Elevated Existence October 2018 Spiritual/Self-Help Book Picks

Each month, a ton of new spiritual and self-help books hit the market. It’s easy to get overwhelmed or miss out on some new releases.

I created Elevated Existence Monthly Book Picks to help narrow down your search, and make sure you don’t miss some great options!

Here are the picks for September 2018. They are listed below in alphabetical order. Click on each title to go directly to Amazon and find out more about the book.

 

 

“Bringing Your Shadow Out of the Dark: Breaking Free from the Hidden Forces That Drive You,” by Robert Augustus Masters PhD
Everybody has a shadow, but most of us are unaware of it. Our shadows not only hold the feelings we are most ashamed of, but also beliefs we won’t accept about ourselves. For some, it may contain anger or grief, and for others, it may contain pain or fear.

Bringing Your Shadow Out of the Dark, is based upon Robert Augustus Masters’s 40 years as a psychospiritual therapist and guide. He invites readers to understand and skillfully work with this rich, yet neglected dimension of ourselves. He shines light on the process of meeting our shadow in beneficial ways, and how we can embody a more fulfilling and life-giving experience of who we are when we do.

Masters speaks on the true nature of our shadow and how to live with it, elaborating on how pain is an essential tool of shadow work, and teaching us how to use it while looking forward. He also shares how to work with the child within, self-sabotage, narcissism, dreams and more. When uncovering and working in-depth with our shadow, we release ourselves from its control. By doing so we gain the opportunity to put its contents to work for us instead of the other way around.

 

“The Bullet Journal Method: Track the Past, Order the Present, Design the Future,” by Ryder Carrol
Have you tried organization systems but still can’t get focused and be more effective in your life? The Bullet Journal Method is about what the author, Ryder Carroll calls “intentional living,” and he originally created it for himself. It’s about weeding out distractions and focusing your time and energy on what’s truly meaningful, in both your professional and personal life. It’s about spending more time with what you care about, by making fewer things a priority.

Through this, you will learn how to create a comprehensive record of your thoughts with just a pen and paper; be able to achieve a daily calm by attacking your to-do list in an optimal way; and finally, turn your curiosity into meaningful goals that will turn into passionate steps, leading you to bigger changes.

This book is for fed up list-makers, overwhelmed multitaskers, and those who need some structure. If you feel stationary in your life, this can help you go from stagnant to in control.

 

“Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts,” by Brené Brown
Based on new research with leaders, change makers, and culture shifters, bestselling author Brené Brown shows us how to step up and lead in this new book.Being a leader is not about titles or status. Leadership is taking responsibility for recognizing potential in people and ideas, and having the courage to develop that potential.

When people lead, they don’t pretend to have answers; they stay curious and ask the right questions. They don’t collect power. They know that it becomes infinite when we share it with others. They don’t dance around difficult situations; they dive into vulnerability when we need to do good work.

Brown has spent the past 20 years studying the emotions and experiences that give our lives meaning, and the past seven working with transformative leaders and various teams across the world. She found that leaders in organizations, ranging from across the business spectrum, all ask the same question:

How can you create braver leaders, and how do you instill the value of courage in your culture?

In “Dare to Lead,” she addresses the answer to these questions using research, stories, and examples, all delivered with her signature style that fans have come to love. This book is for anyone who is looking to step up and live the life of a courageous leader.

 

“The Emotionally Healthy Child: Helping Children Calm, Center, and Make Smarter Choices,” by Maureen Healy
Even though growing up is never easy, children and parents are both undeniably presented with unprecedented challenges in today’s world. However, according to Maureen Healy, a “widespread acknowledgment that emotional health, resilience, and equilibrium can be learned and strengthened.”  Healy has expertly taught skills that address high sensitivity, large emotions, and hyper energy she experienced as a self-proclaimed “wild child,” and says these three simple steps are key ― Stop, Calm, and Make a Smart Choice. Although not always easy, when these steps are implemented as Healy explains them, they become much more powerful.

