
The Art of Extreme Self-Care
Transform Your Life One Month at a Time
Failed to add items
Add to Cart failed.
Add to Wish List failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
$0.99/mo for the first 3 months

Buy for $8.19
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
-
Narrated by:
-
Cheryl Richardson
About this listen
"For the last 20 years I've dedicated my personal and professional life to the importance of self-care by teaching from my own experience," writes Cheryl Richardson. "In the past, I've sacrificed my health and my relationships for work, given to others at the expense of my own needs, and watched my dreams slip through the cracks of a busy life. As a result, I've learned a lot about what it takes to put an end to the madness.... From years of personal experience, as well as coaching great men and women, I've come to understand that selfishness leads to selflessness. When we care deeply for ourselves, we naturally begin to care for others - our families, our friends, our greater global community, and the environment - in a healthier and more effective way. We tell the truth. We make choices from love instead of guilt and obligation. And we soon realize that we're all connected and that our individual actions affect a greater whole."
This updated edition of Cheryl's best-selling handbook The Art of Extreme Self-Care brings her message home to listeners with a new section about forming and running a successful support group, as well as updated resources so listeners stay inspired and motivated. Her practical, action-oriented program outlines 12 strategies to transform your life one month at a time, each one challenging you to alter one behavior that's blocking your path. Chapters include "End the Legacy of Deprivation", "Find Your Passion", "The Absolute No List", and "Does That Anger Taste Good?" (Hint: it really doesn't.)
©2019 Hay House, Inc. (P)2019 Hay House, Inc.Listeners also enjoyed...
-
Self-Care for the Wisdom Years
- Practical Ways to Celebrate the Mystery and Wonder of Aging
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
What does aging mean to you? We often look at aging through the lens of what is lost, not what is gained. But as we grow older, we can find the freedom to cultivate a deeper, more meaningful experience of life. “The journey through midlife and beyond,” says Cheryl Richardson, “is when we make the shift from less ego to more soul.” With Self-Care for the Wisdom Years, this bestselling author shares her most valuable insights for helping you age consciously, so you can flourish as a wise and compassionate elder.
-
-
Beware - Your life may not match up
- By J. S. on 05-12-23
-
Waking Up in Winter
- In Search of What Really Matters at Midlife
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Internationally recognized coach and New York Times best-selling author Cheryl Richardson has toured the world empowering others to make lasting change. But when Richardson's own life no longer worked as it once had, a persistent inner voice offered unmistakable guidance: It was time to reevaluate her life to uncover what really mattered.
-
-
a life you will live with the writer
- By Hussain Al-Ahmed on 01-02-18
-
Dodging Energy Vampires
- An Empath's Guide to Evading Relationships That Drain You and Restoring Your Health and Power
- By: Christiane Northrup M.D.
- Narrated by: Christiane Northrup M.D.
- Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Highly sensitive people - or empaths - see life through the eyes of compassion and caring. They were born that way. As a result, they carry a tremendous amount of inner light. But they’re also the favored prey of “vampires” who feed off empaths’ energy and disrupt their lives on every level - physical, emotional, and financial.
-
-
I Wish She Had Written This Book Years Ago
- By Marcia on 04-24-18
-
Finding Your Passion
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 3 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Life makeover coach Cheryl Richardson, who has been featured frequently on Oprah, brings her strategies for finding passion to this exciting and inspiring audio program.
-
-
Simple Wisdom
- By Amenaua on 07-21-04
-
Take Time for Your Life
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Overwhelmed and overcommitted? When your life feels like one long list of things to do, your true priorities ¿ your most authentic aspirations and dreams ¿ can get lost. With Take Time for Your Life, author and life-skills coach Cheryl Richardson helps listeners examine their out-of-balance lives, and offers a blueprint for action that makes sense for everyone.
-
Get Rich, Lucky Bitch!
- Release Your Money Blocks and Live a First-Class Life
- By: Denise Duffield-Thomas
- Narrated by: Denise Duffield-Thomas
- Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
It's weird and frankly bewildering that the most talented women in the world are often the ones struggling to make fabulous money from their talents. In Get Rich, Lucky Bitch!, you'll get the tools and inspiration you need to go to the next level of wealth - whether you're starting from scratch or itching to break through the million-dollar mark.
