Barb Ryan, founder of Wisdom Sister Studio, near Minneapolis, delivers a supremely helpful and simple guide to mindfulness practices, Sacred Self: Simple Tools for Self Support. This accessible guide to 11 simple mindfulness practices is a perfect holiday gift for those seeking to cultivate a centered presence. 

She also includes six practices she calls “One-Hit Wonders” to be used when anxiety hits with a sudden vengeance. She includes an applications guide that highlights common scenarios and the best practices to use in those situations. It’s a simple and powerful guide. 

One reader says, “Each evening, I randomly choose a practice to use as a calmer before bed. I’m learning the ones that suit me best and sleeping better.” One of her clients bought multiple copies to share with family and friends. She says, “Barb has shared these practices with me over the years, and I’ve had success using them. I can’t always remember what I know, so having them condensed in a single book is a huge help.” 

The book can be purchased on Amazon; go to Amazon.com and type Sacred Self: Simple Tools for Self Support into the search bar.