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As the Last Leaf Falls: A Pagan's Perspective on Death, Dying & Bereavement
by Kristoffer HughesMove Beyond the Fear of Death and Integrate Its Powerful EnergyAs the Last Leaf Falls is a guide to death and the mysterious world beyond. The rituals, meditations, and exercises are designed to bring you on a journey of discovery through the most profound of all human transitions. Filled with insight and practical guidance, this book shows you how to honor family and friends in spirit and discover the life-affirming aspects of every state of existence.Join renowned Druid priest Kristoffer Hughes as he explores the three Celtic realms of existence—the realm of necessity, the realm of spirit, and the realm of infinity—and illuminates the reality of spiritual continuation. Challenging many status quo beliefs about the afterlife, this illuminating volume supports the important work of confronting death and absorbing its meaning into the core of your spirit.(This book was previously published as The Journey Into Spirit.)
As Time Goes By: Boomerang Marriages, Serial Spouses, Throwback Couples, and Other Romantic Adventures in an Age of Longetivity
by Abigail TraffordPeople today are living longer and healthier lives than at any other time in history-with profound implications for the nature of their romantic relationships. In this inspiring new book, best-selling author Abigail Trafford describes how people over fifty are rewriting the script of love and in the process redefining the institution of marriage for future generations. Drawing on interviews with hundreds of men and women, married and single, gay and straight, she shows how the unprecedented period of vitality after midlife but before traditional old age is much more complicated romantically and sexually than those glossy images of gray-haired people on the beach would suggest. And she reveals how today's fifty-plus men and women are raising the bar on marital satisfaction. They are more likely to break up an unhappy liaison than previous generations; and they are more freewheeling in finding new formulas for romantic satisfaction. Trafford deftly narrates what it means to love and be loved in the decades after midlife-and she offers solutions to the most common problems that define this time of life. Whether she's shedding light on "retired-spouse syndrome," sharing stories of sexual turmoil, explaining how to plan a marital time-out or navigate the troubled waters of divorce, Trafford's wise and compassionate counsel is imbued with her signature warmth and reassurance. As Time Goes By is an urgently needed guide to the pursuit of love and happiness in this dynamic stage of life.
As-tu vécu? As-tu aimé? Cela importait-il?
by Bernard LevineIl y a une histoire qui dit que chaque matin, Dieu envoie deux anges du ciel pour venir nous rendre visite. Qui sont ces anges? Rencontrons-les… Le nom du premier ange est «Demandez»… et le nom du deuxième ange est «Louange». Ces deux anges portent des paniers. Lorsque nous regardons ce qui est à l'intérieur du panier du premier ange, nous constatons que le panier est plein, jusqu'en haut, débordant de nos demandes de prière à Dieu telles que `` donnez-moi une grande maison, je veux une nouvelle voiture, obtenez-moi un meilleur travail et je veux beaucoup d'argent. Maintenant, quand nous regardons pour voir ce qui est à l'intérieur du panier du deuxième ange, nous constatons qu'il est vide… ils disent que seulement parfois, juste au fond du panier, il y a un ou deux mots de louange. Pensez à Dieu… chaque jour, Dieu a beaucoup, beaucoup de nos demandes pour répondre de plus en plus à nos «demandes» et «désirs». Serons-nous jamais satisfaits et reconnaissants de ce que nous avons déjà? Dites-moi, avons-nous prié pendant tout ce temps en suppliant Dieu de fournir et pourtant, nous ne prenons presque jamais le temps de remercier Dieu que nous sommes vivants et de le louer pour chaque battement de cœur et chaque souffle. Ne serait-il pas merveilleux de chercher et d'orienter nos prières pour donner la louange et la gloire au «Donneur» d'abord, avant de nous concentrer autant de notre temps de prière sur la recherche des «Cadeaux» et ce que nous pouvons obtenir de la Dieu. Chaque jour, faisons de Dieu notre plaisir… car Dieu est tout ce dont nous avons besoin!
