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Self Talk: How to Train Your Brain to Turn Negative Thinking into Positive Thinking and Practice Self Love
by Aston Sanderson<p>Train your brain's thought patterns to work FOR you instead of AGAINST you <p>Do you have racing thoughts? Do you feel like your own worst critic, with a lot of negative thinking? You may not be aware of the negative thought patterns that run through your brain in your daily life, and how they could be holding you back from achieving your dreams. <p>Changing how you talk to yourself in your thoughts - with self love, positive thinking and constructive feedback - is the most effective way to change your approach to your exercise routine, diet, relationships, work and life. <p>Read this book to learn how to harness your negative thinking, train your brain for constructive thinking, and make your negative thoughts and positive thoughts work toward your goals.</p>
Self to Lose, Self to Find: Using the Enneagram to Uncover Your True, God-Gifted Self
by Marilyn VancilDiscover the growth that&’s possible when we understand our authentic selves as God intended by exploring more deeply the Enneagram tool, paired with profound scriptural insights. &“This book is a gem. It&’s one of the top five books I recommend on the Enneagram.&”—Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Road Back to You &“An accessible, biblical and practical roadmap for anyone who wants to live fully into their true, authentic, God-given identity. I highly recommend it!&”—Brenda Salter McNeil, author of Becoming BraveThe Enneagram—a system of nine interconnected personality types—has been developed over many years to offer opportunities for personal development and provide a foundation for understanding others.Now a certified Enneagram coach shows how a scriptural perspective can lead us to a path of freedom. In Self to Lose, Self to Find, Marilyn Vancil unpacks our human dilemma, sets the scriptural foundation, explores the nine Enneagram personalities, and shows us practical ways to have a more meaningful life and healthier relationships. At its best, the Enneagram doesn't merely describe who we are, but shows us why we do what we do. It invites us to see the innate gifts and inclinations of our original design—the person we were before trials and traumas began to shape us. It also reveals the strategies and false narratives that keep us from becoming who we're truly meant to be.Vancil offers a compelling biblical case for the Enneagram by drawing from John 12:24, which describes how we, like seeds, construct a protective coat that helps us survive in a world where we encounter challenges and insecurities. But for us to truly live a fruitful life, we must allow the protective coat to soften and fall away in order to grow.This is what sets Vancil apart as both a seasoned Enneagram expert and a spiritual director: Within a scriptural context, she demonstrates how the Enneagram can be a vehicle for growth and transformation by laying out the realities of each Enneagram type, affirming the inherent genius of each type, showcasing the unhealthy tendencies of each type's false self, and illuminating the undeniable path to freedom for each one.Combining rich biblical wisdom with Enneagram wisdom and real-life experiences, this compelling resource is a must for anyone who longs for a happier, freer life.
Self-Acceptance
by Victor Ashear Vanessa HastingsWith the rise of the recovery movement over the past thirty years, more hope exists now than ever before for people diagnosed with serious mental illness to live full, meaningful lives. Designed for use with groups as well as individuals, this workbook provides didactic information and guides users through questions and exercises to encourage increased awareness and acceptance of the self and the effects of mental illness. By actively responding to the questions, users can better organize their thinking and engage in behaviors that will improve quality of life.Victor Ashear, PhD has worked with patients diagnosed with serious mental illnesses for over forty years. He worked as a clinical psychologist for nearly thirty-four years at the US Department of Veterans Affairs.Vanessa Hastings works as a technical editor/writer and marketing assistant for national firm SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA). Before joining SWCA, she served as the suicide prevention coordinator for her community.
Self-Alteration: How People Change Themselves across Cultures
by Michael Jackson Kathryn Rountree Nigel Rapport Banu Senay Max Harwood Gil Hizi Muhammad Kavesh Gisella Orsini Jaap TimmerMany of us feel a pressing desire to be different—to be other than who we are. Self-conscious, we anxiously perceive our shortcomings or insufficiencies, wondering why we are how we are and whether we might be different. Often, we wish to alter ourselves, to change our relationships, and to transform the person we are in those relationships. Not only a philosophical question about how other people change, self-alteration is also a practical care—can I change, and how? Self-Alteration: How People Change Themselves across Cultures explores and analyzes these apparently universal hopes and their related existential dilemmas. The essays here come at the subject of the self and its becoming through case studies of modes of transformation of the self. They do this with social processes and projects that reveal how the self acquires a non-trivial new meaning in and through its very process of alteration. By focusing on ways we are allowed to change ourselves, including through religious and spiritual traditions and innovations, embodied participation in therapeutic programs like psychoanalysis and gendered care services, and political activism or relationships with animals, the authors in this volume create a model for cross-cultural or global analysis of social-self change that leads to fresh ways of addressing the 'self' itself.
