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Handling Family Stress - the e-book edition

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Those of us with families at home are facing a unique set of challenges. Not only do we have to manage our own stress, but we have others to help. These books are geared to different age groups, and can help family members help each other.

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15 items

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Happy

Happy

by Edwards, Nicola

eBook - 2020

"A perfect bedtime read, this picture book gently encourages children to explore the senses and discover their path to mindfulness. "Mindfulness...Show more "A perfect bedtime read, this picture book gently encourages children to explore the senses and discover their path to mindfulness. "Mindfulness is all about connetion with ourselves and the world around us." This poetically-written introduction to mindfulness touches upon the most important aspects of life—feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and all the things that bring the world to life. With every soothing read and practice, children are better equipped to understand and control their own emotions...and diiscover an appreciation for the beautiful world around them." Show less

"A perfect bedtime read, this picture book gently encourages children to explore the senses and discover their path to mindfulness. "Mindfulness...Show more "A perfect bedtime read, this picture book gently encourages children to explore the senses and discover their path to mindfulness. "Mindfulness is all about connetion with ourselves and the world around us." This poetically-written introduction to mindfulness touches upon the most important aspects of life—feeling, discovering, smelling, listening, and all the things that bring the world to life. With every soothing read and practice, children are better equipped to understand and control their own emotions...and diiscover an appreciation for the beautiful world around them." Show less

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Keep Calm!

Keep Calm!

My Stress-busting Tips

by Bellisario, Gina

eBook - 2014

"Anna is one busy girl! She plays soccer and takes piano lessons. She has homework and chores. Sometimes she feels stressed. How can she get everythi...Show more "Anna is one busy girl! She plays soccer and takes piano lessons. She has homework and chores. Sometimes she feels stressed. How can she get everything done? Anna's parents show her several ways to deal with stress. When she tries them, she shrinks her stress and feels better!" Show less

"Anna is one busy girl! She plays soccer and takes piano lessons. She has homework and chores. Sometimes she feels stressed. How can she get everythi...Show more "Anna is one busy girl! She plays soccer and takes piano lessons. She has homework and chores. Sometimes she feels stressed. How can she get everything done? Anna's parents show her several ways to deal with stress. When she tries them, she shrinks her stress and feels better!" Show less

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Mindful Games

Mindful Games

Sharing Mindfulness and Meditation With Children, Teens, and Families

by Greenland, Susan Kaiser

eBook - 2016

"Mindful play is a great way for kids to develop focusing skills while learning to regulate their emotions and respond to any situation calmly, with ...Show more "Mindful play is a great way for kids to develop focusing skills while learning to regulate their emotions and respond to any situation calmly, with kindness and compassion. Here are fifty simple and accessible games that can bring mindfulness to your daily routine. These delightful games, developed and tested over many years of working with children and their caregivers, are designed for kids, but they can be just as fun and transformative for adults!" Show less

"Mindful play is a great way for kids to develop focusing skills while learning to regulate their emotions and respond to any situation calmly, with ...Show more "Mindful play is a great way for kids to develop focusing skills while learning to regulate their emotions and respond to any situation calmly, with kindness and compassion. Here are fifty simple and accessible games that can bring mindfulness to your daily routine. These delightful games, developed and tested over many years of working with children and their caregivers, are designed for kids, but they can be just as fun and transformative for adults!" Show less

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Mindful Movements

Mindful Movements

by Nhất Hạnh

eBook - 2008

"Thich Nhat Hanh teaches "meditations in motion" which is a series of gentle exercises created specifically to cultivate a joyful awareness of the body and breath." "Thich Nhat Hanh teaches "meditations in motion" which is a series of gentle exercises created specifically to cultivate a joyful awareness of the body and breath." Show less

"Thich Nhat Hanh teaches "meditations in motion" which is a series of gentle exercises created specifically to cultivate a joyful awareness of the body and breath." "Thich Nhat Hanh teaches "meditations in motion" which is a series of gentle exercises created specifically to cultivate a joyful awareness of the body and breath." Show less

