Health & Wellbeing Books

Book SynopsisOver 90 healing stories for telling during difficult times, written and collated by acclaimed therapeutic storyteller Susan Perrow, including 30 contributions from different cultures and countries worldwide. The book covers issues of grief, bereavement, separation and loss. Chapters include: Loss of a Loved One; Loss of Place; Loss of Family Connection; Loss of a Pet; Loss of Health and Well-being; Other Kinds of Loss; Environmental Grief and Loss; Cycles of Life and Change; plus Patterns and Templates for Extension Activities (provided for some of the stories).The stories in this book are deeply tender, consoling gifts for children and adults who are wounded by overwhelming loss. They matter. A lot. Alida Gersie Ph.D. author of Storymaking in Bereavement. Dragons Fight in the Meadow.Grief is inevitable for everyone. Experiencing some kind of bereavement is something that none of us can avoid. So why are we so afraid to talk about it? This hopeful and uplifting book helps children and families make meaning after loss. It offers a grief toolkit' for sharing stories about a subject so often shrouded in silence and discomfort.Jane Harris, The Good Grief Project

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Book SynopsisWe too often assume that we must accept the levels of confidence we currently possess. But confidence is not a given: it is a quality we can learn about and develop in ourselves. These Confidence Prompt Cards keep a variety of consoling and invigorating arguments at the front of our minds, ready for the greater and smaller challenges of our lives. They remind us, for the sake of confidence, not to think too well of others; to speak to ourselves in kinder tones; and to remember that the greatest thing we should fear isn’t messing up, but dying without having given it a go. Example Cards: ‘Everyone is afraid - even those who frighten us.’ ‘Confidence is what translates theory into practice. It should never be thought of as the enemy of good things; it is their crucial and legitimate catalyst. We need to develop confidence in confidence.’ ‘We have not seen enough of the rough drafts of those we admire Confidence means forgiving ourselves for the horrors of our first attempts.’

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Book SynopsisIn this highly informative and practical guide, sleep expert and busy professional, Giles Watkins, explores the issues around sleep disorder from a personal and expert perspective. An experienced management consultant and coach, Giles' own sleep struggles encouraged him to refocus his research and training activities and he now works almost exclusively with leaders and organizations to promote positive sleep. In the new and updated edition of this enormously popular book, he shares the techniques and personal tips that transformed his life and helped him to sleep better. Along the way he explains the importance and function of sleep and how lack of sleep typically affects professionals. The book also examines how organizations can promote better sleep. As challenges with sleep for professionals reach epidemic proportions in the 21stcentury,this book provides an invaluable guide for those in positions of responsibility and encourages employee wellbeing inorganizations.

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Book SynopsisMoses Chao argues that activity in the peripheral nervous system predicts the onset of neurological and psychiatric conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, autism, and dementia. Responsible for regulating a range of involuntary bodily processes and for detecting smells, sounds, and touch, the peripheral system may also be a key to better health.Trade ReviewA sweeping tour…Chao proves to be a capable guide, and at many points it feels as if he is a personal mentor sitting at the front of a small classroom, expounding on his years of experience. -- Sara Manning Peskin * American Scientist *[An] eye-opening debut…Chao makes a convincing case that scientists would do well to focus research on the [peripheral nervous system] and its relationship with disease. * Publishers Weekly *An excellent guide to an important topic. The peripheral nervous system has long been seen as a second-class citizen with respect to the brain, but Chao shows that this is deeply misguided: without the periphery, the brain would be unable to sense the world, act in it, or even survive. -- Joseph E. LeDoux, author of The Four Realms of Existence: A New Theory of Being HumanA long-awaited book, revealing just how deeply the brain is embedded in the body. By illuminating the neuronal and humoral systems that coordinate our physiology—both with and without the brain—Chao shows that the peripheral nervous system is not at all peripheral in terms of importance. -- György Buzsáki, author of The Brain from Inside OutEngaging and well-written. Chao makes a compelling case for the role the peripheral nervous system plays in contributing to diseases that affect the central nervous system, delightfully weaving together historical accounts of neurological diseases with cutting-edge science. -- Ahmet Hoke, Director of the Division of Neuromuscular Diseases, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This fascinating, well-translated selection admirably exemplifies the multi-faceted nature of the cynic way of life and is thoroughly recommended."---Peter Jones, Classics For All Reviews"The Cynics, observes Usher, ‘were not scholars or writers.’ Like Jesus, Socrates or Buddha, they were ‘oralists whose memorable utterances and actions were transmitted to posterity by admirers (and detractors).’ And it’s precisely this that explains their endurance, both during and beyond their lifetime… the vivid anecdotes in which they appear have kept them not just alive, but in excellent philosophical shape."---Costica Bradatan, Times Literary Supplement

