Mental Exercises

Moneyball showed how statistics were revolutionizing baseball. The Sports Gene revealed the role genetics play in sports. Now, Head in the Game examines the next evolution: how mental engineering - the manipulation of the cognitive processes of the brain - can make gifted athletes even better.

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.

Leverage the cutting-edge scientific discovery of the polyvagal theory and unlock your body's natural self-healing capabilities with this definitive guide! If you are tired of having to deal with brain fogs, creative blocks, panic attacks, as well as other mental disorders, if you're sick of struggling with chronic illnesses with seemingly no end in sight, then you've come to the right place. The insights and practical advice contained in this guide will give you everything you need to apply the Polyvagal Theory in your daily life and work.

Imagina un mundo donde cada pequeña instrucción se convierte en una batalla, donde la cooperación parece un sueño inalcanzable, y donde el conflicto es la norma, en lugar de la excepción. Este es el mundo diario de un niño (y de algunos adultos) con trastorno negativo desafiante (TND).

If your child is easily knocked by obstacles and has a hard time bouncing back from setbacks, gives up quickly, or melts down easily, you may worry about them succeeding in a high-pressure, competitive world. When children have difficulties self-regulating, they may have difficulty interacting with both peers and family members. This can affect their academic achievement, but it may also prevent them from experiencing the carefree childhood you wish for them. The workbook will empower you and your child with scientifically-proven coping techniques that you can return to at any time.

The mind and body are often talked about as separate entities, but it’s only when they work in harmony with one another that one can truly push oneself to the highest heights. In his new book, Ant Middleton lays out and explains the principles that he lives by to best keep his mindset and body as strong as they can possibly be.

Unsere Muskeln können viel mehr, als uns zu stärken – sie halten Körper und Seele gesund. Bestsellerautor Ingo Froböse widmet sich in seinem neuen Werk einem bisher kaum bekannten Phänomen: der Heilkraft unserer Muskeln. Nur wenn wir die Arbeitsweise und den Einfluss unserer Muskeln auf den restlichen Körper kennen, können wir aktiv dazu beitragen, gesund zu bleiben oder es zu werden. Denn der Verlust an Muskelmasse, insbesondere in der zweiten Lebenshälfte, ist verantwortlich für viele unterschiedliche Erkrankungen wie Herzinfarkt, Diabetes oder Übergewicht.

An effective guide to letting go of negative thinking patterns and giving yourself a chance at a happy life. It’s time we reclaimed control over our thoughts. Learn to concentrate on healthy thoughts and gain an instant mood booster. Discover an ultra effective, superb short-term treatment option for various psychological problems. Know exactly how to deal with emotional distress without having to opt for medication. Trust yourself and your power to break the vicious cycle of negative thinking patterns.

How would you like to remember the names of every person you meet? To recall phone numbers and appointments more easily? And to keep those memory powers for a lifetime? With Improve Your Memory Now, this pioneering physician offers you an immersive audio training course designed to boost your memory power from the very first time you use it.

Anyone who has ever gone for a run, a jog or even a walk knows that uplifting, happy feeling they get at the end of their journey. Some call it the runner's high; others put it down to endorphins. Here William Pullen teaches us focus that incredible energy to experience our emotions in motion. In Run for Your Life, Pullen argues that we need a radical new approach to mindfulness - an approach which originates in the body itself.

Improve Your Mood brings you four techniques for healing sadness, recalling sources of nourishment and pleasure, and connecting with times in the past when you felt calm and confident.

Enhance your emotional resilience & escape mental ruts with this step-by-step approach to Acceptance & Commitment Therapy that works! Are you struggling to manage strong emotions, recover from trauma, or build mental toughness? Are you tired of conventional therapy that only ever seems to treat the symptoms but never the root cause? Do you need a holistic, structured pathway to self-reflection and inner growth? Drawing on core psychological principles and authentic advice for personal development, this ACT Therapy Bible reveals a rich collection of accessible self-help strategies to enhance...

Do you want to think strong, get fit, and kick ass in life? Then this extraordinary Peak Performance - 3 Book Bundle will help you develop the mindset of champion, a fit body of an athletic warrior, and a rewarding life! Peak Performance includes the following books: (1) Mental Toughness; (2) Intermittent Fasting; and (3) Strength Training.

Looking for a safe and effective way to reduce joint pain and gain better mobility, strength, and flexibility? This is where this comprehensive and user-friendly guide on Chair Yoga steps in. The National Institute of Health reports that chair yoga not only reduces pain and increases life satisfaction in older adults with osteoarthritis, but also reduces depression! Inside, you’ll find specific poses that can improve your physical and mental health, regardless of your current level.

The brain is our most vital and complex organ. It controls and coordinates our actions, thoughts and interactions with the world around us. It is the source of personality, of our sense of self, and it shapes every aspect of our human experience. Yet most of us know precious little about how our brains actually work, or what we can do to optimise their performance. Combining the latest scientific research with storytelling and advice, Supercharge Your Brain reveals everything you need to know about how your brain functions, and what you can do to keep it in peak condition.

Insight leads to success. The more you can rely on insight rather an analytical process, the better. Using an analytical process can be helpful and has its place at times, but studies have shown that an answer to a problem derived from using insight is 16 percent more likely to be correct than when using a longer, analytical process. So, get this guide and gain insight today!

Did you know you can completely get rid of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression without using any medication? Have you heard about the vagus nerve and what it can do to your health? If you want to know more, read on...The vagus nerve is the longest in the human body, running from the head to the abdomen. Many researchers now believe that the vagus nerve might be the solution to all human health issues.

Are you tired of feeling consumed by your thoughts and compulsions? Do you find yourself unable to break free from obsessive thinking and compulsive actions? 30 Days to Stop Obsessing is the mindfulness workbook you need to break free from the cycle of obsessive-compulsive thinking and behavior. Through daily exercises and practices, you'll learn to recognize and challenge your obsessive thoughts, gain control over your compulsive behaviors, and cultivate a sense of peace and calm in your mind. With mindful guidance, you'll explore the root causes of your obsessive tendencies and develop ...

Did you know that walking can improve your cognitive skills? That strengthening your muscular core reduces anxiety? That light stretching can combat a whole host of mental and bodily ailments, from stress to inflammation? We all know that exercise changes the way you think and feel. But scientists are just starting to discover exactly how it works. In Move!, Caroline Williams explores the emerging science of how movement opens up a hotline to our minds. Interviewing researchers and practitioners around the world, she reveals how you can work your body to improve your mind.

The brain is the most magnificent, powerful thing the universe has ever created. It is responsible for consciousness, for our experience, and for our behavior. Brain scans have revealed that successful people have different brains than the brains of other, average people. And if that's not enough, recent studies have showed that our brain is constantly changing, according to our behavior! This extraordinary revelation means that you are not a victim of who you are. You can change your brain and become the best version of yourself - if you only knew how to use neuroplasticity.