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“Suck it up.”Those words empowered and encouraged me as a boy. They injured me as a man. When we talk about pain, we first think of physical pain from injury or accident. There is a masculine, internal block on the notion of our emotions or feelings being hurt. How could they be, we’re men after all! That was my stubborn mindset for years until I realized that my unresolved pain had devastated most of my adult life and held a lasting effect on me. Once I dropped the macho facade, God showed me how to get free from the stranglehold of what living a life of hurt and hate had caused. I ...

All John Lewis wanted was a library card, but in 1956, libraries were only for white people. That didn't seem fair to John, and so he spent a lifetime advocating for change and fighting against unfair laws until the laws changed. Finally, black people could eat at restaurants, see movies, vote in elections, and even get library cards.

Negotiation is a skill people need to use every day. In this audio exclusive, learn the negotiation skills required to navigate difficult situations that arise in everyday life. From buying a car to purchasing a home, one needs to know how to effectively negotiate, especially when the other party is a seasoned professional. Harvard professor Joshua N. Weiss, PhD, gives us to tools to negotiate when we have a major stake in the game or when we're perceived as the "weak consumer."

Political provocateur Bill Maher tells it like it is in a useful and hilarious guide for the many Americans who want to do more here at home to help in the war effort, but are at a loss as to how. Says Maher, "Traveling the country, I find that people want to do more here at home, but are at a loss as to what. Even when the government issues a Terrorism Advisory, it's maddeningly vague - 'Terrorist alert today! Code Burnt Orange!' 'And what?' I always want to ask, "Bring a sweater?'"

The funny and moving story of a boy and his friends never losing heart in a sometimes heartless world. Ludo helps other people. It’s how he was brought up. When Dad is elected to Federal Parliament, Ludo grabs the chance to make Australia an even better place. But he soon discovers it’s not the homeless of the national capital who most need his help - it’s the rich and powerful.

We all have a mixture of fun and not-so fun feelings. And everyone feels worried sometimes. But too much anxiety can get in the way. So this book is here to help you identify your anxiety, understand why it's just part of that thing we call life, and equip you with all the tools you need to find calm again. Playfully presented, and expertly vetted, author-artist Rachel Brian (co-creator of the viral "Tea Consent" video) delivers a must-have book for anyone who wonders why they worry or how to better live with their anxiety.

When someone you love gets a wiggly tooth, it may be cause for excitement or anxiety. Ease any fears and bring on the joy with this humorous story focusing on the magic and delight of the Tooth Fairy—and Uni the unicorn, of course! The little girl has a wiggly tooth! Soon the Tooth Fairy will come and give her a prize. But there’s one problem . . . the Tooth Fairy is soooo tired! Luckily, Uni the unicorn is always ready to help. They’ve got a long night ahead, and shhh, they’ll need to be quiet! It just might take a little Uni magic, too. . . .

A journalist chronicles the next chapter in civil rights - the story of a movement and a nation, witnessed through the poignant and inspiring experiences of five young undocumented activists who are transforming society's attitudes toward one of the most contentious political matters roiling America today: immigration.

¿Recuerdas cuando podías imaginar cualquier cosa? Tan vívido. Así como lo hace ahora tu hijo que es aún pequeño. Tantos sueños infantiles en adultos desconectados de ellos mismos. Quizá estés viviendo tu sueño, quizá estés viviendo tu propósito de vida, quizá no. ¿Dónde dio inicio todo? En tu infancia. Ahí fue cuando tus padres alentaron tus talentos o frustraron tus habilidades. Enrique Martínez, en este libro a través de anécdotas maravillosas, te hará volver a vivir tu infancia. Volverás a sentir cómo siente un niño.

As a teen, you're experiencing intense changes in your life - both physically and mentally. To top it off, you're probably unsure of how to handle your emotions in a positive, constructive way. Surviving the Emotional Roller Coaster offers evidence-based techniques to help you regulate your emotions and find balance in all areas of life - whether it's at home, at school, or with friends and peers. By learning to be more aware of your emotions, you'll be able to let difficult feelings pass without reacting to them in destructive ways.

