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From the Court to the Boardroom: The Path to Empowerment
by Lisa Leslie Bridgette ChambersIn From the Court to the Boardroom, by powerhouse authors, Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie and award winning CEO Bridgette Chambers, readers quickly learn how to reignite the powerful foundation of strength formed while playing competitive sports and parlay those life changing, high performing behaviors into success in the business world. Through stories and winning strategies, Lisa and Bridgette invite readers to RE-IGNITE their passion and competitive spirit. Next, the authors introduce a path designed to help readers RISE to the challenges ahead and find the inner-strength and constitution to keep REACHING for greatness in business.
From the Barrio to the Board Room
by Robert Renteria ; Corey Michael BlakeFrom the Barrio to the Board Room shares Robert Renteria's journey from East L.A. and gang and drug life to becoming VP of a publicly traded company, owner of his own businesses and now his work as a civic leader, empowering our nation's youth to stay in school, out of gangs and off drugs.
From the Ashes: My Story of Being Métis, Homeless, and Finding My Way
by Jesse ThistleIn this extraordinary and inspiring debut memoir, Jesse Thistle, once a high school dropout and now a rising Indigenous scholar, chronicles his life on the streets and how he overcame trauma and addiction to discover the truth about who he is.If I can just make it to the next minute...then I might have a chance to live; I might have a chance to be something more than just a struggling crackhead. From the Ashes is a remarkable memoir about hope and resilience, and a revelatory look into the life of a Métis-Cree man who refused to give up. Abandoned by his parents as a toddler, Jesse Thistle briefly found himself in the foster-care system with his two brothers, cut off from all they had known. Eventually the children landed in the home of their paternal grandparents, whose tough-love attitudes quickly resulted in conflicts. Throughout it all, the ghost of Jesse’s drug-addicted father haunted the halls of the house and the memories of every family member. Struggling with all that had happened, Jesse succumbed to a self-destructive cycle of drug and alcohol addiction and petty crime, spending more than a decade on and off the streets, often homeless. Finally, he realized he would die unless he turned his life around. In this heart-warming and heart-wrenching memoir, Jesse Thistle writes honestly and fearlessly about his painful past, the abuse he endured, and how he uncovered the truth about his parents. Through sheer perseverance and education—and newfound love—he found his way back into the circle of his Indigenous culture and family. An eloquent exploration of the impact of prejudice and racism, From the Ashes is, in the end, about how love and support can help us find happiness despite the odds.
From Surviving to Thriving: A Mother's Journey Through Infertility, Loss and Miracles
by Fabiana BacchiniAfter living through an emotionally turbulent journey of infertility and the birth of one son, Fabiana was thrilled to discover that she was pregnant again, this time with twins. She did not expect to encounter a tumultuous road until she was told that one of her twins had no chance of survival. Then, only weeks later, she gave birth prematurely. Her surviving twin spent months in a neonatal intensive care unit and later became a child with special needs. From Surviving to Thriving is about finding the joy; making the choice to see hope where others only see despair, pain, loss and sorrow. The book teaches the reader valuable life lessons, including how to face any adverse event and find something to be thankful for. One can only feel inspired and connected with Fabiana as she recounts how she took her family on a journey from surviving to thriving
From Survive to Thrive: Living Your Best Life with Mental Illness (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)
by Margaret S. ChisolmWhat's holding you back? Learn how to take the steps needed to get to a place where you are happier, more productive, and more at peace.Are you struggling with personal problems, a mental health condition, or addiction? Are you looking to permanently improve your well-being and happiness? If you'd like to lead a fuller, more satisfying life—or help a mentally ill loved one—this book is for you. In From Survive to Thrive, Dr. Margaret S. Chisolm, a psychiatrist at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, describes a tried-and-true plan to help anyone grappling with life's challenges learn how to flourish. Dr. Chisolm does not define health as the mere absence of illness. She wants you to be able to lead the best life possible—to thrive! In down-to-earth prose, Dr. Chisolm provides insight into how readers can cultivate healthy habits and more positive reactions to life's provocations, choosing not to allow past life circumstances or a disease state to define their well-being. She also• introduces the four perspectives through which all mental distress should be examined: disease, dimensional, behavior, and life story• describes the four pathways associated with well-being: family, work, education, and community• includes fascinating stories from her own clinical (and personal) experience featuring real people who found fulfillment by embracing these perspectives and pathways • supplements detailed, step-by-step advice with interactive elements, including self-assessments and self-reflection exercises• incorporates graphic elements to illustrate important lessons This upbeat guide is the first to detail evidence-based principles for improving well-being in those with mental illness.
