In this touching book, spiritual leaders and teachers share the experiences that awakened them. These spiritual experiences are diverse, one occurred after a 'dark night of the soul,' another person hit their head on ice, one teacher was homeless and without hope, but each touched something deep inside themselves that transformed their very being. These stories will move your spirit, too!

This user-friendly book explains Dr. Ellis' Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. Dr. Ellis argues that it's not the events in our lives themselves that make us unhappy, but our irrational thoughts and reactions to the events that do. Dr. Ellis' characteristic, penetrating thinking and wry sense of humor accent his message: you can change how you feel by changing your thoughts and expectations.

A wonderful book that combines schema therapy (a form of cognitive therapy), mindfulness, and Buddhist psychology. This book is about using mindfulness to see your mind and emotions more clearly. Especially helpful are her descriptions of common emotional patterns called schemas, too many of these rang true. You will love this book if you are interested in personal growth with an eastern approach.

Emotional Blackmail is an amazing resource for people who say 'yes' when they really want to say 'no.' Blackmailers make us feel guilty, fearful, or obligated to get what they want, and we give in to keep the peace, protect ourselves, or hold onto the relationship. This insightful and compassionate book will help you learn to say 'no' when you mean it.

For those interested in peace and good relationships, this book is an enlightening read. Learn how to communicate without blaming, respect other's needs and wishes, while asserting your own. This revolutionary technique is an excellent one for a more peaceful world.