only to falter in the heat of competition. The Athlete's Ascent shows how you can harness the wisdom of martial and Zen arts to develop the profound connection between mind, body and breathing that leads to the coveted flow state.Drawing on a lifetime of deep practice, Jayne Storey has streamlined centuries-old disciplines including Tai Chi and Zazen meditation into a simple, proven and trusted Performance Practice that helps both amateur and professional athletes ascend to higher levels of enjoyment and performance.Read this book and develop a daily practice to: Strengthen the all-important mindbody connection Uncover the link between formal meditation and being in the zone' Overcome nerves, anxiety and mental interference in even the most high-pressure competition situations Stay

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Book Synopsis'Written with such understanding and power it takes your breath away' - JEREMY VINEDISCOVER THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF SENSITIVITYHave you even been told you are being 'too sensitive'? That you should develop a thicker skin? Society tells us that it's bad to be too soft, or feel too much. But is it?Hannah Jane Walker, a highly sensitive person, has spent years researching sensitivity. Drawing on a wide range of experts, ideas and experiences, Hannah challenges the myth that sensitivity is something negative, and seeks an answer to the question: how useful is sensitivity to the world, and what is it for?Hannah discovers that high sensitivity is sometimes connected to higher levels of empathy, emotional intelligence and creativity, and that whatever our level of sensitivity, it can be beneficial for us all. Society has undervalued sensitivity, teaching us that only the tough succeed, but this book seeks to change that story. Sensitivity is not a weakness or something to be ashamed of, but an invaluable form of strength, offering so many new ways of looking at the world.

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Book Synopsis'Stop fighting with food and read this book!' -Arianna Huffington, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Thrive'Rewire your brain to fix bad food habits ... Brewer has helped people break out of a habit of 40 years' standing in one month.' - The Telegraph'A game-changing plan to change your relationship with food.' - Annie Grace, author of This Naked MindA proven neuroscience-based programme to heal your relationship with your body and food, from the world-renowned addiction psychiatrist and New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety.Eat this not that, count calories, exercise more, use your willpower ... how many of these guilt-laden dieting messages make you feel bad about why it's so hard to manage what and how you eat? Based on over 20 years of clinical research and Dr Brewer's work with thousands of patients, The Hunger Habit is the kindest and most effective approach to eating that you'll ever come across. It's the antidote to food shame and dieting. Using the power of curiosity and awareness, Dr Brewer's proven step-by-step programme will help you heal your relationship with food, reset eating triggers and resolve any long-held personal issues around self-esteem, anxiety, shame, anger and stress. Dr Brewer will help you learn how to work with your brain rather than fight cravings. At the same time you will learn how to embrace setbacks and adopt an attitude of self-kindness instead of self-judgment, ultimately establishing new eating habits. The Hunger Habit is not a diet book but, like many of his clients have already discovered, once you break out of your personal food jail, you'll find a changed relationship to eating leads to a newfound freedom and a lightness that comes from an inner well-being.No matter where you are now or how hopeless you feel about yourself, stress eating, overeating, binge eating or whatever your habits are, Dr Brewer's powerful book will help.Trade ReviewStop fighting with food and read this book! * Arianna Huffington, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Thrive *A game-changing plan to change your relationship with food. Jud Brewer gets at the heart of our struggles with advice, analysis, and inspiring stories based in science but full of compassion and understanding. This is the book we need right now! * Annie Grace, Author of This Naked Mind *Judson Brewer offers a potent recipe for healing unhealthy eating habits: Blend together an understanding of how the brain works with the power of awareness itself. For the countless humans who struggle with craving, this book is filled with life-giving insights and tools! -- Tara Brach, Author of Radical Acceptance and Radical CompassionIf you're looking to heal your relationship with food, the solution rarely lies entirely in changing what you eat. Jud Brewer empowers us to let go of our unhelpful habits and trade them in for helpful, long-lasting ones using cutting-edge neuroscience, practical mindfulness, relatable stories, and real-life examples. This book isn't about restrictive diets or obsessions - it's about finding hope, empowerment, and real, lasting recovery. * Molly Carmel, author of Breaking Up With Sugar *This book takes a radically new approach to understanding overeating. It counters shame for overeating by emphasizing how our brains engage in habit formation outside of our conscious awareness. More importantly, it shows readers how to become more conscious and self-compassionate about what's happening and learn new, healthier eating habits. A significant contribution to understanding how to counter overeating. * Kristin Neff, PhD, author of Self-Compassion *We all need this book * BJ Fogg, praise for Unwinding Anxiety *This may be the only book on anxiety you may ever need * Mark Williams, praise for Unwinding Anxiety *'Rewire your brain to fix bad food habits ... Brewer has helped people break out of a habit of 40 years' standing in one month.' * The Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisHave you ever done something stupid, dangerous or self-sabotaging just to get one over someone else? Most of us have. Simon McCarthy-Jones draws on psychology, current affairs, literature and genetics to illuminate – whether we admit it or not – our spiteful side. What is that part of us that secretly wants our friends to fail? Did Americans put Trump in the White House just to stick it to Hillary Clinton? And then there are the legion of stories about toxic behaviour in supermarkets and over the privet hedge, ramping up to incendiary divorces, vicious business practices, backbiting politics and scorched-earth terrorism. There’s a hopeful message too – the upside of our dark side. Spite can drive us forward, and Simon provides a fresh perspective on the concept by showing the evolutionary benefits of spite as a social leveller, an enabler of defiance, a wellspring of freedom and a vital weapon in our everyday armoury.Trade Review‘[A] thorough and entertaining book, which poses a provocative thesis… McCarthy-Jones is a funny, playful writer, especially for a psychologist… an illuminating examination of an under-discussed topic.’ -- New York Times‘An informative, evidence-based page-turner. A rare pleasure.’ -- Richard Stephens, author of Black Sheep, winner of the Wellcome Prize 2014'Spite is a fascinating insight into how we all behave in a world of big egos and thin skins.' -- Michael Cockerell, award-winning political documentary-maker‘With rigorous science, penetrating analyses, colourful and enjoyable prose, and an astonishing breadth of knowledge – Simon McCarthy-Jones has delivered a book that will undeniably be appreciated by many.’ -- Frank Larøi. University of Bergen'Spite is an eye-opening examination of humanity’s nastier impulses - from Achilles to Trump. An erudite and eloquent guide, McCarthy-Jones deftly examines cutting-edge psychological research and evolutionary theory, with some truly startling insights for our personal relationships, business and politics. You will never look at your human nature in quite the same way again.' * David Robson, author of The Intelligence Trap *‘An interesting and at times provocative exploration of an emotion that has to this point been underexplored and, if McCarthy-Jones is right, significantly underappreciated.’ -- Independent

