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The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Feng Shui
by Stephanie RobertsHow to maximize chi—inside and outside the home. This illustrated guide to the ancient Chinese art strips feng shui down to the basics, focusing solely on those aspects that deal with the interior and exterior of one&’s home. Author Stephanie Roberts shows readers how to evaluate and change aspects of their space to maximize the flow of positive energy, and how to arrange each room to achieve better balance in their lives and increase their prospects for health, wealth, and good relationships. The Pocket Idiot&’s Guide® to Feng Shui will show you exactly how to analyze your living area—room by room—and arrange it to benefit not only your mind and body, but also your spirit. In this Pocket Idiot&’s Guide®, you get: • The basic philosophy of feng shui, including ba gua energy map, the eight areas of influence, and the five transformation. • Tips on how to channel good chi in every room of your home. • Practical advice on eliminating the negative influence clutters into your home and your life. • An understanding of the positive relationship between housework and feng shui.
The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Potions: Enchanting Recipes for Dozens of Magical Brews
by Kerri ConnorMake your own magic. You&’re no idiot, of course. You&’re a big believer in the power of potions to help your wishes come true. But when you try to brew your own special concoctions, you&’re missing that magic touch. Don&’t get all mixed up! Pick up The Pocket Idiot&’s Guide® to Potions for a potent blend of advice and recipes. In this Pocket Idiot&’s Guide®, you get: • Easy ways to harness your magical energy—and use it to improve your life. • An otherworldly overview of the properties of different plants and herbs. • Practical techniques for making your own oils, lotions, teas, and tinctures. • Tantalizing tips on using cauldrons, censers, vials, and other tools of the trade.
The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Spanish For Health Care Professionals
by K.D. Sullivan Prof. Richard P. CastilloFor health workers serving a growing community. Today, when one in four babies born in the US is Hispanic, it is essential that every hospital administrator, nurse, EMT, and doctor have a working knowledge of Spanish. Chapters include vocabulary, phrases, and pronunciation for everything from insurance forms to mental health to prenatal care, with additional sections on dentistry and optometry. • Essential reference for doctors, nurses, EMTs, nursing home staff, home caregivers, volunteers, hospice nurses, and administrators. • Perfect size for a lab coat pocket. • Author is an experienced linguist with experience in teaching health care–related Spanish courses.
The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Superfoods: Discover the Extraordinary Benefits of Special Foods
by Heidi McIndooMove over, fad diets! With the fading novelty—and declining popularity—of such fad diets as South Beach and Atkins, many people are turning to sensible, moderate eating habits. Along with this trend is an interest in superfoods, those foods that not only nourish the body, but also help fight disease. This pocket guide covers 30 disease-fighting, healthful superfoods and provides simple explanations of how they work. - Includes coverage of 30 superfoods—more than other book.
The Pocket Meister Eckhart (Shambhala Pocket Library)
by Dave O'NealAn introduction to the writing and preaching of the greatest medieval European mystic.Meister Eckhart (1260–1327), a German Dominican whose preaching was immensely popular in his own time, was one of the greatest medieval European mystics, and his writings helped build the foundation of the Western mystical tradition. This important introduction to his writing and preaching contains rich selections from his sermons, treatises, and sayings, as well as Table Talk, the records of his informal advice to his spiritual children. This book was previously published under the title Meister Eckhart, from Whom God Hid Nothing: Sermons, Writings, and Sayings.The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.
Pocket Nature: Delight in the Splendor of Wild Blooms
by Andrea DebbinkFind peace and stillness among the flowers with this lovely pocket guide to observing, identifying, and appreciating wild blooms.Explore the charmed world of flora with this delightful flower book, part of the Pocket Nature series. Learn when and where to look for wildflowers, how to identify different varieties, and what flowers can teach us, from fireweed's resilience to dandelion's adaptability.This petite guidebook also offers creative ideas for appreciating blooms, such as making botanical art, writing poetry, meditating in nature, and arranging a beautiful bouquet when picking is appropriate. Flower and nature lovers and mindfulness practitioners will appreciate the appealing illustrations and thoughtful reflections throughout.Take Flower Finding on your next nature walk or create a thoughtful gift for a friend or loved one by pairing it with new garden clippers or a vase of pretty blooms.EASY WAY TO SPEND MORE TIME OUTSIDE: More and more people are turning to the outdoors to escape and unwind. Searching for wildflowers is an enjoyable pastime that gets you outside, moves your body, and calms your mind. With mindful activities sprinkled throughout, Flower Finding is more than a flower identification guide; it is also an invitation to spend more time in nature and away from screens and tech.GREAT GIFT BOOK: Petite, gorgeously illustrated, and written in an inviting tone, this approachable guide makes a great gift or self-purchase for nature and flower lovers. And who doesn't love flowers? Package the book with hiking boots, garden clippers, a beautiful vase, or other books in the Pocket Nature series for a delightful anytime gift.PERENNIAL & COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial—flowers, beaches, clouds, and sunsets will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on your bookshelf.Perfect for: Flower lovers and home gardenersNature enthusiasts, walkers, and hikersConservationists and environmentalistsMindfulness practitioners, meditators, and anyone seeking simple practices for stress managementAnyone looking for a birthday, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, holiday, or just-because gift for nature-loving family and friendsCollectors of the Pocket Nature books
Pocket Nature: Forage for Fungi and Connect with the Earth
by Emily Han Gregory HanDiscover the quiet joy of mushroom hunting with this delightful field guide to identifying mushrooms and reconnecting with the natural world.For the mycologically curious, this take-anywhere handbook is the perfect thing to toss in a backpack and bring on a mushroom hunt. Learn how to identify fifteen common types of mushrooms and forage safely—not necessarily for consumption but rather as a practice in curiosity, mindfulness, and peaceful observation.Mindful reflections and shroom-inspired rituals, such as brewing reishi hot cocoa, invite you to reconnect with the earth and consider what we can learn from these incredible specimens. Filled with charming illustrations, Mushroom Hunting is your doorway to the mysterious and magical world of these earthy life-forms.MUSHROOMS ARE INCREDIBLE: More closely related to humans than they are to plants, fungi are fascinating organisms. Over a hundred thousand different species have been identified, though as many as five million may exist globally. Learn more in this insightful book! With tips for hunting and detailed profiles of fifteen different types of common shrooms, this mushroom book is a lovely, accessible entry point to the world of mycology.GREAT GIFT BOOK: Petite, gorgeously illustrated, and written in an inviting tone, this approachable guide makes a great gift or self-purchase for mushroom lovers. Package it together with hiking boots, Lion's Mane capsules, mushroom-themed clothing, or other books in the Pocket Nature series, such as Leaf Peeping (a perfect duo for nature walks!).EASY WAY TO SPEND MORE TIME OUTSIDE: More and more people are turning to the outdoors as a place to escape and unwind. Foraging for mushrooms is an enjoyable pastime that not only gets you outside and gets your body moving but also calms your mind. With mindful activities sprinkled throughout, Mushroom Hunting is a mushroom identification book and much more—it is an invitation to spend time in nature, quiet your racing thoughts, and honor our incredible earth.PERENNIAL + COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial—beaches, clouds, sunsets, stars, mushrooms, and leaves will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season and each affordably priced, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on the shelf.Perfect for:Mushroom enthusiasts and amateur mycologistsNature lovers and the nature-curiousAdventurers, campers, and outdoorsy typesMeditators and mindfulness practitioners People who watched Fantastic Fungi and are curious to learn more about shroomsAnyone looking to slow down and enjoy the simple things in life
Pocket Nature: Contemplate the Cosmos to Find Inner Peace
by Swapna KrishnaPart of the Pocket Nature series, this petite volume features helpful tips for stargazing, plus thoughtful meditations related to stars, space, and the universe. In a cool palette with celestial illustrations, Stargazing is a must-have companion for amateur astronomers, space enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and anyone looking to slow down and find time for contemplation.In these pages, learn about features of the night sky, from the Milky Way to moon craters to the planets in our solar system; read a brief history of stargazing in cultures around the world; and discover seventeen notable constellations to observe in the northern hemisphere throughout the year. With ruminative meditations on the universe, moonlight, stardust, and more, this pocket-size guide to the cosmos has everything you need to better understand and appreciate the night sky.THE BROAD APPEAL OF THE NIGHT SKY: No matter where you live, you can look up to the heavens after nightfall and appreciate the beauty of the stars. This insightful book will appeal to people of all ages, whether they're interested in practicing mindfulness, learning about astronomy, or admiring the natural wonders of our world (and beyond!).LOVELY GIFT: Stargazing is a thoughtful gift for budding astronomers, space enthusiasts, campers and outdoorsy types, and mindfulness practitioners. Package it with a telescope, NASA socks, or other books in the Pocket Nature series, such as Cloud Spotting and Sunset Seeking (a sky-themed trio!). NATURE AS THERAPY: As a response to our increasingly digital world, people are turning to the outdoors as an escape and a place to unwind. Observing a starry night sky provides a quiet moment after a long day to set aside tasks and to-dos and instead contemplate the vastness of our universe. This book makes it easy to stargaze—and learn something new in the process!PERENNIAL + COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial—sunsets, beaches, clouds, mushrooms, stars, and leaves will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, each affordably priced, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on the shelf.Perfect for:Amateur astronomersPeople interested in stars and spaceReaders of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, 50 Things to See in the Night Sky, and Earth + Space Nature lovers, adventurers, campers, and outdoorsy typesMeditators and mindfulness practitionersAnyone looking to slow down, get outside, and enjoy the simple things in life
Pocket Nature: Explore the Marvelous World of Honeybees (Pocket Nature)
by Ariel SilvaStep into the remarkable world of the honeybee in this illuminating and delightfully illustrated pocket guide.For budding apiarists, this introductory book offers fascinating information about honeybees and everything you need to know to begin your own beekeeping journey. For example, did you know that from birth, female bees are promoted through roles such as nurse, baker, and guardian of the hive? Or that male bees’ primary purpose is simply to mate with a queen, but only 0.1% of them ever will?In these pages, you’ll discover the inner workings of the beehive, the properties of honey, the basics of keeping bees, and the joys that come from this meditative hobby, including a thriving garden, environmental stewardship, and a supportive community (not to mention delicious honey!). A whole world awaits—and it’s just outside your door.FOR BEEKEEPERS AND BEE ENTHUSIASTS: This petite and brightly colored book will appeal to anyone interested in bees and beekeeping, whether they’re just starting their journey or well on their way. Don’t let the size fool you—this compact bee book is packed with insightful information and helpful tips for novices and experts alike.WHY BEES MATTER: We need bees. According to Greenpeace, bees are responsible for one in every three bites of food humans consume. Without them, Earth, and our daily existence, wouldn’t be the same. The active Save the Bees movement that has erupted in recent years shows that people are adamant about bee justice and committed to spreading awareness and knowledge about bees. This pocket guide is a practical and inspiring addition to the cause.HIGHLY GIFTABLE NATURE BOOK: Filled with appealing illustrations, calming meditations, and tidbits about honeybees that will make your jaw drop, this is a lovely gift for bee lovers, nature enthusiasts, and others who want to learn more about these incredible specimens. Pair with jars of honey or other books in the Pocket Nature series to delight a friend, colleague, parent, or sibling—anyone who loves learning about our amazing natural world.Perfect for:Bee enthusiasts, apiarists, and beginner beekeepersNature lovers and hikersMindfulness practitionersFollowers of @bowserbee on TikTokBirthday, anniversary, housewarming, or seasonal gift for nature lovers
Pocket Nature Series: Discover the Seasonal Wonder of Fall Foliage
by Erin RileyA charming guide to the mindful practice of observing and appreciating the magnificent colors of autumn foliage.Reconnect with nature through the quiet practice of leaf-peeping. Every autumn, we're graced with a breathtaking spectacle as the leaves turn from green to amber and gold. But how often do we stop to appreciate it?In this charming book, discover the fascinating science of leaf-turning, practical tips on where to find foliage, musings on what we can learn from the perennial, cyclical nature of leaves, as well as grounding rituals that encourage mindful observation of this stunning natural phenomenon. Line drawings and a textured case add a lovely visual and tactile component, and the petite trim size makes this perfect for taking on an adventure. At once meditative and insightful, LEAF PEEPING reminds us of the value of slowing down and paying attention to the many wonders that surround us.NATURE AS THERAPY: The activities are easy and accessible to everyone who enjoys spending time outside. LEAF PEEPING will appeal to anyone who is looking for simple ways to practice mindfulness.UNIQUE CONTENT: The hyper-specific topics in this series stand apart from other general nature books in this category, offering clear gifting moments and recipients. LEAF PEEPING is the first of its kind: Not only does it provide tips on where to find fall foliage, but it also provides fascinating tidbits about the science of leaf-turning and the culture of leaf-peeping, as well as mindful practices inspired by the cyclical nature of leaves.MAKES A LOVELY GIFT: The POCKET NATURE series makes a thoughtful gift for a wide range of folks for nearly any occasion, gifted alongside outdoor gear or tucked in a holiday stocking.Perfect for:Nature loversFans of autumnEast Coasters and those visiting the East Coast to leaf-peepMindfulness practitionersMeditatorsPeople looking to slow down and disconnectPeople who purchased MINDFULNESS CARDS or NATURE MEDITATIONS
Pocket Nature Series: Observe the Clouds to Quiet Your Mind (Pocket Nature Ser.)
