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Rock My Soul: Black People and Self-Esteem
by bell hooksFrom the late feminist icon and New York Times bestselling author of All About Love, an in-depth look at one of the most critical issues facing Black Americans: a collective wounded self-esteem that has prevailed from slavery to the present day, with a new introduction by Tressie McMillan Cottom, author of Thick.Why do so many Black Americans—whether privileged or poor, urban or suburban, young or old—live in a state of chronic anxiety, fear, and shame? Rock My Soul: Black People and Self-Esteem breaks through collective denial and dares to imagine a more liberatory framework for understanding &“self and identity in a world where loss is commonplace.&” With visionary insight, hooks exposes the underlying reality that it has been difficult—if not impossible—for our nation to create a culture that promotes and sustains healthy self-esteem. Without self-esteem people begin to lose their sense of agency. They feel powerless. But it is never too late for any of us to acquire the healthy self-esteem that is needed for a fulfilling life. While originally written in 2002, hooks&’ insights into the heart and soul of the Black American identity crisis continue to ring true. Through history, pop culture criticism, and hard-won wisdom, hooks writes about what it takes to heal the scars of the past, promote and maintain self-esteem, and lay down the roots for a truly grounded sense of community and collectivity. Moving beyond the ways historical racial justice movements have failed, hooks also identifies diverse psychological barriers and collective traumas keeping us from well-being. In highlighting the roles of desegregation, education, the absence of progressive parenting, spiritual crisis, or fundamental breakdowns in communication between Black women and men, bell hooks identifies mental health as a revolutionary frontier—and provides guidance for healing within the Black community.
Emergence of Consciousness: Death of the Ego
by Zulma Reyo&“The truth is that you are constantly dying.&” In this remarkable work, leading spiritual educator Zulma Reyo explores the fundamental processes of death and rebirth to explain how we can learn to respond to death, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.In Emergence of Conciousness, spiritual educator Zulma Reyo draws on over four decades of experience exploring the profound themes of death and rebirth. This book is a culmination of her life's work, weaving together insights from diverse traditions, revered spiritual classics, and deep personal reflection.You will be guided through the essential processes of accepting and preparing for both physical death and the transformative journey of ego death while you are still alive. By embracing these thresholds, you will uncover profound lessons about your true self and the beauty of transformation.Emergence of Consciousness is not just about the end of life: it is a powerful invitation to go deeply within and prepare for a rebirth that redefines your existence. With patient wisdom, meditative practices, and practical exercises, this essential handbook illuminates the path to embracing your inevitable journey home—one that leads to a profound renewal of spirit and purpose.Prepare to explore the true extent of your being and emerge transformed, ready to live fully and authentically.
So Much More: A Poignant Memoir about Finding Love, Fighting Adversity, and Defining Life on My Own Terms
by Zulema Arroyo FarleyThe Last Lecture meets The Bright Hour in this poignant account of how the Latina Medium, Zulema Arroyo Farley, lives life to the fullest, refusing to let a rare form of cancer and chronic illnesses determine her destiny.On Zulema’s fourth date with the man who is now her husband, they created a “Life List” of adventures they would share together; from skydiving, to luxurious trips around the world, and as wine collectors, traveling the wine regions to meet their favorite producers. Wildly successful and in love, Zulema was living a fairy tale. But, two years into their marriage, the Life List took on a shocking urgency when she was diagnosed with sarcoma, an exceedingly rare and incurable form of cancer, along with a host of other complex and mysterious medical conditions. Challenged, but undaunted, Zulema relied on herself and those around her to summon the courage to face her illnesses head on, while never forgetting to embrace the spirit of the Life List with every passing day. Despite excruciating physical and mental pain, setbacks, and personal struggles, Zulema is determined to not leave a second of life unexperienced. And in this new life chapter, she reveals a long-kept secret: She’s a psychic medium. After years of seeing, hearing, and sensing presences that others couldn’t see, she learns how to trust them through her hardest times and channels her gift to serve for the good of all concerned. Her spirit guides and life wisdom will help readers embrace her most important vision: There is always so much more to live, to love, to learn, and to create.
