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Book SynopsisNew in paperback (originally published as The Comfort Zone). What would it take for you to really love your life? To feel genuinely happy, positive, and fulfilled? The answer may be simpler than you think. This book will change the way you think about growth and comfort forever! Lewis Howes, New York Times best-selling author of The School of Greatness In this paradigm-shifting book, Kristen Butler, creator of Power of Positivityan online community with 50+ million people globallyreveals a surprising secret: in a world full of self-sabotaging beliefs, the gateway to a life you truly love is found in the last place you''d think. It''s situated safely in your Comfort Zone. No matter what you''ve been told, your comfort zone is NOT your danger zone. It''s not the place where dreams spiral down and die. It''s the opposite. Kristen knows this firsthand. From a state of deep and chronic discomfortat one point e

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Book SynopsisTruly see yourselfHow to See is about our misperceptions, how we can gain insight and how mindfulness practices can help us see our real selves. Thich Nhat Hanh brings his signature clarity, compassion and humour in showing us how to achieve an awakened, more relaxed state of self-awareness so we cn understand ourselves and the world around us. This is a perfect pocket-sized guide to life by the most renowned Zen master in the world, who was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.Trade ReviewThich Nhat Hanh is a holy man...a scholar of immense intellectual capacity * Martin Luther King *The father of mindfulness * Irish Times *Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal inner peace and peace on earth * His Holiness the Dalai Lama *

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Book SynopsisThis book addresses the fundamental reasons for the break-up, rather than moving straight onto strategies for dealing with the loss. Using innovative case-studies, it captures the feelings experienced during heartbreak, connecting readers in a way that they can relate to.

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Book SynopsisThis graceful journal filled with prompts and quotes is the perfect gift for anyone who could use some encouragement to practice self-love, affirmative thinking, and conscious gratitude for themselves and others.With each thought-provoking prompt, be guided on a journey of self-discovery and learn to give yourself and others the gift of grace. This journal will improve your ability to redirect negative self-talk and manifest a more positive internal dialog that helps relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and more. Nobody’s perfect—including you. And that’s OK!  Writing prompts for self-love that encourage a kinder, different way of thinking Encouraging affirmations to appreciate our best qualities, and accept the times when we fall short Quick mindfulness exercises to slow down and release the natural tension and pressure we put on

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Book Synopsis'Full of uplifting advice, practical wisdom and kind intelligence: I certainly felt more fabulous after reading it.' Elizabeth Day'An encouraging and exhilarating celebration of ageing. Full of life-wisdom for mind, body and spirit.' Victoria Hislop'Brilliant - absolutely brilliant!' Lorraine Kelly'A witty, warm, wise and illuminating guide to how to be your best self, inside and out. Deliciously upbeat and brimful of positivity, it's a perfect roadmap for the years ahead. I loved it.' Mariella Frostrup'Finally a book that challenges our tedious fixation with youth and turns the old rules about ageing upside down and inside out. With practical advice and spiritual insights, Destination Fabulous offers the kind of life-affirming guidance for womanhood I only wish I had known when I was 20.' Chioma Nnadi, vogue.com'Anna Murphy joyfully reframes the gift of growing up, and older.' Kenya Hunt'A joyous celebration of the pleasures of growing older, and an empowering manifesto for changing our attitudes to age.' Justine Picardie 'Perhaps the most important thing I have learned when it comes to appearance is that looking your best self is, more than anything, about what is going on inside. The more fully realised you are, the more you find your purpose, the more that will shine out of you and the better you will look.'Anna MurphyFrom the Fashion Director of The Times comes a wise, inspiring and invigorating guide to making the most of life as a grown-up woman - from the practical (how to dress your best) to the existential (how to feel your best).At 50, Anna Murphy feels more visible than at any point in her life to date. Her new book, Destination Fabulous, is the toolkit you need to embrace your age and celebrate the wisdom and inner beauty that comes with it.It's not about impossible goals. It's not about running a marathon (unless you want it to be). It's not about denying the ageing process, nor attempting to erase its signs. It's not about letting everything go, either. It's about balance. It's about the possible and the present. And it's about the future you want. How do you lift and smooth your face naturally? Should you go grey, and, if so, how? How do you deal with menopause? Anna combines her knowledge from years of writing about fashion and beauty with her openness to the alternative ways of thinking found in disciplines such as yoga and Chinese medicine. For her natural is always best.As for fashion, Anna knows better than anyone that this can be the ultimate route into surfacing the true you. She shares all her tricks for finding your way to a wardrobe that will transform not just the way you look but the way you feel. And she shares the highlights of her conversations over the years with super-stylish agers such as Iris Apfel and Miuccia Prada. How have they got it right?Drawing on the wisdom of writers as diverse as Pema Chödrön and Eckhart Tolle, Dorothy Rowe and Osho, Nora Ephron and Mary Oliver, she writes about saying goodbye to what doesn't serve you and welcoming what does; about forging relationships that work for you as well as others; and about finding your purpose, whether in your personal or professional life. Discover how the bumps on her road have helped her find her way to her true path. Her hope is that this book will help you to find yours, too.

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Book SynopsisBy writing just one sentence a day in this illustrated journal, you can collect your thoughts year after year and create a beautiful keepsake to treasure forever.Featuring gorgeous textile patterns, this journal offers a simple way to capture daily thoughts and turn them into a precious time capsule of the next five years. Turn to the day’s date and respond to the writing prompt. Then see how your answers change year after year. Questions include:• Write the first sentence of your autobiography• What’s the next book you want to read?• What is the most honest thing you’ve said today?• What’s your favorite brunch food?This unique and beautiful new version of our phenomenally successful Q&A a Day pairs the original prompts with stunning patterns from a beloved textile designer.

