Mental Resilience

Most of us are intimately familiar with anxiety, and with its increasing hold on our minds, our hopes and plans, and our bodies. But how well do we really understand it, and what can we do to transform it into something new—into resilience, or courage, or creativity? In this extraordinary book, Dr. Alexandra Shaker, a clinical psychologist, takes us on a journey through the body—from brain to blood to heart to guts—to examine the connections between our emotional, psychological, and physical lives.

​Sadness, shame, helplessness, anger, embarrassment, disappointment, frustration, and vulnerability. In 30 years as a practicing psychologist, Dr. Joan Rosenberg has found that what most often blocks people from success and feeling capable in life is the inability to experience, move through, and handle these eight unpleasant feelings. Knowing how to deal with intense, overwhelming, or uncomfortable feelings is essential to building confidence, emotional strength, and resilience.

In life, we often find ourselves entangled in a web of attachments—whether emotional, material, or psychological—that hinder our growth and happiness. The principle of "Letting Go" offers a transformative path to release these burdens, allowing us to embrace change and unlock new opportunities. By understanding the art of letting go, we can liberate ourselves from past limitations, foster personal growth, and enhance our mental well-being. This journey involves recognizing the benefits of releasing negative emotions, toxic relationships, and outdated expectations, which can lead to ...

Aimed primarily at teens and young adults, the information, guidance, and resources in this book will also make it valuable for anyone directly or indirectly affected by trauma as well as those wishing to learn new resiliency and coping strategies. Traumatic experiences come in many forms, from fighting in a war zone to suffering abuse at the hands of a stranger or a loved one to being in or witnessing an accident.

Disconnected Youth: Why Teens are Struggling and What We Can Do About It is a compassionate, solution-focused guide to one of the most urgent challenges of our time. Drawing on decades of experience as a psychotherapist, Dr. Richard L. Travis explores the complex emotional realities facing today’s youth—loneliness, anxiety, identity struggles, social media pressure, and disconnection from adults and community. This practical and hopeful guide includes: Real-life stories from teens, parents, and educators Links to TED Talks, YouTube videos, and mental health resources Proven tools for ...

What separates the world's most successful people from those who never reach their full potential? The answer is self-discipline—a relentless commitment to taking action, pushing past obstacles, and staying consistent over time. Look at any elite athlete, world-class musician, or visionary entrepreneur, and you'll find a common thread: Discipline, resilience, and an unwavering focus on mastery. Kobe Bryant, for example, was known for his grueling 4 AM training sessions, practicing harder than anyone else. Elon Musk consistently works long hours, maintaining laser-sharp Discipline to drive...

Master the transformative power of emotional intelligence in 7 simple steps… and further unleash your full potential to lead a more fulfilling life by embracing the 7 skills to build mental toughness!

David Whitehead's Warrior Mindset Mastery is not just a book; it's an experience. Now available in audiobook format, let each chapter captivate and guide you as Whitehead's words come to life, instilling within you the strength and wisdom of ancient warriors tailored for today's challenges.

Living with ADHD as an adult can feel like a constant uphill battle, with your mind in chaos and stress always around the corner. You might long for focus, crave mental peace, and need strategies to manage emotional resilience without burning out.

Tarana Burke and Dr. Brené Brown bring together a dynamic group of Black writers, organizers, artists, academics, and cultural figures to discuss the topics the two have dedicated their lives to understanding and teaching: vulnerability and shame resilience.

What if your biggest failure… could become your greatest strength? How to Turn Failure into Your Superpower is a powerful, no-nonsense guide that helps you stop blaming your past — and start building a stronger future. Whether you’ve struggled with rejection, made mistakes that haunt you, or just feel stuck, this book shows you exactly how to reframe setbacks and bounce back with clarity, purpose, and grit. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Break out of the failure mindset ✅ Develop emotional discipline when life gets hard ✅ Build mental resilience from the inside out ✅ Turn fear into ...

