Self-help, personal development and practical advice Books

Book SynopsisSociety tells that us that being shy is a fault, but Annie Ridout says it's a gift. Shy: How being quiet can lead to success teaches us how to embrace this misjudged attribute, instead of trying to fix it. Most of us have some understanding of shyness. From birthday parties as children to office Christmas parties as adults, from an old friend's wedding to a group presentation, we've all experienced it in some form or other. Shyness may be ever-present or it may come and go.Partly genetic, partly environmental, shyness is largely viewed as a character flaw, something that needs to change, but why is no-one talking about the benefits of being shy? For example, shyness usually equates to being an excellent listener, considerate speaker and thoughtful observer.Interweaving personal experience with expertise from clinical psychologists, Annie explores why shyness affects some more than others, and offers tried-and-tested tools to help the reader deal with elements of shyness that can feel debilitating. Shy recasts our understanding of this often-misunderstood attribute, celebrating it as a pathway rather than a barrier to success and happiness.Trade ReviewPraise for Shy‘Not only is Shy a reassuringly relatable read for any of us who have ever felt lacking in confidence, it's also a practical and galvanising guide to helping you harness the power of shyness, particularly in an increasingly digital world.’ Rosamund Dean, Deputy Editor, Grazia ‘In a noisy, opinionated world where putting yourself out there is seemingly the only way to succeed, Annie offers a reassuring celebration of shyness and the benefits it can bring us, alongside a practical guide to how to overcome the ways in which it can hold us back.’ Laura Whateley, best-selling author of MONEY: A USER’S GUIDE Praise for The Freelance Mum'So many women find their careers cut off at the elbow as soon as they become pregnant – this book sounds like it could be really helpful for navigating the disconnect between family and work' Eva Wiseman, OBSERVER ‘This is an area that sorely needs innovation and creative solutions and Annie’s website The Early Hour shows she’s exactly the woman for the job. I’m sure her book is going to become a real bible for freelancers and anyone who’s doing the daily juggle’ Brigid Moss, RED ‘An invaluable tool for anyone considering making the leap to freelancing’ STYLIST ‘Essential reading for all working parents…Read it and take the plunge’ GUARDIAN

Read more less

Book SynopsisA love letter to the small but mighty dachshund or, as it's more affectionally known, the Sausage Dog. This book almost as adorable as its namesake proves that sausage dogs are not just sweet, soft and a little bit silly to look at. They can be an example to us all.Despite having the odds stacked against it, this little pooch can turn any situation to its advantage. It's the underdog that always comes out on top, displaying remarkable resilience, tenacity and bravery at every turn.Sausage dogs may be only ankle high, but they will stop at nothing to live life to the fullest, teaching us humans some valuable life lessons along the way. They don't care that they look more like a wind-up toy than a fierce guard dog, or that their bark is much louder than their bite.Being more sausage is about breaking free from restraints, overcoming physical and emotional shortcomings, and chewing up the social conventions that conspire to hold us back. This is our chance to unleash that inner dachshun

Read more less

Book SynopsisLearn to take control of your life and reconnect with your purpose, using modern magic based on ancient spirituality. Witch, Please is a modern mystic's practical guide to life, love and creating a fulfilling existence, from turning your home into a sacred sanctuary and manifesting magical relationships to loving your career and money magic.Full of inspiration, practical advice and rituals, this book will guide you through the process of tapping into your intuition, intention and self-empowerment to discover and harness the magic within you.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThink like you've got nine brains, feel like you've got three hearts, and hug as though you have eight arms.Wisdom begins in wonder: and there is no creature so weird and wonderful as the octopus. Wise, compassionate, strong yet adaptable and with Houdini-like vanishing tricks octopuses are the most fascinating creatures on the planet. They provide a masterclass in self-care and there is so much we can learn from them. With the help of Weird Is Beautiful you will discover:When to be strong, and when to be flexibleHow to sift through the flotsam and jetsam of your life to find the pearls you should cling toHow camouflage can be self-care, but when you should let your true colours shine!How to multi-task, even when you don't have eight armsWhen to allow the currents of the ocean to sweep you along, and when to stick your tentacles to the rocks and resistHow to live wild, weird and freeWho said life above water can't sparkle?

Read more less

Book SynopsisNow is the time to start looking after YOU. The Self-Care Bible guides you through every component of an essential self-care routine, with detailed descriptions and step-by-step exercises.Maintaining self-care through everyday practice can leave you feeling grounded, energized, and confidentready to face the world as your best self. The Self-Care Bible helps put the emphasis back on you, guiding you through a routine that aligns three important parts of personal health: physical wellbeing, mental-emotional wellness, and life-balance.Including helpful descriptions, step-by-step exercises, and motivating checklists, you will learn a variety of techniques to combat stress and anxiety, build your emotional resilience, achieve better sleep, understand how to enjoy a balanced diet, and create calm between relationships and your own personal endeavours.With this holistic approach of gentle self-care, you can nourish, inspire, encourage, and motivate your way to a healthier, stronger, and more

Read more less

Book SynopsisBuddhism is all about training the mind, and boot camp is an ideal training method for this generation's short attention span. This title includes chapters that are simple and easy to understand.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTrade Review"A heartfelt and practical guide for caring when it really matters." -- Sheryl Sandberg, author of Lean In "This book is a gift. It's the wonderful crash course in Humanity 101 that none of us got to take in school. Without judgment, and with humor and compassion, this book shows you how to show up as the best possible version of yourself when it matters most." -- Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat, Pray, Love and Big Magic "This book makes complicated things simple and helps us say to each other what we're dying to say. When I hand it to my friends, they'll laugh, cry and breathe easier. The realness and support in these pages feels like oxygen in a world suffocating from shininess and formality." -- Glennon Doyle Melton, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of Love Warrior and Carry On, Warrior "This book has fundamentally changed how I approach helping and caring for others. Compassion and creativity literally leap off the page. It's full of sage advice on how to be a better friend, colleague, family member, and partner to those who are suffering." -- Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take and Originals "At last, a book for the vast swath of us who really care but don't know how to show it sometimes. Kelsey and Emily made this enormous and complex issue accessible and so wonderfully helpful. It's just right for any human being who ever plans on being close to another." -- BJ Miller, MD Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCSF

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn a culture inundated by personal branding, a fashion stylist and creative consultant offers invaluable lessons, tips, and advice, to help you define your personal style in a whole new way, by enhancing not just how you look, but how you feel.Trade Review"How to Date Your Wardrobe is an earnest and quick read for those who want to revitalize their style." — Booklist

Read more less

Book SynopsisHear Yourself gives the gift of peace and gratitude in a time we sorely need it.”—Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Story of You and co-author of The Road Back to You“Hear Yourself invites us to take a journey from the outside world we live in everyday to the world of peace within us.Trade Review“Prem Rawat’s insights into life provide many of the answers I have sought for decades. This book inspires and elevates the reader with wisdom and a practical approach to finding peace within, rather than seeking it in this crazy world.” — Michael Bolton, Grammy-Award winning singer/songwriter “An amazing read! Hear Yourself invites readers on a journey from where you may be now to the common core we all share as human beings, and to the love of life itself.” — Tim Gallwey, author and founder of The Inner Game “To this day, Prem’s wisdom remains a guiding light in my life. His words are a soothing balm to those yearning for true contentment. A gem of a book!” — Susan Stiffelman, MFT, author of Parenting Without Power Struggles “Prem Rawat is the Einstein of consciousness.” — Claudio Naranjo, MD, author of The Enneagram of Society “Hear Yourself invites us to take a journey from the outside world we live in everyday to the world of peace within us. I highly recommend this inspiring book to anyone ready to take that journey.” — Bill McCarthy, Founder and President of The Unity Foundation “Rawat’s deep wisdom is a breath of fresh air; Hear Yourself gives the gift of peace and gratitude in a time we sorely need it.” — Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Story of You and co-author of The Road Back to You “This is a book I will be sharing with friends but especially with my children so they have a wonderful guide to navigate through all of the noise in this world and in our minds.” — Benjamin Ringe, founder and CEO of B.Bold Content Studios “For anyone who has ever asked the question: who am I, why am I here? This book is for you. If you have never asked those question, this book is for you.” — Michael Nouri, American screen and stage actor “Combining warmth, humor, and keen insight, Prem has presented a simple, yet powerful guide to living a more fulfilled life. With perfectly crafted, bite-sized nuggets of enlightening wisdom, this subtle masterpiece delivers a sweetly enjoyable ride to life's higher ground.” — David Richman, president of Better Angels Publishing Company

