Author: Joe C. Thompson
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595244904
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
A story of a little baby boy who grew up to be a man earlier than he should have had to. You see, he had cystic fibrosis, a gene disease, creating havoc in a family. Known as C F to many, it is like a cancer that will grow as you grow. Taking away part of ones life. A child in a window wanting to go out and play with friends. But not being able sometimes to get that breath of free air that God gave us. Our son, Jamie who in his short life taught us and others the value and gift of life that God gave us. What a friend is and who they are. Medical professionals who become part of your family, because they want to. You being taught about faith in God and yourself. Your son who thought of others more than himself. So brave and so respected. Being taught that we must believe in God and Jesus and have faith, faith that there is another place where there is no sickness or grief, only happiness and praying we all will arrive at this place, heaven. Setting a goal and having the courage to accomplish what you set out to do, and along the way enjoy life as God would want you to.
Sharing Jamie's World
Author: Joe C. Thompson
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595244904
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
A story of a little baby boy who grew up to be a man earlier than he should have had to. You see, he had cystic fibrosis, a gene disease, creating havoc in a family. Known as C F to many, it is like a cancer that will grow as you grow. Taking away part of ones life. A child in a window wanting to go out and play with friends. But not being able sometimes to get that breath of free air that God gave us. Our son, Jamie who in his short life taught us and others the value and gift of life that God gave us. What a friend is and who they are. Medical professionals who become part of your family, because they want to. You being taught about faith in God and yourself. Your son who thought of others more than himself. So brave and so respected. Being taught that we must believe in God and Jesus and have faith, faith that there is another place where there is no sickness or grief, only happiness and praying we all will arrive at this place, heaven. Setting a goal and having the courage to accomplish what you set out to do, and along the way enjoy life as God would want you to.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595244904
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 81
Book Description
A story of a little baby boy who grew up to be a man earlier than he should have had to. You see, he had cystic fibrosis, a gene disease, creating havoc in a family. Known as C F to many, it is like a cancer that will grow as you grow. Taking away part of ones life. A child in a window wanting to go out and play with friends. But not being able sometimes to get that breath of free air that God gave us. Our son, Jamie who in his short life taught us and others the value and gift of life that God gave us. What a friend is and who they are. Medical professionals who become part of your family, because they want to. You being taught about faith in God and yourself. Your son who thought of others more than himself. So brave and so respected. Being taught that we must believe in God and Jesus and have faith, faith that there is another place where there is no sickness or grief, only happiness and praying we all will arrive at this place, heaven. Setting a goal and having the courage to accomplish what you set out to do, and along the way enjoy life as God would want you to.
Recapture the Rapture
Author: Jamie Wheal
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 006290549X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
“A highly personal, richly informed and culturally wide-ranging meditation on the loss of meaning in our times and on pathways to rediscovering it.” —Gabor Maté, MD, author of In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters With Addiction A neuroanthropologist maps out a revolutionary new practice—Hedonic Engineering—that combines the best of neuroscience and optimal psychology. It’s an intensive program of breathing, movement, and sexuality that mends trauma, heightens inspiration and tightens connections—helping us wake up, grow up, and show up for a world that needs us all. This is a book about a big idea. And the idea is this: Slowly over the past few decades, and now suddenly, all at once, we’re suffering from a collapse in Meaning. Fundamentalism and nihilism are filling that vacuum, with consequences that affect us all. In a world that needs us at our best, diseases of despair, tribalism, and disaster fatigue are leaving us at our worst. It’s vital that we regain control of the stories we’re telling because they are shaping the future we’re creating. To do that, we have to remember our deepest inspiration, heal our pain and apathy, and connect to each other like never before. If we can do that, we’ve got a shot at solving the big problems we face. And if we can’t? Well, the dustbin of history has swallowed civilizations older and fancier than ours. This book is divided into three parts. The first, Choose Your Own Apocalypse, takes a look at our current Meaning Crisis--where we are today, why it’s so hard to make sense of the world, what might be coming next, and what to do about it. It also makes a case that many of our efforts to cope, whether anxiety and denial, or tribalism