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Book Synopsis'Take on January with new-found serenity with this series of self-help books' StylistOvercome your fears and change your life.We all feel frightened sometimes - it's totally natural - but if fear is holding you back, making you feel stuck in a rut and hindering your ambitions, it's time to make changes. Jo Usmar provides a concise, straight-forward guide to battling your fears. There are strategies, tools and relatable examples throughout that offer simple and effective ways to feel brave, independent and confident. Pushing through your fear will allow you to take back control of your life so you can make changes, accept that you have choices and recognise that you absolutely can cope with whatever life throws at you. Anxiety is one of the biggest mental health challenges of our times. Rather than a downbeat 'coping with' book this is an inspiring modern take on 'feel the fear and do it anyway'. Chapters include: CBT-based techniques, dealing with physical anxiety, getting to the root cause of your fear, negotiating obstacles, stopping self-sabotage, building confidence, combatting guilt and shame, feeling more powerful, breaking negative patterns.Praise for This Book Will series:'Top tips for making your life loads better.' Cosmo'The answer to all my problems.' Katie PiperTrade ReviewPraise for This Book Will series:Top tips for making your life loads better. * Cosmo *The answer to all my problems * Katie Piper *Take on January with new-found serenity with this series of self-help books * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisDo you struggle to get you what you want at work?Do chats at home descend into arguments?Does it sometimes feel like everyone's shouting but no one's listening?Disagreement is nothing new, but psychologist Tim Harkness has noticed that we no longer seem to be able to move our conflicts forward. From the coronavirus crisis to climate change, Brexit to Trump, negotiating who washes the dishes to persuading your boss you need that pay rise - Harkness' simple rules will revolutionise the way you talk.Focusing on 'crucial' conversations, where opinions vary, emotions are strong and the stakes are high, 10 Rules for Talking outlines how to talk to people, both personally and professionally, who don't share your opinion. His rules include recognising that agreement is not simple, respecting your adversary, and de-escalating to keep the conversation safe.Learn how to persuade, respond and - most importantly - keep the conversation progressing. Welcome to a new way of talking.

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Book Synopsis'This book is phenomenal' - Steven Bartlett on Diary of a CEO'Brilliant. I loved it' - Malcolm Gladwell'Important, entertaining, practical, and timely' - Arianna HuffingtonAll of us go through episodes of simply being stuck, whether we're trapped in a thankless job, wrestling writer's block, muddling through a midlife crisis, or trying to remedy a fraying friendship. The resulting emotion is a mix of anxiety, uncertainty, fear, anger, and numbness, and it's often chronic, dangerous to our mental health, and with severe consequences to our success and development. What if someone told you that there is a proven plan to break through and to get unstuck?Anatomy of a Breakthrough is the remedy to identifying and overcoming the friction points holding us back, providing a new framework for not only getting unstuck but going on to flourish. Critically, he introduces us to the Friction Audit - a test to work out where our sticking points lie between our HEAD, HEART or HABITS - and then takes us on a roadmap to break through.Artfully weaving together scientific studies, anecdotes, and interviews, Anatomy of a Breakthrough will inspire you to boldly break away from the things holding you back, and to realise your goals.Trade ReviewA brilliant detective story about the sources of human creativity. I loved it. * Malcolm Gladwell *Anatomy of a Breakthrough is important, entertaining, practical, and timely. Alter reveals how to turn sticking points into breakthroughs in pursuits as diverse as entrepreneurship, art, music, writing, athletics, friendship, and personal relationships. * Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global *Whether in a career, a creative project, or a relationship, everyone will get mired in a rut at one point or another. Anatomy of a Breakthrough brings the often-private struggle to get "unstuck" into the light, and provides a handbook for moving on from your personal plateau. Adam Alter is simply one of the best science communicators at work. * David Epstein, New York Times-bestselling author of Range *Rooted in science and enlivened by stories, Anatomy of a Breakthrough offers insight after insight and the rallying cry of 'action above all' as an antidote to enemy No.1: inertia. * Angela Duckworth, Ph.D., author of Grit *Adam Alter marries research-based solutions with genuine insight. This book is an invaluable guide to turning hurdles into breakthroughs. * Scott Galloway, NYU Stern professor of marketing and author of Adrift *A deeply researched and compelling guide to breaking through the inevitable obstacles on the path to meaningful accomplishment. * Cal Newport, New York Times-bestselling author of Digital Minimalism and Deep Work *

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Book SynopsisPsychologist Nicky Hayes explores the ingenious and sometimes unhelpful ways our minds process the world around us in this comprehensive and accessible guide to the science of thinking.The science of how we think is fundamental to understanding why we are who we are, and why we do what we do. What goes on inside your head when you’re processing information – thinking, storing or accessing a memory, paying attention, processing language, being creative, problem-solving and learning – dictates how we interact with each other, what motivates and discourages us and the decisions we make every day.Including chapters on attribution, the problem with bias, how we form beliefs, ways of remembering, and conscious and unconscious thinking, What Are You Thinking? examines the science behind how we think, revealing the complex and fascinating web of processes that rule the way we view the world.