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Book SynopsisBring out your inner anarchist!Trade Review'A joyful rethinking of anarchism. Branson draws on a wealth of cutting-edge theory and the messiness of activism to illuminate new ways to transform society. The result is a practical guide to everyday revolutions. A real treasure' -- Alex Prichard, author of 'Anarchism: A Very Short Introduction''Clever and inspiring! Branson's brilliant method of weaving together our collective and individual lives alongside our most complex relationships with the systems that we are part of is truly refreshing and ground-breaking. I feel that I and many other radicals have walked the edges of so many of these conversations that Branson has skilfully and necessarily busted open' -- carla joy bergman, editor of 'Trust Kids' and co-author of 'Joyful Militancy''Steeped in knowledge of Black and queer feminisms and decolonial struggles against the state, 'Practical Anarchism' is a powerful guide to the collective manufacture of utopia now' -- Sophie Lewis, author of 'Abolish the Family: A Manifesto for Care and Liberation''Presents clear, astute critiques of work, school and the destruction of community in capitalism and serves as a handbook for liberation, both optimistic and intensely motivating' -- Ruth Kinna, author of 'The Government of No One: The Theory and Practice of Anarchism''Time and time again, anarchists have been involved in improving social relationships, empowering dispossessed and marginalised communities, and supporting struggles on the right side of history. In this highly readable and passionate book, Scott Branson sheds a light on many examples of everyday anarchist engagement' -- Gabriel Kuhn, author of 'Soccer vs. the State: Tackling Football and Radical Politics''This brilliant book is an antidote to giving up. Weaving practical advice alongside women of colour, queer activists, abolitionists and more, Branson offers us a beautiful reminder that we do anarchism everyday - through care, through imagining, through loving - against and in spite of the state' -- Raechel Anne Jolie, author of 'Rust Belt Femme''An anarchist kaleidoscope, inviting us to shake up this world and see the endless array of beautiful possibilities that are already present in the here and now. This book - tender, dreamy, actionable - inspires us to pick up all the sparkly, even if sometimes jagged, edges of daily life that too often go unnoticed and toss them, time and again, into utopian play' -- Cindy Barukh Milstein, author of 'Try Anarchism for Life: The Beauty of Our Circle''Deftly and joyfully shows us that lives lived with compassion and collective autonomy in the engagements we call anarchy have practical applications in our everyday living' -- scott crow, insurgent, author of 'Black Flags and Windmills: Hope, Anarchy and the Common Ground Collective'Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Am I Already Doing Anarchy?: Anarchy On and Off the Streets 2. Are Relationships Even Possible?: Anarchy at Home 3. You Call this Living?: Anarchy on the Job 4. Can I Relearn That?: Anarchy in School 5. How Do We Pay for It?: Anarchy in your Wallet and in the Market 6. Can We Still Enjoy Ourselves?: Anarchy and Art 7. Who Will Fix the Roads and Collect the Trash?: Anarchy in your Neighbourhood 8. When Will It End?: Anarchy, Time, and the World Coda: No Place, or Living a World Without a State Further Reading Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisNow completely updated! The best-selling, most comprehensive guide to lupus, its complications, and management. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can attack any body organ. It is three times more common in the United States today than it was in the 1980s, so there is an increased need for accurate, practical information on this potentially devastating disease. Lupus expert and clinician Donald E. Thomas, Jr., MD, provides all the helpful information patients need so they can understand and treat this disease. Highlighting amazing advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, this edition includes new and expanded information on: The latest FDA-approved medications How lupus affects different body parts Advanced labs that improve lupus diagnosis and treatment The role of the microbiome and anti-inflammatory diets Updated recommendations for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding Childhood-onset lupus The interaction between COVID-19 and lupus Non-drug treatments, complemTable of ContentsContributing Chapter EditorsList of IllustrationsList of TablesForewordPrefaceAcknowledgmentsPart I: Definitions, Causes, and Diagnosis of Autoimmune Disease1. What Is Lupus and How Is It Diagnosed?2. The Other Autoimmune Diseases3. What Causes Lupus?4. The Meaning of All Those Test ResultsPart II: How Lupus Affects the Body5. How SLE Affects the Body Directly6. Constitutional Symptoms7. The Musculoskeletal System8. Skin and Mucous Membranes9. Blood and Lymph Systems10. The Respiratory System11. The Heart and Blood Vessels12. The Urinary System13. The Nervous System14. The Exocrine Gland System15. The Digestive System16. Eyes17. The Endocrine System18. The Reproductive System and Pregnancy19. Prognosis, Special Populations, Healthcare Disparities20. Lupus in Children and AdolescentsPart III: Other Complications of Lupus and Their Treatments21. Heart Attacks, Strokes, and Blood Clots22. Infections23. Cancer24. Osteoporosis25. Avascular Necrosis of Bone26. Adrenal Insufficiency27. Fibromyalgia28. Gastroesophageal Reflux and Stomach UlcersPart IV: Treating Lupus29. General Treatment of Lupus30. Antimalarials31. Steroids32. Immunosuppressants33. Biologic Agents34. Newest FDA-Approved Drugs for Lupus35. Other Therapies for SLE36. Prescription Pain Medicines37. Future Treatments for SLE38. Non-drug Therapies for Lupus39. Complementary (Integrative) MedicinePart V: Other Practical Matters40. Understanding your Symptoms41. Becoming Pregnant, Breast-Feeding, Contraception, Menopause Treatment42. Preparing for Surgery and Travel43. Communicating with your Provider44. The Lupus Secrets ChecklistIndex

