Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisWhat can the best teachers in the world tell us about our children? What advice can they give to help us raise happy, confident and caring kids? Teachers spend a lot of time with their pupils - talking and listening to them, observing and guiding them. What can we learn from teachers about helping kids become compassionate, contented and successful grown-ups, as well as conscientious global citizens? In Lessons in Life, Andria Zafirakou - the 2018 Global Teacher Prize winner - talks to 30 of the best teachers in the world willing to share their insight and wisdom, gained from years of working with children of all ages.They include:Ranjitsinh Disale (Global Teacher Prize winner 2020), a primary teacher who turned a cattle shed in the drought-prone village of Paritewadi in India into a school. His many skills include showing his pupils how to broaden their horizon, and to become advocates for change;Peter Tabichi (Global Teacher Prize winner 2019), a maths and physics teacher in the Rift Valley Province in Kenya, regularly impacted by famine, who has found a way to make his students care about their studies and believe in a future they can be part of, despite the hardship all around them.Esther Wojcicki (California Teacher of the Year 2002), a leading American teacher who challenged traditional school rules in her lessons to allow her students to take control, learn to believe in themselves and feel empowered.Andrew Moffat (MBE for services to equality in education 2017), a primary teacher in Birmingham who created a teaching resource called 'Challenging Homophobia in Primary Schools' to help his pupils understand the importance of tolerance and open-mindedness. The result is an inspiring, moving and fascinating read that will help parents identify a child's potential and give them the tools to shine. To know what these incredible teachers know and see what they see is a privilege and a gift.

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Book Synopsis'A genius writer' FABULOUS MAGAZINE· Explore your sensuality· Discover your inner power· Reclaim your sexuality with this gentle and mind-opening journal by sexual priestess and activist Lucy-Anne Holmes.When Lucy-Anne Holmes was in her mid-thirties, she had an epiphany about sex: she realised that she hadn't even skimmed the surface of how fulfilling it could be. So, she took herself on a sexual odyssey. Ten years on, after countless explorations, sex festivals and workshops, she was initiated as a sacred sexual priestess. She now shares everything she has learned about how liberating and empowering sexual self-knowledge can be.Guided by Lucy, on each day of the 28 days you'll be invited to read, to write and to do something around the following themes: Your Love, Your Body, Your Sex, Your Intimacy, Your Desire, Your Pleasure, Your Power, Your Playfulness, Your Surrender, Your Sacredness, Your Vision.This book features a host of activities to discover and play, including: activation mediations, touch practises, sex magic, self-pleasure experiments, sex audits, games to play with friends or lovers, plus opportunities to get creative and express your sexual self through various artforms, and much more.Consider this your own personal pleasure school. Prepare to be wowed and enlightened, inspired and excited as you acquaint yourself with the glorious uniqueness of your sexuality.Praise for Women on Top of the World'Searingly honest ... A beautiful and important work' VANITY FAIR'Holmes has done an admirable job' SUNDAY TIMES'The female gaze at its purest... An important read' SUNDAY INDEPENDENT Praise for Don't Hold My Head Down'Absolutely essential . . . So funny, hopeful, truthful and needed' Caitlin Moran'A must-read. . . will make you laugh yourself silly' Laura Bates'I can't express how much I loved this book. And how evangelical I feel about it. I want to rush out and buy copies for every woman, and actually every man, I know' Caroline Criado-Perez

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Book SynopsisA deeply moving memoir of a young daughter, her dying mother - and the trail of letters and gifts she left behind.

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Book Synopsis'It's a breeze to read and you won't feel so alone at the end of it' Marie Claire It's never too late to grow the f*ck up. And New York Times bestselling author Sarah Knight is here to help! With her no-bullsh*t bible for the modern adult, you'll become more self-aware, self-sufficient and resourceful - and turn grown-up responsibilities into exciting opportunities for making your life easier and more fun. You'll learn:- How to anticipate consequences and orchestrate outcomes- Four keys to effective communication- Strategies for slaying self-care- The perks of being independent and dependableAnd much more!Packed with practical advice and pro-dult tips for everything from balancing your budget to impressing your in-laws, Grow the F*ck Up is the perfect guide for anyone - at any age - who wants to be an adult and get treated like one.SARAH KNIGHT's No F*cks Given Guides have sold over 3 million copies and her TEDx talk has been viewed 10 million times.Trade ReviewJudgement-free and filled with all the advice you wish you'd gotten (or had listened to) from your parents, this is an expectedly irreverent guide to adulting that will help you get your grown-up life firing on all cylinders * Irish Examiner *Busy, breezy and sensible * Westmeath Examiner *Knight has the hard-earned wisdom to get you from total helplessness to reliable resourcefulness * Shemazing *Packed with practical advice tips for life, from balancing your budget to communicating better -- Women’s Running

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Book SynopsisIn a series of 50 accessible essays, Adrian Furnham introduces and explains key theories around clinical and developmental psychology, behaviourism, society and personality, cognitive psychology and individual differences.From understanding emotions to detecting perception, Freud's psychosexual stages to the placebo effect, 50 Psychology Ideas You Really Need to Know is a complete introduction to the most important psychological concepts in history.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully packaged collection of inspirational quotes with a hilariously explicit twist from Sarah Knight's beloved No F*cks Given Guides series In The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving A F*ck Sarah liberated you from people and things that don't make you happy; with Get Your Sh*t Together she provided a tough-love push towards getting organized to achieve your goals; You Do You offered a roadmap to embracing your individuality; Calm the F*ck Down delivered practical solutions for managing ever-more stressful times; and F*ck No! taught you to set boundaries and stick to them with confidence and flair. No F*cks Given: Life-Changing Words to Live By gathers the very best of this no-bullsh*t, life-changing advice into one must-have gift book that enlightens and entertains on every page.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the ancient wisdom of the Chinese zodiac to get lucky in life, work and love.Are you a charismatic tiger, a lucky rabbit or perhaps a witty monkey? Whatever your zodiac animal, this essential beginner's guide to Chinese astrology will help you to understand yourself more deeply and make better decisions in everyday life.This stunningly illustrated, vibrant guide provides a practical and beautiful introduction to the rich, complex tapestry of the Chinese zodiac, and is filled with profound insights to help you navigate career, love and home life.You will learn how each of the 12 animal signs of the zodiac influence our personalities, strengths and weaknesses, and compatibility with others. Within each chapter, there will be advice for readers born in the year of each animal about how to use this self-knowledge to improve their work, friendships and relationships. There are also special features spreads which explore the Legend of the Twelve Animals, the Wheel of Love, Lunar New Year celebrations, and more.

