Sleep Like It Matters
Most people treat sleep as the thing that happens after everything else is done, then wonder why their days feel foggy and brittle. In a world of late light, endless notifications, and travel across time zones, simply going to bed earlier rarely fixes the problem. What changes the game is understanding how your body clock, sleep pressure, temperature, and daily choices interact. This book offers a clear, no gimmick guide to building your own sleep protocol using light, timing, and behaviour instead of gadgets. It shows how to use sleep hygiene habits and simple circadian rhythm routines to anchor your nights, then layer in practical rules for caffeine cutoff timing, evening light exposure, and temperature for sleep that survive busy weeks, family demands, and travel. You will find realistic ideas for pre bed wind down rituals that quiet the mind without demanding an hour of perfection. For frequent travellers and shift stretched professionals, there are straightforward tools for a travel jet lag plan, naps and recovery that do not steal from night sleep, and exercise timing sleep strategies that support, rather than sabotage, deep rest. The book also tackles alcohol and sleep fragmentation in plain language, helping you choose patterns that fit your social life and long term energy. The result is a small set of habits you can actually keep, so your days are powered by sleep that truly matches the work and life you care about.
Say No, Set Boundaries, Be Free
The Most Important Person in Your Life Is Missing-And It's YouYou are the reliable one. The fixer. The capable leader everyone turns to when things fall apart. You pride yourself on being kind, loyal, and responsible. But while you are busy holding everything together, who is holding you?Let's be honest: Does saying "no" trigger guilt or anxiety? Are you exhausted from people-pleasing or over-explaining yourself? Are you managing everyone else's crises while your own dreams sit quietly on the shelf? Do you feel resentment toward the very people you work so hard to support?If any of these questions resonate, you may have spent so long monitoring the moods, demands, and expectations of those around you that you have lost the ability to hear your own voice. Over time, chronic over-responsibility and people-pleasing patterns can erode self-esteem, autonomy, and self-respect. What once felt like being dependable can slowly turn into emotional burnout, stress, and quiet resentment. Oftentimes, these patterns were formed early, when love, safety, or belonging felt tied to performance, compliance, or emotional caretaking. These habits were learned, and they can be unlearned.It's time to stop managing everyone else's life and start fully living your own.In Say No, Set Boundaries, Be Free, Lorilee Lucas guides you from overextended and approval-driven to grounded, self-led, and emotionally mature. This book goes beyond refusing requests. It helps you identify the energy leaks in your life and rebuild relationships on true reciprocity.Blending emotional intelligence, relationship psychology, and practical tools, you will learn how to: - Break free from chronic people-pleasing without sacrificing connection- Strengthen self-respect and rebuild confidence- Communicate clearly without over-explaining or apologizing- Release guilt, anxiety, and fear of rejection- Stop absorbing other people's emotions- Set firm limits at work and in personal life- Protect your time, energy, and valuesThis is your invitation to step out of reactive living and into intentional self-leadership.The era of being a supporting character in your own life is over.Say no. Set boundaries. Be free.
The Hair Replacement Revolution
There is no cure for hair loss just yet. A number of amazing options are available, though, including high-tech surgical techniques, revolutionary drugs, and cosmetic hair additions that are more natural-looking than ever before. For anyone experiencing hair loss, the problem is seeing through the hype of ads and finding the technique or product that really works. Hair replacement experts Drs. James Harris and Emanuel Marritt have written The Hair Replacement Revolution to deliver accurate, honest information on all aspects of hair loss, from its physical causes and psychological ramifications, to its many legitimate and not-so-legitimate treatment options. You'll discover both the benefits and the limitations of the available pharmaceutical, surgical, and cosmetic advancements; and learn how to find ethical, capable hair restoration professionals. Most important, The Hair Replacement Revolution will help you choose the option that's right for you.
Say No, Set Boundaries, Be Free
The Most Important Person in Your Life Is Missing-And It's YouYou are the reliable one. The fixer. The capable leader everyone turns to when things fall apart. You pride yourself on being kind, loyal, and responsible. But while you are busy holding everything together, who is holding you?Let's be honest: Does saying "no" trigger guilt or anxiety? Are you exhausted from people-pleasing or over-explaining yourself? Are you managing everyone else's crises while your own dreams sit quietly on the shelf? Do you feel resentment toward the very people you work so hard to support?If any of these questions resonate, you may have spent so long monitoring the moods, demands, and expectations of those around you that you have lost the ability to hear your own voice. Over time, chronic over-responsibility and people-pleasing patterns can erode self-esteem, autonomy, and self-respect. What once felt like being dependable can slowly turn into emotional burnout, stress, and quiet resentment. Oftentimes, these patterns were formed early, when love, safety, or belonging felt tied to performance, compliance, or emotional caretaking. These habits were learned, and they can be unlearned.It's time to stop managing everyone else's life and start fully living your own.In Say No, Set Boundaries, Be Free, Lorilee Lucas guides you from overextended and approval-driven to grounded, self-led, and emotionally mature. This book goes beyond refusing requests. It helps you identify the energy leaks in your life and rebuild relationships on true reciprocity.Blending emotional intelligence, relationship psychology, and practical tools, you will learn how to: - Break free from chronic people-pleasing without sacrificing connection- Strengthen self-respect and rebuild confidence- Communicate clearly without over-explaining or apologizing- Release guilt, anxiety, and fear of rejection- Stop absorbing other people's emotions- Set firm limits at work and in personal life- Protect your time, energy, and valuesThis is your invitation to step out of reactive living and into intentional self-leadership.The era of being a supporting character in your own life is over.Say no. Set boundaries. Be free.
