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Conscious Calm: Keys to Freedom from Stress and Worry Paperback – October 26, 2011

by Laura Maciuika (Author)

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Ready to transform stress and worry for good? When you are stressed and worried, looking for lasting stress relief can be overwhelming. There is so much information it's hard to know where to start and what to do. Conscious Calm makes it simple. This book focuses on the internal patterns of stress that often go unnoticed, and shows you how to undo those patterns so that lasting calm becomes possible. Conscious Calm reveals 9 Stress Secrets that can keep you stuck in stress, and 9 Conscious Calm Keys to experiencing stress relief and peace of mind. Integrating science and wisdom from both East and West, Conscious Calm uncovers the inner stress traps that we fall into, and provides a clear, step by step guide to transforming stress into lasting calm, inner peace and greater happiness. TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction:What this book is and is not aboutHow to get the most out of this bookChapter 1: Stress and Worry: Outside and Inside Stress, or How did we get so good at this?Chapter 2: Autopilot and Motor Mind: What you don't know can run youChapter 3: Hit the Pause Button on Motor Mind: Reclaiming inner choiceChapter 4: An Ally of Conscious Calm: Adding to your inner tool kitChapter 5: Being Breaks: From Doing back to BeingChapter 6: The Personal Power 180: Redirecting internal energy Chapter 7: Where Emotions Come In: What are emotions for, anyway?Chapter 8: Working with Emotions: Expanding your comfort zoneChapter 9: Static in our Internal Guidance System: Stress and distorted informationChapter 10: Clearing the Static, Part I: Coming back to centerChapter 11: Clearing the Static, Part II: A stress-busting power toolChapter 12: Walking the Path: Daily steps to nourish calmResourcesAbout the AuthorAcknowledgmentsNotesIndex

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"With stress levels spiking everywhere, this refreshingly accessible DIY plan produces results and will not add to overwhelming to-do lists." - Publishers Weekly

"...Conscious Calm ... gives us a simple, clear roadmap to transform stress, reclaim our energy and power, and experience more calm...We should all keep a copy close at hand. I will."
- Rev. angel Kyodo williams, author of Being Black: Zen and the Art of Living with Fearlessness and Grace.

"Conscious Calm distills an amazing breadth of information into a readable, practical mini-manual. This is the must-read book if you want to bust stress and experience lasting calm and peace in your life."
- Marci Shimoff, NY Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason and Love for No Reason.

"Dr. Maciuika presents a complete, helpful program that is geared for success. ... Conscious Calm offers a dynamic learning package that maximizes opportunities for permanent change."- Maggie Phillips, Ph.D., author of Reversing Chronic Pain, Finding the Energy to Heal, and Freedom from Pain.

"Integrating Eastern wisdom with Western science, this book gives you step by step, clearly explained procedures to rid yourself of stress...This book is a must read for everyone and essential to those in the helping professions..."
- Cloé Madanes, author of Relationship Breakthrough and Strategic Family Therapy

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Are you ready to transform stress and worry for good?In Conscious Calm you will discover... ... how to win the inner game of stress relief to experience greater happiness ... the real reason stress management can feel overwhelming, and what really works ... 5 stress-busting techniques you can do any time to feel centered fast ... 9 Stress Secrets to free you from hidden stress traps for good ... 9 Keys to Conscious Calm, so you can finally feel lasting inner peace

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tap Into Freedom Publishing (October 26, 2011)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 180 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1937749029
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1937749026
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.9 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.38 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #5,443,740 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #19,337 in Stress Management Self-Help
- #38,615 in Happiness Self-Help

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Dr. Laura Maciuika is a clinical psychologist by training and a transformation mentor in practice. She was raised in Connecticut by Lithuanian parents, speaking Lithuanian at home and going to "Lith School" on Saturdays. This began her bridging of world views and cultures, which became Laura's passion and joy both personally and professionally. She has over twenty years of experience facilitating people's growth,healing and breakthroughs in settings from community mental health, to graduate schools, to workshops and trainings in the U.S. and abroad. Laura teaches and writes about practical ways to develop inner freedom for greater happiness and success. She switched coasts in 2004 and currently lives in northern California.

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Patricia

Simple but Excellent techniques for acquiring inner calm

Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2014

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I first got this book as a discounted eBook for my Kindle but found it so helpful I also ordered the paperback so I can share it. Even if you are so foolish as to not try the techniques, you will always look differently at how your mind functions - the endless chatter that we think we have no control over. I read it all the way through during a tense time and tried many of the techniques and they were quite helpful. Now am on my second reading, taking it much more slowly and trying for another level of understanding. The techniques (mostly of awareness) are very easy. In addition, there is one chapter on "tapping" which is another technique which the reader may or may not want to try - the author just offers it as a helpful alternative. I looked this technique up on the internet and it is intriguing - I hope to pursue it further.

