‘Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate’ is an informative guide on meditation by Dr. Samuel Steinberg. Photo: Amazon
Today’s topic is meditation. I have tried it before and I have to admit I have so much to learn. Are you new to meditation? Feeling overwhelmed by the chaotic world around you? Not sure how to focus? Then allow me to recommend “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate” by Dr. Samuel Steinberg. It is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Goodreads, Books-A-Million, and other booksellers.
Dr. Samuel Steinberg is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse range of expertise. He holds a Doctorate in Metaphysics and one in Theology. He also graduated from the Plant Based Nutrition program at Cornell University. In addition, Dr. Steinberg is a qualified special education teacher, a Yoga Alliance certified 500 E-RYT yoga teacher and educator, and a highly regarded meditation consultant to mental health practitioners and pain support groups. He is the author of several notable works, including “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate,” “Free Bird,” and “Parents Guide to Helping a Child With Learning Disabilities.” He has also written extensively on topics such as veganism, vegetarianism, anxiety, depression, positive self-esteem in children, autism in the workplace, chakras, and weight loss and fitness. (Dr. Samuel Steinberg, 2023)
“Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate”– In this beginner’s guide to meditation, Dr. Samuel Samtosha Steinberg presents meditation as an easy and effective approach to attaining peace, health, and a stress-free life. With basic techniques and a simple, uncomplicated approach, this book is perfect for those struggling to find the right time, place, position, group, or props to meditate.
Inside you will learn:
how to meditate correctly
the benefits of everyday practice
the diverse styles of meditation in a fun way.
And much, much more!
Get ready to overcome the challenges of meditation and find inner peace with this informative guidePrint length – 325 pages
Language – English Publication date – November 23, 2022 Dimensions – 6 x 0.74 x 9 inches ISBN-10 – 9692592014
“Best’s Practices: Encouraging Confidence and Relationship-Building” by Bianca Clark. Photo: Bianca Clark, used with permission.
With the start of a new school year, parents and guardians might be looking for resources to help their teen with self esteem and personal development issues. “Best’s Practices: Encouraging Confidence and Relationship-Building” by Bianca Clark is aimed at teenagers and parents alike and is an excellent tool to help them gain confidence and work on their life skills by using advice and real life scenarios. Read on for more information.
Bianca Clark is a Pennsylvania native and currently resides in Connecticut. She received her Bachelor of Science in Marketing and her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Cabrini University in Radnor, Pennsylvania. Bianca is an aerospace professional with a passion for writing and creating fun, diverse methods for skill learning and advancement. Her book “Best’s Practices: Encouraging Confidence and Relationship-Building” is a must read motivational and mentorship book for pre-teens who want to develop their life skills. It is available on Amazon. (Bianca Clark, 2023)
“Best’s Practices: Encouraging Confidence and Relationship-Building” – London, her older sister, Cierra or CeCe, and Malachi or Cai, their teenage brother, listened to their parents’ wise words and realized that the only way to improve, avoid common mistakes, and grow as a person would be to invest in themselves.
This fun and educational personal growth book for teens is here to help teenagers and their parents gain an in-depth understanding of how to encourage confidence and promote personal development through the real-life scenarios and adventures of London and her family.
Written for aspiring teens and parents alike, this book is a conversation starter that provides all the essentials tools and resources you need to learn:
– How to improve your conversation and communication skills – How to think outside the box and build your confidence – How to handle being outside of your comfort zone
Following the different situations that London, CeCe, and Cai find themselves in, you will be able to understand the psyche of a teenager with fears, aspirations, and inexperience and start conversations that will help:
– Understand how to keep yourself motivated – Learn how to build a professional network and practice for a job interview – Discover how to prepare yourself for a difficult situation – Identify your professional strengths and weaknesses – Embrace yourself and learn daily affirmations that will boost your confidence
Instead of a self-development book that lists facts, this easy-to-read and entertaining book will help get the message across without boring your daughter, son, niece, nephew, or grandkids.
