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Targeting the Job You Want (Five O'Clock Club Series)
by Kate WendletonThe best book on the market to help you figure out who you are, what you enjoy doing, and what you want to do with your life. Landing the job of your dreams means you need to have a dream to begin with. TARGETING THE JOB YOU WANT helps you Identify that dream... make it specific... and figure out step by step how you can achieve it.
A Taste of Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul 2
by Mark Victor Hansen Jack Canfield Carol Kline Marci ShimoffThere is no one like a mother. Our mothers gave us life, love us, take care of us, and want the best for us, no matter how old we are. There is no way to adequately describe the gift they have given us. No other experience in the world compares to being a mother. Being pregnant, going through labor and childbirth, and for adoptive and biological mothers, seeing your baby's face for the very first time-these are powerful occurrences are just the start of the unique role in life we call motherhood. How can we ever adequately thank our mothers for the gift of life and unconditional love? How can we honor our daughters, wives, friends, and other relatives who are mothers for the enormously important job they do? We can remember to express all the love and gratitude we feel for them. We at Chicken Soup offer this "bouquet of stories" to mothers, and their children, everywhere. We hope it will warm the heart, make you laugh and give mothers a renewed sense of purpose and courage to continue what so many feel is life's most rewarding and challenging occupation.
A Taste of Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul 2
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor Hansen Marci Shimoff Carol KlineThere is no one like a mother. Our mothers gave us life, love us, take care of us, and want the best for us, no matter how old we are. There is no way to adequately describe the gift they have given us.<P><P> No other experience in the world compares to being a mother. Being pregnant, going through labor and childbirth, and for adoptive and biological mothers, seeing your baby's face for the very first time-these are powerful occurrences are just the start of the unique role in life we call motherhood. How can we ever adequately thank our mothers for the gift of life and unconditional love? How can we honor our daughters, wives, friends, and other relatives who are mothers for the enormously important job they do? We can remember to express all the love and gratitude we feel for them. We at Chicken Soup offer this "bouquet of stories" to mothers, and their children, everywhere. <P>We hope it will warm the heart, make you laugh and give mothers a renewed sense of purpose and courage to continue what so many feel is life's most rewarding and challenging occupation.
Teens Can Make It Happen
by Stedman GrahamThe teenage years are filled with growth, promise, trials, and tribulations. During this time, one may be faced with life-changing decisions and challenges. And often these dilemmas are not easily answered. In Teens Can Make It Happen: Nine Steps to Success, prominent businessman and author Stedman Graham guides readers to a better understanding of themselves, their strengths, and their desires, while helping them to devise and achieve plans for realizing their visions. In an entertaining and interactive style, Graham bridges the gap between education and the real world, and provides teenagers with the means to boost self-esteem, avoid peer pressure, and handle the daily stresses that come with being a young adult. As founder of Athletes Against Drugs, an organization created to combat drug abuse and promote youth leadership, Graham knows how to talk to teenagers. Teens Can Make It Happen is filled with relevant and practical wisdom for today's young adults. Its hands-on approach and personal style make this engaging handbook a must-have for teens as well as for parents, grandparents, and anyone else who influences young people.
Teens with the Courage to Give: Young People Who Triumphed Over Tragedy and Volunteered to Make a Difference (Call to Action Books)
by Jackie WaldmanLately, troubled teens have been dominating the headlines. But there are other stories that deserve the spotlight--stories about the many teenagers who have dedicated themselves to important, socially useful volunteer work and who will lead their generation toward a more hopeful tomorrow. The fourth in Conari Press' "Call to Action" series, Teens with the Courage to Give profiles thirty amazing young people throughout the United States and Canada who overcame great personal odds to reach out and help others while healing themselves in the process. Each has founded or is linked to a nonprofit organization that is also profiled in the book, to encourage other teens to embrace volunteerism. In these inspiring pages, to name just a few of these heroic teenagers, you'll meet an amputee who runs in the Paralympics and spurs others on with his inner resolve; the son of a cancer patient who created support groups around the country for kids with sick parents; a girl who helped her mother and younger sister as they died of aids and who is now an aids awareness and prevention volunteer; and one of the students from the Littleton, Colorado, shooting who has gone on to create a teen drop-in center. Through their courageous first-person stories, these teens show that they are part of the solution to what ails today's society. Includes an extensive resource guide of volunteer opportunities and a classroom/group discussion guide.