An A-Z of Just Being
Do you ever feel like life has become one long to-do list?Emails. Messages. Deadlines. Responsibilities.The pressure to stay busy, productive and constantly available.In today's world, busyness has become a badge of honour. Researchers even describe it as "the cult of busy." Yet beneath the surface, the relentless pace of modern life can leave us exhausted, disconnected and overwhelmed.What if there was another way to live?An A-Z of Just Being offers a gentle guide to stepping out of constant urgency and rediscovering balance.Inspired by the author's own journey, An A-Z of Just Being offers a gentler alternative reflecting the author's own journey. She created an A-Z of positive attributes which she embraced, practising small, meaningful and achievable actions that helped her step out of constant urgency and back into balance.Inside this book you will discover how to: - Break free from the pressure to always be busy- Create simple daily habits that nurture wellbeing- Slow the pace and find calm in a fast-moving world- Reconnect with what truly matters- Rediscover the quiet power of simply beingThis is not about doing more.It's about living more fully.Because sometimes the most meaningful thing you can do... is simply be.Perfect for readers interested in mindfulness, personal growth, balance and living more intentionally.
The Reset
What if the most important thing you ever did for your health had nothing to do with a treadmill or a piece of kale?Welcome to a book that doesn't want to "fix" you, because it knows you aren't broken. This isn't another drill-sergeant manual filled with neon sneakers and "no-pain-no-gain" mantras. Instead, it's a journey into the quiet architecture of your own mind; the place where "Decision Fatigue" turns a simple dinner choice into a high-stakes drama and where your nervous system secretly holds the remote control to your cravings.Through a blend of science, soul, and surprising simplicity, you'll discover: The Survival Mode Secret: Why your body treats a stressful work deadline exactly like a physical threat, and how that "threat" sends you straight to the cookie jar.The Awareness Reset: How a mere 15 seconds of presence can stop a biological "sugar-seeking" cascade in its tracks.Safety Over Struggle: Why a mind at war with itself cannot heal, and how switching from "correction" to "compassion" actually lowers your cortisol and changes your biology.This book invites you to trade the heavy weight of self-scrutiny for a lighter way of living. It's time to stop fighting your body and start treating it like the lifelong partner it is. Are you ready to stop following the "rules" and start listening to your own life?
The Ocean of Yoga
A definitive guidebook to the core principles and practice of yoga--from its traditional roots to the latest contemporary developments. Immerse yourself in the timeless practice of yoga with this essential and accessible guide. With a commitment to honoring rather than modifying the tradition of yoga, experienced teacher Amy Landry unveils the vast ocean of yoga--from its rich history, texts, and traditions to the core principles and practice. Explore: - A captivating overview of the history and evolution of yoga- Key facets of subtle yogic anatomy, including prana, koshas, nadis, kundalini, chakras, vayu, and a map of the mind- A practical framework inward that expands beyond the popularized eight-limbed approach- Teachings on the tangible techniques, such as traditional joint movements, purification practices, mudra, meditation, mantra, and approaching yoga through an Ayurvedic lens- Diverse paths, including Bhakti, Karma, Jnana, Raja, Hatha, Laya, and Tantra- Guidance on living (and teaching) yoga through stewardship and lineage, while using the four aims and stages of life as anchors- Foundational yoga texts, featuring the revered Bhagavad Gita and Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, alongside some lesser-known treasures- The sanctity of Sanskrit, sound, and so much moreWith a clear and inspiring voice, Landry offers pivotal insight to any student or teacher seeking a genuine connection to the depths of yoga.