‘Nurturing Your Feminine Energy’ is book 2 in the Femininity Book series by Reemus Bailey. Photo: Amazon
Reemus Bailey is a UK based relationship expert who works with individuals in practice one-on-one and has written several books, including “The Principles of Manhood” and “Healing the Divine Feminine.” His new book “Nurturing Your Feminine Energy: And The Rise Of Divine Femininity” is book 2 in the Femininity Book series and a guide to help readers in their spiritual journey while embracing their feminine energy. (Amazon, 2023)
“Nurturing Your Feminine Energy: And The Rise of Divine Femininity”– learn what femininity looks like when it is being expressed in an empowered way with the goal of increasing your knowledge about the traits and qualities that embody an empowered feminine woman and how to cultivate them within yourself. You will discover the importance of self development so that you can become the best version of yourself, giving yourself reason to be abundantly proud of the type of person you are becoming.
You will also learn how to listen to your inner voice so that you connect to your internal powers and how to encourage the rise of the divine feminine by empowering others.
This book helps you to develop the feminine state within yourself through the understanding of: – Embodying the qualities of the empowered feminine woman – The importance of nurturing yourself and others – Embracing beauty – Expressing creativity – Cultivating healthy sisterhood connections – Connecting to Mother Earth and the power of nature – Trusting your intuition and listening to your inner voice – The specific things that you can do to make you feel feminine
Through practical guidance, “Nurturing Your Feminine Energy” will help you become the most confident, fulfilled, and empowered version of yourself. If you are ready to embrace your feminine energy and tap into your inner wisdom, this book is a must-read.
‘Tools to Stop Overthinking: A Teen Guide to Relief From Anxiety and Stress in an Age of Overwhelm’ is the new book by Jennifer Costanza. Photo: Jennifer Costanza, used with permission.
Today’s new book release is “Tools to Stop Overthinking: A Teen Guide to Relief From Anxiety and Stress in an Age of Overwhelm” by Jennifer Costanza. The main topic is overthinking and how it is a natural part of life, similar to stress, and that it is not the enemy, but rather, it only becomes a problem when it gets out of control. From the Introduction: “…overthinking isn’t a life sentence of stress and confusion. Managed correctly, it can become a powerful tool for creativity and problem-solving.” According to the author, overthinking can impact everything from productivity to emotional health. This book will help readers recognize and deal with overthinking fatigue and learn self care practices, time management skills, how to maintain a healthy balance between work and rest, how to overcome procrastination, how to build their own support network, and other life coping skills. It is aimed at teenagers and speaks directly to them, instead of giving parents or guardians advice on how to help their teens. While not a quick fix, it is a useful guide that anyone at any age can use. Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
With a background in biopsychology, Jennifer Costanza is a licensed Psychotherapist who is a leader in her field of treating trauma and anxiety disorders at all ages. Utilizing her experience in science and expertise in mental health, her new book “Tools to Stop Overthinking: A Teen Guide to Relief From Anxiety and Stress in an Age of Overwhelm” is a comprehensive guide that will not only empower you to stop overthinking but will provide you with crucial teenage life skills that will make you a happier youth. Are you ready to learn how? (Jennifer Costanza, 2023)
“Tools to Stop Overthinking: A Teen Guide to Relief From Anxiety and Stress in an Age of Overwhelm”– Are you a teenager struggling with a restless mind? Does your overthinking affect your confidence, make it difficult for you to make decisions, and cause you to be unproductive? If you have been looking for a teen book that will empower you to transform your mindset, reduce negative thoughts, and grow confident in your ability to live a more constructive lifestyle, then keep reading, you have found the perfect book.
Studies show that seven in ten teenagers struggle with overthinking. This means they excessively worry about the future, are anxious, and have uncontrollable thoughts that leave them mentally and emotionally drained. Does this feel like you?