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10 Mindful Minutes

10 Mindful Minutes

Giving Our Children the Social and Emotional Skills to Lead Smarter, Healthier, and Happier Lives

by Hawn, Goldie

eBook - 2011

"Across the country, the revolutionary MindUP program, developed under the auspices of the Hawn Foundation, established by Goldie Hawn, is teaching c...Show more "Across the country, the revolutionary MindUP program, developed under the auspices of the Hawn Foundation, established by Goldie Hawn, is teaching children vital social and emotional skills. By understanding how their brains work, children discover where their emotions come from and become more self-aware. They learn to appreciate the sensory aspects of their lives and to value the positive effects of mindfulness, compassion, and kindness. This, in turn, empowers them to manage and reduce their own stress--and helps them be happy. Those who have seen the effects of this program have been eager to learn how to implement it in their own homes and use its practices for themselves, too. Here, for the first time, its secrets are being shared with all parents and children." Show less

"Across the country, the revolutionary MindUP program, developed under the auspices of the Hawn Foundation, established by Goldie Hawn, is teaching c...Show more "Across the country, the revolutionary MindUP program, developed under the auspices of the Hawn Foundation, established by Goldie Hawn, is teaching children vital social and emotional skills. By understanding how their brains work, children discover where their emotions come from and become more self-aware. They learn to appreciate the sensory aspects of their lives and to value the positive effects of mindfulness, compassion, and kindness. This, in turn, empowers them to manage and reduce their own stress--and helps them be happy. Those who have seen the effects of this program have been eager to learn how to implement it in their own homes and use its practices for themselves, too. Here, for the first time, its secrets are being shared with all parents and children." Show less

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The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children & Teenagers

The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children & Teenagers

How to Let Go of Excessive Stress, Anxiety and Worry, and Raise Happy, Healthy, Resilient Families

by Ortner, Nick

eBook - 2018

"Through the use of easy-to-follow diagrams, links to step-by-step videos and dozens of Tapping tips, The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children &...Show more "Through the use of easy-to-follow diagrams, links to step-by-step videos and dozens of Tapping tips, The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children & Teenagers offers an easy-to-use resource to help solve many of the emotional and social challenges that families deal with on a daily basis." Show less

"Through the use of easy-to-follow diagrams, links to step-by-step videos and dozens of Tapping tips, The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children &...Show more "Through the use of easy-to-follow diagrams, links to step-by-step videos and dozens of Tapping tips, The Tapping Solution for Parents, Children & Teenagers offers an easy-to-use resource to help solve many of the emotional and social challenges that families deal with on a daily basis." Show less

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Growing up Mindful

Growing up Mindful

Essential Practices to Help Children, Teens, and Families Find Balance, Calm, and Resilience

by Willard, Christopher

eBook - 2016

"A guide to introducing mindfulness into the lives of children and teenagers. Growing Up Mindful helps parents, educators, and counselors learn how t...Show more "A guide to introducing mindfulness into the lives of children and teenagers. Growing Up Mindful helps parents, educators, and counselors learn how to embody and share the skills of mindfulness that will empower our children with resilience throughout their lives. Includes more than 75 accessible exercises and practices." Show less

"A guide to introducing mindfulness into the lives of children and teenagers. Growing Up Mindful helps parents, educators, and counselors learn how t...Show more "A guide to introducing mindfulness into the lives of children and teenagers. Growing Up Mindful helps parents, educators, and counselors learn how to embody and share the skills of mindfulness that will empower our children with resilience throughout their lives. Includes more than 75 accessible exercises and practices." Show less

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Freeing your Child From Anxiety

Freeing your Child From Anxiety

Practical Strategies to Overcome Fears, Worries, and Phobias and Be Prepared for for Life--from Toddlers to Teens

by Chansky, Tamar E.

eBook - 2014

"Childhood should be a happy, carefree time. Yet too many children are stressed-out and exhibiting symptoms of anxiety. In Freeing Your Child from An...Show more "Childhood should be a happy, carefree time. Yet too many children are stressed-out and exhibiting symptoms of anxiety. In Freeing Your Child from Anxiety, childhood anxiety expert Dr. Tamar Chansky shares a proven approach for helping children build emotional resilience for a happier and healthier life. Parents everywhere want to know: What is normal? How can you know when stress has crossed over into a full-blown anxiety disorder? How can you prevent anxiety from taking root? And how do you help your son or daughter break free from a pattern of fear and worry and lead a happy, productive life? Fortunately, anxiety is very treatable, and parents can do a lot to help get their children's emotional well-being back on track. Freeing Your Child from Anxiety contains easy, fun, and effective tools for teaching children to outsmart their worries and take charge of their fears." Show less

