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Standing on the Promises: A Woman’s Guide for Surviving the Storms of Life
by Susan Wales Holly HalversonWhen trying seasons come -- as they often do -- women seek firm ground on which to stand. Author Susan Wales shares wisely from a lifetime of personal experience and communication with other women who have coped with the sometimes-piercing hurts within marriage, motherhood, infertility, divorce, financial loss, career, family, friendships, illness, aging, and the death of a loved one. "We all suffer disappointments in our lives," says Wales. Her true-life "survival stories," selected Scripture promises, and contemporary woman's counsel for difficult times will reach readers where they hurt and guide them gently on from fear to faith to freedom from emotional pain. The essential female reference -- for you or a hurting friend!From the Trade Paperback edition.
Starring in Your Own Life
by Lena NozizweAll too often we cast ourselves as spectators, afraid to put ourselves forward and follow our dreams. But you can break free from the boredom and monotony of a lackluster life. This empowering book will show you, step by step, how to infuse more joy, radiance, and vitality into your everyday life, whether you live in Hollywood or Hoboken. Lena Nozizwe, who went from being born in a tiny African village to becoming an award-winning television personality broadcasting to millions, mixes her personal experiences with observations about Hollywood's brightest celebrities to reveal how you, too, can reach deep down for that inner radiance and go for the gusto. Reconnect with your true motivation Plot a script for the life you want Create happy endings, no matter what plot twists you may encounter Understand how your co-stars, supporting players, and villains affect who you are
A Still, Small Voice
by Echo BodineIn A Still, Small Voice, famed psychic Echo Bodine turns to a subject she knows deeply and is passionate about: intuition. Using humorous anecdotes and a positive, readable style, this sequel to Echoes of the Soul explores what intuition is, where it's located, what it sounds like, and how to cultivate it. The author, who comes from a family of psychics, exposes the various internalized voices that can mask one's intuition. These include the voices of parents, grandparents, peers, therapists, significant others, religious figures, and society, along with emotions such as anger, fear, guilt, and despair. The book challenges the cliche that psychic abilities and intuition are the same, or that they are evil. One chapter is devoted to the many practical benefits that come from listening to intuition; another looks at the "faith-building times" in life and how to cope with others' negative reactions to setting off on the spiritual path.
Stirring the Waters
by Janell MoonWhether you're a seasoned writer or just write an occasional journal entry, Stirring the Waters will enrich your life. With a poet's insight and deft touch, author Janell Moon leads you along a path that helps you to know yourself and thrive spiritually. She provides nine weeks of exercises that will guide you to answer the essential but sometimes impenetrable questions, "Who am I, and what am I doing here?"Moon's innovative methods will encourage you to develop a new perspective. "Streaming," one of the many exercises included in Stirring the Waters, involves brainstorming, even doodling, across the page. Another exercise, "clustering," shows you how to discover the hidden ideas related to a theme. Moon also introduces other unique thought-provoking techniques such as "gazing into the waters" and "dialoguing" to help you develop a wise new spirit.As you read and write you way through the exercises of Stirring the Waters, you will discover a clarified vision of yourself, and find the way to the you you you were meant to be.
Stop Clutter from Stealing Your Life: Discover Why You Clutter and How You Can Stop
by Mike NelsonAccording to the author, a recovering clutterer, this problem is not just a minor annoyance or an organizational challenge: it can destroy self-esteem and relationships, contribute to financial problems, and even lead to unemployment. His new guide deals with why people clutter and offers effective ways to deal with this problem. He then give practical steps anyone can take to stay clutter-free.
Stop Getting Dumped!
by Lisa DailyFrom how to spot bad boys and jerks before they break your heart to the secret to getting a man to call you to the five common mistakes women make that push men away, this practical, step-by-step guide to meeting and keeping Mr. Right tells it like it is, and gives advice that is easy to follow and amazingly effective.
Stretching Lessons: The Daring that Starts from Within
by Sue BenderWritten with all the clarity, honesty, and insight that made Plain and Simple a phenomenal New York Times bestseller, this final volume of the Plain and Simple trilogy is about taking risks to grow spiritually and how to "stretch" to grow beyond our self-imposed limitations.With her graceful storytelling and charming illustrations, Sue Bender looks inward to discover the spirit within each of us that whispers to be heard.
