Self Help & Mindfulness Books

Book SynopsisWith a new foreword by Ken BlanchardA straightforward and snappy guide to successful customer service from the author of the bestselling The One Minute Manager.Raving Fans, in a nutshell, is the advice given to a new Area Manager on his first day in an extraordinary business book that will help everyone, in every kind of organisation or business, deliver stunning customer service and achieve miraculous bottom-line results.Raving Fans is written in the parable style of The One Minute Manager and uses a brilliantly simple and charming story to teach how to define a vision, learn what a customer really wants, institute effective systems, and make Raving Fan Service a constant feature not just a passing fad.Business is in the midst of a service crisis that has left millions of disillusioned customers in its wake. Raving Fans includes startling new tips and innovative techniques that can help anyone create a revolution in any workplace and turn their customers into raving, spending fans.

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Book Synopsis'Part memoir, part hugely entertaining self-help manual for these tough times' Roger Alton, Daily Mail'A bona fide badass' The Sunday TimesFormer Secret Service Special Agent Evy Poumpouras shares the insights and skills from one of the oldest elite security forces in the world - to help you prepare for stressful situations, instantly read people, influence how you're perceived, and live a more fearless life.From gruelling training to clandestine interrogation rooms, to protecting the President of the United States of America, Evy shares rare behind-the-scenes glimpses while also exploring the psychology of human behaviour and the strategies used by the best negotiators. Evy demonstrates how we can learn from these experiences to heighten our own natural instincts to detect BS, develop grit and become the most resilient and powerful version of ourselves.Becoming Bulletproof is a timely guide to empowerment, mental strength, and overcoming fear and abuse - a guide to becoming bulletproof.Trade Review'Part memoir, part hugely entertaining self-help manual for these tough times' -- Roger Alton, Daily MailA bona fide badass * The Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisOliver Ninoan entrepreneur, author, energy healer, and spiritual activation expertis the creator of Geo Love Healing, an online company designed to help individuals master their energy, unblock themselves, and become healers.Oliver has performed over 20,000+ healing sessions and has trained 5,000 people from 50+ countries in his energy healing methodology. In testimonials, clients state that they have progressed more from just one healing session or his 30-day program than from decades of therapy and personal development.A highly esteemed energy healing expert, Oliver and his brand have amassed a loyal, global following including many celebrity clients.www.spiritualactivator.com

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Book SynopsisNLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) has already helped millions of people overcome fears, increase confidence, enrich relationships, and achieve greater success. This book leads you through dozens of discoveries-revelations of NLP practice that enable you to explore your own personal thinking patterns, to manage them-and to transform them.

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Book SynopsisA collection of lessons and personal anecdotes that have shaped four star-general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell's legendary career in public service. It focuses on Powell's "13 Rules", notes he accumulated on his desk that are the basis for his leadership presentations throughout the world.Trade Review"An entertaining read from a charming, accomplished man... A delightful book." -- The Washington Times

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This parenting book actually made me a better parent." —Lydia Kiesling, The New York Times“Will bring about more cooperation from children than all the yelling and pleading in the world.” –Christian Science Monitor“An excellent book that’s applicable to any relationship.” –Washington Post“Practical, sensible, lucid…the approaches Faber and Mazlish lay out are so logical you wonder why you read them with such a burst of discovery.” –Family Journal“An exceptional work, not simply just another ‘how to’ book…All parents can use these methods to improve the everyday quality of t heir relationships with their children.” –Fort Worth Star Telegram

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Book Synopsis Creative Visualization is the art of using mental imagery and affirmation to produce positive changes in your life. It is being successfully used in the fields of health, business, the creative arts, and sports, and in fact can have an impact in every area of your life. With more than seven million copies sold worldwide, this pioneering bestseller and perennial favorite helped launch a new movement in personal growth when it was first published.This classic guide is filled with meditations, exercises, and techniques that can help you to use the power of your imagination to create what you want in your life, change negative habit patterns, improve self-esteem, reach career goals, increase prosperity, develop creativity, increase vitality, improve your health, experience deep relaxation, and much more. This book can help you to increase your personal mastery of life.

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Book Synopsis'I've long wished perfumery to be taken seriously as an art, and for scent critics to be as fierce as opera critics, and for the wearers of certain "fragrances" to be hissed in public, while others are cheered. This year has brought Perfumes: The Guide by Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez, which I breathed in, rather than read, in one delighted gulp.' Hilary Mantel, Guardian Perfumes: The Guide is the culmination of Turin's lifelong obsession and rare scientific flair and Sanchez's stylish and devoted blogging about every scent that she's ever loved and loathed. Together they make a fine and utterly persuasive argument for the unrecognised craft of perfume-making. Perfume writing has certainly never been this honest, compelling or downright entertaining.Trade ReviewAs scintillating as it is comprehensive...this pungent, entrancing book is a wake up call for the nostrils. * The Independent *An unexpected classic of criticism -- Philip Hensher * Spectator (Books of the Year) *If you are at all interested in perfume, one of life's greatest sensual pleasures, this is an essential possession -- David Sexton * Evening Standard *This husband-and-wife team has produced a work of perfume criticism that is as gripping as any thriller. -- Jan Moir * Daily Mail *I loved it and bought it for all my friends. I have to say that this is certainly my favourite non-fiction book ever and is very likely my favourite book of all time! If I had to take only one book with me onto a desert island for an indefinite time, it would be this one. * Joanne Harris - author of 'Chocolat' *The perfect gift for the scent addict in your life...witty and informative - and, occasionally, deliciously bitchy. * The Times *Brilliant writing... I shall now spray on my favourite scents in quite a different frame of mind! -- Joanna Trollope * By email *hugely engrossing...the writing is brilliant...gorgeous. * Evening Standard *Lyrical and acerbically witty compendium. * The Times *From riotous one-liners to elaborate reviews, fragrance experts Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez have written an authoritative guide to the best and worst scents. * Daily Express *It's a great book because it brilliantly combines technical knowledge with evocative, poetic and often laugh-out-loud-funny prose to provide incisive, vivid and honest criticism of all perfumes - from the 'staggeringly bad' to the 'deeply divine'. If you want to open your mind to the intricacies of scent - and enjoy a brilliant, entertaining read along the way - I can't recommend it enough. * Elle *consistently entertaining...scathingly inventive bitchiness. * Sunday Business Post *astonishingly brilliant and witty companion to all things fragrant. * Spectator *dazzlingly comprehensive compendium...the writing is the olfactory equivalent of mouthwatering. * Observer *genuinely wonderful...the authors's sense of smell is amazing. * Daily Telegraph *I was fascinated... a description of every perfume known to man, which sounds peculiar, but is mesmeric. -- William Leith * Evening Standard (Books of the year) *a staggeringly complete compilation of perfume reviews...ridiculously entertaining. * Daily Mail *For any fragrance fanatic...an indispensable beauty bible. * Norwich Evening News *Highly entertaining critique which had me both fascinated and laughing out loud in equal measure... addictive and informative. -- Phyl Clarke * Irish Times *It's scents-sational! -- Rochelle Warner * Fabulous.co.uk *A wise investment and an addictive read. -- Gillian Nelis * Sunday Business Post *The authors' evocative and vivid writing style convinces us that perfume isn't a science but an art. Never again will you be able to walk past a perfume counter with quite the same nonchalance... if you have a nose for a good book, buy this one. -- Anita Sethi * Independent on Sunday *They're funny, bizarre, weird, hilarious writers. -- Alex Heminsley * BBC Radio 2 *It's an eau-de-must-have. If it came in a bottle we'd wear it. * The City Weekly Magazine (Australia) *As riveting as a novel and as therapeutic as a recipe book. -- Jan Masters * Reader's Digest *

