- Table View
- List View
Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-racist, Nonbinary Field Guide for Graphic Designers
by Ellen Lupton Jennifer TobiasExtra Bold is the inclusive, practical, and informative (design) career guide for everyone!Part textbook and part comic book, zine, manifesto, survival guide, and self-help manual, Extra Bold is filled with stories and ideas that don't show up in other career books or design overviews.• Both pragmatic and inquisitive, the book explores power structures in the workplace and how to navigate them.• Interviews showcase people at different stages of their careers.• Biographical sketches explore individuals marginalized by sexism, racism, and ableism.• Practical guides cover everything from starting out, to wage gaps, coming out at work, cover letters, mentoring, and more.A new take on the design canon.• Opens with critical essays that rethink design principles and practices through theories of feminism, anti-racism, inclusion, and nonbinary thinking.• Features interviews, essays, typefaces, and projects from dozens of contributors with a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, and positions of economic and social privilege.• Adds new voices to the dominant design canon.Written collaboratively by a diverse team of authors, with original, handcrafted illustrations by Jennifer Tobias that bring warmth, happiness, humor, and narrative depth to the book. Extra Bold is written by Ellen Lupton (Thinking with Type), Farah Kafei, Jennifer Tobias, Josh A. Halstead, Kaleena Sales, Leslie Xia, and Valentina Vergara.
The Extra Hour: Powerful Techniques to Create More Time in Your Day
by Will Declair Jérôme Dumont Bao DinhWe all need more hours in the day, as we spend more time than ever working, studying and caring.So what if we could reclaim an entire hour, every day, to spend on the things we love?With proven advice from over 300 busy contributors, The Extra Hour condenses the best strategies and secrets into just 190 pages, to instantly supercharge your productivity. Whether you're a time-poor student, a frazzled entrepreneur or burned-out at work, waste no time in discovering how to:· cut time spent on emails in half· banish distracting thoughts for good· power-surf the web· and much, much moreThis is the last productivity book you'll ever need.So, what will you do with your Extra Hour?
Un extraño palpitar
by Mara Patricia CastañedaA veces el mágico deseo de tener un hijo debe enfrentarse a la respuesta helada del tiempo: la fertilidad se ha ido y sólo queda en el alma un extraño palpitar... Julieta Borbón es una atractiva mujer de 40 años y una profesionista exitosa, pasa sus días en la redacción de un periódico, en viajes constantes y escribiendo reportajes. Es independiente y vive feliz, hasta que un día despierta en su espíritu la inquietud de tener un hijo. Soltera y sin pareja, su vida de pronto se vuelve un deseo ferviente: ser madre, aunque para ello deba aprender duras lecciones de vida. Con historias terribles y conmovedoras sobre la maternidad, Mara Patricia Castañeda entrega en este libro el itinerario de una mujer que anhela embarazarse y los pasos inciertos, llenos de angustia, para lograrlo. Su personaje descubrirá que a veces la ciencia, con todos sus avances, puede ser muy fría e insensible, con métodos donde sólo es claro el negocio de espermas y óvulos, mientras las posibles madres, anhelantes y amorosas, sólo son una cifra, parte de una estadística. La autora comparte el torbellino emocional de Julieta, quien por primera vez se ve como una mujer vulnerable. En el camino a la concepción descubre que debe tenerse un amor infinito para procrear y que no puede tener un hijo sólo para llenar su sensación de vacío y soledad. Al tomar esta elección se reconoce como una mujer sensible y libre para tomar sus decisiones.
Extraordinary: The Life You're Meant to Live
by John BevereIsn't it true that we long to see the extraordinary, experience the extraordinary, do the extraordinary? Yet, so often we settle for mediocrity when greatness is within our grasp.
Extraordinary Awakenings: When Trauma Leads to Transformation
by Steve TaylorA compelling investigation of how intense psychological suffering can lead to a dramatic shift into a new, expansive identity Why do some people who experience the worst that life has to offer respond not by breaking down but by shifting up, into a higher-functioning, awakened state, like phoenixes rising from the ashes? And perhaps more importantly, how can we emulate their transformations? Over many years of observing and studying the phenomenon of life-changing awakening through extreme suffering, Steve Taylor coined the term &“transformation through turmoil.&” He calls these people &“shifters&” and here shares dozens of their amazing stories. In addition, Taylor uncovers the psychological processes that explain these miraculous rebirths after years of struggle or devastating loss, addiction, or imprisonment. He highlights a number of lessons and guidelines that the shifters offer us. In Extraordinary Awakenings, readers will find not only riveting stories of transformation that show the amazing resilience of the human spirit, but also hope and guidance to call on during their own struggles, together with inspiration and profound food for thought.
