Self Help & Mindfulness

There's an 80 percent chance you're poor. Time poor, that is.Four out of five adults report feeling that they have too much to do and not enough time to do it. These time-poor people experience less joy each day. They laugh less. They are less healthy, less productive, and more likely to divorce. In one study, time stress produced a stronger negative effect on happiness than unemployment.How can we escape the time traps that make us feel this way and keep us from living our best lives?Time Smart is your playbook for taking back the time you lose to mindless tasks and unfulfilling chores. Author and Harvard Business School professor Ashley Whillans will give you proven strategies for improving your "time affluence." The techniques Whillans provides will free up seconds, minutes, and hours that, over the long term, become weeks and months that you can reinvest in positive, healthy activities.Time Smart doesn't stop at telling you what to do. It also shows you how to do it, helping you achieve the mindset shift that will make these activities part of your everyday regimen through assessments, checklists, and activities you can use right away. The strategies Whillans presents will help you make the shift to time-smart living and, in the process, build a happier, more fulfilling life.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'This book will change your life if you let it' TOM BILYEU, Co-Founder/CEO of Impact Theory & Co-Founder of Quest Nutrition__________We are losing ourselves. We're chasing the wrong things, asking the wrong questions, and polluting our minds. It's time to stop, it's time to resist and it's time to rethink the fundamental social blueprint that our lives are built upon.'As an 18-year-old, black, broke, lonely, insecure, university drop-out, from a bankrupt family, I wrote in my diary that I wanted to be a 'Happy Sexy Millionaire' by the age of 25. By 25 I was a multi-millionaire having created a business worth over $300m dollars. Ironically, in achieving everything I set out to, I learnt that I was wrong about almost everything... The world had lied to me. It lied to me about how you attain fulfilment, love and success, why those things matter, and what those words actually mean.In this book, I'll dismantle the most popular, unaddressed lies about happiness that we've been led to believe. I'll expose the source of these lies, examine the incentives that fuel them and replace them with a practical set of scientifically proven and unconventional ideas that will help you to live a truly fulfilled life, a life full of the love you seek and the success you deserve.'

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Discover the self-care tips specifically designed for your Enneagram type with this simple yet illuminating guide from popular Enneagram expert Christina S. Wilcox.Many of us have used the Enneagram of Personality to understand ourselves on a profoundly intimate level. But despite what our Enneagram type reveals, it’s not always easy to know the best ways to take care of ourselves according to our unique personalities. In Take Care of Your Type, Enneagram expert and social media sensation Christina S. Wilcox uses her knowledge of the Enneagram to illuminate how each of the nine Enneagram types can practice better self-care. Answering questions ranging from “What is the best morning routine for my type?” to “What boundaries are important to set based on my individual personality traits?” this handy guide filled with beautiful color illustrations will help you recenter and reconnect with yourself amid the stress of daily life and will leave you feeling happier and healthier in mind, body, and spirit.

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Build a Better World with Random Acts of Kindness and Good Deeds Winner of the Living Now Book Award, Gold – Evergreen, World Peace #1 Bestseller: Previous editions of Random Acts of Kindness have sold over one million copies Celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Week in February. Perform good deeds of compassion and consideration toward others. The Random Acts of Kindness movement is born. In 1995, a small group of people at Conari Press came together around the idea that small gestures and simple acts can make a difference in people's lives. Thus, Random Acts of Kindness was born. But they had no idea how big this little idea would become. Make a difference in the world. This good-humored guide to being the change you want to see in the world is filled with suggestions for making a real difference, in ways both large and small. From improving someone’s life with just one penny to ensuring all children are well fed, the day-by-day positive proposals of Random Acts of Kindness combine inspiration with action. Despite the hurly-burly of our busy lives, we can all make a beneficial impact on the environment, throughout out local community, and within our own hearts. This book of inspired ideas and good deeds conveys how “the power of one”―that is, you―can make a better world, starting today! Sometimes the smallest gesture makes the biggest difference. This little book shows how to start―with the small, with the particular, with the individual―in order to make a difference in the world. Random Acts of Kindness features: True stories about acts of kindness and generosity of spirit Suggestions for living more compassionately Inspirational quotes to get you started Fans of books such as Chicken Soup for the Soul, A Pebble for Your Thoughts, I've Been Thinking…, or You Can Do All Things will love the encouraging, inspirational stories in this new Random Acts of Kindness edition.

