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Body Work: The Radical Power of Personal Narrative
by Melissa FebosMemoir meets craft masterclass in this “daring, honest, psychologically insightful” exploration of how we think and write about intimate experiences—“a must read for anybody shoving a pen across paper or staring into a screen or a past" (Mary Karr). <p><p> In this bold and exhilarating mix of memoir and master class, Melissa Febos tackles the emotional, psychological, and physical work of writing intimately while offering an utterly fresh examination of the storyteller’s life and the questions which run through it. <p><p> How might we go about capturing on the page the relationships that have formed us? How do we write about our bodies, their desires and traumas? What does it mean for an author’s way of writing, or living, to be dismissed as “navel-gazing”—or else hailed as “so brave, so raw”? And to whom, in the end, do our most intimate stories belong? <p><p> Drawing on her own path from aspiring writer to acclaimed author and writing professor—via addiction and recovery, sex work and academia—Melissa Febos has created a captivating guide to the writing life, and a brilliantly unusual exploration of subjectivity, privacy, and the power of divulgence. Candid and inspiring, Body Work will empower readers and writers alike, offering ideas—and occasional notes of caution—to anyone who has ever hoped to see themselves in a story.
Bodyfulness: Somatic Practices for Presence, Empowerment, and Waking Up in This Life
by Christine CaldwellAs a foundation for a contemplative life, the body can both literally and metaphorically help us wake up.Breathing, sensing, and moving—the ways we know our body—carry tremendous contemplative potential, and yet, we so often move through our days unaware of or in conflict with our physical selves. In Bodyfulness, renowned somatic counselor Christine Caldwell offers a practical guide for living an embodied contemplative life, embracing whatever body we are in. Each chapter offers insights and practices that help us recover our lost physical wisdom—to integrate our bodies with mindfulness, to deal with emotions, and to develop attuned relationships. Bodyfulness inspires us to reclaim a body-centered contemplative life and challenges us to harness our potential to effect social and personal transformation in this body now.
Bohemian Magick: Witchcraft and Secret Spells to Electrify Your Life
by Veronica Varlow“The remarkable Veronica Varlow seizes life with both hands and bends it to her will. Learn from her.” —Neil GaimanIn Bohemian Magick, Veronica Varlow, the last daughter in a line of Bohemian witches, weaves together witchcraft knowledge and ancient secret spells with an exotic rock-and-roll magick style that has earned her a devoted following worldwide. This beguiling grimoire-style guide is filled with potent, never-before-revealed spells, hand-written rituals, magick ephemera, hand-drawn sigils, potions, charms, and rhyming incantations that will call your power back to you and electrify your life!With more than 150 illustrations—drawings, photography, and vintage art—and text written in her own hand, this sumptuous companion is brimming with spells for everlasting confidence, radiant self-love, healing, manifesting your dreams, and love with a desired partner. Veronica calls upon the ancient and hidden Czech-Romani magic passed down to from her grandmother Helen’s lineage and infuses it with her own signature sorcery to help you awaken and amplify your truest self. Each spell that you cast, each potion that you brew, and each chant you speak into the universe will rouse the most powerful part of your being!In Part I, The School of Spectaculus, Veronica reveals, step by step, her personally crafted steps to spellcasting with power. She shares her secrets regarding writing and preparing for spells, calling on ancestors to give your spells oomph, and writing your own badass spells. She also provides information on when to cast spells and other basics that you need to know to perform the mind-blowing rituals she introduces in Part II.In Part II, Initiations, she introduces you to the hidden magick of Bohemia. She leads you on five initiations, each focused on specific themes including self-love, sizzling confidence, healing, juicy mojo, and love.Each initiation begins with an experiential journey of discovery, a story in which you are the protagonist, whether following a trail of candles through a dark wood to a river filled with tiny message-filled paper boats or venturing into a tarot parlor on a hot, sultry night to meet a Witch who has come back from the Afterlife to help you find true love. And, of course, each initiation includes spells with a rock and roll vibe, such as:Hello, I Love You: Use mirror magick to boost your confidence and magnetism.Return to Sender: Create a magick candle and burn it upside down to protect you and send bad vibes back to where they came from.Search and Destroy: Literally pulverize the false stories you tell yourself by writing them on china plates and smash those poisonous words to bits with a hammer!Bohemian Rhapsody: A secret knot-tying spell to do with a partner to increase passion and intimacyFor each badass bewitching enchantment, Veronica explains its importance, the purpose of practice, and the necessary tools and preparation you’ll need to cast it correctly. With Bohemian Magick, you’ll discover your adventurous side and your own unique magick. Get ready to rise up, call your power back to you, realize your purpose, and make your life story truly legendary!