Strong Women, Soft Hearts: A Woman's Guide to Cultivating a Wise Heart and a Passionate Life
by Paula RinehartRecently updated with an expanded study guide, Strong Women, Soft Hearts has quickly become an important study for women of all ages. Through inspiring real-life testimonies, Paula Rinehart writes as both a kindred spirit and a compassionate counselor to women feeling robbed of their passions and trapped by life's disappointing realities. Women who long to be released from the burden of hard choices and perpetually empty souls will be empowered to rediscover dreams long lost and refocus energy misguided. Strong Women, Soft Hearts cries out for women to embrace passion and approach life as something to be lived, not merely survived.
Stuck in Halftime: Reinvesting Your One and Only Life
by Bob BufordSince the release of Halftime in 1994, more than 150,000 people have purchased that book and begun a journey from success to significance.In a way that no one could have predicted, Halftime started a widespread movement viewing midlife as an opportunity rather than a crisis. It helped men and women between the ages of 35 and 50 realize they may have another thirty years of active, vibrant living ahead of them. And, according to author Buford, retirement is not the optimal option. But now, many of the people who began the journey from success to significance have found themselves sidetracked, stuck in the middle of their transition.Stuck in Halftime coaches readers how to get past the barriers that stand in their way to maturity and fulfillment. It outlines eight "myths of halftime" and explains the new set of rules for this second half of life's journey. Combining practical guidance with personal stories of people who have become "unstuck," Stuck in Halftime renews the vision and determination of those who heard the "still, small voice of God" calling them to a life of significance.
The Success Myth: Our obsession with achievement is a trap. This is how to break free
by Emma Gannon"Highly comforting" Alain de Botton, Founder of The School of Life"This book changed how I think" Annie Macmanus, author of The Mess We're In"You will not be able to put this book down" The IndependentOUR OBSESSION WITH ACHIEVEMENT IS A TRAP. THIS IS HOW TO BREAK FREE.Emma Gannon was thriving in her portfolio career, enjoying a happy personal life and to anyone looking in, she was undoubtedly a success... She was also burned out and confused at why she felt unhappy, yet was still striving for more.After taking a deep look at her own journey, and interviewing many other successful people on her podcast Ctrl, Alt, Delete, she realised that our overly celebrated and traditional version of success is making us lonely, unfulfilled and dispirited. Now she has worked out a way to do things differently, and here Emma shares her hard-won lessons, including:• how to set goals that are ambitious but not overwhelming• why the 'tick-box' moments in life often feel anticlimactic• and how to break free from comparison and the endless pursuit of moreA manifesto to craft work (and life) on your own terms, The Success Myth will give you the belief and tools to walk away from 'having it all', uncovering your individual path to fulfilment.
The Surrendered Wife: A Practical Guide for Finding Intimacy, Passion, and Peace with a Man
by Laura DoyleThis controversial approach to marriage has transformed thousands of relationships, bringing women romance, harmony, and the intimacy they crave. Like millions of women, Laura Doyle wanted her marriage to be better. But when she tried to get her husband to be more romantic, helpful, and ambitious, he withdrew -- and she was lonely and exhausted from controlling everything. Desperate to be in love with her man again, she decided to stop telling him what to do and how to do it. When Doyle surrendered control, something magical happened. The union she had always dreamed of appeared. The man who had wooed her was back. The underlying principle of The Surrendered Wife is simple: The control women wield at work and with children must be left at the front door of any marriage. Laura Doyle's model for matrimony shows women how they can both express their needs and have them met while also respecting their husband's choices. When they do, they revitalize intimacy. Compassionate and practical, The Surrendered Wife is a step-by-step guide that teaches women how to: Give up unnecessary control and responsibility; Resist the temptation to criticize, belittle, or dismiss their husbands; Trust their husbands in every aspect of marriage -- from sexual to financial; And more. The Surrendered Wife will show you how to transform a lonely marriage into a passionate union.
