July 26, 2026

“Finding Balance” Textbook

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SERSEA MEDIA EDUCATIONAL SERIES

Finding Balance

English for Stress, Wellness, and Everyday Resilience

An ESL/EFL textbook for adult English learners who want to build the vocabulary, mindfulness skills, soft skills, wellness strategies, and real-world conversation confidence needed to navigate stress and everyday challenges in the United States.

Ioan Elvis Sersea, M.A., M.A.T.

Sersea Media

Table of Contents

Chapter 1  Naming Your Stress: Understanding Emotions and Stress Vocabulary…………………………….. 3

Chapter 2  The Power of the Breath: An Introduction to Mindfulness………………………………………………………. 6

Chapter 3  Bouncing Back: Building Resilience………… 9

Chapter 4  Taking Control: Time Management and Reducing Overload………………………………………………. 12

Chapter 5  Speaking Up: Healthy Communication and Boundaries………………………………………………………….. 15

Chapter 6  Rest and Renewal: Sleep and Physical Wellness……………………………………………………………… 18

Chapter 7  Riding the Wave: Coping with Change and Uncertainty…………………………………………………………. 21

Chapter 8  You Are Not Alone: Building a Support Network………………………………………………………………. 24