From Suffering to Peace: The True Promise of Mindfulness
by Mark ColemanLike yoga before it, mindfulness is now flourishing in every sector of society. It is a buzzword in everything from medicine to the military. Mark Coleman, who has studied and taught mindfulness meditation for decades, draws on his knowledge to not only clarify what mindfulness truly means but also reveal the depth and potential of this ancient discipline. Weaving together contemporary applications with practices in use for millennia, his approach empowers us to engage with and transform the inevitable stress and pain of life, so we can discover genuine peace — in the body, heart, mind, and wider world. While profound and multilayered, the mindfulness teachings Coleman shares have proved effective in a wide variety of settings. From Suffering to Peace will help readers of all kinds access and benefit from the “true promise of mindfulness.”
From Suffering to Joy
by Prem BabaFrom Suffering to Joy offers a method of self-discovery that can help bring harmony to your life and help you build truly intimate relationships. Prem Baba is a Brazilian master teacher of an ancient spiritual lineage in India who focuses on building a bridge between spirituality and psychology, East and West. In this book he offers a practical methodology called the Path of the Heart, which can help you learn to: Overcome limiting psychological patterns by recognizing and working with your inner child Take responsibility for and transform the negative conditioning that causes suffering to you and those around you Awaken your higher consciousness through daily practices of meditation and prayer Contribute to resolving global problems through changes in your life By following the Path of the Heart, you will be able to move beyond the limitations of the ego and know the love and joy that are your essence.
From Success to Significance: The 8 Keys to Achieving Any Goal or Dream
by Kris Mathis Shannon L. Harris&“Temporary failure is the tool used by life to discourage true champions from winning.&” Have you ever had a great idea and you talked you out of it? One of the greatest gifts you have been given in life is your ability to dream. Everything that we have today began with someone&’s dream. In From Success to Significance, motivational speaker Kris Mathis delivers a step-by-step program that teaches you The 8 Keys to Achieving any Goal or Dream. These principles will help you discover your true purpose, how to take control of your life, and then help you go on to make your goals and dreams a reality. Having graduated with honors from the "University of Hard Knocks," Kris Mathis makes his personal experiences heartfelt and engaging in a way that very few authors rarely can. Kris humbly writes about his experiences while in the pursuit for success; and more importantly uncovers the significance of his life through this process. In "From Success to Significance", what you will discover is that Kris has traveled a road that many people are familiar with. He has overcome numerous trials on his journey for success, including a poverty stricken past and a rare facial paralysis that nearly ended his career. "From Success to Significance: The 8 Keys to Achieving any Goal or Dream" is sure to motivate, inspire, and educate you on what you will need to reach your dreams! &“Your life will never be the same after you make the decision that nothing can stop you from reaching your dream.&”
From Success to Significance: When the Pursuit of Success Isn’t Enough
by Lloyd ReebSuccess Is Great. But Significance Is Lasting. You've achieved a measure of success in the first half of life, and it's been a thrill. But deep in your heart, you want your second half to count for something far more. Something bigger than you. Significance. You're not alone; you're in "Halftime. " You want to discover where your deepest passions intersect with your greatest abilities and harness them to help change the world. But what does significance look like? How do you attain it? What will it cost you? What if you are not yet financially independent? Who can help you make sense out of this stage of life?Lloyd Reeb knows how it is. He's wrestled with the same questions-and found answers. In From Success to Significance, he unfolds a blueprint that has helped thousands of men and women redefine success and infuse their lives with eternal significance. Adapt Reeb's approach to your circumstances and, with God's help, put it in motion. It works, and it will work for you. Discover God's unique purpose for your life. Your talents, your drives, and everything you are will make sense in a new way and have an impact you've never dreamed of. Go ahead, start dreaming. Because significance is within your reach, and it starts by finding the freedom to dream. "Many people measure their success by wealth, recognition, power, and status. There's nothing wrong with those, but if that's all you're focused on, you're missing the boat. Lloyd Reeb shows that if you focus on significance-using your time and talent to serve others-that's when truly meaningful success can come your way. "
From Stress to Wellbeing Volume 2
by Cary L. CooperA comprehensive collection by Professor Cary Cooper and his colleagues in the field of workplace stress and wellbeing, which draws on research in a number of areas including stress-strain relationships, sources of workplace stress and stressful occupations. Volume 2 of 2.
