Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisAn attachment specialist and a clinical psychologist with neurobiology expertise team up to explore the brain science behind parenting.Trade Review"Brain-based parenting... tries to do something truly amazing – to explain the chemical and emotional brain mechanisms that interact to create and sustain the loving bond parents feel for our children." -- Thinking Parenting

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Book Synopsis"A life-changing read. With warmth, honesty, and storytelling, Lynne turns everything we think we know about money upside down…It's the book we all need right now." —Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Rising StrongTrade Review"To anyone who wants to transform their lives and the world, I give this book my highest recommendation." -- Deepak Chopra"The Soul of Money is an inspired and utterly fascinating book. It will change the way you think about money." -- Jane Goodall"With her gentle, generous, and wise approach to a difficult topic, Lynne guided me through a personal transformation of how I think about money, how I handle money, and what money represents." -- Iyanla Vanzant

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Book SynopsisThis book elaborates an innovative life style intervention program to avoid heart surgery it comprises: yogic exercises, yoga asanas, Pranayam Preksha meditation, stress management and dietary regulation.

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Book SynopsisThrough the compelling stories Dolly shares and the surprising science she reports, Dolly guides each of us closer to being the person we mean to be.Trade Review“Finally: an engaging, evidence-based book about how to battle biases, champion diversity and inclusion, and advocate for those who lack power and privilege. Dolly Chugh makes a convincing case that being an ally isn’t about being a good person—it’s about constantly striving to be a better person.” — Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Give and Take, Originals, and Option B with Sheryl Sandberg “Dolly Chugh helps us identify our ‘platform of privilege’ and guides us on how we can use this and other tools to create positive change. She encourages us to accentuate our strengths and to manage our weaknesses, and forces us to focus on being better and stronger in everything we do.” — Billie Jean King, social justice pioneer and tennis champion “Dolly Chugh has written the most important and actionable book on reducing bias that I have read. Using powerful and enduring findings from research on bias, she explains the reasons we fail to be the person we mean to be and provides prescriptions for managing the pitfalls of our humanness. This deeply personal book is a must-read.” — David Thomas, president of Morehouse College and author of Leading for Equity and Breaking Through “Dolly Chugh applies the power of a growth mindset to work on equity and inclusion at a time when it is much-needed. The Person You Mean to Be is essential reading.” — Carol Dweck, bestselling author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success “This is a book for anyone who thinks of themselves as a pretty decent human being but who knows, deep in their heart, they could be better. A cocktail of stories and science that gets you thinking and, more important, gets you acting.” — Angela Duckworth, founder and CEO of Character Lab, and author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance “In authoritative yet accessible prose, social psychologist Dolly Chugh outlines how we can all make the indispensable shift from being ‘believers’ who live under the ideal of inclusion to being ‘builders’ who live up to that ideal. This book is both guide and gift.” — Kenji Yoshino, author of Speak Now: Marriage Equality on Trial; Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law, NYU School of Law “Never has an author made it so easy to see our blind spots and the downsides of our best intentions. Dolly Chugh’s brilliant lens reveals the invisible, uncomfortable truths of ordinary privilege, yet offers a light that inspires and guides each of us to be the moral, inclusive leader we hope to be.” — Liz Wiseman, New York Times bestselling author of Multipliers and Rookie Smarts

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Book SynopsisCan you learn to be lucky?Self-made millionaire Denise Duffield-Thomas not only believes this is possible, she knows it's possible. From being broke, hating her office job and generally having a life that made her completely miserable, Denise went on to travel the world and make all of her dreams come true within the space of a few years. She attracted more than half a million dollars- worth of free travel, scholarships, prizes and bank errors in her favour, and in this book she reveals how you can do the same.Whether you're already lucky and want to attract even more into your life, or you feel like your luck is just about to run out, Lucky Bitch will show you how to take action in areas of your life that are lacking in magic.With her trademark humour and encouragement, Denise gives clear and effective instructions based on the principles of the Law of Attraction to get you closer to living your dream life. You'll also learn the 'Ten Lucky Bitch Commandments' and how to use them to create luck in all areas of life, including business and money.This book has already changed the lives of tens of thousands of people. Now it has the potential to change yours. If you've been asking for an answer or a miracle, this book is it!Trade Review"I am a massive fan of Denise, her books, and her courses. Down to earth, honest, and at times hilarious, DDT shows us how to create a truly exceptional life."Rebecca Campbell, author of Light is the New Black and Rise Sister Rise"Denise is one of the world's best teacher on the Law of Attraction. Every day she impresses me with her wisdom, business savvy, integrity, and teachings."Leonie Dawson, author of Lessons Every Goddess Must Know and The Shining Year Workbooks"Denise is the ultimate money mindset mentor. With her systems, tools, and tricks to open up your heart and mind to receive the abundance that is your birthright, you can't fail. Everybody needs some Denise in their life."Susie Moore, author of What if it Does Work Out?"Denise is a refreshing voice on money mindset. She writes in a way that is easeful and humorous, and you'll feel like she's right there with you as you put her lessons to work and create a more abundant business and life."Natalie MacNeil, author of She Takes On The World and The Conquer Kit

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Book SynopsisBring your home out of the mess it’s in and learn how to keep it under control.

