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101 Ways to Be Less Stressed: Simple Self-Care Strategies to Boost Your Mind, Mood, and Mental Health
Although many of us prioritize our physical health through exercise and healthy eating, we often forget to spend time boosting our mind, mood, and mental health. Yet the mind is the source of all our thoughts, words, and actions; when our thinking is unhealthy, our lives will be unhealthy - even if we go to the gym seven times a week and eat kale every day.
It is so important that we focus on mental self-care and reducing daily stress since mental toughness and resilience will get us through difficult times and help us achieve success in every area of our lives. Using the incredible power of our minds, we can persist and grow in response to life's challenges.
Let best-selling author and neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf help you change your life by changing your mind with 101 simple ways to reduce stress. With simple strategies for mental self-care, we can change the way we think and how we live our lives.
It is so important that we focus on mental self-care and reducing daily stress since mental toughness and resilience will get us through difficult times and help us achieve success in every area of our lives. Using the incredible power of our minds, we can persist and grow in response to life's challenges.
Let best-selling author and neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Leaf help you change your life by changing your mind with 101 simple ways to reduce stress. With simple strategies for mental self-care, we can change the way we think and how we live our lives.
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About the author
Caroline Leaf
60 books713 followersDr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist with a PhD in Communication Pathology specializing in Neuropsychology. Since the early 1980‘s she has studied and researched the Mind-Brain connection. During her years in clinical practice as a Communication Pathologist she developed tools and processes that help people develop and change their thinking and subsequent behavior. Her scientific Science of Thought techniques have transformed the lives of patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), learning disabilities, emotional traumas and released the potential of thousands of young students and adults.
She has presented her unique Switch On Your Brain with the 5-Step Learning Process® and the Metacognitive-Map™ learning tool to thousands of students worldwide.
She developed the Geodesic Learning™ theory (how we think and process information) that has been conservatively shown to increase thinking, behavioral and academic performance by 35-75%. This revolutionary theory explains the Science of Thought, stating how thoughts form, how we process information and the power of the non-conscious mind and the relationship between the non-conscious and conscious. It explains that everything you do is first a physical thought in the physical brain. You think, and then you do, which cycles back to the original thought, changing it, and the thoughts connected to it, in a dynamic interrelationship. Therefore if your thinking is toxic, then your communication and behavior are toxic, and vice versa.
She has published numerous articles in academic journals and consumer magazines and has been widely interviewed in newspapers, on radio shows, and on television shows about her research and theories.
She has her own weekly TV show called "Switch On Your Brain" airing on TBN.
She frequently lectures to both Christian and secular audiences worldwide, linking scientific principles of the brain to spiritual, intellectual and emotional issues in simple and practical ways. She speaks on diverse topics relating to optimal thinking, and hence, brain performance, including:
1. Thinking and learning
2. Controlling your thought life
3. Managing stress
4. Eradicating toxic thoughts
5. Overcoming mental, emotional, and spiritual strongholds
6. Understanding male and female brain differences
7. Applying wisdom
8. Identifying your unique gifts
DR. CAROLINE LEAF’S DEGREES
University of Cape Town South Africa Degree of Bachelor of Science (Logopaedics) - December 1985
University of Pretoria South Africa Masters in Communication Pathology with distinction/cum laude - June 1990
University of Pretoria South Africa Doctor Philosophiae with specialization in Communication Pathology With distinction/cum laude and academic honors - May 1997
She has presented her unique Switch On Your Brain with the 5-Step Learning Process® and the Metacognitive-Map™ learning tool to thousands of students worldwide.
She developed the Geodesic Learning™ theory (how we think and process information) that has been conservatively shown to increase thinking, behavioral and academic performance by 35-75%. This revolutionary theory explains the Science of Thought, stating how thoughts form, how we process information and the power of the non-conscious mind and the relationship between the non-conscious and conscious. It explains that everything you do is first a physical thought in the physical brain. You think, and then you do, which cycles back to the original thought, changing it, and the thoughts connected to it, in a dynamic interrelationship. Therefore if your thinking is toxic, then your communication and behavior are toxic, and vice versa.
She has published numerous articles in academic journals and consumer magazines and has been widely interviewed in newspapers, on radio shows, and on television shows about her research and theories.
She has her own weekly TV show called "Switch On Your Brain" airing on TBN.
