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Book SynopsisFrom Carissa Potter, whose stationery and gift line, People I''ve Loved, has been featured on Design Sponge, Cool Hunting, and Apartment Therapy. Times can get tough, and this book is here to support women through those moments. Its uplifting and positive message helps women cope with depression, grief, anxiety and stress. It is a reminder that it''s normal to feel those emotions, and it provides support for navigating through them. Like a hug from a friend, it will become a go-to positivity boost for women dealing with life''s difficult times. Through practical guidance, meaningful messages of empathy, honesty, art and humor, It''s Okay to Feel Things Deeply gives women the encouragement they need exactly when they need it. • Vibrant illustrations throughout• Positive message promotes self-love• Helps women tackle difficult emotions like depression, anxiety, anger, loneliness, and griefFans of People I''ve Loved, Emotional First Aid: Healing Rejection, Guilt, Failure, and Other Everyday Hurts and It''s OK That You''re Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn''t Understand will love this book.• Thoughtful gift for friends and family struggling with depression, anxiety or grief• Perfect addition to a self-help library• Great for anyone who needs a little cheer

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"She continues to inspire." -- Parade "An internationally acclaimed author and lecturer, [Williamson] offers advice on how to live your best self in order to bring miracles into your life." -- Time magazine "A self-help author and spiritual sage ... Williamson, a friend of Oprah Winfrey, has long been a spiritual fixture in Hollywood... She's also well known as a philanthropist... Her books offer prescriptives on everything from governance to fat fighting." -- Washington Post

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Book SynopsisThe Moon is whispering to you – are you listening?The Moonology™ Messages Oracle is a powerful divination tool that will connect you to your own innate wisdom and intuition.The ever-changing Moon speaks to those of us who are listening – leaving clues, hints and messages, which come through as feelings. These cards tap into those feelings, to offer clear guidance about you situation; where you are and the best way forwards. All you need to do is listen to Her whispers. The Moonology™ Messages Oracle taps into the Moon's message via 48 beautiful Moon symbols, helping you navigate tricky times and back to peace.Be inspired to take action based on your inner knowing. The mystical Moon is there for us and guiding us. Use this oracle to ask a question and She will light the path ahead. Let Her help you access your own wisdom and knowledge.

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Book SynopsisDissociation 101: The go-to guide for understanding your dissociative disorder, breaking the stigma, and healing from trauma-related dissociation."Just as important as The Body Keeps the Score (but an easier read for me)."?5-star reader reviewGuided byclinical counselor Jamie Marich?a trauma-informed clinician living with a dissociative disorder herself?this book tells you everything you need to know about dissociation...but were too afraid to ask.Here, you?ll learn:What dissociation is?and why it?s a natural response to traumaHow to understand and work with your ?parts??the unique emotional and behavioral profiles that can develop from personality fragmentationThere?s nothing shameful about dissociating?that, in fact, we can all dissociateSkills and strategies for living your best, authentic, and most fulfilled lifeWhat to look for in a therapist: choosing a healer who sees you and gets itFoundational elements of healing from trauma, including PTSD and C-PTSDWith practical guided exercises like ?The Dissociative Profile? and ?Parts Mapping,? this book is written for those diagnosed with dissociative disorders, clinicians and therapists who treat trauma and dissociation, and readers who are exploring whether they may have dissociative symptoms or a condition like dissociative identity disorder (DID). Dissociation Made Simple breaks it all down accessibly and comprehensively, with empowerment and support?and without stigma, judgment, or shame.

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Book Synopsis“There is currently more scientific evidence to the reality of near death experience (NDE) than there is for how to effectively treat certain forms of cancer,” states radiation oncologist Dr. Jeffrey Long is his groundbreaking new book Evidence of the Afterlife.Trade Review"Dr. Jeff Long and journalist Paul Perry have done a phenomenal job in clarifying current events in the study of near-death experiences. Dr. Long's work is leading us closer to a rational solution of the afterlife mystery." -- Raymond Moody, M.D., Ph.D., author of Life after Life "This important book about near-death experiences provides compelling evidence that mind and consciousness cannot be reduced to brain activity." -- Mario Beauregard, Ph.D., Neuroscientist at the University of Montreal and co-author of The Spiritual Brain "If someone asked for proof that life after death exists, refer them to this book. Dr. Long and Paul Perry have gone way beyond faith and into science, providing us with well-documented proof of what we have known absolutely for 35 years - there is life after death." -- Dannion and Kathryn Brinkley, authors of Saved by the Light and Secrets of the Light "Is there life after death? ...Radiation oncologist Dr. Jeffrey Long argues that if you look at the scientific evidence, the answer is unequivocally yes. Drawing on a decade's worth of research on near-death experiences... he makes the case for that controversial conclusion." -- Time.com "Long answers skeptics ... does a fine job of summarizing some of the transformative changes from NDEs... The end result of all this testimony, according to Long, is 'there is life after death.'" -- Spirituality and Practice

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Book SynopsisAI is everywhere these daysbut how can you actually use it to improve your life? From having ChatGPT plan your next vacation or customize a cover letter to letting Microsoft Copilot design your next event invitation, AI for Life is packed with over 100 easy, innovative, and fun ways to use generative AI in your daily life.

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Book SynopsisA guide, friend and judgement-free zone to help process the journey of heartbreakBreakups are messy. They''re emotional. They''re raw. But all of that pain doesn''t go away after the initial break. It sticks around - sometimes for a long time, sometimes forever - like grief. Whether you were the dumper or the dumpee, if you were together for four months or four years, going from a ''we'' to a ''me'' is not simple.This journal is the non-judgmental friend you can share all of your feelings with. With questions that hit all of the stages, from shock and anger all the way to sort-of-acceptance, you will learn more about yourself and what you want in a relationship. And most important, you will learn that the love you gave was never - and will never be - a waste.