More Than Just a Baby
A surrogate and specialist lawyer's guide to creating families through surrogacy. Sarah Jefford stood in the hospital the day after delivering her surrogacy baby feeling fulfilled and happy, having just handed the baby to her dads. Alongside feelings of joy came confusion - was it okay that she wasn't grieving? Was this a normal feeling for a surrogate? In that moment, Sarah decided to write a book to help others navigate the Australian surrogacy experience. Surrogacy is complex, amazing and deeply emotional for everyone involved. It can cause challenges when things go wrong but also bring the greatest of happiness for the families involved. This book empowers intended parents and surrogate mothers to make informed decisions that protect everyone's interests and, most importantly, act in the best interests of the children - those here now and those in the future. Whether you are exploring surrogacy or already beginning the journey, this book is your best place to start. Keep it close as you navigate the surrogacy process, understand your roles and work together to create a family. Sarah Jefford draws on her unique experience as both a surrogate and specialist surrogacy lawyer to offer a practical, compassionate guide to the legal, emotional and ethical realities of surrogacy. Awarded the medal of the Order of Australia in 2023 and a Churchill Fellowship in 2024, Sarah is widely recognised for her research and leadership in developing best practice surrogacy legal frameworks to support law reform in Australia. Why this book is different: Written by both a surrogate and a specialist surrogacy lawyer Combines legal expertise with real-world experience Practical, compassionate, and easy to understand Designed for intended parents, surrogates, and professionals alike Focuses on the Australian surrogacy environment and experience
Growing Together Pregnancy Journal
A gorgeous keepsake journal from renowned doula Carson Meyer filled with empowering wisdom and gentle guidance to help mamas-to-be celebrate milestones and record special memories and wishes for baby.In this weekly pregnancy journal, Carson Meyer draws on her experience as a birth doula helping hundreds of families welcome their babies into the world. Featuring easy-to-follow prompts and illuminating information to help parents feel informed, confident, and calm, this uniquely crafted motherhood journal includes: Week-by-week journaling entries covering week four of pregnancy through the first one hundred days postpartum. Rituals for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Doula tips for a healthy and joyful pregnancy, including yoga poses, meditations, recipes, and more. With a holistic focus on wellness, health, and spirituality, Growing Together Pregnancy Journal offers mothers an empowering approach to caring for and honoring their body and their baby through every phase of the life-changing experience of becoming a parent--from the first positive pregnancy test through the fourth trimester.PREGNANCY GIFT: Created by the author of Growing Together: Doula Wisdom & Holistic Practices for Pregnancy, Birth & Early Motherhood, this nurturing journal is an outstanding planner for first-time moms or parents navigating new additions to the family. It makes an excellent self-purchase or present for pregnancy announcements or baby shower celebrations. MODERN PREGNANCY & PARENTING RESOURCE: A unique companion to Carson Meyer's book and other bestselling pregnancy guides, this weekly journal incorporates research and science with a more spirit-centered and relaxed approach. DOULA EXPERTISE: An experienced doula who treats birth as an empowering process, Meyer brings a unique and informed perspective to this pregnancy journal. In addition to her one-on-one work, she offers courses on doula training, nutrition counseling, and a "Growing Together Circle," an all-in-one birth prep course and community circle for expecting parents.Perfect for: Expectant parents, first-time mothers, or experienced moms eager for a new approach to pregnancy and childbirth Gift-giving to expecting wives, partners, sisters, granddaughters, coworkers, friends, or couples Fans of Carson Meyers and her pregnancy and motherhood book, Growing Together Readers of Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn; Like a Mother; Bumpin' The Modern Guide to Pregnancy; The Fourth Trimester; and the What to Expect When You're Expecting series
Skin Deep
This is not just another skincare book-this is a wake-up call.In Skin Deep, Gin Amber, founder of Gin Amber Beauty, invites women to radically rethink everything they've been taught about beauty, aging, and skin health. Drawing on personal healing, scientific research, and her years of expertise in microneedling and holistic skincare, Gin offers a practical and deeply empowering guide to skin that glows from the inside out.Packed with insights on the psychology of beauty, the pitfalls of chasing perfection, and how skin reflects your deepest feelings about yourself, this book goes far beyond product recommendations. You'll learn about the essentials of skincare ingredients and routines, the roots and remedies of chronic skin issues, and how truly healthy skin starts from within. Whether you're navigating your thirties, forties, or beyond, Skin Deep is your guide to radiant skin, reclaimed power, and unapologetic self-love.
Manhandled
You've just been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Stop. Read this first.The consultant says surgery. Within six weeks. Eight specialists unanimously agree: treat immediately.But what if they're wrong?Paul Sweeney was 55 with a young family when he got the diagnosis. Gleason 7. He was supposed to be grateful and compliant. Instead, he did his own research.What he found shocked him. The landmark ProtecT trial-1,600 men, 15 years-showed no survival difference between surgery and monitoring. The "manageable" side effects? An 85% chance of permanent erectile dysfunction. One in six men regretting their decision.MANHANDLED exposes why the system pushes treatment you may not need, what surgeons won't tell you about life after the knife, and how to take control when everyone's telling you to comply.
Heart Shift
Transform Painful Patterns to Live an Empowered LifeHeart Shift is the path to creating the life of your dreams. Have you ever felt like you're always putting yourself last, neglecting self-care, or constantly finding yourself in the midst of relationships that leave you drained and disappointed? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of repeating the same mistakes, feeling as though life is just happening to you, and sensing an invisible barrier that prevents you from moving forward? If these challenges resonate with you, then Heart Shift is the beacon of hope you've been searching for.You will read stories of hope about others who have been there and moved beyond the pain. Through the power of hypnotherapy, Heart Shift will guide you to the root of your pain, enabling you to begin the healing process with effective practices such as visualization, meditation, and the liberating power of forgiveness.Heart Shift extends beyond the pages of the book, offering you access to an exclusive online portal filled with a wealth of additional resources, including recordings and worksheets designed to support your journey toward healing and self-discovery.Your journey to healing, empowerment, and freedom starts here.
