Download or read book Captain Perfection and the Secret of Self Compassion written by Julian Reeve and published by . This book was released on 2020-12 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'An excellent and important resource for kids to protect themselves from unhealthy perfectionism' - Mary L Herzog, PhD, Psychologist 'My Child is a Perfectionist' Does your child get upset when their work isn't perfect? Are they too hard on themselves when they don't live up to their own expectations? Captain Perfection and The Secret of Self-Compassion is an excellent guide for children to help them manage perfectionism, boost self-esteem and build confidence. Self Compassion & Self Esteem in Children Self-compassion is the art of being kind to yourself and is proven to help manage perfectionism in children, channeling it in healthier ways. This self-help book inspires children to understand their perfectionism before encouraging them to build their very own 'self-compassion superpower', a valuable resource when unhealthy perfectionism hits. Self-Compassion can help them to: - recognize perfectionism when it strikes - stay calm and focused when they get frustrated - treat themselves with kindness so they can realize their potential and boost self esteem Featuring fun stories, amazing exercises, and proven techniques, Captain Perfection and the Secret of Self-Compassion is the best self-help book for young perfectionists! Perfect for ages 6+

Download or read book Self Compassion written by Dr Herman Kynaston and published by . This book was released on 2019-05-18 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-Compassion: The Secret of Self-Compassion - Learn Self-Compassion and Self-Love Using Tried-and-Tested, Proven Methods.Do you put everyone else first and struggle with even the simplest acts of self-care? There is a fine line between selflessness and self-hate - it's time that you learned the difference. If you find it hard to care for yourself, then you have a problem with self-compassion. Compassion is something that starts within and extends to those around you. Being kind and caring to yourself, instead of critical, pitying and harsh, is so important to your overall health and wellbeing. In Self-Compassion: The Secret of Self-Compassion, I unpack what the term means, and how it can either accelerate, or stall your growth as a person. These proven methods will expose the judgments and limitations that you have been imposing on yourself for far too long. In this inspiring book you'll discover: -How to understand the concept and application of self-compassion-The real benefits of self-compassion and why you need it in your life-How to harness self-compassion to shift into a growth mindset-Why spending time on yourself is not only unselfish, but essential to mental health-How to be less judgmental of yourself, and how to practice care-Critical tips for caring for yourself that no-one else has ever taught youYou have been your own worst enemy for too long. Imagine if you were your own best friend! Rediscovering self-compassion will help you embrace what is currently missing in your life. Today, you will choose yourself. You'll take the leap and learn how to break the chains of negative thought patterns that aren't getting you anywhere. Decide to reignite your self-compassion with this amazing guide. Get it now and learn how!Sample Excerpt from " Self-Compassion: The Secret of Self-Compassion - Learn Self-Compassion and Self-Love Using Tried-and-Tested, Proven Methods. "If you don't practice self-love and self-compassion, you cannot love or feel compassionate towards others.-Dalai LamaStrangely, most of us can easily express love, compassion, and dignity to others. But it seems to be quite a struggle to turn these important emotions inward. Many of us are led to believe loving and showing compassionate to ourselves is a form of self-indulgence.-I am such an idiot.-I am so bad at this.-Everyone seems to have understood this except me.-I am quite a horrible parent/friend/child/sibling.These negative thoughts about ourselves are a constant, endless chatter in our minds. They never seem to stop. Even when others find something nice to say about us, we tend to see a flaw through that praise.So for example, after a presentation, if someone said to you, "You did great today," many of us auto-tuned to reply with "Yes, but I wish I hadn't made so mistakes" or "I wish I could have done better" or something like this. This approach is not just a reflection of a lack of self-compassion but is also unwittingly a bit put-off for people who try to give you honest, positive feedback.So why is it we are so horrible at self-compassion and self-love? Typically, our inner self seems to be divided in its opinion about us. A part of our inner self is rooting for our happiness, supporting our efforts to achieve success in life. However, another part of this inner self is working against us, putting us down, persistent at being our worst enemy.This "inner critical voice" is continually trying to stop our progress, dent our confidence, and undermine our strengths for inexplicable reasons. This inner critique voice prevents us from pursuing our goals and penalizes mercilessly for our failures and mistakes. Our Book Covers the following topics: - Self-Compassion - Self Love - Self Love for Women - Self Love Healing - Self Love Experiment - Self Compassion - Love Yourself

Download or read book What to Do When Good Enough Isn t Good Enough written by Thomas S. Greenspon and published by Free Spirit Publishing. This book was released on 2007-03-15 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfectionism may seem like a worthy goal, but it’s actually a burden. When you believe you must be perfect, you live in constant fear of making mistakes. Most children don’t know what perfectionism is, yet many suffer from it. Nothing they do is ever good enough. School assignments are hard to start or hand in. Relationships are challenging, and self-esteem is low. Written to and for ages 9–13, this book helps kids understand how perfectionism hurts them and how to free themselves. Includes true-to-life vignettes, exercises, and a note to grown-ups.