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Book SynopsisOur fear of cancer causes great harm to individual health and to society. The fear of cancer is understandable. But that fear is in some ways outdated, as it fails to account for the medical progress made against this family of diseases. In Curing Cancerphobia, David Ropeik reveals the fascinating historical and psychological roots of our fear of cancer and documents the dramatic health and financial harms caused when that fear exceeds the risk. Fear of cancer drives millions for whom screening is not recommended to screen for the disease anyway, producing tens of thousands of emotionally damaging false positives and costing the US health care system an estimated $9.2 billion a year. At the same time, fear of cancer also causes many people for whom screening is recommended to avoid it altogether. Modern screening technologies often identify cancers that do not spread or that grow so slowly they almost certainly will never cause harm in a person's lifetime. Yet many of these peoplTrade ReviewAs an oncologist and caregiver of a spouse with cancer, I felt very close to the issues raised and the coverage of the subject matter. I hope that this book will reach a broad audience to stimulate an open discussion on this topic.—John L. Marshall, MD, Georgetown University HospitalTable of ContentsIntroductionPart One. The Origins of Our Fear of CancerChapter 1. The Historical RootsChapter 2. The Psychological RootsPart Two. The Costs to IndividualsChapter 3. Overscreening, Overdiagnosis, Overtreatment: An OverviewChapter 4. Breast Cancer: When Worry Causes Us to Do Too MuchChapter 5. Prostate Cancer: When Worry Causes Us to Do Too MuchChapter 6. Thyroid Cancer: When Worry Causes Us to Do Too MuchChapter 7. Lung Cancer: When Worry Causes Us to Do Too MuchChapter 8. Colorectal Cancer: When Worry Causes Us to Do Too MuchChapter 9. Underscreening: When Fear Scares Us Out of Doing EnoughChapter 10. Delayed Diagnosis: When Fear Scares Us Out of Doing EnoughPart Three. The Costs to SocietyChapter 11. The Stunning Economic Cost of Our Sometimes Excessive Fear of CancerChapter 12. Environmentalism's Contribution to Our Fear of CancerChapter 13. Other Societal Impacts of Our Fear of CancerPart Four. Reducing the CostsChapter 14. Combating CancerphobiaChapter 15. Combating Cancerphobia in YourselfAcknowledgmentsNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisWritten by expert psychology teachers who also conduct the very research that these tips are based on, this book outlines clear steps students can use throughout their high school and college careers to plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning.Table of ContentsPreface: Or Why You Should Really Care About What’s in This BookI. Groundwork Chapter 1. So You Think You Know How To Study? Let’s FoK About It Chapter 2. First Things First: Planning! Chapter 3. Take Notes WellII. Strategies Chapter 4. Spacing It Out Chapter 5. Retrieval Practice for Monitoring and Mastery Chapter 6. Specialty Strategies for Problem-Solving Courses: Interleaving, Self-Explanation, and Worked Examples Chapter 7. When to Use Highlighting, Rereading, Summarizing, and Imagery Chapter 8. A Quick Look at Something New: Mixing and MatchingIII. Beyond the Classroom Chapter 9. The A(ffect), B(ehaviors), and C(ognitions) of Champions Appendix. Championship Practice Exercises Glossary References Index About the Authors

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Book SynopsisThis enlightening book challenges conventional distinctions between the family and civil society as it uncovers how civic values and practices are inherited and fostered within the home.Table of ContentsStarting points The paradoxical positioning of the family and civil society The challenges of researching the ‘private sphere’ of the family The uncertain business of raising citizens Keeping the faith? Secularisation, the family and civic engagement Mothers, grandmothers and civic engagement Family arguments: finding one’s voice Politicising family food practices The upward transmission of civic ‘virtues’ Reframing civil society and the family

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Book SynopsisClean is the new green! Sustainable. Organic. Minimalist. Natural. Now more than ever, people are looking to create a nontoxic home by using products that are not only effective, but good for the planet. Salt, Lemons, Vinegar, and Baking Soda puts the home’s hero ingredients front and centre, using these (and a few other) versatile items in hundreds of different combinations to clean the home and care for yourself, your family, and your pets. This handy book focuses on living simpler, stepping away from all those specific products for cleaning the oven, washing windows, polishing silver, removing stains and instead leveraging the power of a few humble but mighty ingredients in the common pantry. You can do a whole lot more with vinegar than make salad dressing! This practical book will guide you through hundreds of recipes, broken down by the area of the house, with easy instructions and explanations of the science and history behind the recipes and ingredients. Home cleaning (both indoors and outdoors), personal hygiene and grooming, pet care - this is an essential reference for all parts of your life that you will reach for again and again!

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Book SynopsisWeekend Wraps: 18 Quick Knit Cowls, Scarves & Shawls is a multi-designer collection of 18 projects, which includes wraps, shawls, cowls, shrugs, and ponchos. Weekend Wraps uses only yarns that are worsted-weight or heavier - making it easy for knitters to work them quickly in a short, or long, weekend.