She frequently lectures to both Christian and secular audiences worldwide, linking scientific principles of the brain to spiritual, intellectual and emotional issues in simple and practical ways. She speaks on diverse topics relating to optimal thinking, and hence, brain performance, including:
1. Thinking and learning
2. Controlling your thought life
3. Managing stress
4. Eradicating toxic thoughts
5. Overcoming mental, emotional, and spiritual strongholds
6. Understanding male and female brain differences
7. Applying wisdom
8. Identifying your unique gifts
DR. CAROLINE LEAF’S DEGREES
University of Cape Town South Africa Degree of Bachelor of Science (Logopaedics) - December 1985
University of Pretoria South Africa Masters in Communication Pathology with distinction/cum laude - June 1990
University of Pretoria South Africa Doctor Philosophiae with specialization in Communication Pathology With distinction/cum laude and academic honors - May 1997
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January 22, 2024
a quick and easy read! perfect for encouraging a positive mindset for the new year. ☺️
January 12, 2021
3.5 stars. There are about 25 of the 101 ways that I think are stellar: some things I've learned in therapy, read in other books, or some completely new. A quick read, so worth it!
My favorite tip personally was the idea of "purposeful procrastination"---letting some things go and accepting incompleteness. The book continually stresses the connection between mental and physical health and that there is no "one button" to press, "one thing" you can do, or "quick fix" to be had, even about things like getting better sleep, which is a refreshing reminder.
My favorite tip personally was the idea of "purposeful procrastination"---letting some things go and accepting incompleteness. The book continually stresses the connection between mental and physical health and that there is no "one button" to press, "one thing" you can do, or "quick fix" to be had, even about things like getting better sleep, which is a refreshing reminder.
December 23, 2021
This was a quick listen with some great reminders for how to just take a step back and refocus. This is literally a list of 101 ways to be less stressed (an as advertised title of a book!) and while a lot of it was advice I'd heard before it fully struck a chord when I read it and it was just what I needed.
September 25, 2023
This has become my ongoing bedtime listen for months now. It not only soothes me to sleep but also nice learning consciously and subconsciously.
May 19, 2023
Some helpful tips but nothing mind blowing or life changing. Quick read.
May 13, 2024
Great book, feeling very called out!
March 22, 2024
The book presented itself as a solid piece, though not outstanding. In terms of insights, it remained somewhat superficial for me, yet it might appeal to readers who haven't delved deeply into the subject before. However, it served as a tool for me to articulate some vague thoughts into clear words.
February 19, 2021
There are some good tips in the there but most are like a refresher. There are no game changing revelations mentioned. Quick, easy read that serves as a good reminder as to the Importance of self care and the negative impact that stress can have on our lives.
August 25, 2022
This tiny book of healthy advice comes from the mind perspective which is new and kinda like. If you want to boost your mental health on a more natural way, this book is for you.
Definitely has some good advice if not all advice is good because I really really enjoyed it.
But don’t just read the book, take action, APPLY IT.
This sets the difference between a read and an easy simple life.
September 24, 2023
A short well written book, containing many gems. A collection of wisdom nuggets, which are extremely useful. Many of these pieces of wisdom I learned by trial and error, so this books saves a lot of time and avoids learning the hard way. I enjoyed it! Each chapter can be expanded to an essay or even a full book.
September 12, 2025
I really appreciated how it was straight to the point and filled with actionable advice, with some tips you can implement immediately and others you can practice long-term. I read this as an audiobook; however, this is one of the few books I would consider purchasing a physical copy of to have on hand. That way, whenever I feel stressed, I can refer back to it.
March 16, 2024
Además de ser rápido, conciso y directo, este libro es una pequeña guía de cómo lidiar con el estrés de formas diferentes y únicas.
Debo reconocer que algunos consejos ya los conocía, pero otros fueron completamente nuevos para mí y estoy segura de que los implementaré en mi vida personal.
Debo reconocer que algunos consejos ya los conocía, pero otros fueron completamente nuevos para mí y estoy segura de que los implementaré en mi vida personal.
March 15, 2022
Meh, could have been better. Some good tips still, but I don't think each tip needed to be separated by a chapter.
July 9, 2022
A good, wee reinforcer on the importance of self care and some behavioral shifts to relieve stress.
January 11, 2024
A quick review of things to do for you. Makes sense to me this book sold well during COVID :)
June 6, 2024
A quick and great listen! Reminded me of some things and also gave me some new ideas to consider. I really liked this one!