Boho Braids: Modern, Free-Spirited Hairstyles
by Heidi Marie Garrett Katie RossiRomantic, loose and messy (but in the nicest way!), and absolutely gorgeous, boho braids are everywhere—from celebrities on the red carpet to models on the runways, at music festivals, on fashion blogs, and in TV shows from Vikings to Game of Thrones. The look is modern, free-spirited, and fanciful, and everyone wants it! 40 tutorials offer up quick and pretty hair for everyday, as well as looks you can wear on special occasions. Herringbone pigtails and tiny braided headbands with loose beach waves? Got 'em both. Loose milkmaid and stacked braids? Covered. Half up fauxhawk braid? That, too. The styles are completely do-it-yourself, and full-color photos show you every step of the way. Each tutorial also includes photos for stunning accessories that take the style to the next level, as well as variations. All the looks in Boho Braids are playful, contemporary, laid back—and totally achievable.
Bold: 212 Charisma and Small Talk Tips to Engage, Charm and Leave a Lasting Impression
by Irvin FinauLearn how to be charismatic from a book with charisma Being charismatic is the holy grail of personality skills. But charisma is also one of the most challenging traits to develop and hone. Unlike other books on charisma, BOLD doesn't tell you who to be. It tells you what to do and shows you how to do it. BOLD features a comprehensive and actually habit-forming list of tips, tricks and techniques that will turn you into a social genius, a master of the conversation, and an expert in attracting other people's praise. And with its visual format and use of cartoons, jokes, and quotes, you will enjoy coming back to it again and again as you become the very definition of charisma.
Bold Move: A 3-step plan to transform anxiety into power
by Dr Luana MarquesTurn your anxiety into strength with Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques' 3-step method to living boldly - her clinically-proven approach inspires patients from CEOs to at-risk teens.Bold Move is Dr. Marques' unique, tried and tested method to get you out of your rut and find the courage to create a more confident and meaningful life. Dr. Marques understands anxiety. After decades of research, teaching and clinical practice, she realized that the coping techniques she learned from her mother and grandmother while growing up in poverty in Brazil mimicked science-based CBT therapy. Now, she has synthesized that knowledge, developing a 3-step path that works for everyone - from teens in crisis to executives experiencing burnout. By pinpointing the anxiety at the root of avoidance Dr Marques shows how you can overcome it and achieve your goals.Bold Move includes concrete examples and exercises backed by the most recent clinical and scientific research. The 3-step plan:- Helps you recognize thinking patterns that leave you feeling tense, anxious, and worried- Outlines the many forms that avoidance can take, including seeking comfort from others- Explains the importance of being your own 'thought lawyer- 'Shows you why 'just do it' doesn't get it done.- Strategizes how you can build on your values to establish boundaries and make room for your dreams.Bold Move is a groundbreaking, transformative programme that works for everyone - for practitioners and, most notably, those dealing with mental health challenges from underserved communities who have been overlooked and neglected for too long.(P) 2023 HarperCollins Publishers
Bold Move: A 3-step plan to transform anxiety into power
by Dr Luana MarquesBold Move is Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques' unique, tried and tested method to get you out of your rut and find the courage to create a more confident and meaningful life. Dr. Marques understands anxiety. After decades of research, teaching and clinical practice, she realized that the coping techniques she learned from her mother and grandmother while growing up in poverty in Brazil mimicked science-based CBT therapy. Now, she has synthesized that knowledge, developing a 3-step path that works for everyone - from teens in crisis to executives experiencing burnout. By pinpointing the anxiety at the root of avoidance Dr Marques shows how you can overcome it and achieve your goals.Bold Move includes concrete examples and exercises backed by the most recent clinical and scientific research. The 3-step plan:- Helps you recognize thinking patterns that leave you feeling tense, anxious, and worried- Outlines the many forms that avoidance can take, including seeking comfort from others- Explains the importance of being your own 'thought lawyer- 'Shows you why 'just do it' doesn't get it done.- Strategizes how you can build on your values to establish boundaries and make room for your dreams.Bold Move is a groundbreaking, transformative programme that works for everyone - for practitioners and, most notably, those dealing with mental health challenges from underserved communities who have been overlooked and neglected for too long.
