BOOKS
In this book, the author maps out a simple path for cultivating mindfulness in one's own life. It speaks both to those coming to meditation for the first time and to longtime practitioners, anyone who cares deeply about reclaiming the richness of his or her moments.
One flicker of hope. That's all it takes to catapult yourself into the life you’ve always imagined. Join entrepreneur and bestselling author Jess Ekstrom as she shares her journey to creating good in the world while fulfilling her own dreams -- and teaches you how to do the same.
Kindness is often easy when convenient, but its true power emerges when we extend it even in difficult moments. When our buttons are pushed, and we don't feel like being kind, that is precisely when kindness is most needed. In those challenging times, kindness can defuse anger and violence, restoring civility in our personal and virtual interactions. Kindness holds the transformative potential to profoundly change our relationships with others and ourselves. In fact, kindness can change the world.
In this beautiful and lucid guide, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh offers gentle anecdotes and practical exercise as a means of learning the skills of mindfulness--being awake and fully aware. From washing the dishes to answering the phone to peeling an orange, he reminds us that each moment holds within it an opportunity to work toward greater self-understanding and peacefulness.
Positive thinking leads to positive outcomes. Study after study proves this. Researchers have found that optimistic people live longer, live healthier, have more energy, have more successful careers, make better decisions, are more productive, are less stressed, have healthier relationships, and (not surprisingly) are much happier than pessimists.
The Courage to Be Happy reveals a bold new way of thinking and living, empowering you to let go of the shackles of past trauma and the expectations of others, and to use this freedom to create the life you truly desire. Plainspoken yet profoundly moving, listening to The Courage to Be Happy will light a torch with the power to illuminate your life and brighten the world as we know it. Discover the courage to choose happiness."--Amazon.
Good Reads referral "Mindfulness Books"
Good Reads Referral "Power of Positivity, Optimism and Kindness"
Good Reads Referral "Sustainability, No Waste"
Droves of people have turned to local food as a way to retreat from our broken industrial food system. From rural outposts to city streets, they are sowing, growing, selling, and eating food produced close to home--and they are crying out for agricultural reform. All this has made "local food" into everything from a movement buzzword to the newest darling of food trendsters.
The average American household throws away more than $1,500 worth of food every year. Featuring 100 recipes from chefs such as Rick Bayless, Elizabeth Falkner, Bryant Terry, and Katie Button, Waste Not shows readers how to turn ingredients that often end up in the trash into delicious dishes and exciting takes on tried-and-true recipes.
Let's admit it, we spend an awful lot of time on our phones, why not use some of that time to help the planet. Below is a list of Android and iPhone apps to help you live a more eco-friendly and sustainable lifestyle.
From www.reco.com
Climate activist and farmer Acadia Tucker fell in love with container gardening after glimpsing its potential to produce food—lots of food! Her goal is to make it easier for anyone with access to a patch of sun to grow and harvest food—year round, if you’d like. No backyard required.
Isn't it about time to start nose-to-tail cooking with vegetables? Learn how to make the most of the edibles in your garden or the farmer's market bounty! The No Waste Vegetable Cookbook will help you cook your way through greens, beans, roots, and herbs with seasonal recipes that utilize every edible part of the plant.
Plastic has been the most challenging aspect for me. When I began examining my consumption habits, I realized it would be a significant journey toward change. From how I preserve food to using reusable utensils, I’m making daily efforts to find alternatives and reduce my plastic use. The issue of ocean pollution deeply resonates with me, fueling my desire to see positive change and contribute to a cleaner, healthier, and safer environment for all Earth's passengers.
