Mindfulness for Surviving Life's Challenges
Mindfulness for Surviving Life's Challenges

Author: Courtney Sunday

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2019-11-19

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 1510746773

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Mindfulness can be one of the most potent antidotes to suffering. There is no better example of moment-to-moment awareness than when you are in pain. Mindfulness for Surviving Life’s Challenges is a book of mindfulness exercises to help you feel less alone, to make you laugh, and to remind you that although you may not be able to leave your pain behind you, you can give yourself empowering tools to move forward. This book offers fifty meditations divided into two sections: one to see you through the period of deep physical or emotional pain and the other for when you are ready to move forward with your new normal. Included are meditations for: When You Can’t Do the Things You Used to Do When You Feel Isolated When You Don’t Recognize Yourself Anymore When You Can Imagine Getting Better When Smiling Becomes the Norm Rather Than the Exception When You Remember Who You Are (And Who You Were) Courtney Sunday writes from the lens of her own pain journey as a mindfulness expert and truth teller to show us that even if pain is present in the body, we can still find a way to free our minds.

Mindfulness Skills for Trauma and PTSD: Practices for Recovery and Resilience
Mindfulness Skills for Trauma and PTSD: Practices for Recovery and Resilience

Author: Rachel Goldsmith Turow

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2017-02-28

Total Pages: 413

ISBN-13: 0393711277

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How mindfulness can help trauma survivors move to places of healing. Trauma touches every life, but the way that we hold our pain makes a difference. Mindfulness Skills for Trauma and PTSD provides user-friendly descriptions of the many facets of traumatic stress alongside evidence-based strategies to manage trauma symptoms and build new strengths. This book is a valuable resource for trauma survivors, health professionals, researchers, mindfulness practitioners, and others seeking new pathways to recovery and resilience. It is normal to feel anxious or depressed after trauma, and to have upsetting thoughts and memories. Instead of fighting our feelings and blaming ourselves for what are actually common responses to trauma, mindfulness practices can help us tolerate and decrease distress, cultivate kindness towards ourselves and others, make wise choices, navigate attention, improve relationships, and relax—capacities that reduce trauma symptoms and advance our overall well-being. Practicing the small stuff can help us with the big stuff. As we learn to notice our breathing, walking, minor frustrations or daily activities with curiosity and care, we build inner resources to skillfully handle past trauma, as well as current and future challenges. Mindfulness practices can transform self-blame into self-respect and self-compassion. We can also match specific mindfulness skills to particular trauma symptoms. For example, “grounding” with the five senses can help us when we feel overwhelmed or spaced out, and loving-kindness meditation can alleviate self-criticism. With this book, you will explore scientifically supported mindfulness practices, plus “In their own words” sections that illustrate the skills with personal stories demonstrating how mindfulness practices have helped others recover from trauma. “Research highlight” sections showcase fascinating scientific studies that form the basis for the book's approaches. As we practice effective strategies to handle a full range of experiences, we can each find new sources of hope, connection, and peace.

Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing
Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing

Author: David A. Treleaven

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2018-02-13

Total Pages: 221

ISBN-13: 0393709795

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"[A] rare combination of solid scholarship, clinically useful methods, and passionate advocacy for those who have suffered trauma." —Rick Hanson, PhD, author of Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom From elementary schools to psychotherapy offices, mindfulness meditation is an increasingly mainstream practice. At the same time, trauma remains a fact of life: the majority of us will experience a traumatic event in our lifetime, and up to 20% of us will develop posttraumatic stress. This means that anywhere mindfulness is being practiced, someone in the room is likely to be struggling with trauma. At first glance, this appears to be a good thing: trauma creates stress, and mindfulness is a proven tool for reducing it. But the reality is not so simple. Drawing on a decade of research and clinical experience, psychotherapist and educator David Treleaven shows that mindfulness meditation—practiced without an awareness of trauma—can exacerbate symptoms of traumatic stress. Instructed to pay close, sustained attention to their inner world, survivors can experience flashbacks, dissociation, and even retraumatization. This raises a crucial question for mindfulness teachers, trauma professionals, and survivors everywhere: How can we minimize the potential dangers of mindfulness for survivors while leveraging its powerful benefits? Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness offers answers to this question. Part I provides an insightful and concise review of the histories of mindfulness and trauma, including the way modern neuroscience is shaping our understanding of both. Through grounded scholarship and wide-ranging case examples, Treleaven illustrates the ways mindfulness can help—or hinder—trauma recovery. Part II distills these insights into five key principles for trauma-sensitive mindfulness. Covering the role of attention, arousal, relationship, dissociation, and social context within trauma-informed practice, Treleaven offers 36 specific modifications designed to support survivors’ safety and stability. The result is a groundbreaking and practical approach that empowers those looking to practice mindfulness in a safe, transformative way.

Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery
Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery

Author: Linda Carlson

Publisher: New Harbinger Publications

Published: 2011-02-03

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 1608822354

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A Mind-Body Approach to Healing If you have received a cancer diagnosis, you know that the hundreds of questions and concerns you have about what's to come can be as stressful as the cancer treatment itself. But research shows that if you mentally prepare yourself to handle cancer treatment by getting stress and anxiety under control, you can improve your quality of life and become an active participant in your own recovery. Created by leading psychologists specializing in oncology, the Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery program is based on mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), a therapeutic combination of mindfulness meditation and gentle yoga now offered to cancer survivors and their loved ones in hundreds of medical centers, hospitals, and clinics worldwide. Let this book be your guide as you let go of fear and focus on getting well. With this eight-week program, you'll learn to: • Use proven MBSR skills during your treatment and recovery • Boost your immune function through meditation and healing yoga • Calm feelings of fear, uncertainty, and lack of control • Mindfully manage difficult symptoms and side effects • Discover your own capacity for healing and thriving after adversity

Strategies for Overcoming Life's Challenges
Strategies for Overcoming Life's Challenges

Author: C. P. Kumar

Publisher: C. P. Kumar

Published:

Total Pages: 85

ISBN-13:

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"Strategies for Overcoming Life's Challenges" embarks on a transformative journey through the intricate landscapes of human existence. Beginning with existential inquiries about life's meaning and mortality, it navigates the complexities of societal expectations and cultural norms, empowering individuals to cultivate self-identity and confidence. Delving into stress management, mindfulness, and addiction recovery, the book extends compassion to those healing from trauma, abuse, loss, and grief. It illuminates strategies for resilient relationships, family dynamics, and embracing change, while also offering insights into work-life balance, career development, financial management, and navigating health crises. Culminating in reflections on spiritual growth and inner peace, this book serves as a beacon of hope, urging readers to confront fear and uncertainty with courage, resilience, and profound self-discovery.

Mindfulness and the Big Questions
Mindfulness and the Big Questions

Author: Ben Irvine

Publisher: Leaping Hare Press

Published: 2017-10-15

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 1782404309

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Why am I here? What does it all mean? These are questions we all ask ourselves at some point. This book offers an enlightening approach to these universal conundrums.

Mindfulness for Life
Mindfulness for Life

Author: Oli Doyle

Publisher: Orion

Published: 2015-08-13

Total Pages: 169

ISBN-13: 140916067X

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Take a break from your mind and step into the present moment with MINDFULNESS FOR LIFE. Mindfulness is more than a set of tools to help manage the stresses of life; it's also about enhancing your overall wellbeing. In MINDFULNESS FOR LIFE, mindfulness teacher Oli Doyle shows you how living in the present moment can help in all areas of your life, including work, relationships, family life, creativity, memory and decision-making. Unlike many mindfulness books, Oli deconstructs the practice into everyday language. The easy-to-follow plan is broken down into six-week segments, with each week focused on a basic mindfulness principle. This book is also accompanied by daily online exercises to help your mind work more effectively and build your confidence.