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Book Synopsis- You know the key to having more energy has nothing to do with crystals and chakras... and everything to do with how much sleep you get.- You know that neglecting your friends will leave you destitute and lonely... but you're still too damn lazy to pick up your phone and get in touch.- You know you could get through your to-do list in half the time... yet you're still stalking your ex on Facebook.- You know you just need a kick up the backside... and that's what you'll find within the pages of this book.Get A F*cking Grip is the self-help book for people who hate self-help, offering simple no-nonsense advice that you can implement into all areas of your life, allowing you to get on with everything you've always wanted to do. Learning how to get a f*cking grip is the key to taking back control of your life.

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Book Synopsis A fresh take on the gratitude journal that helps you cultivate joy every day by noticing and celebrating “glimmers”—small daily highlights that brighten your life.So often, we're accustomed to looking for joy only in momentous life events, like promotions, graduations, weddings, or significant birthdays. But if these milestones are the only joyous occasions we're paying attention to, thousands of joy-encouraging 'micro-moments' can go unnoticed. Glimmers are those small moments that spark joy and comfort throughout a busy day, and this lightly guided journal is the perfect vehicle for learning to recognize them by recording and reflecting on their meaning. Complete with an introduction describing glimmers and why they're important, and a debrief on how to use the journal, Glimmers has everything you need to start a daily practice. Through a simple repeating prompt to 'list five glimmers from your day' and five areas on each page to reflect, glimmer journaling is akin to gratitude journaling. Instead of focusing on what you're grateful for, however, you focus on unexpected things that bring you joy. With a stunning shimmery foil cover and inviting space to write, this luxe journal is the perfect way to uncover your own glimmers and incorporate them into a mindfulness or self-care practice that works for you.Perfect for: Gratitude journalers looking for a new angle Mindfulness/meditation practitioners  Self-care purchase for stress management or setting daily intentions Gift giving for birthday, graduation, New Year, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or any special occasion Fans of such popular interactive journals as Calm the Chaos, Awestruck: 52 Experiments to Find Wonder, Joy, and Meaning in Everyday Life, and Write It Down, Let It Go 

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Book SynopsisLet yourself listen with your heart everything you need you will find there.We are all born with a unique Soul Signature it is our essence, our truest self.It''s the part of us that is always in flow, in unity with the creative energy of a conscious Universe. Our Soul Signature is who we are and who we have always been, but the truth is it''s so very easy to lose touch with this when life gets in the way.We all experience challenging times pain, fear and confusion can separate us from who we really are. Psychotherapist and energy worker Janny Juddly take you on a journey through seven stages of healing so that you can remember who you were before life got in the way.Janny encourages you to listen once again to your Soul Signature, to let go of what does not serve you and to transform your pain into wisdom and resilience. This is an invitation to answer the call of your Soul Signature, to make sense of your life experience and access a deeper truth so that you can once again rediscover who you really are, a child of the universe.

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Book Synopsis'Fascinating' Psychologies 'A brilliant read' Happiful 'A really, really, really, really good book' Liz Jones, You magazine podcastHow much do you enjoy your life?Does life feel dull? A bit grey?Do you feel as if your emotions have flatlined?This is anhedonia – a word only a few of us have heard of but one that explains why so many of us feel we are sleepwalking through life.Anhedonia is from the Greek word for 'without pleasure' and describes a loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed. It explains why many of us spend our lives in a fog, feeling neither happy nor sad, just not very much at all.In the first book to tackle this missing piece in mental health, writer Tanith Carey joins the dots on how convenience culture, stressful lifestyles, modern diets and both female and male hormonal changes can dial down our ability to feel excitement and joy.With the help of world-leading experts and by digging into the latest research, Tanith shows you how your brain's dopamine reward system works and provides strategies to help you bring colour back into your life.Groundbreaking, accessible and often surprising, this is the book that will teach you how to kickstart your feel-good chemicals and start loving life again.Trade Review'If you feel like you have lost your sparkle then this wonderful, exuberant book is here to help. Underpinned by sound scientific understanding it is jam-packed with all the tools you need to shine brightly and live your best, most colourful life.' -- Becky Goddard-Hill, psychotherapist and author of Be Happy, Be You'At last. A scientific explanation of feeling "meh". This book is unique. Brilliantly researched and written.' -- Alice Smellie, menopause campaigner and author of Cracking the Menopause'Tanith has a unique way of communicating scientific jargon with ease, simplicity, and clarity. Feeling 'Blah'? is a must read!' -- Professor Hana Burianová, professor of neuroscience, department of psychology, Bournemouth University'The book is evidence based, gives a name to how people feel and then offers options for change. No "motherhood and apple pie" here but sound well-researched techniques that have been evaluated and offered for consideration.' -- Averil Leimon, author, executive coach, and leadership psychologist at White Water Group'A clear and compelling overview of anhedonia that will be a Godsend to those who have it. I highly recommend it!' -- Jackie Kelm, author of Appreciative Living and creator of the Anhedonia Support Program at www.AnhedoniaSupport.com'A really, really, really, really good book' -- Liz Jones'A brilliant read' * Happiful Podcast *