Bold Move: A 3-Step Plan to Transform Anxiety into Power
by Dr. Luana Marques"If you’re timid when you should be tough and resigned when you should be resolute, this book is the antidote. Drawing on her own life story along with a stack of research, Dr. Luana Marques will help you break free from limiting patterns and create a life of meaning and purpose.”— Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times bestseller author of Drive, When, and The Power of Regret Turn your anxiety into strength with Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques’ 3-step method to living boldly—her clinically-proven approach inspires her clients from CEOs to at-risk teens and echoes lessons learned growing up in challenging circumstances in Brazil.Bold Move is Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques’ unique, tried and tested method to get you out of your rut and give you the courage to create a more confident and meaningful life. Dr. Luana pinpoints the anxiety at the root of avoidance and shows you how to overcome it and achieve your goals.Dr. Luana understands anxiety. After decades of research, teaching, and clinical practice, she realized that the coping techniques she learned from her mother and grandmother while growing up in challenging circumstances in Brazil mimicked science-based CBT therapy. Now, she has synthesized that knowledge, developing a 3-step path that works for everyone—from teens in crisis to executives experiencing burnout.Bold Move includes concrete examples and exercises backed by the most recent clinical and scientific research. Dr. Luana’s 3-step plan:· Helps you recognize thinking patterns that leave you feeling tense, anxious, and worried· Outlines the many forms that avoidance can take· Explains the importance of being your own “thought lawyer”· Shows you why “just do it” doesn’t get it done.· Strategizes how you can build on your values to establish boundaries and make room for your dreamsA blend of Unwinding Anxiety, Don’t Believe Everything You Think, and Do Hard Things, Bold Move is a groundbreaking, transformative program that works for everyone. This book will be invaluable for people looking to jumpstart their dreams and for clinicians working with a diverse client community.
Bold Move \ Vivir con audacia (Spanish edition): 3 pasos para convertir la ansiedad en tu superpoder
by Dr. Luana Marques«Mi equipo y yo hemos presentado extensamente a la Dra. Luana Marques tanto en el podcast como en nuestra aplicación. En cada ocasión, a la audiencia le ha encantado. Luana conoce la ansiedad desde adentro y es capaz de guiarte fuera de ella con tacto y compasión. Estoy seguro de que este libro involucrará a los lectores y los ayudará». —Dan Harris, autor bestseller de 10 % más feliz.Transforma tu ansiedad en fuerza con el método de tres pasos para vivir con valentía de la psicoterapeuta Dra. Luana Marques, profesora en la Universidad de Harvard. Su acercamiento, comprobado por la clínica, inspira a sus pacientes, desde gerentes hasta adolescentes arriesgados, y les transmite las lecciones que aprendió en Brazil mientras crecía en la pobreza. El movimiento audaz es el método de la Dra. Luana Marques, único, probado y comprobado, para sacarte de tu estancamiento y encontrar el valor para crear una vida llena de autoconfianza y sentido. Luana ubica la ansiedad en la raíz de la evasión, y enseña a superarla y alcanzar tus metas.La Dra. Luana entiende la ansiedad. Después de décadas de investigación, enseñanza y práctica clínica, se dio cuenta de que las técnicas para salir adelante que aprendió de su madre y de su abuela mientras crecía en la pobreza en Brasil imitaban la terapia CBT probada por la ciencia. Ahora, sintetiza ese conocimiento mediante el desarrollo de un proceso de tres pasos que funciona para todos: desde los adolescentes en crisis hasta los ejecutivos que sufren de agotamiento.El movimiento audaz brinda ejemplos concretos y ejercicios fundados en la investigación científica y clínica más reciente. “My team and I have featured Dr. Luana Marques prominently both on our podcast and our app. Each time, the audience has loved it. Luana knows anxiety from the inside and can smoothly and compassionately guide you out of it. I’m quite confident this book will engage readers and help them.”