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 GUIDED MEDITATION for SELF-COMPASSION

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RECOMMENDED BOOKS
ANXIETY, INNER CRITIC, SELF-COMPASSION, CONFIDENCE



​A very accessible book on learning about how to use the wisdom of our emotions to live more full and authentic lives.

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​"A guide to overcoming fear and self-doubt based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a values-based approach."



​A tremendous book on learning to use mindfulness to work with powerful emotions and calm an over-active inner critic.



​A wonderful and empowering book to help combat that inner critic and develop strength and resilience through self-compassion. Based on extensive research on the power of self-compassion.



​"How the science of compassion can help you understand your emotions, live in the present, and connect deeply with others."



​Widely popular, eye-opening book on the difference between fixed and growth mindsets including the importance of effort and failure as a part of learning.



​"The new brain science of content-ment, calm, and confidence."



The power of the introvert. A wonderful book normalizing/celebrating the life of an introvert in a seemingly extroverted world.
RELATIONSHIPS, LOVE, & ATTACHMENT STYLES
PARENTING
RECOMMENDED APPS
for Mindfulness, Insomnia, Stress-Reduction, Relaxation, and Meditation
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RECOMMENDED WEBSITES
MINDFULNESS & SELF-COMPASSION​
​PARENTING
  • Aha! Parenting - This website has practical tips and insights for better understanding and living with the little (and not so little) ones in your life - from the womb through the teenage years.

  • InfoAboutKids.org - ​the latest research and evidence-based guidance on raising a family and helping children.

  • Common Sense Media - wonderful resource for checking appropriateness of movies, video games, apps, and books based on age. The site also provides great book, app, video game, movie and website recommendations based on age-appropriateness.

  • Parent Tool Kit - helping parents supporting their children from pre-K through high school with tons of information on typical developmental milestones by grade in the areas of academics, health/wellness, and social/emotional functioning.

  • The Greater Good Science Center - useful information on parenting and much more.

  • Dr. Friendtastic™ - a new, interactive website for helping kids navigate friendships,

  • GoZen - fun, interactive program about anxiety in and for kids.

  • Hand-in-Hand Parenting - lots of great resources on Parenting by Connection and viewing children's "off-track" behaviors as important communications as well as how to help live more peacefully.
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  • Postpartum Support International - tremendous resource for new parents including book recommendations and a warm-line.
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NOTE: Not responsible for the content, claims, or representations of the listed books, sites, or apps. The above are simply provided as a resource and not a substitue for professional help.