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Book SynopsisThe first book to comprehensively discuss the function of the psoas in posture, movement, and exercise, The Psoas Solution identifies the functional anatomy, biomechanics, and motor control of the psoas and its role in core and hip stabilization. Abundantly illustrated with full-colour images throughout, this book also provides most complete review on the relevant research on the psoas available. Integrating this research with clinical experience, Evan Osar identifies the psoas's role on the hip, pelvis, and low back and demonstrates how to incorporate the psoas into functional movement patterns including squatting, lunging, and bending. The Psoas Solution includes corrective and functional exercise progressions for integrating the psoas into daily activities such as standing and sitting. Health and fitness professionals will find this a valuable resource full of applicable strategies and exercises to incorporate into their current rehabilitation and training programs.

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Book SynopsisThe Founder of the proven Foundation Training program takes his teaching to the next phase, showing us how to utilize our body?s built-in systems for healing and introducing a new program that offers a perpetual inner core of wellness and adaptability.Dr. Eric Goodman?s innovative approach to self-healing?Foundation Training?has helped athletes, first responders, celebrities, and regular folks around the world. The heart of Foundation Training is a unique form of biomechanics?a series of postures, poses, and movements designed to teach the body?s individual muscles to act within strong, flexible chains, shifting the burden of support away from sensitive joints.Foundations of Healthbuilds on this core program, going deep into its principles to help us understand how to maintain a healthy body, even when the mechanics eventually break down. Our bodies are built to heal themselves?without surgeries and prescriptive medications. The protocols expand on the original Foundation Training concepts, focusing on the endogenous cannabinoid stimulators?part of an extraordinary built-in endocannabinoid system that profoundly affects our central, enteric, and peripheral nervous systems and helps to regulate numerous responses in our body.Dr. Goodman explains the science behind the endogenous cannabinoid system and how it can be stimulated in natural and healthy ways, including heat, breath work, and movement?techniques that will help guide and maintain the state of balance the body needs to function optimally with stability and harmony. He recommends foods, herbs, and supplements likely to ease pain, lower stress, and boost mental and physical function. He addresses the notable medicinal benefits of CBD, THC, and the many terpenes associated with cannabis?s reputation for healing, and teaches how to be a smart consumer of cannabinoids.Foundations of Healthprovides a unique understanding and approach to healing that will forever change the way we think of our bodies and our physical health.Trade Review“The human body is amazing in its ability to heal itself, especially in stressful times. Eric expresses the importance of being curious about your physical conditions when presented, about how your body is reporting to you about the stress or situation. [In Foundations of Health] he helps us to dance with that stress…I encourage anyone who is interested in the connection between the mind, body, and healing to take a deep dive into Eric’s work and to dance the dance of self-healing.” — Jeff Bridges, actor, from the Foreword of Foundations of Health “The human body is designed to thrive against gravity—or else we tend to age rapidly and get injured. Foundation Training is the answer to my many years of research on the negative effects of sitting. It is a ticket to discovering a more vibrant, healthy life—no matter your age.” — Dr. Joan Vernikos, former director of NASA’s Life Sciences division and author of Sitting Kills, Moving Heals “Like so many people who have found relief with Foundation Training, I am grateful for the healing.” — Chris Hemsworth, actor “Foundation Training gave me my life back!” — Buckethead, musician

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Book SynopsisSo often in our day-to-day lives we''re inundated with advice to "think positively." From pop music to political speeches to commercials, the general message is the same: look on the bright side, be optimistic in the face of adversity and focus on your dreams. And whether we''re trying to motivate ourselves to lose weight, get a promotion at work or run a marathon, we''re told time and time again that focusing on fulfilling our wishes will make them come true. Gabriele Oettingen draws on more than twenty years of research in the science of human motivation to reveal why the conventional wisdom falls short. The obstacles that we think prevent us from realising our deepest wishes can actually lead to their fulfilment. Starry-eyed dreaming isn''t all it''s cracked up to be and, as it turns out, dreamers are not often doers. While optimism can help us alleviate immediate suffering and persevere in challenging times, merely dreaming about the future actually makes people more frustrated and unhappy over the long term and less likely to achieve their goals. In fact, the pleasure we gain from positive fantasies allows us to fulfil our wishes virtually, sapping our energy to perform the hard work of meeting challenges and achieving goals in real life. Based on her ground-breaking research and large-scale scientific studies, Oettingen introduces a new way to visualise the future, called mental contrasting. It combines focusing on our dreams with visualising the obstacles that stand in our way. By experiencing our dreams in our minds and facing reality we can address our fears, make concrete plans and gain energy to take action. Oettingen applies mental contrasting to three key areas of personal change - becoming healthier, nurturing personal and professional relationships and performing better at work. She introduces readers to the key phases of mental contrasting using a proven four-step process called WOOP - Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan - and offers advice and exercises on how to best apply this method to daily life. Through mental contrasting, people in Oettingen''s studies have become significantly more motivated to quit smoking, lose weight, get better grades, sustain fulfilling relationships and negotiate more effectively in business situations. Whether you are unhappy and struggling with serious problems or you just want to improve, discover and explore new opportunities, this book will deepen your ideas about human motivation and help you boldly chart a new path ahead. "The solution isn''t to do away with dreaming and positive thinking. Rather, it''s making the most of our fantasies by brushing them up against the very thing most of us are taught to ignore or diminish: the obstacles that stand in our way."