—Dan Harris, bestselling author of 10% HappierTurn your anxiety into strength with Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques’ 3-step method to living boldly—her clinically-proven approach that inspires patients from CEOs to at-risk teens and echoes lessons learned growing up in poverty in Brazil.Bold Move is Harvard-based psychotherapist Dr. Luana Marques’ unique, tried and tested method to get you out of your rut and find the courage to create a more confident and meaningful life. Dr. Luana pinpoints the anxiety at the root of avoidance and shows how you can overcome it and achieve your goals.Dr. Luana understands anxiety. After decades of research, teaching, and clinical practice, she realized that the coping techniques she learned from her mother and grandmother while growing up in poverty in Brazil mimicked science-based CBT therapy. Now, she has synthesized that knowledge, developing a 3-step path that works for everyone—from teens in crisis to executives experiencing burnout.Bold Move includes concrete examples and exercises backed by the most recent clinical and scientific research. Dr. Luana’s 3-step plan:Helps you recognize thinking patterns that leave you feeling tense, anxious, and worriedOutlines the many forms that avoidance can take, including seeking comfort from othersExplains the importance of being your own “thought lawyer” Shows you why “just do it” doesn’t get it done.Strategizes how you can build on your values to establish boundaries and make room for your dreams.
Bold Pursuit: A 90- Day Devotional for Men Seeking the Heart of God
by Daniel MaritzAt the core of every man's true purpose and lasting success is a singular pursuit: seeking the heart of God. This practical, easy-to-use devotional equips men--in just a few minutes each day--to pursue God and build a life-changing relationship with him.Every man yearns for a life of meaning and purpose. Every man wants to use his strengths and abilities to achieve something that matters. But no pursuit compares with seeking--and finding--God himself. And yet, many Christians struggle to find the time and resources to connect meaningfully with God in this age of busyness and distraction.This devotional is here to help. In this accessible devotional, popular Bible teacher and YouTuber Daniel Maritz equips men with the tools they need to start their day right. Each daily reading combines a Bible passage with a short devotional that speaks to the issues and questions men face, providing spiritual strength, encouragement, and inspiration. And the application section features prayer prompts, reflection questions, or action items to bring focus and purpose to each day.Maritz makes it simple and straightforward to develop the vital habits ofhearing from God through scripture by providing clear, accessible teachings on some of the most powerful and meaningful passages of the Bible;connecting with God at a deeper level through prayer;overcoming distractions to prioritize a closer walk with Jesus; andabiding in Christ to produce the fruit of the Spirit at all times. Maritz reminds men that of all the things they could be pursuing--success, status, power, relationships, or any number of worldly goods--only one pursuit truly matters: becoming a spiritual man of God. Only through walking with God daily, in both the good and the difficult times, can men discover their true joy and purpose.
Bolder: Making the Most of Our Longer Lives
by Carl HonoreCarl Honoré captured the zeitgeist with his international bestseller, In Praise of Slow. Now he tackles another rising global movement: our revolutionary new approach to a human inevitability--ageing. A revolution in how we age is on its way. Yes, ageing is inevitable: one year from now we will all be a year older; that will never change. What can and will change is how we age--and how we can all take a much bolder approach to doing it with vigour and joy. The time has come to cast off prejudices and to blur the lines of what is possible and permissible at every stage of life. In other words: we need to learn to re-imagine our approach to later life. Emboldening ourselves in older age demands big structural changes. For a start, we will have to tear up the old script that locks us into devoting the early part of our life to education, the middle chunk to working and raising kids, and whatever is left over at the end to leisure. In an age-inappropriate world, these silos will dissolve. We'll embrace the idea that we can carry on learning from start to finish; that we can work less and devote more time to family, leisure, and giving back to our communities in our middle years; and that we can remain active and engaged in our later years. Carl Honoré has travelled the globe speaking to influential figures who are bucking preconceived notions of age, whether at work or in their personal lives. He looks at the cultural, medical, and technological developments that are opening new possibilities for us all. Bolder is a radical re-think of our approach to everything from education, healthcare and work, to design, relationships and politics. An essential and inspiring read for everyone interested in our collective future.