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Book SynopsisExpand your sensual horizons with 640 pages of photo-illustrated sex positions ranging from simple to advanced, intimate to kinky. Packed with 291 passion-igniting positions, The Position Sex Bible takes sex from predictable to over the top. Whether you and your partner are just beginning your sexual adventures, looking to break out of a same-old-position rut, or ready take your bedroom repertoire to the next level, this complete guide showcases every position available. With concise instructions and a full-color photograph for each position, this pleasure tome is organized into ten sections—Bed Action, Back Door Policy, On the Edge, The Standing O, Chair Action, Foreplay and Oral Sex, Advanced Positions, At the Office, Toys, Advanced Foreplay and Oral Sex, Taking It to Another Level, Advanced Toys, and Swing Time! From twists on traditional favorites to the straight-up exotic, positions include: The Kissing Lotus Snake Trap The Corkscrew The Hoover Upright Tunnel of Love The Door Jam Cupid’s Bow Purrfect Plunge At the back of the book, a handy checklist with a thumbnail visual of each position for quick reference also allows you to keep track of the positions as you enjoy them. Spice up your sex life with The Position Sex Bible.

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Book SynopsisThe author of the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Think Like a Monk offers a revelatory guide to every stage of romance, drawing on ancient wisdom and new science.Nobody sits us down and teaches us how to love. So we're often thrown into relationships with nothing but romance movies and pop culture to help us muddle through. Until now.Instead of presenting love as an ethereal concept or a collection of cliches, Jay Shetty lays out specific, actionable steps to help you develop the skills to practice and nurture love better than ever before. He shares insights on how to win or lose together, how to define love, and why you don't break in a break-up. Inspired by Vedic wisdom and modern science, he tackles the entire relationship cycle, from first dates to moving in together to breaking up and starting over. And he shows us how to avoid falling for false promises and unfulfilling partners.By living Jay Shetty's eight rules, we can all love ourselves, our partner, and the world better than weTrade ReviewA fulfilling life begins and ends with how you show up in your relationships. With that said, this could be the most valuable book you read this year.Dr Julie Smith, Clinical Psychologist and #1 Sunday Times Bestselling Author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? 8 Rules of Love guides you on your quest for love as you build a foundation first with yourself, then with others and, finally, with the world. Jay's teachings and writings inspire and empower you to navigate love and to live life with compassion, humour and the belief that anything is possible.Jennifer Lopez This is the first and last book anyone needs to read on the topic of love and relationships. A truly complete, demystifying, challenging and captivating journey through modern love, its inevitable human challenges and its unavoidable human answers. One of the most important books I’ve ever read.Steven Bartlett Jay’s gift is to teach and empower. This book not only helps us gain a better understanding and appreciation of love, but assists us in achieving greater awareness of the self and the needs of those around us.Deepika Padukone Jay Shetty has created an excellent guide to rising in love to joy and fulfilment. The usual falling in love is a mask for self-importance; this is love as the ultimate truth in creation. The rules of love he explores will take you on a path of self-discovery towards new levels of awareness – the only means to blissful relationships.Deepak Chopra

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Book SynopsisFrom Tricia Hersey, the celebrated founder of the Nap Ministry and author of the New York Times bestseller Rest Is Resistance, this deck of 50 powerful rest practices helps you embrace rest as a form of radical communal care and personal liberation. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND SUBJECT This is about more than naps. Rest is anything that allows you to connect your body with your mind." The Nap Ministry's Rest Deck is a rousing call to reclaim rest in everyday life. Delivered in a stunning package with gold accents and gorgeous artwork throughout, the deck combines restorative meditations with prescient wisdom from celebrated activist and teaching artist Tricia Hersey, a.k.a. "the Nap Bishop," and founder of the Nap Ministry. Readers will discover 50 inspiring cards, each with an empowering affirmation and a simple practice to encourage rest, care, and imagination. Rooted in social justice and imbued with spirituality, these cards offer short, accessible practices designed to uplift anyone suffering from the toxic effects of grind culture. CELEBRATED AUTHOR: Tricia Hersey, a.k.a. "the Nap Bishop," is the founder of the Nap Ministry and the bestselling author of Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto. Her work as an activist, artist, and thought leader has been featured by the New York Times, NPR, The Cut, and the Atlantic, among many others. In this deck, she distills her profound and celebrated teachings into 50 accessible practices. TOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE: Brimming with practices to empower personal liberation as a step toward building a healthier, more just world, this deck offers readers a new way to engage with social justice and invites a wide audience to embrace the power of rest as an essential balm for our collective exhaustion. BEAUTIFUL TO GIFT AND DISPLAY: This bold, eye-catching package with colorful illustrations and gold accents is a beautiful and meaningful gift for friends, activists, and anyone feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of grind culture. • A powerful new tool for social justice activists • Great gift or self-purchase for socially engaged millennials and Gen-Zers • For anyone seeking mindful affirmation cards to aid their healing practice • Perfect for fans of the Nap Ministry, Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto, Layla Saad, Adrienne Maree Brown, Chani Nicholas, and Alex Elle • For readers of Me and White Supremacy, I'm Still Here, and How to Do Nothing

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Book SynopsisWealth and abundance are our divine right, learn to embrace prosperity with #1 New York Times bestselling author Marianne Williamson - preorder her latest, The Mystic Jesus, picking up where A Return to Love left offIn The Law of Divine Compensation, the revered spiritual guide teaches how, with faith in God’s promise of love and abundance for all, we need never fear the future.There are two realms that we have the ability to inhabit: the physical realm and the spiritual realm. In the physical realm, we find ourselves stressed by debt, unemployment, health bills, and more. While these fears are real, we don’t have to find ourselves stuck there. Instead, we can enter the spiritual realm, where God has promised to make abundance and prosperity available to us all. We do not need to be worried; we do not need to be preoccupied with our current financial situation; we do not need to fear the future. We just need to have the right mindset, the right faith that the power of God can and will work with the universe to produce miracles in our lives. If we live our lives to the best of our abilities, God will work with the universe to help give us everything we need.Trade Review"Author, activist, and spiritual leader Marianne Williamson is often considered one of the defining voices for a new generation of spiritual seekers." -- Spirituality and Health magazine "Williamson may be the most renowned spiritual activist and author teaching spiritual principles based on A Course in Miracles. This latest book... addresses the ways we attract miracles or deflect them... with a focus on the particular attitudes that will pave the way to material abundance." -- Publishers Weekly "Williamson focuses on what defines meaningful work and how our jobs can be an extension of our spirituality. As she teaches ... the sense of endless possibility to reshape our lives unfolds." -- Huffington Post "The Law of Divine Compensation assures us that everything will be all right since the universe is set up to work for us. ... We are challenged to believe that miracles do happen and what is lacking can become abundant." -- Spirituality and Practice "Williamson's easy, caring writing style makes almost anything seem possible, and here it is used to best advantage." -- Booklist "If you have trouble allowing money to flow abundantly into your life, by all means, pick up a copy of Marianne Williamson's new book The Law of Divine Compensation. ... This wonderful book... will help you shift your perceptions around money, work, and wealth. -- Law of Attraction magazine In The Law of Divine Compensation, the New York Times bestselling author Marianne Williamson provides a unique perspective on our financial condition,... revealing a path to abundance by way of a powerful spiritual principle called the Law of Divine Compensation. -- Edge Magazine "Marianne conveys her principals in such a way that makes my brain simultaneously jolt to life with excitement and my soul sigh with deep, profound relief." -- Gaiam TV Blog