The Extraordinary Chapter
by Lynn GriffithLynn's first book, The Extraordinary Chapter, is a tale of creating a business, pouring your heart and soul into that business and watching it flourish. It is full of strong, universal advice that will resonate with established business owners and provide a valuable road map for new business owners and fledgling entrepreneurs. There are lessons to learn about... Following your passion Branding yourself and your business Blending business with marriage and family Interacting with your accountant and making financial decisions Selecting the right business for you Relating to your clients, vendors, and staff Accessing your hidden talents and capitalizing on them Developing the art of negotiating and creating win/wins Some of these lessons are presented as "adventure" sections that give the reader insight into the funny, and often chaotic stories of event planning. As the story unfolds, the lessons change from purely business to real life lessons. These lessons include: Helping an adolescent through the loss of a parent Rallying the strength and courage to battle a spouse's disease Handling loss and navigating the stages of grief Coping with the loss of feeling and your personal identity Rediscovering your purpose and sense of self. In true literary fashion, this book closes with a happy ending. It is a hopeful ending as Lynn embarks on living her next Extraordinary Chapter. As she climbs from the pain of losing a spouse and the insecurity of losing a business and income, she begins to paint a picture of new beginnings, possibilities, and the absolute excitement of embracing them. As she and her boots walk off into a new sunrise, a fresh start and another extraordinary chapter awaits.
Extraordinary Experiences: Personal Accounts of the Paranormal in Canada
by John Robert ColomboWhen did you last have a psychic experience? Are you in the habit of seeing – or sensing – the presence of spirits and ghost? Have you ever spotted a lake monster or sighted a UFO? When did you last consult a fortune-teller, approach a medium work an Ouija board, or read an astrology column? Have you ever had a premonition that some odd event would occur, and then witnessed it actually occurring? Did you ever experience a sense of déjà vu or a moment of pure bliss? Extraordinary Experiences: Personal Accounts of the Paranormal in Canada is a collection of over seventy short yet curiously gripping accounts of experiences and events that may be regarded as abnormal or paranormal. Colombo has collected highly readable accounts of unusual experiences from the past and the present. The supernatural practices of the Indians of the 18th and 19th centuries are described by Samuel Hearne and Paul Kane. From the turn of the century come accounts of "crisis apparitions," poltergeists, and haunted houses, as reported by spiritualists and other observers. But the majority of the personal narratives derive from letters sent to the editor in response to his requests featured in daily newspapers across the country, for first-hand accounts of the supernatural and the paranormal. Over one hundred readers responded; here are some of there responses… Extraordinary Experiences is an extraordinary reading experience. No book quite like it has ever before appeared in Canada.
The Extraordinary Gift of Being Ordinary: Finding Happiness Right Where You Are
by Ronald D. Siegel&“Did I sound stupid?&” &“Should I have sent that email?&” &“How do I look?&” Many of us spend a lot of time feeling self-conscious and comparing ourselves to others. Why do we judge ourselves so relentlessly? Why do we strive so hard to be special or successful, or to avoid feeling rejected? When psychologist and mindfulness expert Dr. Ronald Siegel realized that he, as well as most of his clients, was caught in a cycle of endless self-evaluation, he decided to do something about it. This engaging, empowering guide sheds light on this very human habit/m-/and explains how to break it. Through illuminating stories and exercises, practical tools (which you can download and print for repeated use), and guided meditations with accompanying audio downloads, Dr. Siegel invites you to stop obsessing so much about how you measure up. Instead, by accepting the extraordinary gift of being ordinary, you can build stronger connections with others and get more joy out of life.
Extraordinary Guidance: How to Connect with your Spiritual Guides
by Liza M. Wiemer"Liza Wiemer opens doors to the soul that few of us realize even exist. Read this book, explore its methods, and open yourself to the wisdom to which each of us is heir. " Rabbi Rami M. Shapiro, author of Wisdom of the Jewish Sages A complete guide for readers of any religion, Extraordinary Guidance teaches how to contact the spiritual guides that watch over every soul and apply their wisdom for practical results in your everyday life as well as for a richer spiritual life. In the late 1980s, channeling was the popular way to receive spiritual guidance. In the early '90s, angels became accessible. Now we know we can go directly to the source--to the spiritual guides themselves--and Liza Wiemer reveals how everyone can contact his or her own spiritual guides for invaluable life guidance. Extraordinary Guidance explains what spiritual guides are and provides easy and effective step-by-step instructions for connecting with them, including how to get in the right state of mind to talk with these powers that guide us. Through examples and personal anecdotes of her own spiritual guide, Wil, Wiemer shows how the discovery of the wisdom within enables people to make positive changes in their lives and help others to do the same, and, ultimately, to work toward bridging the gap between the spiritual and physical worlds.