Self-Awareness: A Guide for Students and the Youth
by K.V.S. Rao"Self-Awareness" by K Vikram Simha Rao is a comprehensive guide aimed at helping young individuals understand and develop self-awareness. Divided into 43 chapters, the book addresses various aspects of self-discovery, including the nature of the self, the significance of spiritual growth, and the importance of emotional intelligence. Drawing from Indian philosophical texts and psychological theories, Rao provides practical techniques such as meditation, mind control, and self-reflection to aid in personal growth. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding one's inner self to navigate life's challenges effectively and cultivate a fulfilling and balanced life. Through relatable anecdotes and simplified language, it caters to the youth, guiding them towards a deeper comprehension of their strengths, weaknesses, and potential.
Self-Belief Is Your Superpower: Unleash Your Life Purpose, Own Your Power, Become a Magnet For Miracles
by Tory ArchboldEmpowerment to Find Your True Life Purpose“If you feel stuck or seek inspiration grab this powerful book.“ —Kristen Butler, CEO of Power of Positivity and author of The Comfort Zone“One of Australia’s top female entrepreneurs and CEOs.” —Nova EntertainmentIn this step-by-step guide, Tory Archbold, powerhouse host of the Powerful Stories podcast, shares her proven principles for success in building entrepreneurial empires. This powerful book for women leaders demonstrates how trusting your intuition and stepping into your power can break you free of judgment, ignite self-belief, and finally attract the richness you deserve!Staggering success starts within. Are you in a career you never wanted? Are you disconnected from yourself? Are you at a crossroads in life and feeling unsure? Self-Belief is Your Superpower is the book for you. Combining entrepreneurial and personal development, spiritual self-help, and self-esteem for women, this book takes a holistic approach to success, ensuring readers emerge as truly powerful women. Books this impactful are hard to come by so grab your copy today!Changing to thrive—from success to success. Author Tory Archbold is one of the most powerful and connected women in Australia, but she wasn’t always. With hustle, instincts, heart, and kinship, she found her life purpose and success at home and work—and under her guide, you can, too. This guide is filled with helpful and impactful principles for success and balance as you navigate your new journey.Inside, discover how to:Create a happy heart and attract the life you truly deserveFind your life purpose with these principles for successUse self-belief to break free of judgment and give yourself permission to shineIf you enjoy professional development books or books for powerful women, books like 8 Secrets to Powerful Manifesting, How to Change, or I Will Not Die an Unlived Life, you’ll love Self-Belief Is Your Superpower.
Self-Care Activities for Women: 101 Practical Ways to Slow Down and Reconnect With Yourself
by Cicely Horsham-Brathwaite PhDA daily dose of self-care anytime you need itDoing small things to prioritize your own well-being is essential, especially for women, who are often the caretakers of everyone else in their lives. Self-Care Activities for Women encourages you to spend time on you, with a variety of simple ways you can relax, reset, and find a little joy.Take time for you— Learn 101 ways to practice self-care, from making a joy playlist to taking a mindful walk or cooking a healthy meal to share with friends.Self-care inside and out—Take care of yourself in every way, with specific chapters for emotional, mental, physical, social, and professional self-care.Short and simple activities—These exercises are easy to do and require minimal materials—so you can always find one to dive into, no matter where you are or how much time you have.Pick up this self-care book for women today and create a healthy habit of checking in with yourself!
Self-Care Down There: From Menstrual Cups and Moisturizers to Body Positivity and Brazilian Wax, a Guide to Your Vagina's Well-Being
by Taq Kaur BhandalTake control of your vaginal health and bring your own standards of beauty to your intimate parts with this book offering frank, practical, and accurate beauty and wellness advice for the vagina and surrounding area. Get the lowdown on how to take care of your nether regions with this fun and frank guide focused on helping you maintain your private parts. Covering everything from everyday cleanliness to internal and external safe health advice as well as tips regarding the groom-or-not-to-groom debate and sex-friendly good habits to practice, Self-Care Down There will help you keep your private parts in tip-top shape while expressing the true you! Founder and CEO of IM With Periods and menstrual cycle charting coach Taqdir Kaur Bhandal has dedicated her career to offering wellness advice to women. Whether it&’s period charts or sustainable period products, Self-Care Down There is an essential and practical guide to feminine care and the wellbeing of all genders.