"Childhood should be a happy, carefree time. Yet too many children are stressed-out and exhibiting symptoms of anxiety. In Freeing Your Child from An...Show more "Childhood should be a happy, carefree time. Yet too many children are stressed-out and exhibiting symptoms of anxiety. In Freeing Your Child from Anxiety, childhood anxiety expert Dr. Tamar Chansky shares a proven approach for helping children build emotional resilience for a happier and healthier life. Parents everywhere want to know: What is normal? How can you know when stress has crossed over into a full-blown anxiety disorder? How can you prevent anxiety from taking root? And how do you help your son or daughter break free from a pattern of fear and worry and lead a happy, productive life? Fortunately, anxiety is very treatable, and parents can do a lot to help get their children's emotional well-being back on track. Freeing Your Child from Anxiety contains easy, fun, and effective tools for teaching children to outsmart their worries and take charge of their fears." Show less

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Teach your Child Meditation

Teach your Child Meditation

70 Fun & Easy Ways to Help Kids De-stress and Chill Out

by Roberts, Lisa

eBook - 2018

"This fun, hands-on guide is designed to build skills through meditation and breathing exercises that can help kids reduce stress, calm down, relax, and more." "This fun, hands-on guide is designed to build skills through meditation and breathing exercises that can help kids reduce stress, calm down, relax, and more." Show less

"This fun, hands-on guide is designed to build skills through meditation and breathing exercises that can help kids reduce stress, calm down, relax, and more." "This fun, hands-on guide is designed to build skills through meditation and breathing exercises that can help kids reduce stress, calm down, relax, and more." Show less

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Be Mindful and Stress Less

Be Mindful and Stress Less

50 Ways to Deal With your (crazy) Life

by Biegel, Gina

eBook - 2018

"Simple mindfulness practices for teens that build self-esteem, grow compassion, and reduce stress. The demands and pressures of everyday life can re...Show more "Simple mindfulness practices for teens that build self-esteem, grow compassion, and reduce stress. The demands and pressures of everyday life can really stress you out! School, work, relationships, social media, and the like can leave you pulled in so many directions it can make your head spin. When you need help fast, these simple accessible mindfulness-based practices will help bring you relief and ease right away. If you make these mindfulness and self-care practices part of your routine, you'll discover little life-hacks to get through even the toughest days." Show less

"Simple mindfulness practices for teens that build self-esteem, grow compassion, and reduce stress. The demands and pressures of everyday life can re...Show more "Simple mindfulness practices for teens that build self-esteem, grow compassion, and reduce stress. The demands and pressures of everyday life can really stress you out! School, work, relationships, social media, and the like can leave you pulled in so many directions it can make your head spin. When you need help fast, these simple accessible mindfulness-based practices will help bring you relief and ease right away. If you make these mindfulness and self-care practices part of your routine, you'll discover little life-hacks to get through even the toughest days." Show less

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Positively Teen

Positively Teen

A Practical Guide to A More Positive, More Confident You

by Morgan, Nicola

eBook - 2019

"Teaches teens how to approach their adolescent years with optimism and understanding, giving them the skills they need to develop long-term well-bei...Show more "Teaches teens how to approach their adolescent years with optimism and understanding, giving them the skills they need to develop long-term well-being. Full of practical, proven strategies, it includes advice on how to flourish both physically and mentally—from learning to do things they enjoy, to understanding how to look after their diet, exercise and attitude, to understanding their personality. With these strengths and skills in hand, teens will learn to weather any storm and thrive on the challenges of this time in their lives." Show less

"Teaches teens how to approach their adolescent years with optimism and understanding, giving them the skills they need to develop long-term well-bei...Show more "Teaches teens how to approach their adolescent years with optimism and understanding, giving them the skills they need to develop long-term well-being. Full of practical, proven strategies, it includes advice on how to flourish both physically and mentally—from learning to do things they enjoy, to understanding how to look after their diet, exercise and attitude, to understanding their personality. With these strengths and skills in hand, teens will learn to weather any storm and thrive on the challenges of this time in their lives." Show less

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Transforming Stress for Teens

Transforming Stress for Teens

The Heartmath Solution for Staying Cool Under Pressure

by McCraty, Rollin

eBook - 2016

"This unique and interactive guide offers practical skills to help you beat stress by helping you get a handle on your emotions. With simple exercise...Show more "This unique and interactive guide offers practical skills to help you beat stress by helping you get a handle on your emotions. With simple exercises--such as the Heart-Focused Breathing Technique--you'll feel calmer, be more confident, think more clearly, bounce back faster from challenging situations, and enjoy life with a new understanding of what's really important to you" Show less

