Description
Book SynopsisLife is not easy. There are times when we are full of gloom, doubt, fear, bitter disappointment or insecurity. This practical book will help you to experience greater freedom and quality in your life and teach you how to cope with stressful situations.
Combining mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) exercises in an accessible 9-week programme, Bohlmeijer and Hulsbergen show you how to observe your thoughts without judgement and connect with the 'here and now' in your life. By spending a few minutes a day, you will discover what really matters to you in life and learn to base your day-to-day actions on your values.
Learn how to live in the moment with this step-by-step guide to mindfulness and walk away from fighting difficult emotions. You will find peace and greater joy, as well as reduced anxiety and stress.
With illustrations by Helen van Vliet.
"Ernst Bohlmeijer and Monique Hulsbergen have written a clear and reassu
Table of Contents
Foreword by Dr Rick Norris
Acknowledgements
About the authors
Introduction
How to use this bookPART 1: What is 'living in the moment'?
Week 1 What do I want out of life?
Week 2 I'm not there yet
Week 3 Leave your mind out of it
PART 2: Resources for living in the moment
Week 4 Hello insecurity, welcome
Week 5 The 'trial balloons' of the mind
Week 6 Who exactly am I?
PART 3: Living in the moment in practice
Week 7 How do you want to live in the moment?
Week 8 Go for it!
Week 9 Keep going for it
Glossary
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