Telling Yourself the Truth: Find Your Way Out of Depression, Anxiety, Fear, Anger, and Other Common Problems by Applying the Principles of Misbelief Therapy
by William Backus Marie ChapianMost of What Happens in Your Life Happens Because of the Way You Think. <p><p> Wrong thinking produces wrong emotions, wrong reactions, wrong behavior--and unhappiness! Learning to deal with your thoughts is the first step on the road to healthy thinking. <p><p> How to handle one's thoughts properly is what this book is all about! It explains the life-changing method the authors call Misbelief Therapy, and it can work for you. <p><p> Based on the Bible, this book has helped thousands of people for many years, and it can help you! <p><p> Telling Yourself the Truth can show you how to identify your own misbeliefs and replace them with the truth.
The Ten Questions to Ask for Success
by Phil ParkerHave you ever wished that you had your own personal coach with you, 24 hours a day, helping you make great decisions in all aspects of your life? In The Ten Questions to Ask for Success, Phil Parker helps you to recognise that you already hold the answers within you. By showing you how to create your own solutions you can learn to become your own coach and immediately begin to apply limitless and tailor-made solutions to almost all of life's challenges. Thousands of other readers have already used the tools in this book to help themselves or others to stop being stressed, stuck, anxious, over-worried, disempowered, unmotivated, frustrated and self-sabotaging. It will teach you how to:• motivate yourself and others • manage your stress effectively and stop panic attacks • design and achieve your dreams • ensure that your relationships work well, flourish and are fulfilling• manage your business more effectively • assist others on their paths away from conflict and wasted time and energy, and towards transformation and fulfilment.
Ten Things I Wish I'd Known: Before I Went Out into the Real World
by Maria ShriverStarting at the bottom -- over and over againDealing with -- and learning from -- the Boss from HellGiving up the Wedding Delusion, not to mention that one-way ticket to Happily Ever AfterBeing asked to bend your principles -- by your superiorsWanting to be a high-powered success and super parentKnowing that children will both exhaust and sustain youFacing that terrifying question: "What have I been put on this earth to do?"<P>You could call them notes from life's trenches. Maria Shriver's "Ten Things I Wish I'd Known -- Before I Went Out into the Real World" gives us her reflections, confessions, advice, memories, and, most of all, hard-earned lessons... all the things we wish we knew "before" we started out, and that few people ever honestly discuss. <P>Here is the truth about: the price we pay for giving in to our fears, as well as the relief we feel when we finally face them; the humiliation of swallowing our ego so that we can learn from an abusive experience; the rewards of taking risks and the pain of failure; the joy of finding someone we can love and the limitations of every relationship; how it's never too late to tap the wisdom of others, even (especially!) our own parents; and the importance of taking what we do seriously without taking "ourselves" seriously. <P>Expanded from Maria's acclaimed College of the Holy Cross commencement address and written in the voice of a trusted and trusting best friend, "Ten Things I Wish I'd Known -- Before I Went
Testimony of Hope: Spiritual Exercises of John Paul II
by Francis Xavier Ngunen Van ThuanThe book consists of short meditations given by a bishop imprisoned in North Vietnam. These were delivered at a retreat during the pontificate of Pope John Paul II.
