Overcoming Self

Losing weight is partly about trusting our innate abilities, as we do when we ride a bicycle. Surely we cannot remember the fear we felt the first time we tried to ride a bike, but through putting in the effort, we managed to learn and automate the process. Well, the same goes for hypnosis and meditation—learning to suppress certain impulses will help us lose weight.

Do you hate your body? Are you deeply dissatisfied with your appearance, shape, or weight—so much so that you avoid looking at yourself in the mirror, avoid certain social situations, or dread having your photo taken? If so, you are not alone. Body dissatisfaction and even body hatred have reached epidemic levels in our culture—particularly for women and girls. But you don't have to live your life consumed by feelings of shame and self-hatred. This workbook offers a way out of the darkness.

Are you tired of feeling like a fraud in your professional life? Do you struggle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome? If so, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Mastering Overcoming Self-Doubt and Achieving Professionalism and Leadership Through Confidence Building and Personal Growth is the book for you.

Mental health tops the list of concerns for today's kids (and their parents). Keeping up with social trends is exhausting, and real-life friendships can feel risky and hard. Kids also have to contend with constant input from the digital world, which is all too often detrimental to their wellbeing. In this edition, Jennie Allen draws on the insights, truth, and experiences from her New York Times bestsellers Get Out of Your Head and Find Your People to offer a practical guide to help kids form positive habits and connections that are crucial to their mental and spiritual health.

This piece is not merely a recount of experiences but a navigational guide through the turbulent waters of interactions colored by narcissistic behaviors. It serves to illuminate the traits that define narcissism, the corrosive impact it can have on both the individual and their relationships, and aids in the tough decision-making process: to stay and weather the storm or to depart and seek calmer seas. Woven into the narrative is the gentle yet sturdy thread of faith, an unwavering testament to God's grace and the refusal to be isolated by such adversities.

A pioneering neuroscientist shares his story of growing up in one of Miami's toughest neighborhoods and how it led him to his groundbreaking work in drug addiction. As a youth, Carl Hart didn't realize the value of school; he studied just enough to stay on the basketball team. At the same time, he was immersed in street life. Today he is a cutting-edge neuroscientist - Columbia University's first tenured African American professor in the sciences.

Most of us believe when we're depressed that our situation is hopeless. That's a mistake, Dr. Elisha Goldstein reassures us in Uncovering Happiness. The secret to overcoming depression and uncovering happiness is in harnessing our brain's own natural antidepressant power and ultimately creating a more resilient antidepressant brain.

Relationship anxiety is one of the most common issues that couples face. It is typical for new and old relationships alike to be torn apart by insecurities and worries that each individual has. Anxious in Love helps you challenge your anxiety, and it helps you deal with your partner’s anxiety. In a comprehensive but understandable manner, you will see how you can break free of your worries. With a little care, you and your partner can begin taking steps forward with security and excitement rather than fear and dread.

If you suffer from depression you are far from alone. Depression is very common, affecting over 300 million people around the world. Written by Professor Paul Gilbert, internationally recognised for his work on depression, this highly acclaimed self-help book has been of benefit to thousands of people including sufferers, their friends and families and those working in the medical profession.

Después de Mi historia, el libro de memorias aclamado por la crítica y número uno en ventas, llega esta inspiradora obra en la que Michelle Obama, ex primera dama de Estados Unidos, comparte conocimientos prácticos y estrategias eficaces para conservar la esperanza y la estabilidad en el mundo tan incierto en el que vivimos.

One of the most sought-after qualities in most people is having a high level of Self Confidence? Why is that? The simple answer is that the world responds differently to confident people and leads to much higher levels of success. Throughout history, the Spartans were one of those groups that the world responded to in a different way. The way Spartans lived and trained made the world sit up and take notice. In modern times we have a similar group that the world responds to in a different way.

Jessa Zimmerman takes on the heart-wrenching questions that naturally arise when couples are struggling with sex. Once sex becomes synonymous with disappointment, avoidance sets in and creates pressure in the bedroom. In this straightforward and practical book, Zimmerman guides us to understand the cycle that develops when sex is difficult, to shift our mindset when it comes to sexual intimacy, and to transform our sexual experience with our partner using a nine-phase experiential process.

A survivor of 20 years of abuse and battles that would destroy most, from incest to sexual molestation, physical and verbal abuse, rape, and abandonment, speaks out. I am a woman who knows my past and understands that my experiences are purely lessons meant to bring me closer to self-knowledge and unconditional self-love. I also know that without God, I am nothing. My life was Perfectly Planned by the Lord himself.

We all at one point in our lives have entered a battle of some sort. A battle isn't always a physical exertion of brutish force; the most profound battles are fought within the mind. God has already made a way of escape, but you have to chose to walk the path.

Are you constantly plagued by negative thoughts about yourself and others? Do you wish that you could finally be free of these issues, or at least learn how to manage them and live a more normal life? With our step-by-step guide to retrain your brain, you can learn to look at life with an entirely different perspective. There will be no more need to hide your feelings or escape your negative thoughts. Instead, you'll learn how to embrace your feelings to create a brighter tomorrow.

Overcoming Loneliness: Strategies for Building Connections and Finding Joy is a comprehensive guide to help individuals who struggle with feelings of loneliness and isolation. Written by an experienced psychologist, this book provides practical, evidence-based strategies for improving social connections and enhancing overall well-being.

Are you a shy person? I was once myself, and I want to share what I have learned from my own life. Quality is more important than quantity when selecting friends, social skills are as simple as smiling and saying hi to people, discernment is key to picking the right people to build you up, not tear you down. Some people have poor intentions, standing up for yourself is the single most important thing you can do, talking to people or standing up for yourself is akin to the feeling of jumping out of an airplane...scary but exhilarating and worth it! And more!

Are you tired of worrying about what other people think about you all the time? Have you been served the wrong sandwich at the diner but you shut up and eat it anyway because you’re too nervous and don’t want to be a bother? We all have our inner critics, and we all care about what other people might think of us, but sometimes our inner critic becomes too overwhelming and we start worrying too much, and it interferes with our daily lives like in our jobs, our interactions with our family and friends, and when we go out in crowded places.

"From Self-Doubt to Superstar: Unlocking Your Inner Potential" is a transformative guidebook that empowers listeners to build confidence, discover their passions, and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Filled with inspiring real-life success stories, practical tips, and thought-provoking exercises, this book offers a roadmap to self-discovery and fulfillment.

In this short and sweet comprehensive guide to meeting your full potential, learn 7 essential skills everyone should develop to overcome life’s inevitable obstacles. Empower Your Edge!