Stress Recovery

Complicate things? Stress over other people? Stress out other people? And how do you deal with stress? Through distraction-addiction? I can relate. A wound-up existence led me down the path to addiction, seeking relief in drugs. Until they didn't work anymore…. Now what? After years of substance abuse, I found recovery. Told "addiction is not a drug", recovery wouldn't be simply "staying clean" from chemicals. Self-awareness was needed—about my negative attitudes and behaviors, beyond using drugs.

Never has happiness as an emotional and physical state of being been so widely discussed. Matthieu Ricard is one of the most compelling voices on the subject, and one of the few who can bring together the teachings of eastern and western thought. In this accessible new work, Ricard provides a straightforward assessment of how to create true and lasting happiness.

Have you ever been called too sensitive, too emotional, too needy—or simply “too much”? If so, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’ve just been taught to shrink yourself in order to be accepted. It’s time to unlearn the lie that your power, presence, or truth needs to be toned down to make others comfortable. You Are Not Too Much is a compassionate and empowering guide for women who are ready to stop apologizing for who they are and start showing up fully—in their emotions, relationships, voice, body, and everyday life. Inside this transformational read, you’ll ...

Have you ever been in a position when you felt compelled to break emotionally? Do you ever wonder why your emotions get the best of you at times? Have you ever pondered over what the term "emotional flexibility" means and why it is so vital to health? Wesley Holland has highlighted the most fundamental characteristics of creating emotional flexibility in his book, Emotional Flexibility: Essential Guide to Master Stress and Build Resilience for a Better Life. This book not only explains but also teaches the notion of bending rather than breaking.

Are you drowning in commitments you never wanted to make? From the boss who "just needs one more thing" at 5 PM Friday to the friend who assumes you'll babysit (again), your life is probably full of people who mistake your kindness for weakness. Meanwhile, your calendar is bursting, your stress levels are through the roof, and that little voice in your head keeps whispering, "When is it MY turn?" Good news: It can be your turn right now. In this refreshingly honest and laugh-out-loud funny guide, recovering people-pleaser Jordan Taylor shows you how to reclaim your time, energy, and sanity ...

Identify what triggers you, change how you react, and tame your stress through these 5 strategies that help you recover mentally and physically. Teenage trauma – resulting from experiencing or witnessing abuse or violence – can take away all semblance of normalcy from your life, changing your days into a prolonged nightmare.

Millions of people suffer from burnout each year. Most books regarding the subject are written by mental health professionals from a diagnostic standpoint. Suffer from Burnout? Give ’Em the F.I.N.G.E.R.! is different. In an easy-to-read, first-hand account, Mark tells the listeners what caused his burnout. More importantly, he shares his F.I.N.G.E.R. philosophy that he used to overcome his burnout.

Throughout recovery, whenever I’d heard something valuable, I'd write the gist on a scrap of paper. The book is a compilation of 250 such discussions—difficult lessons I've learned. Everyday "life" situations, relatable to anyone—whether they struggle with addiction or not: romantic relationships, self-esteem, self-centeredness, guilt, not letting go, dealing with other people.

Wenn Sie sich schon immer von den anhaltenden Auswirkungen eines Kindheitstraumas heilen wollten, aber mit ungelöstem emotionalem Schmerz kämpfen, dann lesen Sie weiter... Haben Sie es satt, von der Vergangenheit heimgesucht zu werden? Haben Sie schon unzählige andere Lösungen ausprobiert, aber nichts scheint für eine langfristige Heilung zu funktionieren? Möchten Sie sich endlich von Ihrem Schmerz verabschieden und etwas entdecken, das Ihnen wirklich hilft?

When Work Hurts: What to Do When Your Job Breaks Your Spirit by Dr. Martina Carroll-Garrison Feeling trapped in a toxic workplace? Struggling with burnout, emotional exhaustion, or job-related stress? When Work Hurts offers a practical, compassionate guide to help you recognize when your work environment is harming you—and how to heal, rebuild, and reclaim your career and well-being. Written by leadership expert and executive coach Dr. Martina Carroll-Garrison, this essential guide covers: How to recognize the signs of toxic workplace cultures and professional burnout Tools for setting ...

