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Camouflage: How I Emerged from the Shadows of a Military Marriage
by Heather SweeneyAfter camouflaging her identity to conform to the expected role of the supportive military spouse, Heather Sweeney emerged from the shadows of her husband&’s Navy career to rediscover herself as a single mother approaching middle age.Camouflage: How I Emerged from the Shadows of a Military Marriage is about a woman&’s journey from being overshadowed by her husband&’s military career to rediscovering her identity as a single mother entering a new stage in life. The memoir explores how, like many military spouses, she camouflaged her identity, conforming to the expected role of the supportive wife who was secondary to her husband&’s career as a Navy officer. But after she ended her thirteen-year marriage in her late thirties, she set out on a quest to figure out who she was as a woman without her husband, discovering that the hardships of military life—the forced independence, frequent loneliness, required adaptability, and fierce resilience—had trained her for life after divorce.
Forged in Chaos: A Warrior's Origin Story
by Tyler Grey Lauren UngeldiForged in chaos, shattered in peace: What happens when the war doesn&’t end, it just moves inside your head?Tyler Grey was the epitome of the warrior archetype: a Delta Force operator, a master of counterterrorism. He hunted the worst bullies on the world&’s playground—high-value targets, bomb makers, warlords—executing covert missions that never made the news. He had perfected the persona—ruthless, efficient, untouchable—until one mission in Sadr City, Iraq changed everything.&” On what should&’ve been a routine raid, an explosion ripped through the home shattering more than just flesh and bone; it fractured his identity. Stripped of everything that defined him, Tyler reached for chaos: sex, substances, a romance that was either a love worth fighting for or his ultimate kryptonite. But beneath it all, the hunger for chaos never died. He was built for it. Without it, his body rebelled, his mind fractured, and the war turned inward. In this raw, antiheroic tale, Tyler dissects his life, exposing the unseen war within and exploring the question: What happens when the very abilities that made you a superhero in the eyes of the world turn you into a supervillain in your own life? Despite rising PTSD awareness, we&’re losing more warriors at home than in war. Such a devastating reality begs the question: What if we&’ve fundamentally misunderstood this disease? This book doesn&’t challenge the narrative; it destroys it, laying bare the cost of being forged in chaos. This isn&’t a war story. It isn&’t a tribute to sacrifice or a highlight reel of heroics. Forged in Chaos rips the mask off the warrior experience, exposing the truth that most never dare to face: The fight isn&’t over. And this time, the enemy isn&’t out there—it&’s within.
What's with Baum?
by Woody AllenAsher Baum is quietly losing his mind. Can you blame him?A middle-aged Jewish journalist turned novelist and playwright, consumed with anxiety about everything under the sun, Baum&’s turgid philosophical books receive tepid reviews and his prestigious New York publisher has dropped him. His third marriage is on the rocks and he suspects his handsome and successful younger brother may have seduced his Harvard-educated wife. He is uneasy with her close relationship with her son, a more successful author than he, and suspicious of her closeness with their neighbor in Connecticut. And in a moment of irrationality, he has impulsively tried to kiss a pretty young journalist during an interview that she is about to go public with. Is it any wonder Baum has started talking to himself? Strangers shake their heads and walk around him on the street. Meanwhile he learns a startling secret that could cause havoc should he expose it. Should he keep it to himself or reveal it and blow up his marriage? What&’s with Baum? is Woody Allen&’s first novel and it is everything you would expect of him—and more. A portrait of an intellectual crippled by neurotic concerns about the futility and emptiness of life; an amusing glimpse into the New York publishing establishment; above all, a highly entertaining, tightly plotted, beautifully wrought piece of fiction from one of America&’s greatest and most versatile cinematic and literary talents. This comic novel will set the literary world on its ear. It is not to be missed.
