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The Unexpected Joy Of The Ordinary
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Author : Catherine Gray
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2019-12-26
The Unexpected Joy Of The Ordinary written by Catherine Gray and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-12-26 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
**FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR** 'Life-affirming' - THE TELEGRAPH 'Wonderful' - INDEPENDENT 'She made it her mission to learn how to be default happy rather than default disgruntled' - RADIO 4 - WOMAN'S HOUR 'Take a leaf out of Gray's book and be kinder to yourself by appreciating life just as it is' - IRISH TIMES 'This book came to me in an hour of need - during lockdown when I had to focus on the positive, appreciate simple things, not lose my shit, and value each day. It was a pure joy for me and held my hand' - SADIE FROST 'Interesting and joyful. Lights a path that could help us to build resilience against society's urging to compare life milestones with peers' - LANCET PSYCHIATRY Underwhelmed by your ordinary existence? Disillusioned with your middlin' wage, average body, 'bijou' living situation and imperfect loved ones? Welcome to the club. There are billions of us. The 'default disenchanted'. But, it's not us being brats. Two deeply inconvenient psychological phenomenons conspire against our satisfaction. We have negatively-biased brains, which zoom like doom-drones in on what's wrong with our day, rather than what's right. (Back in the mists of time, this negative bias saved our skins, but now it just makes us anxious). Also, something called the 'hedonic treadmill' means we eternally quest for better, faster, more, like someone stuck on a dystopian, never-ending treadmill. Thankfully, there are scientifically-proven ways in which we can train our brains to be more positive-seeking. And to take a rest from this tireless pursuit. Whew. Catherine Gray knits together illuminating science and hilarious storytelling, unveiling captivating research showing that big bucks don't mean big happiness, extraordinary experiences have a 'comedown' and budget weddings predict a lower chance of divorce. She reminds us what an average body actually is, reveals that exercising for weight loss means we do less exercise, and explores the modern tendency to not just try to keep up with the Murphys, but keep up with the Mega-Murphies (see: the social media elite). Come on in to this soulful and life-affirming read, to discover why an ordinary life may well be the most satisfying one of all.
The Unexpected Joy Of Being Sober Journal
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Author : Catherine Gray
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2018-12-27
The Unexpected Joy Of Being Sober Journal written by Catherine Gray and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-27 with Self-Help categories.
The guided sobriety journal Ever sworn off alcohol for a month and found yourself drinking by the 7th? Think there's 'no point' in just one drink? Welcome! Quitting drinking, whether for a month or for life, is enormously satisfying, but also fiendishly difficult. -There's the getting started ('But I have that party next week!') -There's the feeling clenched and socially anxious. -Throw in a sizeable amount of social pressure and suspicious questions ('So, do you have a drinking problem?' -Finally, chuck in the hundreds of pro-drinking messages we see every day; films where a round of shots always comes with a whoop; fridge magnets that say 'I don't trust people who don't drink'; pub clapboards announcing 'Strong people need strong drinks'; and memes declaring 'Beer: it's a holiday in a glass.' Whew. It's no wonder we find it tricky to stay teetotal. But don't worry. We're going to tackle all of the above. I'm going to give you tools that enable you to clear all of these stumbling blocks with the grace of a gazelle. So, let's get started, shall we? PRAISE FOR CATHERINE GRAY'S WRITING: "An icon of the Quit Lit movement." - Condé Nast Traveller "Fascinating." - Bryony Gordon. "Not remotely preachy." - The Times "Jaunty, shrewd and convincing." - The Telegraph "Admirably honest, light, bubbly and remarkably rarely annoying." - The Guardian "Truthful, modern and real." - Stylist "Brave, witty and brilliantly written." - Marie Claire "Haunting, admirable and enlightening." - The Pool 'No other author writes about sober living with as much warmth or emotional range as Catherine Gray. Her deep insight into the subtle psychologies of drinking, and of life, means that everything she writes is both utterly relatable and stretches our minds. Hers is a rare wisdom.' - Dr Richard Piper, CEO, Alcohol Change UK
Sunshine Warm Sober
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Author : Catherine Gray
language : en
Publisher: Aster
Release Date : 2022-12-20
Sunshine Warm Sober written by Catherine Gray and has been published by Aster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-20 with categories.