One of the biggest insights is how we always look either to the past or the future, instead of the now. Those of us inclined to question the past, go over and over something that happened and build up a dramatic story line on how it could have been different. Those of us with anxiety about the future, build up dramatic story lines about what might possibly happen. And we are not aware we are doing this. This book will definitely help you to see what your mind is doing and it is a very profound insight. Then it gives you techniques to use to change your inner thinking. It can really be a life altering book. I highly recommend it and I will recommend it to many friends.

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Christine Rice

An interesting and helpful book about how to decrease your stress

Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2013

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"Conscious Calm" by Laura Maciuika is a self-help book that explains how to reduce stress. Most people think stress is caused by outside circumstances. While that is partly true, how your mind reacts to those stressors is what causes the feeling of stress. Therefore, stress is mostly internal. This book teaches you how to internally manage stress so that it becomes less overpowering and so that you are better able to deal with life's unavoidable stressors.

This book explains how to have more control of your thoughts and emotions so that you can reduce your stress level when it begins to rise. To gain power over your mind takes certain skills, and this book teaches them to you.

First, the book provides an explanation of exactly what stress is. Then each chapter explains methods for gaining an awareness of your stress and decreasing it. Each chapter builds upon the one before. There are exercises at the end of the chapters that will help you evaluate your life based on the chapter topics.

This book provides valuable techniques that anyone can learn and do well to lower the stress they feel. It is a well-written and organized book. It is practical and resourceful, because there are actual remedies for getting to the source of the stress and expelling it. The last chapter helps you to begin to implement the conscious calm techniques in your life.

This is a deep book that deals with the root problem of stress. If you are seeking a true solution to the anxiety and stress you feel, you will benefit from this book and will enjoy the reading.

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STEPHEN P CORETTI

Good information but.....

Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2013

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A lot in this book is repeated over and over. This may be a good thing since it reinforces the concepts of being calm and not letting your mind take over your body with constant worry. Could be a bit better organized, but not a bad read.

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A good take on mindfulness

Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2013

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Some interesting thoughts on mindfulness. I especially like the idea of thought vectors. The discussion of breathing is helpful, and the overall outline is well thought out. A useful book which I will return to.

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Paul Brazdzionis

Practical, concise and effective

Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2013

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I'm rating this book 5 stars because it provides practical information and methods that address stress, worry and anxiety very effectively. I like that the book is based on solid research and proved techniques. It is differentiated from other books on the topic by virtue of being concise and practical. I also like that it is very easy to understand the information and then to apply the exercises that address issues like "motor mind", and how to process stressful emotions.

The techniques are simple and very effective. I have personally incorporated "being breaks" into my daily routine. I have also for the first time understood how to breath in order to bring about relaxation. I am no longer confused by the term "just breath".

I also like that Dr. Maciuika avoids overloaded terms like "meditation". Dr. Maciuika gets 5 stars for just keeping it simple and practical.

I read the hard copy version of Conscious Calm when it first came out, and applied the techniques immediately. I'm happy to also have the book on Kindle because now I can reference it quickly almost anywhere. I feel over the months I have applied the techniques, I have become more self-aware and more in control of emotions and thoughts that lead to stress, worry and anxiety. I'm confident taking actions recommended in this book will yield positive results for others as they did for me.

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Jennysmom

What a great book!

Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2012

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Conscious Calm is easy to read and yet profound in the concepts that it teaches. The author explains common, yet confusing, mental habits in uncomplicated language and offers simple, effective exercises that, when practiced, help the reader move from "doing" to "being" and from "stress" to "calm". The ideas and exercises explored and explained in this book are invaluable for anyone who is interested in living a life that is more balanced, peaceful, and self-aware. What a great book to offset these chaotic times! Conscious Calm: Keys to Freedom From Stress and Worry

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Clear Easy to Follow Techniques to Remove Stress

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 25, 2013

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Conscious Calm is like a cool breeze on a hot summer day. It gives you clear instructions on how to take control of your motor mind and to still the stress that is so many of us suffer from. Each chapter is well written and full of useful information and each chapter ends with a tip for you to follow to help you towards that conscious calm.

If you feel stressed or if work or life in general are getting on top of you pick up this book and change your life from chapter one.

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madispiacha

Very Informative and Helpful Book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 6, 2013

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This is a well written and informative book on one of the biggest problems people in the modern world suffer from: stress. Filled with succinct secrets about stress and keys to help get you to calm. Each chapter also finishes with an exercise which you are encouraged to actually do. (you get a free Try This Action Sheet with the book)

If stress is a problem in your life then read this intelligent guide to help you relax more and gain the freedom from worry that you have been looking for.

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Three Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2015

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 8, 2015

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Mariap

I have battled with unexpected stress all my life, ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2015

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I have battled with unexpected stress all my life, read so many books on it. Get this one and read it slowly and you will gain a confidence
and very simple methods to keep it under control. Take heart!! Help is on its way.
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