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The gloriously simple practice of choosing one thing to do, when to do it, and getting it done.Every day, a billion knowledge workers wake up, gravitate towards a pixelated screen and process information for eight hours or more, facing an endless and bewildering array of work and life choices. We're confronted with countless always-on options; untimely, unsolicited notifications; and a constant competition for our attention. This depletes our faculty for choosing the right things to do, leading millions to become perplexed, frazzled, anxious, or depressed.Timeboxing by Marc Zao-Sanders is a comprehensive guide to carefully and intentionally selecting what to do, specifying start and finish times, focusing solely on that single activity, and getting it done to an acceptable standard within that timeframe. This is the fundamental, transcendent time-management practice; countless luminaries, from Carl Jung and Albert Einstein to Bill Gates and Steve

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Overthinking is also known as worrying or ruminating and it's a form of anxiety that many people suffer from.Psychologist and New Zealand bestselling author Gwendoline Smith explains in clear and simple language the concepts of positive and negative overthinking, the truth about worry and how to deal with the 'thought viruses' that are holding you back.She helps you understand what's going on in your head, using humour, lots of examples and anecdotes, and she offers powerful strategies for addressing your issues.Based on cognitive behavioural theory, this book will help you in all the key areas of your life: from your personal life to relationships and work.

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Live your best life with this beautiful book featuring 52 illustrated ideas that celebrate self-care, mindfulness, and relaxation! In this charmingly illustrated gift book, renowned artist Olivia Gibbs shares 52 simple ideas for having happier days. From taking an aroma-filled flower bath to spending more time in nature, you will find simple yet effective ideas that celebrate life’s simple pleasures. A beautifully illustrated hardcover gift book. 52 simple yet effective ideas for self-care. Themes include caring for houseplants, making smoothies, spending time in nature, exercising, enjoying time with friends, meditation, and more. The book is organized into six themes: Outdoors, At Home, With Others, The Little Things, When Life is Hard, and The Big Picture. Extra room is provided for journaling. BONUS: 16 “tear-and-share” mini-postcards are included. A beautiful and timeless gift for anyone looking for inspiration in a chaotic world!

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An introduction to EMDR, a proven trauma therapy with the power to heal, cowritten by a world-renowned therapist and a patient who experienced transformative relief through EMDR therapy. Trauma is a part of life. You or someone you care about has probably experienced trauma, whether “big-T” trauma, such as emotional, physical, or sexual abuse or the more common but no less significant “little-t” trauma that can result from divorce, job loss, painful childhood experiences, or any situation where you felt worthless, afraid, or powerless. Untreated trauma can lead to long lasting effects such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties maintaining intimate relationships. But the good news is that we can heal—and it doesn’t have to take a lifetime. EMDR (which stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a unique type of psychotherapy proven to help people recover from trauma and improve the quality of their lives. Cowritten by a patient who experienced transformative relief from trauma through EMDR therapy, and a world-renowned psychologist who explains exactly how and why EMDR works, Every Memory Deserves Respect provides clear information while offering inspiration and hope. Through compelling science, personal stories, and powerful photographic images, we learn how trauma is stored in the brain and body, continuing to cause pain and suffering, and how EMDR frees us by repatterning our thinking and emotional reactions. It explains why talk therapy has only a limited impact on trauma recovery, describes what to expect from gentle and targeted EMDR therapy, and offers guidance on how to find a therapist who is just right for you.

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The follow up to James Smith’s international number one bestseller, Not a Diet Book. Do you love your job? Does your future excite you? Are your relationships working for you? James Smith is back to challenge everything you thought you knew about the path to fulfilment and happiness. With hard-hitting home truths and a helping of tough love, be prepared to re-set your outlook, redefine your goals and truly consider: What does SUCCESS truly mean to you? Now, more than ever, is the time to take back control. Time to stop sleep-walking through your life; to challenge the status quo; and to truly ask yourself if you’re on the right path to success, happiness and fulfilment. Only you can take the reins of your own life and choose to make a change, but with invaluable experience, a hunger for genuine happiness, and a drive to be the kind of coach he needed when his life was broken, James can give you the tools to do it.

