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Wealth doesn't start with money, it starts with a habit. Most people think that wealth is reserved for the lucky few-those born into privilege, gifted with an entrepreneurial streak, or naturally skilled with money. But the truth is, financial success isn't about luck-it's about habits. The Wealth Habit is a groundbreaking, behaviour-driven approach to wealth-building that rewires the way you think about money, turning financial success into a series of tiny, effortless, repeatable actions. Instead of overwhelming readers with rigid budgets or complex investment strategies, this book reveals how small, daily financial moves compound into life-changing wealth - no matter where you start. Whether you're struggling with money, looking to break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, or searching for a stress-free, automated way to build wealth, this book gives you a clear, habit-based roadmap to make financial success inevitable. Start small. Repeat often. Let the habit lead the way.
When being tired and hungry is the default setting of adult life, we crave comfort over complexity. That's the ethos of Home Food: real, delicious, achievable family food, hold the garnish. Food columnist and recipe writer Elizabeth Hewson's approach is all scaling down what cooking should be, so it can be nourishing and still enjoyable – less pressure, more ease. These are recipes that don't chase trends, viral moments, or complicated techniques. From an It's going to be OK midweek chicken stew, to a Soup for exhausted people (a real dump-and-simmer tomato and chicken heartener), to a whole chapter of one-pots and a range of midweek pastas – these recipes are for people living real, imperfect lives— the ones caught in the relentless rhythm of daily life. So what should Home Food really be? Flexible, permissive recipes 'with give', in case you don't have something at home and just need to get on with it. Sometimes you just need to throw something together, or one pot is the max that is going to get cleaned; or sometimes trying a little harder on the weekend, so you can batch for next week; and sometimes, well, you just want pasta followed by pudding. Including plenty of veg-forward recipes, plenty of tips and tricks for making the most of your precious moments in the kitchen, and delivered with the signature Hewson elegant ease, this is the book for when dinner needs to just be dinner – with a little nourishing nostalgia along the way.
For readers of The Body Keeps the Score and What Happened to You?, trauma-informed practitioner and Instagram phenomenon 'The Workout Witch', Liz Tenuto presents the ultimate guide to using somatic exercises to release tension, regulate the nervous system and facilitate healing, drawing on her fifteen years of experience teaching somatic healing. Liz Tenuto’s When the Body Speaks is a comprehensive guide to understanding how trauma and stress are stored within the body ― and how somatic exercises can provide a powerful tool for healing. Defined as the study of the body as perceived from within, somatic healing emphasizes internal sensory awareness and lived experiences as crucial for understanding and healing from tension, stress and trauma. Written as an easy-to-digest primer, Tenuto explains the science of somatics, while offering simple, fully illustrated exercises to release tension through somatic practice. Long-term stress and unresolved trauma can manifest in a host of ways – sleep issues, fatigue, muscle tension, digestive problems, cognitive difficulties, and numerous psychological conditions. By focusing on the body's innate capacity to heal, Tenuto teaches readers how to use movement to address these issues, allowing the nervous system to move from dysregulation to a state of homeostasis. A survivor of childhood and adolescent trauma, Liz Tenuto began struggling with ailments like chronic pain and insomnia. After visiting doctor after doctor, she decided to learn more about somatic exercises – and it changed her life. Twenty years later, Liz is a trauma-informed practitioner with degrees in psychology and somatics, with millions of followers around the world. In her first book, Liz offers not only practical exercises and a deeper understanding of how the mind and body interact, but a pathway for self-compassion, empowerment and a more fulfilling life.