Doing Great Harm?: How DEI and Identity Politics Are Infecting American Healthcare—and How We Are Fighting Back
by Stanley GoldfarbThe doctor who leads the movement to restore sanity to American medicine explains why we must rid it of identity politics.Wokeness has taken over the medical establishment of the United States—and the future of healthcare hangs in the balance. So does the health of every American. Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, a distinguished nephrologist and medical school dean, was cancelled for questioning the effect that DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) was having on medical schools and the wider world of medicine. But Dr. Goldfarb didn&’t stay cancelled. He founded Do No Harm, the nation&’s leading organization in the fight to protect healthcare from the disastrous consequences of identity politics. Dr. Goldfarb refused to accept the repurposing of medical schools as places to produce gun control and climate change activists rather than doctors whose job it is to heal the sick. In Doing Great Harm?, he exposes the ways in which identity politics, DEI, and gender radicalism have infected medical schools and the practice of medicine. Besides doing a disservice to the many outstanding physicians of color, identity politics have dismantled standards for admission to medical school, decreased the quality of medical students, increased the number of incompetent doctors throughout the land, and enabled the chemical and surgical mutilation of minors. A radical, divisive, and discriminatory ideology has captured the commanding heights of the medical profession. But Americans don&’t want this in healthcare any more than they do in public safety or education—and neither do most physicians. Dr. Stanley Goldfarb calls woke medicine what it is: dangerous, un-American…and profoundly harmful.
A Seat at the Table: An Inside Account of Trump's Global Economic Revolution
by Mitchell A. Silk&“From the trade negotiations with China to implementing the CARES Act during the pandemic, Mitchell Silk played a critical role during some of the most challenging economic moments in recent history.&” —Steven T. Mnuchin, 77th Secretary of the US Treasury From his earliest beginnings as a dishwasher in a Chinese restaurant to his work in international law and finance, Mitchell Silk&’s story illustrates how perseverance and divine providence led him to become the first Hassidic Jew ever confirmed by the Senate for a position in the US Federal government and a consequential leader in Trump&’s Treasury.Mitchell Silk served as assistant secretary for International Markets at the US Department of the Treasury, and was the first Hassidic Jew to ever serve in a presidentially-nominated and Senate-confirmed role. His inspirational story is about the providence, perseverance, and personal touch it takes to bring about positive change in the world. During his thirty-year legal career, Mitchell developed deep expertise in banking, finance, energy, and infrastructure. He advised on many large cross-border capital-intensive landmark energy and infrastructure projects all over the world. As assistant secretary in the Treasury, Mitchell played a senior role in the trade negotiations with China, designed and implemented both the landmark América Crecé initiative and the Trump 45 Administration signature program in the Western Hemisphere that spurred infrastructure growth through private capital solutions in Latin America and beyond, and spearheaded the $94 billion program that saved the airline industry during COVID. While personal touch and faith in positive outcomes are not often considered de rigueur when it comes to assembling a top-shelf toolkit for international economic policy and diplomacy, they were an essential part of Mitchell&’s experience. You will see that good intentions, kindness, and understanding—not to mention a delicious meal shared between friends and enemies—have a unique ability to bridge cultural differences and achieve peace and prosperity.
A Call at 4 AM: Thirteen Prime Ministers and the Crucial Decisions that Shaped Israeli Politics
by Amit SegalThe full and untold story of Israeli politics penned by one of Israel&’s most distinguished political journalists.&“The phones had been installed in every corner of the apartment, and all started ringing at once. Golda Meir knew exactly what the sound meant—but she was afraid to pick up. Then she woke up with a jolt, covered in a cold sweat. It was 4 AM, and she could not get back to sleep.&”In A Call at 4 AM, Israel&’s top political journalist, Amit Segal, takes you inside the moments when history was decided in real time. From Golda Meir&’s sleepless nights before the Yom Kippur War to Benjamin Netanyahu&’s power struggles during missile attacks, Segal uncovers the untold stories of war rooms, last-minute deals, and the relentless pressure of governing a country that never knows a quiet day.Through gripping storytelling and unprecedented access, Segal reveals how Israel&’s leaders navigate wars, terror waves, and global crises—while constantly fighting for their own political survival. What happens behind closed doors when a prime minister must decide whether to strike Iran? How do backroom betrayals and coalition battles shape military decisions? And why, in Israel, is every political crisis also a national emergency?Witty, fast-paced, and packed with revelations, A Call at 4 AM is the closest you&’ll ever get to standing in the prime minister&’s shoes when the phone rings—and the fate of Israel is on the line.