Children can become erratic based upon their physical and emotional well beings — causing tantrums one second because they don’t fully comprehend their emotions, and calm the next. As adults learn to model these skills, both adults and children become freer to do and be their best.

 

“The Family Gratitude Project: Raise a Thankful Child with 52 Fun Activities and Crafts for Every Season,” by Joanna Grzeszczak
With a full year’s worth of activities, Joanna Grzeszczak teaches families to appreciate what they have instead of wishing for what they don’t in her new book “The Family Gratitude Project.” This book is filled with colored photos and instructions that will keep the kids(or adults) occupied for hours. The crafts turn every house hold object into a lesson for everyone in the family, reminding them to be mindful of the positives and to always be aware and grateful of what one has.The book includes family-time activities; meaningful crafts; thank you gifts, projects, seasonal ideas and mindful gratitude DIYs.

 

“The Magic Ladder to Success: An Official Publication of The Napoleon Hill Foundation,” by Napoleon Hill 
The Magic Ladder to Success is where bestselling “Think and Grow Rich” author, Napoleon Hill first distilled his 17 factors that create his “Law of Success” philosophy. Here, Hill reveals how you can obtain riches if you truly desire them and put the necessary actions in place using your own intelligence. Utilizing these key principles, it is possible to capture the ethics that empower those who control them to become a leader in your choice of field.

Hill has left a vast wealth of knowledge, yet to be discovered. He offers a step-by-step walk way up the ladder of success, a process dependent on the organization of one’s own will and thought processes. This book, a lost classic that preceded “Think and Grow Rich,” is worth reading over and over and applying everything obtained throughout one’s life.

 

“Medical Medium Liver Rescue: Answers to Eczema, Psoriasis, Diabetes, Strep, Acne, Gout, Bloating, Gallstones, adrenal stress, Fatigue, Fatty Liver, Weight Issues, SIBO & Autoimmune Disease,” by Anthony William
Have you ever wondered if it were possible to focus on just one aspect of your well-being to transform all the others – -and at the same time preemptively stop health problems you didn’t even know were hiding behind your cells?
In this day and age, we have no clue on just how many symptoms and diseases are dormant in an overloaded liver. It’s not just about liver cancer, cirrhosis and hepatitis. Almost every problem — from general health, the digestive system and gaining weight to high blood pressure, heart issues, skin conditions and autoimmune diseases — it can be traced back to an overloaded live, according to Anthony Williams, Medical Mediaum. And all of these problems can be improved when proper care is taken of this one simple organ.

In his newest book, “Liver Rescue,” Anthony William offers the answers and invaluable insights into the uncharted functionality of our liver. He explains what’s behind over one dozen health issues, and offers guidance on how to move on to living better lives. With this book you will learn not only about how to keep a healthy liver, but having a clearer head, being happier, and being able to adapt to these fast-changing times.

 

“The Rise: An Unforgettable Journey of Self-Love, Forgiveness, and Transformation,” by Danette May
After the loss of Danette May’s son and a marriage that left her bankrupt and divorced, her life had nearly fallen apart. When her support systems were all but gone, health and transformation expert May, began to hear a voice from within herself.

When she started listening to her inner voice it took her to places she never imagined going. She found herself in a world bikini competition, going to a sacred Costa Rican healer, and most importantly going through a process of self-reflection and forgiveness. Also, never in her wildest dreams would she imagine being the owner of an international business, reaching the hearts of millions.

In this book, May is honest and vulnerable, sharing her own truth and take on self-love and forgiveness. She dives right in to help others achieve the fullest expression of oneself, and becomes an advocate for helping others capture the essence of achieving their own transformation in connecting with ones greatest self.

 

“The Seven Secrets to Healthy, Happy Relationships,” by Jr. don Miguel Ruiz & HeatherAsh Amara
As humans, most of us crave fulfilling relationships that provide countless ways for us to learn, grow, and have fun!

