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Mindfulness For Warriors: Empowering First Responders to Reduce Stress and Build Resilience
by Kim ColegroveA meditation expert shares tools for coping with the first responder way of life, and personal stories of overcoming trauma through mindfulness.First responders have the difficult job of running toward danger and putting other people’s lives ahead of their own. Kim Colegrove knows from personal experience that what they endure on the job can be deeply traumatic. After thirty years in law enforcement, her husband took his own life. This agonizing experience inspired Kim to help first responders develop the tools they need to handle the profound stress they face.In 2017, Kim founded The PauseFirst Project, Mindfulness for First Responders. Working with organizations across the country, she teaches techniques that help reduce stress, regulate emotion, and improve overall health and well-being. In Mindfulness for Warriors, she shares these techniques, as well as interviews with first responders and her own harrowing story of loss, recovery and fighting in her husband’s memory.
Mindfulness Is Better Than Chocolate: A Practical Guide to Enhanced Focus and Lasting Happiness in a World of Distractions
by David Michie&“Rigorous and playful . . . an excellent perspective on the &‘why&’ and the &‘how&’ of mindfulness practice. This book is better than chocolate!&” —Tal Ben-Shahar, New York Times–bestselling author of Happier Distractions are everywhere. Our thoughts drift to what we need to do tomorrow or what went wrong yesterday. Even pleasurable things—like eating chocolate—don&’t receive our full attention. As a result, we miss out on joy that is easily within reach. Drawing on both Buddhist teachings and contemporary science, David Michie teaches us how to experience a mind free of stress and dullness and gives us the tools to rewire our brains for happiness. &“Mindfulness&” is paying attention to the present moment, deliberately and nonjudgmentally—and those who practice it experience a wealth of benefits: ·Reduced stress ·Stronger immune systems ·More ease in breaking bad habits ·Improved self-esteem ·Enhanced mental clarity ·Sharper memory ·Overall well-being ·and better-tasting chocolate! &“Full of great advice relevant to most people&’s lives, with a constant undercurrent of humor.&” —NOVA Magazine
Mindfulness Made Easy: Learn How to Be Present and Kind - to Yourself and Others
by Ed HalliwellAn introductory book on mindfulness that will help you to understand this popular technique and cultivate a daily practice.Mindfulness is a powerful antidote to the stresses of modern life and teaches us how to be still in the present moment, to pay attention to ourselves and our surroundings and cultivate peaceful clarity and openness. Ed Halliwell teaches mindfulness to prestigious global organizations, advises the UK government on creating mindfulness-based policies and works on mindfulness campaigns for the Mental Health Foundation. In this week-by-week guide, packed with practical exercises and suitable for all levels of experience, Ed presents traditional mindfulness teaching alongside scientific evidence that shows these techniques have huge potential for enhancing our health and wellbeing.Explore:- key mindfulness practices- the science of mindful attention and neuroplasticity- how to cultivate a mindful attitude- seeing with awareness and approaching challenges- when to let go and when to take mindful actionThis book was previously published under the title Mindfulness (Hay House Basics series).
Mindfulness Made Easy: Teach Yourself
by Martha LangleyMindful meditation has been around for thousands of years, and now it is being used by top therapists as a highly effective way of overcoming anxiety, depression and a number of other emotional difficulties. If you are suffering from low mood, feeling anxious, or just want to learn an amazing technique for gaining control of your mind and feelings, this book is a clear and approachable introduction to the power of Mindfulness. The most straightforward guide available, it gives step-by-step instructions on how to practice Mindfulness, showing you a variety of different exercises, before explaining exactly how to use Mindfulness to overcome almost anything, from depression and anxiety to over-eating and relationship difficulties. Discover how to be Mindful in your daily life, and find a new, more peaceful path to walk every day.