Grow Healthier as You Grow Older by the Father of Aerobics: How a Life Devoted to Preventive Medicine Fostered the Global Fitness Revolution
by Kenneth H. Cooper MD, MPHGrow Healthier as You Grow Older is a personal look at the history of the fitness revolution, a guide for preventive health and fitness to improve the quality and quantity of your life, and an inspirational account of Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s lifelong dedication to the mission of serving others.These days, workouts come in a wide variety, from hot yoga to HIIT (high intensity interval training) classes, pickleball to hip-hop dance. Exercise can be used in three ways: for rest and relaxation, for muscle-building and figure-contouring, and for cardiorespiratory fitness. All three have merit but only one can protect you from disease and prolong your life, and that is exercise for cardiorespiratory fitness—or, as most people call it: cardio. Walking, running, cycling, swimming, dancing, tennis, dancing—anything that gets your heart rate up and causes you to increase your oxygen intake over a certain period of time. Our survival depends on our ability to take in oxygen and deliver it efficiently to every area of the body. Dr. Kenneth Cooper&’s work as a pioneering researcher and preventive medicine physician has proven the benefits of aerobic exercise and how physiological changes in the body positively impact your overall health—plus make you feel good. Learning to follow his 8 Steps to Get Cooperized™ may be the way to make you healthy again, as it could the entire world, and help extend your life by as much as 10 years. Even minimal improvements—such as going from being totally inactive to exercising just 30 minutes a day, most days per week—are enough to drastically alter the course of a person&’s life. Reduce your risk of Alzheimer&’s and dementia, chronic kidney disease, congestive heart failure, and certain types of cancer by moving more. Today, at age 94, after practicing and teaching the value of preventive medicine, Dr. Cooper continues to think about new ways of doing things, new ways of presenting and studying data, new ways of looking at prevention. Take a deep dive inside the mind of an icon. He&’s done the research for you. Now it&’s your choice to become healthier sooner than later.
Christian Patriot: 12 Ways to Create One Nation Under God
by Taylor MarshallAs Seen on The Patrick Bet-David podcast Christian Patriot offers a compelling roadmap for Christians to reclaim their cultural influence and establish an explicitly Christian society rooted in faith, family, and biblical values.As Christians watch with dismay as Christian civilization is replaced by a New Secular Religion, Christian Patriot emerges as both a guide and a manifesto for those seeking to restore Christianity as the original blueprint for Western civilization. Taylor R. Marshall reveals that the foundation of Western civilization is rooted in Christian theology and addresses difficult topics such as Christian Nationalism, the Separation of Church and State, and the vocation of every Christian Patriot to bear witness in the public square. Christian Patriot outlines twelve essential strategies for building a nation under God. Each chapter not only tackles pressing societal concerns—from abortion and human trafficking to parental rights and family values—but also equips readers with practical action items to initiate real change. If you lament the erosion of Christian identity in our society and seek ways to establish all things in Christ, this book will help you discover the historical truth about our Christian foundations, inspire you with twelve actionable steps, and guide you to embrace your vocation as a Christian Patriot in a new era of hope and renewal.
Pardon of Innocence: An Inspiring Story of Faith and Freedom
by Lt Gen (Ret) Michael T. FlynnThe extraordinary and inspiring true story of Michael T. Flynn, the retired three-star general, former director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, and first National Security Advisor in the Donald Trump administration, who walked through fire and came out the other end stronger, wiser, and more determined than ever to vanquish America&’s foes—at home and abroad—and win the battle to restore our rights and freedoms.In Pardon of Innocence, Michael Flynn recounts his journey from a coastal New England upbringing to the deserts of Iraq and the mountains of Afghanistan, from the echelons of US power to the depths of a corrupt justice system that sought to silence him for prioritizing America&’s interests. Through his eyes, we see how the qualities that made him an exceptional soldier and leader also made him a target for adversaries like Barack Obama and Joe Biden, who saw his honesty and courage as direct threats to their flawed policies.Flynn&’s battle against a weaponized justice system—one that threatened his family and forced him out of the White House—stands as a testament to faith, family, and freedom. This gripping memoir unveils the conspiracy to silence Flynn, including the FBI&’s framing tactics and the truth behind his foreign policy efforts to benefit Americans.Pardon of Innocence tells the unprecedented and remarkable true story of Michael Flynn. It is a powerful narrative of struggle, redemption, and hope, inspiring patriots to safeguard the nation&’s core values for generations to come.