Boldly Belong: The Power of Being You In a Disabling Society
by Julie HarrisReject the common beliefs around disability to cultivate self-acceptance, regain control, and navigate the path to genuine belonging. In Boldly Belong: The Power of Prioritizing You in a Disabling Society, dedicated disability inclusion advocate and process improvement specialist Julie Harris delivers an actionable guide for those navigating life with disabilities. It is a practical roadmap to belonging that challenges the unjust societal shame and stigmas that shape our beliefs of disability and ourselves. The book includes reflective exercises and practical strategies to incorporate the mindset of acceptance into everyday life. The author accepts the idea of limitations caused by disability as a neutral fact, rather than as a negative or positive, and shows us how to use limitations as parameters to accept and work within, rather than resist or reframe. In the book, you'll learn why self-acceptance, rather than trying to fit in or unrealistic, positive reframing, is the key to belonging. You'll also discover: How accepting your limitations, needs, and true self can lead to profound growth and possibility New insights that help you to question and deconstruct the harmful beliefs you've always been told to be true about you and your disability How to identify who you are and finally believe that you are enough Strategies for self-advocacy that effectively further your interests in a wide variety of settings and circumstances Perfect for people from all over the world who have a body or brain that works differently, Boldly Belong is also an essential read for business, academic, military, and athletic leaders who want to understand more about disability and cultivate disability inclusive environments that promote belonging.
Boldly Go: Reflections on a Life of Awe and Wonder
by William ShatnerThe beloved star of Star Trek, recent space traveler, and living legend William Shatner reflects on the interconnectivity of all things, our fragile bond with nature, and the joy that comes from exploration with &“the insights he&’s gleaned over his long, productive life&” (Booklist) in this inspiring, revelatory, and exhilarating collection of essays.Long before Gene Roddenberry put him on a starship to explore the galaxy, long before he actually did venture to space, William Shatner was gripped by his own quest for knowledge and meaning. Though his eventful life has been nothing short of extraordinary, Shatner is still never so thrilled as when he experiences something that inspires him to simply say, &“Wow.&” Within these affecting, entertaining, and informative essays, he demonstrates that astonishing possibilities and true wonder are all around us. By revealing stories of his life—some delightful, others tragic—Shatner reflects on what he has learned along the way to his ninth decade and how important it is to apply the joy of exploration to our own lives. &“A refreshingly self-aware portrait of a man determined to live every moment to the fullest&” (Publishers Weekly), Boldly Go is an unputdownable celebration of all that our miraculous universe holds for us.
Boldly I Come: Praying According to God’s Word
by Kofi Acheampong“Let us therefore come BOLDLY unto the throne of grace…” Hebrews 4:16Prayer connects us with supernatural, God-given power for unshakeable faith and victory over defeat in everyday life. It is the bridge to a life of perpetual victory; a spiritual weapon capable of overcoming evil and changing our world.Using twelve Biblical benefits of prayer, Evangelist Kofi Acheampong introduces the authority granted to us through prayer.Specific prayer points show how to pray for the real-world concerns of everyday life.Through teaching and example, prepare to stir-up and unleash power and boldness in prayer as you’ve never witnessed before.It’s time to come BOLDLY unto the throne of grace!
Bolt Action: Armies of Germany
by Warlord GamesHitler's Nazi German blitzkrieg swept across Poland, Norway, Denmark, France, Yugoslavia, Greece, North Africa, and Russia with Panzers, Stukas, Fallschirmjaeger, infantry, and artillery. This book provides Bolt Action players with all of the information they need to field the military forces of Nazi Germany. Detailed army lists allow players to construct German armies for any theatre and any year of the war, including the early campaigns in Poland and France, the dusty tank war in the North African desert, the bloody battles on the Eastern Front, and the final defence of Normandy, occupied France and Germany itself. With dozens of different unit types including Fallschirmjager, Waffen-SS, and the dreaded Tiger tank, players can assemble a huge variety of troops with which to battle their opponents.