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Book SynopsisParents are the first to know when their child starts behaving differently. Has your son stopped eating his favorite food, or does he refuse to eat out with friends? Has your daughter drastically increased her exercise regimen, or become obsessed with health foods? These are among the telltale signs that your child, like millions of others, may have an eating disorder (ED). In this essential guide, registered dietitians Casey Crosbie and Wendy Sterling introduce an all-new strategy you can use to help your child at home. The Plate-by-Plate approach is rooted in family-based treatment (FBT)—the leading psychological therapy for EDs. Unlike complicated “exchange” systems, this is simple: Crosbie and Sterling coach you through every aspect of meeting your child’s nutritional needs, using just one tool—a ten-inch plate.

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Book SynopsisShare your life's stories and memories in this thoughtful and easy-to-use keepsake journal. This is a lovely gift to give to a cherished family member, friend, or even to yourself. This guided journal will inspire people to record the unique details and stories of their lives, both for themselves and for those they will one day leave behind. It includes a mix of fill-in-the-blanks, short answer questions, list-making prompts, and ideas for simple sketches or photos which are all designed to create a nuanced portrait of a person's life through reflections, memories, and stories. This gorgeously crafted journal features the whimsical work of papercut artist Sarah Trumbauer throughout.Trade Review"...a beautifully illustrated journal that gives Mom the chance to dive deep into the memories and experiences that make her life so unique. It includes questions, prompts and blank spaces to write and sketch, and will help you learn something new about the woman who helped you become the person you are today."—Seattle Times"...a wonderfully guided journal, perfect for adults who want to record their personal history but aren’t sure where to start."—Vancouver Family Magazine

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Book SynopsisBreakthrough, effective natural medicine approaches to manage and treat Alzheimer's disease.

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Book SynopsisHelps you: tell the difference between a healthy and an unhealthy relationship; have a more loving, fun-filled relationship; enjoy a more vibrant and satisfying sex life; work through most relationship problems; and find the positive and the fun in every relationship stage. This book explodes common relationships and compatibility myths.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: Relationships 101. Chapter 1: Is It a Good Relationship...Or Not? Chapter 2: Taking a Ride on the Cycle of Love. Chapter 3: Is It a Match? Chapter 4: What Makes Someone Compatible? Chapter 5: Finding That Special Someone. Part II: Getting Closer. Chapter 6: Growing More Intimate. Chapter 7: Sex Early in the Relationship. Chapter 8: When (And Why) to Talk Exclusivity. Chapter 9: Is It Time to Cohabit? Part III: Staying In Love---Psychological and Emotional Intimacy. Chapter 10: Come On, Get Happy! Chapter 11: Superglue #1: Good Communication -- The Nuts. Chapter 12: Good Communication: The Bolts. Chapter 13: Good Communication: Putting It All Together. Part IV: Feeding the Flame -- Physical and Sexual Intimacy. Chapter 14: Sexual Baloney. Chapter 15: Superglue #2: Good Sex! Chapter 16: Light That Fire! Part V: Moving Forward Together. Chapter 17: Marriage: The Magic Wand? Chapter 18: Move Forward to Marriage? Chapter 19: Mmmmmmarriage: The M Word. Chapter 20: Relationship Rx. Part VI: Moving Forward Separately. Chapter 21: Breaking Up with Less Pain. Chapter 22: Starting Over. Part VII: The Part of Tens. Chapter 23: Ten (+1) Tips to Successfully Pace a New Relationship. Chapter 24: Ten Ways to Rekindle Your Flame. Appendix A: The Dr. Kate Compatibility Quiz. Appendix B: The Dr. Kate Communication Quiz. Index.

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Book SynopsisSkinny Bitches Can Bake Their Cake - And Eat it Too!Trade ReviewPhysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine(PCRM) pcrm.org 1/13/10 A new PCRM report finds that many cookbooks released or revived in the last decade encourage readers to consume more fattening meat-heavy meals at a time when record obesity rates mean that Americans have never needed more encouragement to eat nutritious low-fat foods. "These high-fat recipes help explain why America's obesity-related medical spending doubled over the past decade," said PCRM nutrition director Susan Levin, M.S., R.D. "You'd need a magnifying glass to find a vegetable in some of these cookbooks. But the good news is that a growing number of chefs are offering tasty meatless recipes that can help us stay trim and healthy." The decade's best cookbooks... The Kind Diet by Alicia Silverstone, Skinny Bitch in the Kitch: Kick-Ass Recipes for Hungry Girls Who Want to Stop Cooking Crap (and Start Looking Hot!) by Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin, The Conscious Cook by Tal Ronnen, The Engine 2 Diet by Rip Esselstyn, Cooking the Whole Foods Way by Christina Pirello.

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Book SynopsisHelp your grandfather preserve his life story and pass it down to your family in this beautiful keepsake memory book. Grandpa's Story is a guided journal thoughtfully designed to help grandfathers record their special memories and share them with their grandchildren and family. Created by bestselling author and artist Korie Herold, this keepsake book offers writing prompts and journaling pages to guide grandfathers along as they record their life's most precious moments. This book is the perfect gift for Father's Day, birthdays, or any time of year for your grandfather. Sections and writing prompts include: * Early Childhood: What was your house like growing up? What were your favourite toys or playtime activities? * School Years: What did you think you wanted to be when you grew up? What were you like as a teenager? * Work and Travel: What was your first job? What family vacations do you remember the most? * Love and Family: What's your best relationship advice? How did you feel when you found out you were going to be a grandfather? * Character and Values: What do you value most in life? What family values do you hope to pass down? * Hypotheticals and Curiosities: What's something you wish you had done differently? What's the best advice you ever received? * Words of Wisdom: Additional space to write letters to your family Special features include: * Elegant linen cover * Acid-free and archival paper * Lay flat design allows you to easily write in the book * Carefully developed designs and prompts allow to you reflect and remember