The new book from Catherine Gray - icon of the Quit Lit movement and author of The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober "Stone cold sober." As the millions who choose to stay sober now know, the propaganda around drinking and sobriety is wonky. Sober doesn't feel stony, or cold. Retired wreckhead Catherine Gray, author of surprise bestseller The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober, is now in her eighth sober year and has learned a damn sight more. This hotly anticipated sequel enlists the help of experts and case studies, turning a curious, playful gaze onto provocative questions. Is alcohol a parenting aid? Why are booze and cocaine such a horse and carriage? Once an addict, always an addict? How do you feel safe - from alcohol, others and yourself - in sobriety? Whether you're a dedicated boozehound, flirting with teetotalling, or already sober, this witty, gritty read may just change how you think about alcohol forever. Praise for The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober: "Brave, witty and brilliantly written" - Marie Claire "Gray's tale of going sober is uplifting and inspiring" - Evening Standard "Admirably honest, light, bubbly and remarkably rarely annoying" - Guardian "An empathetic, warm and hilarious tale from a hugely likeable human" - The Lancet Psychiatry
The Extraordinary Gift Of Being Ordinary
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Author : Ronald D. Siegel
language : en
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Release Date : 2021-12-09
The Extraordinary Gift Of Being Ordinary written by Ronald D. Siegel and has been published by Guilford Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-09 with Psychology categories.
"Did I sound stupid?" "Should I have sent that email?" "How do I look?" Many of us spend a lot of time feeling self-conscious and comparing ourselves to others. Why do we judge ourselves so relentlessly? Why do we strive so hard to be special or successful, or to avoid feeling rejected? When psychologist and mindfulness expert Dr. Ronald Siegel realized that he, as well as most of his clients, was caught in a cycle of endless self-evaluation, he decided to do something about it. This engaging, empowering guide sheds light on this very human habit--and explains how to break it. Through illuminating stories and exercises, practical tools (which you can download and print for repeated use), and guided meditations with accompanying audio downloads, Dr. Siegel invites you to stop obsessing so much about how you measure up. Instead, by accepting the extraordinary gift of being ordinary, you can build stronger connections with others and get more joy out of life.
Joyful
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Author : Ingrid Fetell Lee
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2018-09-06
Joyful written by Ingrid Fetell Lee and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-06 with Self-Help categories.
'This book has the power to change everything' Susan Cain, author of Quiet In this groundbreaking book, designer Ingrid Fetell Lee explores how making small changes to your surroundings can create extraordinary happiness in your life. Drawing on insights from neuroscience and psychology, she reveals how the seemingly mundane spaces and objects we interact with every day have surprising effects on our mood and how we can harness the power of our environment to live fuller, healthier and more joyful lives. 'An inexhaustible and exciting guide to what makes life good' Arianna Huffington 'This mesmerizing book will open your eyes to all the places where joy is hiding in plain sight' Adam Grant, bestselling author of Think Again
God Moments
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Author : Andy Otto
language : en
Publisher: Ave Maria Press
Release Date : 2017-04-07
God Moments written by Andy Otto and has been published by Ave Maria Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-07 with Religion categories.
