Mental Physical Health

Abbey Curran was born with cerebral palsy, but early on she resolved never to let it limit her. Abbey made history when she became the first contestant with a disability to win a major beauty pageant. After earning the title of Miss Iowa, she went on to compete in Miss USA.

So, what exactly is mindfulness, and how can you put it into practice in your life? Mindfulness is a type of meditation or just being aware of the present moment. There are several types of meditation; however, we will concentrate on mindfulness meditation, which this author believes to be the most practical and pure meditative activity. Mindfulness entails actively participating in each moment as it unfolds while remaining fully aware of your current situation. When practicing mindfulness, life just exists in the Here and Now.

These fun and easy exercises from the best-selling Keep Your Brain Alive fight the effects of mental aging and keep the mind fit to meet any challenge. And now they are available on audio. Co-author Manning Rubin is your personal trainer, providing lively narration to guide you through the exercises.

If you're like millions of Americans, you get home from a long day with barely enough energy to lift the remote control. But with Laura Stack's comprehensive plan, you can regain your vitality in just three weeks. Let the Productivity Pro help you eliminate the "energy bandits" from all aspects of your life so you can start living in a way that will boost your energy.

Have you ever had intrusive, repetitive thoughts about a traumatizing event from the past? Do you feel like you could never live a normal life again? Do you no longer clearly remember what “before” looked and felt like? No matter if you are at work, with your family, or just out for a walk, without warning it just hits you and you can’t get rid of the awful images that have been controlling your daily life. But it’s not just your mind that is suffering. There is a direct correlation between your trauma and physical health conditions.

An award-winning scientist offers a groundbreaking new understanding of the mind-body connection and its profound impact on everything from advertising to romance. The human body is not just a passive device carrying out messages sent by the brain but rather an integral part of how we think and make decisions.

Are you tired of living a sluggish, frustrated, and unhealthy life? Does your mental or physical health come in the way of your life, keeping you from accomplishing what you need to? Did you know that these two pillars of your health can be supercharged in just 7 days? The Two Pillars Power Pack is the ultimate 2 In 1 collection to start you on your journey.

Do you battle digestive discomfort, low energy, or stubborn weight that won’t budge? Does your health seem to decline no matter what you try? Imagine waking up energized, clear-headed, and free from discomfort—just by harnessing the power of your gut. This all-in-one guide will help you supercharge your immune defenses, reclaim optimal weight, and maximize both physical and cognitive potential.

David Espinoza is tired of being messed with. When a video of him getting knocked down by a bully’s slap goes viral at the end of junior year, David vows to use the summer to bulk up - do what it takes to become a man - and wow everyone when school starts again the fall. Soon David is spending all his time and money at Iron Life, a nearby gym that’s full of bodybuilders. Frustrated with his slow progress, his life eventually becomes all about his muscle gains. As it says on the Iron Life wall, What does not kill me makes me stronger.

Have insomnia and other sleep problems been holding you hostage? Do you feel like it's impossible to operate at your full strength during the day because of your issues sleeping through the night? You are not alone!

Are you overwhelmed by the challenges of dementia caregiving? Struggling to find balance while supporting a loved one? Facing Dementia Care Together is your ultimate guide to transforming your caregiving journey—without sacrificing your mental health or personal well-being.

Discover the vital connection between diet and top athletic performance with Mental Toughness for Teen Athletes - Nutrition. This comprehensive resource, specifically designed for the nutritional needs of teen athletes, reveals how a well-planned diet enhances mental resilience and drives sports success.

This astonishing and enlightening book will radically change your mindset when it comes to how you approach fitness. This book was written for everyone who has tried diet and fitness plans but did not get the final results they desired. Release the Beast will give you the tools necessary to breathe new life into any nutrition and fitness plan. You will no longer be a victim of your past.

Western medicine plays a vital role in maintaining our health, but should it be our sole reliance? Many have experienced leaving a doctor's office with a little more than rest and Acetaminophen as the answer or felt frustration at the cost of pharmaceuticals. While these medicines are backed by research, humanity has relied on nature's remedies for centuries. Herbalism, the ancient practice of using plants for healing, is gaining renewed interest, with scientific support for its effectiveness.

Do you want to know what lucid dreams are and how to control them? So what is a lucid dream? According to studies, lucid dreams are any dream where you become aware that you are actually dreaming. Once you realize that you are in this state, your conscious can connect to the dream and allow you to do several things. Whether you want to fulfil a fantasy or explore your dream world, lucid dreaming allows just that.

Are you tired of restless nights, racing thoughts, and waking up feeling exhausted? Discover the ultimate solution to insomnia with Deep Sleep Hypnosis. This outstanding audiobook take you through an expert hypnosis session that will have you experiencing deep mental and physical relaxation, calming your mind, and effortlessly drifting into a rejuvenating sleep. Through soothing guidance and expertly crafted hypnosis techniques, you will release the stress and tension keeping you awake, allowing your body and mind to enter a state of profound restfulness.

From battling a devastating childhood illness to unearthing untold trauma, this healing memoir is one of resilience and transformation.

We spend a third of our lives in bed, but how much do we really understand about what happens when we go to sleep? What's the right amount? Why do we experience jet lag? Is snoring normal? Enter Dr. Meir Kryger, a world authority on the science of sleep, with a comprehensive guide to the science of slumber that combines detailed case studies and pragmatic advice.

Sight Unseen reveals the cultural and biological realities of race, gender, and sexual orientation from the perspective of the blind. Through 10 case studies and dozens of interviews, Ellyn Kaschak taps directly into the phenomenology of race, gender, and sexual orientation among individuals born blind, along with the everyday epistemology of vision. Kaschak's work reveals not only how the blind create systems of meaning out of cultural norms but also how cultural norms inform our conscious and unconscious interactions with others regardless of our physical ability to see. She exposes gender, race, and sexual orientation as unconscious and pre-verbal in the sighted, an aspect of implicit bias.

Your memories may just end up short-term...unless you know how to train your brain. Memory brain care is vitally important for all and with the right training and some easy brain exercises for adults, you can keep your memories, keep your brain healthy and young and make new, long-lasting ones - something research has shown to help anyone, no matter your age. From facts and faces to simple tasks and birthdays, boosting your memory ability is one of the first steps to improving your cognitive function.