Negative emotions, thoughts and feelings can overcome our mind and prevent us from seeing all that is good in life. These books will help you gain back control over your mind from such negative energy.
What to Say When You Talk to Your Self
Authors: Shad Helmstetter,
You’re always talking to yourself, sometimes even without realizing that you are. But this self-talk is often negative and crippling. It is the reason why you aren’t where you are destined to be in life. Shad Helmstetter puts an end to this and gives you five life-changing levels of self-talk so that you can reclaim your life from the shackles of negativity.
I’m OK – You’re OK
Authors: Thomas A. Harris,
During childhood, we relied on our parents for comfort and care. But with time, we started identifying our feelings in relation to how others feel. Harris shows you how you can come out of this trap and communicate with the world like an adult who has control over childlike emotions and is able to effectively give the comfort of a parent.
Anger: Wisdom for Cooling the Flames
Authors: Thich Nhat Hanh,
Many centuries ago, Buddha taught us that in life, there are three happiness destroyers — an obsessive desire for more, incorrect knowledge and anger. In this profound book, the Buddhist monk, Thich Nhat Hanh, will help you conquer these three destroyers of happiness. His insights will give life to every corner of your soul that anger has damaged.
The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You
Authors: Elaine N. Aron,
If you’re someone with a highly imaginative spirit who is easily shaken by noise and requires solitude every day to survive, you are an HSP (Highly Sensitive Person). Dr. Aron believes she is one too. She will show you a way to gain a better understanding of yourself so that you can find your place in this world without getting overwhelmed.
Battlefield of the Mind: Winning the Battle in Your Mind
Authors: Joyce Meyer,
In an inspiring and intimate style, Joyce Meyer guides you towards overcoming panic, anxiety, stress, and depression. She helps you strengthen your battlefield (your mind) so that you can combat all of these attacks with patience, resilience, and courage. Learn to live life the way God wants it and navigate through the ups and the downs until you ultimately make it through.
Taking the Leap: Freeing Ourselves from Old Habits and Fears
Authors: Pema Chodron,
According to Pema Chodron, everyone possesses intelligence, warmth, and openness. In this book, she shows you how you can uncover these hidden traits. Once you’ve done so, you will find an easy way to deal with issues such as anger, hatred, and addiction. In essence, this book will transform your life in every way possible.
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life: The Breakthrough Program for Conquering Anxiety, Depression, Obsessiveness, Anger, and Impulsiveness
Authors: Daniel G. Amen,
Dr. Amen provides you with some unique “brain prescriptions”. For example, practice easy breathing techniques to overcome surges of anxiety or panic. Eliminate negative thoughts to fight depression. Change your dietary habits to overcome an anger-problem.
10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge, and Found Self-Help That Actually Works
Authors: Dan Harris,
The voice in your head — this could determine your life’s successes and failures. It was this inner voice that made Dan Harris experience a panic attack on national television and made him delve into its powers. What he discovered will teach you to control your body’s biology and psychology and open doors to new potential in your life.
Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
Authors: Kristin Neff,
Whether you want to lose weight, become a better parent or cope with emotional trauma, Kristin Neff’s Self-Compassion is sure to help you out. Neff reveals the power of being kind to yourself and helps you remove the toxic thoughts that plague your mind. As a result, you will uncover a new potential in living a life that is happier and more fulfilling.
Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel By Changing the Way You Think
Authors: Dennis Greenberger,Christine A. Padesky, Aaron T. Beck
Greenberger and Padesky are experts in the field of cognitive therapy and training. In this book, they provide some strategies that can be implemented on your own or with professional help, to improve your mental health. This book can help you cope with panic attacks, anxiety, poor relationships and even depression.
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