Personal Care

Discover how just 30 days can revolutionize your self-care routine, even if you've felt overwhelmed, stressed, and stretched too thin for as long as you can remember.

Drawing upon her 40-plus years of experience, Ina May Gaskin, the nation's leading midwife, shows the benefits and joys of physiological childbirth by showing women how to trust the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience. Ina May's Guide to Childbirth gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the all-important mind-body connection to how to give birth without technological intervention-as well as how to know when such intervention is necessary.

Gretchen Rubin had an epiphany one rainy afternoon in the unlikeliest of places: a city bus. "The days are long, but the years are short," she realized. "Time is passing, and I'm not focusing enough on the things that really matter." In that moment, she decided to dedicate a year to her happiness project.

Caregiving for those who suffer from Parkinson's disease comes with many challenges, from how to deal with guilt and loneliness to avoiding burnout and figuring out what to expect from an unpredictable disease. When giving care, too often caregivers neglect their own well-being. Everything You Need to Know About Caregiving for Parkinson's Disease is not just about caring for your loved one, but also about taking care of yourself.

In the world's relentless hum, the highly sensitive person perceives a symphony. "A Highly Sensitive Person's Guide to Personal Success" is your meticulously orchestrated score for turning profound sensitivity into your greatest triumph. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions, or the world's cacophony? This guide is your sanctuary. It acknowledges the rarity of your trait, casting sensitivity in the golden light of positivity and potential. Dive into a tailored narrative that: Honors your sensitivity as an asset in both personal and professional arenas. Maps out strategies for ...

The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs. An applied animal behaviorist and dog trainer with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell looks at humans as just another interesting species, and muses about why we behave the way we do around our dogs, how dogs might interpret our behavior, and how to interact with our dogs in ways that bring out the best in them.

Are You Ready to Embrace Unapologetic Self-Love, Build Unshakable Self-Worth, and Heal From a Difficult Past? You are worthy of this aspiration. Have you ever found yourself standing at a crossroads, feeling weighed down by the pressures and expectations of the world around you, while struggling to understand who you really are because your past seems to govern your life? You aren't alone. Many of us, including myself, have experienced trauma and long to move on. But with every glance at social media or every critical remark, it feels as though your worth is being called into question. Yet,...

Unfortunately, because of the hectic schedules so many women are shouldering every day, self-care gets pushed to the back burner. But self-care is vital to maintaining your mental health, and there are ways to quickly weave it into your busy schedule.

Discover the Key to Healthy Relationships and Inner Peace! Unlock the Power of Setting Boundaries with Love to Transform Your Life Today! Tired of constantly prioritizing others' needs over your own, leaving you overwhelmed and exhausted? Fed up with feeling taken advantage of and resentful due to a lack of personal boundaries? Struggling to maintain healthy relationships, stuck in patterns of conflict or toxicity? In "Setting Boundaries with Love", you'll embark on a transformative journey to establish healthier dynamics in your relationships and find the inner peace you've been yearning ...

It’s time for a new type of self-care. No bubble baths. No yoga. Just some truly wild—truly effective—ideas and activities that are good for you and your overall wellness. It’s time to get feral! Feral Self-Care is loaded with self-care ideas that will actually help nourish your soul and make you feel good. Each entry covers an activity that reconnects you with your authentic self, helping you feel more empowered, free, and confident in embracing this human experience—in all its messy glory.

In this practical guide, Jayne Hardy - founder and CEO of the Blurt Foundation - helps us reexamine how our boundaries are working for or against us, and she guides us to better protect our physical, emotional, and digital spaces. Packed with friendly advice and easy journaling exercises, Making Space reminds those of us on the edge of burnout to stop and ask: "Is this kind to me, too?"

Discover the transformative power of self-love in "How To Surrender To Self-Love 11:11" by Silvia Moon. This heartfelt and enlightening guide invites you on an inspiring journey of self-discovery and healing. This exploration underscores the importance of nurturing a deep sense of love within yourself, essential for authentically connecting and sharing love with your Twin Flame. Silvia Moon skillfully lights the path to self-love, encouraging you to face your fears and welcome the changes that foster personal growth. With powerful insights and engaging reflective exercises, you'll navigate ...

