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Mind & Bowl: A Guide to Mindful Eating & Cooking

Mind & Bowl is a simple, inspiring guide to mindful eating and cooking, inviting you to see eating and cooking as a tool for self-care, creativity and an intimate relationship with the earth. Meditation teacher and retreat host Joey Hulin inspires you to explore your relationship with food as a mindfulness practice, alongside offering simple, colourful, 'bowl food' recipes for cooking at home. Reconnect with the nourishing power of food and discover simple recipes that will bring joy to every meal."Mind & Bowl offers a curious and compassionate exploration of mindfulness in general, and mindful eating in particular. Joey shares insight, knowledge and humour alongside a selection of tasty, simple-to-prepare and inviting bowl-based recipes. The first section of my copy is well-thumbed, with much underlined; the second recipe section is smattered with dollops of ingredients from delightful cooking with my children. This is a book you will come back to time and again for its humble words and beautiful recipes" - Tia Tamblyn, Breakfast and Beyond Podcast"Through this uniquely powerful and beautifully presented book, Mind & Bowl, Joey Hulin gently yet effectively awakens all our senses to the importance of eating and cooking more mindfully. As she so eloquently describes, 'eating can become habitual and unconscious to the extent that we often barely taste the food we eat, let alone really enjoy it.' Through each chapter of this culinary manual and journey, we are encouraged to pay closer attention to our relationship with food, in turn, understanding ourselves and our eating habits better, with a view to develop healthier practices. Not only will you make better choices, but once you have experienced this book's deeper wisdom, you will develop a greater appreciation for every ingredient, every forkful, and every meal!" Dr Samineh Shaheem

Your Manifesting Year: How to bring magic into your life each month

'An essential guide to unlocking the power of the universe' FEARNE COTTONThere's no better time to start manifesting than right now.Experience your most transformative year yet with this month-by-month companion to bringing more magic into your everyday life. A practice where science and mysticism meet, manifesting requires us to embody our desires if we are to achieve our dreams. By aligning our mind, body and soul - through the exercises in this book - we can then unlock the secret to a more fulfilling, joyful and confident life.With each chapter focused on a different intention - July for success, August for abundance, October for self-acceptance - this is a book rich with opportunity to help you experience the life you want most.So, whatever month you start reading, embark on a year-long journey exploring simple, life-changing manifesting practices (journaling prompts, affirmations, rituals, ceremonies and more), to help you unlock the wisdom of the universe.

Your Spiritual Almanac: A Year of Living Mindfully

With this beautiful little book as your guide, use the seasons to connect with yourself and the world around you. Ideal for all spiritual explorers, this friendly guide is full of simple, thought-provoking, bite-sized snippets of information. Each month, discover fables, crystals, essential oils, flowers, affirmations, meditations, recipes, yoga poses, and rituals and activities for kindness, eco action, creativity and connection, with each entry perfectly attuned to the season. Uncover fresh perspectives and soul-nourishing activities that will help you enjoy a mindful year.Slow down, breathe, and discover the true fulfilment of a more connected life.

Puppy Tales

Ever since she was a child, Joanne Hull has had an unusual affinity with animals and an incredible ability to communicate with them. Unsurprisingly, this connection is particularly strong with man's best friend. Intelligent, loving and loyal, dogs have always had a unique bond with humans and a special place in many people's hearts.For years Joanne has been a dedicated-dog owner and has helped other owners across the country understand their pets. In this book she shares funny, heart-warming and sometimes heart-breaking stories, and offers practical advice on how people can improve communication with their own canine companions. From uplifting tales of heroic dogs who saved the day to hilarious dog-related disasters/dilemmas to moving accounts of precious pets who are no longer with us, Puppy Tales is a celebration of all our four-pawed friends and a revelation in how to really understand your dog.