Read more less

Book SynopsisA cross between Deborah Tannen''s YOU DON''T UNDERSTAND and a Relate guide, this well-written, accessible book by America''s phenomenally successful relationships guru provides essential strategies for maintaining a fulfilled relationship. A generation ago it was common to sacrifice personal fulfilment for the sake of preserving the relationship. Now, with dramatically changed roles for men and women, divorce has become the common ''solution''. Gray maintains neither is the answer and, without resorting to meaningless jargon, pinpoints the seven essential rules for long-lasting monogamy.

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn his bestselling book, Life Strategies, Phil McGraw gave powerful, straightforward advice on shaping your life and then making dramatic changes. In Relationship Rescue McGraw applies this expertise to relationships, explaining how to repair and maintain them using his unique 7-step relationship rescue plan. He can help you to diagnose what is wrong in a relationship, take personal responsibility, escape wrong thinking, embrace relationship truths, learn the formula for success, renegotiate a relationship and learn to live with love and harmony.Trade ReviewIf you're allergic to buzz words and jargon, Dr Phil is your man. As Oprah Winfrey's resident expert on human behaviour, his straight-up advice cuts cleanly through the pop-psyche nonsense * YOU Magazine *Guru Dr Phil can get you both on the same path for the future * Glamour *Table of ContentsDiagnose what is wrong in a relationship; take personal responsibility; escape wrong thinking; embrace relationship truths; learn the formula for success; renegotiate a relationship; learn to live with love and harmony.

Read more less

Book SynopsisUnlock the door to your fortune using the secrets revealed in this book.Based on Andrew Carnegie''s famous formula for money-making, Master Key to Riches has been revised for the 21st century. As well as explaining the practical philosophy for success, in this inspiring book Napoleon Hill describes the key that will convert all your past failures into priceless assets and lead you to the attainment of the twelve great riches. Drawing on the experiences of hundreds of the world''s most powerful and wealthy people, this book will show you how to succeed in any walk of life.

Read more less

Book SynopsisTo lose weight quickly, easily and permanently, you don''t need...- superhuman willpower- endless hours to prepare complex low-calorie recipes- to live on cottage cheese and lettuceBy following this medically-based, yet amazingly accessible diet you will soon program your body to burn fat without ever having to go hungry. The diet is low-carb, but by no means no-carb, and will enable you to:- control your appetite- eliminate cravings- eat delicious foods- help protect against heart disease and diabetesThe New High Protein Diet is packed with hundreds of delicious, easy recipes and is for anyone who loves good food, but craves a slimmer waistline!Trade ReviewThe first diet you'll ever really enjoy * Daily Express *It's easy, healthy, fast - and you won't even know you're dieting...easy-to-follow diet that promises to keep you slim for life * Sunday Mirror *We've all heard of Jen and Madonna using high protein diets to lose weight. It's a tricky one to follow safely, but with Prof Charles Clark's sensible approach...us mere mortals can do it too * New Woman *Clark's benign cross between the Atkins' meat feast and the GI (glycaemic index) diet sounds like a still, small voice of calm * Sunday Times, Scotland *

Read more less

Book SynopsisNew Atkins For A New You is an alternative to the original Atkins diet, which allows you to lose weight successfully and emerge with a healthier, firmer body. This new diet offers all the benefits of the original diet, including the freedom to eat luxuriously and feel completely satisfied, a metabolic boost giving you more energy and weight loss that never comes back, but it also has these enhanced benefits:- More flexibility in what you eat- Allows you to include carbohydrates in your diet- Trains your body to burn fat for energy rather than banning fats altogether- Includes more options for vegetarians, vegans and those who want to limit their meat intakeThis breakthrough new diet provides all the benefits of the original Atkins diet in an improved, simplified form that can be tailored to your individual needs and sustained for the rest of your life.Trade ReviewThe Atkins Diet has had a makeover, and we're loving what we see...healthier and easier than ever * Grazia *For once, a book where the scientific facts outweigh the hype and where the results fulfill the promise. Once you have read the book, your diet and lifestyle will never be the same * Dr William Kraemer, professor of kinesiology, University of Connecticut *A low-carbohydrate diet like Aktins is better at cutting blood pressure than weight loss pills * BBC News *The most famous low-carb regime of all * The Times *

Read more less

Book SynopsisRichard La Ruina used to be the guy who couldn't get the girl. Shy, painfully awkward, and still living at home with his mother, at 25 he decided to finally take control of his life and become the kind of man men admire and women desire. Having developed and honed his seduction techniques, Richard is now a natural' at attracting girls and one of the world's most renowned pick-up artists.As founder of PUA Training (Pick-up Artist Training), Richard has personally coached thousands of men through their own dramatic transformations. Now, in The Natural, he brings that experience to you, delivering field-tested methods and easy-to-use tools for attracting the women you want. Just like riding a bike or driving a car, meeting women and making them fall for you is a learned skill that, with enough practice, becomes effortless. There's no need for tricks, gimmicks, or lies. Instead, these methods make you more confident and attractive to women. Using the tools in The NaturTrade ReviewThe UK's no.1 superstar chat-up artist * The Times *Master Casanova * The Independent *Britain's answer to Neil Strauss * Time Out *

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe Second Half of Your Life is an inspiring, motivating read that gives women a framework to create a game plan to help overcome many of the obstacles faced in the second half of life.Watch Jill’s video below to discover how to make the second half of your life the bestTrade ReviewFunny, engaging and accessible. A girlfriend’s guide to menopause and ageing. * Dr Miriam Stoppard *

Read more less

Book SynopsisAims to tackle the most obvious question that anyone has to face, 'what should I do with my life?' This book presents an account of finding and following people who have uprooted their lives and fought with these questions in radical ways. It features the stories of individual dilemma and drama.Trade ReviewInspirational... This book fascinates because of the broad spectrum of testimonies * Financial Times *Something more than the usual self-help guff. What Should I Do with My Life? is closer to the oral histories of Studs Terkel or This American Life than to Tony Robbins * Time *The 'ultimate question' is a topic always in season, worthy of Bronson's skillful probing and careful anecdote selection. Brimming with stories of sacrifice, courage, commitment and, sometimes, failure, the book will support anyone pondering a major life choice or risk without force-feeding them pat solutions * Publishers Weekly *A remarkable social document, raised to the level of literature by Bronson's own deep level of involvement, his candour and compassion-as a work of research, the book is wide-ranging and impressive * Evening Standard *A superior self-help book... Very readable * Guardian *

