Download or read book Making Peace with Imperfection written by Elliot D. Cohen and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Demanding perfection in everything you do can create a life of stress, worry, and overload. With this essential self-help guide, you’ll learn to escape the perfectionism trap and cultivate unconditional self-acceptance in an imperfect world. Are you a perfectionist? Do you wear this title like a badge of honor, even though it creates needless stress in your life? Ironically, the stress you create by demanding perfection from yourself and others can actually make it harder to achieve your goals in the long run. It can also alienate you from friends, family, and coworkers. So, how can you escape the perfectionism trap and start living a life of self-compassion? In this informative and practical resource, author Elliot Cohen reveals the eleven types of perfectionism, and gives you the tools and skills you need to move past this distressing mind set before it leads to chronic stress, anxiety, anger, or even depression. Using strategies grounded in evidence-based rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), you’ll discover how your perfectionism is actually a result of irrational beliefs, learn to challenge these beliefs, and replace negative thoughts with compassionate ones. Being a perfectionist can affect virtually every decision you make, and every action you take—leading to a life of perpetual stress. This book can help you put a stop to the absolutist thinking behind your perfectionism and take steps toward a calmer, more balanced way of being.
Download or read book The Art of Imperfection written by Véronique Vienne and published by Clarkson Potter Publishers. This book was released on 1999 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated with 25 beautiful duotone photos, this new book by the author of "The Art of Doing Nothing" teaches readers how to celebrate--and even enjoy!!--the flaws that make them unique, interesting, and lovable.
Download or read book Wabi Sabi written by Mark Reibstein and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2009-05-27 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wabi Sabi, a little cat in Kyoto, Japan, had never thought much about her name until friends visiting from another land asked her owner what it meant. At last, the master Says, "That's hard to explain." And That is all she says. This unsatisfying answer sets Wabi Sabi on a journey to uncover the meaning of her name, and on the way discovers what wabi sabi is: a Japanese philosophy of seeing beauty in simplicity, the ordinary, and the imperfect. Using spare text and haiku, Mark Reibstein weaves an extraordinary story about finding real beauty in unexpected places. Caldecott Medal-winning artist Ed Young complements the lyrical text with breathtaking collages. Together, they illustrate the unique world view that is wabi sabi. A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book for 2008!
Download or read book An Imperfect Woman written by Kim Hyland and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2018-02-06 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women are bombarded with ideas of perfection--and tips for how to achieve it--every day. From her work to her looks to her parenting, today's modern woman is expected to strive to be picture perfect in every way. As a result, calls for authenticity and imperfection are on the rise. Yet, deep down, most of us still want to achieve perfection. Why? The desire to be perfect, says Kim Hyland, is actually a God-given urge. After all, we were made for Eden. But there is a difference between perfection and perfectionism, which is our attempt to achieve perfection on our own, by our own strength, and for our own purposes--the original temptation in the Garden. In this freeing book, Hyland offers women a stirring manifesto for acknowledging their limitations and embracing the perfection of God through his grace. This is a book for every woman who gives 110% and yet feels shame when one little thing goes wrong.
Download or read book Simply Imperfect written by Robyn Griggs Lawrence and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and updated edition of The Wabi-Sabi House recounts the history of this aesthetic philosophy and reveals ways to introduce it into your home. The ancient Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi is about appreciating simplicity and letting go of the superficial—the perfect antidote to modern consumerism and perfectionism. In 2004, author Robyn Griggs Lawrence helped popularize wabi-sabi in North America with her book The Wabi-Sabi House. In Simply Imperfect, Lawrence shows that wabi-sabi is far more than a style of home décor. It’s a state of mind—a way of living modestly in the moment, stripping away the unnecessary, and finding satisfaction in everyday things. Tracing the rich history of wabi-sabi from its Zen Buddhist roots to the present day, this beautifully-illustrated book also offers tips on: Clearing clutter and blocking noise Integrating salvaged and recycled materials Making and growing things yourself (or supporting local artisans who do) Taking time and space for self-reflection
Download or read book I Thought It Was Just Me but it Isn t written by Brené Brown and published by Avery. This book was released on 2008 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 2007 with the title: I thought it was just me: women reclaiming power and courage in a culture of shame.
Download or read book Coming to Peace with Science written by Darrel R. Falk and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2004-04-06 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bringing together a biblically based understanding of creation and the most current research in biology, Darrel R. Falk outlines a new paradigm for relating the claims of science to the truths of Christianity.
Download or read book Tikkun Reader written by Michael Lerner and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2007 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tikkun (teokun): To heal, repair, and transform the world. The Tikkun Reader is a collection of the best of Tikkun magazine from the past 20 years, providing the most cohesive collection of writings that articulate the progressive, left leaning religious perspective on the some of the most important issues in politics, culture, and society facing both Jews and non-Jews today. It includes contributions by such people as Naomi Wolf, Arthur Green, Harvey Cox, Amitai Etzioni, Daniel Berrigan, Neale Donald Walsch, Cornel West, Vandana Shiva, Dennis Kucinich, Jim Wallis, Deepak Chopra, and Noam Chomsky.