Self-Care Every Day: Daily doses of kindness and self-compassion
by Antti Ervasti Matti PikkujämsäThis warm hug of a book takes you through the day with insight, kindness and encouragement. With a host a furry friends to guide you, discover how to tackle everyday problems from Monday morning blues to low self-esteem, burnout to workplace tensions. Combining humour, warmth and wisdom, this book provides practical tips to help establish a better work-life balance and to navigate the challenges and demands of modern life. Whether you need some words of comfort to set you up for the working week, tips on cultivating healthy habits, or a reminder of the importance of self-compassion, you will find your answer in these pages. Finnish psychotherapy professionals Antti Ervasti and Elina Rehmonen are on a mission to make mental health visible, shining a light on everyday challenges, big and small, through the charming, imperfect and utterly relatable animal figures of Matti Pikkujamsa's illustrations. ---'We hope that our illustrations are easily approachable, offer our readers solace, encouragement and understanding, and offer a platform for a more visible mindscape.' Antti, Elina and Matti'Warmth and humour are often the best antidotes when trying to silence the inner critic.'Helena Aatsinki, Psychotherapist---
Self-Care Every Day: Daily doses of kindness and self-compassion
by Antti Ervasti Matti PikkujämsäThis warm hug of a book takes you through the day with insight, kindness and encouragement. With a host a furry friends to guide you, discover how to tackle everyday problems from Monday morning blues to low self-esteem, burnout to workplace tensions. Combining humour, warmth and wisdom, this book provides practical tips to help establish a better work-life balance and to navigate the challenges and demands of modern life. Whether you need some words of comfort to set you up for the working week, tips on cultivating healthy habits, or a reminder of the importance of self-compassion, you will find your answer in these pages. Finnish psychotherapy professionals Antti Ervasti and Elina Rehmonen are on a mission to make mental health visible, shining a light on everyday challenges, big and small, through the charming, imperfect and utterly relatable animal figures of Matti Pikkujamsa's illustrations. ---'We hope that our illustrations are easily approachable, offer our readers solace, encouragement and understanding, and offer a platform for a more visible mindscape.' Antti, Elina and Matti'Warmth and humour are often the best antidotes when trying to silence the inner critic.'Helena Aatsinki, Psychotherapist---
Self-Care Rules: 100 Ways to Tend to Your Body, Mind, and Spirit (Rules)
by Sumathi ReddyFeaturing 100 rules on self care for Body, Mind, and Spirit, this book will give you the information and tools to you need to easily and successfully implement self-care into your daily routine. Everyone knows that self care is important—but who has the time? This book, written by a veteran health journalist, with research backed by scientific research, will help you understand and implement healthful, nourishing behaviors in 100 easy-to-follow rules. From improving sleep, to eating mindfully, to combating loneliness, to easing stress, to fostering nourishing human connection this book will shows that not only is self-care for everyone, but can be achieved by everyone by simple, mindful tweaks. Written and researched by a veteran health journalist and backed by scientific research, this is an essential guide to healthful living for the modern human.
Self-Care for Allied Health Professionals: From Surviving to Thriving
by Alison BattyeSelf-Care for Allied Health Professionals brings together a collection of self-care strategies into one easy-to-read volume, supporting Allied Health Professionals to do the best for their patients by caring for themselves. The book offers information and practical strategies to look after your physical and emotional wellbeing at home and in the workplace, exploring topics such as sleep and food, resilience and meditation, stress, conflict and adversity. Written to be a flexible tool that can be read cover to cover or dipped in and out of as needed, it offers rapid response self-care strategies alongside more lasting changes, supporting practitioners to make small steps to build healthy habits for the future. Key features of this book include: –– A combination of quick response strategies, like a five-minute breathing exercise you can use before a difficult meeting, and opportunities for deeper work, examining your purpose and aligning your role with your values. –– Combines ancient practices of meditation and mindfulness with the latest research on nutrition, exercise, sleep and wellbeing. –– Consideration of the challenges professionals face in the context of pandemics and a changing health and social care landscape, helping you to thrive in a challenging world. Self-care has never been more important. This is a book that every Allied Health Professional and trainee should have on their desk, to improve productivity, enhance job satisfaction and build resilience for whatever the future brings.