by Casey SchreinerA take-anywhere guide to the mindful practice of cloud watching.Press pause, step outside, and look up. There is so much to gain by simply watching the clouds go by. This pocket guide invites you to tap into the calming power of nature through the contemplative practice of cloud spotting.Discover different types of clouds, unique sky phenomena, and the many benefits that come from slowing down long enough to notice them. Perfect for nature-lovers and outdoorsy types, the petite size makes this book easy to toss in a backpack and take on an adventure. New and experienced meditators alike will appreciate the simple approach to mindfulness. Filled with remarkable tidbits and soothing practices, CLOUD SPOTTING reminds us that the wonders of nature abound if we just take the time to look.NATURE AS THERAPY: The activities are easy and accessible to everyone who enjoys spending time outside. CLOUD SPOTTING is as applicable for avid adventurers as it is for people trying to spend more time outside, and for experienced meditators as well as those new to the practice.UNIQUE CONTENT: The hyper-specific topics in this series stand apart from other general nature books in this category, offering clear gifting moments and recipients.MAKES A LOVELY GIFT: The POCKET NATURE series makes a thoughtful gift for a wide range of folks for nearly any occasion, gifted alongside outdoor gear or tucked in a holiday stocking.Perfect for:Cloud appreciators, including those who subscribe to the Cloud-a-Day newsletter or are members of the Cloud Appreciation SocietyNature loversMindfulness practitionersMeditators and those looking for an easy way to start a meditation practicePeople looking to slow down and disconnect, and/or spend more time outsidePeople who purchased MINDFULNESS CARDS, NATURE MEDITATIONS, A CLOUD A DAY
Pocket Nature Series: Find Inspiration in the Beauty of the Sun's Cycle
by Hannah SeoSunsets serve as daily reminders that breathtaking beauty exists in this world—we just have to notice it. With Sunset Seeking, you will learn what makes sunsets colorful and the atmospheric factors that influence them; discover folklore about the sun and its power from different places and times; and consider how the sun's cycle affects our well-being. With a deeper understanding of sunsets comes a deeper appreciation—let this pocket guide illuminate the wonders of this daily phenomenon.
Pocket Nature Series: Cultivate Mindful Moments by the Shore
by Sadie SmallTransform your beach walk into a practice in mindfulness.In a take-anywhere package, this darling pocket guide is the perfect companion for your next beachcombing adventure. Discover surprising facts about shoreline treasures—including abalone, sand dollars, sea stars, and wrack—as well as simple ways to center yourself in a place of stillness. With calming meditations that connect you to the sounds, smells, and textures of the coast, Beachcombing makes it easy to enjoy quiet, contemplative moments by the water. Coastal dwellers, ocean-lovers, environmentalists, and mindfulness practitioners will adore this delightful book, which makes a lovely gift alongside binoculars, a beach towel, or a sun hat.BROAD APPEAL: Beachcombing is an enjoyable, accessible pastime that not only gets your body moving but also calms your mind. This charming book will appeal to people of all ages and genders, whether they're interested in practicing mindfulness or spending more time outside—or they simply love the beach.THOUGHTFUL GIFT: Perfect for nearly any occasion, Beachcombing is a thoughtful gift for ocean lovers and coastal dwellers. Buy Beachcombing on its own, gift it with a beach towel or a pair of sandals, or package it with other books in the Pocket Nature series, such as Cloud Spotting and Sunset Seeking (a summer-themed trio!). NATURE AS THERAPY: As a response to our increasingly digital world, people are turning to the outdoors as an escape, as a place to bond, and as an alternative to vacations or extended travel. The shore, with its soothing sounds and stunning views, is particularly alluring. Beachcombing, like the other books in the Pocket Nature series, will resonate with a wide audience of people who are eager for simple ways to practice mindfulness, disconnect from tech, and get out of the house.PERENNIAL & COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial—beaches, clouds, sunsets, and leaves will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on your bookshelf.Perfect for:Beach and ocean loversPeople who live by the shore or own a coastal vacation homeMindfulness practitioners, meditators, and anyone seeking simple practices for stress managementShoppers looking for a charming housewarming or hostess gift for a beach houseAnyone looking for a birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, holiday, or just-because gift for nature-loving family and friendsReaders of Thich Nhat Hanh's How to Relax, Anne Morrow Lindbergh's Gift from the Sea, and The Beachcomber's Companion: An Illustrated Guide to Collecting and Identifying Beach Treasures
The Pocket Oracle and Art of Prudence
by Baltasar GraciánWritten over 350 years ago, The Pocket Oracle and the Art of Prudence is a charming collection of 300 witty and thought-provoking aphorisms. From the art of being lucky to the healthy use of caution, these elegant maxims were created as a guide to life, with further suggestions given on cultivating good taste, knowing how to refuse, the foolishness of complaining and the wisdom of controlling one's passions. Baltasar Gracian intended that these ingenious aphorisms would encourage each reader to challenge themselves both in understanding and applying each axiom.
Pocket Paleo
by Catherine ProctorOriginating from the Paleolithic period (2.5 million years ago) the paleo diet practices simple, clean eating free of additives, preservatives, and chemicals. Think fresh vegetables, fruit, nuts and lean meat... anything that our prehistoric kin could have hunted or gathered. The paleo diet health benefits include increased energy and satiety (feeling full) due to the higher intake of protein and fats; antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits with increased consumption of fruit and vegetables; and weight loss due to the elimination of processed foods. Pocket Paleo is a complete guide to the philosophy behind the paleo diet and is aimed to help you make better food choices that can be implanted for the long term. Pocket Paleo outlines what foods you can eat, what is off limits and some clever food substitutes. Mealtimes are sorted with over 50 recipes for breakfast, snacks, savoury and sweet dishes, all with the paleo tick of approval. Following a paleo diet is easy with the help of Pocket Paleo, the pocket guide you can take with you when shopping and eating out.
Pocket Paleo: Breakfast
by Nell StephensonWhen it comes to eating paleo, trainer, nutritional consultant and author of Paleoista Nell Stephenson knows that breakfast is one of the most challenging meals. It's the most important meal of the day, but why do so many of us have it all wrong? Skipping breakfast to save calories or because we don't have enough time does nothing other than increase our chances of making poor meal choices. And when trying to eat paleo, it can be struggle to move away from old standards like cereal or oatmeal and still eat something easy to prepare but filling and healthy.So what does a good paleo breakfast consist of? The same thing any other meal does-vegetables, protein and fat, like soft-boiled eggs over spinach with some avocado and a side of berries, or even a five-minute well-balanced smoothie. By starting the morning off the right way, you'll set yourself up for sustained energy and focus day after day.POCKET PALEO: BREAKFAST includes- 50 recipes, like sun-dried tomato and basil Sonoma omelets, bacon and melon roll ups, breakfast Carpaccio and Mexican fajitas- Building paleo breakfast basics- Tips for adventurous eating, kid-friendly modifications, eating on-the-run and more
Pocket Paleo: Snacks
by Nell StephensonWhen it comes to eating Paleo, trainer, nutritional consultant and author of Paleoista Nell Stephenson knows that snacks can be especially challenging. But a snack and a meal should contain the same ingredients: fresh, real food and nothing else!Start with a base of veggies, followed by some lean protein and finish off with some healthy fat and fruit, and you'll have your perfect paleo (tem)plate. Whether you're having a snack at home, work or school, following this schematic will ensure all your meals have the ideal paleo balance of protein, carbohydrate and fat.Keeping on top of what you're eating as a snack between the other meals in a day can truly be the deal-maker in staying on track with your paleo regime, and maintaining an even keel in your blood sugar is key to keeping your fat-blasting metabolism on high.POCKET PALEO: SNACKS includes- 50 recipes, like homemade beef, turkey and salmon jerkies, savory smoothies, tuna Nicoise, Tex-Mex fish tacos, turkey and kale cobb and more- Building paleo snack basics- Quick and easy, in the office, kid-friendly, on-the-go, seasonal and holiday-inspired paleo snack recipes and more
Pocket Paleo: Before and After Workout Recipes
by Nell StephensonWhen it comes to eating paleo, trainer, nutritional consultant and author of Paleoista Nell Stephenson knows that pre- and postworkout foods are some of the most challenging meals.What you eat when you're training for a triathlon is far different from what you eat if you're about to do a Crossfit workout, and both vary still from your snacks if you're just going for a quick jog. Add to that your exercise goals, body weight and what time of day you're working out, and you've got a lot to take into account!From high-intensity training to mid-level exercise to low-key workouts, this indispensable book has the right paleo recipes for your regime, goals and body type.POCKET PALEO: BEFORE AND AFTER WORKOUT RECIPES includes- 50 recipes, like blue Hawaiian sweet potato and Maui onion hash, two-step banana and egg pancakes, chilled coconut breve latte, savory yam and apple Napoleons and more- Fueling for volume training and racing, strength sessions and lighter workouts- Quick and easy recipes- Workout treats
Pocket Peace: Effective Practices for Enlightened Living
by Allan LokosAn elegantly packaged "pocket-size" guide to weathering life's storms "As founder and guilding teacher of the Community Meditation Center in New York, Allan Lokos has an arsenal of tools for coping with stressful situations."—Rachel Lee Harris, New York TimesWe live in a turbulent world in which we are often forced to respond on a dime to challenging or even life-altering situations. To react wisely in difficult moments one needs to be quick on one's feet, but also quick of mind. In Pocket Peace, interfaith minister and Buddhist practitioner Reverend Allan Lokos provides readers with concise yet incisive daily "pocket practices" that will enable them to act in accordance with their truest and best selves.If you want to run a marathon, you must train slowly and purposefully for months. Likewise, if you want to be your best self and learn to confront whatever comes your way with kindness, compassion, and generosity, you need to . . . practice. This elegantly packaged little book is full of wisdom and teachings the reader can literally pull from their pocket each day. A small yet powerful spiritual companion that intertwines personal anecdotes and age-old wisdom with practical guidance, Pocket Peace sets readers on the path to inner peace and lasting happiness.
Pocket Peace
by Allan LokosAn elegantly packaged "pocket-size" guide to weathering life's storms We live in a turbulent world in which we are often forced to respond on a dime to challenging or even life-altering situations. To react wisely in difficult moments one needs to be quick on one's feet, but also quick of mind. In Pocket Peace, interfaith minister and Buddhist practitioner Reverend Allan Lokos provides readers with concise yet incisive daily "pocket practices" that will enable them to act in accordance with their truest and best selves. If you want to run a marathon, you must train slowly and purposefully for months. Likewise, if you want to be your best self and learn to confront whatever comes your way with kindness, compassion, and generosity, you need to . . . practice. This elegantly packaged little book is full of wisdom and teachings the reader can literally pull from their pocket each day. A small yet powerful spiritual companion that intertwines personal anecdotes and age-old wisdom with practical guidance, Pocket Peace sets readers on the path to inner peace and lasting happiness. .
The Pocket Pema Chödrön
by Pema ChodronA collection of short inspirational readings by "one of the world's wisest women"--O, the Oprah Magazine.Pema Chödrön, beloved Buddhist nun and best-selling author, offers this treasury of 108 short selections from her more than four decades of study and writings. Here she presents teachings on breaking free of destructive patterns; developing patience, kindness, and joy amid our everyday struggles; becoming fearless; and unlocking our natural warmth, intelligence, and goodness. Designed for on-the-go inspiration, this is a perfect guide to Buddhist principles and the foundations of meditation and mindfulness.This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series. The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.
El poder curativo de la mente: Técnicas prácticas para gozar de buena salud y aumentar el poder mental
by Rolf AlexanderBased on more than thirty years of research gleaned from Tibetan, Indian, and other cultures, The Healing Power of the Mind provides both spiritual insight and practical advice concerning the true nature of healing, showing how imagination, desire, the power of suggestion, psychic influence and the removal of limitations are valuable tools for maximizing our innate capacity for self-healing.In the spirit of Bernie Siegel's Love, Medicine and Miracles, Dr. Alexander's book explores the body/mind connection and its enormous relevance to health. Originally published as a handbook for Dr. Alexander's patients and later as a popular paperback published by Warner Destiny books, this is a classic which has helped thousands find their way to health.