Where do you seek God? Are you waiting for him to appear in a monumental, life-altering event? In God Moments, Catholic blogger Andy Otto shows you how to discover the unexpected beauty of God’s presence in the story of ordinary things and in everyday routines like preparing breakfast or walking in the woods. Drawing on the Ignatian principles of awareness, prayer, and discernment, Otto will help you discover the transforming power of God’s presence in your life and better understand your place in the world. Andy Otto found God’s presence in surprising moments during his life—when, as a Jesuit scholastic, he taught children in Jamaica and also as he discerned the call to marriage with his wife. By combining elements of Ignatian spirituality with the lessons that came from his experiences, Otto identified three practices that helped him find God in all things: Awareness—Gain an understanding that God is present in the ordinary messiness of our lives such as battle with depression or sharing in the struggle of a friend. Prayer—Develop a prayer life using Ignatian practices such as asking for a morning grace and examining how your prayer was answered at the end of the day. That way you can focus on a personal relationship with God that finds everyday physical activities such as making a meal as an opportunity to talk to him. Discernment—The more you are aware of God’s presence and draw closer to him in prayer, the better you can learn how to plug into God’s narrative of the world in a way that enables you to participate in the divine story through the use of your gifts and talents. With God Moments as a guide, you’ll have a better understanding of how to seek personal wholeness in the reality of God’s presence in the ordinary and learn to accept his invitation to participate in his transformation of the world.
What Brings You Joy
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Author : Carol Fradkin
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2014-07-23
What Brings You Joy written by Carol Fradkin and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07-23 with categories.
A collection of over 350 responses to the simple question "What brings you JOY?", which was posed to people ages 6-97, with a wide variety of backgrounds, occupations, and challenges, who live in more than 30 US states and five other countries. Some of the responses are comical, some are touching, and many are sure to remind you and your loved ones of things which bring you joy. There are actually medical benefits to experiencing joy, as explained in the book's forward by Frank Boehm MD. This is a great book to lift someone's spirits and help them to experience more joy in their life!
Far Outside The Ordinary
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Author : Prissy Elrod
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2015-07-20
Far Outside The Ordinary written by Prissy Elrod and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-20 with Hospice care categories.
If anybody had told Prissy, a conservative Southern housewife, she would one day be driving around town with a stoned, drunk black man named Willie in her backseat while she begged--no, ordered--him into her house for the night, she would have told them they were nuts. But it happened. An emotionally honest account, Far Outside the Ordinary chronicles the period in Prissy's life when, during a routine physical, her fifty-year-old husband is given less than a year to live. Southern black caregivers move into her home and work around the clock to aid her family. Soon, Prissy finds herself a spectator in her own home, observing events far outside the boundaries of her once ordinary life. Far Outside the Ordinary is also a story of happily ever after, a romantic fairy tale. When her high school boyfriend reappears in her life, Prissy learns love has no expiration date. Sometimes a second chance at love can come disguised, and when least expected.
The Joy Of Hard Work
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Author : Paul Davies
language : en
Publisher: Athena PressPub Company
Release Date : 2006
The Joy Of Hard Work written by Paul Davies and has been published by Athena PressPub Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Business & Economics categories.
In the late 1980s Paul Davies arrived in London from North Wales with a guitar and 400 in cash. His aim was to be a millionaire by the age of forty, and now with ten properties to his name he's well on the way to achieving that goal. Here he shows that getting wealth can have a kind face. It's a fusion of Eastern and Western philosophy, and it's been achieved by years of study and practical application. Why The Joy of Hard Work? Well, we've had the joy of this and that, and Paul feels rightly that motivation, not titillation, is what most people need. In this he wisely includes those who have - or may one day have. Here then is a handbook towards happiness for those who are actively engaged in the business of life, written by someone who's had setbacks but has succeeded, both in retailing and in property. If life is like a jigsaw puzzle, this excellent book will help you put the pieces together."
Happy In My Heart
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Author : Nicole Dixon
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-05
Happy In My Heart written by Nicole Dixon and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05 with categories.
Children today are continuously focused on the latest and greatest label, or piece of technology for instant gratification. This book is a simple way to share with a child that special moments and memories, can fill their heart with happiness. Recognizing these moments that you experience in everyday life can create a sense of gratitude, peace and love inside.