How to Stop Scrolling Through Your Life and Start Living It
You’re not broken. You’re overstimulated.
How to Stop Scrolling Through Your Life and Start Living It
You’re not broken. You’re overstimulated.
Personal Development / Self-Help
Somatic Healing / Mind-Body Wellness
Trauma-Informed Personal Growth
Date Published: April 25, 2026
In You’re Not the Problem: You’re the Possibility, you’ll learn:
About the Author
My work centers around a simple but powerful idea: many of the patterns people struggle with are not evidence that something is wrong with them. They are adaptations created by a nervous system that has been trying to help them survive stress, pressure, and difficult experiences.
I am a somatic healing practitioner and the creator of the Freedom Formula, a framework that helps people move out of survival mode and into a life that reflects who they are. My work blends nervous system science, somatic practices, emotional processing, and mindset work to help people understand why they feel stuck and what it truly takes to create lasting change.
Before stepping into this work, I earned my law degree from Harvard Law School and spent years in high-performing environments where discipline and achievement were highly valued. From the outside, my life looked successful. Inside, I was quietly struggling with many of the same patterns my clients now describe: chronic stress, emotional eating, anxiety, and the exhausting habit of showing up for everyone else while ignoring my own needs.
Understanding the role of the nervous system changed the way I approached those patterns. Instead of seeing them as failures, I began to see them as intelligent adaptations. That realization not only transformed my own life, it became the foundation of the work I now share with others.
For more than sixteen years I have helped people understand their patterns with compassion, reconnect with their inner guidance, and build lives that feel meaningful, aligned, and sustainable. My book, You’re Not the Problem, grew out of that work and out of a deep desire to help more people experience the relief that comes from realizing they are not broken.
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The Framework for Discovering Your Purpose, Actualizing Your Vision, and Amplifying Your Impact
Business / Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Help
Date Published: April 28, 2026
* Spark Your Purpose: Uncover what truly drives you and articulate a personal vision that provides direction and meaning.
* Actualize Your Vision: Move from idea to reality with actionable strategies that build confidence, develop essential skills, and create tangible results.
* Influence Your World: Learn to steward your resources―time, energy, and relationships―to create a lasting, positive impact and build a meaningful legacy.
Design Your Good Life is a must-read for anyone looking for a more purposeful existence. Whether you're a professional seeking balance, an innovator aiming for impact, or an individual craving meaningful change, this book is your guide to achieving the life you've always dreamed of.
About the Author
Charles is regularly being invited to advise and speak on topics including strategic clarity, creative execution, leading innovation, design-thinking, brand strategy, executive presence, and DEI. Executive leaders from brands including Toyota, Wells Fargo, Google, TOMS, NBCUniversal, WME, Caterpillar, Sequoia Capital, Vanguard Financial, ONE Campaign, (RED), Reform Alliance and many others have engaged me on various projects and endeavors. In addition to advising and speaking, he also serves as host and/or facilitator for numerous events with NY Times best-selling authors and executives from brands including Google, Twitter, MLB, Starwood, Disney, CAA, Toyota, TOMS, charity: water, United Way, World Vision, and many others.
Charles is currently developing new content around the theme “Design Your Good Life” and hopes to share insights on designing a personal and professional life that’s both fulfilling and impactful.
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Honest Lessons on Life, Love, and Leveling Up
Date Published: March 24, 2026
Publisher: Acorn Publishing
In You Got This!, personal and professional development coach Lisa Bartley shares candid advice and empowering mindset shifts—through sharp honesty, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of wisdom that only comes with experience. Bartley tackles what no one prepares you for—setting boundaries, navigating relationships, rebounding from failure, and finding the courage to go after what you really want.
This is not a guide to becoming perfect. It’s a guide to becoming powerful on your terms.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or like everyone but you got the memo on adulthood, this book is your reminder that growth is messy, clarity takes time, and no, you’re not behind . . . you’re just getting started.
You Got This! is a must-read for every woman standing at the threshold of the rest of her life. It’s the permission slip, pep talk, and playbook every woman needs while figuring it all out.
Lisa Bartley is an author and award-winning speaker who helps women break free from their comfort zones and step into the strongest, truest versions of themselves.
You Got This! began as an attempt to record words of wisdom she wishes she’d heard in her early adult years. Now, in its completion, it stands as a legacy of lessons written for her daughter and for every young woman finding her way.
Lisa lives in Southern California where she prefers her hikes coastal, her wine bold, and her dinner parties unforgettable.