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn Do Less, Get More, entrepreneur and bestselling author Sháá Wasmund reveals that the key to fulfilment isn''t doing more, it''s doing what matters.Is your life how you imagined it would be, or is the reality more stressful than you planned?Do you put yourself under too much pressure to succeed?Are you struggling to find time for the things, and people, you love?It doesn''t have to be this way. Anything is possible when you stop trying to do everything at the same time.This life changing book gives you the tools to ditch your to-do list and follow your dreams. It will be your essential guide to doing what you love - and letting go of the rest.''Really interesting . . . a very, very good book'' Steve Wright, BBC Radio 2''Saying ''no'' is a life skill. At last here''s a book that shows you how'' Heather McGregor, aka Mrs Moneypenny, FT columnist and author of Careers Advice for Ambitious WomenTrade ReviewInspiring ... sage and sane advice * Booklist *Saying 'no' is a life skill. At last here's a book that shows you how -- Heather McGregor, aka Mrs Moneypenny, FT columnist and author of Careers Advice for Ambitious WomenBrilliant. If you feel stuck in the busy trap, this book will teach you how to do the right thing at the right time rather than trying to do everything all the time. A potential life changer -- Jason Jennings, New York Times bestselling author of The Reinventors and The High-Speed CompanyA wonderful reminder of the tools we can all employ to manage our things to do in life - when you use Shaa's practical ideas, you will give yourself more time to do things you love to do -- Terri Sjodin, Author of Small Message, Big ImpactSimple yet devastatingly effective. Packed with tools and tricks to help you reignite your schedule, your days and your life * Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of May Cause Miracles *Really interesting ... a very, very good book -- Steve Wright * BBC Radio 2 *

Read more less

Book SynopsisDr Eddie Murphy's route to becoming a psychologist was unusual - he was a nurse in Essex for over a decade before training as a psychologist in London and Dublin. Apart from his extensive private practice, he is a principal clinical psychologist in the Health Services Executive. For five years he has been the psychologist on RTE's hit health makeover show, Operation Transformation, and he contributes extensively to local and national media. Becoming Your Real Self is his first book.Trade ReviewVery practical and very easy to read * Irish Independent *

Read more less

Book SynopsisJoin the Calm revolution.Modern life is hectic and relentless: trains delayed, endless emails filling the inbox, kids squabbling before bedtime... There has never been a more important time to rediscover your pause button. Calm is the book that will show you how to take back a little bit of peace, space and all-important calm. This book contains the simple tools, tricks and habits that will change the rest your life. It is a practical and pleasurable guide to twenty-first century mindfulness.Regular meditation is medically proven to be good for you - it increases focus and creativity, productivity and job satisfaction, mental and even physical health. But in reality most of us don''t have time to sit on a cushion with our eyes closed for half an hour every day. And many people associate meditation with hard work and huge lifestyle shifts: you might be imagining Buddhist monks locked in a mountain retreat and living off gruel...This is where Calm comes in. Calm is about simple, achievable habits that work with the demands of your busy life instead of pretending those demands don''t exist. Calm does not require specialist training: it uses abilities that every single one of us is born with, like creativity, spontaneity and simply noticing the world around you. Calm is not a set of rules that you need to worry about following or breaking. It is inspirational, practical and non-prescriptive. Onerous, time-consuming meditation might seem out of reach but everyone can achieve calm - including you.Calm combines extracts from fascinating neurological research with wisdom from history''s great thinkers and the real-life experiences of individuals across the globe. It demystifies mindfulness and shows you the many simple ways to be mindful while carrying on with your life. It is also a beautifully crafted object, filled with artwork and artistry, that will change your perspective by showing you the pleasures of the world anew. Take a walk with nowhere to go, savour a chocolate on the tip of your tongue, plant a seed, doodle aimlessly, turn off your mobile phone for five short minutes. Smile, breathe and go slowly.Calm is divided into eight sections that everyone should have in their life: Nature Work Creativity Children Travel Relationships Food SleepEach section contains a mixture of fascinating research, creative prompts, activities and instructions, sensory stimuli and inspiration. Pick up Calm whenever you need it, dip in and out, read it and choose which bits work best for you.Join the Calm revolution. Calm your mind; change your world.Calm.com@calm

Read more less

Book Synopsis''This book couldn''t be more needed right now!'' Nigella Lawson''Ruby has a uniquely vibrant and clever way of thinking'' Elizabeth Day ''The antidote to all Covid angst'' Kathy Lette___________________________Bestselling author and comedian, Ruby Wax, uses her iconic wit and expertise to equip readers with a positive roadmap for a kinder, brighter world and better mental health. As we begin to see the green shoots of a post-pandemic world, Ruby Wax''s clever and witty And Now for the Good News is the blueprint we all need for achieving a kinder, more compassionate world. Brimming with practical learnings, Ruby gives readers the opportunity to create lasting positive change and provides us all with a much-needed tonic for better mental health and wellbeing. She has spent the last three years speaking to the people who are spearheading the latest innovation and influencing a brighter future for humanity. From the communities being designed to eradicate loneliness and the companies putting their employees'' happiness first, to the impressive AI technology teaching children with learning difficulties and taking literacy levels higher than ever before. And Now for the Good News distils her inspiring findings into key practical takeaways for all. Ruby''s here to provide us all with a positive roadmap for a brighter world and most importantly, for better mental wellbeing. ___________________________''A fantastic tonic for the universal malaise'' Ian McKellen ''Ruby can always be guaranteed to lift your spirits!'' Annie Lennox Trade ReviewI think at this point in time we're all in need of as much good news as we can get! Ruby can always be guaranteed to lift your spirits! * Annie Lennox *In a world of relentlessly worrying news, finally a moment of good. I adored reading And Now for the Good News - truly there is hope * Emma Freud * I adored interviewing Ruby: she has such a fizzing, uniquely vibrant and clever way of thinking about things. And I've wanted her on the podcast for ages because she does such important work * Elizabeth Day *Easy-to-read and interesting take on (...) what's good in the world * People Magazine *In her imitable style, Ruby describes her global journey to hunt out people inventing a better world (...) self-compassion is at the heart of Ruby's philosophy * Waitrose Magazine *It's the antidote to all Covid angst life anxieties & proves that optimism is not an eye disease * Kathy Lette *I am reading and finding on every page a delicious morsel * Celia Imrie on Twitter *It is nice even to think about Good News. Thank you for the book @Rubywax! * Neil Gaiman on Twitter *@Rubywax's New book is out on 17th September and it's GOOD NEWS. She explores the goodness out there and how to cultivate it * Miranda Hart *This is a good read by my friend Ruby Wax and it's actually positive about the future, which I must say isn't something that often occurs to me about the future. Also, it's funny which I think is very important. And finally, Ruby has neither paid me, blackmailed me or threatened me to make me say this * Jo Brand on Instagram *A new book by Ruby is in itself Good News! It sounds like a tonic for the universal malaise * Ian McKellen on Twitter *This book couldn't be more needed right now! * Nigella Lawson on Twitter *I loved it! * Claudia Winkleman on Twitter *A book celebrating what's good in the world (...) despite Covid-19, climate change and general political nastiness, there's so much good stuff going on. And we can improve our lives by leaps and bounds if we embrace it * Woman's Weekly *Inspirational * Jewish Chronicle *The book the world NEEDS right now by one of my heroes * Scarlett Curtis *

Read more less

Book SynopsisBored of feeling stuck and repeating the same situations, again and again? Luna is your definitive guide to finally making the changes in your life that you''ve been waiting for: the mystical way. You can expect a combination of Moon teachings, astrology, rituals, crystals, meditations and Tarot, that you can use to align with the Moon''s cycles. Tamara will guide you through Waning Moon Rituals to help you move on from your ex and let go of what''s been holding you back. New Moon Rituals to activate some game-changing intentions to make your version of success and happiness reality. Waxing Moon Rituals to support you to feel more energised and motivated. Full Moon Rituals to help you get a long-awaited pay-rise and a love spell for when you need a boost in your romantic life. You''ll learn ways to amplify your intuition to make your life easier and feel confident about your decisions. Gain a deeper connection with the Moon and ultimately, yourself.Luna is here to illuminate, heal and transform every aspect of your life with the Moon''s power.It''s time to step into your highest potential.