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Book Synopsis**A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**We've all been on promising dates that left us feeling worse in the long run, suffered from breakups we might have mishandled, or stayed in relationships which should have worked but didn't. So what are we missing? Don't panic! Toni Tone is here to give the big sister advice we all need: discovering what we want from a connection, flourishing through heartbreak, and learning the vital importance of difficult conversations for growth and self-respect. Speaking from a place of experience and empathy, she talks through the value of intuition, asking questions, and taking responsibility for the choices we make, offering practical, simple advice to improve any relationship, and insight into our own behaviours.From comfort zones and goal setting to healthy boundaries and keeping yourself centred, Toni offers the loving, healing and authentic common sense lessons that aren't so common.It may just change your life.Trade Review‘Relatable and insightful…Tone’s approach could be characterised as crisp but kind, with a writing style that is eminently accessible and inclusive, providing just the kind of big-sisterly feel she originally aspired to.’CAROLINE SANDERSON, THE BOOKSELLER ‘This book is scarily accurate. There were so many times where I was adamant that Toni was talking specifically to and about me. I can see identical versions of my friends and I in every single lesson, there were so many points where I literally wanted to screenshot a whole page, send it to my friend and say "LOOOOOOOOOK IT'S YOU!” Spoiler alert: Everyone I know is getting a copy of this book for their next birthday.’JULIE ADENUGA, BROADCASTER and CULTURAL CURATOR

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Book SynopsisToxic thoughts, depression, anxiety--our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. There's hope and help available to us--and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you think. Backed by clinical research and illustrated with compelling case studies, Dr. Caroline Leaf provides a scientifically proven five-step plan to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health. In just 21 days, you can start to clean up your mental mess and be on the road to wholeness, peace, and happiness.

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Book SynopsisHow to Find Love explains why we have the 'types' we do - and how our early experiences give us scripts of how and whom we can love. The book provides a crucial set of ideas to help us make safer, more imaginative and more effective choices in love.

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Book SynopsisOne of the leading members of the positive psychology movement draws on cutting-edge research and lab-tested tools to explain: • Why positivity is more important than happiness • How it relieves depression, broadens minds, and builds lives • How to tap into your own sources of positivity With Positivity, you’ll learn to see new possibilities, bounce back from setbacks, connect with others, and become the best version of yourself.Trade Review"Fredrickson, one of the pioneers of [positive psychology] knows her stuff. She is a sure-footed and compassionate guide to [this field's] many findings. Indeed, the best nuggets stem from [her] own work into what she calls the 'broaden-and-build theory'." * Washington Post *Positive psychology was introduced as a concept about ten years ago by Martin Seligman; the field studies topics like happiness, satisfaction, and hope. Fredrickson (psychology, Univ. of North Carolina), who has spent her career studying positive emotions, has written a self-help book instructing readers how to put positivity into their lives. She describes how this will unlock their creativity, improve their ability to savor the world's pleasures, and increase satisfaction with their lives and relationships. Fredrickson pinpoints a three-to-one ratio of positive to negative emotions as the key to maximum achievement. She lists ten forms of positivity and helps readers calculate and track their positivity ratios. A few strong sections feature useful advice in this rather frothy but entertaining self-help work. Readers looking for a more scholarly but readable book on positive psychology will enjoy Daniel Nettle's Happiness: The Science Behind Your Smile. Suitable for public libraries with large self-help collections. * Library Journal *"Positive psychology pioneer Fredrickson introduces readers to the power of harnessing happiness to transform their lives, backed up by impressive lab research ... Her arguments and additional online resources (www.positivityratio.com) offer readers a chance to experiment with positivity and very possibly lead richer lives." * Publishers Weekly *"Fredrickson, one of the pioneers of [positive psychology] knows her stuff. She is a sure-footed and compassionate guide to [this field's] many findings. Indeed, the best nuggets stem from [her] own work into what she calls the 'broaden-and-build theory'." * Washington Post *"Positive psychology pioneer Fredrickson introduces readers to the power of harnessing happiness to transform their lives, backed up by impressive lab research ... Her arguments and additional online resources (www.positivityratio.com) offer readers a chance to experiment with positivity and very possibly lead richer lives." * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis'Made us giggle and helped us forge a much deeper connection with our friends and family with ADHD. A godsend!' - Davina McCall & Michael Douglas_____________________________________If you have ADHD - or love somebody who does - DIRTY LAUNDRY will change your life, and your relationships.Do you feel crippling shame because you struggle with cleaning, personal hygiene, or time-keeping? Do you always feel misunderstood by the people close to you and find that they get frustrated by your behaviour?DIRTY LAUNDRY is an unfiltered look into the chaos of real life with ADHD. It will transform your self-hatred into self-acceptance, with simple tips that actually work for your brain. It will also help to educate partners, parents and friends, to help them move from frustration to patience, understanding - and love.Learn how to:- Stop believing you are fundamentally broken- Stop judging yourself by the standards of a neurotypical world- Communicate your struggles to those who love you- Support someone with ADHD in ways that work for them- Be compassionate rather than judgemental ...and much more.From the husband-and-wife team behind social media phenomenon @ADHD_Love, whose viral videos have been viewed more than 200 million times, comes a fearless, often outrageously funny, account of life, learning, and growing with ADHD. They share the strategies they have used to reduce shame, improve communication, and find happiness in their neurodivergent household.Filled with heartbreak and humour in equal measure, DIRTY LAUNDRY is an invaluable resource both for neurodivergents and the people who love them.Trade ReviewMade us giggle and helped us forge a much deeper connection with our friends and family with ADHD. A godsend! * Davina McCall & Michael Douglas *

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Book SynopsisThe Happiness Year encourages you to explore different ways of discovering happiness through each season and shows you how to nurture this in your everyday life. Seasons tend to be associated with certain behaviours: spring with hope, summer with sociable relaxation, autumn with harvesting, winter with hibernating. The Happiness Year features a host of tips and exercises to encourage you to break away from certain patterns, including mindful breathing and meditation exercises to help you recharge and reflect, as well as simple projects and seasonal affirmations. This uplifting book is for anyone seeking joy and wanting to explore the true meaning of happiness.

