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Book SynopsisPerfect your social skills and master any conversationThe most famous confidence-boosting book ever published, with sales of over 16 million copies worldwideMillions of people around the world have improved their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie. In How to Win Friends and Influence People, he offers practical advice and techniques, in his exuberant and conversational style, for how to get out of a mental rut and make life more rewarding. His advice has stood the test of time and will teach you how to: - make friends quickly and easily - increase your popularity - persuade people to follow your way of thinking - enable you to win new clients and customers - become a better speaker - boost enthusiasm among your colleagues This classic book will turn your relationships around and improve your interactions with everyone in your life.Dale Carnegie, known as 'the arch-priest of the art of making friends', pioneered the development of personal business skills, self-confidence and motivational techniques. His books - most notably How to Win Friends and Influence People - have sold tens of millions worldwide and, even in today's changing climate, they remain as popular as ever.Trade Reviewit changed my life * Warren Buffet *The most successful self-help book of all time... Carnegie has never seemed more relevant * The Times *

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Book SynopsisTHE HOME EDIT was founded on the idea that practical organization can work in harmony with design, so that spaces are both functional and beautiful. In their first book, Clea and Joanna - the two friends behind The Home Edit - have created a helpful, lively guide to getting every room in your house in order - stylishly, because organisation doesn't have to mean throwing everything out.THE HOME EDIT centres on incredibly practical advice that is adaptable to all living spaces, including tips for hard-to-organize areas. It also features some of the celebrity spaces that Clea and Joanna have reorganized. While every project is rooted in functional systems that can be maintained for the long term, there is an equal emphasis placed on transforming your space visually and adding THE HOME EDIT'S signature contemporary aesthetic.Trade ReviewWhether you're a movie star with a 10,000-square foot home or someone looking to maximize space in your kitchen pantry, anyone can use tricks of the trade to organize more efficiently, according to Teplin and Shearer. * ABC News *Move over, Marie Kondo - Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are the professional organisers the A-list now let rifle through their drawers. * Sunday Times Style *

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Book SynopsisThis is a phenomenally detailed book which covers the car from bumper to bumper. Every detail of important repair and maintenance jobs is covered. Covers all 'Mk1' (cars with pop-up headlights) 1.8-litre models 1994-98; the only aftermarket workshop manual available for the MX-5; written in an easy to use, friendly style; step-by-step procedures supported by hundreds of photos & illustrations; covers all aspects of maintenance and repair; and applies equally to Eunos Roadster (Japanese market model) and Mazda Miata (US market model).

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Book SynopsisMost fruits and vegetables can be used for preserving, and what better and more satisfying way to use up home-grown or local produce than to puree, pickle, bottle or salt it and consume it throughout the year! There are several different methods of preserving fruits and vegetables and all give delicious results. Jams, jellies, fruit butters and curds, bottled fruits, chutneys, pickles and salted vegetables are all practical and economical ways to preserve seasonal produce. And you don't need a load of kitchen gadgets and equipment to get started: a heavy-based pan, a funnel, a sugar thermometer and a selection of glass storage jars are all you need.

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Book SynopsisThis book gives information on the origins of smoke-curing, the basic smoking processes, raw materials, equipment and storage. In addition there are 25 recipes for meat, game, fish and shellfish.These days, home smoking and curing food is all about creating the best possible flavours. Surprisingly, preserving food is quite simple and all it takes is some basic equipment and a degree of organization. This practical guide reveals the ways to retain the subtle flavours of fresh produce by smoking, from simple smoked salmon to more unusual ideas such as smoked mussels or smoked sausages. With informative text, clear instructions and charming illustrations throughout, this will be an invaluable guide for anyone looking to create their own cured and smoked products.

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Book SynopsisHow to regain control when alcohol is taking over your lifeStatistics show that misuse of alcohol is a very common problem. Using alcohol unwisely can have long-term effects on your health, career and family life. This self-help book helps you take a healthier approach to drinking.Using methods based on real clinical practice and proven cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques, this revised and updated edition shows you how to regain control of your alcohol consumption.

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Book SynopsisLost enough loves for three lifetimes? Want to break bad habits and replace them with good ones that last? Whether you are male or female, single or married, gay or straight, Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), created by world renowned therapist Dr. Albert Ellis, can help anyone-at any age-learn to maintain healthy and lasting love. Simple and effective, the proven REBT techniques in this landmark book show you how to relate lovingly and intimately, for the long-term. Using a non-judgmental approach, here is more than just a guide to getting along better with a significant other. You''ll also find help for improving relationships with friends, children, and even in-laws. Discover practical information on: *Getting Your Relationships Together by Getting Yourself Together*Realistic Views of Couplehood*Communicating and Problem-Solving*Better Sex for Better Couplehood*Saving Time and Money and Enjoying Life More*Having or Not Having ChTrade Review"No individual - not even Freud himself-has had a greater impact on modern psychotherapy." Psychology Today

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Book SynopsisLife can get tough. From unemployment-or overwork-to divorce or remarriage, the challenges of newly blended families, not to mention everyday hassles, stress can feel non-stop. To top it off, technology confronts us with a barrage of seemingly urgent tasks 24/7. It''s no wonder things and people can make you lose your cool. In this landmark book you''ll find a very specific, powerful skill set designed to help you keep any scenario from pushing your buttons-and it works.Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), created by world-renowned therapist Dr. Albert Ellis, provides you with realistic, simple, proven techniques that will significantly reduce your stress levels and help you react effectively, whether the circumstances are professional or personal. Discover: * Ten beliefs we use to let people and situations needlessly push our buttons * A powerful alternative to the kind of thinking that upsets us * The Fatal Foursome-feelings that sabotage you<Trade Review"No individual - not even Freud himself-has had a greater impact on modern psychotherapy." Psychology Today"Don't get mad or get even-get placid using these techniques for defusing difficult situations." Booklist

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Book SynopsisInternationally recognized leadership expert John C. Maxwell teaches readers how to shift their leadership to keep innovating, improving, and influencing others in today's fast-paced world.