Self-Care for Autistic People: 100+ Ways to Recharge, De-Stress, and Unmask!
by Dr. Megan Anna NeffDitch the stigma, celebrate your identity, and put yourself first with these 100+ exercises that reinforce the idea that neurodiversity is a strength and teaches you how to relax, destress, find your community, practice self-love, and more.When you&’re autistic, it can be tough to prioritize wellness. Self-Care for Autistic People can help you engage in some neurodivergent self-care—without pretending to be neurotypical. You&’ll find more than 100 activities that help you accept yourself, destigmatize autism, find your community, and take care of your physical and mental health. You&’ll find solutions for managing the challenging aspects of autism, as well as ideas to bring out the many positive aspects. With expert advice from therapist Megan A. Neff, this book will help you make the most of your life and your diagnosis.
Self-Care for Black Men: 100 Ways to Heal and Liberate
by Jor-El CaraballoA self-care guidebook full of activities for Black men everywhere pursuing joy, creating connections, confronting racism, and working through intergenerational trauma.Black men desperately need care and restoration. But what does that restoration look like when you&’re a Black man in today&’s world? How do you take care of your mental health when men who look like you die at the hands of police? How do you find peace and refuge when you&’re not sure how to keep up with your partner? Or navigate a challenging workplace? While scrolling through social media feeds, you may feel like you don&’t have access to wellness like women do. But Black men need a space for self-care too. In Self-Care for Black Men, you will find practical answers to your questions. This book contains self-care strategies that address some of the most common issues Black men face, such as dealing with racism, navigating prejudice in the workplace, managing romantic relationships, and working through intergenerational trauma. This is your guide to wellness and self-discovery written specifically for Black men. There will opportunities to learn new skills to manage your mental health, as well as do more deep reflection on your own terms. It&’s time to take your health firmly within your own hands and Self-Care for Black Men will help you do that.
Self-Care for Black Women: 150 Ways to Radically Accept & Prioritize Your Mind, Body, & Soul (Self Care for Black Women)
by Oludara AdeeyoPrioritize your wellbeing with these 150 self-care exercises designed specifically to help Black women revitalize their outlook on life, improve their mental health, eliminate stress, and self-advocate.Between micro- and macro-aggressions at school, at work, and everywhere in between, it&’s tough to prioritize physical and mental wellness as a Black woman, especially with a constant news cycle highlighting Black trauma. Now, with The Self-Care for Black Women you&’ll find more than 150 exercises that will help you radically choose to put yourself first. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up in the middle of the day, you&’re working through feelings of burnout, or you need to process a microaggression, this book has everything you need to feel more at peace. You&’ll find prompts like: -Map out your feelings about a microaggression -Make a list of your safe spaces -Detail out an entire day dedicated to your self-care -And more! It&’s time to put yourself first and prioritize your self-care once and for all—and this book is here to help you do just that.
Self-Care for Busy Mums: Simple Tips and Advice to Help Mothers Find Calm
by Zeena MoollaSelf-care made simpleSelf-care means taking time to look after yourself, and often it can seem like just another task to go on an endless to-do list. The reality is that most of us just don’t have the time or energy to commit to a fully-fledged wellness routine amid the demands of everyday family life.Packed with quick tips and creative self-care ideas – and written with mothers in mind – this book will show you how to maximize your well-being in the minimum amount of time. By simplifying self-care and focusing on its essentials, you’ll learn how you can truly nourish your mind, body and soul with whatever time, energy and resources you have available.You can’t pour from an empty cup, so let the advice in this uplifting little book inspire and empower you to take charge of your emotional, physical and spiritual well-being.
Self-Care for Caregivers: A Practical Guide to Caring for You While You Care for Your Loved One
by Susanne WhiteTake care of yourself as you care for others with this accessible, easy-to-follow self-care guide to relax and rejuvenate.It&’s been said that there are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will become caregivers, and those who will need caregivers. Chances are you or someone you know is taking care of a loved one at home. If you do, you also know that caregiving—however fulfilling—is also hard on the caregiver&’s mental and physical health. Self-care is vital to caregivers maintaining stamina and a positive outlook for both themselves and the people they care for. But being so busy caring for others can make it hard to find time for yourself. In Self-Care for Caregivers, you&’ll find short, easy-to-read—and often easy-to-do—ways to replenish your mind, body, and spirit, including: -Practicing mindfulness by focusing in on your five senses -Remembering to HALT to check if you&’re hungry, angry, lonely, or tired -Making a gratitude list of at least three things you're grateful for -And much more! Full of practical advice and reminders to have a quick snack, call a friend, create a sanctuary, write in a journal, and more ways to take care yourself—plus resources for caregiving—this book will go a long way towards making your caregiving experience a happier and more healthful one for you and the people you care for.
