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Aapka Bhavishya Aapke Haath Mein: आपका भविष्य आपके हाथ में
by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam"अगर सारी कठिनाइयों से हार न मान कर मै इतना कुछ हासिल कर सका हूँ तो कोई और भी ऐसा कर सकता है - यही संदेश है इस पुस्तक के ज़रिये अपने देश के युवाओं को देना चाहता हूँ। इस पुस्तक से प्रेरित होकर यदि एक भी युवा अपना सपना हासिल कर लेता है तो मैं मानूंगा कि इसे लिखने का मेरा प्रयास सफल हुआ। यह पुस्तक देश-भर से प्राप्त युवाओं के ई-मेल और उनके प्रश्नो पर आधारित है और मेरे जवाब अपने अनुभव और जो कुछ मैंने सीखा है - उसी का सार है। ये इस तरह पेश किये गए है कि मिलती-जुलती समस्याओं का सामना कर रहे किसी भी पाठक के लिए जवाबों में छुपे संदेष कारगर हो सकें।
Comunicación femenina inteligente: Los 10 lenguajes de la mujer
by Sonia González A.Un libro que te permitirá entender por fin, la forma en que se comunican las mujeres. A través de una exhaustiva investigación sobre el poder de la Comunicación Femenina Inteligente (CFI), la autora Sonia Gonzalez-Boysen, analiza los diez lenguajes en que se comunican las mujeres, cinco lenguajes brillantes: empatía - intuición - inspiración - multitareas - conexión emocional, y cinco lenguajes opacos: falta de concreción - complicada y compleja - tendencia a controlar - dependencia emocional - actitudes cambiantes y cíclicas.Este no es un libro escrito sólo para mujeres, sino acerca de ellas. A través de estas páginas cambiarás el paradigma sobre la comunicación femenina. Además, podrás disfrutar la amena narración de casos de éxito de mujeres que han marcado la historia con su comunicación, incluyendo el vibrante e impactante testimonio de la autora. Como valor agregado, encontrarás también las claves para el empoderamiento de la Comunicación Femenina Inteligente.Un libro necesario para: analizar la comunicación de las mujeres desde su propia perspectiva. Ser empáticos y ponerse en sus zapatos. Descubrir las fortalezas, impulsarlas y promoverlas de manera más intencional. Comprender las debilidades, y verlas como oportunidades para mejorar. Descifrar el código de la comunicación femenina. Empoderar la comunicación femenina para llevarla a un nuevo nivel de impacto. Tratar de entenderlas, sin fracasar en el intento.
When a Child Dies: A Hopeful Healing Guide for Surviving the Loss of a Child
by Claire AagaardA caring and compassionate grief book for bereaved parents who have lost a child."This book is a lovely blend of the author's personal journey with the death of her son and supportive information that can help parents see light amidst the dark."—Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D, CT, author, educator, and grief counselorBeing suddenly thrust into the world of parental grief is like being transported to a foreign land where you don't speak the language. With that in mind, Claire Aagaard has written When a Child Dies in a simple, straightforward manner, offering information, comfort and hope for those who believe that none is possible.Questions addressed include:Can we survive this?Is it possible to be happy again?Is forgiveness attainable?Can we survive this as a couple?How will this affect our loved ones?Is it okay to be angry with God?How do we cope with birthdays or holidays?Will my grief ever change?What can we do to help? (A chapter for supportive loved ones)Claire has written this book from a unique perspective—that of a professional grief counselor after working with dozens of bereaved parents, and as a parent with her own history of child loss. It is an honest yet gentle guide for grieving parents as well as their family, friends, and loved ones, offering the wisdom from her own personal journey as well as that of countless others."It will not always hurt as much as it does right now. Go slowly, be gentle and forgiving, and choose your path forward with loving intention."—Claire Aagaard
Brand Portfolio Strategy: Creating Relevance, Differentiation, Energy, Leverage, and Clarity
by David A. AakerIn this long-awaited book from the world's premier brand expert and author of the seminal work Building Strong Brands, David Aaker shows managers how to construct a brand portfolio strategy that will support a company's business strategy and create relevance, differentiation, energy, leverage, and clarity. Building on case studies of world-class brands such as Dell, Disney, Microsoft, Sony, Dove, Intel, CitiGroup, and PowerBar, Aaker demonstrates how powerful, cohesive brand strategies have enabled managers to revitalize brands, support business growth, and create discipline in confused, bloated portfolios of master brands, subbrands, endorser brands, co-brands, and brand extensions. Aaker offers readers step-by-step advice on what to do when confronting scenarios such as the following: Brands are underleveraged The business strategy is at risk because of inadequate brand platforms The business faces a relevance threat caused by emerging subcategories The firm's brands are tired and bland Strategy is paralyzed by a lack of priority among the brands Brands are cluttered and confusing to both customers and employees The firm needs to move into the super-premium or value arenas to create margin or sales volume Margin pressures require points of differentiation Renowned brand guru Aaker demonstrates that assuring that each brand in the portfolio has a clear role and actively reinforces and supports the other portfolio brands will profoundly affect the firm's profitability. Brand Portfolio Strategy is required reading not only for brand managers but for all managers with bottom-line responsibility to their shareholders.
Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (And how anyone can harness it. Even you.)
by Jennifer Aaker Naomi BagdonasAnyone—even you!—can learn how to harness the power of humor in business (and life), based on the popular class at Stanford's Graduate School of Business. &“The ultimate guide to using the magical power of funny as a tool for leadership and a force for good.&”—Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestselling author of When and DriveThere exists a mistaken belief in today&’s corporate world: that we have to be serious all the time in order to be taken seriously. But the research tells a different story: that humor can be one of the most powerful tools we have for accomplishing serious things. Studies show that humor makes us appear more competent and confident, strengthens relationships, unlocks creativity, and boosts our resilience during difficult times. Plus, it fends off a permanent and unsightly frown known as &“resting boss face.&”Top executives are in on the secret: 98 percent prefer employees with a sense of humor, and 84 percent believe that these employees do better work. But even for those who intuitively understand humor&’s power, few know how to wield it with intention. As a result, humor is vastly underleveraged in most workplaces today, impacting our performance, relationships, and health.That&’s why Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas teach the popular course Humor: Serious Business at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where they help some of the world&’s most hard-driving, blazer-wearing business minds build levity into their organizations and lives. In Humor, Seriously, they draw on findings by behavioral scientists, world-class comedians, and inspiring business leaders to reveal how humor works and—more important—how you can use more of it, better.Aaker and Bagdonas unpack the theory and application of humor: what makes something funny and how to mine your life for material. They show how to use humor to make a strong first impression, deliver difficult feedback, persuade and motivate others, and foster cultures where levity and creativity can thrive—not to mention, how to keep it appropriate and recover if you cross a line.President Dwight David Eisenhower once said, &“A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done.&” If Dwight David Eisenhower, the second least naturally funny president ever (after Franklin Pierce), thought humor was necessary to win wars, build highways, and warn against the military-industrial complex, then you might consider learning it too.Seriously.
You Say More Than You Think: Use the New Body Language to Get What You Want!, The 7-Day Plan
by Mariska Van Aalst Janine DriverNow You're Talking!Do you want to be bulletproof at work, secure in your relationship, and content in your own skin? If so, it's more important than ever to be aware of what your body is saying to the outside world. Unfortunately, most of what you've heard from other body language experts is wrong, and, as a result, your actions may be hurting, not helping, you. With sass and a keen eye, media favorite Janine Driver teaches you the skills she used every day to stay alive during her fifteen years as a body-language expert at the ATF. Janine's 7-day plan and her 7-second solutions teach you dozens of body language fixes to turn any interpersonal situation to your advantage. She reveals methods here that other experts refuse to share with the public, and she debunks major myths other experts swear are fact: Giving more eye contact is key when you're trying to impress someone. Not necessarily true. It's actually more important where you point your belly button. This small body shift communicates true interest more powerfully than constant eye contact.The "steeple" hand gesture will give you the upper hand during negotiations and business meetings. Wrong. Driver has seen this overbearing gesture backfire more often than not. Instead, she suggests two new steeples that give you power without making you seem overly aggressive: the Basketball Steeple and the A-OK Two-Fingered Steeple. Happy people command power and attention by smiling just before they meet new people. Studies have shown that people who do this are viewed as Beta Leaders. Alpha leaders smile once they shake your hand and hear your name. At a time when every advantage counts--and first impressions matter more than ever--this is the book to help you really get your message across.From the Hardcover edition.
