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High functioning : how to overcome your hidden depression and reclaim your joy / by Joseph, Judith,author.; Robbins, Mel,writer of foreword.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Many of us experience periods in our lives when something feels "off": when we struggle to find joy in happy moments, feel pessimistic about the future, and take little pleasure in things we used to enjoy. On the surface, we might be good at pretending we're doing fine-we are motivated and productive at work, pulling our weight at home, and conducting a normal social life-but behind that façade we are barely surviving, and certainly not thriving. We're all familiar with what depression can look like-but there's another, lesser known face to this illness. High functioning depression (HFD) doesn't conform to the image of depression that typically comes to mind: someone who is deeply sad and finds it hard to get out of bed in the morning. As a result, people with HFD often have no idea why they are suffering, or what to do about it. Drawing on original research, client cases, and her personal experience with HFD, Dr. Judith empowers readers with five simple tools to reclaim their lives from this poorly understood condition. By following her Her 5 V's--validation, venting, values, vision, and vitals--we can wake up happier, become more satisfied in our relationships, and regain joy in the present while looking forward to tomorrow.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Depression, Mental.; Depression, Mental; Depressed persons.;

I know i should exercise, but... : 44 reasons we don't move and how to get over them / by Hill, Diana(Psychotherapist),author.; Bowman, Katy,author.;
"An engaging guide for expanding your psychological flexibility to get your body moving more, using the powerful tools of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Whether your internal barrier is born of fear, malaise, inertia, embarrassment, or difficulty managing competing priorities, you will learn how to disempower it by applying tools from behavioral neuroscience, self-compassion and the core processes of ACT-including mindfulness, acceptance, and cognitive defusion. You'll learn to identify your resistance-whether it's an unhelpful thought, a misplaced motivation, or a contextual barrier-and respond wisely and effectively. And you'll learn how thinking about movement differently can help you overcome external barriers, too"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Acceptance and commitment therapy.; Body image.; Exercise; Motivation (Psychology); Movement education.; Physical fitness; Self-care, Health; Time management.;

This one wild and precious life : the path back to connection in a fractured world / by Wilson, Sarah,1974-author.;
Will you sleep through the revolution? Or do you want to wake up and reclaim your one, wild and precious life? From New York Times bestselling author Sarah Wilson comes a spiritual guidebook for surviving and thriving during challenging times. Many of us are living with the sense that things are not right with the world, as global problems like the pandemic, the climate crisis, political polarization, and social injustice mount, leaving us in a state of spiritual PTSD. We have retreated, morally and psychologically; we are experiencing a crisis of disconnection--from one another, from our true values, from joy, and from life as we feel we are meant to be living it. Sarah Wilson argues that this sense of despair and disconnection is ironically what unites us--that deep down, we are all feeling that same itch for a new way of living. This One Wild and Precious Life opens our eyes to how we got here and offers a radically hopeful path forward. Drawing on science, literature, philosophy and the wisdom of some of the world's leading experts, and her personal journey, Wilson weaves a one-of-a-kind narrative that lights the way back to the life we love. En route, she shows us how to wake up and reconnect with life with "wild practices."
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Environmental psychology.; Nature and civilization.; Quality of life.; Loneliness.; Solitude.; Social isolation.; Social change.; Alienation (Social psychology); Self-realization.; Self-actualization (Psychology);

Big deck energy : the life-changing wisdom of tarot / by Dyan, Lori,author.;
"Are you ready to have a conversation with your soul? Big Deck Energy is the ultimate guide to unlock your intuition, discover what's possible, and create the life of your dreams using tarot. Tarot tells the story of you. Every lesson, challenge, or opportunity can be highlighted, guided, or informed through tarot. The cards are your map on the path to self-discovery. They help you see situations with clarity, make tough decisions with ease, and overcome obstacles smoothly as you step into your potential. For over thirty years, Lori Dyan has taught thousands of people to read tarot cards using her proven method -- now it's your turn. Most self-help books have connections to the messages of tarot, but these have never been presented together until now. In Big Deck Energy, Lori uses practical guidance to demystify the ancient language of the cards, demonstrating how tarot can help you understand the world and your place in it. You'll learn Lori's modern interpretations along with Tarot 101 explanations, as well as how to ask questions, work with spreads, and create a dialogue with your deck. A unique hybrid of tarot how-to and spiritual self-help, Big Deck Energy is for tarot newbies, seasoned pros, or anyone who is trying to figure out life"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Self-actualization (Psychology); Tarot cards.; Tarot.;

Grow the f*ck up : how to be an adult and get treated like one / by Knight, Sarah(Freelance editor),author.;
"Whether you're freshly of-age or you've been at this adulting gig for a while and haven't quite gotten the hang of it, this collection of practical, no-nonsense advice from bestselling author Sarah Knight will help you achieve your ideal grown-up form-and reap the rewards. Putting her sweary, hilarious twist on classic parental decrees like "Stop whining" and "Go clean up that mess!," Sarah teaches you essential life skills-like effectively communicating your needs and taking accountability for your actions-and then how to use those skills to turn grown-up responsibilities into daily opportunities for increased happiness, satisfaction, and success. Packed with tips, strategies, and hundreds of real-life examples of adulting wisely and well, Grow the F*ck Up is the perfect read for anyone-at any age-looking to become more independent, resourceful, and self-sufficient, and have lots of fun along the way."--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Adulthood.; Conduct of life.; Self-help techniques.; Young adults;

