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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2022 Book Prize from the Society for Personality and Social PsychologyToday, more than ever, we are aware of the power of personality. Are we introverts, extroverts, neurotic, open-minded? Psychology has always taught that there are personality types, some advantageous, some often seen as less so, and the common perception is that we''re stuck with what we''re given. The introvert will never break out of their shell, the narcissist will be forever trapped gazing into the mirror (or endlessly tweeting about perceived attacks on their brilliance).Be Who You Want argues that contrary to the old adage, not only can the leopard change his spots, he can swap them for stripes, and that he can do so to his own advantage. In psychological terms, although our initial personality type is moulded by a combination of genetic influences and early experiences, it is not fixed. It''s malleable, voluntary even. This book will tell the story oTrade Review'I'm not much of a lover of life coaching and personal growth books. But I found myself consuming Christian Jarrett's Be Who You Want with gradually increasing fascination and conviction. This is not snake-oil huckstering, or silly salesmanship but plausible and very convincing science. There are enough plums, cherries, raisins and sultanas in this delightful cake to inspire, surprise, motivate and enthuse anyone. Warmly recommended' - Stephen Fry'In this inspiring yet bracingly down-to-earth book, Christian Jarrett shows that positive personality change lies within reach. And since your beliefs about what's possible are central to what's actually possible, just reading Be Who You Want should get the improvements started' - Oliver Burkeman, author of The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking'Not many people realize the pervasiveness of personality, not only for your success at school and work, but also for your mental and physical health and even your longevity. In this insightful book, Christian Jarrett shows us how to disrupt old strategies and habits and shape our character for the better. A timely and empowering book, you'll never think about your personality in the same way again' - Scott Barry Kaufman, Humanistic Psychologist, host of The Psychology Podcast and author of Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization'There is no better guide to the psychology of personality than Christian Jarrett. Be Who You Want is fascinating and revelatory, identifying the many forces that have shaped us - and the practical ways to become a new person. Filled with compassion, wisdom, and optimism, it is essential reading for anyone interested in the science of self-transformation' - David Robson, author of The Intelligence Trap'It's not an exaggeration to say this book will change your life. Be Who You Want perfectly combines fascinating research, surprising stories, and personal anecdotes to explore how picking your personality can change your daily and long-term outlook. This book is a must-read!' - Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Indistractable'Jarrett makes a persuasive case that personality types are more malleable than we might think' - Tim Harford, Financial Times'Who among us hasn't wanted to make a change in our personality at some point in our lives? Be Who You Want gives us hope that we can upgrade ourselves and lays out a step-by-step plan to get us from here to there. In my more than 30 years as a psychotherapist, I have not found a more plain-spoken and instructive book on transformation' - New York Journal of Books'In this deeply researched and insightful book, Christian Jarrett shows that we are not, in fact, stuck with ourselves. Jarrett argues convincingly that we can and do change - indeed, whether we notice it in ourselves or not, we already are changing. The hopeful message of the book is that it's possible to change ourselves in positive ways, in ways that align with our core values, in ways that allow us, as he writes, to be who we want' - Melissa Dahl, author of Cringeworthy, and Executive Editor of The Cut'The good news is that personality is a skill, and like all skills, we can improve. In this optimistic book, you'll discover what's possible - if we care enough to change' - Seth Godin, author, The Practice'Dr. Jarrett's engaging writing style educates and entertains, even if you're someone who is mostly happy with who you already are. In Be Who You Want, he offers exercises, and insight, to give readers the power to build new habits and change in positive ways' - Elizabeth Loftus, Past President of the Association for Psychological Science'Personality is hard to change, but recent advances in science have shown that with the right tools and strategies it is possible to become a better version of ourselves. This wonderful new book will show you how' - Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, Professor of Business Psychology at University College London and Columbia University'Jarrett's passion and encouragement will give readers the confidence they need to switch things up' - Publishers Weekly'Christian Jarrett has written a lucid, balanced, engaging and authoritative account of the promise of positive personality change. Richly researched and evocatively written, Be Who You Want provides a hopeful and nuanced message. This is essential reading for a general audience who may be puzzled and perplexed about their own personalities and those of people they care about' - Professor Brian R. Little, author of Me, Myself and Us'As a psychologist, it's rare that I come across a book that communicates the complexities of personality and behaviour change in a way that's both accessible and substantive. Be Who You Want does so in spades-with plenty of wit and warmth to boot! An intellectually thrilling and genuinely practical book that will show you how to harness the science of personality to change yourself for the better' - Nick Wignall, clinical psychologist and blogger

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Book SynopsisWith Drawing Your Stress Away and Hello, This Is Your Body Talking, art therapist and educator Dr. Lucia Capacchione presents a new concept in adult coloring: the draw-it-yourself coloring book.

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Book SynopsisContrary to popular belief, borderline personality disorder is NOT a life sentence!If you live with borderline personality disorder (BPD), you already know how painful it can be. But take heart recovery is possible! The Big Book on Borderline Personality Disorder offers advice from someone who's been there and speaks from inside BPD, with empathy, care and insight.Author Shehrina Rooney shrugs off the stigma, busts myths, and translates the diagnostic criteria into everyday language. She explains the brain science of emotion dysregulation and shares her favorite strategies and skills for weathering the storm.The Big Book on Borderline Personality Disorder includes special chapters for family and loved ones, men with BPD, and anyone newly diagnosed. The author gives readers strategies for coping with BPD in the workplace and as a parent. In short, this book covers everything you (or your parents or therapist) could possibly want to know about BPD.This book gives you the information and tools to reclaim your life. With warmth and humor, Shehrina Rooney shows you how you can find contentment, stability, and the freedom to enjoy each day as it comes.

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Book SynopsisThis deck of positive affirmation cards is at the ready for those sleepless midnights when your racing mind could use a comforting lullaby (or two . . . or three). Hooray! Pick a card at random and let its wisdom envelop you in coziness as you count your sheep (or cows, or whatever you're into). Read it oh-so-softly to yourself, absorb its soothing, inspirational message, then silently repeat your favorite tidbit until you drift into dreamland. Like daily affirmationsfor insomniacs! Great mindful gift for womenand anyone trying to get to sleep! 3.25 x 4 inches; 30 hand-illustrated cards, magnetic closure Conceived and written by Suzi Barrett and illustrated by Vikki Chu Daytime version also available. Explore how fans are taking #Affirmators! out of the box, and into the universe! It's . . . Self-Help without the Self-Helpy-Ness!

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Book SynopsisHow to make sense of this world and yourself. 'Life' is a book designed to help people understand themselves, based on science. It explains psychological stress, mental disorders, and provides ways to deal with life challenges. The book opens a way for people to understand themselves and to grow with the help of real science.

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Book SynopsisA unique and empowering resource to overcoming stress and stabilizing your mental health in today’s volatile world—part of the bestselling Inner Game series, with more than one million copies sold! “Tim Gallwey is one of the great teachers of our time. In this day, when many talk of accelerating learning in organizations but few have actually done it, the words of a master are timely indeed.”—Peter M. Senge, author of The Fifth Discipline: The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization Renowned sports psychology expert W. Timothy Gallwey teams up with two esteemed physicians to present an invaluable guide for managing everyday stress. Gallwey explains how negative self-talk undermines us and leaves us feeling helpless and unhappy—and he shows that we have the means to build a shield against stress using our abilities to take childlike pleasure in learning new skills, which can help us rest, relax

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Book SynopsisDraw to yourself the love, success, and self-image you desire as you color. It’s as easy as thinking positively and using your creativity. The law of attraction is based on the belief that positive thinking creates energy, attracting that which you seek. When you repeat affirmations and channel your energy into your dreams, you’re on your way to a better future and a better you. With this inspiring coloring book, you’re immersing yourself in positive vibrational energy. Manifesting is second nature when you’re in the flow of coloring. Manifestation Coloring Book gets you there with:   More than 100 pages to color Inspiring affirmations Dynamic patterns  Positive quotes  With each page you color, you’re getting closer to all that you seek. Tap into your artistic side and watch the positive energy start to surge.