September 20, 2024
A great and super fast read. Full of reminders and practical tools for how to take care of yourself and your mind to get you in a healthier place. Highly recommend to read and reread.
September 25, 2021
A communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist has brought us a quick and easy discussion on how we can painlessly make our lives easier. Dr. Caroline Leaf describes many things that can help. Each tip is described in its own short chapter. Those bite-sized bits alone simplify things.
Physical health is important, yes, but we must not forget mental/emotional health. It seems like a daunting thing to practice, but luckily, an expert solves this issue. The fact that Dr. Leaf provides over a hundred ways to do this is nice because there is bound to be something that will appeal to everyone here.
Some of the tips are preventive, and some are in-the-moment ideas that will lesson stress and improve one’s day. It is easy to rethink how we do things when they come with such small demands. The book moves quickly and is worth listening to. Why not get some creative and easy ways to make your life better?
Physical health is important, yes, but we must not forget mental/emotional health. It seems like a daunting thing to practice, but luckily, an expert solves this issue. The fact that Dr. Leaf provides over a hundred ways to do this is nice because there is bound to be something that will appeal to everyone here.
Some of the tips are preventive, and some are in-the-moment ideas that will lesson stress and improve one’s day. It is easy to rethink how we do things when they come with such small demands. The book moves quickly and is worth listening to. Why not get some creative and easy ways to make your life better?
April 13, 2025
I like reading quotes and this is one is filled with 101 of them, I don't think it was worth the buy but the mental health messages were good.
November 3, 2023
101 simple and easy-to-apply ways to make your life more stress-free from a cognitive neuroscientist – Caroline Leaf.
Stress has a significant effect on every aspect of our lives. And while a rare spike of stress can make us more resilient and capable to cope with the problem, continuous existence in ‘flight-or-fight’ mode can exacerbate existing health issues as well as cause new ones.
For the purpose of helping people cope with stress, Dr. Caroline Leaf wrote a book called ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed’. The read offers 101 practical pieces of advice on how to find life balance and relieve stress.
Author’s background
Dr. Caroline Leaf brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to her work as a cognitive neuroscientist. With a PhD in Communication Pathology, specializing in Neuropsychology, she has dedicated her career to exploring the intricate connection between the mind and the brain.
Driven by her passion for helping others, she has applied her groundbreaking Science of Thought techniques to aid patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), learning disabilities, and emotional traumas. Moreover, her innovative approaches have unlocked the untapped potential of countless young students and adults, enabling them to thrive.
Dr. Leaf’s contributions extend beyond clinical practice, as she has also developed the groundbreaking Geodesic Learning™ theory, which sheds light on how we think and process information. Demonstrating the remarkable impact of her work, this theory has been conservatively proven to enhance thinking, behavioural patterns, and academic performance by a remarkable 35-75%.
What is the book about?
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ emphasises the crucial link between mental and physical health while dispelling the notion of a quick fix for stress reduction. In this book, Dr. Leaf presents over a hundred practical tips, each described in its own short chapter, making them easily digestible and applicable.
The book acknowledges the significance of both physical and mental/emotional well-being, offering readers a comprehensive approach to stress management. By providing a wide array of techniques, Dr. Leaf ensures that there is something for everyone. Some tips focus on preventive measures, while others offer in-the-moment strategies to alleviate stress and enhance daily life. The simplicity and small demands of these techniques encourage readers to reconsider their habits and adopt healthier practices.
The brevity of each chapter allows for a quick read, yet the profound impact on mental health is exponential when these strategies are implemented. Dr. Leaf masterfully blends scientific understanding with practical advice, ensuring that even seemingly basic habits can have transformative effects over time. The book delves into brain science and mental health comprehension, dispelling any assumptions that the tips are simplistic.
Key takeaways from ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘
1. Prioritise the well-being of your mental health when facing difficult individuals
The book emphasises the importance of protecting one’s own mental health when dealing with difficult people.
When facing difficult individuals, it is essential to prioritise self-care and mental well-being. One effective approach is to have a designated person with whom you can discuss and process difficult situations and emotions. This support system can provide guidance and help maintain perspective during challenging interactions.
Leveraging technology can also be advantageous. If needed, allow calls from difficult people to go to voicemail and send them a text message indicating that you will get back to them later. Texting instead of calling can provide an opportunity to think clearly before responding in a reactive or emotional manner.