As We Speak: How to Make Your Point and Have It Stick
by Peter Meyers Shann NixThe world is full of brilliant people whose ideas are never heard. This book is designed to make sure that you’re not one of them. Even for the most self-confident among us, public speaking can be a nerve-racking ordeal. Whether we are speaking to a large audience, within a group, or in a one-on-one conversation, the way in which we communicate ideas, as much as the ideas themselves, can determine success or failure. In this invaluable guide by two of today’s most sought-after communication experts, Peter Meyers and Shann Nix offer a comprehensive approach for tackling the underlying obstacles that almost all of us experience when faced with speaking in public. In As We Speak, you’ll learn to master the three building blocks at the core of their approach: Content: Organize the information you want to convey and construct a clear and lucid architecture of ideas that will lead your listener through a memorable emotional experience. Delivery: Use your body, voice, eyes, and hands in ways that engage your audience and naturally support your message. State: Bring yourself into peak performance condition. Your state is the way you feel when you perform, and it is both the most powerful and most frequently overlooked component of communication. Meyers and Nix show how to apply these principles in a wide variety of situations. You’ll learn how to handle difficult face-to-face conversations with colleagues, friends, and family; how to make the best use of e-mail, phone, video conference, and other technology; and how to communicate in a crisis, when all eyes are on you and emotions are running high. Meyers and Nix also emphasize that effective communication is impossible without first becoming aware of your own true goals and personal beliefs, and they offer helpful tools and exercises that will lead you to greater clarity and self-knowledge. Accessible, inspiring, and laden with useful tips, As We Speak will help you discover your authentic voice and learn to convey your ideas in the most powerful and memorable way possible.
As We Think, So We Are
by James Allen Ruth L MillerDREAM LOFTY DREAMS, AND AS YOU DREAM, SO YOU SHALL BECOME. As We Think, So We Are, the fifth book in the Library of Hidden Knowledge, invites readers to explore the pioneering teachings of James Allen, one of the first leaders of the self-help movement. Dr. Ruth Miller offers modern translations of three of Allen's most insightful essays. Using clear, concise language paired with practical applications, Miller creates an accessible way to delve into and explore the fundamental processes that determine how we interact with--and understand--the world. Allen's seminal theories in metaphysics introduced millions in the last century to the Law of Attraction, one of the most transformative paths to fulfillment in the modern age. In As We Think, So We Are, we find Allen's writing to be as important and life changing today as it was a hundred years ago. As Allen put it, "All that we are is the result of what we have thought. It is founded in our thoughts; it is made up of our thoughts."
As We Understood: A Collection of Spiritual Insights
by Al-Anon Family GroupsThis book is a collection of spiritual writings by members of Al-Anon Family Groups. Al-Anon Family Groups is for those who have been effected by someone's drinking. From the preface: "What gives hope to Al-Anon/Alateen members? Many have experienced situations that others would find unbearable, yet they develop strength and hope for the future. "I looked around me at group meetings and saw a few people as hurt and bitter and angry as I was," said one member, "but most were facing life as it came. They were able to accept what I thought were outrageous situations. And I wanted to learn how they did it."
As You Are: A guide to letting go of comparison and seeing the good stuff inside
by Department Store for the MindAs You Are is shameless celebration of our uniqueness. Finding and fixing our inner problems often isn't inviting. There is another way to be a happier lighter being. Flip the focus on to finding out what energises you, makes you tick and puts you in that place where you feel "I was born to here". Hear stories and discover habits that tempt you towards playing to your personal strengths every day. Chapters include:As You AreCharacter StrengthsThinking TricksLaughter LinesFuelMy WayIt's MeAs They Are
As You Are: A guide to letting go of comparison and seeing the good stuff inside
by Dept LtdAs You Are is shameless celebration of our uniqueness. Finding and fixing our inner problems often isn't inviting. There is another way to be a happier lighter being. Flip the focus on to finding out what energises you, makes you tick and puts you in that place where you feel "I was born to here". Hear stories and discover habits that tempt you towards playing to your personal strengths every day. Chapters include:As You AreCharacter StrengthsThinking TricksLaughter LinesFuelMy WayIt's MeAs They Are
As You Feel, So You Heal: A Write of Passage
by Donna DeNommeInternationally renowned author Donna DeNomme leads you on a powerful journey to self-acceptance through writingMotivational stories, integrative process, and contemplative meditations to help you journal to your innermost selfExplores five phases: self-discovery, transformation, sacred path, soul creativity, and the great mystery
As You Wish: Finding True Strength in Surrender to God
by Mercy LokulutuSurrender may seem like the least likely path to a victorious life, but in the kingdom of God it happens to be the only way. We’ve been conditioned to think that surrender makes us weak. But nothing is further from the truth. Surrender to God gives you access to the very life you are searching for. It gives you the power to overcome suffering, it unlocks your identity, and it helps you realize that the past cannot hold you, trials cannot destroy you, and your future is sure. With inspirational stories and practical tips, As You Wish shows you how to surrender to God, do less on your own, and rely on Him to accomplish more than you ever thought possible. Jesus did not only speak about surrender; He also lived it. He asks us to do the same. Let go of your plans, liberate your aspirations, and release the dreams you have for your life. Love the Lord your God with reckless abandon, without reservation or personal agenda. This is surrender. Every day it’s saying to God, “As You wish.”