Inside Tools to Stop Overthinking, you will discover:
– A detailed introduction into overthinking including how it affects teens, the underlying causes, and the impact it has on your overall well-being – Practical steps to unearth your personal strengths and qualities, challenge limiting beliefs, and calm your mind with mindfulness – How to shift your perspective on overthinking, become more mindful, and cultivate positive thinking and gratitude – A step-by-step guide to creating your personalized self-care plan, channeling overthinking in valuable ways, and identifying and achieving your goals in the most innovative way possible – Strategies you can start implementing right now to boost your confidence, build healthy relationships, and achieve a healthy life balance
After reading this book, you will never have to worry again about restless thoughts, being unable to express your needs, or not prioritizing your needs. You are about to live your dream life. You will be happy, fulfilled, and in control of the life you always wanted. Are you ready to explore the ultimate guide to eliminating overwhelm and living a meaningful life? Then read “Tools to Stop Overthinking” now.
‘Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate’ by Dr. Samuel Steinberg. Photo: Amazon
Meditation is a practice that helps you achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm and stable state of being. You can do this by using a technique such as mindfulness or focusing your mind on a particular object, thought, or activity to train your mind to be attentive and aware. Sounds easy enough, doesn’t it? Well, I have tried to meditate before but my mind always wonders and eventually I give up. Thankfully, there are books that teach the basics including the benefits of meditating and tips to incorporate in your routine to get the most out of it. Dr. Samuel Steinberg’s book “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate” is an excellent guide to meditation. After reading a sample, I now know that you should start small, with 5 minutes, instead of trying to meditate for an hour right from the start. It has ancient techniques to help quiet your mind, like getting back to nature, and how to establish a daily routine to help you meditate. The chapters are small and the information is presented in list format that make it easy to learn. If you are interested in meditating and need a smart and resourceful guide, consider “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate.”
Dr. Samuel Steinberg is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse range of expertise. He holds a Doctorate in Metaphysics and one in Theology. He also graduated from the Plant Based Nutrition program at Cornell University. In addition, Dr. Steinberg is a qualified special education teacher, a Yoga Alliance certified 500 E-RYT yoga teacher and educator, and a highly regarded meditation consultant to mental health practitioners and pain support groups. He is the author of several notable works, including “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate,” “Free Bird,” and “Parents Guide to Helping a Child With Learning Disabilities.” He has also written extensively on topics such as veganism, vegetarianism, anxiety, depression, positive self-esteem in children, autism in the workplace, chakras, and weight loss and fitness. In his book “Meditation For People Who Can’t Meditate,” Dr. Samuel Steinberg presents meditation as an easy and effective approach to attaining peace, health, and a stress-free life. (Dr. Samuel Steinberg, 2023)
This beginner’s guide to meditation includes basic techniques and a simple, uncomplicated approach. It is perfect for those struggling to find the right time, place, position, group, or props.
Inside you will learn: – how to meditate correctly – the benefits of everyday practice – the diverse styles of meditation in a fun way. – And much, much more!
Get ready to overcome the challenges of meditation and find inner peace with this informative guide.
‘Breathe: Healing Conversations’ is a contemporary poetry book by Karen Achille. Photo: Karen Achille, used with permission.
In today’s book news: if you love poetry as much as I do, Karen Achille’s “Breathe: Healing Conversations”should be on your radar. Take a journey into the full range of emotions that poetry can convey.
