Personal Practice

In this practical and compassionate guide, death doula educator Anne-Marie Keppel incorporates ancient and modern techniques, mindfulness practices, and herbal support to show how anyone can care for the dying, whether at home, in hospice, or even in the ICU. She demystifies the dying process by explaining what the body goes through during end of life and presents practices for emotional soothing and other ways to reduce stress and anxiety during the active dying process.

Relationships everywhere are in crisis due to our inability to talk about "difference" without polarizing. Since objection to difference is the core human problem, we need a skill that helps us connect beyond difference. That's just what New York Times bestselling authors Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt offer in their new book: How To Talk With Anyone About Anything. They call it the Safe Conversations Dialogue process, which everyone can learn and teach, that moves all relationships from danger to safety, making connecting possible.

As the first medical director and attending psychiatrist at the World Trade Center Mental Health Program, Dr. Sue Varma worked directly with civilian and first-responder survivors in the aftermath of 9/11. There, she met people at every point of the stress and trauma continuum. She saw devastation and stagnancy as much as she saw amazing resilience and growth. She asked herself: how do some people survive, even thrive, despite profound challenges? And how can we optimize the things we have control over, while buffering ourselves from stress?

With Dream Yoga, Andrew Holecek guided us into Tibetan Buddhism’s nocturnal path to lucid dreaming. Here, he offers in-depth instruction in the tradition’s daytime practices. “Waking experience is also a type of dream”, teaches Holecek, “and things are not as solid and real as we think. This insight is what transforms a non-lucid life into a lucid one.” For those drawn to Tibet’s profound teachings for awakening to the true nature of reality - in the day or night - this guide shows us the way.

In the vast and intricate tapestry of life, woven through the threads of career challenges, family dynamics, and the everyday maze of your journey, you've likely faced struggles. These challenges serve as the chisels that shape your understanding of existence. Your quest for knowledge may have been influenced by the wisdom gained from accomplished tasks in your life. Yet, in humility, you might recognize that the expanse of learning remains infinite, making your journey an enduring odyssey. Throughout your academic pursuits, you might have navigated various intricacies, undergoing ...

Ya sea que hables como el padrino de la boda de tu amigo, dirijas una presentación de tu equipo en la próxima reunión de la junta directiva o hables ante una audiencia de gente ansiosa, este libro, Hablar en público: Habla como un profesional; Cómo destruir la ansiedad social, desarrollar la confianza en ti mismo, mejorar tus habilidades de persuasión y convertirte en un super presentador es justo lo que necesitas.

The author of the runaway hit Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies shares honest and practical lessons for healing your past and owning your future so you can radiate strength, bravery, and joy when life gets dark.

When Buddhist chaplain Sharon Lukert was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), she turned to spiritual practice and community to help her adjust to a new and ever-shifting reality. In Until My Memory Fails Me, she shares her hard-won wisdom as a guide for anyone standing at the gateway of cognitive decline. Through poignant storytelling and practical wisdom, Lukert offers specific ways to build resilience against the emotional swings and existential fear inherent in cognitive decline.

What Really Matters chronicles the life transformations experienced by Dr. Karen Wyatt, her patients, and their family members during hospice care. This book of beautiful and uplifting stories about the lessons learned from the dying is also a guidebook for those who are feeling lost or hopeless about their lives in this contemporary world.

Mental health is the driving force behind every decision we make—how we live, work, and love. Many of us suffer from depression and anxiety, which impede our choices and quality of life, and despite the proliferation of prescription drugs, the numbers are growing across the globe. But there is another, proven way to achieve mental wellness, beyond antidepressants and talk therapy. Practicing psychiatrist Gregory Scott Brown believes that mental health begins with actionable self-care.

Do you want to learn how to manage your emotions and remain calm even under stressful conditions? Are you interested in learning how to control your feelings of anger and frustration so you don't snap at friends and colleagues when things don't go your way? Knowing how to manage your emotions and relationships by communicating intelligently with the utmost respect for others but above all for yourself and those you love, all this is possible thanks to the book “Emotional Intelligence for personal triumph” by Dr. Marco Rossi, a law graduate and a profound connoisseur of human psychology....