Discover the ten thinker-types that help you to understand your colleagues, friends, family - and yourself. What is going on inside their head? Why do some people think so differently to me? Why do I think what I think? Bringing together startling new evidence from psychology, philosophy, sociology and political science, Marius Ostrowski breaks down our thinking into ten 'thinker-types' that help us understand ourselves and everyone around us. We all fall within one or more of these ten distinct mindsets, from the 'Keen Bean' to the 'Agoniser', from the 'Happy Camper' to the 'Worrywart', as coined by Ostrowski. Some overlap, others clash. They are neither 'good' nor 'bad', and they are constantly evolving, adapting to our circumstances. We start growing into them from the moment we are born; which thinker-type we are is the result of our experiences over the course of our lives. Understanding where we and others fit within the ten 'thinker-types' is transformative. Through these ten ways of thinking, Ostrowski gives us remarkable insight into our own minds as well as those who think differently to us, and reveals how we might even change our minds for the better. How We Think is an eye-opening tour of the mind and the surprising factors that shape not just what we think but how we think. It is the essential thinking about thinking.
Cucina Povera author Giulia Scarpaleggia continues her celebration of the soul of Italian cooking with a beautiful and delicious focus on vegetables Italians have a gift for making vegetables shine. It's about simplicity, balance, and an instinctive understanding of flavor to get the best out of each vegetable, whether it's eaten fresh along with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of salt or roasted slowly with a drizzle of olive oil and a handful of fresh herbs. This deep-rooted practice of simplicity comes from Italy's cucina povera where seasonal vegetables dishes are nourishing everyday meals. The recipes in this book are the creations of Giulia Scarpaleggia (@julskitchen) and celebrate cucina casalinga-Italian home cooking. They include some of Italy's most iconic dishes like Eggplant Parmesan, Panzanella Salad, and Sicilian Caponata, as well as regional favorites like Braised Artichokes and Fennel Gratin. With enticing photographs from the Italian garden and countryside, the book is as much a pleasure to look at as it is to cook from.
The word Madaq means ‘flavour’ in Moroccan Arabic, and Moroccan cuisine pursues bold flavours in every dish, but with simplicity at its heart. With these stunning dishes, Nargisse Benkabbou authentically showcases the rich blend of Arab and Berber influence in her home country’s cooking, but in a relaxed style, with simple ingredients and straightforward techniques. Morocco is famous for its tagines and the scented couscous, zingy salads, fragrant roasts and sweet pastries, but beyond these more familiar recipes, there are classic and contemporary dishes to uncover, all celebrating the aromatic and alluring flavours of Morocco. From Roasted Spice Aubergine with Yogurt & Harissa Chilli Crisp and Sticky Orange Turmeric Chicken Skewers to Orange Blossom Lemon Bars with Mint Sugar, these are inspirational recipes that deserve to be shared.
'n Boek oor ma’s. Vir ma’s. Deur ’n ma. Gebaseer op die joernalis Daniëlla van Heerden se gewilde podsending ’n Ma & ’n Mikrofoon (met meer as 100 episodes as inspirasie) is ‘n keur van dié gesprekke nou verwerk in geskrewe vorm: eerlik, inspirerend en eg Suid-Afrikaans. In dié bundel word ouerskap en al die verskillende fases daarvan gevier en bespreek: die onsekerheid van ‘n eerste swangerskap tot die opwinding en chaos van ‘n pienkvoet in die huis. Die uitdagings van die tienerjare tot die heimwee van ‘n leë nes. Jy gaan die ouerskapstories hoor van uiteenlopende bekende ma’s (soos die aktrises Simoné Pretorius en Lindie Strydom en politikus Helen Zille) maar ook leer by minder bekende, maar ewe merkwaardige vroue. Hulle sluit in Tina van Deventer (‘n ma van twaalf kinders!), Tarryn Bell (wat sterwende kinders versorg) en Shani Little (‘n ma wat geweier het dat blindheid of borskanker haar stuit.)
Every day we're bombarded with methods, mantras and life hacks that
promise us wellness and prosperity - while time and talent remain some
of our most squandered resources. The average full-time worker will
spend 80,000 hours at their job: are you making the most of them? Do
you truly believe in what you do, day in, day out?