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Love Your Life, a guide to bravely walking forward on the path God has given you-without fear or regret-He has equipped you with all you need.You were not meant to live stuck. Maybe you''ve had glimpses of something much bigger, better, and higher for your life. Maybe, when you''ve let yourself dream God-dreams, you''ve seen things that seemed completely impossible. They''re not impossible-not once you understand that Jesus has given you grace to go for every situation and to overcome every challenge. In Graced to Go, Victoria Osteen encourages you to leave your fear behind and take the first step in the direction that God is calling you. Even the smallest step can get you moving towards your better future. Drawing from the lives of beloved Bible characters who felt stuck in difficult circumstances or faced seemingly-insurmountable odds-including Gideon, Abraham, Esther, and Moses-Victoria helps you see that when they trusted Him and took a step, God blessed them with grace to go. She walks readers through seven ways God prepares us for our own battles. When God calls us, we are graced:-In the strength you have-In the position you''re in-With eyes to see the good-Knowing you matter-Releasing your blessing -With no regrets-Trusting God When God calls us, we are graced with the strength, courage, and gifting we need to face whatever challenge is before us. This encouraging, empowering, and inspiring book will help you to move toward all the favor and blessing God has for you.

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Book SynopsisJust as a physical fast, or change in diet, will rapidly alter your metabolism and natural body chemistry, so too will a sex/dating detox impact your neurochemistry, enabling you to reset, rewire and, ultimately, rejuvenate your love life. This title introduces the basic underpinnings of the Detox program.Trade Review"In a town where everyone wants go down in history remembered for something, Ian Kerner wants to go down as the champion of going down." -- New York magazine "Love Sex and the City? Revisit the world of strategic dating with Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either." -- People "Men, while still lame, can no longer hide behind the old excuse of ignorance when it comes to pleasuring a woman--the facts are all here in this complete guide." -- Dr. Drew Pinsky, co-host of Loveline "Move over, Casanova. Step aside, Don Juan. Out of the way Mr. Big. Meet Ian Kerner, the author of She Comes First: The Thinking Man's Guide to Pleasuring a Woman." -- New York Post "Required reading for all men who are dating and all women who are wondering why they're not satisfied." -- Cindy Chupack, writer/executive producer of Sex and the City "Take note, guys. This book is your secret weapon." -- Jauretsi Saizarbitoria, Jane Magazine "This book has an incredible amount of detailed, useful information about pleasuring women. I kind of knew I was doing everything wrong, but now I know why. Thanks Ian!" -- Joel Stein "This well-written, hands-on, fluff-free book puts the 'big-penis-big-orgasm' theory to rest once and for all, and offers men the tools they need to have their partners coming back for more. No man or woman should be without it." -- Michele Weiner-Davis, M.S.W., author of The Sex-Starved Marriage "Witty and informed ... this must-read promises to help you break your bad dating habits and stay true to your own intentions." -- Us Weekly "Ian Kerner is that rare man who truly loves women and wants to help them. Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either is a smart and very funny guide to getting off your butt and getting back on the journey that will eventually lead you to someone who love -- From the foreword by Amy Sohn, New York magazine columnist "Here comes a book that puts men in their places - smack dab in between women's legs!" -- Cake "Every man's must-read. Tell your guy to put down the remote and pick up She Comes First." -- Cosmopolitan "Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either is a funny and truly helpful look at what modern women may have forgotten (or just won't admit) about themselves. Ian Kerner's insights show us what we really think, why it matters, and how we can get what we really want." -- Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life "Armed with a doctorate in clinical sexology, Kerner has devoted his life to the study and practice of good sex-there are few men that wouldn't benefit from the female-centric philosophy and techniques that Kerner advocates." -- Salon.com "An entire book written strictly for the pleasure of women by a man. Hallelujah!" -- Playgirl "A funny and truly helpful look at what modern women may have forgotten (or just won't admit) about themselves. -- Jane Buckingham, author of The Modern Girl's Guide to Life "[Kerner] addresses common sexual concerns with compassion and straightforward advice." -- New York Post "Women will be putty in your hands if you read this book!" -- Anka Radakovich, author of The Wild Girl's Club "You've all heard about 'lunch at the Y.' Well, this book will make it a feeding frenzy." -- -Sue Johanson, host of Oxygen's Talk Sex PRAISE FOR BE HONEST-YOU'RE NOT THAT INTO HIM EITHER: "Love Sex and the City? Revisit the world of strategic dating with Be Honest-You're Not That Into Him Either." -- People PRAISE FOR SHE COMES FIRST: "The sex manual getting the most attention these days is She Comes First... With a cool sense of humor and an obsessive desire to inform, [Kerner] encourages men through an act that many find mystifying." -- New York Times PRAISE FOR BE HONEST-YOU'RE NOT THAT INTO HIM EITHER "Unlike many nuptial-obsessed manuals, Be Honest is about figuring out how to best serve your own needs, both sexual and otherwise, and still respect yourself in the morning." -- Elle.com "It's refreshing and reassuring to know that Ian Kerner is out there in the world showing people how to love." -- Helen Fisher, PhD, author of Why We Love: The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love "Who knew that a temporary bout of celibacy could be so sexy? This book will gently hold your hand throughout the process, challenging you with questions you never dared ask yourself and inspiring you with stories and manageable to-do lists." -- Em & Lo, authors of Buh Bye: The Ultimate Guide to Dumping and Getting Dumped and Sex Toy: An A-Z Guide to Bedside Accessories "Kerner makes intimacy intimate again, as well as downright lustful. You'll walk away trusting your instincts instead of subscribing to the fabricated ideas of what sexy 'should' be." -- Stephanie Klein, author of Straight Up and Dirty

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Book SynopsisA guided journal that invites you to write letters to and from different parts of yourself, to others, and even to nature. Uncover hidden emotions and explore on your many heartfelt connections through the transformative practice of reflective letter writing. The journal becomes a memento - a keepsake filled with love. Not only has 'journaling' been shown to improve people's health and sense of wellbeing, the kind of 'affectionate writing' in Letters of Love has been studied and shown to have a dramatic effect, increasing happiness and reducing stress.

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Book SynopsisDefuse your anger with CBT Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a hugely popular self-help technique, which teaches you how to break free from destructive or negative behaviors and make positive changes to both your thoughts and your actions.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part I: The Knowledge: Anger, CBT and Change 7 Chapter 1: Things You Need To Know About Anger 9 Chapter 2: Knowing About CBT and Making Changes 23 Part II: Managing Your Anger: Putting CBT into Action 43 Chapter 3: Investigating Your Own Anger 45 Chapter 4: Cooling Down Your Angry Thinking 65 Chapter 5: Dealing With Your Real Feelings 89 Chapter 6: Changing Your Angry Behaviour 103 Chapter 7: Using Assertiveness to Bypass Anger 131 Part III: Changing for the Better, Changing for Good 149 Chapter 8: Changing Old Habits for New 151 Chapter 9: Getting Past Setbacks and Finding Support 163 Part IV: The Part of Tens 181 Chapter 10: Ten Tips to Put Out the Fire When You're Angry 183 Chapter 11: Ten Tips for Dealing With Angry People 191 Index 199

