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Unplug Every Day: A Journal
by Chronicle BooksThis inspiring journal offers 365 achievable ways to take small breaks from technology with simple suggestions that encourage journalers to unplug from electronics and appreciate their surroundings. With a year's worth of digital-detox prompts, it also offers readers time to reflect on the power of unplugging.
Mom's Daily Bread: 365 Scriptures to Encourage a Mother's Heart
by Good BooksA beautiful book of Bible verses to inspire, challenge, and uplift mothersThe perfect Mother’s Day gift, baby shower gift, or anytime gift for a mom who could use a little encouragement, this beautiful book features one Bible verse for every day of the year. Each verse is selected to uplift, challenge, or strengthen a mother’s heart. Mothering is a hard—and blessed—job, and alone time is often in short supply. This book is perfect for picking up in the brief in-between moments—while nursing, while the kids are engaged in a game, or while you sip that precious cup of coffee just before the little ones wake. Sometimes all it takes is one verse to reconnect with God and set your day on a more Christ-centered path. Peaceful, colorful backgrounds complement the beauty of the words on each page, creating a tranquil way to engage with every verse. Find refreshment, guidance, and joy in Scriptures such as: “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” —Proverbs 22:6 “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.” —Psalm 28:7 “As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you.” —Isaiah 66:13 This small book is just the right size for Mom to carry with her in the diaper bag, on her daily commute to work, or to the playground. Mom’s Daily Bread ensures that each day comes with heartening reminders of how God sees and loves us in the midst of all the ups and downs of mothering.
I'm a Graduate Now What?
by Howard BooksEvery great achievement deserves a time of unabashed celebration. But eventually the question must be asked -- now what? Your graduation is no different. You've worked hard to get to this important milestone, but how do you identify the next step on your road to success? I'm a Graduate...Now What? provides many resources you will need as you work to identify that important next step. inspiration from scripture stories and profiles of those who have overcome everyday challenges and achieved success letters and speeches from those who have gone before you advice about how to find God's will for your life good old-fashioned practical instruction to help you put feet to your dreams Congratulations, Graduate! The next step of your great life starts now! Strike out with enthusiasm, and live it to the fullest!
Morning Meditations: Daily Reflections to Awaken Your Power to Change
by Norton Professional BooksReassuring and thought-provoking reflections for everyday reading. Even with the best intentions, it can be difficult to take time out of our busy days to reflect on our experiences, lean on the wisdom of others, and draw inspiration from the world around us. Filled with bite-sized passages that enlighten and stir contemplation, this pocket guide offers the perfect, thoughtful start to your day. Choose from over 150 reflections on themes ranging from relationships, change, self-awareness, and health, to problem solving, mindfulness, family, forgiveness, and more. Carefully compiled from books by leading helping professionals, the passages offer readers insight and comfort from the best therapists around. Thought-provoking questions for self-discovery follow each entry, providing a source of enlightenment and contemplation throughout the day. The end of the book offers a series of guided visualizations with scripted exercises for readers wanting more direction and engagement. Whether you are seeking connection, reassurance, or motivation for self-improvement, the welcoming, inspiring ideas in this book will help you get there
Stuff Every Geek Should Know (Stuff You Should Know)
by Quirk BooksPacked with tips, articles, and how-tos on everything from performing Jedi mind tricks to creating your own cosplay gear to wooing the geek of your dreams, Stuff Every Geek Should Know is an indispensable guide to life, the universe, and everything geeky. Featuring content from Quirk's nerdiest titles plus all-new, never-before-seen good stuff from the geekiest bloggers in the known universe. Chapters include: GEEK SKILLS FROM POP CULTURE: How to survive a haunted house, perform the Vulcan nerve pinch, decode ciphers, and master other survival skills. GEEKS IN ACTION: How to make amazing YouTube vids, create comic books, handle yourself in an online multiplayer game, and generally get your geek on. THE GEEK GATHERING: How to have the best convention experience of your life. GEEK LOVE: How to craft an online dating profile, plan a geeky marriage proposal, pass on geek wisdom to your kids, and otherwise enjoy the human emotion of "love."
The Ultimate Checklist for Life: Timeless Wisdom and Foolproof Strategies for Making the Most of Life's Challenges and Opportunities
by Thomas Nelson BooksDo you ever wish that life came with a handbook? What does God's Word say about finances, dreams, contentment, and discipline? About relationships, eternal life, and self-esteem? And how can you apply Scripture to your life in a way that sticks? The Ultimate Checklist for Life, a "best of" compilation of the Checklist for Life series, has the answers for everyone-men, women, teens, leaders, teachers, graduates, moms, and you!