Read more less

Book SynopsisWe all come from different cultures and practice different spiritual traditions, but we have one thing in common: we are all of the earth. Vanessa Chakour, founder of the rewilding programme Sacred Warrior, takes us on a journey to deepen our relationship with ourselves and the environment. Awakening Artemis is her love letter to the earth.Sharing her personal journey of rewilding, her stories act as tools, both practical and inspirational, to encourage growth, healing and reconnection to the regenerative power of the natural world. Vanessa will help you embrace the strength and beauty in the wild, the weeds, and the unsavoury parts of yourself in order to grow and heal. By allowing yourself and the earth to flourish and awakening your inner Artemis, Chakour promises that you will find joy, peace, compassion for yourself, others, and the planet.Trade Review'There is a sweetness and very real intimacy in Vanessa Chakour's stories of her relations with plants that is rare to find; there is a humbleness as well, which is even rarer. I loved Awakening Artemis; I think you will too' -- Stephen Harrod Buhner, award-winning author of The Lost Language of Plants'The human relationship to the natural world-Nature-is changing . . . has to change. Vanessa Chakour gifts us an intimate, unique, inspiring autobiography of what it means to bring together plant, animal, and human. At the center of her experience stands Artemis-not a metaphor or a historical goddess but an experience, a unification of the wild; the feminine; healing plants; healing wolves; Nature as a living, conscious, intelligent being;activism; mysticism; and Vanessa herself' -- Matthew Wood, author of Seven Herbs and The Book of Herbal Wisdom, founder of Matthew Wood Institute of Herbalism'Vanessa Chakour has so many gifts of wisdom to share with the world. In Awakening Artemis, Vanessa Chakour weaves together a rich tapestry of compelling personal narrative with the medicines and teachings of plants so we can get to know the plants themselves as beings. This intoxicating read facilitates, as Chakour calls it, a 'deep remembering' or soul medicine, a healing salve that hits the right spot, awakening readers to their own true gifts. The Botany of Desire meets Braiding Sweetgrass meets Women Who Run With the Wolves' -- Mallory Lance, founder and editor in chief of Ravenous Zine'A revolutionary work of reverence for the plant kingdom. Vanessa weaves her own intimate story together with the wisdom of the plants and an exploration of her ancestral roots. The result is an empowering and transformative text about rewilding ourselves and reconnecting with the natural world' -- Heidi Smith, MA, RH (AHG), author of The Bloom Book: A Flower Essence Guide to Cosmic BalanceA beautifully written and deeply personal book that provides and entirely new perspective on the 'personalities' of herbs. Vanessa's own personal experience is expertly woven into the healing properties of these wondrous herbal allies, in a book that is both touching and enlightening. Brimming full of history, folklore and herbology insights, Awakening Artemis is an amazing fusion of herbal knowledge and personal reflection -- Brooke Mackay-Brock, Black Moon BotanicaAwakening Artemis is the call of the wild in the dusk of the forest, a visceral turning inside out of the paternalist paradigm and a devoted, sweeping bow to Mother Earth. It is a deeply personal exposé on the author's life so far and a gloriously practical manual on human-plant relationships for both seekers in the woods and dreamers on the rooftops -- Àdhamh Ó Broin

Read more less

Book SynopsisHelp Mum to feel organised with the latest Mrs Hinch bestseller, filled with lists for every occasionFilled with brand new lists to get you organised well beyond your cleaning cupboard, as well as all your favourite Hinch lists!__________Hi guys and welcome to my brand-new notebook of actual dreams: Life in Lists!I am so overwhelmed by the amount of love I receive about The Little Book of Lists. I get messages every day about how useful you find it! So now, I want to give you even more . . .In Life in Lists, you''ll find brand new self-care lists to provide the ultimate you-time, including. . .- Gratitude Lists- Make Your Dreams Come True pages- Me Time ListsNot only that, Life in Lists also has all of your favourite Hinch Lists, Tadaas and Fresh''n Up Fridays, along with new Monthly and Seasonal Hinch Lists, making it the ultimate notebook for a more mindful, organised life!There is also a whole section of blank lists to help you organise your days your own way - whether that''s shopping lists, meal planning, birthdays or important dates to remember, these pages are for you to use however you like. Whether you''re in need of some relaxation or simply planning for the week ahead, these lists will allow to you to do a little bit of self-care, reflect back on all the amazing things in life and focus on your goals for the future.I really hope you guys enjoy Life in Lists as much as I''ve loved putting it together for you!Lots of Love Always, Soph xx__________''The sensation'' Sun''We''re mad about Mrs Hinch'' Vogue''My new cleaning goddess'' Daily TelegraphTrade ReviewPraise for * Mrs Hinch: The Little Book of Lists *Every avid Hincher knows, there's only one way to absolutely slay your day - lists lists and more lists... you'll be able to tackle busy weeks head on, then look back at everything you've achieved with your feet up * OK! *When life feels chaotic, discover the power of a simple list - as told by the queen of organisation herself * The Telegraph *An absolute essential for getting your life in order * Closer *

Read more less

Book Synopsis''A rollicking ride . . . What a life'' SUNDAY TIMESEssential reading for anyone who secretly just wants the naughty bits . . .Susannah Constantine is famous as the noughties style guru on What Not To Wear, but this is the least interesting thing about her.Hers is a life filled to the brim with 70s glitz, 80s glamour and above all else an enlightening 50 years of f**k-ups, crisis and chaos.There''s dating cricket royalty not to mention real life royalty, as well as lavatory dramas with Princess Margaret. Add in weekends at Balmoral witnessing Thatcher and the Queen battle for power, plus time for falling in love, Strictly dancing debuts and a spot of wild swimming. Juicy, hilarious, sometimes heart-breaking, and crammed with moments where life goes completely wrong, Ready for Absolutely Nothing is full of absolutely everything.''Wonderfully written, very funny, but more than anything completely genuine''Trade ReviewA romp . . . Constantine comes across as a trooper with a filthy sense of humour * The Times *Hilarious and honest, sparing neither herself nor her readers from incredibly intimate details . . . A book for anyone who's after laughter, tears and one hell of a rollercoaster ride * Good Housekeeping 'BOOKS OF THE YEAR' *Bonkers and brilliant. Her writing is exquisite. With comedy and candour, she bares her soul . . . Magnificent * Sunday Mail *Absolutely brilliant -- Elton JohnWonderfully written, very funny, but more than anything completely genuine -- Lady Anne Glenconner, author of Lady in WaitingA rollicking ride . . . What a life * Sunday Times *A treasure trove of previously untold stories . . . A riveting read * Good Housekeeping *We lunched better than we danced -- Anton Du BekeWildly fun * Daily Telegraph, '50 BEST BOOKS OF 2022' *Sensational, juicy, gossipy, filthy and bravely honest in equal measure, Susannah Constantine's memoir is a rollicking romp through the upper middle classes * Sunday Times *Shewd, funny, ideally candid and written with great confidence, brio and aplomb. A feisty, thought-provoking delight -- William BoydFilled with royal anecdotes and celebrity snippits . . . An entertaining read * Scotsman *Sparkling * Daily Mail *Entertaining and funny * Mail on Sunday *Astonishing, frank and frankly hilarious * Eastern Daily Prezs *Gives readers a fascinating insight into [her] extraordinary life * Woman & Home *Included in 'Best celebrity autobiographies of 2022 to buy for Christmas' * The Telegraph *Funny . . . Never dull * Guardian *Fascinating * Daily Telegraph *Exuberant * i *

Read more less

Book SynopsisImprove your mental health by finding joy, gratitude and happiness in everyday things.We have so many good things in our lives and yet much of the time we fail to notice them. But taking the time to think about the small, everyday things that bring us joy and make us thankful can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. What better way to boost your mood than to spend time listing all the good things around you? Where are the places that you feel most at peace? What music brings you joy? Who are the people who have made a positive difference in your life? What challenges have you overcome and helped grow your resilience? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions and more, then this may be the book for you.In this beautifully illustrated book, over 75 lists guide you on the path to a happier life, including quick lists to help create mindful moments throughout your day and action prompts to further your positivity journey.Choose