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Book SynopsisA guide to living each day with purpose and passion.Trade Review'I have never met anyone else who has had a greater impact on people's lives through the sheer force of his own life's experience.' Anthony Robbins

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Book SynopsisNeuropsychologist Offers Hope to Those Struggling with DepressionAs a board-certified neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson sees the devastation of depression. Early on, she practiced the most effective treatments and prescribed them for her clients. But when she experienced depression herself, she found that the treatments she had recommended were lacking. Her experience showed her the missing component in treating depression.In Hope Prevails, Dr. Bengtson writes with deep compassion, blending her training and faith, to offer readers a hope grounded in God''s love and grace. She helps readers understand what depression is, how it affects them spiritually, and what, by God''s grace, it cannot do. The result is an approach that offers the hope of release, not just the management of symptoms.For those who struggle with depression and those who want to help them, Hope Prevails offers hope for the future.

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Book SynopsisEverything you need to know about self-care—especially for Aquarius! Take Time for You, Aquarius! It’s me time—powered by the zodiac! Welcome star-powered strength and cosmic relief into your life with The Little Book of Self-Care for Aquarius. While Aquarius may typically lead with the mind and not the heart, this book truly puts value in taking care of your whole self. Let the stars be your guide as you learn just how important astrology is to your self-care routine. Discover more about your sign and your ruling element, air, and then find the perfect set of self-care ideas and activities for you. From sipping cardamom coffee to listening to Mozart, you will find more than one hundred ways to heal your mind, body, and active spirit. It’s stellar self-care especially for you, Aquarius!Trade Review“12 charming, giftable books, detailing wellness tips for every sign.” —Shape“A neat way to relax.” —Essence

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Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR TONY ROBBINS BRINGS YOU 7 SIMPLE STEPS TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM 'Tony Robbins needs no introduction. He is committed to helping make life better for every investor. Every investor will find this book extremely interesting and illuminating' Carl Icahn, billionaire and investor  'Tony Robbins is a catalyst for getting people to change' Oprah Winfrey 'Tony Robbins is a genius . . .  His ability to strategically guide people through any challege is unparalleled' Steve Wynn, CEO and Founder of Wynn Resorts Tony Robbins, the multimillion-copy bestselling author of Awaken the Giant Within and Unlimited Power has created a 7-step blueprint for securing financial freedom. Based on extensive research and one-on-one interviews with more than 50 of the mos

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Book SynopsisThis is a set of two DVDs (and one Blu-Ray), plus two booklets. It is a complete visualisation and demonstration of the book 'Dianetics'. Positive Thinking, self-confidence, success, good relationships depend on your state of mind. Albert Einstein already said that we are using only 10% of our mental capacity. Very true. Dianetics gives a detailed technique how to utilize a lot more of the remaining potential. By watching the two DVDs (or one Blu-Ray) one not only gets the entire theory of the subject, but also every bit of the method how to do it. See for yourself how it works. This film constitutes a visual guide to the human mind. Containing all the discoveries and procedures laid out step-by-step for total understanding, it allows you to immediately start applying the technology of Dianetics.

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Book SynopsisNOW WITH NEW PROLOGUE ABOUT DEMYSTIFYING CORONAVIRUS NUMBERS, DONALD TRUMP AND WHY STATISTICS MATTER MORE THAN EVER'The Number Bias combines vivid storytelling with authoritative analysis to deliver a warning about the way numbers can lead us astray - if we let them.' TIM HARFORDEven if you don't consider yourself a numbers person, you are a numbers person. The time has come to put numbers in their place. Not high up on a pedestal, or out on the curb, but right where they belong: beside words.It is not an overstatement to say that numbers dictate the way we live our lives. They tell us how we're doing at school, how much we weigh, who might win an election and whether the economy is booming. But numbers aren't as objective as they may seem; behind every number is a story. Yet politicians, businesses and the media often forget this - or use it for their own gain. Sanne Blauw travels the world to unpick our relationship with numbers and demystify our misguided allegiance, from Florence Nightingale using statistics to petition for better conditions during the Crimean War to the manipulation of numbers by the American tobacco industry and the ambiguous figures peddled during the EU referendum. Taking us from the everyday numbers that govern our health and wellbeing to the statistics used to wield enormous power and influence, The Number Bias counsels us to think more wisely.'A beautifully accessible exploration of how numbers shape our lives, and the importance of accurately interpreting the statistics we are fed.' ANGELA SAINI, author of SuperiorTrade ReviewThe Number Bias combines vivid storytelling with authoritative analysis to deliver a warning about the way numbers can lead us astray - if we let them. * Tim Harford *Statistics and data can tell the truth, but they can also lie, as this valuable book explains . . . you can never read the points Blauw makes too often. -- Daniel Finkelstein * The Times *If you don't consider yourself a numbers person, then this is the book for you. It is an intriguing and accessible exploration of how digits can shape our lives, be it measuring academic progress, election results or economic growth. Sanne Blauw, the numeracy correspondent for Dutch news outlet De Correspondent, provides startling insight about how manipulated figures can lead us astray, laying bare the perils of blindly buying into the hyperbole of peddled statistics * Herald *A beautifully accessible exploration of how numbers shape our lives, and the importance of accurately interpreting the statistics we are fed. THE NUMBER BIAS will give even the most maths-averse reader the tools they need to navigate our data-rich world. * Angela Saini, author of SUPERIOR *From Covid-19 to the tobacco industry to the climate crisis . . . a punchy, amusing history of the deliberate misuse of statistics . . . The digestibility of Blauw's offering is also a public virtue in itself, if it encourages more people to read it and immunise themselves against the virality of numerical disinformation. -- Stephen Poole * Guardian *Aware that many readers are likely to be daunted by a book about numbers, Blauw soothes such anxieties through her accessible style, brevity (the book runs to 170 pages) and, particularly, by focussing on stories rather than statistics . . . Using a calm, unshowy approach, Blauw convincingly argues that numbers should inform our choices, but they cannot make decisions for us. * Sunday Business Post *provocative . . . playful . . . necessary work, delivered with a light touch * Irish Times *

