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Vacation Planning: Jubiläumsedition Zum 102. Todesjahr Von Karl May (Correct Times)
by Barry B. VelasquezThe family vacation has been portrayed in many ways. From National Lampoon's "Vacation" showing the trials and tribulations of the Griswold family trying to get to "Wally World" to "The Great Outdoors" with John Candy and his family renting out a cabin in the woods only to encounter a meddling bear. Family vacations in the media seem to be one thing going wrong after another. But in real life, the family vacation is a time to bond together as a family unit and enjoy newfound times of closeness while exploring new adventures and locales. The memories you can make on these vacations will stay with you for years and give your children special moments they'll treasure forever. You can choose to drive cross country and see the quirky roadside attractions such as the largest ball of yarn or the corn museum. Some don't look at this as a true vacation. After all, being stuck in a car for the majority of the trip can breed some real family strife! You could also book a family cruise or fly to Mexico to spend time at a resort, but this can get pricey, and with all the activities they have for children, some parents fear the bonding they were looking forward to won't happen. For the family on a budget, the notion of a memorable and fun-filled vacation may seem out of reach. That's simply not true, however. There are many, many ways you can have a terrific family vacation while on a budget. You don't have to sacrifice fun because of lack of money. There are all kinds of vacations that can be had within almost every budget. While traveling is good for the economy and for your soul, it can be hard on your wallet. In fact, AAA estimates that a family of four should budget at least $244 per day for meals, lodging and automobile travel costs. And that figure doesn't include the staple of family vacations' entertainment. As usual, the best way to keep the costs down is to plan ahead and make informed decisions. But how do you start? You start with family input, a survey of your resources, and a well-thought out plan. We'll not only show you how to do that easily, but we'll also give you all kinds of ideas for family vacations and ways that you can make them affordable and fun! Always dreamed of going to Disney World? You can! Think the Caribbean is out of reach? It's not! We've compiled the advice and suggestions from many vacation experts and added some of our own experiences as well to give you this comprehensive guide to taking a family vacation on a budget! We'll show you different ways to save money on airfare, hotels, transportation, and eating. We'll also give you some great specific ideas for family vacations that won't break the bank along with some suggestions to help you save money and time in general while on your family getaway. Whether it's a summer trip, spring break jaunt, or wintering in the tropics, you'll be able to plan your dream vacation without breaking the bank. You'll get maximum fun without sacrificing every penny of your hard earned dollars and you may even come back with a little extra to save for that next vacation! What are you waiting for? Read on and enjoy your ebook "VACATION PLANNING (ON A BUDGET)"!
Vacíate de lo negativo: Haz espacio para más gozo, mayor confianza y nuevos niveles de influencia
by Joel OsteenRelease the negative thoughts and feelings that are weighing you down with #1 New York Times bestselling author and Lakewood Church pastor Joel Osteen. It's easy to go through life holding on to things that are weighing you down. Guilt. Resentment. Doubt. Worry. The problem is when you allow these things in, they're taking up space for the good things that should be there. Imagine your life is like a container. You were created to be filled with joy, peace, confidence, creativity. But if you allow worry, shame, and other negativity in, it pushes out good thoughts. Life is too short to go through it with negative things holding you down. The Scripture says, "Give no place to the enemy." Give no place to worry. Give no place to bitterness. You control what's in your container. You control what you think about, what you choose to allow in. Every morning when you wake up, you need to empty out anything negative from the day before. Empty Out the Negative will help you disregard the ridiculing voices in your head and instead hear God and his grace. Empty out the negative, and God will fill you with good.
