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Are you a picky eater? Do you worry that food will make you vomit
or choke? Do you find eating to be a chore? If yes, this book is
for you! Your struggles could be caused by Avoidant Restrictive
Food Intake Disorder (ARFID); a disorder characterized by eating a
limited variety or volume of food. You may have been told that you
eat like a child, but ARFID affects people right across the
lifespan, and this book is the first specifically written to
support adults. Join Drs. Jennifer Thomas, Kendra Becker, and
Kamryn Eddy - three ARFID experts at Harvard Medical School - to
learn how to beat your ARFID at home and unlock a healthier
relationship with food. Real-life examples show that you are not
alone, while practical tips, quizzes, worksheets, and structured
activities, take you step-by-step through the latest evidence-based
treatment techniques to support your recovery.
A unflinching memoir exploring the realities of marriage, care-giving, how we die and how we grieve.
After thirteen years together, Sarah Tarlow’s husband Mark began to suffer from an undiagnosed illness, which rapidly left him incapable of caring for himself. Life – an intense juggling act of a demanding job, young children and looking after a depressed and frustrated parner – became hard.
One day, five years after he first started showing symptoms, Mark waited for Sarah and their children to leave their home before ending his own life. Although Sarah had devoted her professional life as an archaeologist to the study of death and how we grieve, she found that nothing had prepared her for the reality of illness and the devastation of loss.
The Archaeology of Loss is a fiercely vulnerable, deeply intimate and yet unflinchingly direct memoir which describes a universal experience with a singular gaze. Told with humour, intelligence and urgency, its raw honesty offers profound consolation in difficult times.
'This honest and beautiful book is a story of resilience and doing
life your way' Fearne Cotton 'Kris's story should make you feel
grateful for every second you're alive. It's a testament to her
positivity, empathy, bravery and her unfailing sense of humour'
Dermot O'Leary 'A manifesto for how to be alive. It will leave you
calm, hopeful and unafraid' Dawn O'Porter Kris was living a totally
normal life as a twenty-three-year-old: travelling the world,
falling in love, making plans. However, when she found a lump in
her boob and was told that it was not only cancer, but also
incurable, life took on a completely new meaning. She was diagnosed
at an age when life wasn't something to be grateful for, but a
goddamn right. Little did Kris know it was cancer that would lead
her to a life she had never considered: a happy one. From founding
a charity to visiting Downing Street, campaigning at festivals to
appearing on TV, and being present at the birth of her nephew; in
the face of all the possible prognoses, Kris is surviving,
thriving, and resolutely living. Glittering a Turd is more than
just another cancer memoir; it's a handbook for living life to the
fullest, shining a new perspective on survival and learning to
glitter your own turd, whatever it might be. Kris has survived the
unsurvivable for twelve years. Here, she begins to discover why.
A practical, supportive and easy-to-read guide to help you
understand and overcome social anxiety, filled with helpful tips
and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here
to help. How to Understand and Deal with Social Anxiety is a
friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you
need to identify the source of your struggles, and to take
practical steps to reduce or manage the burden. By learning the
science behind social anxiety and understanding how it affects your
mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with
practical ways to manage the condition - including physical,
medical and therapeutic perspectives - this book will help you work
out the best ways you can support your mental health and improve
your overall well-being. By the end of this book, you will:
Understand the science behind social anxiety, how it manifests,
what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed
with physical and practical steps you can take to alleviate the
symptoms of social anxiety, from breathing exercises and healthy
lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping
mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when
social anxiety strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization and
breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies
available, and know how and when to seek professional help or
support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to
understand and manage social anxiety so that you can get back to
feeling like you again.
It's time to embrace the slower pace! There's no denying it -
you're OLD, but that comes with a lot of perks. You can say the
most outrageous things and somehow get away with it. You can dress
however you damn well please. And after learning from so many
mistakes, you're now as wise as you are wizened. It's your time to
recline, and this hilarious book will show you how it's done.
Ses jaar ná die verskyning van Bloedvreemd vertel Juliana Coetzer wat
hét geword van haar dogter, Anneke. In Bloedvreemd vertel die skrywer
hoe Anneke op sewejarige ouderdom ’n virus opgedoen wat haar brein
aangetas het, en geleidelik het sy verstandelik begin agteruitgaan. Die
werklikheid het egter nie stilgestaan nie. Ses jaar ná die boek vra
mense steeds – wat het geword van julle? Is Anneke oukei? Hoe maak ’n
mens met die voortdurende verlies, die agteruitgang?