The Goddess in the Office: A Personal Energy Guide for the Spiritual Warrior at Work
by Zsuzsanna E. BudapestWise, whimsical, witty, and, when it's called for, deliciously wicked, America's favorite witch stirs up an empowering brew for working women everywhere. From receptionist to CEO and everyone in between, what woman wouldn't want to improve something (or many things) about her hectic seven-day work week? In this gift worthy guide, Z. Budapest combines down-to-earth tips and traditional magic to help women employ their powers to: * get a raise * increase productivity * repel sexual harassment * protect computer data * and much more!
Pius XI: The Pope and the Man
by Zsolt AradiAn appealing and readable life of one of the greatest men of the early twentieth century: Pius XI as he appeared on the stage of history, and Pius the man as his closest friends knew and loved him.Pope Pius XI (born Ambrogio Damiano Achille Ratti: 31 May 1857 - 10 February 1939) reigned as Pope from 6 February 1922 to his death in 1939. He was the first sovereign of Vatican City from its creation as an independent state on 11 February 1929. He took as his papal motto, “Pax Christi in Regno Christi,” translated “The Peace of Christ in the Kingdom of Christ.”Pius XI issued numerous encyclicals, and to establish or maintain the position of the Catholic Church, he concluded a record number of concordats, including the Reichskonkordat with Germany. During his pontificate, the longstanding hostility with the Italian government over the status of the papacy and the Church in Italy was successfully resolved in the Lateran Treaty of 1929.He canonized important saints, including Thomas More, Petrus Canisius, Konrad von Parzham, Andrew Bobola and Don Bosco. He beatified and canonized Thérèse de Lisieux, for whom he held special reverence, and gave equivalent canonization to Albertus Magnus, naming him a Doctor of the Church due to the spiritual power of his writings.Pius XI created the feast of Christ the King in response to anti-clericalism. He took a strong interest in fostering the participation of lay people throughout the Catholic Church, especially in the Catholic Action movement. The end of his pontificate was dominated by speaking out against Hitler and Mussolini and defending the Catholic Church from intrusions into Catholic life and education.He died on 10 February 1939 in the Apostolic Palace and is buried in the Papal Grotto of Saint Peter’s Basilica.
A Weekend in Hades’ Office
by Zsa Zsa TudosA multidimensional existence of earthlings from a macrocosmic view. First in the series of seven The first generation soul Hera - who teaches holistic studies on Earth where she is called Zeta - sends a student up to brother Hades to learn about the universal law and life. Through Mabek's multidimensional travelling Earth becomes only one of the planets in the macrocosm. The broadened horizon brings questions and doubts into his Earthly existence. Being on Ursa Major while living on Earth could make anybody crack however Mabek's curiosity is endless, goes through dimension changes and star gates to follow his task and to find the understanding he seeks. The answers to his questions come from Hades itself via the promised lessons and from Mabek's guide Linaha.The story is a simultaneous account of funny-happy-sad events concerning the same souls in different dimensions. It gives the reader a realistic view of the fights within and the interrelations of energies. You would never look at life the same way again. 5 Mabek's walk through star gates to reach his quarters. On the road he meets his guide, Linaha 6 Zeta, Lenny and Christie discuss the soul giving procedure 7 Hades ponders about the past and present. Tati, his computer is introduced 8 We meet the Earthly Mabek called Zoltan 9 Mabek's doubts about the importance of learning. He also finds the bathroom 10. Zeta's feelings on Earth and Aurora's visit. 11. Hades contacts his wife, Ariadne. The Orion headquarters 12. Mabek and Linaha to organize his thoughts about multidimensional living 13. Zeta faces her past in order to clear the present 14. Mabek meets his earthly astral body 15. Zeta remembers her ex-husband Tamas, who is the earthly soul of Hades. 16. The Alfa & Omega Council on Orion 16th 17. Zeta's communication with the 4th magus, Mekhtani 18. Hades clears happenings in the past 19. Mabek's confusion about timelessness 20. Lenny's questions about life, his guide and goddess Aurora 21. Mekhtani arranges the soul giving 22. Mabek gets ready for the first lesson 23. Hades and Mabek discuss the difference between idea and assumption 24. The students from the centre visit god Mardouk in the Sun 25. Hades arrives to the Council's meeting on Orion 26. Senses and feeling with boundaries. The Tantra exercise 27. Lenny visits the pyramids and the library on Galluba 28. Lesson about the soul, the present and the past 29. The Creator arrives to the Council meeting 30. Mabek and Linaha discuss the first lesson 31. Lenny talks to Zeta about his soul siblings 32. Hades and Mabek about the truth. Aurora's visit 33. Zeta's accounts of the situation on Earth at the end of the 5th Sun Age 34. Zeus explains Keta's situation and the creation 35. Hades finds past documents