The Tactile Heart: Reflections On Theology And Blindness

Like A House On Fire: ‘Painfully astute and brilliantly funny . . . I loved it’ Beth O'Leary, author of The Flatshare

'Acutely observed and brilliantly funny' CLARE MACKINTOSH'A triumph of a novel' BETH O'LEARY* * * * * * * Things Stella and George have had blazing rows about:- Misquoting Jurassic Park.- Leaving a Coke can on the side of the bath.- Fitting car seats for their hypothetical kids.In other news, they're getting divorced.But first, Stella's mum is throwing a murder mystery party and - with her dad losing his job, her mum's recent diagnosis, and some very odd behaviour from her sister - now is not the time to tell everyone.All Stella and George have to do is make it through the day without their break-up being discovered - though it will soon turn out that having secrets runs in the family...More praise for LIKE A HOUSE ON FIRE: 'Funny and sad and relateable and deeply human' HARRIET TYCE'Part Fleabag, part Agatha Christie, Like A House On Fire is everything I love in a book...I was hooked from page one. Bravo, what a triumph!' JOSIE SILVER'Sheer delight from start to finish' LESLEY KARA'Painfully astute and brilliantly funny' BETH O'LEARY'Witty, whip-smart and wincingly observant, pure entertainment from start to finish. A Caroline Hulse book is a reading highlight of my year' CATHY BRAMLEY'Absolutely loved Like A House On Fire. A proper delight' RICHARD ROPER'Hilarious and brilliant and clever in that way only Caroline knows how to be. So compelling, I couldn't put it down' LUCY VINE'Caroline Hulse is a very funny writer and a wonderfully compassionate observer of human frailty' KATE EBERLEN'Funny, moving and astute. A triumph!' NICOLA MOSTYN

What If We Don't Die?: The Morality of Immortality (Springer Praxis Books)

This book deals with the very real possibility of earthly immortality and the human and societal implications of such immortality, including whether it is desirable.It looks at what makes immortality appear so attractive and at the possibility that we would be better served with longer lives and the freedom to terminate our lives at the time when life has given us all the joy, inspiration and personal development it possibly could.What If We Don’t Die?- Presents major moral dilemmas associated with human immortality, something which seems imminent due to rapidly progressing biomedical research.- Touches on big questions: is it acceptable that the immortal generation will be the last? How much life do you want? What is the purpose of life if life never ends?- Will trigger your imagination by putting a new spin on free will, current concepts of time and eternity, the possibility of multiple universes and multiple yous. What If We Don’t Die? draws extensively on philosophical and religious thought on the purpose of life and introduces novel perspectives on existence, personality and immortality based, for instance, on quantum mechanics and multiverse theory.

A Year of Living Simply: The joys of a life less complicated (Kate Humble)

'Simply wonderful.' - BEN FOGLE'Kate's book has the warmth and calming effect of a log fire and a glass of wine. Unknit your brow and let go. It's a treat.' - GARETH MALONE'Kate Humble pours her enviable knowledge into attainable goals. It's a winning combination and the prize - a life in balance with nature - is definitely worth claiming.' - LUCY SIEGLE'As ever, where Kate leads, I follow. She has made me reassess and reset.' - DAN SNOW'Kate Humble's new book is a lesson in moving on from a tragedy and finding our place in the world' - WOMAN & HOME'A Year of Living Simply is timely, given that the pandemic has forced most of us, in some way to simplify our lives, whether we planned to or not. Kate wrote it before any of us were aware of the upcoming crisis, but it captures the current moment perfectly... It's not necessarily a "how to" book, more of a "why not try?" approach.' - FRANCESCA BABB, MAIL ON SUNDAY YOU'What I particularly love is her philosophy for happiness, which is the subject of her new book, A Year of Living Simply. The clue is in the title. Remember the basics. Instead of barging through the day on autopilot, really stop to think about the tiniest little things that added a moment of joy. No, of course stopping and smelling the flowers won't cure all our ills and woes. But taking the time to savour the things that bring pleasure, really being in that moment and appreciating it, can remind you that most days have moments that buoy your mood.' - JO ELVIN, MAIL ON SUNDAY YOUIf there is one thing that most of us aspire to, it is, simply, to be happy. And yet attaining happiness has become, it appears, anything but simple. Having stuff - The Latest, The Newest, The Best Yet - is all too often peddled as the sure fire route to happiness. So why then, in our consumer-driven society, is depression, stress and anxiety ever more common, affecting every strata of society and every age, even, worryingly, the very young? Why is it, when we have so much, that many of us still feel we are missing something and the rush of pleasure when we buy something new turns so quickly into a feeling of emptiness, or purposelessness, or guilt?So what is the route to real, deep, long lasting happiness? Could it be that our lives have just become overly crowded, that we've lost sight of the things - the simple things - that give a sense of achievement, a feeling of joy or excitement? That make us happy. Do we need to take a step back, reprioritise? Do we need to make our lives more simple? Kate Humble's fresh and frank exploration of a stripped-back approach to life is uplifting, engaging and inspiring - and will help us all find balance and happiness every day.

