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Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The Lost Art of Silence encourages us to embrace this pursuit and allow the warm light of silence to glow. Invoking the wisdom of many of the greatest writers, thinkers, contemplatives, historians, musicians, and artists, Sarah Anderson reveals the sublime nature of quiet that's all too often undervalued. Throughout, she shares her own penetrating insights into the potential for silence to transform us. This celebration of silence invites us to widen...
Author
Publisher
Prometheus Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"It's no wonder you can't calm down: your to-do list is as long as your arm, your bank balance keeps dropping, you feel guilty for not calling your parents more often and there always seems to be a big deadline to meet at work. You need a serious breather--but you can barely find time to shower, let alone to exercise or meditate. In Let That Sh*t Go, Nina Purewal and Kate Petriw share the wisdom they've gained though decades of practising and teaching...
Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Meditation teacher Oren Jay Sofer shares a practical guide to developing the inner resources necessary to meet a world in crisis with a clear, balanced, and courageous outlook. Through touching stories, insightful reflections, and practical instructions, Sofer offers powerful tools to strengthen our hearts and nourish the qualities that can transform our world. In 26 chapters-each with practices to cultivate an important quality like mindfulness,...
Author
Publisher
Grijalbo
Pub. Date
[2023].
Language
Español
Description
Todo es más sencillo cuando ves las cosas con calma. Todo es más ligero cuando estás realmente presente. Todo es más simple cuando hay claridad en tu interior. Pero ¿cómo vas a tener calma, presencia y claridad si no te detienes ni un segundo? Este libro es una invitación a practicar el arte del silencio y la quietud. Un arte que consiste en descubrir la sabiduría que surge cuando dejas de enredarte con todos los pensamientos que saturan tu...
Author
Publisher
Cider Mill Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Imagine this: you have a hot cup of tea and a good book in front of you, the aroma of freshly baked bread in the air as sunlight streams in through the window. Daydreaming of a simpler life? Go back to the basics with Cottagecore Simplified. It might not be practical to drop everything and live out your fairytale fantasy, but it's easy to embrace countryside comfort while coexisting with the modern world--find inspiration in the crafts, décor, and...
8) Today
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
When a child anticipates a long-awaited day with cousins and grandparents, the child discovers every day is filled with surprises and joy, which can easily be lost if one is not present.
Author
Publisher
North Atlantic Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"With practical exercises and simple techniques, this book provides a step-by-step approach to using breath as a tool for self-discovery and transformation. From overcoming stress and anxiety to managing chronic illness, The Language of Breath is a must-read for anyone seeking to harness the power of their own breath to live a healthier, happier life"--
Author
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Are you tired of hangovers? Do you wish you could think more clearly during the day or feel less anxious at night? Are you curious about that #soberlife? Many of us want to cut back on our drinking—or even stop altogether. But in a culture that glamorizes the cocktail hour, "white wine playdates," and boozy brunches, you might wonder, What would I do instead? If you're ready for a change, this go-to guide has the answer.
Author
Publisher
Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"A program proven to heal our relationship with food and our bodies from New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety. Anyone who struggles with overeating knows what it's like to feel out of control-and to feel the guilt attached to it. While ordinary anxiety feels like something that happens to us, the siren song of food cravings feels like something we should be able to control. The result is a toxic cocktail of shame and self-loathing...
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