books about: stress

books about: stress

books:

Stress

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

John J. Ratey

Little, Brown and Company, 2008

The interdependence of mental, emotional, and physical health
With Eric Hagerman, John Ratey has written a book in which he explains -- in layman's terms (to the extent that is possible) -- how physical exercise can "supercharge [provide a `spark' to] mental circuits to avoid or overcome stress, sharpen thinking, lift mood, ...

The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)

Martha Davis, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman, ...

New Harbinger Publications, 2008

Working with relaxation
An excellent reference book which has worked well for me. It is a professional approach to learning to cope with stress and some of the adverse effects of drugs. It is in constant use, and I have recommended it to friends.

The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook, Fourth Edition

Edmund J. Bourne

New Harbinger Publications, 2005

extremely helpful
I found this book to be easy to read and extremely helpful. After one read-through, I ripped out the pages I wanted to refer to on a regular basis: deep-breathing techniques, peaceful scene visualizations, lists of positive affirmations, among others. I read through ...

Who Moved My Cheese? An Amazing Way to Deal with Change in Your Work and in Your Life

Spencer Johnson

G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1998

thought provoking
this is a great little book that has many applications in life who isn't aware that change is our only constant? but this book makes you reflect on how we deal with the changes makes the difference! i liked it so much -i ordered the kids version for my grandkids

Adrenal Fatigue: The 21st Century Stress Syndrome

James L. Wilson

Smart Publications, 2002

This Book put it all together for me
The Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome is a must read for everyone! If you have fibromyalgia, arthritis, stress or any other problem you should start here. It will save a lot of time and effort in the long run!

Vector Mechanics for Engineers: Statics w/CD-ROM

Ferdinand P. Beer, Jr., E. Russell Johnston, ...

McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, 2006

Superb
This book is great for self learning!, most of the theorems are explained in a very good way (a little too good and normally a little to hard to understand the first time) the examples are clear and the exercises are neither easy nor difficult (well some of them are ...

Crucial Confrontations

Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, ...

McGraw-Hill, 2004

Daily problems solutions
Confrontations with other people's ideas, opinions and actions are part of a daily routine. Books like "Crucial Confrontations" show us how it looks like when stakes are high and results could strongly influence our lives. Having such book "on our side" help us to ...

Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness

Jon Kabat-Zinn

Delta, 1990

Healing for the Heart and Head
I bought this book in the middle of a year-long battle with insomnia--not the typical life-changing trauma that brings many others to this book, but insomnia destroyed me both physically and emotionally. My doctor suggested anti-depressants, and a friend suggested Full ...

Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

David Allen

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2002

Life changing..
First, I want to say that I'd listened to the audio book of this years ago. And at the time it didn't resonate with me AT ALL. Frankly I'm not sure I finished the audio--but either way I couldn't remember any of it other than it was in my library. Fast forward a ...

The Miracle Ball Method: Relieve Your Pain, Reshape Your Body, Reduce Your Stress [2 Miracle Balls Included]

Elaine Petrone

Workman Publishing Company, 2003

AWESOME
I have bought this fro my mom and friends because they are absolutely amazing...trust me it's worth it

Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--from Domestic Abuse to Political Terror

Judith Herman

Basic Books, 1997

A study of trauma and a process for healing
Traumatic experiences can permanently scar or change you. In this groundbreaking work, Judith Herman meticulously explores the impact of trauma on the human psyche, whether the trauma originates from a natural disaster, political terror, captivity or combat. Writing ...

Brain Wave Vibration: Getting Back into the Rhythm of a Happy, Healthy Life

Ilchi Lee

Best Life Media, 2008

Clear, simple, profound
You don't have to be a neuroscientist to understand what this book says about the brain. Everyone can follow these simple exercises to feel better. But the best part is that it discusses the brain in a way that is not technical or boring. Get ready to have fun!

Emotional Vampires: Dealing With People Who Drain You Dry

Albert J. Bernstein

McGraw-Hill, 2002

Useful, Informative, Easy to Read
I came across this book when a close friend of mine ran into issues with a difficult person in her life. Some one gave her the book, and (because I read everything in sight!) I subsequently read it. It was very beneficial in explaining my relationship with my youngest ...

On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace

Dave Christensen Grossman, Loren W. Christensen

PPCT Research Publications, 2007

On Combat
WOW, this is a must read for anyone in the military or Law Enforcement. They cover things I had never before been told but should have. This will change the way you think and prepare for your daily task. A must read for everyone from a recruit to seasoned veteran.

QBQ! The Question Behind the Question: Practicing Personal Accountability in Work and in Life

John G. Miller

Putnam Publishing Group, 2004

Brief, direct and to the point...
The author keeps it brief and direct, but he hits the nail on the head. Time to quit pointing the finger at everyone else and get to work. If I owned my own company, I would make this mandatory reading for all my employees.