From Stress To Success in just 31 days: In Just 31 Days
by John F. DemartiniYou can take command of your life! You can build your self-worth and expand your net worth! You can enjoy more fulfilling and loving relationships! You can perceive, receive, and achieve way, way more! If you feel overwhelmed, stressed, or simply burned out at times, there's finally a solution for you. A greater level of contentment and a higher degree of success and accomplishment can be yours! Whatever stress means to you, Dr. John Demartini's 31 Stress-to-Success Secrets have the potential to turn the stress that is holding you back into the energy and motivation required to make your life a living dream. As you go through each chapter, you'll discover that implementing the success secrets into your life will reveal the magic inherent in each step and help you transform your perceptions and actions into ones that will empower your life. They are simple, yet profound. They're the secrets of the few who've lived more actualized and fulfilling lives. And now they can work for you! With a powerful combination of practical, accountable action steps and inspiring daily affirmations, From Stress to Success will take you by the hand and lead you to a place you have always dreamed possible.
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
by Arthur C. BrooksThe roadmap for finding purpose, meaning, and success as we age, from bestselling author, Harvard professor, and the Atlantic's happiness columnist Arthur Brooks. <p><p> Many of us assume that the more successful we are, the less susceptible we become to the sense of professional and social irrelevance that often accompanies aging. But the truth is, the greater our achievements and our attachment to them, the more we notice our decline, and the more painful it is when it occurs. <p><p> What can we do, starting now, to make our older years a time of happiness, purpose, and yes, success? <p><p> At the height of his career at the age of 50, Arthur Brooks embarked on a seven-year journey to discover how to transform his future from one of disappointment over waning abilities into an opportunity for progress. From Strength to Strength is the result, a practical roadmap for the rest of your life. <p><p> Drawing on social science, philosophy, biography, theology, and eastern wisdom, as well as dozens of interviews with everyday men and women, Brooks shows us that true life success is well within our reach. By refocusing on certain priorities and habits that anyone can learn, such as deep wisdom, detachment from empty rewards, connection and service to others, and spiritual progress, we can set ourselves up for increased happiness. <p><p> Read this book and you, too, can go from strength to strength. <p> <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
From Slave to Businessman: How did I create my own company
by Franklin A. Díaz LárezThis is the narration of the journey of a desperate man, who is in search of solutions to his multiple economic problems. <P><P> After a long process of self-critical reflection, he decides to leave his job to create his own company. And he succeeds, not without first overcoming dozens of obstacles, setbacks and stumbling blocks. <P><P> A book written in the form of entertaining and, at times, with funny stories, which describes the steps to follow in the world of entrepreneurship, based on the experiences of its protagonist. <P><P> Away from didactic, rigid or academic descriptions, it tells a peculiar story in which its main character is overcoming important and implacable obstacles, until finally arriving at the long-awaited financial independence. <P><P> A pleasant way to know how to set up a business and create a source of your own income, putting yourself in the shoes of another who has already achieved it. <P><P> This book is dedicated to those who wish to definitely liberate themselves from the yoke of the modern forms of labor slavery of our time, and from the cruel and dramatic uncertainty of unemployment.
From Sh!tshow to Afterglow: Putting Life Back Together When It All Falls Apart
by Ariel Meadow StallingsRebound after loss, grief, and the other cruel crises life throws your way with this irreverent guide -- the perfect anti-self-help book.Sometimes your foundation crumbles. Sometimes you realize there wasn't a foundation to begin with. Maybe your relationship ended in a breakup or divorce, or you lost your job, or a loved one died. Whatever crisis showed up to screw with you, it brought everything else crashing down, and suddenly life became confusing, disorienting, out of control. A total shit show. You. Need. Help.Therein lies the problem: Traditional self-help guides just aren't for you. You're an individualist, an iconoclast, a follow-your-own-drumbeat kind of person. The typical sunshine-and-rainbows, "live your best life!" books in the "personal growth" aisle aren't going to speak to your worldview -- you need an embrace-your-weirdness vision for growth and rebuilding.Enter Ariel Meadow Stallings, who has experienced a few life catastrophes of her own and emerged from them with newfound clarity and strength. In From Sh!tshow to Afterglow, she offers a lifeline of support and outside-the-box thinking for times of crisis and confusion, sharing plenty of tactical tips for getting your shit together. Along the way, she never lets readers forget that sometimes a life has to be taken apart before it can be put back together better than ever.Without sugar-coating how deeply it sucks to have your world shattered, From Sh!tshow to Afterglow gives readers a reassuring plan to for putting the pieces back together and emerging stronger than ever.
From Season to Season: A Book of Saintly Wisdom
by Silas HendersonThis volume combines words of wisdom from a wide variety of saints, popes, and beati with original reflections from author Br. Silas Henderson, O.S.B. on the Solemnities and Feasts of the Roman Catholic liturgical calendar. In addition, Henderson includes extended meditations to complement the words of the saints, themselves. With an entry for every day of the year, Henderson provides words of inspiration and wisdom to serve as a starting point for one's own journey of faith, following in the footsteps of saints.