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Book SynopsisThe Anti-Inflammatory Diet Plan gives you the whole story about anti-inflammatory eating, good intestinal flora, and how to change your lifestyle. Professor and legendary surgeon Stig Bengmark reveals his secrets in this beautifully illustrated, scientifically rigorous guide to living a longer, healthier life. Stig Bengmark is one of the foremost innovators and visionaries in Swedish medicine. After a long and celebrated career in medicine, as he found himself approaching old age, he realized there was no single source out there that could tell him how to simply live healthily. When a discovery is made in the field of nutritional research, fad diets arise, gain momentum, and ultimately get discarded by the public when the next discovery is made – but what does it all mean? Which dietary advice is sound, and which is based on conjecture? In The Anti-Inflammatory Diet Plan, you will find the answer to questions such as: - How do I make sense of anti-inflammatory eating? - What is chronic inflammation, and how can I tell if I have it? - Do I have to stop eating everything that’s tasty in order to live a healthy life? - Should my plate be colour-coded? - What are synbiotics? - What is durra and how can it help me? - How can I set myself up for success when grocery shopping? - Should I want to diet? - Is it possible to lose weight without falling into dangerous restrictions or gaining it all back later? - What good, if any, does exercise even do? - Keto, gluten-free or intermittent fasting – which way of eating is the best, and do I have to choose? For over 30 years professor Stig Bengmark has researched the impact of gut bacteria on general health. He knew of – and applied to his own life! – the benefits of anti-inflammatory eating well before news of it broke to mass audiences. At 90 years old he still lectures, writes and works. Now, his revolution has finally come. In The Anti-Inflammatory Diet Plan—the culmination of his life's work, beautifully illustrated by Sebastian Wadsted—Stig Bengmark shares the results of his research along with all his best advice, easy-to-follow strategy guides and practical recipes to help you make the right choices for you, your body and your lifestyle. In the end, it comes down to nothing less than longevity. Everyone can choose health. Your body, mind and immune system will thank you – as will your grandchildren!

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Book SynopsisThe illustrated guide to profitable, vibrant and sustainable permaculture-based market gardeningTrade ReviewBringing permaculture's holistic thinking to the problems of market farming, Zach Loeks has done this burgeoning economic sector a world of good with his pithy words and lovely drawings. Not a book about carrots, but one in which vegetables, children, customers, trees, vision, and earthworms shape a matrix of success. Business planning was never before this colorful, soulful, or needed for the times. ---Peter Bane, author, The Permaculture Handbook. A commendable permaculture guide. If you're serious about generating a livelihood in partnership with the land, this book is your compass. Zach Loeks details an approach to informed ecological decision-making so close to my own work I can be sure this book will improve agricultural landscapes and lives. ---Jason Gerhardt, permaculture designer, Real Earth Design A legacy of grateful land is surely a memorial that can capture both our imagination and our physical effort. Such a sacred mission deserves the level of thought Zach beckons us to pursue. Engaging in this discovery and planning process is worth the effort, and Zach gives us another tool to engage more strategically. Now get out paper, pencil, ruler, and graph paper. It's that simple, and that rewarding. ---Joel Salatin, Polyface Farm There are few books that delight the senses, satisfy the scientific itch and leave the inner environmentalist contented. I'm indebted to Zach for his work, not only for my own education, but for the many clients that seek a tome of collected wisdom as they embark into their own farming dreams. ---Javan K. Bernakevitch, B. Comn, All Points Land Design Zack strikes me as the guy you want to spend a week on your property. Not just for his company, but to access his wealth of knowledge and experience in learning to understand the natural systems at work in any given landscape. The Permaculture Market Garden is playful in approach yet completely pragmatic in reasoning and methodology and should be seen as the permaculturist's guide to placemaking through Homesteading. This chewy tome of goodness will help you assess the ecology, geological history and potential future of the land you live on and work with. A wonderful guidebook to help anyone- with land big or small -- to thrive not just survive, in tandem with their natural environment. ---Sharon Kallis, author, Common ThreadsTable of Contents Introduction 1 Farm Ecosystem EARTH SYSTEMS AND NATURAL SCIENCE ECOSYSTEM SERVICES 2 Whole Farm Mapping WHY MAP YOUR FARM? 3 Holistic Planning DEFINING THE WHOLE AND MAKING A HOLISTIC GOAL HOLISTIC BUDGETING FOR PROFIT RESILIENCE GUILD ENTERPRISE PRODUCTION 4 Design Management WHY DESIGN? DESIGN MANAGEMENT 5 Our Permabed System THE PERMABED SYSTEM PERMABED PRINCIPLES LAYOUT AND LAND PREPARATION ORGANIZED GARDEN PATTERNING GUILD CROP PRODUCTION GUILD CROP DESIGNS PERMA INVESTMENT Conclusion Glossary Resources Index About the Author About New Society Publishers