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“Own It is a must-have survival guide that you can come back to time and again for immediate inspiration from the heart and soul of the trailblazing business leader and creative genius that is DVF!” - Whitney Wolfe Herd, CEO and Founder of Bumble “Many books describe paths to success, but only Own It helps us to find our own. My friend Diane von Furstenberg gives us the biggest gift: faith in our uniqueness.” - Gloria Steinem, writer, activist and feminist organizer The entrepreneur and philanthropist presents her A-Z guide and manifesto for personal growth and for turning problems into assets Internationally renowned fashion designer and philanthropist Diane von Furstenberg shares her accessible, empowering manifesto. In an easy-to-navigate A-Z format, Own It is her blueprint for enjoying both personal and professional growth at any age. “The secret of life is one thing: own it. Own our imperfections. Own our vulnerability; it becomes our strength. Whatever the challenge is, own it. Owning it is the first step to everything.”

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Help Mum to destress with this beautiful collection of exercises for maintaining a happy mind'Delightful. Provides simple, easy and fun activities for both parents and children of all ages to restore calm and peace' MAIL ON SUNDAY ______ Being a mum is often anything but mindful.Having suffered from anxiety for much of her life, Izzy Judd has brought together a brilliant and inspiring collection of simple activities and exercises to help parents find their own piece of calm. Included are exercises both for you to do alone and with your children of all ages, giving them their own tools to help remain happy and peaceful too. Inside you'll discover: · Ways of bringing mindfulness to your day · Your own self-care routine · Breathing exercises to do with children · How to prepare for a good night's sleep · One-minute mindfulness Izzy Judd's beautiful and practical book will hold your hand through the challenging and exhausting days as well as the exciting and happy days.Most importantly, it will help you to create special memories for you to share with your children.

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Be brave and bold - there's nobody quite like you - it's time to recognize your confidence and express your true self brazenly.In a fast-paced world, sometimes it's easy to lose sight of the things that make us extraordinary and brilliant and shake our confidence. However, we all need to take time to sit with our feelings, heal and work on our resilience to form a better connection with our inner power. Each card in this incredible deck, allows you to unpack one challenge at a time, or set an intention for a day that's going to bring you closer to that moment of self-awareness. So, stop scrolling, sit with a card and learn how to protect your energy, understand that you are the love of your own life, and celebrate what makes you sparkle, shine and stand out. It's time to activate your power and your feminine instinct.

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The bestselling self-published phenomenon now widely available and expanded with new practices and insights—a profound story of transformation that teaches you how to heal yourself by learning to love yourself.In 2011, the company Kamal Ravikant spent ten years of his life building went under. In the wake of this loss he became profoundly depressed. He couldn’t get out of bed. He felt emotionally empty and physically ill. Then, in his darkest moment, a meditation came to him, a chant that provided a ray of hope and solace: I love myself. Even when he didn’t believe it—especially when he didn’t believe it—Kamal continued to repeat this mantra over and over: I love myself. I love myself. I love myself. For Kamal, it was the first step of a transformative journey. From that simple meditation, he developed a system of tools that kept him positive, balanced, and moving forward. Soon he was feeling physically better, mentally stronger, and spiritually buoyant.Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It is the story of one man’s radical self-growth and an enriching practice guide to help anyone who feels lost and miserable; who has struggled to get out of bed or smile through profound sadness.

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Explore tarot''s innate spirituality and psychology with this 78-card deck featuring uniquely therapeutic card interpretations and vivid reimaginings of traditional tarot artwork.Adapted from author Jessica Dore''s previous book Tarot for Change, this deck shows readers how to use tarot for mindfulness, acceptance, and self-compassion. Drawing on her unique experience in psychology and research into behavioral science, Dore makes a correlation between tarot and the human experience common to us all. The 78 cards, illustrated by Xaviera Lopez, mix modern color palettes and style with traditional, Rider-Waite-Smith-inspired imagery. Combining spirituality and psychology, tradition and innovation, and capitalizing on tarot''s ultimately healing capacity, The Change Tarot is made for modern readers confronting the infinite cycles of change present in our Earthly lives.