Surviving The Storm: Finding Life After Death
by Mike FrazierFasten your seat belt and let me take you for a ride! The true story of one man's triumph over tragedy. A torrential storm changed his life forever... leaving Mike Frazier for dead and killing his family. The deadly waters of a Texas creek rose, lifting their car with ease, tossing it over a bridge, drowning his mother, father, 2-year-old daughter, 11-year-old nephew and fiancee. It was by the grace of God that Mike escaped. Now he has overcome to tell his story of how he "Survived the Storm." Raised in a Christian home with an intense musical background, Mike found peace in the Lord and in his music. His natural gift of music began to emerge at an early age. Using his talent as a bass guitarist and drummer, Mike has toured with artists such as Kirk Franklin, R. Kelly, and Stevie Wonder. He has appeared on live recordings of Bishop T.D. Jakes. For the past several years he has been touring the country with Tyler Perry Gospel Stage plays, "I Know I've Been Changed," "I Can Do Bad All By Myself," "Diary of a Mad Black Woman," "Madea's Family Reunion," "Madea's Class Reunion" and currently, Mike is the musical director for Tyler Perry's "Meet The Browns." God has appointed Mike to share his testimony of anger, depression, fear, loneliness, grief and thoughts of suicide in an effort to minister to those who have experienced the same. His story has been featured on various radio stations, news programs and in magazine publications, such as WOE magazine. He was also welcomed to the TBN family by Juanita Bynum, who states, "This book is a must read." Through the use of many avenues, Mike fulfills his passion and purpose, which is encouraging those who encounter storms in their lives to "hold on." He says, "If God carried me through the storm, He can do the same for you!"
Surviving the Death of a Sibling: Living Through Grief When an Adult Brother or Sister Dies
by T. J. WrayBased on the author's own experiences as well as those of people she has contacted through her website (AdultSiblingGrief.com), "Surviving the Death of a Sibling" shows adults who have lost a sibling that they are not alone in their struggle.
Take Back Your Power
by Yasmin Davidds"I dedicate this book to every woman who has ever felt sad, frustrated, alone, scared, unsatisfied, compromised, or depleted. I know how it feels -- I've been there, too." -- Yasmin Davidds Empowerment specialist and relationship expert Yasmin Davidds reaches into your mind and soul to take you down the path of self-empowerment. Davidds's message is clear: "Your power is your life force, and you must learn about it and honor it if you want to be a whole woman." Drawing from her own life experiences, Davidds provides an easy and inspiring plan to overcome adversity and fulfill your dreams. Let Davidds bring you on a journey of self-discovery, self-love, and unstoppable success. Let her empower you.
The Take-Control Diet
by Ian K. SmithGET OFF THE DIETING ROLLER COASTER–NOW AND FOREVER! You already know that fad diets don’t work. But that doesn’t mean you can’t lose weight! Here at last is a science-based diet that will give you the body you want. The secret is to work with your body, not against it. Exploding the many diet myths on the market, Dr. Ian Smith gives you the knowledge you need to solve your weight problem permanently. For instance, did you know that eating too much protein damages your health? That starvation and deprivation slow your metabolism? That it is impossible to convert fat to muscle? Here Dr. Smith not only explains the true causes of overweight but demonstrates how metabolism and genetics factor in to weight control. He shows you how to design your own eating and exercise plan to accommodate your preferences, your routines, and your particular weight goals. The plan includes: • vital information on “feel-full” foods • proven strategies to optimize your metabolism • effective ways to exercise that get results With a 30-day menu and exercise program customized to your needs, The Take-Control Diet is the last weight-loss book you will ever need!