Duplicity: Basketball, Drugs, and My Double Life
by Curtis MaloneIn Duplicity: Basketball, Drugs, and My Double Life Curtis Malone offers readers a detailed look at his complicated life by sharing a powerful tale of hypocrisy, greed, betrayal, failed dreams, and renewed hope.Curtis Malone had the charisma, vision, and connections to become a giant in the world of grassroots basketball. He didn&’t just build teams—he built futures, transforming raw talent into college scholarships and NBA dreams. On the surface, he was a mentor, a role model, and a community leader. But beneath that polished exterior lay a man caught in a dangerous web of ambition, survival, and duplicity that has been misunderstood and miscast by many in sports media. Duplicity dives into the double life of Curtis Malone, a man whose drive for power and provision blurred the lines between right and wrong. Basketball gave him purpose, a way to inspire and uplift. But the streets offered him quick money and the means to maintain his image as a provider—not just for his family, but for the community he desperately wanted to support. Curtis takes readers on an emotional journey as he grapples with identity, manhood, and the weight of his decisions. He believed he could play both sides, using basketball to save lives and drugs to sustain them. But as the lines between these worlds blur, the question looms: Was he really helping, or was he only perpetuating the cycles he hoped to break? Duplicity is a gripping exploration of power, loyalty, and the choices that define us. It challenges readers to consider the cost of ambition and the fragility of a life built on two conflicting foundations.
The Mapmaker: A Novel of World War II
by Tom YoungResistance fighters Charlotte and Philippe, an American woman and a Frenchman, brave death or worse to evade the Gestapo and get critical information to the Allies.Resistance operative Charlotte Denneau has critical targeting information for the Allies, and the Gestapo knows it. On the run across occupied France, she must prioritize her mission over the lives of the agents and civilians she needs to aid her escape. Germans are taking down Resistance networks with disastrous results. Agents are being arrested, tortured, questioned, and turned. Charlotte communicates in coded radio calls to London, well aware the enemy is always listening. More than anything, she must find a flight out—before the Nazis drag her to an interrogation chamber. Philippe Gerard, a French pilot who joined the British Royal Air Force after the fall of France, faces an impossible mission: He must find Charlotte, land by moonlight to pick her up in a farmer&’s field, and evade Luftwaffe fighters on the way back to England. But where is she? If he gets an all-clear signal over a dark pasture, is she really there? Or could the signal be luring him into a trap? In the critical weeks before D-Day, every contribution counts: A well-drawn map, a timely aerial photo, or a daring landing in a muddy field might make the difference between triumph and defeat. Inspired by real-life events from World War II, The Mapmaker demonstrates how individual courage and sacrifice set the stage for victory.
Passport to Danger
by Sheila GrantPassport to Danger is a thrilling story of espionage during the height of the Cold War with the action racing from posh office towers in New York City to a crescendo in the resort towns of Cuernavaca and Acapulco with stakes of nuclear proportions.The CIA-backed invasion of the Bay of Pigs had been repelled by Russian-armed Cuba, the Berlin Wall had been erected separating East from West, and the Cuban Missile Crisis had brought the US and Russia one launch button away from World War III. The arms race between the two world powers was at a fevered pitch and the Cold War was at its apex. It is against this backdrop that supermodel Elizabeth Lamont is recruited by the CIA after a case of mistaken identity and thrust into the conflict as a double agent impersonating notorious KGB operative Nicola Neumann. Elizabeth&’s mission is to reach Anton Sobokov, who defected from Russia and became a leading US nuclear physicist. Now he&’s being held by the KGB in a house in Cuernavaca, Mexico, waiting to be transported to Cuba by plane and Moscow by boat. While impersonating Nicola Neumann, Elizabeth must gain access to the house and obtain the encrypted code to Sobokov&’s work before it falls into the hands of the Soviets. Should she fail, the balance of power could shift from the US to Russia. With a growing affection for Steve Brenner, a nuclear scientist and close friend of the perceived traitor, Sobokov, the stakes become personal as Elizabeth must prevent her emotions from sabotaging her mission—even if the answers she uncovers devastate the man she may be growing to love.
