Mental Exercises

Brendon Abram combines his first-hand experience with PTSD in the field and years of teaching to offer this practical guide to bringing trauma-sensitive yoga to both clinical and studio settings. Drawing on his work with military veterans, first responders, and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, he emphasizes the importance of respecting the uniqueness of every individual and demonstrates how to use the foundational principles of yoga to create a safe experience.

Are You looking to Get into Shape, Build Fatigue Resistance or Find Something to Spice Up an Existing Workout? Look No Further. The Burpee. The exercise with the silly name, is a full body calisthenic workout that has long been viewed as one of the premier measures of fitness, strength, cardiovascular fitness and stamina. Why do most people have a love-hate relationship with burpees? Simple. They are hard and they work!

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.

Marine Sgt. John Peck survived an IED during the War on Terror that left him with a traumatic brain injury, amnesia, and cost him his marriage. He survived another three years later, one that left him with three and a half limbs missing. He’s one of only two living people to survive the flesh-eating fungus he contracted in recovery at Walter Reed, one that left him as a quadruple amputee. And that’s only the beginning of his story. What followed was a recovery nothing short of miraculous.

One big secret to growing older with confidence, dignity, and style is hidden in two words: Chair Yoga. Yoga has a host of health benefits that improve the quality of life of older adults. There are forms of yoga that are very gentle on your body and easy to do, and you only need a chair to do it.

Do you ever find yourself rehashing situations and struggling to let go of frustrations while driving? Do you ever wish you could turn off your thinking so you could fall asleep more quickly or stay asleep throughout the night? Do your self-doubts undermine your confidence, sabotage your days, or interfere with your productively? What if you could overcome anxiety and stress and be able to make decisions and take action more quickly? Imagine if you could reduce the mental chatter...or even better...turn it into opportunities!

We cannot know how to fix a problem until we understand its causes. But even for some of the most common mental health problems, three specialists might offer you three completely different treatments. As a cognitive neuropsychiatrist, Professor Anthony David brings together many fields of study, from social and cognitive psychology to neurology. The key for each patient might be anything from a traumatic memory to a chemical imbalance, an unhealthy way of thinking or a hidden tumour.

Have you ever felt like your life needed a Total Makeover? I am guessing that your answer to that question is a resounding yes! All of us have occasionally felt that desire. Do you need some good ideas and suggestions to help you accomplish this goal? Even better, would you be excited to know that the process does not need to be difficult and time consuming? In fact, it can actually be surprisingly simple and even enjoyable. Can you imagine how much better you will feel when you are given the secrets to how you can improve your spiritual and emotional well-being, drastically improve your ...

The chapters in this audiobook present many of the straightforward ways we can maintain a healthy mind or build a better brain, especially if in the normal course our lives we are actively doing things to damage it. Here you will find proven methods to improve your brain power, using simple and sensible steps that remind us of the easy ways we can improve our thinking and become the genius that resides inside our brain.

¿Está cansado de los consejos de autocuidado que le parecen imposibles de poner en práctica en su apretada agenda? En esta guía exhaustiva, respaldada por la investigación, descubrirá: 120 actividades de autocuidado basadas en pruebas y adaptadas a las diferentes disponibilidades de tiempo. El «Método 5-5-5», validado científicamente, que crea un cambio duradero a través de la implementación estratégica. Prácticas de cinco minutos respaldadas por la investigación que se integran a la perfección en tus días más ajetreados y más.

Do you know the feeling that there’s someone standing behind you, but when you turn to look, there’s no one there? That’s a gift, too. This sensation can help you in your prayers and devotions as you learn to feel the presence of the God or spirit you pray to. Déjà vu is a gift. It’s a strange mixture of the past and the present that feels like it has a deep meaning, and you can use it to Be Here Now, especially in meditation. Do you know what it’s like to feel your body moving when you’re keeping still? That’s another gift. If you have the aptitude for it, it can help you ...

BUILD AN INVINCIBLE MIND! INVINCIBLE is a treasure trove of time-tested techniques and skills for improving mental toughness in the street, battlefield and playing field. It teaches you how to unlock the true power of your mind and achieve success in activities that demand peak performance. Invincible: Mental Toughness Techniques for the Street, Battlefield and Playing Field is ideal for: Athletes High-risk professions such as law enforcement, military service, and private security Self-defense students Martial artists Survivalists and preppers Fitness enthusiasts And many other activities ...

The Anxiety Relief Workbook is your audio companion for navigating daily stress, intrusive thoughts, health anxiety, panic attacks, and chronic overthinking. Packed with calming techniques, therapeutic tools, and guided reflection prompts, this audiobook is designed for real-world relief.

How do we pick the course of our lives? How do we know where to put our efforts? What will make the most significant contribution to society and personal success? “Every moment of one’s existence, one is growing into more or retreating into less.” ―Norman Mailer Personal Development leads to self-actualization, becoming who you were meant to become. It's cultivating the seed to become the mighty oak. What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? Get some answers and direction in this great new book. Praise for John Cousins Once he starts speaking, you feel the ...

Kai M. Jordan, the author, understands the daily battle with ADHD intimately. With a background in psychology and years of experience working with individuals facing ADHD-related challenges, Jordan brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to this comprehensive guide. Having triumphed over organizational chaos personally, the author shares insights that go beyond generic advice.

Have you tried to develop a champion mindset but were confronted with fear, doubt and disbelief? Do you want to learn how to develop amazing mental toughness, resilience and optimism for achieving greatness in life? If so, then this powerful book, Sports Psychology for Athletes 2.0, will teach you how to think, train and eat for optimal physical and mental performance!

ADVICE ABOUT FINDING AND WEEDING THROUGH THE SPINNING WHEEL OF PERSONAL TRAINING, IN A CITY WHERE LOOKS ARE PARAMOUNT, AND SKILLS ARE OVER-LOOKED. FIGURING OUT WHAT TO LOOK FOR, WHEN YOU NEED THE PROPER INSTRUCTION

People who accomplish great feats owe their successes not to luck, but to the sheer ability to control their desires and to keep themselves from being complacent with what they currently have. Successes and failures should not be grounded on fortune or the lack thereof because they are more tied to how we live through self-discipline. Most people do not realize it, but they possess a lack of self-discipline in the things they strive for.

Welcome to "Step by Step: Walking's Surprising Health Benefits"! This book explores into the numerous ways that walking may improve your physical and emotional health. Walking offers several advantages that are frequently neglected, such as increasing cardiovascular health and lowering the risk of chronic illnesses, as well as enhancing your mood and relieving anxiety. You'll discover why walking is such a powerful form of fitness and how to effortlessly incorporate it into your regular routine throughout the pages of this book. We'll also provide you pointers and methods to help you make ...

Are you aware that adolescents have 6,000–7,000 ideas and thoughts daily? It can be hard to understand, control, and choose which thoughts to act on for teens whose brains and emotions are still developing. That is why instilling self-regulation and mindfulness in your teens is crucial. Self-regulation and mindfulness techniques enable teens to control their actions, posture, emotions, and feelings and understand their surroundings.