However, not all relationships are a “bed of roses” especially romantic ones. Bestselling authors Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. and HeatherAsh Amara share their seven secrets to healthy, happy relationships in this new book, touching on topics such as commitment, awareness, healing, communication and release. Utilizing these principles can help a person at any stage in their relationship, whether they’ve been with someone for many years or are currently single and want to prepare.

The secrets they share are really undiscovered focal points that may lead to a much deeper connection with a partner. And part of the secret is in the art of repetition and putting these ideas into practice every single day.

 

“The Spirit Animal Oracle: A 68-Card Deck and Guidebook,” by Colette Baron-Reid
Internationally acclaimed spiritual teacher and best-selling author Colette Baron-Reid delivers her newest Oracle Card Deck — a 68-card deck of interactive conversations with Spirit based on the energies of living beings that share this planet, helping us connect with them as teachers, healers and friends.

The spirits residing in the natural world have much to share, and their secrets are now available to you through “The Spirit Animal Oracle.” They urge us to reclaim our essential Truth—meaning we are one in Spirit, connected to every living thing on this earth in a unified consciousness.

In the 68 cards of this masterfully illustrated oracle card deck are the Higher Spirits of various animals and insects and every animal has a transcendent symbolism. With guidance from oracle expert Colette Baron-Reid, you can now awaken to your partnership with Spirit to co-create your reality in service to the world.

 

“Trust Life: Love Yourself Every Day with Wisdom from Louise Hay,” by Louise Hay
Even after inspiring millions with her work Louise Hay never believed to have all of the answers. Instead, she preached to everyone at her workshops, conferences, and through her books that the only person that you need to heal your life is you. She was someone who guided those on the path of discovering who they are, preaching that the self is powerful, loving, and lovable.

In honor of Hay’s life, this is book is a compilation of her most inspiring teachings. This will allow you to keep the knowledge of Louise with you, and inspire trust in the process of Life. As Louise said:

“Very simply, I believe that what we give out, we get back; we all contribute to, and are responsible for, the events that take place in our lives–both the good and the so-called bad. We create our experiences based on the words we say and the thoughts we think. When we create peace and harmony in our minds and think positive thoughts, we will attract positive experiences and like-minded people to us. In essence, what I’m saying is that what we believe about ourselves and about Life becomes true for us.”

 

“You Be You: Detox Your Life, Crush Your Limitations, and Own Your Awesome,” by Drew Canole
Written to empower the reader to seek more, be more and do more — all from a place of self-love, Drew Canole’s new book “You Be You,” It inspires you to want to transform your life by loving yourself and not viewing this type of love as selfish. Canole points out self-love isn’t selfish, but necessary.

Canole teaches that no matter where you’ve been in life, there are tools to implement to help you live fully, healthily and happily. He himself has overcome immense obstacles — from a painful childhood in foster living, being bullied and an unhealthy food dependence, to finally emerging from all of this and harnessing his own power to obtain success.

Canole will take you on a three-part journey to detox from external expectations, where you will learn to embrace your darkness, take back your light, and be able to discover your potential. Your current perspective and beliefs will shift to a fresh, more enlightened state of mind that includes trust, honesty with oneself, meditation, positive intention, and kindness toward not only yourself but towards others. All of this leading will lead you to a life aligned with true purpose, meaning, and incredible amounts of awesomeness.

VIDEO: Boost Your Vibration in 24 Hours — Gratitude Exercise

If I asked you where is your vibration right now, could you answer me? Do you know exactly what level you are vibrating right now?

Knowing and managing your vibration is key to not only feeling good (and who doesn’t want that?!) but to lining up with your desires so they flow easily to you, and becoming aware of the signs and synchronicities the Universe, your guides and angels are sending to you to point you in the right direction!