Take It Back: Reclaiming Biblical Masculinity—the Heart and Strength of Being a Man
by Dr. Tim Clinton Max DavisOur culture is determined to redefine masculinity as something it was never meant to be. The American Psychological Association asserts that &“traditional masculinity is psychologically harmful.&” Many agree that &“forcing men to behave in accordance with the worst stereotypes of manliness harms them, and it harms others.&” But is the answer then to marginalize and feminize men? Despite culture&’s determination to redefine masculinity, the great heart cry of our day is for men to rise up and take back their rightful place. It&’s a cry that echoes deep in the soul and from all ends of our society, and particularly from the women who love their fathers, husbands, brothers, and sons. Most women want their men to be honored and to stand up and be men. Men have faltered and lost a lot of influence and territory. The good news is that for many who struggle there is often a daily yearning to make it right.The reality is, masculinity is not and never was &“toxic.&” Tim Clinton, president of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), challenges readers to reject culture&’s redefinition and seek biblical examples of true manhood. Fast-paced, filled with relevant biblical and contemporary stories of godly men like David, Nehemiah, George Foreman, and Tim Tebow, Take It Back empowers men to be who God created them to be and to impact the culture that is in desperate need of their influence. Readers will find encouragement and affirmation that they matter as men, that they can be difference-makers in their circles of influence and have a positive impact on the culture. They will find grace for their shame over past mistakes and find the ability to move forward. This book will help you find encouragement and affirmation that you matter as a man, that you can be a difference-maker in your circle of influence and have a positive impact on the culture. You will find grace to overcome your shame over past mistakes and find the ability to move forward.
Tantric Awakening: A Woman's Initiation into the Path of Ecstasy
by Valerie BrooksThe autobiography of an American Gen-X woman who immerses herself in the sexual mysteries of tantric yoga.• An engaging insider's story that intimately portrays the details of the tantric sexual path from a young woman's point of view.• Author is one of the few Americans to be initiated into the sacred cobra breath.• Reveals not only the benefits but also the pitfalls, problems, and temptations of this path toward enlightenment.• Includes meditations and exercises for beginning a tantric practice.Tantric Awakening discloses an epic experience of tantra that few have achieved, and even fewer would dare to attempt. This is the story of a 19-year-old girl, disillusioned by the questions that her religion and society fail to answer, who courageously enters the sensuous rituals of tantric sex. In search of authentic knowledge, Brooks was admitted into secret societies where she learned firsthand the ways of the tradition from tantric adepts. Amid disapproval from family and friends, her body and spirit awaken to ecstatic levels of orgasmic pleasure that allow her to experience loving relationships, better health, and a deep sense of oneness with God. A personal and intimate portrait, Tantric Awakening is tastefully written to reveal not only the ecstatic power and spiritual benefits of tantra, but also the pitfalls, problems, and temptations of this path toward enlightenment. With the inclusion of specific tantric sexual techniques the author shows how to use tantra to balance the spirit with the physical self in order to achieve personal empowerment, transforming fear and self-doubt into joy and self-confidence. Meditations, exercises, and important insights for beginning a tantric practice assist the reader who is inspired to bring a sense of the divine into daily life.
Teach Yourself Desktop Publishing
by Christopher LumgairDesktop publishing has become the industry standard for publishers and freelancers alike. Teach Yourself Desktop Publishing is a practical course in desktop publishing that includes up-to-date information on the latest software and techniques.
Ten Poems to Change Your Life
by Roger HousdenIn this powerful book, Roger Housden harnesses the unique ability of poetry to touch the reader's inner-most feelings. For everyone who knows there is more to life than they are currently experiencing, it aims to bring an awakening. . . Through the voices of ten very individual poets, Housden directs each of us to examine the universal themes that pursue us through life: those that stir our eternal emotions and desires. The ten poems presented are timeless; affecting us with a powerful sense of reality, and moving us to alter the way we view ourselves and the world. With a penetrating commentary on each of the poems, Housden provides an insight into his own spiritual journey, and invites us to contemplate the significance of the poet's message in our own lives.
The Tender Heart
by Joseph NowinskiInsight, explanations, and practical solutions for overcoming insecurity and sensitivity -- from a top psychologist In simple language, Joseph Nowinski explains that insecurity is not a flaw or shortcoming, but rather a personality trait that reflects both temperament and life experiences. And, most important, he shows how insecurity can be conquered so that one can thrive -- especially in work and love. The first book to investigate insecurity, The Tender Heart sheds light on its common causes and provides guidelines for overcoming the self-doubt, debilitating self-consciousness, and chronic lack of confidence that prevent many people from enjoying life to its fullest. Combining personality quizzes and case histories of people who have conquered their insecurities, The Tender Heart offers expert advice on: Healing insecurity Avoiding emotional predators who seek out sensitive people Coping with a tough-hearted partner or colleague Finding your emotional mate Raising children who are self-confident The Tender Heart is for anyone who has experienced times when their own insecurity or the insecurity of others has interfered with valued relationships or prevented them from realizing their potential.