El vacío del alma que solo Dios puede llenar
by Miguel Contreras López-AraizaEl libro &“El vacío del alma que solo Dios puede llenar&” su autorMiguel Contreras escribe; &“Por muchos años viví con el alma vacía&”. Así comienza este libro: la aventura de un buscador a través del deporte extremo, la política, la vida empresarial y la familia, la Biblia y el sentido de la existencia. El vacío del alma que solo Dios puede llenar nos introduce en la historia de una vida y los aprendizajes espirituales de ese recorrido. En los encuentros de Jesús con diferentes personas, el autor encuentra el puntapié para contar su propia historia; y entre anécdotas, recuerdos y testimonios, van aflorando la sabiduría y actualidad de las Escrituras.A través de estas páginas, el autor hace desfilar con sinceridad tanto sus éxitos como sus fracasos. Y logra extraer, de todas esas experiencias, una convicción espiritual: que Dios utilizó cada uno de esos sucesos para modelar su carácter y llenar su alma. Un libro que desafía a los que sienten el vacío de su alma, anima a los que tienen el alma llena, e ilumina nuestra propia historia de vida desde la confianza en la soberanía divina. El libro recorre entrelazando en paralelo dos ejes vitales, &“la vida exterior del hombre &“en su quehacer diario, con las ilusiones y temores de nuestro propio ego. Y la &“vida interior del alma &“que busca la verdad o el sentido profundo de la vida con el paso del tiempo, y que nos enfrenta a valorar nuestra existencia. Ese conflicto existencialista del hombre postmoderno o líquido, y la tensión de la búsqueda del sentido y la verdad, es la que el autor narra en primera persona. Y como tiene el coraje de parar, mirar, reflexionar y ver ese gran vacío vital en su vida. The Emptiness of the Soul Only God can FillThe book "The emptiness of the soul that only God can fill" its author Miguel Contreras writes; "For many years I lived with an empty soul". Thus begins this book: the adventure of a seeker through extreme sports, politics, business life and family, the Bible and the meaning of existence. The emptiness of the soul that only God can fill introduces us to the story of a life and the spiritual learnings of that journey. In the encounters of Jesus with different people, the author finds the kick to tell his own story; and among anecdotes, memories and testimonies, the wisdom and actuality of the Scriptures come to the surface.Throughout these pages, the author sincerely parades both his successes and his failures. And he manages to extract, from all these experiences, a spiritual conviction: that God used each of these events to shape his character and fill his soul. A book that challenges those who feel the emptiness of their soul, encourages those whose souls are full, and illuminates our own life story with confidence in divine sovereignty. The book intertwines in parallel two vital axes, "the external life of man" in his daily life, with the illusions and fears of our own ego. And the "inner life of the soul" that seeks the truth or the deep meaning of life with the passage of time, and that confronts us to value our existence. This existentialist conflict of postmodern or liquid man, and the tension of the search for meaning and truth, is what the author narrates in the first person. And how he has the courage to stop, look, reflect and see that great vital emptiness in his life.
Vacío emocional: El encuentro con uno mismo y la búsqueda del bienestar
by Adriana WaismanAdriana Waisman, psicóloga especialista en trastornos de ansiedad, brinda herramientas para ayudarte a tratar el vacío emocional, trabajar sobre tus creencias y emociones y recuperarte para alcanzar tu mejor versión. ¿Sentís que solo estás pasando por la vida y te dejás llevar por la vorágine de estos tiempos? ¿Lo que estás viviendo -ya sea un problema familiar, una ruptura amorosa o un trabajo poco satisfactorio- te hace sentir estancado o perdido? ¿Actuás como si estuvieras bien cuando en realidad te sentís solo y desconectado? Puede ser que tengas una buena vida y, sin embargo, por alguna razón no sea suficiente para que te sientas feliz. Las redes sociales, el consumo y las actividades que solo llenan el tiempo se convierten en un escape de lo que te aqueja: el vacío emocional. En este libro, Adriana Waisman, psicóloga especialista en trastornos de ansiedad, te ayudará a encontrar tus propias herramientas para reconocer tus emociones, reconectarlas y orientar tu vida hacia la plenitud.