Minimalism for Families: Practical Minimalist Living Strategies to Simplify Your Home and Life
by Zoë KimShare the joys of minimalism with your whole family.Make room for what really matters. Minimalism for Families shows you the real costs of the things you own and helps you discover that cutting non-essential items makes for a happier, more satisfying home and life.Spend less time stressing about your stuff and more time together. Filled with practical advice to help you and your family clear out your house, Minimalism for Families helps you build stronger bonds, spend more time together, and start enjoying the benefits of living clutter-free.Minimalism for Families includes:An introduction to minimalism—Find out what minimalism really is and how it can make for a happier household.A family approach—Discover how to handle family resistance and get everyone—including your children—to embrace minimalism.Practical, room-by-room advice—From the kitchen to kids' rooms, get easy-to-use tips for creating and keeping a simple home.Bring the benefits of minimalism to your loved ones with Minimalism for Families.
Self-Love in Action: Practical Ways to Bring Self-Compassion into Work, Relationships & Everyday Life
by Zoë CrookLearn practical ways to self-nurture, self-express and celebrate your unique path—at home, at work, and out in the world—with this compassionate, everyday guide to self-love.What is self-love? And what do our lives look like when we practice it? Self-Love in Action myth-busts the idea that to care for oneself is selfish, and instead provides actionable tools to put more time, energy, and compassion into everyday activities. (It's okay to take a breath, or five, before that next email.) This practical guide empowers readers to confront the past, examine the present, and transform the future by taking tiny, meaningful steps to reclaim self-appreciation and joie de vivre. Build confidence with small rituals that shift the focus from &“them&” to &“me&”—reminding you that true love flows from the inside, out. Implement &“Time to Practice&” exercises to pause, set boundaries, say &“no,&” and invest in yourself as you deepen your sense of self-worth. Take self-love quizzes to reflect on the ways current habits might impede self-love action. Explore case studies from clients who have overcome common hardships through their commitment to self-love.
The Baby Loss Guide: Practical and compassionate support with a day-by-day resource to navigate the path of grief
by Zoë Clark-CoatesWritten by one of the world's leading baby loss support experts, The Baby Loss Guide is designed to help you navigate this complex issue. Whether you have personally encountered loss, or are supporting people through this harrowing time, this book provides practical and compassionate advice.Zoe and her husband Andy have personally faced the loss of five babies. Out of their experiences came the charity The Mariposa Trust (more often known by its primary division Saying Goodbye), offering support to thousands of grieving parents and relatives around the world each week. In her first bestselling book, Saying Goodbye, Zoe wrote a moving account of their experiences and how they found a way through loss.In The Baby Loss Guide Zoe provides a supportive and practical guide to walk people through their darkest days of suffering and give them hope for the future. The first half of the book answers the many questions those who encounter loss ask themselves and others, which until now have resulted in people spending hours exploring the internet to gain answers and insight. It is interlaced with personal stories from both men and women who have been there, and tackles the many myths, taboos and assumptions around loss. It also provides clear guidance and advice on how to navigate life following your world imploding, such as: How do I return to work? How do I know if or when I should try again for more children? How do I communicate with my partner about loss?The second half of the book offers 60-days of practical and compassionate support. Whether someone's loss is recent or historic, this support is a precious gift that will help an individual walk the scary path of grief. Zoe's friendly and down to earth approach means she removes the often over used medical terminology, and this makes The Baby Loss Guide readable, easy to absorb and a vital source of information and help.
