The author outlines a practical and forward-looking guide to resolvingonflict that will help readers smooth relationships at home, in theorkplace, and within families. Original.

Creating peace in our lives is a life-long journey. The author, a successful conflict resolution and mediation consultant, draws on knowledge and techniques from many different disciplines: neurology, psychology, teambuilding, communication skills, negotiation, martial arts, alternative dispute resolution, law, education, diversity training, and spirituality. All her concepts and tools are solidly based on accepted research; nevertheless the book is written in a very down-to-earth, conversational style. The book gives readers of all backgrounds the skills to resolve conflicts successfully with others, create win-win outcomes, and add peace to their everyday lives. The author includes many interesting examples from her experience with couples and other people from her private practice. Whether the conflict is divorce, minor incompatibility between housemates or spouses, issues about or with the children, adolescent rebellion, extended family feuds, generation gap misunderstandings, irascible senior citizens, workplace squabbles, or a disagreeable boss, this book offers workable solutions.

How often in a given day do you feel rushed, judged, put upon, or ignored? It's tempting to respond to the slights and indignities of life with bitterness, resentment, frustration, or sadness. But what if there's a better way? Enter The Peace Project and its potent mixture of practicing thankfulness, kindness, and mercy. With short, digestible chapters and plenty of practical application, The Peace Project demonstrates that lasting inner peace comes from outward practices--seeing others, as well as ourselves, not as obstacles to overcome or objects against which to compete or compare but as people of great worth. This is no if-then theology where God's grace is earned by our actions. It's a chance to dive headfirst into the endless depths of his peace where we can actually, finally, somehow breathe. Welcome to the less-than-perfect, sometimes hilarious, consistently magical journey of practicing thankfulness, kindness, and mercy with Kay, her kids, and some brave friends.

Jay Shetty, social media superstar and host of the #1 podcast On Purpose, distills the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical steps anyone can take every day to live a less anxious, more meaningful life. When you think like a monk, you’ll understand: -How to overcome negativity -How to stop overthinking -Why comparison kills love -How to use your fear -Why you can’t find happiness by looking for it -How to learn from everyone you meet -Why you are not your thoughts -How to find your purpose -Why kindness is crucial to success -And much more... Shetty grew up in a family where you could become one of three things—a doctor, a lawyer, or a failure. His family was convinced he had chosen option three: instead of attending his college graduation ceremony, he headed to India to become a monk, to meditate every day for four to eight hours, and devote his life to helping others. After three years, one of his teachers told him that he would have more impact on the world if he left the monk’s path to share his experience and wisdom with others. Heavily in debt, and with no recognizable skills on his résumé, he moved back home in north London with his parents. Shetty reconnected with old school friends—many working for some of the world’s largest corporations—who were experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness, and they invited Shetty to coach them on well-being, purpose, and mindfulness. Since then, Shetty has become one of the world’s most popular influencers. In 2017, he was named in the Forbes magazine 30-under-30 for being a game-changer in the world of media. In 2018, he had the #1 video on Facebook with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 38 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos which have amassed more than 8 billion views, and his podcast, On Purpose, is consistently ranked the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast. In this inspiring, empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Combining ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, Think Like a Monk reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits, and access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us. He transforms abstract lessons into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, improve relationships, and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can—and should—think like a monk.

Imagine if a single word could change your life. What if I told you the key to a peaceful life is one little four-letter word (and no, not the one that starts with F!). The word I'm referring to is LOVE. More than ever, our world needs love. So, what is love, and how can we get more in our lives? A Year of Love: Finding peace one day at a time details my journey when I selected "love" as my word of the year and focused on bringing more love to every aspect of my life - every day for a year. In this book, I explore how love enhanced my relationships with my family and friends, my health and wellbeing, as well as my connection with nature and the world around me. My Year of Love was challenging at times, but by the end of the year, I had experienced remarkable personal growth. Each chapter of this book shares actionable steps or "Love Lessons" that you can implement in your own life. In reading this book, I hope you are inspired to embark on your word of the year journey and have the opportunity to experience for yourself how one word can change your life, a day at a time.