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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 SynopsisMore and more of us are suffering from the stresses and strains of modern life. Mindfulness is an increasingly popular discipline that can not only help alleviate the symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression brought on by the pressures of our daily existence but can actually bring calm, joy and happiness into our lives.In The Little Book of Mindfulness Tiddy Rowan, herself a practitioner for over 30 years, has gathered together a seminal collection of over 150 techniques, tips, exercises, advice and guided meditations that will enable people at every level to follow the breath, still the mind and relax the body, whilst generating and boosting a feeling of well-being and contentment that will permeate every aspect of everyday life.The perfect little gift to bring lasting happiness and peace for friends and family.

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Book SynopsisImagine you can connect to your loved-ones and guides on the other side of life; if you could reach through the tunnel of light and unite with that support and love. This unique and magical guide bridges that gap for you. Messages from Heaven cards fills a gap between the hugely popular ‘Angel Cards’ and the new fascination for ‘Afterlife Communication’. This distinctive card deck helps people to reach out to the other side of life in a familiar way. The deck can be used in numerous ways to connect with direction from loved-ones in heaven and for continued, positive and uplifting guidance and support. The deck has been created with a ‘safe’ feel; beautiful images enhance the purposefully easy-to-use format. Simply select a card when you need divine inspiration or pick several to create readings for yourself and your friends. The enclosed booklet will give you the deeper meanings behind each card and enlighten you as to the continued connection between the realms.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Care of the Soul has struck a national nerve." -- Dallas Morning News "I soulfully recommend it without reservation." -- John Bradshaw, author of Homecoming "The sincerity, intelligence and style -- so beautifully clean -- of Tom Moore's Care of the Soul truly moved me. The book's got strength and class and soul, and I suspect may last longer than psychology itself." -- James Hillman, author of Re-Visioning Psychology "This book just may help you give up the futile quest for salvation and get down to the possible task of taking care of your soul. A modest, and therefore marvelous, book about the life of the spirit." -- Sam Keen, author of Fire in the Belly "Thoughtful, eloquent, inspiring." -- Alix Madrigal, San Francisco Chronicle "Care of the Soul has struck a national nerve." -- Colleen O'Connor, Dallas Morning News

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Book SynopsisStart living your life’s purpose with Purpose: A Day and Night Reflection Journal, designed to help you identify your unique talents and interests so you can live your best life.Everyone has their own unique set of talents, interests, and life experiences that bring them joy or give them a reason to get up in the morning. Learning to recognize what talents you have and what you love to do can set you on the path of finding your purpose and living your best life. This journal is designed as a 90-day mindfulness system. It includes an introductory section with questions and exercises designed to help you start thinking about what skills, talents, and interests you have to help you identify what your life’s purpose might be; and then daily spread provide a place to record daily actions aligned to your life’s purpose, and reflect on the experiences, results, and feelings from being more mindful of living your life’s purpose every day. Featuring delicate illustrations and a graceful, contemporary design, this 90-day journal is perfect for those seeking to enhance their lives by taking the necessary steps to discover and start living their life’s purpose. DISCOVER YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE: This journal includes an introductory section that contains questions and exercises designed to help you start exploring and thinking about what skills and talents you have, what excites and inspires you most, what you are passionate about, and what your life’s purpose might be. JOURNALING MADE EASY: Guided prompts, that repeat each day, make it easy to set your intentions and reflect on your progress every morning and night.      INSPIRING ILLUSTRATIONS: Lovely illustrations offer inspiration and a beautiful backdrop for finding your life's purpose and recording your progress towards living it. DELUXE DESIGN: A sturdy vegan leather cover, foil accents, and a helpful ribbon marker make the journal a joy to return to and a lasting keepsake.