Self-Care for Caregivers: A Twelve Step Approach
by Pat Samples Marvin Larsen Diane LarsenFor those serving as a caregiver for a loved one, the authors of this down-to-earth, encouraging book can help you make the most of the experience without losing yourself in the process.Are you one of the growing number of people who serves as a caregiver for an aging or chronically ill friend or family member? If so, you probably struggle to meet both their special needs and still find time and resources for yourself. But now there is reason to take heart. The authors of this down-to-earth, encouraging book can help you make the most of the experience without losing yourself in the process. Using the Twelve Steps as a guide, the authors conduct readers through the pitfalls of caregiving--the emotional snarls and strains, daily struggles, competing needs, and questions about confronting pain--providing hope and tangible suggestions on how to stay strong and sane while providing healthy support and love. "Self-Care for Caregivers offers sensitive and sensible guidance for the family caregiver. This is a little book with a big message: how to take care of yourself so you can take care of others." Connie Goldman, producer of the public radio special Hardship into Hope, The Rewards of Caregiving; co-author of Tending the Earth, Mending the Spirit and Secrets of Becoming a Late Bloomer"This book is an uplifting treasury of hope. The authors gently direct the reader with comforting, practical text that offers empowering caregiving strategies and avenues for emotional and spiritual growth." James and Merlene Sherman, author and editor of the Caregiver Survival series.
Self-Care for College Students: From Orientation to Graduation, 150+ Easy Ways to Stay Happy, Healthy, and Stress-Free
by Julia DellittMake the most out of your college experience with these manageable self-care tips that are easy to incorporate into your busy college lifestyle. As a student in college—you&’re dealing with a lot. At times this can be physically, mentally, and emotionally draining between classes, homework, activities, and building a new social life for yourself. But the secret to making sure these are the best years of your life is making time for self-care. If you&’ve been working for hours on your latest paper, take a walk around campus to get moving. If you&’re feeling tired after a long week of classes and activities, give yourself permission to say no to those Friday night plans and take a relaxing evening for yourself. Self-Care for College Students offers suggestions that help you tackle every aspect of taking care of yourself from the simplest tasks to rewarding activities that might require more planning. Whether it is making sure you eat a healthy meal to utilizing your school&’s support services, there is advice for any situation. In this book, find realistic and practical self-care activities that you can try right away to maximize your college experience. Each activity is designed to help you refuel, such as making sure you get enough sleep to developing an exercise routine. Start making time for you and make your college years the best of your life—all while building lifelong habits for success and happiness for years to come.
Self-Care for Empaths: 100 Activities to Help You Relax, Recharge, and Rebalance Your Life
by Tanya Carroll RichardsonBalance your unique emotional and energetic sensitivities—and avoid taking on other people&’s feelings—with these 100 practical activities, rituals, and quizzes, designed specifically for empaths everywhere! If you are an empath, you understand that your unique sensitivity—unusually high awareness of surrounding emotions and energies—can sometimes feel like a challenge. You may find yourself overwhelmed by large groups, worn out by other people&’s emotions, or inexplicably uncomfortable in certain places. Finding the time and space—and having the empath-specific tools—to rest, recharge, and reconnect with your own emotions and energy is vital for your self-care. Finally, there&’s a book that helps you do just that! In Self-Care for Empaths, you&’ll find 100 exercises, quizzes, and rituals that you can incorporate in your daily life to keep you feeling centered, grounded, and energized, including: -Techniques to help you avoid becoming overwhelmed and drained, like building in healthy retreat and recovery time. -Tools for setting stronger boundaries, like learning how to tune in or more mindfully tune out of other people&’s energies and emotions. -Tricks for remembering that you&’re not responsible for other people&’s emotions so you can avoid people-pleasing, rescuing, and codependency. -And tips for honoring your personal gifts and skills, like exercises to connect to the deeper meaning and purpose of your empath nature. With Self-Care for Empaths, you&’ll learn how easy it can be to incorporate self-care techniques into your daily routine to stay relaxed, refreshed, and enjoy the magic of your empath abilities.