The Baby Loss Guide: Practical and compassionate support with a day-by-day resource to navigate the path of grief
by Zoë Clark-CoatesWritten by one of the world's leading baby loss support experts, The Baby Loss Guide is designed to help you navigate this complex issue. Whether you have personally encountered loss, or are supporting people through this harrowing time, this book provides practical and compassionate advice.Zoe and her husband Andy have personally faced the loss of five babies. Out of their experiences came the charity The Mariposa Trust (more often known by its primary division Saying Goodbye), offering support to thousands of grieving parents and relatives around the world each week. In her first bestselling book, Saying Goodbye, Zoe wrote a moving account of their experiences and how they found a way through loss.In The Baby Loss Guide Zoe provides a supportive and practical guide to walk people through their darkest days of suffering and give them hope for the future. The first half of the book answers the many questions those who encounter loss ask themselves and others, which until now have resulted in people spending hours exploring the internet to gain answers and insight. It is interlaced with personal stories from both men and women who have been there, and tackles the many myths, taboos and assumptions around loss. It also provides clear guidance and advice on how to navigate life following your world imploding, such as: How do I return to work? How do I know if or when I should try again for more children? How do I communicate with my partner about loss?The second half of the book offers 60-days of practical and compassionate support. Whether someone's loss is recent or historic, this support is a precious gift that will help an individual walk the scary path of grief. Zoe's friendly and down to earth approach means she removes the often over used medical terminology, and this makes The Baby Loss Guide readable, easy to absorb and a vital source of information and help.
Nearly There...: The ups and downs of a frequent latecomer
by Zoë BeatyWe all obsess about worrying less, but worrying can actually be good for you. Similarly we strive to be proactive and fast - but aren't there hidden benefits to procrastinating? The last thing a parent is meant to do is neglect their offspring, but children do amazing things when you just leave them alone. And at work we spend hours frantically brainstorming, but isn't there a benefit to just lazily staring out of the window? In this short piece, Zoe Beaty explores the benefits of being a frequent latecomer, and why not being on time might actually be the best thing for you.
Nearly There...: The ups and downs of a frequent latecomer (Everything Bad is Good for You #3)
by Zoë BeatyWe all obsess about worrying less, but worrying can actually be good for you. Similarly we strive to be proactive and fast - but aren't there hidden benefits to procrastinating? The last thing a parent is meant to do is neglect their offspring, but children do amazing things when you just leave them alone. And at work we spend hours frantically brainstorming, but isn't there a benefit to just lazily staring out of the window? In this short piece, Zoe Beaty explores the benefits of being a frequent latecomer, and why not being on time might actually be the best thing for you. EVERYTHING BAD IS GOOD FOR YOU is a new series of short pieces dedicated to the much-maligned personality traits that we should actually be promoting. Just as Susan Cain's QUIET showed that introversion is actually a superpower and Sarah Knight made us all realise that not giving a f**k can actually improve our lives, these surprising and entertaining audiobooks will celebrate our perceived flaws - and show why embracing rather than supressing them can be the difference between failure and success.
