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Letting go is one of the hardest things a person can do. When you’ve held on for months—or years—the weight becomes part of your daily rhythm: the thoughts that won’t quiet down, the heaviness in your chest every morning, the constant tug of “what if.” This small book offers a steady hand through that overwhelming process. When You Need to Let Go helps readers understand why releasing the past feels so impossible, even when they know it’s necessary. With a deeply human and compassionate voice, the book explores the emotional knots that keep people stuck—fear, regret, ...

In today's information-rich world, children face more choices and conflicting messages than ever before. The Smart Kid's Survival Guide empowers elementary students (ages 6-12) with essential critical thinking skills through engaging stories, relatable characters, and fun activities that make complex concepts accessible and enjoyable. Through eleven carefully crafted chapters, young readers join characters like Maya, Jake, and Emma as they navigate everyday situations that require smart thinking. From understanding how their brains work to becoming "truth detectives," children learn to ...

When your child's beloved pet dies, you're faced with one of parenting's most heartbreaking moments. How do you explain death to a three-year-old? What words bring comfort to a teenager grieving their first real loss? How do you know when sadness becomes something more serious? Goodbye, Best Friend offers the compassionate guidance you need during this difficult time. Written by Dr. Patricia Farrell, licensed psychologist and author of "How to Be Your Own Therapist" and other trusted self-help books, this comprehensive guide recognizes that pet loss is often a child's first encounter with ...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re falling short—or that your inner critic is louder than your confidence—you’re not alone. You Are Enough: Building Your Self-Worth is a compact, compassionate guide to silencing self-doubt and rediscovering your inherent value. In her calm, reassuring voice, Dr. Patricia A. Farrell helps readers recognize the lies we tell ourselves about being “not good enough” and replace them with truth and kindness. Through short, practical chapters, she shows how to quiet the inner critic, stop unhealthy comparison, build authentic confidence, and set ...

Every day, you're bombarded with 34 gigabytes of information. Social media feeds, news alerts, opinions from every direction, and now AI telling you what to think. It's overwhelming, exhausting, and frankly, it's making us all a little crazy. But what if there was a way to cut through the noise and think clearly again? "The Little Book on Learning Big Critical Thinking Skills" isn't just another self-help book—it's your personal thinking trainer. In just 150 pages, you'll discover how to spot lies, make better decisions, and stop falling for the tricks that keep you confused and ...

Dr. Patricia A. Farrell's essential guide offers evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools specifically designed for overwhelmed caregivers. Unlike other self-help books requiring extensive time commitments, this practical resource provides immediate strategies that caregivers can implement during their most challenging moments. What Makes This Book Essential: Real Stories: Authentic experiences from caregivers facing dementia, stroke recovery, and chronic illness 8 Targeted Chapters: Each addresses specific struggles with proven CBT interventions Crisis Management: Practical ...

If you're reading this, something or someone you loved is gone. And you're wondering if you'll ever feel okay again. This book won't tell you there are five stages you need to get through. It won't promise that time heals all wounds. And it definitely won't tell you to "stay positive" or "look for the silver lining." What it will do is sit with you in the pain. Tell you the truth. And help you get through today. GRIEF IS LOVE WITH NOWHERE TO GO After a loss, everyone has advice. Most of it doesn't help. They tell you how you should feel, when you should be "over it," and what you need to do...

When People Hurt You: Healing and Setting Boundaries is a gentle but powerful guide for anyone who has spent too many years saying “yes” when every part of them whispered “no.” Adapted from real experiences and grounded in psychological research, this book helps readers finally understand what boundaries are, why they matter, and how to set them without guilt, apology, or fear. Through relatable stories and clear explanations, Dr. Patricia A. Farrell shows how emotional exhaustion, resentment, physical stress, and relationship imbalance almost always point to one painful truth: ...

When Avery Brooks reopens her grandmother’s quaint coffee shop, she expects long hours, mismatched mugs, and maybe a trickle of customers nostalgic for the past. What she doesn’t expect is Mason Wright—the confident, polished owner of Wright Roast across the street—whose modern café has already won the town’s loyalty. From the moment Avery unlocks her door, sparks fly. Mason thrives on precision, Avery on heart. He calibrates every cup to perfection; she trusts a fading index card of her grandmother’s recipes that promises ‘comfort with a twist.’ When the town announces a ...

Your mind is racing. Again. It's 2 AM, or maybe the middle of your workday, and the worried thoughts just won't quit. You're not broken. You're not alone. And there is help. When Your Mind Won't Stop is a pocket-sized guide written by a psychologist who knows what it's like when anxiety takes over. This isn't another long self-help book you'll never finish. It's 5,000 words of real help you can read in one sitting—right on your phone, wherever you are. Inside, you'll discover: Why your brain won't shut off (and why that doesn't mean something's wrong with you) Simple tools to break the ...

Stuck between two choices and can't figure out which way to go? You're not alone. And you're not broken. When you're facing a big decision—about a relationship, a job, where to live, or any major life choice—it's easy to get paralyzed. You make lists, ask everyone you know, and lie awake running through it all again. But you still can't decide. At the Crossroads: Making Big Decisions is your pocket companion for getting unstuck. In this short, practical guide, you'll learn: Why some decisions feel impossible (and what to do about it) How to figure out what really matters to you When to ...

In this compelling collection of 35 flash fiction stories, acclaimed author P. A. Farrell (author of "Unexpected Short Tales of Surprise") masterfully explores the universal human experience of waiting—those suspended moments between hope and despair, anticipation and resignation, dreams and reality. From Marcus's obsessive search for the mysterious calendar girl in "Calendar Girl" to Sarah's journey from financial desperation to musical breakthrough in "Water on the Side," each story captures characters at pivotal crossroads where time seems to stand still. Whether it's Marie struggling ...

In this compelling follow-up, Dr. Patricia Farrell returns with the same piercing insight and refreshing candor that defined her previous work. "Unfiltered Again" continues her fearless exploration of psychological truths that many professionals hesitate to address. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, Dr. Farrell examines the complex realities of mental health, personal development, and human relationships through thought-provoking articles that challenge conventional wisdom. She skillfully navigates sensitive topics with a rare combination of scientific rigor and accessible prose....

"UNFILTERED" offers Dr. Patricia A. Farrell's candid insights into psychology when masks come off. This collection challenges mental health misconceptions through 65 concise chapters covering diverse topics—from debunking the 10,000 daily steps myth to exploring gut-brain connections and environmental impacts on cognition. Backed by current research, Dr. Farrell delivers practical wisdom on everything from grieving processes to the benefits of creative expression, providing readers with accessible, evidence-based guidance without unnecessary fluff. In an era of overwhelming health ...

Work stress affects everyone, but there just 8 things you need to do to help yourself no matter what the work environment. This publication provides simple, focused ways for you to begin to turn your life around and begin to manage the stress that comes your way through your work.