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Book Synopsis'Emotional, insightful, beautifully written. A story of making saves and being saved. The best football book I have read this year.' Henry WinterSir Alex Ferguson looked at Joe Sealey: 'You know your dad saved my career?' Joe replied: 'And you saved his.'More than three decades before, in 1990, Ferguson's managerial career stood at its lowest ebb. After three barren years at Old Trafford, he was facing dismissal. There was just the FA Cup final left. Manchester United were lucky to escape with a 3-3 draw at Wembley. For the replay, Ferguson took the gamble of his life, replacing his long-standing keeper, Jim Leighton, with Les Sealey, on loan from Luton. United won. Ferguson remained, winning another 24 major trophies.Les Sealey would play in another three finals for United. When he died suddenly, aged 43, Les left behind a warm, witty, and detailed autobiography in the form of a Tupperware box full of cassette tapes. His death, however, threw his son, Joe, into a tormented spiral of alcoholism and drug abuse before he was dragged from the brink.On Days Like These, longlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year, is the story of a remarkable double rescue. Of a football club and of a man.'Brings alive early 90s #MUFC & the mad genius of Ferguson' Sam WallaceTrade ReviewThe skilful reworking of an unfinished memoir. A brilliant retelling of Les Sealey's life; and his family's grief. Brings alive early 90s #MUFC & the mad genius of Ferguson. All created from audio cassettes of memories Sealey left behind. Loved it. -- Sam Wallace, The TelegraphEmotional, insightful, beautifully-written book about the 1990 FA Cup final, Les Sealey, Alex Ferguson, Sealey's son Joe and a box full of cassette tapes. A story about making saves and being saved. Best football book I've read this year. -- Henry Winter, The TimesHilarious and heart-tugging in equal measure * The Sun *It isn't just a touching tribute: it also offers a rich portrait of the near-unrecognisable world of English football on the precipice of the Premier League - and the vast riches that would change it forever. * the Telegraph *

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Book Synopsis'Her brilliant, accessible illustrations bring understanding to all the tricks and twists of our complicated brains.' - Nell Frizzell*This box may not contain band aids or antiseptic wipes but it is ready to deliver some urgent care to your brain.*Just like the first aid kit in your glove box or bathroom cabinet, the Emotional First Aid Kit is full of practical tools for looking after yourself and the people you love. Each card focuses on a different topic of mental and emotional wellbeing; with an illustration to help visualize how your brain works, and a practical exercise to restore balance and self-compassion.Either read them at random, using the cards to pay attention to your inner thoughts and feelings, or focus on specific cards that you identify with - no matter your approach these cards will allow you to better understand how your mind works, and help you develop positive coping strategies.'In a world of white noise it is often hard to hear - or even find - the mental health support you need. Emma has a unique way of cutting through to the heart of the issues we all face day-in-day-out.' - Anna Whitehouse'Emma helped me understand my own thoughts.' - Emma Gannon'Emma is relatable, practical and knowledgeable.' - Gemma Bray'Emma has an amazing talent for making evidence-based psychology easy to understand and simple to put into practice.' - Dr Jessamy Hibberd

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Book SynopsisUnexplained weight gain? Loss of libido? New-onset acne? These are just some of the possible signs that something is not right with your hormones. Women often start paying attention to their hormones when they approach menopause, but good hormone health is important throughout our lives. In It's Probably Your Hormones, Dr Mary Ryan, a consultant endocrinologist, explains how, by tackling problems when they arise, we can take control and improve our well-being.The unfortunate truth is that many women struggle to have their health taken seriously and fail to get the support needed to manage debilitating symptoms. In this revelatory and timely book, Dr Mary Ryan shows us how we to recognise issues and balance our hormones with various treatment options, including HRT, diet, sleep and exercise, so that we can live happy, healthy and balanced lives at any age.

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Book Synopsis'These effective, life-changing strategies have the potential to change your chronic pain experiencesinto something more hopeful...The essential information in this book can help you retrain your brain and reset the pain-brain connection' MARIAN T. HANNAN, DSc, MPH, professor of medicine, Harvard Medical School, and professorof epidemiology, Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public HealthAn indispensable guide to the key role your brain plays in processing chronic pain, and the small, simple actions that can make profound changes in how you experience it.Using the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy, you'll try one new evidence-based strategy each day for 30 days, from paced breathing and healthy sleep hacks to mindful walking and acts of kindness. The ones that work best will go into your Thriving Plan, a personalized pain-management tool kit that you design to help you lead a life with less pain, greater purpose, and more joy.Chronic Pain Reset will help you evaluate your pain and its triggers, offering straightforward and often fun strategies to improve it.

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Book SynopsisTurn your dream life into an abundant reality with the power ofmanifestation rituals.This beautifully illustrated oracle book is designed to give you instant daily guidance from the Universe to help you manifest anything you desire, without limits. Whether your concern is about romance, career, health or even everyday decision-making, you can use this book to get clear answers and support. Connect with the messages and rituals either by seeking the answer to a burning question, or picking the affirmation you feel most drawn to today. Each message in the book is accompanied by stunning artwork, guided rituals, journaling prompts and crystal suggestions to help you supercharge your manifesting powers.

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Book SynopsisKnowing how to stay on top of stress is a vital life skill. Manage Your Stress equips you with practical, effective techniques to manage life at uni in a stress-free way. Recognise and understand your body’s response to causes of stress Learn techniques for changing stressful thinking patterns Build your resilience so you can handle stressful situations. Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies. Learn core skills quickly Apply them right away and see results Succeed in your studies and in life Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.Table of ContentsWhat′s the problem with stress? Why do I get stressed? What are stress mindsets? How do I manage my stressful thinking? How can I directly reduce my feelings of stress? How do I cope with the stress of other people? How do I stop procrastinating so I′m no longer stressed? How do I develop stress resiliency?