The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing
25 Expert Tools for Peak Mind, Body, and Soul Health and WellnessAfter a 30-year career as a holistic physical therapist, Laura Di Franco woke up on March 20, 2020, and followed an intuitive whisper: Invite your healer friends to write a book that empowers people with self-healing tools. That spark became The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing-and a global movement and company inspiring others to experience what's possible. Volume 6 in the series continues the legacy with a phenomenal expert cast of healers sharing life-changing stories and tools to guide and support awareness, pain relief, nervous system regulation, coping with grief, and more. This community is here to help you thrive!
21-day Weight Management Guide
This book presents a structured 21-day weight management program that combines nutritional guidance, exercise principles, and practical meal planning to support gradual and sustainable weight loss. It explains the fundamentals of calorie awareness, macronutrient balance, protein intake, and portion control while outlining the role of aerobic exercise, strength training, cardiovascular activity, and daily movement in long-term body composition management. The early chapters address lifestyle habits such as sleep, hydration, stress management, and consistency, providing a foundational understanding of how daily routines influence metabolism and overall health. The second part of the book features an extensive collection of breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner, and dessert recipes with preparation times, cooking instructions, and nutritional information, followed by a structured 21-day meal plan designed to simplify food organization and encourage balanced eating. Intended for beginners and individuals seeking a practical introduction to weight loss through structured planning, the book adopts a clear, instructional approach that combines explanatory content with actionable meal frameworks and home-based fitness guidance suitable for both digital and print formats.
You Could Be Having Better Sex
You want--and deserve--better sex. Dr. Nicole McNichols tells you how.You know sex matters--to your health, your happiness, and your relationships. You know it's supposed to be fun, connecting, and fulfilling. But maybe you're not having as much of it as you'd like. Or it feels routine, awkward, or disconnected. Maybe you're unsure what you want, how your body works, or how to ask for more. Or maybe you're doing "everything right" and still wondering: Is this really all there is? You're not broken--and you're not alone.Drawing on the latest research, candid real-world insights, and years of teaching the nation's most popular human sexuality course, Dr. Nicole McNichols dismantles the myths and taboos that hold you back and replaces them with practical tools and insight that spark real transformation. The result is a comprehensive, shame-free framework for understanding desire, building confidence, and creating deeper intimacy. You Could Be Having Better Sex will inform, empower, and inspire you to: Reignite desire in a long-term relationship Navigate hookup culture without going insane Add novelty without losing your sense of self Explore what kinds of touch bring you the most pleasure Get practical tools for asking for what you want--sexually and otherwise and much more! Empowering and enlightening, You Could Be Having Better Sex is your ultimate guide to a more passionate, authentic, and deeply connected sex life.
The GLP-1 Troubleshooting Guide
You're doing everything right. So why isn't the weight coming off?If you're on semaglutide, tirzepatide or any GLP-1 medication and feeling frustrated with slow progress, you're not alone. This isn't another book telling you to "just eat less." This is the practical troubleshooting guide you actually need.Inside you'll discover: - Why 10-20% of people don't see dramatic results and what to do about it- How genetics, thyroid, PCOS, and hormones affect your response- The protein strategy that protects your muscle and metabolism- Real talk about energy balance without guilt or shame- How to figure out what's actually holding you back- What to do when you hit a plateau- The 30-day protocol to get back on track- When to talk to your doctor about adjusting your plan- Specific advice for older adults, diabetics, and athletesWritten by David Brant, a Vancouver personal trainer with over 20 years of experience helping clients transform their bodies and health.This book doesn't promise magic. It delivers practical, science-based strategies for people tired of guessing why their medication isn't working as hoped. Whether you're a slow responder, stuck at a plateau, or want to optimize your results, you'll find real answers here.Your weight loss journey doesn't have to be a mystery. Get the troubleshooting guide you've been looking for.
Gutsy
Have you ever felt as though you are doing many of the right things - eating well, moving regularly, staying disciplined, and yet still feel foggy, emotionally reactive, bloated, or slightly out of step with your body? As though something subtle but important is being missed? Gutsy is written for women who care deeply about their health, who enjoy food, pleasure, and beauty, and who are no longer interested in overriding their instincts in the name of control. It is for those who sense that their body is trying to tell them something, but have not yet been given the language to understand what it is saying. At its core, this book explores the gut not simply as a digestive organ, but as an intelligent system that shapes mood, behaviour, metabolism, and resilience. Drawing together scientific insight and personal reflection, Gutsy traces how gut signalling, hormones, inflammation, stress, and female physiology quietly influence how we feel, think, eat, and move through the world. This is not a prescriptive diet book, nor a promise of quick fixes. Instead, it offers a way of seeing the body differently. Structured around three tiers Reset, Rewire, and Reinvent, the book moves from awareness to understanding to application, allowing habits to organise themselves more naturally once internal signals become clearer. Vanity is not rejected here, nor is it glorified. It is treated as feedback, as the external body often reflects the internal state long before we have words for it. Ultimately, Gutsy is about building a steadier, more trusting relationship with your body, one that begins in the gut and ripples outward into every other part of life.