Ascolta il tuo Cuore e Raggiungerai la Vera Felicità
by Pílula DigitalAscoltare il cuore non è qualcosa che si insegna a scuola. Neanche con rare eccezioni; è chiaro!--impariamo questa importante abilità in famiglia. Ma che differenza enorme fa ciò, invece si fa! Prova a chiedere a qualcuno più avanti nel corso della vita e trai le tue conclusioni. Presto ti renderai conto che con questo modo di essere e agire, anche se sappiamo che è essenziale per lo sviluppo umano, non è poi così comune da vedere in giro. In questo libro imparerai ad aascoltare il tuo cuore e sarai molto più felice così
La asertividad: expresión de una sana autoestima
by Olga Castanyer Mayer-SpiessSi nos queremos y respetamos, seremos capaces de querer y respetar al otro. Y la única forma de hacerlo es desarrollando una sana autoestima que nos permita estar seguros de nuestra valía única y personal y nos ayude a hacer valer nuestros derechos sin pisar los del otro. ¿Cómo hacerlo? Por medio de ejemplos y ejercicios, este libro pretende dar respuesta a la cuestión anterior y así convertirse en un manual para desarrollar una sana asertividad dentro del marco de la autoestima.
Asertividad en el trabajo: Cómo decir lo que siento y defender lo que pienso
by Olga Castanyer Estela OrtegaCómo decir lo que siento y defender lo que pienso. Un manual práctico para desarrollar la autoestima y la sana asertividad en el entorno laboral. «Lo más importante que aprendí a hacer después de los cuarenta años fue a decir "no" cuando es "no".»Gabriel García Márquez Con muchísima frecuencia nos cuesta encontrar el momento y la forma para decirle a un jefe o a un subordinado lo que pensamos o lo que esperamos de ellos. La falta de asertividad es la fuente principal de frustración en las empresas y el origen de graves problemas de comunicación. Cuando nos enfrentamos a situaciones en las que resulta imprescindible manifestar nuestra posición, recurrimos a formas de expresión excesivamente agresivas que anulan nuestro mensaje, o bien acabamos por callar ante el temor de provocar un conflicto indeseado. Asertividad en el trabajo expone cuál es el origen de estos problemas y plantea estrategias prácticas para superarlos, diferentes situaciones cotidianas en la mayoría de las empresas: las relaciones con los jefes, con los subordinados y con los compañeros. Con este libro comprenderemos mejor nuestros comportamientos, y conseguiremos manifestar nuestros puntos de vista y defender nuestros intereses sin necesidad de recurrir a la agresividad.
Asertivos: 21 claves que transformarán tus relaciones interpersonales con inteligencia emocional.
by Sonia González BoysenSer, o no ser, asertivo, esa es la cuestión.Los seres humanos hemos logrado innovar de manera sorprendente en el ámbito tecnológico y científico, pero nos cuesta trabajo ser asertivos para mantener una conversación fluida, libre, serena, equilibrada, clara, espontánea y armoniosa, capaz de generar una influencia relevante y contundente.En estas páginas recibirás un mentoring completo con las 21 claves de comprobaba aplicación para lograr no solo concientizar la importancia de mantener una comunicación saludable en tu vida, sino también identificar cuáles son los malos hábitos comunicativos más comunes – el negativismo, miedos paralizantes, quejas en tus relaciones interpersonales, las preocupaciones, la envidia, el rencor, la falta de perdón, gente tóxica, personas difíciles, la procrastinación, las peleas y más.Aprenderás a aplicar las claves para saber cómo tratar con esos vicios comunicativos, convertirlos en oportunidades de mejora y cimentar así la plataforma para tu máximo potencial de desarrollo personal.
Asesinos seriales mexicanos: Las entrañas de una realidad siniestra
by Ricardo HamEn México la figura del asesino en serie ha sido negada históricamente, sin embargo, su presencia a lo largo y ancho del país no puede ocultarse, lo mismo al sur que al norte, e incluso exportando homicidas de antología. Nuestro territorio tiene una historia de más de 125 años de asesinos seriales. A lo largo de la historia, la imaginación del hombre ha creado seres a quienes temer: fantasmas, brujas, demonios, vampiros, hombres lobo, alienígenas o dioses que desatan toda su furia contra una sociedad entera; sin embargo, pese a todas las versiones existentes, estos extraños seres no dejan de ser sólo producto de nuestra imaginación. En la actualidad ha surgido una nueva bestia a la que tememos, pero al mismo tiempo seguimos con una extraña fascinación, se trata de los criminales que siempre siguen un mismo modelos para matar: los asesinos seriales.