Read more less

Book SynopsisDiscover what you really want from work - and how to get there - with this empowering, practical guide from expert career coach Rachel SchofieldAS SEEN IN GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGONE OF THE TELEGRAPH''S BEST SELF-HELP BOOKS OF 2023''A doable plan to make changes that''ll stick. This is the only book you need to take the leap'' STYLISTAre you dreaming of a new career? Or do you just want more out of your job? Either way, The Career Change Guide ensures that work works for you . . .__________This empowering, practical guide takes the confusion, fear and indecision out of career change.Whether making small adjustments or life-changing moves, it provides simple, achievable steps to turn your dreams into reality.The Career Change Guide will help you investigate your skills as well as discover your drives, interests and inspirations. It will take you on a structured five step journey. . . Preparing Reflecting Imagining & Designing Taking Action Keeping Going . . . to lead you to the job of your dreams.You''ll learn to . . .- Be clear about who you are and the work and life you want- Devise and explore career ideas- Tackle self-doubt and build confidence- Design an action plan for changeThe Career Change Guide is your first step to a better career and a happier life.So enough procrastination. . . are we doing this, or aren''t we?Trade ReviewRachel Schofield's book is hitting the zeitgeist perfectly, offering a doable plan to make changes that'll stick. From retraining your brain and making a move from your current safe space to actively detailing how you'd like your new job to look, this is the only book you need to take the leap * Stylist *

Read more less

Book SynopsisEmbark on a journey to living your most fulfilling, authentic life with the help of life coach Fiona Buckland__________You are not in the waiting room of life. This is it. You sense you have more potential, more to give to your life, more of you - but the way forward isn''t clear.You''re not alone. This is a practical guide to fulfilling your potential and living authentically - to finding your own path in life, based not upon fleeting happiness, but on fulfilment and meaning.Life coach Fiona Buckland expertly guides you through twelve key steps, using reflections, activities and insights from her coaching casebook and her own personal experience to keep you going on this journey.You''ll discover how to . . . Separate From Your Old Scripts Build Your Compass Make Peace With Inner Critics & Saboteurs Find Allies Replenish your Energy

Read more less

Book SynopsisDiscover how to unlock your true potential through the power of crystals with this insightful guide from TikTok superstar Athena''s Crystals.__________The life of your dreams is within your reach - and you already have what it takes to get it.Georgina Easterbrook, founder of Athena''s Crystals and TikTok sensation, is your divine guide who will teach you how to harness the power of crystals and take control of seven key aspects of your life:LOVEMONEYHEALINGCONFIDENCEPROTECTIONMANIFESTINGHAPPINESSWhether it''s romantic love, emotional healing, achieving your career goals or manifesting your deepest desires, there is a crystal to help you every step of the way, from the mindful energy of Sodalite to the self-love brought by Rose Quartz. And with Georgina guiding you through every step, you can build a future that aligns with your innermost goals . . .In Spring, use Seraphinite if you''re ready for some real change in your life.For the lunar eclipse in Scorpio, dive deep into your emotions with Labradorite, the stone of self-discovery.As we grow towards Summer, use Amazonite to embrace self-expression without anxiety, inspired by the Sun in Leo.You can make your dreams a reality - all you need to do to tap into your inner voice is follow the crystal path.

Read more less

Book SynopsisMichael Puett is Professor of Chinese History at Harvard and has lectured widely at the world's leading universities. His course in Chinese philosophy is among the most popular at Harvard and in 2013 he was awarded a Harvard College Professorship for excellence in undergraduate teaching. This is his first trade book. Christine Gross-Loh has written for the Wall Street Journal, the Atlantic and the Huffington Post. She has a PhD in East Asian history from Harvard and is the author of Parenting without Borders.Trade ReviewI couldn't wait for this. Brilliant. This is where it's at now . . . so fascinating * Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio 2 *I can't think of anyone who wouldn't benefit from reading The Path, from my youngest son to the future President of the USA. It's accessible, realistic and far from being an ordinary self-help book. It gives immediate reassurance that this chaotic life can be mastered and it challenges you to strive for better -- Patrick Neale * Bookseller *Very good. Based on Puett's popular class at Harvard, it's a great introduction to Eastern philosophy, which I always chide myself for not studying enough -- Ryan HolidayThe Path is very interesting . . . makes you want to read further -- Nigel WarburtonThe Path is in part a pleasing debunking of fashionable self-help disciplines . . . I can testify that Puett is one of the nicest people - if not the nicest person - I have ever interviewed: attentive, generous and patient -- Tim Dowling * Guardian *I have been talking about it to everyone. It's brilliant, mesmerizing, profound - and deeply contrarian. It points the way to a life of genuine fulfillment and meaning -- Amy Chua, author of 'Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother'Can you turn a Chinese theory class into a smart self-help book? US academic Michael Puett did. Puett's book encourages us to chuck away our stiff, encrusted western notions, and to adopt a more fluid, less didactic approach to life. The Path is not your classic self-help book, and not just because it dismantles the self. It doesn't serve up an easy set of how-to activities ... you are also advised that any changes you make will be slow, incremental, the result of constant daily work ... To talk to Puett is to view our western tradition through an entirely different lens * Sunday Times *I couldn't wait for this. Brilliant. This is where it's at now ... so fascinating * Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio 2 *A new book from a cult Harvard professor turns contemporary thinking around happiness on its head...There can't be many cult professors. Especially ones that lecture Chinese philosophy to undergraduates. But Professor Michael Puett of Harvard is one of them. Via word of mouth, his courses became full. And now he's written a book, with co-author and journalist Christine Gross-Loh, based on his course. The Path looks at the teachings of ancient Chinese philosophers and explains how we can apply these largely forgotten teachings to our everyday lives. Granted, it sounds like a tough read. It sounds specialist and niche and intimidating. It sounds all of those things. But it is none of those things. It's a big ask in under 200 pages. But there's something wonderfully simple and refreshing about the ideas. There is a simplicity to this book: all we have is ourselves, let's try and make things better -- Marisa Bate * The Pool *His course has become the most popular on campus, even with those studying other subjects, and that's because he talks about how to have a good life, and using ancient Chinese philosophy challenges all our modern assumptions about what it takes to flourish in life -- Sarah Montague * Today programme *A worthy introduction to thinkers rarely taught in British universities -- Matthew Syed * The Times *It's on my night stand -- Gwyneth PaltrowOffer[s] interesting alternatives to some of our modern ideas of self and society ... worth the cover price * Financial Times *Ideas in this book ... authentically contradict modern common sense ... Noting the current fad for mindfulness, the authors point out that Buddhism in the west "has often been distorted as a way of looking within and embracing the self". Such navel-gazing, they and the Chinese sages agree, may be a kind of imprisonment -- Steven Poole * Guardian *A very accessible and inspiring piece of work ... Anyone willing to put the work in might find that this book really can change your life * The Sentinel *This book is a revelation, a practical way through a fractured, distracting world. I thought I knew these philosophers - and I was wrong. Rigorous, concise, deeply informed, The Path retires our facile shorthand about ideas "from the East" and presents a powerful intellectual case to engage, to care, and to remember -- Evan OsnosThis is a book that turns the notion of help - and the self, for that matter - on its head. Puett and Gross-Loh bring seemingly esoteric concepts down to Earth, where we can see them more clearly. The result is a philosophy book grounded in the here and now, and brimming with nuggets of insight. No fortune-cookie this, The Path serves up a buffet of meaty life lessons. I found myself reading and re-reading sections, letting the wisdom steep like a good cup of tea -- Eric WeinerThe Path will not only change your life - -it will change the way you see history and the world. From its wondrously fresh take on Confucius to its quietly profound read of just what it is the great sages have to say to us, this book exemplifies all that can come of the radical openness of Chinese philosophy. Read it and be transformed -- Gish Jen, author of Tiger Writing and The Love WifeThe Path illuminates a little-known spiritual and intellectual landscape: the rich body of Chinese thought that, starting more than two millennia ago, charted new approaches to living a meaningful life. But Puett goes a lot further, creatively applying this ancient thought to the dilemmas of modern life. The result is a fresh recipe for harnessing our natural energies and emotions to strengthen social connection and build islands of order amid the chaos that sometimes surrounds us -- Robert Wright, author of The Language of GodPuett's dynamism translates well from his classroom theater onto the page, and his provocative, radical re-envisioning of everyday living through Chinese philosophy opens wide the 'possibilities for thinking afresh about ourselves and about our future.' With its ... spirited, convincing vision, revolutionary new insights can be gleaned from this book on how to approach life's multifarious situations with both heart and head * Kirkus Reviews *If you're looking to get out of a rut, or rise above the doom and gloom of our present global situation, Puett's channeled knowledge from the Chinese masters will be a wake-up call. We sometimes forget that our problems are as old as civilization, and maybe the answers have always been hidden in plain sight. * Publishers Weekly Staff Pick *The Laozi actually offers a much more expansive-and revolutionary-vision of innovation [than The Art of War. It] questions the very idea that we should try to come up with innovative strategies within a defined, predictable arena, whether that is the battlefield or dinner table, the boardroom or the steel industry. Instead, the Laozi assumes a world in constant flux and motion. Those who aspire to innovate are better off seeing the world through a Laozian, not Sunzian, lens * Fortune *A very accessible work * i *There's a lot in it...fascinating. [It] is challenging the conventions of Western philosophy -- Philippa Thomas * BBC World *Thought-provoking and stimulating work. The authors carry an admirable modesty -- Paddy Kehoe * RTÉ *Puett's book is designed to make the reader think, and it fulfils that objective. He presents complex philosophies lucidly -- Krishnan Srinivasan, former Indian Foreign Secretary * The Statesman *The Importance of Breaking Free of ... Yourself * LinkedIn post viewed over 0.5 million times *Welcome and unusual. Its genesis rests in the enormous teaching success of Puett, a professor of Chinese history at Harvard. His freshman survey course on Chinese philosophy now ranks as the most popular humanities class on the campus, requiring the august venue of Sanders Theatre to accommodate its 700-plus regulars. The result? A remarkable combination of self-help guide and iconoclastic take on ancient Chinese wisdom * Chronicle of Higher Education *

