What's it about? The Humor Habit (2024) explores the transformative power of humor, emphasizing how incorporating humor can improve personal well-being, relationships, and workplace dynamics. It provides practical strategies and insights to help readers develop a habit of finding and using humor in various situations, promoting resilience and a positive mindset. Introduction What’s in it for me? Adopt the humor habit to laugh more and stress less. In today’s world, seeking out joy and humor can seem like an insurmountable task. Yet, cultivating a habit of humor isn’t just about finding whimsy for whimsy’s sake; it’s a powerful tool for enhancing your mental health and general well-being. The principles and practices of humor can help you navigate challenges in any area of your life with a lighter heart and a happier brain. Having a sense of humor isn’t purely about talent; it’s a skill that can be developed with intention and practice. In the same way traveling to a foreign cou...

What's it about? LIT (2024) is a guidebook for anyone looking to ignite their inner potential and make a positive impact on their lives and the world around them. It’s designed to help people snap out of their rut, find inspiration, cultivate humility, and harness the transformative power of curiosity and compassion. Introduction What’s in it for me? Learn how to break free from distractions and excuses once and for all. Here’s a not-so-simple question: How do we cut through the noise and distractions of modern life to focus on what truly matters? For many of us, this is a pressing concern. Every day we’re met with an overabundance of audio and visual input. Just trying to sort through it all – separating the important stuff from the nonsense – can take up the lion’s share of your time and energy. Enter Life Ignition Tools—or LIT, for short: a collection of practices that will help you stay sharp, creative, and focused on what’s important. Once you enter a lit state of mind, yo...

What's it about? Women, Food, and Hormones (2021) explores the intricate relationship among diet, hormonal balance, and women’s health. It delves into how specific foods can influence hormone levels, providing a science-backed protocol for hormonal balance, losing weight, and feeling more energetic. Introduction What’s in it for me? Get your hormones to work for you by eating for your hormones Ever felt lost in the ocean of conflicting dietary advice? We won’t ask everyone to raise their hands – it’s becoming harder than ever to separate signal from static, as advice from medical doctors is increasingly drowned out by compelling clickbait from social media influencers. Yet grasping the key to sustained well-being and vitality comes with a further challenge for women. For women, this quest isn’t just about managing weight and body composition – it’s about creating a balance that enhances overall well-being and honors the unique aspects of female biology. Traditional diets often ...

What's it about? David Copperfield (1850) follows the life of David Copperfield, from his troubled childhood and turbulent adolescence to his growth into a successful writer. It vividly portrays his struggles, relationships, and the colorful characters he encounters, and reflects the complex social issues of Victorian England. Introduction What’s in it for me? Discover a writer’s own story. Charles Dickens is one of the nineteenth century’s most celebrated, not to mention prolific, writers. He wrote 16 novels, some of them more than 1,000 pages long. With Dickens, then, the great question is always – where to begin? No novel is a more perfect introduction to Charles Dickens than David Copperfield. The story contains all the Dickens trademarks: a dramatic plot, a cast of memorable characters from across the social spectrum, trenchant social commentary, and richly descriptive prose. In addition, it’s rightly considered Dickens's most autobiographical work. Like David, the nove...

What's it about? Red Helicopter (2024) explores the transformative power of kindness, vulnerability, and generosity in both personal and professional life, and how these qualities can lead to a more fulfilling and impactful definition of success. Through engaging anecdotes and practical insights, it offers a roadmap for cultivating resilience, gratitude, and a sense of purpose in an increasingly complex world. Introduction What’s in it for me? Discover the transformative power of kindness and connection in business and in life. When James Rhee was a young boy, he shared his lunch with a classmate. In return, the classmate gifted Rhee a red helicopter toy. In that exchange, the red helicopter became more than a toy – it became a talisman that meant feeling valued, connected, and grateful toward others. This humble experience is a parable for the transformative power of human connection, and the ripple effect that a single act of kindness can have on life and the world around you....

What's it about? Burnout Immunity (2024) uncovers the root causes of burnout and why it is so pervasive in professional environments. It reveals the key to protecting against burnout – emotional intelligence – and explores techniques that anyone can learn to develop a better relationship with stress. Introduction What’s in it for me? Learn how bolstering your emotional intelligence can help heal and avoid burnout. Do you ever feel completely drained after work, struggling to muster up any energy or motivation? Or maybe you find yourself becoming increasingly cynical and negative about your job? If these experiences resonate with you, there’s a chance you may be suffering from burnout – a state of chronic workplace stress that leaves you feeling exhausted, ineffective, and detached. Burnout has become an alarmingly common issue in today’s fast-paced work culture, where the lines between our professional and personal lives are increasingly blurred. The constant pressure to perform,...

What's it about? The CBT Workbook for Mental Health (2022) is a practical guide to using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to improve your emotional well-being. It offers targeted solutions for common issues like anxiety, stress, self-esteem, and relationship issues, providing simple exercises that can be completed in just 10-30 minutes a day. Introduction What’s in it for me? Put some CBT techniques into your mental-health toolkit Have you ever felt trapped by your own negative thoughts and emotions, wishing there was a way to break free? Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, may hold the key. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a versatile tool to transform your thought patterns and improve your well-being. It’s a leading treatment for mental health issues such as anxiety and depression, but can also help with things like building self-esteem and self-acceptance, strengthening relationships, diffusing stress, controlling cravings and impulses, and more. In this Blink, you’ll se...