Self-Care for Every Day: Simple Tips and Soothing Quotes to Help You Feel Your Best
by Summersdale PublishersThis beautiful book is filled with simple self-care tips and ideas to help you nurture your well-being every daySelf-care comes in many guises, but at its heart it’s anything you do to take care of yourself. It could be five minutes of gentle breathing, time reserved for pursuing a hobby, or the joy of a hot shower – as long as it leaves you feeling restored and refreshed.Within these pages you will find a raft of simple but effective tips to help on your journey, including:Why self-care is key to happiness and healthFinding the best methods for youHow to fit self-care into a busy scheduleInspiration to nourish your mind, body and soulWe all need to take time out every now and again to recharge our batteries. Whenever you find your energy fading, dip into this beautiful book and find strength again.
Self-Care for Every Day: Simple Tips and Soothing Quotes to Help You Feel Your Best
by Summersdale PublishersThis beautiful book is filled with simple self-care tips and ideas to help you nurture your well-being every daySelf-care comes in many guises, but at its heart it’s anything you do to take care of yourself. It could be five minutes of gentle breathing, time reserved for pursuing a hobby, or the joy of a hot shower – as long as it leaves you feeling restored and refreshed.Within these pages you will find a raft of simple but effective tips to help on your journey, including:Why self-care is key to happiness and healthFinding the best methods for youHow to fit self-care into a busy scheduleInspiration to nourish your mind, body and soulWe all need to take time out every now and again to recharge our batteries. Whenever you find your energy fading, dip into this beautiful book and find strength again.
Self-Care for Grief: 100 Practices for Healing During Times of Loss
by Nneka M. OkonaProcess your grief, protect your mental health, and find moments of happiness with these 100 self-care activities specifically designed for difficult and distressing situations.When faced with loss or trauma, the grief can oftentimes feel overwhelming. It can feel difficult, if not impossible, to focus your attention elsewhere. And yet, during hard times is the perfect time to look inwards for support and practice self-care. Tuning in to your personal needs and taking the time to create a thoughtful self-care practice can make all the difference in moving forward in a healthy way. In Self-Care for Grief, you&’ll find 100 self-care activities that are specifically designed to help you protect your mental health, even while grieving. You&’ll find useful activities like: -Cooking to honor your loss -Practicing saying &“No&” -Naming your emotions -And many more No matter what the circumstances are, Self-Care for Grief has the activities you need to de-stress, stay calm, and even find moments of joy in the most challenging of times.
Self-Care for Latinas: 100+ Ways to Prioritize & Rejuvenate Your Mind, Body, & Spirit
by Raquel ReichardPrioritize your well-being with more than 100 exercises designed specifically to help Latinas revitalize their outlook on life, improve their mental health, eliminate stress, and self-advocate.Between micro- and macro-aggressions at school, the workplace, and even the grocery store, a constant news cycle highlighting Latine trauma, and a general lack of resources for women of color, it&’s tough to be a Latina woman and prioritize your wellness, both physically and mentally. With Self-Care for Latinas, you&’ll find more than 100 exercises to radically choose to put yourself first. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up in the middle of the day, you&’re working through feelings of burnout, or you need to process a microaggression, this book is for you. In a world that works to devalue Latinas, it&’s time to make the radical decision to prioritize you: your life, your joy, and your self-care.
Self-Care for Life
by Alexander Skye Lester MeeraThe best way to take care of your self is to take care of your Self. With its unique three-fold approach, this book helps you nurture and nourish the mind, body, and spirit within the natural course of every day: Mind Take a break from the (bad) news. It's hard to find spiritual sustenance and renewal in a world rocked by tension. So turn off the television and radio, stay off the Internet, and stop the daylong bombardment of negativity from virtually every media outlet. Body Drink a cup of gyokuro tea. Theanine is an amino acid that increases alpha brainwave activity--and gyokuro tea is chock full of it. One cup of this Japanese green tea and you'll be calmer and wiser for up to four hours. Spirit Choose a natural talisman. A talisman is a token chosen to create a certain effect. Crystals, stones, and feathers are natural talismans you can use to protect yourself from anxiety, relieve stress, and remind you who you really are. From alternative medicine and ayurvedic nutrition to chakra healing and tantric sex, this book allows you to weave self-care into the weft and woof of your lives, transforming your lives--moment to moment, hour to hour, day to day.