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You Are Who You Think You Are
Date Published: January 8, 2026
Publisher: MindStir Media
In Who Do You Think You Are?, author and mindset coach China Watson delivers an uplifting, empowering self-help book that challenges readers to rethink their inner dialogue and redefine what success truly means. Through relatable stories, affirmations, and reflective exercises, this book shows how mindset shapes identity—and how changing your thoughts can change your life.
Each chapter introduces a mini-story inspired by real-life experiences, featuring characters from different backgrounds who face doubt, fear, health challenges, career setbacks, and personal crossroads. From Horace, a devoted father struggling with self-belief, to August, a resilient teenage mother rising above adversity, these stories highlight the power of resilience, positive thinking, and community support.
Designed as a quick, engaging read, every chapter begins and ends with a thought-provoking quote, includes practical lessons, affirmations to rewire limiting beliefs, and reflection spaces that invite readers to pause, journal, and apply what they’ve learned in real time.
More than motivation, this book offers a mindset reset—reminding readers that success is not only measured by money or status, but by peace, confidence, health, happiness, and meaningful relationships.
In this book, you’ll discover how to:
● Break free from self-doubt and limiting beliefs● Build confidence through intentional mindset shifts
● Use affirmations to reframe negative thinking
● Turn challenges into opportunities for growth
● Define success on your own terms
● Cultivate resilience, self-worth, and inner peace
If you’re ready to embrace your authentic self, shift your mindset, and step into your full potential, this book will meet you right where you are and guide you forward.
You are who you THINK you are. Choose wisely—and boldly.
About the Author
China Watson | Author • Mindset Coach • HR Executive • Wellness Advocate
China Watson is an author, mindset coach, and seasoned human resources executive with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals unlock their potential—professionally, personally, and holistically. As a Regional Vice President of Human Resources, China has built a reputation for cultivating positive workplace cultures, developing leaders, and empowering people to become confident, self-aware, and purpose-driven.
A proud graduate of North Carolina A&T State University (“Aggie Pride”), China earned her undergraduate degree in Finance and later completed her MBA with a concentration in Human Resources Management. Her academic foundation, combined with decades of real-world leadership experience, gives her a unique ability to understand people, motivations, and mindset at a deep level.
Known for her intuitive ability to read and connect with others, China is passionate about building champions—not just in the workplace, but in everyday life among friends, families, and communities. Since 2010, she has consistently shared uplifting quotes, affirmations, and mindset shifts across social media, encouraging people to stop asking “Who do you think you are?” in self-doubt and start answering that question with confidence, clarity, and self-belief.
In recent years, China has embraced a total wellness journey, becoming a strong advocate for mental health, emotional resilience, and intentional self-care. Her work bridges the gap between professional success and personal well-being, emphasizing that true fulfillment comes from aligning mindset, health, purpose, and values.
As an author and mindset coach, China blends storytelling, affirmations, reflection, and practical tools to inspire transformation. Her mission is simple yet powerful: to help others recognize their worth, reclaim their confidence, and step fully into who they are meant to be. Through her writing, coaching, and leadership, China Watson continues to inspire readers and audiences to unlock the best version of themselves and live with intention, positivity, and purpose.
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Honest Lessons on Life, Love, and Leveling Up
Date Published: March 24, 2026
Publisher: Acorn Publishing
In You Got This!, personal and professional development coach Lisa Bartley shares candid advice and empowering mindset shifts—through sharp honesty, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of wisdom that only comes with experience. Bartley tackles what no one prepares you for—setting boundaries, navigating relationships, rebounding from failure, and finding the courage to go after what you really want.
This is not a guide to becoming perfect. It’s a guide to becoming powerful on your terms.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or like everyone but you got the memo on adulthood, this book is your reminder that growth is messy, clarity takes time, and no, you’re not behind . . . you’re just getting started.
You Got This! is a must-read for every woman standing at the threshold of the rest of her life. It’s the permission slip, pep talk, and playbook every woman needs while figuring it all out.
Lisa Bartley is an author and award-winning speaker who helps women break free from their comfort zones and step into the strongest, truest versions of themselves.
You Got This! began as an attempt to record words of wisdom she wishes she’d heard in her early adult years. Now, in its completion, it stands as a legacy of lessons written for her daughter and for every young woman finding her way.
Lisa lives in Southern California where she prefers her hikes coastal, her wine bold, and her dinner parties unforgettable.
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Memoir and Personal Development.