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Book Synopsis"Look closely. The extraordinary is hidden in the ordinary. It is in the appreciation of something that we really begin to see it." From New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada comes an all-ages tale about the transformative power of gratitude. A follow-up title to the book Finding Muchness, this new illustrated book for adults illuminates life's awe-inspiring wonders through the adventures of a cuddly bear cub. Each page is an invitation to slow down, look around, and delight in the world's simple, sacred moments. With its magical simplicity, Feeling Grateful is a beautiful gift filled with wisdom to enjoy again and again.

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Book SynopsisThe morning gratitude journal that helps you win your day, every day, through constructive focus and everyday positivity. More than 100,000 copies sold! Discover Two Minute Mornings, a simple system based on positive psychology research. The choices made in the morning can have a huge impact all day long: Utilizing a gratitude journal can encourage you to 'win the day' in just a few minutes each morning. This written exercise helps facilitate mindfulness and assists in the creation of a constructive daily focus—the right track to forming a permanent positive mindset. Created by Neil Pasricha, entrepreneur, podcaster, public speaker, and New York Times bestselling author with millions of books sold worldwide, this guided journal prompts you into a quick two-minute morning ritual that focuses the mind and effectively sets daily intentions. 2 MINUTE MORNING JOURNAL: Features simple, quick prompts that focus on gratitude, letting go of stress, and setting daily intentions. ACHIEVABLE DAILY REFLECTION: Clean, encouraging page layouts provide space to reflect on three daily prompts: I will let go of, I am grateful for, I will focus on. DAILY HAPPINESS EQUATION: Forming a habit of morning gratitude journaling is a unique and successful way to increase happiness and set yourself up for success every day.Perfect for: Starting a mindfulness, meditation, or daily gratitude practice Gift or self-purchase for anyone working to reduce stress and create a more positive life Daily journal for embarking on a new challenge Birthday, graduation, retirement, or wellness gift Fans of Neil Pasricha's work advocating positivity and simple pleasures, including his books The Happiness Equation, The Book of Awesome, and You Are Awesome, and his Top 100 iTunes podcast 3 Books

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Book SynopsisConscious Creativity: The Workbook is an exciting, experimental journal to help readers connect with their creative impulses and senses. Trade Review"Full of fun ways to nurture and extend one’s creative juices and feel free to create in your own way...I suspect you’ll be excited the minute Conscious Creativity: The Workbook lands in your hands and find it to be a great companion on your creative journey." * Ann Kullberg's COLOR Magazine *Table of ContentsIntroduction Creating with No Agenda Random Practice Seeing, Finding and Observing Texture Colour The Senses and Synaesthesia Abstract Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisBeloved teacher and thought leader Gregg Braden explains how word-specific patterns used by ancient civilisations can help us rewire our brains for resilience and healing.Long before the advent of neuroscience, our ancestors understood intuitively that the words we speak and think can cause deep inner transformation: they created specific word patterns to provide healing, strength and inner power in difficult times, and encoded these in prayers and sacred writings.In this book, Gregg Braden shares Wisdom Codes for the full range of life experiences, including:- healing from loss- giving and receiving love- addressing anger, anxiety and addiction- finding forgivenessEach Wisdom Code - distilled from a quote, a scripture passage or a parable - is accompanied by a brief discussion of what the code means, why it's important and how to apply it in your life.

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Book SynopsisElegant guided journal based on the work of Louise Hay, packed with affirmations and inspirational prompts on confidence, self-love, and compassion.How to love yourselfthis evocative prompt has led millions of people to Louise Hay's work. Now, this modern, beautifully designed guided journal based on Louise's inspiring teachings will take you through the powerful exercises and uplifting affirmations you need to help you remember that at the very center of your being you are safe, you are whole, and you are perfect exactly as you are.This journal pairs Louise's writings and affirmations on self-love with time-honored exercises, such as how to craft your own affirmations, do mirror work, effectively visualize, forgive and release, heal dis-ease, recognize the inner child, and recognize your inner strength and true beauty every day.

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Book SynopsisWhat is the greatest obstacle to fulfillment, success, and happiness? 'It's the belief that your current situation, whatever it is, has the power to determine your future,' teaches Fleet Maull. Before he was a revered meditation teacher, Maull served 14 years in prison for drug trafficking. During that time, he embarked on a path of transformation and service that has helped tens of thousands - from inmates to hospice patients to top-level business leaders. With Radical Responsibility, he invites us to experience for ourselves the life changing journey from victim to co-creator. 'When we escape the belief that we are limited by our circumstances or others, we access the full power of our authentic selves,' writes Maull. Through teachings, practices, and Maull’s deep empathy for those in challenging life situations, this step-by-step book shows us how.

