Resources
Websites, Apps and Books
Self Compassion:
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​​Dr. Kristin Neff – self compassion exercises: https://self-compassion.org/category/exercises/
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Fierce Self Compassion – Dr. Kristin Neff
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The Self Compassion Workbook for Teens – Dr. Karen Bluth
Couples:
- Hold Me Tight – Dr. Sue Johnson
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The Gottman Institute - https://www.gottman.com/
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Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, Dr. John Gottman & Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman
Mindfulness:
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Insight Timer – app with free meditation
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Some recommended practices are:
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Dr. Kristin Neff on self compassion
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Sharon Salzberg’s Loving Kindness Meditations
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Dr. Karen Bluth – for teens
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Real Happiness: The Power of Meditation, a 28 Day Program, Sharon Salzberg​
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For Parents:
No-drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm The Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind – Dr. Daniel Siegel, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
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Grief:
Books by David Kessler including:
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Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler
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David Kessler’s website: https://grief.com/ which includes resources, links to facebook groups and online support groups.
Books by Alan Wolfelt including:
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Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart by Alan D Wolfelt PhD and John DeBerry
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