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Book SynopsisTHE BESTSELLING NOVEL WHICH CREATED A WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON 'A perfect bedside companion for the post-Bridget Jones generation' DAILY TELEGRAPH (CANADA) 'Hillis's book gave rise to "Live Alone" accessories, including cocktail shakers, china dogs and negligees' WALL STREET JOURNAL 'She was boldly leading a vanguard of young women into a self-reliant, judgment-free future' NATIONAL This 1936 bestseller sold over 100,000 copies in the first two months of its release. Marjorie Hillis, a 1930s Vogue editor, provides a stylish, no-nonsense guide to living and loving single life. Written with wisdom, humour and panache, this is advice that will never go out of fashion. She takes women through the fundamentals of living alone by showing them how to create a welcoming environment and cultivate home-friendly hobbies, 'for no woman can accept an invitation every night without coming to grief'.'Chances are that at sometime in your life, possibly only now and then between husbands, you will find yourself settling down to a solitary existence. You may do it from choice. Lots of people do ... Whether you view your one-woman menage as Doom or Adventure (and whether you are twenty-six or sixty-six), you need a plan'Who can resist a book with chapters such as 'A Lady and Her Liquor', 'Pleasures of a Single Bed' and 'Solitary Refinement'? Live Alone and Like It is sure to appeal to 'live-aloners' and those considering taking the plunge.With beautiful and stylish line drawings by a Vogue illustrator.Trade ReviewCandace Bushnell, your time's up. Drain your cosmo and step aside. You've been usurped by yet another single-woman arbiter: Marjorie Hillis, the author of Live Alone and Like It * Saturday Post (Canada) *Richly deserves to be this year's Christmas best-seller . . . a perfect bedside companion for the post-Bridget Jones generation, who see no reason to put their lives on hold until Mr Right appears * Daily Telegraph (Canada) *Hillis's book gave rise to 'Live Alone' accessories, including cocktail shakers, china dogs and negligees * Wall Street Journal *Hillis wrote Live Alone and Like It in the spirit of the anticipation of a bright future for fellow bachelorettes . . . she was boldly leading a vanguard of young women into a self-reliant, judgment-free future * National *Candace Bushnell, your time's up. Drain your cosmo and step aside. You've been usurped by yet another single-woman arbiter: Marjorie Hillis, the author of Live Alone and Like It * Saturday Post (Canada) *Richly deserves to be this year's Christmas best-seller . . . a perfect bedside companion for the post-Bridget Jones generation, who see no reason to put their lives on hold until Mr Right appears * The Daily Telegraph (Canada) *

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Book SynopsisProfessor and "de facto global therapist" to an ever-growing audience of hundreds of thousands of people builds on national bestseller The Parasitic Mind to argue that happiness is not merely a changeable mood but a process toward which we can strive by following some basic steps that have been known to humans for millennia.Happiness Is a Fact It is a scientific fact, which means we can measure it, we can assess it, and we can devise strategies to make ourselves happy and fulfilled human beings. Or so says, Professor Gad Saad, author of the sensational national bestseller The Parasitic Mind and popular host of The Saad Truth podcast. Professor Saad roams through the scientific studies, the wisdom of ancient philosophy and religion, and his extraordinary personal experience as a refugee from war-torn Lebanon turned academic celebrity to provide one of the most provocative, helpful, and entertaining reads you are likely to encounter. In The Saad Truth about Happiness you’ll learn the secrets to living the good life, including: How to live the life you want—not necessarily the life expected of you Why resilience is a key to happiness Why your career needs to have a higher purpose than a paycheck How variety truly can be the spice of life Why marriage is so important How Aristotle had it right when he preached moderation Why you should take a hint from your dog and realise that playfulness equals happiness Enlightening, bold, and good-humoured, The Saad Truth about Happiness is as lively, stimulating, and captivating as its author, who has become a “de facto global therapist” to an ever-growing audience of hundreds of thousands of people. Read this book and you’ll see why so many seek his counsel.

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Book SynopsisRichard Templar is the author of the international bestselling Rules books. Over 2 million people around the world have enjoyed and now play by Richard Templar's Rules. The complete list of titles is as follows: The Rules of Life, The Rules of Work, The Rules of Management, The Rules of Wealth, The Rules of Parenting, The Rules of Love, The Rules to Break, The Rules of People, The Rules of Thinking, and The Rules of Living Well. Table of ContentsWalk your talk 1 Get your work noticed 2 Never stand still 3 Volunteer carefully 4 Carve out a niche for yourself 5 Under promise and over deliver 6 Learn to ask why 7 Be 100 per cent committed 8 Learn from others’ mistakes 9 Enjoy what you are doing 10 Develop the right attitude 11 Be passionate but don’t kill yourself 12 Manage your energy 13 Never let anyone know how hard you work 14 Keep your home life at home Know that you’re being judged at all times 15 Cultivate a smile 16 No limp fish – develop the perfect handshake 17 Exude confidence and energy 18 Develop a style that gets you noticed 19 Pay attention to personal grooming 20 Be attractive 21 Be cool 22 Speak well 23 Write well Have a plan 24 Know what you want long term 25 Know what you want short term 26 Study the promotion system 27 Develop a game plan 28 Set objectives 29 Know your role 30 Know yourself – strengths and weaknesses 31 Identify key times and events 32 Anticipate threats 33 Look for opportunities 34 Make learning a lifelong mission If you can’t say anything nice – shut up 35 Don’t gossip 36 Don’t bitch 37 Stand up for others 38 Compliment people sincerely 39 Be cheerful and positive 40 Ask questions 41 Use ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ 42 Don’t swear 43 Be a good listener 44 Only speak sense Look after yourself 45 Know the ethics of your industry 46 Know the legalities of your industry 47 Set personal standards 48 Never lie 49 Never cover up for anyone else 50 Keep records 51 Know the difference between the truth and the whole truth 52 Cultivate your support/contacts/friends 53 Date with caution 54 Understand others’ motives 55 Assume everyone else is playing by different rules 56 Keep the faith 57 Put things in perspective Blend in 58 Know the corporate culture 59 Speak the language 60 Dress up or down accordingly 61 Be adaptable in your dealings with different people 62 Make your boss look good 63 Know where to hang out, and when 64 Understand the social protocols 65 Know the rules about authority 66 Know the rules about the office hierarchy 67 Never disapprove of others 68 Understand the herd mentality Act one step ahead 69 Dress one step ahead 70 Talk one step ahead 71 Act one step ahead 72 Think one step ahead 73 Address corporate issues and problems 74 Make your company better for having you there 75 Talk of ‘we’ rather than ‘I’ 76 Walk the walk 77 Spend more time with senior staff 78 Get people to assume you have already made the step 79 Prepare for the step after next Cultivate diplomacy 80 Ask questions in times of conflict 81 Don’t take sides 82 Know when to keep your opinions to yourself 83 Be conciliatory 84 Never lose your temper 85 Never get personal 86 Know how to handle other people’s anger 87 Stand your ground 88 Be objective about the situation Know the system – and milk it 89 Know all the unspoken rules of office life 90 Know what to call everyone 91 Know when to stay late and when to go early 92 Know the theft or perks rule 93 Identify the people who count 94 Be on the right side of the people who count 95 Be well up on new management techniques 96 Know the undercurrents and hidden agendas 97 Know the favourites and cultivate them 98 Know the mission statement – and understand it Handle the opposition 99 Identify the opposition 100 Study them closely 101 Don’t back-stab 102 Know the psychology of promotion 103 Don’t give too much away 104 Keep your ear to the ground 105 Make the opposition seem irreplaceable 106 Don’t damn the opposition with faint praise 107 Capitalise on the career-enhancing moments 108 Cultivate the friendship and approval of your colleagues 109 Know when to break the Rules