Use GLP-1s to their full capability to rewire your habits, shift mindsets and keep the weight off for good. The Weight Loss Prescription is the essential step-by-step guide on how to change your relationship with food whilst taking advantage of GLP-1 medications. Dr Max Pemberton and Dr Courtney Raspin explain the full process of using this life changing medication, detailing how to use them safely and correctly whilst doing the necessary psychological work for sustainable weight loss that’ll last even after you’ve taken your last dose. Over 12 sessions you’ll learn how to take full advantage of the temporary silencing of food noise that GLP-1 medications provide. Through learning key skills and coping mechanisms, such as urge surfing and emotional regulation, you’ll be able to address how to maintain your progress, manage setbacks and build habits that work with or without pharmaceutical support. Dr Max and Dr Courtney will be your guiding voice as you use this medication, supporting you through starting medication and titration with the ultimate goals of confidence, strength, and food freedom off of GLP-1.
Is your child ready for a smartphone? And are you ready to let them have one? With so much negative attention surrounding smartphones, it's harder than ever to know when to give your child a phone - and how to support them when you do. Blending expertise with non-judgemental advice, Screensaver helps parents prepare for this modern milestone, addressing topics including:
Digital wellness educator and coach Laura Wyatt-Smith empowers parents to make feel-good decisions for and with their child in the digital world. Friendly and authoritative, Screensaver is a reassuring guide to your family's smartphone journey.
From the internationally bestselling author of How to Do the Work and How to Be the Love You Seek comes a groundbreaking guide to healing our childhood wounds and rediscovering our full potential As adults, we often fall into patterns that feel irrational or out of character-shutting down, lashing out, people-pleasing, or self-sabotaging. Beneath those reactions lies our inner child, a younger part of us still trying to get its needs met the only way it knows how. We all carry the imprint of our earliest years. Childhood is brief, yet its impact is lifelong. Some parts of us were met with love while other parts were met with silence, criticism, or disapproval. To survive, we learned to adapt-learning to over perform, to hide, or stay small. Most of us made it through with a mix of love and lack. And many of us still protect the parts of ourselves that once felt unsafe. While we can't change what happened, we can change how it lives within us and impacts our lives today. Reparenting the Inner Child offers a clear, compassionate path to self-integration, combining practical exercises, somatic tools, and guided reflections to help us create the safety, love, and boundaries we've always needed. Through her holistic framework that models individual development, Dr. LePera explains how we can cultivate the emotional maturity and regulation to respond calmly instead of reacting, to embrace desire instead of shame, and to question the stories we've long believed about who we have to be. Enlightening, empowering, and clarifying, Reparenting the Inner Child is a book that will stand the test of time as a comprehensive guide for personal development and healing, and a resource that will forever change the way we understand ourselves.
Lose weight, look younger and feel better with the help of one nutritional superpower: FIBRE. Nutritionist Kristen Stavridis (@nutritionistkristen) is on a mission to make fibre the future of healthy eating. Experts say that 90% of us are not eating enough of this life-changing nutrient. Increasing our fibre intake to 30g a day is transformative for health and has huge benefits – from beating the bloat and improving skin tone, to weight loss, improved immunity, clear mental focus and even disease prevention. But sometimes 30g can feel daunting. How do we know where to start? The Fibre Fix makes it easy. This practical, evidence-based guide shows how to enjoy fibre-forward foods and notice the lasting impact on how you look and feel. Kristen explains what fibre actually is, why it is important, and how it's been overlooked in the quest for tracking macros. She simplifies 'plant points', dispels the myths, debunks the fads and provides clear actionable steps and expert advice, giving you everything you need to harness the power of fibre and hit your daily 30g target with ease. Kristen includes ingredient swaps and 30 delicious, nutritious recipes, from balanced breakfasts, smart snacks to filling, vibrant meals. With recipes like Green Goddess Shakshuka and Creamy Bean and Leek Orzo, she makes it simple to embrace a fibre-rich, balanced diet – whether you're vegetarian, vegan or otherwise. Kristen also shares sample weekly plans to get you started, as well as an index of the best high-fibre foods. Forget obsessing over protein. Focus on fibre to transform your health for good.
