A book review of 101 Healing Blessings: Words of Comfort and Strength for Your Journey to Wellness (Non-denominational blessings for all) by Lauren Lulu Taylor Stars: **** Uplifters Press (2024) Encouragement 153 pages Disclosure: I received this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: Created as a labor of love, the author crafted this collection for her sister undergoing chemotherapy on the other side of the world. A poignant connection, it became a source of light and strength during a challenging time. This non-denominational collection is roote ..read more

A book review of The ABCs of My Neuroses: Tales From an Anxious Life by Justine Cadwell Stars: **** Library Tales Publishing (2023) Mental Health/Memoir 250 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: Embark on a riveting journey of self-discovery with Midwestern millennial, Justine Cadwell, in her groundbreaking new book, The ABCs of My Neuroses – Tales from an Anxious Life. Daringly honest, deeply relatable, and laced with touches of humor, Cadwell’s work offers a refreshing perspective on anxiety disor ..read more

A book review of Sleep Thieves: An Eye-Opening Exploration Into the Science & Mysteries of Sleep by Stanley Coren Stars: *** The Free Press (1996) Nonfiction>Sleep 304 pages Summary: Offers new evidence that we are an increasingly sleep-deprived society, showing the dangerous impact of sleep loss on physical and mental health and presenting simple techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of sleep Sleep Thieves This will be a short review since the book is outdated and hard to find. However if you find it at a library it might be worth the read. It would be nice if a new version ..read more

A book review of DBT for Everyone: A Guide to the Perks, Pitfalls and Possibilities of DBT for Better Mental Health by Kate Sharman and Michelle Henderson Stars: ***** Jessica Kingsley Publishers (2024) Mental Health 208 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: DBT skills can be a fantastic way to approach life’s challenges. But where do you start? This down-to-earth guide walks you through the four DBT modules, mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each chapt ..read more

A book review of Needing to Know for Sure: a CBT-Based Guide to Overcoming Compulsive Checking & Reassurance Seeking by Martin N. Seif, PhD and Sally M. Winston, PsyD Stars: ***** New Harbinger Publications (2019) Mental Health 182 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: “How do I know I made the right decision?” “What if I’m wrong?” “I need to know for sure.” Do you have thoughts like these—thoughts that cause you to second-guess yourself, and lead to anxiety, stress, and worry? Do you ..read more

A book review of Beyond Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD): Essential tools and resources to navigate and understand the roller coaster life of a BPD loved one by Lucy Snow Stars: **** Self-Published (2024) Mental Health 160 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: If you need help understanding and living with your BPD loved one then Beyond Borderline is for you. This book combines my personal experience with my BPD daughter with extensive research to help you de-escalate episodes, learn about ..read more

A book review of Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts: a CBT-Based Guide to Getting Over Frightening Obsessive, or Disturbing Thoughts by Sally M. Winston, PsyD and Martin N. Seif, PhD Stars: **** New Harbinger Publications (2017) Self-Help 192 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains paid links. Summary: If you suffer from unwanted, intrusive, frightening, or even disturbing thoughts, you might worry about what these thoughts mean about you. Thoughts can seem like messages—are they trying to tell you something? But the truth ..read more

A book review of Affirmations for Empaths by Judith Orloff, MD Stars: *** Sounds True (2022) Journal 248 pages Disclosure: I received this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: An affirmation can be your most potent ally for immediate self-care when you’re feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck in negative thinking. “Affirmations are like friends you can call on when you need protection, grounding, a loving attitude adjustment, or a reminder of your strengths,” says Dr. Judith Orloff. “For empaths and all caring people, they are a crucial element ..read more

A book review of The Feelings Survival Guide: A Creative Workbook for Mental Health by Alyse Ruriani Stars: **** Workman Publishing (2023) Mental Health/Art 128 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: Find peace and stability with this friendly, full-color, illustrated workbook guide filled with practical and creative exercises designed to improve your mental health and encourage healthy coping mechanisms. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, is a revolutionary treatment that helps people identify, cope w ..read more

A book review of So Long Stress! by Helaine Becker Stars: **** Scholastic (2023) Social Emotional Learning 152 pages Disclosure: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This post contains affiliate links. Summary: A full-colour, kid-friendly guide to understanding stress and anxiety and managing them in healthy and productive ways. Kids and parents know that taking care of our mental health and managing stress and anxiety are critical skills for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Filled with practical advice and strategies, So Long, Stress! helps ..read more