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**FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR**'Life-affirming' - THE TELEGRAPH'Wonderful' - INDEPENDENT'She made it her mission to learn how to be default happy rather than default disgruntled' - RADIO 4 - WOMAN'S HOUR'Take a leaf out of Gray's book and be kinder to yourself by appreciating life just as it is' - IRISH TIMES'This book came to me in an hour of need - during lockdown when I had to focus on the positive, appreciate simple things, not lose my shit, and value each day. It was a pure joy for me and held my hand' - SADIE FROST'Interesting and joyful. Lights a path that could help us to build resilience against society's urging to compare life milestones with peers' - LANCET PSYCHIATRYUnderwhelmed by your ordinary existence? Disillusioned with your middlin' wage, average body, 'bijou' living situation and imperfect loved ones? Welcome to the club. There are billions of us. The 'default disenchanted'. But, it's not us being brats. Two deeply inconvenient psychological phenomenons conspire against our satisfaction. We have negatively-biased brains, which zoom like doom-drones in on what's wrong with our day, rather than what's right. (Back in the mists of time, this negative bias saved our skins, but now it just makes us anxious). Also, something called the 'hedonic treadmill' means we eternally quest for better, faster, more, like someone stuck on a dystopian, never-ending treadmill. Thankfully, there are scientifically-proven ways in which we can train our brains to be more positive-seeking. And to take a rest from this tireless pursuit. Whew.Catherine Gray knits together illuminating science and hilarious storytelling, unveiling captivating research showing that big bucks don't mean big happiness, extraordinary experiences have a 'comedown' and budget weddings predict a lower chance of divorce. She reminds us what an average body actually is, reveals that exercising for weight loss means we do less exercise, and explores the modern tendency to not just try to keep up with the Murphys, but keep up with the Mega-Murphies (see: the social media elite).Come on in to this soulful and life-affirming read, to discover why an ordinary life may well be the most satisfying one of all.

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Stay at the top of your game and be your best self with the help of the empowering quotations and upbeat affirmations in this pocket-sized dose of winner’s wisdom With a positive mood and the right attitude, nothing can hold you back. Whatever your aims or ambitions in life, confident thoughts and good advice make all the difference. This little book, packed with incisive quotes and optimistic affirmations, is here to support you on your journey to sweet success and greater happiness. From the timeless ideas of ancient sages to brilliant insights from modern superstars, these are words to get you feeling inspired and thinking like a true champion. As well as the hard-won wisdom of leaders, legends and trendsetters, this book includes a host of encouraging affirmations and daily reminders such as: Do something today that your future self will thank you for Start and end each day with a positive thought Inside every setback hides an opportunity Believe in magic and you will find it

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The Soulful Art of Persuasion is a revolutionary guide to becoming a master influencer in an age of distrust through the cultivation of character-building habits that are essential to both personal growth and sustained business success. This isn't a book full of tips and life-hacks. Instead, The Soulful Art of Persuasion will develop the habits that others want to be influenced by. This book is based on a radical idea: Persuasion isn't about facts and argument. It's all about personal character.Jason Harris, CEO of the powerhouse creative agency Mekanism, argues that genuine persuasion in the twenty-first century is about developing character rather than relying on the easy tactics of flattery, manipulation, and short-term gains. It is about engaging rather than insisting; it is about developing empathy and communicating your values. Based on his experience in and out of the boardroom, and drawing on the latest in-depth research on trust, influence, and habit formation, Harris shows that being persuasive in a culture plagued by deception means rejecting the ethos of the quick and embracing the commitment of putting your truest self forward and playing the long game. Through instructive and entertaining stories, Harris lays out the 11 habits that will guide readers to become authentically persuasive, including Earning respect through collaboration Becoming the person others want to be around Practicing generosity through gestures big and smallPersuasion today is about personal excellence, sharing the stage, and respecting other people's motivations. In The Soulful Art of Persuasion, Jason Harris shows us the way.