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Book SynopsisSENSITIVE, ENGAGING ILLUSTRATIONS. Bee Grandinetti''s approachable illustrations clearly and amusingly depict each emotion so that they can be recognized and explored in a fun, low-pressure wayEDUCATIONAL. Features 48 emotions ranging from happiness and sadness to anger, apathy, and anxiety. Written by Dr Emily Midouhas, a developmental psychologist and associate professor at UCL, specializing in the effects of the social and built environment on the emotional and behavioural problems of children and the mental health of children with special educational needs across childhood and adolescence, particularly children with ADHD and autismEASY TO PLAY. An easy-to-play bingo game for the whole family: be the first to get all 16 emotions on your card to win BINGO!COLLECT THE SERIES. Follows the successes of bestselling Dinosaur Bingo, Scary Bingo, Jungle Bingo, Poo Bingo and more!THE PERFECT GIFT. Beautifully designed, ill

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Book SynopsisGrow your relationship through conversations that make a difference.New York Times bestselling author Susan Scott guides couples through eight must-have conversations to create a fierce love that stands the test of time and grows stronger over the years.Often in our romantic relationships, we long for deep connection, but we don''t know how to communicate well and sometimes withhold what we''re really thinking and feeling. This can lead to fighting, resentment, or, worse, complacency--where you are just going through the motions, more like roommates than two people in love. As Susan writes, It''s as if we''ve pulled off our own wings. As couples, we don''t stop to think how important our conversations are. And we certainly don''t understand that what we talk about and how we talk about it determine whether our relationships will thrive, flatline, or fail.In Fierce Love, Ne

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Book Synopsis• Follows the author’s apprenticeships with masterful teachers, out-of-body experiences, meditation retreats in Asia, martial arts in Japan, facing his trauma at the hands of his father, and his struggles to become emotionally literate • Offers interpretations of his experiences poised as questions, reflections, and inquiries, inviting the reader to participate in what opened for the author on his quest for self-realization, including successes, failures, struggles, and enigmas Sharing profound stories, transformative incidents, and provocative situations from across his more than 7 decades of life, founding elder of the Somatics movement Richard Strozzi-Heckler explores the moments of insight and awakening that have been pivotal in forming his unique perspectives within the fields of embodiment, meditation, aikido, and leadership. Beginning with an early experience with death that revealed the universal principle of impermanence, the author takes us on a rich, textured journey into the inquiry of what it means to embody the mystery of Spirit. As we follow him through apprenticeships with masterful teachers, out-of-body experiences, meditation retreats in Asia, martial arts in Japan, facing his trauma at the hands of his father, and his struggles to become emotionally literate, we’re also taken on a path of learning, healing, and transformation. For each story, the author offers interpretations of his experiences poised as questions, reflections, and inquiries. In this way we are invited to participate on his quest for self-realization, including successes, failures, struggles, and enigmas. A deeply personal and intimate portrayal of a life’s journey through a somatic wisdom, this insightful memoir depicts the immeasurable wealth that teachers, practices, vulnerability, and community can offer the sincere seeker on an embodied spiritual path.Trade Review“In Embodying the Mystery, we are invited on a journey where Richard shows us the pivotal moments in his transformative journey, and it is a profound unveiling. The longing for more that Richard speaks of feels so familiar--there is a path within each of us that can hold, wants to hold, the great mystery. By showing us these intimate moments of learning and opening, Richard opens a portal for us to see both the possibilities of and practices toward our own awakenings.” * Adrienne Maree Brown, author of Emergent Strategy *“Richard shares his journey through healing, learning, and growth into awareness and appreciation of the sacred interconnected web of life. Part memoir, part inquiry, part transmission, it is a beautiful reflection about living consciously in a human body.” * Elizabeth A. Stanley, Ph.D., author Widen the Window *“Embodying the Mystery is a gift of bone-deep wisdom and spirit springing; you’ll find yourself celebrating the wonder and possibility of living in a human body. It is the kind of book that only comes out of a life as deeply lived as Richard’s has been--wonderful to read!” * Ginny Whitelaw, author of Resonate and founder and Roshi of the Institute for Zen Leadership *“Richard Strozzi-Heckler shares his life’s journey with us with inspiring vulnerability and grace. Story after moving story, exquisitely written, reveals the powerful experiences, personal struggles, and healing practices that have shaped him since childhood. How wonderful, how refreshing it is to read the honest questions he continues to ask, as he offers clear wisdom from a life of deep practice. He encourages us all to dig deep, find the treasure within, practice courageously, and share our gifts with the world.” * Linda Holiday, 7th degree Aikido Shihan and author of Journey to the Heart of Aikido *“This book is a gift of love from Richard. A true artist of embodied spirituality, he helps us explore every experience and transition as sacred moments to awaken the divine spark within us. This is a heartfelt book of empowering purpose for the soul in times of crisis and transformation.” * Richard Leider, author of The Power of Purpose *“Do you seek to have a stronger leadership presence? You must become more fully present. Richard Strozzi-Heckler embodies presence, and he generously shares it. This wonderful book traces his fifty-year quest for full presence through the practice of meditation, aikido, and somatics. Embodying the Mystery shows the struggle and growth of one of our great teachers. It will stay with me for years to come.” * Sally Helgesen, author of The Female Advantage and coauthor of How Women Rise *“Perhaps the most profound and valuable teaching in this book is the importance of being fully present in our bodies in order to reify our spirit. This presence nourishes and enables the spirit to be expressed in our lives in very profound ways. Strozzi- Heckler came to this path through his macho upbringing in working-class neighborhoods as a military brat, leading him to explore the martial arts, meditation, and somatics. The mastery of aikido allowed him to find the vulnerability of being fully present. And, in so doing, he discovered the spiritual way of the body.” * Nancy J. Hutson, Ph.D., former senior vice president of Pfizer Global Research and Development *“There isn’t a better teacher for this human moment, amid climate change and pandemic mourning, than Richard Strozzi-Heckler. This book is a guide to awareness and gratitude through seasons of grief and loss. He helps dignify our fear and trains us to live ‘in the mystery’ of all we don’t know.” * Saket Soni, founder of Resilience Force *“What an honor to watch a man who has worked on himself his entire life make his harvest of wisdom. How generous of Richard to share this abundance of insights with us and to share himself so openly through Embodying the Mystery.” * Arkan Lushwala, author of The Time of the Black Jaguar *“What an honor to watch a man who has worked on himself his entire life make his harvest of wisdom. How generous of Richard to share this abundance of insights with us and to share himself so openly through Embodying the Mystery.” * Arkan Lushwala, author of The Time of the Black Jaguar *“In his beautiful prose, Richard shares his personal stories of longing, grief, vulnerability, and 50 years of spiritual practice that took him deeply into the world. Reading it, I found myself welcomed home, invited into the unknown I, too, long for.” * Staci K. Haines, author of The Politics of Trauma and founder of generationFIVE *“Strozzi-Heckler offers us timeless anchors to ground ourselves, adapt, and fully meet our challenges with heartfelt strength and dignity. This life-changing book invites us to pause, take a relaxed breath, and embody our lives to the absolute fullest. Reading this awe-inspiring work will leave you feeling excited and alive. Fortunate are those explorers who venture into Richard’s doorway of wonder and pragmatic wisdom.” * Fred Krawchuk, Colonel (retired), Army Special Forces *“Embodying the Mystery is an eloquently crafted guidebook for exploring human existence. Richard’s stories illustrate an infectious curiosity and teach that with continued practice my world-changing ideas become reality. This is a deeply empowering book. I had to fully exhale to feel it, to be it.” * Lisa Picard, former president and CEO of EQ *Table of ContentsIntroduction Life Fastened to DeathBaba The Friend Embodying the Practice A Broken Leg Not a Broken SpiritDoorway to a More Spacious Consciousness Stepping Outside the Self Out-of-Body Perceptions It’s All Inside You Dignifying Fear and VulnerabilityShining Light on the ShadowThe Descent into Cellular Wisdom GrievingThe Elegance of the Soma Moving the Energy Aikido: The Way of Harmony with Universal EnergyThe Protector of Spirit The Sensation of Longing Maybe It’s WorkingAcknowledgments About the Author