The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel
by Rolf Potts&“Thought-provoking, encouraging, and inspiring&” (Gretchen Rubin) reflections on the power of travel to transform our daily lives—from the iconoclastic travel writer, scholar, and author of VagabondingFor readers who dream of travel, yearn to get back out on the road, or want to enrich a journey they&’re currently on, The Vagabond&’s Way explores and celebrates the life-altering essence of travel. Each day of the year features a one-page meditation on an aspect of the journey, anchored by words of wisdom from a variety of thinkers—from Stoic philosopher Seneca and poet Maya Angelou to Trappist monk Thomas Merton and Grover from Sesame Street. Iconoclastic travel writer and scholar Rolf Potts embraces the ragged-edged, harder-to-quantify aspects of travel that inevitably change travelers&’ lives for the better in unexpected ways. The book&’s various sections mirror the phases of a trip, including• dreaming and planning the journey: &“All life-affecting journeys—and the unexpected wonders they promise—become real the moment you decide they will happen.&”• embracing the rhythms of the journey: &“The most poignant experiences on the road occur in those quiet moments when we recognize beauty in the ordinary.&”• finding richer travel experiences: &“Developing an instinct to venture beyond the obvious on the road allows you to see places as mysteries to be investigated.&”• expanding your comfort zone: &“No moment of instant gratification can compare to savoring an experience that has been earned by enduring the adversity that comes with it.&” The Vagabond&’s Way encourages you to sustain the mindset of a journey, even when you aren&’t able to travel, and affirms that travel is as much a way of being as it is an act of movement.
The Vagina Bible: The vulva and the vagina - separating the myth from the medicine
by Dr. Jennifer GunterDoes eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?What's the truth about the HPV vaccine?So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed-whether it's websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? Obstetrician Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health-and the internet's most popular go-to doc-comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about:· The vaginal microbiome · Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies · How diet impacts vaginal health · Stem cells and the vagina · Cosmetic vaginal surgery· What changes to expect during pregnancy, after childbirth, and through menopause· How medicine fails women by dismissing symptomsPlus:· Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health· How to select a tampon · The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot... And so much more. Whether you're a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are 'uncool' or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.
The Vagina Bible: The vulva and the vagina - separating the myth from the medicine
by Dr. Jennifer GunterDoes eating sugar cause yeast infections? Does pubic hair have a function? Should you have a vulvovaginal care regimen?Will your vagina shrivel up if you go without sex?What's the truth about the HPV vaccine?So many important questions, so much convincing, confusing, contradictory misinformation! In this age of click bait, pseudoscience, and celebrity-endorsed products, it's easy to be overwhelmed-whether it's websites, advice from well-meaning friends, uneducated partners, and even healthcare providers. So how do you separate facts from fiction? Obstetrician Jen Gunter, an expert on women's health-and the internet's most popular go-to doc-comes to the rescue with a book that debunks the myths and educates and empowers women. From reproductive health to the impact of antibiotics and probiotics, and the latest trends, including vaginal steaming, vaginal marijuana products, and jade eggs, Gunter takes us on a factual, fun-filled journey. Discover the truth about:· The vaginal microbiome · Genital hygiene, lubricants, and hormone myths and fallacies · How diet impacts vaginal health · Stem cells and the vagina · Cosmetic vaginal surgery· What changes to expect during pregnancy, after childbirth, and through menopause· How medicine fails women by dismissing symptomsPlus:· Thongs vs. lace: the best underwear for vaginal health· How to select a tampon · The full glory of the clitoris and the myth of the G Spot... And so much more. Whether you're a twenty-six-year-old worried that her labia are 'uncool' or a sixty-six-year-old dealing with painful sex, this comprehensive guide is sure to become a lifelong trusted resource.
Vagrant Alcoholics (Routledge Library Editions: Alcohol and Alcoholism)
by Tim CookIn the 1970s the vagrant alcoholic was not a new problem, and for the previous two hundred years people had asked: What can be done to help them? Why not lock them up? Why don’t they get jobs? Tim Cook had worked for many years with homeless men and in this book, originally published in 1975, he describes the problems of vagrant alcoholics and the way in which one voluntary organization, the Alcoholics Recovery Project, based in South London, responded to these problems. The response had in essence been one of experimentation beginning with the first hostel in 1966, the development of non-residential shop fronts in 1970, and the employment of a team of recovered alcoholics in 1974. The Project sought to break down the mistrust surrounding the problem on all sides and to rediscover the potential of the so-called ‘hopeless’ skid row alcoholic. Tim Cook places the Project’s work in the wider context of social work and social responsibility, and shows that its methods had relevance for other agencies. He also examines the persistent failure of successive governments to take any positive action to tackle the problems of vagrant alcoholics. Throughout the book the views of the alcoholics themselves are integrated with the attitudes and experiences of the Project workers. The author offers an assessment of the Project’s work, and an outline of its limitations, stressing that no easy answer exists to this problem. But, he believed, the Project had made valuable progress towards a greater understanding of the vagrant alcoholic and his milieu.