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Book SynopsisRichard Templar is the author of the international bestselling Rules books. Over 2 million people around the world have enjoyed and now play by Richard Templar's Rules. The complete list of titles is as follows: The Rules of Life, The Rules of Work, The Rules of Management, The Rules of Wealth, The Rules of Parenting, The Rules of Love, The Rules to Break, The Rules of People, The Rules of Thinking, and The Rules of Living Well.Table of ContentsUnderstanding people 1 Understanding helps 2 No one has to be like you 3 People hear what they want to hear 4 People believe what they want to believe 5 Your attitude influences their response 6 Remember your first impression 7 People are tribal 8 Everyone wants to feel valued 9 They only tease you if they like you 10 … but banter isn't teasing 11 Everyone else is insecure too 12 Spots don't change 13 Behaviour isn't character 14 Other people's relationships are a mystery 15 Big words are there to impress you 16 Confrontation can be scary 17 People feel nervous because they care 18 Angry people are sad people 19 Crying isn't always sad 20 Some people just don't think 21 Square pegs don't fit in round holes 22 Wild and wacky isn't always fun 23 It's hard being 13 24 They'll shout if you do 25 Responsibility creates independence 26 Teenagers hate you because they love you 27 Talking is what matters 28 Listening is what matters 29 No one likes saying sorry 30 The world is full of rebels 31 Some weirdos are great people Helping people 32 Put your oxygen mask on first 33 Get in the swamp 34 It's OK just to feel 35 Listen, don't solve 36 Know your limitations 37 It's not a competition 38 Never give advice 39 Accept their decision 40 Give them control 41 Get them to think for themselves 42 Learn to be psychic 43 Listen to what they don't say 44 People who can't find an answer may not want one 45 Don't tell people to move on 46 Loneliness is a state of mind 47 Give them privacy 48 All interactions are positive or negative 49 Not everyone wants help Getting them on your side 50 Loyalty runs both ways 51 Remember the details 52 Flattery should never be empty 53 Praise effectively 54 Keep your praise in proportion 55 People want to be liked 56 Earn their respect 57 Have a sense of humour 58 Don't be scared to admit your mistakes 59 Be tolerant 60 Make individual relationships 61 Turn the best side to the front 62 People generally agree with themselves 63 Credit people with your own ideas 64 Don't tell them they're wrong (even if they are) 65 Get them to collaborate 66 Be human 67 Share 68 Say thank you properly 69 Get under their skin 70 Criticise constructively 71 Agree without agreeing 72 Let them win 73 Make it three-dimensional 74 Give and take 75 Know what you both want 76 Get all their cards on the table 77 Give them a get-out 78 Never be scared 79 Don't get caught on the hop Difficult people 80 There's only one person you can change 81 It's scary being controlled 82 If they feel small, they'll big themselves up 83 Shouty people want to be heard 84 Negative people can't half be useful 85 Control freaks know they're right 86 Blackmailers want to control you 87 Insecurity can cause mistrust 88 Prejudice comes from ignorance 89 Martyrs crave recognition 90 Sensitive people can't toughen up 91 People will listen if it's in their interest 92 Passive-aggressive people fear conflict 93 Patronising can be accidental 94 You can't beat a true narcissist 95 Moaners don't want to change 96 Competitive complainers don't just need a whinge 97 Secrets are full of power 98 Some people just can't lose 99 Manipulation is more than just persuasion 100 Busy people are less trouble

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Book Synopsis'Life loves you' is one of Louise Hay's best-loved affirmations. It is the heart thought that represents her life and her work. Together, Louise and Robert Holden look at what 'life loves you' really means - that life doesn't just happen to you; it happens for you. In a series of intimate and candid conversations, they dig deep into the power of love, the benevolent nature of reality, the friendly universe and the heart of who we really are. Life Loves You is filled with inspiring stories and helpful meditations, prayers and exercises. Louise and Robert present a practical philosophy based on seven spiritual practices. Key themes cover:The Mirror Principle - practising the 'how' of self-loveAffirming Your Life - healing the ego's basic fearFollowing Your Joy - trusting your inner guidanceForgiving the Past - reclaiming your original innocenceBeing Grateful Now - cultivating basic trustLearning to Receive - being undefended and openHealing the Future - choosing love over fear

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Book SynopsisThe Million copy bestseller: control the way you think to banish the damaging emotions of worry, doubt, confusion, depression, anger and condemnation.Trade ReviewI have even recommended this book to friends who don't go to church- and they love it. * Families First *

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Book SynopsisA TIMES BEST SELF-HELP BOOK OF 2024'I nodded along in recognition, grateful to read about other people like me. This is an important book' The Times 'Bella DePaulo isn't just a powerhouse, she's a lighthouse . . . We need more luminaries like her' Catherine Gray, author of The Unexpected Joy of Being SingleAll too often, society issues dire warnings about the risks of single living. But is finding a romantic partner really a requirement for a full life? World-leading expert on singleness Dr Bella DePaulo argues that a healthy, happy life is possible not in spite of being single - but because of it.DePaulo draws on her research expertise, as well as her own experience as a single woman, to demonstrate how choosing to be single can provide confidence, strength and deep fulfilment. With advice on topics including solitude, freedom, intimacy, children and societal pressure, Single at Heart addresses misconceptions about single life and gives you the tools and self-knowledge to stand up for