El poder de desear las cosas
by Keiko«El método de Keiko puede ayudar a la gente a hacer realidad sus sueños».Marie Kondo Descubre cómo convocar la energía del universo. La astróloga más destacada de Japón te revela los secretos de la Luna. La Luna es el único satélite natural de la Tierra, nuestra conexión con el Universo. Keiko nos enseña cómo podemos utilizar las fases de luna llena y luna nueva a nuestro favor y programar nuestros deseos para aprovechar las fortalezas de los doce signos del Zodíaco. Con la lunalogía y utilizando el método del deseo consciente, este libro te ayuda a manejar la energía de las fases de la Luna y las estrellas para tu vida diaria, en tus retos y tus problemas cotidianos. No te limites a esperar que el universo cumpla tus sueños, el método de Keiko te permitirá trazar el camino de tu vida y potenciar positivamente todo lo que emprendas en cualquier terreno: el amor, la felicidad, el éxito laboral... Todos los ámbitos de tu vida pueden mejorar con la ayuda de la Luna. «La astrología no es adivinación, sino la habilidad de leer la energía de las estrellas». Keiko Los lectores han dicho:«¡Mi deseo consciente se hizo realidad exactamente como lo había escrito! Estoy agradecido y abrumado».Mieko «El deseo consciente es un impacto directo del poder de la Luna. ¡¡Realmente supone una diferencia aplicar esta técnica o no!!».Ikuko «No puedo creer la gran diferencia que supuso escribir mi deseo de determinada manera. Recomiendo El poder de desear las cosas a todo el mundo».Miki «Le he pedido deseos a la luna nueva varias veces en el pasado, pero cuando le escribi utilizando el método del deseo consciente, pude sentir cómo la energía brotaba en mí. ¡Es maravilloso!».Mika «Estoy estupefacta por lo fácil que ha sido y, al mismo tiempo, impresionadapor el método del deseo consciente una vez más».Emi
El poder de Mindfulness: Los beneficios de la práctica meditativa y su actual distorsión
by Clara Badino Diego E. Robatto Margarita VanoniEl estrés sostenido en el tiempo se puede transformar en crónico y puede afectar nuestro sistema inmune. La práctica meditativa de Mindfulness es una gran aliada: nos ayuda a aquietar la mente, a vivir de forma más saludable y propicia un llamativo descenso en los niveles de ansiedad y cambios en la percepción. En este nuevo libro, Clara Badino, referente número uno de esta disciplina en Latinoamérica, nos guía en el camino de descubrir esta práctica, y nos invita a conocer sus beneficios, sus claves y su misterio. El estrés sostenido en el tiempo se puede transformar en crónico. Ya no estoy estresado, "vivo estresado", y se convierte en un rasgo. Suele estar asociado a la velocidad, al vértigo, la impaciencia, la irritabilidad o la distracción, conduciéndonos a un estado de no consciencia, en el que no estamos presentes ni para nosotros ni para los demás, y que puede afectar nuestro sistema inmune. Por eso se ha vuelto una urgencia la necesidad de concientizar el poder de nuestros pensamientos y su impacto para deprimir o promover mayor inmunidad. La práctica meditativa de Mindfulness es una gran aliada: nos ayuda a aquietar la mente, a vivir de forma más saludable y propicia un llamativo descenso en los niveles de ansiedad y cambios en la percepción. Sus beneficios están probados científicamente, neurocientíficos, médicos, psiquiatras coindicen en que los cambios que provoca en el cerebro y las emociones son evidentes e invaluables. Desde hace años, Clara Badino, referente número uno de Mindfulness en Latinoamérica, viene impartiendo su saber: no se trata de una técnica, ni de una serie de ejercicios reunidos para obtener un resultado, se trata más bien de un estilo de vida, un conocimiento que se aprende a través de la práctica continua y el ejercicio de la consciencia pura del presente. En este nuevo libro, escrito junto con la Prof. Margarita Vanoni y el Dr. Diego E. Robatto, nos ofrecen una guía en el camino de descubrir esta disciplina, una invitación a conocer sus beneficios, sus claves y su misterio, y un llamado que nos alerta sobre la necesidad de haberlo incorporado a nuestra vida cotidiana a la hora de transmitirlo.
El poder de Mindfulness: Los beneficios de la práctica meditativa y su actual distorsión
by Clara Badino Diego E. Robatto Margarita VanoniEl estrés sostenido en el tiempo se puede transformar en crónico y puede afectar nuestro sistema inmune. La práctica meditativa de Mindfulness es una gran aliada: nos ayuda a aquietar la mente, a vivir de forma más saludable y propicia un llamativo descenso en los niveles de ansiedad y cambios en la percepción. En este nuevo libro, Clara Badino, referente número uno de esta disciplina en Latinoamérica, nos guía en el camino de descubrir esta práctica, y nos invita a conocer sus beneficios, sus claves y su misterio. El estrés sostenido en el tiempo se puede transformar en crónico. Ya no estoy estresado, "vivo estresado", y se convierte en un rasgo. Suele estar asociado a la velocidad, al vértigo, la impaciencia, la irritabilidad o la distracción, conduciéndonos a un estado de no consciencia, en el que no estamos presentes ni para nosotros ni para los demás, y que puede afectar nuestro sistema inmune. Por eso se ha vuelto una urgencia la necesidad de concientizar el poder de nuestros pensamientos y su impacto para deprimir o promover mayor inmunidad. La práctica meditativa de Mindfulness es una gran aliada: nos ayuda a aquietar la mente, a vivir de forma más saludable y propicia un llamativo descenso en los niveles de ansiedad y cambios en la percepción. Sus beneficios están probados científicamente, neurocientíficos, médicos, psiquiatras coindicen en que los cambios que provoca en el cerebro y las emociones son evidentes e invaluables. Desde hace años, Clara Badino, referente número uno de Mindfulness en Latinoamérica, viene impartiendo su saber: no se trata de una técnica, ni de una serie de ejercicios reunidos para obtener un resultado, se trata más bien de un estilo de vida, un conocimiento que se aprende a través de la práctica continua y el ejercicio de la consciencia pura del presente. En este nuevo libro, escrito junto con la Prof. Margarita Vanoni y el Dr. Diego E. Robatto, nos ofrecen una guía en el camino de descubrir esta disciplina, una invitación a conocer sus beneficios, sus claves y su misterio, y un llamado que nos alerta sobre la necesidad de haberlo incorporado a nuestra vida cotidiana a la hora de transmitirlo.
El poder de tu cumpleaños (The Power of Your Birthday)
by Andrea Valeria"Innovador...revela cómo el arte de la astrología y la ciencia de la astronomía marchan lado a lado y cómo el día en que nacemos configure quién somos. ¡Entretenido y esclarecedor!" --- Deepak Chopra Cada día es un mundo astrológico y astronómico particular, y a su vez, todos están unidos dentro de nuestro planeta Tierra. Con El poder de tu cumpleaños, no solo podrás indagar, aprender, descubrir y divertirte con lo que encuentres escrito bajo tu día, sino que al aventurarte a leer otros días, tendrás una pizca más de información para comprenderte mejor a ti mismo, a tus seres queridos, así como a nuestro mundo y nuestra galaxia. Aplica lo que leas, comparte lo que aprendas o simplemente goza la lectura. ¡Incluye un calendario mensual para nunca olvidar un cumpleaños!
El Poder del alimento
by Boris ChamásPor qué la alimentación moderna nos está enfermando y cómo obtener saludy longevidad. Es hora de conocer por qué la alimentación moderna, es la causa de lagran mayoría de enfermedades que nos aquejan, y cómo puede evitardolencias y medicamentos simplemente escogiendo bien con qué alimenta sucuerpo. Conozca el resultado de las investigaciones más avanzadas sobrela relación entre nutrición y salud, y resuelva los dilemas másfrecuentes: ¿la leche es saludable?, ¿cuánta proteína necesito?, ¿esmejor comer carne o ser vegetariano?, ¿qué ocurre con el trigo?, ¿cómoafectan el azúcar y los colorantes mi salud?Con un amplio soporte científico hoy se relacionan los efectos de lacomida actual sobre la salud. El poder del alimento pone a su alcanceesta información, muchas veces oculta o disfrazada, acerca de laincidencia de los hábitos alimenticios y el estilo de vida en nuestrasalud.Con una detallada lista de la comida que nos enferma y aquella que nosbeneficia, una sección de recetas saludables más un detallado plan dedesintoxicación y alimentación, este libro es la guía definitiva paraaprender a cuidar su cuerpo y tener una vida larga y sana.
El poder del ayuno intermitente
by Jairo NoreñaEl ayuno intermitente es un estilo de vida Esta práctica se ha convertido en una tendencia popular en todo el mundo, debido a su capacidad para ayudar a las personas a perder peso, mejorar la salud metabólica, aumentar la energía y reducir el riesgo de enfermedades crónicas. En este libro, a través de la investigación y la experiencia personal del doctor Jairo Noreña -research fellow de Harvard, con estudios en Medicina de Obesidad de la Universidad de Columbia y en Endocrinología de la Universidad Stanford- entenderemos cómo funciona nuestro cuerpo y cómo el ayuno intermitente puede transformarlo de una manera sana y sostenible, además de comprender por qué su ciencia va más allá de saltarse el desayuno (que, de hecho, no es lo más recomendado). Si quieres perder peso, o tienes un peso ideal pero quieres tener salud metabólica, o deseas aumentar tus niveles de energía, pensar con más claridad y aprender a vivir por más tiempo y con más calidad de vida, este libro es para ti.
El poder del Keto ayuno (Colección Vital #Volumen)
by Joseph MercolaDescubre los secretos del ayuno intermitente y activa los procesos metabólicos para optimizar tu peso y tu salud. Muchos son los mitos y las dudas que rodean al ayuno: una antigua pero poderosa intervención metabólica que, cuando se aplica de manera estratégica, intermitente y guiada por un especialista, no sólo es capaz de promover una acelerada pérdida de peso, sino de prevenir nuestra resistencia a la insulina y disminuir nuestro riesgo de padecer enfermedades tan terribles como el cáncer, el Alzheimer, el Parkinson, las cardiopatías o la diabetes. En esta guía, profunda pero accesible, el doctor Joseph Mercola nos invita a explorar: -La fisiología y los mecanismos del ayuno, y su papel en la dieta cetogénica cíclica. -Cómo los ayunos regulares, aplicados de forma segura y monitoreada, apoyan la quema de grasa y la desintoxicación, al tiempo que minimizan el hambre y los efectos secundarios. -Por qué convertir la grasa en nuestro combustible corporal más constante es esencial para evitar los terribles «bajones», dormir mejor y estar más descansados al despertar. Conquista la flexibilidad metabólica que tu cuerpo necesita y disfruta los beneficios duraderos de un estilo de vida que llevará tu salud y longevidad a niveles nunca imaginados. «Podemos confiar en que, conforme avanza la ciencia de la cetosis y el ayuno, el doctor Joseph Mercola siempre se mantendrá a la vanguardia.» Doctor Steven R. Gundry, autor de La paradoja vegetal, The New York Times Bestseller
El poder invisible en acción
by Caroline MyssCuando pasamos de los actos visibles a los invisibles, emprendemos un profundo viaje de fortalecimiento personal. Caroline Myss, pionera en el campo de la medicina de la energía, ha investigado durante décadas cómo utiliza la gente su poder personal. En este libro sumamente inspirador, Myss amplía su mensaje sobre el poder en una dirección espiritual completamente nueva, revelándonos nuestra capacidad de convertirnos en canales de la gracia divina y vehículos de milagros a través de actos bondadosos, compasivos, generosos o, como ella lo denomina, actos de poder invisibles. Myss explora las siete etapas de la práctica de la compasión y la generosidad y nos muestra, a través de historia reales, que la elección de hacer el bien a nuestros semejantes es fundamental para nuestra salud física y emocional. De hecho, nos hace partícipes de la revelación de que la generosidad es una necesidad biológica y espiritual, una necesidad que debemos atender si decidimos vivir una vida plena, feliz y significativa.
El poder sanador del silencio: Transforma tu mente y alcanza el bienestar a través de la meditación
by Belén ColominaLa psicóloga Belén Colomina nos invita a entrenar la mente con la práctica de la meditación y a descubrir en el silencio de la calma la puerta para transformar el sufrimiento en bienestar. La ansiedad, la angustia, el insomnio o la ira - cada vez más frecuentes - nos atrapan en estados de inquietud, miedo o desesperanza, una sensación de vacío que nuestra mente insiste en llenar de amenazas. Encarcelados por los pensamientos negativos, vamos haciendo ajustes disfuncionales que perpetúan el sufrimiento. Sin embargo, tenemos la capacidad de adquirir sabiduría y habilidad en el adiestramiento mental, para transitar ese dolor, aliviarlo y cultivar el bienestar. A lo largo de este libro, Belén Colomina te acompañará en tus primeros pasos en la meditación y te mostrará cómo profundizar en el conocimiento de la propia mente. Un camino de exploración interna para transformarte desde el silencio de la calma. Un entrenamiento mental mediante el cual sembrar estados de serenidad y estabilidad que te permitirán detener el sufrimiento, y aumentar la satisfacción vital. A través de diferentes prácticas de meditación, la autora nos enseña: * Cómo cultivar la calma, la (auto) compasión, la observación y el autoconocimiento, * Cómo alejarnos de aquello que nos provoca dolor: el autosabotaje, el egocentrismo, las distorsiones cognitivas. * Cómo entrenar nuestra mente para cambiar patrones y hábitos, romper condicionamientos, y encontrar el equilibrio mental y emocional para una vida plena.El poder sanador del silencio te devuelve al presente, a ese instante en que puedes recuperar el control de tu vida, reconducirla y vivirla armónica y plenamente. Reseñas:«Belén logra la maestría en su disciplina porque reúne cualidades extraordinarias que rara vez se encuentran en una sola persona, como el rigor científico y la expresión artística, la escucha empática y la aplicación pragmática. Esta combinación la convierte en una comunicadora inspiradora, una mentora bondadosa y una terapeuta muy efectiva y a la que recomiendo plenamente».Venerable Lama Rinchen Gyaltsen«El estado de nuestra mente determina la calidad de nuestra vida, y una de las herramientas más poderosas para mejorarlo es la meditación. Belén Colomina transmite como nadie la importancia de esta práctica y cómo iniciarse en ella. Y, por suerte, ha resumido todo ese conocimiento en este libro. Encontrarás teoría, motivación y mucha práctica. Si quieres mejorar tu mente, y tu vida, te aconsejo que leas El poder sanador del silencio».Marcos Vázquez, Fitness Revolucionario«Belén lleva años compartiendo su sabiduría en el ámbito de la psicoterapia y las ciencias contemplativas. Es un gran ejemplo de una práctica meditativa de calidad aplicada a los problemas psicológicos humanos. En este libro te acompañará, con su dulzura y buen hacer habituales, a través del maravilloso camino del cultivo de unamente más sabia, compasiva y armoniosa. Disfrútalo».David Alvear, psicoterapeuta, profesor de la Universidad del País Vasco (UPV/EHU)y coautor del libro Psicología positiva contemplativa «Belén, uniendo su experiencia personal y clínica, ha escrito un maravilloso libro sobre meditación. Un libro profundo y a la vez sencillo en el que propone un viaje al corazón de la práctica meditativa. Se adentra en la esencia del silencio y la meditación como herramientasrevolucionarias para los retos del siglo XXI».Ausiàs Cebolla, profesor titular de Psicología de la Universidad de València (UV) y coautor del libro Psicología positiva contemplativa
El Poder Sober Las Enfermedades Autoinmunes
by Gregg HavenDo you suffer from an autoimmune disorder and are completely helpless about what you must do to reverse your condition? Regardless of whether you pump your body with nutrition or are deprived of it, it still seems as if you are weak and easily tired and unable to recover as you would like? Do not worry, you're not alone. Millions of people around the world go through the same problem without a proven solution that is adequate to fix their condition. The Power Over Autoimmune Diseases is about to change everything. This book will help you correct the mistakes you are making in your daily life that are aggravating your condition and triggering the necessary changes to improve and put your autoimmune disease under control! In this book you will learn: Myths, facts and origin of the autoimmune problem Tolerance of histamine The solution that starts in the intestine! Choosing the best foods for you The miracle of rest and stress damage What you should do to reduce inflammation Common mistakes Benefits of nutrition, exercise, and a proper meal plan tailored just for you! And much more! The benefits of following The power over autoimmune diseases include: Better management of the autoimmune condition Mayor contenido nutricional en el cuerpo Inflamación reducida Aumento de los niveles de energía Mejor comprensión y tratamiento Función mejorada de la inmunidad Un intestino sano Mejor calidad de vida ¡No espere más! Desplácese hacia arriba y haga clic en el botón comprar ahora y empiece a encaminarse a una vida más saludable hoy mismo!