2. Incorporate regular ‘mental autopsies’ into your daily routine
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ points out the value of conducting a ‘mental autopsy’ when facing difficult situations or challenging individuals. This process involves reflecting on past experiences, analysing them, and gaining insight into what went wrong or right in order to make improvements.
Similar to a regular autopsy that examines a deceased body to determine the cause of death, a mental autopsy aims to understand why certain events unfolded the way they did.
The key to a successful mental autopsy is seeking understanding. By asking yourself questions and engaging in self-reflection, you can explore why something happened, how it happened, and what triggers were involved.
This introspective process allows for insight into the issue and provides an opportunity to avoid similar pitfalls in the future and also can break the cycle of overthinking.
Strengths and weaknesses according to readers’ reviews
Strengths:
• Impactful and quick read.
• Offers a variety of practical techniques.
• Encourages consistency. The book does not provide quick-fix solutions. Instead, it offers a gradual process of implementing the suggested practices. It suggests engaging in a 101-day challenge and trying new strategies every day. By consistently applying the strategies over time, readers can witness a positive shift in their overall well-being and attitude.
Weaknesses:
• Familiar themes. If readers are already familiar with Dr. Leaf’s other books, they may recognize recurring themes and concepts. While this can reinforce key principles, it may also give the impression of repetitive content, especially if readers were expecting fresh perspectives.
• Lack of depth. The book may not delve deeply into the techniques it mentions. While it serves as a quick reminder, it may not provide the level of detail that some readers desire for a more comprehensive understanding of stress reduction and mental well-being.
Quotes from ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed’
"When we anticipate or expect the worst to happen, we build that thinking into our brain, which can affect our actions, attitudes, and words. Remember, your expectations create realities. Remind yourself that bad days or weeks won’t last forever, and plan to celebrate when they’re over. Let the anticipation of a reward help you enjoy the process of facing the day’s or week’s challenges."
"When dealing with someone who is difficult and doesn’t want help or seems to not want to change, sometimes the best approach is to first build trust and a stronger relationship by engaging with them on topics they’re interested in and listening to them without judgment. Don’t just try to solve their issues! This doesn’t mean you ignore the problem; rather, you go into a conversation or interaction wanting to engage with that person on topics that interest them, building up trust, which is the foundation for true change."
"Not only does reading build the brain in a healthy way but it also helps develop our mirror neurons and people skills. It opens up the parts of the brain responsible for our compassion, understanding, and empathy, making us better leaders, teachers, parents, and siblings."
Final takeaway
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ offers practical guidance for stress reduction from a renowned neuroscientist. Through concise chapters, Dr. Caroline Leaf presents a variety of strategies rooted in scientific understanding.
This book is not only informative but also encourages readers to actively incorporate the suggested techniques into their lives. Highly recommended for people seeking creative and accessible methods to improve their overall well-being.
Stress has a significant effect on every aspect of our lives. And while a rare spike of stress can make us more resilient and capable to cope with the problem, continuous existence in ‘flight-or-fight’ mode can exacerbate existing health issues as well as cause new ones.
For the purpose of helping people cope with stress, Dr. Caroline Leaf wrote a book called ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed’. The read offers 101 practical pieces of advice on how to find life balance and relieve stress.
Author’s background
Dr. Caroline Leaf brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to her work as a cognitive neuroscientist. With a PhD in Communication Pathology, specializing in Neuropsychology, she has dedicated her career to exploring the intricate connection between the mind and the brain.
Driven by her passion for helping others, she has applied her groundbreaking Science of Thought techniques to aid patients with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), learning disabilities, and emotional traumas. Moreover, her innovative approaches have unlocked the untapped potential of countless young students and adults, enabling them to thrive.
Dr. Leaf’s contributions extend beyond clinical practice, as she has also developed the groundbreaking Geodesic Learning™ theory, which sheds light on how we think and process information. Demonstrating the remarkable impact of her work, this theory has been conservatively proven to enhance thinking, behavioural patterns, and academic performance by a remarkable 35-75%.
What is the book about?
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ emphasises the crucial link between mental and physical health while dispelling the notion of a quick fix for stress reduction. In this book, Dr. Leaf presents over a hundred practical tips, each described in its own short chapter, making them easily digestible and applicable.
