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Trophy Man
by Joy McelroyYou're attractive, fun to be around, and accomplished. Life is great. But it would be perfect if you had a partner by your side: a man with brains, ambition, a successful career, and eyes for you only. Problem is, where do you find a brother like that? And how do you make him realize that you're the one he should spend his life with? Drawing on extensive interviews with black women married to top-notch doctors, lawyers, businessmen, athletes, educators, and politicians -- women who've been there and know -- Joy McElroy provides proven methods any woman can use to make a successful match. Always straightforward, always plainspoken, Joy gives you the information you need, including: Where to meet professional African American men How to date with a purpose How much to reveal about past love affairs You don't have to settle! Trophy Man is just the secret weapon you need to find a husband with a loving heart.
Triunfo: Una guía para alcanzar la plenitud
by Robin Sharma¿Estás listo para llevar tu vida personal y profesional a un nuevo nivel? ¿Sientes que ya es hora de tomar conciencia de lo que puedes llegar a ser, y experimentar el éxito que estás esperando? ¿Cansado de conformarte con poco? Si has respondido afirmativamente a estas preguntas, este libro es para ti. Conjugando la búsqueda de la excelencia, la maestría en los negocios y una gran capacidad inspiracional, Triunfo, una guía para alcanzar la plenitud destila el pensamiento de Robin Sharma en 101 sencillas pero poderosas lecciones que te ayudarán a destacar en el trabajo y a vivir espléndidamente. Entrar en primera clase es solo cuestión de un paso. Comienza hoy. Reseña:«Los libros de Robin Sharma ayudan a que personas de todo el mundo disfruten de una vida mejor.»Paulo Coelho
Triunfo
by Robin SharmaSi estás cansado de desperdiciar tu tiempo, si estás preparado para transportar tu vida y tu trabajo a un nivel superior de excelencia y si crees que ha llegado el momento de realizarte y experimentar el éxito que siempre has deseado... ¡este es tu libro! Robin Sharma nos ofrece 101 lecciones simples, directas y plenas de significado para disfrutar de un trabajo y una vida privada de primera. Una guía perfecta para recobrar la inspiración, la pasión y el entusiasmo; descubrir y disfrutar la felicidad y sobrellevar los malos tiempos con coraje y valentía.
Triumphs and Turbulence: My Autobiography
by Chris BoardmanChris Boardman is the 2017 winner of the Cross Sports Cycling Book of the Year for his autobiography Triumphs and Turbulence. ‘The true inspiration was that Olympic gold won by Chris Boardman in Barcelona… I was so in awe of Chris Boardman’ Sir Bradley WigginsYou may know him as the much-loved co-presenter of ITV’s Tour de France coverage or enjoyed his BBC Olympic coverage, but beyond the easy charm Chris Boardman is one of our greatest, most inspiring cyclists.Boardman’s lone achievements in the 80s and 90s – Olympic track gold, the world hour record, repeatedly claiming the yellow jersey in the Tour de France – were the spark that started the modern era for British cycling. His endeavours both on and off the bike have made him the founding father of current golden generation – without him there would simply be no Hoy, Wiggins or Cavendish.It is a story full of intrigue: from Olympic success, to the famous duels with Graeme Obree and the insanity of the Tour de France. Chris became a legend for his combination of physical ability and technical preparation, almost single-handedly taking British cycling from wool shirts and cloth caps into the era of marginal gains. Indeed, after his career on the bike ended, a new chapter began as the backroom genius behind GB cycling. As head of the R&D team known as The Secret Squirrel Club, Chris has been responsible for the technical innovations that made the difference in 2012 and developed Boardman Bikes, which has become the country's bestselling premium bike range.