Download or read book The ACT Workbook for Perfectionism written by Jennifer Kemp and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2021-12-01 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An innovative approach to help you maintain your high standards while also accepting mistakes with compassion and kindness. If you’re a perfectionist, you know there’s a helpful upside to pushing yourself toward excellence: achievement, success—and, hey, it can be fun and rewarding to work hard! But unhelpful perfectionism can just as easily work against you. It can prevent you from taking risks or trying new things out for fear of failure, judgment, or rejection; cause you to procrastinate; and make you feel like no matter what you achieve, you’ll never be good enough. Grounded in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), this workbook will help you discover what drives this ‘dark side’ of perfectionism, and develop the skills you need to overcome it—without lowering your standards. By leaning in to your values and treating yourself with kindness and compassion, you’ll learn to put mistakes in perspective without wallowing in self-criticism. Most importantly, you’ll find that you can allow for imperfection, without losing your drive to achieve. If you’re ready to stop unhealthy perfectionism from paralyzing your personal growth—and start embracing yourself as perfectly imperfect—this book will introduce you to a whole new you!

Download or read book Out of Love written by Marianne Ingheim and published by She Writes Press. This book was released on 2020-05-25 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all tell ourselves stories about who we are. Many of these stories are self-critical and disempowering. Through the practice of self-compassion, we can rewrite these stories and become more authentic and powerful versions of ourselves—transforming not only our own lives but also the lives of those around us. In short and personal pieces, Marianne Ingheim tells the story of how the practice of self-compassion has changed her life in ways big and small, helping her unlearn harsh self-criticism, survive multiple tragedies, and live more authentically. In the wake of a breast cancer diagnosis and her husband’s suicide, she discovers the power of self-compassionate storytelling and finds belonging within herself—and in doing so, she learns how to manage anxiety and stress, how to be authentic in relationships, and how to let go of comparison and be truly creative. Through stories and journaling prompts, Out of Love: Finding Your Way Back to Self-Compassion aims to inspire readers to unlearn the self-critical patterns holding them hostage—and begin to live a happier, more courageous life.

Download or read book Self Compassion written by Dr. Kristin Neff and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2011-04-19 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kristin Neff, Ph.D., says that it’s time to “stop beating yourself up and leave insecurity behind.” Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind offers expert advice on how to limit self-criticism and offset its negative effects, enabling you to achieve your highest potential and a more contented, fulfilled life. More and more, psychologists are turning away from an emphasis on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treatment of their patients—and Dr. Neff’s extraordinary book offers exercises and action plans for dealing with every emotionally debilitating struggle, be it parenting, weight loss, or any of the numerous trials of everyday living.

Download or read book The ACT Workbook for Perfectionism Build Your Best Imperfect Life Using Powerful Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Self Compassion Skills Larg written by Jennifer Kemp and published by ReadHowYouWant. This book was released on 2022-08-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perfectionism can have a helpful upside when it contributes to achievement and success. But unhelpful perfectionism can prevent us from taking risks or trying new things for fear of failure, judgment, or rejection-and ultimately keep us from reaching our highest goals. The innovative, evidence-based approach in this workbook will help readers struggling with perfectionism maintain their high standards while also accepting their mistakes with compassion and kindness.

Download or read book The Perfectionist s Dilemma written by Tara Cousineau and published by Crooked Lane Books. This book was released on 2025-01-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Break free of toxic perfectionism by cultivating emotional courage and self-compassion to face life's challenges with a 6-step program. In today’s high-pressure society, we are constantly fed a fable of individualism, exceptionalism, determination, and ingenuity, and taught a mythology of grin and bear it, no pain no gain, and hard work pays off, despite the fact that the conditions for success are unpredictable and ever changing. Psychologist Tara Cousineau claims that perfectionism is a paradox: It is the tension created by the need for belonging, a desire for excellence, and a quest for a meaningful and productive life. But perfectionism can be transformed by learning to connect both head and heart, replacing inner algorithms of comparison and criticism with self-acceptance and self-compassion. In The Perfectionist’s Dilemma, Cousineau introduces an innovative six-step solution based on the acronym EVOLVE: Embody the present moment. Validate your experience. Open your heart. Love your inner critic. Make a Vow Spark Energies of excellence To help readers overcome perfectionism and cultivate three essential resources—inner worth, inner humanity and inner leadership. Through storytelling and anecdotes from recovering perfectionists who have participated in Cousineau’s workshops, readers can learn to align mind, body, heart, and spirit—to become happy achievers.