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Book SynopsisEvery day we use our mobiles and computers to communicate, but ironically we are losing touch with face-to-face talk. Catherine Blyth reveals the endless possibilities of conversation and shows that when it works it can come close to heaven. With examples from Elizabeth I to Tommy Cooper, courtesans to nomads, The Art of Conversation is full of tips on listening, the perfect handshake, talking shop and surviving conversational bores. Be it sharing a joke with a stranger, sparking a new idea or just letting off steam with a friend, there are infinite adventures to be had if you break the ice and say hello . . .Trade ReviewIt is a treasure trove of literary and historical delights, with each page containing a little gem in the form of a quotation or a factoid * Independent on Sunday *'Witty, charming and appropriately garrulous . . . it shamed me into wanting tomend my own, lumpen, non-conversational ways and pull my speech-relatedsocks up...this smart little book should be in every house like Gideonbibles in hotel rooms' * Mail on Sunday *A bit of fun by a young genius. The Art of Conversation . . . is a witty meditation uponall aspects of talk . . . if you give to a friend it will itself provoke hours of amusing chat as you read out her jokes and her wisdom * A.N. Wilson *'Blending science with psychology and philosophy with literature, she argues the case for banter and badinage. It's free, fun and gets your brain cells firing like the prettiest of firework displays' * Marie Claire *'I tried my hardest to dislike The Art of Conversation, but it's hard to dislike anything that quotes Chanelle from Big Brother in the same breath as Andrew Marvell and Henry James' * Guardian *'Everybody will read it, but pretend they haven't' * Observer *'As Woodrow Wilson once opined of the US President Warren Harding, I am simply in possession of 'a bungalow mind'. I hope that reading The Art of Conversation has furnished me with a staircase or two' * Observer *'A witty, entertaining guide, much praised' * Bookseller *'Modern man - and woman - have forgotten how to engage larynx and ears. Catherine Blyth teaches the lost art with wit and charm' * Harry Mount, author of AMO, AMAS, AMAT . . . AND ALL THAT *'Brings a professional sensibility to the topic' * Scotland on Sunday *'It's fun, it's fresh and it's flirty - all the things it teaches that we can be, if only we master the art of conversation' * The Resident *'A witty and thoroughly entertaining guide to the noble art of conversation' * Katie Hickman *'Get off that bloody computer and read this bloody great book. Reclaim the orgasmic pleasures of a bloody good conversation. Don't let modern technology turn you into an uncommunicative ninny: ingest this book and start conversing . . . and then start living' * Simon Doonan, author of ECCENTRIC GLAMOUR *'This is a gushingly erudite, high-spirited and enjoyably bossy book . . . a lot of wit and wisdom' * Literary Review *The book offers a host of delightful tips on listening, talking shop and even surviving conversational bores * Diplomat *'Blyth is a passionate talker, and here she takes us on an entertaining tour of the art of proper conversation . . . you'll never be at a loss for words at those awkward socials again!' * Glamour *'Her book, The Art of Conversation, is a rallying cry for this neglected yet vital pleasure' * Psychologies *

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Book SynopsisBuild self-esteem and discover true self-love with this inspiring and interactive self-love workbook.Crafted for women of all ages, this interactive and heartfelt guide features exercises that empower you to rewrite limiting beliefs, embrace positive self-talk, and nurture genuine self-worth. Unleash your confidence, foster self-acceptance, and embark on a journey of inner strength and empowerment with this comprehensive workbook.The Gift of Self-Love includes:• A self-esteem and self-confidence quiz to assess how you feel about yourself today and identify areas to give yourself more compassion and love• Writing exercises to help you get in touch with your feelings, rewrite limiting beliefs, and stop pressuring yourself to meet other people’s expectations• A positive self-talk guide to help you reframe your thoughts and silence the negative voice in your head• Recommendations for loving your body and embracing healthy living at any size• Stories, research, and meaningful advice to help you build self-worthThe Gift of Self-Love workbook is your path to enhanced self-esteem and genuine self-love. Don't miss this opportunity to boost confidence, rewrite limiting beliefs, and embrace a positive mindset. Get your hands on the best self-esteem workbook for women and embark on a life-changing journey today!Trade Review"This book reminds people of the importance of learning to be kind and supportive to themselves and to appreciate themselves for who they are." —Dr. Kristin Neff, PhD, bestselling author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself “Mary reminds us that one of the kindest acts of self-care involves tuning out the pressures of the outside world and learning to appreciate ourselves for who we truly are.” —Shannon Kaiser author of The Self-Love Experiment and Joy Seeker“This workbook is filled with actionable advice that will actually help you put self-love into practice (the most important part!). This book will help you work through the beliefs and expectations that have kept you stuck, and help you realize that you are wonderful exactly as you are.” —Caroline Dooner, author of The F*ck It Diet“Through a lens of Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size, Mary has written a supportive, encouraging book to help you fight diet culture and come to a place of gratitude for the mere existence of your body. By relating to her personal story, Mary will help you see that you’re not alone in your struggles with food and your body and will give you the courage to make the changes you need to live a trusting, sensual, and meaningful life. I highly recommend this beautiful, compassionate book for all who need a guidebook toward self-appreciation and self-love.” —Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, nutrition therapist and author of The Intuitive Eating Workbook for Teens and The Intuitive Eating Journal—Principles for Nourishing a Healthy Relationship with Food; Co-author of Intuitive Eating and The Intuitive Eating Workbook“For topics so nuanced, despicably monetized, and often traumatizing, Mary tackles body image, diet culture, and self acceptance masterfully. She seamlessly weaves together data, anecdotes, and poignant questions to paint a picture of what self-love could look like in the real, everyday version of our lives if we’re brave enough to reach out and take it.” —Zoe Marshall, TV writer and producer“Mary has written a game changing book that will change the lives of so many women! She bravely tackles the topic of radical self love and how that can and will impact any woman with body issues (all of us!) but especially women struggling with eating disorders. This book gives people permission to embrace their bodies and love themselves for who they truly are.” —Regena Thomashauer, author of Pussy: A Reclamation“In this relatable and practical workbook, Mary helps move people from disempowering self-criticism to renewed self-love.” —Kara Loewentheil, J.D., M.C.C., host of the UnF*ck Your Brain podcast“Mary is a pioneer in the self love movement and really does gets it. This book is an absolute must read for any woman who wants to heal her relationship with food and her body, and connect with her true power.” —Mel Wells, bestselling author of The Goddess Revolution, speaker and eating psychology coach"Full of quizzes, writing exercises and a step-by-step self-talk guide, she'll have a one-stop place to vent her feelings, feel encouraged and better help herself with confidence and self-love." —Good Housekeeping"Self love-focused influencer, @maryscupoftea, created this workbook to help readers build confidence. Set your lady up for a new year of healing by gifting her this." —Women’s Health Magazine

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Book SynopsisMessages from the universe to inspire, empower and soothe.