and identity politics, are likely making things worse. The middle section, The Alchemist Cookbook, applies the creative firm IDEO’s design thinking to the Meaning Crisis. This is where the book gets hands on--taking a look at the strongest evolutionary drivers that can bring about inspiration, healing, and connection. From breathing, to movement, sexuality, music, and substances--these are the everyday tools to help us wake up, grow up, and show up. AKA--how to blow yourself sky high with household materials. And the best part? They’re accessible, by anyone anywhere, no middleman required. Transcendence democratized. The final third of the book, Ethical Cult Building, focuses on the tricky nature of putting these kinds of experiences into gear and into culture—because, anytime in the past when we’ve figured out combinations of peak states and deep healing, we’ve almost always ended up with problematic culty communities. Playing with fire has left a lot of people burned. This section lays out a roadmap for sparking a thousand fires around the world--each one unique and tailored to the needs and values of its participants. Think of it as an open-source toolkit for building ethical culture. In Recapture the Rapture, we’re taking radical research out of the extremes and applying it to the mainstream--to the broader social problem of healing, believing, and belonging. It’s providing answers to the questions we face: how to replace blind faith with direct experience, how to move from broken to whole, and how to cure isolation with connection. Said even more plainly, it shows us how to revitalize our bodies, boost our creativity, rekindle our relationships, and answer once and for all the questions of why we are here and what do we do now? In a world that needs the best of us from the rest of us, this is a book that shows us how to get it done.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 006290549X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
“A highly personal, richly informed and culturally wide-ranging meditation on the loss of meaning in our times and on pathways to rediscovering it.” —Gabor Maté, MD, author of In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters With Addiction A neuroanthropologist maps out a revolutionary new practice—Hedonic Engineering—that combines the best of neuroscience and optimal psychology. It’s an intensive program of breathing, movement, and sexuality that mends trauma, heightens inspiration and tightens connections—helping us wake up, grow up, and show up for a world that needs us all. This is a book about a big idea. And the idea is this: Slowly over the past few decades, and now suddenly, all at once, we’re suffering from a collapse in Meaning. Fundamentalism and nihilism are filling that vacuum, with consequences that affect us all. In a world that needs us at our best, diseases of despair, tribalism, and disaster fatigue are leaving us at our worst. It’s vital that we regain control of the stories we’re telling because they are shaping the future we’re creating. To do that, we have to remember our deepest inspiration, heal our pain and apathy, and connect to each other like never before. If we can do that, we’ve got a shot at solving the big problems we face. And if we can’t? Well, the dustbin of history has swallowed civilizations older and fancier than ours. This book is divided into three parts. The first, Choose Your Own Apocalypse, takes a look at our current Meaning Crisis--where we are today, why it’s so hard to make sense of the world, what might be coming next, and what to do about it. It also makes a case that many of our efforts to cope, whether anxiety and denial, or tribalism and identity politics, are likely making things worse. The middle section, The Alchemist Cookbook, applies the creative firm IDEO’s design thinking to the Meaning Crisis. This is where the book gets hands on--taking a look at the strongest evolutionary drivers that can bring about inspiration, healing, and connection. From breathing, to movement, sexuality, music, and substances--these are the everyday tools to help us wake up, grow up, and show up. AKA--how to blow yourself sky high with household materials. And the best part? They’re accessible, by anyone anywhere, no middleman required. Transcendence democratized. The final third of the book, Ethical Cult Building, focuses on the tricky nature of putting these kinds of experiences into gear and into culture—because, anytime in the past when we’ve figured out combinations of peak states and deep healing, we’ve almost always ended up with problematic culty communities. Playing with fire has left a lot of people burned. This section lays out a roadmap for sparking a thousand fires around the world--each one unique and tailored to the needs and values of its participants. Think of it as an open-source toolkit for building ethical culture. In Recapture the Rapture, we’re taking radical research out of the extremes and applying it to the mainstream--to the broader social problem of healing, believing, and belonging. It’s providing answers to the questions we face: how to replace blind faith with direct experience, how to move from broken to whole, and how to cure isolation with connection. Said even more plainly, it shows us how to revitalize our bodies, boost our creativity, rekindle our relationships, and answer once and for all the questions of why we are here and what do we do now? In a world that needs the best of us from the rest of us, this is a book that shows us how to get it done.