Thunder and Lightning: Cracking Open the Writer's Craft
by Natalie GoldbergGuidance on how to turn those flashes of inspiration into finished pieces, from the author of Writing Down the Bones and Wild Mind. Any writer may find himself or herself with an abundance of raw material, but it takes patience and care to turn this material into finished stories, essays, poems, novels, and memoirs. Referencing her own experiences both as a writer and as a student of Zen, Natalie provides insight into the struggles and demands of turning ideas into concrete form. Her guidance addresses ways to overcome writer&’s block, deal with the fear of criticism and rejection, get the most from working with an editor, and improve one&’s writing by reading accomplished authors. She communicates this with her characteristic humor and compassion, and a deep respect for writing as an act of celebration. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Natalie Goldberg, including rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the author&’s personal collection.
Touching Tomorrow
by Mary LoverdeWhat does your mother remember about her first kiss? What's the first thing your father tells himself every morning? By the time we are adults, it is all too easy to look at our parents and grandparents as though their lives have been miles removed from our own, causing a communication and generation gap seemingly impossible to bridge. But the older we get, the more we understand the importance of connecting with our elders before they're gone. There is no better way to do this than to talk to them like you never have before and create a record of their lives to share with the next generation. Showcasing over 200 questions that are sure to help you know your loved ones better than you ever dreamed, Touching Tomorrow contains everything you need to record your family's most valuable asset: their wisdom, humor, and love. With tips on preparing both yourself and your elders for the technical and emotional process, helpful hints on coaxing shy or reluctant family members to participate, and heartwarming real life stories from people who have already preserved their elders' memories on tape, this is an invaluable guide to creating a precious family heirloom -- one that will truly touch tomorrow.
The Transformed Mind: Reflections On Truth, Love, And Happiness (Essential Teachings Of The Buddha Ser.)
by Dalai Lama The Dalai LamaIn his characteristically endearing and informal style, His Holiness the Dalai Lama examines the nature of the human mind and emphasises the need to transform it if we want to lead more fulfilling lives. In the form of several discourses delivered over a period of nine years, he talks about suffering, happiness, love and truth, and imparts practical wisdom on issues ranging from religious tolerance to world economy. Stressing the need for compassion and non-violence, the Dalai Lama reiterates the essential goodness of the human heart and teaches us how to live and die well, reminding us constantly of the responsibility of our actions and thoughts, and the interdependence between action and result. Wise, inspiring and always candid, The Transformed Mind gives us hope and solace in this new millennium.
The Transformed Mind: Teachings On Generating Compassion
by Dalai Lama The Dalai LamaIn his characteristically endearing and informal style, His Holiness the Dalai Lama examines the nature of the human mind and emphasises the need to transform it if we want to lead more fulfilling lives. In the form of several discourses delivered over a period of nine years, he talks about suffering, happiness, love and truth, and imparts practical wisdom on issues ranging from religious tolerance to world economy. Stressing the need for compassion and non-violence, the Dalai Lama reiterates the essential goodness of the human heart and teaches us how to live and die well, reminding us constantly of the responsibility of our actions and thoughts, and the interdependence between action and result. Wise, inspiring and always candid, The Transformed Mind gives us hope and solace in this new millennium.
Transforming the Mind: Teachings on Generating Compassion
by Dalai LamaIn his commentary on the Verses, His Holiness shows us how to cultivate wisdom and compassion in our daily lives. In particular, he teaches us how to think more positively and explains techniques to transform adverse situations into opportunities for spiritual growth. He shows us, by training and transforming our own mind, how we can effect changes in our own life and the lives of those around us.
True Balance: A Commonsense Guide for Renewing Your Spirit
by Sonia Choquette"When you balance your seven energy centers, you reclaim your natural rights and reestablish your natural order. You begin to undo the damage that was caused by living your life backward, from the head first, forgetting the body and spirit altogether. As with everything in nature, if your life isn't supported by a grounded source of energy, it will wither and lose its vitality. As you learn about the chakras, you will discover that balancing them isn't particularly hard, especially if you think of it as a process of not just living your life, but actually loving your life. " -- From the Introduction How can we balance our time and energy when our days are so hectic? How can we find harmony in mind, body, and spirit? In True Balance, renowned intuitive and spiritual healer Sonia Choquette presents a step-by-step workbook for finding balance within our seven essential energy centers, or chakras. Drawing upon her deep personal experience and practice, she offers a wise and down-to-earth guide to achieving harmony. With supportive questionnaires, practical advice, and many specific remedies, Choquette leads us to a balanced life filled with creativity and blessings.