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Book SynopsisPractical guidance for parents and teachers on how to help children with behavioural and attention difficulties.Trade Review'Her meditation techniques are simple, sound, and cleverly age appropriate; whether you try them on your Y10 tutor group, or yourself, you could see some rather astonishing results.'-- Teach Secondary'In an age when children are constantly stimulated and have very little opportunity to practice silence, this book is a welcome contribution.'-- David Lorimer, Scientific and Medical Network Review'In this practical and inspiring book, Lorraine Murray shows how to lead fun and peaceful meditation sessions with children. She provides fun, tactile rhymes for toddlers to help them calm down before bedtime, and suggests ways to help teenagers reduce anxiety … This book is suitable for complete beginners, or those with some experience of relaxation and meditation techniques.'-- Green Parent'This book is well balanced, and it gives a clear background rationale for the use of meditation with children … The book facilitates the reader's understanding of the topic area in an easily accessible way, as well as giving them the skills to be able to use meditation and develop meditations for their children … It would be good for parents to read, as well as benefiting people working with children. The book is easy to read and mostly jargon-free, making it readily accessible.'-- www.youthinmind.infoTable of ContentsIntroduction 91. What is Meditation? 132. Understanding Stress 173. The Benefits of Meditation for Children 224. Creating a Relaxing Environment 295. Energy and Meditation 356. Starting and Finishing Meditations 427. Different Types of Meditation 538. Writing and Developing Your Script 689. Top Tips for Teaching Meditation 8110. Working with Different Age Groups 9411. Meditation with Babies 9812. Meditation for Toddlers 10213. Children with Attention Deficit HyperactivityDisorder (ADHD) 10814. Children on the Autistic Spectrum 12615. Calming Methods for You 14016. Beyond Meditation – Methods and Tools 143Resources 148Acknowledgements 153

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Book SynopsisFully revised and updated second edition. This is your one-stop, definitive resource as you prepare for a secure and comfortable retirement.Investment and personal finance experts Larry Swedroe and Kevin Grogan present uniquely comprehensive coverage of every important aspect you need to think about as you approach retirement, including:Social Security, Medicare, investment planning strategy, portfolio maintenance, preparing your heirs, retirement issues faced by women, the threat of elder financial abuse, going beyond financials to think about your happiness, and much more.These topics are explained with the help of specialists in each subject. And everything is based on the science of investing evidenced with studies from peer-reviewed journals.Overall, this adds up to a complete retirement guide, packed with the latest and best knowledge. Don''t enter your retirement without it.

