Adult Development

At age 39, Ariel Gore has everything she’s always wanted: a successful writing career, a long-term partnership, a beautiful if tiny home, a daughter in college and a son in preschool. But life’s happy endings don’t always last. If it’s not one thing, after all, it’s your mother. Her name is Eve. Her epic temper tantrums have already gotten her banned from three cab companies in Portland. And she’s here to announce that she’s dying.

Listen to this book to gain secret keys to unlock a whole new world! Discover practical survival advice for those of us who didn’t receive empowerment from our own parents, for those with children already who want to be a better parent to train and sustain conscious future generations, as well as those of us working to raise consciousness and survive planet Earth, despite our own shortcomings, especially during these unsettling dynamic global shifts.

Most parents faced with the pain of a child coming out have very little knowledge of how to navigate it. As a result, they are likely to experience many years of struggle and frustration and could make mistakes that could cause life-altering harm to their child.

From stress-induced symptom searching and "miracle cures" to the wellness fads filling your social media timeline, health journalist Casey Gueren digs into why we're so anxious about our health and how to separate medical facts from fiction.

A Is for Advocacy outlines five practical and effective strategies to let your voice be heard in determining your child’s academic future. After working through the chapters of this book, you’ll be equipped and confident enough to have a seat at the table and gain results. Emme brings her unique perspective from both sides of the table, serving as a high school counselor and as a parent to a special-needs son. Her down-to-earth style is sure to draw you in and power you forward. The act of advocating does not have to be complicated.

When an aging loved one suddenly needs long-term care, families are often emotionally and financially unprepared for the road ahead. This essential guide gives you a comprehensive overview of the senior care industry so you and your family can make informed decisions. You’ll find valuable insights, practical advice and step-by-step strategies to help you define your assets, identify available financial resources and make the best choices about your loved one’s care.

Feel like everyone has a social circle—except you? How to Make Friends as an Adult is your no-fluff guide to overcoming social anxiety, building confidence, and creating the kind of real, lasting friendships that make life feel fuller. If you’ve recently moved, changed careers, ended a relationship, or just drifted from old friends, you’re not alone. Unlike childhood, adult life doesn’t hand us friendships—we have to create them. But how do you do that when you're busy, anxious, or unsure where to start?

How often have you seen a teenage girl pretend to be perturbed, but secretly smile, when she is told that she acts or looks just like her mother? Fathers, brothers, and friends sometimes shake their heads in wonder as girls "turn into their mothers". This new collection from Chicken Soup represents the best stories from Chicken Soup's library on the special bond between mothers and daughters, and the magical, mysterious similarities between them.

This comprehensive guide takes you on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Understand the complexities of adult ADHD, its impact on your life, and how to navigate the challenges you face. From diagnosis to developing emotional control, boosting productivity, and nurturing meaningful relationships, this audiobook covers it all.

Los adolescentes de hoy se enfrentan a muchas presiones. También, desafíos y obstáculos que parecen imposibles de superar. Puede ser difícil mantener una actitud positiva y estar motivado cuando las cosas se ponen difíciles: acabas sintiéndote atrapado en un ciclo interminable de estrés, ansiedad y depresión.

Ready to master your finances and escape the paycheck-to-paycheck lifestyle? This book is your roadmap to financial freedom, designed for young adults eager to build a sturdy financial foundation. Starting early is crucial in wealth accumulation, and this guide provides a tailored approach, regardless of your family's financial background.

By just incorporating ten simple and compelling techniques into your everyday life, you’ll unlock the secrets of social finesse that even the most introverted can master! Inside this life-altering book, you’ll discover: How to get yourself some rizz: Learn how to build self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and self-image. Practical strategies to swerve the drama: Find out how to communicate constructively, resolve conflicts, and deal with unnecessary drama.

Ready. Set, Adult is the ultimate guidebook for young adults and teenagers as they embark on their journey into adulthood. This comprehensive book provides a roadmap for navigating the complex and challenging terrain of growing up, covering a wide range of essential topics that are crucial for success in today's world.

From the acclaimed author of Stuffed comes an intimate memoir, written with charm and panache, that juxtaposes two fascinating lives - the iconoclastic designer Elsa Schiaparelli and the author's own mother - to explore how a girl fashions herself into a woman.

Dealing with anxiety can feel like a lonely battle. The only people who may really understand what you’re going through are likely those who have experienced it themselves. If some or all of these sound familiar, you should know that you are not alone.

Millions of American parents sit down to dinner every night, wondering why fully grown children are joining them - or, more likely, grunting good-bye as they head out for another night of who knows what. Sally Koslow, a journalist, novelist, and mother of two "adultescents" digs deep to reveal what lies behind the current generation's unwillingness - or inability - to take flight. By delving into the latest research and conducting interviews with parents and offspring, Koslow gives voice to the issues of prolonged dependency.

A very Southern mother-in-law's humorous advice to mothers-in-law everywhere. From the multiple New York Times best-selling author of The Red Hat Club. Best-selling author Haywood Smith and her pals have lots of personal experience in the joys, sorrows, pitfalls and flat-out hysteria of Mother-in-Lawness.

Imagine being away on a work trip and receiving a phone call that turns your entire world upside down. From a father's perspective, experience the journey of Keesha the Warrior Princess and her battle with Stage 4 Breast Cancer at just 30 years old. Learn life lessons that Bob learned during her journey — what Bob calls “Keesha-isms” - that apply to everyone: Learn to adapt to your limitations or disabilities and how they can become your superpowers. Learn to focus on what you can change, not what you have no control over.

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Wi Chen always dreamed of going to America and attending Vanderbilt University to become an engineer. What Wi did not realize is that his dream would set him on a path to try and save his people. Come experience the ups and downs that led to the creation of General Chen - One of the original eight members who had the FireWire to save humanity. Buy General Chen today and see how the legend was created!