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Book SynopsisEdie Falco, Sheryl Crow, Athena Jones, Heidi Heitkamp, and an inspiring array of other breast cancer survivors and “previvors” lend their voices to this collection of powerful stories Drawing from first-hand interviews of successful, high-profile women from myriad industries and perspectives, award-winning journalist Ali Rogin brings together an all-star support and recovery team to inspire anyone confronting a cancer diagnosis, along with their loved ones. Learn how preeminent actresses, musicians, politicians, journalists, and entrepreneurs faced a formidable disease and put it in its place. In their own words, the women of Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss inform and encourage by sharing their experiences and advice: how they told loved ones about their diagnoses, navigated treatment options, and managed the work/life/cancer balance. Rogin, too, faced great uncertainty when she tested positively for the BRCA1 genetic mutation at age twenty. She found answers in the vibrant community of breast cancer survivors and “previvors” who also stared down the odds. With her brave decision to undergo a prophylactic bilateral mastectomy before even graduating college, Rogin joined this diverse sisterhood of women confronting breast cancer in its many forms with dignity, strength, and humor.Trade ReviewAdvance Praise for Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss “In Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss, Ali Rogin leads the reader through a behind-the-scenes exposé of the transformative breast cancer journeys taken by a number of America’s most beloved ‘bosses.’ Between Ali’s insightful voice and these resilient, exemplary stories, expect to find your own inner boss lady emboldened, encouraged, and inspired.”––Dr. Kristi Funk, M.D., Breast Cancer Surgeon, Bestselling Author of Breasts: The Owner’s Manual, and Cofounder of pinklotus.com “Ali Rogin has written a timely and critically important book. It is also very personal. Through compelling interviews with thirty truly amazing women, coupled with her own experience, she has told the story of breast cancer—and how to beat it—in a detailed but completely understandable way. This is must-reading that I highly recommend—and not just for women.”––Wolf Blitzer, Anchor, CNN “Empowering! Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss is a practical and inspirational guide that’s filled with invaluable nuggets of wisdom. A must-have road map for anyone at high risk for breast cancer or navigating their way through treatment.”––Rebecca Katz, M.S., Author of The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen “If there were a bible of boss women who beat breast cancer, Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss would be it. Sheryl Crow, Edie Falco, and Jill Kargman, among other powerhouses, offer their true testaments on how to survive cancer to inspire any woman to be the C.E.O. of her comeback.”––Marisa Acocella, New York Times Bestselling Author of Ann Tenna and Cancer Vixen “This book is the most comprehensive guide to all sorts of questions the doctors can’t answer, and the most original advice I’ve read on how to deal with any uncertain and daunting situation. Buy this book for anyone going through breast cancer treatment, any survivor, and any woman at risk who might be scared. Beat Breast Cancer Like a Boss isn't just for women touched by cancer—it is a manual for how to survive any curveball in life.”––Geralyn Lucas, Author of Why I Wore Lipstick To My Mastectomy and Then Came Life

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Book SynopsisIt's been said that finding the right question is more important than finding its answer. As author Jennie Lee writes, "Quality questions lead to quality answers. Questions promote deeper thought, connection, authenticity, and humility." In Spark Change, Lee shows you how to identify that most important question and explore how it might redefine the trajectory of your life. Here Lee guides you through 108 inspiring questions designed to deepen your awareness of your innermost needs and initiate powerful shifts throughout your life. Whether it's examining the attitudes that hold you back or investigating where you truly want to go in life, these guided inquiries are meant to cultivate gratitude for your gifts, peace with the form of the present moment, and resilience in the face of life's challenges. For the last two decades, Lee has used conscious inquiry practices to encourage self-reflection in her yoga therapy practice. Inspired by the source teachings of classical yoga as well as Lee's own inner journey, these prompts delve into some of the most enduring questions of psychology, self-improvement, and the spiritual path. With Lee's piercing insight and constant guidance, Spark Change provides 108 prime opportunities to stop, ponder, and listen to the call of your most essential self.

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Book SynopsisKeep hope in your heart, whatever the weatherThere's magic in making the best out of a bad situation, no matter what life throws your way. This little book of consoling quotes and cheerful sayings will get you looking on the bright side in no time.