Becoming HER: Straight Talk for Healing, Embodying, and Radiating as Your Most Powerful Self
by Monica YatesA NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER Becoming HER: Straight Talk for Healing, Embodying, and Radiating as Your Most Powerful Self&“This book is for those women who don&’t want to be thrown into the box of being a perfect wife, mother, and housekeeper, and they don&’t want to be thrown into competition with other women for success, money, or getting to the &‘top.&’ What I&’ve seen in my work is that a lot of modern women want to be somewhere in the middle. They want to be able to have a career and purpose and be a mum, wife, and great lover. They want to have the safety of knowing they can pursue an incredible career opportunity, and be cherished, adored, and devoured by their man.&” ~Monica Yates Picture HER: a woman who moves through life with ease, grace, and confidence. She isn&’t caught up in the chaos of modern life. Instead, she exudes strength, radiates authenticity, and cultivates relationships that uplift her. Becoming HER is about healing your past, embodying your truest self, and radiating as the feminine woman you were born to be. In this groundbreaking book, Monica Yates, a celebrated coach and top 0.5% podcast host, shares her powerful H-E-R FrameworkTM: Heal the trauma and societal conditioning that hold you back. Embody the woman you&’re born to be, who balances her career, relationships, and personal well-being with ease. Radiate confidence and authenticity, creating a life of fulfillment and joy. Packed with science-backed insights, raw personal stories, and actionable tools, Becoming HER explores: Why modern expectations are burning women out—and how to break free. The power of embracing your feminine energy and healing your relationship with men. How polarity in relationships creates deep intimacy and satisfaction. The secrets to aligning your inner and outer worlds for lasting success and happiness. If you&’re ready to heal, grow, and glow, Becoming HER is your ultimate guide.
Hey Dad...: Everything You Should've Learned About Life (But Didn't).
by Rob J. FinlayHey Dad… is the ultimate guide for young adults stumbling into adulthood, packed with the life lessons you thought they would magically know by now—like how to land a job, manage money, and avoid putting diesel in their gas engine (yep, that happened).Stepping into adulthood feels like taking a leap off a cliff—one that you are not quite prepared for. From figuring out how to land your first job to managing your finances, renting your first apartment, and not panicking when your car breaks down, &“adulting&” can feel overwhelming. That&’s where Hey Dad… comes in.Written by Rob Finlay, a dad of four who&’s been on the receiving end of countless late-night &“Hey Dad, how do I…?&” phone calls, this book offers the life lessons you never knew you needed until you found yourself Googling &“how to fix a circuit breaker&” at 2 a.m.With advice from experts on everything from job hunting and personal finance to starting your own business, plus real stories about successes and failures that make adulthood feel like a never-ending learning curve, Hey Dad… is your go-to guide for surviving—and thriving—through life&’s most confusing transitions.Whether you&’re just graduated, moving into your first place, or just trying to figure out how to keep it all together, this book will help you approach adulthood with confidence, humor, and maybe a little less Googling.
The Primate Myth: Why the Latest Science Leads Us to a New Theory of Human Nature
by Jonathan LeafChallenging everything we thought we knew, this book takes a revolutionary look at how humans are far less like other primates than we&’ve been led to believe—and uncovers what truly sets us apart.Humans are primates, much like chimps—or so we&’ve been continually told. Yet recent discoveries show that our species has a different brain design, function, and chemistry; different eating, sleeping, mating, and rearing patterns; a different metabolism; and a different physiology than apes. Nor is our behavior much like theirs, and we don&’t even have the feet made for climbing trees that define the primate order. Could it be that conceiving of ourselves as primates isn&’t helping us understand what it is to be human? By examining the latest research in neuroscience and genetics, we are propelled toward a radically different conception of our nature. In this way, we can begin to grasp the distinctively human dimensions of war, murder, suicide, and homosexuality, along with our fascinations with subjects like sports, politics, and fashion. Here is the path by which to understand our species&’ essential problems and uncover the answers for how we should live our lives.
The Geek of Chic: An American Dream Italian Style
by Federico MarchettiAn inspiring story full of successes, mistakes, honesty, and what it takes to start from zero, with the purpose to give courage to anyone who wants to change the world.Federico Marchetti took a few million dollar investment from Benchmark, a venture capital firm, in early 2000 and turned it into YOOX Net-a-Porter Group. This was later sold to Cartier&’s parent company, Richemont, in a $6 billion transaction value. Marchetti found his own recipe for success by combining Silicon Valley hard skills with Italian creativity and humanism. His approach to business harkens back to this Italian DNA, and yet Marchetti helped bring fashion into the 21st century by building Italy&’s first unicorn—in a country lacking digital infrastructure and tech culture. Marchetti&’s story unfolds against a backdrop of European vistas—Milan, Lake Como, Venice, and England&’s Royal Palaces. His journey starts with a challenging Italian childhood, and hits on many of the most significant moments in international business over the past decades—from working in the Twin Towers to studying at Columbia Business School and launching a start-up right before the dotcom bubble. Along the way he meets the who&’s who of technology from Jeff Bezos to Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Marchetti sits on the Armani board of directors as the only non-family member, attends the catwalk shows, and co-invests in the movies of Luca Guadagnino. From the glamorous party thrown with Anna Wintour to the dazzling coronation of King Charles III—where he sits on another type of front row as the only Italian invited alongside the President of the Republic of Italy—The Geek of Chic is as inspiring as it is entertaining, filled with doses of style, surreal situations, unexpected happenings, and &‘sliding door&’ moments.