The Vagus Nerve Reset: Train Your Body to Heal Stress, Trauma, and Anxiety
by Anna FergusonWith practical, immediate ways to establish a mindful connection with our bodies, The Vagus Nerve Reset helps us tap into our body&’s innate capacity to process and return to a state of safety, transforming the way we respond to every kind of challenge in life.Feeling anxious and disconnected are signs of a nervous system that&’s out of balance. Something as small as a curt message from your boss can be perceived by your body as a threat—which triggers a change in your vagus nerve (a cranial nerve that runs from your brain to your abdomen). In The Vagus Nerve Reset, somatic therapist Anna Ferguson offers easy tools and exercises, grounded in the science of Polyvagal Theory, to help train your nervous system to stop overreacting and start responding more calmly to day-to-day stressors. By tuning in to your vagus nerve you can gently shape your nervous system to achieve greater resilience, improved sleep and digestion, relief from anxiety, and healing from past traumas. The power of somatic therapy: learn how to work with your body to change the way you feel, think, and behave to become more resilientA program to positively change your mood and behavior: you&’ll assess how your vagus nerve is functioning, then incorporate practices such as breath, touch, movement, and intention to grow your connection to your bodyPolyvagal Theory made easy: understand the underlying principle of how the nervous system regulates feelings of safety and how one responds to experiences in the world
Vain Glorious: A shameless guide for men who want to look their best
by Jeremy Langmead Dr David Jack"My life is a constant battle between vanity and laziness. This book has brokered the perfect peace deal!" - Graham NortonShould I tint my eyebrows?How can I get a squarer jawline?Which style of trouser would make my legs look longer?Leading lifestyle columnist and magazine editor, Jeremy Langmead, has men constantly asking him for answers to these questions and more.In Vain Glorious, he teams up with Harley Street aesthetic doctor David Jack to lift the lid on all the anti-ageing and beauty secrets now available for men, from Botox to hair thickening treatments. Dr Jack provides the medical expertise, whilst Langmead test-drives the products and procedures on offer - sharing often hilarious snapshots of his own hit-and-miss journey of rejuvenation, as well as sartorial tricks and insider tips from his time editing Esquire and running the men's fashion website mrporter.com. Vain Glorious is an honest and practical guide to help men feel comfortable in their own skin.
Vain Glorious: A shameless guide for men who want to look their best
by Jeremy Langmead Dr David Jack"My life is a constant battle between vanity and laziness. This book has brokered the perfect peace deal!" - Graham NortonShould I tint my eyebrows?How can I get a squarer jawline?Which style of trouser would make my legs look longer?Leading lifestyle columnist and magazine editor, Jeremy Langmead, has men constantly asking him for answers to these questions and more.In Vain Glorious, he teams up with Harley Street aesthetic doctor David Jack to lift the lid on all the anti-ageing and beauty secrets now available for men, from Botox to hair thickening treatments. Dr Jack provides the medical expertise, whilst Langmead test-drives the products and procedures on offer - sharing often hilarious snapshots of his own hit-and-miss journey of rejuvenation, as well as sartorial tricks and insider tips from his time editing Esquire and running the men's fashion website mrporter.com. Vain Glorious is an honest and practical guide to help men feel comfortable in their own skin.
Vaincre la Dépression avec Facilité: (comprend des Extraits de Murli Brahma Kumaris avec Explications)
by Brahma Kumari PariCe livre est basé sur la connaissance des Brahma Kumaris. Utilisez les connaissances et les pratiques de ce livre pour éviter la dépression et éliminer les défauts corporels qui sont à l'origine de votre dépression. Même si vous ne souffrez pas de dépression, vous pouvez utiliser les connaissances de ce livre pour surmonter vos humeurs dépressives et rester heureux. Tout le monde peut utiliser ce livre comme guide pour se libérer de la dépression.