From Rain to Rainbows
by VariousThis sweet and modern little ebook proves that after the rain always comes the rainbow. A treasure trove of delightful work by beloved indie art stars and emerging talents, this cheering collection echoes the uplifting transformation of rain into rainbows: the book begins with raindrops and umbrellas, transitions midway through, and concludes with a glorious bouquet of colorful rainbows. Perfect for bringing smiles to anyone who needs a little pick-me-up, this ebook of feel-good art is a reminder to appreciate the dark with the light, because nothing stays the same forever--and things are about to look a whole lot brighter.
From The Projects To A Ph.D.: The View From The Other Side of America
by Dr Vanessa Howard`Have you ever been kissed by a refreshing white cloud? Do you remember how its caress would leave you wanting more and waiting for its next lingering touch? White clouds were not strangers in the projects during the summer months. These refreshing vapors provided a welcome break from the sweltering heat of the sun's rays beating down on the concrete palaces that St. Louis called the projects. The fluffy mist was the unifying factor in the projects that all the kids loved. We inhaled the clouds and embraced the cooling mist as it danced around our bodies. Who would have thought that these mystical veils had the potential to destroy my hopes and dreams? Dr. Vanessa Howard's book From the Projects to a Ph.D. discusses humble beginnings, challenges in pursuing higher education, and the determination needed to succeed. You will be inspired by the resiliency of the human spirit, as she shares personal insights, and experiences of racial inequities that shaped, but did not define her life. Although her experiences shared in this book are not unique, they provide a glimpse into the "other side of America" rarely shared with other cultures. Within these pages, you will find strategies to assist readers in becoming more culturally responsive. She prays this story will be a catalyst for change and offer hope to those who need it most. When we know better, we should do better. This is a must-read for those who are passionate about reform in the areas of education, law, gender equity, and racial justice. Discover Life, Literacy, and Legacy with Dr. Vanessa Howard
From Pixels to Purpose: Exploring Digital Inclusion and Personal Growth
by Jalasa SapkotaJalasa Sapkota's book presents a compelling fusion of two interconnected themes: digital inclusion and personal fulfillment. The initial section delves into the pressing need for digital accessibility, highlighting challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in navigating online environments. Through insightful articles, Sapkota calls for a more equitable digital future, scrutinizing both institutional commitments and pragmatic realities. The subsequent part shifts focus to a deeply personal exploration of self-discovery and relationships. Through provocative narratives, Sapkota unravels the intricacies of women's desires, happiness, and understanding relationships, prompting readers to reflect on their own experiences and connections. This book serves as an invaluable resource, offering diverse perspectives on disability rights, digital inclusion, and the journey toward personal fulfillment. Whether you're an advocate, a seeker of personal growth, or a curious reader, Sapkota's work promises to inspire, provoke, and enlighten, providing profound insights into the essence of inclusion, selfhood, and the human condition.
From Persia to Tehr Angeles: A Contemporary Guide to Understanding and Appreciating Ancient Persian Culture
by Kamran Sharareh Chef KSharFrom Persia to Tehr Angeles seeks to give a rich, rounded view of the foundations of Persian culture and traditions so that modern readers can know this heritage more intimately and also pick and choose which elements to make use of in their own lives. From Persia to Tehr Angeles' unique offering is in addressing its specific audience, with the intention of helping these populations become knowledgeable and appreciative of Persian tradition, culture, and food, thereby enhancing the human relationship between non-Persian and Persian partners, friends, and families, as well as humanizing the face of the modern Iranian in America.
From Panic to Power: Proven Techniques to Calm Your Anxieties, Conquer Your Fears, and Put You in Control of Your Life
by Lucinda BassettFrom Panic to Power is Lucinda Bassett's inspiring account of the proven techniques she used to overcome anxiety disorder and regain control of her life. A bestseller with more than 72,000 hardcover copies sold, From Panic to Power offers techniques and skills to the ever-growing number of people who are adversely affected by today's overwhelmingly stressful environment. Lucinda Bassett's effective program, which teaches people how to think differently and respond in a less anxious way, is enabling hundreds of thousands all over the world to transform their draining doubts, fears, and anxieties into positive energy and newfound freedom. Her methods allow sufferers to gain a new understanding of themselves and their challenges when dealing with anxiety and teach effective skills to help transform negative self-talk and destructive worry habits into recently discovered compassion and confidence.