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Book SynopsisFROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CARE OF THE SOUL COMES AN UPLIFTING MEDITATION ON THE ART OF GROWING OLDER  ‘Thomas Moore convinces us that we age best when we embrace our age, live agelessly, and remember every day to find the endless joy nestled inside our soul’Dr Rudolph E. Tanzi, Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School,  and New York Times bestselling author of Super Brain and Super Genes  Ageless Soul reveals a fresh, optimistic and rewarding path towards ageing. Renowned psychotherapist and bestselling author Thomas Moore shows us that as we grow older we become more distinctive and complex. Drawing on stories from his practice as a psychotherapist and teacher, Moore argues for a new vision of ageing and shows readers how to embrace the richness of the experience and how to feel fulfilled as they grow older.Trade Review‘After reading this beautifully and eloquently written book, getting older seems much more like a blessing than a curse! Thomas Moore convinces us that we age best when we embrace our age, live agelessly, and remember every day to find the endless joy nestled inside our soul.’ -- Dr Rudolph E. Tanzi, Joseph P. and Rose F. Kennedy Professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School, and New York Times bestselling author of Super Brain and Super Genes‘With warmth, intimacy, and rare depth of wisdom, [Moore] guides his readers through each of [aging’s] stages. Grounded in years of psychological research and spiritual reflection on the human enterprise, this wonderful book lays out for us what it is to live a full and creative life all the way to its end. This book should be read by everyone but especially by those for whom the very thought of aging is depressing. This book can change their minds.’ -- Sister Joan Chittister, author of The Gift of Years‘With Ageless Soul, Thomas Moore extends a magnificent invitation to reflect, grow up with joy and intention, and give back with an open heart. Accept and pleasure follows.’ -- Marc Freedman, founder and CEO of Encore.org and author of The Big Shift‘In this profound and moving meditation upon aging, Thomas Moore offers us the keys to living well. Anyone facing the second half of life can gain from this lovely book a measure of wisdom and serenity.’ -- Ralph White, author of The Jeweled Highway'Moore, a former monk, current psychotherapist, and author of the classic Care of the Soul (1992), contemplates aging in this thoughtful book. Successful aging is more than growing older, he writes. It’s going through the steps and passages of life proactively to finally arrive at your true self. Moore sees melancholy and loneliness as feelings to embrace, explore, and work through. Instead of fighting aging, he urges readers to accept it and become mentors or elders to younger people, sharing both wisdom and compassion. Moore doesn’t belittle the challenges that older people face, but instead counsels them to use these obstacles as the means to develop the soul. He urges everyone to be open to opportunities, to use retirement as a time to focus on arts and relationships, and to think of leaving legacies. He understands older people’s need to be seen and heard as well as the draw of formal religion and the quest for meaning. And he speaks of death as the natural progression of life. Moore, who is in his late seventies, follows his own advice as he continues to speak and write about spirituality. This gentle book, filled with specific suggestions and thought-provoking examples, will be inspiring to older readers and a comfort to their caregivers.' -- Candace Smith, Booklist

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Book SynopsisBy dipping into this little book of simple Zen Buddhist sayings, you can calm your anxiety and return serenity to your soul.Are you feeling stress and anxiety from the demands of daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your to-do list and the constant deluge of information from all quarters? Are you unhappy with your life and envious of those around you? At times like these it's important to step back and take a breath.Zen meditation may conjure up images of sitting in silence for long hours, but according to Buddhist monk and author Shinsuke Hosokawa, Zen can be summed up as "the knowledge needed for a person to live life with a positive outlook." With this in mind, he has produced this charmingly illustrated collection of thoughts and sayings to help you live life with less stress and anxiety. The sayings include: Pay attention to what is right in front of your eyes Nothing happens by chance. Every encounter has its meaning Be careful not to confuse the means and the purpose Keep flowing just like water Nothing will control you Even a bad day is a good day Check the ground beneath your feet when you're in trouble You'll never walk alone These 52 mindful sayings mirror the 52 steps traditionally taken to achieve Buddhist enlightenment, and they also coincide with the 52 weeks of the year—passing through the seasons, both in the natural world and our lives. Each page has an illustration and a simple, meditative reflection to help you see into your own heart, accept your current state of being, reduce anxiety and find peace.Whatever the time of year, whatever your time of life, by browsing the pages of this book you are sure to quickly find a piece of universal wisdom that will resonate with your soul.Trade Review"A gentle introduction to Zen wisdom that feels like a breath of fresh air in a bamboo forest." --Hector Garcia, author of lkigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life"Shinsuke Hosokawa has distilled centuries of Zen wisdom into 52 accessible aphorisms. They serve as guideposts, not only for Zen students, but for anyone who wants to lead a fuller life." --Ken Kushner, author of One Arrow, One Life: Zen, Archery, Enlightenment"This beautifully crafted book conveys Zen philosophy in a poetic and sensitive way, gently guiding the reader along wisdom's path…If we gaze within our hearts while letting go, we will release our concerns and find happiness." --C. Alexander Simpkins, co-author with Annellen M. Simpkins of Simple Buddhism: A Guide To Enlightened Living