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Harness the transformative power of chaos The truth about chaos is that it isn't personal, or even negative. You can harness the transformative power and energy of exponential change, uncertainty, and even randomness to improve yourself, lead others, and accomplish more of what matters. In Positive Chaos, award-winning keynote speaker and executive coach Dan Thurmon helps you better understand the true nature of chaos, including the positive aspects that you can harness to learn, grow, and excel. You'll discover how authority and credibility stem from vulnerability and honesty, and why being honest about what you don't yet know can empower others to feel more confident and capable of contributing. Using illuminating and, at times, surprising findings from a first-of-its-kind study, 2022 State of Chaos in the Workplace, Thurmon analyzes the current chaos experienced by the workforce and how it impacts our performance and general well-being. His insights also shed new light on strategies and leadership attributes that are most effective while operating in chaotic times. Positive Chaos will help you transform your confusion into curiosity and excitement. You will be less fearful and free to act with bold confidence. You will see new opportunities to grow and lead others. You'll learn to understand and embrace chaos, elevate above the noise and be truly proactive, helpful, and fulfilled.

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How to use motivational psychology to change your habits and change your life Let''s Do This! is the motivation playbook for any type of personal change, from losing 10lbs to stepping up in your career to running a half-marathon. The difference between succeeding and giving up comes down to you level of motivation - in other words how much it really matters to you. In this unapologetically positive book, Andy Ramage, who transformed his own life step by step, explains the different types of motivation and the tools you need both to make a change and make it last. And then he shows you how to create your own plan for change and how to deal with all those annoying obstacles along the way (I can''t be bothered, I''ll start on Monday, I don''t have enough time...)

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This little book of uplifting and pithy quotes is the ultimate antidote to all the days that couldn't end quickly enough When the shit hits the fan, you don't just need a massive mop. You need some words of wisdom that will keep you going no matter what is thrown your way. You scratched the side of your car: pick up this book. You sent private snaps to your family WhatsApp by mistake: let your tears streak these pages. You delivered a presentation at work with your flies undone and toothpaste on your chin: stiffen that upper lip with every quote you read. By the end of this remarkably astute collection of quotes, you'll have:- Enough resilience to make light of the worst scenario - Enough willpower to overcome all obstacles And enough quotes under your belt to last you a lifetime! Why waste time wondering if the glass is half full or half empty when you can just get on and drink it!

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This empowering deck of 52 cards is here to remind you that you can think big and keep your cool - no matter what life throws at you You can do whatever you set your mind to. Whether that's chasing your dreams or changing the world, this colourful deck of inspiring words and motivational quotes will help you conquer any doubts and setbacks, making it the perfect companion on your quest to greater resilience and unshakeable confidence. These eye-catching cards and pocket-size booklet come complete with a beautiful wooden stand so that you can display them anywhere you choose. For a powerful boost of self-belief, use these reminders to brighten up your room, your desk or wherever else you like. Simply pick a card, and let it fill you with inner strength! These stirring thoughts are sure to energize your outlook and set you on your way to achieving your ambitions. Stay fearless - because you got this!

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An easy to understand and practical guide to healthy living for the body and mind using the ancient Indian art of Ayurveda. This colourful and engaging book includes practical lifestyle tips, delicious recipes, simple meditation practices, straightforward cleansing and fasting plans and much more. Choose what feel right for you right now, take a section at a time, or go for the whole lifestyle transformation. Whatever you prefer to do this guide will support and inform you upon your wellness journey.

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WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERReinvention is ready when you are In The Reinvention Formula: How to Unlock a Bulletproof Mindset to Upgrade Your Life, accomplished speaker and performance coach Craig Siegel walks you through the exciting process of fundamentally redefining your identity and how you choose to show up in the world. In the book, you’ll find a new level of clarity, feel more worthy, learn to grow from failure and pivot successfully, find what sets your soul on fire, and commit to changing the course of your life and finding the fulfilment you’ve been missing. The author explores lasting lessons, stories, and strategies drawn from his popular The CLS Experience podcast where he has interviewed countless celebrities, athletes, thought leaders, and bestselling authors. The material within is raw, real, and relatable to anyone, from any background, and in any industry. You’ll also find: Strategies for eliminating negative, unproductive thoughts and replacing them with constructive new beliefs that drive incredible results in your personal and professional lives Ways to balance making an impact, earning a lucrative living, and cultivating a new mindset Methods for reimagining how you present yourself to other people The Reinvention Formula is a step-by-step walkthrough for anyone ready to put in the effort to completely reimagine how they relate to the world around them.