Triumph Over Fear: A Book of Help and Hope for People with Anxiety, Panic Attacks, and Phobias
by Jerilyn RossThe National Institute of Mental Health calls anxiety disorders the most common mental health problem in America. They are also among the most treatable. Yet tens of millions of people struggle with hidden fears and restricted lives because they have not received proper diagnosis and treatment. Triumph Over Fear combines Jerilyn Ross's firsthand account of overcoming her own disabling phobia with inspiring case histories of recovery from other forms of anxiety, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder; an post-traumatic stress disorder. State-of-the-art information is combined with powerful self-help techniques, together with clear indications of when to seek additional professional help and/or medication. Also included is the latest research on anxiety disorders in children, plus advice for dealing with family members and employers.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Triumph Over Abuse: Healing, Recovery, and Purpose after an Abusive Relationship
by Christine E. MurrayIn this book Christine Murray carefully weaves her personal experiences as a survivor with her professional expertise as a counselor, community advocate, and researcher into a comprehensive guidebook for survivors of abuse. Moving forward after suffering abuse at the hands of someone who is supposed to love and care for you is no easy feat. And yet, healing and recovering from past abuse is possible, and the journey to get there can be an empowering opportunity for growth. Triumph Over Abuse provides a road map for doing more than simply moving on from the past. Filled with accessible case studies and exercises, the book offers extensive practical guidance on a range of topics, such as building coping skills, surrounding yourself with the right kinds of support, working through traumatic memories, and channeling your experience into helping others and making a difference in the world. The book will inspire and equip survivors of abuse to build full, meaningful lives despite the trauma they have faced, as well as being a tool for clinicians to use to support clients.
Triumph of the Heart: Forgiveness in an Unforgiving World
by Megan Feldman BettencourtWhen Megan Feldman Bettencourt found herself embittered after a breakup and a string of professional setbacks, she met an extraordinary man named Azim. <P><P>Azim had forgiven the man who killed his beloved only son, and even reached out to the killer's family. He truly seemed to be at peace. As a veteran journalist, Megan recognized it for the amazing story it was. But as a self-admitted grudge-holder, she was perplexed. Was there something wrong with him, or was there something wrong with her? She wondered about our ability to forgive--why we have it at all, why we do it, and whether it can help us. Triumph of the Heart is the story of Megan's quest to understand this complex concept, from both a scientific perspective and a human one. She draws on cutting-edge research showing that forgiveness can provide a range of health benefits, from relieving depression to decreasing high blood pressure. <P>She examines situations as mundane as road rage, as painful as cheating spouses, and as unthinkable as war crimes. Through stories of people and even communities who have forgiven in the toughest of circumstances, she shows us how they're able to do it, the profound sense of freedom they feel afterward, and the evocative implications for peacemaking worldwide. This journey takes Megan from recovered addicts who restarted their lives by seeking forgiveness, to a Baltimore principal who used forgiveness techniques to eradicate violence in her school, to genocide survivors in Rwanda who forgave the people who killed their families and perpetrators who are still trying to redeem themselves. Along the way, Megan strengthens her own powers of forgiveness, altering her life in ways she never expected. With grace and compassion, she reveals that our human capacity for forgiveness not only makes us healthier and happier, but is the key to healing, growing, and living well.From the Hardcover edition.
Tripping Into the Light
by Charlie CollinsDiagnosed with a rare eye disorder in the third grade, Charlie's self-esteem began to unravel by the thread. He wouldn't have a future as a detective like his hero, Magnum P. I. He would never soar in a jet fighter like he dreamed. He would never drive a race car and see the checkered flag wave. College was out of the question, because he just wasn't smart enough. At least that's what the teachers told him. Only a God who was unusually cruel would shatter the dreams of a little boy by creating him defective. It was the only explanation that made any sense, and it was a crushing blow. If God didn't care about him, why should he care about himself? And so began Charlie's freefall into a world of negative self-talk and ultimately addiction. A self-destructive plummet that would see him cheat death twice as he marched to the precipice of suicide. Raw and brutally honest, Tripping into the Light is a tale of soaring triumphs and heartbreaking defeat. It illustrates the power of true love and the undying spirit of hope. It is about one man's willingness to try just one more time, when it seemed all was lost. Through Charlie's eyes, we see that all things are possible if we are willing to roll up our sleeves and do the work. www. TrippingIntoTheLight. com
The Triple Package: How Three Unlikely Traits Explain the Rise and Fall of Cultural Groups in America
