The Totality of Now: 30 Techniques to Achieve Inner Peace and Live in the Now
By Renata Buziak and Dr Melanie O’Shea
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Renata Buziak
Successful clinical psychologist, writer and researcher, Dr. Melanie OShea, has contributed to the personal growth field and treated a wide range of psychological issues. In The Totality of Now, she shares some techniques to achieve inner peace and wellbeing in order to live life in the now.
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The Totality of Now - Renata Buziak
Copyright © 2013 Dr Melanie O’Shea
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The information, ideas, and suggestions in this book are not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Before following any suggestions contained in this book, you should consult your personal physician or mental health professional. Neither the author nor the publisher shall be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestions in this book.
ISBN: 978-1-4525-0879-5 (sc)
ISBN: 978-1-4525-0880-1 (e)
Balboa Press rev. date: 03/13/2013
CONTENTS
Artwork
Acknowledgements
Introduction
How To Use This Book
1 Keep A Cognitive Restructuring Diary
2 Keep A Daily Gratitude List
3 Use Positive Self-Talk
4 Reward Yourself
5 Sensory Therapy
6 Visualise What You Want In Life
7 Write Down Your Goals
8 Create A Dream Board
9 Set Aside Some Time To Relax Each Day
10 Weigh Up The Pros And Cons Of A Decision
11 Set Aside A Day For You
12 Problem-Solving Exercise
13 Diet & Exercise
14 Look For The Good In Others And Yourself
15 Have A Conversation With Yourself
16 Cooking Therapy
17 Your Perfect Work Day
18 Pamper Picnic
19 Increase Positive Activities
20 Spend A Few Hours With A Pet
21 Garden Therapy
22 Water Therapy
23 Accept Challenges
24 Acceptance Of Others
25 Accept Imperfection
26 Accept Life Experiences
27 Accept Your Appearance
28 A Letter From The Nurturing You
29 Write A Book About Your Life
30 Write An Unsent Letter
A Final Word
About The Author
ARTWORK
Book cover From Core Energy Series 2012:
Sesuvium portulacastrum . . . antifungal . . .
Copyright © 2012 by Renata Buziak
A rtist, Renata Buziak, engages nature and organic processes in her experimental photographic image making process: the biochrome. Renata received a number of art awards and presented her work nationally and internationally in solo and group exhibitions. In 2006, she was the Artist-in-Residence at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, and in 2012 at the Caloundra Art Gallery. Renata’s work is held in public and private collections including Mater Hospital, Sunsuper, Griffith University, ASP Warsaw, Redlands Gallery, South Bank Corporation, and The Daryl Hewson Collection. In April 2010, the Queensland Centre for Photography (QCP) launched Renata Buziak’s ‘Afterimage’