Catagory: Health, Family & Personal Development

In an era defined by constant noise, rapid change, and uncertainty at every step, yoga, with its array of meditative practices, emerges as a lifeline to tranquillity and balance. They equip us with essential tools for managing stress, nurturing mental resilience, and promoting overall well-being in our modern lives.

Breathe, Bend, Be takes us on an enigmatic exploration of the rich tapestry of yoga’s eight limbs, unravelling their intricate and profound aspects. From the foundational elements of yoga postures and breath control to the depths of meditation techniques and mindfulness, this book delves into the essential building blocks that form the bedrock of physical, mental, and spiritual health.

The book enriches the reader’s experience through its author, who combines the wisdom of an experienced practitioner with the compassion of a dedicated teacher. This unique blend allows for the breakdown of complex concepts into easy-to-understand principles and practical practices.

All in all, Breathe, Bend, Be is a comprehensive guide that will empower you to embrace the ancient teachings of yoga and embark on a profound path to lasting inner harmony and holistic well-being.

The book encourages the reader to participate and experience the transformative powers of yoga first-hand.
— R. Madhavan, actor, screenwriter, director, and producer

Shailaja’s desire to reach her readers and share her understanding in a manner that is beneficial to them shines through every page of the book.
— K. K. Shailaja, Indian politician and former Health Minister of Kerala

Yogashakti Shailaja Menon is a rare human being who is dedicated to spreading the wholesome message of yoga in an accessible and understandable manner. Her new book, Breathe, Bend, Be, is a classic example of her amazing clarity of mind and purity of heart that shines through each and every page. She has indeed distilled the infinite wisdom of our ancient rishis and served it in a palatable form to reach modern seekers. May this monumental effort of hers transform thousands of lives through the practice of dhyana, meditation that is indeed the heart of yoga itself.
— Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani DSc (Yoga), Director and Professor Yoga Therapy, Institute of Salutogenesis and Complementary Medicine (ISCM), Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Pondicherry, India

Life is all about balance in nature—good and evil, hope and hopelessness, morality and immorality, fear and courage . . .

This inhuman world must become human somehow. But the means to arrive at this destination seems to escape most of us. Despite various shortcomings, humans are still the torchbearers of faith, humanity, goodness, and dignity. And this book explores the various facets of ethical dilemmas and spiritual searches you find yourself in every now and then.

If you keep wondering how to make the world around you better and find ways to keep doing good deeds, this book includes all the golden rules of being a moral human. The chapters have been designed in a way that will make you keep coming back to them as they offer tools that provide you with assistance to take an informed decision as you walk the path of being a kind and good human being.

How to Be Human looks to answer your deepest queries, soothe your innermost concerns, put to rest your deepest fears, and help you look deep within to see the change reflected not only in you but around you as well. It’s a remarkable compendium of age-old wisdom for modern-day challenges.

‘I think people are afraid to dream because they don’t want to be disappointed,’ she told the Belgian guy . . .

But what if there was a way to co-create our dreams with the universe? And what if the universe responded to us in a tangible way?

At the tender age of seventeen, Baisakhi left her home to pursue higher studies abroad. Since then, she has dwelled in different continents—from Asia to Europe to Africa to South America to North & Central America—studying life through myriad mirrors of reality. She has lived with local families—eating their food, adopting their lifestyles, contributing to their economy, negotiating extreme realities and belief systems, and navigating diverse traditions and religions for several years to answer life’s most pertinent questions. Coming from a conservative family in India, she had to overcome all limitations to fly!

This book narrates the magical adventures and marvellous encounters of an ordinary girl who believes in extraordinary possibilities as she traverses the globe to fulfil her destiny. Life Is Abracadabra is peppered with true anecdotes of hope and faith, of meaningful coincidences and miracles that will make you perceive life from an altogether new dimension. It is about noticing the signs and synchronicities strewn on our paths and acting on them. Because when we do, life will be on our side too.

A unique self-help aid to improve emotional intelligence.
–Felipe Fregni, MD, PhD, MPH, Med, Professor of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School

‘Makes it easy to explore our difficult inner emotional landscape and gain and clarity.’
–Aparna Piramal Raje, Author of Chemical Khichdi, motivational speaker, and mental health advocate

Have an issue? Give EAR to it . . .

Most of us find it difficult to cope with our emotions. Embarrassed to discuss it, rarely do we turn to anyone for advice. But how can we tell our story by keeping our emotions in the dark, especially from ourselves?

This unique book is an essential resource on every tabletop, every bookshelf, and every household. It is for anyone who wants to reap the tangible benefits of building self-leadership through emotional intelligence. Through narratives, anecdotes, simple explanations, and exercises peppered throughout this book, you will be able to relate, identify, and solve the complexities of emotions that influence your daily routine. In essence, this handbook is your gateway to emotional and mental wellness.

Emotional Ability Resources provides the right tools to access all the emotions that build up inside you or do not. It encourages you to listen to them, be more self-aware, and unlock the power you already possess. It invites you to learn about handling your inner world in an easy and healthy manner.

Beautifully woven [book] to enlighten, inspire, and transform you.
– Ravi Garg, Director, WhatsApp India

At a time when we all are forced to introspect and make changes in how we perceive life and what we want from it, this book seems like an ideal guide.
– Divya Kaushik, Special Correspondent, Delhi Times, The Times of India

We all want to stride on the path of prosperity. We all want to bathe in good health. We all want to zestfully follow our passions. In short, we all want to live a life of excellence. Yet we find ourselves stuck in a humdrum existence with an ever-growing list of compromises, disappointments, and distress.

