Developing Resilience

Less than three months after retiring from a 30-year law enforcement career, Kim Colegrove's husband chose suicide. Since that day, Colegrove has been helping first responders across the country practice techniques to cope with the stress and trauma that their work brings. And this book continues that mission by offering first responders and their families hope by introducing meditation and mindfulness as viable and practical tools to help reduce stress, regulate emotion, and improve overall health and well-being.

Specifically written with today’s busy teens in mind, The Teen Life Skills and Mindset Handbook is engaging and relatable offering practical advice through myth-busting, actionable steps, and storytelling of the author's personal experiences of love, loss, and close encounters to reinforce the lessons.

The Magic in the Tragic powerfully explores how the hardest things in life intersect purpose and meaning, splendor and connectedness. When you embrace the magic in your tragic seasons, you can step into the future with hope, knowing that even when grief comes, it comes with an invitation to new life.

Have you ever dreaded Sunday night, got a pit in your stomach on the way to work, or had your heartbeat speed up at the sound of your boss’s voice? If so, you may have had anxiety at work. In this empathetic and wise guide, executive coaches and gurus of gratitude Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton explore the causes of workplace stress and anxiety and the management practices that have proven successful in reducing tension and cultivating calm.

Are you struggling to stay motivated when the going gets tough? Staying Motivated: How to Keep Going When the Going Gets Tough is your essential guide to overcoming obstacles and maintaining motivation, even when life feels overwhelming. Packed with practical strategies, insightful reflections, and simple exercises, this book offers proven methods to help you stay focused on your goals—no matter how challenging the journey may be. In this mini book, you’ll learn how to shift your mindset, find your deeper “why,” celebrate small wins, and build lasting habits that keep you moving ...

Is your enthusiasm for life sagging? Do you feel stuck in a way of living that used to bring joy but no longer delivers? Ridiculously OK blends ancient wisdom and personal stories to explore the tendency we have to cling tightly to what has worked in the past, but now holds us back from making long-yearned-for changes. It is a call to listen to your heart, regain the clarity and courage you need to face your fears with compassion, build nourishing relationships, and create a life you love. Discover what is limiting your personal growth and genuine happiness.

Why do some people get stressed while others stay calm, cool, and collected under pressure? According to renowned stress researcher Dr. Derek Roger, the answer lies in resilience - your ability to cope with challenges and thrive under adversity - rather than ruminating and obsessing over them. In lab-controlled studies, he discovered that the key to “managing” stress is to stop it before it starts. To be resilient, flexible, and ready for anything.

Navigating parenthood is hard enough on its own. If you are faced with a blended family situation or are worried about your child’s emotional development, you may have spent hours looking for ways to help you on your parenting journey. Many people struggle with emotionally unresponsive children or have trouble navigating a new life with their stepchildren. If you have tried disciplinary techniques that don’t work, it may be your approach that needs to change. Welcome to the simple road map you have been looking for!

A psychotherapist and hit podcaster brings empathy and humor to her first book, a radical reimagining of the self-help genre that teaches listeners how to “process their emotional sh*t,” let it go, and enjoy the life they’re living.

This Big Book collection of positive affirmations is a nurturing embrace, a protective shield, and a guiding star seeking to ensure that every Black child listening to it feels seen, heard, and loved. The affirmations are carefully crafted, not just as repetitive statements but as statements of strength, each one aiming to fortify the self-esteem of the listener.

Are you ready to harness the power of empathy without sacrificing your well-being? In "Fearless Empathy," you'll embark on a transformative journey through a comprehensive journal and worksheet, integrating exercises from seven groundbreaking books to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence and compassion.Drawing from "Set Smart Boundaries," learn how to protect your empathy, assert your needs, and build self-esteem to achieve your goals without being used or depleted. From "Master Mindful No," discover techniques to filter distractions, overcome manipulation, and banish fear ...

Venture into the fascinating world of human resilience in challenging environments through "Apocalypse Resilience," a book that opens up new realms of understanding in surviving an apocalypse. Throughout its content-rich chapters, this compelling book provides robust insights into the complexities of not just surviving, but thriving during dire times. Starting with a cultural and real-life appraisal of the threat of a zombie pandemic, it voyages through the intricate mind-maze of survival psychology, the importance of emotional preparedness, and the integral role of hope amid despair. ...

In Choosing to Prosper: Triumphing Over Adversity, Breaking Out of Comfort Zones, Achieving Your Life and Money Dreams, celebrated company founder and finance leader Bola Sokunbi delivers an uplifting and practical message of success and resilience in the face of formidable obstacles. The book challenges listeners to examine their own financial and personal dreams and find the strength and resilience they need to achieve them. The author provides the tools listeners need to build confidence, find their voice, and realize personal growth.

Conscious Parenting is not about controlling our kids or who they become. Instead, it is about giving them a foundation that allows them to walk into adulthood with confidence, assertiveness, a deep connection to themselves, emotional and spiritual resiliency, and mental fortitude.

You are strong and resilient, and there’s a bright future ahead of you—all you need are the tools to believe in yourself again and a determination to thrive… You’ve finally broken free from a toxic relationship, but the scars run deep, and it is only as you begin to find your feet again that you realize just how much your relationship affected you. You may have been overtly dominated, or you may have been quietly manipulated—given the silent treatment, demeaned in public, made to question your own reality…

Life is hard. Rocketing rates of physical and mental health issues are testimony to the immense pressures of our complex world. So how do we become tough and adaptable to face life's challenges? The Resilience Shield provides that defence. In their groundbreaking guide to overcoming adversity, Australian SAS veterans Dr Dan Pronk, Ben Pronk DSC and Tim Curtis take you behind the scenes of special operations missions, into the boardrooms of leading companies and through the depths of contemporary research in order to demystify and define resilience.

Turn your child's trials into triumphs: Discover the secret to raising resilient children without feeling overwhelmed by modern parenting!

Libro con estrategias comprobadas para que los hijos (y los adultos) sean más fuertes para enfrentar la vida y sus inevitables penalidades y que la adversidad sirva para transformarse y mejorar. Desarrolla el concepto de Resiliencia para fomentar la capaciad para superarse frente a una enfermedad, carencias económicas, muertes de seres queridos, fracasos escolares o simplemente frustraciones en general.

Where does stress come from? Financial worries? Health issues? Conflicts at work or at home? For more than half a century, we’ve been told that stress is caused by outside pressures and that the best we can do is to breathe, try to relax, and accept that life is hard. In Breaking the Stress Cycle, Bernstein shares solutions for how to stop managing stress and break the cycle of ups and downs at its source.

Dive into the age-old wisdom of Stoicism reimagined for today's complex world with this insightful guide. In today's fast-paced world, many feel overwhelmed and directionless, struggling with stress and emotional turmoil. Tackle these challenges by using Stoic wisdom that offers self-control, emotional regulation, and purpose. Learn how to seamlessly integrate ancient Stoic principles into modern life with clear strategies for overcoming these universal struggles. You can achieve a thriving existence and master the art of living well in any situation.