There's a Spiritual Solution to Every Problem
by Wayne W. DyerIn this inspiring new book, bestselling author Wayne W. Dyer puts forth the powerful notion: namely that our ultimate purpose is to fulfill a spiritual destiny. In There's a Spiritual Solution to Every Problem, Dyer shows us that there is an omnipresent spiritual force right at our fingertips that contains the solution to our problems -- from ill health, to financial worries, to relationship difficulties. Drawing from various spiritual traditions, especially from the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, Dyer helps us unplug from the material world and awaken to the divine with.The first part of the book provides the essential foundations for spiritual problem solving, and explains the basic principles needed to understand and access the world of spirit. In these chapters, you'll read the words of Pantanjali, a Yogi mystic whose teachings and practices deeply affected Dyer and informed his realization that the spiritual force is everywhere.The second half, organized around the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, contains specific suggestions to help readers put spiritual problem-solving into practice. The prayer embodies the fundamental message of this book. St. Francis's legacy is one of love, harmony, and service -- putting our collective energies toward what we are for instead of what we are against. Each of these last seven chapters begins with a line from this prayer; Dyer then goes on to offer specific and practical suggestions for applying the teaching to everyday problems. These suggestions include affirmations, writing exercises, guided meditations, and other strategies for putting St. Francis's words and the wisdom of this book into practice. Profound and thought-provoking, yet filled with pragmatic advice, There's A Spiritual Solution to Every Problem is a book about self-awareness and tapping the healing energy within all of us. As Dyer writes, "Thinking is the source of problems. Your heart holds the answer to solving them."
Think like a Shrink: 100 Principles for Seeing Deeply into Yourself and Others
by Emanuel H. RosenFor shrinks, contact with anyone always elicits a rapid and almost involuntary subtext that suggests plausible reasons for why that person is behaving thus. Knowing that personalities are formed not chosen, allows us to perceive even the most difficult people in a broader, less judgmental way. Cultivating a knack for seeing deeply into people and into oneself is invaluable. In this book, you will learn how to examine the hidden causes to problems, be it marital, personal or relating to parenting. Exploring any of the principles given here and then relating them to your own life should help you to see more deeply into people. In looking at these examples of distorted personality styles, you will see yourself, your family, your friends, and soon discover a new way of thinking.
Think Yourself Rich: Use the Power of Your Subconscious Mind to Find True Wealth
by Joseph Murphy, Ph.D., D.D.Happiness and success are goals we all strive for. But how do we achieve these goals, and how do we protect ourselves if we fail? The answer lies within the power of the mind.Dr. Joseph Murphy, one of the world's best--known authorities on the power of the subconscious mind, shows readers not only how to unleash this power, but how to harness it and effectively use it to change their lives. Fully updated to reflect the sensibilities of the 21st century, this revised edition of a self--help classic is the key to overcoming the psychological barriers that stand in the way of greater material, spiritual, and emotional wealth.
Thoughts Without A Thinker: Psychotherapy from a Buddhist Perspective
by Mark EpsteinThe line between psychology and spirituality has blurred, as clinicians, their patients, and religious seekers explore new perspectives on the self. A landmark contribution to the field of psychoanalysis, Thoughts Without a Thinker describes the unique psychological contributions offered by the teachings of Buddhism. Drawing upon his own experiences as a psychotherapist and meditator, New York-based psychiatrist Mark Epstein lays out the path to meditation-inspired healing, and offers a revolutionary new understanding of what constitutes a healthy emotional life.
Tibetan Art of Living: Wise Body, Mind, Life
by Christopher HansardChristopher Hansard is a leading practitioner in Tibetan medicine and uniquely qualified to write a comprehensive and practical book on its wisdom. Inspirational and accessible, in THE TIBETAN ART OF LIVING Hansard describes the principles of Tibetan medicine for ultimate mind/body health and then shows us simple ways to incorporate its wisdom into our daily lives - from dietary guidelines, exercise, mind-strengthening and rejuvenation techniques, to the use of herbs for common ailments. This is not only a truly enlightening book, but a complete resource to the practical applications of Tibetan medicine from a leading practitioner in the field.