The Art of Breathing
The Art of Breathing

Author: Danny Penman

Publisher: Conari Press

Published: 2018-03-01

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1633410897

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Publisher’s Note: This title is now available under a new edition, The Art of Breathing ISBN 9781642970425. This edition will include a new afterword by Mark Williams, author of Mindfulness. International bestselling author Dr. Danny Penman provides a concise guide to letting go, finding peace, and practicing mindfulness in a messy world, simply by taking the time to breathe. With these simple exercises he teaches you how to dissolve anxiety, stress, and unhappiness, enhance your mind, and unleash your creativity. You will start to smile more, worry less, and with each little moment of mindfulness, discover a happier, calmer you. It really is as easy as breathing. All you need is a chair, a body, some air, and your mind. That's it!

A Year of Daily Meditation: 365 Lessons on Life, Love, and Mindfulness
A Year of Daily Meditation: 365 Lessons on Life, Love, and Mindfulness

Author:

Publisher: Nick Tsai

Published:

Total Pages: 439

ISBN-13:

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"Previously published as 365 Days Of Mindfulness : Daily Meditations by Jaime Wishstone" Embark on a transformative journey with "A Year of Daily Meditation: 365 Lessons on Life, Love, and Mindfulness", a daily guide designed to inspire and enrich your life. This book offers: Daily Inspiration: Discover a unique quote and practical life tip each day to guide your thoughts and actions. Mindfulness and Meditation: Learn simple and effective techniques for incorporating mindfulness and meditation into your daily routine. Positive Mindset: Cultivate positivity, embrace life's challenges, and learn to appreciate the present moment. Personal Growth and Self-Improvement: Engage in personal development through setting goals, developing good habits, and investing in knowledge. Stress Relief and Mental Health: Find strategies to manage stress, improve mental well-being, and maintain focus in a hectic world. Connection and Relationships: Understand the importance of building meaningful connections, and explore the power of gratitude and forgiveness. Manifesting Your Desires: Learn the art of manifesting success, health, and happiness through positive thinking and intentional actions. Self-Love and Confidence: Boost your self-esteem and confidence by embracing self-acceptance and self-awareness. "365 Days of Mindfulness: Daily Meditation" is more than a book; it's a year-long companion for anyone on a journey towards a more mindful, balanced, and fulfilling life.

Don't Just Survive, Thrive
Don't Just Survive, Thrive

Author: Kashif Ahmed

Publisher: Kashif Ahmed

Published:

Total Pages: 123

ISBN-13:

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"Don't Just Survive, Thrive: Strategies for Resilience" is a transformative guide that empowers individuals to not only weather life's storms but to emerge stronger and more resilient, this book is a roadmap to cultivating a resilient mindset and adopting practical strategies that go beyond mere survival, guiding readers toward a thriving life, no matter the challenges they face. Drawing on psychological research, personal anecdotes, and real-world examples, Author explores the principles of resilience and provides actionable insights to help readers navigate adversity with grace and strength. From developing a positive mindset to building a support network and embracing change, this book is a comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to not just endure challenges but to flourish in the face of them. Key Topics Explored: 1. Mindset Mastery: Uncover the power of a resilient mindset and learn how to cultivate a positive outlook even in the most challenging circumstances. 2. Adaptability and Flexibility: Embrace change as an opportunity for growth and develop the flexibility needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. 3. Building Strong Foundations: Explore the importance of a solid support network, fostering meaningful connections, and seeking help when needed. 4. Emotional Intelligence: Develop emotional resilience and learn to manage stress, anxiety, and other emotions effectively. 5. Goal Setting and Purpose: Set meaningful goals that align with personal values, providing a sense of direction and purpose during difficult times. 6. Self-Care Practices: Prioritize self-care as an essential component of resilience, discovering techniques that nurture physical, mental, and emotional well-being. 7. Overcoming Obstacles: Confront and overcome obstacles with courage and resilience, turning challenges into opportunities for personal and professional growth. 8. Mindfulness and Presence: Cultivate mindfulness to stay present in the moment, fostering a sense of calm and focus amidst life's uncertainties. 9. Gratitude and Positivity: Harness the transformative power of gratitude and positivity to reframe challenges and find silver linings in difficult situations. 10. Learning from Setbacks: Develop resilience by learning from setbacks, failures, and mistakes, using them as stepping stones toward future success.