Download or read book Unperfekt Perfekt written by Yashika Karamchandani and published by Droplets of ink publication . This book was released on 2022-02-17 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It is always said, “Perfection is annihilation. It paralyzes us from working from the heart.” You are not Perfect. No one ever is. But you are a unique creation of God. You’re Imperfectly Perfect, a beautiful mess. Life itself is never perfect, a beautiful fantasy, a messy mixture, an unexpected dream. And the people we cross paths with, in our life, the memories we create, feelings, emotions, moments all are beautifully flawed. Humans by nature are not perfect and imperfections are what make the world beautiful. Embrace your imperfections and fall in love with your flaws. Cause ‘Imperfections make you Perfect.’ Numerous writers have penned down their beautiful imperfections and how their Life is “Unperfekt Perfekt”.
Download or read book Growing a Courageous Heart written by Wendy J. Mahill and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2009-05 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing a Courageous Heart is a Christ-centered curriculum for women in recovery for all types of eating disorders. It provides clear definitions of eating disorders and explores the physical damage they cause, their protective denial systems, their root causes, and their cognitive processes. It also explores, emotional, relational and spiritual damage caused by eating disorders and provides practical tools for overcoming them. The curriculum could be used in support groups or in one-one therapy sessions. Even those who struggle with disordered eating patterns and body image problems would also benefit from studying this material. This curriculum will help eating disorder survivors grow in their relationship with God and with others as they courageously face fears concerning food, relationships, life, and body image. It'll help remove the shame of having eating disorders as women learn to depend on God for healing in this area of their lives. "Growing a Courageous Heart is packed with incredible material to assist those suffering with disordered eating. Wendy addresses the physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual struggles that people face daily. While Growing a Courageous Heart is user friendly, it addresses the deeper complexities unique to eating disorders. Many of my clients have successfully worked through the book, some individually and others in a group setting. I highly recommend Wendy's book for those needing help to overcome disordered eating patterns." Nancy Keller, MFT "Wendy Mahill has created another great tool for healing. Just like Growing A Passionate Heart for sexual abuse, Growing A Courageous Heart for eating disorders is thorough, grace-filled, and a giant step on the road to healing and living free." Steve Arterburn Founder and Chairman of New Life Ministries Founder of the Women of Faith(R) Conferences
Download or read book Logic Based Therapy and Consultation written by Elliot D. Cohen and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2024-08-15 with total page 421 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Logic-Based Therapy & Consultation (LBTC) is a popular modality of philosophical counseling developed by philosopher Elliot D. Cohen and the first one to have undergone a randomized, controlled efficacy study. Logic-Based Therapy and Consultation: Theory and Applications brings together leading LBTC researchers, trainers, and practitioners to provide the latest account of its theory and apply it to diverse populations including persons with mental health issues, children, athletes, persons with drug and alcohol addictions, persons in a detention center, human services workers, and adolescents. Edited by Elliot D. Cohen, S Zinaich Jr., Himani Chaukar, and Florin Lobont, this collection shows how religious and philosophical traditions from East to West can be used with LBTC to inspire meaningful life change, tackle social issues such as civic conflict, and even attain romantic love. Spanning forty years of research and development, this book should interest instructors of philosophy, religion, psychotherapy, and related areas; social workers and human services/mental health providers; philosophical counselors and consultants; and anyone interested in learning about this versatile approach to coping constructively with problems of living.
Download or read book Love for Imperfect Things written by Haemin Sunim and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-12-24 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Susan Cain, New York Times bestselling author of Quiet: "The world could surely use a little more love, a little more compassion, and a little more wisdom. In Love for Imperfect Things, Haemin Sunim shows us how to cultivate all three, and to find beauty in the most imperfect of things--including your very own self." A #1 internationally bestselling book of spiritual wisdom about learning to love ourselves, with all our imperfections, by the Buddhist author of The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down Hearing the words "be good to yourself first, then to others" was like being struck by lightning. Many of us respond to the pressures of life by turning inward and ignoring problems, sometimes resulting in anxiety or depression. Others react by working harder at the office, at school, or at home, hoping that this will make ourselves and the people we love happier. But what if being yourself is enough? Just as we are advised on airplanes to take our own oxygen first before helping others, we must first be at peace with ourselves before we can be at peace with the world around us. In this beautiful follow-up to his international bestseller The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down, Zen Buddhist monk Haemin Sunim turns his trademark wisdom to the art of self-care, arguing that only by accepting yourself--and the flaws that make you who you are--can you have compassionate and fulfilling relationships with your partner, your family, and your friends. With more than thirty-five full-color illustrations, Love for Imperfect Things will appeal to both your eyes and your heart, and help you learn to love yourself, your life, and everyone in it. When you care for yourself first, the world begins to find you worthy of care.
