Life Guide

Caregiver for an elderly parent, partner, or child with special needs? It's a big job ,and often requires an extra-powerful toolkit to handle the challenges, gracefully. The person you're caring for needs you. But you have needs, too. This life guide can help. YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO: Identify what's in your control, and make peace with what's not. Release pent-up emotions safely, so that you don't "lash out" at the person you love. Create a powerful self-care plan (essential, because your responsibilities can be so depleting). Find the "joy" and "dignity" in caregiving. And more!

Got a child on the way? Excited? Nervous? Overwhelmed... a little? Or a lot? Now's the time to get calm and prepared for the big event. This Life Guide can help. Inside this Guide, you'll find practical steps to help you prepare for the joyous (but sometimes stressful) experience of being a mom or dad. This Guide is ideal for first-time parents, and for parents who are expecting a new child and want to do things differently this time around. It can also help parents who want a quick reference guide and a refresher course. You'll learn how to: Manage your feelings and concerns, instead of bottling them up. Identify helpful (and not-so-helpful) parenting patterns already at work in you. Change unhelpful patterns now, so that you don't pass them onto your child. Uplift your self-talk. Communicate openly with your partner (if you have one) to get "on the same page" about parenting. Take practical steps to building a strong network of friends and allies, so that you're not going on this journey alone. Create a self-care plan. And more!

Feel like you're in a constant battle with your body, as time rolls by?Feel like career options are more limited, as an older person?Or that somehow, you're less "lovable" or "valuable," now that you've got a few wrinkles on your face?If so, know that it's possible to reframe what "growing older" means to you.Because growing older can mean… absolutely anything you want it to mean.Inside this Life Guide, you'll find tools to support you to shift how you feel about aging… so that you can release the negativity, and get back to enjoying life!YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO:Identify where your "stories" about aging came from.Decide what kind of "older person" you really want to be.Write a letter of gratitude to you body. (A powerful exercise, whether you are 30 or 103!)Take pride in your appearance and cultivate a personal style that you love whether that means playing with cosmetics, creams and "anti-aging products," or not.Refocus your attention on the kinds of experiences that bring you joy, and all of the pleasures yet to come instead of fretting about the time that's already "gone."And more!To be alive, at any age, is an exquisite miracle.Join the many people who have learned how to adopt a positive mindset about aging by following the steps in the life guide on AGING WITH GRACE, STRENGTH and SELF-LOVE, today! Approximate Size: 266 KB Approximate Page Length: 101 pages Paperback: Approximately 127 pagesThe Life Guide SeriesReviewsAt age 46 (8 years ago), my husband of 20 years, left me for a 22-year-old – claiming I was too old for his tastes. I've worked hard to push past all those self-loathing emotions but your Guide really helped at a much deeper level. I'm feeling the love!I have forgiven him but I realized I haven't forgiven myself. Hence, I just purchased your Forgiveness Guide. I'm eager to delve in! Thank you for your great work." Beth"I never thought I'd say it, but after reading this guide I can say, "I love my aging skin' and "I am not damaged goods." No more disgust and shame. Now I'm convinced that I don't need to be a photoshopped, skinny, flawless woman to be desirable. I am Me wise, beautiful, sexy. At any age, shape or size. Shelly"This book is a game changer. It prompted me to view aging with eagerness, instead of my usual apathy, and judgement about my physical looks. The exercises in the book were really helpful I learned a lot. Now, I know that every moment is worth living and should be treasured Iwhether you're 5 years old, 50 years old or older!!! Thank you for this new lease on life. DL, Amazon Reader Review"Learning how to love yourself and treat yourself kindly even when your life, career, body, and relationships aren't 'totally perfect'is one of the hardest things to do. Dr. Suzanne Gelb breaks down the art of self-love into practical steps. No woo-woo vagueness. Just easy-to-follow exercises pulled from her 28-year career in the field. If you're looking for practicality and effectiveness, these Life Guides are a steal of a deal."Susan Hyatt, Master Certified Life Coach, Published Author

Cheating. Betrayal. One big mistake. Or dozens of little white lies. Whatever they did? It hurt. And you're not sure you can ever forgive them. The problem is, the anger and sadness that you may be holding onto... isn't good for you. As difficult as it may seem, forgiving people who have hurt us is essential to our personal happiness and wellbeing. No matter what someone did, or how bad it hurt your heart, it is possible to learn to forgive. This guide can help you to begin that process. YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO: Understand how "grudges" are formed and why it's so important to let go. Repair your relationship with the one you've been hurt by (...if they want to try). Understand the role that you may have played in this betrayal or heartache, so that you can prevent the scenario from re-playing again, in the future. And more! Join the many people who begun the process of learning to forgive, by following the steps in How to Forgive the One Who Hurt You Most.