by Amy Chua"That certain groups do much better in America than others -- as measured by income, occupational status, test scores, and so on -- is difficult to talk about. In large part this is because the topic feels racially charged. The irony is that the facts actually debunk racial stereotypes. There are black and Hispanic subgroups in the United States far outperforming many white and Asian subgroups. Moreover, there's a demonstrable arc to group success -- in immigrant groups, it typically dissipates by the third generation -- puncturing the notion of innate group differences and undermining the whole concept of 'model minorities. '" Mormons have recently risen to astonishing business success. Cubans in Miami climbed from poverty to prosperity in a generation. Nigerians earn doctorates at stunningly high rates. Indian and Chinese Americans have much higher incomes than other Americans; Jews may have the highest of all. Why do some groups rise? Drawing on groundbreaking original research and startling statistics, The Triple Package uncovers the secret to their success. A superiority complex, insecurity, impulse control -- these are the elements of the Triple Package, the rare and potent cultural constellation that drives disproportionate group success. The Triple Package is open to anyone. America itself was once a Triple Package culture. It's been losing that edge for a long time now. Even as headlines proclaim the death of upward mobility in America, the truth is that the oldfashioned American Dream is very much alive, but some groups have a cultural edge, which enables them to take advantage of opportunity far more than others. * Americans are taught that everyone is equal, that no group is superior to another. But remarkably, all of America's most successful groups believe (even if they don't say so aloud) that they're exceptional, chosen, superior in some way. * Americans are taught that self-esteem -- feeling good about yourself -- is the key to a successful life. But in all of America's most successful groups, people tend to feel insecure, inadequate, that they have to prove themselves. * America today spreads a message of immediate gratification, living for the moment. But all of America¿s most successful groups cultivate heightened discipline and impulse control. But the Triple Package has a dark underside too. Each of its elements carries distinctive pathologies; when taken to an extreme, they can have truly toxic effects. Should people strive for the Triple Package? Should America? Ultimately, the authors conclude that the Triple Package is a ladder that should be climbed and then kicked away, drawing on its power but breaking free from its constraints. Provocative and profound, The Triple Package will transform the way we think about success and achievement.
The Triple Package: How Three Unlikely Traits Explain The Rise And Fall Of Cultural Groups In America
by Amy Chua Jed Rubenfeld"That certain groups do much better in America than others—as measured by income, occupational status, test scores, and so on—is difficult to talk about. In large part this is because the topic feels racially charged. The irony is that the facts actually debunk racial stereotypes. There are black and Hispanic subgroups in the United States far outperforming many white and Asian subgroups. Moreover, there’s a demonstrable arc to group success—in immigrant groups, it typically dissipates by the third generation—puncturing the notion of innate group differences and undermining the whole concept of 'model minorities.'"<P> Mormons have recently risen to astonishing business success. Cubans in Miami climbed from poverty to prosperity in a generation. Nigerians earn doctorates at stunningly high rates. Indian and Chinese Americans have much higher incomes than other Americans; Jews may have the highest of all.<P> Why do some groups rise? Drawing on groundbreaking original research and startling statistics, The Triple Package uncovers the secret to their success. A superiority complex, insecurity, impulse control—these are the elements of the Triple Package, the rare and potent cultural constellation that drives disproportionate group success. The Triple Package is open to anyone. America itself was once a Triple Package culture. It’s been losing that edge for a long time now. Even as headlines proclaim the death of upward mobility in America, the truth is that the oldfashioned American Dream is very much alive—butsome groups have a cultural edge, which enables them to take advantage of opportunity far more than others.<P> • Americans are taught that everyone is equal, that no group is superior to another. But remarkably, all of America’s most successful groups believe (even if they don’t say so aloud) that they’re exceptional, chosen, superior in some way.<P> • Americans are taught that self-esteem—feeling good about yourself—is the key to a successful life. But in all of America’s most successful groups, people tend to feel insecure, inadequate, that they have to prove themselves.<P> • America today spreads a message of immediate gratification, living for the moment. But all of America’s most successful groups cultivate heightened discipline and impulse control.<P> But the Triple Package has a dark underside too. Each of its elements carries distinctive pathologies; when taken to an extreme, they can have truly toxic effects. Should people strive for the Triple Package? Should America? Ultimately, the authors conclude that the Triple Package is a ladder that should be climbed and then kicked away, drawing on its power but breaking free from its constraints.<P> Provocative and profound, The Triple Package will transform the way we think about success and achievement.