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Book SynopsisIn The Keys to Kindness Claudia Hammond takes us on an eye-opening tour of kindness: what constitutes kindness (it's not what you think), effective strategies to build more of it into our lives and the benefits of being kind. She draws on the latest research from psychology and neuroscience, and her work in collaboration with the University of Sussex and the BBC, including the largest global survey ever undertaken into attitudes to kindness. The book is structured around the seven keys of kindness, including: There is more kindness in the world that you might think Being kind makes you feel good and that's OK Kind people can be winners Remember to be kind to yourself You are kinder than you think, but we could all be kinder still - with enormous benefits for our personal mental health and wellbeing. The Keys to Kindness sets out a prescription for a kinder life that you can adapt to your own circumstances, and explains how to use this guidance for ourselves, others and the world.Trade ReviewClaudia Hammond's books are a solace in troubled times -- Fearne Cotton[Hammond] doesn't want to make kindness cool, she simply wants to prove - by hook, crook, her book and hard data - its value to society * * Sunday Times * *Claudia Hammond has written a handbook on the benefits and keys to kindness [ . . . ] formed by a new, unique study called The Kindness Test, run by her colleagues at the University of Sussex, and launched on the BBC. If you've never thought about what kindness means, the results will be as fascinating as they are thought-provoking . . . Full of common sense, gentle wisdom and altruism * * Daily Mail * *From the state of global politics to the climate crisis, the world feels more divided than ever. But The Keys to Kindness stands up in the face of this overwhelming issue - and provides us with the tools to address it . . . If one thing's for sure, Hammond's book is a firm reminder of how important kindness really is - and why being kinder to yourself, others and the world around you is valuable for everyone * * Stylist * *Praise for The Art of Rest: Fascinating, entertaining and lucidly written . . . If we accept that reading is the most restful activity . . . The Art of Rest ought to be equivalent to a scientific siesta. The only trouble is that this outstanding book is far too stimulating to be restful * * Observer * *Claudia Hammond's superb book reminds us of a truth that's too often forgotten: that rest isn't just an indulgence, but an essential part of a life lived well -- DR RANGAN CHATTERJEE * * bestselling author of The 4 Pillar Plan * *At a time when our waking lives appear to be more frantic and distracted than ever before, switching off has never been more of a challenge. The Art of Rest equips us with fresh research and information on how to rest more, and rest better, to get the most out of life. Reading it is a rest itself -- MATT HAIGA soothing balm for a frazzled generation -- ADAM RUTHERFORD * * author of A Brief History of Everyone Who Ever Lived * *Not only is The Art of Rest an enjoyable read, touching on scientific evidence in a light, accessible manner, it delivers on its promise too . . . Reading, according to Rest Test participants, is one of the best ways to rest. So if you want to change your 24/7 lifestyle, opening The Art of Rest may well be a good start * * New Scientist * *Hammond valiantly unearths some great nuggets . . . quirky humour and sunny enthusiasm kept me reading * * Sunday Times * *

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Book SynopsisWestern therapeutic approaches have often put considerable emphasis on building self-esteem and enhancing a positive sense of self. This book challenges the assumption behind this approach. Most of us protect ourselves against being fully alive. Because we fear loss and pain, we escape by withdrawing from experiences and distracting ourselves with amusements. We fall into habitual ways of acting and limit our experience to the familiar. We create an identity which we think of as a 'self', and in so doing imprison our life-energy.For 2500 years Buddhism has developed an understanding of the way that we can easily fall into a deluded view. It has shown how the mind clings to false perceptions and tries to create permanence out of an ever changing world. Written by a practising therapist and committed Buddhist, this book explores the practical relevance of Buddhist teachings on psychology to our everyday experience. By letting go of our attachment to self, we open ourselves to full engagement with life and with others. We step out of our self-made prison.Trade ReviewStimulating and provocative... definitely worth reading whatever one's Buddhist affiliation. -- Ros Oliver * View *'Shows a deep and humanistic understanding of Buddhist psychology.' -- Joy Manne * Self and Society *

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Book SynopsisThis accessible and authoritative book provides an invaluable guide to identifying, treating and preventing depression in later life.Jill Manthorpe and Steve Iliffe take a multidisciplinary approach and employ both medical and psycho-social models of depression. The medical model is used to identify symptoms, make diagnoses and work towards optimal treatment. Psycho-social perspectives provide insight into the scale and complexity of the condition and point to its social causes. The authors identify different levels of depression through in-depth analysis and consider the condition in relation to, but distinct from, dementia, psychosis and anxiety disorders, helping professionals to make the correct diagnosis. Supporting case studies show that depression, and the physical symptoms often linked to it, are amenable to treatment. The authors provide practical guidance for health and social care practitioners and suggest numerous coping strategies.This comprehensive book is essential reading for health and social care practitioners working with older people, their carers and families.Trade ReviewWinner of the Health Care for the Elderly category of the 2006 BMA Medical Book Competition'This is a very useful source text, easy to read , very thought provoking, and up-to-date.' -- British Journal of Social WorkThis book provides a clear, readable overview to this area and as such could be recommended as an introductory text for practitioners or as a resource for carers and sufferers. -- PSIGE NewsletterManthorpe and Iliffe are careful to spell out not just the personal costs of depression and the medical treatments available for it, but also the effects on family and other caregivers of depression, and they discuss non-medical ways of both preventing and treating depression. -- Metapsychology OnlineThe book is an easy-read and well supported by `practice examples' that emphasise the complexity of real-life situations. It is generally well referenced and makes use of authoritative sources to support its recommendations. -- Ageing and SocietyExpertly written by a professor of social work and an academic general practitioner, this is a very accessible, focused and insightful book examining the complex issue of depression in older people. The positive message from the book encourages professionals to see depression as a disability, rather than a disease. It considers that practitioners should respond to the needs of those with depression taking a life course perspective, aiming to ameliorate their problems, rather than focusing only on seeking a cure... An excellent book recommended for all practitioners working with older people in all health and social care settings. -- Journal of Community NursingOverall, this is a very interesting text that reminds and refreshes experienced practitioners of the issues in identifying, recognizing and effectively treating and preventing depression in late life. For new practitioners and students, it effectively and clearly sets out crucial themes and issues for clinical practice. The text is easy to read and unthreatening in its language and format; clearly highlighting practice examples and signposting specific chapters relating to particular themes. -- OTOP NewsletterDepression in later life is a guide to identifying, treating and preventing depression in later life…The authors provide practical guidance for health and social care practitioners and suggest numerous coping strategies. Depression in later life is for health and social care practitioners working with older people, their carers and families'. -- Working with older peopleThis book takes a multi-disciplinary approach to the issue of depression in old age using a medical and psychological model. It defines different levels of depression and considers it alongside dementia, anxiety disorders and psychosis. It looks at causes and symptoms and shows how depression can be amenable to treatment'. -- Ageing MattersTable of Contents1. Why focus on depression? 2. The impact of depression. 3. Helping depressed older people. 4. Depression and dementia. 5. Depression, anxiety and psychosis. 6. Suicide and self-harm. 7. Carers' support. 8. Prevention of depression. 9. Conclusion. References. Subject index. Author index.

