Gill Hasson

A series of beautifully illustrated books that helps children understand their emotions and how different aspects of behaviour can affect them, giving practical guidance on how to gain control and feel happier.

A series of beautifully illustrated books that helps children understand their emotions and how different aspects of behaviour can affect them, giving practical guidance on how to gain control and feel happier

A series of beautifully illustrated books that helps children understand their emotions and how different aspects of behaviour can affect them, giving practical guidance on how to gain control and feel happier

Develop balance and harmony in all areas of life through mindfulness The second edition of the Mindfulness Pocketbook: Little Exercises for a Calmer Life brings you exercises and practices to achieve greater balance and harmony in all areas of your life. You'll find new ideas for enjoying nature, being mindful at work, staying physically active, and encouraging creativity. With this book, you can discover how mindfulness opens you up to new ideas and fresh ways of doing things. You'll have a new approach to reducing stress and increasing your enjoyment. This revised edition of the bestselling Mindfulness Pocketbook shares guidance on new paths to living more harmoniously. Be mindful in the outdoors, communing with natureUse mindful techniques to enhance creativityPractice mindful physical activity for a healthy body and mindAdd mindfulness to your workday The new section in this pocketbook edition encourages you to treat yourself to small pleasures, learn a new skill, and take time for relaxation and holidays. A calmer, more balanced life is closer than you think!

Supportive advice to help kids cope with shyness. All kids feel shy at times. They might not know what to do or what to say. Or it might take them a while to warm up to people. This picture book helps children overcome shyness with manageable strategies: Plan ahead for parties by practicing what to say or do Invite a friend home to practice with just one person instead of a group Join an activity, team, or club, and ask a friend to join too Build up courage through positive self-talk It's okay for kids to feel shy. It often means they are good at observing others and thinking things through before acting. And sometimes kids just want to be on their own for a while. But with these tools, kids can learn to be more confident and comfortable around other children and adults. A section at the back of the book provides additional activity ideas for children and has a note to adults about how to support kids who are shy. Kids Can Cope Series These inviting picture books offer children a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice--plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book--the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges.

These friendly and reassuring picture books help kids cope with challenges in healthy ways. Jealousy can sometimes feel like having a green-eyed monster inside. Kids need effective strategies to understand the feeling and let go of their jealousy. This picture book on how to deal with jealousy acknowledges that jealousy is a common and natural human emotion, and goes on to provide practical tools to help kids, such as: Get help with your feelings and talk to a grownup or friend Think helpful thoughts by focusing on what you can do Work toward getting what you want Practice gratitude for what you do have Children will learn what jealousy is, how it feels, how it impacts others, and how to handle being the target of jealousy. At the back of the book, kids will find a special section with additional activities to manage jealousy. Also included is a note to adults with advice on helping children recognize jealousy and find positive ways to deal with their feelings. These inviting picture books offer kids a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice--plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book--the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges. Kids Can Cope Series These inviting picture books offer children a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice--plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book--the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges.

***HIGHLY COMMENDED - HR & MANAGEMENT - BUSINESS BOOK AWARDS 2021*** Provides guidance for both employers and staff on promoting positive mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health in the workplace The importance of good mental health and wellbeing in the workplace is a subject of increased public awareness and governmental attention. The Department of Health advises that one in four people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Although a number of recent developments and initiatives have raised the profile of this crucial issue, employers are experiencing challenges in promoting the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace contains expert guidance for improving mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health. This comprehensive book addresses the range of issues surrounding mental health and wellbeing in work environments – providing all involved with informative and practical assistance. Authors Gill Hasson and Donna Butler examine changing workplace environment for improved wellbeing, shifting employer and employee attitudes on mental health, possible solutions to current and future challenges and more. Detailed, real-world case studies illustrate a variety of associated concerns from both employer and employee perspectives. This important guide: Explains why understanding mental health important and its impact on businesses and employeesDiscusses why and how to promote mental health in the workplace and the importance of having an effective 'wellbeing strategy'Provides guidance on managing staff experiencing mental ill healthAddresses dealing with employee stress and anxietyFeatures resources for further support if experiencing mental health issues Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace is a valuable resource for those in the workplace wanting to look after their physical and mental wellbeing, and those looking for guidance in managing staff with mental health issues.

Whether it's what children can do or what they can't do, the way they look or the way they speak, what they like or dislike, teasing can be over just about everything and anything. When someone's teasing, they might say 'I'm only joking!' or 'It's just a bit of fun!'. But teasing can be terribly upsetting and frustrating. As well as suggesting ways for children to deal with being teased, Stop Teasing! examines how easily teasing can turn into meanness and even bullying, and how to tell when the teasing needs to stop. This book suggests what a child can do if they're being teased, it suggests what children can do if they see someone else being teased, and it talks to the child who might be teasing others.