Poems, Parables and Drawings
by Kahlil Gibran Alice RaphaelThe perfect companion to Kahlil Gibran's classic, The Prophet, this elegant volume presents an original selection of works by the popular writer and artist. It consists of the complete texts and drawings of The Madman and The Forerunner, plus 20 additional illustrations--many long out of print--and a perceptive essay by art historian Alice Raphael. The Madman features a series of concise stories and verses offering uplifting views of human nature. Gibran warmly encourages his readers to abandon the superficial and embrace the true self, an outlook that recurs in The Forerunner and its 24 morality tales. Each of the poems, parables, and illustrations reflects Gibran's fervent belief in the transformative powers of love. This splendid keepsake edition of the renowned author's influential works is an ideal gift for any occasion.
Poems to Make the Soul Sing: A Collection of Mystical Poetry through the Ages
by Alan JacobA beautifully designed collection of mystical poems to soothe, inspire and rejuvenate the soul. With a body of work spanning the centuries, from the Vedas to St Teresa of Avila, Rumi and Rilke, and arranged by transcendent themes, this book will connect readers with nature, with the stillness within themselves and with the Divine. When your soul hungers for peace, knowledge or comfort, there is no answer as profound as poetry. In a world that is increasingly noisy and disconnected from the Divine, this wonderfully inspiring collection of poems for the soul from mystics of all traditions encourages readers to listen to their own hearts, marvel at the wonder of nature and explore profound truths of life, death, eternity and God. With its elegant design and comprehensive selection of poets, the volume is ideal for gifting. Themed chapters allow readers to choose topics to explore, including: DIVINITY – what is the nature of God or the One? TRANSCENDENCE – what deep truths can we find in our spiritual quest? LOVE – how can we give and cherish most profoundly? DEVOTION – how should we explore and affirm our faith? PEACE – how can we find stillness amidst turmoil and loss? NATURE – what lessons can we learn from creation? SPIRIT – what is sacred about the individual self? From the Bhagavad Gita, the Vedas and the Song of Solomon to the Divine Comedy and the Rubaiyat of Mar Khayyam, readers will find all the great mystical writers, including Attar, Ansari, St Francis of Assisi, Lao Tzu, John Donne, John Bunyan, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Elizabeth Barratt Browning, Christine Rossetti and Walt Whitman, as well as many fine but lesser-known spiritual writers. A book to give as a thoughtful gift, and also one to treasure.
Poetic Logic and the Origins of the Mathematical Imagination (Mathematics in Mind)
by Marcel DanesiThis book treats eighteenth-century Italian philosopher Giambattista Vico’s theory of poetic logic for the first time as the originating force in mathematics, transforming instinctive counting and spatial perception into poetic (metaphorical) symbolism that dovetails with the origin of language. It looks at current work on mathematical cognition (from Lakoff and Núñez to Butterworth, Dehaene, and beyond), matching it against the poetic logic paradigm. In a sense, it continues from where Kasner and Newman left off, connecting contemporary research on the mathematical mind to the idea that the products of early mathematics were virtually identical to the first forms of poetic language. As such, this book informs the current research on mathematical cognition from a different angle, by looking back at a still relatively unknown philosopher within mathematics.The aim of this volume is to look broadly at what constitutes the mathematical mind through the Vichian lens of poetic logic. Vico was among the first to suggest that the essential nature of mind could be unraveled indirectly by reconstructing the sources of its “modifications” (his term for “creations”); that is, by examining the creation and function of symbols, words, and all the other uniquely human artifacts—including mathematics—the mind has allowed humans to establish “the world of civil society,” Vico’s term for culture and civilization.The book is of interest to cognitive scientists working on math cognition. It presents the theory of poetic logic as Vico articulated it in his book The New Science, examining its main premises and then applying it to an interpretation of the ongoing work in math cognition. It will also be of interest to the general public, since it presents a history of early mathematics through the lens of an idea that has borne fruit in understanding the origin of language and symbols more broadly.
The Poetics and Politics of Alzheimer’s Disease Life-Writing
by Martina ZimmermannThis book is open access under a CC BY 4. 0 license. This is the first book-length exploration of the thoughts and experiences expressed by dementia patients in published narratives over the last thirty years. It contrasts third-person caregiver and first-person patient accounts from different languages and a range of media, focusing on the poetical and political questions these narratives raise: what images do narrators appropriate; what narrative plot do they adapt; and how do they draw on established strategies of life-writing. It also analyses how these accounts engage with the culturally dominant Alzheimer's narrative that centres on dependence and vulnerability, and addresses how they relate to discourses of gender and aging. Linking literary scholarship to the medico-scientific understanding of dementia as a neurodegenerative condition, this book argues that, first, patients' articulations must be made central to dementia discourse; and second, committed alleviation of caregiver burden through social support systems and altered healthcare policies requires significantly altered views about aging, dementia, and Alzheimer's patients.
Poetry and Dementia: A Practical Guide
by John KillickPoetry is an engaging and inclusive activity for older people that can help develop memory, imagination and identity. This book provides guidance on setting up and monitoring poetry projects for people living with dementia in group care homes and individual families. It explains the benefits of creative expression for people with dementia, and shows how to facilitate poetry reading and writing groups in different environments. Specific techniques for introducing poetry to older people can be employed by family members or professional care staff to enhance the wellbeing of the individual living with dementia. The ethical issues of running poetry projects in dementia care are explored along with examples of poetry produced by individuals and groups, interviews with care workers, and case studies.
Poetry and Story Therapy: The Healing Power of Creative Expression
by Geri Giebel ChavisWords are powerful, and words matter to people. When words embody sense imagery, they conjure up visions in the imagination and affect us on a visceral level. When we embrace special words of our choosing to soothe or inspire us, they often function like a companion or a talisman. This book focuses on the act of reading word combinations found in poems and stories. It also highlights the act of writing creative pieces in response to these literary works and to a rich variety of other stimuli. This book is even more about how the acts of reading and writing personally meaningful words can act as springboards to growth and healing through the guidance and encouragement of a skilled helper.
Poetry as Spellcasting: Poems, Essays, and Prompts for Manifesting Liberation and Reclaiming Power
by Tamiko Beyer Destiny Hemphill Lisbeth WhitePoems, essays, and prompts to sing a new world into being--Queer & BIPOC perspectives on poetry as an insurgent ritual for manifesting liberation and reclaiming power.Written for poets, spellcasters, and social justice witches, Poetry as Spellcasting reveals the ways poetry and ritual can, together, move us toward justice and transformation. It asks: If ritualized violence upholds white supremacy, what ritualized acts of liberation can be activated to subvert and reclaim power?In essays from a diverse group of contributing poets, organizers, and ritual artists, Poetry as Spellcasting helps readers explore, play, and deepen their creativity and intuition as integral tools for self- and communal healing and social change. Each section opens with a poem and includes prompts that invite the reader to engage more deeply with:Portals of Inheritance: Ancestral Teachings, Possible Futures opens portals to messages from ancestors and for survivalLanguages of Liberation, Disruption, and Magic explores how poetry and spellcasting allow us to enter into and harness language in active, heightened ways that both reflect reality and manifest alternatives.Invoking Radical Imagination leans into the incantatory possibilities of poetry as prayer and poetry as enchantment.Sacred Practices: Rituals of Repair and Revision explores writing as ritual, ritual as practice, and practice as doing, drawing connections between the creative practices of poetry and spellwork.Lighting Fires, Breaking Chains focuses on the explicitly magical and political nature of poetry as spellcasting.Elemental Ecologies, Spiritual Technologies wrestles with concepts of home, colonization, and belongingBoth poetry and occult studies have been historically dominated by white, cishet writers; here, Poetry as Spellcasting reclaims the centrality of queer and BIPOC voices in poetry, magic, and liberatory spellwork.
The Poetry of Yoga
by Hawah Shiva ReaHafiz, Gibran, Neruda, Rumi . . . their yoga mats were blank pieces of paper; they did asana with pencils between their fingers; their pranayama was inverted metaphor; and their Samadhi was uninhibited, naked poetry. Yoga is a journey, an intricate dance of mind, body, breath, and spirit. It is cultivation of self-awareness through reflection. The Poetry of Yoga is an ecstatic gathering of poetry written by some of the most accomplished and well-known spiritual teachers of our time. Poems are set in the following yogic themes: compassion, desire, freedom, transformation, and service. A book all yoga practitioners cherish and return to over and over for nourishment and inspiration.
The Poetry Oracle
by Brenda Knight Amber GuetebierCombining poetry with divination, this collection resurrects the ancient Greek art of Rhapsodomancy, or divining one's fortune or destiny through the use of poetry or verse. Harkening back to antiquity, when Polyhymnia--the muse of sacred poetry--and Calliope--the muse of epic poetry--were invoked for guidance, each page of this anthology contains three poetic excerpts, chosen for their oracular wisdom. Readers are asked to contemplate a question and then randomly select an excerpt, which will offer revelations and inspiration for further contemplation. Excerpts are drawn from poets throughout the ages, including Sappho, Li Po, Rumi, Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, Dylan Thomas, William Blake, and J.R.R. Tolkien. Though designed as a prophetic tool, it can also be used as an introduction to some of the world's greatest poets.
Point of Origin: Gobekli Tepe and the Spiritual Matrix for the World’s Cosmologies
by Laird ScrantonReveals Gobekli Tepe as a center of civilizing knowledge for the ancient world• Details how symbolic elements at Gobekli Tepe link a pre-Vedic cult in India to cosmological myths and traditions in Africa, Egypt, Tibet, and China• Discusses how carved animal images at Gobekli Tepe relate to stages of creation and provide an archaic foundation for symbolic written language• Defines how classical elements of ancient Egyptian myth and religion characterize an archaic cosmological tradition that links ancestrally back to Gobekli TepeHow could multiple ancient cultures, spanning both years and geography, have strikingly similar creation myths and cosmologies? Why do the Dogon of Africa and the civilizations of ancient Egypt, India, Tibet, and China share sacred words and symbols? Revealing the existence of a long-forgotten primal culture and the world’s first center of higher learning, Laird Scranton shows how the sophisticated complex at Gobekli Tepe in Turkey is the definitive point of origin from which all the great civilizations of the past inherited their cosmology, esoteric teachings, and civilizing skills, such as agriculture, metallurgy, and stone masonry, fully developed. Scranton explains how the carved images on Gobekli Tepe’s stone pillars were the precursors to the sacred symbols of the Dogon, Egyptians, Tibetans, and Chinese as well as the matriarchal Sakti cult of ancient Iran and India. He identifies Gobekli Tepe as a remote mountain sanctuary of higher knowledge alluded to in Sakti myth, named like an important temple in Egypt, and defined in ancient Buddhist tradition as Vulture Peak. Scranton reveals how Gobekli Tepe’s enigmatic “H” carvings and animal symbolism, symbolic of stages of creation, was presented as a kind of prototype of written language accessible to the hunter-gathers who inhabited the region. He shows how the myths and deities of many ancient cultures are connected linguistically, extending even to the name of Gobekli Tepe and the Egyptian concept of Zep Tepi, the mythical age of the “First Time.” Identifying Gobekli Tepe not only as the first university but also as the first temple, perhaps built as a civilizing exercise, Scranton definitively places this enigmatic archaeological site at the point of origin of civilization, religion, and ancient science.
