Showing results for "Less More" in Psychology

Have you been too nice for too long? Have you tried to speak up for yourself, have better boundaries, or take care of your own needs, only to feel anxious, stuck, or guilty? The unfortunate truth is people-pleasing and excessive niceness are debilitating patterns that most people never truly change. They remain in this “cage of niceness” until their final days, when they experience a strong sense of regret for living a life that wasn’t truly their own.

By synthesizing current research in the social sciences, Schwartz makes the counterintuitive case that eliminating choices can greatly reduce the stress, anxiety, and busyness of our lives. He offers eleven practical steps on how to limit choices to a manageable number, have the discipline to focus on the important ones and ignore the rest, and ultimately derive greater satisfaction from the choices you have to make.

This program includes an introduction and epilogue read by the author. Blending evidence across science and design, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less offers a revolution in problem-solving: proving why we overlook subtraction, and how we can access its true potential We pile on “to-dos”...

Less Stress, More Joy with Amy Leneker is the joyful rebellion you’ve been waiting for. If you’ve ever woken up on a Monday already exhausted, or spent Sunday night bracing yourself for the week ahead, the problem isn't you — the problem is work. But there’s a better way. A simpler way. Each week on the Less Stress, More Joy podcast, Amy shares the same coaching she brings to Fortune 100 companies and public sector organizations — helping you understand your stress, break old patterns, and rediscover the joy you were meant for. Less stress, more joy, and zero toxic positivity — ...

An accomplished and honored professor, psychotherapist, author, and chocolate connoisseur, Diane Gehart identifies surprisingly efficient and fun ways to increase your daily dose of joy. Drawing on positive psychology, Eastern wisdom, and three decades of psychotherapist know-how, she outlines a no-nonsense yet good-humored path to get you where you want to go. She will teach you step-by-step how to: Identify the essential elements necessary for life-long happiness and add them to your everyday habits. Develop an unshakable sense of inner joy that sustains you in good times and bad.

"3 PAGES IN, YOU'LL FEEL 1,000 LBS LIGHTER." — Jay Shetty, #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author “Life doesn’t begin after the obstacles, life is the obstacles, and we have to unlearn the idea that we need, or would even want, a life free of chaos, stress, and anxiety. We grow from facing...

Many of us believe that the best way to treat crises and challenges is to process them: to mull over and analyse the stresses, anxieties and traumas we face. But this perception is misguided. Instead, we should think of our mind as a sieve through which everything slips unless we choose to hold on to it. But how do we let go of those negative thoughts we’ve held on to which are weighing us down?

The pace of modern life leaves little time to truly connect with our partners, yet the need for good communication is greater than ever before. This book of strategies will teach you how to communicate effectively through structured practices. You'll learn simple ways to keep the lines of communication open, become a better listener, understand and avoid your own and your partner's triggers, and solve common problems. The methods in this book will help you to build your communication skills in a safe and deliberate way.

Hosts Eric Beattie & DeVante Branch dive into the world of technology and its impact on our daily lives. They share their insights and personal experiences on how to reduce the use of technology, connect with people in person, and discuss how to navigate relationships in modern society. Eric and DeVante recognize that many people are going through tough times in their personal lives, and their goal is to offer solutions and support to those who need it. They believe that by living a more balanced life, we can all add value to our own lives and the lives of those around us. Join us on ”Less ...

Hi, and welcome to Where Less Becomes More. A podcast about leaving the fast lane behind to live with clarity and calm. Each episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe deeper, and realign with what truly matters. Whether you’re simplifying your space, untangling your thoughts, or just learning to live life on your own terms, this is your space to pause, reflect, and grow. Let’s explore the beauty of doing less, but living more, together.

Hosted by Oliver Schnusenberg, this show explores how to live with more clarity, alignment, and purpose in a world that constantly pushes us toward autopilot. Each episode offers bite-sized reflections, research-backed insights, and practical tools drawn from neuroscience and life coaching. Whether you're a young professional, creative, or coach seeking to build a more intentional life, you'll find thoughtful guidance here, without the fluff or the hustle hype. Less noise. More meaning. Less pressure. More purpose.

Starve the scroll. Feed the focus. Less Dopamine, More Discipline is your mental training camp—designed to rewire your brain for patience, consistency, and ultra-clear thinking. 📶 Built for anyone ready to trade short-term pleasure for long-term gains. ✅ Detox overstimulation✅ Strengthen your willpower muscle✅ Tap into laser focus, dailyDiscipline is your new dopamine.Follow @NovosPositivity for more mental mastery hacks.

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Welcome to Stress Less, Live More, hosted by Dr. Priyanka Wadhwa. Join us as we dive deep into emotional well-being and mental health, bringing you invaluable insights and strategies to help you excel in managing stress, anxiety, and emotional imbalances. Each episode of Stress Less, Live More is packed with actionable advice, inspiring stories, and expert interviews that will empower you to achieve emotional balance and mental clarity. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering emotional well-being. Don't miss out on the ...

Sarah Kerr is a Transformational Life Coach and trained with Animas School of Coaching gaining an ICF accredited qualification in Transformational Life Coaching. She is also an approved Relaxation Meditation and Mindfulness Instructor, Mindful Resilience & Wellbeing Coach, and Group Facilitator. She is enthusiastic about sharing the importance of emotional resilience, living your life on your terms, and energy work, and she inspires others with her personal journey from depression to magical expression. Sarah has run her coaching business for the last six years. Her passion for learning, ...

In this authoritative book by an established mental health writer with advice from experts in the field, Rachel Kelly shares how bringing up her five children in an anxious age, and her work for ten years with young people in schools and at universities, has led to her own psychological growth. Raising resilient teenagers begins with becoming a more resilient—and better informed—parent, someone who has learned to manage their own emotions, become aware of their parenting style, and understand the world our teenagers are growing up in.

A Rice University social scientist teaches you to rethink what you need to succeed, and do more with what you already have, in this counterintuitive, evidence-based guide to changing the way you work and live. Stretch identifies key ways for people and organizations to work beyond their...

Every mom wants to be a good parent—but if you’ve found yourself burned out and overwhelmed trying to be “the perfect mom,” you’re not alone. “We get handed a rulebook of motherhood without realizing it,” says Erica Djossa. “That rulebook comes with an invisible load—a world of mental and physical tasks that keeps us pushing toward perfection while barely being able to breathe.” With Releasing the Mother Load, this renowned parenting specialist shares a guide to help you break free from the crushing burden of unrealistic expectations and reclaim the joy of motherhood.

The quality of your life depends on the quality of your mind. Unfortunately, we spend little time improving our thoughts, and it is rarely taught at school. As a result, we go through life without really understanding how to use our minds. We have in our head the most sophisticated object in the world, but we barely know how it works. Most people are unable to direct their mental strength toward the goals they truly desire. They can't resist temptation or persevere in the face of adversity. In the end, they quit. Luckily, our mind can be trained, and this book will show you how.

Welcome to Beyond Me to We — the podcast where style meets soul, and confidence is reclaimed one outfit (and mindset shift) at a time.Hosted by wardrobe coach and confidence champion Farah Marius, this show is designed for women in midlife navigating body changes, closet overwhelm, and identity shifts. If you’ve ever looked at a closet full of clothes and thought, “Nothing fits — and I’m not just talking about the jeans,” you’re in the right place.Each episode offers real talk, mindset shifts, and practical tools to help you:Curate a wardrobe that reflects who you are ...