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Book SynopsisAn accessible, positive study guide for students with dyslexia, this book uses tried-and-tested strategies to empower you to achieve your academic goals. Boost your confidence by learning from other brilliant dyslexic students, and maximise your strengths by learning how to: · Work smart and identify how you learn best · Increase your reading speed · Mind-map effectively · Utilise memory and concentration techniques A message from the author about the book title: ′We understand that many of you don’t want to feel defined by your neurodiversity, but also that it is a part of who you are and your life. After discussion with some of my students we chose this title for its positivity and empowering message. Ultimately this guide is to help you play to your strengths and be a brilliant student – with dyslexia.′ Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies. Learn core skills quickly Apply them right away and see results Succeed in your studies and in life Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.Trade ReviewOn every page, one is assured of Sarah Myhill′s first-hand knowledge and experience of the concerns of the dyslexic student through her ability to put herself in the shoes of the reader. There is much in this book which will be beneficial for all students, whether neurodivergent or not. The use of time is a central theme of the book and one which is addressed through suggestions of ways to prioritise and set goals. The use of student tips and practical ideas, such as mobile phone apps, offer current and engaging advice to help with the struggle of procrastination, fear of writing and problems with concentration. There are also spaces provided for students to reflect and make handwritten notes in the book, creating a personal journal and record of learning that can be referred to, along with a helpful and succinct glossary. Overall, as a non-dyslexic university lecturer, I have discovered through reading this book that there is much I can learn from my dyslexic students and colleagues about their approach to thinking, learning, approaching and depicting problems. -- Dr Sarah Evans-Howe MCIMAccepting dyslexia and being able to navigate my struggles has been a great burden during my years as a student. The book has been great in helping me identify these difficulties with practical skills and tools to tackle them. The activities in the book really push me to look into my development needs which I have not been able to do until now. The breakdown of sections was great when jumping back and forth between key themes throughout, especially when I forget, as we Dyslexics do! The book has been an eye opener to the themes surrounding Dyslexia and helped me understand that not all students tackle their needs the same. For me it will forever be a handbook on how to deal with my Dyslexia and being able to integrate it into my life as opposed to fighting it. A superb, practical and concise book for those students looking for some help and guidance in what can seem like a difficult academic journey. -- Sivan HamdaAn informative, concise and well-structured skills book. Not only is the information relevant but communicated and presented in an accessible and appealing way (...) Now, as a qualified teacher, I read this book with a teacher’s hat. Neurodiversity impacts students and teachers in different yet significant ways and this book provides an insight into the most effective, empowering strategies to combat the feeling of failure and incompetency (often felt by dyslexia). It will remain on my book case for years to come! -- Endorsement - Kristy CoppendaleTable of ContentsWhat is Dyslexia? How Does It Affect My Academic Studies? I Find Organisation and Deadlines Stressful – How Can I Manage My Time Better? How Do I Deal With Procrastination? I Read More Slowly Than My Peers - What Can I Do? My Memory Is Not The Best – How Can I Improve It? How Can Mind Mapping Help Me With My Academic Studies? How Do I Get My Thoughts Organised On Paper? How Can I Improve My Concentration? How Can I Use My Strengths For Academic Success?

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Book Synopsis'Some days I love my body, some days I hate my body, but every day I respect my body.'What does it really feel like when you respect your body? For many of us, a neutral approach to our physical self, based on compassion and acceptance, requires a revolutionary shift in how we think about ourselves.I Am More Than My Body will help you strengthen your relationship with yourself and find balance, steering you away from shame without the pressure of having to love your body at all times. It will introduce a framework to help you practice neutral movement, recognise and arm yourself against bias, act with self-compassion, and navigate your feelings on this journey.A long-time practitioner of the body-neutral approach, Bethany C. Meyers shares their own story together with the experiences and ideas of experts and activists to help us care for our bodies while not having them dictate our worth.

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Book Synopsis'Meijer's portrait is definitive'iNews'Ten Hag may just be the man to bring the glory days back'Daily StarWho is Erik ten Hag? Calm and cool-headed, he ignores critics, follows his own methods and relentlessly pursues perfection on the pitch. His uncanny ability to analyse and solve problems - the 'process' as Ten Hag calls it - has unfailingly led to breakthrough. There is no magic. There is only intelligence at work, personal devotion to players and near-obsessive attention to detail.At Ajax, Ten Hag brooked no dissent and moulded his team into a smoothly operating unit of attack. His team enjoyed an astonishing run, winning three league cups in a row and reaching the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in a quarter of a century. Along the way, they produced some of the brightest and most entertaining football seen in Europe for years.Maarten Meijer's definitive biography follows Erik ten Hag, from his upbringing in the Dutch countryside to his domestic triumphs and European victories. Meijer's book is the ultimate guide to the man with the momentous task of ending a decade of disappointment at Manchester United, and beginning a new era of great and winning football.Trade ReviewMeijer's portrait is definitive * iNews *Erik ten Hag has the Midas touch * Daily Telegraph *Ten Hag's United are unstoppable * The Times *Ten Hag may just be the man to bring the glory days back * Daily Star *Part father figure and part tactical genius, Ten Hag is a perfect fit for United -- The Times

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Book Synopsis'Meijer's portrait is definitive'iNews'Ten Hag may just be the man to bring the glory days back'Daily StarWho is Erik ten Hag? Calm and cool-headed, he ignores critics, follows his own methods and relentlessly pursues perfection on the pitch. His uncanny ability to analyse and solve problems - the 'process' as Ten Hag calls it - has unfailingly led to breakthrough. There is no magic. There is only intelligence at work, personal devotion to players and near-obsessive attention to detail.At Ajax, Ten Hag brooked no dissent and moulded his team into a smoothly operating unit of attack. His team enjoyed an astonishing run, winning three league cups in a row and reaching the Champions League semi-finals for the first time in a quarter of a century. Along the way, they produced some of the brightest and most entertaining football seen in Europe for years. And throughout his first season at Manchester United, he has more than made his mark. He's brought a winning spirit to the club and silverware back to the trophy cabinet.Maarten Meijer's definitive biography follows Erik ten Hag, from his upbringing in the Dutch countryside to his domestic triumphs and European victories. Meijer's book is the ultimate guide to the man with the momentous task of beginning a new era of great and winning football.Trade ReviewMeijer's portrait is definitive * iNews *Erik ten Hag has the Midas touch * Daily Telegraph *Ten Hag's United are unstoppable * The Times *Ten Hag may just be the man to bring the glory days back * Daily Star *Part father figure and part tactical genius, Ten Hag is a perfect fit for United -- The Times

