Books matching: mindfulness techniques
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Save:'How to Sit' by Thich Nhat Hanh is a short and concise guide to mindfulness, focusing on the practice of sitting meditation. Through a series of brief teachings and reflections, the author imparts invaluable advice and techniques for becoming more mindful in everyday life. The writing style is simple, clear, and practical, with the author using his own experiences to subtly inculcate a mindful way to interact with the world. Readers are encouraged to just be present, relax, and find stillness in the midst of hectic days.
Many of us keep trying to do more and more. We do things because we think we need to, because we want to make money, accomplish something, take care of others, or make our lives and our world better.... - #2
Save:'The Mindful Way through Depression: Freeing Yourself from Chronic Unhappiness' by Mark Williams is a practical guide that helps individuals become more conscious of their thoughts, feelings, and memories in order to make choices that lead to joy and satisfaction in life. The authors provide easy-to-learn concepts based on mindfulness meditation, encouraging readers to observe their internal world and choose what to focus on at any given moment. Through exercises and techniques outlined in the book, readers can experience a shift in perspective and learn to separate themselves from negative emotions, ultimately leading to a more mindful and fulfilling life.
Alice tossed and turned. She couldn’t sleep. It was 3:00 in the morning, and she’d awakened with a jolt two hours earlier, her mind instantly buzzing with a rerun of the afternoon meeting with her sup... A compassionate guide to transforming anger into understanding, best for readers open to mindfulness and gentle, reflective practices.
Many people look for happiness outside themselves, but true happiness must come from inside of us. Our culture tells us that happiness comes from having a lot of money, a lot of power, and a high posi...- #4
Save:The Mind Map Book by Barry Buzan and Tony Buzan introduces the concept of Radiant Thinking and Mind Maps, highlighting how it can enhance creativity, memory, concentration, thinking skills, and study skills. The book delves into the idea that developing skills in areas where one is weak can strengthen the whole brain, leading to a more comprehensive and efficient thought process. It emphasizes the external expression of Radiant Thinking through Mind Maps, which radiate from a central image and create branching patterns of association, representing a multi-dimensional reality encompassing space, time, and color.
The book is a classic and practical guide that not only explains the concept of Mind Mapping but also provides detailed instructions on how to apply Radiant Thinking in various intellectual tasks such as decision making, note-taking, creative thinking, and improving memory and imagination. It combines a mix of theoretical concepts about brain functions and practical applications of Mind Maps, making it a valuable resource for individuals looking to enhance their cognitive abilities and organizational skills.
A super approachable, feel-good guide to a more mindful and intentional life - perfect for self-help newbies, or anyone seeking clarity and a fresh perspective, but veteran readers may find it a bit repetitive or derivative.
Not only is our self-image tied up in how we think others see us, but most of our efforts at self-improvement are really just us trying to meet that imagined ideal. If we think someone we admire sees...- #6
Save:A warm, relatable guide to making peace with your mind and living more meaningfully, The Happiness Trap stands out from cookie-cutter self-help. Give it a go - especially if you want real skills over feel-good fluff.
What’s the last line of every fairytale? You got it: ‘...and they lived happily every after.’ And it’s not just fairytales that have happy endings. How about Hollywood movies? Don’t they nearly always... - #7
Save:True Refuge by Tara Brach is a book that offers specific examples on how to apply the Buddha's teachings to daily life. The author shares her own struggles, making her teachings relatable to readers. The book provides suggested ways for individuals to find what works best for themselves, rather than offering definitive answers.
The book discusses themes of finding inner peace, mindfulness, and self-awareness. It includes meditations at the end of each chapter and draws upon personal stories and experiences to illustrate key points. True Refuge is described as a companion for life, offering practical guidance on how to navigate through suffering and find love and joy in the present moment.
Ah, not to be cut off, not through the slightest partition shut out from the law of the stars. The inner—what is it? if not intensified sky, hurled through with birds and deep with the winds of homeco... - #8
Save:A thorough, evidence-based toolkit for understanding and managing anxiety. Most helpful when you work through the exercises, but not a magic wand. Worth it for anyone committed to making real progress in their mental health journey.
A fundamental truth about self-esteem is that it needs to come from within. When self-esteem is low, the deficiency creates a feeling of emptiness that you may try to fill by latching on—often compuls... A beginner-friendly, practical guide to meditation with warm wisdom - just check (or Google) for guided meditation access!
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Save:'Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World' by Mark Williams, Danny Penman, and Jon Kabat-Zinn is described as a life-changing guide that offers practical advice and techniques for incorporating mindfulness into daily life. Readers praise the book for its structured eight-week program, which includes guided meditations and mindfulness exercises. is commended for helping individuals to cultivate self-compassion, break bad habits, face fears, and appreciate the present moment. Through personal experiences shared by readers, the book is portrayed as a transformative tool in overcoming anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
Can you remember the last time you lay in bed wrestling with your thoughts? You desperately wanted your mind to become calm, to just be quiet, so that you could get some sleep. But whatever you tried...