The Extraordinary Power of Leader Humility: Thriving Organizations – Great Results
by Marilyn Gist"This inspiring book belongs on the desk of every CEO and politician. With eye-opening case studies and recommended behaviors in every chapter, it's an indispensable user guide for servant leaders."—Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The New One Minute Manager and coeditor of Servant Leadership in ActionOn the most fundamental level, leaders must bring divergent groups together and forge a consensus on a path forward. But what makes that possible? Humility—a deep regard for the dignity of others—is the key, says distinguished leadership educator Marilyn Gist.Leadership is a relationship, and humility is the foundation for all healthy relationships. Leader humility can increase engagement and retention. It inspires and motivates. Gist offers a model of leader humility derived from three questions people ask of their leaders: Who are you? Where are we going? Do you see me? She explores each of these questions in depth, as well as the six key qualities of leader humility: a balanced ego, integrity, a compelling vision, ethical strategies, generous inclusion, and a developmental focus. Much of this book is based on Gist's interviews with a dozen distinguished leaders of organizations such as the Mayo Clinic, Costco, REI, Alaska Airlines, Starbucks, and others. And the foreword and a guest chapter are written by Alan Mulally, the legendary leader who brought Ford back from the brink of bankruptcy after the 2008 financial collapse and whose work is an exemplar of leader humility.
Extraordinary PR, Ordinary Budget: A Strategy Guide
by Jennifer R FarmerLow Cost, High Impact!Public relations is a make-or-break factor for all organizations, especially those that are small or mission driven. While it can be tempting to think that PR is a luxury only larger organizations can afford, PR expert Jennifer R. Farmer shows how her CCRR framework—being credible, creative, responsive, and relentless—is the silver bullet for even cash-strapped organizations. Farmer emphasizes that effective public relations is in fact an essential component of organizational development—people need to know about you for your organization to have maximum impact. Her CCRR framework leverages tools everyone has access to, from social media to brand transparency, and requires attentiveness more than money. Farmer shows you that, no matter how modest your budget, you can build a cost-effective communications strategy that will help you break through the noise in an information-overloaded world.
Extraordinary Putting
by Fred ShoemakerThe co-author of the classic Extraordinary Golf offers an innovative approach to improving the overall game by focusing on putting, which accounts for more than one third of the strokes in a typical round. Not just a tips-and-techniques book, Extraordinary Putting features a series of illustrated exercises that will help golfers: - Develop the inner freedom to trust themselves and recognize self-imposed barriers - Find the peace of mind that comes from letting go of mental chatter and self-judgments - Increase awareness, allowing golfers to pay attention to their experiences - Understand the differences in those experiences from stroke to stroke - Master the art of self-coaching .
Extravagant: Discovering a Life of Dangerous Generosity
by Brady BoydFrom the senior pastor of New Life Church, a revolutionary book that redefines the notion of extravagance by using the parable of the Good Samaritan to demonstrate how to live a truly compassionate and selfless life of giving freely without expecting anything in return.We all know people in our lives who have &“yes&” faces. They are calm but energetic, present but still purposeful with their time. They are curious. They ask questions. They&’re genuine in their desire to know about you—how you&’re doing, what you&’re up to, how you feel. Even with full lives of their own, they somehow still have the energy to inquire about others. These are extravagant people. In Extravagant, Pastor Brady Boyd shows us that by constantly offering up our time, talents, and hearts we can live life more like these exceptional people. Drawing on the parable of the Good Samaritan, he encourages us to stop living a life driven by selfish desire and start building lasting relationships that will be spiritually fulfilling. Discover how to begin this transformation by ceasing to be a passerby and become one who pauses in the course of daily life. By embracing the spirit of generosity, Pastor Boyd shows us that the path to a happier life is by living closer to God&’s vision and building a community that will be there in times of need. Timely, thought-provoking, and inspiring, Boyd&’s uplifting message of reclaiming your connections to others and being a good neighbor is just the remedy we need in today&’s fractured culture and troubled times.
