#StepBack

[clinchcoverenthusiast]

Once upon a time, covers told you exactly what you were going to get, although in this case, the cover couldn't really prepare you lol.

I was looking through my physical books and had to share. I swear I own Rejar too but I can't find it 😭

[sarah-maclean-completist]

Knockout Stepback!

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[jeshaisabookworm]

Stepback Cover Reveal! 10/28/23 | Did You Guess It?

“I don’t need a hero. I was blessed with a large amount of common sense, which is of infinitely more use than a man.”― Karen Hawkins, The Seduction of Sara module:1facing:0; ?hw-remosaic: 0; ?touch: (-1.0, -1.0); ?modeInfo: ; ?sceneMode: Auto; ?cct_value: 0; ?AI_Scene: (-1, -1); ?aec_lux: 0.0; ?hist255: 0.0; ?hist252~255: 0.0; ?hist0~15: 0.0; ?module:1facing:0; ?hw-remosaic: 0; ?touch: (-1.0,…

[theselfcaremomblog]

Dear you, i haven´t been here in a minute. The week was quiet busy and the days seemed short. this whole week my focus was on how to become unbothered and self regulate my emotions, the way i react to events in general and the effect this have on my life.

Unbelievable the amount of self-discipline it take to run after your thoughts as a shepherd. I am a born over-thinker and prone to anxiety very easily. Being a lot in my thoughts gets my mind wandering away a lot. Since the mind and the imagination is powerful at creating amazing things and the other way round it can trick you.

Becoming unbothered is a gradual process that involves developing a resilient mindset and adopting effective coping mechanisms. Here are some of them to keep myself focused.

Self-awareness:

Start by becoming aware of your emotions, triggers, and the situations that tend to bother you. Understanding yourself better can help you identify patterns and areas that require attention.

Mindfulness and meditation:

Practicing mindfulness and meditation can help you stay present in the moment and develop a calmer state of mind. This can reduce the impact of external stressors and make you less reactive to them.

Acceptance:

Learn to accept the things you cannot change. Focus on controlling your own reactions and attitudes rather than trying to control external circumstances or other people's behavior.

Reframe negative thoughts:

Challenge negative thoughts and replace them with more positive and empowering ones. This can help you develop a more optimistic and resilient mindset.

Set boundaries:

Establish clear boundaries to protect your mental and emotional well-being. Learn to say no when necessary and prioritize self-care.

Practice self-care:

Engage in activities that bring you joy, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Take care of your physical health, get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly. Taking care of yourself holistically can improve your overall resilience.

Seek support:

Talk to trusted friends, family members, or a therapist about your concerns. Sharing your thoughts and feelings can provide you with perspective, guidance, and emotional support.

Develop a growth mindset:

Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth and learning. Instead of viewing setbacks as failures, see them as stepping stones to success. This mindset shift can help you become more resilient in the face of adversity.

Practice letting go:

Learn to let go of things that are beyond your control or no longer serve you. Holding onto grudges, resentment, or past mistakes only weighs you down. Focus on the present and the future instead.

Engage in positive activities:

Surround yourself with positive people, engage in hobbies you enjoy, and participate in activities that bring you fulfillment. Building a positive and fulfilling life can help you become less bothered by external factors.

Remember, becoming unbothered is a journey, and it takes time and practice. Be patient with yourself and celebrate small victories along the way.

Are you also on this journey? what can you add to this list? i am happy to hear how you do it.

The self-care mom

[venttt]

You leaned in too much .. step back .. don’t get used to it

[nba24highlights]

Gabe Vincent with the SMOOTH stepback to reach a playoff career-high 26 points 🔥 Heat seek 3-0 lead on TNT! #gabevincent #stepback3 #stepback #playoffcareerhigh #nba #nbaplayoffs #nbaplayoffs2023 #tnt #nba24highlights #nbahighlights #viral #fyp #fup

[alleyceo]

Patti Austin Say You Love Me cover 【 #Shorts 】

[artbycatrinakennedy]

Beginning a new project. When things don’t go they way I want them to, I am thankful it’s at the beginning of the project. I will more than likely need to scrap this and start anew. It happens. I’m going to take a step (or two or three lol) back and work on my other commission and come back with fresh eyes before deciding what route to take. #artbycatrinakennedy #ink #inkdrawing #inkart #mistakeshappen #animalart #cat #kitten #catart #fresheyes #stepback #startover (at Easley, South Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CouayhZLGrH/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[nina-tomboy-nxde]

"My brother Seonghwa and I had a cat fight but and the end we are a nice brother and sister"

[isurrenderedtoromance]

The Duke Is Mine by Eloisa James. This stepback is gorgeous. I haven't read it, though, so...

[sarah-maclean-completist]

Hot Stepbacks!

[marypsue]

Fearleading Squad, by Mary P. Sue

She was perfect... First, Avery's friends all started falling under the spell of the new transfer student from L.A. Perfectly...evil. Then, one by one, people started to disappear. What is Tiffany Bright's dark secret? Joining the cheer team seems like the only way to uncover the truth. But Tiffany's had her eye on Avery, too. And now she's got Avery right where she wants her...

Read Chapter One: Bad Moon Rising on AO3

Hey, remember the section of the library or the bookstore where all the R.L. Stine and Christopher Pike paperbacks for older teens were shelved? Remember rambling through that section and pulling them down so you could flip open the front cover with its little die-cut window and see the full cover painting in all its spooky, lit-from-below glory? Remember the lurid, absurd plot summaries full of murder, madness, and mayhem - all set in the glossy mallrat world of being a teenager in the late 80s and early 90s? Well, maybe you don't, but here's your chance to approximate the experience!

Evil cheerleaders, the Satanic Panic, high school friendship drama, and murder all combine to ruin an innocent gothic rocker's senior year in this short and sweet horror novella. If you liked Netflix's Fear Street trilogy, Grady Hendrix' My Best Friend's Exorcism, Heathers, Jennifer's Body, or the fan favourite new kids on the block from Stranger Things season four, this might be up your alley.

This original novella is complete, with six chapters and an epilogue. Updates will be posted every Thursday.

[jeshaisabookworm]

Step back Saturday 2024 | January 6, 2024

Guess the book or author of the book that has this stepback

[looneytoonsfallz]

Paige falling on her ass after making a shot :)

[mermaidsirennikita]

Hey—

Just as a heads up, a stepback first edition of When the Duke Was Wicked by Lorraine Heath (an exceptionally difficult book to find in stepback form in my experience) is available on Pango through one of my favorite sellers!

It took me months to find this before, and now she has it! So if you truly love Rum on Lips or are collecting Lorraine Heath stepbacks (she doesn't have a TON compared to an author like Kleypas) I'd definitely recommend checking it out!

(And I'd be stupid to not mention that you can use DIFFICULTWOMANREADS for $5 off your first Pango purchase of $10 or more, etc etc, which would make this book $5 + shipping).