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Book SynopsisIn this essential guide to all things laundry, much-loved online cleaning expert Laura Mountford shows us how we can all do our laundry better, so that we feel happier and calmer every day. With self-care tips to incorporate into your routine and beautiful line drawings throughout, in this book you'll find:- A guide to must-have products & laundry symbols- Instructions on how to wash any clothing/fabric- Troubleshooting for common mistakes- Tips for being more eco-friendly & saving money- and much more!Helping you feel less overwhelmed and full of new ideas that will make you excited to put on your next wash, Live Laugh Laundry is the soothing and useful guide we all need to the life-changing magic of laundry.'My laundry routine has helped me hugely on difficult days - I'd love for it to do the same for you.' Trade ReviewThe book I wish I had when I moved out of home. You'll be nothing but a laundry pro once you've finished this amazing book! -- Sophie Liard (@The Folding Lady)Every washing machine should come with this book as standard! An amazing guide to laundry. Written perfectly in Laura's lovely, friendly tone. -- Emma Conway (@brummymummyof2), author of Will I Ever Pee Alone Again?I love this book. It breaks down the complex world of laundering your clothes, to how to use a washing machine properly and what detergents to use. All this information is set out in a really easy user-friendly way. In my opinion this book is a must in your book collection. -- Richard Pearson, presenter of Channel 5's Filthy House SOS

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Book SynopsisIntroducing the new 'How To...' series from #Merky Books: unlock your potential with our short, practical pocket-sized guides._________________________________How to Calm It: Relax Your MindThis is not your typical book about mindfulness. This book is an insight into how we can learn to process what's going on inside our heads, heal our bodies for the better, and learn to love ourselves. Full with tangible tools, creative exercises and tailored tips. This book is yours to read at your leisure and use when you want. The perfect accompaniment on your journey to detangling your mind, and making a commitment to value yourself each and everyday.Written by Grace VictoryForeword by Black Minds Matter UK_________________________________Designed to inspire and encourage readers to unlock their potential and provoke change, the How To series offers a new model in publishing, helping to break down knowledge barriers and uplift the next generation.Creatively presented and packed with clear, step-by-step, practical advice, this series is essential reading for anyone seeking guidance to thrive in the modern world on their own terms. Curate your bookshelf with these collectible titles.

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Book SynopsisBreathe out your worries and breathe in calm.This friendly support is an essential handbook to help tackle stress, anxiety, and to make everyday living easier for everyone.Breathwork is an ancient practice backed up by modern science. It is not just for the spiritually enlightened! It is a simple but powerful way for everyone to boost their health and happiness.Rebecca Dennis is the UK's leading breath coach, who has helped hundreds of people for over a decade to overcome all kinds of common issues simply using breathing exercises.Dive into bite-size sections with easy, immediately impactful methods to help you with: anxiety and stress, grief, to find happiness and positivity, confidence, focus at work, energy, deeper sleep, stronger immunity and to slow ageing, find resilience and recovering (from illness), as well as family-friendly exercises to help both children and parents.

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Book Synopsis*MAKE VISUAL DETOXING YOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION FOR 2025*'This book is the new Ways of Seeing' Sharmadean Reid 'Necessary reading for everyone who uses the internet' Emma Dabiri 'Brilliant insights ... highly recommended' Christian Busch 'An indispensable guide' Guillaume Cerutti, CEO of Christie's 'Very informative' Laura Whitmore Incredibly timely' Pippa Vosper 'I wish I'd read this book years ago' Josie CoxThe average person sees 10,000 commercial visuals a day. Yet, research shows we can only process around 1% of this information. If a picture is worth a thousand words, how is this overload affecting our state of mind?In The Visual Detox, art expert and businesswoman Marine Tanguy explains how the imagery we encounter shapes our wellbeing. Providing a framework to critically analyse images, combat information overload and navigate our increasingly visual world, she teaches how to: learn the type of thinker you are (spatial, visual, verbal?); understand our brains' interpretation of visual language; decode the subtle negative messages in popular culture; devise tiny hacks to drown out the online noise curate your surroundings to create soothing spaces. This essential guide to visual decluttering combines science with fascinating case studies to empower you to reclaim your focus, peace of mind and sense of wonder.

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Book SynopsisIncreasing evidence suggests that hidden, low-level inflammation may be the number one cause of modern disease. Shilpa Ravella, an expert in nutrition and the gut, explains why our immune systems are turning against us and what we might do about it.'Controlling inflammation is the key to good health and this beautifully written and researched book is the best way to understand it' TIM SPECTOR, #1 bestselling author of Food for Life'A beautiful and authoritative dive into one of the most important scientific frontiers of our time' DANIEL M. DAVIS, Professor of Immunology and author of The Beautiful Cure___Inflammation is the body's response to injury and foreign microbes. But as our environments and diets have changed, low-level inflammation, simmering quietly and undetected, has been identified behind everything from heart disease and cancer to mysterious autoimmune conditions.Shilpa Ravella is a doctor at the forefront of this field, specialising in gut transplants, nutrition and the microbiome. In A Silent Fire she interweaves the latest research with unusual case studies from her own practice and the history of immunology to explain what we know about this elusive phenomenon. She debunks common myths about 'anti-inflammatory' lifestyles and explains the simple principles by which we can reform our relationship with food and our microbiomes to benefit our health.___'As gripping as a mystery story and as useful as a self-help book' BEE WILSON, author of First Bite'Compelling, thoughtful and rigorously researched' The TimesTrade ReviewAs gripping as a mystery story and as useful as a self-help book, A Silent Fire may change the way you eat as well as opening your eyes to the hidden connections between microbes and medicine, the food we eat and the air we breathe * Bee Wilson, author of First Bite and The Way We Eat Now *Controlling Inflammation is the key to good health and this beautifully written and researched book is the best way to understand itCompelling, thoughtful and rigorously researched ... Ravella fuses scientific history with something more in the line of a self-help guide ... if your new year's resolution involves a promise to take care of yourself, this book might just help it stick too * The Times *A beautiful and authoritative deep dive into one of the most important scientific frontiers of our time. Big new ideas in health and medicine are explained brilliantly, using case studies, history and cutting-edge research. Every page is fascinating * Daniel M. Davis, author of The Beautiful Cure and The Secret Body *A must read ... Shilpa Ravella, a gastroenterologist with a writer's gift for translating complex science into clean, beautiful prose, is the perfect person to tell this gripping taleRavella's fascinating exploration of the body food, and history will sweep you up ... A book that could not only reshape readers' understanding of their own systems and choices but possibly medicine itselfA spellbinding tale ... unveils how the two-edged sword of inflammation shapes the past, present, and future of our healthAn enlightening dive into the medical science at the root of the modern epidemic of chronic diseases and what it all means for healthy eatingAccessible and engaging, [winds] together a wonderful historical perspective with cutting-edge scienceA fascinating primer on the crucial role of inflammation in our bodies ... Ravella's writing style keeps even the most dense page engaging. She breathes life into biological functions ... [this] book is perfect for those looking to delve deeper into the history and intricate workings of immunology, diet and disease * New Scientist *[A] fascinating, case-oriented, story of inflammation, diet and disease * Nature *