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Book Synopsis From Heidi Murkoff, author of the world's bestselling pregnancy and parenting books, comes the must-have guide every expectant couple needs before they even conceive - the first step in What to Expect: What to Expect Before You're Expecting. Medical groups now recommend that all hopeful parents plan for baby-making at least three months before they begin trying. And who better to guide want-to-be mums and dads step-by-step through the preconception (and conception) process than Heidi Murkoff?It's all here. Everything couples need to know before sperm and egg meet. Packed with the same kind of reassuring, empathic and practical information and advice that readers have come to expect from What to Expect, only sooner. Which baby-friendly foods to order up (say yes to yams) and which fertility-busters to avoid (see you later, saturated fat); lifestyle adjustments that you'll want to make (cut back on cocktails

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Easy, colorful, full of flavor and vegetable forward, Everyone’s Table will surely be everyone’s favorite cookbook. Having immensely enjoyed Gregory’s fantastic food over the years, I’m so excited for the world to taste exactly what makes him such a favorite on Top Chef.” — Padma Lakshmi, author and host/executive producer of Bravo’s Top Chef and Hulu’s Taste the Nation “Everyone’s Table offers an explosion of flavors from whole food ingredients, infusing spice, texture, and bursts of color into simple, everyday recipes.” — Melissa Urban, CEO of Whole30 and New York Times bestselling author “Chef Gregory’s show-stopping, umami-packed, globally inspired, technicolor dishes are the stuff dreams are made of. I’m over the moon that I can finally cook his genius recipes at home!” — Michelle Tam, New York Times bestselling cookbook author and creator of the Nom Nom Paleo blog “In Everyone's Table, Chef Gregory shares not only his delicious thoughts on food but also provides a blueprint on how to live a healthier life. He intimately shares how he evolved not only as a chef but as a person. There are so many insights that we all can learn from and exciting recipes to replicate at home. Thankful for Chef Gregory for sharing this with us.” — Marcus Samuelsson award-winning chef, restaurateur & author “Everyone's Table celebrates the rich culture of Gregory Gourdet's heritage with seriously good cooking and a global pantry of healthy ingredients. His food is fresh, inventive and bursting with flavor and every dish is free of gluten, dairy, soy and refined sugar. Gregory’s life experiences have transformed his approach to eating and living, and now his delicious journey is documented in these exciting recipes.” — Steven Satterfield, author Root to Leaf, Chef Miller Union “Gregory Gourdet takes us on an emotional journey from wrapping us in a warm blanket as he talks about his Haitian family and roots to his not-so-pretty bout with drugs to his obsession with running and health. A journey that eventually places us all around Everyone's Table. Gregory brings us modern healthy food that's 100% unprocessed, dairy-free, bright, and beautiful with just as much ingredient diversity and elegance. This just may become my #1 go to cookbook.” — Carla Hall, Chef/TV Host “In his book you will find a wealth of information on global flavors, the freshness of the seasons with local and sustainable products. The recipes are bright, full of spice, acidity as well as easy to follow. The influences from his childhood in Haiti, his love of southeast Asian food and his French training are all incorporated into his personal style of cooking. I am so proud of the chef he has become and the lifestyle he has embraced.” — Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Chef, Restaurateur, Cookbook Author and Bon Vivant

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Book Synopsis“These comics perfectly capture what it's like to live with anxiety.” —BuzzFeed Maureen “Marzi” Wilson—the popular Instagram cartoonist behind Introvert Doodles—is back with a brand-new collection of hilarious, relatable, and heartwarming doodles about anxiety that show you that you are not alone. If you struggle with anxiety, you may feel like it’s you against the world all the time. Sometimes, your anxiety can be too much to handle all at once—wouldn’t it be nice to have someone around that understood exactly what you were going through? Meet Marzi! She struggles with anxiety just like you. In Kind of Coping, join Marzi as she (kind of) copes with her own anxiety from day to day, finding the humor in her condition with this collection of funny, encouraging, and supportive comics that show you the best you can do sometimes is just kind of cope—and that’s totally OK! Whether it’s a panic attack or an awkward social snafu, Marzi knows what you are going through. With over 150 full-color doodles that deliver hope and inspiration, unconditional support, and big laughs, let Marzi share her journey with you.Trade Review"These comics perfectly capture what it's like to live with anxiety." —Buzzfeed"Maureen Marzi Wilson is the Instagram cartoonist behind Introvert Doodles, and this book is a collection of her “hilarious, relatable, and heartwarming doodles” that focus on anxiety." —My Modern Met"All too relatable comics about coping with anxiety… Introvert Doodles cartoonist Marzi Wilson offers helpful hacks to get through the day." —HuffPost"An honest look into an anxious introvert's mind." —Introvert, Dear“A super creative way to talk about anxiety… highly recommend.” —The Bookshelf Corner "Hilarious and relatable." —Cosmopolitan

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Book SynopsisThe first clear and faithful guide to the timeless, practical teachings of the Stoic philosopher SenecaTrade Review"Reading Breakfast with Seneca is like sitting down for a good cup of coffee with a wise and compassionate friend." -- Eric Weiner, author of The Socrates Express"This book is the perfect antidote to the commercialism and superficial values of modern times. [Fideler] channels Seneca without distortion and makes him accessible to the twenty-first-century reader." -- Robin Waterfield, translator of Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus"[A] great introduction to both Seneca and Stoicism and will even help those already familiar with these writings to gain more benefit from them." -- Donald Robertson, author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor"The most companionable of the new Stoic books." -- Molly Young - The New York Times"In Breakfast with Seneca [David Fideler] explains his habit of poring over the Roman philosopher with his morning coffee and omelette. Writing with charm and clarity, he argues that Seneca’s philosophy can help us ‘live a happy, flourishing life’." -- Emily Thomas - The Times Literary Supplement

