The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook broke new ground when it was first published in 1980, detailing easy, step-by-step techniques for calming the body and mind in an increasingly overstimulated world. Now in its sixth edition, this workbook, highly regarded by therapists and their clients, remains the go-to source for stress reduction strategies that can be incorporated into even the busiest lives.

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Two years have passed since their friend Andy's death, and the Eight is still struggling to cope with their loss. In an attempt to give the group some time to reconnect with one another, remember their friend, and reflect on the last two years, Marie decides that a relaxing couple's getaway is just what they need before the craziness of the holiday season begins. When their large cabin in the woods turns out to be more rundown than rustic, though,...

If you are stressed, then take this opportunity to learn techniques that will change your life. On this audiobook you will find relaxation exercises that have been shown to be effective in reducing and managing the symptoms of stress and anxiety. To make learning simple, clear instructions are provided before each exercise. Use the seven simple, yet powerful techniques to experience relaxation every day. By repeated practice of the exercises, you...

"In a story designed to lull children to sleep with a variety of breathing and relaxation exercises, Mama Bird leads a journey to the magical Forest of Dreams"--

"The Dutch people are some of the happiest in the world. Their secret? They are masters of niksen, or the art of doing nothing"-- Niksen is not a form of meditation, or is it a state of laziness or boredom. To niks is to make a conscious choice to sit back, let go, and do nothing at all. Mecking shows readers how to take a break from all the busyness-- with heartfelt permission to do nothing. -- adapted from back cover.

From The Books Back Cover: This simple, straightforward, yet powerful guide can help you- just as it has already helped hundreds of thousands of readers since its initial publication twenty-five years ago- reap the profound rewards of meditation. Outlining an easy-to-follow and realistic approach that enables you to bring meditation effortlessly into your life, not matter how great the demands on your time. How to Meditate is an unrivaled source of...

The Ornish Diet has been named the “#1 best diet for heart disease” by U.S. News & World Report for seven consecutive years!
Dr. Dean Ornish is the first clinician to offer documented proof that heart disease can be halted, or even reversed, simply by changing your lifestyle. Based on his internationally acclaimed scientific study, which has now been ongoing for years, Dr. Ornish's program has yielded amazing...

Presents field recordings of natural sounds blended with music.

In an effort to discover the value of daydreaming and leisure, the author sets out on a journey that will take her to the homes of people who famously wasted time daydreaming but were better for it, including Gregor Mendel.