Odds are you have heard about the power of gratitude at this point, and maybe you even have a gratitude journal of your own. But how are you at maintaining your gratitude AND a high vibration throughout your day?

In this video, I share an exercise to help you do both!

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VIDEO: Manifestation: Have You Let Go of the Outcome?

When we hear about manifestation and the law of attraction, we often hear about “detaching” and “letting go” of the outcome.

But how do you desire and want something, and also let go of it at the same time?

And how do you know if you actually HAVE let go of the outcome, or if you are still creating resistance and blocking the desire from flowing into your life?

That is what I tackle in this week’s video!

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Elevated Existence September 2018 Spiritual and Self-Help Book Picks

Each month, a ton of new spiritual and self-help books hit the market. It’s easy to get overwhelmed or miss out on some new releases.

I created Elevated Existence Monthly Book Picks to help narrow down your search, and make sure you don’t miss some great options!

Here are the picks for September 2018. They are listed below in alphabetical order. Click on each title to go directly to Amazon and find out more about the book.

“Chris Beat Cancer: A Comprehensive Plan for Healing Naturally,” by Chris Wark
Colon cancer survivor who opted against chemotherapy and radiation provides the toxin-free diet, lifestyle, and therapy guidelines he used to help himself heal in this new book. Two days before Christmas and at 26 years old, Chris Wark was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. He had surgery to remove a golf ball-sized tumor and a third of his colon. Instead of the traditional chemotherapy, he decided to radically change his diet and lifestyle in order to promote health and healing in his body. Readers will follow his healing journey, as he exposes the corruption and ineffectiveness of the medical and cancer industries, sharing the strategies he and many others have used to heal cancer. These include adopting the Beat Cancer Mindset; radical diet and lifestyle changes; and mental, emotional and spiritual healing, as well as advanced integrative therapies.

 

“The New Relationship Blueprint: 10 Steps to Reframe the Way You Love,” by Nancy Levin
Are you ready to turn the spotlight on your love life and move to the next level–something more fulfilling than you’ve had before? Nancy Levin show readers how to build relationships better from the ground up, or perform some skillful renovations.

Whether single and looking for a new relationship; happy alone, but looking for something in the future; divorced and determined to never have a relationship; or recovering from the death of a partner. And, it’s also for those who are in an unsatisfying relationship looking for a refresh.

Based on the essential truth that relationship is first and foremost where we learn to love ourselves, Levin draws on many of the same exercises used with her clients, as she walks readers through a 10-step process to work through emotional and psychological roadblocks to self-love and the relationship they truly desire.

 

“The Hashimoto’s Healing Diet: Anti-inflammatory Strategies for Losing Weight, Boosting Your Thyroid and Getting Your Energy Back,” by Mark Ryan, L.A.C
If you’ve been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, it can be hard to know where to start with your diet. In this book, Marc Ryan, L.Ac., will help you deal with the changes frequently involved with chronic conditions like Hashimoto’s. He shows how to use dietary inventions strategically to adapt the plan in different circumstances, and guides readers through complications associated with the disorder — along with the recommended diet and treatment protocols for each one, including Candida, histamine intolerance, intestinal problems, Epstein-Barr virus, and more.

In much the same way he explored the five elements of thyroid health in his first book, “How to Heal Hashimoto’s,” he explores the five elements of digestive health here (earth, metal, wood, water and fire). Readers will also learn a brief history of Chinese medicine and “yin fire,” one of the most important concepts in internal diseases, and an action plan for readers to continue on their journey toward total wellness.

 

“Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations to Reduce Stress, Improve Mental Health and Find Peace in Everyday,” by Matthew Sockolov
With over 75 essential meditations—that take between 5-20 minutes from start to finish — this book is an approachable way to easily apply mindfulness in your day-to-day life routine.