What's Right with America: ...And How We Can Keep It That Way!
by Hon. Paul Johnson Larry AldrichRegardless of what you see on the nightly news or hear from politicians, America is the greatest superpower in history, and those who live here will experience a future of fantastic abundance for the remainder of the century and beyond.Is America&’s future as bright as its past? What&’s Right with America argues that not only is the answer &“Yes,&” but the nation&’s most incredible days are yet to come. Despite the challenges and divisions we face, America&’s true strength lies in its core principles and the resilient spirit of its people. From the vision of our Founding Fathers to the resilience and determination that have shaped our history, What&’s Right with America explores what makes the country uniquely capable of thriving in times of change. With inspiring stories and thought-provoking analysis, authors Paul Johnson and Larry Aldrich reveal how America&’s prosperity is rooted in more than just economic might—it&’s grounded in values like freedom, individual empowerment, and deep commitment to justice and liberty. Johnson and Aldrich have identified five defining characteristics that have propelled the United States to greatness, showing how these ideals can guide us through current and future challenges. Whether you&’re concerned about politics, society, or the economy, What&’s Right With America offers a powerful reminder that America&’s strength is more than just its leadership—it&’s in every citizen who believes in the promise of a better future. What&’s Right with America is a must-read for anyone who believes in America&’s potential and is looking for a roadmap to a brighter tomorrow. Join the movement to embrace optimism, uphold our founding ideals, and strengthen the spirit that makes America exceptional.
Forever Fly Free: One Woman's Story of Resilience and the Power of Hope and Love
by Jenny BrandemuehlWinner of the 2025 International Impact Book Award, Global Book Award, Global eBook Award, and Literary Titan Book Award A powerful story of love and hope in the face of overwhelming tragedy, offering a captivating reminder that we all have the strength to rebuild, heal, and find love again.When Jenny and Mark first cross paths at a New York tech company, their lives couldn&’t seem more different. Jenny was born in New York but raised as a Chinese American expat in Hong Kong, Taipei, and Kuala Lumpur, so different from Mark, who grew up on a Wisconsin dairy farm. Yet their shared love for adventure and deep curiosity about life pull them together, igniting a passionate bond. With two sons and thriving Silicon Valley careers, they build what seems like the perfect life.But in an instant, everything changes. When Mark&’s small plane crashes after takeoff from Scottsdale Airport, he survives but is left with life-threatening burns, plunging their family into unimaginable turmoil. As Mark fights for his life at the Arizona Burn Center, Jenny's world shatters—yet through a series of miracles, flickers of hope emerge.Forever Fly Free tells the poignant story of Jenny&’s transformative journey—one marked by love, loss, and a resilience she never knew she possessed. As tragedy strikes again, Jenny is forced to look within, rediscovering herself in the process. In the face of heartache, she rebuilds her life with newfound strength, learning that love can heal in ways she never imagined.This is the story of an ordinary woman thrust into extraordinary circumstances, who rises above it all with a deeper sense of gratitude, purpose, and a heart open to love once more.