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Book SynopsisIn Warrior Goddess Training, bestselling author HeatherAsh Amara provided the antidote to the flawed idea that you are not enough. Direct, honest and unapologetic, Warrior Goddess Training has helped thousands of womenrelease layers of expectations to reveal the authentic, perceptive, perfect person within.In this Warrior Goddess Training Companion Workbook, you can practise putting this knowledge into action. Read it simultaneously with Warrior Goddess Training: Become the Woman You Are Meant to Be, or after you've completed the primary book. It will accompany you as you build your selfesteem, rev up your inner power and take new, authentic actions in the world on your way to becoming a Warrior Goddess.This workbook features an expanded discussion of the 10 main lessons and exercises from Warrior Goddess Training, over 20 brand-new exercises, plus an in-depth Q&A section where the author addresses the most common obstacles women face on the Warrior Goddess path.Let this book be a beacon that illuminates the hidden places within you, that shines bright like the sun on any old fears and unhealthy patterns, and helps you burn away your limitations and struggles to reveal the WarriorGoddess within.Trade ReviewHeatherAsh Amara's Warrior Goddess Training is a book for the upcoming generation, an antidote to the pervasive pressures of the advertising industry and the public media as to what a woman should be. She has synthesized the teachings of feminism and female shamanism, encouraging modern girls and women to hold their own and claim their authority. -- Vicki Noble, healer, artist, teacher and author of Shakti Woman and The Double Goddess

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Book Synopsis ''If you''re thinking about trying mindfulness, this is the perfect introduction....I''m grateful to Andy for helping me on this journey.'' BILL GATES''It''s kind of genius'' EMMA WATSON Feeling stressed about Covid/Brexit/everything? Try this...Demystifying meditation for the modern world: an accessible and practical route to improved health, happiness and well being, in as little as 10 minutes.Andy Puddicombe, founder of the celebrated Headspace, is on a mission: to get people to take 10 minutes out of their day to sit in the now. Here he shares his simple to learn, but highly effective techniques of meditation. * Rest an anxious, busy mind* Find greater ease when faced with difficult emotions, thoughts, circumstances* Improve focus and concentration * Sleep better* Achieve new levels of calm and fulfillment. The benefits of mindfulness and meditation Trade ReviewThe expert's expert - Britain's top meditation guru. * The Times *Learn to live in the moment with GET SOME HEADSPACE by top meditation guru Andy Puddicombe. His practical guide will help you de-stress and have a calmer, happier life. * Grazia *'If you've always wanted to try meditation, then this is the perfect guide to 'mindfulness' and finding yourself ten minutes of Zen'. * Scotsman Magazine *Andy bubbles over with enthusiasm and is so easy to follow that most of us leave convinced and with every intention of an attempt to sustain our relaxed/alert state. * Easy Living *A quiet mind is the key to feeling less stressed, less tired and having a new level of calm and contentment. * Woman's Way *

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Book SynopsisThe companion workbook to Faith Harper's popular Unfuck Your Intimacy.

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Book Synopsis52 cards with simple, in-the-moment mindfulness and embodiment practices to show you how to be kinder to yourself and increase your sense of well-being, self-confidence, and connection to others in your daily life.The Awakening Self-Compassion Cards offer a clear and actionable program of self-compassion, mindfulness, and embodiment practices that will resonate with anyone who wants to cultivate more confidence and agency in their life. Transpersonal psychologist and licensed clinical social worker Ann Saffi Biasetti has crafted each card to offer a new slogan to help you understand an embodied sense, work with it, and follow the guided questions and mantras you need to further unpack and tailor the slogan to your unique needs. Some of the slogans you will be working with include: "Staying Present Is Compassionate Progress," "Becoming a Friend to Yourself," "Re-Framing a Tough Moment," and "Permission Over Perfection." This easy-to-use card deck will help you retrain yourself to act with self-compassion, unlearn destructive habits, and ultimately set you on the path to staying grounded in the face of fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt.

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Book SynopsisTHE #1 BESTSELLERA unique toolbox-in-a-book that could change your energy levels and your life, from disruptor, visionary, and world-renowned wellness expert Alla Svirinskaya.In this trailblazing book, Alla uncovers the hidden reason behind our energy and power loss – our innate tendency to synchronize with others, which brings positives such as infectious laughter and enthusiasm, but also negatives in the form of exhaustion from ‘catching’ negative vibes. Energy knowledge brings energy power, and with the guidance of Energy Rules you will filter out what harms and attract what uplifts. Our energy is a precious part of our identity, as unique as our fingerprint, and we all possess a distinct ‘energy ID’. In this highly practical book, you’ll learn how to unlock yours and use it to navigate your life. Hailed as a ‘super guru’, Alla demystifies commonly misunderstood terms, like ‘toxic energy’, ‘energy hygiene’ and ‘energy vampire’ so you can transform the fear of negativity into your authentic superpower.This practical and pro-inclusion guide is an ideal companion and catalyst to any modality of therapy and self-care routine you might be undertaking. Alla's results-oriented approach won her universal praise, and in this book full of easily applied expert know-how, you’ll discover how to:– live a ‘non-toxic energy’ lifestyle for thriving in the modern world– sustain your spiritual wellbeing throughout your daily life– self-scan your energy for blockages and life-force loss– supercharge your aura immunity for energy self-defence – recognize different types of energy vampires and create tailored protection– apply Alla’s practice-proven quick-shift energy techniques for immediate self-regulation– unlock your ‘energy ID’ and become your authentic self– apply ‘energy hygiene’ to purify your energy environment and clean your inner magnet for attracting intentions– use Alla’s ‘aura probiotics’ formula to enable positive energy not only to be attracted to you, but also thrive within you – share easy energy rules with family and friends to improve the energy environment in the world– minimize ‘digital pollution’ and embrace digital living on human terms– mend energy leaks to upsurge your life force– upgrade your self-care routine with secrets for personal energy management – supercharge your manifestation abilities– heal with a pioneering sense-hacking ‘Energyceutical’ Power MeditationEnergy might rule, but you hold the reins with Energy Rules!For decades, bestselling author Alla Svirinskaya has made headlines around the world with her extraordinary healing power. Now, with her highly acclaimed Energy Rules, you can hold the power to your energy makeover and wellbeing breakthrough. Sounds too good? This book will feel even better – start playing by the new rules today and feel the difference! This book was previously published as Own Your Energy.

