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Our library features films and videos, books, talks, podcasts, apps, quotes, websites, concepts, and artwork. We hope it will inspire and benefit you.
FILMS AND VIDEOS

FILMS AND VIDEOS

Film Netflix: The Mind Explained

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The Power of Patience – Talk with Dr. Rick Hanson

Hanson, R. (2025).

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Professor Paul Gilbert: Attachment Theory, Compassion and the Nervous System

Professor Paul Gilbert on Attachment Theory, Compassion and the Nervous System

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BOOKS

BOOKS

Attention

Attention
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MindfulnessWell Being

Dunkley, C. and Stanton, M. (2017). Using Mindfulness Skills in Everyday Life: A Practical Guide. Routledge.

Attention

Gallagher, W. (2009). Rapt: Attention and the Focused Life. Penguin Books.

Gazzaley, A. & Rosen, L. (2016). The Distracted Mind: Ancient Brains in a High Tech World. MIT Press.

Attention Deficit

Mate, G. (2019). Scattered Minds: The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder. Vermilion.

Hallowell, E. and Ratey, J. (1994). Driven to Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder. Anchor Books.

PODCASTS

PODCASTS

APPS

QUOTES

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"In a vast and indifferent universe, our best respite and consolation lie in the sincere connections we can make with other fragile humans. "
Alain de Botton

WEBSITES

Dr. Tara Brach

Dr. Brach is a clinical psychologist and leading voice on emotional healing and spiritual awakening through mindful loving awareness. She also addresses the alleviation of suffering in the larger world by practicing compassion in action. In addition to numerous articles, videos, and hundreds of recorded talks, Tara is the author of Radical Acceptance, True Refuge, Radical Compassion, and Trusting the Gold.

Well Being

Dr. Brene Brown

Dr. Brown has spent the last two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. She is the author of six New York Times bestsellers and hosts two podcasts. She believes that you have to walk through vulnerability to get to courage.

CONCEPTS

Emotions that Interfere With Connection:

Intolerance

Impatience

Envy

Jealousy

Greed

Judgment

Gossip

Resentment

TALKS

FICTION

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