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Book SynopsisHelen L. Ball is Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Durham Infancy & Sleep Centre. She pioneers the translation of academic research on infant sleep into evidence for use by parents and healthcare staff via BASIS - the Baby Sleep Information Source website. She serves as Associate Editor of the journal Sleep Health, Chair of the Lullaby Trust Grants Committee, and a member of the Scientific Advisory Board. In 2013 Helen received an award for Outstanding Impact in Society from the Economic and Social Research Council, and in 2018 Durham University was awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for her research and outreach on parent-infant sleep.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing the new 'How To...' series from #Merky Books: unlock your potential with our short, practical pocket-sized guides._______________________________________________________How To Save It: Fix Your FinancesFixing your finances starts with facing your finances.This indispensable guide will help you confront the awkwardness of having conversations about your money and what to do with it.In seven accessible chapters' financial wellness guru Bola Sol, will guide you through all your money essentials - from saving, to budgeting, dealing with your debt, building your credit, and taking your first steps to investingPacked with practical tips and straightforward advice, this is the book that will change your relationship with money for the better.Written by Bola SolForeword Moneybox_______________________________________________________Designed to inspire and encourage readers to unlock their potential and provoke change, the How To series offers a new model in publishing, helping to break down knowledge barriers and uplift the next generation.Creatively presented and packed with clear, step-by-step, practical advice, this series is essential reading for anyone seeking guidance to thrive in the modern world. Curate your bookshelf with these collectible titles.

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Book SynopsisAre you looking for a way to reignite your fitness and feel amazing in yourself? Embark on a four-week reboot journey with Sweat’s head trainer Kayla as she guides you through a powerful plan for your mind and body:Week 1: MindsetWeek 2: MovementWeek 3: MotivationWeek 4: MomentumIn just four weeks, you’ll boost your energy and confidence as you set up long-term healthy habits to help you feel your best – inside and out.A complete reset toolkit backed by the expertise of Sweat, this book is packed with:- Accessible workout plans to meet you at your fitness level – and build beyond- Step-by-step mobility and strength exercises- 30 nourishing and easy-to-make recipes to inspire every meal of the day- Weekly meal planners- Pep talks from Kayla and her top tips for reboot success- Daily prompted journal pages to tap into the power of a positive mindset.Commit to yourself and hit reboot with Kayla by your side. From here on, every move you make is another step towards the best version of you.

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Book SynopsisMOLLY RODEN WINTER was raised in Evanston, Illinois, and lives in Park Slope, Brooklyn, with her husband and two sons. Her personal essays have appeared in The Cut, Time Magazine, Romper, and elsewhere. She is half of the guitar-playing, song-writing duo House of Mirth. Her website is www.mollyrodenwinter.com.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever spent 10 minutes looking for your reading glasses, and they were on the top of your head? Or, have you walked into a room and forgotten why you went there? Most people, even younger ones, have had these experiences but when should such instances be something of concern? What are the normal signs of aging? Is there anything you can do to maintain your brain health as you age? Brain Health as Your Ageprovides useful, achievable actions you can take to reduce your risk of brain function decline, accurate information about identifying problems, and real solutions. The authors offer useful anecdotes and scientifically validated information -- important tools in separating myth from reality. The authors separate fact from fiction to ensure that recommendations are evidence-based, practical, useful, achievable, and measurable. Written by a world-renowned cognitive specialist, an extraordinary house call physician, and an award-winning author on eldercare issues, this book addresses both normal and abnormal decline and best practices for addressing both. Brain health, cognitive impairment, and mood disorders are serious issues. This book is an accessible starting point for understanding healthy brain aging and when to seek help. It’s never too soon to start preventing cognitive decline, or understanding it once it’s begun, and this book offers the perfect entry point for readers young and old.Trade ReviewStarred Review: Changes in brain function are an inevitable part of the aging process, but what is normal and what signals a problem? Internist Simmons, neuropsychologist William E. Mansbach, and eldercare expert Jodi Lyons provide a wealth of information, beginning with a brief overview of the brain's anatomy and physiology, followed by a discussion of both normal and abnormal aging signs. Delirium, different types of dementia, diagnosis and treatment options, along with case histories provide readers with facts that are easy to understand. They also detail methods for lowering the risk of cognitive decline with diet, exercise, and proper health care. Chapters on managing expectations, caregiving, and sexuality, in addition to a glossary and reading list, provide further helpful material. An excellent resource for public and consumer health libraries as well as for caregivers. * Library Journal *Since we are all living longer, it’s time for us to pay as much attention to our brains as we do to our bodies. Brain Health as You Age is a perfect first step. It’s a concise and practical guide to knowing the essentials of what can both harm and help this most precious organ. -- Marc E. Agronin, author of The Dementia Caregiver: A Guide to Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Neurocognitive DisordersWe have all had those moments where we walk into another room and forget why we are there. Readers both young and old will find useful information backed up by scientific evidence to learn the best ways to reduce brain function decline. * Jacksonville Journal-Courier *Table of ContentsChapter 1: Why Do We Care About Brain Health? Chapter 2: What Is Your Brain, and How Does It Work? Chapter 3: The Aging Brain: What's Normal, What's Not Chapter 4: Warning Signs That Something Is Not Right Chapter 5: Delirium Chapter 6: Sudden Confusion: A Case Example of Delirium Chapter 7: Defining the Dementing Diseases Chapter 8: Other Insults to the Brain Chapter 9: Lowering Your Risk for Cognitive Decline and Dementia Chapter 10: Examples of Specific Cognitive Exercises to Lower Your Risk Chapter 11: Managing Expectations Chapter 12: Sexuality in Normal Aging and Dementia Chapter 13: Practical Advice for People with Dementia and Their Caregivers Chapter 14: Advice in the Case of Stroke or Other Sudden Onset Cognitive Problems Chapter 15: Caregiver Survival Guide Chapter 16: Tales from the Other Side of the Bed: A Patient's Perspective