"This unique and interactive guide offers practical skills to help you beat stress by helping you get a handle on your emotions. With simple exercise...Show more "This unique and interactive guide offers practical skills to help you beat stress by helping you get a handle on your emotions. With simple exercises--such as the Heart-Focused Breathing Technique--you'll feel calmer, be more confident, think more clearly, bounce back faster from challenging situations, and enjoy life with a new understanding of what's really important to you" Show less

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Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety

Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety

A Workbook for Overcoming Anxiety at Home, at School, and Everywhere Else

by Willard, Christopher

eBook - 2014

"Being a teen is hard enough without anxiety getting in the way. You are changing more than ever before, not just physically, but mentally. And if yo...Show more "Being a teen is hard enough without anxiety getting in the way. You are changing more than ever before, not just physically, but mentally. And if you suffer from panic attacks, chronic worry, and feelings of isolation, it can be very difficult to meet your goals and succeed. The good news is that there are real, powerful ways that you can take control of your anxiety—and your life!" Show less

"Being a teen is hard enough without anxiety getting in the way. You are changing more than ever before, not just physically, but mentally. And if yo...Show more "Being a teen is hard enough without anxiety getting in the way. You are changing more than ever before, not just physically, but mentally. And if you suffer from panic attacks, chronic worry, and feelings of isolation, it can be very difficult to meet your goals and succeed. The good news is that there are real, powerful ways that you can take control of your anxiety—and your life!" Show less

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The Stress Survival Guide for Teens

The Stress Survival Guide for Teens

Cbt Skills to Worry Less, Develop Grit, and Live your Best Life

by Bernstein, Jeffrey

eBook - 2019

"Is stress getting the best of you? Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like your life is zooming by? This practical, proven-effective, and easy-to-use sur...Show more "Is stress getting the best of you? Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like your life is zooming by? This practical, proven-effective, and easy-to-use survival guide has your back! School pressure, BFF drama, body changes, social media, dating—is it any wonder you're feeling stressed? You aren't alone. Many teens today find themselves worried, anxious, and stressed out. But there are ways you can take control of your stress before it interferes with your life. This go-to "survival guide" will show you how to deal with stress so you can get back to the things that make you happy. With this fun and easy guide, you'll learn how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you challenge negative thoughts and replace them with more helpful, flexible ways of seeing life's challenges. You'll also discover how important it is to slow down and notice the things that are really going well in your life!" Show less

"Is stress getting the best of you? Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like your life is zooming by? This practical, proven-effective, and easy-to-use sur...Show more "Is stress getting the best of you? Do you ever feel overwhelmed, like your life is zooming by? This practical, proven-effective, and easy-to-use survival guide has your back! School pressure, BFF drama, body changes, social media, dating—is it any wonder you're feeling stressed? You aren't alone. Many teens today find themselves worried, anxious, and stressed out. But there are ways you can take control of your stress before it interferes with your life. This go-to "survival guide" will show you how to deal with stress so you can get back to the things that make you happy. With this fun and easy guide, you'll learn how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you challenge negative thoughts and replace them with more helpful, flexible ways of seeing life's challenges. You'll also discover how important it is to slow down and notice the things that are really going well in your life!" Show less

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Stopping Stress Before It Stops You

Stopping Stress Before It Stops You

A Game Plan for Every Mom

by Leman, Kevin

eBook - 2011

"Dr. Kevin Leman has seen scores of women who are overcome by stress. With humor, insight, and practical solutions, this bestselling author helps wom...Show more "Dr. Kevin Leman has seen scores of women who are overcome by stress. With humor, insight, and practical solutions, this bestselling author helps women manage the stress points in their lives: kids, career, husband, housework, money, and crammed schedules. Women will find out how to begin enjoying a more serene lifestyle by making stress work for them." Show less

"Dr. Kevin Leman has seen scores of women who are overcome by stress. With humor, insight, and practical solutions, this bestselling author helps wom...Show more "Dr. Kevin Leman has seen scores of women who are overcome by stress. With humor, insight, and practical solutions, this bestselling author helps women manage the stress points in their lives: kids, career, husband, housework, money, and crammed schedules. Women will find out how to begin enjoying a more serene lifestyle by making stress work for them." Show less

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