Point Reyes Complete Guide
by Jessica LageOnly 30 miles from San Francisco, Point Reyes National Seashore attracts admirers year-round to its forests, wetlands, and beaches. Visitors come to this tranquil place to hike, camp, backpack, bike, kayak, horseback ride, picnic, fish, and nature-watch. This invaluable resource gives detailed information on the trails, roads, camps, and and beaches within the Seashore, plus surrounding parks and preserves. Point Reyes: The Complete Guide to the National Seashore & Surrounding Area has much more than coverage of all the popular recreational activities and hiking trails.
Pointing Out the Great Way
by Robert Thurman Daniel P. BrownMany books have been published in recent years on the topic of mahamudra, or meditation on the fundamentally clear nature of the mind. This book is different in the systematic way it draws from a variety of source texts in order to construct a complete, graded path of practice informed by an understanding of the particular obstacles faced by meditators in the West. Dan Brown is a clinical psychotherapist who has also spent much time evaluating the experiences of meditators on longterm retreats. He knows the Tibetan literature on mahamudra meditation and has over thirty years of both personal meditation experience and observation of the experiences of others. He co-wrote, with Ken Wilber and Jack Engler, the book Transformations in Consciousness, and he teaches an annual seminar on mahamudra meditation at the Esalen Institute. Pointing Out the Great Way is a spiritual manual that describes the Tibetan Buddhist meditation known as mahamudra from the perspective of the 'gradual path.' The gradual path is a progressive process of training that is often contrasted to sudden realization. As such, this book contains a step-by-step description of the ways to practice, precise descriptions of the various stages and their intended realizations, and the typical problems that arise along with their remedies. Simply put, mahamudra meditation involves penetrative focus, free of conceptual elaboration, upon the very nature of conscious awareness. A unique feature of this book is its integrative approach to the stages of mahamudra meditation. A number of works on Buddhist meditation stages in general and mahamudra meditation in particular are already available in English, yet none, single text or commentary on the stages of mahamudra meditation, captures the inner experience of these stages in sufficient detail to convey its richness. This book represents the needed alternative by integrating material from a variety of root texts, practical manuals,
The Poison Eaters: Fighting Danger And Fraud In Our Food And Drugs
by Gail JarrowFormaldehyde, borax, salicylic acid. Today, these chemicals are used in embalming fluids, cleaning supplies, and acne medications. But in 1900, they were routinely added to food that Americans ate from cans and jars.In 1900, products often weren't safe because unregulated, unethical companies added these and other chemicals to trick consumers into buying spoiled food or harmful medicines. Chemist Harvey Washington Wiley recognized these dangers and began a relentless thirty-year campaign to ensure that consumers could purchase safe food and drugs, eventually leading to the creation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, a US governmental organization that now has a key role in addressing the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic gripping the world today. Acclaimed nonfiction and Sibert Honor winning author Gail Jarrow uncovers this intriguing history in her trademark style that makes the past enthrallingly relevant for today's young readers.Six starred reviews -- ★Booklist ★BCCB ★Kirkus Reviews ★Publishers Weekly ★School Library Connection ★Shelf AwarenessAn ALSC Notable Children's Book * A Washington Post Best Children's Book * NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book * A BCCB Blue Ribbon * A Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book * A NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 * A Chicago Public Library Best Children's Book★ "Revolting and riveting in turns, Jarrow's masterfully crafted narrative will fundamentally alter how readers view their food.Though laced with toxins, this is anything but toxic." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
The Poison Path Herbal: Baneful Herbs, Medicinal Nightshades, and Ritual Entheogens
by Coby Michael• Explains how to work with baneful herbs through rituals and spells, as plant spirit familiars, as potent medicines, and as visionary substances • Details the spiritual, alchemical, astrological, and symbolic associations of each plant, its active alkaloids, how to safely cultivate and harvest it, and rituals and spells suited to its individual nature and powers • Shares plant alchemy methods, magical techniques, and recipes featuring the plants, including a modern witches&’ flying ointment Part grimoire and part herbal formulary, this guide to the Poison Path of occult herbalism shares history, lore, and information regarding the use of poisonous, consciousness-altering, and magical plants. Author Coby Michael explains how, despite their poisonous nature, baneful herbs can become powerful plant allies, offering potent medicine, magical wisdom, and access to the spirit realm. Detailing the spiritual, alchemical, astrological, and symbolic associations of each plant, the author explores their magical uses in spells and rituals. He focuses primarily on the nightshade family, or Solanaceae, such as mandrake, henbane, and thorn apple, but also explores plants from other families such as wolfsbane, hemlock, and hellebore. He also examines plants in the witch&’s pharmacopoeia that are safer to work with and just as chemically active, such as wormwood, mugwort, and yarrow. The author shares rituals suited to the individual nature and powers of each plant and explains how to attract and work with plant spirit familiars. He offers plant alchemy methods for crafting spagyric tinctures and magical techniques to facilitate working with these plants as allies and teachers. He shares magical recipes featuring the plants, including a modern witches&’ flying ointment. He also explores safely cultivating baneful herbs in a poison garden.
Poison Prescriptions: Power Plant Medicine, Magic & Ritual
by The Seed SistasPoison Prescriptions is a stunningly illustrated grimoire of some of the most notorious plants: henbane, datura, belladonna, among others. It is also a practical guide to plant magic, medicine and ritual, offering advice to professional and home herbalists, to those interested in forgotten lore and the old ways, and to all those who wish to reclaim control of their own wellbeing.This book urges the resurrection of the ancient tradition of using these witching herbs in ritual and medicine. Now is the time to relink magic and medicine in the context of modern herbalism and contemporary witchcraft.Discover: Safe ways of interacting with the witching herbs to usher in wellbeing and healing.Practical activities ranging from meditations and folklore writing to wreath making and beer brewing.Step-by-step instructions to creating the powerful witches' Flying Ointment and using it in ritual, sex magic and lucid dreaming.
Poisoned: The True Story of the Deadly E. Coli Outbreak That Changed the Way Americans Eat
by Jeff BenedictNOW A NETFLIX DOCUMENTARY From Jeff Benedict, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Tiger Woods and The Dynasty, Poisoned chronicles the events surrounding the worst food-poisoning epidemic in US history: the deadly Jack in the Box E. coli infections in 1993.On December 24, 1992, six-year-old Lauren Rudolph was hospitalized with excruciating stomach pain. Less than a week later she was dead. Doctors were baffled: How could a healthy child become so sick so quickly? After a frenzied investigation, public-health officials announced that the cause was E. coli O157:H7, and the source was hamburger meat served at a Jack in the Box restaurant. During this unprecedented crisis, four children died and over seven hundred others became gravely ill. In Poisoned, award-winning investigative journalist and #1 New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict delivers a jarringly candid narrative of the fast-moving disaster, drawing on access to confidential documents and exclusive interviews with the real-life characters at the center of the drama—the families whose children were infected, the Jack in the Box executives forced to answer for the tragedy, the physicians and scientists who identified E. coli as the culprit, and the legal teams on both sides of the historic lawsuits that ensued. Fast Food Nation meets A Civil Action in this riveting account of how we learned the hard way to truly watch what we eat.
Poisoned
by Jeff Benedict"Your perfect beach book has arrived. With Poisoned, Jeff Benedict manages to deliver the full literary experience of a medico-legal thriller in a work of nonfiction that, fortuitously enough, could not be more relevant to recent headlines."-The New York TimesIn this riveting work of narrative nonfiction, award-winning journalist and best-selling author Jeff Benedict chronicles the events surrounding the biggest food-poisoning epidemic in US history and how this unprecedented crisis sparked public awareness about unsanitary practices in the fast food industry. Poisoned draws on access to confidential documents and exclusive interviews with the real-life characters at the center of the drama.Jeff Benedict is considered one of America's top nonfiction writers. He is the author of nine books including bestsellers Little Pink House, Without Reservation, and Pros and Cons. His reporting has been the basis of feature segments on 60 Minutes, ABC's 20/20, Dateline NBC, HBO's Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel, and the Discovery Channel. He is a contributor to Sports Illustrated and the Deseret News, and his articles have been published in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, and the Hartford Courant. He has a law degree and is a distinguished professor of English at Southern Virginia University.
Poisoned Profits
by Philip Shabecoff Alice ShabecoffIn this shocking and sobering book, two fearless journalists directly and definitively link industrial toxins to the current rise in childhood disease and death. In the tradition of Silent Spring,Poisoned Profitsis a landmark investigation, an eye-opening account of a country that prizes money over children’s health. With indisputable data, Philip Shabecoff and Alice Shabecoff reveal that the children of baby boomers–the first to be raised in a truly “toxified” world–have higher rates of birth defects, asthma, cancer, autism, and other serious illnesses than previous generations. In piercing case histories, the authors identify the culprit as corporate pollution. Here are the stories of such places as Dickson, Tennessee, where babies were born with cleft lips and palates after landfill chemicals seeped into the water, and Port Neches, Texas, where so many graduates of a high school near synthetic rubber and chemical plants contracted cancer that the school was nicknamed “Leukemia High. ” The danger to our children isn’t just in the outside world, though. The Shabecoffs provide evidence that our homes are now infested with everything from dangerous flame retardants in crib mattresses to harmful plastic softeners in teething rings to antibiotics and arsenic in chicken–additives that are absorbed by growing and physically vulnerable kids as well as by pregnant women. Compounding the problem are chemical corporations that sabotage investigations and regulations, a government that refuses to police these companies, and corporate-hired scientists who keep pertinent secrets massaged with skewed data of their own. Poisoned Profitsalso demonstrates how people are fighting back, whether through grassroots parents’ groups putting pressure on politicians, the rise of “ecotheology” in the pulpits of formerly indifferent churches, or the new “green chemistry” being practiced in labs to replace bad elements with good. The Shabecoffs also include helpful tips on reducing risks to children in how they eat and play, and in how parents clean and maintain their homes. Powerful, unflinching, and eminently readable,Poisoned Profitsis a wake-up call that is bound to inspire talk and force change. From the Hardcover edition.
Poisoner In Chief: Sidney Gottlieb And The Cia Search For Mind Control
by Stephen KinzerThe bestselling author of All the Shah’s Men and The Brothers tells the astonishing story of the man who oversaw the CIA’s secret drug and mind-control experiments of the 1950s and ’60s. The visionary chemist Sidney Gottlieb was the CIA’s master magician and gentlehearted torturer―the agency’s “poisoner in chief.” As head of the MK-ULTRA mind control project, he directed brutal experiments at secret prisons on three continents. He made pills, powders, and potions that could kill or maim without a trace―including some intended for Fidel Castro and other foreign leaders. He paid prostitutes to lure clients to CIA-run bordellos, where they were secretly dosed with mind-altering drugs. His experiments spread LSD across the United States, making him a hidden godfather of the 1960s counterculture. For years he was the chief supplier of spy tools used by CIA officers around the world. Stephen Kinzer, author of groundbreaking books about U.S. clandestine operations, draws on new documentary research and original interviews to bring to life one of the most powerful unknown Americans of the twentieth century. Gottlieb’s reckless experiments on “expendable” human subjects destroyed many lives, yet he considered himself deeply spiritual. He lived in a remote cabin without running water, meditated, and rose before dawn to milk his goats. During his twenty-two years at the CIA, Gottlieb worked in the deepest secrecy. Only since his death has it become possible to piece together his astonishing career at the intersection of extreme science and covert action. Poisoner in Chief reveals him as a clandestine conjurer on an epic scale.
The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York
by Deborah BlumEqual parts true crime, twentieth-century history, and science thriller,The Poisoner's Handbookis "a vicious, page-turning story that reads more like Raymond Chandler than Madame Curie"(The New York Observer) A fascinating Jazz Age tale of chemistry and detection, poison and murder, The Poisoner's Handbook is a page-turning account of a forgotten era. <p><p> In early twentieth-century New York, poisons offered an easy path to the perfect crime. Science had no place in the Tammany Hall-controlled coroner's office, and corruption ran rampant. However, with the appointment of chief medical examiner Charles Norris in 1918, the poison game changed forever. Together with toxicologist Alexander Gettler, the duo set the justice system on fire with their trailblazing scientific detective work, triumphing over seemingly unbeatable odds to become the pioneers of forensic chemistry and the gatekeepers of justice.
Poisons in Your Food
by Ruth WinterThis classic Crown book is back with all of Ruth Winter's original, thorough research about dangerous foods and what consumers can do to protect themselves.
Police Cars (Wild About Wheels)
by Keli SipperleyLights flash and sirens sound! A police car is on its way! Police cars keep our roads and neighborhoods safe. Police cars are fast and carry equipment for fighting crime. Young readers will find out about police cars, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used.
Policies, Plans, and People: Foreign Aid and Health Development
by Judith JusticeJudith Justice uses an interdisciplinary approach to show how anthropologists and planners can combine their expertise to make health care programs culturally compatible with the populations they serve.
Policing Pregnancy: The Law and Ethics of Obstetric Conflict
by Sheena MeredithAre pregnant women entitled to the same rights of self-determination and bodily integrity as other adults? This is the fundamental question underlying recent high-profile legal interventions in situations when pregnant women and healthcare staff do not agree on management options or appropriate behaviour. Courts on both sides of the Atlantic have sometimes answered that they are not, and the law has at times been manipulated to enforce compliance with medical recommendations. This is the first book of its kind to offer a comprehensive assessment of healthcare law as applied to the unique situation of pregnancy. Drawing on case material from both the UK and the USA, it describes the trend towards 'policing pregnancy' and explores the emergence of the concept of 'maternal-foetal conflict' - and why, in the author's view, this would be more appropriately labelled 'obstetric conflict'. Suggestions are made for alternative approaches that better safeguard the overall well-being of pregnant women and their future children.