The book acknowledges the significance of both physical and mental/emotional well-being, offering readers a comprehensive approach to stress management. By providing a wide array of techniques, Dr. Leaf ensures that there is something for everyone. Some tips focus on preventive measures, while others offer in-the-moment strategies to alleviate stress and enhance daily life. The simplicity and small demands of these techniques encourage readers to reconsider their habits and adopt healthier practices.
The brevity of each chapter allows for a quick read, yet the profound impact on mental health is exponential when these strategies are implemented. Dr. Leaf masterfully blends scientific understanding with practical advice, ensuring that even seemingly basic habits can have transformative effects over time. The book delves into brain science and mental health comprehension, dispelling any assumptions that the tips are simplistic.
Key takeaways from ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘
1. Prioritise the well-being of your mental health when facing difficult individuals
The book emphasises the importance of protecting one’s own mental health when dealing with difficult people.
When facing difficult individuals, it is essential to prioritise self-care and mental well-being. One effective approach is to have a designated person with whom you can discuss and process difficult situations and emotions. This support system can provide guidance and help maintain perspective during challenging interactions.
Leveraging technology can also be advantageous. If needed, allow calls from difficult people to go to voicemail and send them a text message indicating that you will get back to them later. Texting instead of calling can provide an opportunity to think clearly before responding in a reactive or emotional manner.
2. Incorporate regular ‘mental autopsies’ into your daily routine
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ points out the value of conducting a ‘mental autopsy’ when facing difficult situations or challenging individuals. This process involves reflecting on past experiences, analysing them, and gaining insight into what went wrong or right in order to make improvements.
Similar to a regular autopsy that examines a deceased body to determine the cause of death, a mental autopsy aims to understand why certain events unfolded the way they did.
The key to a successful mental autopsy is seeking understanding. By asking yourself questions and engaging in self-reflection, you can explore why something happened, how it happened, and what triggers were involved.
This introspective process allows for insight into the issue and provides an opportunity to avoid similar pitfalls in the future and also can break the cycle of overthinking.
Strengths and weaknesses according to readers’ reviews
Strengths:
• Impactful and quick read.
• Offers a variety of practical techniques.
• Encourages consistency. The book does not provide quick-fix solutions. Instead, it offers a gradual process of implementing the suggested practices. It suggests engaging in a 101-day challenge and trying new strategies every day. By consistently applying the strategies over time, readers can witness a positive shift in their overall well-being and attitude.
Weaknesses:
• Familiar themes. If readers are already familiar with Dr. Leaf’s other books, they may recognize recurring themes and concepts. While this can reinforce key principles, it may also give the impression of repetitive content, especially if readers were expecting fresh perspectives.
• Lack of depth. The book may not delve deeply into the techniques it mentions. While it serves as a quick reminder, it may not provide the level of detail that some readers desire for a more comprehensive understanding of stress reduction and mental well-being.
Quotes from ‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed’
"When we anticipate or expect the worst to happen, we build that thinking into our brain, which can affect our actions, attitudes, and words. Remember, your expectations create realities. Remind yourself that bad days or weeks won’t last forever, and plan to celebrate when they’re over. Let the anticipation of a reward help you enjoy the process of facing the day’s or week’s challenges."
"When dealing with someone who is difficult and doesn’t want help or seems to not want to change, sometimes the best approach is to first build trust and a stronger relationship by engaging with them on topics they’re interested in and listening to them without judgment. Don’t just try to solve their issues! This doesn’t mean you ignore the problem; rather, you go into a conversation or interaction wanting to engage with that person on topics that interest them, building up trust, which is the foundation for true change."
"Not only does reading build the brain in a healthy way but it also helps develop our mirror neurons and people skills. It opens up the parts of the brain responsible for our compassion, understanding, and empathy, making us better leaders, teachers, parents, and siblings."
Final takeaway
‘101 Ways to Be Less Stressed‘ offers practical guidance for stress reduction from a renowned neuroscientist. Through concise chapters, Dr. Caroline Leaf presents a variety of strategies rooted in scientific understanding.
This book is not only informative but also encourages readers to actively incorporate the suggested techniques into their lives. Highly recommended for people seeking creative and accessible methods to improve their overall well-being.
March 1, 2021
Dr. Caroline Leaf definitely has a gift for writing timely books that prove to be exactly what the world currently needs. Just take a look at the title of her recent release from BakerBooks: “101 Ways to Be Less Stressed: Simple Self-Care Strategies to Boost Your Mind, Mood, and Mental Health”.