-
-
Too many examples for the points she is trying to make
- By berna on 03-02-19
-
Self-Care for the Wisdom Years
- Practical Ways to Celebrate the Mystery and Wonder of Aging
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
What does aging mean to you? We often look at aging through the lens of what is lost, not what is gained. But as we grow older, we can find the freedom to cultivate a deeper, more meaningful experience of life. “The journey through midlife and beyond,” says Cheryl Richardson, “is when we make the shift from less ego to more soul.” With Self-Care for the Wisdom Years, this bestselling author shares her most valuable insights for helping you age consciously, so you can flourish as a wise and compassionate elder.
-
-
Beware - Your life may not match up
- By J. S. on 05-12-23
-
Waking Up in Winter
- In Search of What Really Matters at Midlife
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Internationally recognized coach and New York Times best-selling author Cheryl Richardson has toured the world empowering others to make lasting change. But when Richardson's own life no longer worked as it once had, a persistent inner voice offered unmistakable guidance: It was time to reevaluate her life to uncover what really mattered.
-
-
a life you will live with the writer
- By Hussain Al-Ahmed on 01-02-18
-
Dodging Energy Vampires
- An Empath's Guide to Evading Relationships That Drain You and Restoring Your Health and Power
- By: Christiane Northrup M.D.
- Narrated by: Christiane Northrup M.D.
- Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Highly sensitive people - or empaths - see life through the eyes of compassion and caring. They were born that way. As a result, they carry a tremendous amount of inner light. But they’re also the favored prey of “vampires” who feed off empaths’ energy and disrupt their lives on every level - physical, emotional, and financial.
-
-
I Wish She Had Written This Book Years Ago
- By Marcia on 04-24-18
-
Finding Your Passion
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 3 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Life makeover coach Cheryl Richardson, who has been featured frequently on Oprah, brings her strategies for finding passion to this exciting and inspiring audio program.
-
-
Simple Wisdom
- By Amenaua on 07-21-04
-
Take Time for Your Life
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Overwhelmed and overcommitted? When your life feels like one long list of things to do, your true priorities ¿ your most authentic aspirations and dreams ¿ can get lost. With Take Time for Your Life, author and life-skills coach Cheryl Richardson helps listeners examine their out-of-balance lives, and offers a blueprint for action that makes sense for everyone.
-
Get Rich, Lucky Bitch!
- Release Your Money Blocks and Live a First-Class Life
- By: Denise Duffield-Thomas
- Narrated by: Denise Duffield-Thomas
- Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
It's weird and frankly bewildering that the most talented women in the world are often the ones struggling to make fabulous money from their talents. In Get Rich, Lucky Bitch!, you'll get the tools and inspiration you need to go to the next level of wealth - whether you're starting from scratch or itching to break through the million-dollar mark.
-
-
Too many examples for the points she is trying to make
- By berna on 03-02-19
-
Stand Up for Your Life
- By: Cheryl Richardson
- Narrated by: Cheryl Richardson
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
On this inspirational, informative, and highly entertaining program, Cheryl teaches you that there are several steps that will lead you to a life of meaning and purpose. When you take these steps, you'll find that a Divine power opens the exact doors you need to step into the light!
-
-
Really Good!
- By Annette on 05-13-16
-
The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem
- By: Dr. Nathaniel Branden
- Narrated by: Dr. Nathaniel Branden
- Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins
- Abridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Immense in scope and vision and filled with brilliant insights into human nature, this program is the ultimate work on the psychology of self-esteem. Listen and find out the strength Dr. Branden's six pillars will award you.
-
-
Like listening to a psych professor but no help.
- By Leslie, children's author and teacher😊 on 02-14-15
-
From Clutter to Clarity
- By: Kerri Richardson
- Narrated by: Kerri Richardson
- Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Whether you are tackling perfectionism, procrastination, or toxic relationships, Richardson's straightforward advice will help you to finally clear those stubborn stacks, piles, and boxes for a clean start, with a wealth of space for your freedom and happiness to grow.
