Controlling FearAttacks – Stop Them Now And Forever

Controlling FearAttacks – Stop Them Now And Forever The anxiety disorder itself can be really detrimental to your contentment and overall general health if not handled. Some victims do not experience any physical indications of the disorder until the panic episode occurs.Physical manifestations of the difficulty may cause intense cases of anxiety. In this article, we’ll examine the meaning of anxiety and learn new ideas of possible treatments to rid ourselves of stress and panic attacks

In Pursuit of Happiness Finding Genuine Fulfillment in Life

In Pursuit of Happiness Finding Genuine Fulfillment in Life

By examining 9 different personality types, James Houston shows that true contentment is possible, and is shaped by the kind of people we are and the way we live. Awareness of our personality types helps us understand what makes us happy–and unhappy.

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Its Easy to Be Happy Finding Harmony and Contentment Every Day

Its Easy to Be Happy Finding Harmony and Contentment Every Day

At the age of twenty-one, Isabell Kratz gave up her baby son for adoption. Haunted for years with grief and guilt, she tried in vain to eradicate these overwhelming feelings. Looking for the love of her life to rescue her, she married a man who fought his demons with heavy drinking. During her dysfunctional marriage, she felt that she was a victim of her life

Top 10 Ways to Be Happy at Work

Author : Ben Welch Sometimes it's hard to find happiness at work Maybe your work isn't fulfilling Maybe it's because of your co-workers Then again, maybe it's your own negative attitude The truth is that finding happiness - or at least contentment - shouldn't be that difficult Here are ten suggestions of how to start 1 Try to be optimistic Optimism means having a positive outlook in even the worst situations And despite what others may say, optimism can be learned With regards to yo

Top 10 Ways to Be Happy at Work

Author : Ben Welch Sometimes it's hard to find happiness at work Maybe your work isn't fulfilling Maybe it's because of your co-workers Then again, maybe it's your own negative attitude The truth is that finding happiness - or at least contentment - shouldn't be that difficult Here are ten suggestions of how to start 1 Try to be optimistic Optimism means having a positive outlook in even the worst situations And despite what others may say, optimism can be learned With regards to yo

Awakening from Grief Finding the Way Back to Joy

Awakening from Grief Finding the Way Back to Joy

“A must read for the soul. If you are grieving, this book will comfort you. If not, it will prepare you for that which is not small stuff.”

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5 Stars Awakening from Grief, Fining the Road Back to Joy

John Welshons is an amazing author. His first book, Awakening from Grief, has brought so much peace and healing to my family, friends and myself. With every turn of a page, I felt more and more blessed to have met John and been touched by his gift of healing the soul.

5 Stars THE FINEST BOOK I’VE READ ON THIS SUBJECT!
This book offers us a unique and precious opportunity to open our hearts to the fullness of our human predicament. John Welshons’ approach is both incredibly loving, and - at times - breathtakingly honest. He is an extraordinarily gifted writer, a wonderful meditation teacher, and a wise and compassionate counselor. He seems to have a basic trust in our inherent inner strength and wisdom. He skillfully guides us to finding a place of quiet, loving contentment within ourselves in spite of all of the curve-balls life often throws at us. Through sharing some amazing experiences of loss and disappointment in his own life, he demonstrates - repeatedly - how to find real and lasting joy in spite of life’s uncertainties. This book is a wonderfully accessible expression of the very same wisdom shared by Stephen Levine, Pema Chodron, and Elisabeth Kubler-Ross . . . in a somewhat less esoteric and more immediately comprehensible form. Awakening from Grief has changed my life. I hope you will allow it to work its magic on you!

5 Stars A True Comfort
It’s been six years since I first read Awakening from Grief. I went through it slowly to savor all the support and advice and to write notes in the column. I hadn’t lost anyone in that period, but still found the book gripping and useful. When my friend’s brother died, I felt helpless, and rushed to the bookstore to buy and send a copy of this book to her. She read it in one day and was inspired to write a poem, which she shared at her brother’s service.

Since then, I’ve made it a point to purchase a copy of this book for loved ones going through loss. When my father died last year, I re-read passages, and two entries were read at his services. So many people remarked how moving they found John Welshons’ words. My brothers and I are donating two copies to the hospice ward, where our father spent the last moments of his life with us. The hospice social worker Xeroxed a copy of the poem (”… And no relationship created in love can ever die.”) to display in the “family room” as she found it a true comfort.

This book sits on my bookshelf and is read over and over again. Another copy is in my lending library for anyone in need to borrow. I, and so many others, are grateful for the comfort found within these pages, which help us to find comfort within our hearts.

5 Stars My light at the end of the tunnel
I found this book incredibly helpful when I was dealing with the death of my husband on 9/11. Even over 5 years later, I still refer to it for inspiration and have found the words to still ring true. I have found my way back to joy and this book offered me the light at the end of the tunnel during my long journey. I am forever indebted to John for his words.