Policy and Research Needs to Maximize Independence and Support Community Living: Workshop Summary
by National Academies of Sciences Engineering MedicineLiving independently and participating in one’s community are priorities for many people. In many regions across the United States, there are programs that support and enable people with disabilities and older adults to live where they choose and with whom they choose and to participate fully in their communities. Tremendous progress has been made. However, in many cases, the programs themselves – and access to them – vary not only between states but also within states. Many programs are small, and even when they prove to be successful they are still not scaled up to meet the needs of the many people who would benefit from them. The challenges can include insufficient workforce, insufficient funding, and lack of evidence demonstrating effectiveness or value. To get a better understanding of the policies needed to maximize independence and support community living and of the research needed to support implementation of those policies, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine convened a public workshop in October 2015. Participants explored policies in place that promote independence and community living for older adults and people with physical disabilities, and identified policies and gaps in policies that can be barriers to independence and the research needed to support changing those policies. This report summarizes the presentations and discussions from the workshop.
Policy Issues in the Development and Adoption of Biomarkers for Molecularly Targeted Cancer Therapies: Workshop Summary
by Sharyl J. NassA long-held goal in oncology has been to develop therapies that target the specific abnormalities in each patient's cancer rather than simply treating cancers based on the tissue of origin. In the past decade, advances in technology have enabled researchers to relatively quickly and inexpensively determine, in minute detail, the genetic makeup of tumors. Although relatively few targeted cancer therapies are currently available in the clinic and it is not yet clear whether all cancers are driven by genetic changes that can be targeted, there is widespread optimism in the cancer community that this new ability to assess the genetic abnormalities in tumors will ultimately lead to better cancer treatments and improved patient outcomes. "Policy Issues in the Development and Adoption of Biomarkers for Molecularly Targeted Cancer Therapies" is the summary of a workshop convened in November 2014 by the Institute of Medicine's National Cancer Policy Forum to discuss recent trends in the development and implementation of molecularly targeted cancer therapies and explore potential policy actions to address specific challenges. This report highlights the presentations and discussions at the workshop.
Polio: An American Story
by David M. OshinskyAll who lived in the early 1950s remember the fear of polio and the elation felt when a successful vaccine was found. Now David Oshinsky tells the gripping story of the polio terror and of the intense effort to find a cure, from the March of Dimes to the discovery of the Salk and Sabin vaccines - and beyond. Here is a remarkable portrait of America in the early 1950s, using the widespread panic over polio to shed light on our national obsessions and fears. Drawing on newly available papers of Jonas Salk, Albert Sabin and other key players, Oshinsky paints a suspenseful portrait of the race for the cure, weaving a dramatic tale centered on the furious rivalry between Salk and Sabin. Indeed, the competition was marked by a deep-seated ill will among the researchers that remained with them until their deaths. The author also tells the story of Isabel Morgan, perhaps the most talented of all polio researchers, who might have beaten Salk to the prize if she had not retired to raise a family. As backdrop to this feverish research, Oshinsky offers an insightful look at the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, which was founded in the 1930s by FDR and Basil O'Connor. The National Foundation revolutionized fundraising and the perception of disease in America, using "poster children" and the famous March of Dimes to raise hundreds of millions of dollars from a vast army of contributors (instead of a few well-heeled benefactors), creating the largest researchand rehabilitation network in the history of medicine. The polio experience also revolutionized the way in which the government licensed and tested new drugs before allowing them on the market, and the way in which the legal system dealt with manufacturers' liability for unsafe products. Finally, and perhaps most tellingly, Oshinsky reveals that polio was never the raging epidemic portrayed by the media, but in truth a relatively uncommon disease. But in baby-booming America - increasingly suburban, family-oriented, and hygiene-obsessed - the specter of polio, like the specter of the atomic bomb, soon became a cloud of terror over daily life. Both a gripping scientific suspense story and a provocative social and cultural history, Polio opens a fresh window onto postwar America.<P><P> Pulitzer Prize Winner
The Polio Paradox: Uncovering the Hidden History of Polio to Understand and Treat "Post-Polio Syndrome" and Chronic Fatigue
by Richard L. BrunoWriting for the layman, Bruno (a clinical psychophysiologist who is director of the International Center for Post-Polio Education and Research) examines the phenomenon of Post-Polio Sequelae (PPS), which is characterized by fatigue, muscle weakness, and chronic pain and affects more than half of the North American survivors of polio. He explores the similarities between PPS, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), and Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, critiquing the society and the medical community's response to all three conditions. The basic science surrounding these conditions are described and Bruno explores the possibilities that many of those afflicted with CFS may actually have misdiagnosed cases of PPS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Polishing God's Monuments: Pillars of Hope for Punishing Times
by Jim AndrewsPolishing God's Monuments is the true story of a young woman and her devoted husband who face it all (and then some) as a baffling, mind-boggling illness hijacks their youth and shatters their dreams. Polishing God's Monuments blends straightforward theology with the account of this young couple's afflictions. A sober reality in the life of faith is that "through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God." God's people are buffeted in two ways: sometimes we suffer for the faith and other times we suffer with faith. Either way, our faith remains a work in progress. In the midst of troubles, our emotions can vacillate between hope and despair, submission and rebellion. Our understanding can alternate between moments of comprehension and times of total confusion. This book confronts these issues head-on and offers believers biblical perspective, practical direction, and sustaining hope.
The Political Economy of Mental Illness in South Africa (Routledge Studies in Health in Africa)
by André J van RensburgThe book describes key socio-political reforms that helped shape post-apartheid South Africa’s mental health system. The author interrogates how reforms shaped public, community-based services for people living with severe mental illness, and how features of this care has been determined, in part at least, by the relations between actors and structures in the state, private for-profit health care, and civil society spheres. A description of the development of South Africa’s post-apartheid health system, and the contentions that emerge therein, sets the stage for an analysis of the country’s most tragic human rights failure during its democratic period, namely the Life Esidimeni tragedy. The roots of the tragedy are not only framed as a loss of life and dignity as a result of political corruption and administrative mismanagement, but as a power differential that ultimately highlights an unjust system that relegates its most vulnerable citizens to commodities, without voice and without agency. The book concludes that the commodification of severe mental illness has been a product of neoliberal discourses that have shaped the economistic ways in which the post-apartheid South African state have governed poverty and severe mental illness. This book will be of interest to scholars of health, social and economic policy in South Africa.
The Political Economy of the SARS Epidemic: The Impact on Human Resources in East Asia (Routledge Studies in the Growth Economies of Asia)
by Grace Lee Malcolm WarnerThis book discusses the political economy of the SARS epidemic and its impact on human resources in East Asia, as it occurred in 2003. The epidemic spread from the People’s Republic of China, to Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan, amongst other countries in East Asia and as far away as North America, particularly Canada, the EU and elsewhere. The book looks first at earlier precedents, such as the Black Death and the way in which the potential threats of the recent epidemic were diffused across the world in ‘instant news’ reports; examining why it was dubbed the first ‘global epidemic’ due to its media coverage and how far the threat started a psychological ‘tsunami’ of fear and panic. Next, it examines the anticipated economic consequences arising from this phenomenon and how it affected the business of everyday life, market behaviour and human resources in the Chinese and Overseas Chinese economies. It focuses in particular detail on the cases of the PRC, Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan. It concludes with a discussion of the issues involved and lessons to be learnt, and draws conclusions both for theory and practice vis-à-vis future pandemics that may threaten the global economy in the coming decade and the public policy issues involved
The Politics and Crisis Management of Animal Health Security
by John ConnollyThe Politics and Crisis Management of Animal Health Security addresses the 2001 foot and mouth epidemic in the United Kingdom - one of, if not the, most significant crises ever to face the UK farming industry. Underpinned by interviews with politicians and bureaucrats and with significant primary documentary analysis the book shows that the crisis was a critical juncture in how disease outbreaks have been planned and managed ever since. The author explores how this event affected policy and governance arrangements for managing subsequent disease-induced threats (such as avian influenza and bovine TB) and concludes by considering the ’temporality’ of lesson learning by the UK government including the current and future challenges associated with managing incongruent risks (e.g., flood protection, swine flu and Ebola). This book provides students of public policy and administration with a significant illustration of how key concepts and analytical lenses from public policy can be applied to the study of the contours of practical policy change.
Politics and the Occult: The Left, the Right, and the Radically Unseen
by Gary LachmanThe gritty business of politics is not something we usually associate with the occult. But esoteric beliefs have influenced the destiny of nations since the time of ancient Egypt and China, when decisions of state were based on portents and astrology, to today, when presidents and prime ministers privately consult self-proclaimed seers. Politics and the Occult offers a lively history of this enduring phenomenon. Author and cultural pundit Gary Lachman provocativly questions whether the separation of church and state so dear to modern political philosophy should be maintained. A few of his fascinating topics include the fate of the Knights Templar and the medieval Gnostic Cathars, the occult roots of America and the French Revolution in Freemasonry, Gurdjieff and the swastika, Soviet interest in UFOs, the CIA and LSD, the Age of Aquarius, the millenarian politics that inform the struggle with Islamic terrorism, fundamentalism, and more.
The Politics of Emotional Shockwaves
by Ana Falcato Sara Graça da SilvaThis interdisciplinary volume brings together specialists from different backgrounds to deliver expert views on the relationship between morality and emotion, putting a special emphasis on issues related to emotional shocks. One of the distinctive aspects of social existence today is our subjection to traumatic events on a global scale, and our subsequent embodiment of the emotional responses these events provoke. Covering various methodological angles, the contributors ensure careful and heterogeneous reflection on this delicate topic. With eleven original essays, the collection spans a wide variety of fields from philosophy and literary theory, to the visual arts, history, and psychology. The authors cover diverse themes, including philosophical approaches to political polarization; the impact of negative emotions such as anger on inter-relational balance; humour and politics; media and the idea of progress; photography and trauma discourse; democratic morality in modern Indian society; emotional olfactory experiences; phenomenological readings of spatial disorientation, and the significance of moral shocks. This timely volume offers crucial perspectives on contemporary questions relating to ethical behaviours, and the challenges of a globalized society on the verge of political, financial and emotional collapse.
The Politics of Healthcare in Britain
by Stephen Harrison Ruth Mcdonald'This is an excellent textbook for which there is currently a niche in the market. The chapters on rationing, professionalism, politics of clinical knowledge and the politics of democracy and participation are particularly strong and will be invaluable to students of health policy, health studies and health service research' - Professor Michael Calnan, University of Bristol Written by leading academics in their field, this book provides a clear and considered overview of the politics of health care in Britain. Bringing together a wide range of material on both past events and recent developments, the chapters cover issues such as the politics of health professionalism, clinical knowledge and organisation and management. Each chapter offers a a unique combination of theory, historical detail and analysis of contemporary events. It features case studies to illustrate how policy has evolved and developed in recent years, and the implications these changes have for practice. Written in an accessible style the chapters also include comprehensive introductions, summaries and further reading sections. The final chapter is based on three detailed case studies that illuminate the tensions and debates discussed throughout the book. The Politics of Healthcare in Britain is a timely and authoritative textbook that covers a key topic of the curriculum whilst also contributing to topical debates. The book will be essential reading for students of social policy, health policy, public policy and nursing. It will also be of interest to policy makers and practitioners in the field of health care.
The Politics of Maternity
by Rosemary Mander Jo Murphy-LawlessThe evidence surrounding the skills and approaches to support good birth has grown exponentially over the last two decades, but so too have the obstacles facing women and midwives who strive to achieve good birth. This new book critically explores the complex issues surrounding contemporary childbirth practices in a climate which is ever more medicalised amidst greater insecurity at broad social and political levels. The authors offer a rigorous, and thought-provoking, analysis of current clinical, managerial and policy-making environments, and how they have prevented sustaining the kind of progress we need. The Politics of Maternity explores the most hopeful developments such as the abundant evidence for one-to-one care for women, and sets these accounts against the background of changes in health service organisation and provision that block these approaches from becoming an everyday occurrence for women giving birth. The book sets out the case for renewed attention to the politics of childbirth and what this politics must entail if we are to give birth back to women. Designed to help professionals cope with the transition from education to the reality of the system within which they learn and practise, this inspiring book will help to assist them to function and care effectively in a changing health care environment.
The Politics of Physical Activity (Routledge Research in Physical Activity and Health)
by Joe PigginDefining ‘politics’ as contests over ideas, values and visions about what a physically active society could be, this book uses critical analysis to challenge accepted truths about physical activity and therefore opens up a pathway to more effective, and more socially just, physical activity policy. Critiquing global and national physical activity policies which are arguing for significant change to societies around the world, The Politics of Physical Activity presents empirical case studies to illustrate the political dimensions of advocating for physical activity promotion, including discussions of resourcing difficulties, conflicts of interest and opportunity costs. It explores physical activity as a multi-sectoral tool that is being applied to political ideas and policy goals as varied as education, sustainability and social cohesion, and asks what good physical activity really looks like. This is important and provocative reading for any student, researcher, practitioner or policy maker with an interest in physical activity, public health or public policy.
The Politics of Sleep
by Simon J. WilliamsWhy has sleep become increasingly politicized in contemporary society? This book provides an account of the politics of sleep in the late modern age. The future of sleep has become contested and uncertain: something to be defended, downsized or even perhaps (one day) done away with altogether.