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Book SynopsisIn Impact, 21 women writers consider the effects of concussion on their personal and professional lives. The anthology bears witness to the painstaking work that goes into redefining identity and regaining creative practice after a traumatic event. By sharing their complex and sometimes incomplete healing journeys, these women convey the magnitude of a disability which is often doubted, overlooked, and trivialized, in part because of its invisibility. Impact offers compassion and empathy to all readers and families healing from concussion and other types of trauma. Contributors: Adèle Barclay, Jane Cawthorne, Tracy Wai de Boer, Stephanie Everett, Mary-Jo Fetterly, Rayanne Haines, Jane Harris, Kyla Jamieson, Alexis Kienlen, Claire Lacey, E. D. Morin, Julia Nunes, Shelley Pacholok, Chiedza Pasipanodya, Judy Rebick, Julie Sedivy, Dianah Smith, Carrie Snyder, Kinnie Starr, Amy Stuart, Anna Swanson Available on many channels, including Libro.fm.Trade Review"The personal essays and poetry collected in this anthology edited by activist writers Morin and Cawthorne explore how concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) impact women, and in particular, how suffering a concussion and TBI has affected the individual lives of the various contributing authors.... The anthology is divided into five sections, each bookended with poetry, and includes essays on, e.g., accepting the effects of injury, the challenges of healing, the life changes wrought by concussion, and the struggle for recovery of the creative process.... The essays, written by a diverse group of women writers, were selected with the aim of helping women who have suffered from concussion realize that they are not alone." C. A. Nadon, CHOICE Magazine Summing Up: Recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates. Graduate students, faculty, and professionals. General readers."Recommended reading.... we find it compelling and profoundly accurate." Concussion Alliance newsletter, March 2, 2022Impact: Women Writing After Concussion is an anthology containing the stories of 21 women writers reflecting on how their personal and professional lives have changed following experience with concussion. -- Concussion Alliance, March 2, 2022"The 21 contributors here are strong, capable, accomplished.... Yet their ongoing success was jeopardized by a concussion, a.k.a. TBI (traumatic brain injury). Through this anthology, we step into the realm of the contributors' confusion and turmoil. The journey is at once astonishing, fascinating, troubling and inspiring.... Impact is one of the best anthologies I've ever read. It is not a quick read. Much pain and beauty are in its pages." Doreen Vanderstoop, Alberta Views Magazine, June 2022Table of Contentsxi Brainstorm | how we got here | E. D. Morin & Jane Cawthorne I | WHERE TO BEGIN 3 In Exile I Draw the Tower Card | Kyla Jamieson 5 Lost | Jane Cawthorne 21 It’s Fine, I’m Fine | selections from a one-woman show | Stephanie Everett 43 In the River | Carrie Snyder 55 Another Ordinary Day | Dianah Smith II | AM I GETTING BETTER 61 September | Kyla Jamieson 63 Un/titled | Shelley Pacholok 79 Whet Language | Claire Lacey 95 I was in the back of a taxi that went into a car that rolled a stop sign | Kinnie Starr 111 Losing my mind | Judy Rebick III | NO LONGER THE PERSON I WAS 123 Two Years Post-Injury | Kyla Jamieson 125 How to: Consume Care, Caringly | Chiedza Pasipanodya 131 She Hulk | E. D. Morin 143 No Answers | Alexis Kienlen 155 Concussion, Yoga and Resiliency | Mary-Jo Fetterly V I DREAM OF SWIMMING 169 Kind of Animal | Kyla Jamieson 173 In which skinny dipping temporarily fixes a life | Anna Swanson 187 Finding the Switch | Amy Stuart 195 A Wave of Relief | Tracy Wai de Boer 205 Appearing and Disappearing | a poet gets up from her table | Jane Harris V | CARRIED THROUGH ALL THAT 223 At Least | Kyla Jamieson 225 The Next Hit | Julia Nunes 241 This is Normal | Rayanne Haines 249 And the Sky Was All Violet | Adèle Barclay 263 Disconnections | Julie Sedivy 273 Orca mother drops calf after an unexpected 17 days of mourning | Kyla Jamieson 275 Acknowledgements 277 Notes 281 Contributors

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Book SynopsisA fascinating look into the business and lifestyle philosophy of Jason Kingsley OBE, CEO of Rebellion. Rebellion is one of the world’s most successful independent games developers and also a film and TV production company and publisher. Combining his love of Medieval History and success in business, this unique book will give insight into a modern interpretation of the Knightly Code of Chivalry, the moral system which combined a warrior ethos, knightly piety, and courtly manners, all combining to establish a notion of honour and nobility, in a motivational and aspirational take on how to live life to the fullest.Each chapter will focus on one main chivalric theme, and how it has influenced his philosophy, helped equip him with personal tools to succeed, and how it has maximised his work-life balance. The book will also provide insight into his love for the medieval period and how this complements his professional life.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Those of us who have no doubt that consciousness is the fundamental reality which conceives, constructs, governs, and becomes that which we call physical reality have no doubt that in every moment the world is a mirror of our inner state of being. This book explains with elegant simplicity and practical steps how you can be the author of your life story and manifest your deepest desires and cherished dreams."- Deepak Chopra, M.D."Gabrielle is the real thing. I respect her work immensely."- Dr. Wayne W. Dyer“One brilliant book that helped me out during lockdown is Gabrielle Bernstein’s Super Attractor. Oh my god, that book is game changing!”- Fearne Cotton