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Book SynopsisWritten in a typically practical and straightforward style, this popular book shows how to develop a truly positive outlook. These ten steps outline skills to help people to take control, be flexible, accept reality, develop self-acceptance, accept change and improve relationships. Steps may be followed in order, or taken individually as required. The book has been updated in line with current therapeutic thinking, with particular emphasis on the concepts of resilience and mindfulness.

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Book SynopsisMany people will suffer from depression at some time in their lives. New research shows that Qigong, a traditional Chinese practice, can be an effective treatment for depression and can provide a good alternative or supplement to medication in some cases. Frances Gaik explains the basics of what Qigong is and why it is effective for depression, and shows the reader how to make use of Qigong to rise from the darkness of depression and regain strength and motivation in life. Based on the same principles as Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qigong works by promoting the movement of health-giving energy along the meridians of the body. The author shows how the practical application of Qigong can radically improve health and wellbeing, and provides a treatment plan, including Qigong exercises. Encouraging the reader to identify their problems and take action, Dr. Frances Gaik gives practical advice that will help anyone with depression to improve their mental health.Managing Depression with Qigong provides a guide to an effective and increasingly recognised form of treatment that will be invaluable to people with depression and their families.Trade ReviewRelatively short, simple to understand, and practical... This book is quite informative and offers information and guidance about ways of addressing depression that are not often considered in other sources that examine how people may treat depression. With growing evidence for benefits of mind-body and energetic therapies in treating psychiatric conditions, it is great to see this information shared in books for the public. -- Jed Shlackman, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Hypnotherapist, Miami, Florida'Managing Depression with Qigong'' by Francis Gaik is a very well researched book on the ''what'' and ''why'' of qigong, rather than on the ''how''. Gaik descries what qigong is and offers many studies and examples of why qigong can be used to treat depression successfully. It also appears that Gaik looked for studies to reinforce the belief of qigong, and if you want ''proof'' that qigong works, this book sets out to prove it... If you want an academic study of why to practice, get this book. -- Reviewed on the blog Atkins Diet and DepressionIn a lucid, dispassionate, folksy way, Dr. Gaik tells an important story. She describes the research efforts both of herself and earlier and contemporary pioneers in America, China and Japan first to rethink Western medicine in Eastern thought forms and then assimilate it. Her aim: to make you and me healthier through an affordable combination of deep breathing, meditation, counselling and moderate exercise, with an exit strategy from a limited time given over to non-addictive therapy... Her book is an easy, informative, delightful read. -- Patrick Killough, Counsellor, US Senior Foreign Service (1983-1991), US Senior Foreign Service (1983-1991), US Senior Foreign Service (1983-1991)Gaik ably describes western and Chinese notions of depression and the treatment of stress and includes a chapter summarizing the research project on Qigong's effects on depression that formed her dissertation. An appendix contains qigong exercises, including two sitting meditations, as well as a full bibliography. -- Booknews.comMany people will suffer from depression at some time in their lives. New research shows that Qigong, a traditional Chinese practice, can be an effective treatment for depression or can supplement or be an alternative to medication in some cases. Author Frances Gaik explains the basics of what Qigong is and why it helps people with depression. -- ICNM JournalTable of ContentsIntroduction. Chapter 1. A Paradigm Shift Toward Holistic Interventions. Chapter 2. The Information System of Your Body. Chapter 3. Traditional Chinese Medicine and Qigong. 4. Identifying Your Problem. Chapter 5. Practical Applications of Qigong to Depression - The Action Plan. Chapter 6. Taking Personal Responsibility For Your Health. Chapter 7. The Clinical Research Study. Appendix. Part One: Active Exercises. Part Two: Supplementary Exercises. Part Three: Sitting Meditations. References. Acknowledgments. Index.