Valentía en solo 100 días: Devocionales para descubrir la parte de tu ser más valiente (100 Days to Brave, Spanish Edition)
by Annie F. DownsSiempre fuiste destinado a ser valiente.Ya sea que tomes una decisión importante, enfrentes una transición difícil o enfrentes un miedo, Valentía en solo 100 días te dará valor y confianza para seguir adelante.Annie F. Downs sintió que sus desafíos eran demasiado difíciles, demasiado aterradores y muchos. Entonces decidió dejar de permitir que el miedo la contuviera. No fue fácil ni simple. Pero fue bueno.Con honestidad y buen humor, esta compilación de los mejores escritos y las nuevas piezas de Annie te dará la inspiración para abrazar el camino y el plan que Dios tiene para ti y experimentar el crecimiento personal.Atrévete a pasar los próximos 100 días descubriendo que eres más valiente de lo que sabes y más fuerte de lo que creías posible.
Valientes: Para permanecer, crecer y avanzar
by Kristy MottaSé valiente para soltar lo que Dios te pide. Sé valiente para abrazar lo que Dios te da. Sé valiente para no juzgar a los demás. Sé valiente para vivir solo para obtener su aprobación. Los cambios son una variable constante en la vida; no son opcionales. Es cierto que, al enfrentar una tragedia, crisis o cambio sentirás miedo, querrás renunciar, te lamentarás, buscarás culpables, querrás huir y, cuando estés a punto de sentirte una cobarde, tu corazón creerá que ha sido diseñado para más. Entonces, estarás por experimentar la intervención divina y sobrenatural de Dios que activará a la mujer valiente que está dentro de ti, lista para permanecer, crecer y avanzar. Cada paso de valentía revelará tu estado actual y el carácter que Dios quiere forjar en ti para vivir una vida más enriquecida y mantenerte firme en el Dios que no cambia.
The Value Equation: A Business Guide to Wealth Creation for Entrepreneurs, Leaders & Investors
by Christopher H. VolkDiscover one of the surest means to create personal wealth by building a profitable business Every now and then, a business book comes along that offers original insights and a fresh perspective. In The Value Equation: A Business Guide to Creating Wealth for Entrepreneurs and Investors, veteran executive, entrepreneur, and investor Chris Volk delivers an engaging, straightforward explanation about how businesses work and provide wealth for entrepreneurs and investors. The author’s signature approach is centered on his award-winning wealth creation formula in a book designed to simplify complex subjects with math no more complicated than what you learned in middle school. Readers will become acquainted with the characteristics of successful business models, together with insights into how leaders can improve their own models in ways that generate personal and collective wealth. The author’s framework presented in The Value Equation is the foundation upon which most of the largest personal fortunes were built. Chris Volk also provides supplemental materials including interactive Excel spreadsheets, illustrations, and sample corporate financial models on a companion website. There is even a link to an award-winning video series created by Volk that served as his inspiration for the book. Full of illustrative case studies that highlight crucial business and finance concepts The Value Equation includes: Explorations of the true value of using OPM (Other People’s Money) and capital stack variations to build and grow your company. Advice on business assembly, growth, mergers, acquisitions, and corporate reengineering, including discussions of valuation multiples, common risks, and capital options. Guidance on how to valuate business models, delivered with help from a variety of stories and case studies. Uniquely, the author also draws on his own background, including the introduction of three successful companies to the public markets, two of which he was instrumental in founding. The Value Equation is an indispensable addition to the libraries of anyone interested in growing wealth and capital through business, whether as a business leader, entrepreneur or investor.