Triple Impact Coaching: Use Of Self In The Coaching Process
by Beverley Patwell Evelyn J. Satterfield-JohnsonTriple Impact Coaching is a cascading or layered approach of coaching from you, the coach, to your clients, and from your clients to the people they work with resulting in benefits for the individual, team and organization. The coaching process begins with understanding your own Use of Self as a coach and learning how to be more intentional with your choices to obtain the impact that you need and desire. It is simple, profound and infinitely complex all at the same time. This book provides you with the Triple Impact Coaching model, concepts and tools. It also includes stories and examples from 3 companies who share their experiences with this unique coaching approach. Leaders, managers, change agents and teams are using Triple Impact Coaching as a support for traning and development, knowledge transfer, skill development and/or as a mechanism to help people lead and manage change
La triple E: Escala de Estabilidad Emocional. Una prueba para conocerse y, si se desea, mejorar
by Javier UrraJavier Urra reta al lector a conocerse a sí mismo con La triple E. Escala de Estabilidad Emocional. Javier Urra reta al lector a conocerse a sí mismo. Este es un libro ágil, divertido, personal, que en gran medida escribe el sorprendido lector. Un instrumento útil para diagnosticar y pronosticar el rango de mantenimiento de la estabilidad emocional y la capacidad de recuperación de la misma, resultando un magnífico predictor del ajuste personal, de pareja, familiar, relacional, laboral y cívico. Mucho más que una escala, es una herramienta psicológica adaptada para que resulte divertido y sencillo analizar y entender las emociones positivas. Sin examinarse a uno mismo los problemas aumentan hasta desembocar en crisis. Aventurarse a realizar este ejercicio permitirá a los lectores crecer personalmente y empatizar más con los demás. De Javier Urra se ha dicho...«Un estímulo positivo, para el cerebro y para el corazón.»Leo Farache «Una figura excepcional, amigo como pocos, intuitivo e inteligente.»Javier Sádaba «Javier es un hombre que hace que inmediatamente el interlocutor se sienta bien. Hace todo fácil.»Espido Freire «Aire fresco.»Odile de la Fuente «Consigue con sus frases e ideas hacer "click" en mucha gente.»Antonio San José «Mi maestro, y el gran divulgador de la Psicología.»Mª Jesús Álava «Uno de los científicos que mejor analizan, explican y estudian las emociones positivas.»Carlos Chaguaceda «Nuestro psicólogo de cabecera.»Susanna Griso «Deberían nombrarlo psicólogo protegido y de interés general.»Teo Lozano (Otros seguramente lo critican, pero lo hacen entre dientes).
Trinity of Faith: A biblical teaching on the three dimensions of faith
by Calvin KingIn this rich Biblical exploration of faith, Calvin King answers thesequestions and more, such as: »» Why trust God? »» Why hope in God? »» Why believe in God? King explains that having the answers to these questions will help you walk in the fullness of God. Trust, hope, and belief make up the trinity of faith and are the main ingredients to a healthy faith. In reading Trinity of Faith, you will thoroughly examine these three areas in depth, not only learning about what they are, but also exploring how they work. With this knowledge, you will discover how to build trust, hope, and belief in your life.This book will change your life and will strengthen your faith. Are you ready for the journey? Dig in.
Trinity Jones: The Queen of The Ghetto A Fictional Poetic Memoir
by Tiffanya RichardsonIn a world where everyone seems to be chasing a dream, we find our main character, Queen Trinity violently sprinting trying to escape her past. For Queen, her very existence has turned into a never-ending nightmare. Passionate and hopelessly creative, this lost poem from Oakland California finds comfort in expression through the art of written word. On the surface she appears to be a confident Queen despite a few wrong turns, but her story lies beneath the surface. No matter how hard she tries, she can’t seem to manifest the dreams that she often plagued by. Her faith in Jesus provides her with wings and guidelines she needs to fly, but will she have the courage to live boldly enough to stop dreaming, and actually take flight?