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Book SynopsisStill the definitive introduction to the Enneagram, this revised and updated edition covers all the key information on this curiously accurate system of knowledge about human personality. From its historical roots to how to use it in everyday life, the book encompasses all of the key aspects and principles of the subject. It explains the nine personality types, how they interrelate and how to recognise and understand your own and others' basic types. It also explores how the model can provide a lifelong guide that will encourage personal and spiritual growth, helping you to work with your personality's strengths and weaknesses to realise your true potential. The perfect introduction to a timeless topic, this book will be of interest to anyone who wants to understand more about the Enneagram, whether for personal application or general interest.Trade Review“Still the only introduction you'll ever need and the best around. We've given copies to most of our clients, and we'll certainly let them know the revised version should be added to their shelves.” -- Peter Neall, Neall Scott Partnership“Karen Webb's comprehensive but highly readable introductory work brings the Enneagram to life. Making excellent use of the self-observations of self-aware people, Webb leads readers straight into the wonders of this amazing system for understanding human personality. It is particularly useful for those who want to better understand their relationships with others. This book is a great introduction to those who are approaching the Enneagram as relative beginners.” -- Terry Saracino, MA, MBA, President of Enneagram Studies in the Narrative Tradition“Whatever its origins, the Enneagram has become an invaluable tool, in many walks of life, for growing emotional intelligence, enhancing self-awareness and social competence, and personal development. Karen Webb draws on a life time of study and practice to provide a comprehensive guide both for those who are new to the Enneagram and those who wish to go on exploring its value for understanding themselves and the many relationships which shape their lives. As only the true expert can, she brings to a complex subject the gift of clarity without in any way being simplistic. In accessible language she analyses and describes the nine different personality types in a way which is engaging and illuminating in equal measure.” -- Rt Revd Dr Michael Langrish, Bishop of Exeter“Principles of the Enneagram by Karen A Webb is one of the most comprehensive and well written books on the Enneagram. The language is simple, lucid and well expressed, and the book will satisfy all kinds of readers, from those who want a deeper understanding of the whole system to those who are interested in the related topics. The result of more than two decades' work, this book is timely, practical and constructive, and will help readers acquire a greater understanding of themselves and how they interact with others.” -- Dr Satishchandra Kumar, Associate Professor, Department of Applied Psychology & Counselling, University of Mumbai, IndiaAn invaluable guide to a remarkable source of wisdom - comprehensive but straightforward and easy to comprehend with a relevance that is enriched by many years of teaching the Enneagram. -- Sir Mark Tully OBE, journalist, broadcaster and presenter of the BBC Radio 4 programme Something UnderstoodTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Foreword. Preface to Revised Edition. Introduction: Why The Enneagram? 1. How the Enneagram Works. 2. Type One: The Perfectionist. 3. Type Two: The Giver. 4. Type Three: The Performer. 5. Type Four: The Romantic. 6. Type Five: The Observer. 7. Type Six: The Questioner. 8. Type Seven: The Optimist. 9. Type Eight: The Protector. 10. Type Nine: The Mediator. 11. Seeing Below the Surface: Types Which Look Alike. 12. Communication Tips: Using the Enneagram to Create Understanding. 13. Conclusion: What Do I Do Next? Further Reading/Useful Contacts.

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Book SynopsisImprove your body image and learn to combat self-doubt so you feel comfortable in your own skin.Body image insecurities can affect your entire life. Constantly worrying about how you look can ruin your day-to-day experiences - whether in your career, with family, or in relationships - curb your ambitions and make you feel you don't measure up in some way. If this sounds familiar, it's time to take action. This compact book addresses the root causes of body image anxiety and breaks them down so you can start changing how you view yourself, your appearance and any difficulties you're facing. You'll learn how to stop destructive behaviours, limit self-criticism, manage emotional eating and see yourself differently. Dr Jessamy Hibberd and Jo Usmar use the latest CBT techniques with practical exercises to enable you to build your self-esteem and boost your wellbeing so you'll feel confident, self-assured and beautiful.Chapters include: Why Do We Hate the Way We Look?Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Stopping Bad Body Image BehaviourFood for ThoughtJudgement DayFacing Your FearsPraise for the This Book Will series:'Top tips for making your life loads better.' Cosmo'The answer to all my problems.' Katie Piper'Take on January with new-found serenity with this series of self-help books' StylistTrade ReviewTop tips for making your life loads better... - Cosmo Online

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Book SynopsisA balanced lifestyle enhances health, happiness and wellbeing. With practical techniques and strategies, this book explores how this balance can be found and how stress and anxiety, which are linked to being overworked and over busy, may be alleviated. It begins by examining the state of work-life imbalance in our everyday lives and discussing real life examples from a group of professionals working in health and social care. Their stories and experiences illustrate the problems caused by our modern, work-driven society and resonate with how many of us are living today. The author then provides practical tools and techniques to address this overwork culture and achieve a more balanced lifestyle. These simple, yet effective, strategies can be implemented quickly in everyday life. This practical resource addresses a problem affecting many professionals worldwide. It will be of particular interest to helping professionals, including occupational therapists, counsellors and therapists, and will allow them to apply the theories of work-life balance to real life in straightforward and tangible ways. The stories and techniques will also resonate with anyone interested in transforming their overworked or overburdened lives.Trade ReviewOccupational Scientist Teena Clouston offers tools for healthcare professionals and service providers, teachers and homemakers, workers and job seekers, and caregivers and retirees, to build better lives by balancing what matters most. Clouston pits current research on improving quality of life against the wider forces driving stressful lifestyles worldwide. No one-size-fits-all remedy exists for the debilitating effects of stress. Yet each of us can find the just-right balance of "doing, being, becoming and belonging". -- Gelya Frank, PhD, Professor, Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy and Anthropology, University of Southern California, USAAs an occupational therapist Dr Teena Clouston is an expert in doing. In this very useful book Teena uses her occupational science expertise to explore lifestyle balance and how doing too much can be addressed by applying concepts of being, becoming and belonging. The accessible writing style of this excellent book allows readers to explore and understand neo-liberalism and its role in creating our Western 'busyness'. I recommend it to all those who work with and/or experience lifestyle imbalance. -- Annie Turner, Emeritus Professor of Occupational Therapy, University of Northampton, and Chair, The Elizabeth Casson TrustIn this brilliantly written book, Dr Clouston presents a thought-provoking reconceptualization of the notion of occupational balance. She argues that living a balanced life means resisting the neoliberal capitalistic pressure to value "doing" over other aspects of life, and instead pursuing personally meaningful occupations that enable "doing, being, becoming, and belonging". This is a must-read textbook for anyone who is interested in ideas about meaningful living through focused engagement in valued occupations. -- Moses N. Ikiugu, PhD, OTR/L, Professor and Director of Research, Occupational Therapy, University of South DakotaThis practical resource addresses a problem affecting many professionals worldwide. It will be of particular interest to help professionals, including occupational therapists, counsellors and therapists, and will allow them to apply the theories of work-life balance to real life in straightforward and tangible ways. -- StudentNurse.netA Practical Guide to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is an invaluable resource for any health and social care professionals working with individuals who lack decision-making capacity. -- StudentNurse.netTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Preface. What is this Book About? Overview of the Book. Part 1. Understanding Lifestyle Balance and its Link to Wellbeing. 1. What is Life Balance? 2. Doing Too Much in Paid Work. 3. Obligatory, Non-Obligatory and Meaningful Activities. 4. Stress, Burnout and Rust-Out in Life Imbalance. Part 2. Moving from 'Doing' too much to Reconciling Being, Becoming and Belonging. 5. Finding Life Balance: Strategies for Change. 6. Managing Life Imbalance: Living in the Moment. 7. Meaning and Time. 8. Creating Wellbeing in Workplaces. 9. The Intricate Web of Life Balance. Glossary. Figures and Tables. References.