Value in the Valley: A Black Woman's Guide through Life's Dilemmas
by Iyanla VanzantSo you've fallen and think you can't get up! Is it the job you hate but need in order to pay the rent? Is it that relationship that you gave your all to only to end up with a broken heart...again? Perhaps it's your children, a family member or a lifelong friend doing you in, dragging you down, pushing you to the brink. If you are an honorary member of the Black Woman's Suffering Society, you have probably been told that it's all your fault. Or that struggling and suffering is your lot in life. Iyanla Vanzant says NO! Life is an Act of Faith and suffering is optional! Those everyday challenges, obstacles, and dilemmas are what Iyanla calls valleys. As bad as they may seem, there is a purpose or, as Iyanla says, "There is so much value in the valley." Valley experiences open your eyes to the things you know but have difficulty facing and accepting. Valleys challenge your fears, strengthen your will, correct your misperceptions, and give you valuable insights into yourself, the world, and the people around you. Those dark, bleak, ugly experiences that make you most uncomfortable can help you to grow. Valley experiences let you know it is time to do a new thing in a new way. You may grit your teeth and dig in your heels, but, as you will see, that new thing can be daring, exciting, and even fun. If you learn your valley lessons well, you are bound to shake other people up too. Good! You need to display your brilliance and move into your own grace. You've got the power, and your thoughts, deeds, and actions are your ticket. When you muster up the strength to change how you do what you've been doing, you find the way out of the valley. As Iyanla says, "Valleys are not one-size-fits-all." In fact, they are custom-designed to teach you how to reach your highest potential -- to be divine, prosperous, and in alignment with your highest and greatest good. If you've ever been disappointed, betrayed, rejected, abandoned, or just plain old scared to let go, then you've been or may still be in a valley. Iyanla knows -- she's been there, and on a bad day she's still there, but now she shares with you the way out.
The Value of Arts for Business
by Giovanni SchiumaThe traditional view of the relationship between business and the arts is very much a one-way affair: organisations may endorse, fund or publicise the arts but the arts have nothing to offer from a business perspective. The Value of Arts for Business challenges this view by showing how the arts, in the form of Arts-based Initiatives (ABIs), can be used to enhance value-creation capacity and boost business performance. The book introduces and explains three models that show how organisations can successfully implement and manage ABIs. Firstly, the Arts Value Matrix enables managers to see how organisational value-drivers are affected by ABIs. Secondly, the Arts Benefits Constellation shows how to assess the benefits of using ABIs. Finally, the Arts Value Map shows how ABIs can be integrated and aligned with organisational strategy and operations. These models lay the foundations for a new research area exploring the links between arts and business.
The Value of Money
by Susan MccarthyOne of our nation's leading financial advisors and the "Soul Authority on Money Management" reveals that while emotions can make financial decisions difficult, our emotional relationship with our money can also lead to not just greater wealth and financial security but amazing personal growth as well. As a financial advisor for the past twenty-five years, Susan McCarthy has firsthand knowledge of the surprising degree to which emotion can govern important financial transactions. But, time and again, she also has seen her clients emerge from challenging financial situations with a newfound sense of purpose in their lives. Says McCarthy: "The world of money is a world of emotion; a stage on which we play out all of our dramas. The lessons it has to teach us go well beyond the financial. They reach deep into our emotional and even our spiritual lives. Money is one of our greatest teachers." According to McCarthy, for many of us the world of money reaches deep into our psyches, setting off fears and uncertainties we often don't even know we harbor. In The Value of Money, she gives readers the tools they need to see past this tumultuous aspect of money to achieve not just greater wealth and financial security but personal insights as well. Presenting various "money types" she has observed in her work, McCarthy helps readers to determine what type (or combination of types) they are and how each typically responds to life's most challenging financial events--taking financial responsibility for the care of a child or elderly parent, the death of a spouse, retirement-- and how to turn around any self-defeating responses to the events. This wise book outlines a path not just to a richer future financially but spiritually as well.