Mindfulness Made Simple: An Introduction To Finding Calm Through Mindfulness And Meditation
by Calistoga PressA modern practice with ancient roots, mindfulness is widely recognized for its calming, healing and restorative effects. Mindfulness and meditation can help you release stress, regulate your emotions, achieve focus and clarity, strengthen your communication skills, and cultivate an appreciation for what is most important to you. Based on centuries of experience and new techniques in the field of psychology, Mindfulness Made Simple shows you how to bring mindfulness and meditation into your daily life. Mindfulness Made Simple offers inspiring and practical guidance, with:* Brief history of mindfulness and its growing impact in the present day. * Step-by-step introduction to your first meditation. * 5 further meditations and 8 advanced meditations to deepen your practice. * Simple exercises and journal prompts to support your mindfulness journey. * Inspirational quotes and tips to help you stay focused and motivated. * Foreword by noted psychologist Elisha Goldstein, PhD. With Mindfulness Made Simple, the full benefits of a soothing and healthy mindfulness practice are only a few simple exercises away.
Mindfulness Made Simple: An Introduction to Finding Calm Through Mindfulness & Meditation
by Calistoga PressEase Your Anxiety and Find Calm with the Ancient and Popular Practice of Mindfulness A modern practice with ancient roots, mindfulness is widely recognized for its calming, healing, and restorative effects. Mindfulness and meditation can help you relieve stress, regulate your emotions, achieve focus and clarity, strengthen your communication skills, and cultivate an appreciation for what is most important to you. Based on centuries of experience and new techniques in the field of psychology, Mindfulness Made Simple shows how to bring mindfulness and meditation into your daily life. Mindfulness Made Simple offers inspiring and practical guidance, with: Foreword by noted psychologist Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. Brief history of mindfulness and its growing impact in the present day Step-by-step introduction to your first meditation 5 further meditations and 8 advanced meditations to deepen your practice Simple exercises and journal prompts to support your mindfulness journey Inspirational quotes and tips to help you stay focused and motivated With Mindfulness Made Simple, the full benefits of a soothing and healthy mindfulness practice are only a few simple exercises away.
Mindfulness Meditations for Depression: 100 Practices for Solace and Self-Compassion
by Sophie A Lazarus PhDPractice self-compassion with 100 mindfulness meditations for depression The unhelpful patterns that fuel depression can become clearer, less intimidating, and easier to manage as we develop a mindfulness practice. Mindfulness Meditations for Depression is filled with gentle, step-by-step meditations to help bolster this awareness and break depression's hold on your life. Explore 100 accessible practices, structured around the seven principles of mindfulness: beginner's mind, non-judgment, acceptance, patience, trust, non-striving, and letting go. You'll learn how to use mindfulness techniques to better understand your mood, anxiety level, and overall well-being as you work through the challenges that life presents. While meditation is not a quick-fix for depression, the tools here can contribute to lasting relief. Mindfulness Meditations for Depression includes: Mindfulness for depression—Learn more about meditation and mindfulness, as well as the patterns of depression, including avoidance and rumination. Continuing self-care—Develop awareness around your emotions, thoughts, sensations, and behaviors so you can catch early warning signs of depression and employ mindful self-care tactics. Evidence-based methods—Discover meditations rooted in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, which focuses on the development of mindfulness to cope with depressive patterns of thinking and prevent future relapse. Manage depression symptoms and find peace with Mindfulness Meditations for Depression.