Gutsy
Have you ever felt as though you are doing many of the right things - eating well, moving regularly, staying disciplined, and yet still feel foggy, emotionally reactive, bloated, or slightly out of step with your body? As though something subtle but important is being missed? Gutsy is written for women who care deeply about their health, who enjoy food, pleasure, and beauty, and who are no longer interested in overriding their instincts in the name of control. It is for those who sense that their body is trying to tell them something, but have not yet been given the language to understand what it is saying. At its core, this book explores the gut not simply as a digestive organ, but as an intelligent system that shapes mood, behaviour, metabolism, and resilience. Drawing together scientific insight and personal reflection, Gutsy traces how gut signalling, hormones, inflammation, stress, and female physiology quietly influence how we feel, think, eat, and move through the world. This is not a prescriptive diet book, nor a promise of quick fixes. Instead, it offers a way of seeing the body differently. Structured around three tiers Reset, Rewire, and Reinvent, the book moves from awareness to understanding to application, allowing habits to organise themselves more naturally once internal signals become clearer. Vanity is not rejected here, nor is it glorified. It is treated as feedback, as the external body often reflects the internal state long before we have words for it. Ultimately, Gutsy is about building a steadier, more trusting relationship with your body, one that begins in the gut and ripples outward into every other part of life.
Why Varicose Veins Come Back - and How to Stop Them
"Why varicose veins come back - and how to stop them" could also be called "everything you would ever need to know about varicose veins!"Mark explains why so many people get recurrent varicose veins after treatment - and what he has done to identify and correct these problems. He explains how veins work, which veins can go wrong, how they can be investigated and treated effectively. He also explains where many doctors, clinics, or hospitals cut corners, resulting in poor outcomes and early recurrences for patients.Keeping it as simple as possible, he explains the science of vein treatments - and what to look out for! He includes a chapter on "Myths about Varicose Veins" and a final chapter on "Red Flags" to watch for when choosing a doctor, clinic, or hospital.Follow the information in this book, and your chances of getting your varicose veins back again after treatment shrink to the lowest possible risk.
Gut Wisdom
Discover the Hidden World Within YouGut Wisdom: Unveiling the Secrets of the Microbiome invites you into the mysterious and fascinating universe living inside your gut. As science uncovers more about the microbiome, it becomes clear that these tiny organisms play a colossal role in your overall well-being. This book offers an enlightening journey through your own inner ecosystem, revealing how your gut health influences everything from your heart to your brain.Delve into the intricacies of the gut-brain connection, where mood and mental health are inexplicably linked to the vibrant community of microbes within you. Discover how modern research is shedding light on the invisible web woven between your digestive system and emotional well-being. Whether you battle anxiety or digestive issues, this book offers practical insights on managing them through microbial harmony.Imagine a life where weight management becomes more intuitive, immunity is strengthened naturally, and chronic diseases are kept at bay with the help of science-backed strategies. With chapters dedicated to digestible wellness, nutrition, and fitness, you will learn how to nourish and train your body to support a thriving microbiome. This powerful knowledge enables a proactive approach to health, transforming your relationship with food and fitness.Act now to equip yourself with the tools and insights you need for optimal health. Explore the future of personalized medicine, where microbiome research promises innovative treatments and therapies. With its comprehensive blending of scientific research and practical applications, Gut Wisdom provides a blueprint for integrating microbiome care into daily life. Your journey toward a healthier, more balanced life starts here. Embrace the wisdom within, and transform your health from the inside out.
Safe Love
Empowering a Healthier Love Life: Your Essential GuideAre you ready to take control of your sexual health and enhance your relationships? Safe Love: A Guide to Sexual Health & Contraception is your comprehensive companion on the journey to a safer, more fulfilling love life.This essential guide starts with the fundamentals of Understanding Sexual Health, highlighting the vital components and the importance of education in building a strong foundation. Master the art of Communication and Consent to foster healthy interactions and mutual respect in your relationships. Dive deeply into the Anatomy and Physiology of both the male and female reproductive systems, gaining insights into the science of pleasure and sexual response.Navigate the plethora of contraceptive options available today with detailed chapters on Barrier Methods, Hormonal Methods, and Natural and Permanent Methods. Learn about Emergency Contraception, its effectiveness, and when it's necessary. Protect your health with crucial information on STI Prevention and Testing, including best practices and where to get tested.Stay informed about the vital Role of Vaccines in preventing diseases like HPV and Hepatitis, and understand their accessibility. Discover how to maintain sexual health in Relationships, whether discussing these topics with your partner or managing STIs in long-term relationships. Explore Special Topics that cater to LGBTQ+ considerations, sexual health during pregnancy, and the nuances of aging.Complete with additional resources in the Appendix and a helpful Glossary, this book equips you with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your sexual health and well-being.Don't wait any longer. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to navigate your sexual health with ease and assurance. Dive into Safe Love and transform your understanding today!
Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners
This book explores the foundations of mindfulness meditation and its application in everyday life as a tool for mental clarity, emotional regulation, and present-moment awareness. It introduces the concept of mindfulness from both a contemporary and traditional perspective, outlining its roots in meditation practices and its relevance to modern stress, anxiety, and habitual thought patterns. The content explains how mindful awareness can be cultivated through attention to breath, body sensations, movement, and daily activities, offering a structured overview of core principles without assuming prior knowledge. The book is intended for beginners interested in meditation, mindfulness, and holistic well-being, including readers seeking practical methods to manage stress, improve emotional balance, and develop greater self-awareness. It is suitable for adults with no previous experience as well as for those looking for an accessible introduction that integrates mindfulness into daily routines, family life, and physical practices such as yoga. The approach is primarily practical and instructional, combining explanatory sections with guided techniques and examples. Topics include breathing exercises, seated and walking meditation, sensory awareness, mindful movement, nutrition, and introductory practices for children. The overall structure emphasizes gradual learning, consistency, and observation, presenting mindfulness as a skill developed through regular practice rather than a theoretical or spiritual system.
Ageless Skin
This book provides a structured introduction to anti-aging skincare and the factors that influence skin health over time, examining how daily habits, product selection, nutrition, and environmental exposure contribute to visible signs of aging. It explains the biological processes behind wrinkles, loss of elasticity, hyperpigmentation, and dehydration, while outlining the role of sun exposure, oxidative stress, and lifestyle patterns in accelerating skin changes. The content also explores common skincare ingredients, cosmetic treatments, and preventive strategies within a broader framework of skin physiology and long-term maintenance. The book is intended for adults who want a clear and informed understanding of anti-aging practices without requiring medical or dermatological background. It adopts an explanatory and practical approach, combining scientific context with accessible descriptions of skincare routines, ingredient evaluation, nutritional support, and daily preventive measures, presenting anti-aging care as a structured process based on knowledge, consistency, and realistic expectations.
Healthy Aging Naturally
This book examines the biological and lifestyle factors that influence the aging process, presenting a structured overview of natural strategies for long-term well-being. It explains how oxidative stress, hormonal changes, cellular wear, and environmental exposure contribute to visible and internal aging, while outlining the roles of antioxidants, nutrition, physical activity, hydration, sleep quality, and stress management in supporting healthy function over time. The content also explores skin care fundamentals, sun protection, and the use of simple, homemade treatments based on accessible ingredients, placing anti-aging within a broader framework of preventive health and daily habits. The book is intended for adults who want a clear and accessible understanding of natural anti-aging practices without requiring medical expertise. It adopts an explanatory and practical approach, combining foundational science, lifestyle guidance, structured wellness principles, and step-by-step skincare recipes to provide a balanced perspective on maintaining physical vitality, emotional resilience, and skin health across different stages of life.
Sports Nutrition
This book provides a structured overview of sports nutrition principles and how dietary choices influence athletic performance, endurance, strength development, and recovery. It explains key concepts such as macronutrient balance, glycogen storage, glycemic index, hydration strategies, electrolyte replenishment, and nutrient timing, clarifying how the body uses fuel before, during, and after physical activity. The content also examines pre-competition meals, post-workout recovery nutrition, muscle-building support, and the role of supplements within a broader framework of performance-focused eating. The book is intended for athletes, active individuals, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts who want a clearer understanding of how nutrition supports training outcomes without relying on extreme or restrictive approaches. It adopts an explanatory and practical approach, combining foundational sports science concepts with structured meal planning guidance, real-world examples, and recovery strategies to present sports nutrition as a consistent, evidence-informed component of long-term athletic development.
Nutrition for Beginners
This book provides a structured introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition, explaining how macronutrients, micronutrients, and hydration influence energy levels, metabolism, weight management, and overall health. It examines core concepts such as calorie balance, portion control, food quality, label reading, and meal composition, while clarifying the roles of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in supporting bodily function. The content also addresses common dietary approaches, weight-loss considerations, and the relationship between nutrition, lifestyle habits, and long-term wellness. The book is intended for adults who want a clear and accessible understanding of healthy eating without prior nutritional knowledge or complex scientific background. It adopts an explanatory and practical approach, combining foundational nutritional principles with structured meal planning guidance, real-life examples, and habit-building strategies to present nutrition as a manageable, informed, and sustainable component of everyday life.