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Book SynopsisIt’s time for a new approach to environmentalism that focusses on practical solutions rather than problems and speaks to ordinary citizens in simple terms. This clear, positive, and non-partisan guidebook offers Top 10 lists that will help individuals and organizations save money while taking aim at the source of most of our carbon emissions. Reviewing proven and unproven technologies and government programs, it explores opportunities for homeowners, governments, corporations, media, and others. While BF Nagy evaluates clean technology progress to date, he does not dwell on doom and gloom, seek to shame or scold, or propose unlikely overnight lifestyle upheavals. Instead he prioritizes everyday actions and reviews the paybacks and effectiveness of clean building technologies and vehicles, government/utility incentives, and finance structures. Organized for both quick reference and deep dives into the nuts and bolts of saving the plant from environmental ruin, The Clean Energy Age contains specific sections for individuals and organizations using appropriate language and exploring current trends and issues for homeowners, regional and local governments, small businesses, large corporations, investors, politicians, civil servants, urban planners, media people, entertainers, teachers, transportation people, medical professionals, manufacturers, farmers, and others. In addition to technology and government programs it reviews current clean tech business and economic realities and insights into what we can expect in the future. It explores electric vehicles, net-zero smart homes, the Internet of things, smart grids, solar, wind, and geothermal. Each Top 10 list offers detailed explanations as well as a simple, summary format. Other chapters on buildings, electricity, transportation, investment, business, politics & economics, government, and unproven technologies, provide support for the information found in the Top 10 lists and success stories accumulated during consultations with clean technology, government and business specialists. Organized for easy-access by people in different segments, there is something for everyone looking to combat climate change in these pages.Trade ReviewWhat makes The Clean Energy Economy really unique is its readable focus on how a range of decision-makers, from individuals to business managers and government officials, can take practical steps to move smoothly toward a safer, green energy future. Highly Recommended. -- Steven A. Leibo, Ph.D., Harvard University and the Sage CollegesA good motivator and guide for the person interested in climate change initiatives who doesn’t know where to begin. -- Joanne Kravetz, UCLA architecture professor & LEED architectBF Nagy’s practical guide to averting the worst of the climate crisis is a must read. His how-to list of solutions that benefit our economy and environment will inspire the change we desperately want and need. -- Michael Schreiner, Leader, Green Party of OntarioClimate change is one problem with many causes and numerous solutions. BF Nagy has written the book I’ve wanted to write for 20 years. It will fill you with confidence that climate change can be overcome. -- John Bennett, Friends of the Earth Canada, Sierra ClubA practical guide to tackle climate change, The Clean Energy Economy is timely, comprehensive, and should be read by anyone who cares about saving our planet for future generations. -- Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Member of Parliament & Canada's representative at the UN for sustainable development goal 14A clear-eyed view of the stuff that really needs to happen, with lots of ideas of just what might be possible to do. I don't think there was really anything I didn't agree with. The writing is also good...very comprehensive, and the commentaries and summaries are done well…helpful and valuable. -- Michael Berrill, Author & Professor Emeritus of Biology at Trent UniversityAfter more than 20 years in the environment and energy management field, I have come across a number of good books written by experts for experts. The Clean Energy Age is a practical, how-to guide for the average person who understands we have a problem and wants to do their part to mitigate climate change. The Top 10 Lists are great! -- Scott McKenzie, Project Manager, Environment & Energy Division, City of TorontoTable of ContentsChapter 1: Top 10 Lists Chapter 2: Buildings Chapter 3: Electricity Chapter 4: Transportation Chapter 5: Investment Chapter 6: Business Chapter 7: Politics and Economics Chapter 8: Government Chapter 9: Unproven Technology

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the media and journalism field! If you are interested in a career in media or journalism, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Media and Journalism Professionals: A Practical Career Guide, which includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers the following areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. Editor in Chief Editor/Senior Editor Copy Editor Proofreader Reporter Correspondent Broadcast Journalist Photo Journalist Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career in Media and Journalism?Chapter 2Forming a Career Plan in Media and JournalismChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Pursuing a Professional Media and Journalism CareerNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesBibliographyAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the writers and authors field! If you are interested in a career as a writer or author, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Writers and Authors: A Practical Career Guide, which includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers the following areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. Biographers Bloggers Content writers Copywriters Novelists Playwrights Screenwriters Speechwriters Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career in Writing?Chapter 2Forming a Career PlanChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Pursuing a Professional CareerNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesBibliographyAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisTame your toddler with seven key shifts in mindset that will help you parent with clarity, calmness, and self-control Through stories from her practice, Claire Lerner shows parents how making critical mindshifts—seeing their children’s behaviors through a new lens —empowers parents to solve their most vexing childrearing challenges. This process puts parents back in the driver’s seat, where they belong and where their children need them to be. These real life stories provide a roadmap for how to tune into the root causes of children’s behavior and how to create and implement strategies that are tailored to the unique needs of each child and family. Through these stories, Claire provides a treasure trove of practical solutions that are based in science and which work in real life. Why Is My Child In Charge? picks up where other books have left parents hanging. Most parenting books offer solutions that sound good on paper but don’t work in practice. They are aspirational rather than achievable, or they offer one-size-fits-all approaches that don’t meet the needs of an individual child. They can compound parents’ feelings of frustration and thus, can be counterproductive. Case by case, Claire unpacks the individualized process she guides parents through to solve the most common challenges such as throwing tantrums in public; delaying bedtime for hours; refusing to participate in family mealtimes; and resisting potty training. Employing a relatable story-telling approach, Claire elucidates: The faulty mindsets that pose obstacles to parents seeing the situation more objectively The essential mindshifts that enable parents to quickly identify the root causes of the problem The Development of an action plan tailored to each unique child and family Why is My Child in Charge? Is like having a child development specialist in your home. It shows how you can develop “win-win” strategies that translate into adaptable, happy kids and calm, connected and in-control parents. It will help you be the parent you want to be.