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Book Synopsis"Our relationships - with our family, colleagues, friends, lovers, partners - are decisive factors in our lives. More than outer success, wealth or fame, they make the difference between joy and sorrow, development and stagnation, fulfilment and frustration. They both stimulate and require us to reflect on our own initiatives and reactions. They lead us to thresholds of emotion and discovery. If we can navigate these thresholds with our eyes open, relationships can become a path of initiation, taking us beyond our self-centred isolation into new and inspiring worlds of experience." What really happens in relationships? Why do they affect us so deeply? Why do we long for a sense of community yet so aggressively assert our individualism? What are the risks and benefits of genuine human encounter? Drawing on far-reaching perspectives from psychology, philosophy, management and economics, The Mystery of Meeting explores these questions from a unique viewpoint, offering insight and guidance for developing healthy relationships. The author elaborates powerful ways of working with the dynamics of relationships within personal, community and business contexts. Encountering another person, he says, is a "threshold-experience". Each individual is an unknown world, and through meeting we are confronted with developmental challenges as well as opportunities for profound personal development. This stimulating book presents groundbreaking ideas for managers, professionals, educators, communicators, and anyone who wishes to improve everyday relationships.

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Book SynopsisWe are on the cusp of a revolution. Mobile phones, computers and iPods are commonplace in hundreds of millions of households worldwide, influencing how we think and shaping how we interact. In the future, smart machines will compete with clever people for employment and even human affection. We are shifting to a world where knowledge will be automated and people will be rewarded instead as conceptual and creative thinkers. Hence being able to think and act in ways that machines cannot will become vital. Ideas are the currency of this new economy and curiosity and imagination are among the key raw materials. But what happens to the rigour of our thinking in a world where we never really sit still or completely switch off? What are some of the unexpected consequences of digital information on the 100 billion cells and quadrillion connections inside our brains? Future Minds illustrates how to maximise the potential of digital technology and minimise its greatest downside, addressing the future of thinking and how we can ensure that we unleash the extraordinary potential of the human mind. In this absorbing new book, discover all about: the sex life of ideas; the rise of the screenager; generations, gender and geography; delving deep inside your head; how to clear a blocked brain; why clever people make dumb mistakes; why we are so afraid of doing nothing; what we can do to reclaim our brains.Trade ReviewA great case for how to think, not what to think in these fast moving and complex times. Watson s message is clear – our innate imagination and human ability to think deeply about life and issues are the best assets we have to deliver us safely to the future. Full of wonderfully inspired quotations, sage predictions and abundance of source material this is a "how to" that is a definitely a "must have." -- Ed Gillespie, Guardian journalistA reflective and insightful look into how the next generation will think, feel and shape our society. * Baroness Susan Greenfield, CBE author of ID: The Quest for Meaning in the 21st Century *

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Book SynopsisFor many, true peace of mind remains elusive. But by making simple adjustments to our habits of thinking and doing, we can learn to keep stress at bay, enjoy all that is positive in our lives and find happiness even in times of difficulty. This book presents invaluable insights, guidance and exercises for dealing with stress and dissatisfaction in all aspects of life. With chapters on stress-busting, dealing with risk and change, calling on inner reserves when the going gets tough and finding peace in self-acceptance, you will learn how to make your life more balanced and fulfilling and move forward to a calmer, happier you. Each chapter concludes with a 10-point Thought Plan and Action Plan featuring affirmations and to-do checklists, to help you start making a difference straight away. Learn how to calm your habitual response when things don't go according to plan. 'Thought Plans' and 'Action Plans' offer 120 life-changing ideas to help you achieve contentment. Transform your thoughts and actions and keep stress at bay!Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION Stress and calm CHAPTER 1: HOW TO BE STRONG AGAINST STRESS Dealing with stress Quick fixes The art of acceptance The art of positive change CHAPTER 2: HOW TO FIND CALM IN YOUR LIFE Time management Balancing your needs Building your self-esteem Confidence tricks Long-term fixes CHAPTER 3: HOW TO MASTER CHANGE AND RISK Seeing the whole picture The art of flexibility Strategy and tactics Adjusting to shocks Building resilience Accepting the unknown Finding the silver lining CHAPTER 4: HOW TO STAY CALM IN TOUGH TIMES Creating compartments Uptime and downtime Delegating anxiety Finding shortcuts Accepting imperfection Celebrating effort The art of resolution CHAPTER 5: HOW TO BE HAPPY WITH WHAT YOU HAVE Understanding true wealth Self-knowledge and self-acceptance Overcoming disappointment Managing your roles Finding value in work Body and mind Making relationships work Home is where the heart is CHAPTER 6: HOW TO FIND DEEP PEACE Nurturing love Living by your values Finding life's meaning Service and sacrifice Journey of the spirit Lessons from the East Following a practice INDEX ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Book SynopsisFor a balanced life, everyone needs a place where they can be happy in their own skin. However, modern pressures often get in the way of having a home that serves as a stable haven for all who live there. Based on two years of research and interviews, Angela Neustatter looks at ways people in very different circumstances are improving the balance of their lives through their homes. Her search for answers ranges widely, from her own family life to council estates in Manchester and London, to the Australian home of Elisabeth Murdoch; from a lesbian houseshare in small-town Texas to an eco-village in Wales. A Home for the Heart provides eleven ways in which people are balancing the demands of the modern world with the demands of their homes, showing how a nurturing home can once again become of root of happiness.Trade Review'What home can offer us.' BBC Women's Hour 'Making [home] a source of comfort and connection.' Observer 'How to achieve this Utopia?' Times 'Has already provoked a lively reception.' Sunday Times 'Home truths' Sunday Independent (Ireland)