Blighted
A twisty, dark tale of family dysfunction, secrets, and the obsessive love of a woman willing to do anything to be a mother ...Alice White is many things: a dutiful daughter, a patient wife, a caring volunteer at a local nursing home. The one thing she isn't, after years of trying, is a mother.Desperate for a child, she'll do just about anything to get the expensive fertility treatments she needs to conceive, even if that means putting up with her own mother's abusive treatment, her husband's casual cruelties, and her nosy neighbor's overbearing intrusions.Giving birth to a beautiful baby girl, Lauren, makes it all worth it. Or so Alice thinks.But just as Lauren prepares to leave the nest, Alice's long-kept dark secrets rise to the surface. Her perfectly crafted life threatens to come crashing down-unless she can protect her hidden truths and hold on to her daughter, at all costs.Inspired by true stories of fertility fraud and complex mother-daughter dynamics, BLIGHTED is a dark tale of suspense, secrets, obsession, and toxic relationships that will keep you hooked until the shocking end.
This Wasn't in the Pamphlet
This Wasn't in the Pamphlet is an honest, unfiltered guide to living with type 2 diabetes when the official advice falls short.When you're diagnosed, you're handed a pamphlet and a list of rules. What you're not prepared for is everything else. The shame. The fear. The pressure to fix yourself. The emotional weight of managing something that touches every part of your life while the world offers simple answers and quick solutions.Written by wellness coach, community leader, and podcast host Mary Van Doorn, this book fills in what the pamphlet left out. Drawing from a decade of lived experience and real conversations with thousands of people navigating diabetes, Mary offers a compassionate, real-talk approach to health that goes beyond food rules and numbers.Inside, you'll find reflections on mindset, motivation, burnout, self-trust, boundaries, perfectionism, diet culture, support systems, and what it really means to show up for your health without losing yourself in the process. Each chapter blends personal stories with practical insight, meeting readers where they are and reminding them they don't have to be perfect to make progress.This is not a diet book. It's not a how-to-fix-yourself plan. And it's not about doing diabetes "right."It's about rebuilding trust with yourself, letting go of shame, and creating a life that feels steady, sustainable, and yours.Your diagnosis may be part of your story, but it's not the whole thing.And you still get to decide what the next chapter looks like.
The Four Epochs Of Woman's Life
The four epochs of woman's life: A study in hygiene offers a structured examination of how women's physical and emotional well-being evolves across the major stages of life, emphasizing the essential role of health awareness in shaping long-term vitality. The book underscores the importance of understanding bodily processes and encourages informed decision-making to reduce preventable health concerns. Its early chapters highlight how knowledge acts as a foundation for confidence and stability, particularly in areas often surrounded by misunderstanding. By linking physical development with emotional balance, the work presents women's health as an interconnected system influenced by education, environment, and personal habits. It also stresses the value of preventive care, illustrating how thoughtful guidance can support healthier transitions throughout life. Rather than viewing each stage as isolated, the text frames them as naturally progressing phases that reflect both biological change and individual growth. Through this approach, the book promotes a deeper appreciation of how informed self-care can strengthen overall well-being and contribute to a more empowered life experience.
An Introduction to Herbalism (The Natural Path Series)
Have you ever wanted to learn about herbalism, whether to be self-sustaining, use more natural ingredients, be connected to nature, or simply be crafty? Crack open this book, take a step onto the natural path, and learn to support your health with herbs...from nature, with love.This booklet includes an overview with an introduction to a handful of herbs for health. Several different herb preparation instructions are outlined, including tinctures, glycerites, decoctions, teas, syrups, honey drops, tonics, bath soaks, topical oils and salves, poultices, essential oil roll-ons, and diffusers, plus a section on seed cycling and cooking with herbs. Each section has a handful of suggested recipes to get you started.Everything we ever needed for our general health and well-being is already there in nature. Join us on our journey!
50 Simple Things to Save Your Life During Residency
Foreword by Dean Ornish MD This is your CRASH CART! Inside this pocket-sized book you will find everything you need to survive Medical Residency. It offers 50 concise, easy-to-digest nuggets of wisdom that will make your life better both in and out of the hospital. It's meant to be read wherever you are: between rounds, on the train, when you are feeling like you are going to crack. Nothing in life prepares you for Residency, but this book will give you life-saving tips and tricks, including how to: - Get "3 hours" worth of sleep in minutes - Get a work-out in 4 minutes - Make 3 meals in under 10 minutes - Manage your time when you have no time - Shake off bad mojo - Manage stress like a Samurai - And 44 more power-packed simple things! Dr. Ben Brown is an award winning writer, teacher and humanitarian. He is Director of Integrative Medicine, Global Medicine and Career Development at one of the UCSF Residency programs. In his work and life he is here to serve by remembering to have fun and love all.
The Order of the Blue-White Light
"The Order of the Blue-White Light: Sirian Healing Rituals" Elyra Juhal The Order of the Blue-White Light: Sirian Healing Rituals presents a methodical spiritual architecture grounded in Sirian consciousness, emphasizing energetic sovereignty, protocol precision, and repeatable practice. Through a sequence of rituals, the reader is guided to build protective structure, reorganize the inner field, and stabilize clarity by working with the blue-white frequency, light-code transmission, and conscious intention.With a disciplined, technical tone, the work frames spirituality as applied vibrational restoration: auric cleaning, cutting ties, sealing vitality, chakra alignment, home shielding, emotional and physical harmonization, and initiatic progression. Water appears as a central conductor for imprinting and distributing energetic instructions in daily routine.