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Book SynopsisOffers ways to upgrade creativity while practicing mindfulness so that anyone can achieve breakthroughs in any area of their life. Looking to upgrade your creative abilities? Core Creativity offers ways to go beyond the limitations of ordinary creativity to access the core creativity that comes from the very center of your being: the depths of your unconscious. Ronald Alexander has decades of experience working with core creatives—artists who regularly draw on deep creativity and have learned what to do when the well seems to have run dry. Using mindfulness practice, meditation and visualizations, and habits and mindsets of highly creative people, anyone can experience the flow of ideas as if from an infinitely abundant source. Core Creativity employs stories of ordinary but highly creative people alongside the latest research that helps people get unstuck. Too often, the mind’s Wi-Fi signal is too weak for the really big ideas to load, but Core Creativity offers readers help with establishing a mindfulness practice; exercises for enhancing creativity and fostering better decision-making; key insights from personal interviews with highly creative artists including music producer Val Garay, director Amy Ziering, and actor Denis Quaid; and guidance for reclaiming your creative self so you can achieve profound transformation. Core creativity allows you to come up with ideas that are both fresh and original and experience such a deep state of creative flow that it might feel as if you only played a minor role in the process of creativity. For anyone seeking to enhance their creative abilities and achieve their goals, Core Creativity presents the possibility of genuine breakthroughs. Table of ContentsAcknowledgementsChapter 1: The Deepest Creativity Comes from Your CoreChapter 2: Before You Say Hello, Say Good-ByeChapter 3: Reclaim Your Creative SelfChapter 4: Support and CollaborationChapter 5: Absorbing Creative Stimulation and Getting into Open Mind ConsciousnessChapter 6: Generating Ideas and Other Ways into Open MindChapter 7: Mind-sets and Habits of Highly Creative PeopleChapter 8: Meditation, Medication, and PsychedelicsChapter 9: Mindful Decision MakingChapter 10: The Core Creativity Action PlanResourcesBibliographyNotesIndexAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the electrician’s field! If you are interested in a career as an electrician, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Electricions: A Practical Career Guide, which includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers the following areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. Residential Electrician Commercial Electrician Electrical Contractor Electrical Inspector Automotive Electrician Table of ContentsContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career as an Electrician?Chapter 2Forming a Career PlanChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Writing Your Résumé and InterviewingNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesBibliographyAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the financial management professionals! If you are interested in a career as financial manager or moving up into that role, you’ve come to the right book. So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more.Financial Managerst: A Practical Career Guide includes interviews with knowledgeable professionals in this stable, lucrative, and growing profession: Chief Financial Officer Credit Manager Financial Center Manager Insurance Manager Risk Manager Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career as a Financial Manager?Chapter 2Forming a Career Plan in Financial ManagementChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Pursuing a Professional Financial Manager CareerNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesBibliographyAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisIn Love and Freedom, Jorge Ferrer proposes a paradigm shift in how romantic relationships are conceptualized, a step forward in the evolution of modern relationships. In the same way that the transgender movement surmounted the gender binary, Ferrer defines how a parallel step can—and should—be taken with the relational style binary. This book offers the first systematic discussion of relationship modes beyond monogamy and polyamory, as well as introduces the notion of “relational freedom” as the capability to choose one’s relational style free from biological, psychological, and sociocultural conditionings. To achieve these goals, Ferrer first discusses a number of critical categories—specifically, monopride/polyphobia, and polypride/monophobia—that mediate the contemporary “mono–poly wars,” that is, the predicament of mutual competition among monogamists and polyamorists. The ideological nature of these “mono–poly wars” is demonstrated through a review of available empirical literature on the psychological health and relationship quality of monogamous and polyamorous individuals and couples. Then, after showing how monogamy and polyamory ultimately reinforce each other, Ferrer articulates three relational pathways to living in-between, through, and beyond the mono/poly binary: fluidity, hybridity, and transcendence. Moving beyond that binary opens a fuzzy, liminal, and multivocal relational space that Ferrer calls novogamy. In this groundbreaking book, readers will learn practical tools to not only transform jealousy, but also enhance their relational freedom while being aware of key issues of diversity and social justice. They will also learn novel criteria to evaluate the success of their intimate relationships, and be introduced to a transformed vision of romantic love beyond both monocentrism and emerging polynormativities.Trade ReviewJorge N. Ferrer's Love and Freedom is a powerful, thought-provoking book, and a very welcome addition to the literature on consensual non-monogamy, and relationships more broadly. Written in a highly engaging and well-informed style, this book contains much of interest to the academic reader while being accessible to activists and general readers as well. Ferrer provides a timely overview on the relationship literature and the ways in which monogamy and polyamory have generally been framed, before heading into binary-busting territory. The divisions between monogamy and non-monogamy, jealousy and compersion, and love and freedom themselves, are all opened up for enjoyable and important exploration and challenge. Drawing on theory and research from biological science through to Buddhist philosophy, Ferrer suggests ways in which we could all occupy more fluid and transbinary positions in relation to love, engage in contemplative practices in order to experience love differently, and cultivate relationships which enable both interconnectedness and personal freedom. -- Meg-John Barker, author, The Psychology of SexLike previous groundbreaking works that have suggested a blurring of established and cherished identity categories, Jorge Ferrer’s Love and Freedom boldly introduces the notion of “relational freedom” into the collective consciousness. The central premise of this book is refreshing: the idea that style of connection—monogamous, polyamorous, even asexual or aromantic—might not be fixed or essential personality categories, but rather stops along a long, personal road, perhaps even (for some) facets of more complicated orientations (e.g., monogamish, ambisexual, or Ferrer’s proposed frame of the fuzzy, liminal, queered relational space of “novogamy”). This provocative volume cuts across multiple politics and investments in a way that might cause both monogamous and nonmonogamous alike to clutch their pearls, and for that alone it is worth the read. -- Nathan Rambukkana, author, Fraught Intimacies: Non/Monogamy in the Public SphereI read this book with a sigh of relief and renewed energy that the study and living of consensual non-monogamies is not heading down the monogamist track of binary, division, fixity and hierarchy. All too soon social movements meant to enlarge and embrace fluidity and possibility in our intimate lives may become entrenched in having to pick a new term for one's relationship and stick to it for life. We know where that too often ends up for too many relationships in coerced monogamy, and we don’t want to repeat that in the exploration of relationship diversity across the lifespan, place, and contexts. Bring on what Jorge calls novogamy with its freedoms and ethics, its possibilities and care! -- Maria Pallota-Chiarolli, author, Border Sexualities, Border Families in Schools