The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life
by Isabel TomThat Wasn't A White Hair, Was It?We&’re so afraid of aging that we begin to devalue ourselves and others with each passing year. The phrase "30 years old" incites panic. Seniors live in separate communities and barely interact with young people, while middle-aged people spend millions each year on anti-aging products.But what if we have it all wrong? Isabel Tom grew up living with grandparents and has spent over a decade of her career serving older adults. In The Value of Wrinkles she: Teaches you what the elderly offer us that we cannot live withoutChallenges our cultural beliefs and practices that affect those who are agingGives you practical insight on how to care for those older than you
The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life
by Isabel TomThat Wasn't A White Hair, Was It?We&’re so afraid of aging that we begin to devalue ourselves and others with each passing year. The phrase "30 years old" incites panic. Seniors live in separate communities and barely interact with young people, while middle-aged people spend millions each year on anti-aging products.But what if we have it all wrong? Isabel Tom grew up living with grandparents and has spent over a decade of her career serving older adults. In The Value of Wrinkles she: Teaches you what the elderly offer us that we cannot live withoutChallenges our cultural beliefs and practices that affect those who are agingGives you practical insight on how to care for those older than you
Values-Centered Leadership: A Biblical Worldview for Understanding the Driving Forces Behind Individual and Organizational Behavior
by McKinley JohnsonWhy we need values-centered leaders What is a leader? A leader is someone who takes charge, manages risk, and stands firm in the face of adversity. But leaders who pay strict attention to their core values excel to greatness. Character is key. Dr. McKinley Johnson examines leadership from a biblical perspective--why some leaders soar and others fail.The author, a leadership specialist, discusses both the nature and role of values, its significance on individual and organizational behavior and how leaders can identify, integrate, and adopt values that lead to rich fulfillment. Jesus serves as our perfect example for His values defined every miracle He performed and He encourages us as His disciples to do likewise.
The Values Compass: What 101 Countries Teach Us About Purpose, Life, and Leadership
by Dr Mandeep Rai&“The Values Compass takes us into the hearts, minds, and traditions of the cultures and people of the world. It demonstrates how interconnected we are and how the divisions that exist between us stem from acting with narrow self-interest rather than concern for the good of our human family. I hope that the book will contribute to making our world a happier place.&” —THE DALAI LAMA Broadcast journalist Dr. Mandeep Rai takes us on a journey across 101 countries, highlighting a unique value that has defined each nation&’s history and culture—and how we can apply these to find purpose and fulfilment in our own lives.Every day we make decisions based on what we believe in: values that define the ambitions we set, the choices we make, and the relationships we choose. In The Values Compass, Dr. Mandeep Rai shows how the countries of the world epitomize the power of values, provide an ideal guide to help us understand our own, and teach us important lessons about success. From Moroccan compromise to Armenian survival and American entrepreneurship, The Values Compass shows how we can incorporate the values that animate nations into our own lives—seeing ourselves through the eyes of the world, and shedding new light on the opportunities and challenges that define us. The result is an insightful and readable collection that helps us reflect on the values that matter most, last longest, and have the greatest power to create change.
The Values Compass: What 101 Countries Teach Us About Purpose, Life and Leadership
by Mandeep RaiBroadcast journalist Mandeep Rai takes us on a journey to 101 countries around the world, highlighting a single, unique value that has defined each nation's history, culture, and global influence - and how we can apply them to better our own lives and make decisions more effectively. <p><p>Every day, whether we acknowledge it or not, we make decisions based on what we believe in. The choices, challenges, or opportunities facing us - and how we engage with them - in politics, family, relationships, work, and play reveal something important about our character, desires, and personality to ourselves and to others. When those values align and are shared by a single population, they have the power to transform a nation and teach the world valuable lessons about success. <p><p>From India's 'faith' to Vietnam's 'resilience', Argentina's 'passion' to Singapore's 'order', Australia's 'mateship' to Uganda's 'heritage' and from Malta's 'community' to Sri Lanka's 'joy', we may all find something of ourselves in others and succeed together as a result. <p><p>This is an insightful collection of profiles that open our eyes to the world around us, and in turn help us reflect on which values matter, last, and have the power to create change.
The Values Factor
by John F. DemartiniBased on his landmark research and teachings, Dr. John Demartini has discovered the key to fulfillment in all aspects of life. What is the most important step you can take to achieve the life you've always dreamed of? You might think the answer is something like, start saving money, get a better job, find my soul mate, or improve my marriage. Solutions like these might offer temporary satisfaction, but none of them can provide true, lasting fulfillment or help you achieve your unique purpose in life. The Values Factor shows you how to create a life in which every minute can be inspiring and fulfilling. The first step is to identify what you find most meaningful--the values in life that are most important to you. Once you understand your own unique values and align your life accordingly, you can achieve fulfillment in every aspect of your life: deepening your loving relationships, creating an inspiring career, establishing financial freedom, and tapping into a rich spiritual life. Dr. Demartini's provocative thirteen-part questionnaire will reveal to you what you value most. The answers may surprise you! Then, each chapter of this book explains how to align every aspect of your life with your true values, so that you can finally achieve the success that you were capable of all along.
