Describes factors that cause stress, and offers young readers ways to de-stress their bodies. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"A clinical psychologist gives us 75 quick, scientifically proven techniques and exercises to manage stress and build resilience. Here's a promise that could not be more timely or needed: You can dial down your stress in just a few minutes, with no ponderous meditations, medications, or martinis required. Written by Dr. Jennifer L. Taitz, a clinical psychologist who specializes in teaching mindfulness-based behavioral skills to manage intense emotions...

"More than forty-four percent of Americans admit to losing sleep over stress. And while most of us do everything we can to reduce it, Stanford psychologist and bestselling author Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D., delivers a startling message: Stress isn't bad. In The Upside of Stress, McGonigal highlights new research indicating that stress can, in fact, make us stronger, smarter, and happier--if we learn how to embrace it"-- Provided by publisher.

"Blending behavioral science and design, Leidy Klotz's Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less offers a scientific appreciation of why we underuse subtraction-and how to access its untapped potential. When humans solve problems, we overlook an incredibly powerful option: We don't subtract. We pile on "to-dos" but don't consider "stop-doings." We create incentives for high performance, but don't get rid of obstacles to our goals. Whether considering...

"Why do so-called life hacks leave us drowning in tasks, schedules, and unfulfilled expectations? In her straightforward, humorous style, author Kendra Adachi reveals why the problem is not you. Most time management systems prioritize optimization and greatness in service to an imagined future, but what if that's not your goal? What if you long for a book that helps you live wholeheartedly today? The PLAN is the answer. Using the memorable acronym...

Meditative movements, focused breathing, and visualization techniques relieve stress symptoms along with boosting stress resilience both physically and mentally. For all fitness levels.

A quarter of a million readers have relaxed in the workplace thanks to Darrin Zeer's Office Yoga and Office Spa. Now Everyday Calm offers over 50 fun and simple ideas for daily stress relief no matter where you are. Start the morning with a Yoga Yawn to wake up your face and feel energized. Rely on the contents of a Spa on the Go bag to turn waiting in line into a pampering escape. And make ReinCARnation work for you when you can't find your car

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"No one needs to be told that our lives are filled with more anxiety than ever before. We know it. Our bodies can feel it. The questions we really need to answer "Why?" and "Is there anything we can do about it?" Dr. John Delony decided to get to the root of the issue by mapping out a plan to understand where our anxiety is coming from and the actions we can take to change it (because he's been there too). Over the past twenty years, he's learned...

"Many of us are at a breaking point. We struggle with burnout, stress, and feeling overwhelmed on a daily basis. While most self-care research takes us to practices like meditation, massage, or manifestation, very few focus on using our senses to ground us in calmness. Self-care isn't just facial masks and spa days: 50 Ways to More Calm, Less Stress presents opportunities to activate our five senses to reduce stress. Each activity is supported by...

Do you aspire to live a more peaceful, intentional life of mindfulness, positivity, and gratitude? Njuta (pronounced "nyutah"), which means "enjoy" or "delight in," is the Swedish art of savoring the moment. Focused on finding happiness in even the smallest things, njuta can be applied to every area of life. From relishing a quiet moment of comfort to enjoying the beauty of nature or even just reveling in the deliciousness of a favorite snack, you...