Mindfulness Meditations for the Frantic Parent: The Now Effect
by Elisha GoldsteinYou have what it takes to be an excellent parent. You have all the answers within you; all you need to do is tap into that space and trust your instincts. Learn to listen to your intuition and break free from the tendencies that lead you to become a frantic, stressed-out parent. A leader in mindfulness psychology, Dr. Elisha Goldstein demonstrates how to use the space between stimulus and response to break free from habitual beliefs and thoughts that don’t serve you in becoming the best parent you can be. These techniques will allow you to connect to the present moment to make deep, permanent life changes. In essence, this book teaches the foundation for how the now—this very moment—can change the rest of your life
Mindfulness Meditations for the Troubled Sleeper: The Now Effect
by Elisha GoldsteinYou don’t have to suffer from insomnia anymore. You don’t have to lie in bed thinking about how terrible the next day is going to be because you can’t get any rest. You can gain clarity and freedom over your troubled mind and tap into a place of harmony that is going to lead you to a good night’s sleep. Learn how to quiet your busy mind and break the cycle that keeps you in a state of agitation. A leader in mindfulness psychology, Dr. Elisha Goldstein demonstrates how to use the space between stimulus and response to break free from habitual beliefs and thoughts that keep you from sleeping well. These techniques will allow you to connect to the present moment to make deep, permanent life changes. In essence, this book teaches the foundation for how the now—this very moment—can change the rest of your life.
Mindfulness Moments for Kids: 30 Mindful Moments For Kids To Feel Calm And Focused Anytime, Anywhere (Mindfulness Moments for Kids)
by Kira WilleyPart of the Mindfuless Moments for Kids series, this mindful meditation exercise featuring a sweet bear cub helps kids feel calm, wherever they are. With this board book, kids will learn to control their breathing and soothe themselves slowly to sleep, just like a bear in hibernation! Best of all, it can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at a child's desk at school. Based on Kira Willey's Parents' Choice GOLD Award-winning writing, this board book series (Listen like an Elephant and the upcoming Bunny Breaths) is the first of its kind and is the perfect tool to help children and parents develop a fun and consistent mindfulness practice.Adapted from the successful Breathe like a Bear hardcover/trade paperback--a collection of mindful moments and exercises for kids--this board book is an easy-to-follow breathing exercise kids can use to manage their bodies, breath, and emotions.
Mindfulness Moments for Kids: Bunny Breaths (Mindfulness Moments for Kids)
by Kira WilleyPart of the Mindfulness Moments for Kids series, this mindful meditation moment teaches kids to think like a bunny and find their own focused energy!With Bunny Breaths, kids learn to how to replenish their energy with quick, focused breaths...no matter how blah they feel. Best of all, it can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at a child's desk at school. Mindfulness Moments for Kids offer easy-to-follow exercises that kids can use to manage their bodies, breathing, and emotions.
Mindfulness Moments for Kids: Hot Cocoa Calm (Mindfulness Moments for Kids)
by Kira WilleyPart of the Mindfulness Moments for Kids series, this mindful breathing moment teaches kids to find peace and calm.With Hot Cocoa Calm, kids learn to how to take control of their emotions and breathe their way to calm. The perfect soothing read for bedtime before the winter holidays, this board book celebrates the peacefulness of the season. Best of all, it can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at a child's desk at school. Mindfulness Moments for Kids offer easy-to-follow exercises that kids can use to manage their bodies, breathing, and emotions.
Mindfulness Moments for Kids: Listen Like an Elephant (Mindfulness Moments for Kids)
by Kira WilleyPart of the Mindfulness Moments for Kids series, this mindful meditation exercise featuring a colorful elephant helps kids feel focused, wherever they are.With Listen Like an Elephant, kids learn to slow down, listen to the world around them, and focus their minds--no matter how messy life becomes. Best of all, the exercise can be performed anywhere: in the backseat of a car, at home, or even at their desk at school. Written by Kira Willey, winner of a Parents' Choice Gold Award, this board book series (also including Breathe Like a Bear and the upcoming Bunny Breaths) is the first of its kind and is the perfect tool to help children and parents develop a fun and consistent mindfulness practice.Adapted from the successful hardcover and paperback editions of Breathe Like a Bear--a collection of mindfulness moments and exercises for kids--this board book is an easy-to-follow exercise kids can use to manage their bodies, breath, and emotions.
