Self-Help
November 2024
New & Noteworthy
Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears us Down
by Corey Keyes

Building on decades of research, a sociologist explores the concept of languishing, which wears away our sense of purpose, its impact on our well-being and its societal roots, offering a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing this pervasive condition. 
Rewire: Break the Cycle, Alter Your Thoughts and Create Lasting Change
by Nicole Vignola

A neuroscientist and online sensation offers this insightful guide in which she explains why you're subconsciously programmed to repeat certain habits and how you can rewire your brain to change unwanted behavior to reach your fullest potential and create the best version of yourself.
New Happy: Getting Happiness Right in a World That's Got it Wrong
by Stephanie Harrison

In New Happy, happiness expert and wildly popular Instagram artist Stephanie Harrison shares her groundbreaking new philosophy of happiness. With illuminating artwork, inspiring stories, and ten years' worth of research, this eye-opening guide will help you find your authentic self and use it to help others.
Raising Resilience: How to Help Our Children Thrive in Times of Uncertainty
by Tovah P. Klein

Drawing on research on trauma and its impact on emotional and intellectual development, an expert on child development, in this timely and hopeful new approach, offers parents five strategies for raising children who are motivated, resourceful, caring and resilient—all of what's needed in an ever-changing world.
Motivation in Motion
The Art of the Straight Line: My Tai Chi
by Lou Reed

A stunning, richly illustrated book of essential wisdom-covering Tai chi, mindfulness, creativity, and the art of living and dying from rock icon Lou Reed, edited by his wife, the artist Laurie Anderson. 
Yoga Mind: Journey Beyond the Physical
by Suzan Colón

Helping to unite body, mind and heart, a yoga instructor and former senior editor at O, The Oprah Magazine, delving into the spiritual philosophy behind yoga, presents 30 essential components to enrich one's practice, increase self-awareness and inner balance throughout the day and cultivate resilience in challenging times. 
Total Meditation: Practices in Living the Awakened Life
by Deepak Chopra

With this book, Deepak Chopra elevates the practice of meditation to a life-changing quest for higher consciousness and a more fulfilling existence. He also incorporates new research on meditation and its benefits, provides practical awareness exercises, and concludes with a 52-week program of meditations.
Pilates & Yoga: A Dynamic Combination for Maximum Effect; Simple Exercises to Tone and Strengthen Your Body
by Emily Kelly

A complete sourcebook of yoga and Pilates exercises to tone and strengthen the body and calm the mind, with step-by-step guidance and sequences for all levels.
Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics: A 10% Happier How-to Book
by Dan Harris

The co-anchor of Nightline and author of the best-selling 10% Happier presents a lighthearted, practical guide to meditation that debunks the myths, misconceptions and self-deceptions that make everyday people reluctant to participate.
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