Ashamed
by Laura Walsh'At the lowest moment in my life, I stood at the gates of hell. I saw what it was like. I can never, ever go back there again.'When Laura Walsh walked into her four-month-old daughter's bedroom, she was confronted with a mother's worst nightmare. Her beautiful baby was dead in her cot. This tragedy marked the beginning of Laura's journey of self-destruction. She became addicted to painkillers and alcohol, her marriage failed and she lost her house and alienated her friends and family.Lying and stealing to acquire tablets and booze, Laura spent several desperate years in the wilderness, years in which her two remaining children had to watch their mum become a sordid shadow of the woman they loved. She was ashamed but unable to find the strength to fight back - until one Christmas when her addictions finally threatened to kill her.Ashamed is the inspirational account of how Laura found the strength to step back from hell, launch a successful business and become a mother to her children once again.
The Ashgate Encyclopedia of Literary and Cinematic Monsters
by Jeffrey Andrew WeinstockFrom vampires and demons to ghosts and zombies, interest in monsters in literature, film, and popular culture has never been stronger. This concise Encyclopedia provides scholars and students with a comprehensive and authoritative A-Z of monsters throughout the ages. It is the first major reference book on monsters for the scholarly market. Over 200 entries written by experts in the field are accompanied by an overview introduction by the editor. Generic entries such as 'ghost' and 'vampire' are cross-listed with important specific manifestations of that monster. In addition to monsters appearing in English-language literature and film, the Encyclopedia also includes significant monsters in Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, African and Middle Eastern traditions. Alphabetically organized, the entries each feature suggestions for further reading. The Ashgate Encyclopedia of Literary and Cinematic Monsters is an invaluable resource for all students and scholars and an essential addition to library reference shelves.
Ashramed: From Chaos to Calm
by Dahlia Sen OberoiAs a new year rounds the corner, Dahlia Sen Oberoi, a hotshot lawyer whose life revolves around court appearances, client meetings and trotting around the globe, finds herself yearning for something more. With a lifelong passion for fitness, Yoga was something that she had dabbled in as an amateur enthusiast. And when she discovers a Yoga teacher's training course offered by an ashram, she forces herself to face the question: If not now, when?And so she sets off on her quest to move away from her uncompromising life as a lawyer and find some calm. Living sans her precious laptop, attending lectures on the Gita, learning and perfecting new asanas, and spending her days washing bartans and cleaning dormitories, is at first a struggle. But gradually, her self-doubt and restlessness wash away. Emotions are kept in rein, arrogance gives way to acceptance, and as Dahlia gets used to this new existence, she rediscovers herself in surprisingly new ways.At once profound and humorous, this delightfully candid account of her 30-day-long transformational sojourn will take readers on a joyous and emotionally rich journey. Ashramed is sprinkled with laughter and wisdom, and the assurance that in life, there are no timestamps, that it is always a good idea to take chances and embark on a journey of self-transformation, and most importantly, that it is never too late to do what you love.
Ashtamga Yoga: Yoga in the Tradition of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (The Definitive Primary Series Practice Manual)
by Petri RaisanenThe most physical and dynamic form of yoga, Ashtanga combines an impressive sequence of yoga poses with special breathing techniques to heat the body internally and allow safe stretching of the muscles. Ashtanga's enthusiasts point to the powerful impact of the practice on their overall health and well-being: regular practice tones and strengthens the muscles, cleanses the body of toxins, calms the mind and increases concentration.
Ashtanga Yoga: The Essential Step-by-step Guide to Dynamic Yoga
by John ScottJohn Scott's Ashtanga Yoga is a step-by-step illustrated guide that takes you through the balanced exercise routines and breathing techniques of this dynamic form. Carefully structured, this course starts with a simple sequence for beginners which, once mastered, provides the foundation for moving on to the next level.- Purify your body with dynamic movement and precise postures- Develop physical and mental strength, increased stamina and greater flexibility- Includes a foreword by Shri K Pattabhi Jois, founder of Ashtanga Yoga- This new edition has been fully revised and updated This essential guide is the perfect introduction to yoga or the ideal gift for those who want to take their yoga practice to the next level.Author John Scott studied with yogi Shri K Pattabhi Jois at the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute in India, where he qualified to teach Ashtanga Yoga around the world. He has instructed many people in Ashtanga Yoga, including high-profile celebrities Madonna and Sting. John now spends much of his time teaching international workshops and undertaking teacher trainings.
