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Discover the joys and health-giving benefits of nurturing a garden

We have long been aware of the positive effects of spending time in nature and how it can be a powerful antidote to the stresses of modern life. Science now tells us that cultivating a green space of our own can be restorative and even transformative for our physical and mental well-being, with a proven ability to reduce depression and anxiety, boost our happiness levels and provide a feeling of balance and calm.

Gardening for Mind, Body and Soul will help you:

– Explore which plants release scents to help uplift and soothe.
– Discover the ways gardening can boost physical and mental well-being, and promote feelings of balance and calm.
– Learn about birdsong and how it can boost happiness and creativity.
– Experience the wonders of growing plants from seeds, and how it teaches us to slow down and appreciate the simple things.

Embark on a journey of well-being and self-discovery through the simple yet transformative act of walking

Our fast-paced world and technology-driven day-to-day lives have led us to lose touch with our once deep connection to nature. Fear not. This book unveils the extraordinary power of walking, helping you to reconnect with the outside world and transform this everyday exercise into a soul-enriching practice.

Guiding you through the physical, spiritual and sensory benefits of walking, these pages will help you reap the therapeutic wonders of putting one foot in front of the other, empowering you to harness the present moment and foster a profound sense of tranquillity. Bursting with practical tips, insightful information and inspirational ideas, this book is your companion to crafting a life of balance and bliss with every step.

This uplifting guide will help you:
– Explore the physical benefits of walking for vitality
– Discover the sensory wonders that unfold with each step
– Unlock the secrets of walking as a tool for mental and spiritual stillness

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the journey and let Walking for Mind, Body and Soul illuminate the path to a healthier, more mindful and enriched existence.

Appreciate the little things
Believe in your personal power
Connect with nature

Squeeze every drop out of each moment and live life to the full by discovering the art of mindfulness. Learn new ways to connect with yourself and the world around you and reignite a sense of wonder in the everyday with this practical ABC of illustrated tips for mindful living.

Say hello to a new, mindful you
Would you like to feel less stressed, live more calmly and be more content? The simple ideas that mindfulness teaches can help you achieve all these things, by allowing you to live in the moment and embrace all that life has to offer.  
Bursting with tips, centring statements and activities, How to Be Mindful will provide you with everything you need to make every day full of gratitude and peace.

Give your mind a little TLC

When our bodies aren’t on top form, we rest and take care of them – but we often don’t do the same for our minds. Whether it’s because we don’t know where to start, or because it never feels like a high enough priority, carving out time and space to care for our mental health can be hard.

But it needn’t be. With bite-sized tips and practical advice, this book makes self-care simple and achievable. From finding calm and thinking positively, to stress-busting and balancing your life, everything you need to know about taking care of you is wrapped up in this handy pocket guide, and will give you the tools to help you feel your best.

Awaken your senses and learn to be present with this guided journal, filled with activities and inspiration for finding peace in every day

In a busy, high-pressure world it can be difficult to live in the moment. Mindfulness can help you become more aware of your surroundings, enabling you to immerse yourself fully in your everyday experiences.

This journal is full of essential tools to calm the mind and help you find joy in the smallest of pleasures. With a variety of activities to complete, this journal takes you on a mindfulness journey, aiming to integrate essential self-care practices into everyday life. Get to know yourself on a deeper, more meaningful level, while developing a greater appreciation of the present.

Inside you will find:
– Techniques to stay mindful in everyday life
– Space for self-reflection
– Practical tips on staying present
– Uplifting affirmations to bring joy to every day
Your mindfulness journey begins here.

Talking about your mental health is one of the most important steps you can take towards better well-being, but for many people this can seem daunting.

For anyone struggling to initiate the conversation, Your Mind Matters is here to end the stigma around mental health and help you communicate how you’re feeling.

With tips on understanding your own mental health as well as reaching out to others, this book is filled with kind words and thoughtful advice on how to look after your mind.

Topics covered include:
– Anxiety, stress and depression
– Suicidal thoughts
– Mindfulness and self-care
– Opening up about your mental health
– Seeking further support

Whatever your situation, this friendly and approachable guide is here to remind you that your feelings are valid and it’s okay to ask for help. Whether you’re trying to build up your confidence or looking for the right words to say, this book will provide you with the tools you need to start the conversation.

A guided journal for learning to fully love and accept yourself as you are

There are so many things to celebrate about your body. Just think of everything it’s got you through – the happy times and the challenges – and all the wonderful things it enables you to do each day. Sometimes, it’s important to be reminded that your body is uniquely yours, and that’s what makes it so special.

This beautiful guided journal is here to help you shed body shame for good, so that you can feel confident in yourself every day. By engaging with the tips and activities inside, you’ll learn how to see your body in a different light, quit negative self-talk and start speaking to yourself with love and kindness.

By encouraging you to wholly embrace yourself, this empowering guide promotes changing your attitude rather than changing your body. So whatever your shape or size, this book reassures you that all bodies are good bodies, and yours is perfect as it is.

If yoga and doodling had a baby, this book would be it!