Stop Trying!: The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More
by Carla Ondrasik&“Lots of books promise change, but Stop Trying! is the change. Carla Ondrasik gives you one simple yet insanely powerful tool that&’ll flip your life into high gear. If you&’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and actually start living a life that feels meaningful and successful, this book shows you exactly how to do it.&” —Mel Robbins, bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast &“Carla&’s book does a fantastic job of motivating anyone to stop making excuses so they can dance all the way to the finish line of their dreams. Stop Trying! is a call to action that encourages us all to get off our butts and do it.&” —Paula Abdul, singer, choreographer, and actress&“Stop Trying! encourages us to separate our ambitions from our actions and to just go get it!&” —Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and podcast host If you&’re struggling to get things done or meet your goals, the problem isn&’t that you&’re not trying hard enough, it&’s that you&’re trying in the first place.When it comes to getting stuff done, we fall short more often than we like to admit. This can leave us feeling frustrated and ashamed, because despite trying our very best we can&’t seem to meet our goals. Why? The surprising answer is ingeniously outlined in Stop Trying!: The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More—an evolutionary guide that evokes the revelatory force of The Five-Second Rule and the sublime practicality of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. Put simply, it turns out that trying is just an illusion for doing. Stop Trying! illuminates the deception in a mindset built on trying, which can lead to anxiety, procrastination, perceived loss of control, fatigue, fear of failure, lack of follow-through, and overall life dissatisfaction. Importantly, this book offers a way out of the rut and into practical, progressive action. Stop Trying! reveals the compelling science behind our brain, behaviors, and beliefs when it comes to the notion of trying. Pulling from positive psychology, the science of habit formation, clinical studies, and more, motivational speaker Carla Ondrasik guides us to proven-effective strategies for better doing—and ultimately to goal achievement and a more fulfilling life. Readers will learn techniques and tips, build skills through interactive activities, and hear sincere stories from everyday people who&’ve made the transformative switch from trying to doing. Achievement is just one &“do or do not&” decision away, and it starts with eliminating &“try&” from our vocabulary. Stop Trying! shows us how to do that.
Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI
by Faisal HoqueThe question this book answers is, how can we use AI to unlock humanity&’s full potential while protecting what is most precious about the human experience?As humanity takes its first steps into the Age of Artificial Intelligence, we are only just beginning to think through the possibilities and the dangers this technology brings. But we do not have time for leisurely speculation. AI will overturn the world we know in our lifetimes, and we must prepare ourselves to meet the unprecedented changes that will soon be upon us. In Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI, Faisal Hoque, one of the world&’s leading management thinkers and technologists, and a bestselling author, provides readers with the road maps they need to tackle the most important questions of our generation. · A unique perspective that emerges at the intersection of philosophy, humanity, business, and technology · Powerful practical frameworks to guide the reader in thinking about and using AI · The OPEN framework for unlocking the potential of AI · The CARE framework for protecting against its dangers · Structured approaches to AI tailored for individuals, businesses, and government agencies
Mending Reality: An Advocate's Existential Journey with Mental Health
by Cohen Miles-RathAfter being incarcerated for nearly killing his dad due to a psychosis-induced prophetic vision, Cohen Miles-Rath wishes to support others with their mental health challenges.Cohen Miles-Rath, an elite runner and first-generation college student, attacked his dad with a knife. He thought he was saving humanity by killing Satan—the universe demanded it of him as the Prophet. However, he was deceived by mania and psychosis, and, soon after, was arrested at gunpoint. Cohen&’s love for his dad couldn&’t stop mental illness from nearly destroying their lives. But effective intervention could have. He had been hospitalized twice. What went wrong? Since jail, Cohen has managed schizoaffective symptoms and substance misuse, confronted his painful past, and obtained a social work master&’s degree. Now, he&’s a mental health advocate. Told through page-turning narrative, Cohen's transformational journey—having overcome a maniacal, reality-shattering illness—will inspire hope in those seeking insight with mental health.
Kids on Earth: The Learning Potential of 5 Billion Minds
by Howard Blumenthal Robert C. PiantaIn this visionary effort, students take the lead in reimagining public education for the twenty-first century, advocating for a more active, personalized, and relational approach to learningTwenty-first century youth are hungry for new ways to learn. Their world is global, mobile, and rich with opportunities previous generations couldn’t possibly have imagined. As they make clear in this book, the old standards of schooling no longer apply. In Kids on Earth, Howard Blumenthal and Robert C. Pianta go straight to the source—students themselves—to rethink public education for the five billion young minds projected to be learning by 2050. Blumenthal and Pianta interview children and teenagers from more than seventy countries, along with parents, teachers, and learning experts, to build, from their perspectives, a scalable global framework for radical educational change. “New School,” in contrast to old school, is a foundational concept with three guiding pillars: learning is active, learning is personal, and learning is relational. Its teachings emphasize cognitive science, memory, and relationships—aligning learning with contemporary lived experience. New School also appreciates “Not School,” external instruction that involves media, technology, and other forms of learning. Integrating these spheres, Blumenthal and Pianta argue, would better reflect our hyperconnected, innovative world, motivating students to succeed within it.Kids on Earth calls not for reform but reinvention, an ambitious, all-hands-on-deck effort to remake school for current and future generations, preparing them best for global citizenship. Unlike many books on education, this volume gives kids the chance to make it alright.