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Book Synopsis''Our thoughts are a magic part of us, and they carry us to places that have no boundaries, and no limitations'' In this bestselling thought-provoking book, Dr. Wayne Dyer stretches beyond self-help to self-realisation. To do so, he embarks on a journey to activate our minds and shows us how to transform our lives by using our thoughts constructively: in other words, how to focus on a belief and see it. Using anecdotes and examples, writing with wit and compassion, and drawing on his own amazing life story, Dr. Dyer has, once again, written an inspirational self-help book that explores how to achieve personal transformation through the visualisation of thought- and teaches us that believing is seeing.

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Book SynopsisHow to transform all aspects of our lives through the traditional Tibetan skills of positive thinking.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR THE TIBETAN ART OF LIVING:As life becomes more hectic, it's important to stop and think about the way we are living. Christopher's book is the best possible starting point. * Kathy Phillips, Vogue *Christopher Hansard has written an eloquent yet practical guide to a soulful integration of all aspects of our lives. He contributes a wise and powerful voice to contemporary spiritual thought. * Marianne Williamson *There is a magnificent book that everyone should have by their bedside. It is called THE TIBETAN ART OF LIVING by Christopher Hansard. In my opinion, Christopher is a true genius who can lead us to a new enlightenment as well as a state of vibrant health. * Normandie Keith, You Magazine *The Tibetan Art of Living is an exceptional and essential book for everyone's library. It's absolutely brilliant. * Carolyn Myss, author of Anatomy of Spirit *

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to use affirmations to soothe your soul and heal your body in just 21 days with internationally bestselling author Louise Hay.Louise Hay's teachings on affirmations are multi-million copy bestsellers worldwide and have provided techniques that have comforted and healed countless people. 21 Days to Unlock the Power of Affirmations makes this infinitely powerful skill easy to learn.You'll discover the power of simple, calming words and how these can be applied to any situation. Whether emotional or physical, Louise's teachings are available for you to call on at any time. You'll also learn how to create your own personalised affirmation to unlock success, abundance, health and more. This is the ideal introduction to an essential technique, now presented in a format that fits your life. Start healing your life in just 21 days!Studies have shown it takes only 21 days for a new habit to take root. If there's a skill you've always wanted to take advantage of, the answer is only a few weeks away with Hay House's 21 Days series.

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Book SynopsisDiscover magical solutions to cope with whatever life throws your way in this fun self-help guide to invoking your inner power.Self-help is hard (and therapy is expensive!), but magic makes it easier than ever. In Witchcraft Therapy, you will learn how to use the mystical powers of intention, mindful manifestation, divination, and righteous indignation to cope with whatever life throws your way. Author and witchy wellness guru Mandi Em offers advice in her own unique brand of positivity providing spells, rituals, and more that you can do right at home. Complete with wisdom like “Remember that ‘f*ck off’ is a banishing spell,” Witchcraft Therapy will have you feeling more empowered and liberated than ever.Trade Review"Fun, upbeat and friendly." —Reader's Digest“The self-help book you didn’t know you needed.” —Bust“One read will never be enough.” —Witch with Me

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Book SynopsisBecome inspired, find your voice, and create work that matters.Why are human beings driven to make?It’s as if we collectively intuited, long before science gave us the language, that the universe bends toward entropy, and every act of creation on our part is an act of defiance in the face of that evolving disorder.When we pick up a paintbrush, or compose elements through our camera viewfinders, or press fingers into wet clay to wrestle form from a shapeless lump, we are bending things back toward Order and wrestling them from Chaos.But making things is often not enough.We also want the things we make to be filled with meaning. We’re each trying to describe what we know about life, to create a collective sense of “safety in numbers.” When we reach the end of our traditional descriptive powers, it’s time to weave collective meaning from poetry, painting, writing, dancing, photographing, filmmaking, storytelling, singing, animating, designing, performing, carving, sculpting, and a million other ways we daily create Order out of the Chaos and share it with each other for comfort.On this journey we need a creative philosophy which will help us find our voice, discover our message, deal with the responses to our work, maintain inspiration, and stay mentally healthy and motivated creators as we strive to find “the meaning in the making.”Table of Contents Chapter 1: Order Chapter 2: Logos Chapter 3: Breath Chapter 4: Voice Chapter 5: Ego Chapter 6: Control Chapter 7: Attention Chapter 8: Envy Chapter 9: Critique Chapter 10: Feel Chapter 11: Shadows Chapter 12: Meaning Chapter 13: Time Chapter 14: Benediction

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring guide to embracing your mortality and living a fulfilled life Presenting a clarion call to the aging to awaken before they die, Kamla K. Kapur explores how we can become warriors on the spiritual path in order to embrace and prepare for the truth of our mortality and the ultimate triumph of conscious living and dying. Set in both California and India, Kapur shares her inner adventure to navigate the hazardous battlefield of aging with the aid of spiritual guides that pilot her to safety and offer hard-won wisdom on the art of resting, happiness, and letting go. Revealing the arc of her own self-discovery, she examines her own shadows, fears, anxieties, and regrets, decluttering her mind of disempowering thoughts and reframing and co-creating her reality with the powerful tool of unconditional self-love. Drawing on stories from all traditions, Kapur demonstrates the power of self-examination, vigilance, and intentionality to have a successful