Nearly There...: The ups and downs of a frequent latecomer (Everything Bad is Good for You #3)
by Zoë BeatyWe all obsess about worrying less, but worrying can actually be good for you. Similarly we strive to be proactive and fast - but aren't there hidden benefits to procrastinating? The last thing a parent is meant to do is neglect their offspring, but children do amazing things when you just leave them alone. And at work we spend hours frantically brainstorming, but isn't there a benefit to just lazily staring out of the window? In this short piece, Zoe Beaty explores the benefits of being a frequent latecomer, and why not being on time might actually be the best thing for you. EVERYTHING BAD IS GOOD FOR YOU is a new series of short pieces dedicated to the much-maligned personality traits that we should actually be promoting. Just as Susan Cain's QUIET showed that introversion is actually a superpower and Sarah Knight made us all realise that not giving a f**k can actually improve our lives, these surprising and entertaining audiobooks will celebrate our perceived flaws - and show why embracing rather than supressing them can be the difference between failure and success.(P)2019 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Your Mental Health First Aid Kit: Quick and Easy Techniques for Coming Out of Lockdown
by Zoë Aston2020 has been a year of significant upheaval for many on a personal level. Our values and morals have been challenged, both internally and externally. Our ideas about who we are and our significance in the world have been destabilised, our boundaries have been questioned and our most intimate relationships - whether with ourselves or significant others - have become our only option to meet a variety of human needs. So it seems imperative to get some solution-based information to you now, so that you can recover from the rollercoaster we've all been riding and feel psychologically strong enough to embark on my five-week programme in Your Mental Health Workout™, publishing in May 2021.Zoë Aston's short ebook Your Mental Health First Aid Kit will support you to feel psychologically healthier using a range of therapeutic tools and solution-based actions, programmed in a way you may already be familiar with: a step-by-step workout.'This is a well developed pattern , a surefire plan, and a riveting must read, if success in your chosen field is important to you.' - Derrick Evans AKA Mr Motivator'Zoë's techniques are easy and give great results. I highly recommend Your Mental Health Workout™ to anyone who has the desire to improve their emotional health.' - Pixie Lott'I worked with Zoë for 6 months, prior to which I had always been quite sceptical about whether I would benefit from therapy. During that time she helped me to get to know myself, understand myself, and be kinder to myself.' - Dr Zoë Williams
Your Mental Health First Aid Kit: Quick and Easy Techniques for Coming Out of Lockdown
by Zoë Aston2020 has been a year of significant upheaval for many on a personal level. Our values and morals have been challenged, both internally and externally. Our ideas about who we are and our significance in the world have been destabilised, our boundaries have been questioned and our most intimate relationships - whether with ourselves or significant others - have become our only option to meet a variety of human needs. So it seems imperative to get some solution-based information to you now, so that you can recover from the rollercoaster we've all been riding and feel psychologically strong enough to embark on my five-week programme in Your Mental Health Workout™, publishing in May 2021.Zoë Aston's short ebook Your Mental Health First Aid Kit will support you to feel psychologically healthier using a range of therapeutic tools and solution-based actions, programmed in a way you may already be familiar with: a step-by-step workout.'This is a well developed pattern , a surefire plan, and a riveting must read, if success in your chosen field is important to you.' - Derrick Evans AKA Mr Motivator'Zoë's techniques are easy and give great results. I highly recommend Your Mental Health Workout™ to anyone who has the desire to improve their emotional health.' - Pixie Lott'I worked with Zoë for 6 months, prior to which I had always been quite sceptical about whether I would benefit from therapy. During that time she helped me to get to know myself, understand myself, and be kinder to myself.' - Dr Zoë Williams
Your Mental Health Workout: A 5 Week Programme to a Healthier, Happier Mind