Mindfulness OCD Workbook: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Help You Manage Intrusive Thoughts
by Sarah Fader Robin Taylor Kirk LMFTManaging OCD with mindfulness—break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and live more peacefully People living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) struggle with unwanted intrusive thoughts and urges that cause anxiety and distress. This mindfulness workbook teaches techniques to help you acknowledge those thoughts and relate to the physical symptoms of anxiety in a new way. With this interactive mindfulness workbook, you'll find exercises to help ground yourself in the present moment, plan mindfulness-based exposure to your triggers, and explore more productive language to describe how you feel. You'll learn how to disengage from distressing thoughts—which can help calm the urge to engage in compulsive behavior. This mindfulness workbook features: 7 Pillars of mindfulness—Every chapter focuses on one of the pillars of mindfulness: Beginner's Mind, Non-judgment, Acceptance, Patience, Trust, Non-striving, and Letting Go—with specific exercises for working on each one. 10-20 Minutes per day—These mindfulness workbook exercises only take a short time, so it's easy and practical to build them into your life. Encouragement and guidance—With supportive words, helpful advice, and space for personal reflection, you'll gradually move through techniques for a variety of intrusive thoughts. Find relief from the intrusive thoughts and urges of OCD with a simple and effective mindfulness workbook.
Mindfulness Plain & Simple
by Oli DoyleMINDFULNESS PLAIN & SIMPLE provides the tools, tips and tricks you need to de-stress and de-clutter your mind. Inner peace and happiness are available now, and they're closer than you think. By taking just a few minutes out of your day and making the simple but dramatic shift into the present moment, you will find more focus, effectiveness and clarity than you ever thought possible. There is no jargon, religion or new age vision quest, just simple tools to be happier and more confident straight away. Oli Doyle is renowned for teaching mindfulness directly to those with no experience. For anyone seeking a simple, practical guide to living mindfully, this book is a must.
Mindfulness Plain & Simple (Mindfulnes)
by Oli DoyleMINDFULNESS PLAIN & SIMPLE provides the tools, tips and tricks you need to de-stress and de-clutter your mind.Inner peace and happiness are available now, and they're closer than you think. By taking just a few minutes out of your day and making the simple but dramatic shift into the present moment, you will find more focus, effectiveness and clarity than you ever thought possible. There is no jargon, religion or new age vision quest, just simple tools to be happier and more confident straight away.Oli Doyle is renowned for teaching mindfulness directly to those with no experience. For anyone seeking a simple, practical guide to living mindfully, this book is a must.
Mindfulness Plain & Simple (Mindfulnes)
by Oli DoyleMINDFULNESS PLAIN & SIMPLE provides the tools, tips and tricks you need to de-stress and de-clutter your mind.Inner peace and happiness are available now, and they're closer than you think. By taking just a few minutes out of your day and making the simple but dramatic shift into the present moment, you will find more focus, effectiveness and clarity than you ever thought possible. There is no jargon, religion or new age vision quest, just simple tools to be happier and more confident straight away.Oli Doyle is renowned for teaching mindfulness directly to those with no experience. For anyone seeking a simple, practical guide to living mindfully, this book is a must.Read by Clare Corbett(p) 2015 Orion Publishing Group
Mindfulness Skills for Kids & Teens: A Workbook for Clinicians & Clients with 154 Tools, Techniques, Activities & Worksheets
by Debra E BurdickFinally -- a comprehensive, practical and user-friendly mindfulness resource written specifically for children and adolescents. Best-selling mindfulness author Debra Burdick has blended the latest research and best practices to create this straight-forward guide for improving self-awareness, self-regulation skills, mental health, and social connectedness in kids and teens. This expertly crafted resource features a collection of more than 150 proven tools and techniques, presented in a simple, step-by-step skill building format. Perfect for mental health practitioners, teachers and all in the helping professions.