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Book SynopsisKiller Ideas. They're out there. Wild, crazy, unpredictable and dangerous. So powerful they'll stop a person in their tracks, turn a life around, inspire a movement, start a revolution, or even kill one. This book is a must read for anyone who realises the time for procrastination is over and the mammoth task of hunting down their own killer idea has come. Predatory thinking. Disruption theory. Image collision. Behaviour change. Abstract wrestling. Search and destroy. Lateral thinking and many other methods of creative idea generation are sized up to see if they'll come in handy when the horn sounds and the hounds are released. Beautiful illustrations and graphics accompany the insights, essays and interviews like a torch illuminating the journey through the tangled jungle of crazy notions and twisted concepts until the now battle hardened reader is ready to confront their own killer idea

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Book SynopsisNo matter who you are, step forward and get ready to start living your best life - it is what you came here for. Wake up to your true calling, your greatness, your wisdom and learn to: Acknowledge and own your power, create more fulfilment and inspiration in your life. Listen to your body's innate ALARM, awaken your inner doctor to heal your body-mind and learn how to unleash the infinite innate wisdom and love. Accept your calling, reveal your authentic self and have greater control, clarity and credibility. Reconnect with your life's ever-evolving purpose, focus your energy and build a successful business. Master your emotions, live your dreams and bring about the miracles your heart desires.

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Book SynopsisTwelve years ago, Grace Kitto was a successful TV producer, wife and mother. She was also clinically obese and on the path to Type 2 diabetes. Until one day when she left work determined to stick to one of her serial diets, but soon found herself eating an ice cream, as if on autopilot. It sparked an epiphany - she realised the solution to her many failed diets lay in her unconscious. In the powerful, instinctual part of her brain. This is her funny and courageous memoir of that journey, the questions she posed and discoveries she made within the fields of psychology, neuroscience and biochemistry. She devised her own self-help system, a slow diet, and three-and-a-half years later, she reached her goal of a BMI of 25. Another three years on, she's still there.Trade Review'A grippingly intelligent and likeable feminist memoir of weight loss.' Julie Myerson | 'A fun and personal educational voyage through the trials and tribulations of dieting.' Tim Spector, author of The Diet Myth | 'If you want to be thin, read this book!' Fay Weldon

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Book SynopsisEveryone has something important to say. Unfortunately, most do not know how to communicate effectively to cut through the chatter, get their message across and make a sustained impact. This original and powerful book will help readers overcome this problem by exploring three (+one) simple, practical steps to take any message and make it memorable and lasting. Based on the latest research in brain science, the method (the 3R-Axiom) is proven in the real world and will change your mindset and behaviour. Combining a fiction and non-fiction style, this engaging book can be quickly and easily applied to any message delivery by anyone, anywhere."Trade Review"As far as I am concerned mindset is everything, especially now. We live and lead in times of unprecedented change. These times require a new mindset. This is not just a book to read, but rather a working book that will equip you with the tools and understanding to truly influence a real change in mindset and help others do the same. 'Be A Mindsetter' is a must read if a positive future is important to you." LAURA GOODRICH, Global Workforce Innovator, Author and Speaker.; "The most successful people in our society are the ones who effectively communicate. Regrettably, teaching the necessary skills for successful communication is becoming a lost art. Finally, in 'Be A Mindsetter', there is an authoritative instructional book on how to truly communicate with impact. The authors of this book are eminently qualifi ed experts in this field. Their break-through 3R-Methodology will become an important paradigm shift for all who want to develop excellent communication skills. This book is a must read!" JERRY L. MILLS, Author of The Exit Strategy Handbook and CEO of B2B CFO(R).; "Authentic and consistent personal communication is universally elusive and problematic in a high velocity whirlwind of change. These three remarkable thought leaders have opened a portal of fresh insight that encourages you, and me, to reboot our current communication mindset, unleash transformed behaviour and fi nd personal fulfi lment." WILLIAM TAYLOR, Client Partner - Executive Practice, at FranklinCovey.

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Book SynopsisLeading business coach Simon Tyler has spent many years successfully helping hundreds of individuals to overcome the complexity of their business and personal lives, and instead, focus on what is essential and productive. This compact book contains 50 practical tips and techniques to inspire and provoke you to review your life, change old habits and enhance your life by "keeping it simple". Each tip also contains a lesson or exercise that will challenge consensus thinking, break through barriers and redefine connections through the power of attitude. This is a book that will simplify your life and help you achieve your goals.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever felt that life is near perfect, only to find the rug pulled out from under your feet? When we are disconnected from our true selves, we are in a default operating system that automatically and unconsciously reacts to events causing stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. In that state, it's difficult to be present in relationships and, due to a limited perspective, we realise only a fraction of our potential. This book demonstrates how to shift out of this default operating system to one of full connection and by doing so living to our full potential. It is this zone that the great masters and ancient wisdom traditions point to - a beautiful, powerful state that is now available to everyone. The authors provide a new simple approach that is easy to apply, and through this practice, anyone can be fully present every day and feel at their very best.

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