Character Compass, Second Edition: Four Directions for Building Powerful School Culture and Student Success
by Scott Seider Shelby Clark Madora SoutterThe popular volume on the power of character development in the classroom now features new chapters on intellectual risk-taking and open-mindedness, plus reflections from leaders and former students of the participating schools on the impact of character education on their work and lives Character Compass, Second Edition returns to three high-performing urban schools to reassess their distinct commitments to character education. Classical Academy prizes moral character, College Bound Middle School emphasizes performance character, and Civitas Prep prioritizes civic character. To this group, Scott Seider, Shelby Clark, and Madora Soutter add Bright Ideas Middle School, which champions intellectual character. They describe the ways in which these four school&’s distinctive character goals lead them to emphasize different programming and practices and to nurture different dimensions of their students&’ characters. Seider, Clark, and Soutter reconnect with the students that were interviewed more than a decade ago to ask how character education influenced their trajectories, and they invite the volume&’s original school leaders to share how their thinking has and has not changed. Their research reaffirms the foundational strength of character education in building a powerful school culture where students can thrive, and a new case-study on a school emphasizing intellectual character broadens the framework&’s reach. With its rare longitudinal and retrospective perspective, Character Compass, Second Edition provides K–12 educators and school leaders with powerful guidance for making character development central to their mission of supporting student success. Updates also help practitioners hone their chosen approach to best complement their own unique institutional commitments, community, and context.
The Future of Tutoring: Lessons from 10,000 School District Tutoring Initiatives
by Liz CohenThe inspiring story of the high-impact tutoring movement and its revitalization of the post-pandemic classroom Public education isn&’t a sector known for quick change, but the COVID-19 pandemic turned schools into labs of innovation nationwide. By the pandemic&’s end, a remarkable number of K–12 classrooms had come to embrace tutoring, particularly &“high-impact tutoring&” and its adaptable design. In The Future of Tutoring, Liz Cohen looks back at a unique revolution and finds that, with effective buy-in and thoughtful implementation, tutoring programs can improve academic performance for all students. Within a year into the pandemic, 10,000 US school districts were offering some sort of tutoring initiative after years of almost none. The lessons learned are vast. Traveling to Ohio, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, DC, Cohen covers the ups and downs of this massive shift, with a special focus on high-impact tutoring, in which a small group of students work consistently with an adult at least three days a week. Whether the instruction was in-person or virtual, performed by district staff or college students, or focused on math or reading, this renewed investment in the student-tutor relationship helped educators design curricula around students&’ specific needs and motivators, with measurable results. Cohen tells an inspiring story of administrators, practitioners, and state leaders all staking their reputations on a bold intervention. As leaders struggle with how to combat students&’ learning loss, The Future of Tutoring shows where resources can make a real difference.
The Hottest Seat on Campus: A Roadmap for Mastering Leadership in College Admission
by Angel B. PérezAn essential aid for training sitting and aspiring admissions officers in the skills required to succeed in higher education today The college admission deanship—often called &“the hottest seat on campus&”—requires navigating institutional politics, legal hurdles, revenue allocation, and more, all while overseeing enrollment that meets demographic and financial objectives. A seat with high turnover, its opportunities for professional growth, in terms of extending networks, burnishing leadership credentials, and gaining invaluable institutional insight, are nevertheless unmatched. In The Hottest Seat on Campus, veteran counselor Angel B. Pérez helps newly appointed and rising admission deans get a handle on the role&’s core expectations and nuances for success. As CEO of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), Pérez knows firsthand how underprepared deans can be for the &“business&” side of their job. Drawing on his own experience, as well as from interviews with current and former admissions leaders who represent a range of perspectives and institutions, Pérez demystifies the deanship and shares strategies for building teams, leading through crisis, navigating shared governance, leveraging the power of storytelling, and self-management. Pérez points to the deeper characteristics and qualities that make for enduring success as a chief enrollment officer and admissions counselor, such as self-awareness, reflection, and the ability to ask the right questions before offering solutions. Grounded in Pérez&’s clear sense of the diverse skills practitioners need, the book offers an action plan professionals can quickly adapt to their own contexts.