Welcome to Your Child's Brain: How the Mind Grows from Birth to University
by Sandra Aamodt Sam WangNeuroscientists Aamodt and Wang illuminate how children's brains grow - and how they can be nurtured, scientifically, to reach their full potential. The authors investigate common child-rearing wisdom, exposing bad brain trainingA" products and the ways parents most influence a child's personality. They explain why playing outside improves vision, why teenagers stay up late, and why learning a second language increases empathy. And they share amusing experiments that will let every parent watch a child's grey matter at work. Filled with myth-busting facts and clever advice, this is an indispensable, entertaining guide to your child's brain.
Real Life Erotic Encounters: Sexy Stories told by Lovers
by Adele AaronThe purchase of this eBook includes an offer for a FREE INTIMACY GUIDE DVD from our series. Romantic, addictive, and freeing, these tales of sexual encounters will add sparks to your love life that will last forever. The sexually adventurous couples in these erotic stories are open-minded and non-judgmental about trying new things and finding new ways to please each other. Told by both men and women, these lovers discover what they want and how to get it. They will stimulate your imagination and create new dimensions in your relationship.
Sopa de Pollo para el Alma de los Padres
by Raymond Aaron Kimberly Kirberger Mark Victor Hansen Jack CanfieldWith contributions from celebrity and 'ordinary' parents alike, each story speaks to the range of emotions and experiences of all types of parents. By sharing the personal experiences of others, this book will offer inspiration and advice to parents going through a difficult time; provide reassurance to those who worry that they're not living up to the Supermom or Superdad ideal; and share a wealth of experiences that show why being a parent is such a worthwhile and rewarding vocation. This book is a must-read for any parent or parent-to-be
7 Rules of Achievement: From Vision to Action . . . The Complete Guide To Programming Your Internal Success Mechanism
by Raymond Aaron Tom Terwilliger“Tell me your goal and I will tell you WHY you are likely NOT to achieve it! The way in which you have pursued goals in the past has very likely created the exact opposite blueprint of the one needed to achieve what you want. Those negative blueprints may be exactly what are keeping you from living your dreams.” --Tom Terwilliger, 7 RULES of Achievement. This life changing book will help you finally create the new and empowering architecture needed to achieve whatever you want in your life… including abundant wealth, a joyful and fulfilling relationship, a sexy, strong and healthy body and your ability to lead and inspire. Even before completing the 7 RULES of Achievement you will immediately begin to feel unstuck and compelled to start moving towards even your most ambitious dreams.