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Book SynopsisA revolutionary process based on the four chambers of the heart and rooted in Toltec wisdom that brings emotional clarity, healing and freedom.The Warrior Heart Practice is a powerful new method to reconnect with our sense of authenticity and inner-knowing and realign with our true nature. Author of the bestselling book Warrior Goddess Training, HeatherAsh Amara has trained extensively in the Toltec tradition under the tutelage of don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four Agreements.The Warrior Heart Practice is a revolutionary system based on the four chambered structure of the human heart. The Warrior Heart Practice leads to deep insights as readers learn to step outside of their preconceptions to realign with their true purposes and goals.'Irresistible, engaging, and liberating in a way that only the truth can. A much-needed guide to moving beyond the chatter of the mind and the noise of the emotions to discovering true peace.' - Alberto Villoldo Ph.D. Author of One Spirit Medicine and Shaman, Healer, Sage'Welcome to the evolution of wisdom! The Warrior Heart Practice is a compassionate, stunningly practical technique for self-discovery and transformation in any situation. HeatherAsh Amara is one of our most gifted and authentic spiritual teachers and her simple elegant process instantly helps us access and embody the deep insight within us all. It became part of my inner toolkit after a single reading.' - Irene O'Garden, award-winning poet, playwright, and author of Risking the Rapids

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Book SynopsisA collection of 365 insightful quotes from best-selling author and consciousness researcher Dr. David R. Hawkins to guide readers on the path to enlightenment.This collection of inspiring quotes from world-renowned consciousness researcher and mystic Dr. David R. Hawkins can help readers elevate their level of consciousness. In doing so, they will explore ways to understand truth, raise their awareness, and find enlightenment and infinite peace.Readers will engage with some of Dr. Hawkins's most profound insights from his classic works, such as:To best serve the world, seek enlightenment and transcend illusions rather than contribute to them.Success comes about automatically from knowing where to look. Not what to look for, but where to look. We do not look at what we have, nor at what we do, but at what we are. Once we find within ourselves what we've been searching for, we won't have to bother looking "out there."We can't own that which is great within ourselves unless we learn to recognize it in others.Peace comes with total inner surrender to what is.By continuously letting go, it is possible to stay in that state of freedom. Feelings come and go, and eventually you realize that you are not your feelings, but that the real "you" is merely witnessing them.

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Book SynopsisFamily. Faith. Finance. Friendship. Fitness. Learn to balance and integrate these five critical areas of life. In The Holistic You: Integrating Your Family, Finances, Faith, Friendships, and Fitness, sought-after speaker and writer Rabbi Daniel Lapin delivers an inspiring and insightful discussion of how to bring joy and confidence to all of life's many challenges. Rabbi Lapin introduces you to his unique 5F system, weaving together family, faith, finance, friendship, and fitness. He demonstrates how to organize your life so that you're not neglecting one area to achieve success and connection in another. This book will show how happiness for most is found in family structures and the sexual relationships at their heart along with productive work and the money it creates. It reveals how to defeat false ideas that are projected into our brains about sex, gender, money, and health, both mental and physical, which imperil every aspect of our happiness. You'll discover how to stop treating life like a zero-sum game and how to apply your efforts in each of the five elemental areas in ways that support your efforts in all the other four. A recipe for balance and well-roundedness, the book also provides: Universally applicable insights and strategies that have worked effectively for generations of enthusiasts of 3000 years of Jewish wisdom. Strategies to achieve, peace, and tranquility in your daily life through balance and connectionWays to benefit by strengthening unsuspectected connections between seemingly disparate parts of your lifeSteps to improve life by integrating humanity's most fundamental institution and its most fundamental ambition An essential roadmap for sculpting our lives in an increasingly challenging world, The Holistic You will benefit anyone who hopes to simplify and integrate all the most important parts of their life.Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter One: Meet the 5Fs Chapter Two: Connect for Success Chapter Three: Seeing the Invisible Chapter Four: Bodybuilding Chapter Five: Money and Morality Chapter Six: Sex: Pleasure and Pain Chapter Seven: Some Tough Decisions Chapter Eight: Putting the 5Fs to Work Index

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Book SynopsisDive into this beautiful ABC of tips to discover the art of living well every day A is for attitude. B is for balance. C is for connection. The things that add up to a happier life don’t have to be complicated. Whether you choose to dance and sing, give yoga a go or tap into the power of quietude and kindness, this charming A–Z guide will help you find your perfect path towards a greater sense of well-being. Within these pages, you will find: An A–Z of simple tips to help you boost your well-being A raft of calming affirmations and wise words to inspire you Activity ideas and fill-in sections to start you on your journey Inspiration for bringing more happiness into every day With ideas to nourish your mind, body and spirit, let this little book help you work your way to a wonderful sense of well-being.

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Book SynopsisThe Ultimate Handbook for Success on the Spectrum – written from lived experience.I feel like everyone else got a handbook with all the answers, and I never got my copy. This is a common thought among autistic people, because society is built with neurotypical people in mind – but that handbook has finally arrived. Even better, it was written by an autism activist who is on the spectrum himself.Autistic influencer Daniel M Jones is an expert on living well on the spectrum. No matter what you're going through as someone with autism, Dan gets it – he's been there. He's here to explain everything he learned, and then some, in this instruction manual and memoir about life as an autistic person. Dan's book is packed with actionable advice that readers can immediately start putting into practice. You'll learn how to navigate common challenges, such as dating on the spectrum, holding down a job or performing well in in your studies. Best of all, you'll learn to improve your life while also empowering yourself. Dan's honesty, self-awareness and sheer knowledge of autism make for a down-to-earth and relatable read that anyone will enjoy. No matter where you are on the spectrum, you'll love this hilarious and comprehensive guide to living an excellent life as an autistic adult.

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Book SynopsisA dream hacker explains how to learn and use liminal and lucid dreaming to enhance creativity, healing, and consciousness exploration At the edges of consciousness, between waking and sleeping, there’s a swirling, free associative state of mind that is the domain of liminal dreams. Working with liminal dreams can improve sleep, mitigate anxiety and depression, help to heal trauma, and aid creativity and problem-solving. Readers of Liminal Dreaming will learn step-by-step how to create a dream practice outside of REM-sleep states that they can incorporate into their lives in personally meaningful ways.