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Book SynopsisTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLEREnd the struggle, speak up for what you need, and experience the freedom of being truly yourself.Healthy boundaries. We all know we should have them in order to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family. But what do healthy boundaries really mean - and how can we successfully express our needs, say no, and be assertive without offending others?Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today''s world. In a relatable and inclusive tone, Set Boundaries, Find Peace presents simple-yet-powerful ways to establish healthy boundaries in all aspects of life. Rooted in the latest research and best practices used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), these techniques help us identify and express our needs clearly anTrade ReviewThis is the boundary bible. Nedra teaches us not only how to set healthy boundaries but to be clear about our feelings and intentions. Finding peace requires showing up - Nedra has written the blueprint on how to not only show up but also, do the work -- Alexandra Elle, author of AFTER THE RAINIf you want the most comprehensive, relevant, and relatable guide to setting boundaries, speaking your needs, and living a more peaceful life, Nedra Tawwab's book on boundaries is for you -- Sheleana Aiyana, author and founder of RISING WOMANThe book on boundaries we've all been waiting for! Nedra Tawwab offers clarity and direction with grace and compassion on a topic often discussed but rarely integrated. If you're ready to live in alignment and shift your relationship with self and others, Set Boundaries, Find Peace is your next must read -- Vienna Pharaon, LMFT, founder of Mindful Marriage & Family TherapySet Boundaries, Find Peace breaks down the what, why, and how of boundaries in a clear and compassionate way, leaving you confident, empowered, and prepared to tackle those tough conversations -- Melissa Urban, co-founder and CEO of Whole30Without healthy boundaries, we aren't able to fully live the life we want to live. This empowering book provides a powerful roadmap for establishing expectations and personal limits so that you can live your life with the safety, respect, and self-actualization that you deserve -- Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D., host of The Psychology Podcast and author of TRANSCENDSet Boundaries, Find Peace is a down-to-earth and practical guide on fully realizing your potential and giving yourself the freedom you deserve by clearly setting healthy boundaries in your personal and professional life, friendships, and relationships. Eye-opening and thoroughly engaging -- Myleik Teele, CURLBOX founderFull of lots of useful tips, and rooted in the latest research and best practices used in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), this book is perfect for anyone who wants to make a change to the way they navigate the world and define their place in it. * Stylist Magazine Online *

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Book SynopsisA guide to identifying, nurturing and growing our insight and creativity for more effective thinking. We know that our minds are capable of great things because, every now and then, they come out with a very brilliant idea or two. However, our minds are also tantalisingly unpredictable, spending worryingly large stretches of time idling or distracting themselves. This is a book about how to optimise these beautiful yet fitful instruments so that they can more regularly and generously produce the sort of insights and ideas we need to fulfil our potential – and achieve the contentment we deserve. We learn – among other things – how to grasp fragile and flighty thoughts before they disappear through anxiety and fear, at what times of day to try to work and for how long, how to make use of our boredom and instincts – and how to overcome timid and predictable approaches to the largest problems.

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTELLERUtterly brilliant. We all need to read this book' CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN''Patrick's book is fascinating and sobering and makes a compelling argument for going back to basics' JOE LYCETTWe used to care a lot about our clothes. We didn't have many but those we had were important to us. We'd cherish them, repair them and pass them on. And making them provided fulfilling work for millions of skilled people locally. ?Today the average person has nearly five times as many clothes as they did just 50 years ago. Last year, 100 billion garments were produced worldwide, most made from oil, 30% of which were not even sold, and the equivalent of one bin lorry full of clothing is dumped in landfill or burned every single second. Our wardrobes are full to bursting with clothes we never wear so why do we keep buying more?In this passionate and revealing book about loving clothes but despairing of a broken global system Patrick Grant considers the crisis of consumption and quality in fashion, and how we might make ourselves happier by rediscovering the joy of living with fewer, better-quality things.Weaving in his personal journey through fashion, clothing and the other everyday objects in his life, this is a book that celebrates craftsmanship, making things with care, buying things with thought and valuing everything we own. It explains how rethinking our relationship with clothing could kickstart a thriving new local economy bringing prosperity and hope back to places in our country that have lost out to globalisation, offshore manufacturing and to the madness of price and quantity being the only things that matter.''Presents a new way of thinking about the things we buy'' KEITH BRYMER-JONES

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Book Synopsis'A fascinating tour around the world of hidden signals and communication by Sweden's foremost mentalist. Use this wisely!' - Derren BrownLearning to mind read isn't as out there as it may sound. In every interaction we have, we give away a range of non-verbal signals, often more powerful than the words we say.The Art of Reading Minds teaches you how to influence others, bringing them round to your way of thinking. Rooted in cognitive psychology, Henrik Fexeus explains how readers can find out what another person feels - and consequently control that individual's thoughts and beliefs.Short, snappy chapters cover subjects like:Contradictory signs and what they meanHow you flirt with people without even knowing it Methods of suggestion and undetectable influenceHow to plant and trigger emotional states Fexeus offers practical tips to master the art of persuasion, which will boost your confidence both in personal and professional settings. Simple exercises throughout the book will heighten your self-awareness, revealing how you are perceived by others. Whether you want to get a promotion, negotiate a pay rise, network like a pro, find romance or spot when someone is lying, The Art of Reading Minds shows you how to uncover what people are really saying.'If you ever wanted to know how a mentalist can tell what is in your mind, then this is the book for you.' - Joe Navarro, author of the international bestseller What Every Body is SayingTrade Review'If you ever wanted to know how a mentalist can tell what is in your mind, then this is the book for you.' - Joe Navarro, author of the international bestseller What Every BODY is Saying'If you ever wanted to know how a mentalist can tell what is in your mind, then this is the book for you.' - Joe Navarro, author of the international bestseller What Every BODY is SayingA fascinating tour around the world of hidden signals and communication by Sweden's foremost mentalist. Use this wisely! - Derren BrownA fascinating tour around the world of hidden signals and communication by Sweden's foremost mentalist. Use this wisely! - Derren Brown

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Book SynopsisIf you want to know your Freud from your Jung and your Milgram from your Maslow, strap in for this whirlwind tour of the highlights of psychology. Including accessible primers on: The early thinkers who contributed to psychological ideas and the birth of modern psychology Famous (and often controversial) experiments and their repercussions What psychology can teach us about memory, language, conformity, reasoning and emotions The ethics of psychological studies Recent developments in the modern fields of evolutionary and cyber psychology. This illuminating little book will introduce you to the key thinkers, themes and theories you need to know to understand how the study of mind and behaviour has sculpted the world we live in and the way we think today.