Mindfulness Through the Stars: A Zodiac Wellness Guide
by Ashley FloresIn this beginner&’s guide for amateur astrologists, learn how to use astrology houses to gain personal insight and cultivate relationships. Overcome insecurities, love your flaws, and shine like a star. Embracing the astrological energy of each unique personality in your world can provide cosmic relief to everyday chaos and noise. As the planets cycle through the houses of the horoscope, so do individual ups and downs. Taking astrology aspects like your sun sign and rising sign into consideration, Mindfulness Through the Stars teaches you to use your personal horoscope for self-knowledge and self-care. All horoscope signs have a good, a bad, and an ugly. And each zodiac personality trait can provide guidance to target improvement and encouragement and become an evolved version of your sign. On this journey of celestial self-development, learn how to take better care of the body, mind, and spirit with topics like astrology compatibility and mindfulness activities. Aries, enjoy a facial with your Leo bestie. Sagittarius, unwind with a little wine and a new book. No matter your sign, it&’s time to listen to the secret language of the stars. &“As someone who&’s curious about astrology but not a huge believer, Ashley&’s book has turned me into a believer.&” —Shingirai Mazengwe, artist and photographer &“Ashley Flores's awesome astrology book adds much-needed diversity and POC perspective to the study of the stars.&” —Cerridwen Greenleaf, author of Moon Spell Magic &“Combines the ancient patterns of starlight with the modern practice of meditation at a time when we need it most. The perfect read for a hectic year!&” —Araminta Star Matthews, co-author of Crystal Intentions: Practices for Manifesting Wellness
Mindfulness Workbook For Dummies
by Shamash Alidina Joelle Jane MarshallRestore balance to your life and live in the moment Mindfulness is a proven meditation technique that can help you restore balance in your personal life. Now, the author of Mindfulness For Dummies shows you step-by-step how to put the lessons of his book into practice. Inside you'll find a huge number of hands-on exercises and techniques to help you to live in the present, let go of negative, distracting, and judgmental thoughts, and achieve greater happiness and contentment in your life. Mindfulness can be applied to a range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue, or illness Practicing mindfulness promotes well-being and improves quality of life The audio CD contains guided meditations to enhance the practical guidance within the book Mindfulness Workbook For Dummies gives you the tools you need to pay attention to the present without judgment, and build a happier life. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
Mindfulness Workbook for Kids: 60+ Activities to Encourage Calm, Focus, and Compassion (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids)
by Lara HocheiserHelp kids feel calmer and happier with mindfulness for ages 5 to 7 Mindfulness means focusing on the present moment, instead of letting your feelings get too big and overwhelming. It's a simple way to manage worries and feel more positive. The Mindfulness Workbook for Kids helps any kid be more mindful anytime, wherever they are. With activities like counting deep breaths or drawing a sky full of clouds, this book of mindfulness and meditation for kids teaches them ways to stay more relaxed and tackle challenges with confidence and curiosity. All about mindfulness—Explore the basics of mindfulness with exercises and explanations that are fun and easy for kids to understand. Coping skills—Kids will discover how mindfulness can help them identify their feelings, be kinder to others, and stay focused in the face of distractions. Teaching and sharing—Get any kid involved with exercises they can explore by themselves, in a group, or with a grown-up. They'll also read stories about how other mindful kids have used these tools to succeed. Show little ones that mindfulness can make them feel more capable and optimistic with this mindfulness for kids workbook.
Mindfulness Workbook for Kids: 60+ Activities to Focus, Stay Calm, and Make Good Choices (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids)
by Hannah ShermanFun activities to help kids ages 8 to 12 learn mindfulnessMindfulness can help kids overcome challenges, take care of big feelings, and learn from their experiences and the world around them. This book about mindfulness for kids provides fun exercises and easy strategies to help your child find focus, develop coping skills, and handle tough situations.Kids will start their mindfulness journey with practical tools that help them act with kindness toward themselves and others, live with greater positivity and joy, and deal with common issues like impulsiveness, anxiety, and concentration.This mindfulness workbook for kids includes:Intro to mindfulness—Explore what mindfulness is, how it can benefit kids, and simple ways to tune in to thoughts and feelings.Calming exercises—Discover more than 60 engaging mindfulness activities that encourage movement, meditation, breathing, and introspection.A range of topics—Take a deep dive into topics like staying calm in tough situations, working with worries, making good decisions, showing compassion, and starting and ending the day on a positive note.Empower kids with mindfulness tools that will benefit them for their entire lives with the Mindfulness Workbook for Kids.