Foster the Family
Author: Jamie C. Finn
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 149343442X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
There are great rewards that come along with being a foster parent, yet there are also great challenges that can leave you feeling depleted, alone, and discouraged. The many burdens of a foster parent's day--hurting children, struggling biological parents, and a broken system--are only compounded by the many burdens of a foster parent's heart--confusion, anxiety, heartache, anger, and fear. With the compassion and insight of a fellow foster parent, Jamie C. Finn helps you see your struggles through the lens of the gospel, bringing biblical truths to bear on your unique everyday realities. In these short, easy-to-read chapters, you'll find honest, personal stories and practical lessons that provide encouragement and direction from God's Word as you walk the journey of foster parenting.
Publisher: Baker Books
ISBN: 149343442X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
There are great rewards that come along with being a foster parent, yet there are also great challenges that can leave you feeling depleted, alone, and discouraged. The many burdens of a foster parent's day--hurting children, struggling biological parents, and a broken system--are only compounded by the many burdens of a foster parent's heart--confusion, anxiety, heartache, anger, and fear. With the compassion and insight of a fellow foster parent, Jamie C. Finn helps you see your struggles through the lens of the gospel, bringing biblical truths to bear on your unique everyday realities. In these short, easy-to-read chapters, you'll find honest, personal stories and practical lessons that provide encouragement and direction from God's Word as you walk the journey of foster parenting.
Clarity
Author: Jamie Smart
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0857089366
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
Achieve unheard-of results by focusing your mind and achieving real clarity of thought In the newly revised Second Edition of Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results, renowned speaker, writer, and coach Jamie Smart delivers a practical roadmap to turning that infinitely long to-do list into manageable and focused tasks. In the book, you’ll learn to de-clutter your mind and concentrate on one important thing at a time. You’ll also discover how to clear your mind, become less stressed, and achieve greater levels of productivity. The author shows you: New case studies—and updates to case studies appearing in the first edition—that highlight the strategies contained in the book New diagrams and formulae that make it easier to eliminate the noise and focus on what’s critical Peer-reviewed research that forms the foundation of the evidence-based techniques discussed within Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results is an essential read for executives, managers, and other business leaders looking for major productivity and efficiency gains for themselves, their organizations, and their staff. It’s also a must-buy for the leaders of innovation and business development teams seeking to unlock a new level of results.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0857089366
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 342
Book Description
Achieve unheard-of results by focusing your mind and achieving real clarity of thought In the newly revised Second Edition of Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results, renowned speaker, writer, and coach Jamie Smart delivers a practical roadmap to turning that infinitely long to-do list into manageable and focused tasks. In the book, you’ll learn to de-clutter your mind and concentrate on one important thing at a time. You’ll also discover how to clear your mind, become less stressed, and achieve greater levels of productivity. The author shows you: New case studies—and updates to case studies appearing in the first edition—that highlight the strategies contained in the book New diagrams and formulae that make it easier to eliminate the noise and focus on what’s critical Peer-reviewed research that forms the foundation of the evidence-based techniques discussed within Clarity: Clear Mind, Better Performance, Bigger Results is an essential read for executives, managers, and other business leaders looking for major productivity and efficiency gains for themselves, their organizations, and their staff. It’s also a must-buy for the leaders of innovation and business development teams seeking to unlock a new level of results.
Insanely Gifted
Author: Jamie Catto
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1782118047
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
It's time to unleash your genius From infancy we are taught to edit ourselves, trimming out the darker, weirder, less acceptable parts in order to please others. But this addiction to approval is holding us back. What if we dare to be our real selves, honestly and fully? Insanely Gifted is full of techniques and games to transform our thinking and turn our inner demons into allies. Jamie Catto, creative force behind Faithless and 1 Giant Leap, and leader of personal development workshops for more than a decade, teaches us to better know our deepest instincts - and unlock our true power.
Publisher: Canongate Books
ISBN: 1782118047
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 209
Book Description
It's time to unleash your genius From infancy we are taught to edit ourselves, trimming out the darker, weirder, less acceptable parts in order to please others. But this addiction to approval is holding us back. What if we dare to be our real selves, honestly and fully? Insanely Gifted is full of techniques and games to transform our thinking and turn our inner demons into allies. Jamie Catto, creative force behind Faithless and 1 Giant Leap, and leader of personal development workshops for more than a decade, teaches us to better know our deepest instincts - and unlock our true power.
