Did you ever wish you knew the secret to bouncing back from life's toughest roadblocks, wounds, and obstacles? According to psychotherapist, international mindfulness teacher, and former Buddhist monk Donald Altman, there is no secret. There is simply the skill of applying mindfulness to whatever new problem knocks on your door each day. It works because mindfulness rewires your brain and dramatically changes your relationship to the problem. The 101 mindfulness 'tools' in this book will give you newfound hope, optimism, and strength. These are simple, yet powerful mindfulness practices that you can apply in just a minute or two -- whether you're facing something extremely annoying or seemingly insurmountable. Those you know may think you've found a secret elixir to wash away your problems. But you'll know the secret is just retraining your brain with 101 Mindful Ways to Build Resilience.

Did you ever wish you knew the secret to bouncing back from life's toughest roadblocks, wounds, and obstacles? According to psychotherapist, international mindfulness teacher, and former Buddhist monk Donald Altman, there is no secret. There is simply the skill of applying mindfulness to whatever new problem knocks on your door each day. It works because mindfulness rewires your brain and dramatically changes your relationship to the problem. The 101 mindfulness 'tools' in this book will give you newfound hope, optimism, and strength. These are simple, yet powerful mindfulness practices that you can apply in just a minute or two{u2014}-whether you're facing something extremely annoying or seemingly insurmountable. Those you know may think you've found a secret elixir to wash away your problems. But you'll know the secret is just retraining your brain with 101 Mindful Ways to Build Resilience.

Rewire Your Brain for Resilience Did you ever wish you knew the secret to bouncing back from life's toughest roadblocks, wounds and obstacles? According to psychotherapist, international mindfulness expert and former Buddhist monk Donald Altman, there is no secret. There is simply the skill of applying mindfulness to whatever new problem knocks on your door each day. It works because mindfulness rewires your brain and dramatically changes your relationship to the problem. The 101 mindfulnesss 'tools' in this book will give you newfound hope, optimism and strength. These are simple, yet powerful, mindfulness practices that you can apply in just a minute or two-whether you're facing something extremely annoying or seemingly insurmountable. Those who know you may think you've found a secret elixir to wash away your problems. But you'll know the secret is retraining your brain with Simply Mindful Resilience. Build Resilience with Calm, Clarity, Optimism & Happiness The four sections in Simply Mindful Resilience support positive change and overcoming obstacles of all kinds. CALM prepares you for responding, not reacting. These CALM practices reduce your stress levels and promote overall well-being and health. CLARITY optimizes your brain's executive thinking center. Instead of 'flipping your lid, ' you'll clearly and thoughtfully be able to problem solve the best course of action in the moment. OPTIMISM is a positive mindset that counters negativity and 'can't do' thinking. With these practices you'll retrain your attention and use it to uplift you and offer hope when you need it most. HAPPINESS is closer than you think. These tools will nurture relationships and resources so you'll feel better and move forward with a sense of joy, meaning and purpose. REVIEWS "Delightful. Wise. Practical. Altman immediately brings the reader into a mindful moment. He makes the cultivation of calm, clarity, optimism and happiness not only doable but inviting-and it's one minute at a time. Nurture resilience and joy not by blocking whatever may be difficult, but through acknowledgment, acceptance and appreciation. Simply Mindful Resilience helps us remember that where we place our attention makes a difference. It empowers us to build resilience every day." - Elana Rosenbaum, MS, MSW, BCD, author of Being Well "Donald Altman's Simply Mindful Resilience is the essential resilience toolkit on how to turn self-doubt and negative thinking into affirmation of one's own abilities. It is filled with innovative and engaging mindfulness methods for enhancing people skills and building resiliency. This must-read book will enhance your attitude and life with greater clarity, confidence, and optimism! Powerful, uplifting and hopeful. I highly recommend it!" - John Baldoni, international leadership coach, author of Grace Under Pressure "Each minute-long chapter will help you create that special mindful space to manage life stress and enrich not only the rest of your day, but the rest of your life." - Jean L. Kristeller, PhD, author of The Joy of Half a Cookie AUTHOR BIO Donald Altman, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist, former Buddhist monk, and award-winning author of over 20 books who has trained over 15,000 healthcare professionals on how to use mindfulness to overcome depression, anxiety, pain and stress. His best-selling The Mindfulness Toolbox won two national awards, and his inspiring novel Travelers received two Indie Book Awards. He is also the writer and creator of the "Simply Mindful" Series of books.