Twelve Step Christianity: The Christian Roots & Application of the Twelve Steps
by Saul SelbyTwelve Step Christianity teaches Christians in recovery to connect their faith with their program--and shows any Christian a clear path to a more intimate relationship with Christ.Genuine Christianity is more than a set of beliefs--it is a relationship with Jesus Christ that involves hearing His voice and following His directions. But how does one do this? What tools or spiritual disciplines enable Christians to live out their lives in dynamic submission to God's will? Perhaps no set of principles is better suited to help Christians hear God's voice and submit to His will than the Twelve Steps. As a Christian who practices the Steps, Saul Selby knows them to be an invaluable tool for living out the Christian faith. Selby brings his knowledge to bear in Twelve Step Christianity, which teaches Christians in recovery to connect their faith with their program--and shows any Christian a clear path to a more intimate relationship with Christ. Laid out in a workbook format, with room for readers to write answers and track their progress, Twelve Step Christianity explores the roots of Twelve Step spirituality, Examines the connections and distinctions between Christianity and Twelve Step programs and offers readers a deeper and broader understanding of the myriad powerful reasons for applying the Twelve Steps to their lives.
The Twelve Wild Swans: A Journey to the Realm of Magic, Healing and Action
by Hilary Valentine StarhawkStarhawk is a leader in the feminist movement and the founder of the Reclaming Tradition. In this book, she and Hilary Valentine, also of the Reclaming Tradition, teach about practicing magic, inner healing, living in balance and harmony with nature, and giving back to the world to leave it a better place.
Tying Down the Wind: Adventures in the Worst Weather on Earth
by Eric PinderWhere can you find the worst weather on earth? This book's surprising answer is: everywhere. You don't need to climb Mount Everest or voyage to the icy desert of Antarctica to witness both the beauty and the destructiveness of weather. The same forces are at work in your own backyard. Tying Down the Wind takes readers on a journey of discovery through the atmosphere, a swirling ocean of air that surrounds and sustains life. The adventure begins in a sunny New England woodlot and ends atop the polar ice of Antarctica-where we learn, remarkably, that the two extremes are not so different after all. What triggers changes in the weather? How are tornadoes, thunderstorms, heat waves, and blizzards all related? Tying Down the Wind supplies the answers. It will appeal to fans of nature writing and outdoor adventure, as well as anyone interested in understanding the weather that surrounds us.
The Ultimate Guide to Strap-On Sex: A Complete Resource for Women and Men
by Karlyn LotneyThe first complete guide to dildos and harnesses! For everyone interested in strap-on play--women and men of all sexual orientations and genders. Here's everything you need to know to have great strap-on sex: * How to choose vibrators, dildos, and harnesses, and get the most out of your sex toys * How to introduce sex toys into partner sex * Tips and techniques to make you a strap-on stud * Adapting strap-on sex for self-stimulation * Using dildos and harnesses in anal sex * Packing, genderbending, and fantasy * A guide to strap-on use for men * Clit pumping and other advanced sexual techniques * Fairy Butch's guide to selecting lubricants * Plus, a comprehensive resource guide of books, magazines, retail and mail order outlets
Unconditional Bliss
by Howard Raphael CushnirWe can be happy in spite of hardship, heartbreak, or a job we hate. Pie-in-the-sky? This down-to-earth guy shows us how. When personal tragedy struck, Howard Cushnir already knew the Zen practice of staying in the moment. But he wasn't prepared for the gift of grace he received. One day, all but lost, he was suddenly suffused with a complete sense of well-being---not a passing experience, but one available from then on. Paying close attention to the changes in his own inner states, Howard soon realized that feeling blissful is a choice we can always make, regardless of our circumstances.