Let’s Take The Crap Out of Psychotherapy (Paperback – March 3, 2025) by Yildiz Sethi is a groundbreaking guide that challenges the current state of the mental health industry. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in psychotherapy, education, and counselling, Yildiz exposes the myths and misinformation that have kept people trapped in ineffective systems of care for decades. This powerful modern therapy book uncovers practical methods for healing, new Healing Methods the deep-rooted alliance between the mental health profession and the pharmaceutical industry—a partnership that often...

El cuerpo humano es complejo y tiene muchas formas diferentes de protegerse. Incluso cuando no nos damos cuenta de que está sucediendo, nuestros cuerpos tienen la costumbre de garantizar la autoconservación. Piense en la última vez que tuvo miedo de algo, su ritmo cardíaco aumentó y sus palmas se pusieron sudorosas, estos son los signos del estado emocional y físico conocido como miedo. Experimentamos miedo con todo nuestro cuerpo, no es algo que esté localizado en un área o sistema específico.

Are you tired of feeling burnt out and unfulfilled at work? What if you could turn those micro-moments of your day into energizing and purposeful experiences? Burn Without Burning Out will teach you practical micro-mindfulness habits and help you focus on the essential tasks, set your intentions, manage stress, and build resilience while enhancing relationships and sustaining your well-being. With personal and professional growth as the ultimate goal, this book will change your life in ways you never thought possible.

Dealing with a toxic ex that has a personality disorder makes for a high conflict divorce and high conflict life Fight back against the divorce poison while you’re splitting If you are struggling to maintain a ‘normal’ life while dealing with a high conflict divorce, this book will help you to reduce your stress. An ex with narcissism or borderline personality disorder will do everything to 'win' and ruin your life. You must take care of yourself during divorce recovery. Is it difficult to face the lawyers and courts, even if you are trying to protect and take care of your kids? ...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Stick with It by Sean Young, read by Roger Wayne. We all have bad habits - whether it's a weakness for junk food, a smartphone addiction or a lack of exercise. But change is hard. Forty percent of dieters quit within a week. Eighty percent of New Year's resolutions don't last beyond January. How can we kick bad habits - and stick with it?

Get to understand the primary treatment methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and mindfulness so that you can effectively implement what would work best for you. Then, follow the simple steps in this book to help rewire your brain and gain a positive balance in your life.

Are you feeling exhausted, burned out, or struggling to keep up with the demands of daily life? Unlock the life-changing secrets to overcoming burnout and reclaiming your energy with this groundbreaking guide from the acclaimed 30 Day Expert Series. With this essential book, you'll learn how to: Identify the symptoms of burnout and what to look out for Get immediate relief and change long-term (without resorting to intravenous caffeine!) Get a week-by-week roadmap to releasing stress and finding rest Prioritize your well-being in the face of the constant demands of a hectic world Take ...

A compassionate and accessible guide for parents whose children have experienced traumatic or life-threatening events written by one of the foremost authorities on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children and adolescents. Dr. Scheeringa understands the desperation many parents feel and explains the impact of trauma, simplifies the science into layman’s terms, debunks the myths, and provides direction on navigating the confusing maze of the mental health world to find appropriate care.

Dive into the mesmerizing world of "Hypnotic Resilience," a transformative eBook that beckons you to explore the limitless potential of the mind. Journey through the layers of psychological resilience and discover how the power of hypnosis can unlock a formidable inner strength capable of overcoming life's most daunting challenges. Embark on an exploration with "Hypnotic Resilience," where each chapter serves as a stepping stone to mastering your emotional well-being. Begin with a fundamental understanding of psychological resilience and its significance in your daily life. Uncover the ...

In today’s constantly connected world, it’s no wonder anxiety feels like a default setting. The pings of our phones, the pressures of perfection, the noise of social media, and the endless expectations placed on us—it's enough to make anyone’s mind race. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, restless, tense, or stuck in a loop of “what if” thoughts, you’re far from alone. And more importantly, you're not powerless.