2 Stars disappointing
A friend who lost her husband was helped quite a lot by this book, so I can’t be too critical here. And judging by many rave reviews it has helped folks. However, I found very little unique material. If you’ve read a number of “self-help” books such as works by Pema Chodron, Eckhart Tolle, S. Levine, you know what deep, moving and inspiring books are like. This seemed too obvious, comprised of near-platitudes. I hope that anyone who is grieving and looking for help might do a little more research, or maybe just get this one from the library before buying.

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Happiness for Two 75 Secrets for Finding More Joy Together

Happiness for Two 75 Secrets for Finding More Joy Together

Pursuing happiness sounds easy, but with so many demands on our time and resources, it can be a challenge. So, how do we find happiness in a relationship—when there are two people who want and deserve to be happy?

Help is here, from a beloved (and blissfully married) lifestyle philosopher whose books and lectures on personal contentment have helped millions and whose popular Happiness Weekends are filled with dating singles, newlyweds, and long-married couples. In brief, readable essays rich in wisdom, practical strategies, and humor, Alexandra Stoddard shows how two people can be happy together, not at each other’s expense.

Alexandra’s essays help couples make personal happiness a priority (”Encourage each other to do something every day that will boost happiness”), connect in simple, powerful ways (”Give the gift of eye contact”), share decisions (”A home has no boss”), set family priorities (”Don’t let children control you”), expand your horizons (”Encourage adventure”), be grateful for each other (”Treat each encounter as though it could be your last”), and have fun (”Live a little!”).

Perfect for couples to read alone or together, Happiness for Two brims with useful ideas to help us “love and live happy.”

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5 Stars great book
This is a great book for anyone looking to improve their relationship with their spouse/partner. I highly recommend it. I especially liked the first chapter on treasuring every moment. It will make you think how much your spouse means to you when you really realize they will die on you someday.

5 Stars Our Way to Boost Our Marital Happiness
My spouse and I bought this book at one of our favorite boutique style stores. We have an amazing relationship already, but we know there are always ways to make it even better, especially when we easily get caught up in the daily grind of work and raising our three kids. After we purchased it we decided to read a chapter or two each night to one another while curled up in bed.

The book is insightful and inspiring. Some chapters simply confirm what we already know and do, while others have helped us to express our thoughts to one another better. In it we can see our own strengths and weaknesses and how even the simpliest thing can have a profound effect on our relationship. It’s already inspired us to do things to boost our happiness both individually and as a couple. Alone, together as Alexandra would say.

For those with children still at home, it’s good to keep in perspective that the book is written by a woman with children who are already grown so the author’s suggestions may seem a bit ‘off’ at times even if we still agree with what she has to say in general.

Overall, we enjoy the book, feel inspired, and it’s an easy read.

3 Stars Happiness for Two
This wasn’t as insightful as many of the other books by Alexandra Stoddard. It was an easy read, and I did find it enjoyable. I expected a little more depth. All around it wasn’t a bad way to spend a rainy afternoon. I’m ready for another decorating book from her.

5 Stars ALEXANDRA STODDARD’S WONDERFUL ADVICE ON HAPPINESS FOR TWO
Four and a half INTRIGUING Stars!! A very interesting, approachable self-help book with lots of solid advice! Author/lecturer/interior designer/philosopher Alexandra Stoddard’s latest book, “Happiness for Two”, ‘ups the ante’ from her last book, “You Are Your Choices” which dealt with advice on individual satisfaction in living “the good life”. The book on “Happiness for Two” begins with a 3 sentence dedication to “Peter” that is so heartfelt, specific, and sincere that couples who are not able to currently write such a salutation to their own lover may want to dive into this book headfirst to find out what they’ve been missing. And as I stated in the review of her previous book, we men benefit from hearing the thoughts of a keen-thinking woman, happily-married for over 34 years, who has already dealt with complex interpersonal relations in her own life. BTW, Peter returns the compliments with his own note, which is entirely in keeping with Ms Stoddard’s approach that couples should return compliments.

Ms Stoddard uses short topical essays, 75 of them this time. Will it work for everyone? Much of it should. She maintains “Happiness for two requires two sensitive, loving souls who understand their own potential for wholeness individually”. That alone may exclude some people, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t give this book & counseling & their religion & whatever else, a chance to make them better as a couple. A wide range of topics are covered in the book. From “Treat Each Day As Though It Could Be Your Last” (seems so simple but do we do it?) to “Go On Vacations Alone, Together” (great idea!) to “Assume More Responsibility at Home” (can Alexandra really spackle and tile? I’m impressed!) to “….Spirituality” (somewhat of a disappointment) to “Kindness and Diplomacy….” (spot on) and finally “Your Happiness Is Up To You” (a great wrap-up of ideas with a startling concept about happiness based on Alexandra’s research). Then there are Chapters 22, 32, 44, and 52 which are ‘biggies’ that I enthusiastically agree with, but I’ll let the reader discover them on their own. I don’t agree with everything in the book, but most of the time she is on target. Read it and then pass this book on to that special person in your life and remember YMMV (your mileage may vary). This book is highly informative and may generate some controversy. Highly Recommended. “Love & Live Happy”, indeed. Four and a half INSPIRING Stars! (This review is based on a secure eBook digital download)

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