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Book SynopsisReveals myth and “otherness” as keys to restoring self, nature, and society• Shows how myths contain medicine to restore wholeness amidst trauma, exile, sudden life change, disability, illness, death, or grief• Synthesizes lessons from shamanic practice, quantum physics, alchemy, soul poetry, wildness, social justice, and the author’s lived experience• Discloses the blessings of outsiderhood and the gifts and insights gained and contributed to culture by those who are marginalized and outcastThere is an “other” that lives within each of us, an exiled part that carries wisdom needed for ourselves and the culture at large. Having survived disabling polio as an infant, Daniel Deardorff knows the oppressions of exclusion and outsiderhood. He guides readers on an initiatory journey through ancient myth, literature, and personal revelation to discover our own true identity. These 10,000-year-old stories contain sacred medicine with insights that release imagination and restore wholeness amid trauma, exile, climate chaos, disability, illness, death, and grief. Illustrating how archetypal figures of the Other--the Trickster, Daimon, Not-I, etc.--hold paradox, Deardorff teaches us to reframe disparities of self/other, civilization/ wilderness, form/deformity and transform the experience of being outcast. Synthesizing lessons from shamanic practice, quantum physics, alchemy, social justice, and his own lived experience, Deardorff affirms the disruptive and transgressive forces that break through dogma, conventionality, and prejudice. He discloses blessings of outsiderhood and gifts to culture by those who are marginalized. Through mythmaking (mythopoesis), the experience of Otherness--cultural, racial, religious, sexual, physiognomic--becomes one of empowerment, a catalyst for human liberation.Trade Review“One of the most astonishing, thought-provoking, and strategically subversive books I’ve ever read. The Other Within weaves mythology, depth psychology, and profound musings on disability and art, dancing at the edge of the unsayable to unmake the social structures that oppress us all.” * Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes *“A book to savor . . . a love song to the Outsider, a paeon to the transformative potential of myth, a profound and generous guidebook for living wholeheartedly in dangerous times.” * Sharon Blackie, Ph.D., author of If Women Rose Rooted and The Enchanted Life *“The ‘other within’ is uncertain terrain for many, and we need someone to guide us through this labyrinth of the unfamiliar. Daniel Deardorff is that expert guide. Essential reading.” * Clyde W. Ford, author of Of Blood and Sweat and The Hero with an African Face *“This book is a well, a portal, a very carefully tended path into the mysteries of myth. It is also a map, a worthwhile one for learning how to transcend the complexities and challenges faced by individuals on entering this Earth. It is a must-read for those wanting to understand boldness of heart in the face of adversity.” * Miguel Rivera, musician, mentor, translator, and teacher *“The Other Within is liberating. Deardorff frees us from the oppressive weight of the ideal, the perfect, and draws our gaze toward the borderlands where we catch glimpses of what has been outcast. The trail that Deardorff invites us to follow through the brambles of the psyche is not easy or comforting. His is a work of descent, an invitation into the depths of soul. It is here that we discover the medicine needed by our struggling world. We enter the hive of vulnerability, sorrow, uncertainty, and shame and recover our shared humanity. This book is a blessing to anyone who ever felt estranged from the shimmering world.” * Francis Weller, MFT, author of The Wild Edge of Sorrow *“Deardorff’s masterpiece weaves a tempestuous spell that tosses us into shadowy depths where we might encounter that strange and strangely familiar one within who is, blessedly, an outcast from the life-destroying, conformist-consumer culture precisely because they understand their destined role in shaping the mysterious new world calling to us in the night. The Other Within is one of the few books I recommend to those learning to guide others on the descent to soul.” * Bill Plotkin, Ph.D., author of Soulcraft and Wild Mind *“I read the first sentence and was stopped in my tracks: ‘Denial is contagious and facts are an addictive substitute for truth.’ I told Daniel that I could spend my whole life on just this sentence. When Deardorff writes about walking among the ashes, it reminds us that there is a cost to thewisdom journey; there is a cost to freedom. This true and crooked path has gifts for us no matter the wound. With Trickster Wisdom through myths, he shows us the way deeper into ourselves and, by doing so, connects us more to each other.” * Quanita Roberson, coauthor of The InnerGround Railroad *“Daniel Deardorff searches through our mythic inheritance for the radical otherness that allows the human soul to find and handle the contradictions and oppositions inherent in all of life. With insight and wit, he finds the beauty within disfigurement, the worthiness of crooked things, and the essential genius hidden in the outcast. He offers an imagination of the transgressive, an inventive trickster intelligence that revalues the necessary otherness found both in the margins of culture and in the depths of the individual soul.” * Michael Meade, author of Awakening the Soul *“As I said to fellow wordsmith Michael Ventura just before I went on stage to play drums with Danny, ‘maybe Deardorff should be Jim Morrison’s replacement. He won’t be wearing leather pants, but his depth of soul is a match.’” * John Densmore, author of The Seekers, The Doors: Unhinged, and Riders on the Storm *“The storyteller casts spells. The spells that Daniel Deardorff wove spell out the dark myths of othering that rule the world we have created and that warps our relationship to one another and to the Earth. It is most often from the margin or from exile, from the othered, the deviant (physical, racial, ethnic, religious, sexual) that enlightenment and the prophet comes. Never have we more needed to hear the voices of our healer storytellers such as Danny tell and elucidate for us the healing myths.” * Rafael Jesús González, poet laureate of Berkeley, California *“The boundlessness of Daniel Deardorff’s soul, the ferocity and tenderness of his heart rang like a struck bell within each person who came upon his path. In him the divine was constantly working on itself, puzzling its favorite koan: In what sort of body, in what kind of creature, can I most exuberantly dance? This lucid book masquerades as a work of scholarship. Watch it waltz you over the cliff.” * David Abram, author of The Spell of the Sensuous and Becoming Animal *“Because the important figure of the Trickster has eluded many in our modern culture, I urge you to read Daniel Deardorff on the subject. In this amazing study of the real and imagined ‘other,’ he has given a valuable roadmap to the profound regions of Story.” * Gioia Timpanelli, author of Sometimes the Soul *“At any moment when it seems like we have squandered the spiritual journey and feel like an outcast, we might just stumble into unexpected illumination. Deardorff’s The Other Within is a unique contribution to our understanding of the inner quest. It shows us how to see the extraordinary beauty in our brokenness.” * Jonathan Young, Ph.D., psychologist, founding curator of the Joseph Campbell Archives *“The Other Within challenges our understanding to grasp not only the conundrum of our mutually destructive impulses but the very roots of the human imagination. Deardorff’s book will reward the seeker with its kaleidoscopic range of knowledge to explain that the fearsome stranger approaching is our own visage in the mirror.” * Paul Kleyman, national coordinator of the Journalists Network on Generations *“Unflinching, sometimes uncomfortable, always brave and provocative, this is a book like no other.” * Ellen Dissanayake, author of Homo Aestheticus *“Daniel’s polio made him crooked; his heart made him true. We all can be true if we listen to Daniel, not only with our ears but also with our hearts.” * Dr. Richard L. Bruno, director of the International Centre for Polio Education *“The telling of myths is medicine for the soul. Danny is, thanks to his brilliant work in The Other Within, just an amazing medicine man the likes of whom will never be seen in this world again. If you had the opportunity to see and hear him, you know how blessed of a man he was and how he blessed all of us who had the privilege and honor to be in his presence. What a remarkable story weaver.” * John Lee, author of Odd One Out and The Flying Boy *Table of ContentsForeword: Thrown Out the Window by Robert SimmonsAcknowledgments Introduction: The City and the Forest by Robert BlyOverture Raven Whispers & Forbidden DoorsPreludeSongs of the Dog-Man Scapegoat: A Stricken Deer Aporia: Alexander’s Iron GateWasters, Rhymers, Minstrels & Other Vagabonds Fire on the Mountain Mandorla: The Bird-Masked Dog-Toothed DancersThe Bird with One Leg Part OneTrickster Wisdom The Crucible: In the Iron Cradle Kaleidoscope: The Ten Thousand Things Chymera: Mirror of the Beast Part TwoThe Leaping Consciousness Dragon Smoke: The Marriage of Heaven and Hell Gnomonica: The Tree of Joyful DifficultyThe Lyre: Where the Callus Meets the String Coda Masquerade The Drum: For the Serpent & the BirdOf the Spirit & the Flesh The Singer: Throw Yourself Like Seed The Cauldron: And Each Is the Work of All Afterword: Danny’s Leap by Martin Shaw Glossary NotesSelect BibliographyIndex About the Authors and the Mythsinger Legacy Project

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Book SynopsisLethargic inactivity can be debilitating and depressing; but for those living in the modern world, the pendulum has swung far in the other direction. We live in a hectic, hyperactive, over-stimulated age. Excessive busyness and overfilled schedules are the norm, as are their effects on our mental and emotional lives. How might we address and counter such problems, for the sake of experiencing our lives more fully?In How to Be Bored, Eva Hoffman explores the importance we place on success, high level function, effectiveness and alertness in today's competitive society. In a world where it is almost impossible to be idle, she draws upon lessons from history, literature and psychotherapy to help us embrace boredom and find meaning in doing nothing - to appreciate real reflection and enjoy the richness of our inner and external lives.Trade ReviewThe School of Life is dedicated to making our lives clearer, less puzzling and more enjoyable - by studying the big themes of life with the help of culture. This new series of self-help books continues to reinvent the genre, making it into something more serious, profound and genuinely helpful. * Alain de Botton *