Leading with Wisdom is a vital guide for leaders, creators and seekers asking the defining question of our time: What does it mean to be human? In an era drowning in information yet starved of wisdom, this book argues that the most powerful technology we possess is not artificial, but human. Leadership coach and entrepreneur Rishad Ahmed exposes the roots of the modern crisis; a ‘meta-crisis’ born from mechanistic thinking, over-reliance on left-brain logic, and outdated leadership models built for speed, control and short-term gain. The result is burnout, disconnection and a planet on the brink of collapse. Ahmed presents a different path: not smarter machines, but wiser humans. Leading with Wisdom provides a roadmap to reclaim the intelligence of the body, heart and soul – what he calls the forgotten yet most powerful human technology. This book blends philosophy, business and inner development to offer practical guidance for leaders seeking alignment, clarity and regenerative impact.
An essential collection of beloved home cooking recipes from India’s most famous food historian. Classic Indian Recipes is a vibrant celebration of the diversity and depth of Indian cuisine. Pushpesh Pant, author of the global bestseller India: The Cookbook, presents a carefully curated treasury of tried-and-tested dishes from across the country, inviting home cooks around the world to experience this unique and extraordinary culinary culture. The book’s more than 150 recipes reflect the rich tapestry of Indian food traditions. Readers will find an array of homemade meals – including vegetarian options – along with sumptuous feasting dishes and festive sweets, each accompanied by a lively headnote and stunning photograph of the finished dish. Well-known and much-loved dished such as Butter Chicken, Roghanjosh, and Dal Makhani appear alongside more traditional and unusual fare – for example, Hyderabadi Dum ki Biryani (slow-cooked biryani) and Gucchi Pulau (morel pilaf). There are accessible versions of iconic recipes, such as samosas, pakoras, dosas, and chapatis, as well as a host of chutneys and drinks. With a detailed introduction covering the various regions of the country and the gradual evolution of Indian food across India and the world, Pushpesh Pant sets the stage for the recipes that follow. His insights into the cultural and historical background of Indian cuisine reveal the philosophy of Indian home cooking – one rooted in balance, seasonality, and deeply held roots. Recipes include: Hariali Paneer Tikka (green paneer skewers), Dhokla (steamed lentil cake), Musallam Raan (slow-cooked aromatic leg of lamb), Nejandu Kari (crab curry), Aloo Methi (potatoes with fenugreek), and Shahi Tukra (royal bread pudding).
75 recipes spanning cherished classics and modern interpretations, bringing the soul of Somali cooking to the world stage. Known by many names, the cape of spices, the nation of poets, and the land of cinnamon, Somalia is nestled in the Horn of Africa and is blessed with fertile fields, rich in spices, and endowed with the longest coastline in mainland Africa. This location and natural abundance have made Somalia a corridor between east and west, and a central point in global trade and migration, dating back millennia. In Soomaaliya, Ifrah F. Ahmed tells the story of her country through its history, its food, and its people. Somalia’s role in the spice trade yields xawaash, the most distinctive of Somali flavors, a heady blend of cumin, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and turmeric that’s used in everything from marinades to stews. Cardamom also finds its ways into thin, fragrant crepes, sweet fried beignets called bur, and bariis, rice spiced with cardamom and cumin. This rice is paired hilib ari, tender goat meat stew that is a product of Somalia’s deep roots in herding and agrarianism. Baasto, or pasta, a relic of the long Italian colonial rule, is served with a range of simple tomato sauces to ragus. The bountiful waters supply fish freshly caught and fried. And for afternoon tea, a pot of spiced shaah, served with thick slices doolsho, an aromatic cardamom cake. These are a just a few of the over 70 recipes included that introduce the foundational flavors and tastes of the Somali palate. Through profiles of food producers, writers, and chefs, Ahmed shines a light on the many Somalis, at home and abroad, working to both preserve and transform the cuisine. Expansive and generous, and fueled by a deep love, Soomaaliya is a celebration of the richness of Somali food, and the remarkable resilience of its people.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of From Strength to Strength, the definitive account of how the modern world makes meaning so hard to find―and a plan to discover your life’s deepest purpose. If you struggle to discern life’s meaning, you’re not alone. Millions today describe a growing sense of emptiness, a lack of purpose and significance. And there’s a reason: Rapid cultural, economic and technological changes have rewired our brains, reducing their ability to perceive depth and purpose. In The Meaning of Your Life, social scientist and happiness expert Arthur C. Brooks shows you how to push back against these changes and find the meaning you need to live a happy, fulfilling life. Relying on cutting-edge science, he offers practical, evidence-based strategies for breaking free of the powerful trends and personal habits that dull your focus on the why of your life. Drawing on the great philosophers and the world’s faith traditions, he shows how everyone can―and must―approach life’s most important and mysterious questions and provides a blueprint that will help even the most skeptical person find a life of spiritual transcendence, passionate love, and true calling. 'What is the meaning of my life?' is not an unanswerable question, but rather the start of a pilgrimage into unexplored corners of your consciousness. The Meaning of Your Life is your handbook for this journey.