Mindfulness Workbook for Stress Relief: Reduce Stress through Meditation, Non-Judgment, Mind-Body Awareness, and Self-Inquiry
by April Snow LMFTEase stress and achieve balance through the healing power of mindfulness Mindfulness is a powerful and proven method for reducing stress and its negative health effects. The Mindfulness Workbook for Stress Relief shows you how to relieve tension and find calm using soothing, restorative techniques like meditation, non-judgment, self-inquiry, and mind-body awareness. Featuring helpful exercises and simple meditations, this hands-on stress management workbook delivers a wide variety of effective mindfulness tools that you can add to your self-care toolbox like breath awareness, body scans, mindful walking, and more. The Mindfulness Workbook for Stress Relief includes: Practical & actionable—This book has a beginner-friendly focus that covers a spectrum of everyday situations and science-based solutions. Evidence-based approach—Explore engaging mindfulness-based exercises that are proven to help relieve stress, anxiety, chronic pain, and sleep issues. Situational success—Learn how to address stress triggers in many areas of daily life like relationships, at work, and beyond. Take a deep breath and begin your practice today with this evidence-based mindfulness workbook.
Mindfulness Workbook for Teen Anxiety: Engaging Mindfulness Exercises to Manage Your Worries and Find Relief
by Sally Annjanece Stevens LCSWHelp your teen say goodbye to their worries with the power of mindfulnessBetween friends, relationships, and school, teens have a lot weighing on their minds. The Mindfulness Workbook for Teen Anxiety teaches teens the skills they need to handle their anxiety, cut down on stress, and live in the moment. They will discover how practicing mindfulness can help them overcome challenges and grow into confident, capable adults.This easy-to-use anxiety workbook for teens includes:Tools to stop anxiety—Teens will learn how being more mindful will help them manage their worries, appreciate the little things, and have a more positive outlook on life.Exercises that don't feel like homework—This workbook takes the stress out of learning stress-relief skills with an engaging mix of quizzes, prompts, meditations, and more.Stories of teen success—Your teen will be able to see how mindfulness practices have helped teens just like them overcome anxiety and be their best selves.Help the teen in your life develop the tools they need to overcome anxiety.
Mindfulness Workbook for Teens: Exercises and Tools to Handle Stress, Find Focus, and Thrive
by Linette BixbyBuild focus, boost attention, and stay calm with the activities and strategies in the #1 mindfulness workbook for teens!Between friends, school, home life, and everything else going on, life can be overwhelming during your teenage years. But practicing mindfulness for teens can help you keep your cool, stay focused, and be present in any situation—even the difficult ones.The Mindfulness Workbook for Teens is full of exercises, strategies, and meditations to help you practice mindfulness so you can cultivate peace and achieve balance in your life no matter what's going on. Learn practical methods for mindful test-taking, moving through strong emotions, navigating relationships with parents and peers, and much more.This engaging workbook about mindfulness for teens includes:Mindfulness 101—Learn about what mindfulness for teens is (and isn't), the changes that are happening in the teenage brain, the power of staying present, and beyond.Real-life scenarios—See how mindfulness for teens works in real life with strategies that are built around real situations you might be going through, like stress about your grades, the pressure to fit in and be liked, and more.Room to reflect—Get plenty of space to write about your experiences while you're completing the activities so you can reflect on your growth.Navigate your teenage years with a calm and focused perspective—these practical tools and exercises based in mindfulness for teens will show you how!