Karen Achille is a Georgia-based and Haiti-born poetess, teacher, and relationship coach whose lifelong vision is to help empathic souls heal through the power of poetic storytelling. In addition to the co-authored debut book “Jaded” and her second book “Breathe,” she holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and two graduate degrees in English Education and Leadership. When she is not pouring her heart out on paper, you can find this altruistic soul dancing like nobody is watching, cooking a delicious meal, or simply relaxing in the present moment. She is also a pluviophile and nature lover. Above all else, Karen cherishes quality time spent with her loved ones, especially her love and muse, Gayle. “Breathe” is available on Amazon. More from the author: Writer’s Workshop: The Creative Huddle. (Karen Achille, 2023)
“Breathe” takes the reader on an emotive voyage of upheaval, heartache, healing, and ultimately, personal transformation. Through heartfelt poetic narration and evocative lines, poetess Karen Achille reveals a relatable story that reminds you that you are never truly alone on this journey called life. By the book’s end, each sense will be awakened, and your heart will be empowered. Most importantly, “Breathe” invites the reader to truly reside in the present, darkness and all.
‘I Hope You Dance: Inspirational Quotes to Help You Enjoy the Magic of Life’ by Randa and Nadiath Adechoubou. Photo: Amazon
For readers who like inspirational and self-help books, “I Hope You Dance: Inspirational Quotes to Help You Enjoy the Magic of Life” by Randa and Nadiath Adechoubou is a collection of inspirational quotes and positive affirmations that is sure to lift your spirits.
Randa Adechoubou holds a master’s in business administration (MBA) from the University of Cape Town (UCT) and a BPhil in political science from Northwestern University. When she is not writing in her favorite coffee shop, Randa is exploring or daydreaming about her next travel destination. In her books, she provides practical action plans to help you recognize what is keeping you stuck, as well as the talents and brilliance you can use to move forward —all in a friendly conversational tone. So be prepared to laugh and learn as you will finally find the confidence to let your brilliance shine. She is the author, along with Nadiath Adechoubou, of “I Hope You Dance: Inspirational Quotes to Help You Enjoy the Magic of Life” – a collection of inspirational quotes that will inspire you to live your best life. It is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and Bookshop, among others. (Randa Adechoubou, 2023)
“I Hope You Dance: Inspirational Quotes to Help You Enjoy the Magic of Life” – Have you ever wondered why some people can, but others cannot? How some can stay positive when others cannot find the light in the darkest times of their lives? Experiences leave their mark, and for those who have gone through difficult times, they know the tough times never last. They kept going, trusting they would see light at the end of the tunnel. In this book, the authors have created a collection of funny, uplifting, and inspirational quotes to get us motivated. Whether you are looking for that creative spark, trying to find the energy to carry on, or just want to put a smile on your face, “I Hope You Dance” will be your companion. This book is for anyone who needs a pick me up, anyone who has been knocked to the bottom, and anyone struggling to get back up: keep on dancing.
‘If I’m Upset I Can’ is a children’s book designed to help children identify and cope with anxiety and anger. Photo: Amazon
Julien Bodrieu, a school teacher and avid children’s book author, has over 10 years of experience working with children. Julien had a passion for telling stories since he was a child, which inspired him to begin writing stories and picture books for children. He writes in simple, easy-to-understand language with an entertaining style that keeps children engrossed in his books while teaching them important lessons about life. “If I’m Upset I Can” is a positive, interactive book that will help children calm down, cope, and cool a hot temper with skills that will last them a lifetime. (Amazon, 2023)
“If I’m Upset I Can” – Kids, like adults, go through a wide range of emotions. They may experience emotions such as boredom, anxiety, sadness, disappointment, embarrassment, and fear. While most of us experience a variety of emotions daily, we are not always taught how to deal with or manage them. Children must learn how to handle their emotions in a healthy manner. It is critical to teach children coping techniques that will enable them to face their concerns, relax, and cheer themselves up. Coping methods are divided into two categories: emotion-focused and problem-focused. Both types of abilities are critical for children to learn and apply in their daily lives. This book includes essential skills to help kids deal with feeling so they are less stressed, activities that help kids develops these important skills, anger management and growth mindset activities, self-esteem and social skills activities, and an anxiety workbook and activities. If you work with kids, you are always looking for creative ways to help them navigate through their hardships. This book can help you do that.