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Book SynopsisA New York Times bestselling author and tech columnist's counter-intuitive guide to staying relevant - and employable - in the machine age by becoming irreplaceably human.It's not a future scenario any more. We've been taught that to compete with automation and AI, we'll have to become more like the machines themselves, building up technical skills like coding. But, there's simply no way to keep up. What if all the advice is wrong? And what do we need to do instead to become futureproof?We tend to think of automation as a blue-collar phenomenon that will affect truck drivers, factory workers, and other people with repetitive manual jobs. But it's much, much broader than that. Lawyers are being automated out of existence. Last year, JPMorgan Chase built a piece of software called COIN, which uses machine learning to review complicated contracts and documents. It used to take the firm's lawyers more than 300,000 hours every year to review all of those documents. Now, it takes a few seconds, and requires just one human to run the program. Doctors are being automated out of existence, too. Last summer, a Chinese tech company built a deep learning algorithm that diagnosed brain cancer and other diseases faster and more accurately than a team of 15 top Chinese doctors.Kevin Roose has spent the past few years studying the question of how people, communities, and organisations adapt to periods of change, from the Industrial Revolution to the present. And the insight that is sweeping through Silicon Valley as we speak -- that in an age dominated by machines, it's human skills that really matter - is one of the more profound and counter-intuitive ideas he's discovered. It's the antidote to the doom-and-gloom worries many people feel when they think about AI and automation. And it's something everyone needs to hear.In nine accessible, prescriptive chapters, Roose distills what he has learned about how we will survive the future, that the way to become futureproof is to become incredibly, irreplaceably human.Trade ReviewA concise, insightful and sophisticated guide to maintaining humane values in an age of new machines -- The New York Times Book ReviewWhile we need to rewrite the rules of the twenty-first-century economy, Kevin's book is a great look at how people can do this on a personal level to always put humanity first -- Andrew YangLightly written and engaging * The Times *Kevin Roose provides a clear, compelling strategy for surviving the next wave of technology with our jobs - and souls - intact... Futureproof is the survival guide you need. * Charles Duhigg, The Power of Habit *AI will be a far bigger game changer for the world than COVID-19. And unless we start thinking and planning for it far more seriously now, we will be in even greater peril. Futureproof is a brilliant book that explains what we need to do, all of us, right now * Anthony Seldon *Roose offers an upbeat, practical guide for dealing with "a world that is increasingly arranged by and for machines" . . . Helpful advice to quell workers' anxiety * Kirkus Reviews *PRAISE FOR YOUNG MONEY - If Kevin Roose's finely crafted Young Money does not scare you straight about the life of a young financial analyst on Wall Street, it can't be done. Roose's frolic through Wall Street's playpen is a must-read. * House of Cards; Money and Power *Despite all the press about Wall Street, the stories that don't usually get told are those of the recent college graduates who clamour for the chance to work 100 hour plus weeks at the big banks. Kevin Roose's new book, which follows a handful of analysts through the trials and tribulations of their early years on the Street, is a thoughtful exploration of their motivations and their experiences - and it's a great read. * The Smartest Guys in the Room and All the Devils are Here *A cautionary true-life tale, Young Money should be required reading for every college student who is contemplating a job on Wall Street. As for the rest of us, who remember Wall Street before 2008, Kevin Roose has provided a great window into how that world has changed-and how it hasn't. * The Predator's Ball *Highly entertaining and impressive ...Roose's captivating read is sure to appeal to readers young and old who are interested in the zeitgeist of Wall Street since the crash * Publisher's Weekly *[Young Money] offers a compelling glimpse of Wall Street in the post-2008 recession era...thought provoking, excellent book * Booklist *The young people who have flocked to Wall Street are often badly used, caught up in power struggles among middle management and little appreciated ... [Young Money] captures the daily indignities to which the junior capitalists are subjected * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisDiscover how you can use high-protein, brain-fueling foods to overcome anxiety, worry, and fatigue for good!Do you struggle with anxiety, sugar cravings, weight gain, and fatigue? You aren’t alone. In our busy, overscheduled lives, many of us turn to fast food to relieve stress and meet the challenges of our jobs, families, and relationships. But these “on-the-go” meals—which are typically low in protein and high in sugar—can actually contribute to our anxiety, add to our waistlines, and increase our risk of developing devastating medical problems. So, what can you do to break free from this vicious cycle?In this practical, feel-better-now workbook, you’ll learn how to make healthier food choices, and discover how protein and sugar affect your emotions and energy on any given day. You’ll also find convenient meal planning and tracking tools to help you monitor your progress, and a wealth of easy tips and doable ways to improve your diet, overcome fatigue, and restore your vitality and mental clarity.Everyone’s heard the adage, “You are what you eat.” When it comes to anxiety, research now shows that nutritional factors often underlie the anxious thoughts and feelings we have every day. With this life-changing workbook, you’ll learn to use brain-boosting foods to stay one step ahead of anxiety.

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Book SynopsisCrafting is so much fun – but did you know that it can sometimes create excess waste that is not good for our planet? For this imaginative collection of projects, most of what you need is already in your recycling box, but for other supplies there is a handy guide on what gets a planet-friendly thumbs up and what to avoid. Throughout the book, you'll find facts, tips and handy hints on how to be a crafty eco-warrior. There are also special information sections dotted throughout covering tips and ideas for climate activism and an overview of the main climate issues we face. Projects include: bear plant pots, shirt scrunchies, beeswax lunch bags, DIY paint and egg carton crown. AUTHORS: Laura Minter and Tia Williams are two creative mums based in Sussex, UK. They started Little Button Diaries, their award-winning crafting and baking blog in 2013 to show that having children doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you love. Laura and Tia also write craft tutorials for craft superstore Hobbycraft and they have written many books for GMC Publications, including The Superhero Craft Book, The Dinosaur Craft Book, The Mermaid Craft Book, The Horrible Craft Book and The Big Book of Dressing Up. 400 photographs

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Book SynopsisThis transformative journal guides readers through daily rituals and writing exercises for gratitude, renewal, and self-care. Delivered in a radiant package with colorful watercolor illustrations, foil stamping, gilded edges, and a ribbon marker, plus plenty of blank space for reflection, The Rituals Journal is an encouraging handbook for anyone looking to nourish the mind, body, and spirit through simple practices for well-being.• NOURISH BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: Use this guided journal to embark upon daily rituals and writing exercises that will bring gratitude, renewal, and self-care.• A RADIANT PACKAGE: This eye-catching journal is a beautiful object to display on a desk or nightstand. Foil stamping, gilded edges, and a ribbon marker, plus colorful watercolor illustrations throughout the pages, make it a joy to write in.• START YOUR TRANSFORMATION TODAY: If you''re interested in spirituality, mysticism, and rituals, want to improve your self-car

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Book Synopsis'Elegant ... calm and generous' Mary Beard, Guardian The must-read, pocket-sized Big Think book of 2020 One of the Guardian's 'Best Books to Inspire Compassion' One of Independent's Books of the Month A Cosmopolitan 'Revolutionary Read' Ours is the age of contagious anxiety. We feel overwhelmed by the events around us, by injustice, by suffering, by an endless feeling of crisis. So, how can we nurture the parts of ourselves that hope, trust and believe in something better? And how can we stay sane in this age of division? In this powerful, uplifting plea for conscious optimism, Booker Prize-nominated novelist and activist Elif Shafak draws on her own memories and delves into the power of stories to bring us together. In the process, she reveals how listening to each other can nurture democracy, empathy and our faith in a kinder and wiser future.Trade ReviewOne of the best writers in the world today -- Hanif KureishiSharp and elegant ... I did find myself hoping that Facebook and Like (or whatever they are now called) might one day come across this little book - and thinking that its calm and generous view of the world might give them back some part of the optimism that had greeted their arrival. -- Mary Beard * Guardian *A calmly rational response to extraordinary circumstances ... there is comfort in having a voice like Shafak's to guide us * The i Paper *Insightful and very moving -- John Harris * Guardian *A deeply thought-provoking delight * Independent *Fortifying and optimistic * Net-a-Porter Magazine *One of the most important writers at work today * Independent *Shafak's writings are an embodiment of radical remembrance; with existential fervour, they pull together the past and future to bring forth a fully realised present that feels all the more urgent * Dazed *PRAISE FOR PREVIOUS BOOKS: 'Expect vibrant, vivid and eye-opening descriptions of Middle Eastern life propelled by a tender storyline, all in Shafak's haunting, beautiful and considered prose' * Vanity Fair *Incredibly sensuous and poetic and evocative -- Pandora Sykes * The High Low *Richly uplifting... truly beautiful writing -- Nicola SturgeonSimply magnificent, a truly captivating work of immense power and beauty, on the essence of life and its end -- Philippe SandsA vivid carnival of life and death, cruelty and kindness, love, politics and deep humanity. Brilliant! -- Helena KennedyBeautifully written ... a complex vision of how emotions interact with political life -- Devi Sridhar * Lancet *Beautifully written ... calls for the importance of centring knowledge, storytelling, empathy, and wisdom in our lives. -- Devi Sridhar * Lancet *