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From the bestselling author of This Naked Mind It’s YOUR body It’s YOUR mind It’s YOUR choice There are a million reasons to drink. It tastes great. You feel alive. It helps you relax. But are you really in control? The Alcohol Experiment shows a new way of thinking and offers a 30-day programme with a difference. It asks you to look closer at why you drink, what you get out of it and whether it’s really the alcohol that’s giving you what you want. From the bestselling author of This Naked Mind, Annie Grace gives you the tools to take control of your drinking for good.

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A timely guidebook for discovering the massive drive already existing within you and just waiting to be assembled—from the host of the top-rated “Self-Helpful” podcastThere’s a widespread yet ultimately disheartening belief that some people are just naturally driven towards success, while others are not. The truth is everyone has all the drive they need waiting inside them. What’s missing is knowing exactly how to reveal and unleash it. Additionally, many believe that drive alone is all you need to find joy and success. This could not be further from the truth. What Drives You reveals exactly you need to know about the realities of drive including how to discover your unique drive and use it to accelerate growth, achievement, and fulfillment in work and life.What Drives You walks you through the seven key areas of life fulfillment–not only in relationships and careers, but also in achievements, money, personal well-being, and more—all to discover and use the unique motivators that lead you to true joy and success, both professionally and personally. Drawing on the 200+ discussions Kevin D. Miller has conducted with today’s most renowned thought leaders on his “Self-Helpful” podcast, he guides you to identify the roadblocks that have held you back and kept you from reaching your true potential. He gives practical steps for finding the elements that create our unique brand of happiness, and how to use those discoveries so you can become not just a professional success, but an overall more joyful, authentically successful person.

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Embrace your inner child.Empower your inner parent.Befriend your inner critic.Are you ready to heal all parts of yourself?Meet your inner child – the part of your subconscious still holding the child within – and learn how to honour and heal them. Through quick, constructive exercises, inspirational quotes, journaling activities and reflective practices, this ten-step programme is the perfect tool for embracing your past, accepting your present and improving your future.

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Modern life is full of minor but acute dilemmas: we get stuck at a gathering with someone unusually boring and wonder how to move on without causing offence; in the course of introducing one friend to another, we realise that we have forgotten one of the party’s names; we run into an ex while on an early date with a new partner; we spill red wine across a host’s sofa... Such dilemmas might – at one level – seem desperately insignificant. But they actually belong to some of the largest and most serious themes in social existence: how can you pursue our own agenda for happiness while at the same time honouring the sensitivities and wishes of others; how can you convey goodwill with sincerity; how can you be kind without being supine or sentimental? These dilemmas were once covered by books on etiquette or manners. The modern age often doesn’t seem to value manners, equating them with an old fashioned stuffiness, instead we are advised to communicate our feelings and tell it the way it really is. But the result, in practice, is that we are often confused as to how to act around others and discharge our obligations to them. This book puts good manners back at the centre our lives. It features twenty case-studies on common social dilemmas and our possible responses to them, contributing to a new and original philosophy of graceful conduct. Manners are far from negligible fancies; they stand at the day-to-day end of a hugely grand and dignified mission which The School of Life is committed to: the creation of a kinder and more considerate world.

