Personal Care

Are you in an abusive or unhappy relationship? Do you try too hard to please your friends at the expense of your own needs and wants? Are you subservient to others and do you find yourself unable to become independent? Do you suffer from negative self-talk? These are all signs that your self-care regimen is deficient in some way. The Smart Girl's Guide to Self-Care tackles the common problems of effective self-care with practical suggestions for practices that will create a sustainable, lifelong self-care routine.

Ward of the State: A Memoir of Foster Care tells what happened to a little Black boy from the inner city of Detroit. This is the story of Karlos Dillard, who was severely neglected by his mother, who often left him and his siblings at home alone for weeks to fend for themselves. Enduring severe neglect and abuse, the boy was removed by the State of Michigan and put into foster care. Karlos was removed from his mother's care just to end up in foster homes that treated him worse. Karlos was told he was not loved, he was not wanted, and he was nothing but a ward of the state.

Are you looking after yourself? For so for many of us, with so much to do and think about, self care - taking care of our mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being - often falls by the wayside. The Self-Care Handbook equips you to make positive, helpful choices for incorporating self-care into your life. It explains how to take responsibility for your own well being and provides ideas and practical advice on how you can better look after yourself.

If you’re like many moms out there, your number one priority is usually everyone else. Driving the kids from one activity to the next, ensuring everyone’s fed and clothed, the list of duties is endless! But if you’ve fallen into this trap, you could be creating the opposite effect to the one you desire because the best gift you can give your children is a whole and healthy you! Whole and healthy in body, spirit, and soul.

World-renowned trainer Sean O’Shea, owner and founder of The Good Dog Training and Rehabilitation, saw some recurring themes consistently derailing the human/dog relationship. Sean discovered that countless trainers and owners were struggling to not only understand these issues but to put clear, concise, easy-to-understand words to them. The Good Dog Way: Love Them by Leading Them, fills that incredibly important gap. Until its release, dog training books almost exclusively focused on training mechanics, commands, and rules, but had missed the all-important "why".

Lean healthcare is the practice of applying "lean" concepts to the healthcare industry in order to reduce waste, enhance patient outcomes, and lower costs. All employees of the firm, from clinicians to operations and administrative personnel, continuously work to identify areas of waste and eliminate anything that does not create value for patients using lean concepts in healthcare. If you visit Toyota assembly plants you can see how Toyota has put all the systems and supports staff in place to ensure that the production team members on the assembly line always have the parts and the ...

Dog owners know that dogs can be trained, but the idea of training rarely crosses cat owners' minds. But as best-selling anthrozoologist John Bradshaw and cat expert Sarah Ellis show, not only can cats be trained, but they absolutely should be to ensure a happy and healthy relationship between pet and owner. Once we comprehend cats' emotions and needs, we can train them to overcome their natural fears and anxieties.

Almost everything about puberty has changed since today's adults went through it. Bewildered adults have begged for reliable and relatable information about the modern adolescent experience. This Is So Awkward answers their call. Written by a pediatrician and a puberty educator—together the hosts of a lively and popular podcast on puberty, and moms to six teens between them—this is the handbook everyone has been searching for. Eye-opening and reassuring, This Is So Awkward will help adults understand the turbulent pubescent decade and become confident guides for today’s kids.

MASTER STEPPARENTING is a guide that offers practical wisdom for every stage of blended family life based on research and authentic experiences. It provides strategies for creating harmony in your blended family, from defining your role to managing finances and building traditions. This guide recognizes that blended families develop through predictable phases. Through case studies, you'll discover practical solutions with actionable examples and implementation plans. Building a successful blended family means weaving diverse histories and relationships into a unique family tapestry.

Before journalist Chelsea Conaboy gave birth, she anticipated the joy of holding her newborn, the endless dirty diapers, and the sleepless nights. What she didn’t expect was how different she would feel—a shift in self, as deep as it was disorienting. Something was changing: her brain. New parents undergo major brain changes, driven by hormones and the deluge of stimuli a baby provides. Conaboy delves into the neuroscience to reveal unexpected upsides, generations of scientific neglect, and a powerful new narrative of parenthood.

Empath & Psychic Abilities is for anyone who wants to awaken their intuition in a way that frees their inner empath and unlocks their innate psychic abilities. Not only that, it’s for anyone who wants to be able to turn their back on the negatives and embrace a truly authentic way of internal living, and finally embracing your gifts as an empath!

The following book aims to make you the best version of yourself. Many times, we tend to forget that the most important person in the world, or our world, is ourselves. For that reason, I have taken the time to develop a book with the necessary information for you to regain control of your life. You will take a journey of reflection in which you will understand that living through other people is harmful to your life.

The Complete Handbook on Braids and Wigs Care: Cleaning, Hydration, and Debunking Myths by Diane Shawe a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals wearing wigs, toppers, frontals, or braids with the knowledge and tools needed to care for their hair effectively. In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for versatile hairstyles has surged, leading many to embrace protective styles like braids or opt for wigs and hairpieces for convenience and style versatility. However, with the multitude of options available, navigating the world of haircare for braids and wigs can be overwhelming...

This comprehensive guide will help you navigate the complex process of end-of-life planning. You will learn what documents you need to keep handy, what important information you need to have written down, and anything you may still have left to do.

As pediatrician and mother of two teenagers Cara Natterson explains, puberty starts in boys long before any visible signs appear, and that causes confusion about their changing temperaments for boys and parents alike. Often, they also grow quieter as they grow taller, which leads to less parent-child communication. But, as Natterson warns in Decoding Boys, we respect their increasing "need" for privacy, monosyllabic conversations, and alone time at their peril.

Tilly hates her stepfather, Dave. He abuses her mother, but she refuses to leave him. Frightened for her own safety, Tilly asks to go into foster care and is placed with Cathy. Tilly arrives with a graze on her cheek, and Cathy becomes increasingly concerned by Dave’s behaviour, especially when she learns he has been showering Tilly with gifts. While she’s busy looking after Tilly and trying to keep her safe, Cathy is also worried about her own daughter, Lucy.

I want to be loved for my truths, but I worry that they might be too heavy, for anyone to bear. I long for the world to see me, but I’m afraid it might not like what it finds. I seek understanding, but fear the cost of being fully known.

Boomer Chicks, this one’s for you! You’ve lived, loved, and learned—and now it’s time to thrive like never before. Tips and Tricks for Boomer Chicks is the ultimate tongue-in-cheek guide to navigating life’s next exciting chapter with confidence, style, and grace. Packed with practical advice, witty wisdom, and fresh insights, this book covers everything you need to live your best life while embracing the freedom and joy that come with experience. This is not your average advice book. Inside, you’ll discover creative solutions for everyday challenges and exciting ways to ...

The only way to get over it is to get through it. Help is here. High-Conflict Divorce for Women has everything that divorce books for women should have - practical strategies, helpful scripts, and realistic advice on how to navigate and cope with a difficult divorce. From understanding the legalities of divorce, to developing a post-divorce budget, and more, this book goes beyond other divorce books for women to offer a wide range of strategies for getting through each stage of the process. Plus, you'll discover tips for emotional and physical self-care and mitigating stress.

Are you looking for; an excellent resource for teenagers seeking guidance, as well as parents, educators, and mentors looking to support the next generation? This book is; A transformative guide specially crafted for teenagers seeking to navigate the complexities of adolescence with confidence and purpose. Packed with invaluable life lessons, this book empowers teenagers to unlock their full potential and thrive in every aspect of their lives. Engaging and relatable stories and examples make these lessons easy to understand and apply in real-life situations. Covers essential topics like ...