by Zoë AstonIn just 5 weeks, you will come out of Your Mental Health Workout with a sharper mind, clearer-decision making skills and greater resilience.Your Mental Health Workout™ provides you with exercises, tools, affirmations and expert guidance so you can start looking after your mental health for the long term. Zoë Aston, psychotherapist and mental health consultant to many high-profile individuals, has devised a ground-breaking 5-week schedule to help you build mental muscle; she incorporates 2 to 3 years of one-to-one therapy in one book. Our mental health is just like our physical health; we all have psychological weak spots or injuries and, just like physical injury, when they get used they may feel tender or uncomfortable. They need to be cared for in the right way so they can heal. Zoë's tried-and-tested workout plan, which helps to normalise the conversation around mental health, is split into weekly and daily sets. The weekly workouts help develop accountability, commitment to yourself and others and encourage physical exercise as a form of mood management. While your daily workouts move your focus inwards, providing space and time for you to look after the integrity of your mind through development of healthy self-talk. At the end of the book, there is a handy planner so you can easily track your progress.By following Zoë's plan you will become stronger, happier and can create the internal emotional landscape you want to live in.'I worked with Zoë for 6 months, prior to which I had always been quite sceptical about whether I would benefit from therapy. During that time she helped me to get to know myself, understand myself, and be kinder to myself.' - Dr Zoë Williams'Zoë's techniques are easy and give great results. Her work has given me wonderful insight into how I can look after my mind and makes mental wellness feel accessible to everyone. I highly recommend Your Mental Health Workout™ to anyone who has the desire to improve their emotional health.' - Pixie Lott
Your Mental Health Workout: A 5 Week Programme to a Healthier, Happier Mind
by Zoë AstonIn just 5 weeks, you will come out of Your Mental Health Workout with a sharper mind, clearer-decision making skills and greater resilience.Your Mental Health Workout™ provides you with exercises, tools, affirmations and expert guidance so you can start looking after your mental health for the long term. Zoë Aston, psychotherapist and mental health consultant to many high-profile individuals, has devised a ground-breaking 5-week schedule to help you build mental muscle; she incorporates 2 to 3 years of one-to-one therapy in one book. Our mental health is just like our physical health; we all have psychological weak spots or injuries and, just like physical injury, when they get used they may feel tender or uncomfortable. They need to be cared for in the right way so they can heal. Zoë's tried-and-tested workout plan, which helps to normalise the conversation around mental health, is split into weekly and daily sets. The weekly workouts help develop accountability, commitment to yourself and others and encourage physical exercise as a form of mood management. While your daily workouts move your focus inwards, providing space and time for you to look after the integrity of your mind through development of healthy self-talk. At the end of the book, there is a handy planner so you can easily track your progress.By following Zoë's plan you will become stronger, happier and can create the internal emotional landscape you want to live in.'I worked with Zoë for 6 months, prior to which I had always been quite sceptical about whether I would benefit from therapy. During that time she helped me to get to know myself, understand myself, and be kinder to myself.' - Dr Zoë Williams'Zoë's techniques are easy and give great results. Her work has given me wonderful insight into how I can look after my mind and makes mental wellness feel accessible to everyone. I highly recommend Your Mental Health Workout™ to anyone who has the desire to improve their emotional health.' - Pixie Lott
Your Mental Health Workout: A 5 Week Programme to a Healthier, Happier Mind
by Zoë AstonA step-by-step customisable workout guide for your mental wellbeing. The ultimate goal of Your Mental Health Workout™ is that you come out of your first five weeks of working on your mental health with a sharper mind, clearer decision-making skills and a judgement-free relationship with yourself. Your Mental Health Workout™ is part-guidebook, part-planner, providing you with exercises, tools, affirmations and expert guidance so you can start looking after your mental health for the long term. Zoë Aston, psychotherapist and mental health consultant to many high-profile individuals, has devised a ground-breaking 5-week schedule to help you build mental muscle; she incorporates 2 to 3 years of one-to-one therapy in one book. Our mental health is just like our physical health; we all have psychological weak spots or injuries and, just like physical injury, when they get used they may feel tender or uncomfortable. They need to be cared for in the right way so they can heal. Zoë's tried-and-tested workout plan, which helps to normalise the conversation