This is book #1 of the Social skills Children’s Books for Kids designed to help children develop their social skills. It is an interactive workbook that older children can use as they learn to cope with anger and anxiety. Illustrations such as ‘How I Feel Anxiety In My Body’ will help them identify these emotions by how their bodies are reacting: ‘Headache, Trembling or Shaking.’ Once identified, they can use the coping statements and changing negative thoughts ideas to guide them as they navigate these often confusing emotions. The Self-Care Checklist gives healthy living tips they can use anytime. Since these are skills anyone can use, parents and their children can work on it together and benefit from this extremely resourceful guide. The Worry Jar idea is a wonderful tip anyone can use to set aside some ‘worry time’ each day. Mental health is an important issue, and ‘If I’m Upset I Can’ is geared towards children as they learn to identify and cope with anxiety and anger. Highly recommended!
‘Leave Your Sh*t Here’ is the new self-help workbook by Certified Professional Life Coach Jackie Wallace and Psychotherapist Elizabeth Reed LMSW. Courtesy photo, used with permission.
Jackie Wallace and Liz Reed are co-authors of a workbook aimed to help people start their own mental health journey. “Leave Your Sh*t Here” is now available everywhere, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The book is a perfect gift for anyone who is going through something. It is an excellent sendoff gift for a graduate as well. (Jackie Wilson/Liz Reed, 2023)
Jackie Wallace is a serial entrepreneur, four-time author, and successful podcaster. With over thirty-five years of leading and coaching people and over 250 interviews as a podcaster, Jackie enjoys exploring how everyday people figure out their purpose and pursue it. Jackie is the founder of BDOPE Water and the creator of the national holiday, Sit with a Stranger Day, every September 16th. Her professional background includes a B.S. in General Management from Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan, and a Certification for Professional Life Coach from World Coach Institute Inc. Photo: Jackie Wallace
Liz Reed has been a practicing psychotherapist for over 11 years. She is also an author and podcaster at Liz Life Guru; before that, she was a gourmet chef for thirty years. She has embraced sobriety for 20 years as well. With a life full of numerous emotional and tumultuous times, she shares her story to help others on their path to a better life and believes it is never too late to create the life you want. Her podcast is available on all platforms. Photo: Liz Reed
“Leave Your Sh*t Here: Write, Release and Destroy” is a new self help workbook that aids in stress management and normalizes life’s struggles by letting us now that “everything will be ok.” It is a book with a purpose: to assist people with everyday challenges and struggles. This workbook helps people understand that it is normal to face adversity in life and that in the end, everything will be just fine. The workbook also provides a safe space to release those feelings in confidence and dispose of them in a manner the reader chooses, releasing all emotions privately into the universe, ridding them of all toxic thoughts and feelings.
The idea for this workbook originally appeared pre-pandemic during a lunch meeting between co-authors Jackie and Liz and another friend. Jackie would often use a piece of paper to write out the day’s frustrations, negative thoughts or life’s problems and then destroy it. It was a method that she used for some time as it was private and safe from anyone else’s eyes. In a world where people post everything on social media, this was a method to vent and protect her inner most private thoughts. As Jackie shared this practice with Liz, a tenured practicing psychotherapist, she learned this was a method Liz also used many times, and the idea for the workbook was born.