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Book SynopsisSimple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth. This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that have a massive positive environmental impact.In Clean & Green, Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author Nancy Birtwhistle shares the simple recipes and methods she has developed since making a conscious effort to live more sustainably, many of which are faster and easier than the go-to products and methods most of us use now.From everyday cleaning and laundry tips to zero-effort oven cleaner and guidance on removing tricky stains from clothing and furniture, these economical, practical methods are perfect for anyone looking to reduce their use of plastic and throwaway products.Nancy shares her tried-and-tested recipes for all-purpose cleaners, replacements for harmful chemicals that will keep both your home and the planet clean and green for future generations.'The book I’ve waited all my life for' – Kirstie AllsoppThis paperback edition includes ten extra tips.Trade ReviewPacked with advice and ingenious tricks * Guardian *The book I’ve waited all my life for. -- Kirstie AllsoppNancy’s enthusiasm and energy shine through. I love her holistic approach to cleaning and can honestly say I have learned loads from this book! -- Aggie MacKenzie, Co-presenter, C4’s How Clean is Your House?From baking, to gardening, to organization, resourcefulness, and just her incredible energy . . . she creates art out of everything in her life, and takes so much joy in the process. -- Jonathan Van Ness, Queer EyePraise for Sizzle & Drizzle: Worthy of a Paul Hollywood handshake. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisThis curated selection of the most beloved illustrations from the wildly popular Worry Lines Instagram account is the perfect gift for a friend, family member, or anyone who may need a reminder that it’s OK not to be perfect. Worry Lines creates illustrations that feel like a big hug from an old friend. From lighthearted explorations of anxiety, heartwarming comics about love, and heartfelt tributes to the power of potatoes, these simple yet emotionally complex comics are deeply relatable, witty, and wise. Artful, funny, and endlessly sweet, “You’re Doing Really Well Given the Circumstances” is a hopeful tonic for troubled times. 

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Book SynopsisA year-long journey into peace and self-acceptance guided by bestselling poet r.h. Sin.The Year of Letting Go: 365 Days Pursuing Emotional Freedom is a collection of 365 affirmations and quotes that explore themes of moving on and letting go—whether from toxic family, unhealthy friendships, or broken romantic relationships—on the journey to emotional freedom. Each day will include additional insight and encouragement from r.h. Sin that will inspire readers to put distance between themselves and everything that may be standing in their way of peace.   A must-have for anyone looking to let go, move forward, and become the most authentic and peace-filled version of themselves.

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Book SynopsisPeaks and Valleys is a story of a young man who lives unhappily in a valley until he meets an old man who lives on a peak, and it changes his work and life forever. Initially, the young man does not realize he is talking with one the most peaceful and successful people in the world. However, through a series of conversations and experiences that occur up on peaks and down in valleys, the young man comes to make some startling discoveries. Eventually, he comes to understand how he can use the old man's remarkable principles and practical tools in good and bad times and becomes more calm and successful himself. Now readers can take a similar journey through the story and use what you find to your advantage in your own work and life.

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Book SynopsisThis book is AMAZING!' MALCOLM GLADWELLIf you want to gain insight into the mind of great athletes, adventurers, and peak performers then prepare to be enthralled by Alex Hutchinson's Endure.' BEAR GRYLLSHow high or far or fast can humans go? And what about individual potential: what defines a person's limits? From running a two-hour marathon to summiting Mount Everest, we're fascinated by the extremes of human endurance, constantly testing both our physical and psychological limits.In Endure Alex Hutchinson, Ph.D., reveals why our individual limits may be determined as much by our head and heart, as by our muscles. He presents an overview of science's search for understanding human fatigue, from crude experiments with electricity and frogs' legs to sophisticated brain imaging technology. Going beyond the traditional mechanical view of human limits, he instead argues that a key element in endurance is how the brain responds to distress signalswhether heat, or cold, or muscles screamiTrade Review‘This book is AMAZING!’ — MALCOLM GLADWELL ‘If you want to gain insight into the mind of great athletes, adventurers, and peak performers then prepare to be enthralled by Alex Hutchinson’s Endure.’ –BEAR GRYLLS ‘Anyone who has ever felt exhausted, whether from heat or cold or altitude or pain or simply a loss of will, is going to find their own experience in this book.” — DAVID EPSTEIN, author of The Sports Gene An essential read for every endurance athlete.” — AMBY BURFOOT, 1968 Boston Marathon winner and editor of Runner's World Complete Book of Running ‘This is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to better to understand how our minds influence our ultimate performances.’ — TIM NOAKES, emeritus professor of exercise science at the University of Cape Town ‘An intelligent, exhaustively researched study.’ – The Times

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Book SynopsisLearn how to grow big veg with Gerald Stratford, the gardening grandad loved by over a quarter of a million fans on Twitter. I am very grateful for all the interest my wonderful friends and followers have taken in my gardening. Now, I hope this book gives you the motivation you need to get out in the garden. Cheers! - GERALDGerald''s book is packed with decades of gardening know-how and fully illustrated with photos from his Cotswolds garden. It includes a helpful month-by-month guide to sowing, planting and harvesting veg, as well as tips on how to grow Gerald''s speciality: really big veg. Full of encouragement and Gerald''s infectious enthusiasm, Big Veg makes an ideal companion for anyone keen to grow-your-own.Trade ReviewWonderful gardening book... an absolute must for the green-fingered * Woman's Weekly *The Vegetable King * Independent *The superstar of big veg * The Guardian *Gerald Stratford knows how to garden * The New York Times *The happiest man on Twitter * The Cut *