GOLD Winner – Living Now Book Awards 2020
Best book for Meditation, Relaxation & Anxiety Relief

SILVER Winner – Nautilus Book Awards 2020
Books for Creativity & Innovation

BOOK OF THE WEEK – Women’s Own


Explore the naturally calming sensations of your own breath like never before with the simple, fast, and instantly relaxing exercises inside Draw Breath. Meditative and gorgeously illustrated, this award-winning book is like nothing else in the world of well-being. Draw Breath comes recommended by some of the world’s leading authors and clinical researchers in meditation.

Draw Breath is not just ideal for beginners but also for experts seeking to regain their “beginner’s mind” by looking at meditation techniques in a fresh way. You don’t need to be good at drawing; you don’t need to be a yogi, or have any experience with meditation… all you need is a pencil, and your breath.

Combining the philosophies of breathwork, mindfulness and psychology, along with adult creativity, well-being and colouring books in a totally unique and accessible way, this book will help you make “breath-taking” changes in your life.

“Just pencil and breath… a new way to nourish the soul! Playful and wise, Draw Breath is a visual delight” – Patricia Gerbarg MD, author of The Healing Power of the Breath

Calmness is within your reach.

With a little bit of help, the methods of truly relaxing your mind and body, and letting go of stresses and strains, can be learned, practised and perfected.

Bursting with tips, centring statements and soothing activities, Find Calm will help you to feel more at ease in the world and better equipped to deal with the things that really matter.

This bright and bold book is all about celebrating you – your mind, your body, your amazing life

Feeling good starts from within, from recognizing your value, identifying your strengths and honouring your aspirations. A sense of self-worth helps you to navigate through life and achieve the very best for yourself – because that’s what you deserve!

It’s true you might not always feel that you, or your life, are amazing, but practising gratitude and investing time in your happiness can help you build a more positive, productive mindset.

Filled with simple tips, empowering statements, activities and advice, You Are Amazing is the perfect companion to kick-start your self-love journey.

Unlock your self-confidence and boost your mood by discovering…

– Three chapters that guide you through different amazing aspects of yourself
– Techniques and tips to boost self-esteem and confidence
– Activities that support self-reflection and realization
– All the reasons why you are totally AMAZING!

Calm your mind, ease your worries and quieten your thoughts with this stunning guide to living an anxiety-free life

Life is full of beautiful, joyous experiences just waiting to be had. But when you struggle with anxiety, your brain can come up with all sorts of reasons not to do the things you love. By learning to ease anxious thinking and restore a sense of calm, you can start to live the life of your dreams in peace and serenity.

Through simple tips and kind advice, this book will show you how to tune out negative thinking and find mental tranquillity. Over the course of its chapters, you will learn to:

– Identify and avoid anxious thought patterns
– Treat your mind with kindness and embrace positive thinking
– Take good care of your mind, body and soul
– Adopt healthy coping strategies for a calmer future

By learning to overcome the mental obstacles anxiety throws your way, you can discover the many positives life has in store for you. So dive into these pages and give yourself the gift of a calmer mind.

Namaste: a respectful greeting frequently used at the end of a yoga session; “I bow to the divine in you”

Nom-aste: a respectful prayer of thanks for delicious, nutritious and just plain yummy food

Looking after our well-being and eating tasty, nourishing food go hand in hand. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates mindful cooking and eating, teaching you how to bring the principles of yoga and mindfulness into your kitchen. From ahimsa (non-violence) and Ayurveda (food as medicine) to the art of making your own bread, you’ll learn how to give your body what it really needs in order to flourish, and how to nurture a healthy, positive attitude toward food. The 60 wholesome, plant-based recipes inside will add vitality to your daily life and leave you filled with good food and gratitude.

Learn how to use the power of your breath to gain clarity, peace and better health with this beginner’s guide to the ancient practice of breathwork

If you’re looking for ways to boost your overall health and well-being, and tools that can bring you instant calm, then breathwork is the answer. Breathwork combines meditation and mindfulness with the ancient traditions of yoga and qigong, with simple exercises that anyone can try.

Once you’ve started learning the art of breathwork, you’ll have the knowledge at your disposal to help you:
– Relieve stress and anxiety and create a deeper sense of calm
– Enhance your mental clarity and increase your focus
– Improve your overall physical health and well-being
– Harness your natural energy and boost athletic and motivational performance
– Cultivate a deeper connection with your mind, body and soul

With an overview of the history of breathwork around the world, and step-by-step instructions for carrying out different techniques safely in your own home, The Little Book of Breathwork provides everything you need to embark on your journey to feeling great every day.

Discover daily peace and wisdom with this pocket-sized collection of quotes from Buddhist teachers, writers and philosophers

For many people around the world, the Buddha remains a timeless symbol of compassion, humility and mindfulness. His journey – which saw him leave his life as a prince to begin a spiritual quest for enlightenment – has inspired many to seek inner peace for themselves. Whether Buddhist or not, there is so much the ancient philosophy of Buddhism can teach us about living a more mindful existence.

With the help of this little book, you can start each day with a dose of Buddhist wisdom. Inside you will find 365 quotes from some of the greatest Buddhist thinkers of all time, including Thích Nhất Hạnh, Pema Chödrön, Alan Watts and, of course, the Buddha himself.