Bond of Brothers: Connecting with Other Men Beyond Work, Weather and Sports
by Wes Yoder“The perfect conversation for men with little to say can be summed up in eight words: 'Can you believe the weather at that game?'” Author Wes Yoder’s words are humorous. Yet beyond the sports and weather chatter and silence that characterize many male conversations, there is brokenness. Emptiness. Shame. That’s not funny. For Yoder, addressing the problem is not about planting the flag for one’s manhood by joining a mass movement for men, nor is it necessary for men to “sire a herd or shoot a moose to authenticate their manhood.” Yoder calls disappointed, disenchanted, and lonely men to authenticity. To rediscover joy. To find satisfaction. In Bond of Brothers, men will discover: - Why your career and performance at work are not your identity - How to defeat the fears that come to a man in the “Tough Years" - What to do when you are too worried to forgive or too power-hungry to smile - Why spiritual friendships are the central, life-giving core of all healthy relationships among men Being present to comfort, to love, to listen, to take a step toward Jesus together in our brokenness … that is the essence of friendship, Yoder writes. When we invite Jesus into our shared brokenness, he can do the work of remaking what is left of the mess we have made of ourselves. Begin a journey toward authenticity and your true identity here!
Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships with Dogs
by Suzanne ClothierAkin to Monty Roberts's The Man Who Listens to Horses and going light-years beyond The Hidden Life of Dogs, this extraordinary book takes a radical new direction in understanding our life with canines and offers us astonishing new lessons about our pets. From changing the misbehaviors and habits that upset us, to seeing the world from their unique and natural perspective, to finding a deep connection with another being, BONES WOULD RAIN FROM THE SKY will help you receive an incomparable gift: a profound, lifelong relationship with the dog you love.
Bonjour, Happiness!: Secrets to Finding Your Joie de Vivre
by Jamie Cat CallanFrench women didn't invent happiness. But they know a thing or two about joie de vivre--being alive to each delicious moment.As a young girl, Jamie Cat Callan was fascinated by her French grandmother. Though she had little money, Jamie's grand-mère ate well, dressed well, and took joy in simple, everyday pleasures. As Jamie journeyed through France as an adult, she gained more insight into the differences between French and American women. French women--whether doctors, shop owners, or housewives--don't worry about being thin enough, young enough, or accomplished enough. They age gracefully and celebrate their bodies. They know how to balance their lives--to love food without overeating, to work hard but not too much, to relish friends and family, and still make time for themselves. Now Jamie draws on everything French women have taught her and shows you how to:Buy and consume less--and enjoy moreLook like a million Euros on a few francsFind time to be aloneFlirt à la françaiseRediscover your own mysteryPerfection isn't attainable, but happiness always is. And this uplifting, revelatory book shows every woman how to embrace it--and savor it.
Bonjour Laziness
by Corinne MaierYour company wants you to be loyal. You should feel lucky-after all, your job is a privilege (think of all those who would like to have it). And you know (despite what you've read about Enron and WorldCom) that management has your best interests at heart. Your goal is to devote yourself to the pursuit of corporate profit, make your company number one, and reap the benefits of its success. Or is there something else you want to do with your life? Bonjour Laziness dares to ask whether you really have a stake in the corporate sweepstakes, whether professional mobility is anything but an opiate. It shows you how to become impervious to manipulation and escape the implacable law of usefulness. In short, this book explains why it is in your best interest to work as little as possible.
Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex
by Mary RoachA New York Times Bestseller "Rich in dexterous innuendo, laugh-out-loud humor and illuminating fact. It’s compulsively readable." —Los Angeles Times Book ReviewIn Bonk, the best-selling author of Stiff turns her outrageous curiosity and insight on the most alluring scientific subject of all: sex. Can a person think herself to orgasm? Why doesn't Viagra help women—or, for that matter, pandas? Can a dead man get an erection? Is vaginal orgasm a myth? Mary Roach shows us how and why sexual arousal and orgasm—two of the most complex, delightful, and amazing scientific phenomena on earth—can be so hard to achieve and what science is doing to make the bedroom a more satisfying place.