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Book SynopsisAn Instant New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, San Francisco Chronicle, and Publishers Weekly Bestseller! A Next Avenue Influencer in Aging 2021#1 Canadian BestsellerJust as she did in her groundbreaking bestseller The Vagina Bible, Dr. Jen Gunter, the internet’s most fearless advocate for women’s health, brings you empowerment through knowledge by countering stubborn myths and misunderstandings about menopause with hard facts, real science, fascinating historical perspective, and expert advice.I feel more equipped to care for my patients, challenge the patriarchy, and empower & educate thanks to her work and advocacy.” —Dr. Danielle Jones (Mama Doctor Jones)“An exhilarating read and a comprehensive review of all things menopause.” —North American Menopause Society “Gynecologi

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Book Synopsis Fight garden pests and increase your yields the natural way with this tried-and-true technique!Planting vegetables and flowers together is one of the oldest ways to create a healthy, bountiful garden. Adding flowers to your food garden improves biodiversity, enhances pollination, and increases the numbers of beneficial pest-eating insects—with the bonus of providing beautiful bouquets of cut flowers to brighten your home and give to your family and friends.Vegetables Love Flowers explains the benefits of interplanting flowers and vegetables; offers detailed advice on how to add a cutting garden of vibrant annuals to your vegetable garden; gives profiles of a range of pollinators and beneficial predators; and provides plenty of general gardening guidance featuring natural methods.Alongside gorgeous garden photography, you’ll learn about:  Garden planning, seed-starting, growing, and harveTrade Review“Vegetables Love Flowers does a marvelous job of taking you down the garden path of the ins and outs of companion planting.” -- Julie Bawden-Davis * Community Table @ Parade.com *“Whether you are a gardener or just enjoy reading about the gardening adventures of others, this book is for you.” * Gardening Products Review *

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Book SynopsisImmersing the reader in Daoist philosophy and its impact on life, this new edition of Vital Breath of the Dao by Master Zhongxian Wu is a fully illustrated guide to qigong, a way of physical and spiritual cultivation, and a way of life. The book includes the historical background, practical application, underlying principles and techniques of Daoist cultivation practices to bolster health and intensify spiritual connection to universal energy. Lineage holder Master Zhongxian Wu uses storytelling and a wealth of practical examples to introduce powerful qigong and internal alchemy methods and offers previously unseen personal stories to deepen his explanation of Daoist philosophy.Trade ReviewThe first edition of The Vital Breath of the Dao, providing as it did a much richer and more rounded view of the Daoist way than anything hitherto published, was the inspiration for the launch of Singing Dragon. This new edition, refined and expanded, speaks even more clearly of the way in which the Daoist arts of cosmology, language, nature, philosophy, poetry, calligraphy, the way of tea, and shamanic Qigong practice are the ingredients in a way of life accessible to all of us seeking a deeper reality. From both an intellectual and a practical point of view, this book can change your life - it certainly changed mine. These practices improve health, temper the mind and the emotions, and deepen one's spiritual life. -- Jessica Kingsley, Founder of Singing Dragon and long-term studentTable of ContentsIntroduction. 1. DaoFaZiRan - The Dao Follows its Natural Way. 2. TianWangHuiHui - The Universal Network. 3. DongXiYuanTong - The Pathway of Ying Yang. 4. Xiang - Symbolism. 5. Shu - Numerology. 6. Li - Theory. 7. XiuDaoJieYao - The Dao of Cultivation. Afterword

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Book SynopsisEasy, indulgent meals that will help you lose weight and boost energy, from the author of Keto Kitchen Following a ketogenic diet can often be very restrictive, with firm guidelines and banned food being the norm. But what if you want to enjoy all the weight-loss, energy-boosting benefits of a keto lifestyle without being so strict on yourself? In Lazy Keto Kitchen, keto devotee Monya Kilian Palmer shows you how you can feel the rewards of a low-carb, high-fat diet while eating a broader range of food than that allowed by the ''Keto Police''. Packed with indulgent recipes including Fried Mozzerella Balls, Sausage and Cauliflower Bake and Salted Caramel Lollies, Lazy Keto Kitchen proves that diet food does not need to be dull food. Still full of essential nutrients and low on carbs, these recipes from the bestselling author of Keto Kitchen will help you to feel great while cutting fewer foods you love out of your life.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Business Book Award (Personal Development) 2020 'Using our Physical Intelligence we can strengthen our cognitive function and alter our mood, emotional responses, stress, confidence and happiness levels at will.' HR magazine'This could be the next big thing.' Talking Business with Aaron Heslehurst, BBC World News'This clever new neuroscience-backed wellness trend will help you take charge of your body, brain, schedule and life.' GLAMOUR MAGAZINE  ''Physical intelligence' is the latest buzzword in wellbeing.' WOMAN & HOME The highly successful four-part strategy for raising your performance at work and home so that you can thrive in a busy, challenging world, from the experts who have worked with Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies across the globe.  Do you wish you could be more focused and productive? Would you like to ensure your most confi

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Book SynopsisWhen a woman prays, something wonderful happens. Not just to the person for whom the prayers are spoken, but also for the person praying.Prayer changes things. It is a stress-reliever. It's a chain-breaker. It's a peace-bringer, and it's necessary for every child of God no matter their age or experience.Throughout history, women have been especially powerful in taking up the mantle of prayer. It is largely the prayers of women that establish the spiritual sanctuary of their family. Praying women warriors fight against oppression and injustice. Their prayers defend the innocent and the untrained. And through their prayers they are seen as shining examples in the darkness of the world.This journal gives you the space to write out your prayers and note how they are answered. It will give you a place to continue your progressive march of empowerment by dreaming like your daughters and praying like your grandmothers.

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