In just 12 weeks, you can prevent and reverse cognitive decline, boost memory and enhance mental sharpness at any age. Dr Majid Fotuhi, PhD, world-renowned neurologist and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins, is leading the charge in revolutionising how we understand human intelligence, brain health and age-related cognitive decline. In this pioneering book, he reveals the true wonder of how the brain works and its infinite potential for growth and change. Supported by over thirty-five years of original research, The Invincible Brain demonstrates how targeted lifestyle changes can prevent, treat and even reverse mild cognitive impairment, early Alzheimer's disease, dementia, ADHD and concussion symptoms. Dr Fotuhi's twelve-week programme is backed by extraordinary clinical results, published in peer-reviewed scientific journals, showing that more than 80% of patients achieve exceptional improvements in memory, focus and other cognitive functions. In elderly patients with mild cognitive impairment, MRIs show a 3% increase in the volume of the hippocampus, the key brain region for learning and memory. This actionable guide provides a step-by-step formula for unlocking your brain's hidden potential, building resilience and maximizing mental acuity at any age. In this book, you'll discover:
The Invincible Brain delivers everything you need to empower your brain to thrive - in as little as 12 weeks. Your smarter, sharper future begins now.
Beckon the twinkling mischief of a timeless fairy universe. Venture into a magical realm where fairies reign and legends abound. Mythographic Color and Discover: Fairy Folklore tiptoes into lush, pixie-dusted forests of glittering dream and illusion. Crack open these ancient fairy tomes to color more than 45 hand-drawn illustrations of sprites, gnomes, and cryptids of myth and mystery. Uncover the enigmas of mermaid medusas, butterfly fairies, and nymphs who wield fire, wind, earth, and water to their fancies. Tales of yesteryear flutter to life with imaginings of cherished fairy stories in Mythographic Color and Discover: Fairy Folklore.
Over 180 TRIPLE-TESTED recipes – and a photo for every recipe! Eating well on a budget is easy with an imaginative range of recipes for soups, pasta dishes, noodle and rice options, meat, fish and poultry, vegetarian meals and desserts. The recipes are straightforward, use readily available ingredients and are ideal for our busy lifestyles.
