This Book Will Make You Calm - (This Book Will...) by Hibberd Jessamy & Usmar Jo (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Life in the 21st century is tough - new technology, constant change, more choice and extra pressure all add to our stress levels. And when you're stressed or tired your insecurities increase and start to affect how you feel in your career, family life or relationships - so breaking that cycle feels impossible. But help is at hand: this book will show you how to beat stress and become more mindful, relaxed, positive and productive.

Psychologist Dr Jessamy Hibberd and Jo Usmar draw on the latest cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and psychology research to show you how to develop coping strategies and learn practical techniques to deal with stress and anxiety quickly and effectively and improve your wellbeing. From reducing worry and boosting energy to breathing and mindfulness techniques, this helpful little book will make your life more serene, stress-free and fulfilled.

Chapters include: Relaxation exercises, Work-life balance, Eating well, Exercise and fitness, Stress management, Dealing with anger, Overall health, Overcoming anxiety.

Praise for the This Book Will series:

'Top tips for making your life loads better.' Cosmo
'The answer to all my problems.' Katie Piper
'Take on January with new-found serenity with this series of self-help books' Stylist

About the Author

Jo Usmar is a freelance journalist and editor. She has contributed to a variety of national titles, including Stylist and Fabulous, as well as writing a regular relationship column for Cosmopolitan. She has appeared on TV and radio commenting on lifestyle and relationship issues.

Jo Usmar (Author)
Jo Usmar is the co-author of six titles in the This Book Will Make You... series, sole author of This Book Will Make You Fearless and This Book Will Make You Successful, and has also ghostwritten bestselling celebrity titles.

With over 10 years' experience as a journalist for magazines, newspapers and websites including Stylist, Women's Health, Cosmopolitan, Red, Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Fabulous, heat! and the Mirror, Jo is well known for her entertaining tone and light touch with tricky subjects. She has also appeared on BBC Radio 4 Women's Hour and Sky News to discuss her work.