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Book SynopsisThe revised edition of the self-published hit, offering powerful strategies to end procrastination.  Why do we sabotage our own best intentions? How can we eliminate procrastination from our lives for good? Based on current psychological research and supplemented with clear strategies for change, this concise guide will help readers finally break free from self-destructive ideas and habits, and move into freedom and accomplishment. With numerous practical tips for change, Solving the Procrastination Puzzle brings clarity and scientific studies—and a touch of humor!—to the quest for successfully achieving goals. This accessible guide is perfect for entrepreneurs, parents, students, and anyone who wants to get unstuck, stop delaying, and start living their most inspired life.

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Book SynopsisClaim your destiny with a guided journal for manifesting and achieving your goals. Awaken your inner magick and channel it with 3 powerful manifestation techniques.You have the power to actualize your passions and achieve your goals. Whether it’s true love, the perfect job, or the freedom to be your true authentic Self, your dreams can manifest as your reality. The first step begins with Manifestation Journal Magick.This guided manifestation journal empowers you with:  369, 555, and scripting manifesting methods to identify the manifestation techniques that resonate best with your unique energy  Tips for crafting potent intentions that unlock your intuitive power to attract life-changing experiences  Spacious journal pages with numbe

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Book SynopsisANGEL CARDS AS YOU''VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE: a diverse deck, reimagined for a modern audienceLET THE LIGHT IN: there is goodness, beauty and truth within us all – allow your pure energies to flowSEND AN ANGEL TO WATCH OVER A FRIEND: healing energies to shareSTURDY GIFT BOX: perfect for giftingAngels represent the pure energies and potential for goodness, beauty, and truth within us all. Bestselling author Theresa Cheung reimagines angels for a modern audience, enabling us to access their wisdom afresh. Summon the energy of the Angel of Tears when dealing with sadness, the Angel of Communication when seeking connection, or the Angel of Creativity to inspire a new project. Simply pick a card for daily guidance, create card spreads to share with others, or send an angel to watch over a friend. Let the light in, allow your energies to flow, and the angels will help you access what truly matters.

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Book SynopsisFIND OUT WHAT YOUR DOG IS THINKING and better understand your pet by learning to read their body languagePUT YOUR MEMORY SKILLS TO THE TEST as you match up photographs of different dogs doing the same gesturesSIMPLE GAME PLAY that everyone will understand and enjoyIMPROVE YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR DOG and have fun along the way!THE PERFECT GIFT for proud pup owners and dog lovers everywhereLearn to speak dog in this fun new memory game from dog behaviourist Louise Glazebrook, author of The Book Your Dog Wishes You Would Read, and photographer Gerrard Gethings, creator of Do You Look Like Your Dog? and Do You Look Like Your Cat?. Match the pairs of dogs that are saying the same thing: I''m sleepy, I''m playful or I''m feeling threatened, for instance. Play as a matching game with the cards face up and learn more about the dog behaviours in the booklet, or play as a memory game with the card

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Book Synopsis"This gorgeously-illustrated book makes the link between getting out in the garden, and the enrichment that can come as a result." - PlantBased mag"Clea sows a series of meditation techniques about tending the earth wholeheartedly, and shows you how to embrace gardening as a spiritually-enriching hobby to help reconnect you to nature." - Soul & Spirit mag"It promises to lift your soil and your soul! We love." - Woman's Own *BOOK OF THE WEEK*"Clea Danaan is on a gentle mission to help more people fall in love with the Earth." - NFU Countryside"We adore her beautiful little book, Mindful Thoughts for Gardeners, which will inspire you to reconnect with nature, help you live consciously through your planting, and accept unavoidable gardening pitfalls!" - Green ParentMindful Thoughts for Gardeners reminds us how this spiritually enriching activity lovingly reconnects us to nature every day. Rooting each blossoming thought in deep ecology and conscious living, we unearth the power inherent in mindfully lifting the soil; it lifts our souls as well. This beautifully illustrated little book sows a series of 25 meditations about tending the Earth wholeheartedly, including: • Seeds, soil and roots • Small gardens • Plants and wildlife • Recycling in the garden • Community gardening • Permaculture• Seasons Author Clea Danaan explores the interconnectedness of nature in this carefully crafted small volume that any green-fingeredgrower will want to dig into. If you like this, you might also be interested in Seedbombs, Love Bees, Mindful Thoughts for Walkers and Nature Tonic. Trade Review"A gardening book that digs a little deeper. Even if you're not a green-fingered enthusiast, this book is well worth a read - it'll remind you to connect to nature and help you see your outdoor space in a different light." * Homes & Interiors *"Clea sows a series of meditation techniques about tending the earth wholeheartedly, and shows you how to embrace gardening as a spiritually-enriching hobby to help reconnect you to nature." * Soul & Spirit *

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Book SynopsisPiece together a bevy of birds, nests, and feathers with this 500-piece jigsaw puzzle featuring charming illustrations from Julia Rothman's best-selling Anatomy book series. A flight of fancy for bird-loving puzzlers of all ages! As the high-quality, vibrantly colored interlocking pieces are assembled, a wonderful world of birds appears, along with educational labels identifying species and their habitats. Packaged in a sturdy box and including a mini poster of the puzzle for reference or framing, the completed puzzle measures 23 4/5 x 19. Learn how to identify different kinds of feathers, spot the difference between the eggs of a California Thrasher and Blue Jay, and understand the anatomy of a Blue Grosbeak; This puzzle is a hands-on educational challenge for adults, kids, or families anyone interested in birds and the wonders of the natural world.