-
-
Feel Feelings + Take Action = Clarity
- By Lorie Driscoll on 01-01-21
By: Kerri Richardson
-
The Dark Side of the Light Chasers
- By: Debbie Ford
- Narrated by: Debbie Ford
- Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Debbie Ford explains that the dark side of our personality should not be hidden. By denying our dark side, we reject aspects of our true natures rather than giving ourselves the freedom to live authentically. Here she shows that it is possible to acknowledge and accept our so-called weaknesses, proving that these qualities may be hidden strengths. Full of illuminating stories and practical exercises, Debbie Ford shows us how to reconcile our darker impulses and find the gifts they offer.
-
-
Great book and I would combine it with others
- By Jes_074 on 05-01-17
By: Debbie Ford
-
The Power is Within You
- By: Louise Hay
- Narrated by: Louise Hay
- Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Louise expands on her philosophy of "loving the self" and shows you how to overcome emotional barriers through learning to listen to your inner voice, loving the child within, letting your true feelings out, and much more!
-
-
Fabulous Audiobook!
- By Cassie on 04-28-05
By: Louise Hay
-
Thriving as an Empath
- 365 Days of Self-Care for Sensitive People
- By: Judith Orloff MD
- Narrated by: Angela Juarez
- Length: 10 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Empaths have so much to offer as healers, creatives, friends, lovers, and innovators at work. Yet highly sensitive and empathic people often give too much at the expense of their own well-being - and end up absorbing the stress of others. "To stay healthy and happy," writes Dr. Judith Orloff, "you must be ready with daily self-care practices that work." With Thriving as an Empath, she provides an invaluable resource to help you protect yourself from the stresses of an overwhelming world and embrace the "gift of being different".
-
-
phases of the moon and other Wiccan beliefs ?!
- By jessie on 06-07-20
By: Judith Orloff MD
-
Best Self
- Be You, Only Better
- By: Mike Bayer
- Narrated by: Mike Bayer, Phil McGraw
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Mike Bayer, known to the thousands of clients whose lives he has changed as Coach Mike, has helped everyone from pop stars to business executives to people just like you discover the freedom to be their best selves. By asking them and leading them to ask themselves a series of important but tough questions, he helps them see what their best selves and anti-selves really look like. Best Self is an accessible and interactive audiobook that distills all of Coach Mike’s wisdom into a compact, focused guide that will ignite anyone’s desire for change.
-
-
There wasn’t any enhancement file with the audio boo!
- By Marci on 09-01-19
By: Mike Bayer
-
The Road Back to You
- An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery
- By: Ian Morgan Cron, Suzanne Stabile
- Narrated by: Ian Morgan Cron
- Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The Enneagram is an ancient personality type system with an uncanny accuracy in describing how human beings are wired, both positively and negatively. In The Road Back to You, Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile forge a unique approach - a practical, comprehensive way of accessing Enneagram wisdom and exploring its connections with Christian spirituality for a deeper knowledge of God and of ourselves.
-
-
Wow, what an amazing book! I loved it!!
- By Maria on 06-09-18
By: Ian Morgan Cron, and others
-
What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You
- Uncover the Message in the Mess and Reclaim Your Life
- By: Kerri L. Richardson
- Narrated by: Kerri L. Richardson
- Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
With practical and warm advice, lifestyle designer and coach Kerri Richardson guides you to accept your clutter as a natural manifestation of your mind, body, and spirit looking out for yourself. It is your soul calling out for you to invest in self-care and to face the fears holding you back from being your best self. Richardson dives into the most common categories of physical clutter and provides efficient and effective steps for clearing the space for your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being to flourish.
-
-
Andrew Mellen meets Mari Kondo
- By Rush Adams on 09-13-19
-
Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
- Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers
- By: Karyl McBride
- Narrated by: Karyl McBride
- Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers, Will I Ever Be Good Enough? provides the expert assistance you need in order to overcome this debilitating history and reclaim your life for yourself.
-
-
A MUST read for everyone!
- By Barb on 10-29-12
By: Karyl McBride
-
Romancing the Shadow: Illuminating the Dark Side of the Soul
- By: Connie Zweig, Steve Wolf
- Narrated by: Dr. Connie Zweig, Dr. Steve Wolf
- Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins
- Abridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Within each woman and man, the dim cavern of the unconscious holds our forbidden feelings, secret wishes, and creative urges. Over time, these "dark" forces take on a life of their own, forming an intuitively recognizable figure - the shadow. A recurring theme in literature and legend, the shadow is like an invisible twin, a stranger that is us yet is not us. When it acts out in the public domain, we witness our leaders, like hero-villains, fall from grace in scandal.