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE GOLD PRIZE FOR RELIGION / SPIRITUALITY OF EASTERN THOUGHT AT THE 2016 NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS.Can meditation and mindfulness exercise make us sharper, smarter, healthier, happier? In Siddhartha''s Brain, James Kingsland reveals that a complete scientific theory of how these practices work is now within our grasp and may be the key to treating a wide range of afflictions of the human mind. Some twenty-five centuries ago, an Indian sage called Siddhartha Gautama - the man who would become known as the Buddha - developed a programme for improving mental well-being which has been passed down to us by generations of monks and nuns. Today, secular mindfulness courses are proving their worth for tackling many of the problems associated with the demands of our frenetic, technology-driven modern world.Research has shown that mindfulness can be used to treat stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, hypertension and drug addict

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Book SynopsisRevered as much for her independent spirit as she is for her art, Frida Kahlo stands today as a brazen symbol of female agency and daring creativity. She was a woman ahead of her time, who even decades after her passing has inspired Oscar-winning films, Snapchat filters, endless T-shirts and merchandise and even Barbies. Her paintings have earned her legions of admirers who fill her exhibitions and span the globe. But perhaps her greatest work of art was her own life.What Would Frida Do? celebrates the feminist icon's signature style, her outspoken politics, her boldness in love and art-even in the face of hardship, pain, and heartbreak. We see her tumultuous and passionate marriage with her husband, the famous muralist Diego Rivera, and her flings with Leon Trotsky and Josephine Baker. We regard her larger than life persona, as a petite woman who drank heavily, sang lustily, painted provocatively, and even to the very end insisted on theatrical gestures-as when she insisted on being carried in on her deathbed so as not to miss her final solo exhibition. Each chapter shares intimate stories, lively quotes, and personal details about Frida's life, showing today's reader how Frida faced down obstacles by unapologetically embracing her own ideals. Through reflections on this singular life, we can call upon on Frida's boldness to guide us on our own paths.In this charming and irresistible read, culture writer Arianna Davis conjures Frida's brave spirit, encouraging women to persevere when they are suffering, to claim their agency, to create fearlessly, and to stand by their own truths.

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to begin the process of making yourself a new etheric body and individuality? In the last century, Rudolf Steiner issued a challenge for practitioners of western spiritual science. Would it be possible to develop a new form of cognitive, or Michaelic, yoga? In contrast to the eastern yogis of old - who practiced the spiritualization of inhalation and exhalation - such contemporary yogic practice would involve a spiritualization of thinking as well as a transformation of perceptions and sensations. In Cognitive Yoga, Dr Ben-Aharon responds to that call, developing the entire modern yogic process and describing it in remarkable detail. Through the methods presented, committed practitioners of anthroposophy can create a living framework for spiritual research through a fully spiritualized thinking accompanied by a complete renewal of the experiences of perception and sensation as well as of the human body itself.Included in the contents of this extraordinary book is a comprehensive guide to the spiritualization of the senses and how this leads to a transmutation of the deepest and most unconscious bodily processes and functions. Cognitive Yoga culminates in a pioneering description of a completely individualized meeting with the etheric Christ in the etheric world - the most important spiritual and human experience that people can have in our time and over the millennia to come. This seminal work, built on decades of first-hand research, provides tangible evidence that western spiritual schooling is not only alive and well, but also full of potential for future development. Ben-Aharon offers a fully formulated and practical guide to a knowledge of the present revelations of the spiritual world.Table of ContentsPreface - Introduction - 1. The life cycle of etheric breathing - 2. The composition of ordinary cognition - 3. The pearl of greatest price: Individuation - 4. Etherization of Sight - 5. Etherization of Thinking - 6. Etherization of Smell - 7. Birth of a new etheric body - 8. Birth of an etheric individuality - 9. Early childhood of an etheric individuality - 10. Essence exchange with the Cosmic Source

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"In a helpful running commentary that accompanies his vigorous translation, [James] Romm glosses Seneca to mean that the best gifts are given anonymously and received gratefully. . . . For the stoically inclined, a fine vade mecum come donation time." * Kirkus Reviews *"Engaging. . . . [Seneca] has seldom seemed wiser."---Steven Donoghue, Open Letters"[Romm] is very helpful in his introduction . . . [and his] short summations show a clear mastery of his material."---Ray Morris, Classics for All"Thoughtful advice. . . . How to Give is as much about receiving as it is about giving."---John J. Miller, National Review"This new translation of Seneca the Younger's De Beneficiis has insights for both givers and receivers, confirming that the questions surrounding philanthropy—and how to receive as well as to give graciously—are of enduring importance."---Austin Detwiler, Philanthropy Daily

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Book SynopsisSteve Jobs founded Apple in 1976 with Steve Wozniak. This book inspires readers to think like Jobs, break rules, hone messages, stay ahead, market ideas, seek opportunities, and achieve desired results.