The only constant : a guide to embracing change and leading an authentic life / by Zebian, Najwa,author.;
"A profound guide to navigating change and embracing the journey as your authentic self, from the bestselling author of Welcome Home. Most people want something in their life to change, whether it's their job, their personal relationships, or their ability to live authentically. And sometimes, unwanted change comes all too swiftly. We may want to jump over the hard, confusing parts, but true growth happens in that uncomfortable space in between here and there. In Change Is Life, celebrated poet and educator Najwa Zebian quiets the noise and focuses on the necessity and beauty of those messy transitional times in life. Zebian assures us that it's okay to be a person-in-progress. This is a tender and wise guide to accepting yourself as you are now, embracing impermanence, and celebrating the fact that change is what puts the life in life. Written with poetic wisdom, Zebian shares her personal experiences with change (for example, rejecting her culture's definition of what constitutes a "good woman" so that she could live more honestly). She guides us through the changes we choose, like embarking on a new career or setting boundaries, and changes we don't choose, like the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a job. Ultimately, Zebian teaches that the purpose of change is to step into the world as your most authentic self. Change Is Life is here to assure us that uncertainty is natural. Change is scary. But it's the path to living as your true self. We may be in the in-between, but that journey is just as beautiful as the destination."--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Change (Psychology); Self-acceptance.; Self-actualization (Psychology);

Big potential : how transforming the pursuit of success raises our achievement, happiness, and well-being / by Achor, Shawn,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage reveals why our potential is not limited by what we on our own can achieve; rather, our success is amplified by the successes of those around us. He offers five strategies for exponentially raising our achievement and performance by helping others--colleagues, teams, and employees--be better. For decades, we have thought about potential as being a constellation of individual traits: your creativity, your abilities, your intelligence. But new research shows that this version of potential--what Achor calls Small Potential--is deeply flawed, and places a ceiling on the level of success we can achieve. Because we now know that all these traits are in fact interconnected, and that by pursuing success individually, we have been leaving much of our potential untapped. Big Potential works not in isolation, but rather as part of an ecosystem. So when we help those around us succeed, we not only raise the performance of the group, but we also create a virtuous cycle by which we in turn become more successful ourselves. Drawing on cutting-edge original research as well as his work with executives, educators, and leaders around the globe, Achor shows how we can all lift the ceiling on our potential by helping others realize theirs"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Leadership.; Motivation (Psychology); Creative ability.; Success.;

Lean out : a meditation on the madness of modern life / by Henley, Tara,author.;
In 2016, journalist Tara Henley was at the top of her game working in Canadian media. She had traveled the world, from Soweto to Bangkok and Borneo to Brooklyn, interviewing authors and community leaders, politicians and Hollywood celebrities. But when she started getting chest pains at her desk in the newsroom, none of that seemed to matter. The health crisis--not cardiac, it turned out, but anxiety--forced her to step off the media treadmill and examine her life and the stressful twenty-first century world around her. Henley was not alone; North America was facing an epidemic of lifestyle-related health problems. And yet, the culture was continually celebrating the elite few who thrived in the always-on work world, those who perpetually leaned in. Henley realized that if we wanted innovative solutions to the wave of burnout and stress-related illness, it was time to talk to those who had leaned out. Part memoir, part travelogue, and part investigation, Lean Out tracks Henley's journey from the heart of the connected city to the fringe communities that surround it. From early retirement enthusiasts in urban British Columbia to moneyless men in rural Ireland, Henley uncovers a parallel track in which everyday citizens are quietly dropping out of the mainstream and reclaiming their lives from overwork. Underlying these disparate movements is a rejection of consumerism, a growing appetite for social contribution, and a quest for meaningful connection in this era of extreme isolation and loneliness. As she connects the dots between anxiety and overwork, Henley confronts the biggest issues of our time.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Henley, Tara; Journalists; Job stress.; Conduct of life.; Happiness.; Anxiety.;

The next day : transitions, change, and moving forward / by Gates, Melinda,1964-author.;
In a rare window into some of her life's pivotal moments, Melinda French Gates draws from previously untold stories to offer a new perspective on encountering transitions. Transitions are moments in which we step out of our familiar surroundings and into a new landscape--a space that, for many people, is shadowed by confusion, fear, and indecision. The Next Day accompanies readers as they cross that space, offering guidance on how to make the most of the time between an ending and a new beginning and how to move forward into the next day when the ground beneath you is shifting. In this book, Melinda will reflect, for the first time in print, on some of the most significant transitions in her own life, including becoming a parent, the death of a dear friend, and her departure from the Gates Foundation. The stories she tells illuminate universal lessons about loosening the bonds of perfectionism, helping friends navigate times of crisis, embracing uncertainty, and more. Each one of us, no matter who we are or where we are in life, is headed toward transitions of our own. With her signature warmth and grace, Melinda candidly shares stories of times when she was in need of wisdom and shines a path through the open space stretching out before us all.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Self-actualization (Psychology); Life change events.;

Living well with OCD : practical strategies for improving your daily life / by Abramowitz, Jonathan S.,author.;
"Over decades, noted authority Jonathan S. Abramowitz has helped thousands of people harness their courage and determination--plus science-based treatment strategies--to overcome obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Yet he has also seen the ripple effects of the disorder in daily life, no matter where an individual is in their recovery journey. This book provides problem-solving strategies and support that people prone to OCD can turn to any time, any place. Short, engaging chapters offer keys to navigating important relationships, structuring everyday routines, enhancing productivity, coping with intrusive thoughts and urges, developing self-compassion, and much more. Including clear steps to follow and downloadable practical tools, Living Well is an ideal stand-alone resource or complement to the author's comprehensive self-help workbook, Getting Over OCD, Second Edition."--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Obsessive-compulsive disorder.; Obsessive-compulsive disorder;

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