Being scared or afraid is a feeling that everyone has. Sometimes the things that scare children are real; things like spiders and snakes, thunder and lightning. Sometimes the things children get scared about are not real - things like monsters; they're not real but the fear of them is real. Face Your Fears understands how and why children get scared. It helps children learn to manage and overcome their fears. It explains how they can make a plan and take steps towards doing something that scares them until they can do the thing they're afraid of and hardly be scared at all. Face Your Fears gives children solutions that really work. With this book, children can learn how to keep their fears in perspective and feel safe and happier.

Supportive advice to help kids who are dealing with teasing -- or who realize they sometimes tease others Teasing can be embarrassing or upsetting. Kids need supportive advice for dealing with teasing--or for knowing when they should stop teasing someone else. Turn Away from Teasing gently acknowledges how it feels to be teased and provides practical tools to help kids, such as: Say you don't like being teased and tell the person teasing you to stopStand up for yourself if the teasing doesn't stopPractice what you will say so the words come easily to you Children will learn how to talk about being teased with a trusted adult and when to get help. Included is an explanation about when teasing turns to bullying, what children can do when they see someone being teased or bullied, and what to do when they realize they tease others. At the back of the book, kids will find a special section with additional ideas and activities for dealing with teasing. Also included is a note to adults with advice on helping children understand and use the tools and methods from the book. Kids Can Cope Series These inviting picture books offer kids a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice--plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book--the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges.

Learn how to improve and maintain your health and wellbeing with a practical and achievable self-care guide Are you looking after yourself? For so for many of us, with so much to do and think about, self care - taking care of our mental, emotional and physical health and wellbeing - often falls by the wayside. The Self-Care Handbook equips you to make positive, helpful choices for incorporating self-care into your life. It explains how to take responsibility for your own wellbeing and provides ideas and practical advice on how you can better look after yourself. Bestselling author Gill Hasson shows you how to develop the mindset, routines and habits that can protect, maintain and improve your health and wellbeing. The Handbook presents straightforward approaches that can help you feel good about yourself, manage stress and anxiety, achieve a work-life balance, increase your physical health and much more. This book will help you: Encourage a positive, healthy relationship with yourself and strengthen your wellbeingUnderstand and implement the factors that can protect, maintain and improve your mental and physical health and wellbeingManage overwhelm and simplify a busy lifeKnow how best to relax, switch off and enjoy yourselfLook after yourself when you’re going through difficulties, setbacks or a crisis The Self-Care Handbook is an important resource for anyone wishing to integrate healthy behaviours and activities and look after their physical and mental wellbeing.

When things don't go right. When it's not fair. When someone doesn't do what they promised they would. Losing or breaking something, being scared or hurt. Not understanding or being able to make something work. Any of these things can trigger anger in children. In response, they may scream, shout, or lash out. This book helps children learn how to deal with their anger. It explains how and why we get angry, and why we think, feel and do the things we do when we're angry. It explains how children can use up their angry energy safely, in ways that don't hurt anyone or make things worse. Take Charge of Anger understands what's going on for an angry child. It suggests ways in which a child can learn to manage their anger and get help if they need it. With this book, children can learn solutions that really work so that they feel less overwhelmed and upset and more in control. Each book in the 'Kids Can Cope' series is backed up with practical activities for the child to complete and discuss, consolidating and personalising learning, plus extra notes for parents or teachers. Supports PSHE teaching in the National Curriculum, and encourages both self development and empathy for others, while fostering resilience and giving advice on how to seek help.

DescriptionBullying and burglars. Being laughed at and being left alone. Accidents, illness, family break-up and moving home. Tests at school, changing school. And monsters under the bed. This book helps children learn how to deal with real and imagined worries. It explains what worry is and where it comes from. It explains how and why worries make people think and feel the way they do. Put Your Worries Away understands what is in a worrier's head and body. It suggests ways in which a child can learn to overcome anxiety. With this book, children can learn solutions that really work so that they feel more in control, able to engage with their lives and keep their worries in perspective. Each book in the 'Kids Can Cope' series is backed up with practical activities for the child to complete and discuss, consolidating and personalising learning, plus extra notes for parents or teachers. Supports PSHE teaching in the National Curriculum, and encourages both self development and empathy for others, while fostering resilience and giving advice on how to seek help.