Trimantra: ત્રિમંત્ર
by Dada Bhagwanલોકો ધર્મ માં ‘મારું’ અને ‘તારું’ માટે ઝઘડે છે. આવા ઝઘડાને દૂર રાખવા માટે આ ત્રિમંત્ર છે. જયારે ત્રિમંત્રનો મૂળ અર્થ સમજાશે ત્યારે, ખ્યાલ આવશે કે આ મંત્ર કોઈ એક ધર્મ અથવા ગચ્છ, અથવા સંપ્રદાય માટે અલાયદો નથી. ત્રિમંત્ર માંના નમસ્કાર જેમણે સર્વોચ્ચ જાગૃતિ મેળવી છે તેમને બધાને છે, જેમણે આત્મજ્ઞાન પ્રાપ્ત કર્યું છે, ત્યાંથી શરુ કરીને જેમણે કેવળજ્ઞાન પ્રાપ્ત કર્યું છે અને જેમણે અંતિમ મુક્તિ, મોક્ષ પ્રાપ્ત કર્યો છે તેમને પણ છે. આવા નમસ્કારથી જીવનના અંતરાય દૂર થાય છે, મુશ્કેલીઓમાં પણ શાંતિ લાગે છે અને મોક્ષના લક્ષ તરફ ડગલાં મંડાય છે. જ્ઞાની પુરુષ દાદાશ્રીએ આપણને ત્રિમંત્ર આપ્યો છે. આ મંત્ર સંપૂર્ણપણે નિષ્પક્ષપાતી છે. તેઓ આપણને સંપૂર્ણ જાગૃતિ સાથે સવારે અને રાત્રે એ પાંચ પાંચ વખત બોલવા કહે છે. જો તમને બહુ સમસ્યા હોય તો એક કલાક બોલશો તો તમે જોશો કે તમારી સમસ્યાઓ ઘણી બધી ઓછી થઇ જશે. આ મંત્રમાં બધી મુશ્કેલીઓ ઓછી કરવાની શક્તિ છે. તે પહાડ જેવી મુશ્કેલીને ઢગલી જેવી કરી શકે છે! જેઓ આ મંત્ર પૂરી સમજણ સાથે બોલે છે તેમને તે કઈ રીતે ઉંચે ચડાવે છે તે પરમ પૂજ્ય દાદાશ્રી સમજાવે છે. તમે જાતે રટણ કરો અને અનુભવોકે કેમ મુશ્કેલીઓ કેવીરીતે ઓછી થાય છે.
Trimantra: त्रिमंत्र
by Dada Bhagwanधर्म में तू-तू मैं-मैं से झगड़े होते हैं। इसे दूर करने के लिए यह निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र है। इस त्रिमंत्र का मूल अर्थ यदि समझे तो उनका किसी भी व्यक्ति या संप्रदाय या पंथ से कोई संबंध नहीं है। आत्मज्ञानी, केवलज्ञानी और निर्वाण प्राप्त करके मोक्षगति प्राप्त करनेवाले उच्च, जागृत आत्माओं को नमस्कार है। जिन्हें नमस्कार करके संसारी विघ्न दूर होते हैं, अडचनों में शांति रहती है और मोक्ष का लक्ष्य बैठना शुरू हो जाता है। आत्मज्ञानी परम पूज्य दादा भगवान ने निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र प्रदान किया है। इसे सुबह-शाम ५-५ बार उपयोगपूर्वक बोलने को कहा है। इससे सांसारिक कार्य शांतिपूर्वक संपन्न होते हैं। ज़्यादा अडचनों की स्थित में घंटा-घंटाभर बोलें तो सूली का घाव सुई से टल जाएगा। निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र का शब्दार्थ, भावार्थ और किस प्रकार यहाँ हितकारी हैं, इसका खुलासा दादाश्री ने इस पुस्तक मं दिया है।
Trimantra
by Dada BhagwanDie Religionen der Welt bewahren Wissen und schützen die Geheimnisse der alten kraftvollen Mantren. Das Navkar Mantra oder auch Trimantra genannt, steht im Zentrum der Weltreligion und gehört zu den kraftvollsten Mantren in der Geschichte der Religion. Im Buch “Trimantra” erklärt der Gnani Purush Dada Bhagwan (Verkörperung des Wissens über das Selbst) das Trimantra, seine Bedeutung und die außerordentlichen Vorteile, wenn man es rezitiert. Ob es darum geht frei von Sorgen zu leben, während man sich im täglichen Leben mit Problemen konfrontiert sieht. Ob man sich fragt, wie man inneren Frieden erlangen kann, oder auf einer spirituellen Suche nach Erleuchtung (Selbstrealisation) ist - indem man das Trimantra anwendet, wird dies zur Verfügung stehen – und noch viel mehr. Unter den vielen spirituellen Büchern, die heute verfügbar sind, ist Param Pujya Dadashri´s spiritueller Leitfaden über den Wert des Trimantra und wie man am besten auf seine spirituelle Kraft zugreifen kann, unschätzbar.