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Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER - FEATURING A NEW CHAPTER ON WINTER COMFORTSReflections on hope, survival and the messy miracle of being aliveThe Comfort Book is a collection of consolations learned in hard times and suggestions for making the bad days better. Drawing on maxims, memoir and the inspirational lives of others, these meditations celebrate the ever-changing wonder of living. This is for when we need the wisdom of a friend or a reminder we can always nurture inner strength and hope, even in our busy world.A book of timeless comfort for modern minds.This edition includes a new chapter from the author on finding the light side of the darkest days of the year.Trade ReviewFull of eloquent, cogent and positive reminders of the beauty of life . . . Will prove enormously sustaining and valuable to a lot of people . . . Genuinely uplifting . . . Haig is a sensitive, introspective and thoughtful guide to the human dilemmas that affect us all * * Independent * *The Comfort Book, a collection of aphorisms and inspirational stories of survival against the odds, is a guide to living and finding hope in these disjointed times * * Guardian * *The literary equivalent of a steaming hot chocolate on a chilly day . . . The ideal read for dipping into whenever you need a pick-me-up or change of perspective * * Metro * *Profound, witty and uplifting, and a stirring testament to hope and the imagination * * Observer * *Pick up this book any time you're in need of a boost of positivity, calm and - as it says on the cover - comfort * * ELLE * *Promises two things I can't get enough of: hugs and lists . . . After a year starved of hope and hugs to the extreme, I can't think of a greater comfort read than that * * Evening Standard, Best Summer Reads * *[A] thought-provoking, affirming collection that is both personal and universal . . . With Haig's trademark empathy and celebration of the resilience of the human heart, this is a book we all need and deserve * * Booklist * *Praise for Matt Haig: Haig is one of the most important writers of our time -- DOLLY ALDERTONI can't describe how much his work means to me . . . The king of empathy -- JAMEELA JAMILLove this man's books -- JODI PICOULT

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Book SynopsisDiscover the Finnish quality of sisu and how cultivating it can help you lead a life of greater purpose and happiness.This ancient Finnish word describes an attitude of courage, resilience, grit, tenacity and perseverance. This key psychological competence enables extraordinary action in times of adversity. To have sisu confers a further dimension of doing so with honesty, integrity and humility.By cultivating sisu you can: Face life's challenges with courage and determination Enhance your wellbeing and find your focus Communicate confidently and resolve conflicts effectively Cultivate endurance and achieve your fitness goals Raise kind and resilient children Act with integrity and fight for what you believe inSisu is a universal trait. It may have been bottled and labelled by the Finns, but it is within reach of everyone. It lies within you, and you are very likely to have used it already.

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Book SynopsisBlack women are powerful, brilliant, and brave, and it’s time to affirm these truths with more than 100 affirmations and journal prompts Black women can use to empower themselves.In a world that perpetuates negative stereotypes about Black women, it’s more important than ever to affirm Black women for their power, brilliance, and bravery. With Affirmations for Black Women: A Journal, Black women will find more than 100 affirmations from their emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing, to the practical, professional, and social aspects of their lives. You’ll also learn specifically why affirmations are essential for Black women in order to heal from the effects of misogynoir, to build up your confidence, to build a self-care practice, and much more. You’ll discover how to apply affirmations to your daily life and use them in order to manifest what you desire and deserve. Best of all, you’ll find short prompts after each affirmation to reflect on the affirmation and to take them one step further. Prompts will help you cement the affirmation into your mind, and into your reality as you incorporate them fully into your life. With Affirmations for Black Women: A Journal, you’ll celebrate being a Black woman, affirm your talent and worth, and bring your dreams to fruition.Trade Review“A feel-good book for the new year” —The Wondermind Newsletter“The perfect gift for all the women in your life.” —Hello Beautiful

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Book SynopsisBuild healthy boundaries, manage difficult relationships, and live a happy life in accordance with your personal values with this unique, activity-based supplement to start or support your therapy practice.Setting boundaries can be tough—you don’t want to disappoint other people, but you also don’t want to be stuck in a situation that makes you uncomfortable or unhappy. The good news is that setting healthy boundaries is really a good thing that can make you happier and strengthen those relationships you were so worried about. So how do you get started? Setting boundaries is an important skill, and the only way to get better is by practicing. In this book, you’ll find 100 activities that will help you become better at setting boundaries. Dive into activities that will get you thinking about and practicing those boundaries that are most important to you. You’ll learn: -How to find your boundary-setting role model to encourage you in those tough moments -How to consider your authentic schedule…and then how to give up on tasks and activities that don’t match your values to set boundaries around your personal time -How to develop authentic holiday celebrations while navigating complicated family situations -How to say no gently -And much more! Whether you’re a recovering people pleaser or want to build new boundaries that match other changes in your life, these activities will give you the tools you need to get started. Boundaries are healthy, important, and even necessary to create the life you want—so start building your happier life today!

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Book SynopsisFrom TikTok star and Your (favourite) Rich BFF Vivian Tu, the definitive book on personal finance for a new generation Building on the lessons she learned on Wall Street about money and the markets, Vivian Tu now offers her best personal finance tips and tricks to readers of all ages and demographics, so that anyone can get rich, whether you grew up knowing the rules to the game or not. Vivian will be your mentor, dispensing fresh, no-BS advice on how to think like a rich person and create smart money habits, breaking down her best recommendations to help you: Maximize your earnings to get more out of your 9-to-5 Understand the differences between savings accounts, and where you should keep your money Identify the tax strategies and (legal) loopholes you need to retire in style Overcome investing fears to secure wealth for generations Trade ReviewI wish this book existed when I was coming up and making money for the first time, because Vivian shows us how to make our finances WORK for us! So proud to see my fellow Asian girly teach us all how to be Rich AF! -- Bretman Rock, social media phenomenon and bestselling authorI can’t get enough of ‘Your Rich BFF’ on social media. Vivian’s book, Rich AF, is as smart, funny, and forthright as her videos, but there are more of her stories to enjoy as she imparts valuable lessons and breaks down complicated financial concepts in a way that will keep you chuckling as you read. -- Lisa Ling, award-winning journalist and CBS News reporter'If you’ve ever felt like the world of finance wasn’t for you, Vivian will show you that no matter who you are, it’s never too late to pull up your seat at the table. Rich AF proves that finance is for everyone!' -- Karamo Brown, author, actor, and Queer Eye culture expert'In Rich AF, Vivian’s passion for financial literacy and desire to help others shines through. This is an excellent roadmap for those who want to learn how to make the most of their money.' -- Alexa von Tobel, CFP®, author of Financially Forward and founder of Inspired CapitalA spry crash course for how young people can build wealth * Publishers Weekly *This book will appeal to everyone who deals with money, especially younger readers who are starting their career journeys and looking to build financial strategies of their own. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisPower Positivity: I AM GRATEFUL reminds you of everything good in your life, that you are truly blessed and that you can use this knowledge to get through anything. Full of empowering quotes, thoughts, kind words and little pick-me-ups, this book can do wonders to lift your mood, raise your confidence, control negative feelings and improve your self-esteem. Featuring wise words from some of our favourite celebrities, this pocket-sized book is guaranteed to brighten your day, remind you that life is good and that you've most definitely got this.