Date Published: December 20, 2024
Publisher: Manhattan Book Group
In this beautifully crafted book that delves into the intricacies of human emotion and resilience, the author takes us on a poignant journey through the memories and experiences that have defined their life. From childhood challenges to moments of profound connection and self-discovery, the narrative weaves together themes of love, loss, and the enduring power of familial bonds. Through heartfelt reflections and poignant storytelling, readers are invited to explore their emotional intelligence and embark on a journey of self-discovery alongside the author. This compelling and insightful book promises to uplift, inspire, and resonate with readers seeking connection, understanding, and empowerment in their own lives. Join the author on this transformative journey and discover the beauty and resilience that lies within the human spirit.
About the Author
Dinorah Briceno's academic journey exemplifies her unwavering commitment to education and social welfare. Currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Social Welfare/Social Work at Yeshiva University, she is engaged in pioneering research that addresses the multifaceted challenges facing Latin communities today. In addition to her academic pursuits, she currently works as a psychotherapist and site coordinator in the SBS program at a community-based mental health agency, where she continues to apply her expertise and advocate for vulnerable populations.
Before starting her doctoral studies, Dinorah obtained a Master’s in Social Work from Yeshiva University in 2021, deepening her understanding of the intricate relationship between mental health and social justice. In conjunction with her Master’s degree, she also earned a certificate in trauma, further enhancing her expertise in this critical area.
Her dedication to language education is evident in her pursuit of two additional master’s degrees: one in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from Universidad Europea del Atlántico and another in Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language from Universidad Internacional Iberoamericana (UNINI PR). These degrees underscore her belief in the transformative power of language as a means of empowerment and cross-cultural understanding.
With over 16 years of experience in education, Dinorah’s journey began with a Bachelor of Education degree from UCAB - Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in 2009, establishing a solid foundation for her career. She has continuously sought to expand her expertise through specialized training, including a Diploma in Autism Education from the Center for Disabilities Studies (CEPIA) at Universidad Monteavila. Additionally, she holds a graduate certificate in Teaching Formation for Early Education from Universidad Metropolitana (VE), further showcasing her dedication to early childhood education.
Dinorah has gained valuable experience working with children and adults, including those with special needs, individuals struggling with addiction, and those facing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), borderline personality disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Her hands-on experience in these areas reflects her commitment to supporting individuals with diverse challenges and enhancing their quality of life.
Dinorah Briceno’s diverse experiences and steadfast commitment to education and social welfare exemplify the transformative potential of knowledge and compassion. Her journey inspires others and highlights the profound impact that education and advocacy can have on fostering a brighter and more equitable future for all.
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Self-help, Stress Management, Personal Development, Self Esteem,
Date Published: December 17, 2024
2025 is your moment to rise, silence the noise, and redefine your life like never before!
Get Real About Thriving in 2025 is not just another self-help book—it’s your game-changing guide to navigating life’s complexities with creativity, humor, and unshakable confidence. Whether you’re overwhelmed by financial pressures, reassessing friendships, or simply seeking balance amidst the chaos, this empowering quick-read will help you focus on what truly matters.
Inside, you’ll uncover:
* Strategies to build resilience and break free from negativity.
* Practical tools to revamp your finances, nurture meaningful relationships, and align with your goals.
* Creative exercises to unlock your potential and spark transformative success.
* Witty insights to help you tackle challenges with grace, humor, and determination.
* With its fresh take on redefining priorities and silencing distractions, this book transforms your challenges into stepping stones toward greatness. Whether you’re pursuing personal growth, professional breakthroughs, or emotional clarity, Get Real About Thriving in 2025 provides the roadmap to reclaim your power and thrive.
Stop waiting for the perfect moment—create it! Order your copy today and make 2025 your boldest, most fulfilling year yet.
About the Author
Jennifer Barrette: A Life of Creativity and Getting Real
Jennifer is an artist, a creator, and an endlessly curious writer with a passion for middle-grade fiction. Now in her mid-50s, she’s ready to share the wisdom she’s gathered along the way.
Growing up surrounded by books, sketchpads, and paintbrushes, Jennifer developed a lifelong love for creating stories and art. Her early career saw her designing everything from furniture to homes and painting massive murals that brought spaces to life. But when a neck injury clipped her ladder-climbing wings, Jennifer didn’t stop creating—she pivoted. She began illustrating books, which opened the door to editing, and eventually, she discovered her passion for writing books, developing characters and fantastical worlds for them to live in.
As the Vice President of Transmedia Entertainment, Jennifer is more than just a writer. She’s a world-builder, shaping stories that leap from page to screen, creating experiences that captivate across platforms. Now, with her Get Real About series, she’s turning her talents to self-help, offering practical tools and heartfelt advice to tackle life’s twists and turns. Under the banner of Get Real About Books, Jennifer’s mission is clear: to empower people with no-nonsense resources that inspire meaningful change. Whether it’s a journal, a planner, or a book brimming with actionable insights, Jennifer’s creations are designed to help real people find real solutions—and maybe even a bit of magic along the way.