Jamie's Hidden Secret
Author: Matthew Schaad
Publisher: Matthew Schaad
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
In the heart of Paris, artist Jaime and writer Alex have built a sanctuary of creativity and connection through their Art Horizons Center. Their passionate love affair and artistic collaboration ignite a fire that spreads beyond the confines of their studio, fostering a global community of artists and writers. When a transformative trip to Japan inspires them to expand Art Horizons internationally, Jaime and Alex embark on a journey that takes them from the serene gardens of Kyoto to the vibrant streets of New York, the historic allure of Berlin, and the breathtaking landscapes of Rio de Janeiro. As they navigate the challenges and triumphs of their growing enterprise, their bond deepens, exploring new heights of intimacy and erotic connection. Each new center becomes a backdrop for their passionate encounters, blending art, culture, and raw desire. Jaime’s Hidden Secret is a tantalizing tale of passion, creativity, and unwavering commitment. Join Jaime and Alex as they explore the depths of their erotic connection, set against a backdrop of artistic brilliance and global adventure. This is a story that will ignite your senses and leave you breathless.
Publisher: Matthew Schaad
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
In the heart of Paris, artist Jaime and writer Alex have built a sanctuary of creativity and connection through their Art Horizons Center. Their passionate love affair and artistic collaboration ignite a fire that spreads beyond the confines of their studio, fostering a global community of artists and writers. When a transformative trip to Japan inspires them to expand Art Horizons internationally, Jaime and Alex embark on a journey that takes them from the serene gardens of Kyoto to the vibrant streets of New York, the historic allure of Berlin, and the breathtaking landscapes of Rio de Janeiro. As they navigate the challenges and triumphs of their growing enterprise, their bond deepens, exploring new heights of intimacy and erotic connection. Each new center becomes a backdrop for their passionate encounters, blending art, culture, and raw desire. Jaime’s Hidden Secret is a tantalizing tale of passion, creativity, and unwavering commitment. Join Jaime and Alex as they explore the depths of their erotic connection, set against a backdrop of artistic brilliance and global adventure. This is a story that will ignite your senses and leave you breathless.
Rich Kid, Poor Kid
Author: Onesimus Malatji
Publisher: Onesimus Malatji
ISBN: 1776473019
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
In "Rich Kid, Poor Kid," readers are taken on a journey through the lives of two young individuals, one from a wealthy background and the other from a struggling economic environment. The novel is structured in a way that offers a deep dive into their parallel yet distinct worlds, highlighting the stark contrasts and unexpected similarities in their experiences. The first part of the book introduces the characters, setting the stage for an exploration of how their economic backgrounds impact their psychological development, relationships, and views on technology. As the story unfolds, the narrative delves into the digital divide, scrutinizing how technology can be a tool for empowerment or a source of inequality. Midway through the novel, the focus shifts to the allure of wealth and the mirage of social media success. It probes into the psychological dynamics surrounding money and the often misleading portrayal of affluence online, juxtaposing these against the real-life challenges and opportunities in the tech-driven world. The latter sections of the book are dedicated to overcoming adversity through innovation. Here, the characters find ways to leverage technology, regardless of their socioeconomic status, highlighting how ingenuity can thrive under constraints and how technology can serve as a catalyst for social change and personal growth. As the narrative nears its conclusion, it offers a forward-looking perspective on emerging technologies, ethical considerations, and the pivotal role of youth in shaping a responsible digital future. The story culminates with practical lessons on transforming challenges into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of education, mentorship, and proactive engagement with technology for societal betterment. Overall, "Rich Kid, Poor Kid" is a thought-provoking novel that blends storytelling with insightful commentary on modern challenges, aiming to inspire and educate readers about navigating life in an increasingly tech-centric world.
