Ep. 297: Breaking the Control Habit: Why I wrote my new book LET GO

The novelization of 'Gremlins' by George Gipe expands on the film by providing an origin story for the Mogwai and Gremlins, and includes dialogue between the creatures. The story follows Billy Peltzer and his pet Mogwai, Gizmo, whose care instructions are violated, leading to the creation of destructive Gremlins. The book offers a unique perspective by switching between characters, including Gizmo, and addresses plot holes from the movie. Gipe's addition of Mogwai dialogue helps to explain their behavior and motivations, making the novel a compelling supplement to the film.

This book, written by sisters Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. , and Amelia Nagoski, DMA, delves into the specific challenges women encounter with burnout. It provides a comprehensive, science-based approach to reducing stress and enhancing well-being. The authors define burnout as a combination of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a decreased sense of accomplishment, and they offer practical solutions such as completing the biological stress cycle, managing emotional triggers, and overcoming societal pressures. The book is divided into sections that explain the stress cycle, the impact of cultural norms on women's stress levels, and strategies for rest, human connection, and self-compassion. It includes helpful worksheets and exercises to empower women to combat burnout and achieve genuine wellness.

In *Let Go*, Martine Batchelor offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and transforming negative patterns of mind, such as fear, addiction, and judgment. The book includes exercises and guided meditations to help readers break free from habits and embrace their positive qualities. It explores various Buddhist meditation techniques and their applications in modern life, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and meditation for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.