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The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers, Will I Ever Be Good Enough? provides the expert assistance you need in order to overcome this debilitating history and reclaim your life for yourself.

Full of thrilling and unexpected connections among history, psychology, economics, neuroscience, and more, Selfie is an unforgettable book that makes sense of who we have become. Ranging from Ancient Greece, through the Christian Middle Ages, to the self-esteem evangelists of 1980s California, the rise of the "selfie" generation, and the era of hyper-individualism in which we live now, Selfie tells the epic tale of the person we all know so intimately - because it's us.

Your best intentions are not enough. Learn how to scientifically engineer a disciplined existence, become relentless, and never give up. Whatever you want in your life, self-discipline is the missing piece. Goals will remain dreams if you make the mistake of relying on motivation and your best drawn plans. The Science of Self-Discipline is a deep look into what allows us to resist our worst impulses and simply execute, achieve, produce, and focus. Every principle is scientifically-driven and dissected to as be actionable and helpful as possible. You'll learn how top performers consistently exercise self-discipline, as well as what drives us on an instinctual, psychological level to act.

With this book, you can learn how people like Richard Branson, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates are able to get superhuman amounts done every day, with the same 24 hours everyone else has. Discipline is how you turn want into have. Discipline is the difference between a dream and a reality. Discipline separates winners from the losers. Every minute you waste is another minute you don’t progress towards your dream. Break the pattern and get started! Discipline awaits within!

At one point or another, we’ve all done something that undermines our best interests and intentions. Even the most successful people get in their own way - often without realizing it. In Stop Self-Sabotage, licensed clinical psychologist, tenured professor, and television personality Dr. Judy Ho takes a fresh look at self-sabotage to help us answer two vital questions: Why do we do it? How do we stop?

Pioneering research psychologist Roy F. Baumeister collaborates with New York Times science writer John Tierney to revolutionize our understanding of the most coveted human virtue: self-control. Drawing on cutting-edge research and the wisdom of real-life experts, Willpower shares lessons on how to focus our strength, resist temptation, and redirect our lives. It shows listeners how to be realistic when setting goals, monitor their progress, and how to keep faith when they falter.

Based on Stanford University psychologist Kelly McGonigal's wildly popular course "The Science of Willpower", The Willpower Instinct is the first book to explain the science of self-control and how it can be harnessed to improve our health, happiness, and productivity. Informed by the latest research and combining cutting-edge insights from psychology, economics, neuroscience, and medicine, The Willpower Instinct explains exactly what willpower is, how it works, and why it matters

If you are looking for actionable information on how to harness the power of the mind to transform yourself, then this audiobook will teach you how to unleash the full power of your mind-set to transform your life.

In this insightful and functional book, Katherine Chambers gives listeners a firsthand look into the overriding concepts of mental toughness.

Your kids are the most important people in your lives. In this increasingly competitive and confusing world they need you to help them be their best. They need you to guide them in developing traits for success and happiness. Grit for Kids will teach you how to help your child to develop their own grit in just 16 easy-to-follow chapters. Each one contains real stories of real kids facing common situations, proven steps to take in these situations, and the outcomes after the steps were taken.

The mind is the most powerful tool you can use to control your behavior. If you can master your willpower by using your mind, you can have the world at your feet. Elite warriors use the slogan, "mind over matter" because they know that the key to unlock all these success secrets is by mastering your willpower. This is also true in self-discipline, with willpower, comes a positive mind-set that can be used effectively to impose self-discipline. But how can this be done? How does the brain works?

Self-control may be the least-coveted fruit of the Spirit. But the truth is that people who are successful at self-control have freer, happier lives, and we all want that. After all, our bad habits - from the slight to the serious - bring with them a host of negative emotions, take up our time, and keep us from being the best version of ourselves.

If you can’t stop smoking then it must mean your unconscious mind runs the addiction. Do you finally want to say goodbye to smoking cigarettes and discover something which works for you? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, becoming a permanent non-smoker doesn’t have to be difficult. Even if you’ve tried nicotine patches, gum, acupuncture, therapy, or self-help books. Most smoking cessation strategies are ineffective because they don’t change the deep-rooted subconscious beliefs and triggers. In fact, quitting smoking with hypnosis is easier than you think.

Feel like you’re stuck in a series of overthinking episodes? Discover how you can flip the script and cancel the chaos! Studies show that 73% of adults aged 25 to 35 years old suffer from chronic overthinking… almost 3 out of 4 people! But, the good news is… there is a way out… With the right tools, you can break free from this mental prison… and don’t let your cynical thoughts tell you otherwise! Start with this handy guide filled with practical advice and information on how to unravel your tangled thoughts to reveal a path paved with peace and purpose.

Have you ever been in a situation in which you become reckless because there are so many things running in your mind? Do you have problems getting to sleep or do you often worry about the future? If some of these issues are familiar to you, then the information inside this audiobook can certainly help you!

Why Talking Is Not Enough, written by Susan Page, author of the acclaimed best seller If I'm So Wonderful, Why Am I Still Single? presents a novel relationship strategy based on subtle, powerful changes in your own actions. This method shows you the magic of "Keep your mouth out of it!" Page's pioneering eight-step program invites you to give up problem solving and move directly to a warmer, more loving and fun relationship, based on universal spiritual principles.

How often have you tried to lose weight or start eating healthier simply to get frustrated and revert back to your old bad habits? Is this your first time to try, and friends and family are telling you how difficult it is? What if I told you there are things that can make it easier than you think?

Self-discipline is commonly thought to be a trait that a person is born with, but this could not be further from the truth! Self-discipline is not a fixed character trait, but rather a skill that can be learned, and The Science of Self-Discipline can teach you how to build this skill and how to finish what you start and gain the willpower, mental toughness, and self-control to distinguish yourself from others! This audiobook will show you to determine the areas of yourself and your life that you can easily tweak to set yourself up for optimal success in self-discipline mastery.

In Best Self, Mike Bayer, known to his fans and followers as Coach Mike, empowered his listeners to embrace authenticity, break through obstacles, and discover the freedom to be their best selves. By working through each of the seven SPHERES of life - Social, Personal, Health, Education, Relationships, Employment, and Spiritual development - Coach Mike distilled his wisdom into a focused guide to get real results. Now, Coach Mike expands upon his tried-and-true strategy for igniting change and shows you how to design a life that is deeply fulfilling.

Imagine feeling so driven that you got things done and achieved all your goals.... Imagine how that would transform your life.... Are you sick and tired of making a conscious decision to stop procrastinating and then finding yourself putting things off again? If you can’t stop then, it must mean your unconscious mind runs this problem. You see, becoming a productive and driven person doesn’t have to be complicated. Even if you’ve tried to-do lists, self-help books, or therapy.