Self Study

In this stunningly illustrated essay collection inspired by the popular podcast Life, I Swear, prominent Black women reflect on self-love and healing, sharing stories of the trials and tribulations they’ve faced and what has helped them confront pain, heal wounds, and find connection.

They Were Called by God—Their Choices Still Echo Through History Do you ever feel trapped in patterns you know are wrong, longing to break free and live a life that truly honors God? Do you desire to trust Him completely, yet find that nagging fear keeps holding you back? This book invites you to explore the lives of those specifically chosen by God, some celebrated and some obscure. You will discover how their choices continue to impact us today. Through focused biblical wisdom this study will equip you to understand God's overarching plan and empower you to live with unwavering faith, ...

Do you sometimes question if you are on the right path or if you are wasting your time on something you are not supposed to do? Do you repeatedly see numbers all around you? I´m not talking about telephone numbers, area codes, or price tags, but patterns that are not "normal"? 11:11, 333, 666? Do you ever recognize certain character traits among people that are born in the same month? What if all the "coincidences" in your life mean much more than you think on first sight?

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young adult and adult intermediate learners of Russian. Short Stories in Russian for Intermediate Learners has been written specifically for students from a low-intermediate to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and, most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to B1-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when listening.

God at Work in You: A Pocket Devotional on Desire, Power, and Purpose Are you longing for real spiritual growth—but feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unsure where to begin? This uplifting 10-day devotional will remind you of a powerful truth: God is already at work within you. Inspired by Philippians 2:13 (NLT), "For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him," this pocket-sized devotional walks you through ten encouraging messages that will strengthen your faith, quiet your doubts, and reawaken your sense of purpose. Each chapter includes:✔️ ...

What’s it like to parent a child in transition? Inspired by the acclaimed podcast How to Be a Girl, this is a highly personal and beautifully narrated memoir by Marlo Mack recounting the journey she’s been on since her three-year-old declared he should have been born a girl. And Mack agrees to the child’s request to be a girl.

Though fashions may change, certain things never go out of style - like your favorite little black dress that can take you from a business meeting to a dinner party to a night on the town. But what makes it work is not the dress; it's how you present yourself while wearing it. A woman who is polite, well spoken, gracious, charming, and thoughtful is always welcome - though such women appear to be in short supply these days!

We exist within a culture that encourages us—often with a frantic urgency—to try, and try harder. We are told to try a different approach, try to do or be better, try to squeeze in a little bit more. This is especially true of women, who not only have to try harder than men to receive access to the same opportunities and resources, but who are also conditioned to try in the name of meeting others' needs and expectations, often at the expense of their own well-being. In this book, Kate tackles hustle culture head-on, exploring the ways in which women are primed to become relentless strivers.

The Christian Life is full of trials and temptations, and few temptations are as troubling or persistent than sexual temptations. These are also a great source of guilt, shame, and isolation for Christians who struggle. This book takes the secular relapse-prevention strategy of self-monitoring by several categories of risk and compares them to the Biblical record. Throughout God’s word, believers have shipwrecked their faith or damaged their lives when they were hungry, horny, angry, lonely, tired, or scared (HHALTS). Bruce Burns of Monument Ministries takes us through Biblical examples ...

Bruce Bueno de Mesquita is a master of game theory, which is a fancy label for a simple idea: People compete, and they always do what they think is in their own best interest. Bueno de Mesquita uses game theory and its insights into human behavior to predict and even engineer political, financial, and personal events. His forecasts, which have been employed by everyone from the CIA to major business firms, have an amazing 90 percent accuracy rate.

Follow with All Your Heart, Mind, Body, and Soul!Embark on a transformative journey that will revolutionize your faith and ignite your passion for Christ! This powerful Bible study explores the essence of what it truly means to follow Jesus with your whole heart. Discover the life-changing power of wholehearted devotion as you: • Uncover the biblical meaning of the heart and its pivotal role in your spiritual journey. • Learn how God can transform even the most hardened or broken hearts. • Explore real-life examples of faith in action through compelling biblical narratives. • Gain ...

