Changing Families

Who among us doesn’t want to succeed in our changing world? We all want to thrive at work and in interpersonal relationships. We strive to understand our world’s evolving behavioral codes and to feel comfortable in their presence. How to Succeed in a Changing World will help you decode these enigmas by explaining the "I language" that is the basis of success, and demonstrating how to use it. "I language" is developed in two stages: Research: The Thinking Vector Questionnaire allows you to identify your thinking paradigm. Is your thinking inwardly oriented, which leads you to speak "I ...

Must moms choose between being a "good mom" and achieving the goals they want for themselves? How do you cut through all the chaos, identify what is important, and learn to let go of things that aren't serving you well? In Moms Eat First: 5 Principles to Prioritize Yourself and Create the Change You Crave, author Kathy Sullivan explores five key principles to create and sustain change and shares potential solutions to overcoming barriers.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Charlie Changes into a Chicken by Sam Copeland, read by Rhashan Stone. Charlie McGuffin tries to be an optimist, but in reality he's a bit of a worrier. Some of the things Charlie is worried about are his brother (who is in hospital), their very panicked parents, unwanted attention from the school bully, and the fact that he's started turning into animals! Even though every kid wants a superhero power, Charlie isn't keen on turning into a pigeon in the middle of the school play.

The final book in the landmark Cazalet Chronicles, recently broadcast on BBC Radio 4. It is the 1950s and as the Cazalets' beloved matriarch, the Duchy, passes away, she takes with her the last remnants of a world - of great houses and servants, of class and tradition - in which the Cazalets have thrived. Louise, now divorced, becomes entangled in a painful affair; while Polly and Clary must balance marriage and motherhood with their own ideas and ambitions.

Do you want to help your child with a disability live a more happy and fulfilling life? Raising kids with disabilities is hard, but this audiobook makes it a lot easier. There are many different kinds of disabilities. There are physical and mental disabilities; some disabilities are more visible and disabling than others, but all require an extra amount of attention and action, which can be very overwhelming for parents of a kid with a disability. This audiobook was made to make raising a kid with a disability easier for parents.

Family life can be like a road trip-filled with unpredictable challenges, problems, and situations that try your patience. While no family is perfect, do you ever wonder how some families seem to more effectively manage the challenges than others? Are there really secrets to how to do this thing called "parenting"? In fact, there are.

If you asked eleven-year-old Fred to draw a map of her family, it would be a bit confusing. Her birth father was never in the picture, her mom died years ago, and her stepfather, Luca, is now expecting a baby with his new girlfriend. According to Fred’s teacher, maps don’t always give the full picture of our history, but more and more it feels like Fred’s family is redrawing the line of their story . . . and Fred is feeling left off the map.

We know the harm that comes from prioritizing work or family at the cost of the other, so what is the secret to living a fully engaged and balanced life in both work and family? Hosts of the Love or Work podcast, Jeff and André Shinabarger posed this question to 100 working couples - from professional athletes and artists, entrepreneurs and CEOs, to fashion icons and church leaders.

Let God Enrich Your Life! Are the daily stressors of life making you feel overwhelmed? Are you feeling like you are heading down the wrong path? It’s not easy being a young adult in today’s fast paced world. You have to battle life’s challenges even before you get accustomed to handling responsibilities on your own. It is only natural to feel lost and unhappy. In moments of absolute desperation when you feel like giving up, God can help you find the right way. “Jesus Rediscovered” is a book filled with insight into prayers and their power. Penned down by popular spiritual and ...

One snowstorm. One Golden Retriever. One unforgettable week of tech glitches, talent shows, and digital mayhem. Seventh-grader Marie Lane thought a week of virtual school would be easy—until the internet crashed, the chat exploded, and her Golden Retriever, Max, became the most chaotic Zoom Bomber the class had ever seen. Thrown into a whirlwind of frozen screens, mystery guests, and surprise breakout room disasters, Marie and her classmates scramble to make their snowbound week count. With a mismatched team of brainiacs, artists, and accidental comedians (plus one extremely determined ...