Communicate more easily and effectively in any situation! Every day, you have the opportunity to interact with people in different areas of your life; in public, at work and at home, with colleagues and clients, with friends and family. Your ability to exchange ideas and opinions with other people, understand their thoughts and feelings, their point of view and solve problems between you depends on how effectively you’re able to communicate. But being understood, and understanding others is not always easy! Communication is a dynamic, complex process, influenced by all the complexities and differences in human motivation and behaviour. Communication: How to Connect with Anyone will help you connect with others, build friendships and develop better relationships with colleagues and clients, friends and family. This engaging, practical guide shares everything you need to know to develop empathy and rapport with others, and feel confident about communicating with a diverse range of people. This book will help you: Identify, understand and overcome the barriers to communicationExplain yourself clearly and be able to manage other people’s responses – whatever they areKnow what to say to get others to open up to youLearn how to read between the lines and get a better insight into how others feel, what they do and don’t wantLearn how to persuade and influence others Communication: How to Connect with Anyone is a valuable guide for anyone who wishes to communicate effectively, clearly and successfully in all aspects of life.

A gentle and supportive guide to help children cope with worry and anxiety. All children worry sometimes, and they often need help learning how to deal with anxiety. In this encouraging picture book, readers learn ways to help themselves when they feel anxious, nervous, or fearful. Strategies for how to calm down and cope with worries are clearly explained, from breathing exercises and playing with friends to seeking help from an adult. Accompanying the text are gentle illustrations featuring diverse children in a variety of situations. Readers will enjoy seeing kids their own age working to overcome challenges and deal with nervousness, worry, and other difficult feelings in healthy ways. At the back of the book, kids will find a special section with additional ideas and activities they can use to deal with worrying thoughts. Also included at the end of the book is a note to caregivers with advice on helping children understand and use the tools and methods from the book. Kids Can Cope Series These inviting picture books offer children a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice—plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book—the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges.

Kid-friendly advice to help kids cope with anger and cool down. Everyone gets angry, including kids. But when anger strikes, it can often feel overwhelming and hard to control. In this picture book, readers find ways to manage their emotions and feel calmer. Strategies for cooling down and coping with anger are clearly explained, from using breathing exercises and doing an “angry dance” to seeking help from trusted and caring adults. Paired with the text are friendly and reassuring illustrations featuring diverse children in a variety of situations. Readers will enjoy seeing kids their own age as they learn how to deal with anger in healthy ways. At the back of the book, kids will find a special section with additional ideas and activities they can use to deal with angry feelings and thoughts. Also included at the end of the book is a note to caregivers with advice on helping children understand and use the tools and methods from the book. Kids Can Cope Series These inviting picture books offer children a wide range of practical strategies they can use to cope with difficult feelings and situations, such as anger, worry, teasing, and jealousy. With gentle humor, charming illustrations, and kid-friendly advice—plus additional information for children and adults at the back of each book—the Kids Can Cope series gives kids the tools they need to face challenges.

The perfect introduction to mindfulness, with an explanation of how it works, inspirational quotations and practical exercises for every day. Mindfulnessness is a practical, easy way to find peace in today's frantic world. You don't need a mat or a special room or to go on a retreat. You can work it into your daily routine – even at your desk. Mindfulness is about intensely living in the moment – being aware of your sensations, your thoughts and feelings and the world around you. It's like taking a holiday from your stresses and worries, helping to refresh you and give you a new perspective on what has been troubling you. This little book is a perfect introduction to mindfulness, with an explanation of how it works, inspirational quotations and practical 10-minute exercises for every day. There are attractive illustrations throughout to make it a perfect gift for yourself and others.

Productivity Is Personal! When it comes to your own productivity, the smartest thing you can do is to learn what works best for you. Personal development author Gill Hasson helps you to discover how to manage your time and get things done with less stress and more efficiency. Being productive involves finding your own rhythm and getting things done in a way that works best for you; according to your circumstances, your skills and abilities and the time, energy and resources you have. Productivity helps you to identify what might currently be getting in the way of you being more productive. It has plenty of ideas and suggestions, tips and techniques to help you get organised and be more productive. Develop a personal productivity mindsetIdentify your optimum times of dayPlan your time purposefullyManage difficulties and setbacks Rather than work harder, work smarter. This book shows you how!

Think your way to a more positive life Positive thinking is an approach and a set of skills that we can all learn. But it’s not just about how and what you think; you've got to do something! In a range of situations, positive thinking needs to be followed by positive action. The good news is that whatever life has thrown at you in the past and whatever is you want to achieve in the future, the Positive Thinking Pocketbook will help you think and behave more positively. Inside, you’ll find out how to use tips, techniques and advice on creating a positive mindset and developing your positive thinking. Next, you'll find out how to apply that positive thinking to a range of potentially difficult situations. Little approachable exercises make it easy to get startedFull of scenarios, ideas, advice, tips and techniquesLearn how to overcome negative thinking, get motivated and stay motivatedDiscover how to make positive thinking a habit Whenever you want a shot of positivity, simply pick out a few ideas, tips and techniques that appeal to you and give them a try!