Things No One Else Can Teach Us: Turning Losses Into Lessons

Create your own silver linings.

Unlearn: 101 Simple Truths For A Better Life

Forget what you think you know

Principles and Practice of Botanicals as an Integrative Therapy

The purpose of this book is to focus on major considerations in the clinical use of botanicals as an integrated therapy in current health care. The book uses an organ system approach to presenting clinical evidence on the use of botanicals for common conditions. The chapters include brief sections on background and pharmacognosy, preparation and do

Principles and Practice of Botanicals as an Integrative Therapy

The purpose of this book is to focus on major considerations in the clinical use of botanicals as an integrated therapy in current health care. The book uses an organ system approach to presenting clinical evidence on the use of botanicals for common conditions. The chapters include brief sections on background and pharmacognosy, preparation and do

At Mama’s Table: Easy & Delicious Meals From My Family To Yours

My husband Marv and I are big believers in sitting down together as a family to eat, regardless of how busy we are. When I prepare food for my family, I love using simple, fresh and flavoursome ingredients that we can all eat and enjoy together. I'm proud to say that we are now a household of foodies and I'm so excited to share my favourite family recipes with you.From Banana and Berry Yoghurt Pots, Four-Veg Mac & Cheese, Really Easy Roast Chicken and Peach Melba Pancakes, At Mama's Table is packed with all my crowd-pleasing dishes. Whether it's 'fast' food, prep-ahead recipes, twists on everyday favourites, food on the move, occasion dishes, all the snacks, I've got you covered!I truly hope you enjoy the recipes in this book as much as I do, that they take a little bit of stress out of your day and help inspire a generation of foodies in your family too.Lots of love, from my family to yoursRochelle x

Soul Dust: The Magic of Consciousness

How is consciousness possible? What biological purpose does it serve? And why do we value it so highly? In Soul Dust, the psychologist Nicholas Humphrey, a leading figure in consciousness research, proposes a startling new theory. Consciousness, he argues, is nothing less than a magical-mystery show that we stage for ourselves inside our own heads. This self-made show lights up the world for us and makes us feel special and transcendent. Thus consciousness paves the way for spirituality, and allows us, as human beings, to reap the rewards, and anxieties, of living in what Humphrey calls the "soul niche.? Tightly argued, intellectually gripping, and a joy to read, Soul Dust provides answers to the deepest questions. It shows how the problem of consciousness merges with questions that obsess us all--how life should be lived and the fear of death. Resting firmly on neuroscience and evolutionary theory, and drawing a wealth of insights from philosophy and literature, Soul Dust is an uncompromising yet life-affirming work--one that never loses sight of the majesty and wonder of consciousness.

Soul Dust: The Magic of Consciousness

How is consciousness possible? What biological purpose does it serve? And why do we value it so highly? In Soul Dust, the psychologist Nicholas Humphrey, a leading figure in consciousness research, proposes a startling new theory. Consciousness, he argues, is nothing less than a magical-mystery show that we stage for ourselves inside our own heads. This self-made show lights up the world for us and makes us feel special and transcendent. Thus consciousness paves the way for spirituality, and allows us, as human beings, to reap the rewards, and anxieties, of living in what Humphrey calls the "soul niche.? Tightly argued, intellectually gripping, and a joy to read, Soul Dust provides answers to the deepest questions. It shows how the problem of consciousness merges with questions that obsess us all--how life should be lived and the fear of death. Resting firmly on neuroscience and evolutionary theory, and drawing a wealth of insights from philosophy and literature, Soul Dust is an uncompromising yet life-affirming work--one that never loses sight of the majesty and wonder of consciousness.