Publisher: Onesimus Malatji
ISBN: 1776473019
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
In "Rich Kid, Poor Kid," readers are taken on a journey through the lives of two young individuals, one from a wealthy background and the other from a struggling economic environment. The novel is structured in a way that offers a deep dive into their parallel yet distinct worlds, highlighting the stark contrasts and unexpected similarities in their experiences. The first part of the book introduces the characters, setting the stage for an exploration of how their economic backgrounds impact their psychological development, relationships, and views on technology. As the story unfolds, the narrative delves into the digital divide, scrutinizing how technology can be a tool for empowerment or a source of inequality. Midway through the novel, the focus shifts to the allure of wealth and the mirage of social media success. It probes into the psychological dynamics surrounding money and the often misleading portrayal of affluence online, juxtaposing these against the real-life challenges and opportunities in the tech-driven world. The latter sections of the book are dedicated to overcoming adversity through innovation. Here, the characters find ways to leverage technology, regardless of their socioeconomic status, highlighting how ingenuity can thrive under constraints and how technology can serve as a catalyst for social change and personal growth. As the narrative nears its conclusion, it offers a forward-looking perspective on emerging technologies, ethical considerations, and the pivotal role of youth in shaping a responsible digital future. The story culminates with practical lessons on transforming challenges into opportunities, emphasizing the importance of education, mentorship, and proactive engagement with technology for societal betterment. Overall, "Rich Kid, Poor Kid" is a thought-provoking novel that blends storytelling with insightful commentary on modern challenges, aiming to inspire and educate readers about navigating life in an increasingly tech-centric world.
If You Feel Too Much
Author: Jamie Tworkowski
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698409353
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
The New York Times Bestseller In 2006 Jamie Tworkowski wrote a story called “To Write Love on Her Arms,” about helping a friend through her struggle with drug addiction, depression, and self-injury. The piece was so hauntingly beautiful that it quickly went viral, giving birth to a non-profit organization of the same name. Now, To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA) is an internationally recognized leader in suicide prevention and a source of hope, encouragement, and support for people worldwide. If You Feel Too Much is a celebration of hope, wonder, and what it means to be human. From personal stories of struggling on days most people celebrate to words of strength and encouragement in moments of loss, the essays in this book invite readers to believe that it’s okay to admit to pain and okay to ask for help. If You Feel Too Much is an important book from one of this generation’s most important voices.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698409353
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
The New York Times Bestseller In 2006 Jamie Tworkowski wrote a story called “To Write Love on Her Arms,” about helping a friend through her struggle with drug addiction, depression, and self-injury. The piece was so hauntingly beautiful that it quickly went viral, giving birth to a non-profit organization of the same name. Now, To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA) is an internationally recognized leader in suicide prevention and a source of hope, encouragement, and support for people worldwide. If You Feel Too Much is a celebration of hope, wonder, and what it means to be human. From personal stories of struggling on days most people celebrate to words of strength and encouragement in moments of loss, the essays in this book invite readers to believe that it’s okay to admit to pain and okay to ask for help. If You Feel Too Much is an important book from one of this generation’s most important voices.
Share the Moon
Author: Toni Logan
Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Inc
ISBN: 1635558433
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Jamie Carr recently inherited her aunt’s struggling vineyard, nestled in the picturesque hills of Northern California. With help from Jamie's slightly out-of-control best friend, Kali, and her aunt’s surviving lover, Kate, the vineyard is about to get a makeover. Being stuck on a fifty-acre vineyard for over a century can be a bit mind-numbing, especially for Ruth, the resident ghost, who never wanted to be there in the first place. Fortunately, as time has passed, so has the ownership of the property, and if the three friends who now live in the old Victorian house are any indication, things are about to get much more interesting. Intrigued and entertained, Ruth decides to introduce herself to Jamie on a beautiful full moon night. The attraction that surges between them is immediate…but seriously, a relationship with a ghost? That’ll never work.
Publisher: Bold Strokes Books Inc
ISBN: 1635558433
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Jamie Carr recently inherited her aunt’s struggling vineyard, nestled in the picturesque hills of Northern California. With help from Jamie's slightly out-of-control best friend, Kali, and her aunt’s surviving lover, Kate, the vineyard is about to get a makeover. Being stuck on a fifty-acre vineyard for over a century can be a bit mind-numbing, especially for Ruth, the resident ghost, who never wanted to be there in the first place. Fortunately, as time has passed, so has the ownership of the property, and if the three friends who now live in the old Victorian house are any indication, things are about to get much more interesting. Intrigued and entertained, Ruth decides to introduce herself to Jamie on a beautiful full moon night. The attraction that surges between them is immediate…but seriously, a relationship with a ghost? That’ll never work.