Extreme Dreams Depend on Teams
by Jim Denney Pat WilliaPat says though the vision of one person can change the world, no one can carry out a vision alone. Extreme dreams depend on teams, and lack of teamwork is often how big dreams go unrealized. Using examples and anecdotes from history and contemporary life, Pat shows how the greatest world-changing events came to be as the result of the passion of single individuals. In each case, a team was assembled with people equipped in the various areas needed to bring the vision to pass. Pat addresses team assembly, dynamics, and pitfalls to give readers guidance they can immediately apply to their own circumstances. Everyone is looking for ways to be more successful in life. Pat Williams serves up a book packed with practical help to get readers where they want to be.
Extreme Privacy: What It Takes to Disappear
by Michael BazzellMichael Bazzell has helped hundreds of celebrities, billionaires, and everyday citizens completely disappear from public view. He is now known in Hollywood as the guy that “fixes” things. His previous books about privacy were mostly REACTIVE and he focused on ways to hide information, clean up an online presence, and sanitize public records to avoid unwanted exposure. <p><p>This textbook is PROACTIVE. It is about starting over. It is the complete guide that he would give to any new client in an extreme situation. It leaves nothing out, and provides explicit details of every step he takes to make someone completely disappear, including document templates and a chronological order of events. The information shared in this volume is based on real experiences with his actual clients, and is unlike any content ever released in his other books.
Extreme Productivity: Boost Your Results, Reduce Your Hours
by Robert C. PozenRobert C. Pozen, one of the business world’s most successful—and productive—executives, reveals the surprising secrets to workplace productivity and high performance. Extreme Productivity is an essential handbook for every business professional, empowering them with proven methods for prioritizing efficiently and maximizing time at work, while leading a full and productive personal life as well.
Extreme Spirituality
by Tolly BurkanExtreme Spirituality is any experience whether it be firewalking or practicing humble service to others. It shows us how our egos mask, limit, distort, or diminish our knowledge of a greater reality. Over twenty extreme spiritual practices are highlighted, and readers will learn how even unpleasant or dangerous situations can help us experience how love, wisdom, compassion, and interconnection reveal aspects of our divine nature and leave us with a crystal-clear distinction between our egos and our "higher-selves." This book, using many different extreme spiritual practices as examples, uses a logical and enthusiastic approach to teach people how to assume a totally spiritual perspective in any situation. By doing this, even sorrowful or frustrating situations don't have to cause as much suffering. We can choose our reactions to them and use them as insights for spiritual growth.
Extreme Success
by Rich FettkeSUCCESS WITHOUT STRUGGLE! Have you tried to follow the old rules for success and found that they don't work anymore? Have you already achieved professional and personal success but secretly fear that you have accomplished everything that you ever will? Do you have a cherished dream that you want to realize? If so, read on. Extreme Success can be yours! In this life-changing book, sought-after personal coach and extreme athlete Rich Fettke doesn't just lead us down the path to success, he shows us that it can be easier and, yes, more fun. By applying the lessons he has learned from extreme sports in his seven-part program, he shows us that learning to take risks is as important as doing your homework. Using quizzes, captivating stories, and specific step-by-step strategies, he explains how you can: CREATE YOUR OWN "LUCK" DEVELOP THE COURAGE FOR CHANGE USE PARTNERSHIPS AND ALLIANCES TO EXPAND POSSIBILITIES MAKE FEAR YOUR FRIEND GET -- AND STAY -- IN THE ZONE AND MUCH MORE!
The Extremely Busy Woman's Guide to Self-Care: Do Less, Achieve More, and Live the Life You Want
by Suzanne FalterDiscover the transformative power of self-care! This comprehensive handbook offers practical strategies and expert advice to help you do less, achieve more, and live the life you truly desire.Optimize your productivity: Learn efficient techniques to manage your time, prioritize tasks, and streamline your daily routines, enabling you to accomplish more with less effort.Cultivate a fulfilling life: Explore strategies for aligning your goals, values, and passions, empowering you to create a life that brings you joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose.Tailor self-care to your busy schedule: Gain practical insights on incorporating self-care rituals and practices into your hectic lifestyle, finding moments of tranquility and rejuvenation amidst your demanding responsibilities.Nurture your mind, body, and soul: Explore a variety of self-care techniques, including mindfulness, meditation, exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management, equipping you with tools to nourish and replenish every aspect of your being.Overcome guilt and embrace self-compassion: Learn to overcome the guilt associated with taking time for yourself, and develop a mindset of self-compassion that allows you to prioritize your needs without sacrificing your commitments.Create sustainable habits: Acquire expert guidance on building sustainable self-care habits that become an integral part of your daily routine, ensuring long-term well-being and personal growth.The Extremely Busy Woman's Guide to Self-Care is a game-changing resource for any woman seeking to reclaim her time, prioritize her well-being, and live a life filled with purpose, accomplishment, and self-fulfillment.This book is perfect if you are looking for:Self-care books for womenSelf-care gifts for womenSelf affirmations for womenStress-management booksPractical suggestions for taking care of yourselfHow to ask for help and set boundariesThe road to soothing self-care is right in front of you—all you have to do is say yes to the journey and take the first step.