Asi dice el Señor: Cómo discernir cuando Dios nos habla a través de otra persona
by John Bevere¿Cómo se da cuenta usted cuando es Dios quien está hablando? Hoy día hay una insaciable hambre por la palabra profética del Señor. Los cristianos están prisioneros por recibir "palabras del Señor" y compartirlas. Junto al genuino deseo por lo real, viene también la vulnerabilidad a los ministerios proféticos falsos o excesivos. Con mucha frecuencia, los "profetas" modernos corren a través de nuestras iglesias, fraternidades y hogares, dando palabras casi como adivinos. Pero, ¿es realmente Dios quien está hablando? En este penetrante y revelador libro, el respectado autor y maestro John Bevere comparte con usted:Cómo discernir exactamente lo profético.Cómo la falsa profecía puede ser exacta con su pasado y presente, pero equivocarse en su futuro.Cómo la falsa profecía lo inutilizará.Cómo discernir al verdadero profeta del falso.Cómo responder cuando una palabra no proviene de Dios.Cómo ser guiado por el Espíritu, y más.No sólo aprenderá cómo reconocer la voz del Señor más claramente, sino también tendrá más confianza para manejar de manera adecuada las verdaderas palabras proféticas. Si tiene hambre de conocer a Dios más plenamente, si alguna vez se le ha profetizado o ha sido usado en el ministerio profético, entonces querrá leer ¿Así dice el Señor?
Así es la vida
by Marcela LechugaEl intenso viaje del ser humano por la vida Este libro nos anima a tomar las situaciones del día a día como desafíos y no como amenazas, para así dejar de percibir el estrés como un enemigo, aceptándolo como el motor que nos facilita ser protagonistas de nuestra vida. Así es la vida nos conduce a entrar en nuestros temores más profundos: el estrés, las pérdidas, la enfermedad, el envejecer, el morir. Junto al conocimiento científico, sus experiencias profesionales y sus vivencias personales, Marcela Lechuga nos alienta a enfrentarlos y trascenderlos. Un recorrido que va desde el miedo hasta el amor. Recordándonos que en todos los instantes de la vida nos hemos enfrentado a retos para crecer y madurar y lo seguiremos haciendo hasta el último día. Porque así es la vida.
Así funciona la vida: ¡Disfrútala y sácale provecho!
by Andrew MatthewsHaz que la vida juegue a tu favor. De Andrew Matthews, autor del bestseller Sé un adolescente feliz. Así funciona la vida es el libro más útil y efectivo que te hará reflexionar sobre tus problemas y te revelará de forma sencilla y divertida los secretos para transformar tu vida. No esperes que las cosas mejoren si pasas el día lamentándote. No esperes resolver tus problemas emocionales si haces de la queja tu deporte favorito. Actúa, desafía tus patrones de conducta. Cambia, elige una actitud positiva. Nadie dice que es fácil salir adelante, ahí está el problema: ¡HAZLO FÁCIL!, celebra la vida y no te enfoques en sus problemas: agradece, ama, conéctate con la naturaleza y los sentimientos nobles, rechaza a los necios y a los pesimistas. Si entiendes cómo funciona la vida, sólo dedícate a ser ¡ENLOQUECIDAMENTE FELIZ!
Así salí del infierno de las drogas
by Dani El RojoDani el Rojo describe sin tapujos sus experiencias con prácticamente todas las adicciones conocidas y narra cómo logró librarse de ellas y sobrevivir a años de abuso continuado de todo tipo de sustancias. «Después de hablar sobre las drogas en charlas, en centros escolares, médicos, y tras pasar por la cárcel para dar una conferencia, vi el interés que despertaba mi pasado como politoxicómano y la forma en la que había podido superarlo. Muchos me decían que yo era buen ejemplo de cómo dejar los estupefacientes, la delincuencia y de cómo reinsertarse en la sociedad. En más de una ocasión me han comentado que si existiera una obra en la que se recogieran mis reflexiones y consejos, sería de gran ayuda. Jamás me lo había planteado, pero lo cierto es que ahora que soy padre comprendo que un libro en el que se expliquen los riesgos en los que cualquier persona puede caer, y en especial los jóvenes, resultaría útil de alguna manera».
Asian Face Reading
by Boye Lafayette De MenteImagine how much you could learn if you knew how to evaluate a person's character, health, fortune, social status, sexual charisma, and life expectancy from a careful reading of his or her face. <P><P> In China and Japan, face reading is a respectable analytical tool used to make business decisions, arrange marriages, and evaluate partnerships and friendships. Asian Face Reading offers a quick, practical, easy-to-understand and easy-to-apply introduction to the basic principles of face reading. The book is fully illustrated with dozens of examples readers can use to learn this increasingly popular practice-and to analyze their friends, colleagues, and loved ones.