Radically Content
Author: Jamie Varon
Publisher: Rock Point
ISBN: 0760375283
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
*Named Book of the Week by Maria Shriver’s The Sunday Paper* “If you’ve spent the last couple years untangling yourself from Hustle Culture, and trying to find who you are outside of your achievements and productivity, then we've got just the book for you. Fans of Untamed, this is your next favorite read.” —POPSUGAR “I’ve fallen in love with Jamie’s words and how she so effortlessly can make us feel united with them. She has a true gift of helping us realize that all of our ‘human’ moments are what make us so special. She is a real light in this world.” —Lucy Hale, Award-Winning Actress from Pretty Little Liars, The Hating Game, and more Blending memoir, sharp social insights, and unique practical tools, author Jamie Varon is your guide to radical contentment—a satisfied life outside the bounds of societal expectations. Too many of us are waiting for our lives to begin, putting our happiness on layaway for some future version where it all lines up, when we’ve accomplished it all, when we have the perfect career, bodies, partners, and when our lives finally feel “good enough.” But what is good enough? Who gets to decide? And when do we ever reach it? Jamie takes a sharp, incisive look at the industries that are constantly telling us to do more, be more, and keep striving, pushing, and hustling—and shows you how to radically opt out of societal conditioning. We’ve learned to be terrified of contentment, thinking it will lead us to complacency. Yet, being content in a world that profits off our dissatisfaction is not complacency. It’s revolutionary. Radically Content makes the case for a new framework of living. Exploring themes like guilt, I’ll be happy when…, anxiety, settling, control, healing, shame, self-trust, and being our own worst enemies—not only will you unlearn the dogma of that discontent, but learn practical tools to create a more satisfied life for yourself, including: Cultivating real self-trust Defining your own version of “success” Living with intention Rewriting your personal narrative Creating consistent and healing rituals Packed with revelatory insights, Radically Content is an exhale. A respite from the chaos of our current world. A calm place to land when you’ve had enough with trying to be enough.
Publisher: Rock Point
ISBN: 0760375283
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
*Named Book of the Week by Maria Shriver’s The Sunday Paper* “If you’ve spent the last couple years untangling yourself from Hustle Culture, and trying to find who you are outside of your achievements and productivity, then we've got just the book for you. Fans of Untamed, this is your next favorite read.” —POPSUGAR “I’ve fallen in love with Jamie’s words and how she so effortlessly can make us feel united with them. She has a true gift of helping us realize that all of our ‘human’ moments are what make us so special. She is a real light in this world.” —Lucy Hale, Award-Winning Actress from Pretty Little Liars, The Hating Game, and more Blending memoir, sharp social insights, and unique practical tools, author Jamie Varon is your guide to radical contentment—a satisfied life outside the bounds of societal expectations. Too many of us are waiting for our lives to begin, putting our happiness on layaway for some future version where it all lines up, when we’ve accomplished it all, when we have the perfect career, bodies, partners, and when our lives finally feel “good enough.” But what is good enough? Who gets to decide? And when do we ever reach it? Jamie takes a sharp, incisive look at the industries that are constantly telling us to do more, be more, and keep striving, pushing, and hustling—and shows you how to radically opt out of societal conditioning. We’ve learned to be terrified of contentment, thinking it will lead us to complacency. Yet, being content in a world that profits off our dissatisfaction is not complacency. It’s revolutionary. Radically Content makes the case for a new framework of living. Exploring themes like guilt, I’ll be happy when…, anxiety, settling, control, healing, shame, self-trust, and being our own worst enemies—not only will you unlearn the dogma of that discontent, but learn practical tools to create a more satisfied life for yourself, including: Cultivating real self-trust Defining your own version of “success” Living with intention Rewriting your personal narrative Creating consistent and healing rituals Packed with revelatory insights, Radically Content is an exhale. A respite from the chaos of our current world. A calm place to land when you’ve had enough with trying to be enough.