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Book SynopsisRecovery from nervous suffering through understanding nervous fatigue A new two-books-in-one edition which includes Peace from Nervous Suffering and More Help for your NervesDr Claire Weekes is acclaimed throughout the world for her work on nervous illness. This new edition of More Self Help for Your Nerves' also includes Peace from Nervous Suffering' together they forge an understanding of nervous illness and develop a recovery programme to instill confidence and happiness.As a companion to the international bestseller, Self Help for Your Nerves, this book offers hope and new levels of understanding to nervous fatigue Dr Weekes explores the common and almost inevitable patterns that can occur with nervous illness. She also looks at the commonest kind of nervous illness the anxiety state, or nervous breakdown. This book also looks at the problems of agoraphobia.Sufferers of nervous illness often become trapped in a cycle of suffering, Dr Claire Weekes shows how they can break this

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Through specific strategies for ending things well, Cloud advocates for powerful personal changes...and will give many readers the fresh start they crave." -- Publishers Weekly "If you're hesitant to pull the trigger when things obviously aren't working out, Henry Cloud's Necessary Endings may be the most important book you read all year." -- Dave Ramsey, New York Times bestselling author of The Total Money Makeover "Much of what we do each day is an unnecessary waste of time and energy. This book will challenge you put a stop to things that have been getting in your way for a long time." -- Tom Rath, bestselling author of Strengths-Based Leadership "Having written five books about the seasons of life, I can tell you that necessary endings are the hard part. Henry Cloud is a wise, experienced, and compassionate guide through these turbulent passages." -- Bob Buford, bestelling author of Halftime and Finishing Well; founder, Leadership Network

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Book SynopsisThis collection of essays proposes that we don't need perfection to be happy. So long as we enter our relationships in the right spirit, we have every chance of coping well enough with, and even delighting in, the inevitable and distinctive wrongness that lies in ourselves and our beloveds.

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Book Synopsis'I Had a Black Dog says with wit, insight, economy and complete understanding what other books take 300 pages to say. Brilliant and indispensable.' - Stephen Fry'Finally, a book about depression that isn't a prescriptive self-help manual. Johnston's deftly expresses how lonely and isolating depression can be for sufferers. Poignant and humorous in equal measure.' Sunday TimesThere are many different breeds of Black Dog affecting millions of people from all walks of life. The Black Dog is an equal opportunity mongrel.It was Winston Churchill who popularized the phrase Black Dog to describe the bouts of depression he experienced for much of his life.Matthew Johnstone, a sufferer himself, has written and illustrated this moving and uplifting insight into what it is like to have a Black Dog as a companion and how he learned to tame it and bring it to heel.Trade ReviewA beautiful book, worth owning for the author's illustrations alone. In 48 pages Matthew condenses insight, advice and inspiration. * Association of Pastoral Care for Mental Health Journal *Says with wit, insight, economy and complete understanding what other books take 300 pages to say. Brilliant and indispensable. * Stephen Fry *Finally, a book about depression that isn't a prescriptive self-help manual ... deftly expresses how lonely and isolating depression can be for sufferers. Poignant and humorous in equal measure. * Sunday Times Style Magazine *

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Book SynopsisREAD MAGNETIC AND SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS THIS NEW YEARUnlock the power of your subconscious mind with Rochelle Fox''s transformative guide. Reprogram your mind, attract abundance, and achieve a healthier life.----------------------------------------------------------------Do you feel you stuck and unable to manifest your goals?Does it seem like others know a secret to life that you don't?Do you wish for a fuller, more meaningful existence?The answer you're seeking isn't out there it's already within you.DISCOVER THE POWER OF THE SUBCONSCIOUS MINDInside you lies a limitless source of power that can help you achieve whatever you want your subconscious mind. When aligned, it becomes your greatest ally in creating abundance, opportunity, and inner peace. When blocked, it can sabotage your deepest desires without you even realizing it.REPROGRAM YOUR MIND FOR SUCCESS In this simple but life-changing guide, Rochelle Fox, meditation teacher and founder of global transformation school Mindspo, reveals how you can reprogram your subconscious mind to set yourself up for success and attract your dream reality.ATTRACT THE THINGS YOU DESIRE IN LIFEThis isn't just another self-help book. Magnetic is a practical blueprint for a new, more aligned way of being, and a healthier, wealthier, happier life. Transform your life and become the master of your own destiny.

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Book SynopsisHow do you lead a fulfilling life? That profound question animates this book of inspiration and insight from world-class business strategist and bestselling author of The Innovator's Dilemma, Clayton Christensen.After beating a heart attack, advanced-stage cancer and a stroke in three successive years, the world-renowned innovation expert and author of one of the best selling and most influential business books of all time The Innovator's Dilemma Clayton M. Christensen delivered a short but powerful speech to the Harvard Business School graduating class. He presented a set of personal guidelines that have helped him find meaning and happiness in his life a challenge even the brightest and most motivated of students find daunting.Akin to The Last Lecture in its revelatory perspective following life-altering events, that speech subsequently became a hugely popular article in the Harvard Business Review and is now a groundbreaking book, putting forth a series of questions and models for success that have long been applied in the world of business, but also can be used to find cogent answers to pressing life questions: How can I be sure that I'll find satisfaction in my career? How can I be sure that my relationships with my spouse, my family and my close friends become enduring sources of happiness? How can I avoid compromising my integrity (and stay out of jail)?How Will You Measure Your Life? is a highly original, surprising book from a singular business figure. It's a book sure to inspire and educate readers companies and individuals, students of business, mid-career professionals, and even parents the world over.Trade Review“If you're ready to get deep, real quick, you need to read Clay Christensen's new book, How Will You Measure Your Life?, co-written with James Allworth, a consultant and Harvard MBA, and Karen Dillon, former editor of the Harvard Business Review. It mixes tested business theories and a heap of common sense. It's one of the more surprisingly powerful books of personal philosophy of the 21st century.”Forbes “How Will You Measure Your Life? is an intriguing paradox. A self-help book that is not a self-help book, based on rigorous research but enlivened by anecdotes about the experiences of a man who is hailed as a model by his students. It neatly reverses the technique of those business bestsellers that use the lives and careers of great leaders – from Attila the Hun to General George Patton – to lay down timeless rules for corporate executives.”Financial Times “[A] highly engaging and intensely revealing work….Spiritual without being preachy, this work is especially relevant for young people embarking on their career, but also useful for anyone who wants to live a more meaningful life in accordance with their values.”Publishers Weekly “The book encapsulates Christensen’s best advice to keep high achievers from being disrupted in their own lives….[P]rovocative but reassuring: Peter Drucker meets Mitch Albom.” Bloomberg Businessweek Praise for The Innovator’s Dilemma: "Addresses a tough problem that most successful companies will face eventually. It's lucid, analytical-and scary."Dr. Andrew S. Grove, Chairman, Intel Corporation "The Innovator's Dilemma is absolutely brilliant. Clayton Christensen provides an insightful analysis of changing technology and its importance to a company's future success. I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in business or entrepreneurship."Michael R. Bloomberg, CEO and Founder, Bloomberg Financial Markets