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Book Synopsis“Women today not only deserve but should expect a pain-free, active lifestyle, no matter their age, no matter their previous experience.”Pain Free for WomenIn his famed San Diego clinic, Pete Egoscue has taught women of all ages and from all walks of life how to use the Egoscue Method for safe, effective, and permanent relief from chronic pain without prescription painkillers, physical therapy, or invasive surgery. Now he shares his specially adapted “Pain Free” program for women to use at home.Whether you suffer from back or neck pain, joint discomfort or sore knees, or need more stamina, improved balance, and extra strength, here is a revolutionary and proven approach to self-care that promises optimal health through a simple set of exercises that will transform the way you move and feel — forever!Egoscue shows women how to take back their bodies by recovering and restoring a precious health asset — full, free

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Book SynopsisClaire Walsh spent her twenties living the life she thought she was supposed to live, all the while playing hide and seek with depression. As a result, the road to recovery was the only travelling she did. Aged 32, single and living with her parents, she decided it was time to chart her own path. Booking a flight to South America, she let go of at home Claire' and opened herself up to a new world of possibilities.It was here she discovered freediving. Diving deep under water without the use of breathing apparatus, freediving is one of the most dangerous sports in the world, but at 60 metres below the surface, Claire discovered a fresh perspective that transformed her life and helped her find freedom. Under Water is Claire's candid and captivating story of how holding her breath taught her to live.

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Book SynopsisAn indispensable guide for all women: learn how to be glamorous and stay glamorous with Lucia van der Post.Trade Review'The fairy godmother doling out advice is the eminently stylish Lucia van der Post, who manages never to patronise her reader or - as other guides do - write as though she has been lobotomised . . . Her tips on simple but treacherously difficult things like how best to wear black are vital reading' * Vogue *'Poised, elegant and idiosyncratic, Lucia is the grande dame of style . . . Good advice was never so glam' * Eve *'Finishing school in a book' * Daily Mail/ Weekend *'This fantastic style companion reveals the secrets of achieving an uber-glam woman-of-the-world lifestyle . . . This book could change your life for the better. Even your mother would approve' * Now Magazine *'Winsome tome packed with shrewd fashion advice . . . it's a big cut above all the other fashiony "how-tos". No "how to face the paparazzi" rubbish here, just common sense, and a dash of glamour' * Sunday Times/ Style *'Packed with golden rules from style queen Lucia' * Look *'A compendium of wardrobe, cosmetic and all-round advice from The Times style writer' * Grazia *'Every inch as gorgeous as a book on style should be' * Glamour *'Lucia Van der Post's finishing school manual for the 21st-century is the most pleasurable, at once insightful guide and a delightful fantasy' * Evening Standard *'A mother, grandmother and respected journalist, she gets her priorities right - be charming, don't take offence and spend less time tidying and more time reading. Enchanting' * London Lite *'Supremely elegant guide ... a compendium of useful information applicable to every conceivable situation ... a delightfully eclectic book, it's destined to be a lifelong companion' * Good Book Guide *'Anyone searching for a style companion to steer them through the maze of modern-day etiquette and gracious living will find it here.' * Good Book Guide *

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Book SynopsisA practical, solution-based guide for ending chronic pain. What exactly is chronic pain? Is there a solution for it? 8 Steps to Conquer Chronic Pain answers these questions and more, presenting attainable, accessible and evidence-based solutions to your pain problems. Written by a pain specialist with extensive hands-on experience and knowledge.

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Book SynopsisRecognised seer, Edgar Cayce, explains the origin and destiny of mind and its amazing potential as he shows us how to expand our consciousness beyond self and explains the influential mind-body connection that means so much to our health: physically, emotionally and mentally. In this fascinating book, Cayce illustrates how ''thoughts are things'' that may become ''crimes or miracles'' in our lives. He explains how by changing our thinking patterns, we can change our life for the better. He gives a unique view into our mind at sleep - describing the influences motivating our dreams and visions and showing us how to better interpret them. He clarifies why the dreaming mind is so much more important to us than we realiSe. In one special chapter he explains how our minds are our builder, capable of taking us anywhere we want to go - as the old saying goes: as we think, so we become. He, also, addresses the need to move away from a too self-centred consciousness, opening up to a larger cons