TIME-LIFE Mysteries of the Unknown: Inside the World of the Strange and Unexplained
by Time-Life BooksCould the strange actually be true? Time-Life Mysteries of the Unknown takes readers on a tour of the eerie and unexplained - from the search for vanished civilizations to the science of real-life zombies, from famous UFO sightings to encounters with ghosts and otherworldly creatures, and much more. This rich full-colour guide offers scores of photographs and documents that shed new light on the world's most puzzling supernatural events and paranormal phenomena. Mysteries of the Unknown also ventures into strange geographical locations where the laws of nature appear to be suspended and examines the paradoxes of ancient scientific instruments that seem far too advanced for their time. And meet the scientists and dedicated amateur researchers who are unlocking the secrets to the great mysteries of history - and the future.
Summary and Analysis of The Miracle of Mindfulness: Based on the Book by Thich Nhat Hanh
by Worth BooksSo much to read, so little time? This brief overview of The Miracle of Mindfulness tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Thich Nhat Hanh’s book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This summary and analysis of The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh includes:Historical contextChapter-by-chapter summariesBreathing techniques and meditation exercisesImportant quotesFascinating triviaGlossary of termsSupporting material to enhance your understanding of the original workAbout Thich Nhat Hanh’s The Miracle of Mindfulness: In his introduction to the practices of mindfulness and meditation, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh teaches how to live a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Under his guidance, simple tasks—such as drinking tea, peeling an orange, or washing the dishes—become opportunities to find fulfillment and happiness. Through uncomplicated instruction, breathing exercises, and wise stories, Hanh proves that living a more meaningful life is accessible to all. The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.
Summary and Analysis of Outliers: Based on the Book by Malcolm Gladwell
by Worth BooksSo much to read, so little time? This brief overview of Outliers tells you what you need to know--before or after you read Malcolm Gladwell's book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell includes: Historical contextChapter-by-chapter summariesProfiles of the main charactersImportant quotesFascinating triviaGlossary of termsSupporting material to enhance your understanding of the original work About Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell: What makes high achievers, like Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Gates, and members of the Beatles so successful? Is it pure talent? Personal drive? An off-the-charts IQ? In Outliers, bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell explores the subject of success and argues that there is more to the story than individual exceptionalism. In addition to inherent talent or intelligence, there are other factors that have come into play for the innovators, artists, athletes, and prodigies who have become household names. Many who have attained rock-star status in their fields may have education, culture, access to a specific technology or opportunity, and ten thousand hours of practice to thank for their reaching their goals. Through a wide range of examples and anecdotes, learn what makes outliers so extraordinary. The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.
Summary and Analysis of The Purpose Driven Life: Based on the Book by Rick Warren
by Worth BooksSo much to read, so little time? This brief overview of The Purpose Driven Life tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Rick Warren’s book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren includes: Historical contextChapter-by-chapter summariesKey scripture and inspirational quotesFascinating triviaGlossary of termsSupporting material to enhance your understanding of the original workAbout The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren: With forty chapters devoted to forty days, Rick Warren’s bestselling The Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? guides readers toward discovering their life’s purpose through a Christ-centered approach. Being successful and living out your purpose don’t always go hand in hand. Rick Warren’s wildly popular and life-changing book offers a transformational learning experience to help us become what God created us to be and live the lives we were meant to live. The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.
Summary and Analysis of You Are a Badass: Based on the Book by Jen Sincero
by Worth BooksSo much to read, so little time? This brief overview of You Are a Badass tells you what you need to know—before or after you read Jen Sincero’s book. Crafted and edited with care, Worth Books set the standard for quality and give you the tools you need to be a well-informed reader. This short summary and analysis of You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero includes: Chapter-by-chapter overviewsCharacter profilesImportant quotesFascinating triviaGlossary of termsSupporting material to enhance your understanding of the original work About You Are a Badass:How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero: Jen Sincero wants to help you live your best life. Hilarious and inspiring, You Are a Badass is a book for those ready to make big changes in their lives. From confronting your fears, to taking risks, to making money, to finding love, Sincero teaches how to become your own personal cheerleader—and kick butt doing it. The summary and analysis in this ebook are intended to complement your reading experience and bring you closer to a great work of nonfiction.
How to Duck a Suckah
by Big BoomThe Bodyguard for Women's Hearts returns with brand-new tough-love advice for satisfying relationships and spiritual fulfillment. Some women have become so accustomed to the games and manipulations of men that they are virtually sitting ducks for all the suckahs out there. Every woman has to be able to recognize Mr. Wrong before she lets him into her heart. True love is definitely out there -- you just have to know where to look. In How to Duck a Suckah, Big Boom -- a former pimp, player, and hustler -- draws on his own sordid past to help women avoid traps, demand respect, and live a drama-free life. His overall message of self-empowerment proves that you can't be happy with anyone else unless you are happy with yourself.