AARP's 5 Secrets to Brain Health
by AarpWorried about memory loss? You're not alone. But many experts now believe you can prevent or at least delay that decline--even if you have a genetic predisposition to dementia. AARP's 5 Secrets to Brain Health offers the prescription:Eating smartBeing fitWorking your mindSocializingStressing lessIn this book, you'll find quick tips, research findings, resources, and expert advice to help you stay sharp. And the best news? It's not hard to do or time consuming. And it's not too late to begin.ABOUT THE AUTHORAARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment security and retirement planning. We advocate for consumers in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services.A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world's largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP VIVA, a bilingual news source. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates.AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
AARP's Drive Smart
by AarpDriving isn't what it used to be. Today you're facing new rules of the road, distracted drivers, and updated technologies--entertainment and GPS navigation systems, ringing cell phones and beeping texts--that demand you take your eyes from the road, despite the hazards.That's why AARP Driver Safety--the program that offers the nation's first and largest driver improvement course for drivers age 50 and older--offers Drive Smart: How to Stay Safe--and Save Money.This e-book provides expert advice on today's traffic rules, driving conditions, vehicle technologies, and the dangers presented by other drivers. You'll find--More than 125 tips to refresh your knowledge of the rules of the roadRecommendations to help you save money on auto insurance, fuel, and other driving-related expensesStrategies to help you avoid distractions, drive safely in inclement weather and recognize when it may be time for a loved one to stop drivingDrive Smart: How to Stay Safe--and Save Money provides valuable information to help you keep safe behind the wheel. And if you suspect your loved ones' driving skills could use a tune-up, then pass this e-book to them, too. ABOUT THE AUTHORAARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment security and retirement planning. We advocate for consumers in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services.A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world's largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www. aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP VIVA, a bilingual news source. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates.AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Declutter Challenge: A Guided Journal for Getting your Home Organized in 30 Quick Steps
by Cassandra AarssenClear a path to the life you want with this bestselling motivational journal by the professional organizer and host of HGTV’s Hot Mess House!Even for the most organized among us, messes find their way into our homes and lives—and sometimes we can’t seem to find the strength or time to tackle them. That’s where this motivational guided journal by decluttering guru Cassandra Aarssen comes in.Cas climbed out of years of cluttered living and transformed her home and her life through organization. In this self-help journal, she guides you through favorite tips and tricks that she used to declutter her home and find her way to a more organized and peaceful life.With pages and pages of decluttering and organizational tools, including supporting prompts and writing exercises, this interactive journal is designed to help you declutter your home and life through mindfulness and self-motivation. Learn how to navigate the chaos of clutter by taking the time to understand yourself and the underlying meaning behind your clutter. Filled with inspiration and open-ended questions, The Declutter Challenge helps you work through both the emotional and the physical clutter in your life. Explore your thoughts and feelings about your belongings—and discover the knowledge and strength to let go of excess.
Living Well with Tinnitus: A self-help guide using cognitive behavioural therapy (Living Well #1)
by Hashir Aazh Brian C.J. Moore'With real life examples to guide the reader and proven cognitive behavioural techniques, this will help people to overcome the distress associated with tinnitus and live a meaningful life'Dr Rory Allott, Greater Manchester NHS Foundation TrustWorldwide, about one billion people experience tinnitus at some point in their life. It is a life-changing experience for many of them. Learning effective management strategies in a timely fashion is the key to dealing with this difficult condition.This book combines cutting-edge knowledge of auditory science and theoretical frameworks in modern psychology with insight and real-life, human examples from clinical practice. Packed with metaphors and practical tips, the authors aid understanding of complex concepts by introducing an accessible and entertaining cast of characters from history and fiction, from Beauty and the Beast to Moby Dick, from Dante to Muhammad Ali, and from Sigmund Freud to Rumi.By following the advice in this book, you will:· Gain a realistic picture of what the recovery from tinnitus-related distress looks like· Learn how to go beyond the difficulties and annoyance caused by tinnitus and pay attention to the meanings behind those experiences· Develop skills that are proven to help on your journey.Everything that you need to know about living well with tinnitus is presented in ten steps!Living Well self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical.Series Editors: Professor Kate Harvey and Emeritus Professor Peter Cooper