"At Get Real About Books, our mission is to help people tackle life’s challenges head-on, with practical, no-nonsense resources. From printables, eBooks, to physical books, journals, planners, and audiobooks, we create tools that offer clear, actionable guidance on topics like personal growth, mental health, creativity, and wellness. Our goal is to empower individuals to get real about their journey, embrace meaningful change, and live authentically. No fluff—just real solutions for real people." -Jenn
A proud mom of four (including twin sons and two daughters), Jennifer lives in Northern California with her Caribbean husband, who doubles as her business partner, and a lively crew of pets—including two Bernese Mountain Dogs Ruby & Louie.
In 2025 Jennifer will be launching more Get Real projects as well as two children's books (An internationally themed Picture book for ages 3-8 and a very exciting Middle Grade book series for 8-12 year-olds. So stay tuned for more books drops as the new year unfolds! You can join her mailing list for monthly updates!
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Memoir, Personal Development, Entertainment
For every dreamer who’s ever been told it’s impossible—this one’s for you.
In Dear Starving Artist, Get Something to Eat, Ransford Doherty shares an honest, humorous, and deeply inspiring journey from aspiring dreamer to working actor. Born into a family with high expectations shaped by a rich Sierra Leonean heritage, Ransford felt the pressure to pursue stability over passion. From a pivotal decision to switch his college major to theatre to the audacious leap of moving to Los Angeles, this memoir chronicles his trials and triumphs in the pursuit of his artistic dreams.
Ransford reflects on the challenges of breaking into the entertainment industry. He navigates financial struggles, moments of self-doubt, and the delicate balance between staying true to his vision and meeting life's practical demands. With wit and candor, he introduces readers to the mentors, friends, and serendipitous encounters that shaped his path, offering valuable lessons for anyone daring to follow an unconventional dream.
With a blend of resilience and relatability, Dear Starving Artist, Get Something to Eat is a call to action for dreamers everywhere. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or someone seeking inspiration to take a leap of faith, this book is a testament to the courage it takes to embrace your true self and persevere against all odds.
When the world says 'be practical,' Ransford Doherty says 'be bold.'
Get inspired to pursue your passion with grit and determination—grab your copy of Dear Starving Artist, Get Something to Eat today and start writing your own success story!
About the Author
Ransford Doherty is an opportunity creator whose career is in a category by itself. Ransford uses his high energy, sense of humor, personal stories, and perspective to inspire and encourage audiences to make the impossible possible.
Ransford draws on his 20 years of experience of being a working actor in Hollywood, the many lessons he learned spending 9 seasons as C.I. Kendall on TNT’s top-rated cable series, THE CLOSER and MAJOR CRIMES while pursuing a Master Degree and working as a high school Special Education teacher in South LA, to deliver a message that has helped a plethora of creatives not so much focus on being a star on the stage and screen, but being a star at life.
He is also using his teaching and speaking skills to promote a program he co-founded alongside a curriculum he created called Winning at The Money Game that teaches elementary, middle, and high school students financial literacy through the game of basketball.
In 2020, he launched an online masterclass for actors called Actforaliving.com, and is currently releasing an autobiography he co-wrote with Angie Sanders called Dear Starving Artist, Get Something to Eat.
Ransford lives in Los Angeles.
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A Guide for Healing and Claiming What's Yours
Self-help, personal development, psychology, spirituality, trauma healing
Date Published: August 5, 2024
Everything you want: all the riches of the world, the depth, beauty, the fun.
Everything you want is in the underworld of your psyche.
This is where our capacity to experience lives.
Yet, most of us barely know what is happening in our own mind and are at least a little terrified of who we might really be.
Just as our wishes and dreams live in the underworld of our psyche, so do our worst fears, the things we desperately want to run from. This is the treasure.
Our traumas, patterns, addictions, seedy desires, and repressed memories once welcomed and transformed by the light of our consciousness give us our greatest power, creativity, and magnetism.
This is your guidebook to your underworld that you might claim everything that you are.
About the Author
Lillian is a co-founder of Mindlight and the Mindlight Institute, which has trained thousands of people to integrate trauma. She has been studying and practicing the healing arts since she was a child. She was a volunteer for the Stress Project that helped veterans heal from PTSD, has led trainings for Google Vitality Labs and SXSW.
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