If You Want Closure in Your Relationship, Start with Your Legs
by Big BoomNATIONAL ESSENCE BESTSELLER Want to find real, committed love? The bodyguard for women's hearts reveals the minds of men in this tough-love guide to relationships. After decades of preying on women as a pimp and a hustler, Big Boom knows all the games men play. He's now given up his player card, exposing the motivations of men and providing women with down-to-earth advice on how to create a fulfilling, loving relationship. From sex with the ex to first dates, from the first look to the morning after, Boom leaves nothing out. His straight-talking advice exposes women's weaknesses and is invaluable to any woman determined to avoid common mistakes that lead to heartbreak. This unique guide will show women not only how to find true love with Mr. Right, but also how to avoid Mr. Never-Gonna-Happen, Mr. Infidelity, and a variety of other Mr. Wrongs.
And Bloom The Art of Aging Unapologetically: Inspiration about life from more than 100 women
by Denise Boomkens***'Are you aging fabulously? Here's how.' Anna Murphy, The Times'You become what you see. What you see determines what you believe - and the most powerful way of inspiring people is with images. My goal with AndBloom is to motivate women to embrace life without fear. To provide examples of women between the age of 40 and, currently, 100, so that any woman can open this book and see themselves recognized.' Denise Boomkens launched the AndBloom project on Instagram in 2018, to create a 'happy place for women over 40' - a community where women can be themselves and where aging is celebrated instead of feared. In this, her first book, she shares her own experiences of aging and brings together portraits and interviews with more than 100 extraordinary 'ordinary' women to create both a gloriously illustrated celebration of female beauty over 40 and an empowering handbook to aging happily.
And Bloom The Art of Aging Unapologetically: Inspiration about life from more than 100 women
by Denise Boomkens***'Are you aging fabulously? Here's how.' Anna Murphy, The Times'A lovely book celebrating female beauty over 40.' Top Sante'You become what you see. What you see determines what you believe - and the most powerful way of inspiring people is with images. My goal with AndBloom is to motivate women to embrace life without fear. To provide examples of women between the age of 40 and, currently, 100, so that any woman can open this book and see themselves recognized.' Denise Boomkens launched the AndBloom project on Instagram in 2018, to create a 'happy place for women over 40' - a community where women can be themselves and where aging is celebrated instead of feared. In this, her first book, she shares her own experiences of aging and brings together portraits and interviews with more than 100 extraordinary 'ordinary' women to create both a gloriously illustrated celebration of female beauty over 40 and an empowering handbook to aging happily.
Brady: Life Lessons From a Legend (Life Lessons from a Legend)
by Brian BooneBrady: Life Lessons From a Legend features success strategies from the greatest quarterback of all time“If you don’t play to win, don’t play at all.” From an underrated recruit, to a second-string player with the chance of a lifetime, to the best quarterback in history, Tom Brady is a success story for the ages. His unshakable belief in himself and his relentless dedication to improving his game brought him more than two decades of record-breaking career highs. No other NFL player has as many Super Bowl wins, game wins, touchdown passes, passing yards, or completed passes as TB12.Brady: Life Lessons from a Legend is a front-row seat to the struggles and triumphs of Brady’s incredible career as an unstoppable athlete and a savvy businessman. His unique journey from the University of Michigan to the Patriots to the Buccaneers is a master class in chasing excellence, even when others doubt your potential. Anyone with a lofty dream will benefit from the insights and wisdom that helped Brady become the G.O.A.T.- Inspiring quotes from Brady himself- A biographical look at Brady’s early years, his rise to fame, and his most spectacular achievements - Original full-color art that captures the spirit of a champion- Guiding truths and hard-earned lessons to help you crush your own goals
LeBron: Life Lessons from the King
by Brian BooneA biographical account featuring the secrets to success from one of the greatest basketball players of all time: LeBron James“Nothing is given. Everything is earned.” His power, speed, and killer instincts made him a basketball phenom, but it was blood, sweat, and determination that turned him into an undisputed champion. From the day Sports Illustrated deemed him “The Chosen One” when he was still in high school, LeBron James, a skinny kid from Akron, Ohio, rose to stardom for his world-class athleticism. Two decades, four NBA championships, three Olympic medals, four MVP awards, three teams, and eighteen All-Star selections later, LeBron is the reigning king of the NBA. The world watches in awe as he breaks countless records and sets jaw-dropping new ones. He has taken his success further than anyone imagined, proving himself a savvy investor and businessman, making a splash in the entertainment industry, and emerging as a powerful voice for social justice. Brian Boone's LeBron: Life Lessons from The King offers courtside seats to the highs and lows of LeBron’s unbelievable journey and reveals valuable insights for anyone trying to make their own lofty dreams come true. - Motivating and empowering quotes from King James himself- A biographical look at LeBron’s early years, his rise to fame, and his most spectacular achievements - Original art from Gilang Bogy that captures the spirit of a champion- Guiding truths and hard-earned lessons to inspire your own path to excellence