around mental health, is split into weekly and daily sets. The weekly workouts help develop accountability, commitment to yourself and others and encourage physical exercise as a form of mood management. While your daily workouts move your focus inwards, providing space and time for you to look after the integrity of your mind through development of healthy self-talk. At the end of the book, there is a handy planner so you can easily track your progress.By following Zoë's plan you will become stronger, happier and can create the internal emotional landscape you want to live in.'I worked with Zoë for 6 months, prior to which I had always been quite sceptical about whether I would benefit from therapy. During that time she helped me to get to know myself, understand myself, and be kinder to myself.' - Dr Zoë Williams'Zoë's techniques are easy and give great results. Her work has given me wonderful insight into how I can look after my mind and makes mental wellness feel accessible to everyone. I highly recommend Your Mental Health Workout™ to anyone who has the desire to improve their emotional health.' - Pixie Lott(P)2021 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Water With Lemon
by Stephen Moss Zonya FocoPower of One Good Habit Water with Lemon is the first health novel in the Power of One Good Habit series. Introducing A New Genre: The Health Novel 60 extra pounds. An unhappy marriage. Food for comfort. Karen's life is falling apart. Then she meets an unlikely neighbor who reveals how a series of simple choices have the power to shape the life we have - into the life we want. Karen's story of weight loss and personal transformation will touch your heart and open your eyes! It will reveal how eight powerful, core habits, when mastered one at a time, create an invisible force that will literally - change your life. What do you get when you cross a nutritionist with a novelist? A health novel! Where nutrition, health and weight-loss information are woven into the story. Each challenge the characters face not only teaches you what to do - it inspires you to actually do it. Zonya Foco, America's Nutrition Leader, and Stephen Moss, America's Health Novelist, have joined forces to create this exciting new genre. Stephen's compelling story will keep you turning the pages while Zonya's surprisingly simple approach to mastering weight control is revealed. You'll discover that this is not another fad diet book. In fact, it's not a diet book at all. There is no diet mentality. Nothing to calculate. And never a reason to feel guilty!
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Natural Soaps: Live Greener—and Cleaner—with Your Own Handcrafted Soaps
by Sally Trew Zonella B. GouldLeave no soapstone unturned! Soapmaking has always been a popular craft with a dedicated group of followers, but with the explosion of urban homesteading and people looking to go green, noncrafters are now joining in on the fun. Whether it's making natural soap to live greener, give as gifts, save money, or make money, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Making Natural Soaps has everything the new soap maker will need to create organic, natural soaps of all kinds. • Includes recipes to make a wide array of molded, poured, and liquid soaps • Contains soap recipes for body as well as household and even pets
100 Things God Loves About You: Simple Reminders for When You Need Them Most (A 100-Day Devotional)
by ZondervanDiscover that God's love for you is more than anything you could ask or imagine.With journaling space, Scripture quotes, and thoughtful devotions, 100 Things God Loves About You is the perfect gift book reminder of God's love for anyone feeling lonely, busy, or simply &“not enough&”--including you!There's no better feeling than knowing you are loved, yet many of us struggle to accept God's abundant, unconditional love for us. 100 Things God Loves About You includes 100 Bible verses and reflections about how high, how deep, and how wide God's love is for each of His children.This colorful gift book includes:100 encouraging things God loves about you--taken straight from the BibleJournaling space to write in "More Things God Loves About Me"A presentation page for memorable giftingA personalization page to write down what you love about a friend or family member 100 Things God Loves About You is an ideal gift for:Friends who are lonely with grief or isolationWomen and men who struggle to believe they are "good enough" for GodLoved ones facing illnessAnyone facing a time of transition or a difficult seasonNew high school and college graduatesChristmas, birthdays, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and more. "See what great love the Father has lavished on us!" writes the author of 1 John. Discover for the first time or the thousandth time that God's love for you is more than anything you could ask or imagine.
