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From the time she was young, Suleika Jaouad has kept a journal. She’s used it to mark life's biggest occasions and to weather its most ferocious storms. Journaling has buoyed her through illness, heartbreak, and the deepest uncertainty. And she is not alone: for so many people, keeping a journal is an essential tool for navigating both the personal peaks and valleys and the collective challenges of modern life. More than ever, we need a space for puzzling through.

On a tour through history that's both whimsical and startling, we'll encounter 17th-century children flying around inside their New England home "like geese". We'll meet a father-son team of pious Puritans who embarked on a mission that involved undressing ladies and overseeing hangings. And on the eve of the Civil War, we'll accompany a reporter as he dons a dress and goes searching for witches in New York City's most dangerous neighborhoods.

Want to pass the Connecticut Driver's License Written Exam the First time? "Connecticut Driver's License Practice Test Questions and Study Guide" can make that happen for you! Learn how to pass the written test practicing with actual questions specific to the Connecticut Driver's Manual! This book is very different from many of the other Driver’s License Test Prep books out there because it was written by an author with over 36 years of Driver Education experience. It is also very different in that all the chapters and questions are specific to Connecticut Traffic and Safety Laws. ...

Step into a world of heritage, identity, and empowerment with Moorish Science Temple of America: A Beginner’s Guide: The History, Teachings, and Practices Unveiled. This is more than just a book—it’s a gateway to understanding the profound legacy of Noble Drew Ali and the movement that reshaped the lives of countless individuals. Discover how the Moorish Science Temple of America revolutionized cultural identity, blending history, spirituality, and civic empowerment into a transformative path of self-discovery. Whether you’re new to the subject or seeking to deepen your knowledge, ...

For the end of every movement is its beginning: that from which it was first moved, and to which it always longs to return, so there it may rest and be at peace. —Eriugena The Celts saw time as a great wheel that was continually turning. The sun and the moon served as their calendar, dividing time’s circle and marking the changing seasons as they circled around. Each day, each season, each moon was sacred in its own way. The Celts celebrated each turning of wheel of time with feasting and fire, ritual and prayer. Through these celebrations, the Celts experienced their harmony with a ...

This practical guide to Witchcraft both embraces and celebrates queer men through an impressive collection of spells, rituals, and exercises. The Satyr's Kiss empowers everyone who identifies as male to take his rightful place at the center of his own universe, honoring the unique qualities that set him apart from the mainstream. Emphasizing the importance of sexuality in Witchcraft, this book features a variety of methods for celebrating sex in a magical way. Join Storm Faerywolf on a queer-centered exploration of magical philosophy, history, rites of passage, and sex magic.

Mindfulness seeks to rescue the simplicity of thought that explores what is "normal" on a daily basis, but which has been lost by cluttering the head with future or past ideas, sulking over the past or worrying about the future. When you get the mind to focus on the present and not on future projects or past memories, the state of "enlightenment" or happiness enjoyed by Buddhists can be achieved. Mindfulness transports your mind to the present, but consciously, not thinking about other issues. In fact, the only new thing about this practice is the name, because it has been applied for ...

In "Covert Hypnosis: A Training Manual for Delivering Multimodal Hypnotic Sessions," the realm of covert hypnosis is expanded and redefined. Breaking away from conventional boundaries, this book presents covert hypnosis as a subtle and integral part of everyday communication. The authors define Covert Hypnosis as the absence of a clearly demarcated announcement of hypnosis onset or conclusion, making this practice a seamless and natural component of interaction, which links a wide array of practitioners into this fascinating art form. Explore the Subtle Power of Influence Integrative ...

Tired of battling self-doubt and limiting beliefs that hold you back? Struggling to find inner peace and balance in a chaotic world? Ready to break free from negative thought patterns and rewrite your life story? Michelle Woods, a resilient Black woman who triumphed over adversity, has harnessed the power of daily affirmations to overcome challenges. Now she's here to inspire and uplift with her transformative affirmations of self-love, resilience, and empowerment. "Daily Self-Care Affirmations for Busy Black Women" is an empowering guide that nurtures self-love, confidence, and empowerment...

Become a certified EMT & master hands-on medical skills with this seasoned study guide for aspiring healthcare professionals. Are you a student or healthcare worker who wants to earn their EMT certification and kickstart a deeply gratifying career? Are you feeling stressed out or overwhelmed by demanding questions, advanced topics, or lack of study time? Do you need a clear, comprehensive, & accessible guide that bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills? Then this book is for you. Packed with essential study resources for effortlessly passing your EMT exam, this ...