What Does God Really Require?Are you ready to take your faith to the next level? This book is a compelling, eye-opening study that challenges you to examine the true meaning of obedience in your walk with Christ. This book is not just a theoretical discussion; it’s a call to action. In a world where compromise is common, we dare to ask the tough questions: How serious is God about obeying His commands? What are the consequences of disobedience in our lives? Can we truly overcome temptation and sin? Can our disobedience impact our salvation?The focus will be on the Scriptures as we explore...

These are the early letters, poems, ideas, thoughts of a writer in the very beginning. Figuring out life, attempting to make sense of the people around, and the environment which surrounds. There are love poems, ideas, thoughts, attempts at rhyming. Clearly the very start of a career, for a young twenty something who eventually turned into a serious writer. One can be inspired to start writing, from seeing the very early attempts for a person to be understood, while figuring the world out. Journal writing at its finest, but this is no Dear Diary. Many innocent feelings and a lot of emotion....

After months of following one-size-fits-all advice for a 57-year-old widow, Linda Crill is still miserable, until she makes a rebellious spur-of-the-moment decision: she trades her corporate suits for motorcycle leathers and commits herself to a 2,500-mile road trip down America’s Pacific Northwest coast on a Harley. The problem: she doesn’t know how to ride and has only 30 days to learn. Four short weeks later, Linda joins two men and a woman for a white-knuckled, exhilarating road trip along the west coast from Vancouver, Canada, to the wine country of Mendocino, California....

Before clocks, seasons were the original calendar that cultures would use to survive and thrive! The essential magic of the natural world is available to us all, if we are open to living back in alignment with nature's flow. And experiencing this meaningful shift doesn’t require a huge life overhaul—simple little daily changes and rituals honoring the turn of the seasons will make a huge difference in how we lead our lives. In Sacred Seasons bestselling author and moon mentor Kirsty Gallagher teaches us to embrace these moments of pause and ritual with nature.

Dive into the captivating e-book, 'The Art of Negotiation,' a comprehensive guide designed to empower you for any negotiation scenario. This ebook takes you on an exploration of negotiation as an essential skill needed to navigate the competitive professional landscape. The first part of your journey starts with an in-depth understanding of negotiation essentials. By breaking down negotiation tactics, it focuses on fostering self-awareness and empowers you to comprehend your true worth. In the following chapters, you will garner the essential knowledge on conducting preliminary market ...

From the New York Times best-selling author of Odd Girl Out, a deeply urgent audiobook that gives adults the tools to help girls in high school and college reject "supergirl" pressure, overcome a toxic stress culture, and become resilient adults with healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives. For many girls today, the drive to achieve is fueled by brutal self-criticism and an acute fear of failure. Though young women have never been more "successful" - outpacing boys in GPAs and college enrollment - they have also never struggled more.

"Lightning and Static Charge" is a Science-Technology-Engineering-Math (STEM) book. It answers the question "What Is Electricity" through a series of illustrations, stories, science, history, and experiments. This book is a great self-study course for homeschoolers, distance learners, and summer enrichment. It is intended for someone with basic algebra skills who can use a calculator (e.g. age 9 and up). The book starts out with the basics - lightning and static charge (aka "static electricity"), and then delves into the structure of the atom, conductors, and insulators. Experiments at the ...

Be Elite NOW ! In today's competitive business world, it's more important than ever to stand out from the crowd. Whether you're a business owner, manager, or entrepreneur, you need to find ways to distinguish yourself from your competitors and make a lasting impression on your customers and clients. Being elite in business is not just about having a prestigious title or a high net worth. It's about having a mindset that sets you apart from your competition and propels you towards success.

It takes only seven seconds for a criminal to pick you as a target. This empowering guide for women to protect themselves and their loved ones, from a self-defense expert and longtime veteran of law enforcement, combines commonsense advice on staying safe with concrete actions on what to do if find yourself in a dangerous situation.