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Book Synopsis The Positively Awesome Journal is packed with creative and colourful activities designed to help you find your sunshine and focus on self-care. In this journal, illustrator, author and self-care advocate Stacie Swift will encourage and equip you with the insights and tools you need to brighten even the greyest days. With her refreshingly honest and down-to-earth attitude to positivity and mental well-being, Stacie's tips and tasks remind you that you matter, too. Make your way through each prompt, from post-its and pie charts to lists and life-lessons, to create your personal self-care handbook to revisit whenever you need it most. Whether you are looking for an affirmation to make you smile, manageable self-kindness ideas, or to create your own list of 'Everyday Awesome Things', each page combines Stacie's signature bright and colourful illustrations with relatable and valuable messages to inspire and uplift you every day. A beacon of positivity – this is more than a journal, it's a place to put yourself first. "Stacie's positivity shines through in every word she writes. Her colourful approach to self-care is refreshing and comforting. This is a journal we all need right now" – Izzy Judd. "Stacie's words and illustrations speak right into our messy human-ness, cheerleading, equipping and supporting us along the way." – Anna Mathur.

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Book SynopsisToday, we don't get nearly enough play in our lives. At school, kids are drilled on exams, while at home we're all glued to our phones and screens. Former children's laureate and bestselling author, Michael Rosen, is here to show us how to put this right - and why it matters so much for creativity, resilience and much more. Packed with silliness, activities and prompts for creative indoor and outdoor play for all ages - with specially illustrated pages for everything from doodling to word play and after-dinner games.Trade ReviewPlay, make-believe, nonsense talk, it all comes naturally to us when we're young. As one of our most beloved children's authors, poets and storytellers, it's a knack Rosen has never grown out of ... Yet now, more than ever, Rosen argues that there's an important role for play in all our lives. -- Boudicca Fox-Leonard * Sunday Telegraph *The former children's laureate advocates play for everyone, young or old. The book has a friendly, lively tone as it explores role play, ad-libbing, dressing up, toys, art, stories and wordplay. * i Newspaper *

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Book SynopsisGet into the holiday spirit with these 101 magical stories about the most wonderful time of the year!Prepare to be inspired by these tales of giving, gratitude, and kindness. You’ll also pick up some creative ways to make your own holidays even more special, with new plans for family fun, gift ideas, and activities. These 101 true personal stories are filled with the cheer of the season. They’ll leave you smiling and eager to share the joy of the holidays, from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah to Christmas and New Year’s. We didn’t forget the kids either. All the stories in this collection are “Santa safe,” meaning they keep the magic alive even for precocious readers. And your purchase will support Toys for Tots as well, creating miracles for children all over the U.S. 25¢ per book sold will go to Toys for Tots.

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Book SynopsisLife begins again at 60! You’ll be inspired by these tales of new love, new careers, new adventures, new purpose, and loads of fun!These stories from dynamic, active people over 60 prove the adage that age is just a number. Whether they’re relaxing at home or traveling the world, married or single, working or retired, these folks do it all. Read about: Finding romance and love again at 60, 70, or 80 Downsizing and enjoying the freedom of less Traveling the world and moving to new homes Starting new businesses, new jobs, and volunteering Getting in shape—with new sports and fitness routines Trying new things and proudly overcoming fears Finding new passions – for dancing, teach acting, sports cars and more Proof that older really is wiser! And plenty of comic relief about pesky technology, creaky joints, and those “senior moments” Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.

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Book SynopsisA little book that packs a big punch, OH HELL NO! is an affirming purchase for any self-proclaimed naysayer, and a great gift for a friend in need of a reminder that it's OK to say no.

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Book SynopsisThe Wealth Secrets of the Ancients:Updated for Today's ChallengesGeorge S. Clason's classic guide to financial health, The Richest Man in Babylon, has won millions of followers since 1930. Told as a series of parables set in ancient Mesopotamia, The Richest Man in Babylon is enthralling in its wisdom and simplicity. But times have changed. The enduring crisis of economic lockdown, spiraling health costs, and working from home were not even figments in the mind of this great author. Now, PEN Award-winning historian and popular voice of self-help Mitch Horowitz marries Clason's insights to the challenges of our present-day financial lives to produce a profoundly realistic, practical, and relevant action plan based on the original principles of The Richest Man in Babylon.In seven stepsor Clason's Golden LessonsMitch explores how to profit from your dwelling in our new work-from-home economy; the tough truth about healthcare costs and the original Babylon principles; the soundest source of investment; real-world ways to increase your earning power; why maintaining cashflow matters more than paying down debt in times of crisis; how to contend with issues of fear around money, and more. As a special bonus feature, this action plan includes a faithful abridgment of Clason''s original work, which serves a s a perfect refresher for longtime readers and a primer for newcomers.In this to-the-point guide, Mitch also explores the historical background of the man and book that taught us to pay yourself first, and why Clason's basic rules still make the most sense. A selection of "Clason''s Golden Aphorisms" distill key pieces of wisdom from the original book, each a lesson in itself.In succinct fashion, Mitch provides the first true update to one of the greatest financial guides ever written.