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Simple and accessible strategies to build personal wealth and improve your life In Close Your Wealth Gap: Financial Lessons to Upgrade Your Life, veteran wealth manager Rob Luna delivers a collection of actionable lessons you can implement immediately to ensure you make the most of the money you make and retire comfortably. You’ll learn everything you need to know about generating personal wealth, from how to understand balance sheets and cash flow statements to constructing a personal portfolio that effectively balances risk and potential reward. The author explains the basics of maximizing your income with side hustles and passive income while, at the same time, increasing the impact of every dollar you earn. You’ll also find: Action plans for every stage of your life, including ways to prepare your children for a lifetime of financial independence and security Explanations of the difference between qualified and non-qualified accounts Strategies for avoiding “bad debt” while intelligently incurring—when necessary—good debt Perfect for young professionals, people with new families, and anyone else with a desire to live well and retire rich, Close Your Wealth Gap is an indispensable recipe for financial security that belongs on the bookshelves of people everywhere.

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How to find clarity amid the turbulence of work and lifeWe all wish we had more time to pause and reflect about small decisions and big goals—and everything in between. But since we live and work in a vortex of tasks, meetings, decisions, and responsibilities, we rarely get the chance to step back.In this practical guide, bestselling author and Harvard Business School professor Joseph Badaracco argues that you don't need long periods of solitude and tranquility to reflect well. In fact, reflection can take place in the cracks and crevices of your very busy life, and these moments can help you understand your feelings, look at problems from different perspectives, focus on what really matters, and, ultimately, lead a better life.Building on candid interviews with over a hundred executives and professionals, as well as on the classic works of Marcus Aurelius, Michel de Montaigne, and Ignatius of Loyola, Badaracco offers simple, customizable principles and ideas for reflection that lend a gentle discipline to an otherwise nebulous process.Concise, smart, and pragmatic, Step Back is the guide you need to make reflection a positive force in your work and life.

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Feeling crappy? Wanna be happier? Wanna up your game? Happy AF is your comprehensive roadmap for happiness. Drawing heavily from neuroscience, positive psychology, and behavioral science, the straightforward strategies and exercises in this how-to guide will teach you how to strengthen your happiness muscle and live up to your greatest potential. Happiness junky Beth Romero serves up a life-affirming parable laced with contextual how-tos—all backed by clinical research—in fresh, insightful, and accessible language you can relate to. Kinda like your best friend giving it to you straight (with love) over cocktails. In this book, you will discover: * the art of letting go * proven ways to jiu-jitsu your negative thoughts to transform your life * how goals, vision, purpose are the stepping-stones to greatness * the importance of gratitude and grace in your happiness journey * the scientific link between sleep, morning routines, diet, and exercise on your mental well-being * and much, much more! Happiness is a choice—and it’s within your reach. If you do the work. If you believe. Much like Dorothy with her ruby slippers, the power is always within you . . . just waiting for you to access it. So get ready to click your Manolos, Dr. Martens, or Adidas and find your happy place.

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'Her brilliant, accessible illustrations bring understanding to all the tricks and twists of our complicated brains.' - Nell Frizzell*This box may not contain band aids or antiseptic wipes but it is ready to deliver some urgent care to your brain.*Just like the first aid kit in your glove box or bathroom cabinet, the Emotional First Aid Kit is full of practical tools for looking after yourself and the people you love. Each card focuses on a different topic of mental and emotional wellbeing; with an illustration to help visualize how your brain works, and a practical exercise to restore balance and self-compassion.Either read them at random, using the cards to pay attention to your inner thoughts and feelings, or focus on specific cards that you identify with - no matter your approach these cards will allow you to better understand how your mind works, and help you develop positive coping strategies.'In a world of white noise it is often hard to hear - or even find - the mental health support you need. Emma has a unique way of cutting through to the heart of the issues we all face day-in-day-out.' - Anna Whitehouse'Emma helped me understand my own thoughts.' - Emma Gannon'Emma is relatable, practical and knowledgeable.' - Gemma Bray'Emma has an amazing talent for making evidence-based psychology easy to understand and simple to put into practice.' - Dr Jessamy Hibberd

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How do you make your dream job a reality? I have given career advice to thousands of aspiring sports and entertainment industry executives. I’ve been asked what makes you stand out? How do you impress when you don’t have anything particularly special to say? And why does no one respond to your emails? I have distilled everything I know into Build the Invisible, an accessible guide that outlines my philosophy and shows how investing in yourself – building your invisible foundations – leads to a successful and fulfilling career. I interviewed over 40 high-achieving business people about how they landed their current positions. And blending their experiences with my own insights, I created a roadmap that will get you to where you want to be.

