Mindfulness enables us to be here in the present, not lost in destructive thought; to cultivate calm and joy. This essential book provides straightforward advice, from formal meditation sessions and routines, to a wide range of easy techniques to make part of everyday life. This is the no-nonsense route to a peaceful, effective and happier life. Now, more than ever, there is a need for mindfulness, as this world and our lives only seem to get busier, more anxious and more stressful. Mindfulness is an invaluable practice that we can all incorporate into our everyday lives – enabling us to be here in the present, to focus on what we're doing right now; to have self-awareness, but not to be lost in destructive thought. And it can be done in smart and simple ways. This invaluable book is essential for those who want to learn to access this ability that we all possess, to cultivate calm and joy in today's busy world. Wellbeing expert Annika Rose provides straightforward advice, science and strategies – from formal meditation sessions and routines to a wide range of techniques for mindful living, walking, sleeping, eating and working. With step-by-step guidance and inspirational wisdom, this is the no-nonsense route to a more peaceful, effective and kinder life. AUTHOR: Annika Rose is a wellbeing scientist and mindfulness teacher with two degrees in psychology. As founder of The Wellbeing Collective, she brings the science of thriving to life in smart and simple ways as a speaker, teacher and writer. Since publishing her world-first mindfulness research, Annika has presented her work at international conferences in the USA, Europe and Australia. Annika enjoys pioneering new pathways to wellbeing and mindful living in the modern world, empowering people to create more calm and joy, and to thrive in life and work. SELLING POINTS: . Routines to help our busy lives . Perfect for work, family and study . Written by an expert in the field . Helpful background and practical information . Easy-to-use ringbound format 150 illustrations