When Faith Becomes Sight: Opening Your Eyes to God's Presence All Around You
by Beth A. Booram David BooramWhere can I turn to see God? How can I more clearly recognize God's nearness and initiative in my life?When Faith Becomes Sight
Don't Just Do Something, Sit There: A Mindfulness Retreat with Sylvia Boorstein
by Sylvia BoorsteinGet away from doing and into being with this lively, down-to-earth guide to your own meditation retreat by beloved mindfulness meditation teacher Sylvia Boorstein. Presenting what Jon Kabat-Zinn has called "endearingly personal mindfulness wisdom," she offers a three-day retreat plan accompanied by timeless lessons -- always grounded in real life -- on how anyone can achieve calm, clarity and joy through meditation practices.
It's Easier Than You Think: The Buddhist Way to Happiness
by Sylvia BoorsteinUsing delightful and deceptively powerful stories from everyday experiences, beloved Buddhist teacher Sylvia Boorstein demystifies spirituality, charts the path to happiness through the Buddha's basic teachings, shows how to eliminate hindrances to clear seeing, and develops a realistic course toward wisdom and compassion. A wonderfully engaging guide, full of humor, memorable insights, and love.
Making Friends with the Present Moment
by Sylvia BoorsteinTaken from Sylvia Boorstein's influential contribution to Solid Ground , Boorstein invites readers to see things exactly the way they are, no matter how difficult.
Solid Ground
by Sylvia Boorstein Norman Fischer Tsoknyi RinpocheSolid Ground: Buddhist Wisdom for Difficult Times is a lively and topical book that offers guidance on how to respond to the individual crises that inevitably arise in all of our lives as well as to the political, economic, and social challenges society is currently facing. The issue of difficulty in life is at the very essence of Buddhism. The first noble truth could certainly be translated as "life is full of difficulties." And the remaining noble truths could be seen as Buddhism's analysis of our difficulties and of a path to working with them. Celebrated Buddhist teachers Sylvia Boorstein, Zoketsu Norman Fisher, and Tsoknyi Rinpoche use their diverse wisdom to address the immediate and practical concerns in our lives and to explore the most basic and profound questions of Buddhism: the difficulty of life in general and how we can work with that and ameliorate it.Filled with humor and personal stories, Solid Ground offers specific teachings for concrete situations as well as a way to explore the larger questions of finding equanimity in difficult times.
When Women Lead: What We Achieve, Why We Succeed and What We Can Learn
by Julia BoorstinIn her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world's most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage. Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.'Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from.' - Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive'When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections.' - Bettina Korek, CEO of the Serpentine Galleries, London
When Women Lead: What We Achieve, Why We Succeed and What We Can Learn
by Julia BoorstinIn her groundbreaking, deeply reported work, Julia Boorstin reveals the odds-defying leadership approaches of women running the world's most innovative and successful companies - and what we can learn from them.Now, in When Women Lead, Boorstin brings together the stories of over sixty of those female CEOs and leaders, and dozens of new studies. Her combination of narrative and research reveals how once-underestimated characteristics, from vulnerability and gratitude to divergent thinking, can be vital superpowers - and that anyone can work these approaches to their advantage. Featuring new interviews with Gwyneth Paltrow, Jenn Hyman, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Lena Waithe, Shivani Siroya, and more, When Women Lead is a radical blueprint for the future of business, and our world at large.'Filled with top-notch research, practical insight and stories from the most inspiring women in business, Julia Boorstin lays out a new, inclusive vision for leadership and our world at large that we all will benefit from.' - Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive'When Women Lead is replete with concrete insights that have personally helped me navigate our unprecedented times of change. Weaving together perspectives from tech, business, politics, the cultural sphere and beyond, Boorstin's deep reporting and voracious inquiries serve not only as a tactical manual for individuals, but as a toolkit for building interdisciplinary connections.' - Bettina Korek, CEO of the Serpentine Galleries, London(P)2022 Simon & Schuster Audio