The Politics of Stupid
by Susan PowterSusan Powter is back with her finest work yet! The Politics of Stupid is a revolutionary weight-loss program that shows people how they can reclaim their bodies and their brains. From food manufacturers to huge government lobbies to the fitness and diet industries, Powter illuminates why obesity is epidemic, and why millions of people are suffering the unnecessary consequences of being overfat and unfit. Inside this book you will learn: Who is the most powerful consumer in America's $276 billion food industry. Susan Powter's Lifestyle X-change program -- a revolutionary, interactive Web-supported program that tells the simple truth about weight loss and is refreshingly Susan Powter. How to motivate yourself to perform thirty minutes of regular cardio and strength training six days a week and achieve maximum results! With outrageous, uproarious humor that is Susan's trademark style, The Politics of Stupid is ultimately Susan's real-life, commonsense approach to weight loss. Readers will find she is "Stopping the Insanity" better than ever!
Politics of the Womb: Women, Reproduction, and the State in Kenya
by Lynn M. ThomasIn more than a metaphorical sense, the womb has proven to be an important site of political struggle in and about Africa. By examining the political significance--and complex ramifications--of reproductive controversies in twentieth-century Kenya, this book explores why and how control of female initiation, abortion, childbirth, and premarital pregnancy have been crucial to the exercise of colonial and postcolonial power. This innovative book enriches the study of gender, reproduction, sexuality, and African history by revealing how reproductive controversies challenged long-standing social hierarchies and contributed to the construction of new ones that continue to influence the fraught politics of abortion, birth control, female genital cutting, and HIV/AIDS in Africa.
The Politics of Women’s Health Care in the United States
by Marian Lief Palley Howard A. PalleyA look at how the women's health agenda has been reframed in the past several decades.
Polly's Absolutely Worst Birthday Ever
by Frances ThomasPolly comes down with the chickenpox just in time for her ninth birthday.
The Poltergeist
by William G. RollOne bit a woman, leaving puncture wounds all over her body. Another attacked the contents of a warehouse full of glasses and mugs. Yet another lifted furniture into the air, then sent objects flying in another house. These are some of the strange and sometimes terrifying cases collected by poltergeist investigator William Roll. A parapsychologist, Roll studies these "noisy ghosts" to understand what they are and why they do what they do.
Poltergeist Over England: Three Centuries Of Mischievous Ghosts (The Paranormal)
by Harry PriceAn extensive study of poltergeist phenomena which covers many historical cases researched from Price's own extensive occult library such as the Tedworth Drummer, Hinton Ampner, Willington Mill and the Bealings Bells as well as featuring cases with which Harry Price had personal involvement, namely Stella C, Eleonore Zungun, the Battersea poltergeist house & Borley Rectory.Harry Price begins by introducing readers to poltergeists, explaining what poltergeists actually are, the historical background around poltegeists, and what they do, before discussing specific poltergeist cases. With 12 photographs and accompanying explanatory commentaries, showing various places of poltergeist sightings, as well as a photograph of a poltergeist subject, this ebook will leave you full of knowledge and intrigue surrounding poltergeist phenomena.The Paranormal, the new ebook series from F&W Media International Ltd, resurrecting rare titles, classic publications and out-of-print texts, as well as new ebook titles on the supernatural - other-worldly books for the digital age. The series includes a range of paranormal subjects from angels, fairies and UFOs to near-death experiences, vampires, ghosts and witchcraft.
Poltergeists: True Encounters With The World Beyond (True Encounters with the World Beyond #8)
by Hans HolzerParanormal expert Hanz Holzer investigates some of the most famous poltergeists in history Poltergeist is a German term that translates simply to “noisy ghost.” One of the main characteristics of a poltergeist is its high level of activity; it often manifests itself by moving or even throwing objects. Professor Hans Holzer reexamines these most menacing of hauntings, including the famous case of the Bell Witch of Tennessee, a nineteenth-century spirit, and the Millbrae Poltergeist, which crashes around a suburban home.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Current and Emerging Concepts
by Lubna Pal David B. SeiferNow in a completely newly revised and expanded second edition, this comprehensive text presents the current state of the art in our understanding and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the most common hormonal disorder of reproductive aged women. The numerous bothersome symptoms of PCOS include menstrual irregularities, hirsutism, acne, scalp hair thinning, weigh excess and infertility; additionally, as they age, women with PCOS are at a higher risk for metabolic abnormalities such as diabetes and dyslipidemias, as well as for cardiovascular disease and even certain cancers. Despite improvements in our understanding of this condition, the exact cause/s of PCOS remain elusive; genetic, hormonal, metabolic and environmental underpinnings are all suggested as relevant. All chapters have been updated, with eight new chapters added across seven thematic sections. Part one discusses the epidemiology of PCOS in both adults and adolescents. Part two covers the pathophysiology of PCOS, including genetics, the hypothalamo-pituitary-ovarian and the hypothalamo-pituitary-adrenal axes, insulin resistance, inflammation, and obesity. The next three sections present the various management strategies, medical and surgical, for harnessing the symptomatology, including PCOS-related infertility; these chapters include added case material to provide real-world examples of the treatments in action and their efficacy. Part six covers the comorbidities that women with PCOS commonly encounter, such as issues of mental health, sleep disturbances, endometrial hyperplasia, and cancer, as well as examines the economic burden of PCOS. The final section discusses emerging concepts surrounding possible mechanisms and potential therapeutic approaches to PCOS, including angiogenic dysfunction, the role of vitamin D, future potential therapies to targeted AMH signaling. The closing chapter, by familiarizing the readers with the intergenerational implications of PCOS and by raising awareness of potential “ripple effects”, aims at alerting the community on a need for vigilance as regards the health of PCOS progeny. With contributions from leaders in the field, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Second Edition remains the gold-standard text on this common medical condition and a valuable resource for the wide range of healthcare professionals engaged in caring for the women with PCOS (including but not limited to reproductive endocrinologists, gynecologists, family physicians, dermatologists, mental health professionals), for the aspiring women's health providers of tomorrow, and for the researchers who are striving to unravel the mysteries of the complex entity that PCOS is.
Pon Fin A Tu Apetito Emocional
by The BlokeheadEste libro pretende equiparte con las habilidades necesarias para acabar con el apetito emocional en 30 días. Aprenderás alternativas más saludables que te pueden ayudar con los sentimientos negativos que detonan tus antojos de comida no saludable, cuando estás estresado emocionalmente. Hay, en verdad, esperanza para los que comen por sus emociones.
Ponte en tu piel: Consejos sobre Skincare y estilo de vida para lucir una piel sana y bonita
by Natalia JiménezUna guía para aprender a cuidar tu piel. La piel es el órgano más grande y visible del cuerpo humano. Todos envejecemos, pero es posible hacerlo de forma sana y natural. Por eso, la dermatóloga Natalia Jiménez ha creado una guía fácil y muy completa con las claves para lucir una piel bonita: estilo de vida, alimentación, ejercicio físico y skincare. Un manual para aprender a cuidar nuestra piel de manera efectiva: cuáles son los ingredientes perfectos que tienes que encontrar en una crema, cómo leer una etiqueta correctamente, la importancia del fotoprotector como antiaging, los mejores tratamientos estéticos quirúrgicos y no quirúrgicos y la rutina ideal de cuidado para cara y cuerpo. Un completo libro en el que una de las dermatólogas más prestigiosas de nuestro país nos ayuda a ponernos en nuestra piel. Mi objetivo a lo largo de este libro es dar un enfoque diferente sobre el cuidado de la piel y el proceso de envejecimiento: veremos cómo funciona cada tratamiento, qué es efectivo y en qué no merece la pena invertir. Además, intentaré sustituir el concepto antiaging, que tiene claras connotaciones negativas, por el de better aging: porque envejecer de una forma saludable es posible. La filosofía better aging está ganando terreno en la actualidad, como forma más coherente y respetuosa de cuidarnos con el paso de los años. Mi libro busca ser un manifiesto de esta corriente y acercar al lector todos los secretos del cuidado de la piel, basados en los estudios científicos y en mi experiencia personal en la consulta.
Poop or Get Off the Potty!
by Margaret McNamaraWhen Mason and Mia were babies, they pooped a lot—always in their diapers.Now that they're big kids, it's time to use the potty. But what is the potty for?Naps? NO.Books? NO.Playing the drums? No, no, no!Mason and Mia look ahead to official big-kid territory in Poop or Get off the Potty!, this hilarious, instructive story from with special emphasis on that momentous toddler milestone: pooping in the potty!
The Poop Song
by Eric LitwinA satisfyingly silly picture book sing-along about pooping—a topic kids find hilarious and parents find necessary!Discover how cats, pelicans, space aliens, and even dinosaurs poop in this rollicking, rhyming verse that's sure to elicit giggles. With plenty of hilarious pictures and a catchy chorus that encourages young children to use the toilet, this laugh-out-loud story is the go-to potty training book that every family needs.• A playful approach to potty training• Full of humor that is silly, not disgusting• From the bestselling author of Pete the Cat: I Love my White ShoesEverybody's pooping all day long. That's why we sing the pooping song!A former elementary school teacher, Eric Litwin's books interweave traditional reading methods with music and movement to make learning fun and effective.• Children's books for kids ages 2–4• Perfect for families potty training• Great for fans of silly picture books
Poor Eaters: Helping Children Who Refuse To Eat
by Joel Macht Edward Goldson Sharon Felber TaylorAn accessible overview of anxiety, anxiety disorders, and the effectiveness of various behavioral and drug treatments. .
Pope Benedict XVI
by Stephen MansfieldWhile often regarded as a conservative influence on the church, the Pope and his story defy easy categorization, argues bestselling author Stephen Mansfield. John Paul became a priest only after attending an underground seminary during the Nazi occupation of Poland. To keep his national culture alive during those dark years, young Karol started an outlawed theater troupe. He became a poet and a playwright, and, even after gaining an international reputation as a theologian, he still kept the artist's touch. Mansfield vividly recalls the Pope as the churchman whose courage helped to bring down communism, as the world figure who visited his would-be assassin's prison cell to extend forgiveness, and as the theologically conservative icon who fought for the poor and against the corruptions of capitalism more than any other world leader of his time. He is the first pope to enter a synagogue, the first to apologize for the Holocaust, and the first to visit a concentration camp. What is certain, says Mansfield, is that Pope John Paul II has had a decisive impact on our times, and not only as a religious leader: He has shaped our world as a philosopher, a statesman, an artist, and a "great soul. " In Pope John Paul II, Mansfield examines the Pope's influence on the world specifically from the perspective of a non-Catholic-a committed Christian without fealty to Rome. Mansfield's academic depth, his poetic but widely accessible writing style, and his ability to render complex religious ideas understandable to the non-religious, lend his treatment of Pope John Paul II significance for readers of all philosophies and faiths.
Popper the Poltergeist: The First Haunting Shown on TV (Real-Life Ghost Stories)
by Megan AtwoodIn February 1958, the Herrmann family began to experience strange events at their home in Seaford, New York. The first occurrences were harmless--just caps popping off of bottles. But soon things escalated. Dishes were smashed, bookshelves toppled over, and objects moved. Could these unexplained events have been the work of a devious poltergeist named Popper?
Poppy: The Genus Papaver
by Jenõ BernáthPoppy, the third volume in the series Medicinal and Aromatic Plants - Industrial Profiles presents up-to-date information on Poppy and related species. The introduction emphasizes the importance of Poppy, giving a historical evaluation. in the chapters describing the botany and taxonomy of the genus some novel aspects are discussed, e.g., special m
The Popular Practice of Yoga (Routledge Library Editions: Yoga #6)
by K.V. MulbagalaThis book, first published in 1935, is an early western study of the practice of yoga. It examines the theories of yoga, and attempts to understand and explain its philosophy and beliefs.
Population Health in America (Sociology in the Twenty-First Century #5)
by Robert A. Hummer Erin R. HamiltonIn this engaging and accessibly written book, Population Health in America weaves demographic data with social theory and research to help students understand health patterns and trends in the U.S. population. While life expectancy was estimated to be just 37 years in the United States in 1870, today it is more than twice as long, at over 78 years. Yet today, life expectancy in the U.S. lags behind almost all other wealthy countries. Within the U.S., there are substantial social inequalities in health and mortality: women live longer but less healthier lives than men; African Americans and Native Americans live far shorter lives than Asian Americans and White Americans; and socioeconomic inequalities in health have been widening over the past 20 years. What accounts for these population health patterns and trends? Inviting students to delve into population health trends and disparities, demographers Robert Hummer and Erin Hamilton provide an easily understandable historical and contemporary portrait of U.S. population health. Perfect for courses such as population health, medical or health sociology, social epidemiology, health disparities, demography, and others, as well as for academic researchers and lay persons interested in better understanding the overall health of the country, Population Health in America also challenges students, academics, and the public to understand current health policy priorities and to ask whether considerably different directions are needed.