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Book SynopsisAn intelligent, timely, and prescriptive book that shows how your attitude towards food often reflects your attitude towards other areas in your life--jobs, relationships, money--and how you can let go of trying to please others all the time and instead satisfy your own true appetites and live a more authentic and healthier life.Trade Review"Whether you are looking to change your dress size, your love life, take on your dreams, or just figure out how to connect back to yourself again so you can live a healthy, fulfilled, and authentic life, Ramani's book will take you there." –Vanessa Williams, Actress "I recommend You Are Why You Eat to anyone who eats and anyone who wants to be happy. I really liked how Dr. Ramani Durvasula shared her own stories from her life about weight gain and love loss. In a very entertaining way, she explains how she took control of her life, lost weight and found love." —Cheryl Hines"You Are WHY You Eat is a groundbreaking book that will help people take control of their lives and more importantly live a life that is authentic. By connecting readers to their emotions and learning to find an authentic self, Dr Ramani tackles the most important factors that create our issues around food. She reveals that many of our problems begin with food and our desire to please others. Once we can master the food triggers and listen to ourselves we can also learn to self-regulate in other areas of our lives. A brilliant new look at living an authentic life. Read this book and change your life!" —Dr. Drew Pinsky "Dr. Ramani is really onto something with her philosophy, 'The Promise of One.' It's a simple approach to changing your life one moment at a time . . . and it can work!"—Jeff Probst"Dr. Ramani Durvasula provides an insightful look into what causes eating problems for many women today, and offers a practical step-by-step guide for how to gain control of why you eat and ultimately who you are. This book can change the way you eat and the way you live." —Fary M. Cachelin, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, UNC Charlotte"We have long known that health and well-being are directed by physical, emotional, and social conditions. This multifaceted and intelligent understanding to eating and weight loss is what Dr. Ramani keenly investigates in her book You Are WHY You Eat. Dr. Ramani provides astute insights and practical suggestions that inform all of us on how we must listen to our bodies, attend to our emotions, and be aware of our social environments if each of us is to effectively manage what we eat and control weight in a manner that attends to whole of who we each are. This book draws on state of the art scientific knowledge from the behavioral and health sciences and translates this knowledge into a practical and helpful suggestions and strategies." —Perry N. Halkitis, Ph.D., Professor of Applied Psychology, Public Health, and Medicine, New York University

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Book SynopsisIF YOU'RE TIRED OF BEING AT WAR WITH YOUR BODY, THEN THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU. With guest essays and contributions from several highly influential bloggers and social media stars, this book from body positivity campaigner and activist Megan Jayne Crabbe (@meganjaynecrabbe) is the perfect call to arms for anyone who has ever felt bad about themselves and wondered if life would be cooler/easier/more fun if they just looked 'better' somehow...'This book is nothing short of pure magic <3' -- ***** Reader review'A must-read' -- ***** Reader review 'This book is definitely a must-read for everyone, and a total eyeopener too!' -- ***** Reader review'Enlightening! Profound body positive power!' -- ***** Reader review'Such a beautiful book' -- ***** Reader review'Buy book, read book, prepare for your mindset to change for the better!' -- ***** Reader review'Not enough stars to credit this amazing work' -- ***** Reader review*******************************************************************************************************We've been convinced that happiness is something that only comes once we hit that goal weight, get those washboard abs, shrink ourselves down and change every part of ourselves. We believe that our bodies are the problem, but this is not true. It's how we've been taught to see our bodies that's the problem... It's time for us all to stop believing the lies we've been fed about what it means to be beautiful, and take our power back.Megan's body image issues began when she was five years old. She spent her childhood and teen years chasing thinness and spiralling into anorexia. After recovery she spent years dieting, binging, losing and gaining weight. But then she found body positivity and finally escaped the cult of thin. Now she's determined to let as many people as possible know the truth: that we are all good enough as we are.With her inimitable flair, whip-smart wit and kickass attitude, Megan argues in an entertaining, engaging and accessible way for a new way of seeing ourselves, and a world where every body is celebrated. Where there is no such thing as a 'bikini body diet' and 97% of women don't hate the way they look.A powerful call to arms as much as it is inspirational and practical, this book is the life-changing answer you've been looking for.

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Book SynopsisA major addition to the best-selling CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD series, which has sold over 750,000 copies in the UK alone.Trade ReviewContains a wisdom I believe we all have inside us but don't stop to listen to ... there is the wisdom of the ages in this book * Dr Bernie Siegel on CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD *I read this and it completely turned everything I believe about religion on its head. If you are at all religious, you should read this book. * Francis Rossi of Status Quo on CONVERSATIONS WITH *

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Book Synopsis'Freedom to be us in full glory and messiness ... a fun and freeing read' Melissa Hemsley'A powerful, freeing, thought-provoking read' Anna Mathur'For most of my life, I've lived as though there's a Platonic ideal of me, and if I just try hard enough, I can be it.That, my friends, is nuts.'Most of us spend our lives trying to be a better version of ourselves - happier, healthier, fitter, calmer, selfless ... But what if all the things that we're supposed to be striving for aren't all they're cracked up to be? What if we leaned into our 'lesser' traits instead? Be Bad Better calls into question our constructed ideas of 'good' and 'bad' and relentless pursuit of self-improvement. From anger to messiness, laziness to aging, it deconstructs our so-called flaws and instead offers a radical framework for self-acceptance. Fascinating and furious, Be Bad Better shows us that we do not have to be good, and not trying so hard will set us free.