The insights contained within will enhance your daily life by teaching you to cherish the present moment, live in harmony with nature, and treat all living things with love and kindness. So, what are you waiting for? Dive in and begin your own spiritual journey.

‘Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.’
Winston Churchill

There’s magic in having the right attitude. No matter what life throws at us, the power of positive thinking can make all the difference. From Buddha to Churchill and Austen to Oprah, inspirational figures have shared with us their hard-won wisdom on how to keep upbeat. This little book, packed full of quotes and affirmations, is perfect for focusing your mind while lifting your spirits.

Take a little happiness with you wherever you go

Filled with practical tips, uplifting statements and helpful suggestions for fun activities, this beautiful pocket-sized book will give you the feel-good boost you need to make life shine brighter.

Take a break and refresh your mind by dipping into this soothing activity book, packed with calming puzzles, breathing exercises and colouring pages

There’s nothing like a bit of “me-time” to help you feel like yourself again. This comforting collection of activities, colouring pages, mantras and breathing exercises is designed to help you unwind and nurture your sense of well-being.

Guiding you through therapeutic activities and light-hearted games, this book will help you to relax, shift your focus and free your mind of worry. Within these pages, you will discover over 170 puzzles, including:
– Soothing colouring pages and dot-to-dots
– Puzzles with calming themes, such as word searches and crosswords
– Gentle brainteasers such as sudoku, word ladders and word wheels
– Breathing exercises to help you focus on the present moment

If you’re looking to find a moment of quiet for both body and mind, try your hand at these satisfying, low-stress activities, revel in the simple joy of putting pen to paper, and feel your sense of well-being flourish.

Curate the ultimate crystal collection and bring harmony to mind, body and spirit with this modern guide to these enchanting stones

They’re striking, precious and have long been prized for their beauty, but have you ever tapped into the extraordinary magic of crystals?

The grand powers attributed to these little stones are infinite, and this book is here to help enhance your everyday life by revealing the practical and spiritual benefits each crystal has to offer. Crystals can bring positivity and prosperity into your life, and the easy-to-follow information in this book offers guidance on choosing the right crystal for your needs and harnessing their awesome healing energies.

This is the ideal guide for ardent and aspiring crystal lovers alike. Discover how to make the most of your collection with simple tips on the best methods of cleansing, charging and storing your crystals. Featuring detailed crystal profiles complete with beautiful colour photos and key information on dozens of stones – from their identifiable features to their unique energies – these pages contain everything you need to know to feel the full force of these natural treasures.

“Everything you need to know about strength training” – Emily Campbell, Olympian

Empower your mind, strengthen your body and build your best life with this girl-power guide to strength training

This is your Strong Woman Era, a new phase of growth, fulfilment and success. It’s time to invest in practices that make you feel mentally and physically strong – because you are! Through resistance training, you can harness your power and realize just how much you can achieve. That’s where this guide comes in.

Filled with helpful tips, practical advice and energizing affirmations, this wellness and weightlifting companion will support you on your journey to becoming your strongest self.

Inside you’ll discover the benefits of strength training, how you can personalize your approach and all the ways exercise can nourish your mind and body.

This bold book will accompany you on your training journey, from starting out to seeing progress and committing to your routine. With a selection of staple strength-building exercises and daily wellness rituals, you can achieve your short- and long-term fitness goals.

It’s the dawn of a new era; time for women to build, lift and thrive.

Ditch fear. Discover your inner warrior.

There is so much to worry about: work, relationships, money, health… But instead of panicking over what could happen, why not choose a different path – one where you let go of worry and focus on getting the most out of life instead? Prepare to discover your inner fearlessness with this collection of simple but effective tips for breaking free of anxiety, tackling obstacles with resilience and resolve, and reaching for your dreams. Bursting with confidence-boosting statements and inspirational quotes from those who tackle life head-on, this book will supercharge your strength and help you become a warrior, not a worrier.

See your self-belief soar.
Feeling confident to the core isn’t rocket science. It’s what happens when powerful thoughts and positive action ignite one another, helping you grow as a person, reach your goals and enjoy life more.
Boost is your handy guidebook of simple steps, wise words and creative ideas to give you that added gusto. Whether you want to dip in for inspiration on the go, or take some time each day to invigorate your outlook, you’ll find plenty here to uplift you.

What’s normal anyway?

Into every life some rain must fall. Nobody is fine all the time, and if you’re feeling down or struggling with serious problems, you’re not alone. This clear and comforting guide is here to help you understand the mental health issues that can affect us all, and to help you look after your mind, body and soul. Touching on a range of topics, including anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress and self-esteem, this is a book for anyone and everyone who needs good advice, fresh ideas and kind words.

Your journey from self-conscious to self-confident begins now!

Take those first steps toward becoming more self-assured with this empowering collection of tips and wisdom. Helping you learn to love who you are and sparkle with certainty, this book offers practical advice on how to:
– Think positively
– Feel body confident
– Fire up your happiness hormones
– Choose a mood-boosting diet and lifestyle
– Treat yourself with compassion

Get ready to glow like never before!