Juliana Coetzer is ook ’n terapeut. Met 'n skreiend eerlike stem wat
voortdurend selfondersoek doen, skryf Juliana oor die verdere reis met
Anneke, nou al in haar vroeg dertigs. Sy kan al hoe minder praat, al
hoe minder verstaan, en steeds probeer sy haar onafhanklikheid behou.
Sover Juliana en haar eggenoot, Fanus, daartoe in staat is, probeer
hulle haar omhul in ’n wêreld met embarming en begrip. Maar elke dag
(en nag) bring sy eie, eindelose uitdagings.
Die kind se naam is Anneke is aangrypende leesstof vir enigiemand wat
al pyn/verlies ervaar het. Of jy ’n kind het of nie. En of jy
Bloedvreemd gelees het al dan nie.
In this essential book on gluten, Dr. Peter H. R. Green,
internationally renowned expert on celiac disease and director of
the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University, and acclaimed
medical writer Rory Jones reveal the real scientific story behind
the current gluten-free craze, identifying what is true and what is
just pseudoscience. In recent years, gluten has become a villain,
getting blamed for anything and everything from heart disease and
dementia to neuralgia and fatigue. Droves of people are adopting a
gluten-free lifestyle, believing it's healthier or that it will
help them lose weight and increase their energy. The diet, a
regimen once followed only by those diagnosed with celiac disease
(a serious autoimmune disorder caused by gluten), has become a
cure-all, "prescribed" not only by gastroenterologists but also by
dietitians, nutritionists, naturopaths, trainers, psychiatrists,
and neurologists, as well as by celebrities and media
personalities. Yet as Gluten Exposed reveals, there is little
scientific evidence to justify this trend. The latest medical
findings have shown that the majority of the information available
about the effects of gluten on the body is only partly correct, or
almost wholly incorrect. Green and Jones, authors of Celiac
Disease: A Hidden Epidemic, cut through the misinformation, false
claims, and widespread confusion over gluten. They examine the
connections between the gut, brain, and what you ingest (not just
gluten, but other food and drugs) to reveal what's really going on
in your body and your brain. They also bring to light the potential
dangers of going gluten-free. While the diet is a lifesaver for
those with celiac disease, for others it may injure health, rob the
body of essential nutrients, and mask real problems. In fact, one
of the biggest risks of going on a gluten-free diet without
properly testing for what is causing your symptoms is postponing or
missing a potentially serious diagnosis. Gluten Exposed provides an
in-depth examination of every symptom and condition associated with
gluten, how gluten works in the body, what a gluten-free diet
cures-and what it doesn't-and which drugs, supplements, and foods
can cause problems often blamed on gluten alone. It offers clear,
welcome guidance and a practical road map that can help anyone
achieve a healthier, symptom-free life.
'Empowering and cathartic' - Dr Tracy Cooper, International
Consultant on High Sensitivity 'Deeply moving and informative' -
Lily Bailey, author As an adolescent, Russell's face and neck would
turn crimson at the slightest thing. In his twenties he began
suffering from an extreme form of blushing (idiopathic craniofacial
erythema). It sent out all the wrong signals - to friends, family
and to the opposite sex. And it triggered something worse: Social
Anxiety Disorder. Up to one in 10 people develop this irrational
fear of other human beings. From university to the workplace,
Russell desperately tried to hide his secret from everyone. In an
attempt to be 'normal,' he grabbed every remedy going, from drugs
to herbs to bottles of absinthe. Through trial and error, he
discovered a way to overcome social anxiety and live a fulfilling
and rich life. By turns wry and shocking, dark and optimistic,
Redface is the eye-opening true story of how one man found his own
way forward in a world built for others. It will fascinate readers
who are socially anxious, their friends and family, and anyone who
wants to know what it's like to travel to the edge of human
experience and back. Read this memoir and discover how to conquer
your social anxiety and learn how to be yourself. Reviews
'Immersive and raw in its emotional intensity, Norris's Redface
invites us into his private world of avoidance, compensation and
adaptation. Ultimately culminating in a deep awareness of himself
and the world he moves through, it's empowering and cathartic for
everyone who has experienced SAD.' - Dr Tracy Cooper, International
Consultant on High Sensitivity 'Deeply moving and informative. I
raced through it. Norris's portrayal of the cyclical struggle of
Social Anxiety Disorder is stunning. This book is the perfect
response to anyone who's ever said "don't we all get anxious about
socialising?"' - Lily Bailey, Because We Are Bad: OCD and a Girl
Lost in Thought Extract Chapter 1: Closed Door I'm hovering just in
front of a closed door. It's in the office building where I work. I
can see through the window of the door into the room beyond it. I'm
listening carefully for approaching voices. As soon as another
person comes into view, I'll have to make a snap decision: commit
and go through that door or abort and quickly walk away from it,
surreptitiously double back at some point, then try to hold my
nerve for a second attempt. I've been doing this in secret for my
entire career and if I could calculate exactly how much time I've
lost in this state of limbo, all the seconds, minutes and hours
spent holding back in hallways or pacing back and forth just behind
closed doors, it might add up to a lifetime. And a waste of one.
