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When I try to meditate, I find that my mind wanders and I get more stressed. Is meditation for me? You’re not alone. People who have been meditating for days and people who have been meditating for decades share in this as well. You must remember that meditation isn’t about forcefully purging thought from your mind. It’s about training your mind to acknowledge those stresses.

Do you struggle to be motivated to do things you don’t want to do? Do you ever experience hard times when you know you’re supposed to keep going? Well, my friend, then this guide is for you. In this book, you will come across inspirational figures in history who succeeded against all odds. They knew not to give up, and they persevered to the very end. Aside from that, some of the most important things you need to tell yourself are summed up here. Thoughts about destiny and coincidence, envisioning your future, training your mind to see the positive, and so much more.

In this practical and trauma-informed guide to deep shadow work, Mary Mueller Shutan explains how to find compassion for your dark side, reconnect with the repressed and abandoned parts of yourself, and reclaim the resiliency and joy of your authentic, whole self. A wide variety of intuitive, emotional intelligence, and self-expression exercises support you in identifying your shadow projections and teach you how to safely and skillfully work with the difficult emotions that may arise in the process of exploring the less illuminated places within.

Sharing her experiences as a life coach and recovering perfectionist, Caroline Garnet McGraw shows us how we can free ourselves from the weight of expectations and encourages us to move our lives forward without apology. Inspired by her viral essay "You Don't Owe Anyone an Interaction", this book invites us to make surprising choices that can help us get unstuck. Rather than offering more ways to effect change through sheer effort, these personal stories serve as a compassionate witness, a reflection of our own perfectionistic tendencies.

An introductory guide to cultivating patience and opening your heart to difficult circumstances from leading Buddhist teacher Dzigar Kongtrul Rinpoche.

We all want to be good parents, but our pasts hold us back. We all feel like we're failing at parenting. In Grow Up, personal development guru Gary John Bishop shows us how to let go of what came before and start taking action. Gary argues we're never going to measure up to the perfect parent model - this book will equip you to think about how you show up in the world to nurture your children in the present. No more tips and tricks, Grow Up will help you take charge of the direction of your life and show your kids how to follow theirs.

So often, books about learning to be more persuasive assume that everyone wants to dominate and control their worlds. They assume, so much of the time, that people are cynical, cruel, and just looking for power so that they can start stepping on people. That is not the case with this audiobook! Quite the contrary, this book will give you a road map to ensure that you are not only capable of defending yourself against bullies, con men, and cruelty but that you are capable of making other people's lives better, too.

What happens to you in life matters less than the way you feel about life; that's the message of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). If you've ever tried to change something about yourself - your mood, your weight, your behavior - you'll have noticed that change often hurts, so you stop trying. CBT can help you when change starts to hurt. In the revised and updated edition of this best-selling title, professional CBT practitioner Avy Joseph shows you how to challenge negative thoughts and unhealthy beliefs to improve your outlook in your personal and professional lives.

Unlock the path to a more joyful, focused self with "Overthinking Is Not the Solution"! Break free from the cycle of overthinking, anxiety, and self-doubt that holds you back. This transformative audiobook by bestselling author Robert J. Charles serves as your personal guide to mental liberation, offering 25 innovative strategies to alleviate stress, eliminate negative thoughts, and embrace emotional mastery.

In a time of blurred realities and filtered faces, embracing your awkwardness may seem counterintuitive. As 2x TEDx Speaker and Executive Coach Henna Pryor shows, relishing your “Good Awkward” is essential to becoming more bold, boosting your confidence, and taking the necessary professional risks at work that help you be braver and meet your true potential.

In The Emotional Intelligence Skills Workbook, psychologists Matthew McKay and Stephanie Catella draw from emotion efficacy therapy (EET) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to offer a wealth of practical skills you can use to navigate difficult conversations effectively while maintaining your relationships. You'll learn what emotional intelligence (EI) is, and why strengthening it can help you overcome conflict with others.

In Quietly Confident, Kate looks beyond the narrow scope of Western culture and paints a broader, more human definition of what it means to have confidence and be 'successful'. In an era that rewards those with the loudest voices (and the most followers), Kate encourages introverts to let go of outdated ideas and beliefs so that they too might shine just as brightly. With a better understanding of introversion's many invaluable gifts and the ability to tap in to our infinite worth, Kate will guide listeners towards the confidence that already exists within each of us.

Designed for those searching for ways how to heal a broken heart and those getting over a breakup or divorce, this guided meditation for heartbreak helps alleviate physical, psychological and emotional pain naturally, by reconnecting listeners to their own core of inner strength and basic, inborn sense of wholeness. This meditation for a breakup also instills reminders of a sense of purpose, lovability, and hope for the future, while envisioning the eventual return to living each day with an open, joyful heart.

El primer libro de Cristina Pedroche es una historia muy personal que duele por su honestidad y atrapa por su belleza. Un testimonio valiente sobre cómo plantarle cara al miedo. ¿Lo has experimentado alguna vez? ¿Has vivido eso de estar en el mejor momento de tu vida sintiéndote, al mismo tiempo, tan mal? No pensé que este tipo de cosas pudieran pasar. Bueno, yo creía que muchas de las cosas que te explicaré en este libro no me iban a pasar. Hasta que pasan.

Learn to lead an empowered life with this supportive and positive guide for those who are discovering their empath abilities and looking for information to help in understanding their gift, as well as how to embrace it and thrive in everyday life.

In this comprehensive guide on self-discipline, you’ll find anything and everything you need to know to become the best version of yourself. This step-by-step process breaks down all the essentials toward becoming a more responsible, dependable, and devoted person, letting you learn the ropes of self-discipline, so you can stick to anything you put your mind to.

Harness the power of mental toughness with these 7 easy steps... and turn your life into something you're proud and comfortable with! Everyone should embrace mental toughness, not just for athletes. Being mentally tough is a hat that looks good on everyone. Anyone can be mentally tough; its all about your dedication to self-improvement.

Does loving yourself seem unreachable? Feeling crushed by harsh self-judgments and suffocated by self-hatred? You may be surprised at how simple loving yourself again (or for the first time) can be. If you're sick and tired of the "just think positive thoughts" approach and hungry for something substantial that works long-term, you're in the right place.

Events in our lives, both good and bad, form rings in us like the rings in a tree. Each ring records memories that affect our feelings, our relationships, and our thoughts about God. In this classic work, David Seamands encourages us to live compassionately with ourselves as we allow the Holy Spirit to heal our past. As he helps us name hurdles in our lives - such as guilt, poor self-worth, and perfectionism - he shows us how we can find freedom from our pain and enjoy the abundant life God wants for us.

Do you often feel like you stand out in a crowd, your emotions more intense than those around you? Is overwhelm a constant companion, making each day feel like an uphill battle? Being an HSP presents unique challenges in a world not always attuned to sensitivity. Discover why your sensitivity is not a curse but a gift, offering insights and perspectives that enrich your life. It's time to thrive as an HSP.