{"product_id":"the-power-of-patience-how-this-old-fashioned-virtue-can-improve-your-life-self-care-gift-for-men-and-women-9781642504576","title":"The Power of Patience: How This Old-Fashioned Virtue Can Improve Your Life (Self-Care Gift for Men and Women)","description":"\u003cb\u003eFind Joy in a Busy World by Practicing Patience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is a true gift to the world. It's insightful and full of calm, helpful wisdom.\" --\u003cb\u003eRichard Carlson\u003c\/b\u003e, author of \u003cem\u003eDon't Sweat the Small Stuff\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBestselling author M.J. Ryan details just what living with patience can bring to our lives and how it can change us for the better.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake a deeper look at an old-fashioned quality. \u003c\/b\u003eWe've all heard the phrase, \"Patience is a virtue,\" and doubtless responded with a sigh, as usually it's spoken with a tone of reproach. But this virtue carries with it a wealth of wisdom that can actually help us find happiness in our day-to-day life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlow the rush. \u003c\/b\u003eThings move at a quick pace in our society, in both our work lives and social lives. Not only are we forced to keep up, but we have been conditioned to expect instant gratification. Because of this, we find ourselves getting flustered by the smallest setbacks or hold ups―whether it's a slow server at a restaurant or rush-hour traffic. Ryan shares how patience is the very antidote to the stress of our fast-paced lifestyle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReclaim your priorities.\u003c\/b\u003e By reining in our aggravation when things don't happen instantaneously, we give ourselves time to breathe and think more clearly. We make better use of our days and allow ourselves to make decisions based on how they align with our priorities, instead of focusing on how fast we can get tasks done. With M.J. Ryan's help, we can learn to foster a patient outlook and find joy and fulfillment in the present moment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eM.J. Ryan's book is a fulfilling and beneficial self-care gift for women and men that provides: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraightforward, believable instructions for developing a habit of patience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A source of stress-relief and guide to happier living\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to find peaceful moments amidst the hustle and bustle that each day brings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReaders of \u003cem\u003ePresent Over Perfect\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWhen Less Becomes More\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Joy of Missing Out\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eStillness is Key\u003c\/em\u003e will love M.J. Ryan's \u003cem\u003eThe Power of Patience\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRyan, M. J.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003eKnown internationally as an expert on change, \u003cstrong\u003eM.J. Ryan\u003c\/strong\u003e works as an executive coach to senior executives and entrepreneurs around the world to accelerate business success and personal fulfillment. She combines a practical approach gained as the CEO of a book publishing company with methodologies from neuroscience, positive psychology and asset-focused learning to help clients and readers more easily meet their goals. Her clients include Royal Dutch Shell, Microsoft, Time, the U.S. military, and Aon Hewitt. She's a partner with the Levo League career network and the lead venture coach at SheEO, an organization offering a new funding and support model for female entrepreneurs. She's the founder of Conari Press, creator of the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling \u003cem\u003eRandom Acts of Kindness\u003c\/em\u003e series, and author of many books, including, \u003cem\u003eHabit Changers: 81 Game-Changing Mantras to Mindfully Realize Your Goals\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conari Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50641803477266,"sku":"9781642504576","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_89d1e67e-7c0e-4c54-9dbd-5f29de536c59.jpg?v=1733039094","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-power-of-patience-how-this-old-fashioned-virtue-can-improve-your-life-self-care-gift-for-men-and-women-9781642504576","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}