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The Mindfulness Solution: Everyday Practices for Everyday Problems by Dr. Ronald D. Siegel, PsyDMindfulness offers a path to well-being and tools for coping with life’s inevitable hurdles. And though mindfulness may sound exotic, you can cultivate it–and reap its proven benefits–without special training or lots of spare time. Trusted therapist and mindfulness expert Dr. Ronald Siegel shows exactly how in this inviting guide. You’ll get effective strategies to use while driving to work, walking the dog, or washing the dishes, plus tips on creating a formal practice routine in as little as 20 minutes a day. Flexible, step-by-step action plans will help you become more focused and efficient in daily life; cope with difficult feelings, such as anger and sadness; deepen your connection to your spouse or partner; feel more rested and less stressed; curb unhealthy habits; find relief from anxiety and depression; and resolve stress-related pain, insomnia, and other physical problems. Free audio downloads of the meditation exercises are available at the author’s website: www.mindfulness-solution.com.ContentsPrefacePart I Why Mindfulness Matters1. Life is difficult, for everyone2. Mindfulness: A solution3. Learning to practice mindfulness4. Building a mindful lifePart II Everyday Practices for Unruly Minds, Bodies, and Relationships5. Befriending fear: Working with worry and anxiety6. Entering the dark places: Seeing sadness and depression in a new light7. Beyond managing symptoms: Transforming pain and stress-related medical problems8. Living the full catastrophe: Mindfulness for romance, parenting, and other intimate relationships9. Breaking bad habits: Learning to make good choices10. Growing up isn’t easy: Changing your relationship with aging, illness, and death11. What’s next?: The promise of mindfulnessWhen you need more help: How to find a therapistResourcesNotesIndexAbout the author