After a brief introduction for how to get the most out of this little book, Dr. Leaf dives right into her simple yet scientific strategies that each span one or two pages. Each one takes only a minute or so to read - but as we put them into practice in our lives, the effects on our mental health are exponential!
Here are a couple titles of my favorite tips (of course she goes into more detail with each one, but I like how they are titled for easy reference):
#27 - Chase curiosity, not passion
#54 - Don’t panic if you can’t fall asleep
#55 - Anticipating the worst moments creates the worst moments
#65 - Make “mental autopsies” a regular part of your day
#78 - Make it a priority to spend at least an hour a day reading
#95 - Work on your self-confidence
Admittedly, as I first skimmed through the book, some of these tips sounded like no-brainers (no pun intended!). But when I actually read further into Dr. Leaf’s strategy for each title, I was struck by a couple important things... First, I realized that sometimes the simplest of new habits can be the most life-changing in the long run. Second, as I slowly read the strategies, I realized that there is actually a lot of brain-science and mental-health-understanding built into each and every one. They are far from basic.
So, that is why I believe that this little book is different than the plethora of other self-help gift-books out there - because it is written by a Christian neuroscientist who I trust and believe to have so much insight into the human mind and how it connects to our bodies, beliefs, and entire lives. “101 Ways” is definitely still an ideal gift-book to share with friends and family, but it is also a book to dive in and DO, not just read. I highly recommend this book to everyone and anyone - and when you order your copy, why not order an extra one or two for sharing with someone who could use it?
“Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.”
After a brief introduction for how to get the most out of this little book, Dr. Leaf dives right into her simple yet scientific strategies that each span one or two pages. Each one takes only a minute or so to read - but as we put them into practice in our lives, the effects on our mental health are exponential!
Here are a couple titles of my favorite tips (of course she goes into more detail with each one, but I like how they are titled for easy reference):
#27 - Chase curiosity, not passion
#54 - Don’t panic if you can’t fall asleep
#55 - Anticipating the worst moments creates the worst moments
#65 - Make “mental autopsies” a regular part of your day
#78 - Make it a priority to spend at least an hour a day reading
#95 - Work on your self-confidence
Admittedly, as I first skimmed through the book, some of these tips sounded like no-brainers (no pun intended!). But when I actually read further into Dr. Leaf’s strategy for each title, I was struck by a couple important things... First, I realized that sometimes the simplest of new habits can be the most life-changing in the long run. Second, as I slowly read the strategies, I realized that there is actually a lot of brain-science and mental-health-understanding built into each and every one. They are far from basic.
So, that is why I believe that this little book is different than the plethora of other self-help gift-books out there - because it is written by a Christian neuroscientist who I trust and believe to have so much insight into the human mind and how it connects to our bodies, beliefs, and entire lives. “101 Ways” is definitely still an ideal gift-book to share with friends and family, but it is also a book to dive in and DO, not just read. I highly recommend this book to everyone and anyone - and when you order your copy, why not order an extra one or two for sharing with someone who could use it?
“Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.”
June 17, 2022
Genre: Self-help/self-care, non-fiction
Age Range: I think anyone over 14, could read this. However, there are about 2 chapters dedicated to parents.
Language: Clean
I was pleasantly surprised by this book. It was a quick read, but very impactful! Dr. Leaf breaks it down into 101 ways to be more mindful and less stressed. They were easier breakdowns and very applicable. I will mention that this book is more designed to be read over a span of 101 days, and not in one setting. I will be reading this book again, and trying the 101 day challenge of journaling and asking questions. This book is practical and inspiring; it will help shape how you view stressful situations and what you can do to change. As she said in one of the days, this is not a quick fix solutions, but if you apply it to your life, over time, you will see a difference in your attitude, and how you feel overall. Even a quick read (like I did) was very inspiring and encouraging!
Age Range: I think anyone over 14, could read this. However, there are about 2 chapters dedicated to parents.
Language: Clean
I was pleasantly surprised by this book. It was a quick read, but very impactful! Dr. Leaf breaks it down into 101 ways to be more mindful and less stressed. They were easier breakdowns and very applicable. I will mention that this book is more designed to be read over a span of 101 days, and not in one setting. I will be reading this book again, and trying the 101 day challenge of journaling and asking questions. This book is practical and inspiring; it will help shape how you view stressful situations and what you can do to change. As she said in one of the days, this is not a quick fix solutions, but if you apply it to your life, over time, you will see a difference in your attitude, and how you feel overall. Even a quick read (like I did) was very inspiring and encouraging!