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Book SynopsisThe much-anticipated fourth edition of the best-selling classic by Matthew McKay, Self-Esteem is the go-to guide for those seeking to increase their sense of self-worth. This fully revised new edition features an innovative application of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to self-esteem and utilizes updated cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help readers create positive change and thrive.If you struggle with low self-esteem, or you're seeking positive and effective ways of building a healthy sense of self-worth, this much-anticipated fourth edition of the best-selling classic by Matthew McKay is your go-to guide. This fully revised edition features an innovative application of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to self-esteem, and utilizes updated cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you create positive change and thrive.Circumstances and status can affect self-esteem-many factors can contribute to the way we see ourselves-but the one contributing factor that all people who struggle with low self-esteem have in common is our thoughts. Of course we all have a better chance of feeling good about ourselves when things are going well, but it's really our interpretation of our circumstances that can cause trouble, regardless of what they are.This revised and updated fourth edition of the best-selling Self-Esteem uses proven-effective methods of CBT and relevant components of ACT to help you raise low self-esteem by working on the way you interpret your life. You'll learn how to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy self-esteem, how to uncover and analyze negative self-statements, and how to create new, more objective and positive self-statements to support your self-esteem rather than undermine it. And with cutting-edge material on defusion and values, you'll learn to let go of judgmental, self-attacking thoughts and act in accordance with what matters to you most, enhancing your sense of self-worth.If you struggle with low or unhealthy self-esteem, this new edition of Self-Esteem, packed with evidence-based tips and techniques, has everything you need to improve the way you see yourself for better overall well-being.

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Book Synopsis'David Wagner is a transformational teacher and dedicated leader, on a committed path of service, guiding others to awaken to their inner wisdom and authentic power.' Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of Miracles Now. So many self-help books on the market have a feminine edge and do not speak directly to a man's masculinity. The message that men have been given so far is that they have to get in touch with their feminine side if they want to embrace change. This book blows this theory out of the water and is a total game changer. It enables men to transform entirely, working with their masculinity instead of against it. Straight talking, down-to-earth and humorous Wagner addresses the challenges that modern men typically face, asking the reader to join him in a series of profound self-examination exercises and questions covering life purpose, male identity, spirituality, self-limitation, sexuality, relationships, fatherhood and more. Every chapter is highly practical and also includes observations and examples from David's own life journey as well as insights gained from the many clients and groups he has worked with over the years. Men all over the world will be saying: 'Finally a book that actually speaks to me in my language'.Trade Review"David Wagner is a transformational teacher and dedicated leader, on a committed path of service, guiding others to awaken to their inner wisdom and authentic power." --Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of "Miracles Now "Most men are allergic to the big conversations around purpose, passion, and power because, well, they re usually boring or too far out there . David is one of the rare men on this Earth who has the brains, heart, and balls to go deep without losing his sense of humor. He s a modern teacher for wisdom of the ages." --"Tripp Lanier, International Men's Coach and Host of "The New Man Podcast " This is a book that every man needs to read! Wagner has a way of making practical, no-bullshit, life-changing wisdom totally accessible. "--"Dominic Carubba, men s coach, author of "7 Pages to Success" Such an important and accessible read for men of today. David s compelling voice offers men the most perfect distinctions and the best questions to be both powerful AND happy. "--"Elena Brower, yoga teacher and author of "Art of Attention" Backbone is a fabulous title and it exactly what David has given me a spiritual backbone with which I can blast off and accomplish my goals and live my dreams bravo!!! "--"Lev Gorn, actor on "The Americans "(FX Network) In a world that controls language toward neutrality, and weakens traditional gender lines, where men are shamed for acting like a man, David gets straight to the point of what it means to be a spiritual man, and to reach a deeper level of understanding of what it means to be a man. "--"Ron Silver, restauranteur-chef and author of "Bubby s Brunch Cookbook"

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Book SynopsisLose at least 5lbs in 5 days with Jason Vale's newest, easiest and most effective juicing programme ever.Jason Vale aka The Juice Master and the man responsible for turning around the lives (and diets) of celebrities and top athletes from around the world has designed a brand new programme to reshape and reinvigorate your body in just 5 days. Lose the weight you've always dreamed of without restricting what you can eat or drink at the weekend.The culmination of over a decade's worth of research, 5lbs in 5 Days is a new and fresh approach to juicing and the ultimate guide to kickstarting rapid and healthy weight loss, boosting your energy levels and motivation, and maintaining optimum health.Follow Jason's plan and you'll lose at least 5lbs in 5 days (the average is actually 7lbs) and be recharged on both a physical and a mental level.Packed full of juicy recipes and tips for getting started, it's simple to start and straightforward to follow. Start juicing today!

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Book SynopsisWe can all get angry from time to time but when it gets out of hand it can have a serious impact on many aspects of our lives. As well as having an impact on our physical and mental health and our ability to engage in healthy relationships, it can also potentially have an enormous impact on society. The media is rife with stories of domestic violence, tragic stories of shaken babies, road-rage incidents and bullying.Mounting evidence suggests that all this anger can be harmful to us in a number of different ways. As well as the enormously damaging impact chronic anger can have on our relationships with other people, it is being linked to health problems such as cardiovascular disease and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and mental illnesses such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This invaluable self-help guide will enable the reader to recognise their personal anger problems, gain an understanding of what lies behind their anger, and use techniques based on Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to deal with their anger more effectively. CFT was initially developed by Professor Paul Gilbert, author of The Compassionate Mind, to treat those with high levels of self-criticism. It uses the proven, research-based techniques of CBT and other therapies with a special focus on the importance of developing inner compassion, in order to alleviate feelings of shame, develop a more balanced outlook and promote resilience. It incorporates elements of mindfulness and Tibetan Buddhism with recent research on human development and studies of the brain. It is increasingly used to treat a wide range of emotional and psychological problems including depression, overeating, shyness, trauma, anxiety and anger.Trade ReviewA ground-breaking, helpful and insightful guide to managing anger. -- Professor Paul Gilbert, author of The Compassionate Mind