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Book SynopsisA personal story of the author reflecting on her journey of life with references to quotes from the Qur'an, Hadith and contemporary thinkers.Trade Review"Naima brings out our dynamism by letting us see her (usually invisible) fragility. I was crying by page ten and ready to take on the world a chapter later! This is a boost in times of global fear and personal challenges!" – Lauren Booth, Author Finding Peace in the Holy Land and Accidentally Muslim“I read Show Up in exactly 3 hours! When I decided to read it the morning I received it, my intention was just to get started, however, the writing style was so beautiful, the message so straight to the point and the actionable takeaways were so clearly outlined, I couldn’t stop. It’s about time someone gave us the wake up call! And who better than one who is already living the truth she is inviting others to?” – Aishah Adams, Author, Rise, Irrespective CEO, The Support Lounge“Through a deeply personal narrative of her own journey after the death of her husband, Na'ima B. Robert inspires Muslim women to gather the resources available to them so they can be the heroine in their stories and show up as victors. Show Up is a powerful testimony of the beauty that's possible when you choose to rise in the face of life's challenges as a heroine in your life story.” ­– LaYinka Sanni, Host, Honest Tea Talk"I was so overwhelmed with emotion and started sobbing three pages in. I appreciate Na’ima sharing a love story that will - insha Allah - continue in the heavens above. " – Selina Bakkar, Founder, AmaliaFinally. Finally a motivational self-help, self-care book written for the Muslim woman, with Islamic references and stories intricately woven in. This gives it beautiful depth. Naima B. Robert has written an insightful book, full of raw vulnerability, sharing her own deeply personal stories and experiences. This book reads like a love-letter to the sisterhood of Muslim women to inspire her to “...choose courage over fear”. It takes the reader on a reflective journey that lights a fire of hope for whichever life stage she’s at, and for situations she has faced or is facing. It guides her on how to ‘show up’ authentically with an easy to follow, step-by-step process. This is a must-read for any Muslim woman ready to be present as a hero in her life, and for any woman trying to find the courage to do so. As Robert asks “Now is the time for it, if not now, then when? And, if not you, then who?”. Tumkeen, Writer and Poet, Contributing Writer for Detroit Mom and Lansing Mom

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Book SynopsisNow in paperback, a modern guidebook to the ancient wisdom from the Indian spiritual tradition of Vedanta to fuel your purpose and performance.By contemplating and applying the precious knowledge in these pages, you will learn to make everything in your life easier than you think possible. -- from the foreword by Dave AspreyWhy do some people thrive while others just get by? What's their secret?The ancient Indian spiritual tradition Vedanta calls it prana, or life force. We can call it vital force. By any name, it's the fundamental fuel that activates and optimizes all physical, emotional, and cognitive functions; including consciousness, perception, thinking, judgment, and memory. When we're fully fueled with this essential energy, it transforms our mind-set and moves us toward greater happiness, success, and self-awareness. Rajshree Patel is a former federal prosecutor who discovered Vedanta by accident and went on to bTrade Review"The book you're holding in your hands right now contains an incredible distillation of what you might learn through years of studying many different Eastern traditions. But the single most precious thing you will get out of reading it is the knowledge that unconscious mental resistance and struggle makes everything you do harder than it needs to be."- from the foreword by Dave Asprey, founder and CEO of Bulletproof "In this age of rampant burnout and stress, Patel shares a refreshing perspective on how we can use time-tested practices to seriously boost our energy, vitality, and well-being. Rich, practical, and life-changing wisdom!"- Emma Seppälä, Ph.D., author of The Happiness Track "Human beings have labored immensely to explore the outer world; the continents, the oceans, the cosmos. Our creative enterprise and inquisitiveness has focused on the external-and we have failed to map the most mysterious terrain of all, the internal. . . . This book by Rajshree provides easy-to-use tools that actually optimize the internal landscape-our mental and emotional faculties. It provides the missing link to thriving both inside and out. It's the simple way to switch off your busy mind and turn on your power."- Jason Silva, filmmaker, futurist, and former host of the Emmy-nominated Brain Games"I had my team learn the tools to harness life energy and we found that with less effort we could achieve more. . . . High energy equals high impact. It naturally translates to greater self-empowerment, accountability, and generosity. One of the core statements at Panda is to 'Make Happy Happen.' The Power of Vital Force provides practical wisdom and techniques that naturally make happy happen."- Andrew Cherng, founder and CEO of Panda Express"Rajshree Patel is the 'real deal'. If you are looking to change your life using meditation, don't settle for gimmicks and hype. Pick up this book and discover how ancient, time-tested tools of breath and meditation can bring vitality and clarity to your life."- Michael Edelstein, former president of NBC Universal International Studios and executive producer of Desperate Housewives "Neuroscience is finally catching up to what the wisdom of the East has been telling us for thousands of years. Vital force is the key to wellness. This book can up your game in every aspect of life."- Naveen Jain, co-founder and CEO of Viome and author of Moonshots: Creating a World of Abundance"The Power of Vital Force is exceptional! . . . . A true masterpiece that blends the 'art and science' of consciousness and what it takes to energize the human soul, to learn how to truly thrive in a way you could have never imagined."- Peter Cooper, founder of Cooper Investors"Finally, a book that gives the how-to's, not just what-to's. This book is filled with tools, practical insights, rooted in timeless wisdom that can enhance the physical and mental faculties with ease . . .and Rajshree with her deep wisdom and experience is the perfect exponent of these ancient truths."- Chandrika Tandon, business leader, humanitarian, and Grammy-nominated artist "The Power of Vital Force is a practical guidebook for anyone who would like to supercharge their life. The honest guidance is not only actionable, but refreshing and personable. I only wish I'd had a book like this when I started my career."- Rathi Murthy, SVP and Chief Technology Officer of Gap, Inc."A powerful guide full of actionable tools and practical timeless wisdom. If you are ready to think less and live more, read this book."- Bernardo Bonjean, founder and CEO of Avante and entrepreneur"The Power of Vital Force compiles all of Rajshree's wisdom and grace into easily applicable lessons. . . . Honestly, reading this book is the next best thing to working directly with Rajshree."- Jeremy Larner, founder and president of JKL Worldwide and angel investor

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Book SynopsisThe classic guide on how to build loving relationships. In this exploration of loving and living, bestselling author Leo Buscaglia addresses the intricacies and challenges of love relationships. He asks such important questions, as: How do we best interweave our lives with our loved ones? Do we change our way of relating depending on the circumstances? If we fail in one relationship, can we succeed in others? In this exhilarating book, Leo doesn't give pat answers. He presents alternatives and suggests behaviour that opens the way to truly loving each other. He recalls with heartwarming detail the importance of his own family and friendships in helping him to be open to grow and to love.

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