A Guide to a Better You: 20 Transformative Questions to Deepen Your Faith and Change Your Life
by ZondervanGrow in your spiritual life and live more like Jesus.A Guide to a Better You includes 20 sections, 50 prompts, and journaling space to help you better understand the Bible, become more like Jesus, and reflect on continued growth in all aspects of your life.What if you could expand your spiritual life and live more like Jesus? Have you wondered how to find ways to grow in all aspects of your faith journey as you become the best version of yourself? A Guide to a Better You is an interactive tool that will help you deepen your faith and guide you toward a more enriching spiritual life. A Guide to a Better You is organized into 20 sections, includes 50 prompts, ample space to write, and bullet journaling pages. The readings focus on questions such as:How can I develop persistence?What does and does not require forgiveness?How do I build connection between generations?How should I handle pressure?How can I take godly criticism?How can I participate in God's work? After reading, you will:identify steps to interpret the Bible.create an authentic and intentional existence in your everyday interactions and routines.make wiser decisions.recognize intentional sins and how you can do better.reflect on how you can continue to grow as a better person in your home life, career, and other areas of your life. If you are seeking a deeper relationship with God and looking for a way you can be part of God's work, A Guide to a Better You is a perfect next step. You can use this complete interactive guide independently or as part of a small group. A Guide to a Better You is also a thoughtful gift you can give to loved ones or friends for birthdays or as a holiday gift.
Adored: 365 Devotions for Young Women
by ZondervanIn an ever-changing world, we can be certain of one thing: we are beloved by God. Adored: 365 Devotions for Young Women tackles tough topics girls face, from bullying and social media to friendships and dating, all the while showing readers how infinitely precious they are in God’s sight.Each day features an easy-to-read, relevant devotion paired with a scripture verse and journaling space to help readers reflect on the day’s message. With honest, poignant, and sometimes humorous text, every page will speak to the pressures and changes girls face, giving them real-world applications to find God in their hearts and in their lives. Perfect for everyday use, Adored will resonate with girls searching for truth and guidance. Gift givers will love this highly designed book featuring a beautiful, foiled cover, and two-color interior pages.
Amplified Bible: Captures The Full Meaning Behind The Original Greek And Hebrew
by ZondervanWhen Your Knowledge of the Original Languages of the Bible Is Limited and You Don't Want to Lose Anything in the Translation If you want to get all the rich nuances and shades of meaning of the original Bible languages, the Amplified Bible is for you. No knowledge of Greek or Hebrew is required-just a desire to know all that God says in his Word. With its unique system of brackets, parentheses and italics, the Amplified Bible defines and expands key words and phrases right in the text. Verse by verse, the full meaning of Scripture unfolds as you read. And this Bible features other study aids as well to help you clearly understand God’s Word: - Footnotes-provide concise historical and archaeological information and devotional insights, plus hundreds of references to select sources and authors. - Book Introductions-tell you about the book’s author, background, purpose, and themes. - Concordance-helps you find the location of verses (25,000 entries). - Bibliography and Glossary-give you a handy list of the sources cited in the study notes and the most frequent amplifications in the text.
Be Strong and Take Heart: 40 Days to a Hope- Filled Life
by ZondervanDaily encouragement and clarity for young women during what can be a confusing time of life. Most importantly, each of the 40 devotions bedrock young women in God’s Word instead of leaving them mired in all the other competing words and images they are bombarded with.Each entry includes a relevant message about topics, challenges, and everyday messes young women like you experience, paired with a relevant Scripture passage that transforms any situation into one of hope and promise. Then this daily devotional takes it one very important step further, offering real-life application that brings the devotion from the page into your heart, and into your life.Ultimately, Be Strong and Take Heart: 40 Days to a Hope-Filled Life is an empowering and uplifting devotional for young women to remind them there is someone who is always nearby, who has promised to love them and lead them toward the best life possible.Are you living heart happy? There’s no better time than now to start.Be Strong and Take Heart: 40 Days to a Hope-Filled Life:Includes NIV Bible passages and prayers that follow every devotionWhether for the start of high school or high school graduation, a birthday or Christmas, this 40-day devotional is the perfect gift for any young woman in your lifeX