Read more less

Book Synopsis''There is an honesty and a clarity in Joe Moran''s book If You Should Fail that normalises and softens the usual blows of life that enables us to accept and live with them rather than be diminished/wounded by them'' Julia Samuel, author of Grief Works and This Too Shall Pass ''Full of wise insight and honesty. Moran manages to be funny, erudite and kindly: a rare - and compelling - combination. This is the essential antidote to a culture obsessed with success. Read it'' Madeleine BuntingFailure is the small print in life''s terms and conditions.Covering everything from examination dreams to fourth-placed Olympians, If You Should Fail is about how modern life, in a world of self-advertised success, makes us feel like failures, frauds and imposters. Widely acclaimed observer of daily life Joe Moran is here not to tell you that everything will be all right in the end, but to reassure you that failure is an occupationalTrade ReviewThis is a deeply tender book, and full of wise insight and honesty. Moran manages to be funny, erudite and kindly: a rare - and compelling - combination. This is the essential antidote to a culture obsessed with success. Read it -- Madeleine BuntingJoe Moran is a brilliant historian, and the most perceptive and original observer of British life that we have. He makes the humdrum riveting -- Matthew EngelThere is an honesty and a clarity in Joe Moran's book If You Should Fail that normalises and softens the usual blows of life that enables us to accept and live with them rather than be diminished/wounded by them -- Julia Samuel, author of Grief Works and This Too Shall PassA fascinating insight. Moran's honesty is brilliantly raw and uncomfortable at times, but under the apparently bleak message on the surface there is an uplifting truth to be found. For myself, the concept of failure has been redefined -- Matthew ParrisMoran is a wonderful, witty writer -- Marcus Berkmann * Daily Mail *Moran is a past master at producing fine, accessible non-fiction -- Helen Davies * Sunday Times *Joe Moran is a wonderfully sharp writer, calm, precise and quietly comical -- Craig Brown * Mail on Sunday *I really love Joe Moran's work, he writes with such generosity and kindness -- Tiffany Watt SmithThese stories are beautifully told, and they are comforting at first... Moran's compassion shines through this gift of a book -- Kieran Setiya * Literary Review *A ­calming antidote to the world of ­professionally failing... What Moran has created is a slim, lyrical and blessedly cool-headed reflection on failure as a universally shared human trial... What he provides, instead of the mechanical business strategies laid out in some popular failure titles, is a selection of fascinating and often moving lives, characterised in some way by their failure -- Megan Nolan * New Statesman *A beautifully written meditation on life's inevitable setbacks and what he sardonically terms "the failing well movement". Moran encourages us to accept our impostor syndromes, to avoid becoming a "sporting masochist" for whom winning is everything, and to admire the history of West End musicals that were instant, notorious flops -- Steven Poole * Guardian Books of the Year *A classic anti (or counter-intuitive) self-help treatise -- robustly argued, intellectually sturdy, laced with self-deprecatory humour... it is deeply empathetic to the trials of the creative life * Livemint *

Read more less

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: Rules of Life, Rules of Work, Rules of Management, Rules of Wealth, Rules of Parenting, Rules of Love and the latest bestseller, The Rules to Break.Table of ContentsIntroduction Know what you’re eating Know what you should be eating It’s a mindset You have to want to lose weight Understand why you eat Only eat when you’re hungry Ask yourself why Change your habits Set goals Keep a diary Think positive Stand up straight Use affirmations Eat only in public Don’t eat mindlessly Don’t listen to the voice of doughnuts Don’t believe the myths Spot the trigger Spot the trigger (again) Reward yourself Think half full Pretend to finish the packet Meet the family Tell your parents where to get off Expect fluctuations Live on credit, not debt Look at your assumptions Go on a part-time diet Use practical ploys Don’t eat less, eat differently If you’re going to have a second helping, don’t have the first one Buy a smaller plate Don’t finish it off If you can’t resist temptation, avoid it Count to ten Always shop on a full stomach You can eat when you like… …but be careful Always put food on a plate Don’t buy food you don’t like Check which snacks are actually high calorie Keep healthy snacks in the house Don’t keep unhealthy snacks Make it a ritual Stop! Use stronger food Eat low cal Be label smart Grill, don’t fry Get your vegetables in proportion Vegetables first Give up potatoes Never eat anything bigger than your fist Hands off the kids’ leftovers Find something to do with your hands Distract yourself Snack as you cook Drink more Drink less Avoid diet drinks Take food to work Carry emergency rations Weigh yourself Switch off Get more sleep Don’t get hungry Eat ahead Eat more slowly Pause between courses Eat with a teaspoon Eat more fibre Drink your food Eat little and often Watch those portions Always check the packet Divide your cheese Portion out snacks Recognise 100 calories Find a shortcut Show two fingers to cake Cut down snack portions Don’t try to match Eat less, do more East less, do more Know how much you're burning Get off the bus Walk faster Get a pedometer Make everyday life more energetic Mind how you party Eat before you go Say no to nibbles Be last at the table Have two starters Dressing on the side Leave something on your plate Share the pudding round Rehearse saying no Cook your own Limit the alcohol Don’t give up on yourself