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From Jill Stark, bestselling author of Happy Never After, comes this warm and practical book of tips and wisdom to help guide you through the tough times. This is a self-care manual for the days when you feel alone — the days when you worry that you’re too weird or broken or unfixable to be normal. With compassion, humour, and honesty, Jill offers signposts to help you find the path back to yourself. Whether you’re having a bad day, or a run of bad days that seems never-ending, When You’re Not OK is an emotional first-aid kit for your body, mind, and soul, written by someone who’s been there too.

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'A groundbreaking analysis of what used to be an impenetrable mystery: how and why do cultures differ? ... Anyone interested in our cultural divides will find tremendous insight in Rule Makers, Rule Breakers' - Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of Enlightenment NowWhy are clocks in Germany always correct, while those in Brazil are frequently wrong? Why are Singaporeans jailed for selling gum? Why do women in New Zealand have three times the sex of females worldwide? Why was the Daimler-Chrysler merger ill-fated from the start? And why does each generation of Americans give their kids weirder and weirder names? Curious about the answers to these and other questions, award-winning social psychologist Michele Gelfand has spent two decades studying both tight societies (with clearly stated rules and codes of ethics) and loose societies (more informal communities with weak or ambiguous norms). Putting each under the microscope, she conducted research in more than fifty countries and collaborated with political scientists, neuroscientists, computer scientists, anthropologists, and archaeologists. Her fascinating conclusion: behaviour seems largely dependent on perceived threats. It's why certain nations seem predisposed to tangle with others; some American states identify as "Red" and others as "Blue"; and those attending a sports contest, health club, or school function behave in prescribed ways. Rule Makers, Rule Breakers reveals how to predict national variations around the globe, why some leaders innovate and others don't, and even how a tight vs. loose system can determine happiness. Consistently riveting and always illuminating, Michele Gelfand's book helps us understand how a single cultural trait dramatically affects even the smallest aspects of our lives.'Fascinating and profound...It's quite possibly this year's best book on culture' - Roy F. Baumeister, bestselling co-author of Willpower and author of The Cultural Animal'This brilliant book is full of well-documented insights that will change the way you look at yourself and at the world around you' - Barry Schwartz, bestselling author of The Paradox of Choice, Practical Wisdom, and Why We Work

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If you're feeling overwhelmed, pressured, anxious and disconnected, this book will change your life, one mindful step at a time. A guide from a popular podcaster to de-stressing and becoming happier by becoming more mindful in your everyday life. Learn why it's vital to prioritise self-care, wellbeing and mental health. Discover effective and practical mindfulness and meditation strategies and learn to apply them in all life areas, including work, relationships and self-care. Learn skills to increase resilience and improve wellbeing throughout their lives. Be encouraged and inspired to create an ongoing mindfulness practice.

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Tips and tricks to cut down your to-do list and avoid procrastination Are you prone to delaying all those projects you need to complete? Is that checklist getting just a little too daunting? Don’t get sucked into the spiral of procrastination! Start checking off that to-do list with Monotasking! In this simple, easy-to-follow book, author Staffan Nöteberg shares his effective and powerful monotasking method to help you strengthen your self-control and improve your focus on those daily tasks. No more delaying the inevitable. Sure, you’d rather be reading that new book or watching the game, but those things need to get done! And you know you’ll have a much better time if you don’t have your to-do list looming over you! In just six chapters, you will be up and eagerly completing all those chores—even the ones that you hate! These chapters detail easy steps to improving your “get up and go” and clearing off that chore list. They include: Cut to-do tasks Focus on one thing Never delay Work step-by-step Simplify collaboration Recharge your creativity With clear, step-by-step instructions and advice, you’ll have that to-do list checked off in no time. Also, not only will this guide help you cut down on your to-do list, but the lessons you learn will help improve your focus, which leads to better brain health and a happier life. Procrastination will be a thing of the past! You’ll be enjoying your free time (and your healthier brain) faster than you can say Monotasking!

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