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Book SynopsisThe legendary relationships guide that mothers recommend to their daughters, friends give as gifts and brothers steal from their sisters, MEN ARE FROM MARS AND WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS is inarguably the definitive book on having a happy relationship.Trade Review“Devoted readers praise Mr. Gray as the saviour of their marriages and his book as the brick that finally knocks some sense into their mates” Washington Times “When I was 21 and freshly dumped by Harry, my first really grown-up boyfriend, where did I turn but John Gray’s Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus? It was reassuring to know the reason I’d been dumped wasn’t because I was rubbish in bed” New Woman “Men Are From Mars and Women Are From Venus has shed light on countless relationship problems, offering an explanation for many social inequalities…a hot topic of debate in households and offices throughout the world” Eastern Daily Press

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Book SynopsisBreak the rules, not the fast with world-renowned biohacker andNew York Timesbestselling author Dave Asprey.For more than a decade, the Bulletproof founder Dave Asprey has shared his unique point of view and expertise to help fans become the best versions of themselves. From living longer to getting smarter, maximising performance to practising mindfulness, Dave's followers look to him for his take on the most effective techniques to become healthier and more powerful than most doctors think is possible.Asprey has been fasting for years, long before it gained widespread popularity, and if you're a fan of The Bulletproof Diet,you have been enjoying some of the benefits of Intermittent Fasting too.InFast This Way,Dave asks readers to forget everything they think they know about the ancient practice and takes them on a journey through cutting-edge science to examine the ways novice fasters and Intermittent Fasting loyalists can up-end their relationship with food and upgrade their fasting

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Book SynopsisCelebrating Fifty Years of Picador BooksIf a man has lost a leg or an eye, he knows he has lost a leg or an eye; but if he has lost a self – himself – he cannot know it, because he is no longer there to know it. In this extraordinary book, Dr. Oliver Sacks recounts the stories of patients struggling to adapt to often bizarre worlds of neurological disorder. Here are people who can no longer recognize everyday objects or those they love; who are stricken with violent tics or shout involuntary obscenities, and yet are gifted with unusually acute artistic or mathematical talents. If sometimes beyond our surface comprehension, these brilliant tales illuminate what it means to be human. A provocative exploration of the mysteries of the human mind, The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat is a million-copy bestseller by the twentieth century's greatest neurologist.Part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the best of modern literature.Trade ReviewA gripping journey into the recesses of the human mind * Daily Mail *Oliver Sacks has become the world's best-known neurologist. His case studies of broken minds offer brilliant insight into the mysteries of consciousness * Guardian *Populated by a cast as strange as that of the most fantastic fiction . . . Dr Sacks shows the awesome powers of our mind and just how delicately balanced they have to be * Sunday Times *Dr. Sacks's most absorbing book . . . His tales are so compelling [because] many of them serve as eerie metaphors not only for the condition of modern medicine but of modern man * New York Magazine *This book is for everybody who has felt from time to time that certain twinge of self-identity and sensed how easily, at any moment, one might lose it * The Times *A decidedly original approach . . . In addition to possessing the technical skills of a twentieth-century doctor, [Sacks] sees the human condition like a philosopher-poet. The resultant mixture is insightful, compassionate and moving . . . he recounts these histories with the lucidity and power of a gifted short-story writer . . . a masterpiece of clinical writing * New York Times *