If you're wondering how your bright, motivated little kid became such an unmotivated adolescent, you're not alone. Fortunately, help is at hand! Read by the author, this compassionate guide explains that kids who have lost the will to do anything (other than play video games) need more than simple encouragement or the “right” school, teacher, or coach to get back on track. Psychologist and learning expert Ellen Braaten helps you understand the myriad biological, psychological, and social factors that affect motivation.

Unlock Your Best Retirement: Master the Art of Income Planning Imagine a retirement where financial worries are a thing of the past, and your biggest concern is how to spend your free time. 'The Retirement Income Equation" offers the keys to achieving just that. This isn't just another retirement planning book—it's your roadmap to a transformative future. If you are a member of Gen X or a Late boomer, this book was written for you by a fellow GenX'er. You will learn: Custom Tailored Strategies: Your retirement should be as unique as you are. Simple, Actionable Steps: Break down complex ...

Do you find yourself constantly battling explosive anger that hurts your relationships, career, and peace of mind? If anger feels like an unwelcome companion you can’t escape, it’s time to take back control—and this book will show you how. His Anger Fingerprint: Anger Management for Men from Root Causes to Long-Term Solutions is a no-nonsense, results-driven guide to managing your anger like a pro. This isn’t your typical “feel-good” advice; it’s packed with practical strategies backed by scientific research. Written specifically for men who struggle with frequent, ...

This is a personal story of generational trauma, a mother's debilitating paranoid schizophrenia and a daughter who was thrust into foster care, homelessness, drug addiction, and was sexually abused and neglected. This book Discovers the strength of the human spirit and the power of love that defies all odds, a story of resilience and hope. Beautifully written as a heartfelt memoir that invites readers to discover Lorie’s profound journey, The Voices We Couldn’t Hear is a transformative coming-of-age story that delves into poignant themes including abuse, mental illness, and the ...

Generations of parents have relied on the influential bestseller Dr. Spock’s Baby and Child Care as the most authoritative and reliable guide for child care. This timeless yet up-to-date edition has been revised and expanded by Dr. Robert Needlman, a top-notch pediatrician who shares Dr. Spock’s philosophy and has applied his research in his career. In this tenth edition, you can gain the latest information on child development from birth through adolescence.

Are we too clean, not clean enough… or just making it all up as we go? You brush, rinse, scrub, shave, exfoliate, moisturize, pluck, dab, blot, and maybe—just maybe—wonder if it’s all a bit much. Spoiler: It might be. In "To Wash or Not to Wash" - Clean, Dirty, or Just Confused? The Hygiene & Beauty Dilemma You Didn’t Know You Had, author Andreas Baku takes a hilariously honest, sometimes uncomfortable, and oddly enlightening journey through modern hygiene and beauty habits. With entertaining humor and sharp insight, he unpacks everything from deodorant dilemmas to skin-care scams...

The Complete Handbook on Braids and Wigs Care: Cleaning, Hydration, and Debunking Myths by Diane Shawe a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals wearing wigs, toppers, frontals, or braids with the knowledge and tools needed to care for their hair effectively. In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for versatile hairstyles has surged, leading many to embrace protective styles like braids or opt for wigs and hairpieces for convenience and style versatility. However, with the multitude of options available, navigating the world of haircare for braids and wigs can be overwhelming...

LLEVAR UN DIARIO El journaling es una técnica que puede aliviar la ansiedad, organizar tus pensamientos y desatar la creatividad. Veremos en este libro las muchas razones por las que puede ser provechoso llevar un diario desde la parte emocional, el desarrollo intelectual y las razones psicológicas por las que tener un diario mejora nuestra existencia. Veremos quiénes han usado un diario y también las muchas formas que existen de llevar un diario: las páginas matutinas, el diario de arte, diario de metas e ideas, entre muchos otros. Descubrirás que llevar un diario ya es un ejercicio ...