Download or read book How to Overcome Perfectionism written by Kimberly W Sanford and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a society that frequently expects perfection, aiming for perfection can become an overwhelming endeavor. However, what if there was a means to escape the strangling clutches of perfectionism? With "How to Overcome Perfectionism," readers set out on a life-changing path toward resilience, self-acceptance, and personal development. You will discover practical methods for overcoming perfectionistic thought habits and developing self-compassion through a methodical approach. Each chapter gives readers useful strategies to break free from the perfectionist attitude and take back control of their lives, from embracing imperfection and setting realistic objectives to handling fear of failure and engaging in mindfulness practices. For anyone looking to break free from the chains of perfection, "How to Overcome Perfectionism" is a must-read. It is full of practical tips and motivating affirmations. This book offers direction, hope, and the promise of a better, more satisfying future for anyone, regardless of whether they are a high achiever aiming for excellence or someone immobilized by the dread of falling short. Learn the value of accepting imperfection, choosing progress over perfection, and leading a genuine, self-compassionate life. Bid farewell to the unrelenting quest for perfection and celebrate the beauty of your exquisite imperfection. It's time to escape the grip of perfectionism and set out on a path that leads to inner peace, resilience, and self-discovery. Start this journey by making a purchase!!!

Download or read book The Sense of an Ending written by Julian Barnes and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BOOKER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A novel that follows a middle-aged man as he contends with a past he never much thought about—until his closest childhood friends return with a vengeance: one of them from the grave, another maddeningly present. A novel so compelling that it begs to be read in a single setting, The Sense of an Ending has the psychological and emotional depth and sophistication of Henry James at his best, and is a stunning achievement in Julian Barnes's oeuvre. Tony Webster thought he left his past behind as he built a life for himself, and his career has provided him with a secure retirement and an amicable relationship with his ex-wife and daughter, who now has a family of her own. But when he is presented with a mysterious legacy, he is forced to revise his estimation of his own nature and place in the world.

Download or read book Nobody s Perfect written by Ellen Flanagan Burns and published by American Psychological Association. This book was released on 2021-12-03 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jill walked over and stood next to Sally. She played right before Sally in the recital. "I liked your pieces," Jill said. Sally said, "But I messed up on the second one. It sounded really bad." "Oh, I didn't notice," Jill said. She shrugged, "I made a couple of mistakes too. It's no big deal" Sally thought Jill was just trying to be nice. She couldn't remember Jill every making a mistake when she played. In fact, she made it look so easy all the time. After another sip of punch and a chocolate chip cookie, Sally was ready to leave. She wasn't in a very good mood and most of all she didn't want to face Mrs. Pratt. Sally felt like she had let her down. Sally Sanders is a perfectionist—if can’t she be the best, she feels like a failure. Sally procrastinates, shies away from new things, and constantly compares herself to others, convinced she’s not good enough. With the help of her teachers and mother, Sally learns how to relax and try new things without worrying so much about being the best. She can just be herself, and that is all she needs.

Download or read book Georgana s Secret written by Arlem Hawks and published by Proper Romance Regency. This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Regency romance set on the high seas"--

Download or read book The Secret River written by Kate Grenville and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2011 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Winner of the Commonwealth Writers Prize and Australian Book Industry Awards, Book of the Year. After a childhood of poverty and petty crime in the slums of London, William Thornhill is transported to New South Wales for the term of his natural life. With his wife Sal and children in tow, he arrives in a harsh land that feels at first like a de...

