{"title":"Ben Aldridge","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Ben Aldridge, a celebrated author known for his engaging and insightful contributions to the realms of \u003cem\u003eSelf-Help \u0026amp; Personal Development\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eYoung Adult\u003c\/em\u003e literature. Aldridge's books resonate with readers seeking practical wisdom and motivation to thrive in today's complex world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eGet Out of Your Comfort Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e, Ben Aldridge gently challenges readers to push beyond the familiar, embracing uncertainty to unlock personal growth and resilience. With this invigorating read, you'll discover actionable strategies for overcoming fear and rediscovering the joy of new experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeriously HAPPY\u003c\/strong\u003e invites young adults and those young at heart on a personal journey toward lasting happiness. Aldridge skilfully blends relatable anecdotes with evidence-based techniques, empowering readers to cultivate a genuinely fulfilling life, one step at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Ben Aldridge's works and explore practical advice, motivational ideas, and transformative exercises that inspire both introspection and action. Whether you're embarking on a personal development journey or seeking to uplift and encourage, Aldridge's books are valuable companions on your path.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"get-out-of-your-comfort-zone-by-ben-aldridge-9781786786272","title":"Get Out of Your Comfort Zone","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the bestselling \u003cem\u003eHow to be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable\u003c\/em\u003e, this personal-growth card deck pushes users outside their comfort zones with 60 fun yet demanding challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStart training for a more fearless, fulfilling life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from the bestselling book \u003cem\u003eHow to be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable\u003c\/em\u003e, this personal-growth card deck is packed with weird and wonderful challenges to develop your mental and physical strength. By forcing you to face up to negative emotions such as embarrassment, fear, and boredom, the challenges make you grow as a person (whilst having a lot of fun in the process).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn to spin a pen like a pro... don't speak for an entire day... cover your hands and face in honey and don't touch anything for an hour. Or maybe you'd like to create the world's weirdest sandwich... or set your personal best doing push-ups... or go for a backward walk in public...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenges have been designed to start building your confidence and get you trying new things straightaway. The more you complete, the more you'll build momentum to throw at epic adventures of your own devising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere's an accompanying booklet that explains how to use the cards and how to take things further by creating your own challenges. The deck will appeal to all of those who love \u003cem\u003eHow to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as a wider audience of motivational card users and personal development enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGet ready to leave your comfort zone!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Random House New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46649209487596,"sku":"9781786786272","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4391763482824.jpg?v=1752284721"},{"product_id":"seriously-happy-by-ben-aldridge-9780711297791","title":"Seriously HAPPY","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeriously Happy\u003c\/em\u003e is a highly practical self-help guide exploring 10 life-changing lessons based on teachings of the ancient philosophers. YA readers are encouraged to discover how Stoicism can improve your mental resilience; the calming, meditative influence of Zen; the decision-making prowess of Aristotle; or the confidence-boosting ideas of the Cynic philosophers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a young man, author Ben Aldridge struggled with debilitating anxiety and self-doubt, until he discovered Stoicism and other philosophies which helped him restore balance, peace and contentment in his life. In this book, Ben shares over 20 practical challenges rooted in ancient philosophy that will power up your focus and confidence, improve your critical thinking, build mental resilience, and embrace happiness. The text is accompanied by gorgeous illustrations by Michelle Brackenborough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenges are based on ancient philosophical ideas—such as 'shame attacking', facing your fears, and appreciating the small things in life—as well as the ancient arts of Tai-Chi, Qi-Gong and meditation. \u003cem\u003eSeriously Happy\u003c\/em\u003e shows how to harness the power of ancient philosophies to deal with the real-world stress and anxieties of today. Learn to master a growth mindset and face your fears with fun tasks and challenges such as 'the banana walk', inspired by Cynic philosophers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGet curious, question everything, and power up your critical thinking like Socrates. Learn how to make good life choices inspired by Aristotle's Golden Mean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrain your mind and embrace discomfort with cold-water therapy or digital fasting like Buddhist teachers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncrease your mental resilience by keeping a setback diary like the Stoics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePower up your focus and concentration with a walking meditation inspired by Zen philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProtect your wellbeing by practising Tai Chi and being in nature like the Taoists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBe calm, be confident, and be (seriously) happy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46740392739052,"sku":"9780711297791","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6364523482441.jpg?v=1755541447"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ben-aldridge.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}