The Magnetic Power of Your Thoughts takes a deep dive into the root cause of this universal dilemma and showcases how our thoughts are the foundation of our reality and how they govern our lives, irrespective of whether we are conscious of it or not or whether we believe in it or not. Not only that, but the book also reveals how we can harness the limitless potential of thoughts to create a life of abundance, success, and happiness.

Based on eye-opening scientific research and contemporary insights, the author outlines practical and actionable steps to implement thought-power in our daily life. On the whole, this instructive book carries in itself implicit guidance and life-transforming value for everyone who wants to unlock and unleash the greatest power which mankind has at its disposal.

‘A must-read for anyone interested in the art of intuitively knowing what others feel.’ Haemin Sunim, author of The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down and Love for Imperfect Things

‘A lovely book to have in your home and your lives.’ Chris Evans, Breakfast Show
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Nunchi(noon-chee): eye measure. The subtle art of gauging other people’s thoughts, and feelings in order to build trust, harmony and connection.
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Why did she get promoted? Why does the party only start when he walks in? And why do they always catch the bartender’s eye? It sounds like they’re all experts in the art of nunchi, even if they don’t know it.

Nunchi is the guiding principle of Korean life, but anyone can use it: it’s the art of reading a room, your way of understanding what other people are thinking and feeling, and using that to get ahead.

Korean parents believe that teaching their children nunchi is as important as teaching them to cross the road safely. With great nunchi, it feels like the world is on your side. Without it, you might get hit by something you never saw coming.

If you’re thinking ‘not another Eastern fad, Marie Kondo already made me throw half my clothes away’, don’t worry: it’s not a fad. Koreans have been using nunchi to overcome slings and arrows for over 5000 years.

The great news is that anyone can hone their nunchi, immediately: all you need are your eyes and ears. In everything, from finding love to excelling at work, improving your nunchi will help you to open doors you never knew existed.

Improve your nunchi, improve your life.
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‘Beautifully written and filled with actionable advice . . . It really feels like having a superpower!’ Héctor García, co-author of Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life

हम बड़े-बुज़ुर्गों के इरादे, विचार और कामकाज बच्चों के दिलों में घर कर जाते हैं। बच्चे उनको पूरे मनोयोग से देखते हैं, उनसे सीखते हैं और तुरन्त हर बात को आत्मसात कर लेते हैं; तो ऐसे में बड़े-बुज़ुर्गों की ज़िम्मेदारी बनती है कि वे न केवल बच्चों की अच्छी परवरिश करें, बल्कि उनका पालन-पोषण और मार्गदर्शन इस तरह करें कि वे एक सन्तोषप्रद जीवन जी सकें।
द विज़्डम ब्रिज में दाजी नौ सिद्धान्तों को प्रस्तुत करते हैं; ये ऐसा जीवन जीने में पाठकों का मार्गदर्शन करते हैं जो आपके बच्चों और प्रियजनों को प्रेरित करता है। ये सिद्धान्त सम्पूर्ण और सुखी जीवन का निर्माण करने के लिए सभी माता-पिता, भावी माता-पिता, दादा-दादी और केयरगिवर्स के लिए महत्वपूर्ण सन्दर्भ हैं। ये सिद्धान्त न केवल आपके बच्चों का जीवन समृद्ध बनाते हुए ज़िम्मेदार युवाओं के रूप में उनकी परवरिश करने में आपकी मदद करेंगे, बल्कि एक प्रेरक जीवन जीने और पारिवारिक रिश्तों में मज़बूती लाने में भी आपके सहायक होंगे। 

From the bestselling author of The Power of Habit, a fascinating exploration of what makes conversations work—and how we can all learn to be supercommunicators at work and in life

“A winning combination of stories, studies, and guidance that might well transform the worst communicators you know into some of the best.”—Adam Grant, author of Think Again and Hidden Potential

Come inside a jury room as one juror leads a starkly divided room to consensus. Join a young CIA officer as he recruits a reluctant foreign agent. And sit with an accomplished surgeon as he tries, and fails, to convince yet another cancer patient to opt for the less risky course of treatment. In Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg blends deep research and his trademark storytelling skills to show how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation.

Communication is a superpower and the best communicators understand that whenever we speak, we’re actually participating in one of three conversations: practical (What’s this really about?), emotional (How do we feel?), and social (Who are we?). If you don’t know what kind of conversation you’re having, you’re unlikely to connect.

Supercommunicators know the importance of recognizing—and then matching—each kind of conversation, and how to hear the complex emotions, subtle negotiations, and deeply held beliefs that color so much of what we say and how we listen. Our experiences, our values, our emotional lives—and how we see ourselves, and others—shape every discussion, from who will pick up the kids to how we want to be treated at work. In this book, you will learn why some people are able to make themselves heard, and to hear others, so clearly.

With his storytelling that takes us from the writers’ room of The Big Bang Theory to the couches of leading marriage counselors, Duhigg shows readers how to recognize these three conversations—and teaches us the tips and skills we need to navigate them more successfully.

In the end, he delivers a simple but powerful lesson: With the right tools, we can connect with anyone.