Facing a storm of stress and adversity in your life? Curious about how others emerge stronger from their battles? Resilience 101 unveils the essence of resilience-the formidable strength that lies within you to rebuild, transform, and thrive amidst life's harshest trials. This book is a beacon of hope, guiding you to not only endure but also to use adversity as a powerful catalyst for personal growth and profound life change. Inside this inspiring guide, you'll find: Insights into the nature of resilience, shedding light on how building this essential quality can redefine your approach to life's challenges and lead to lasting success. Effective methods for fostering emotional and mental health, crucial elements for a resilient life filled with hope and strength. Empowering recovery stories that breathe life into the pages, illustrating the transformative power of resilience through real-life journeys of overcoming trauma and adversity. Evidence-based techniques to enhance your resilience, offering practical steps to help you bounce back stronger from setbacks. Strategies for cultivating a resilient mindset, essential for facing life's uncertainties with confidence and grace. Advice on enhancing resilience in families and communities, demonstrating how building a support network can amplify the resilience of individuals. Key practices for resilience training tailored for professionals and students striving to build the tenacity required in today's dynamic world. A fresh perspective on adversity, teaching you to leverage your struggles as opportunities for growth and self-discovery. Resilience 101 is not just another book-it's a transformational tool designed to show you that within every story of adversity lies a golden opportunity for hope, recovery, and renewal. Whether you're seeking to build resilience in your personal life, aiming to foster mental strength in your professional environment, or simply looking for a source of inspiration to change your outlook on life, this book offers the help and guidance you need. Building Resilient Communities involves creating networks that support each other in times of crisis. These connections help individuals recover faster, fostering a sense of hope and strength amidst adversity. Resilience through Books offers a unique avenue for emotional and mental growth. Reading stories of recovery and triumph can change one's perspective, turning challenges into lessons of resilience. New Perspectives on Stress encourage viewing stress as a catalyst for building resilience. Understanding and managing stress leads to improved mental health and emotional strength. Self-Care Strategies are essential in maintaining resilience. Regular self-care practices enhance one's ability to face life's adversities with greater emotional and mental fortitude. Trauma-Informed Recovery approaches are crucial in building resilience. These methods help individuals understand their trauma story, offering hope and strategies for recovery and change. Turn your adversities into assets. Equip yourself with the unyielding resilience required to turn life's obstacles into triumphs. Pick up your copy of Resilience 101 today, and take the first step towards a resilient, victorious future. This narrative is essential for anyone on a quest for self-improvement, professionals keen on building resilience in the workforce, and anyone eager to master the art of turning the tide of adversity into an ocean of opportunity. Begin the change. Build resilience. Embark on your story of triumph now!

The next 60 seconds can change your life, for good or bad, and it's all about how you live them. This ground-breaking book shows how mindfulness, being present in each moment, will transform your life for the better.

An easy-to-understand guide for caregivers in a post-pandemic world who are adapting to the rapidly changing lifestyles and care needs of elders. The care and wellbeing of our seniors is paramount as we move out of the worst phase of Covid 19 and back to a more stable landscape, that is still subject to the vagaries of aging, illness, and capabilities. This Updated edition of Eldercare 101 has been expanded to include pandemic lessons, climate change impact on senior housing and relocation, new medical and technological advancements, new housing trends, multigenerational living, Zoom memorials, brain health, legal needs when you have no children or family, isolation and more. Using her Six Pillars of Aging Wellbeing™ framework, Mary Jo Saavedra and a variety of expert contributors explore the needs, desires, realistic circumstances, opportunities for healthy and safe aging, and end of life care … something we all need to think about at some time or another.

Although many of us prioritize our physical health through exercise and healthy eating, we often forget to spend time boosting our mind, mood, and mental health. Yet the mind is the source of all our thoughts, words, and actions; when our thinking is unhealthy, our lives will be unhealthy--even if we go to the gym seven times a week and eat kale every day. It is so important that we focus on mental self-care and reducing daily stress, since mental toughness and resilience will get us through difficult times and help us achieve success in every area of our lives. Using the incredible power of our minds, we can persist and grow in response to life's challenges. Let bestselling author and neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf help you change your life by changing your mind with 101 simple ways to reduce stress. With simple strategies for mental self-care, we can change the way we think and how we live our lives.