Download or read book Queiting Your Brain written by Adesh Silva and published by Adesh Silva. This book was released on 2019-12-04 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover how to silence your inner critic, counteract your brain's bias towards negativity and learn how to rewire your mind to be happy and calm with proven, time-tested techniques! Do you often get stuck in a negative loop of toxic emotions and tend to endlessly ruminate over hurt feelings? Is the stress of your daily life draining the joy and happiness out of living? Are sick of paralyzing anxiety and panic attacks holding you to ransom? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. In this eye-opening and practical book, Adesh Silva skips the fluff common in most self-help books and shows you powerful habits you can use to "hack" your biology and your mind, helping you to effectively deal with stress and other mental disorders in your everyday life. Here's a snippet of what you're going to discover among the eye-opening pages of Quieting Your Brain: Everything you need to know about the stress response and how your brain to identifies and deals with stress Effective ways to master your emotions and stop yourself from rash outbursts in the heat of the moment How to come to terms with your shortcomings and make peace with your imperfections Surefire ways to develop rock-solid confidence and self-esteem Failsafe ways to deal with the toxic emotions of regret and guilt and learn to forgive yourself Foolproof methods to get rid of anxiety and panic attacks that work like gangbusters How to unleash the power of self-talk to strengthen your mind ...and tons more! Whether you currently struggle with ridding yourself of negative inner chatter or are looking for field-tested ways to eliminate mental clutter and combat anxiety and panic attacks, Quieting Your Brain contains all the insights and actionable advice you need to gain inner peace and start enjoying your life. Scroll to the top of the page and click the "Buy Now" button to get started today!
Download or read book Take Control Of Your Day written by Adesh Silva and published by Adesh silva. This book was released on 2019-12-28 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover how to silence your inner critic, counteract your brain's bias towards negativity and learn how to rewire your mind to be happy and calm with proven, time-tested techniques! Do you often get stuck in a negative loop of toxic emotions and tend to endlessly ruminate over hurt feelings? Is the stress of your daily life draining the joy and happiness out of living? Are sick of paralyzing anxiety and panic attacks holding you to ransom? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. In this eye-opening and practical book, Adesh Silva skips the fluff common in most self-help books and shows you powerful habits you can use to "hack" your biology and your mind, helping you to effectively deal with stress and other mental disorders in your everyday life. Here's a snippet of what you're going to discover among the eye-opening pages of Take Control Of Your Day: Everything you need to know about the stress response and how your brain to identifies and deals with stress Effective ways to master your emotions and stop yourself from rash outbursts in the heat of the moment How to come to terms with your shortcomings and make peace with your imperfections Surefire ways to develop rock-solid confidence and self-esteem Failsafe ways to deal with the toxic emotions of regret and guilt and learn to forgive yourself Foolproof methods to get rid of anxiety and panic attacks that work like gangbusters How to unleash the power of self-talk to strengthen your mind Just for purchasing this book as a bonus you will receive my second book Shut Up and Focus 6 time-wasting traps you probably fall for way too often 3 tips for starting your day like the most successful business people of the worldHow giving up just one thing can make your productivity skyrocket...and tons more! Whether you currently struggle with ridding yourself of negative inner chatter or are looking for field-tested ways to eliminate mental clutter and combat anxiety and panic attacks, Take Control Of Your Day contains all the insights and actionable advice you need to gain inner peace and start enjoying your life. Scroll to the top of the page and click the "Buy Now" button to get started today!
Download or read book Imperfection written by Patrick Grant and published by Athabasca University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "... aspirations to perfection awaken us to our actual imperfection." It is in the space between these aspirations and our inability to achieve them that Grant reflects upon imperfection. Grant argues that an awareness of imperfection, defined as both suffering and the need for justice, drive us to an unrelenting search for perfection, freedom, and self-determination. The twenty-one brief chapters of Imperfection develop this governing idea as it relates to the present situation of the God debate, modern ethnic conflicts, and the pursuit of freedom in relation to the uncertainties of personal identity and the quest for self-determination.
Download or read book Tales of a Silver Haired Volunteer written by Carole Howard and published by Gatekeeper Press. This book was released on 2016-06-10 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When she retired, Carole Howard took a surprising – some might call it radical – giant step out of her comfort zone. With little idea of what to expect, she overcame her usual risk-aversion and volunteered with her husband to be management consultants for a non-profit in Senegal, West Africa. The experience was so life-affirming they did it again the following year in Uganda. And then three more times after that, in Namibia, Thailand, and Ghana, each time for two months. Her adventure was simultaneously an outward journey (of miles and cultures) and an inward journey (of small victories and self-discovery). While she knew she couldn’t save the world, she found that doing one thing for one person or organization in one place is the next best thing. TALES OF A SILVER-HAIRED VOLUNTEER is a personal memoir that is inspiring, written with a light (sometimes hilarious) touch. She now knows the answers to the questions she posed above...... and a whole lot more.
Download or read book Wabi sabi for Artists Designers Poets Philosophers written by Leonard Koren and published by Imperfect Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beskrivelse: Wabi-sabi is a beauty of things imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete. It is a beauty of things modest and humble. It is a beauty of things unconventional.