Attention: Embark on a transformative journey with "Rising Serpent: A Guide to Kundalini Awakening". This compelling book beckons seekers and curious minds, promising an exploration into the depths of inner power and spiritual transformation. Interest: Dive into the mystical realms of Kundalini Awakening as the book unveils the secrets behind this ancient practice. The author deftly crafts a story that enthralls readers and piques their curiosity in the esoteric knowledge of Kundalini energy by combining profound insights with helpful advice. Desire: "Rising Serpent" sparks a desire for ...

Want to pass the California Driver's License Written Exam the First time? "California Driver's License Practice Test Questions and Study Guide" will see that it happens! Learn how to pass the written test practicing with actual questions specific to the California Driver's Manual! "California Driver's License Practice Test Questions and Study Guide" will provide you with: Over 150 Practice Test Questions specific to the California Manual Road sign test questions A condensed version of the California Manual containing all of the pertinent content necessary to pass the written exam A practice...

This wide-ranging anthology brings together pioneering Tibetan Buddhist teachers, scientific researchers, and health professionals to offer fascinating perspectives on the mind and emotions, new studies, and firsthand accounts of how meditation is being applied to great effect in health and social care today. Sogyal Rinpoche and Jetsn Khandro Rinpoche on how meditation unlocks the mind’s healing power. Jon Kabat-Zinn on the benefits of mindfulness in mainstream health care.

A Heart Blown Open chronicles the extraordinary journey of Zen master Jun Po Denis Kelly Roshi, whose life landed him in prison long before he landed in a monastery. Experience the successes and failures that led him to found an entirely new form of Buddhism called Mondo Zen. Starting from an abusive and alcoholic home in Wisconsin, Kelly becomes a major force in the counterculture of the 1960s and one of its biggest manufacturers of LSD. He ends up on the run for five years before serving time in a federal prison, and then goes on to spend six years in a Zen monastery. In his fiftieth year...

Are you interested in learning to speak Spanish and are looking for the right teacher? Have you tried learning Spanish before, but nothing stuck with you? Or do you want to learn but don’t have the time to practice for an hour a day? There are many strategies out there for learning a new skill because one solution does not work for everyone. Everyone learns differently. This audiobook takes a different approach. Rather than cramming information, you will understand how the Spanish language works in short, guided daily lessons.

In an era of digital transformation, disruptive innovation, transient competitive advantage, and industry convergence, mergers and acquisitions have become more complex than ever. Winning at the Acquisition Game presents the best materials, insights, and tools which comprise the comprehensive, cross-disciplinary Mergers and Acquisitions course taught in the MBA and Executive MBA programs at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.

Are you ready to turn your passion for healthcare into a high-demand career with flexibility, stability, and impact? As the healthcare industry evolves, the need for skilled medical coders has never been greater. With growing insurance complexities and stricter compliance standards, certified coding professionals are essential for keeping systems efficient, ethical, and accurate.

Nocturnal energies differ from those of Daylight and Witches have long known how to take advantage of Lunar Powers and the spiritual entities that prefer the darkness for particular magical operations. This innovative book explores special techniques for working with the Night Powers and the subtle effects of dark symbols to: cast a Nocturnal Magick Circle; invoke the Dark Gods and Goddesses; skry the night; open the Gates to the Underworld; cast spells through the Dark Ether; and explore the symbolic realm of shadow, illusion, and the mysteries of the unknown.

An essential work that centers colonial and historical trauma in a framework for healing, Decolonizing Therapy illuminates that all therapy is—and always has been—inherently political. To better understand the mental health oppression and institutional violence that exists today, we must become familiar with the root of disembodiment from our histories, homelands, and healing practices. Only then will listeners see how colonial, historical, and intergenerational legacies have always played a role in the treatment of mental health.

Regional traditional witchcraft is an animistic form of witchcraft that moves away from the religious harvest festivals and fertility-minded practices associated with the more common Wiccan form of witchcraft. Very few of us in this age are farmers or dependent upon crops and harvests. Regional traditional witchcraft teaches people to find their craft in their own backyards, in the uncultivated land or urban cityscape alike, and in their ancestors rather than in ancient foreign deities or in a neopagan religious form of witchcraft. It's not about where you're from but where you are.