January 26, 2022
Rating for the audiobook version of this book. Think of this as a Buzzfeed list. I think each topic is a great jumping off point for further research and experimentation. These are all absolutely valid ways to manage stress and bring greater fulfillment to your life. Some on this list are repetitive, while others are painfully short one-sentence phrases. Some are very obvious. Some are insightful. I will be going back and finding a hard copy version of this book - not buying, but library or online copy - jotting down the topics that I want to research further, and use them as inspiration for my own studies.
August 28, 2024
I can’t remember when this book was written but I thought it was great. Maybe I wouldn’t do exactly all of these or I might tweak some but overall I love almost all the points. I’ve learned some of them from therapy so it was cool to have someone else reaffirm them. I think it does a great job of reminding you to be self aware, to find a balance in all things, and to be patient with yourself and others. If you feel like you just don’t quite have it all together in some areas of your life this is a good place to start. I’d recommend legitimately giving some of these a shot because I can say a lot of these points have helped m.
March 25, 2021
A beautifully designed, pocket-sized book with lots of great advice, however I think I might have preferred something that cited some scientific sources of why these methods work rather than simply offering platitudes and common sense. Some of these, such as 24. “Don’t let your failures define you,” 43. “Learn how to manage stress” (I thought that’s what this book was for?) or 82. “Become aware of the problems in your life” are easier said than done! Yes, I know I should get more sleep and eat less sugar, but how do I make myself, Dr. Leaf, HOW!!!!
December 31, 2022
This book has snippets of ways to reduce stress and care for your mental well-being. Many are solid advice with a short description like walk more, deep breathing, and participate in a community. Others are deeper like recognizing the difference between reacting and responding, examining your insecurities, and reconceptualizing your experiences. You'll definitely recognize themes from her other books if you've read any of them. I imagine this book could serve as nice reminders to flip through, but doesn't go in depth to the techniques mentioned.
October 25, 2024
nice n fast book with some little reminders of how to prioritize & take care of your mental health!!
♡ some of my favorites -
• daydream often
• be brave & vulnerable with those you love
• another person’s growth doesn’t demean our own personal growth
• when panicking, focus on one object for 5 minutes and describe the object to yourself in detail
• watch how you talk about & see yourself
• use your free time to build your brain!
• appreciate the journey of life thru the present moment
♡ some of my favorites -
• daydream often
• be brave & vulnerable with those you love
• another person’s growth doesn’t demean our own personal growth
• when panicking, focus on one object for 5 minutes and describe the object to yourself in detail
• watch how you talk about & see yourself
• use your free time to build your brain!
• appreciate the journey of life thru the present moment
October 25, 2024
The title of “101 ways of …” usually isn't promising, so I didn’t have high expectation for the book, but I was still curious. In the end, the book disappointed me and didn’t meet even my low expectations. The obvious improvement would be to split advices into bigger groups and not providing information in random order by talking about mental health, then food, then work, then mental health again, etc. Also, suggestions of doing reading/exercising/socialising/etc for an hour a day doesn’t make sense if summing up all suggestions from the book all together - what a day would it be!
October 27, 2024
Listened on audiobook. Some parts are a little repetitive. But I enjoyed the book very much. The bitsized bits of advice are very very good . Ideally I'd listen/read to one a day. But I'd got two hours to use up by the end of the day...so that wasn't possible.
I think this book would be good for someone who has their head above water and not someone who is currently in a bad place mentally. If you're in an okay place though - you'll find lots of practical and encouraging ways to keep above water and ways to manage the times when you feel like you're sinking a little.
I think this book would be good for someone who has their head above water and not someone who is currently in a bad place mentally. If you're in an okay place though - you'll find lots of practical and encouraging ways to keep above water and ways to manage the times when you feel like you're sinking a little.
May 26, 2021
Not enough substance for me, which I should've expected from so short a book :) The intro says this is a beginner's guide, but it seemed too vague about most points to actually be useful to a beginner. How do I detox my brain? What's red light therapy? Etc. There's a bit of crossover and repitition of the 101 points, which each get a one paragraph explanation. It felt more like a summary or an intro to ideas she probably expands on more in her other books.
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