Unconditional Bliss
by Howard Raphael CushnirWe can be happy in spite of hardship, heartbreak, or a job we hate. Pie-in-the-sky? This down-to-earth guy shows us how.When personal tragedy struck, Howard Cushnir already knew the Zen practice of staying in the moment. But he wasn't prepared for the gift of grace he received. One day, all but lost, he was suddenly suffused with a complete sense of well-being---not a passing experience, but one available from then on. Paying close attention to the changes in his own inner states, Howard soon realized that feeling blissful is a choice we can always make, regardless of our circumstances.His message is profound, but his method couldn't be more practical. All we do is ask ourselves two simple questions...
Understand Your Brain, Get More Done: The ADHD Executive Functions Workbook
by Ari Tuckman Edward M. HallowellWritten for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) sufferers yet useful for anyone wishing make better use of their time, this book is abundant with effective strategies for combating problems related to inattention, procrastination, disorganization, mismanagement of time, and poor planning. It begins by carefully explaining the neurologic underpinnings of ADHD and focusing on specific executive functions--the brain-based processes that assist in planning, initiating, and carrying out tasks to complete projects. Then using exercises designed to identify areas that need addressing, it aims to "tune up" these executive functions for maximum productivity. In contrast to many books on ADHD, which can have good ideas but lack practical ways to apply them in everyday life, this guide includes specific recommendations for improving distractibility, working memory, attention, organization, time management, and response inhibition deficits. With strategies based in the science of how the ADHD brain processes information, this reference bridges the gap between knowledge and action.
Understanding Hypnosis: A practical guide to the health-giving benefits of hypnotherapy and self-hypnosis
by Brian RoetDr Brian Roet's Understanding Hypnosis takes you step by step through what hypnosis is and how to use it. It explains how by learning simple self-hypnosis techniques you will be able to take control of your own health.· It examines the growing importance placed on hypnotherapy by the medical profession and recognises its place in modern medicine.· Provides techniques for dealing with pain, stress, obesity, self-confidence, phobias, smoking and digestive problems.· It explores past life regression and other uses of hypnosis and how it can benefit you.· Throughout the book there are case histories and easy, safe exercises to illustrate the techniques.
Understanding Hypnosis: A practical guide to the health-giving benefits of hypnotherapy and self-hypnosis
by Dr Brian RoetDr Brian Roet's Understanding Hypnosis takes you step by step through what hypnosis is and how to use it. It explains how by learning simple self-hypnosis techniques you will be able to take control of your own health.· It examines the growing importance placed on hypnotherapy by the medical profession and recognises its place in modern medicine.· Provides techniques for dealing with pain, stress, obesity, self-confidence, phobias, smoking and digestive problems.· It explores past life regression and other uses of hypnosis and how it can benefit you.· Throughout the book there are case histories and easy, safe exercises to illustrate the techniques.
Until Today!: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of
by Iyanla VanzantIf there are situations, circumstances, or perhaps relationships in your life that you have been struggling to overcome, trying to work through, or doing your best to work around, throw your head back and declare to the universe, "Until Today!"Whatever has been going on in your mind, your life, or your heart can stop -- right now, if that is truly what you desire. However, you must be willing to "do a new thing." You must spend a little time, each day, in devotion to the truth about yourself and your life. You must make a conscious approach to what you think, what you feel, and what you do. Devotion will clear up misconceptions that may have obscured your vision until today!Bestselling author Iyanla Vanzant presents a new book of devotions for anyone on the path to spiritual empowerment. These daily devotions will create powerful changes in the circumstances of your life that have held you back and will place you on the road to personal strength and peace of mind.