As both a religiously observant person and a veteran of forty years in elective office, Senator Joe Lieberman is uniquely prepared to answer this question. In fact, he is the first person with political experience to pose and answer such a question in response to the current crisis of political division and governmental dysfunction in America. Lieberman breaks down the causes of our political problems—including partisanship, incivility, and refusal to compromise—and then describes what the monotheistic faith that Christians, Jews, and Muslims share calls on us to do to overcome those problems.

A Spiritual Path to Responsible Use of Smartphones, Gaming, and Other Digital Technology. “A must-read for anyone who is addicted to or thinks they may have a problem with digital technology. The author recognizes the similarities between Digital Addiction and other addictions, and logically applies one of the most effective known solutions for addiction - The Twelve Steps. This eloquent work will also be useful to academics and clinicians exploring potential solutions. ” -- Earl Hightower: Noted Interventionist, Keynote Speaker and Addiction Visionary “If you suffer from digital ...

After the Lincoln-Douglas debates made Abraham Lincoln a nationally recognized politician, Illinois papers began to mention Lincoln as a Republican candidate for president in 1859. Lincoln was humbled, though a bit dumbfounded. Lacking any administrative experience, Lincoln wasn't sure he would enjoy being president, but even being considered was a great honor, and he quietly thought the idea over. In fact, Lincoln was still not considered a real option for the nomination until he delivered a speech at New York City's Cooper Union in February, 1860.

State per scoprire come ogni evento, voluto o no, si verifichi grazie alla più potente delle leggi universali: la Legge dell'Attrazione, che si basa su alcuni principi semplici ed essenziali. Si tratta dell'entusiasmo nel perseguire uno scopo, il sentirsi pronti per un impegno spirituale profondo, lavorare sodo e ogni giorno per ottenere un certo risultato e il ringraziare sempre l'universo sentendo gratitudine nel cuore.

Change your thoughts, change your life!Shyness and social anxiety are considered a problem to be dealt with in 90% of human beings. Even the most social and inhibited people have suffered social anxiety and/or shyness at some point of their life. It's very frequent to feel intimidated at specific moments for some situations which, in the eyes of those who are experiencing it, appear as an extraordinary event. However, no matter how much the person is affected, it’s possible to work on and correct anxiety based on the strategies and advice being exposed in this book. All the strategies ...

It’s your life. Isn’t it time that you started living it the way you always wanted? For years, the term codependency has been associated with addiction, but now it’s being used across a much broader spectrum: mental health. For many people, taking that first step is the biggest challenge. Don’t worry if you haven’t, because by listening to this book you have made that first step! Take control of your life, and download No Longer Codependent now!

Our spiritual enemy is coming after our children, and he doesn’t care who knows it. He wants their minds. He wants their hearts. He wants their beliefs. He wants their lives. Most of all, he wants to stake a claim on their identity. He wants to destroy the foundation of who our children are by letting culture, or even themselves, determine “their truth.” But there is no truth but God’s Word. It is absolute truth that transcends time and cultural advancement.

What is human well-being? Valerie Tiberius argues that our lives go well to the extent that we succeed in terms of what matters to us emotionally, reflectively, and over the long term. In other words, well-being consists in fulfilling or realizing our appropriate values over time. In the first half of the book, Tiberius sets out the theory of well-being as value fulfillment. She explains what valuing is and what it is to fulfill values over time. In the second half of the book, she applies the theory to the problem of how to help others, particularly our friends.

Three years ago, John Schwartz, a national correspondent for the New York Times, got the call that every parent hopes never to receive: His 13-year-old son, Joe, was in the hospital following a suicide attempt. Mustering the courage to come out to his classmates, Joe had delivered a tirade about homophobic and sexist attitudes that was greeted with unease and confusion by his fellow students. Hours later, he took an overdose of pills.

Unlock the power of friendship with our comprehensive guide, designed to help you master the art of making lifelong friends and nurturing deep, meaningful connections in every aspect of your life. This must-listen book offers expert advice, practical strategies, and personal insights that will transform the way you approach friendships, both online and offline.