Because there's nothing out of the ordinary on the other side of
those doors.... meeting rooms, breakout spaces, team and coffee
points, just spaces designed to help people work together. But
people is the key word. On the other side of every door there will
be people. People I know. People who know me. People I'm about to
meet. People who've yet to meet me. And once I'm on the other side
there's no turning back. ... Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is
formally classed as a mental disorder, which affects millions of
people worldwide - and up to 10%of the UK population. It can
manifest itself in many ways. Symptoms often surface as secondary
phobias, ranging from a fear of eating or writing in front of
others to a fear of being watched in a public bathroom. For me,
social anxiety plays out on my skin... Its symptom is called
Idiopathic Craniofacial Erythema, which means uncontrollable and
unprovoked facial blushing. They are the evil twins who constantly
embarrass me. If you have social anxiety, this book is for you. If
you've never heard of social anxiety, this book is for you. I've
been quietly avoiding people all my life, hesitating behind a door.
But I'm pushing that door wide open now. And I'm coming through it.
To talk to you.
"It takes grit and wit to keep standing when your skin doesn't fit
the way it used to, when you think someone stole your car but in
truth you forgot where you parked it, when your grandchild looks at
your figure and observes, 'Grandma, you look like a teenager-
except for your face!'" -Karen O'Connor This second volume of
Gettin' Old Ain't for Wimps celebrates the most beloved stories of
acclaimed humorist Karen O'Connor. These funny and relatable tales
of fellow Baby Boomers navigating their Golden Years will encourage
you to cherish every antic and adventure that comes with growing
older. Gettin' Old Ain't for Wimps Volume 2 is a heartfelt, joyful
reminder to keep living to the fullest, no matter how much life
you've got behind you. In addition to Karen's signature wit and
wisdom, you'll find scriptures and prayers to nurture your spirit
and remind you to keep your eyes on the One who made you, who
numbered your days, and who promises that He will never leave nor
forsake you, right up to your last breath-and beyond!
In this inspiring masterpiece, bestselling author Susan Cain shows the power of the "bittersweet" -- the outlook that values the experiences of loss and pain, which can lead to growth and beauty. Understanding bittersweetness can change the way we work, the way we create and the way we love.
Each chapter helps us navigate an issue that define our lives, from love to death and from authenticity to creativity. Using examples ranging from music and cinema to parenting and business, as well as her own life and the latest academic research, she shows how understanding bittersweetness will allow us, in a flawed world, to accept the loss of past identities; to fully embrace the loves we have; and to weather life's transitions.
Bittersweet reveals that vulnerability and even melancholy can be strengths, and that embracing our inevitable losses makes us more human and more whole. This is a book for those who have felt a piercing joy at the beauty of the world; who react intensely to art and nature; and in a culture that celebrates toughness, who yearn for a wiser and more meaningful world. For bittersweetness is the hidden source of our love stories, moonshots and masterpieces.
The worst thing that a parent can ever go through is the loss of a
child. The pain, the emptiness, the guilt and the sadness that you
feel, is like no other. Does it get any easier? Yes, it does. Will
your heart ever mend? Yes, it will. But it does take time to heal.
Jenny lost her little girl twenty-eight years ago - a long time.
But had she healed? Not as much as she thought. That was until she
decided to write this book and share her story with the world. "I'm
sharing this heartbreaking time of my life to let other parents
know that it's okay to feel the way they do. I want to let people
know that talking about their feelings, their sorrow, their
worries, their pain - but also their joy, could help them to grieve
and be more at peace with themselves and the world around them -
just like I have!" - Jenny Ford This book supports Child
Bereavement UK by making a donation from every book sold. Please
help Jenny to support this worthy cause.
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