El Trimantra
by Dada BhagwanLa gente discute sobre lo que es “mío” y lo que es “tuyo” en la religión. Para mantener tales disputas a raya está el Trimantra. Cuando uno comprende el significado fundamental del Trimantra (una oración auspiciosa), uno se dará cuenta de que no es un mantra de una religión en exc lusiva, o de una secta o división de una religión. Los saludos en el Trimantra son ofrecidos a todos los seres vivos de conciencia suprema empezando por aquellos que han obtenido la Realización del Ser hasta aquellos que han alcanzado el estado de liberación final, el moksha. Mediante estas reverencias, los obstáculos que existen en la vida de uno son despejados, encontrando uno la paz en medio de las dificultades y comenzando a diriguirse hacia la meta del moksha. El Gnani Purush Dadashri (maestro de esta ciencia espiritual) nos ha entregado este Trimantra. Este mantra es totalmente imparcial. El nos pide que lo recitemos cinco veces con plena conciencia por la mañana y por la noche. Hacer esto provocará que todas tus actividades mundanas transcurran armoniosamente.Si tienes muchos problemas, debes recitarlo durante una hora; con ello te darás cuenta como la carga de tus problemas queda notablemente reduc ida. Este mantra tiene el poder de someter todas las dificultades ¡ Puede hacer que una montaña aparezca como pequeña loma ! Param Pujya Dadashri explica cómo este mantra eleva a aquellos que lo recitan con la comprensión correcta ¡ Recitalo tú mismo y experimenta como tus problemas se reducen considerablemente !
Trimantra: त्रिमंत्र
by Dada Bhagwanधर्म में तू-तू मैं-मैं से झगड़े होते हैं। इसे दूर करने के लिए यह निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र है। इस त्रिमंत्र का मूल अर्थ यदि समझे तो उनका किसी भी व्यक्ति या संप्रदाय या पंथ से कोई संबंध नहीं है। आत्मज्ञानी, केवलज्ञानी और निर्वाण प्राप्त करके मोक्षगति प्राप्त करनेवाले उच्च, जागृत आत्माओं को नमस्कार है। जिन्हें नमस्कार करके संसारी विघ्न दूर होते हैं, अडचनों में शांति रहती है और मोक्ष का लक्ष्य बैठना शुरू हो जाता है। आत्मज्ञानी परम पूज्य दादा भगवान ने निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र प्रदान किया है। इसे सुबह-शाम ५-५ बार उपयोगपूर्वक बोलने को कहा है। इससे सांसारिक कार्य शांतिपूर्वक संपन्न होते हैं। ज़्यादा अडचनों की स्थित में घंटा-घंटाभर बोलें तो सूली का घाव सुई से टल जाएगा। निष्पक्षपाती त्रिमंत्र का शब्दार्थ, भावार्थ और किस प्रकार यहाँ हितकारी हैं, इसका खुलासा दादाश्री ने इस पुस्तक मं दिया है।
Triggers: How We Can Stop Reacting and Start Healing
by David RichoWork with your triggers to find peace in the painful moments and lasting emotional well-being.Psychotherapist David Richo examines the science of triggers and our reactions of fear, anger, and sadness. He helps us understand why our bodies respond before our minds have a chance to make sense of a situation. By looking deeply at the roots of what provokes us--the words, actions, and even sensory elements like smell--we find opportunities to understand the origins of our triggers and train our bodies to remain calm in the face of traumatic experiences. In-the-moment exercises on how to process difficult emotions and physical manifestations are offered throughout the book to cultivate the inner resources necessary to deal with recurring trauma. When we are triggered, Richo writes, "we are being bullied by our own unfinished business." Explore what your body's knee-jerk reactions to trauma can teach you. Triggers: How We Can Stop Reacting and Start Healing acts as a guide to your body's powerful responses, helping you to remain calm under pressure and discover the key to emotional healing.