Friends Big Panda and Tiny Dragon journey through the seasons of the year together, day and night, in rain and in sun. Travelling through nature, they find hope and inspiration in the world around them, realising that even in the darkest of days, spring will always return. Feel the calming influence of Big Panda, who reminds us of the bigger picture while appreciating the simplicity of small moments. Explore your surroundings with the inquisitive eye of Tiny Dragon, our friend who is big in heart if not in stature.

If you’ve always wanted to find true inner peace, resilience, and clarity but struggle with overwhelming emotions and life’s chaos, then keep reading… Are you sick and tired of feeling like you’re at the mercy of your circumstances? Have you tried countless self-help books, meditation techniques, or lifestyle changes but nothing seems to stick? Do you finally want to say goodbye to stress and anxiety and discover something that actually works for you? If so, then this book is for you. You see, achieving a calm and purposeful life doesn’t have to be complicated or difficult. Even ...

Step into your power and unlock the transformative wisdom of ancient Hermetic principles in Alchemy of the Inner Queen. This book is a journey of self-discovery, guiding readers to embrace their divine essence, confront their shadows, and create a life aligned with their highest truth. Inspired by the timeless art of alchemy, Alchemy of the Inner Queen explores key principles like “as above, so below,” the power of the mind to manifest reality, and the art of detachment. Each chapter blends philosophical insights with practical tools, including guided rituals, journaling prompts, and ...

In this compelling follow-up to her popular book, Pause, Rest, Be, Octavia Raheem offers succinct, gem-like teachings that invite us to find ways to embrace rest in our daily lives. Rest, she posits, is not only restorative—it connects you to your inner wisdom and is a portal to revelation. Raheem urges us to consider rest as a spiritual practice and to find ways to weave it into the busyness of our everyday life. In this way, she says, we can more fully “rise to the occasion of our life.”

La serie de audiolibros de don Miguel Ruiz, iniciada con el best seller internacional Los cuatro acuerdos y que ahora prosigue con El quinto acuerdo, constituye la experiencia literaria más mágica e intensa desde las míticas enseñanzas de don Juan, del escritor Carlos Castaneda. Inspirada en la sabiduría tolteca, esta nueva entrega sigue iniciando al oyente en el fascinante camino del nagual, un aprendizaje espiritual rotundo de la mano del chamán don Miguel Ruiz y de su hijo.

Life's hectic pace often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from ourselves. This book is your sanctuary—a collection of gentle and empowering mindfulness practices that will guide you back to a place of tranquility and centeredness. Through these guided meditations, you'll learn to embrace the present moment, find solace in stillness, and cultivate a deeper understanding of your own inner landscape.

The Circling and Authentic Relating Practice Guide is the most comprehensive digital resource available on the Authentic Relating movement. In addition to a practice guide with many examples of what to do and say in groups, it also contains a history of the movement, a section on precursors (which include Integral Theory, Non-Violent Communication, and "we-space"), an extensive resources section, sample leader formats, and instructions for starting your own groups, either in person or online.

Every one of us experiences periods of pain and loss in our life—dark nights of the soul. This is a groundless territory where one feels directionless and devoid of tools, with no sense of how to take the next step. In ancient times, elders guided their communities through life's initiations and challenges, paths we must all take to transform and grow. In Walking through Darkness, legendary shamanic experts Sandra Ingerman and Llyn Roberts help us forge a pathway through the dark—as we embrace nature as our guide and healer.

Suleika has kept a journal her whole life. Journalling has marked her greatest triumphs and buoyed her in her toughest moments. Featuring writing prompts, essays and wisdom from one hundred contributors and serving as a companion during challenging times, The Book of Alchemy explores themes such as fear, love, beginnings, memory, the body and purpose. In doing so, the book offers encouragement, direction and gives readers the tools to engage with discomfort, to ask questions, to peel back the layers and uncover their truest selves.