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Book SynopsisLouise Hay's charming and valuable treasure trove of inner wisdom that can guide you through any problem you might be facing.Tap into the power of your Inner Self and discover your capability to change with Heart Thoughts, a collection of meditations, spiritual treatments and excerpts from the lectures of internationally renowned spiritual teacher Louise Hay. Organized into 96 topics from A (abundance) to W (world community), this book can be read straight through, or you can allow Spirit to guide you to the page you need, as with an oracle or daily devotional. Louise's powerful messages are accompanied by striking fuchsia illustrations by Katie Daisy, including stylized affirmations for each topic.This is a time of awakening. As you release old thought patterns and old habits, know that you are always safe. As you continue to learn and practice new beliefs and new methods of behaviour, you contribute to improving the quality of your life - and the new harmonious order of the world.'Life is very simple. We create our experiences by our thinking and feeling patterns. What we believe about ourselves and about Life becomes true for us. By becoming aware of our beliefs, we can change those that are not serving us. Gentle, firm insistence and consistency in what we choose to think will make positive changes manifest quickly and easily.' Louise Hay

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Book Synopsis''Micromastery is a triumph. I read it with delight, and instantly vowed to put more conviction into the latest thing I''m trying, which is using a plectrum when I play the guitar''Philip PullmanWant to learn how to cook? Start by making an omelette.Want to be able to dance? First learn the Tango Walk.Want to be more creative, smarter and happier? Read this book.Micromastery is the inspiring new way to approach any kind of challenge or skill. With this simple, accessible technique you can get a grip on new subjects quickly, then experiment and grow.Whether it''s making a perfect soufflé, painting a door or lighting a fire -- just three of the thirty nine little skills this book will teach you -- you''ll find that cultivating micro areas of expertise is life-changing. Become a fearless learner, spot more creative opportunities, and improve your brain health and wellbeiTrade ReviewBrilliant. . . . mastering a series of small tasks has created pockets of perfection through my day, and made me calmer and happier in the process -- Rachel Kelly, author of 'Walking on Sunshine: 52 Small Steps to Happiness'Micromastery is a triumph. A brilliant idea, utterly convincing, and superbly carried through. I read it with delight, and instantly vowed to put more conviction into the latest thing I'm trying... You're on to a winner here -- Philip Pullman, author of the 'His Dark Materials' trilogyI couldn't stop telling people about this book. Wise and joyful, it genuinely changed the way I thought about learning - and it left me bursting to put it into action -- Tim Harford, author of 'Fifty Things That Made The Modern Economy'

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Book SynopsisCREATE REPEAT: 365 Days of Getting Inspired, Beating the Imposter Syndrome and Unlocking the FlowCreate.Repeat is your daily invitation to get unstuck, reignite your creative fire, and remember why you started in the first place. From the mountain-top highs of breakthrough ideas to the soul-crushing lows of creative blocks, the creative process is an emotional rollercoaster. But with this carefully curated companion as your roadmap, you'll navigate those twists and turns with grit, confidence, and the kind of commitment that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, bringing the best out of your craft. Packed with thought-provoking essays, reflective prompts, and practical exercises, CREATE REPEAT is your ticket to:Crush creative ruts and consistently produce your best workSilence your inner critic and embrace your authentic voiceUnlock the elusive flow state for your most inspired work and productivityBecause creativity isn't a destination. It's a practice. Create. Repeat. It's as simple as that.

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Book SynopsisThe Danes may have their hygge and the Norwegians their back to the land culture, but the Swedes have ''lagom'': an even-keeled approach to a life of balance.Dr Bertil Marklund - a doctor and researcher at the Gothenburg University with over forty years of experience - provides the most cutting-edge research to explain the ten areas we should focus on to better our chances of a long life.This compact guide provides wisdom from the Nordics, a region long known for its healthy and progressive lifestyle. It debunks myths on things we have been told are not good for us but actually can be: did you know drinking coffee will promote your health? Or that more people die of lack of Vitamin D than they do of skin cancer? By providing pragmatic and realistic advice, Dr Marklund gives you the power to make a difference in your own life today and for the future.Trade ReviewForget the comfort of Danish hygge; Swedish sundhet is better for your health. -- Peta Bee * The Times *[Bertil Marklund's] book is far from the first lifestyle guide to indulge our appetite for all things Scandinavian. What sets it apart is its simplicity, unusual in a self-help book, let alone one written by a university professor... it is just over 100 pages and its advice is presented in a format so digestible you feel like applying it all in one go. -- Peta Bee * The Times *A cracking book full of common sense -- Cat Harvey * Sunday Mail (Glasgow) *

