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Penguin Life
Pub. Date
2022
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In this modern digital age, many of us feel overwhelmed, panicked and short on time. The practice of meditation is an ancient and scientifically proven antidote to that frenzied feeling. Combining scientific expertise and spiritual wisdom, this is a practical guide on how it can help you feel calm and in control.
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Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2022
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The central tenets of the beautiful, meditative practice of cultivating bonsai teach us patience, focus, calmness, perspective, planning, mindfulness and many more traits that can help us in our busy, challenging everyday lives. A bonsai shedding leaves is symbolic of letting go our material possessions. Tending to the bonsai roots helps support and nourish the tree, much the same as our own beliefs and values. Being mindful of the 'food' we offer...
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Leaping Hare Press
Pub. Date
2021
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Who knew tending to your cacti or spider plant could feel so good? This go-to-guide introduces you to 20 easy-to-love houseplants. Perfect for budding beginners and rooted in a journey of self awareness, learn, through simple moments of watering, feeding, and even just noticing our plants, how to befriend our leafy buddies, and ourselves too! With plant care tips, fun facts, design hints and projects for botanical recipes and cacti crafts, this feel-good...
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CICO Books
Pub. Date
2024
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Mindless eating is a modern-day malady. In today's hectic world, we reach for unhealthy snacks for a quick energy boost, we don't take proper lunch breaks and we are constantly distracted while we eat. The enjoyment of eating is lost as a result. Mindful eating offers a new, positive way forward. By applying the principles of mindfulness, an ancient Buddhist practice, to our everyday eating habits we can make simple changes to our diet and learn how...
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Penguin Life
Pub. Date
2023
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Checking into a psychiatric institution wasn't exactly on Ruby Wax's agenda for 2022 - writing about it wasn't either, but here we are. These days, trying to stay sane in a completely chaotic world makes life incredibly difficult, especially if you're struggling with your mental health. While searching for inner peace and equanimity amidst global chaos, Ruby realises that, ultimately, the most challenging gauntlet we all must face is ourselves. 'I'm...