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Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good From the field's pioneer, an exploration of the neurobiology and psychology of wisdom: what science says it is and how to nurture it within yourself―at any stage of your life.What exactly does it mean to be "wise?" And is it possible to grow and... Continue Reading →
Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World Kindle Edition by Vivek H. Murthy (Author) (Amazon summary) In this groundbreaking book, Former Surgeon General of the United States, Vivek Murthy argues that loneliness is the underpinning to the current crisis in mental wellness and is responsible for the upsurge in suicide, the opioid epidemic,... Continue Reading →
KEEP SHARP by DR. Sanjay Gupta( 2021) This is an important book focussing on scientific evidence towards maintaining health in general and brain health in particular. The book presents evidence about the value of:-Miracle of Movement- exercise;-Power of purpose;-Value of Sleep;-Food;-Connectedness to others;The above practices of living, are within reach of each of us, for... Continue Reading →
This is a very special book. Full of insights into living with cancer and the uncertainities of life, with a STRONG sense of HUMOUR. You will really ENJOY reading this book and seeing the videos. Cancer Memoir- Ananya Book launch video of 90 minutes. It is a mixture readings from the book, and interviews with... Continue Reading →
Amazon Summary Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler (Author) David Kessler – the world's foremost expert on grief and the coauthor with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross of the iconic On Grief and Grieving – journeys beyond the classic five stages to discover a sixth stage: meaning. David has spent decades teaching about end... Continue Reading →
SAASIVE TANDAVALU(Kannada) by Bharathi, B.V. (2019) Alampu Prakashana. Bangalore. This is a very special book that presents the personal experiences of Ms. Bharathi, B.V. a cancer survivor, from the beginning of suspicion about cancer, through the diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy and recovery. A good way to describe the scope of the book is to... Continue Reading →
I have added FOUR books written by different people that focusses on various aspects of living with cancer. Two of them are by doctors, one by the film actor and the fourth is a novel with cancer as an important part of the story.The books are special as they are located in the context of... Continue Reading →
Dark Circles by Udayan Mukerjee (Author) Amazon Summary Can one indiscretion be allowed to scar a family for life? Ronojoy's mother dies alone in the Ashram she had abruptly retreated to twenty-eight years ago, leaving him - then only twelve- to fend for the emotional needs of himself and his six-year-old brother. When the cremation... Continue Reading →
Healed: How Cancer Gave Me a New Life -2018 by Manisha Koirala (Author) Amazon summary Healed is the powerful, moving and deeply personal story of actor Manisha Koirala's battle against ovarian cancer. From her treatment in the US and the wonderful care provided by the oncologists there to how she rebuilt her life once she... Continue Reading →
Cancer, Your Body and Your Diet: A Vital Journey by Dr Arati Bhatia (Author) An essential guide for cancer patients and caregivers about what to eat, when and why. • Can our diet have an impact on the prevention of cancer? • What kind of foods should we eat if we are undergoing surgery, chemotherapy... Continue Reading →
Living with cancer 