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Book SynopsisIn the past and in present-day indigenous traditions, women have known that the womb houses the greatest power a woman possesses: the power to create on all levels. Utilised in the process of giving birth, this power of creation can, also, be tapped in the birth of projects, careers, personal healing, spirituality and relationships. However, because the womb stores the energetic imprint of every intimate encounter - loving or not - the creative voice of the womb is often muffled or absent altogether, affecting the emotional, mental and spiritual health of women and their relationships. Drawing on sacred traditions from ancient India, Tibet, Egypt, Gnostic Christianity and Judaism, the practice of womb wisdom empowers women to become aware of the intuitive voice of the womb outside of pregnancy and the moon cycle to unlock this potent inner source for creativity, birthing the new conscious children, spiritual growth and transformation not only for themselves,but, also, for their male partners. The authors include exercises to clear the past, release toxic emotions, open the womb's energetic pathways, activate the sacred sensual self, bring balance to relationships and harness creative potential. Including intimate, individual stories of women experiencing the opening of the womb, this book, also, explores the forgotten sacred sites of the womb around the world as well as how the womb's energies are crucial to birth a new civilisation in the spiritual shift of 2012. The accompanying 50-minute CD includes a soundscape to assist in the awakening of these creative forces.Trade Review“Womb Wisdom is a book that can reactivate the deep, inherent, often forgotten feminine power within us. Taking Tantra to the next level of unconditional love, appreciation, gratitude, and compassion for all beings, Womb Wisdom reveals the union of male and female through the greatest secret that women have: the womb. Woven within the pages is the intimate true-life account of how Anaiya opened the seven gates and five spirals that eventually led to the full opening of her womb. This book is a hands-on practical approach, packed with tools and ways to integrate this wisdom into your everyday lives. Womb Wisdom is a vital key to dissolving the problems in modern-day relationships and to entering the mystical chamber of the heart in union with the womb, in relationship. Women and men together as one!” * Margot Anand, author of The Art of Sexual Ecstasy *“Padma and Anaiya Aon Prakasha have written a beautiful book that teaches us how to listen to the ancient, creative messages hidden deep within the cyclical powers of the feminine soul. Womb Wisdom is a gift of reawakening at this crucial time of great shift upon our planet.” * Linda Star Wolf, author of Shamanic Breathwork: Journeying Beyond the Limits of the Self *“Womb Wisdom speaks to the soul of all women, revealing ancient teachings that every girl should receive prior to her emergence into womanhood. Through beautiful poetic writing, the authors describe how the womb not only births children but also a woman’s spiritual potential, personal healing, and the ability to relate at the deepest level of intimacy. Offering powerful healing meditations, this is an essential read.” * Christine Page, M.D., international speaker and author of 2012 and the Galactic Center: Return of th *“Womb Wisdom activates the spiritual knowledge of the sacred union of the Divine Feminine and Masculine within, catalyzing the birth of a harmonious and evolved consciousness. Through the body-based portal of the womb the reader is provided an invaluable opportunity to integrate shadow and light, access the voice of inner guidance, and emerge anew into divine wholeness.” * Danielle Rama Hoffman, author of The Temples of Light *“Womb Wisdom brings to the reader and world the hidden (but not secret) power of women, and in particular the womb. Not only is it a profoundly healing read, but it is a delightful read. The authors point to how we “hold the power to weave ourselves into the web of life” and give us the means to do so. This book offers ancient ways to heal the places within and without where we feel separate and divided. The womb, this book shows, holds wisdom for us all.” * Julie Tallard Johnson, author of Wheel of Initiation *Table of Contents Preface by Padma Aon Prakasha Preface by Anaiya Aon Prakasha Introduction Part One The First Spiral 1 Accessing and Healing Stored Unconscious Emotions Melting the Masks Womb Connection through the Moon Time Womb Connection through True Sexual Expression Healing the Broken Connections 2 The Importance of Right Relationships Keeping Your Boundaries Intact The Womb Mandala Releasing Sexual Energy from the Past Clearing the Heart Arc Line Balancing the Masculine and Feminine Aspects of Self The Never-Ending Spiral The Commitment Part Two The Second Spiral 3 The Flowering Womb Sensing from the Heart of the Womb The Voice of the Womb The Pulse of the Womb The Flow of the Womb 4 The Power of the Womb Dying into the Vortex of the Womb The Primal Force of the Womb The Birthing of Life and True Knowledge The Vitality of the Open Womb Breakthrough 5 Restoring the Sacredness of the Womb Listening to the Voice Within Naming the Womb The Placenta: Our First Cord of Connection Healing Our First Cord of Connection Part Three The Third Spiral 6 The Womb of All Attraction The Pathway through the Shadow Self The Meeting of Light and Dark The Open Womb The Seven Gates to the Grail Womb The Two Rivers Beginning the Journey Protecting the Open Womb The Manifestation of a New World through Passion and Detachment 7 The Web of Life The Connecting of Intuitive Songlines Gaia: Womb of the World and Gateway to the Divine A Mirror: Life in the Womb/Life in the World Birthing into Spirit Living From the Womb-Heart Complete Immersion: The Bridge to Full Empowerment The Importance of Gratitude and Beauty Part Four The Womb of Gaia and Its Guardians 8 Transcending the Self The Mystic’s Path Sacred Relationship The Voice of the First Woman Surrendering Into Nothingness The Fullness of Woman The Value of Conscious Union Connection as Protection Biological Changes and the Healing of the Womb The Womb of the World 9 Gateways to the Womb of the World Sacred Sites Across the Globe Vaishno Devi, India Avebury, England Rennes-le-Château, France The Church of Saint Sulpice, Paris, France The Central Coast of Australia Teotihuacan, Mexico Moray, Peru Isis Pyramid, Giza Plateau, Egypt Part Five Infinite Spaciousness 10 Pure Freedom and Continuous Expansion The Next Octave of Evolution The Interconnection of All of Life The Black Hole Creating through the Black Light Incubation/Germination Resurgence and Resurrection Darkness Healing The Black Sun 11 Birthing Out from the Womb The Beginning of Nothing The Ego Dies in the Womb The Rebirth of the Innocent A New Light Arising Galactic Womb Alignment Resurrection of Self in the Galactic Center 12 The End of the Game The State of Adulthood Attaining Self-Responsibility Shifting Into Awareness The Dissolution of Self The Idea of You Appendix Frequently Asked Questions Resources About the Womb Healings About the Retreats Acknowledgments Index

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Book Synopsis''The Bible of business and personal productivity'' Lifehack''A completely revised and updated edition of the blockbuster bestseller from ''the personal productivity guru'' Fast CompanySince it was first published almost fifteen years ago, David Allen''s Getting Things Done has become one of the most influential business books of its era, and the ultimate book on personal organization. ''GTD'' is now shorthand for an entire way of approaching professional and personal tasks, and has spawned an entire culture of websites, organizational tools, seminars, and offshoots.Allen has rewritten the book from start to finish, tweaking his classic text with important perspectives on the new workplace, and adding material that will make the book fresh and relevant for years to come. This new edition of Getting Things Done will be welcomed not only by its hundreds of thousands of existing fans but also by a whole new generation eager to Trade ReviewI am a devout, card-carrying GTD true believer . . . The entire approach has boosted not only my productivity but also my wider well-being. But what amazes me just as much is how deeply GTD has taken hold around the world . . . This is a genuine movement -- Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author of DriveGetting Things Done describes an incredibly practical process that can help busy people regain control of their lives. It can help you be more successful. Even more important, it can help you have a happier life! -- Marshall Goldsmith, coeditor, The Leader of the Future and Coaching for LeadershipGetting Things Done offers help building the new mental skills needed in an age of multitasking and overload -- Sue Shellenbarger * The Wall Street Journal *David Allen's productivity principles are rooted in big ideas . . . but they're also eminently practical -- Keith H. Hammonds, Fast CompanyThe bible of business and personal productivity * Lifehack *I recently attended David's seminar on getting organised, and after seeing him in action I have hope . . . David Allen's seminar was an eye-opener -- Stewart Alsop * Fortune *Allen drops down from high-level philosophising to the fine details of time management. Take a minute to check this one out -- Mark Henricks * Entrepreneur *David Allen brings new clarity to the power of purpose, the essential nature of relaxation, and deceptively simple guidelines for getting things done. He employs extensive experience, personal stories, and his own recipe for simplicity, speed and fun -- Frances Hesselbein, Chairman, Board of Governors, Leader to Leader InstituteAnyone who reads this book can apply this knowledge and these skills in their lives for immediate results -- Stephen P. Magee, Chaired Professor of Business and Economics, University of Texas at AustinA true skeptic of most management fixes, I have to say David's program is a winner! -- Joline Godfrey, CEO, Independent Means, Inc., and author of Our Wildest DreamsWARNING: Reading Getting Things Done can be hazardous to your old habits of procrastination. David Allen's approach is refreshingly simple and intuitive. He provides the systems, tools and tips to achieve profound results -- Carola Endicott, Director, Quality Resources, New England Medical CenterI am a devout, card-carrying GTD true believer . . . The entire approach has boosted not only my productivity but also my wider well-being. But what amazes me just as much is how deeply GTD has taken hold around the world . . . This is a genuine movement * Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive *Getting Things Done describes an incredibly practical process that can help busy people regain control of their lives. It can help you be more successful. Even more important, it can help you have a happier life! * Marshall Goldsmith, coeditor, The Leader of the Future and Coaching for Leadership *Getting Things Done offers help building the new mental skills needed in an age of multitasking and overload * Sue Shellenbarger, The Wall Street Journal *David Allen's productivity principles are rooted in big ideas . . . but they're also eminently practical * Keith H. Hammonds, Fast Company *