Download or read book When Breath Becomes Air written by Paul Kalanithi and published by Random House. This book was released on 2016-01-12 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • PULITZER PRIZE FINALIST • This inspiring, exquisitely observed memoir finds hope and beauty in the face of insurmountable odds as an idealistic young neurosurgeon attempts to answer the question What makes a life worth living? NAMED ONE OF PASTE’S BEST MEMOIRS OF THE DECADE • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • People • NPR • The Washington Post • Slate • Harper’s Bazaar • Time Out New York • Publishers Weekly • BookPage Finalist for the PEN Center USA Literary Award in Creative Nonfiction and the Books for a Better Life Award in Inspirational Memoir At the age of thirty-six, on the verge of completing a decade’s worth of training as a neurosurgeon, Paul Kalanithi was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. One day he was a doctor treating the dying, and the next he was a patient struggling to live. And just like that, the future he and his wife had imagined evaporated. When Breath Becomes Air chronicles Kalanithi’s transformation from a naïve medical student “possessed,” as he wrote, “by the question of what, given that all organisms die, makes a virtuous and meaningful life” into a neurosurgeon at Stanford working in the brain, the most critical place for human identity, and finally into a patient and new father confronting his own mortality. What makes life worth living in the face of death? What do you do when the future, no longer a ladder toward your goals in life, flattens out into a perpetual present? What does it mean to have a child, to nurture a new life as another fades away? These are some of the questions Kalanithi wrestles with in this profoundly moving, exquisitely observed memoir. Paul Kalanithi died in March 2015, while working on this book, yet his words live on as a guide and a gift to us all. “I began to realize that coming face to face with my own mortality, in a sense, had changed nothing and everything,” he wrote. “Seven words from Samuel Beckett began to repeat in my head: ‘I can’t go on. I’ll go on.’” When Breath Becomes Air is an unforgettable, life-affirming reflection on the challenge of facing death and on the relationship between doctor and patient, from a brilliant writer who became both.

Download or read book The Compassionate Achiever written by Christopher L. Kukk and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2017-03-07 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A powerful, practical guide for cultivating compassion—the scientifically proven foundation for personal achievement and success at work, at home, and in the community. For decades, we’ve been told the key to prosperity is to look out for number one. But recent science shows that to achieve durable success, we need to be more than just achievers; we need to be compassionate achievers. New research in biology, neuroscience, and economics have found that compassion—recognizing a problem or caring about another’s pain and making a commitment to help—not only improves others’ lives; it can transform our own. Based on the most recent studies from a wide range of fields, The Compassionate Achiever reveals the profound benefits of practicing compassion including more constructive relationships, improved intelligence, and increased resiliency. To help us achieve these benefits, Christopher L. Kukk, the founding Director of the Center for Compassion, Creativity and Innovation, shares his unique 4-step program for cultivating compassion. Kukk makes clear that practicing compassion isn’t about being a martyr or a paragon of virtue; it’s about rejecting rage and indifference and choosing instead to be a thoughtful, caring problem-solver. He identifies the skills every compassionate achiever should master—listening, understanding, connecting, and acting—and outlines how to develop each, with clear explanations, easy-to-implement strategies, actionable exercises, and real-world examples. With the The Compassionate Achiever everyone wins—we can each achieve success in our own lives and create more productive workplaces, and healthier, less violent communities.

Download or read book Icons of the American Comic Book 2 volumes written by Randy Duncan and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2013-01-29 with total page 947 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how the heroes and villains of popular comic books—and the creators of these icons of our culture—reflect the American experience out of which they sprang, and how they have achieved relevance by adapting to, and perhaps influencing, the evolving American character. Multiple generations have thrilled to the exploits of the heroes and villains of American comic books. These imaginary characters permeate our culture—even Americans who have never read a comic book grasp what the most well-known examples represent. But these comic book characters, and their creators, do more than simply thrill: they make us consider who we are and who we aspire to be. Icons of the American Comic Book: From Captain America to Wonder Woman contains 100 entries that provide historical background, explore the impact of the comic-book character on American culture, and summarize what is iconic about the subject of the entry. Each entry also lists essential works, suggests further readings, and contains at least one sidebar that provides entertaining and often quirky insight not covered in the main entry. This two-volume work examines fascinating subjects, such as how the superhero concept embodied the essence of American culture in the 1930s; and the ways in which comic book icons have evolved to reflect changing circumstances, values, and attitudes regarding cultural diversity. The book's coverage extends beyond just characters, as it also includes entries devoted to creators, publishers, titles, and even comic book related phenomena that have had enduring significance.

Download or read book The Ultimate Secrets of Total Self Confidence written by Dr. Robert Anthony and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The secret behind The Secret delivers a completely revised guidebook to success. Before Rhonda Byrnes delivered the blockbuster bestseller The Secret, Dr. Robert Anthony was delivering the principles of The Ultimate Secrets of Total Self-Confidence. Here Dr. Anthony, bestselling author of Think Big, reveals the secrets he has taught in seminars and workshops that have changed thousands of lives. Executives, star athletes, and celebrities know how total self-confidence can make one soar, and anyone can learn how to achieve it in their daily lives. The Ultimate Secrets of Total Self-Confidence features advice on: Tapping into creative imagination Clearing the mind of fear, worry, and guilt The best ways to communicate, and the art of small talk The simplest ways to get a perspective and set goals The joys and benefits of being different Now revised by the author, this is the book for advancement in career, family, love life, finances, and mental and physical health.