A revolutionary diet cookbook and weight-loss plan - eat filling meals to take back control of your hunger and your weight. Restriction only leads to short-term results. And hunger drives weight regain. If you want to lose weight for life, the secret is feeling full. In this revolutionary cookbook, Lindsay Wilson - weight loss coach and creator of online community Filling Meals - shares 100 fuss-free recipes that aren't focused on counting calories but instead focused on keeping you full. By making sure your first two meals of the day are filling, you can eat whatever you'd normally have for dinner, and the weight still falls off (even if you're not exercising). When you're no longer hungry, you eat healthier portion sizes, and you stop snacking. Your food noise fades away and, as a result, so does your excess weight. If you're tired of tracking meals, counting calories, restricting what you eat, and constantly being hungry, this brand-new approach is for you. Start your weight loss today with these 100 delicious, quick and easy recipes:
Anxiety. It's all in your head, right? Wrong. Psychiatrist Dr Ellen Vora challenges the conventional view of anxiety as a mental disorder, suggesting instead that much of what we call anxiety begins in the body. Rather than our troubled thoughts creating physical symptoms, she argues that many types of anxiety are the result of states of imbalance in our bodies, whether blood sugar crashes, caffeine highs or sleep deprivation. Her clinical observation shows this type of anxiety is far more preventable than we may realise, responding almost immediately to straightforward adjustments to diet and lifestyle. Backed by the latest scientific research and Dr Vora's own clinical work, The Anatomy of Anxiety offers a fresh, much needed look at mental health, offering actionable strategies for managing our moods. She further argues that other forms of anxiety, when listened to and honoured instead of suppressed, can be seen as a course correction to help nudge us back to a more balanced life. In her groundbreaking book, Dr Vora walks beside us through a healing process to reframe our relationship with anxiety, creating a more joyful and fulfilled life.
Doctor, author and influencer (@DrAmyShah) Amy Shah, shares a nutritional, science-based protocol to minimise hormonal havoc, hot flashes, and night sweats and take on perimenopause and menopause with improved mood, energy, and health. Hot flushes, mood swings, anxiety, weight gain, brain fog - the hormonal flux that comes with menopause and perimenopause may bring some notorious side effects, but that doesn't mean you have to feel miserable or settle for debilitating symptoms. This isn't your mother's menopause! Double-board certified medical doctor Amy Shah shows you the power of targeted nutrition to manage the chaos that perimenopause and menopause can bring. There's a growing awareness about perimenopause, the period of hormonal changes leading up to menopause that can begin as early as your late 30s. Starting in perimenopause and continuing through menopause, your immune system, gut and metabolism get out of balance as your hormones shift. Dr Shah's protocol supports your hormones by increasing key nutrients-including protein, fibre, probiotics, and vitamins and minerals-to realign and nourish your body and heal your gut-brain connection, helping to reduce and relieve unpleasant menopause symptoms while dramatically decreasing the risk of serious diseases from heart disease to depression to osteoporosis. It's as easy as 30-30-3:
Pairing this optimal diet with circadian fasting and science-supported lifestyle strategies and 20 recipes to maximise benefits, Hormone Havoc is your all-in-one guide to taking control of your health when you and your hormones feel out of control. You don't have to settle for feeling awful during perimenopause and menopause-Dr Shah shows how you can not just feel like yourself again, but feel even better than before.
From the Baillie Gifford Prize-winning and Sunday Times bestselling author of Empire of Pain and Say Nothing comes a riveting story of wealth, violence and deceit at the heart of a glittering city. In 2019, a London teenager, Zac Brettler, fell to his death from a luxury apartment building on the banks of the Thames. On a desperate quest to understand how their son had died, his grieving parents made a terrible discovery: Zac had been leading a fantasy life, posing as the son of a wealthy Russian oligarch. Patrick Radden Keefe follows Zac’s parents on a dark journey to find out what brought him to the balcony that night – and how a teenager’s life of make-believe drew him into the city’s terrifying underworld.
When in doubt, call Dad. Featuring flowcharts, illustrations and graphics, this guide will help you master every aspect of being a Dad and make time for what really matters… after all that thermostat isn’t going to obsess over itself. With simple steps to help you construct the perfect dad joke, a scientific formula to determine which dance moves will embarrass your children the most and a chart to establish the perfect (read: useless) fact for any occasion, this is the ultimate guide to being a dad. Learn how to:
Boost your mental health and heal the roots of anxiety, not just its
symptoms. Transform the emotional and relational patterns that keep
your mind and body on high alert, so you can embrace the life you want
and deserve.
In Tools for Life, Dr Kirren shows you how to live with clarity, confidence and balance – in line with your own values. |
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