Unpack the power of asking,"What does it matter"to pull the plug on the rising waters of your anxiety and put a pin in the expanding balloon of your stress.Life is an unpredictable white-water ride of fast currents,beautiful scenery,rocky passageways,and calm waters. What Does It Matter is a simple yet profound framework to be used when deciding priorities,curating possessions,making plans,and managing emotions. In this life-affirming book,the author shares what she has found undeniably helpful in her own life and offers it to you,the reader,to use in yours-however you want to. And the "however you want to"bit is crucial,because the best lesson you can take away from this book is to remember to think before you follow. Remember to think before you overreact. Remember to think before being so hard on yourself. Remember to ask,"What does it matter"to help you see the funny side in any situation sooner. You are in charge of yourself; your life is yours. You can think for yourself-don't let anyone tell you that you can't. Happiness propaganda may imply that you are not enough or your life is sub-standard,but this book will serve as a direct torpedo hit against that commonplace assault. Use this book as part of your protection plan against self-destruction...and then use it to help others. Live life with less stress and more joy by asking yourself: "What does it matter"(WDIM)-and have the courage to act on your answer.
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Publisher: Permuted PressISBN: 9781637585481Number of pages: 214Weight: 395 gDimensions: 229 x 152 x 20 mm
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"Emma is a very accomplished person. In this book she gives us a surprisingly simple,effective,and easy-to-implement process for thriving in a chaotic world as we build the life we long for. It's also delightfully written.""A book that will change your life for the better and help put everything into perspective. An amazing read that will bring tears and laughter as you reflect on your own life when you read it. I wish I had read it thirty years ago.""If you care deeply about having a powerful impact and purposeful influence on those around you then this is a must read book. With a flair of passion and outrageous courage,Emma Pears shares personal examples,wisdom gleaned from others,and sound advice on how to embrace life in a new way of seeing,living,and functioning in our world in this present generation. This book is captivating and inspiring as you explore and understand how this simple yet profound framework "What Does It Matter"can have a powerful impact on the management of our attitude,diaries,priorities,actions,and responses in seeking to live our lives filled with faith,hope,and love. A timely book for this post-Covid-19 pandemic crisis.""Emma Pears writes with knowledge,passion,and experience. She interweaves these three elements with a central message that is powerful: We can be really strong and influential in how we respond to challenges,difficulties,and experiences generally. This book will help readers to ask questions that will give them some peace and direction. Enjoy the ride.""From the start to the end of What Does it Matter the pages are peppered with thought provoking questions,life wisdoms,and meaningful stories. Emma's writing style is accessible yet lyrical,transporting the reader to far flung places and bringing characters to life on every page. I've been lucky enough to encounter Emma's insight firsthand and I'm thrilled to witness it shared in this wonderful book. Emma explains the nuanced implications of what and how to think in a way that enables a more fulfilled life for us all.""I wish that I had had this book when I was growing up. Something that would teach me how to think in a rational way but not overly dictatorial and not condescending. It is like a friend telling the reader that life is long and you should do what seems right. If I had it in my power I would make sure everybody would read this book cover to cover,and in that way make the world a better place.""This wonderful book is one you will pick up and won't be able to put down! Emma provides practical tools to help you live a balanced and joyful life,so you can get out of your own way,to live a life you love. Emma authentically guides you to use this question'What Does It Matter'to calm your stress and inner critic and to empower you to have the courage to act on your answer. I am recommending this book to all of my clients as a brilliant tool to calm your nervous system,to help improve mental and physical health."
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