Is life getting on top of you? Do you dream of being stranded on an island just for some alone time? Are you currently standing on a chair, screaming, 'Enough is enough!'?I get it. Your diary is full and your brain is racing. The hectic world we live in demands so much of you, it can be exhausting to keep up. You crave spa days and holidays to recharge but, while they offer short-term respite, they don't give you the long-term rejuvenation you really need. Well, come down off that chair, open up this book, and feel your stress float away. To achieve complete rest, we need to develop eight different rest habits. Packed with simple activities, backed by science and personal experiences, calmism takes a fresh look at the eight essential habits for rest and offers a menu of easy-fit options to give you the variety that's key to wellbeing. With just a few minutes' attention each day, you can cultivate positive, daily habits that stick, to help you feel ultimately revitalised. Welcome to calmism - a restful way to take control of your energy and find that tranquil island within.