Period of Change
A practical guide to puberty and periods for mothers who are ready to challenge shame-based narratives and create a new legacy--one rooted in cycle literacy, self-trust, and body sovereignty. Written in clear, empowering language, giving practical support for the most common concerns, from period care to navigating body changes. For generations, mothers have been left without the tools, the words, or the confidence to guide their daughters through puberty and menarche with the honor it deserves. Period of Change is the book that rewrites the script--for our daughters and for ourselves. This is not just a practical guide to puberty and periods. It is a call to reclaim what is our birthright: an understanding of our bodies and the framework for seeing the power and wisdom of our cyclical nature. Period of Change is a guide for mothers who are ready to challenge the shame-based narratives they inherited and create a new legacy for the next generation, one rooted in cycle literacy, self-trust, and body sovereignty--one conversation at a time. Inside, you'll find: Clear, empowering language to help you talk to your daughter about menstruation, puberty, and body autonomy--without shame, secrecy, or discomfort. Honest conversations about the patriarchal history of menstrual stigma--and how we dismantle it, starting at home. A road map for celebrating menarche as a rite of passage, including rituals, gifts, and meaningful ways to honor the transition into menstruation. Practical support for the most common concerns, from period care options and tracking cycles to navigating anxiety and physical changes such as body hair and breast development. Deep, paradigm-shifting discussions on topics often left out, including female pleasure, birth control, neurodivergence, and the menstrual experience, LGBQT+ specific topics, and how our language shapes body autonomy.
Open the Gate
When Mary was twelve, her mother's father passed. In those days, the viewing was at home in the parlor. Looking at her grandfather, she knew on some level of consciousness it was not him-just a shell. What moved the shell was gone. She kept telling herself, This is not him, not understanding why everyone was crying. Feeling guilty, she began to cry too. Yet she knew he had just moved to another place, Heaven. Many years later, she realized this was her first experience with understanding Spirit. At eighteen, she began her spiritual journey with meditation, eventually teaching others how to obtain peace within.Years later, when severe inflammation consumed her body and doctors offered no diagnosis beyond steroids, Mary faced her greatest test. Unable to sit in lotus position or barely walk, she discovered that true healing required complete awakening of body, mind, and spirit.Open the Gate tells the story of this journey through illness, guided by synchronicity. From sound healing to travels in Egypt and Sedona, Mary shares the spiritual practices that led her back to wellness-a story of reclaiming personal power and discovering that healing begins when you become your own advocate.
The 5-Minute Desk Reset
Workplace stress, burnout, and poor posture are costing organizations billions in lost productivity, absenteeism, and disengagement. Modern professionals spend long hours at desks, in meetings, and on screens, leading to chronic neck tension, lower back pain, fatigue, and reduced mental clarity.The 5-Minute Desk Reset is a practical, science-informed wellness guide designed specifically for busy professionals who need fast, effective stress relief at work. This compact desk yoga and stress management book combines simple office stretches, breathing exercises, ergonomic guidance, and productivity micro-habits that can be completed in five minutes or less.Unlike traditional yoga books that require mats and privacy, this guide focuses on discreet, chair-based and desk-friendly movements that can be performed in business attire. Readers will learn how to release shoulder tension, correct tech-neck posture, ease wrist strain, decompress the lower back, and reset their nervous system between meetings.The book also includes powerful breathwork techniques such as box breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, and quick stress interrupt tools that help professionals regain calm before presentations, difficult conversations, or high-pressure deadlines. QR codes link to short guided audio meditations and focus soundscapes, creating a hybrid print and digital wellness experience.Designed with corporate wellness programs in mind, The 5-Minute Desk Reset makes an ideal employee appreciation gift for Administrative Professionals' Day, National Stress Awareness Month, onboarding welcome kits, and workplace wellbeing initiatives. Its portable size allows it to fit neatly into a desk drawer, handbag, or laptop case, making it both practical and giftable.This book is perfect for HR leaders, team managers, executive assistants, remote workers, hybrid teams, and office professionals seeking sustainable stress reduction strategies that do not interrupt productivity. It supports employee engagement, posture correction, mental clarity, and burnout prevention in a format that respects the realities of modern work culture.Inside, readers will discover: - Quick desk yoga flows for neck, shoulders, wrists, and back - Five-minute standing reset sequences - Guided breathing exercises for stress relief and focus - Productivity rituals to reduce overwhelm - Ergonomic self-assessment checklists - Cut-out affirmation cards for daily motivation - A 30-Day Desk Reset ChallengeIn a world where time is limited and pressure is constant, five intentional minutes can transform the workday. The 5-Minute Desk Reset empowers professionals to take control of their physical wellbeing, mental clarity, and workplace performance one small reset at a time.Compact. Practical. Results-driven. A smarter approach to workplace wellness starts here.
