In My Kete

This feature includes book reviews done by MHF staff, mental health professionals, teachers, parents, counsellors and individuals.

Even under pressure: Simple ways to enhance your resilience for adversity and turbulent times

Book Reviews, 17 Aug 16
A guidebook to using mindfulness to improve resilience and coping skills
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10 Keys to happier living: A practical handbook for happiness

Book Reviews, 10 Aug 16
A guidebook that shows how anyone can unlock the secret to a happier life and take action to make it reality
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The happiness track: How to apply the science of happiness to accelerate your success

Book Reviews, 22 Jun 16
Happiness is the key to success - not the other way round
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Am I depressed and what can I do about It?

Book Reviews, 15 Jun 16
A guidebook for young people and their whanau/families with advice and practical strategies using CBT
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The marshmallow test: Understanding self-control and how to master it

Book Reviews, 8 Jun 16
Research into self-control, how it is related to life success, and how you can improve yours
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Eight keys to mental health through exercise

Book Reviews, 1 Jun 16
Comprehensive guide to incorporating exercise into your experience of living with mental illness
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Stuff that sucks: Accepting what you can't change and committing to what you can

Book Reviews, 18 May 16
Guide for young people to learn how to think about the hard things in life
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Better than before: Mastering the habits of our everyday lives

Book Reviews, 20 Apr 16
A guide to making habits that lead to wellbeing
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The Upside of Stress: Why stress is good for you, and how to get good at it

Book Reviews, 30 Mar 16
Psychologist McGonigal offers a surprising new view of stress, revealing the upside of stress and how to capitalise on its benefits
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The CBT Art Activity Book: 100 illustrated handouts for creative therapeutic work

Book Reviews, 23 Mar 16
Colouring activities accompanied by tailored worksheets to aid in the work of self-reflection in CBT therapy
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Parenting OCD: Down to earth advice from one parent to another

Book Reviews, 16 Mar 16
Honest reflections on a parent’s experience and practical advice for families who experience OCD
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Super Better

Book Reviews, 2 Mar 16
A revolutionary approach to getting stronger, happier, braver and more resilient - powered by the science of games
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