The two worked on the book through the pandemic and developed a workbook that delved beyond anything that the two had seen on the market. Besides being a book with facts and best practices with highlighted topics, “Leave Your Sh*t Here” is poised to provide teachable moments with worksheets covering subjects such as:
Your Inner Strength
How to Face Your Emotions
Self-Reliance
Investing in Yourself
“This workbook is a method to write what you feel, not be judged by society and then do what you want with the writing. This is a work through it book, not a get over it book as life is something we continuously must work through. The isolation of these negative thoughts can become daunting and weigh us down which is why it’s important to have a safe space to work through them and let them go. It becomes a freeing, liberating moment.” – Liz & Jackie
“Leave You Sh*t Here: Write, Release, and Destroy” is definitely not your garden variety of self-help books, and I enjoyed reading and going through it mainly because the language used is your everyday, straightforward, down-to-earth talk that stays clear of technical jargon. It also has an appealing visual format for both texts, writing space, and pictures and the use of cartoon-style illustrations definitely help engage the reader. The workbook also has sections to help the reader track any progress that one reaps throughout its activities. The overall tone of the material has a hopeful and optimistic mindset that tells the reader not to give up.” – Readers’ Favorite
It is time to stop pushing your health to the back of the queue. Courtesy photo, used with permission.
It is time to stop pushing your health to the back of the queue in your life. We know that you have a lot to do, and we understand that this can be difficult to manage at times, but this does not mean that you can treat your health like it does not matter, because it does. In this article, we are going to be taking a look at some of the things that you should be doing in your everyday lifeto take care of your health, and ensure that it is not the last thing on your to-do list. Keep reading if you would like to find out more about this.
Charities like The Dwoskin Family Foundation help fund research related to many of these areas. It’s worth finding out more about what you can do.
Eat Healthy Foods That You Enjoy First on the list, you need to be eating healthy foods that you enjoy on a regular basis. Of course, every now and then you are going to want to indulge yourself in some of the foods that are less than healthy, and that is completely okay. There is nothing wrong with this, you just need to make sure that it is not a regular occurrence and that the majority of the time, you are eating your vegetables. You can look up a range of different recipes such as this super easybacon wrapped shrimp which can be used for your treat days, or even as part of a balanced diet if you are careful with what else you are eating.
Make Time For Exercise It is also essential that you are making time for exercise. One of the things that people often forget is that exercise is about more than looking good, it is about keeping your insides healthy. Health experts are not telling you that you need to complete a regular level of activity because it helps you to look your best, they are telling you because it ensures that you are able to keep your muscles healthy. It helps your body stay strong and in shape, able to complete the processes that it needs to, and fight off infections when they occur.
We are not suggesting that you head to the gym every day of the week and complete a high intensity workout, so if this is what you have got in mind then you need to shut this down fast. Instead, you can do things like go for walks in the morning, or go to the gym a few times per week. Do not hurt yourself exercising, but make sure that you are doing enough.
Mental Health Is Essential Too Your physical health is not the only thing that you should be fighting to take care of, your mental health is just as important. You need to be doing the things that take care of you mentally like giving yourself a break, acknowledging and speaking about your emotions and whatever else you can think of. There are professionals available to help if you need them, or you might be able to manage your mental health on your own. Whatever you decide to do, just ensure that you seek professional assistance if things get too much.
Get Enough Sleep At Night Finally, when it comes to your health, you need to ensure you are getting enough sleep. This is not just about how long you are sleeping for but also the quality of the sleep you are getting. As an adult you should be aiming for around six to nine hours of undisturbed sleep each night. If you are regularly missing out on vital hours of sleep or you find yourself tossing and turning all night then you will wake up feeling exhausted.
Why is sleep important for your health? Well, when you sleep your body is busy repairing itself from any issues that cropped up the previous day. It also helps with your mood and therefore your mental health. Not getting enough sleep each night will result in your feeling grouchy and snapping at people when they annoy you.
If you are regularly waking up with various aches and pains that are disturbing your sleep then it may be time to look into why this is happening. It may be that your mattress is old, lumpy, and uncomfortable. These should be changed every eight to ten years to improve the quality of sleep.
Hopefully, you have found this article helpful, and now see some of the things that you should do to ensure that you are no longer pushing your health to the back of the queue. There are so many different things that you can do here, but these are just some of the ones that we have come up with off the tops of our heads. We wish you the very best of luck, and hope that you make some of these positive changes in your life, ensuring that your health becomes a priority in future, and not just an afterthought.
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