From Pain to Purpose: How to Return to Purpose After Experiencing Trauma or Loss
by Jessika FuhrmaneckA survivor of abuse and cancer shares the tools she used to move beyond healing and rediscover her purpose in this spiritual self-help guide.Jessika Fuhrmaneck is a survivor of abuse, exploitation, cancer, and divorce. At the end of it all, she had complex PTSD and felt utterly lost. She spent years in recovery programs to bring her back to a place of mental and emotional wellbeing. But after all the recovery, therapy, and healing, Jessika was still disconnected from her life’s calling. Jessika spent a year discovering how to return to her God-given purposes.Through persistence and prayer, Jessika discovered actionable steps that got her back on track with her calling. Now she shares her journey and process with other survivors of trauma and loss. For anyone feeling lost in the fog of psychological pain, From Pain to Purpose offers a path back to clarity and light.
From Pain to Power
by Mary Ellen MannSexual violation was not your choice, but recovery is. As a survivor of sexual trauma, you've likely experienced feelings of shame and confusion, and weakening of your faith and trust. It may feel like no one understands. And each day you're simply trying to survive. But the reality is you are meant for much more than survival. You are born with the right to use the pain as a point of power and reclaim what was taken without permission--your true identity. Author Mary Ellen Mann understands. She's been there. In From Pain to Power, she weaves personal story and years of research and counseling experience to provide comfort and respect, biblical insight, guided imagery, and self-care strategies. She will help you: · Regain your power, safety, and sense of self · Go to battle as a "Princess Warrior" · Learn to trust your gut instinct again · Protect yourself from further assault · Reconcile your faith in God, who understands your doubt and anger Mary Ellen Mann stands in your corner as you restore and honor your rightful femininity, find your voice of reason, and choose to live a legacy-filled life. Includes tips and resources for spouses, parents, ministry leaders, and advocates who want to help survivors of sexual assault. From the Trade Paperback edition.
From My Heart to Yours: Life Lessons on Faith, Family, & Friendship
by Robin McGrawGentle peer-to-peer counsel from the heart of Robin McGraw.Whether dealing with our faith, our family, or our friendships, we create the life we long for through the integrity of our choices. In the beautiful gift book, From My Heart to Yours, Robin McGraw shares from her heart, with simple but powerful doses of “life lessons” that will encourage and inspire women from all walks of life. “We are defined not by the station in life into which we are born, nor by our pedigree, but by the choices we make. And it is through the integrity of our choices that we create the life we long for.”Robin’s peer-to-peer advice, presented in beautiful four-color imagery, will help women embrace their feminine selves, to accept nothing less than being their best (no matter what they do), and to proactively choose how they will live rather than take life as it comes along.
From Mule Back to Super Jet with the Gospel
by Br. Marshall KeebleOriginally published in 1962, this is the fascinating account of Brother Marshall Keeble’s missionary journey to Africa with Brother Lucien Palmer in 1960, including a visit to the Holy Land, Palestine.“This was Brother Keeble’s greatest missionary journey for the Lord, and he has made many journeys. On this trip he preached with great power. His influence was felt and it will live on in Africa, as he now has sons and daughters in the Gospel in that far away land, and through them the work of our Lord will continue.[…]“With great joy the experiences had by Brother Keeble on this journey have been written, and he hopes you will find much pleasure in this narrative. May it cause you to have a great increase of faith to use the jet age to God’s glory in advancing his kingdom in every nation of the world.”—Lucien Palmer, Preface
From Mother to Daughter: The Things I'd Tell My Child
by Katie Piper Diane PiperWhether you're only just becoming a mum for the first time or you have children who are growing up faster than you could have ever imagined, motherhood can feel like the most joyful and yet the most daunting of times. But you're not alone. From the moment I knew my first baby was a girl I started to plan, hope and dream. I couldn't wait to experience that special bond, but I also wondered how I'd feel about being a working mum, how I'd hold on to the person I am. I also knew that the world has changed so much since I was growing up. What advice, values and role models would help give my daughter the confidence and strength to cope with all that might come her way - and to give her an open mind and warm heart? And how would I guide her through the issues girls face today? This is my journey in motherhood: my experiences, hopes and fears - with my mum's stories of raising me, a parenting expert's advice and empowering exercises - to guide you from those first wobbly moments to being a happy, healthy mum and raising feisty, independent children who aren't afraid to be themselves - and to go for the life they want. Katie PiperFrom Mother to Daughter is about motherhood, about what you learn as a mother and the things you would tell your daughter and most of all it's Katie and Diane' Piper's celebration of the incredible power of mother-daughter relationships.