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Social work is a challenging field and developing a self-care regimen is important to being effective and avoiding burnout. The Harris Library has resources including books, games, and coloring books to help you decompress and have some plain old fun!

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The Harris Library has the following books to help you become familiar with meditation and other relaxation techniques.

The books with a call number starting with MSASS WELL are on the display shelf located near the quiet study and conference rooms.

Mindfulness in Plain English by Bhante Gunaratana; Henepola Gunaratana
Call Number: MSASS WELL BQ5630
ISBN: 9780861719068
Publication Date: 2011-09-06
Presents an introduction to meditation according to Buddhist principles, describing the advantages of the practice and addressing some of the difficulties that can arise.
Quick Meditations for Workaholics by Despina Rosales
Call Number: MSASS WELL BL627
ISBN: 9781504301046
Publication Date: 2016-02-05
“Plant the seed of meditation, and reap the fruit of peace of mind.” – anonymous

This practical little book will change your life! In less than 50 pages, you’ll learn to destress through quick and simple meditations that anyone can do – even someone with your hectic schedule.
The A-To-Z Self-Care Handbook for Social Workers and Other Helping Professionals by Erlene Grise-Owens (Editor); Justin "Jay" Miller (Editor); Mindy Eaves (Editor)
Call Number: MSASS WELL HV40
ISBN: 9781929109531
Publication Date: 2016-07-01
"Self-care is an imperative for the ethical practice of social work and other helping professions. From A (awareness) to Z (ZZZZ--Sleep), the editors and contributors use a simple A-to-Z framework to outline strategies to help you build a self-care plan with specific goals and ways to reach them realistically. " -- from publisher.
Beginnings, Middles, and Ends by Ogden W. Rogers
Call Number: MSASS WELL HV40.3
ISBN: 9781929109357
Publication Date: 2013-10-01
A sideways story is some moment in life when you thought you were doing one thing, but you ended up learning another. A sideways story can also be a poem, or prose, that, because of the way it is written, may not be all that direct in its meaning...They are moments on a path through the discovery of social work, a journey of beginnings, middles, and ends. They capture the essence and the art and soul of social work.
You Have 4 Minutes to Change Your Life by Rebekah Borucki
Call Number: MSASS WELL BF637.M4
ISBN: 9781401949723
Publication Date: 2017-02-28
Bex shows readers how to create a simple, practical, no-nonsense meditation practice that can fit into even the busiest schedules.
Ten Minutes to Deep Meditation by Atlantic Publishing Group Inc. Staff; Michael Cavallaro
Call Number: MSASS WELL RC489
ISBN: 9781601385864
Publication Date: 2014-12-22
"This book presents you with the two main types of meditation analytical and placement and how both can help you in different ways. You will also learn the answers to common questions regarding this soothing process: How is meditation different from relaxation, concentration, and self-hypnosis? Which techniques are right for you?"--Amazon.com
There Is No Right Way to Meditate by Yumi Sakugawa
Call Number: MSASS WELL BF637
ISBN: 9781440592522
Publication Date: 2015-11-01
"In There Is No Right Way to Meditate, award-winning artist Yumi Sakugawa helps you tap into your inner self and finally find the peace that you've been seeking. Each page offers a unique perspective on how to lead a more mindful life, with captivating ink illustrations and encouraging words like, "it's okay if the only thing you did today was breathe."
The Mindfulness Solution by Ronald D. Siegel
Call Number: BF637.M4 S54 2010
ISBN: 9781606232941
Publication Date: 2009-11-09
"Mindfulness offers a path to well-being and tools for coping with life's inevitable hurdles. And though mindfulness may sound exotic, you can cultivate it--and reap its proven benefits--without special training or lots of spare time. Trusted therapist and mindfulness expert Dr. Ronald Siegel shows exactly how in this inviting guide." -- from publisher.

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