Reduce stress, improve mental health, and stay present no matter what the day holds when you practice mindfulness, with clear explanations of what mindfulness is, along with why and how it helps in your day-to-day life; meditations organized by difficulty; advice for overcoming obstacles to your mindfulness practice, including how to deal with distracting noises or fight off sleepiness.

 

“The Tapping Solution to Create Lasting Change: A Guide to Get Unstuck and Find Your Flow,” by Jessica Ortner
Why do we fear the unknown so intensely that we’re willing to shy away from our deepest desires and settle for playing small? Why do we get enthused when we first start something, only to burn out the moment things feel challenging? Why does getting what we want sometimes feel just as scary as not getting what we want? And why, even with new outcomes we desire, do we often struggle to sustain them and instead slip back into old, self-sabotaging patterns?

Jessica Ortner asked herself these question and realized it all came down to change — an unavoidable constant in our lives. In this new book, the latest in the best-selling Tapping Solution series, she shares the lessons she’s learned about what it feels like to flow through change and how to create positive, lasting change in ways that feel both authentic and empowering.

Readers will learn how to use Tapping (also known as Emotional Freedom Techniques, or EFT) to navigate the unknown with new energy, hope and an open heart, covering topics such as fnding our way through fear and uncertainty; discerning whether our inner critical voice is friend or foe; learning to release the doubts and fears that cloud our judgment; getting past procrastination; and letting go of “goals” and finding a new way to focus on what you desire.

 

“The Ultimate Guide to Chakras: The Beginner’s Guide to Balancing, Healing and Unblocking Your Chakras for Health and Positive Energy,” by Athena Perrakis
Our chakras are the power centers that translate between the seen world of the physical body and the unseen world of energy, and they hold the key to our well-being.

Athena Perrakis, leading metaphysical teacher and creator of the world’s largest online metaphysical resource website, SageGoddess.com, addresses the nine major chakras we can tap into to balance, heal and manifest. This guide explains how and why different crystals, essential oils, and sacred plants help to support each chakra.

Each chapter includes exercises for accessing the energy of each chakra, including meditations, journal exercises and working with goddesses and spirit guides. Readers will even learn how to create a dedicated chakra altar.

 

“Walking Each Other Home: Conversations on Loving and Dying,” by Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush
Ram Dass and Mirabai Bush began their friendship more than four decades ago at the foot of their guru, Neem Karoli Baba, also known as Maharaj-ji. He transmitted to them a simple philosophy: love everyone, tell the truth, and give up attachment to material things. After impacting millions of people through the years with these teachings, they have reunited once more with this new bok to enlighten and engage readers on the spiritual opportunities within the dying process. They share intimate personal experiences and timeless practices, gently exploring every aspect of this journey. And, at 86 years old, Ram Dass reminds us, “This time we have a real deadline.”

Readers will learn guidelines for being a “loving rock” for the dying, how to grieve fully and authentically, how to transform a fear of death, leaving a spiritual legacy, creating a sacred space for dying, and more. Join these two lifelong friends and spiritual luminaries as they explore what it means to live and die consciously, remember who we really are, and illuminate the path we walk together.

VIDEO: Crystals for Manifesting Money & Success

If you are looking to bring more abundance, money and success into your life, I have some amazing crystals for you that can help!

From pyrite and citrine, to amber and aventurine, I’m sharing the best crystals to usher in money and success — and also where to put them and how to use them.

Remember, crystals often pick us rather than us choosing them, so go for the ones you are drawn to right away. Also, if you don’t have a store that sells them in your area, Etsy.com is always a great place to find crystals and gemstones.

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VIDEO: Setting Time for Self-Care

Do you take time each week for self-care? Do you even know what self-care actually is?

We get so caught up in our daily lives — taking care of family and kids, working, volunteering and taking care of everyone around us, but the majority of us completely neglect ourselves.

In this week’s video, I explain what self-care is, ways and examples to nurture yourself, and I pose a self-care challenge for you. Try and report back to me with your results!

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