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Book SynopsisIf you love Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Jill Shalvis, you''ll love Jaci Burton!What readers are saying about The Best Man Plan!''A lovely fun read full of extremely likeable characters who make the book an absolute joy to read'' ''I loved every minute of it and didn''t want it to end''''A sweet and hot friends-to-lovers story. I can''t wait to see the next story''Don''t miss The Engagement Arrangement - out now! Readers say it''s ''a lovely summer read''!''Always sexy, romantic and charming'' Jill Shalvis ''The characters leap off the page and the romance sparkles'' Romantic Times New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton kicks off her dreamy new Boots and Bouquets series with a sweep-you-off-your-feet friends-to-lovers romance.Three days before Erin Bellini''s wedding, her fiancé breTrade ReviewIt's the perfect combination of heat and romance that makes this series a must-read * Heroes and Heartbreakers *Plenty of emotion and conflict in a memorable relationship-driven story * USA Today *Strong characters, an exhilarating plot, and scorching sex . . . You'll be drawn so fully into her characters' world that you won't want to return to your own * Romantic Times *A beautiful romance that is smooth as silk . . . leaves us begging for more * Joyfully Reviewed *A strong plot, complex characters, sexy athletes, and nonstop passion make this book a must read * Fresh Fiction *Hot, hot, hot! . . . Romance at its best! Highly recommended! * Coffee Table Reviews *[She] has a way of writing intense scenes that are both sensual and raw . . . Plenty of romance, sexy men, hot steamy loving, and humor * Smexy Books Romance Reviews *A wonderful contemporary erotic romance that I recommend! * The Romance Dish *Spy the name Jaci Burton on the spine of a novel, and you're guaranteed not just a sexy, get-the-body-humming read, but also one that melds the sensual with the all-important building of intimacy and relational dynamics between partners * Romance: B(u)y the Book *The characters are incredible. They are human and complex and real and perfect * Night Owl Reviews *

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Book SynopsisA practical book full of tips, techniques and example situations to support and encourage good behaviour in children: perfect for parents at their wits'' end!They''re squealing for a packet of strawberry squiggles in the supermarket... refusing to put their coat on even though it''s below freezing outside... squabbling over who gets the cup with the kangaroo on it... or running around with their pants on their head when they''re meant to be putting their pyjamas on.Let''s face it, life with kids can be exhausting and exasperating. Sometimes you can find yourself nagging, negotiating, battling and bellowing your way through the whole day. Surely it''s not meant to be this hard, you think. Roll on bedtime!Here, in one little book, is everything you need to know to make your day-to-day life as a parent easier. Based on in-depth interviews with child psychologist Dr Bonamy Oliver (UCL), it gives you techniques, tactics, tips and tricks that research shows actualTrade ReviewThis is a really practical book, easy to use, with 30 different common scenarios covered. The approach is friendly and non-judgemental, full of practical suggestions that are simply and clearly explained. A reassuring book, perfect to have to hand when issues arise. -- Parents in TouchThis book is packed full of sensible advice on what to do when children are being... well... children! This is a great book for those who have children from 2 to 10 years, giving a wealth of sensible and easy to use tips on maintaining the status quo. -- K and O: Bonkers About BooksThis little book sets out to be a manual of child behaviour and succeeds. -- The Irish Times

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Book SynopsisDecolonizing Data explores how ongoing structures of colonialization negatively impact the well-being of Indigenous peoples and communities across Canada, resulting in persistent health inequalities. In addressing the social dimensions of health, particularly as they affect Indigenous peoples and BIPOC communities, Decolonizing Data asks, Should these groups be given priority for future health policy considerations?Decolonizing Data provides a deeper understanding of the social dimensions of health as applied to Indigenous peoples, who have been historically underfunded in and excluded from health services, programs, and quality of care; this inequality has most recently been seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.Drawing on both western and Indigenous methodologies, this unique scholarly contribution takes both a sociological perspective and the "two-eyed seeing" approach to research methods. By looking at the ways that everyday research practices coTable of ContentsContents List of Tables List of Figures Acknowledgments Dedication Preface Relational Accountability About this Book How the Book is Organized 1.Introduction The Importance of Power and Place: Place-Based Consciousness Who is Indigenous? Indigenous Peoples and the Urban Landscape in Canada Indigenous Perspectives on the Good Life The Link Between Social Capital and Indigenous Well-Being 2. The Impacts of Colonization on Indigenous Health and Well-being Setter State Policy and Indigenous Peoples Assimilation Policy and Poor Health Outcomes The Indian Reserve System The Residential School System Historical Trauma for Generations to Come Acts of Reconciliation The 1996 Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples (RCAP) The 2015 Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) 3. Decolonizing Bodies and a Self-Governing Health System Indigenous Well-being and Urban Life Beyond the Western Medical Model and Decolonizing Bodies Health Transformation and Self-Determination Health Governance and the First Nations Health Authority 4. Social Capital Theory, Health Indicators and Indigenous Communities Historical Overview: Bourdieusian Social Capital and Health Status Social Capital Analysis and Applied Social Research Social Capital Theory and Colonization Moving Beyond the GDP: Social and Economic Indicators of Well-being How is Well-Being Measured in Canada? How is Indigenous Well-Being Measured in Canada? Indigenous Health Indictors Frameworks 5. Decolonizing Data and Critical Research Methods Decolonizing Methodologies Ethics: Honoring Indigenous Protocols and Relational Accountability Participation Action Research and Indigenous Communities Two-Eyed Seeing and Indigenous Health Outcomes Qualitative Findings The Origin Story of the First Nations Perspective on Health and Wellness Traditional Knowledge Data Governance and Ownership From Illness Models to Wellness Perspectives A Critical Data Approach Decolonizing Data and Indigenous Health Outcomes The 2012 Aboriginal People’s Survey and Measuring Historical Trauma Individual and Community Level Factors Affecting Indigenous Health Outcomes Quantitative Findings Transgenerational Trauma and Health Outcomes Indigenous Culture as Resistance to Trauma 6. Conclusion Indigenous-Based Determinants of Health and Wellness Social Capital and Indigenous Health and Wellness Critical Reflections Allyship and Solidarity Relational Allyship and Responsive Research Responsive Research, the TRAC Method and Indigenous Data Sovereignty The Limitations of Two-Eyed Seeing Indigenous Data Sovereignty References

