Like cancer untreated, PTSD can kill-if not the body- the mind and soul. Linda King has portrayed, in real-time, what it is like to live with full-blown Post-traumatic stress disorder. She hopes to help to those who have carried the burdens of PTSD for years, and give the younger reader hope that will erase guilt and shame.

A self-help book is, ideally, just that. Linda's book is full of gems. Self-taught, she has gained the insight and wisdom not only to heal herself but others as well. She describes her long journey from barely surviving to thriving. Traumatic childhood events can shatter us in countless ways. Posttraumatic stress disorder impacts all aspects of the developing persona. For those who suffer PTSD, this book offers many "aha's" toward wholeness and self-recovery: emotional, physical and, miraculously, spiritual. I believe you will find comfort here that helps you make the journey.

Terry Lynne Dushan, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)

Linda King has creatively fused psychology, spirituality and humor as she takes us on her healing journey in "With My Face to the Wind." While sharing some of her personal tragedies, she weaves in just enough verifiable psychological content (without causing brain freeze) to know that she's done her homework. Her wit and humor shine through just in the nick of time...

Rhonda B. Holmes,

Author, The WORD Diet

A tidy mind is a calm mind. Through a series of easy-to-follow tips, this book will help you clear your mental clutter, improve your clarity and find peace. Do you ever feel frazzled and unable to concentrate? Are you drained by the never-ending to-do list in your head? Would you like to feel more in control? If the answer is "yes", you are not alone - and it might be time to give your mind a spring clean. Mental clutter is anything in your head that takes up time and energy, and when there's too much, the mind becomes exhausted. But with a few simple techniques, you can bring order to your inner world and find a sense of peace again. This guide will help you to: Learn what mental clutter is and how it manifests Identify the causes of your mental clutter - from to-do lists, to decision-making and information overload Reduce the burden on your mind and improve your mental clarity Keep your mind tidy over the long term How to Tidy Your Mind will help you say "no" to mental clutter and "yes" to feeling joyful, calm and clear-headed.

There is a way you can walk through life without feeling rushed for time. There is a way to feel as though you have more than enough time for family, work, and play. In fact, time is a product of your mind and perception, and you have as much time as you want. In Time Is of the Essence, Dr. Edith del Mar Behr provides a method to help you take control of your time.Behr reveals the core reason you don't have enough time to complete tasks, and she shows you how to enjoy your passions and the people you love. With real-life examples that Behr has also instituted, Time Is of the Essence discusses- getting comfortable doing what you love;- making yourself a priority;- changing your beliefs;- becoming motivated; and- developing the habit of thinking well of yourself and others.The techniques and concepts presented in Time Is of the Essence will help you become aware of how you think about time, how you speak about time, how you use your time, and what is motivating you. The things you need to get done will be accomplished in ways you never thought possible, and you will find yourself marveling at what you can do when you master time.

Finding it difficult to juggle the many challenges of the teaching profession? Bill Rogers, world-renowned expert in classroom management and teacher stress, focuses on peer-support to show you how to reduce stress levels, achieve a work-life balance and be a successful classroom teacher in The Essential Guide to Managing Teacher Stress. This is your definitive guide to coping with the stresses of the teaching profession and is designed to confront stress-causing factors in positive, supportive and practical ways. Whether it's the behaviour of a challenging class, the volume of paperwork or difficult relationships with colleagues causing you stress, Bill Rogers has the advice you need to make a difference.

Three distinguished experts share cutting-edge insights on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), showing why it occurs, how it affects the development and existence of those it impacts, and how it can be treated. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a comprehensive and thoughtful examination of the nature, causes, and treatment of PTSD. Drawing on the vast experience of its team of authors, the book details the insidious nature and history of PTSD, from the internal and external factors that cause this form of suffering to the ways it manifests itself psychologically and socially. The most cutting-edge research on treatment, intervention, and prevention is thoroughly discussed, as are the spiritual and psychological strengths that can emerge when one progresses beyond the label of "disorder." The book begins with a historical review of the topic. Subsequent chapters offer in-depth exploration of the significant foundations, function, impacts, and treatments associated with PTSD. Each chapter addresses practical issues, incorporating case studies that bring the information to life and ensure an appreciation of the myriad social, psychological, and biological experiences surrounding PTSD. This book answers complex questions like "How does PTSD manifest itself?" and more critically: "How can its effects be mitigated or overcome?" Finally, it discusses how PTSD survivors can move beyond post-traumatic stress to post-traumatic strengths. A chronology of the history and origination of PTSD related to war and combat exposure Case studies and examples that provide a view of PTSD from the inside out, rather than the outside in

With the guidance provided in "Stop the Stress Habit," learn to change how you respond to events in your life and reduce the amount of stress you experience on a daily basis.

Through her observations of patients' behavior, physical therapist, Leslie Torburn, DPT, has witnessed the many ways chronic stress can impact health. She provides innovative concepts and practice exercises that will teach you how to shift the habitual thought processes or constant "mind chatter" in order to reduce stress and lead a healthier life. Dr. Torburn also includes several real-life stories that help illustrate specific instances of how stress impacts a person's life and how that person reacted to the stress. Through the provided exercises, you will specifically learn how to:

Change the way you view the world Live in the here and now Balance the demands of daily living Visualize future opportunities Stop imagining the worst-case scenario

Stress is not an uncontrollable emotion that overtakes you without your participation, so take a deep breath and consider the possibilities of living in a new and happier way

This book investigates decolonization as a local process and its connections to international relations, introducing "internal colonialism" as a crucial analytical category for internationalists. Using Bolivia as a case study, the author argues that the reshaping of colonialism and its resistance domestically is also reflected and reproduced abroad by political actors, be they the governments or indigenous movements. By problematizing postcolonial debate concerning the constitution/reproduction of colonial logics in International Relations, the book proposes a return to the local to show how power relations are exercised concretely by the protagonists of political process. Such dynamics reveal the interrelationship between the local and the international, especially, in which the latter represents a necessary dimension to both reinforce colonialism and oppose colonial logics. Of interest to scholars and students of IR, Latin American and Andean Studies, this book will also appeal to those working in the fields of area studies, anthropology, indigenous politics, comparative politics, decolonization and political ecology.

Worry less, live more Worrying is a normal part of the human experience, and it can affect anyone, anywhere, at any stage of life. However, when worry starts to impact our mental and physical well-being, it's time to do something about it. In this book you will learn the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, how you can harness the power of positive thinking, and tips and techniques for managing daily stress. Find out how to: Reframe your thoughts and approach stressful situations with greater ease Fine-tune your diet to increase your resilience Increase your happiness and self-confidence through exercise Release stress using relaxation techniques Build your own "worry toolkit" of effective coping strategies Make sustainable and lasting changes to your habits and behaviours Manage your worry in all its guises with this comforting guide for a happier, healthier you. Ideal for anyone looking to cope with worry, develop stress-management techniques and form positive lifestyle habits.