Learning Disability Placements: A Pocket Guide (Pocket Guides)

A handy pocket guide to help learning disability student nurses prepare for their practice placements. Learning disability nursing placements can be daunting – you’ll be working in a range of settings and supporting vulnerable individuals with a variety of learning disabilities. There are new colleagues to work with, and newly learned nursing theory to put into practice. This pocket guide is designed to make your placements much more enjoyable and less

Animals, Ethics, and Language: The Philosophy of Meaningful Communication in the Lives of Animals (The Palgrave Macmillan Animal Ethics Series)

With an ever-growing body of evidence on the links between different oppressions, never have the debates in Critical Animal Studies surrounding intersectionality in relation to animal ethics been more important. In particular, the arguments related to anthropomorphic attributes of mentality to other than humans promise to provide fruitful new ground for re-assessing human-animal relations. This book maps the central debates surrounding anthropomorphism in relation to our descriptions of animals, their lives, animal mentality, and meaningful communication in the nonhuman world. Rebekah Humphreys synthesizes the work of critical animal theorists, philosophers, and cognitive ethologists, and provides a critical account of how the debates concerning anthropomorphism play a key role in a proper understanding of animal ethics.

The Power of Negative Thinking

`An immensely challenging book' The Irish Times ’A useful self-help book, written by a psychologist and designed to increase self-awareness and a much greater understanding of self' Irish IndependentAn exciting guide for personal healing, growth and development, The Power of `Negative' Thinking was first published in 1996.It has sold 30,000 copies in its original format and has been translated into twelve foreign-language editions. It is a ground-breaking publication which successfully challenges many of the current ideas in psychology today by making some surprising but convincing claims.

Mindful Chef: Healthy You, Happy Planet

From the Founders of Mindful Chef, the UK's highest rated recipe box with over 23 million meals delivered to 340,000 customers.Mindful Chef started with a vision to make healthy eating easy and to use their business as a force for good; good for the health of their customers and good for the planet too.The brand is now in the top 3% of global B Corp food companies, with an industry-leading low carbon range and a regenerative farming program helping their suppliers implement regenerative practices.Containing over 70 delicious, healthy and easy-to-make recipes, Mindful Chef: Healthy You, Happy Planet equips you with the skills and knowledge to improve your health with delicious recipes that are not only good for you, but better for the planet, too.Using fresh produce and a variety of seasonal ingredients, each recipe is 100% dairy and gluten-free, contains no refined carbs, and takes no more than 30 minutes to cook. Each meal champions local, seasonal ingredients so you can enjoy the best of British produce, add variety to your diet, start feeling good inside and out, and help the planet too.

The Book of Tarot: A Spiritual Key to Understanding the Cards (Mystic Archives)

From how to take care of your tarot cards to how to unlock your intuition when reading, this enthralling guide will appeal to anyone wanting to learn to read the cards or improve their readings. With plenty of information on the history of the tarot, the different types of card deck available, traditional and modern spreads to use, and methods of interpretation, this is an empowering look at the world of tarot, dispelling myths and developing the reader's skill in reading tarot. This will become an essential reference tool for anyone interested in tarot.Includes:• A section on selecting and taking care of tarot cards• Practices to improve readings• Different spreads to use for different queriesABOUT THE SERIES: The Mystic Archives are beautiful hardcover guides which reveal the hidden mysteries of esoteric arts, presented with foil-embossing, Wibalin binding, patterned endpapers and gilded page edges.