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Book SynopsisThis book combines new thinking, cutting edge neuroscience, humour and Phil Parker's upside-down perspective to life's problems and their solutions to help you become happy and fulfilled. Learn how to:- use the power of language to release 'stuckness' and create change- recognize and interrupt negative thought patterns to change the way your brain works- develop awareness of exactly what you need to do differently, so that you can become your own coach- choose a new future - and make sure that it happens!Based on two decades of research and Phil's world-changing Lightning Process®, Get the Life You Love, Now takes you step-by-step on an amazing journey of self-discovery unlike anything you've ever experienced before.Trade ReviewAstonishing, swift and simple. The Independent I discovered I was a genius at getting the life I love - everybody should have a chance to learn this. Laura Mvula, MOBO award-winning artist I am deeply inspired by Phil Parker. His work is illuminating and practical. In Get the Life You Love, NOW he reveals what you really need to "du" to experience a life you love. -- Robert Holden, author of Loveability and Shift Happens! The results are extraordinary - seeing is believing. Mary King, Olympic horse woman Given that 90 per cent of doctor's visits are the result of stress, stress-reducing techniques like the ones taught in Phil Parker's book can be not only life-saving, but happiness- saving. With power tools aimed at helping you unravel limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours that keep you from thriving, this book is just what the doctor ordered. -- Lissa Rankin MD, New York Times bestselling author of Mind Over Medicine Phil Parker is a miracle worker who really walks his talk. His dedication to the wellness and happiness of others shines through his work, and he is always willing to support the healing and growth of all those he comes across. I have the pleasure of calling Phil my friend and I am mesmerized by the radical shifts his Lightning Process has created? for others. This book is filled with love and integrity. -- Kyle Gray, author of Angel Prayers and The Angel Whisperer To live a happy life requires different attitudes as well as new skills. Phil Parker's amazing new book provides an enjoyable and practical way to gain both. His great skill as a storyteller and his easy writing style breathe life into the usually turgid NLP genre. -- Robbie Steinhouse, author of Think Like an Entrepreneur, Brilliant Decision Making and How to Coach with NLP An incredible collection of easy-to-get ideas that bring super-fast results. Phil's life-healing strategies are based upon truth and his lifetime of experience. There is excellence on each page! -- Derek Mills, international speaker, mentor and author of The 10-Second Philosophy(R) Phil's genius is not just in helping you to connect to your own genius - if you follow his message he makes it inevitable. If you've ever wondered if there must be more to life than this, there is... the magic is right there between your ears. But the best news is that the way to access it is right here in your hands. -- Ali Campbell, life coach, hypnotherapist and? author of Just Get On With It! Phil Parker is an expert on the mind-body connection and how to create happiness and fulfilment. His work has already achieved fantastic results with people around the world - this book gives you the tools to do the same. -- David Hamilton, author of Is Your Life Mapped Out?and How Your Mind Can Heal Your Body If you have just found yourself with this book in your hands,? it is usually for a reason. Phil Parker shapes this book so that it becomes easy to make changes and live a life that isn't held back by the boundaries of the mind... he also is a really nice chap. -- John Whiteman, author of 9 Days to Feel Fantastic ?and originator of 'The Way' With this book we will be able to reclaim our personal power and inner resourcefulness, taking charge of our lives positively and actively. It gives us a way of retraining our mind so that we manifest a life that we truly want to live. -- Emma Roberts, EFT trainer and author of Step-by- Step Tapping and Even Though I Have Cancer

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Book SynopsisBased on scientific research, this groundbreaking study from the frontiers of psychology and medicine offers startling new insight into the healing powers and medical benefits of forgiveness. Through vivid examples (including his work with victims from both sides of Northern Ireland’s civil war), Dr. Fred Luskin offers a proven nine-step forgiveness method that makes it possible to move beyond being a victim to a life of improved health and contentment.

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Book SynopsisWhether you’re welcoming a new puppy into your family or want to help your best friend overcome fears or problem behaviors, internationally renowned dog trainer and best-selling author Kyra Sundance presents your essential reference for positive dog training. Using a visually driven, playful presentation, Dog Training 101 offers step-by-step instructions to train your pup to be a happy, attentive, and well-mannered canine. You will use positive training methods—including humane counterconditioning and positive redirection—to build a joyful relationship with your dog, who will become a willing partner in the process. Teach your dog basic commands, such as: Sit Down Stay Come Drop it Leave it Learn real-world tactics for managing common household problems, such as: Leash pulling Jumping on visitors Begging at the table Getting into the trash can Growling Peeing (submissive, excited, and marking) Kyra will also help you teach your pup to overcome common fears, among them: Loud sounds Being left alone Certain people Vacuum cleaner The bathtub This comprehensive guide also includes step-by-step advice for bringing a new dog into your household: preparing for a new dog’s arrival, tips for a smooth transition into the household, introducing him or her to your family, and acclimating your dog to his or her new world.Fun games you can play with your dog offer both opportunities for bonding and a chance to practice rules and boundaries within a defined structure. A “Good to Know” chapter offers an array of useful information, including the Heimlich maneuver for dogs, a list of weird things dogs do that are perfectly normal, and a list of common poisons. Bond with your dog as you strive toward common goals with Dog Training 101.Also by Kyra Sundance, learn to do even more with your dog with: 101 Dog Tricks; The Dog Tricks and Training Workbook; 51 Puppy Tricks; 10-Minute Dog Training Games; 101 Dog Tricks, Kids Edition; The Pocket Guide to Dog Tricks; Kyra’s Canine Conditioning; and The Joy of Dog Training.Trade ReviewSTARRED REVIEW "New and experienced dog owners will find terrific tools to ensure success in behavior and training. Perfect for new dog 'parents.'" -- Library Journal * Library Journal *"From specific issues to general good manners, the author breaks each task into three steps: before you start, troubleshooting, and tip. Then she gets right down to business with written instructions and accompanying photos that show what she’s talking about. Lots of good stuff, including doggie behaviors that seem weird but are actually quite natural." * BayWoof.com *

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Book Synopsis Create a healthier and happier life by treating yourself with compassion rather than shame. Imagine a graph with two lines. One indicates happiness, the other tracks how you feel about your body. If you’re like millions of people, the lines do not intersect. But what if they did? This practical, inspirational, and visually lively book shows you the way to a sense of well-being attained by understanding how to love, connect, and care for yourself—and that includes your mind as well as your body.Body Kindness is based on four principles. WHAT YOU DO: the choices you make about food, exercise, sleep, and more HOW YOU FEEL: befriending your emotions and standing up to the unhelpful voice in your head WHO YOU ARE: goal-setting based on your personal values WHERE YOU BELONG: body-loving support from people and communities that help you create a meaningful life With mind and body exercises tTrade Review“simple and true" —New York Times Book Review “[Scritchfield] provides fantastic tips for transforming your mental and physical health… a must-read."—TheHuffington Post “[A] rousing guide to better health… Scritchfield’s work boils down complex behavioral science ideas into accessible self-improvement strategies.” —Publishers Weekly “If you are ready to stop torturing yourself with diets and self-criticism and start nourishing your body and mind with healthy choices that help you reach your true potential, consider this wonderful book your road map. Scritchfield provides inspiration and real-life strategies in a fun and friendly style, with lots of helpful graphic tools." —Ellie Krieger, MS, RD, host of Ellie’s Real Good Food on public television and award-winning cookbook author “For all of us who’ve been caught up in punishing cycles of busyness, perfectionism, crazy cleanses, deprivation, too much work, joyless to-do lists, and too little sleep, Rebecca Scritchfield’s Body Kindness offers a refreshing antidote. In this common-sense, warm, and eminently practical guide backed by science and story, Scritchfield shows how taking time to pause and set our own internal compasses is the first step toward overcoming deeply held cultural expectations and transforming our lives.” —Brigid Schulte, award-winning journalist and author of the New York Times bestselling Overwhelmed: How to Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time "As a firm believer in the power of body positivity, I'm thrilled and impressed by Rebecca Scritchfield's amazing tips for manifesting a joyful, healthy outlook on life, and for honoring the body you have right now." —Jessamyn Stanley, instructor, blogger, author of Every Body Yoga “If you want to change, start by acknowledging your strength. And then read this book to walk your way into a life that feels as good inside as it does outside.” —Julie Smolyansky, CEO, Lifeway Foods, and documentary film producer “With clarity and compassion, Scritchfield tells us what we desperately need to know: Diet culture pretends to be about health, but actually makes us sick. We end up obsessing over our bodies and forget about our souls. Eating and exercise turn into chores, and self-worth gets dictated by the number on a scale. For anyone who’s been poisoned by superficial diet plans and strict food rules, this book is the perfect antidote. Read it if you’re ready to stop dieting and start loving yourself and your life!” —Alan Levinovitz, PhD, author of The Gluten Lie “What a pleasure to read such a sensible, self-loving book about improving one’s health. Rebecca Scritchfield’s Body Kindness method honors body diversity—for real! She’s not scamming her readers with bogus weight-loss promises. Her weight-neutral, compassionate, and practical approach to health allows people to make joyful, long-lasting changes in their self-care practices.” —Connie Sobczak, author of Embody: Learning to Love Your Unique Body (and Quiet That Critical Voice!) and cofounder, The Body Positive “Say good-bye to body-shaming and dieting. Body Kindness is a refreshing and timely book, which describes how health begins by being kind with self-care actions. Written in a friendly tone (as if you are talking to one of your best girlfriends), by a dietitian, who has overcome her own war with her body. Readers will enjoy the stories, infographics, and the many helpful action steps to make peace with food, body, and mind—once and for all!” —Evelyn Tribole, MS, RD, coauthor of Intuitive Eating and The Intuitive Eating Workbook “It is just not possible to hate yourself to health. Body Kindness is a comprehensive, compassionate, and honest user’s manual that guides you to nourish, move, care for, and yes, accept your body now.” —Michelle May, MD, author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat “Put down that diet book and smash your scale—they don’t help you get healthy! Rebecca has taught me that the best thing I could do for my health is to take care of my body and stop fighting it.” —Bernie Salazar, MEd, At-Home Winner, The Biggest Loser, season 5

