Life Help

We constantly encounter complex problems at home, in our places of work, and in society at large. Even if we had all the time and money in the world, sometimes no good solution can be found. So, what should we do, especially when we can’t wait? The answer: a workaround. For ages, global...

When do we need vision? During times of growth, change or opportunity - so that we know we're headed in the right direction. Instead of focusing on "what's next," we need to refocus on "what's first." Getting back to the basics means knowing who you are, where you're going, and what will guide your journey - having a vision. When work is meaningful and connected to what we truly desire, we tap into a productive and creative power stronger than we ever imagined.

Writing has been medicine for Nancy Slonim Aronie. At nine months old, her son Dan was diagnosed with diabetes. Then, at twenty-two, he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. During the years she and her husband took care of Dan, and when he died at age thirty-eight, Aronie could not find the book she needed. So she wrote her memoir. Over decades of writing and teaching, Aronie has created a set of prompts, directions, and examples that she shares in Memoir as Medicine. Listeners will learn how to write through where they have been and into understanding, healing, and even joy.

Author and longtime Buddhist Margaret Meloni spent years applying the practice to transform her fear of losing dear ones and reframe death as a friendly companion. Now she’s here to share the powerful wisdom that can aid you in your darkest moment of need. In Sitting with Death, following the traditional teachings of the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, Meloni lays out the myriad ways you can learn to come to terms with such a momentous finality. And by soaking up the depth of loving knowledge provided, you’ll gain clarity and closure on the way back to joy.

Worry, stress, anxiety – whichever label you prefer to use – can have consequences that impact not only our lives, but the lives of others around us. When we worry it’s like the engine of our mind is constantly being revved up. It doesn’t allow us time to switch off and rest. It tires us out. And when we’re tired we are less likely to think straight. And when we’re not thinking straight it’s easy to make stupid mistakes and confuse priorities...But relax. There is a way forward.

>"What are you reading?" That's the question Will Schwalbe asks his mother, Mary Anne, as they sit in the waiting room of the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. In 2007, Mary Anne returned from a humanitarian trip to Pakistan and Afghanistan suffering from what her doctors believed was a rare type of hepatitis. Months later she was diagnosed with a form of advanced pancreatic cancer, which is almost always fatal, often in six months or less. This is the inspiring true story of a son and his mother.

Normal for Me tells the story about the author hitting rock bottom when she received the diagnosis that her second oldest son was on the autism spectrum. One evening she fell to her knees asking God, “Why can’t we be a ‘normal’ family?” God whispered, “This IS normal for you.” This epiphany began her journey from anguish and grief to acceptance, peace, hope, and joy. This audiobook is ideal for not only families struggling with autism but anyone who has had to face a life detour or help someone along the way.

Skip the small talk and learn how to build a supportive community, engage with new people, and cultivate authentic, long-lasting friendships at every stage of life. It sometimes seems like everyone has a big, happy, fulfilling social life, full of lifelong friendships...except you. As we grow older and school friendships fade, it can be difficult to meet new people and cultivate meaningful friendships. How do you strike up a conversation with a stranger? How do you move from mutual acquaintances to real friends?

Within this book, we explore the changes in the female body after 40, discussing the links between diet, exercise, and managing symptoms.

This program includes an introduction read by the author Achieve personal freedom using Toltec wisdom The gift of the Toltec is the ability to transcend ordinary human awareness and achieve personal freedom—the ability to choose how to act rather than react to the events in your life. The...

A neuroscientist explores how trauma impacts the brain, especially for women—and how we can learn to heal ourselves Everyone experiences trauma. Whether a specific harrowing event or a series of stressful moments that culminate over time, trauma can echo and etch itself into our brain as we...

Having a pet dragon is very fun! But what if your dragon is constantly worrying about so many things? What should you do? You teach him how to deal with his anxiety! How? Get this audiobook and learn how!

Do you suffer from anxiety or other mental problems? Do you find sleeping at night a real challenge? Are you desperately seeking inner-peace and a balanced daily routine? Most of us just want to be able to live a happy and contented life that is stress-free and has less worry. Finding it, in a world that is increasingly demanding and chaotic, is harder than ever but there are always things we can learn to do that makes things easier.

In a culture that values productivity as a sign of success, many professionals are on the verge of burnout, pushed—sometimes unconsciously and other times overtly—to keep working, keep producing, and keep reaching new heights at an unsustainable pace, often at the expense of their physical and mental well-being. In The Rest Revolution, executive and personal branding coach Amanda Miller Littlejohn shows listeners how to restore themselves after burnout, and navigate the rigors of competitive work without sacrificing self.

When Surgeon General Vivek Murthy sounded the alarm that loneliness “represents an urgent public health concern”—exacerbated by social media overuse, the residual effects of the pandemic, and the lack of meaningful relationships—trusted therapist Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer knew that her unique perspective and expertise could help. Long beloved for breaking stigmas around sexual problems, Dr. Ruth made it her mission to help individuals break free from the bonds of hopelessness and isolation.

The things your kid learns in childhood can determine the type of adult they will become. Take this opportunity to teach them the necessary skills to thrive as adults. Having these skills will not just help your child do well in school, but it will also give your child a great foundation for life. With the right guidance, your child can learn how to properly conduct themselves in various settings.

Kids can learn a lot about themselves and the world around them with the help of the Develop Self-Regulation Skills Workbook for Kids. Kids learn to identify and control negative feelings including frustration, excitement, rage, and embarrassment through CBT exercises. This is a huge step in the right direction for these children's mental health since it will help them learn how to deal with adversity in the future.

One of the growing public health concerns today is food allergies and food intolerances. And because of this, you have probably heard more and more about Gluten and this Gluten Free Diet in recent years. Many people want to start taking better care and control of their health. You've heard of athletes or celebrities saying they've decided to cut out gluten from their lives and how they've started to feel infinitely better because of it. A study has found that the number of Americans going gluten-free has tripled since 2009.

A very close brush with death as a student pilot in his early 30s greatly changed Reinhard's outlook on life. This experience, where letting go literally saved his life, began a process of weeding out those things that had been holding him back and trusting God in any circumstance he would encounter. This book will challenge you to reflect upon and let go of whatever is holding you back. It is the author's hope that it will help you begin the process of excavating your heart and mind. You may be surprised at what you have been carrying around.

Liz Forkin Bohannon wants you to rethink everything you've been told about finding your passion and following your dreams. Why? Hate to break it to you, but you're likely never going to "find your passion". Because your passion and purpose are something you build-actively - day by day. In her signature tell-it-like-it-is fashion, Liz shares 14 actionable principles that will teach you how to do just that. With total transparency, Liz shares hilarious and heartbreaking stories of her journey of screw-ups and successes.