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Book SynopsisDo you wish you had more energy to do the things you love? You can be in greater control of your health right now!In The Little Book of Energy Medicine, Donna Eden provides simple, easy exercises to enhance the balance, flow and harmony of your body''s energy system. This practical handbook is based on Donna''s 35 years of experience teaching thousands of people natural techniques to instantly feel rejuvenated, happier, more alert and less anxious. It couldn''t be simpler. The exercises can be done at a moment''s notice and are suitable for all ages. Put an end to stress, fatigue, mood swings, worry and anxiety, and start the day feeling greater joy and vitality with The Little Book of Energy Medicine. Trade ReviewIllustrated with easy-to-follow photo guides . . . the exercises are all really easy to follow - even for novices like me * Zest *Do you wish you had more energy to do the things you love? Well, this little book could be the answer to your prayer! Put an end to stress, fatigue, mood swings, worry and anxiety, and start the day feeling greater joy and vitality with The Little Book of Energy Medicine * Cygnus *Donna Eden is a master of energy medicine and this wonderful little book is packed full of energy routines which will help re-balance your body's energy system. If you have never experienced energy medicine before I highly recommend starting here. The writing is friendly, welcoming and easy to understand. Another wonderful book from Donna Eden. * Kimberly Willis, author of Diet Coach: All the advice you need to succeed at weight loss *

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Book SynopsisJP Morgan's Best Summer Read 2018We are in the midst of a sleep deprivation crisis, and this has profound consequences on our health, our job performance, our relationships and our happiness. In this book, Arianna Huffington boldly asserts that what is needed is nothing short of a sleep revolution. Only by renewing our relationship with sleep can we take back control of our lives.Through a sweeping, scientifically rigorous and deeply personal exploration of sleep from all angles, Arianna delves into the new golden age of sleep science that reveals the vital role sleep plays in our every waking moment and every aspect of our health from weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease to cancer and Alzheimer's. In The Sleep Revolution, Arianna shows how our cultural dismissal of sleep as time wasted not only compromises our health and our decision-making but also undermines our work lives, our personal lives and even our sex lives. She explores all the latest science on what exactly is going on while we sleep and dream. She takes on the dangerous sleeping pill industry and confronts all the ways our addiction to technology disrupts our sleep. She also offers a range of recommendations and tips from leading scientists on how we can achieve better and more restorative sleep, and harness its incredible power.In today''s fast-paced, always-connected, perpetually harried and sleep-deprived world, our need for a good night's sleep is more important and elusive than ever. The Sleep Revolution both sounds the alarm on our worldwide sleep crisis and provides a detailed road map to the great sleep awakening that can help transform our lives, our communities and our world.

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Book SynopsisRelationship experts Stacey and Paul Martino share their norm-shattering method to single-handedly transform your relationship, create unshakable love, and unleash deeper passion. After 14+ years of helping thousands of people to save their marriages, Stacey and Paul Martino are finally releasing their book to share their unique Relationship Development Methodology with the world. The surprising paradigm the Martinos' have uncovered has been The Missing Piece in our knowledge of human relationships. They demonstrate why the old relationship paradigm is broken, why couples work is actually destructive, and how their norm-shattering one-person methodology can be easily learned by the reader to enable them to single-handedly transform their marriage, stop the kerfuffles, and bring harmony back to their home. The Martinos have proven that marriage isn't a mental health or even a personality issue. Instead, thriving relationships are the result of a skill set that nobody else has been able to figure-out, until now. Packed with tools, this book demonstrates how one person can quickly begin to transform their relationship, without compromise or pleasing and without having to convince their partner to get on board. At a time when divorce rates are sky high and families are unnecessarily suffering, The Missing Piece provides powerful solutions to help the reader navigate real-life situations harmoniously, regardless of what they are currently facing. Written in a relatable and actionable style, this book is an indispensable guide. Whether the reader wishes to make a great relationship even better, rescue a marriage on the brink of divorce or heal a co-parenting relationship affecting their family, this book has the answers they need. Giving them the piece that has been missing all this time. There has never been a book published which promises a one-person relationship method before. But this isn't just a theory or idea, the Relationship Development Methodology has been proven by many students, over many years. Now it's your turn to finally get The Missing Piece.

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Book SynopsisChances are, you've heard about Internet dating from a friend, or an online banner ad has caught your eye. If you've given online dating a passing consideration, you may have some fears from all those graphic horror stories that jar your senses - and your sensibilities.Trade Review"...covers strategies for success, including how to choose an agency, respond to potential dates and cultivate a relationship on-line..." (Aberdeen Press & Journal, Dec 03)Table of ContentsIntroduction. Part I: Making Online Dating Work for You. Chapter 1: The Magic of Online Dating. Chapter 2: Considering the Alternatives to Online Dating. Chapter 3: Maximizing Your Ability to Connect Online. Part II: So Many Online Dating Sites, So Little Time. Chapter 4: Wheeling and Dealing: Dating Site Cost Options. Chapter 5: Spotting the Differences from Site to Site. Chapter 6: A Tour of the Sites: Your Inside Guide. Part III: Jumping Aboard for the Online Time of Your Life. Chapter 7: Signing Up for a Trial Run. Chapter 8: Establishing Your Screen Identity. Chapter 9: Yeah! Multiple-Choice Questions. Chapter 10: Yikes! The Essay Questions! Chapter 11: Dealing with Matters of Sex. Chapter 12: Selecting the All-Important Photo. Part IV: Initiating Contact: You’ve Got Mail. Chapter 13: Getting Matched Up. Chapter 14: Exchanging E-mails. Chapter 15: Understanding E-mail and E-mail Etiquette. Chapter 16: Rejection! Chapter 17: Going from Virtual to Real Contact. Part V: Skirting the Hazards of Online Dating. Chapter 18: Safety First. Chapter 19: Unmasking and Avoiding Frauds and Players. Chapter 20: Special Circumstances: Big Cities, Small Towns, and Long-Distance Relationships. Part VI: The Part of Tens. Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Screw Up Online Dating. Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Succeed at Online Dating. Index.

