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Enough Already
7 Yoga-Inspired Steps to Calm Amid Chaos
Helpful practices drawn from the world of yoga and buddhism
About the book:
In times of chaos, it's normal to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it's also possible, even amid upheavals, to self-soothe and cultivate calm. Begin by saying, "Enough already."
This book describes a path known as The Seven Factors of Awakening, which includes: concentration, mindfulness meditation, curiosity and investigation, ethics and courage, relaxation, joy and equanimity.
Embrace your "enoughness," tackle the suffering that is avoidable, and make peace with your grief and pain. Learn to recognize poor habits and unhelpful ideas that make you feel lost.
Although most of the essays within are drawn from yoga, there is no need to be a yoga practitioner to benefit from its guidance. The everyday wisdom in Enough Already can lead you to creative coping, gratitude, and finally, compassionate action--even during personal or societal crises.
Where to purchase:
Amazon.com | Amazon.ca | Amazon.uk
...and all the other Amazons as well as at Apple Books, Barnes and Noble, Kobo and a few others.
A note to readers:
I know that your time is precious and in short supply, so thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read this book. It means a lot to me.
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What reader's have said:
An incredibly wise therapist once told me that our work as human beings is to learn to hold ourselves in warm regard in spite of our very human failings. This book is a guidebook for how to do that.
Sue Reynolds
Dear Leslee,
Thank you SO much !!! Your gift arrived today ~ and it is AMAZING !! You were SO right to think that I would love this book !!
I've only read a few chapters today (chosen "randomly" ... Mindful Insomnia, Goldilocks Yoga and Echoes of Narcissus) but I am quite captivated by her style, intelligence, and humour. I love authors who interpret/use Greek myths and other classic tales to reflect lessons/morals/draw parallels to present day, what we can learn from the stories. I had just finished a book and was looking at the to-be-read pile I have, trying to decide which one to start next ... and my answer was delivered by YOU and Amazon !! Very timely and very much appreciated !!
— S. Cain, Winnipeg
Finally, I have found a book that helps explain and put into practice some of the aspects of meditation that I have so far found heavy. Elaine puts these into an everyday language that is appealing and easy to read. The suggested experiential practices included really seal the learning. I recommend this book to anyone that may call themselves a seeker. A must read for yoga and meditation teachers, students and may I suggest as required reading for teacher training programs. I usually read a book and pass it on. This book is one of the rare books I choose to keep as a continuous reference.
Linda V, C-IAYT