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to get rich? Learn how to break through your money blocks, attract more abundance and start earning what you're really worth.So you want to manifest more money this year. You're not alone. But why does it feel so freaking hard? It's weird and frankly bewildering that the most talented people in the world are often the ones struggling to make fabulous money from their talents. Too many female entrepreneurs sabotage their income and work too hard for too little. Why do most people settle for pennies instead of embracing true wealth? It's not because you're not smart or ambitious enough. You've just been programmed to block your Universal right to wealth with guilt, shame or embarrassment. Even if you're unaware of these blocks and fears, you're probably not earning what you're worth. In Get Rich, Lucky Bitch! you'll learn how to unlock your hidden potential for abundance and upgrade your life forever. Join Lucky Bitch author Denise Duffield-Thomas on a journey of self-discovery so you can smash through your abundance blocks and join a worldwide community of people who are learning to live large and become truly lucky bitches.Trade Review“Denise has helped her growing community of 120,000+ business owners overcome their money blocks and build successful companies.” Forbes.com“Denise is one of the most honest, transparent, unapologetic voices out there leading women to prosperity. Her work is so important.” Kate Northrup, author of Money, A Love Story“Denise offers ... so much value and openly and honestly shares what has worked well for her business – and what has not.”The Huffington Post “I am a massive fan of Denise, her books, and her courses. Down to earth, honest, and at times hilarious, DDT shows us how to create a truly exceptional life.“Rebecca Campbell, author of Light is the New Black and Rise Sister Rise“Denise Duffield-Thomas [is] one of the foremost financial advisors for females.” Entrepreneur.com“Denise is one of the world's best teacher on the Law of Attraction. Every day she impresses me with her wisdom, business savvy, integrity, and teachings.“Leonie Dawson, author of Lessons Every Goddess Must Know and the Shining Year Workbooks“Denise is the ultimate money mindset mentor. With her systems, tools, and tricks to open up your heart and mind to receive the abundance that is your birthright, you can't fail. Everybody needs some Denise in their life.“Susie Moore, author of What if it Does Work Out? “Denise is a refreshing voice on money mindset. She writes in a way that is easeful and humorous, and you'll feel like she's right there with you as you put her lessons to work and create a more abundant business and life.“Natalie MacNeil, author of She Takes on the World and The Conquer Kit

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Book SynopsisA fun present for cat lovers everywhere: a light-hearted self-help guide to help you live more like your catLET YOUR CAT BE YOUR LIFE COACH.Do cats worry about their pension? Nope. Do cats take on work they don't want to do? As if! Do cats rush around hectically when they'd rather be licking their paws and looking out of the window? Please.Cats are free. They are calm, observant, wise, elegant, charismatic and proud. In fact, cats have found nothing less than the secret of how we should all live, whatever species we are! And in this book, Stéphane Garnier will show you what he's learned over fifteen years of closely observing his cat, and teach you all the ways in which you too can apply the secrets of cats to your own life at work, at home and with your friends.Unplug your laptop. Throw away your alarm clock. It's time to live like your cat!

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Book SynopsisAre you looking for The One? Well, according to Dr Helen Fisher, biological anthropologist and relationship expert, you don’t have to look any further for the way to find that special someone than your very own brain chemistry. Based on Dr Fisher’s groundbreaking personality type study, in which she analyzed the personalities of more than 28,000 people, Why Him? Why Her? provides a formula for long-term love that is based on cutting-edge discoveries in evolutionary neurology. Once you’ve identified yourself as one of the personality types (explorer, builder, negotiator, or director) Dr Fisher provides a detailed plan of how to find, fix, or keep up your ideal love match.Trade Review"Helen Fisher's latest research follows years of experiments analysing the nature of love." * Metro *"Engrossing, entertaining." - Praise for 'Anatomy of Love' * Publishers Weekly *"In times of upheaval, nothing offers safe harbor like science. That’s where Helen Fisher comes in…. Her research led her inside the biological mechanisms of mate choice." * Time Magazine *"Why Him? Why Her? examines how brain chemistry determines temperament and temperament dictates whom we love… [Fisher offers] a giddy, romantic notion, well worth considering." * Los Angeles Times *"Fascinating…. You may already have your dream lover, but you’ll want to read this for the many insights on the science of love." * Boston Globe *

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Book SynopsisThis book investigates the reality of renovating a Smallframe Vespa in detail, outlining the techniques to fully restore a complete wreck to factory fresh. The restoration is carried out by the author in his own workshop, and all stages of the process are covered. From frame welding and panel repair, to paint and trim, every process is clearly described and backed up by over 600 full colour photographs. Special tools, advice on their use, and even possible home-made substitutes are covered, along with advice on spare parts - no Smallframe Vespa owner should be without a copy.

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Book Synopsis'This book is brilliant, funny... spot on. It's the first time I've been able to get into A Course in Miracles.' - Dr Christiane Northrup, New York Times bestselling author of Goddesses Never Age If you've always wanted to read A Course in Miracles but feel daunted by its sheer size, you'll love this modern-day rewrite of the 365-lesson workbook. The lessons of A Course in Miracles are profound, deeply moving... and as boring to read as a legal textbook. Enter Pam Grout: #1 New York Times bestselling author of E-Squared, presenting to you ACIM, the Fun Version. In this book, you'll find: - daily lessons with titles like 'Transcending the Chatty Asshat in My Head' and 'The Ego Is Not My Amigo!' - the essential message of the original spiritual text explained in the context of everyday life - recaps to make the lessons from the Course really stick - personal stories that are both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply soul-stirring Pam's unique blend of eternal truths with pop culture and personal anecdotes makes this book a deeply relatable and, most importantly, fun text to help you on your spiritual path. It's user friendly, accessible, easy for everyone to understand - and it will change your life.

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Book Synopsis''Her book is life-changing.'' GOOP''The definitive guide for anyone who''s ready to walk a crucial pathway: from the appearance of control, to the possession of a quiet power.'' SUSAN CAIN''This book will forever change the way you view perfectionism and yourself. An irresistible invitation to reclaim your natural state of wholeness, your joy and your life.'' DEEPAK CHOPRA''Gives you permission to be more in a world that''s telling you to be less.'' LORI GOTTLEIB''Provocative... identifies the strategies and mindsets every high-achieving woman needs to quell her inner critic and embrace her true talents.'' HOLLY WHITAKERThe advice we hear on perfectionism is always the same - let go of it! Forget it! Perfectionism is bad for you. But what if we''ve been looking at it all wrong? What if perfectionism is your superpower?In The Perfectionist''s Guide to Losing Control, psychotherapist Katherine M

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