Life Lessons Festival Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Fast Asleep: Improve Brain Function, Lose Weight, Boost Your Mood, Reduce Stress, and Become a Better Sleeper
Michael MosleyDr Michael Mosley is a Medical doctor, medical journalist and author of Fast Asleep: How to get a really good night’s rest. In this Daily Life Lesson, he explains why sometimes, spending less time in bed is an assurance of better sleep. Listen now! https://t.co/3QAXjWEMTi https://t.co/6N4yAqUuTC
Paperback, 2021
$17.00Member price:$8.50 + Free shipping50% off your first book
How to Be Hopeful: An Inspirational Guide to Ignite a Life Full of Hope, Happiness, and Compassion for Yourself and Our Future
Bernadette RussellMeet storyteller and activist @betterussell, author of the brilliant new book, How to Be Hopeful. Listen to her Daily Life Lessons now as she explains that hope needs to be energising and protecting under the circumstances we are experiencing in 2020. https://l8r.it/NEEa https://t.co/x3MvSrL9C9
Paperback, 2021
$15.99Member price:$7.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Mind Over Mother: Every Mum's Guide to Worry and Anxiety in the First Years
Anna MathurOur next group of speakers will debunk the myths of motherhood. Meet, Anna Mathur, author of Mind Over Mother. Rebecca Anderton-Davies - yoga teacher & investment Banker, Anna Whitehouse - founder of Mother Pukka, and Jo Tutchener Sharp - Founder of fashion brand Scamp & Dude. https://t.co/jOiCnuTr3X
Hardcover, 2022
$19.99Member price:$9.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Languages of Loss
Sasha BatesPsychotherapist Sasha Bates became widowed at just 49. In her powerful book, Languages of Loss, she explores our ability to hold multiple things to be true at the same time. Sasha has words of wisdom for all the losses, big & small, that we all experience. https://soo.nr/mVyE https://t.co/nGz8zEiNJI
Paperback, 2021
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Signs of Murder: A Small Town in Scotland, a Miscarriage of Justice and the Search for the Truth
David WilsonMeet the UK's leading criminologist, David Wilson, author of Signs of Murder: A small town in Scotland, a miscarriage of justice and the search for the truth. Listen to David's Daily Life Lessons as he explains why humans are so fascinated by murder. https://bit.ly/2CZETLo https://t.co/JT1ohqASEp
Paperback, 2021
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Lonely Century: How to Restore Human Connection in a World That's Pulling Apart
Noreena HertzThis week, we spoke with Professor Noreena Hertz, author of The Lonely Century. Listen to her Daily Life Lesson as she explains that loneliness is political as well as personal. She provides simple ways to reduce loneliness for yourself, and for others. https://bit.ly/2I6pwmV https://t.co/MibwyM1Lto
Hardcover, 2021
$28.00Member price:$14.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
How to Build a Healthy Brain: Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Depression and Future-Proof Your Brain
Kimberley WilsonMeet 2 speakers who show you how to have the healthiest relationship with yourself. Ella Mills will discuss how food has literally changed her life whilst Psychologist and Nutritionist Kimberley Wilson will host a masterclass on how to build a healthy brain. https://t.co/V1YE0GZSxQ
Paperback, 2022
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Glorious Rock Bottom
Bryony GordonBryony Gordon knows what it’s like to be at glorious rock bottom and to climb her way back out. In this frank and funny session with us at Life Lessons, Bryony will share both the lessons she’s learned from mental health struggles and the triumphs of mental wellness. https://t.co/DfAZM927vs
Paperback, 2022
$17.99Member price:$8.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Prosecutor
Nazir AfzalLife Lessons is reading… The Prosecutor – One Man’s Pursuit of Justice for the Voiceless by Nazir Afzal. This part-memoir, part-reflection on the British justice system, is a moving and important discussion of what it means to live in a ‘just’ society. https://t.co/TzxMaaIQ1S
Paperback, 2021
$19.95Member price:$9.98 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Tattooist of Auschwitz
Heather MorrisListen to Heather Morris', author Tattooist of Auschwitz & Stories of Hope, Daily Life Lesson now as she explains the importance of listening. Learn how we've trained ourselves to listen with the purpose of responding, preventing us from truly listening. https://l8r.it/2iQw https://t.co/pvYtXwcUJb
Paperback, 2018
$16.99Member price:$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book