Self-help

'Reading it will change the way you think about the universe' Sean CarrollIn the coming decades, the technology that enables virtual and augmented reality will improve beyond recognition. Within a century, world-renowned philosopher David J. Chalmers predicts, we will have virtual worlds that are impossible to distinguish from non-virtual worlds. But is virtual reality just escapism?In a highly original work of 'technophilosophy', Chalmers argues categorically, no: virtual reality is genuine reality. Virtual worlds are not second-class worlds. We can live a meaningful life in virtual reality - and increasingly, we will.What is reality, anyway? How can we lead a good life? Is there a god? How do we know there's an external world - and how do we know we're not living in a computer simulation? In Reality+, Chalmers conducts a grand tour of philosophy, using cutting-edge technology to provide invigorating new answers to age-old questions.Drawing on examples from pop culture, literature and film that help bring philosophical issues to life, Reality+ is a mind-bending journey through virtual worlds, illuminating the nature of reality and our place within it.

A guided journal filled with prompts, quotes, exercises, and plenty of space to write as you develop a morning meditation practice that allows you to start each day grounded, centered, connected, and ready for whatever comes your way."My day begins and ends with gratitude and joy." -Louise Hay  Whether you already have an established morning meditation practice, or you are newly committed to creating one, use this journal to bring you back to center and greet each new day from a place of peace, love, and mindfulness.  The writing prompts, exercises, and quotes in this colorfully illustrated book are designed to help you discover your personal routine and encourage you to keep with it. Each page is a new surprise with plenty of space to write, inspiring you with different techniques and perspectives as you use morning meditations as a foundation to build a happier, healthier, more joyful life.As you meditate with this book as your teacher, you will:Try out different techniques from loving kindness, to transcendental, to silent meditation.Create and recite morning affirmations. Set an intention for the day.Build a morning routine around meditation and reflection.Discover brief, accessible 5-minute guided meditations and visualizations.Learn breathing techniques and body movements to promote calm and wakefulness.Incorporate crystals, herbs, and essential oils into your practice.Color and draw mindfully. 

The definitive guide to adaptogenic herbs, formerly known as "tonics," that counter the effects of age and stress on the body.

A provocative and shocking look at how western society is misunderstanding and mistreating mental illness.

"A grand accomplishment." -Dr. Peter Levine, developer of Somatic Experiencing® and author of Waking the Tiger and In an Unspoken Voice A body-based, science-backed method for regulating behavior, thoughts, and feelings and improving well-being--shown to shorten therapy time and improve emotional outcomes.In the first book on Integral Somatic Psychology(TM) (ISP), clinical psychologist Dr. Raja Selvam offers a new, complementary approach for building more capacity to tolerate emotions using the body--especially emotions that are difficult or unpleasant.The ISP model shows readers how to expand and regulate emotional experiences in the body to improve different therapeutic outcomes--cognitive, emotional, behavioral, physical, energetic, relational, and even spiritual--in life and in all types of therapies, including other body psychotherapy and somatic psychology approaches. You will learn the physiology of emotions in the brain and body and how to:Access different types of emotions quicklyFacilitate embodiment and regulation of feelingsProcess and heal different traumas and attachment woundsA go-to guide for emotional integration, The Practice of Embodying Emotions is of value in the treatment of a wide range of clinical problems involving difficult emotions--from ordinary life events to psychosomatic or psychophysiological disorders, developmental trauma, prenatal and perinatal trauma, attachment disorders, borderline personality disorder, complex PTSD, collective trauma, and intergenerational trauma--and in improving outcomes and shortening treatment time in different therapies including psychoanalysis, Jungian psychology, and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).

A stunning collection of portraits and intimate reflections on motherhood, sharing what unites mothers from different times and diverse cultures. A perfect gift for mamas and grandmas with lyrical words and striking artwork by an award-winning illustrator

Asylums is an analysis of life in "total institutions"--closed worlds like prisons, army camps, boarding schools, nursing homes and mental hospitals. It focuses on the relationship between the inmate and the institution, how the setting affects the person and how the person can deal with life on the inside.

Moving past 'good vibes only' to make space for authentic emotions and connection, from the therapist behind the popular Instagram account @sitwithwhit

From renowned intellectual and historian Michael Ignatieff comes a moving portrait of artists, writers, politicians, emperors, and poets overcoming tragedy and crisis an ancient tradition of consolation which will resonate with readers in our turbulent times.

Clinicians will find the road map they need to conduct successful therapy with clients who have experienced prolonged exposure to traumatic events.

In this guide, internationally recognized BPD expert Daniel J. Fox offers a breakthrough understanding of what he calls complex borderline personality disorder (C-BPD), a form of BPD that is complicated by the presence of comorbid conditions.

Struggling with restless nights? Achieve better sleep with this scientifically verified, holistic five-step approach to healing stress and trauma-affected slumber. You'll discover yoga nidra and mindfulness practices for deep relaxation; breathwork practices to regulate the nervous system; and lucid dreaming methods to transform nightmares.

Combining his signature curmudgeonly humor with, as Newsweek put it, a "silly approach to upsetting topics," Tom Segura presents a series of personal stories packed with the crazy characters and strong opinions fans have come to know and love from his podcasts and standup.The essays in I'd Like to Play Alone, Please feature comedic tales from Tom's time on the road, his marriage, the trials and tribulations of parenting young children and, perhaps most memorably, his dad who, like any good Baby Boomer father, likes to talk about his bowel movements and share graphic Vietnam stories at inappropriate moments. It's enough to make anyone want some peace and quiet. This book will have readers laughing out loud and nodding in agreement with Segura's central message: in a world where everyone is increasingly insane, sometimes you just need to be alone.

She explores both the comically absurd and the profound, from attempting to remove bestsellers by hollow self-help gurus from the hospital gift shop while still attached to a drip, to crawling into bed with a four-year-old dragon after his birthday party, as mere minutes transform into a transcendent moment, hovering outside of time.

Digital Body Language How to Build Trust and Connection, No Matter the Distance

Your Simple Guide to Reversing Type 2 Diabetes is a groundbreaking book written by Professor Roy Taylor. Published in 2021 by Short Books Ltd, this book falls under the health and wellness genre. Professor Taylor, a renowned expert in the field, simplifies the complex world of Type 2 diabetes for readers. He provides a comprehensive guide on how to reverse the condition, based on years of research and scientific studies. This book is not just a guide, but a beacon of hope for those affected by Type 2 diabetes. It's a must-read for anyone seeking to regain control of their health and live a diabetes-free life. Published by Short Books Ltd, this book is a testament to their commitment to providing readers with valuable and life-changing information.

Overthinking, ruminating, worrying: New Zealand bestselling author Gwendoline Smith explains this common form of anxiety and offers helpful advice for overcoming it.

Using the most current research and her approachable style, Dr. Rosier shows those with ADHD and their families how to create new thinking habits, identify unhelpful thought and emotional patterns, and apply strategies to change them.

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