Psychic Powers: Unlock Your Natural Intuition (Arcturus Hidden Knowledge)

Written by professional psychic Sahar Huneidi-Palmer, this captivating guide will help you unlock your innate psychic gifts, tap into your subconscious and strengthen your intuition. It explores classic psychic techniques, accompanied by a host of tips and exercises to practice them in your everyday life.Includes:• Meditation• Dreamwork• Affirmations• Aura and chakra work• Automatic writingABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Hidden Knowledge Series explores some of the most fascinating subjects in modern alternative thought and practice. Written by experts and renowned practitioners in their respective fields, this series brings the latest in developments in everything from spiritual development to alternative health.

Gluten-Free on a Shoestring: 125 Easy Recipes for Eating Well on the Cheap

Gluten-free cooking has never been this easy--or affordable!Gluten-free foods have changed dramatically over the past ten years--but one thing that's constant is that you can spend a lot of money trying to feed yourself and your family well--often three times as much (or more)! Nicole Hunn has been helping home cooks eat well and on the cheap since 2009. Now, she's updated her beloved Gluten-Free on a Shoestring, the indispensable guide to simple, inexpensive GF cooking. From chicken potpie to banana cream pie, Nicole shares her recipes for tasty family favorites--all gluten-free, all easy on your wallet. With revised and new recipes, pantry-stocking tips, keys to the best GF flour blends--and of course, more top money-saving secrets--Nicole's got you (and your wallet) covered for every meal and craving.

Gluten-Free on a Shoestring: 125 Easy Recipes for Eating Well on the Cheap

Gluten-free cooking has never been this easy -- or affordable! Gluten-free foods have changed dramatically over the past ten years -- but one thing that's constant is that you can spend a lot of money trying to feed yourself and your family well--often three times as much (or more)! Nicole Hunn has been helping home cooks eat well and on the cheap since 2009. Now, she's updated her beloved Gluten-Free on a Shoestring, the indispensable guide to simple, inexpensive GF cooking. From chicken potpie to banana cream pie, Nicole shares her recipes for tasty family favorites -- all gluten-free, all easy on your wallet. With revised and new recipes, pantry-stocking tips, keys to the best GF flour blends -- and of course, more top money-saving secrets -- Nicole's got you (and your wallet) covered for every meal and craving.

Gluten-Free on a Shoestring Bakes Bread: (Biscuits, Bagels, Buns, and More)

Founder of glutenfreeonashoestring.com and author of the Gluten-Free on a Shoestring cookbook series is back with more than 100 recipes devoted to bagels, buns, flatbreads, rolls, doughs, and more.If you're eating gluten-free, you know the challenges of bread. But now, thanks to Nicole Hunn, you can have easy, budget-friendly, delicious recipes for all your favorites, from shaped breads to flatbreads, biscuits, scones, and muffins. You'll learn to master lean crusty white bread, hearty whole-grain, fragrant cinnamon swirl, decadent cheese bread, not to mention a wild yeast starter you'll use to make everything imaginable, including a real no-rye "rye" bread. And you won't need a bread machine or any fancy supplies. Nicole covers all the essentials, including: recipes from a bread flour that makes it all work, all-purpose flour blends, a whole-grain blend, and a pastry flour; key techniques; the secrets to working ably with gluten-free dough; and even a whole section on troubleshooting. Gluten-Free on a Shoestring Bakes Bread tells you everything you need to know to make the artisan-style bread you've been missing--and at a fraction of the cost.

Gluten-Free on a Shoestring, Quick and Easy: 100 Recipes for the Food You Love--Fast!

People who follow a gluten-free diet—avoiding all foods with even a trace of wheat, barley, and rye in their ingredients—don&’t always have the quick and cheap food options that their friends do…until now.Gluten-free guru Nicole Hunn is back with 100 new quick-prep and make-ahead recipes for dinners, yeast-free breads, baked goods, snacks, breakfasts, and more. These unique timesaving recipes take advantage of readily available gluten-free ingredients and kitchen shortcuts. Created with the busy family in mind, Hunn shares her secrets to getting a complete meal, including bread, on the table in no time flat – all without breaking the bank.Recipes include Super-Quick Cinnamon Rolls, Yeast-Free English Muffins, Easy Veggie Burgers, Weeknight Chicken Soup, Cheesecake Cookies, Make-Your-Own Yellow Cake Mix, and more.