Child throwing a tantrum... again? Total chaos at bedtime? Your home doesn't have to be a battle zone. Learn the basics of positive discipline with tools and practices that you can use right away inside this guidebook on How To Get Your Kids To Cooperate. Your children need you to get equipped with some new tools and create peace at home. There's no "magic wand" that gets children to stop misbehaving. But the tips and tools inside this workbook might be the next best thing. Peace, quiet and tantrum-free dinners can be yours. Inside this Life Guide, you'll find steps to help you to gain your child's cooperation and build their confidence. You'll learn how to: Do a "time out" the right way. Set age-appropriate consequences for misbehavior. Handle a manipulative child who knows how to push your buttons. Hold a productive "family meeting." Calm your anger and frustration. Understand how your past can affect your parenting style. Begin to re-parent yourself and change unhelpful patterns. Make an effective parenting plan. And more! Includes fill-in-the-blank worksheets, scripts, and self-help exercises. Join the many (previously frustrated) parents who expanded their parenting toolbox and gained their child's cooperation, by following the steps in How To Get Your Kids To Cooperate today! Approximate Size: 272 KB Approximate Page Length: 93 pages Paperback: Approximately 123 pages The Life Guide Series

Is it the "cocky" tone in his voice? The peculiar smell coming from her cubicle? The fact that he's never, ever on time... even when it's important? Or maybe it's not just "one" person but everyone on the freeway right now! (Those *%^*%$! idiots!)Let's face it: some people can just drive us absolutely nuts! But no matter how "annoying" certain people may be... our emotions are our responsibility. We can learn how to keep our cool no matter what's going on around us.(It's a very "cool" skill to have!)INSIDE THIS GUIDE, YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO: Understand why you feel strong emotions towards certain people, but not others. Deal with annoying people and situations without blowing up, yelling, or doing something else you might regret. Create healthy outlets for your anger, so you can "let off steam" safely, in private. And more!

Nervous about getting back into the dating pool? Tired of attracting the wrong people? You can learn how to enjoy the dating adventure with this uplifting Life Guide by your side! Inside this guide, you'll find a series of steps and tools that can help you prepare for and build the loving, healthy relationship you deserve. YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO: Tame anxiety before a first date. Wisely discern if somebody is "right" for you. Identify your patterns that may have blocked love, in the past. Tactfully say, "I'm not interested." Gracefully handle rejection. And more! In the pages of the Life Guides you will find practical and proven processes to support you in living your great life. Whether it's heart-centered wisdom on navigating the dating world, love-based strategies for becoming a parent, or reaching your ideal weight through kindness, Dr. Gelb's Life Guides are gifts to be treasured." Dr. Gemma Stone, Psychologist" Dr. Gelb is a voice for real people in real life situations looking for help. Her guide for singles takes you through both the emotional preparation for getting yourself out there, as well as specific steps to tackle on-line dating, pre-date prep and rejection. In an easily digestible size, with clear language, this guide is the perfect companion for the single girl (or guy). Thank you Suzanne!" PK" Inspiring, very informative, and so helpful. The writing exercises in particular, are valuable for getting in touch with feelings and desires. Partner with this Guide to find your one-in-a-lifetime partner! I recommend this Guide to clients and to all my single friends!" AL "Learning how to love yourself and treat yourself kindly even when your life, career, body, and relationships aren't 'totally perfect' is one of the hardest things to do. Dr. Suzanne Gelb breaks down the art of self-love into practical steps. No woo-woo vagueness. Just easy-to-follow exercises pulled from her 28-year career in the field. If you're looking for practicality and effectiveness, these Life Guides are a steal of a deal." Susan Hyatt, Master Certified Life Coach, Published Author "Your guidebooks are gems." Alexandra Franzen, Author, Columnist and Communication Expert

