The author draws upon cutting-edge science and painstaking reporting to explore the very heart of panic and poise. He explains why some people thrive under pressure, while others falter--and how we can go forward with steadier nerves and increased confidence.

Shares mindfulness activities that teach children how to focus their thoughts and pay attention, with care, to one moment at a time, including breathing exercises, moving the body to unwind stress, and taking a walk in the woods.

"Expertly vetted and playfully presented with comic illustrations, a young person's guide to anxiety management shares reassurance about how everyone gets worried sometimes and what to do when too much anxiety gets in the way."--

A young girl learns a technique for dealing with anger--and it works.

"This accessible guide to nagomi shows readers craving calm or fighting burnout a path to greater equanimity of mind"-- "Life is ephemeral and ever-changing. In Japan, this is called ukiyo: "floating world." Adapting to its fluctuations-- without being overcome-- is called nagomi. Mogi shares wisdom from Japanese history and culture to explain how nagomi can help you find balance and peace in every moment."--

Is your brain on fire? A buzzing beehive of random thoughts? In chaos and out of control? Do you need to reclaim your brain? As chief psychiatrist at one of Daniel Amen's world-renowned clinics, Joseph A. Annibali, M.D., has encountered thousands of patients complaining of a brain that is "too busy" or feels like it's "on fire." A too-busy brain can interfere with attention, concentration, mood, and even the ability to make decisions and solve problems....

"One of the most respected living Tibetan Buddhist masters reveals the inner causes of modern overwhelm, sharing solutions to help us in the midst of our most challenging times. When we're struggling with uncertainty and overwhelm--in ourselves or in the world--what can we do to find calmness and clarity? Here, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche shows us the way."--Provided by publisher

Balthazar's Bone is his favorite toy in the world, so when he wakes up and realizes it is missing he starts to freak out! He searches everywhere around the house, from the garden (no Bone) to the kitchen (no Bone!), and even in the bathroom--still no Bone! While he tries to calm himself with deep meditative breaths and creative yoga poses, he continues to get more and more worked up, leaving bigger and bigger messes in his wake. Where, oh where is...

"If you're mad or sad or worried...just belly breathe! Belly breathing helps little ones be mindful and calm. It's easy, and everyone can do it" -- Page [4] cover.