A Western drama book set in the upper Missouri River region during the late 19th century. In the heart of a changing American West, "The Cattle Rancher" paints a vivid portrait of resilience, love, and the struggle against encroaching modernity. As traditional cattle rancher Tom Byron fights to protect his way of life, his strong-willed daughter Hope yearns to carve her own path amidst the turbulent backdrop of a waning frontier. This gripping tale interweaves their lives as they face not only the imminent transformation of their landscape but also the complexities of family, identity, and ...

Fans of classic works such as Tea with Mussolini and Steel Magnolias will be sure to fall in love with Turn Into Stars. Marilyn Jackson’s life has not changed for almost twenty years; between caring for her parents and her dull, clerical job, there has never been time for herself. Every day, she feels frozen, looking out the window, watching the rest of the world. Her only escape comes at night when she becomes lost in the books that take her to faraway places filled with the possibility of adventure. However, Marilyn is always aware she must return from her colourful daydreams and face ...

The history of adoption is the history of the world itself. Children taken in by new families have grown up to dramatically reshape the world in ways most of us do not fully appreciate. Chosen for Greatness profiles 16 well-known adoptees who were given the opportunity to change history for the better when they were taken in by their new families.

Society is making great strides in increasing awareness of oppression and injustice, but one group remain mistreated, with unequal human rights, and remains under-discussed: children. We are a society who are afraid of treating children kindly, as evidenced by the almost constant uproar and ridicule of the 'gentle parenting' movement by the media today. Because each of us have been raised to believe that the rights of children matter less than those of adults, we subconsciously continue the cycle of childism from one generation to the next.

"How can I help others grow and transform if I haven’t done it myself...?" Cyndi Lee asks in the opening pages of her memoir, May I Be Happy, where she makes a surprising revelation. In spite of her success in physically demanding professions - dancer, choreographer, and yoga teacher - Lee was caught in a lifelong cycle of repetitive self-judgment about her body, which was infecting her closest relationships - including her relationship with herself.

When Life Takes a Twist: Unraveling the Threads of Love, Family, and Destiny Rose, a dedicated school teacher, enjoys a well-deserved night out with her colleagues at a local pub. When a charming stranger, Elijah, catches her attention with a surprising gesture, they share an undeniable connection. As the night unfolds, their chemistry leads to an impulsive decision that leaves a lasting impact. When Rose later discovers she's expecting a child, she must confront her fears and navigate the unexpected consequences of that fateful evening. Elijah, known for living life to the fullest, is ...

Changes in health can be overwhelming. Get empowered to make the best decisions for you. How can you make the most of living with declining health or strength? How can you manage your day-to-day life while living with a critical diagnosis or unexpected prognosis? How can you make the best health-care decisions for you when you're feeling lost? Own Your Care offers patients and family members a guide to finding answers for what may feel like an overwhelming situation.

This extraordinary guidebook offers a satisfying new approach to raising confident, healthy, whole human beings, from toddler to teen. Groundbreaking in both its scope and methodology, ParentShift challenges some of our most popular disciplinary tools - including punishments, threats, bribery, and rewards - all of which, science has shown, sabotage so many of the long-term goals we have for our kids.

Navigate the rollercoaster of puberty with ease! Understand and cherish your evolving body and emotions, even if the journey seems daunting. Is your young girl or teenage daughter on the cusp of puberty? Are you, as a parent or guardian, unsure how to guide her through this crucial phase? Ever wished for a comprehensive, supportive guide that demystifies puberty for both you and your girl? You're not alone.

The antebellum era and the close of the 19th century frame a period of great agricultural expansion. During this time, farmhouse plans designed by rural men and women regularly appeared in the flourishing Northern farm journals. This book analyzes these vital indicators of the work patterns, social interactions, and cultural values of the farm families of the time. Examining several hundred owner-designed plans, McMurry shows the ingenious ways in which "progressive" rural Americans designed farmhouses in keeping with their visions of a dynamic, reformed rural culture.