Living Well with Tinnitus: A self-help guide using cognitive behavioural therapy (Living Well #1)
by Hashir Aazh Brian C.J. Moore'With real life examples to guide the reader and proven cognitive behavioural techniques, this will help people to overcome the distress associated with tinnitus and live a meaningful life'Dr Rory Allott, Greater Manchester NHS Foundation TrustWorldwide, about one billion people experience tinnitus at some point in their life. It is a life-changing experience for many of them. Learning effective management strategies in a timely fashion is the key to dealing with this difficult condition.This book combines cutting-edge knowledge of auditory science and theoretical frameworks in modern psychology with insight and real-life, human examples from clinical practice. Packed with metaphors and practical tips, the authors aid understanding of complex concepts by introducing an accessible and entertaining cast of characters from history and fiction, from Beauty and the Beast to Moby Dick, from Dante to Muhammad Ali, and from Sigmund Freud to Rumi.By following the advice in this book, you will:· Gain a realistic picture of what the recovery from tinnitus-related distress looks like· Learn how to go beyond the difficulties and annoyance caused by tinnitus and pay attention to the meanings behind those experiences· Develop skills that are proven to help on your journey.Everything that you need to know about living well with tinnitus is presented in ten steps!Living Well self-help guides use clinically proven techniques to treat long-standing and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical.Series Editors: Professor Kate Harvey and Emeritus Professor Peter Cooper
De felicidad también se vive: La felicidad posible. Desafíos y compromisos. Cómo encontrarla a través del replanteo de metas y logros
by José Eduardo AbadiAbadi nos acerca formulaciones sobre la felicidad de pensadores significativos en la historia del conocimiento y piensa la felicidad como una meta posible y alcanzable para todo aquel que esté dispuesto a hacerse cargo de sí mismo. ¿De qué se trata la felicidad? ¿Existe? ¿Llega de un modo azaroso, o es posterior a una búsqueda y a un trabajo acorde? ¿Existe una felicidad posible para todos los seres humanos? José Eduardo Abadi, reconocido médico psicoanalista, asume el desafío de repensar el concepto de felicidad despojándose por completo de fórmulas simplificadoras. Abadi propone el "ser feliz" como la combinación armónica entre lo que se siente, lo que se piensa y lo que se hace. Si nos planteamos metas alcanzables, renunciamos al goce del sufrimiento y relegamos las fantasías que nos llevan a callejones sin salida, la felicidad es posible. Y no se trata, por ello, de una felicidad mediocre, sino de un intento de coherencia interior entre nuestros anhelos y la realidad. Estamos pensando la felicidad humana, ligada a nuestra condición de sujetos mortales, incompletos y en conflicto. Si esto queda anulado, se juegan engañosamente objetivos inalcanzables. Por otro lado, no podemos pensar la felicidad como un concepto aislado. Es importante articular lo individual con la relación con el otro, con la sexualidad, la pareja, la imaginación, la amistad y la sorpresa. Abadi nos acerca formulaciones sobre la felicidad que han realizado pensadores significativos en la historia del conocimiento. Veremos allí los puntos de coincidencia y disenso entre ellos y, sobre todo, qué lugar ocupan muchas de esas formulaciones en nuestro presente. El libro reabre un diálogo preexistente pero a veces dejado de lado en la sociedad: el camino hacia la búsqueda de la felicidad. Se trata de un libro necesario, inteligente y riguroso, como solo un pensador de la talla de José Eduardo Abadi podría escribir.
100% Naty: Manual de estilo de Naty Abascal con Vicente Gallart
by Naty Abascal Vicente GallartNaty Abascal nos descubre sus secretos para poder vestir con personalidad propia y no morir en el intento. La estilista e icono de la moda a nivel mundial Naty Abascal ha decidido compartir, por primera vez, todos sus conocimientos para proponerte un fascinante viaje por el armario de la mujer actual. A través de él, conocerás cuestiones tan prácticas como qué piezas básicas son imprescindibles y cuáles te sobran, qué accesorios son los más idóneos para el día y cuáles son los que realmente triunfan de noche, cómo es conveniente vestirse a la hora de trabajar o qué debe contener una maleta de viaje perfecta. Este manual también pone los puntos sobre las íes respecto a temas más delicados como la necesaria renovación constante o los errores de estilo más habituales. Junto al periodista de moda Vicente Gallart, Naty Abascal te invita a descubrir los secretos de una moda que lucha contra el aburrimiento sin caer en el ridículo, de una moda que rompe protocolos sin perder un ápice de elegancia, de una moda que te ayude a renovarte tanto por fuera como por dentro.