¡Vamos, Rafa!: El fenómeno Nadal: No dar nada por perdido para ganarlo todo
by Alejandro CirizaRafa Nadal, la superación de un campeón con los pies en la tierra. Rafa Nadal es considerado el mejor tenista de la historia sobre tierra batida y uno de los mejores jugadores de todos los tiempos. En este libro, el autor profundiza en la figura y en el fascinante viaje profesional del mallorquín, desde sus inicios hasta la madurez. Nadal es sinónimo de victoria, trofeos y gloria, pero al mismo tiempo, su legado significa sacrificio, constancia, respeto. Este relato incluye los pasajes triunfales de su carrera, así como las derrotas, el sufrimiento y los obstáculos del camino que han forjado a un campeón infinito e inolvidable, prototipo de una competitividad incansable y de una extraordinaria capacidad de superación. «Al final, lo más importante es ser buena gente», afirma el protagonista en uno de los encuentros con Alejandro Ciriza, que traza una completa radiografía del tenista a partir de los testimonios recopilados durante la década que ha seguido sus pasos alrededor del mundo. A las reflexiones del tenista se añaden las de otras personas de su entorno, rivales, especialistas y compañeros y compañeras del circuito que subrayan la singularidad de un deportista universal. Reseñas:«En estas páginas hay parte de historia, parte de circunstancias, de carácter, de formación y de las consecuencias de todo ello. No es una biografía al uso, aunque el hilo conductor sea la trayectoria de Rafael desde sus inicios tenísticos. Alejandro Ciriza ofrece una incursión fiable, profunda, amena y sorprendente a las entrañas del tenis y del tenista protagonista de este libro».TONI NADAL, entrenador y conferenciante, autor del prólogo Uno de los nuestros«Rafa Nadal es la personalización del ideal deportivo. Como todo héroe, desafía a sus rivales llevándolos hasta el límite, pero antes se desafía a sí mismo desde la cabeza más consistente que he visto nunca. Consistente para ignorar el cansancio, la presión, en ocasiones hasta la inferioridad técnica. Consistente para enfocarse en las cuestiones críticas del juego, para ganar el pulso psicológico con la autoridad de su bravura, para llenar la cancha de sudor, de inteligencia y de emoción. Nunca vi una competitividad más salvaje para someter a sus rivales ni una ética más ejemplar en el triunfo y en la derrota. Y, sobre todo, nunca un deportista defendió mejor mi orgullo de aficionado».JORGE VALDANO, futbolista, entrenador y conferenciante «Rafa es un referente en todos los sentidos, pero lo más impresionante de él es su mente, esa capacidad de sacrificio y esa voluntad por querer seguir aprendiendo y mejorando siempre. Gran parte de su éxito procede de su equipo y su familia, que es maravillosa y a la que tengo el placer de conocer. Le han ayudado a tener muy bien amueblada la cabeza y él siempre ha mostrado mucho respeto y admiración por ellos, lo cual dice mucho de su humildad. Es el deportista más grande de nuestro país, pero no ya solopor lo que ha conseguido, sino por cómo es como persona».ONA CARBONELL, medallista olímpica en natación sincronizada «A partir de su comportamiento, su actitud y su compromiso, Rafa es el ejemplo perfecto de lo que te aporta el deporte: sacrificio, constancia, desafío, resiliencia. También empatía y crecimiento. Él nunca ha olvidado sus raíces y se ha superado día tras día, manteniendo los pies en la tierra. A mí siempre me han cautivadolos deportistas que inspiran y Nadal es uno de ellos».JUAN CARLOS UNZUÉ, futbolista, entrenador y autor del epílogo Rafa y la escuela del deporte