-
-
its an introduction versus teaching the skill.
- By Kareem Caesar on 06-28-20
By: Connie Zweig, and others
-
Self-Care Habits for Busy Women
- A Guide to Choosing Yourself Every Day, Breaking Free From an Overwhelming Lifestyle, and 6 Steps to Getting Back on Track
- By: Tula Rhodes
- Narrated by: Jane Ghazni
- Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Unfortunately, because of the hectic schedules so many women are shouldering every day, self-care gets pushed to the back burner. But self-care is vital to maintaining your mental health, and there are ways to quickly weave it into your busy schedule.
-
-
Practical and Inspiring Tips for Self-Care
- By Luis NIeto on 03-07-23
By: Tula Rhodes
What listeners say about The Art of Extreme Self-Care
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Jes_074
- 11-23-19
What a kick in the pants
I went to a psychic for a reading and the first thing she told me is why are you not caring for yourself! I told her everything I was doing and she replied back you are not taking care of yourself! Then I receive an email from Hay House with this book in it and I decided it's time to read so I understand what it is I am not doing. I read through the book and immediately found many areas where I am taking care of others but not taking care of myself! Reading through the book and reading the book difficult conversations previously I began having those conversations with people. I explained to people that I have no problems helping them out when I have time. I had to explain to other people that there will no longer be two-hour car drives home. I also learned to avoid conversations that I just didn't need to be part of. I've also stopped playing peacemaker if a grown woman at work wants to throw a temper tantrum like a two-year-old child let her! I simply have begun to walk away.
I loved this book so much I have been hiding it to friends to read! I strongly suggest you read this book cover to cover. Then go through it again monthly to get the most impact! Plus Hay House has a great online course you can take as well!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
4 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Anonymous User
- 02-06-24
Practical advise
The practical advise the author gives are tops! I use it every day! I highly recommend this audiobook
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Brenda646
- 06-05-24
Unexpected but wonderful self care/help!
I’ll admit it, I’m a little obsessed with “self help” books. I’ve read many, and frankly wasn’t sure about this one. When I began listening, the author was talking about her own story and life experiences. This can sometimes be tedious or bore me a bit, but not here. I kept on listening, chapter after chapter!
Cheryl has some good, practical ideas about improving our lives and her ability as a life coach shows. She offers useful life improvement ideas, which she suggests be implemented for a month. Most importantly, she teaches us in a very pragmatic way, the importance of self care. Topics include how to stand up for ourselves. safeguard our health by keeping up with check ups, and overcoming fears, etc. Recommended.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- A Sage
- 03-27-24
why don't they teach this stuff in school?
Love this book! I'm a meditation teacher, used to be yoga teacher and live a life where I try to stay aware of balance between drivev& rest. however, we live in a very demanding world. What we're calling "extreme self care" should be a basic owner's manual taught to kids in school, but our cultures bar is so low, that most of us completely neglect ourselves as a badge of honor. This book is a breath of fresh air as it reminds us of what we already know Intuitively.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
- Aziza T. Aremo
- 09-12-20
Great Book...
I am putting the steps into practice and find this book to be very helpful.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- L. Jarrell
- 01-29-23
a great book, particularly for HSPs
Loved this book on my journey. Reddit after reading all of Michael Singer's books.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Sheryl
- 03-03-25
How important self care really is for navigating life!
Great book for everyone-loved the self care list. Thank you for writing this wonderful book!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Kali
- 01-24-20
First Edition is Better
I LOVED the first edition of this book - it changed my life. When I learned that Cheryl Richardson was updating it, I was so excited to hear what new bits of wisdom she had to offer. Unfortunately, I was really disappointed. First off, I found that the things that I felt were most powerful were minimized or removed all together from this version, and it felt like there was very little new content. She added some of the typical warnings about social media and such, but none of the new content was really new or at all insightful for me. If you already read the first edition, I wouldn't recommend investing in this one. If you are really interested, I would say that it is worth your while to look for the first edition - I believe you will get more out of it.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
6 people found this helpful