Best Laid Plans: On finding magic in life's most challenging moments
by Georgie Abay'I couldn't put this down.' - Lauren Sams'Georgie writes about the moments in life when we say, 'It wasn't supposed to be like this' - and then tells us why we must carry on.' - Ella Ward, author'An amazing look at modern life and how to thrive within it.' - Jacqui Lewis, The Broad PlaceFrom journalist, author and podcaster Georgie Abay, Best Laid Plans is an honest and frank look at how life often plays out like trying to walk in a straight line after ten margaritas.Prior to founding her own media company (The Grace Tales, a lifestyle platform for mothers) Georgie was the Deputy Editor at Australian Vogue. Over two decades as a journalist, Georgie interviewed hundreds of people from all over the globe and shared their stories, all while living her own personal version of Plan B. What she learnt through her own experience and those candid discussions is that how we choose to deal with life's unexpected twists and turns is what defines us, and resilience is everything.Featuring myriad stories about life not going according to plan and what comes next, Best Laid Plans explores how to overcome tragedy, embrace failure, and find the joy when life suddenly turns sour. Sharing Georgie's personal stories and those of many others, these are warm, empathetic and wise chapters on love, grief, career, motherhood and more, offering insight from well-known personalities such as Australian of the Year Grace Tame, writer Pandora Sykes, entrepreneur Jodie Fox, author Aminata Conteh-Biger and actor Teresa Palmer.
Psychology in the Talmud: Guidelines for Simchah and Personal Growth
by Rabbi Elihu AbbeThis book uncovers important insights from the Jewish tradition and offers tools for success, joy, growth, and inspiration. Timeless ideas are elaborated on from the writings of classical Torah commentaries as well as current leaders in the fields of psychology and personal growth. Short summaries enable readers to more easily implement these crucial concepts into their lives.
Stop Making Excuses and Start Living With Energy
by Alyssa AbbeyWant to energise your life? Need a bit more get up and go? Fed up with the Friday night collaspse or the 4 o'clock wobbles? Never have the energy to seize the day? We all have the potential for boundless energy and Alyssa Abbey is here to show us how to unleash it. Kiss goodbye to the exhausted evenings flopped on the sofa and say hello to life, love and happiness. Learn how to banish those excuses and increase your physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual energy. Stop Making Excuses and Start Living With Energy is packed with worksheets, questionnaires and top tips to help you compile a practical and realistic plan for vitality and happiness. At last, simple answers to making busy people feel better!
The Conscious Caregiver: A Mindful Approach to Caring for Your Loved One Without Losing Yourself
by Linda AbbitLinda Abbit, founder of Tender Loving Eldercare and a veteran of the caregiving industry, shares her advice on taking care of an older parent or loved one and how to handle everything that goes along with this dramatic life change.Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. It requires patience, tenderness, selflessness, and hard work. Providing care for someone, whether it’s a parent, a loved one, or as a professional requires a high level of self-love and self-care. But while it may be a rewarding experience to care for a loved one, the emotional and physical stress of caregiving can lead to burnout and exhaustion—causing caregivers to put themselves and their own well-being in the background. How can you fulfill your role as a caregiver without losing yourself? Conscious Caregiver teaches you how to navigate caring for your loved one, whether it’s full-time in-house caregiving or hiring support from outside services. With information on how to talk to your loved ones about the situation, handle the emotional stress, stay financially secure, and take the time to care for yourself, this guide can help you care for your loved one and yourself at the same time.
The Five Hurdles to Happiness: And the Mindful Path to Overcoming Them
by Mitch AbblettA practical approach to becoming aware of the "five hindrances"--the negative qualities that inhibit living the awakened life--and to breaking free of them in order to live more mindfully, effectively, compassionately.Five obstacles stand in between you and true happiness. What are they and how can you overcome them? Buddhist traditions teach that there are five negative qualities, or hindrances, that inhibit people from living an awakened life. Here, Mitch Abblett gives this teaching a modern, secular interpretation and helps you identify the hurdles that are blocking your contentment—desire, hostility, sluggishness, worry, and doubt—and how you can take your first steps to overcoming them. Combining traditional wisdom with contemporary psychology and using examples from his psychotherapy practice, Abblett uses the hurdles as a frame for engaging you in a process of contemplating your own life and learning to lean into your experience rather than merely repeating bad habits. By doing this, you can break free from the hurdles and live more mindfully, effectively, and compassionately.