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Book SynopsisWritten by Dr. Jerold Kreisman, a top expert on Borderline Personality Disorder, this important, incisive book delivers the latest information on the disorder, which typically manifests itself through anger, abuse, addictions, and reckless impulsivity-behaviors that can have a devastating impact on family and friends.Table of ContentsA Note to the Reader. Preface. Acknowledgments. 1. Borderline Basics. Action Steps: A Quick BPD Checklist. 2. Fears of Abandonment. Action Steps: Dealing with Borderline Fears of Abandonment. 3. Unstable Interpersonal relationships. Action Steps: Dealing with Intense Relationships. 4. Identity Disturbance. Action Steps: Establishing a Sense of Self. 5. Destructive Impulsivity. Action Steps: Managing Impulsivity. 6. Suicidal Behaviors and Self-Mutilation. Action Steps: Dealing with Self-Destructive Behaviors. 7. Mood Instability. 8. Emptiness. Action Steps: Filling the Emptiness. 9. Anger. Action Steps: Strategies for Coping with borderline Rage. 10. reality Distortions: Paranoia and Dissociation. Action Steps: Dealing with Borderline Psychosis. 11. Treatment Strategies and Communication Techniques. Action Steps: Finding the Right Therapist. Action Steps: General Approaches to Communication. 12. Prognosis and Directions of Future Research. Resources. Notes. Index.

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Book SynopsisAre you the child of toxic parents?When you were a child...• Did your parents tell you you were bad or worthless?• Did your parents use physical pain to discipline you?• Did you have to take care of your parents because of their problems?• Were you often frightened of your parents?• Did your parents do anything to you that had to be kept secret?Now that you’re an adult...• Do your parents still treat you as if you were a child?• Do you have intense emotional or physical reactions after spending time with your parents?• Do your parents control you with threats or guilt? Do they manipulate you with money?• Do you feel that no matter what you do, it’s never good enough for your parents?In this remarkable self-help guide, Dr. Susan Forward draws on case histories and the real-life voices of adult children of toxic parents to help you free yourself from the frustrating patterns of your relationship with your parents — and discover a new world of self-confidence, inner strength, and emotional independence.

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Book SynopsisThe pace of modern life is accelerating. To keep up, we must keep on moving and adapting – constantly striving for greater happiness and success. Or so we are told. But the demands of life in the fast lane come at a price: stress, fatigue and depression are at an all-time high, while our social interactions have become increasingly self-serving and opportunistic. How can we resist today's obsession with introspection and self-improvement? In this witty and bestselling book, Danish philosopher and psychologist Svend Brinkmann argues that we must not be afraid to reject the self-help mantra and 'stand firm'. The secret to a happier life lies not in finding your inner self but in coming to terms with yourself in order to coexist peacefully with others. By encouraging us to stand firm and get a foothold in life, this vibrant anti-self-help guide offers a compelling alternative to life coaching, positive thinking and the need always to say 'yes!'Trade Review"Deliciously provocative stuff: a subversive manifesto for white-collar passive resistance and a diatribe against the booming industry that has grown up around career advice."Financial Times"So rather than urging you to “think positive”, “listen to your feelings”, “trust your inner voice”, and other refrains of the self-help industry, Brinkmann advocates their opposite in seven steps, which include “Cut out the navel-gazing”; “Focus on the negative in your life”; “Suppress your feelings”; “Dwell on the past”; and “Sack your coach”. I must say, they work for me."Carol Midgely, The Times"In Stand Firm, Danish philosopher Svend Brinkmann projects a little blast of fresh air into the crowded pressure room of 'self-improvement'. With wit and perceptiveness he takes a swipe at the modern craze to do more, be more, be happier, be more productive. Paradoxically, this anti-self-help guide actually helps us to resist the mania." New Internationalist"Stand firm is a brilliant, funny, liberating and significant critique of the dominant and individualizing hamster wheel culture that we live in... Brinkmann's book is for the people - that is all, for all of us."Politiken"A satirical, but also very deep alternative to the current compulsion for self-developement."Berlingske Tidende"Every once in a while a book comes along that is both ironic and serious, both funny and challenging, both timely and wise. Stand Firm, with its seven steps toward living against our accelerated culture of neoliberal 'self-realization', is such a book. It should be on the bookshelf of every person concerned with the state of the world – or with the state of themselves"Todd May, Clemson University"Stand Firm is an exhilarating broadside against the intense modern pressure to do more, be more, to become happier and more productive, and to 'find yourself'. In championing Stoicism over the relentless and exhausting wild-goose chase of self-help, Svend Brinkmann - though he might not like the fact - has written a book that truly helps."Oliver Burkeman, The Guardian"This wonderfully funny and intelligent book not only exposes the foolishness of the self-help cult, but also offers a concrete and appealing alternative, reminding us that philosophy is as relevant for living our lives today as it has ever been."Carl Cederstrom, Stockholm Business School"As designs for life go, it may just be brilliantly outlandish enough to work."Irish Independent"With anti-self-help such as this, small wonder Denmark is the world's happiest county."Belfast Telepraph"Provocative and entertaining"Standpoint"Stand Firm by Svend Brinkmann is a welcome antidote to the therapeutic consensus which has dictated that we should strive for happiness and 'find ourselves', and insists that anything is possible if we put our minds to it."Patrick West, The Tablet"eloquent and pragmatic" - The Times Literary SupplementTable of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction 1. Cut out the navel-gazing 2. Focus on the negative in your life 3. Put on the No hat 4. Suppress your feelings 5. Sack your coach 6. Read a novel – not a self-help book or biography 7. Dwell on the past Notes

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Book SynopsisLegendary personal coach Richard Leider, creator of the ?purpose movement,? teams up with David Shapiro to bring new stories, new lessons, and an all-new purpose manifesto to a new generation of readers.Purpose is an active expression of our values and our compassion for others?it makes us want to get up in the morning and add value to the world. The Power of Purpose details a graceful, practical, and ultimately spiritual process for making it central to your life. This revitalized guide will help you integrate it into everything you do.This fourth edition has been completely revised and updated. With a new co-author, new stories and examples and resources, it taps into the broader need for purpose in our post-pandemic world. With more than 40% new content, readers will discover new insights on purpose, a new chapter on Becoming a Purposeful Leader, and The Purpose Formula which includes mind-opening questions to help you unlock your purpose and to live a life of meaning and fulfillment.

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