Stress Addiction

Trauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world’s foremost experts on trauma, has spent more than three decades working with survivors. In The Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust.

Want a Proven Plan for How to Reduce Stress & Improve Your Health? ”The book is just solid in terms of content and instruction.” – Cameron You’re stressed out. You’ve gained weight. You just can’t seem to get a break and make yourself feel better. Does this sound like you? There’s got to be relief…right? Rest assured, there is a way. There is help. You can do it! You can make it through! I know you can and I’m here to help. All illness, pain, and psychological problems are the result of imbalances in the body's energy. It’s true. And that’s why EFT works so well. EFT, ...

These days there's so much fear in the air, you can almost taste it - along with all the varieties of anxiety, anger, and addiction that grow out of it. How can you navigate your way through the fear and confusion, and find your way to peace? In Fear Less, acclaimed teacher and award-winning author Dean Sluyter shows how to use simple meditative techniques and subtle tweaks of body, mind, and breath to open your life to deep, relaxed confidence.

This second edition of The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction will help you identify the root of your addictive behaviors while providing healthy coping strategies to deal with the stress, anxiety, and depression that can come from experiencing a loss.

"Untangling Trauma and Addiction" by Grace Monroe emerges as a poignant and transformative guide, offering a new perspective on the daunting challenges of addiction and trauma. With her unique voice, Grace Monroe transcends the traditional boundaries of non-fiction, providing a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally relevant. Grace's journey, marked by her own battles and those of her loved ones, infuses this book with authenticity and heartfelt insight.

Are you tired of feeling controlled by your nicotine addiction? Do you want to quit smoking but don't know where to start? 30 Days to Quit Smoking offers a unique approach to quitting cigarettes that combines mindfulness, meditation, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques into a comprehensive 30-day program. With this program, readers will learn how to observe their thoughts and cravings without judgment, identify triggers that lead to smoking, and develop strategies for managing stress and anxiety without turning to cigarettes. Each day of the program features a new mindfulness ...

In this powerful guide, award-winning psychiatrist Dr. Anders Hansen provides groundbreaking strategies to reclaim your focus and mental well-being. Unveiling the evolutionary reason for our distractibility, The Attention Fix sheds light on the toll our constant connection to smartphones and digital devices takes on our mental well-being. Backed by extensive research and studies, Dr. Hansen’s insights are scientifically proven and enriched through his exploration of the intricacies of the human brain.

Gabor Maté’s internationally bestselling books have changed the way we look at addiction and have been integral in shifting the conversations around ADHD, stress, disease, embodied trauma, and parenting. Now, in this revolutionary book, he eloquently dissects how in Western countries that pride themselves on their health care systems, chronic illness and general ill health are on the rise. So what is really “normal” when it comes to health?

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Sipping Fear shows you how the catecholamines responsible for desire and fear always act together. Desire is by its very nature a form of fear (like FOMO: fear of missing out). This is what narrows focus and provides temporary stress relief.

Step 1: You admit that you're powerless over your addiction. Now what? Twelve-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) have helped countless people on the path to recovery. But many still feel that 12-step programs aren't for them: that the spiritual emphasis is too narrow, the modality too old-school, the setting too triggering, or the space too exclusive. Some struggle with an addict label that can eclipse the histories, traumas, and experiences that feed into addiction, or dismisses the effects of adverse experiences like trauma in the first place.

Further Along the Road Less Traveled takes the lectures of Dr. Peck and presents his profound insights into the issues that confront and challenge all of us today: spirituality, forgiveness, relationships, and growing up. In this aid for living less simplistically, you will learn not to look for the easy answers but to think multidimensionally. You will learn to reach for the "ultimate step", which brings you face to face with your personal spirituality.

Throughout recovery, whenever I’d heard something valuable, I'd write the gist on a scrap of paper. The book is a compilation of 250 such discussions—difficult lessons I've learned. Everyday "life" situations, relatable to anyone—whether they struggle with addiction or not: romantic relationships, self-esteem, self-centeredness, guilt, not letting go, dealing with other people.

Looking to quit vaping but struggling with cravings and withdrawals? 30 Days to Stop Vaping is a unique mindfulness program designed to help you break free from the cycle of nicotine addiction and start living a healthier, more fulfilling life. Over the course of 30 days, you'll explore a variety of mindfulness exercises and techniques that can help you manage stress, reduce anxiety, and overcome the urge to vape. Each exercise is designed to be practical and easy to incorporate into your daily routine, so you can start experiencing the benefits of mindfulness right away. With 30 unique ...

Losing weight and successfully maintaining it over the long term is not as much about what you put in your stomach; it's more about what's happening in the brain. In Brain-Powered Weight Loss, psychotherapist and weight management expert Eliza Kingsford shows that more than 90 percent of people who go on diet programs (even healthy ones) fail or eventually regain because they have a dysfunctional relationship with food.

The book contains a five-point plan for overcoming anxiety, depression, and addiction. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and relapse prevention strategies that will change your life. Learn new coping skills such as cognitive therapy, stress management, and mindfulness along with step-by-step instructions on how to use them. The book includes numerous exercises and a one-month program to help you get started. Dr. Melemis is a leading authority in addiction and mood disorders who has helped thousands of people improve their lives. For more information refer to IWantToChangeMyLife.org.

Built for Freedom is a no-holds-barred look at the root of all this suffering and the way I’ve found to leave it behind without having to turn your life into an unpaid career of therapy, recovery, and healing. The stories inside are an invitation to quit the fight and finally enjoy your birthright of freedom. Because you are already built for it.

What if you could see around the corners of your life? Wouldn't it help to know what the most challenging days of your life would be like BEFORE they hit? There are certain days in life that stand out because they are among the toughest that you or someone you love will experience. Your quality of life and your experience on the journey through this world are a function of how you handle these days when they arrive. Will you be ready? Will you be strong? Will you survive and be better for it, or will you cave?

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by the nonstop buzz of digital notifications, social media updates, and the need to be online all the time in today's fast-paced, highly connected world. For anyone looking to regain their time, concentration, and mental health, The Art of Digital Detox provides an effective remedy. This book is the best guide to a digital detox. It tells readers how to disconnect from technology and get back in touch with the present moment through detailed steps and expert advice. This book has smart tips, awareness exercises, and self-reflection activities that help people ...

In a world defined by social media notifications, instant messaging, and 24/7 digital access, more and more people are facing unprecedented levels of anxiety, stress, and burnout. The Mental Health Crisis in the Digital Age presents a comprehensive roadmap for understanding why these pressures have emerged, and how to address them without forsaking the conveniences of modern technology. Drawing on current research in psychology, neuroscience, and organizational behavior, this book illuminates how constant connectivity can reshape our emotional well-being, blur the line between work and ...