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Book SynopsisNarcissistic abuse was originally defined as a specific form of emotional abuse of children by narcissistic parents, more recently the term has been applied more broadly to refer to any abuse by a narcissist (someone that who admires their own attributes), in particular adult-to-adult relationships the abuse may be mental, physical, financial, spiritual or sexual. If you have been through an abusive relationship with someone who has Narcissistic Personality Disorder, you will know that no one understands what you are going through unless they have personally experienced it. Melanie Tonia Evans was abused by her former husband for over five years, it almost took her to the point of no return, at her lowest point she had an epiphany that signified the birth of the Quanta Freedom Healing Technique. In this book you will learn how to: recognise if you are in an abusive relationship how to detach remove yourself from the narcissist's ability to affect or abuse you any more identify your subconscious programme, release it and replace it focus on healing yourself become empowered thrive and not just survive This revolutionary programme is designed to heal you from the inside out, its effectiveness has been proven by thousands of people worldwide.Trade Review“In You Can Thrive After Narcissistic Abuse, Melanie Tonia Evans offers a healing and transformative pathway for the people who need it most. Suffused with her personal experience, deep wisdom, and powerful insights, Evans’ writing provides all the tools you need to validate the effects of narcissistic abuse, and ultimately to release and heal the pain and claim a new life, not merely as a survivor, but as a thriver. Narcissistic personality disorder is a far more common problem than most people realize, and whether your romantic partner, parent, or child has this disorder, you would be well served to use Melanie’s book as a map to help you navigate your journey toward liberation and personal empowerment.” —Arielle Ford, bestselling author, The Soulmate Secret, Manifest the Love Of Your Life with the Law of Attraction

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Book SynopsisSo you want to keep your kitchen counter clean but you aren''t ready to toss the toaster? You want to be able to find your kids'' socks but aren''t looking to spend your 401(k) on clear bins? You long for a little more peace but minimalism isn''t sparking joy? Discover 100 practical, do-able tips to organize, declutter and manage your home.Traditional organizing advice never worked for decluttering expert and self-proclaimed recovering slob Dana K. White. Is it possible, she wondered, to get organized without color coding my sock drawer? As Dana let go of the need for perfection, she discovered the joy of having an organized house in the midst of everyday life. You can too!In Organizing for the Rest of Us, Dana teaches you how to make great strides without losing your mind in organizing every room of your home. You''ll find her 100 easy-to-read organizing tips invaluable, including:Why you need to get a grip on laundry and dishes b

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Book SynopsisFROM THE CREATOR OF THE UK'S NO.1 SELF-HELP PODCAST, WITH OVER 5 MILLION DOWNLOADSWould you like to feel happier and more fulfilled... ...but struggle to find time in your life to focus on yourself? What if, with only a few minutes each day, you could find the secret to happiness?For decades, Richard Nicholls has been helping people find happiness. Through his number one hit podcast, Motivate Yourself, and in practice as a registered psychotherapist, he specialises in offering effective solutions to real-life problems.Now, in his first book, Richard shares short, simple exercises, no longer than 15 minutes, to integrate into your day that are proven to help with happiness and wellbeing.He cuts through the myths and misconceptions created by self-help guides and looks at the science behind what works and what doesn't when it comes to making ourselves happy.Richard's innovative approach shows you exactly how the smallest of changes to our thoughts, lifestyle and interaction with others can dramatically improve your life forever.Find your happier self and be the best you can be with Richard Nicholls.

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Book Synopsis'If you or someone that you love is impacted by MS this book is a must read.' - Dr Aaron Boster, The Boster Center for Multiple Sclerosis, Columbus, Ohio 'This highly recommended book highlights the importance of a holistic approach to MS management.' - Professor Richard Nicholas, Imperial College LondonA long, healthy, happy life is possible after a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Around the world, thousands of people are living active and fulfilling lives on the Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Program.The Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Handbook explains what MS is, and outlines the scientifically credible and evidence-based 7 step self-management program originally devised by Professor George Jelinek. It covers all aspects of living on the program, from first diagnosis to later life, with chapters from medical specialists and other experts on choosing your healthcare team, improving resilience, work, pregnancy and progressive MS. The book taps into the wealth of knowledge and experience in the community of people following the Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Program, with personal stories from across the world.If you have recently been diagnosed with MS, if you have been living with MS for years, or if you have a family member with MS, the Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Handbook is your best companion. It is also an invaluable resource for doctors treating people with MS.Trade ReviewThis highly recommended book highlights the importance of a holistic approach to MS management, offering a path to achieve the best possible outcome in this potentially devastating condition. -- Professor Richard Nicholas, Imperial College LondonIf you or someone that you love is impacted by MS this book is a must read. The seven-step process for self-management presented in overcoming MS is a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to living your best life despite having this disease. -- Dr Aaron Boster, The Boster Center for Multiple Sclerosis, Columbus, OhioA deeply insightful account and instructive guide for adopting healthy lifestyle behaviors and thriving while living with MS. -- Dr Sarah Mulukutla, Founding Chairperson of the Section on Neurohealth and Integrative Neurology at the American Academy of Neurology, New YorkWritten specifically for people who have MS, this inspirational book provides a comprehensive, practicable program for living a full life with this disease. -- Dr Alessandra Solari, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta, ItalyOvercoming MS is now the essential mainstay of MS management, before or alongside drug therapy, offering the best chance of a full and healthy life for people with MS. -- Dr Peter Silbert, Clinical Professor of Neurology, University of Western AustraliaA wonderful resource for people living with MS. -- Dr Ilana Katz Sand, Associate Professor of Neurology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New YorkTable of Contentsi: Foreword ii: Preface iii: About the editors iv: About the contributors v: Part 1: The Lay of the Land 1: Understanding multiple sclerosis vi: Part 2: The Directions 2: Overview of the OMS Program 3: Eat well 4: Get enough sun and vitamin D 5: Exercise 6: Meditation, mindfulness and the mind-bodyconnection 7: Medication 8: Progressive MS 9: Families and prevention vii: Part 3: Keeping on track 10: I've just been diagnosed with MS 11: Choosing your healthcare team 12: Mental health 13: Building resilience 14: Work 15: Disclosure 16: Pregnancy and childbirth 17: Sticking with the OMS Program viii: Part 4: The road ahead 18: Facing an uncertain future 19: The road ahead ix: Index

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Book Synopsis"My life is a constant battle between vanity and laziness. This book has brokered the perfect peace deal!" - Graham NortonShould I tint my eyebrows?How can I get a squarer jawline?Which style of trouser would make my legs look longer?Leading lifestyle columnist and magazine editor, Jeremy Langmead, has men constantly asking him for answers to these questions and more.In Vain Glorious, he teams up with Harley Street aesthetic doctor David Jack to lift the lid on all the anti-ageing and beauty secrets now available for men, from Botox to hair thickening treatments. Dr Jack provides the medical expertise, whilst Langmead test-drives the products and procedures on offer - sharing often hilarious snapshots of his own hit-and-miss journey of rejuvenation, as well as sartorial tricks and insider tips from his time editing Esquire and running the men's fashion website mrporter.com. Vain Glorious is an honest and practical guide to help men feel comfortable in their own skin.Trade ReviewFunny, fast and fact-filled. Always a treat to witness Jeremy's adventures in the shallows of male vanity. * Richard Madden *Clear, concise, packed with info and hilariously candid - contains every single thing men need to know about looking good. It's like a bible. * India Knight *Epically judgy, revoltingly superficial and terrifyingly funny, Jeremy Langmead is a monster of vanity. I can think of no one on Earth or any other planet better qualified to write this book. * Alex Bilmes, Editor of Esquire UK *