The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook: Your Self-Treatment Guide for Pain Relief (2nd edition)
by Clair Davies Amber DaviesThe Trigger Point Therapy Workbook, outlines a very user-friendly and completely up-to-date method of self-massage that people can employ as a means of reducing and curing their pain.
The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook: Your Self-Treatment Guide for Pain Relief (Third Edition)
by Clair Davies Amber DaviesTrigger point therapy is one of the fastest-growing and most effective pain therapies in the world. Medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, and massage therapists are all beginning to use this technique to relieve patients’ formerly undiagnosable muscle and joint pain, both conditions that studies have shown to be the cause of nearly 25 percent of all doctor visits. This book addresses the problem of myofascial trigger points—tiny contraction knots that develop in a muscle when it is injured or overworked. Restricted circulation and lack of oxygen in these points cause referred pain. Massage of the trigger is the safest, most natural, and most effective form of pain therapy. Trigger points create pain throughout the body in predictable patterns characteristic to each muscle, producing discomfort ranging from mild to severe. Trigger point massage increases circulation and oxygenation in the area and often produces instant relief. The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook, Third Edition, has made a huge impact among health professionals and the public alike, becoming an overnight classic in the field of pain relief. This edition includes a new chapter by the now deceased author, Clair Davies’ daughter, Amber Davies, who is passionate about continuing her father’s legacy. The new edition also includes postural assessments and muscle tests, an illustrated index of symptoms, and clinical technique drawings and descriptions to assist both practitioners and regular readers in assessing and treating trigger points. If you have ever suffered from, or have treated someone who suffers from myofascial trigger point pain, this is a must-have book.
The Tricky Art of Co-Existing: How to Behave Decently No Matter What Life Throws Your Way
by Sandi Toksvig“If you do it right, being a grown-up is just like being a kid . . . but without people telling you off.” No one learns “etiquette” anymore (except by embarrassing trial and error). But manners are more than a dusty tradition: Done right, they make life easier—for everyone! That’s why Sandi Toksvig highlights decency rather than convention in this entertaining guide, with:Spot-On Advice: “Remember—you don’t have to answer the phone, so don’t do it if you don’t have time to be polite.”Fascinating Trivia: “It is very rude to clear the plate of someone who hasn’t finished. In fact, the Romans believed doing so would bring about the diner’s sudden death.”And Her Characteristic Wit: “Focusing on the people you share a meal with is both a pleasure and a necessity. Get to know your family members; you might even like them.”Be the most decently behaved person in the room, and the most interesting: Master The Tricky Art of Co-Existing!
The Trickster's Hat
by Nick BantockThe act of creating art, in all its forms, offers us a path to our souls. But the path can be confusing, and getting lost along the way is inevitable. However, maybe that's the point. In The Trickster's Hat, bestselling author of the Griffin & Sabine cycle Nick Bantock invites you to lose yourself in order to become a better creator. Inspired by Nick's popular and mischievous workshops, the book's forty-nine perceptive exercises will encourage you to forget your destination while you meander through the wondrous world that awaits you in the periphery of your mind's eye. If you're willing to be lead hither and thither down unlikely paths by a fellow of dubious reputation, if you're prepared to keep a sense of humor and not be phased when he plucks the unexpected out of a mischief-stuffed hat, if you're ready to zigzag, detour, and wander in search of a better understanding of your artistic core, then, let the Trickster be your guide.
Tricks of the Trade
by Ashley Dupré"From America's most famous escort comes TRICKS OF THE TRADE, the official collection of Ashley Dupré's sex and relationship advice columns for the New York Post"--Provided by publisher.