Read more less

Book SynopsisLindsey Agness is head of The Change Corporation ( www.thechangecorporation.com). She runs courses and seminars for companies and individuals from all walks of life. Formerly a corporate change management consultant at a top global firms, Lindsey is able to bridge both the business and personal development market. She is one of the first female NLP masters.Table of ContentsForeword About the author Introduction – could your life be better? The ultimate test 1 What can NLP do for me? 2 Are you in the Grey Zone? 3 What would you do if you knew you couldn’t fail? 4 Focus on what you want 5 Who am I? 6 Results or excuses? Taking responsibility for what you really want 7 Believe you can 8 You have all you need to succeed 9 Influencing with integrity 10 Step up with feedback 11 Get started 12 Do you want it or what? The moment of truth What next? Reading and films list Appendix 1: My meta programmes Appendix 2: The language used by different representational systems

Read more less

Book SynopsisDavid Molden & Pat Hutchinson have over 22 years combined experience of designing and running NLP based training courses. They developed the format for NLP training used on all Quadrant 1 NLP courses and are regular speakers at the London NLP conference. Quadrant 1 International promotes both their courses and books to over 30,000 opt-in newsletter members each month, and through active social networking.Table of Contents Get Ready – How to use this book. Chapter 1 – The origins of NLP Chapter 2 – Create compelling outcomes Chapter 3 - Think your way to success Chapter 4 – Challenge your beliefs Chapter 5 – Think your way to feeling great Chapter 6 – Reassess your values Chapter 7 – Build rewarding relationships Chapter 8 – Communicate with impact Chapter 9 – Manage your time and emotions Chapter 10 – Debugging and designing personal strategies Chapter 11 – You, your rules and your map Chapter 12 – Your life and NLP Chapter 13 – Modelling with NLP Chapter 14 – The next steps

Read more less

Book Synopsis Daniel Freeman is one of the UK's leading clinical psychologists. He is a Professor of Clinical Psychology, a Medical Research Council (MRC) Senior Clinical Fellow, and a British Psychological Society Fellow, in the Department of Psychiatry at Oxford University. Jason Freeman is a writer and editor in the areas of popular psychology and self-help. Daniel and Jason are the authors of several psychology titles including Use Your Head: A Guided Tour of the Human Mind (2010). Their work has appeared in various national newspapers and magazines, among them The Times, The Guardian, The Independent, and Psychologies.  Table of ContentsPreface Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Committing to happiness Chapter 3: Getting the basics in place: improving your diet and sleep Chapter 4: Activities for happiness Chapter 5: Calming negative thoughts Chapter 6: Increasing positive thoughts Chapter 7: Relaxing your body and mind Chapter 8: Relationships Chapter 9: Happiness at work Chapter 10: Underlying problems: common psychological issues that fuel unhappiness Chapter 11: Becoming happier – and staying happier

Read more less

Book SynopsisDamian Hughesis Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change for Manchester Metropolitan University. He's also the founder of LiquidThinker, which takes the methods used by great achievers and shows how to adopt them into life and business to achieve dreams and ambitions. His innovative approach has been praised by Sir Richard Branson, Muhammad Ali, Tiger Woods and Sir Alex Ferguson .He also runs a Manchester inner-city youth club and is the author of Liquid Thinking and Liquid Leadership (Capstone).Table of ContentsHow to Change Almost Anything Introduction 10 steps to change almost anything 1. Create the right first impression 2. Decide how you want to be perceived 3. Recognise the power of emotions 4. Address the four big needs 5. Understand your reaction to change 6. Anticipate how those around you will react to change 7. Examine your beliefs 8. Avoid belief traps 9. Be aware of where you’re sitting 10. Take action - Over to you... Personal Postscript

Read more less

Book SynopsisRus Slater is an experienced career coach who has been helping individuals discover their true career path since the mid-1990s. His experience has led him t work with a diverse range of people from the unemployed, graduates, those returning to t he workplace after maternity or retirement and people who are looking to set up their own businesses.   When not coaching Rus is designing and delivering management training programs and he has been commissioned to write four books including one to tie in to the BBC TV series Dragons' Den.Table of ContentsAbout the author Publisher's acknowledgements Introduction How to use this book Chapter 1. Your Life Goals and Your Legacy Chapter 2. Your Values and Beliefs Chapter 3. Your Likes and Dislikes Chapter 4. Balancing Your Work And Your Life Chapter 5.What’s Your Brand? Chapter 6. Family: Fitting Your Lifestyle/Career With Theirs Chapter 7. Family As A Career Chapter 8. The Evolution Of Your Career; Can You Future Proof It? Chapter 9. Soar With The Egos Chapter 10. Putting It Back Chapter 11. Learning And Earning Chapter 12. Getting The Word Out There Chapter 13. Wage Slave Or Captain Of Your Own Destiny? Bibliography Glossary Index

Read more less

Book SynopsisSue Hadfield taught English in comprehensive schools for twenty years and has spent the last ten years teaching adults assertiveness, career and personal development skills at the University of Sussex and for community groups.   Gill Hasson works with people from diverse backgrounds and situations teaching community development, career and personal development, critical thinking and academic skills. She has written for Psychologies magazine and for the Open University.Trade Review “Practical, empowering and thought-provoking.” Heather Buckley, Co-Founder and Director of Silicon Beach Training “This book will help everyone understand that a few small changes can add up to big changes in our happiness and success.” Vicki Saunders, serial entrepreneur & CEO, ZazengoTable of Contents Part 1 What it means to be assertive 1 What does it mean to be assertive? 2 Feel good about yourself and make others feel good too 3 Say what you want and what you don’t want 4 How to deal with other people’s expectations and demands Part 2 Putting it into practice 5 How to be assertive with your family 6 How to be assertive with your friends 7 How to be assertive at work 8 How to get good service 9 How to be assertive at interviews 10 How to be assertive in meetings 11 Help others to be assertive 12 How to deal with difficult people 13 How to make assertive decisions Conclusion Appendix 1 Useful assertive phrases and quick responses Appendix 2 Courses and websites Index

Read more less

Book SynopsisIn A Little Bit of Hope, TV presenter and charity campaigner Katie Piper offers 100 uplifting and inspirational bite-sized daily affirmations, empowering you to find hope and positivity as you navigate life's many ups and downs.Trade Review'Katie is such a shining light and positive role model for so many, including me. This book will uplift readers with her advice, positivity and spirituality.' -- Andrea McLean, TV presenter and Sunday Times bestselling author'Katie personifies all the traits I most admire in people: courage, resilience, determination, mental strength, a refusal to do self-pity, and a fantastically positive and optimistic view of life whatever hurdles are put in her way.' -- Piers Morgan, broadcaster, journalist, writer and television personality'A wonderful and uplifting book for those who need daily guidance and light in their lives.' -- Louise Pentland, author, YouTuber and UN ambassador'In a world that often feels designed to prevent recovery from trauma, Katie Piper is the inspirational warrior we all need. A champion of how to survive and then thrive no matter what tragedy life sends our way, Katie Piper is someone we admire greatly, and we often look to her for positive words and affirmations to pick us up.' -- Ian Redpath and Jeremy Chopra, authors of All on the Board'Katie's zest for life is a tonic for the soul.' -- Susanna Reid, TV presenter'Katie personifies heart, courage, endurance and hope as the extraordinary woman she is. It is beautifully expressed in this gift of a book that every one of us can learn and grow from.' -- Julia Samuel, bestselling author, speaker and psychotherapist'Faith, positivity and spirituality can be such powerful tools in life. No one epitomizes this more than Katie Piper does.' -- Nadia Sawalha, TV presenter and personality'Katie is one of the most uplifting souls I've come across - online and offline. One minute in her company and you feel anchored by her beautiful rawness and extraordinary energy . . . It's like having a friend in a book.' -- Anna Whitehouse, aka Mother Pukka – author, radio presenter and campaigner'Katie radiates positivity! A book for those who need daily uplifting affirmations from one of the most inspiring women I know. A mustread to brighten up your days.' -- Laura Whitmore, author and presenter'Katie has always been an inspiration to me. She is beautiful inside and out, and has devoted her life to helping and inspiring others, which shows how selfless and amazing she is. Her positivity shines through and her book is the perfect example of this.' -- Jessica Wright, TV personality and businesswoman'Having faith is having hope, and hope helps us to dispel our fears and to channel our energy into what we can be hopeful for. Katie Piper is a symbol of hope who inspires us to believe that things can get better, no matter how hard we are challenged. She reminds us to have faith.' -- Kamran Bedi, life coach and author'Katie is THE example of a positive, uplifting human being. Her daily affirmations on social media are always so encouraging, so to have them all in one book is such a great idea and will help so many.' -- Olivia Bowen, TV personality'Katie Piper is a sheer force for good, embodying great strength, resilience, determination and hope. Katie has unflinchingly shared her experiences and the life lessons she's garnered over the years with her million-strong community, helping them to feel inspired and empowered. Her wise and nourishing daily mantras within this book will provide you too with the courage to transform your life, and it couldn't come at a more poignant or apt time.' -- Vicki Broadbent, founder of HonestMum.com, bestselling author of Mumboss and TV broadcaster'Katie Piper is such an empowering person. Anyone who has struggled with adversity and fought their way out of tough situations can take comfort and inspiration from her approach to life.' -- Matt Haig, author'Katie embodies strength, resilience and positivity, and that is truly reflected in her new book. If you're in need of something to lift you up and fill you with confidence, then this book is for you.' -- Alice Liveing, personal trainer, author and Instagrammer

