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Find Joy in a Busy World by Practicing Patience"This book is a true gift to the world. It's insightful and full of calm, helpful wisdom." —Richard Carlson, author of Don't Sweat the Small Stuff
Bestselling author M.J. Ryan details just what living with patience can bring to our lives and how it can change us for the better.
Take a deeper look at an old-fashioned quality. We've all heard the phrase, "Patience is a virtue," and doubtless responded with a sigh, as usually it's spoken with a tone of reproach. But this virtue carries with it a wealth of wisdom that can actually help us find happiness in our day-to-day life.
Slow the rush. Things move at a quick pace in our society, in both our work lives and social lives. Not only are we forced to keep up, but we have been conditioned to expect instant gratification. Because of this, we find ourselves getting flustered by the smallest setbacks or hold ups--whether it's a slow server at a restaurant or rush-hour traffic. Ryan shares how patience is the very antidote to the stress of our fast-paced lifestyle.
Reclaim your priorities. By reining in our aggravation when things don't happen instantaneously, we give ourselves time to breathe and think more clearly. We make better use of our days and allow ourselves to make decisions based on how they align with our priorities, instead of focusing on how fast we can get tasks done. With M.J. Ryan's help, we can learn to foster a patient outlook and find joy and fulfillment in the present moment.
M.J. Ryan's book is a fulfilling and beneficial self-care gift for women and men that provides:
Straightforward, believable instructions for developing a habit of patience
A source of stress-relief and guide to happier living
Ways to find peaceful moments amidst the hustle and bustle that each day brings
Readers of Present Over Perfect, When Less Becomes More, The Joy of Missing Out, or Stillness is Key will love M.J. Ryan's The Power of Patience.
Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: How This Old-Fashioned Virtue Can Improve Your LifeStick-to-It-Ness: The Power of Persistence
No Reason to Stress: The Power of Serenity
That's OK: The Power of Acceptance
Chapter 2: Patience's GiftsPatience Creates Excellence
Patience Brings Us into Harmony with the Cycles of Nature
Patience Helps Us Make Better Decisions
Patience Connects Us to Hope
Patience Helps Us Live Longer and More Stress-Free
Patience Helps Us Waste Less Time, Energy, and Money
Patience Gets Us More of What We Want
Patience Guards the Door to Anger
Patience Gives Us Greater Tolerance and Empathy
Patience Helps Us Have Happier Love Relationships
Patience Makes Us Better Parents
Patience Teaches the Power of Receptivity
Patience Is the Heart of Civility
Patience Grows Our Souls
Chapter 3: The Attitudes of PatienceI'm Still Learning
Patience Is a Decision
This Too Shall Pass
The Screws Are Just as Important as the Wings
Waiting Is Part of Being Alive
It's Better to Work At It Than to Buy Your Way Out of It
Where Are You Hurrying To?
Boredom Is All in Our Heads
Remember Rule Number Six
Tuning Out Is as Important as Tuning In
What Does This Matter in the Larger Scheme of Things?
People Are Only Human
Some Things Are Worth Waiting For
It Will Work Out
It Takes as Long as It Takes
There's More Than One Right Way
Welcome, Teachers of Patience
Enough Is Enough
Be Here Now
Chapter 4: The Practices of PatienceTell Yourself the Truth About Where You Are Right Now
Tune In to Yourself in the Morning
When Am I Patient? Let Me Count the Ways
Know Your Impatience Triggers
Learn Your Early-Warning Signs
Take a Breather
Climb Down to the Base of the Tree
Road Sage, Not Road Rage
Issue a Storm Warning to Children
Tap Into Your Inner Wisdom
Keep Your Blood Sugar Level Up
Reframe the Situation
Find Something Else to Do
Practice with Aging Parents and Other Elders
Respond from Your Heart
Tell Yourself You Have All the Time You Need
Do a Risk Analysis
Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
Underwhelm Yourself
Ask Yourself: Is This Thing Still Flying?
Chapter 5: Twenty Simple Patience BoostersChapter 6: Above All, Be Merciful with YourselfMy Thanks
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