Want a new job or career… but feeling "trapped" in a current line of work?Craving a new career... but afraid to make the leap?Now may be just the time to cut through the overwhelm and get the next chapter in motion. This Life Guide can help.Taking that first step can be scary, but you have more than enough strength to do it.Inside this Life Guide on How To Find Work That You Love, you'll find practical steps to inspire you to take those first few steps towards a more meaningful career.You'll learn how to: Uncover your true aspirations (they might not be what you think!) Discover your career desires and non-negotiable "dealbreakers." Step forward into work that reflects your deepest aspirations. Manage your emotions, deal with overwhelm, fear and job-hunt rejection, and stay positive, even when things aren't happening as fast as you'd like. Uplift your self-talk, build confidence and stop procrastinating using scripts and/or worksheets. And more!Join the many other people who have learned how to take those tough first few steps towards a more meaningful career by following the principles in How To Find Work That You Love, today!________________ Approximate Size: 262 KB Approximate Page Length: 117 pages Paperback: Approximately 117 pagesThe Life Guide Series________________Reviews"As a career and business strategist, I know that finding great work isn't always easy. It takes passion and patience. It's a marathon not a sprint! Having a terrific resume (or business plan) is just part of the process. You also need to get your mindset in a positive mode and get your emotions working for you, instead of against you.Dr. Gelb's Life Guide on "How to Find Work That You Love" is an indispensable road map to what is for many a grueling and challenging journey. Use this guide, and you'll have the tools that you need to move forward with confidence and grace." Ellen Fondiler, Career and Business Strategist"You know when people say, "Just visualize your job interviewer in her underwear… and no one will be able to tell how nervous you are?" Unfortunately, that's not quite true. As a former Human Resources consultant, I can tell you: you need to be clear, confident and self-assured at the hiring table, or you won't get the opportunity you want.Your next step? Dr. Suzanne Gelb's brilliant Life Guide on How To Find Work That You Love. (While you're at it, considering purchasing all twelve Life Guides. They're all gems!) You can have the career you want, but first, you have to learn how to manage your emotions so that you can make a terrific impression. Bravo to Dr. Gelb for creating these incredibly valuable and affordable guidebooks. I wish I could have given a copy to everyone I ever interviewed." Susan Harrow, Founder of PR Secrets, Bestselling Author"I wish I had read this book when I was in the job market. I'm not but I gave it to a friend who's looking to change careers. I especially like the author's approach to engage the reader by asking them questions and then encouraging them to write down their answers." Amazon Customer Review

Is your teen showing interest in dating and intimacy (sex)? Or already whirling down that path, full speed ahead? Are you worried your teen might make risky decisions with potentially life-changing consequences? For many parents, this isn't easy, but it's natural to want to try to positively influence your teen's attitudes about dating and sex... and help your teen become a safe and self-respecting young adult. Inside this Life Guide, you'll learn how to... Hold difficult (and potentially "awkward") conversations with your teen. Supervise your teen's dating activities (and why it's critical that you do so). Ensure online safety and keep your teen safe from inappropriate websites. Enforce age-appropriate consequences for lying or going out without permission. Teach your child the potentially life-changing power of saying "No." And more!

Intimacy and sex life in your relationship feeling "blah"?Feeling cold and resentful because of something your partner did, or didn't do, in the past?Can't remember the last time you felt turned on and tingly like when you first started dating?Before heading for divorce court, or having that big break-up talk…This could be the ideal time to read this Life Guide with your partner, and infuse some fresh energy into your relationship. (Love is always worth the effort.)INSIDE THIS LIFE GUIDE, YOU AND YOUR PARTNER CAN LEARN HOW TO: Share your feelings with each other openly and honestly. Identify what might be inhibiting the relationship and sex life you want. (The "real" issue may surprise both of you!) Create a written commitment to support a new and healthier relationship. Rekindle those tingly, sexy feelings with playful date-night activities. And more!Join the many people who have learned how to rekindle the "spark" in their relationships to grow and love again, by following the steps in How to Rekindle That Spark...& Create the Relationship & Intimacy That You Want, today!________________ Approximate Size: 267 KB Approximate Page Length: 118 pages Paperback: Approximately 116 pagesThe Life Guide Series________________Reviews"This Guide got us out of our relationship rut and helped us stir up the passion we felt early on in our relationship, and to remember why we fell in love in the first place. Thanks to the simple and do-able exercises, we have revived fun, play and touch in our relationship. Hand-holding and hugs used to be a thing of the past. No more!" J and E"Before working through this Guide, we were more like roommates who've lived together for years and the romance had gone. Thanks to this Guide we share much more affection and connection, and my lingerie is no longer collecting dust! We also more compassionate and kind to each other. And now we schedule time for each other even if it's for sex. We have to reserve this time, and we look forward to sharing an activity together." R and J"We were contemplating divorce. Then we thought we'd 'try one last time' … so we read your guide. Now? We're best friends again, off-the-top lovers, and totally recommitted.PS. We're not exaggerating. Dr. Gelb's Life Guide is amazing. It works!" M and N"Learning how to love yourself and treat yourself kindly even when your life, career, body, and relationships aren't 'totally perfect' is one of the hardest things to do. Dr. Suzanne Gelb breaks down the art of self-love into practical steps. No woo-woo vagueness. Just easy-to-follow exercises pulled from her 28-year career in the field. If you're looking for practicality and effectiveness, these Life Guides are a steal of a deal." Susan Hyatt, Master Certified Life Coach, Published Author"Your guidebooks are gems." Alexandra Franzen, Author, Columnist and Communication Expert