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wanted to truly know what goes on inside the head of Sherlock Holmes? Have you wanted to be able to read people and their expressions like books? Have you ever wanted to read a room and all the tells and clues that it provides? Then this is the book for you. The Monographs is a complete and comprehensive manual that will impart the lessons on everything you need to know to become a Deductionist in today''s world. Contained within you will learn how to think and approach problem solving like the famed detective, spot liars in person and through their handwriting, deduce clues, personality traits, and the personal details of people through their phones, watches and clothes. Figure out where people live from the shoes that they wear, deduce what they do for a living, how to build a memory palace as intricate and perfect as the one that is written about, histories, theory, application, how to train, practice and develop your skills. All this and much, much more. After you read this book not only will you see the world but you will truly observe what goes on inside it as well. Your name will still be your own, but you can make it your business to know what other people do not know.

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Book SynopsisWritten by the team behind the bestselling magazines, Breathe and Teen Breathe, this guided journal will help you take time out from your busy life and breathe.

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Book SynopsisThe Breathe Connection Journal is a guided notebook offering advice, techniques and exercises to help cultivate and maintain strong relationships. This science-backed guide is designed to help readers bring mindfulness to their relationships, from friends and family to work and community, to see them as an opportunity for growth and a chance to embrace others – and themselves – in a more nurturing, meaningful way. With reflective exercises and prompts, readers can explore their progress and express their thoughts, feelings, memories and intentions.

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Book SynopsisAfter four decades as a teacher of self-empowerment and the bestselling author of more than 40 books, Dr Wayne W. Dyer has finally written a memoir! However, he has written it in a way that only he can - with a remarkable take-home message for his longtime followers and new readers alike - and the result is an exciting new twist on the old format. In this revealing and engaging book, Wayne shares dozens of events from his life, from the time he was a little boy in Detroit up to present day. In unflinching detail, he relates his vivid impressions of encountering many forks in the road, taking readers with him into these formative experiences. Yet then he views the events from his current perspective, noting what lessons he ultimately learned, as well as how he has made the resulting wisdom available to millions via his lifelong dedication to service. I Can See Clearly Now is an intimate look at an amazing teacher, but it also holds the key for seekers on a personal path of enlightenment. Wayne offers up his own life as an example of how we can all recognize the hand of the Divine steering our individual courses, helping us accomplish the mission we came here to fulfill.Trade ReviewSelf-help supremo Woman magazine

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Book Synopsis· Do you wish you ate less?· Do you eat to control your feelings?· Do you ever feel frustrated and hopeless about your weight?· Do you wish that you felt differently about food, about yourself, and about life?Then let Paul McKenna help you!Emotional Eating is the number one cause of obesity in the western world, but Paul McKenna has made an amazing breakthrough in his mission to help people lose weight. This amazing new system is aimed at getting beneath the issue of weight loss to eradicate the root cause of over-eating. The download programmes in this book are designed to help you bring about dynamic, lasting change - a gentle breakthrough to help you transform your body, your relationship to food and your entire life. Let Paul McKenna help you to have success and a sense of security and joy that is beyond what you can imagine.Paul McKenna wants to help you escape from the unsatisfying cycle of frustration and self-medication with food. He is determined to help you find your inner strength to help you lose weight and gain confidence, freedom and emotional wisdom.

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Book SynopsisThis colourful pack of jumbo cards is the ideal resource for anyone who wants a fresh and creative way to explore what therapeutic parenting involves.Designed to help parents of children who have experienced trauma, as well as the range of professionals who support them, this pack offers simple summaries of the key principles of therapeutic parenting. Each card features a cartoon and quote taken from the author's bestselling book The Quick Guide to Therapeutic Parenting. Each explains a different element of therapeutic parenting, accompanied by a concise explanation on the back. Over 40 different issues are covered, from dysregulation and fear, to setting boundaries and parenting in the midst of trauma, and the cards are accompanied by a booklet which explains more about therapeutic parenting and how the pack can be used. The resource has been designed to be used flexibly, so get creative! You may want to use as a playful conversation starter for talking about parenting, a learning tool for those wanting to develop their skills, or simply a source of inspiration - pinned to the wall for when things get tough!

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