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Book SynopsisGo on a journey of exploring the different approaches to grieving loss and discover the one that’s right for youWritten by two women who experienced loss at a young age, this incredible grieving book will help you navigate any kind of loss, whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship or the loss of your job.Living with grief is hard. Let It''s Your Loss help you find your new normal. It includes:   • 10 chapters that focus on a different step of the journey through loss.    • Topics reviewed by each of the authors in turn — one taking a more thoughtful, introverted approach, the other more practical and extroverted.    • Five-minute fixes offer quick-and-easy practical coping suggestions.    • Professional grief advice anchors the topics in sound psychological principle. Losing somethi

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Book Synopsis"A refreshing and enlightening new perspective on what it means to be powerful." - SUSAN CAIN, bestselling author of Quiet An eye-opening exploration of power and how we can harness it using performance techniques borrowed from actors. What if instead of worrying about getting more power, we focus on using the power we do have better? Stanford business professor Deborah Gruenfeld combines 25 years of social psychology research with personal experience to reveal the truth about power: that we all have more than we realise and what counts is what we do with it. Acting with Power shows anyone seeking greater professional and academic success what power is actually for, how to identify it within ourselves, and how to use it constructively using acting techniques. Some of us crave a bigger role, and many of us feel like imposters in our current ones. Acting with Power shows us how to be the best version of ourselves in any role, on any stage.Trade Review"Those of us who know Deb Gruenfeld have been dying to get our hands on this book, and it definitely does not disappoint. Acting with Power is an entertaining and uplifting read, filled with sharp insight, practical advice and a strong moral code. This book will change how you think about power and how you handle it - and will help you see the power you may not have known you have. -- Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, author of Lean In, and founder of LeanIn.Org and OptionB.OrgA smart, interesting, and timely book -- Daniel Gilbert, Professor of Psychology, Harvard University

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Book SynopsisKelly Hoppen's Essential Style Solutions for Every Home presents Kelly’s tried-and-tested techniques for creating a beautiful, functional and relaxing home that suits your individual needs and reflects your personality.Trade Review“A complete course of ideas and techniques for DIY interior designs that even the most modest of homeowners can successfully apply.” * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION Coming Home Smart Planning Balance & Harmony Proportion, Scale & Form The Design Grid Creating Focal Points Shelf Art FIRST PRINCIPLES OF STYLE Tones & Colours Pale & Fresh Warm Neutrals Monochrome Taupe Earthy Tones Balanced Neutrals Dark & Rich Accent Colours – Perfect Combinations Texture Create Contrasts Floors & Walls Lighting Task Lighting Mood Lighting Accent Lighting Statement Lights Finishing Touches Designer Doors Mirrors Banners & Runners Decorative Displays ROOM BY ROOM Entrances, Hallways & Circulation Spaces Corridors Stairs Kitchens & Dining Spaces Kitchen Lighting Living Rooms Creating Zones Choosing & Arranging Furniture Seasonal Updates Living Room Lighting Bedrooms Dressing the Bed Seasonal Updates Bedroom Lighting Storage Bathrooms Bathroom Lighting Cleanse & Rejuvenate Relax & Unwind Index Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisIn business, school, romance or your community, it is valuable to know what attracts people, what repels them and what makes them tick. Choosing the right approach will enable you to influence people to do what you want in professional and social situations. The authors include updated case studies - some pulled from the headlines - of how this technique has worked to create both good news and bad news. Most importantly and, all new, they tell you how to identify and guard against manipulation so you remain in control of your choices and options.In GET PEOPLE TO DO WHAT YOU WANT, you''ll learn about:One-on-one interactionGroup dynamicsThe projection of leadershipInstinctual trust and mistrust of othersGET PEOPLE TO DO WHAT YOU WANT is the perfect, modern complement to Dale Carnegie''s 1937 classic work on the topic, How to Win Friends and Influence People. Think of these books as the Old and New Testaments of persuasion.

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Book SynopsisHighly sensitive people - or empaths - see life through the eyes of compassion and caring. They were born that way. As a result, they carry a tremendous amount of inner light. But they''re also the favored prey of ''vampires'' who feed off empaths'' energy and disrupt their lives on every level - physical, emotional, and financial. In Dodging Energy Vampires, Christiane Northrup, MD, draws on the latest research in this exciting new field, along with stories from her global community and her own life, to explore the phenomenon of energy vampires and show us how we can spot them, dodge their tactics, and take back our own energy. You''ll delve into the dynamics of vampire-empath relationships and discover how vampires use others'' energy to fuel their own dysfunctional lives. Once you recognize the patterns of behavior that mark these relationships, you''ll be empowered to identify the vampires in your life too. In these pages, Dr Northrup

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Book SynopsisWhat is resilience, and how can you build it? In The Resilience Workbook, Glenn Schiraldi-author of The Self-Esteem Workbook-offers invaluable insight and outlines essential skills to help you bounce back from setbacks and cultivate a growth mindset.Why do some people sail through life's storms, while others are knocked down? Resilience is the key. Resilience is the ability to recover from difficult experiences, such as death of loved one, job loss, serious illness, terrorist attacks, or even just daily stressors and challenges. Resilience is the strength of body, mind, and character that enables people to respond well to adversity. In short, resilience is the cornerstone of mental health.Combining evidence-based approaches including positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and relaxation, The Resilience Workbook will show you how to bounce back and thrive in any difficult situation. You'll learn how to harness the power of your brain's natural neuroplasticity; manage strong, distressing emotions; and improve mood and overall well-being. You'll also discover powerful skills to help you prevent and recover from stress-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, anger, and substance abuse disorders.When the going gets tough, you need real, proven-effective skills to manage your stress and heal from setbacks. The comprehensive and practical exercises in this workbook will help you cultivate resilience, stay calm under pressure, and face all of life's challenges.

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Book SynopsisHow can you build unshakable confidence and resilience in a world still filled with ignorance, inequality, and discrimination? The Queer and Transgender Resilience Workbook will teach you how to challenge internalized negative messages, handle stress, build a community of support, and embrace your true self. Resilience is a key ingredient for psychological health and wellness. It's what gives people the psychological strength to cope with everyday stress, as well as major setbacks. For many people, stressful events may include job loss, financial problems, illness, natural disasters, medical emergencies, divorce, or the death of a loved one. But if you are queer or gender non-conforming, life stresses may also include discrimination in housing and health care, employment barriers, homelessness, family rejection, physical attacks or threats, and general unfair treatment and oppression-all of which lead to overwhelming feelings of hopelessness and powerlessness. So, how can you gain resilience in a society that is so often toxic and unwelcoming?In this important workbook, you'll discover how to cultivate the key components of resilience: holding a positive view of yourself and your abilities; knowing your worth and cultivating a strong sense of self-esteem; effectively utilizing resources; being assertive and creating a support community; fostering hope and growth within yourself, and finding the strength to help others. Once you know how to tap into your personal resilience, you'll have an unlimited well you can draw from to navigate everyday challenges.By learning to challenge internalized negative messages and remove obstacles from your life, you can build the resilience you need to embrace your truest self in an imperfect world.

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