Read more less

Book Synopsis

Read more less

Book SynopsisA Stunning NRSVue Bible that Reflects the Beauty of Scripture and FaithExquisite from the inside out, the NRSVue Artisan Collection Bible invites you to journal or draw alongside Scripture while delighting in the beauty of the cover, which features a unique expressionist art piece by painter Leslie Vann. The carefully composed interior features the exclusive Zondervan NRSVue Comfort Print® typeface in a double-column typesetting, allowing you to carry this Bible wherever you go.Skillfully crafted for the New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition (NRSVue) text, Zondervan''s exclusive Comfort Print® typeface provides a smooth reading experience that complements the foremost Bible translation vetted by Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and Jewish scholars. Continuing the legacy of the NRSV, the NRSVue aims to faithfully serve the church in personal spiritual formation, in the liturgy, and in the academy. With revisions base

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe first NRSVue Artisan Collection Bible featuring artwork from Leslie Vann. The carefully composed interior features the exclusive easy-to-read Zondervan NRSVue Comfort Print typeface and lightly ruled margins for your notes, journaling, and art.

Read more less

Book SynopsisFor decades, Gloria Steinem has led a social revolution against injustice. In Revolution from Within -- called the ultimate self-help book by the Los Angeles Times -- she sets out to restore the self-authority that such injustice has undermined.A fine triumph...Succeeds in holding the feminist course while expanding its horizons to include everyone. --TimeRevolution from Within has a special sweetness -- that of triumph. Gloria Steinem dared to look behind the bravely smiling face she presented to the world for many years to encounter a not-so-bravely-smiling inner self. This meeting will strike sparks of recognition and encouragement. --Alice Walker, author of The Color Purple

Read more less

Book SynopsisTaken up with our human existence, the journey of our soul through birth, death and afterlife remains a mystery to most. This insightful book sheds light on the very nature of the soul, explaining its presence before, during and after life. Part one describes our soul''s engagement with the physical world and ends as it prepares to be released again at death. Part two exposes the most mysterious phase of the journey - as the soul enters another dimension. With evidence from near death experience, past lives and clairvoyance, Brenda details fascinating aspects of our soul''s experience, including communication with the living and reincarnation. Illuminating and uplifting, this book offers peace, hope and comfort making us revisit our life afresh.

Read more less

Book SynopsisMark Forster''s book Get Everything Done and Still Have Time to Play took an entirely new approach to time management. One of his most important points was that once we have taken on a commitment, prioritising does not work because we need to do everything relating to that commitment. In the six years since he wrote the book as he has reached thousands of people through writing, seminars and coaching, he has continued to develop and refine his methods . He has now perfected even more effective methods of getting everything done through the introduction of some radical new ideas, including closed lists, the manyana principle and the will do list. He is brilliant at helping people to use new forms of communication effectively so that they do not become a tyrant. The result is a complete system which will enable almost anyone to complete one day''s work in one day.

Read more less

Book SynopsisThe pursuit of happiness is universal. Most of us would like to experience more joy and elation, but when we feel like we are falling short of this ideal, we can often feel downcast. We may even see ''darker'' emotional states, like anger and envy, as character defects or serious illnesses.In The Positive Power of Negative Emotions, Dr Tim Lomas reveals that these ''negative'' feelings are not only normal and natural, but may in fact serve as pathways to the very happiness and flourishing that we seek. Anger can signal that you''ve been treated unfairly and push you towards change. Guilt suggests that you have let yourself down, and drives you to be better. Envy can motivate you to improve yourself and your life. Boredom can be a gateway to creativity and self-transcendence. Loneliness allows your authentic voice to be heard, and teaches self-sufficiency. The Positive Power of Negative Emotions will be your guide to using your darker feelings toTrade ReviewThis book is far more than an argument for tolerating bad feelings. Drawing on philosophy, the arts, psychology and personal experience, Tim Lomas shows how sadness, anxiety, anger and the rest can be a path to growth. His surprisingly uplifting message is that learning to harness our negative emotions will expand our capacity for joy -- Oliver Burkeman, author of The AntidoteA truly inspirational new book * Daily Mail *Although we might not want to face our feelings of fear, sadness, and loneliness, these are the body's warning lights. In this useful and enjoyable book, Tim Lomas shows how our feelings give us the clues for how to make a better life. Learn to listen to your inner voice of wisdom -- Professor Stephen Joseph, author of Authentic: How to be yourself and why it matters

Read more less

Book Synopsis''A fun, interesting, and useful read!'' David Allen, bestselling author of Getting Things DoneNearly all of us want to be more productive, but finding the method that works for you among the hundreds and hundreds of different tips, tricks and hacks can be a daunting prospect. After graduating college, Chris Bailey decided to dedicate a whole year to doing just that - experimenting with as many of the techniques as he could, and finding the things that work. Among the experiments that he undertook are: going several weeks on little to no sleep; cutting out caffeine and sugar; taking a daily siesta; living in total isolation for 10 days; stretching his workweek to 90 hours; and getting up at 5:30 every morning, all the while monitoring the impact of his experiments on the quality and quantity of his work. The results were often surprising! This book is the result of Chris''s year-long journey, distilling the lessons he learned into a few core truTrade ReviewChris Bailey has tackled the daunting task of personally experimenting with any and every technique you can imagine that could positively affect your productivity. His dedication to the project and his intelligent conclusions, combined with his candor and articulateness, make this a fun, interesting, and useful read! -- David Allen, author of GETTING THINGS DONEChris Bailey might be the most productive man you'd ever hope to meet. * TED blog *Here's a book that promises, in the title, to pay for itself. And, the truth is, it will, in just a few days. And you'll even enjoy the journey. -- Seth Godin, author of LINCHPINChris has written the ultimate guidebook for setting your life on fire. Read it, and you'll not only get more done, you'll feel better about it too. -- Laura Vanderkam, author of 168 HOURSSo often we get stuck just doing what we have always done, even if it's not really working. This book helps you cut through all the productivity advice out there to find and test what really works for you. -- Shawn Achor, positive psychology researcher and New York Times bestselling author of THE HAPPINESS ADVANTAGEThe Productivity Project is well-written, fun, practical and useful all at the same time. I loved this book. It's practical Buddhism at its best! -- Marshall Goldsmith, author of WHAT GOT YOU HERE WON'T GET YOU THERE

Read more less