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the substance abuse counselor field! If you are interested in a career as a substance abuse counselor, you’ve come to the right book. What exactly do these people do on the job every day? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Substance Abuse Counselors: A Practical Career Guide includes interviews with substance abuse counselors.Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career as a Substance Abuse Counselor?Chapter 2Forming a Career Plan as a Substance Abuse CounselorChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Pursuing a Professional Substance Abuse Counselor CareerNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesBibliographyAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the medical technician field! If you are interested in a career as a medical technician, you’ve come to the right book. What exactly do these people do on the job every day? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. Medical Technicians: A Practical Career Guide, which includes interviews with professionals in this field book covers the following medical technician careers. Cardiovascular Technologists (ECG or EKG Technicians) Nuclear Medicine Technologists Phlebotomy Technicians Laboratory Technicians Surgical Technologists Radiologic Technologists (x-ray, MRI, and CT Technicians) Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1Why Choose a Career as a Medical Technician?Chapter 2Forming a Career Plan as a Medical TechnicianChapter 3Pursuing the Education PathChapter 4Pursuing a Professional Medical Technician CareerNotesGlossaryFurther ResourcesAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisOffers practical and achievable prevention strategies for senior moments. Some senior moments are what they seem—brain glitches no more concerning than realizing the problem arose because of something easily fixable such as wearing hearing aids. But others are the result of complex information processing errors. Unfortunately, until Preventing Senior Moments, no book or article offered research-based strategies for preventing senior moments that range from forgetting appointments to becoming disorientated.People tormented with an ailment—physical or emotional—do not want general suggestions for alleviating it. They seek something that describes the problem in detail, determines its seriousness, and offers advice that is specific, relevant, immediate, and long-lasting. Preventing Senior Moments offers all four. Using real life, relatable stories, Stan Goldberg reveals the processes behind senior moments, how to recognize the signs, and strategies for preventing them.

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Book Synopsis[A] powerful treatise on creating a more accepting world. Publishers Weekly, Starred ReviewNo matter who we are or where we come from, we all play on the same playground. There are certain collective societal messages we hear growing up that we either consciously or subconsciously believe. As a result, we develop certain belief systems from which we operate our lives. Raising LGBTQ Allies sheds light on the deeper, multi-faceted layers of homophobia. It opens up a conversation with parents around the possibility they may have an LGBTQ child, and shows how heteronormativity can be harmful if not addressed clearly and early. Although not every parent will have an LGBTQ child, their child will jump rope or play tag with a child who is LGBTQ.By showing readers the importance of having open and authentic conversations with children at a young age, Chris Tompkins walks parents through the many ways they can prevent new generations from adopting homophobic and transphobic beliefs, while helping them explore their own subconscious biases.Offering specific actions parents, family members, and caregivers can take to help navigate conversations, address heteronormativity, and challenge societal beliefs, Raising LGBTQ Allies serves as a guide to help normalize being LGBTQ from a young age. Creating allies and a world where closets don't exist happens one child at a time. And it begins with each of us and what we say, as much as what we choose not to say.

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Book SynopsisAn easy-to-implement guide to help parents raise tech-savvy children with healthy and safe online habits from the start.Today's youngest children are experiencing technology more intensely than any generation before them. The opportunities are greatbut so are the dangers. How do parents and educators prepare this new generation to be safe and responsible online? How can they raise young children with a healthy digital balance? In Technology for Littles, parent, practitioner, and founder of Digital Respons-Ability Carrie Rogers-Whitehead combines decades of research on child development with practical tools for parents to help them raise healthy, responsible, and safe internet users at home. And because schools don't typically start digital literacy until third grade or older, this book focuses on helping parents of younger children implement online safety at home from the time a toddler first picks up a smart phone. Packed full of songs, strategies, resource lists, and more, Technology for Littles equips parents to fearlessly tackle tech and create habits and routines that will help children grow to be healthy yet tech-savvy humans in a digital world.

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Book SynopsisA #2 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Tom Segura is known for his twisted takes and irreverent comedic voice. But after a few years of crazy tours and churning out podcasts weekly, all while parenting two young children, he desperately needs a second to himself. It's not that he hates his friends and family - he's not a monster - he's just beat, which is why his son's (ruthless) first full sentence, "I'd like to play alone, please," has since become his mantra. In this collection of stories, Tom combines his signature curmudgeonly humor with a revealing look at some of the ridiculous situations that shaped him and the ludicrous characters who always seem to seek him out. The stories feature hilarious anecdotes about Tom's time on the road, including some surreal encounters with celebrities at airports; his unfiltered South American family; the trials and tribulations of parenting young children with bizarrely morbid interests; and, perhaps most memorably, experiences with his dad who, like any good Baby Boomer father, loves to talk about his bowel movements and share graphic Vietnam stories at inappropriate moments. All of this is enough to make anyone want some peace and quiet. I'D LIKE TO PLAY ALONE, PLEASE will have readers laughing out loud and nodding in agreement with Segura's message: in a world where everyone is increasingly insane, sometimes you just need to be alone.

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Book SynopsisCombining his signature curmudgeonly humor with, as Newsweek put it, a "silly approach to upsetting topics," Tom Segura presents a series of personal stories packed with the crazy characters and strong opinions fans have come to know and love from his podcasts and standup.The essays in I'd Like to Play Alone, Please feature comedic tales from Tom's time on the road, his marriage, the trials and tribulations of parenting young children and, perhaps most memorably, his dad who, like any good Baby Boomer father, likes to talk about his bowel movements and share graphic Vietnam stories at inappropriate moments. It's enough to make anyone want some peace and quiet. This book will have readers laughing out loud and nodding in agreement with Segura's central message: in a world where everyone is increasingly insane, sometimes you just need to be alone.

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