Exuberance: The Passion for Life
by Kay Redfield JamisonPsychologist Kay Redfield Jamison explores and discusses exuberance and other positive moods and emotions.
The Eye of the Sparrow
by Mark HowardEvery adult is the creation of a child. The Eye of the Sparrow is an adult novel about a child - a boy going off to summer camp. And it is a drama of spiritual liberation. Twelve-year-old David Ashton is trapped in the cynicism and negativity that have come to dominate man’s image of himself. He is convinced that he is destined to fail and that the instructors and students have it in for him. Yet his story becomes an intense struggle out of despair as, driven into the wilderness, David is compelled to face the destructive and creative power of his beliefs and the very meaning of life and death. . . A gripping, honest, and sometimes raw account of a boy’s painful inner struggle ... set against the backdrop of the wild and spirited beauty of the Okanagan.” — trish miller, BCLA Reporter
Eye of the Storm: How to Make Good Decisions in Bad Situations
by Scott WalkerMaster your emotions, think clearly and make better decisions, even in the toughest of situations.Drawing from his extensive career as a kidnap-for-ransom negotiator, Scott Walker shares practical tools and insights to help you stay calm, act decisively and thrive under pressure.Whether you're facing challenges at home, managing workplace demands or dealing with daily stresses, this book will help you build resilience, resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.If you enjoyed his Sunday Times bestseller, Order Out of Chaos (2023), you'll love this follow-up!
Eye of the Storm: How to Make Good Decisions in Bad Situations
by Scott WalkerMaster your emotions, think clearly and make better decisions, even in the toughest of situations.Drawing from his extensive career as a kidnap-for-ransom negotiator, Scott Walker shares practical tools and insights to help you stay calm, act decisively and thrive under pressure.Whether you're facing challenges at home, managing workplace demands or dealing with daily stresses, this book will help you build resilience, resolve conflicts and strengthen relationships.If you enjoyed his Sunday Times bestseller, Order Out of Chaos (2023), you'll love this follow-up!
The Eye Opener
by AnonymousA recovery basic for over 30 years, this popular meditation book includes daily affirmations on AA philosophy.Popular meditations on A.A. philosophy, written for every day of the year. This effective tool has been a recovery-basic for over 30 years.
The Eye Test: A Case for Human Creativity in the Age of Analytics
by Chris JonesIn a world increasingly ruled by numbers and algorithms, award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes a compelling case for a more personal approach to analytical thinking. THE EYE TEST is a necessary course correction, a call for a more balanced, personal approach to problem-solving. Award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes the case for the human element—for what smart, practiced, devoted people can bring to situations that have proved resistant to analytics. Jones shares what he&’s learned from an army of extraordinary talents, including some of the best doctors, executives, athletes, meteorologists, magicians, designers, astrophysicists, and detectives in the world. There are lessons in their mastery.Of course, there is a place for numbers in decision-making. No baseball player should be judged by his jawline. But the analytics revolution sparked by Michael Lewis&’s Moneyball now threatens to replace one kind of absurdity with another. We have developed a blind faith in the machine, the way a driver overly reliant on his GPS might be led off the edge of a cliff. Not all statistical analysis is sound. Algorithms aren&’t infallible, and spreadsheets aren&’t testaments. Trust in them too much, and they risk becoming instruments of destruction rather than understanding.Worse, data&’s supremacy in our daily lives has led to a dangerous strain of anti-expertise: the belief that every problem is a math problem, and anyone given access to the right information will find the right answer. That taste doesn&’t matter, experience doesn&’t matter, creativity doesn&’t matter. That we can&’t believe our eyes, no matter how much they&’ve seen. THE EYE TEST serves as a reminder that if beauty is less of a virtue in the age of analytics, a good eye still is. This book is a celebration of our greatest beholders—and an absorbing, inspiring guide for how you might become one, too.