Por fin duermo: El método definitivo para un buen descanso
by Dra. Nuria RoureRecupera tus noches de sueño y tu energía con el método Duerme, Descansa, Vive. La guía definitiva para dormir bien, por una de las mayores expertas y divulgadoras de España. Si existe una conducta que todos realizamos es dormir. Todos dormimos, mejor o peor, más o menos horas, porque el sueño es necesario para la vida. No obstante, parece que dormir bien ya no es lo natural para las personas. Datos de la Organización Mundial de la Salud estiman que la mitad la población mundial duerme mal y se prevé que esta cifra vaya en aumento si no se modifican los hábitos y el estilo de vida que llevamos actualmente en las sociedades modernas. En Por fin duermo, la doctora Nuria Roure convierte en libro el método propio que lleva quince años utilizando para ayudar a cientos de personas de todas las edades (niños, adolescentes, adultos y ancianos) a tener un sueño más reparador y a despertarse descansadas, con más energía y mejor humor. El libro nos ofrece las pautas y estrategias que, en poco tiempo, asegurarán un cambio en nuestro descanso y nos ayudarán a mejorar nuestra salud y rendimiento diario, así como a paliar enfermedades como las migrañas, la hipertensión, la obesidad, el estrés o la depresión.
¿Por qué algunos swamis son gordos?
by Ava Greene“¿Por qué algunos swamis son gordos?” es un acercamiento informal a la búsqueda de la verdad. Iluminación y verdad —¿qué son y dónde están? W. M. Raebeck, instructora de yoga californiana, lleva su alma hacia una búsqueda que es tanto espontánea como agonizante. Sus vociferaciones de media noche —que incluyen realizaciones lúcidas, preguntas cósmicas, y desvíos extravagantes— nos guían con facilidad. Y aún así, el “amanecer” metafísico que tanto anhela, se mantiene lejos de su alcance. No es hasta que Raebeck, con impotencia, admite que no está llegando a ningún lugar, que una verdadera calma se instala en ella. Es entonces cuando se tropieza con la escena de su búsqueda: esa entrega (desde nuestros propios diseños) puede ser el camino más directo, mientras que intentarlo demasiado puede llevar a más de lo mismo. “¿Por qué algunos swamis son gordos?” es una mirada no tan seria hacia lo sagrado. Te perderás y te encontrarás en la escritura pura y enérgica de W. M. Raebeck. Su candor te acerca hacia tu voz interior. Y su tracción valiente no deja de traerte al momento presente, la experiencia escurridiza que más importa. Fragmento: La "iluminación", es solo una herramienta. Lo que haces con ella, cómo la usas para hacer la paz, cómo sirves al universo, ese es el próximo paso. Algunas personas no tienen que esforzarse para hacer estas cosas. Como lanzar timidamente la pelota sobre la cerca, sus vidas se tiñen con esa devoción desde el principio —pescadores griegos, cultivadores de arroz en Indonesia, esos que no pierden ni un minuto, se levantan con el sol y realizan el trabajo del día, de manera cíclica como la naturaleza. Avanzan inocentemente por el calendario, década tras década, se casan, son padres, envejecen, y luego mueren; lanzan la pelota fuera de la zona de juego con el primer golpe; caminan por las bases. No se sienten ni cansados ni parte del problema. En algún mom
¿Por qué engordamos?: El mejor método para eliminar la grasa
by María Dolores SaavedraLa dietista de Carlota Corredera te da las claves de la nutrición para encontrar una dieta saludable y ajustada a tu cuerpo y edad. Todos queremos sentirnos bien y proyectar una imagen saludable. <P><P>Sin embargo, la obesidad, y sobre todo la infantil, crece de forma alarmante en el mundo civilizado, hasta el punto de que la OMS la define como la «epidemia del siglo XXI». <P><P>¿Qué está pasando? ¿Han cambiado tanto nuestras costumbres para justificar que actualmente 1 de cada 3 españoles sea obeso? ¿Por qué nos cuesta tanto adelgazar? ¿Por qué no funcionan las dietas? ¿Es bueno ayunar? ¿Qué debemos cenar? <P><P>La doctora Saavedra, especialista en genética médica y endocrinología, nos explica, de forma pormenorizada y clara, por qué engordamos, y nos advierte de la importancia de escoger bien los alimentos que comemos en cada momento del día para olvidarnos de la báscula y del temido recuento de las calorías para siempre. <P><P>El libro incorpora además incontables consejos prácticos y de hábitos de conducta saludables, y concluye con ejemplos de menús para empezar cuanto antes una dieta equilibrada, sana y, sobre todo, definitiva.
¿Por qué engordamos?: El mejor método para eliminar la grasa
by María Dolores SaavedraLa dietista de Carlota Corredera te da las claves de la nutrición para encontrar una dieta saludable y ajustada a tu cuerpo y edad. Todos queremos sentirnos bien y proyectar una imagen saludable. Sin embargo, la obesidad, y sobre todo la infantil, crece de forma alarmante en el mundo civilizado, hasta el punto de que la OMS la define como la «epidemia del siglo XXI». ¿Qué está pasando? ¿Han cambiado tanto nuestras costumbres para justificar que actualmente 1 de cada 3 españoles sea obeso? ¿Por qué nos cuesta tanto adelgazar? ¿Por qué no funcionan las dietas? ¿Es bueno ayunar? ¿Qué debemos cenar? La doctora Saavedra, especialista en genética médica y endocrinología, nos explica, de forma pormenorizada y clara, por qué engordamos, y nos advierte de la importancia de escoger bien los alimentos que comemos en cada momento del día para olvidarnos de la báscula y del temido recuento de las calorías para siempre. El libro incorpora además incontables consejos prácticos y de hábitos de conducta saludables, y concluye con ejemplos de menús para empezar cuanto antes una dieta equilibrada, sana y, sobre todo, definitiva.
¿Por qué engordamos?: Y qué hacer al respecto
by Gary TaubesAhora disponible en español, ¿Por qué engordamos? (Why We Get Fat) mejora nuestra comprensión acerca de las calorías, grasas, carbohidratos, colesterol, resistencia a la insulina, metabolismo, ejercicios, genética y la epidemia de obesidad. Con una dieta fácil de seguir, esta es una guía esencial y completa para el manejo de la nutrición y el peso, del autor de bestsellers del New York Times Gary Taubes. Taubes revisita la apremiante pregunta de qué nos hace engordar y cómo podemos cambiar. Revela la pésima ciencia nutricional del último siglo—nada más perjudicial o desacertado que el modelo de "calorías que ingieres, calorías que gastas"—y la buena ciencia que ha sido ignorada, especialmente con relación a la regulación de la insulina de nuestro tejido adiposo. También responde las preguntas más persistentes: ¿Por qué algunas personas son delgadas y otras gordas? ¿Qué papel juegan la genética y los ejercicios en nuestro peso? ¿Qué alimentos debemos comer y qué alimentos debemos evitar? Persuasivo, directo y práctico, ¿Por qué engordamos? hace accesible a una mayor audiencia el argumento crucial del autor.
¿Por qué engordamos?
by Gary Taubes¿Por qué algunas personas son delgadas y otras gordas? ¿Qué papel juegan la genética y los ejercicios en nuestro peso? ¿Qué alimentos debemos comer y qué alimentos debemos evitar? ¿Por qué engordamos? responde estas preguntas y mejora nuestra comprension acerca de las calorias, grasas, carbohidratos, colesterol, resistencia a la insulina, metabolismo, ejecicios, genética y la epidemia de obesidad. Taubes reconsidera la apremiante pregunta sobre qué nos hace engordar y cómo podemos cambiar, pone en evidencia la errónea ciencia de la nutrición del último siglo nada más equivocado que el modelo de "calorías que ingieres, calorías que gastas" presentando la ciencia correcta que ha sido ignorada, especialmente en relación con la regulación de la insulina de nuestro tejido adiposo. Persuasivo, directo y práctico, ¿Por qué engordamos? es una guía esencial para la nutrición y el control de peso.
¿Por qué es importante ser feliz?: Descubre cómo el poder de la alegría le da energía a tu vida
by Peter Jennings¿Por qué es importante ser feliz" presenta personas de Estados Unidos, Canadá, Asia, Australi y Europa que nos revelan lo que la felicidad significa para ellos y por qué es importante. También conocerás investigadores internacionales que estudian la Psicología Positiva. Peter Jennigs es el aclamado autor de "Ataque de Tiburón. Una asombrosa historia de sobrevivencia". (sharkassault.com).
Por qué meditar: Ciencia y páctica de la claridad y la compasión
by Daniel Goleman Tsoknyi RinpocheEsta guía te ayudará no solo a liberarte de patrones negativos de pensamiento y comportamiento, sino a abrazar radicalmente tu propio ser La importancia de la meditación ha crecido en los últimos años en Occidente. Ha pasado de ser una moda a un hábito de millones. Sin embargo, aún hay muchas cosas por aclarar en torno a su práctica. Daniel Goleman, autor del bestseller La inteligencia emocional, y el renombrado maestro de meditación Tsoknyi Rinpoche nos invitan a revolucionar nuestra salud, a mejorar nuestras relaciones y a disfrutar de los innumerables beneficios de practicar las artes meditativas. Por qué meditar aporta útiles consejos y explicaciones profundas que vienen tanto de los descubrimientos de las neurociencias como de la gran sabiduría de la tradición oriental. Ya sea que busques iniciarte en la meditación, que solo quieras un antídoto para reducir el estrés y controlar tus emociones negativas, o que seas un meditador experimentado que busca mayor comprensión, en estas páginas encontrarás respuestas que van desde el beneficio inmediato de incrementar la atención hasta experimentar una creciente sensación de libertad interior que únicamente la correcta práctica de la meditación te puede ofrecer.
Por que meu filho ainda não fala?
by Ana Paula Nascimento Lisa ChenTodas as crianças se desenvolvem de maneira diferente e no seu próprio ritmo. Mas e se a criança tiver dois ou três anos e ainda não falar? E se todo mundo disser para não se preocupar que a criança falaria quando estivesse pronta? Lisa Chen passou por esse exato problema com sua filha. Ao redor, todos lhe davam uma opinião diferente mas ela seguiu o conselho de um profissional e conseguiu a ajuda que precisava. O desejo de Lisa agora é permitir que pais e famílias que passam pelo mesmo problema que sua filha, encontrem ajuda cedo para assim, ajudar mais crianças. No entanto, nem toda criança terá os mesmos sintomas ou resultados que a filha de Lisa teve. Lisa escreveu este livro apenas para fins informativos. Por favor, obtenha assistência médica e profissional para opiniões sobre a saúde e o bem-estar dos seus entes queridos.
¿Por qué mi hijo no habla?
by Lisa Chen Facundo AgüeroEsta historia está basada en hechos reales y es una obra creativa de no ficción. Los sucesos relatados son reales pero en algunos casos se han modificado para darle más efecto o se han minimizado para proteger a las personas involucradas de forma directa. A pesar de que el autor y la editorial han hecho lo posible para asegurarse de que la información de este libro sea correcta a la hora de imprimirlo, el autor y la editorial no se hacen responsables y por la presente se desligan de toda responsabilidad por pérdida, daño o alteración causados por errores u omisiones, ya sea que los errores u omisiones sean consecuencia de negligencia, accidente o cualquier otra causa. La información que contiene este libro digital es únicamente para fines informativos generales. La intención de este libro no es reemplazar el consejo profesional de médicos, expertos y/o terapeutas. El lector debería, con regularidad, consultar con un médico por temas relacionados con su hijo/a y en particular con respecto a síntomas que puedan requerir un diagnóstico o atención médica. Ninguna parte de este libro digital podrá ser duplicada o transmitida de ninguna manera o por ningún medio, ya sea electrónico o mecánico, incluyendo fotocopia, grabación o por ningún sistema de almacenamiento de información o de recuperación sin el consentimiento escrito del autor.
¿por qué no puedo comer?
by Karolina LamaUn libro lleno de actividades que te ayudarán a sanar tu hambre emocional. Hay momentos en que la comida se convierte en una aliada indiscutible a la hora de manejar nuestras emociones; nos calma, nos da algo de qué preocuparnos e incluso nos puede ayudar a acercarnos a nuestros seres queridos. Lo hemos visto en miles de películas, ¿qué corazón roto no se cura con un poco de chocolate y helado? El problema comienza cuando esto se convierte en nuestro único mecanismo de defensa y no podemos parar de comer, lo que nos lleva a sentirnos inseguras con nuestro cuerpo y a enfermarnos. Karolina Lama, psicóloga que se ha especializado en este tipo de relaciones con la comida, nos invita a hacer un recorrido por nuestras vidas en este libro, que se convertirá en tu compañero y diario personal, gracias al que entenderás dónde nace esa hambre emocional, cómo aceptar que es parte de tu vida y qué hacer para sanar y conseguir tu peso sustentable, ese que te hace sentir bien sin convertirse en una lucha constante con los números.
Los porqués del insomnio: Sus causas biológicas y psicológicas. Propuestas de solución
by Martha Alicia Chávez¿Estás cansado de no poder dormir? ¿Consideras que has intentado hacer todo para eliminar el insomnio de tu vida? ¿Conoces las causas biológicas y psicológicas que lo provocan? ¿Crees que no tiene solución? Este libro es lo que necesitas. Martha Alicia Chávez, autora bestseller y reconocida psicoterapeuta, regresa con Los porqués del insomnio para queconozcamos de fondo qué significa el sueño, cuáles son sus ciclos, qué es lo que nos afecta para poder dormir bien, cuáles son sus causas posibles tanto físicas como psicológicas, ejemplificadas con casos reales, para que logremos obtener un descanso profundo, sus beneficios y borremos de nuestras vidas los fantasmas que pueden aquejarnos para vivir este mal. Un libro que es una gran herramienta con distintas propuestas para que cada uno de nosotros decida el camino que más resuena con quienes somos.