Prizeworthy: How to Meaningfully Connect, Build Character, and Unlock the Potential of Every Child
by Mitch AbblettLearn how skillfully prizing kids (rather than mindlessly praising) can be a game changer in your relationship as a parent, teacher, or helper.Our culture is addicted to "good job!"--our all-purpose, feel-good, non-specific, or high-bar-setting verbal praise--especially when we talk to our kids. However, research shows that generic praise is insufficient and sometimes even backfires in nudging them toward their potential or helping kids navigate challenging moments. Praise can put too much emphasis on controlling results, and kids can experience it as pressure and learn to fear failing in adults&’ eyes. By contrast, prizing is a game-changing mindset and set of specific skills that can help kids convert moments of emotional pain or stuckness into opportunities and possibilities for healthy change and growth. Prizing brings kids and adults together into a shared space in the present moment where conflict can dissolve, connection can thrive, and needed changes arise.In Prizeworthy, clinical psychologist Mitch Abblett introduces us to the skills of prizing and shows us what it looks like and how to do it in real-life situations. For example, techniques like "SNAPPing Out of Delusions of Outcome Control with Your Children" or "Light-Touch Goal-Setting with Your Kids" add an important layer of validation, compassionate presence, and skillful action to your relationships. Abblett also shares stories of how prizing has made a real difference in the lives of young people, parents, and professionals. He offers a host of scientifically-sound mindfulness and positive psychology-based practices for cultivating prizing at home, and in educational and therapeutic settings.
How to Make It: 25 Makers Share the Secrets to Building a Creative Business
by Erin Austen AbbottThis is the ultimate tell-all, show-all guide to making a living by making things. Featuring 25 profiles of illustrators, jewelry designers, ceramicists, painters, clothing designers, and printmakers, How to Make It provides a behind-the-scenes look at the daily rituals and best practices that keep these creative entrepreneurs on track. With Q & As, insider tips, and DIYs from each maker, these pages offer guidance and encouragement to artists just starting their careers and to professionals looking to take their creative business to the next level. Brimming with practical advice and inspiration, this book is a perfect gift for anyone interested in making it as a maker.
Retirement by Design: A Guided Workbook for Creating a Happy and Purposeful Future
by Ida AbbottFind out how harnessing the powerful business principles of design thinking can make retirement your best chapter in life.There is no one right time or way to retire. Retirement is a major life transition; but if you spend the time designing a future filled with promise and possibilities, the prospect can be utterly exciting and revitalizing. In Retirement by Design, professional mentor and coach Ida Abbott shows you how the innovative business principles behind design thinking can be applied to plan a rich, fulfilling, and more meaningful retirement. Her guided workbook uses a business-like approach to leaving business, making your switch much smoother and less jolting. Whether you&’re considering a new place to settle down, working through financial planning, strategizing how to unwind a business, or deciding on which organizations you want to stay engaged with, making critical decisions takes a lot of organization, thought, and planning. Abbott shows how the five principles of design thinking will revolutionize your retirement-planning process: Empathy: Get inside the shoes of your future self. What will be important to that version of you? Define: Hone in on what is and will be most critical for you to focus on (whether it&’s volunteering, family, activities, or skills). Ideate: Draw, scribble, brainstorm, and throw around as many different retirement scenarios as you can come up with. Prototype: If retiring across the country in Arizona sounds perfect—try it out first. Come up with opportunities to test out your scenarios with short trips and trial time off. Test: This is the fun part—get back to the drawing board and try more retirement scenarios (and future versions of yourself) before sitting down to make those life-changing decisions. The new and innovative, self-coaching approach of Retirement by Design helps you spearhead and navigate a major next step in life. Whether your retirement is 10 years away or swiftly approaching, this workbook ensures you will create a future that is perfectly tailored to you.