"Discover How to Sustain Motivation and Resilience When It Matters Most" Do you find it hard to stay motivated in the face of challenges? Are stress and adversity draining your focus and drive? Motivational Mastery is the guide you need to sustain your energy, build resilience, and transform obstacles into opportunities. This is not just another motivational book—it’s a toolkit filled with actionable strategies and insights. Whether you're a student facing deadlines, a professional navigating high-pressure environments, or simply someone seeking consistency in life, this book equips you...

In one way or another, we all carry trauma. It can manifest as anxiety, shame, low self-esteem, over-eating, under-eating, addiction, depression, confusion, people-pleasing, under-earning, low mood, negative thinking, social anxiety, anger, brain fog and more. Traumas, big or 'little', leave us trapped in cycles of dysfunctional behaviours, negative thoughts and difficult feelings. Yet many people are unaware they're stuck in old reactions and patterns that stem from their past traumas.

A glimpse into the inner lives of psychiatrist Dr Ahmed’s patients in the melting pot of outer Sydney. The stories vary from closet gay Muslims to health food fundamentalists. It is an account of the modern condition viewed through the microcosm of the consulting room. Funny, insightful, heartbreaking and inspiring, this gripping book will entertain and challenge.

What does it take to overcome challenges, conquer fears, embrace leadership, harness mentor wisdom and achieve greatness—not just in sports, but in life? In Game Changers, Dan Gold presents the powerful stories of extraordinary athletes who defied the odds, broke barriers and achieved the seemingly impossible. Filled with electrifying moments, timeless lessons and practical tools, these stories inspire teens to unlock their potential and face challenges with courage, resilience and confidence.

Discover the ultimate guide to raising confident, resilient, and compassionate sons with "Raising Sons." This comprehensive eBook is your essential roadmap through the dynamic journey of parenting boys from early childhood through adolescence. Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums or teenage tribulations, this book is packed with practical advice and deep insights to support you every step of the way. Start with understanding the unique needs of boys, delving into their biological, emotional, and social development. Learn how to encourage active play, manage aggression, and build a ...

How do children thrive? As a parent, you probably think about this all the time. You want your children to have happy, healthy, and meaningful lives - but what's the best way to support them? In How Children Thrive, developmental pediatrician and parent Dr. Mark Bertin provides a positive, simple, and empowering approach for raising children of all ages. Bringing together mindfulness, new science on brain development, and the messy reality of being a parent, Dr. Bertin has a created a breakthrough guide that will help children - and their parents - flourish.

Are you ready to harness the power of empathy without sacrificing your well-being? In "Fearless Empathy," you'll embark on a transformative journey through a comprehensive journal and worksheet, integrating exercises from seven groundbreaking books to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence and compassion.Drawing from "Set Smart Boundaries," learn how to protect your empathy, assert your needs, and build self-esteem to achieve your goals without being used or depleted. From "Master Mindful No," discover techniques to filter distractions, overcome manipulation, and banish fear ...

For over four decades as a nurse, I have witnessed the most extraordinary human encounters imaginable. The lessons learned from illness, tragedy, miraculous recovery, laughter, love, and letting go, needed to be told. In this book I share ten of the most enduring and emotionally stirring ones from a lifetime of caring. Lessons Include: - The body is resilient, but the spirit is even stronger—Why am I still here? - Kindness unexpected is powerful medicine---Gestures that burn with lifelong impact. - Laughter heals in ways the scientific method can’t explain—Humor-as-tonic, especially ...

You might think that perfect harmony is the defining characteristic of healthy relationships, but the truth is that human interactions are messy, complicated, and confusing. And according to renowned psychologist Ed Tronick and pediatrician Claudia Gold, that is not only okay, it is actually crucial to our social and emotional development. In The Power of Discord they show how working through the inevitable dissonance of human connection is the path to better relationships with romantic partners, family, friends, and colleagues.