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Book SynopsisCommunication expert shows that although you can't fix crazy people you don't have to be controlled by them.

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Book SynopsisWith over 30 years'' experience in helping people successfully change their lives for the better, Paul McKenna Ph.D. is perfectly placed to help you take control of your anxieties for good. This accessible guide - offering simple tips and exercises for change and including a free hypnotic trance download - is all you need to gain perspective, stay relaxed and increase self-confidence.What people are saying...''I wish I had discovered this sooner . . . it helped immensely . . . I felt incredibly calm, fearless, in control'' -- ***** Reader review''Gives you a clearer perspective and ability to get your life going again.'' -- ***** Reader review''Helped when help was needed . . . I am less stressed and more in control of myself and my emotions'' -- ***** Reader review****************************************************************************************Would you like to be able to relax and keep your edge

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Book SynopsisIn The Happiness Project, she worked out general theories of happiness. Here she goes deeper on factors that matter for home, such as possessions, marriage, time and parenthood. How can she control the cubicle in her pocket? How might she spotlight her family''s treasured possessions? And it really was time to replace that dud toaster.And what does she want from her home? A place that calms her, and energises her. A place that, by making her feel safe, will free her to take risks. Also, while Rubin wants to be happier at home, she wants to appreciate how much happiness is there already.So, starting in September (the new January), Rubin dedicates a school year - September through May - to making her home a place of greater simplicity, comfort and love. Each month, Rubin tackles a different theme as she experiments with concrete, manageable resolutions - and this time, she coaxes her family to try some resolutions, as well. With her signature blend of memoir, science, philosophy and experimentation, Rubin''s passion for her subject jumps off the page, and reading just a few chapters of this book will inspire readers to find more happiness in their own lives.Trade ReviewGretchen Rubin is the queen of self-help * The New York Times *PAGES OF JOY: Gretchen Rubin reveals how small changes at home can cheer us up, in her inspiring new book, Happier at Home * Woman and Home *

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Book SynopsisBest-selling author Kimberly Snyder shows that enlightenment is accessible to anyone in this life-changing guide inspired by the teachings of Yogananda.Many of us think that we just aren't enough. Not good enough, not pretty enough, not rich enough, and not happy enough. But just because we think something doesn't mean it's true. You Are More Than You Think You Are teaches you how to revise your belief system, fulfill your deepest dreams and desires, and create an epic, successful, and inspiring life.Unlocking your True Self is the key to new levels of joy, beauty, and peace. But what is the True Self, and how can you realize its infinite potential? In this easy-to-read book, Kimberly Snyder answers these questions and shows you how to tap into this unstoppable force to transform every aspect of your life for the better.Drawing inspiration from the teachings of the great guru Paramahansa Yogananda along with personal stories and the latest scientific research, Kimberly offers simple exercises, potent ancient practices, and in-depth meditations to help you overcome negative beliefs and see yourself as you truly are-a goddess, a warrior, a lover, and a creator of your extraordinary destiny.

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Book Synopsis'The first, last, best, and only scientific guide to learning in the classroom' Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness In this revolutionary guide to learning, Professor Dan Willingham helps you study more efficiently and effectively, shrug away exam stress and make learning a skill you can master and enjoy. Based on the latest brain science, Outsmart Your Brain offers specific strategies for reading, listening and taking tests, covering the practical aspects like optimum note taking, how to read difficult books and good exam technique, coupled with the psychological challenges of dealing with anxiety, fighting procrastination and developing good focus. Smart, enlightening and immensely practical, this is a book for older children, university students and adult learners studying for the bar, medical exams and other professional qualifications. Also useful for teachers of all ages and stages, Outsmart Your Brain is a handbook for successful learning, teaching you how to battle your brain's own mechanisms to study more efficiently, vastly improve your grades and make learning a genuinely fun experience.Trade ReviewThe best book I've read on how anyone can learn the tactics of the most successful students * Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit *The first, last, best, and only scientific guide to learning in the classroom * Daniel Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Stumbling on Happiness *A user's guide to the student's brain * Amanda Ripley, New York Times bestselling author of The Smartest Kids in the World *The perfect gift for any student heading off to college * Jonathan Haidt, New York Times bestselling co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind *An essential tool for the new school year * Jessica Lahey, New York Times bestselling author of The Gift of Failure *A wonderful book with a wealth of practical advice * Henry L. Roediger, III, co-author of Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning *

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Book SynopsisIn this uplifting personal story of her transformation 'from grumpy to grateful', Janice Kaplan encourages us to pause, take stock and be grateful for what we have in life in order to improve our health and wellbeing.

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Book SynopsisYour Perfect Right-the leading assertiveness guide with over 1.3 million copies sold-is now fully updated and revised. This indispensable guide to equal-relationship assertiveness is packed with step-by-step exercises, tips, and skills to help you express yourself effectively.Are you comfortable starting a conversation with strangers at a party? Do you sometimes feel ineffective in making your needs clear? Do you have difficulty saying no to persuasive people? Everyone needs a little help getting along with others. Assertiveness is a key social skill, as well as a tool for making your relationships more equal. Learning to respond more effectively to others can help you reduce stress and increase your sense of self-worth.In this fully updated and revised tenth edition, you'll learn practical advice on dealing with difficult people, handling criticism, and expressing your feelings. You'll also discover how to use humor in conflict resolution, ways to clarify others' intentions, and how to distinguish between encouraging and discouraging communication habits. This edition also includes a new introduction by coauthor Robert Alberti, in addition to research and information on the subjects of anger and interpersonal communication.Assertiveness is an alternative to personal powerlessness or manipulation. The program in this book will help you develop effective ways to express yourself, maintain your self-respect, and show respect for others. This is not a "me-first" book-it's all about equal-relationship assertiveness!

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