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Woman's Comfort Book: A Self-Nurturing Guide for Restoring Balance in Your Life Paperback – February 1, 2005

by Jennifer Louden (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 138 ratings
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With over 200 prescriptions for giving yourself a break, this book helps the reader to sort out guilty feelings about self–nurture and to define her comfort/self–nurture needs.

In this book the author delivers a host of creative and comforting programmes like the self–care schedule, creative selfishness, creating a comfort network, body delights, a personal sanctuary, the comfort journal, bathing pleasures and comfort rituals. Organised by topic and cross–referenced throughout, this guidebook is designed to appeal to women of all ages. The new edition has been revised and updated for modern women.

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  6. ISBN-10
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“...offers us the “how” of self-care: concrete, practical directions on how to nourish ourselves. Thank you Jennifer.” — --Oriah Mountain Dreamer, author of The Invitation

“[O]ne of the great self-help classics of our times.” — --Suzanne Falter-Barns, author of Living Your Joy and How Much Joy Can You Stand?

About the Author

Jennifer Louden is a bestselling author, certified coach, novelist, and creator of innovative learning events and retreats. She has appeared on numerous TV and radio programs, including "Oprah". Jennifer lives on an island in Puget Sound with her husband, Chris, and their daughter, Lillian.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; Reprint edition (February 1, 2005)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060776676
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0060776671
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.38 x 0.56 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 138 ratings

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Jen Louden is a personal growth pioneer who helped launch the self-care movement with her first book The Woman’s Comfort Book. She's the author of 5 additional books on well-being and whole living, including The Life Organizer, that have inspired more than a million women in 9 languages. Jen has spoken around the world on self-care, written a national magazine column, and even sat on Oprah's couch talking about the power of retreats. She believes self-love + world-love = wholeness for all. Visit http://JenniferLouden.com for fab free goodies and upcoming retreat schedule.

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5.0 out of 5 stars In 2024, an OUTSTANDING guide to really dive deep into nurturing yourself (and then others)
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2024
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I cannot recommend this guide enough! Feel like you have an unbalanced life? Read this and follow the suggestions.
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Marge Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars An EXCELLENT Self-Nurturing "How-To" Guide
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 1998
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So often women are either cast in the role of care-giver, or place ourselves in that role; often we either feel guilty taking the time to care for ourselves the way we do our families and friends, or somehow perhaps think we don't deserve it.
This simple to use guide helps us first to focus on how we are feeling, getting in touch with what we need. A simple directory of 'situations' gives page numbers for suggested activities.
The activities range from the sublime to the ridiculous, but don't laugh at any of them until you have tried them. Just leafing through the book without even doing any of the suggestions seems to help me destress; just the reminder that I can do things to nourish my body and spirit is a wonderful revitalizer.
I have given away close to a dozen copies of this book to friends who are used to putting themselves and their needs last on the list of priorities. I can not praise it highly enough for women who can not find time, energy, or inclination to give to themselves the care and love that they give those around them.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Art of Nurturing Oneself
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2010
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To me this book is dedicated to women everywhere who want to be inspired
by their creativity,whether it be journal writing, art projects, helping
others by life coaching or by being in the present and realizing their
self worth. This is about the need to be fully aware of all the creativity we have inside of us and the ability we have to be of service
to ourself and others. There is a great message to be learned from this
book. Start organizing your life and become empowered to do good.
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5.0 out of 5 stars On my second copy
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2010
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Just ordered two more copies of this book, one to replace my original (10 years old)that I loaned to a friend and the other to give to my mom as a gift. Also ordered the retreat book, just because I've enjoyed this one so much and that is supposed to be set up the same way. Can't wait!

Comfort is something we can never have too much of, this wonderful book is nice to have on hand. Easy and fun to use, not a read through. You can flip to just the right parts that would benifit you at the moment by matching your mood to the chart provided. You can also find Jen online at ComfortQueen. Enjoy this one!
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Dawn C.
3.0 out of 5 stars Didn't finish reading cause it bored me a little
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2015
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Just ok. Didn't finish reading cause it bored me a little. I definitely would not do some of her recommendations as they seem a little too childish for me, and I do believe that I am young at heart. Others were doable. Just an ok book. Will resell or donate
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Gail A. Robey
5.0 out of 5 stars Great ideas in this book
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2014
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I don't think I truly fit the profile of the woman for whom this book is targeted (the "woman on the go"), but I felt that I came close enough that I would benefit from it. I just received it, and I'm still looking through it and really enjoying it. I have found myself needing and wanting ideas about self care, and about self comfort. I'm involved in more than one twelve-step recovery group and I am in therapy; and those things are wonderful and helpful, but not always sources of the kind of comfort I was looking for. Mostly this book gives permission to be less than perfect, and to enjoy life on a regular basis in some fun and simple ways.
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5.0 out of 5 stars If you are always caring about everyone but yourself, this book is a must!
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2010
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In March I lost my sister and my husband. My sister died, my husband abandoned me. I haven't dealt with all the loss because I ended up hospitalized a month. I am always putting others first but when my hubby left I have an awful time dealing with these two happenings so I need my self esteem to be better and I need to learn to take care of me and my needs and recognize I need nurturing too. This book is a must if you feel all spent,frustrated that nobody sees how much you are carrying. Do yourself a favor and get this book. You will thank me from afar. Its a keeper.
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Sarah Mostkoff
1.0 out of 5 stars Outdated. More suited for women unable to think for themselves.
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2021
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Geez. Could I give it less than one star? Women have more brains and worth than this book allows. Normally I give away my used books. This one only rated the trash can.
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Vivian Jans
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2016
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A book I needed to read.
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Cornelia Maier
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good
Reviewed in Germany on May 23, 2015
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The author does a great job encouraging us women to nurture ourselves and maintain our boundaries and take good care of ourselves and she has wonderful suggestions each and every one of us can choose from. Much recommended, ladies!
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Belinda Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Australia on December 27, 2014
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great read
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5.0 out of 5 stars book review
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2006
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This book is perfect for busy women who need to relax and need to discover themselves as individuals with wants and wishes. There are fun and unusual but practical suggestions on how you can do this, such as pampering yourself by staying in bed all day. The author gives a list of things to do on days when you need comforting. Very interesting.
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danielle deline
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2016
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thank u
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