The Bonobo Sisterhood: Revolution Through Female Alliance
by Diane RosenfeldForeword by Ashley Judd“Rosenfeld’s tour-de-force takes the power of female alliances to a higher level, giving us a road map for a new vision of women’s equality through the relationships and bonds we form among one another. The gift of this book is that it gives us hope.”—Valerie Jarrett, New York Times bestselling author of Finding My Voice, and former senior advisor to President Barack ObamaThe Bonobo Sisterhood is a revolutionary call to action for women and their allies to protect one another from patriarchal violence. Internationally recognized legal expert Diane L. Rosenfeld introduces us to a groundbreaking new model of female solidarity; one that promises to thwart sexual coercion.Urgent, timely, and original, The Bonobo Sisterhood harnesses the power of the #MeToo movement into a road map for sex equality in humans. Our closest evolutionary cousins, the bonobos have a unique social order in which the females protect one another from male aggression. The takeaway? Evolutionarily, bonobos have eliminated sexual coercion and enjoy a more peaceful, cooperative, and playful existence. We have much to learn from them.Rosenfeld explores the implications of the bonobo model for human societies and systems of governance. How did law develop to elude women’s rights so consistently? What difference does it make that we live in a patriarchal democracy? And what do bonobos have to offer as living proof that patriarchy is not inevitable? Most important, how can women break down barriers among themselves to unleash their power as a unified force? Rosenfeld has answers.The Bonobo Sisterhood takes us through real-life stories from the courtroom to the classroom and beyond, charting a new vision of a collective self-defense among women and their allies. It offers an action plan accessible to everyone immediately. This is an open invitation to anyone who wants to challenge the status quo. It starts with the power inherent in each of us knowing that we have selves worth defending, and awakening that power for ourselves and for our sisters. We now have a new model for real change, Rosenfeld reminds us. It’s time to use it.The Bonobo Sisterhood forges a path to create and discover a new meaning of equality, liberty, and justice for all.
Boo!!: Ghosts I Have(n't) Loved
by Najla MadyBOO!! is a collection of true ghost stories by Najla Mady, Canada’s very own ghostbuster. From voodoo rituals, infant possession, to the antics of gentle, benign spirits, including the famous love affair of Captain Swayze from the War of 1812, who entertained many a guest at the Angel Inn at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Najla recites here a few of her more entertaining ghostly encounters. Najla Mady has been much courted by the media. On her own weekly TV show, A Psychic Hour with Najla, she predicted the assassination of Anwar Sadat. When she is not doing personal counselling, she exorcizes ghosts from homes and other places. EXORCIZES GHOSTS??! Is that the activity of a sane, rational personality, you might ask? Anyone who has had the delight of working with Najla will describe a most down-to-earth person. No dippy, chanting, star-gazing fanatic, this woman. BOO!! represents a departure for most of the literature available in this genre because it is not sensationalist. Najla’s single purpose is to help demystify the world of parapsychology for us ordinary folk who live only (and perhaps regrettably) in the obvious, physical realm.
The Book: On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are
by Alan WattsA revelatory primer on what it means to be human and a mind-opening manual of initiation into the central mystery of existence, by &“perhaps the foremost interpreter of Eastern disciplines for the contemporary West" (Los Angeles Times). At the root of human conflict is our fundamental misunderstanding of who we are. The illusion that we are isolated beings, unconnected to the rest of the universe, has led us to view the &“outside&” world with hostility, and has fueled our misuse of technology and our violent and hostile subjugation of the natural world. To help us understand that the self is in fact the root and ground of the universe, Alan Watts provides us with a much-needed answer to the problem of personal identity, distilling and adapting the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta.
The Book: 5 Days to Change Your Life Forever
by Keki C. DarbaryIn 5 Days to Change Your Life Forever by Keki C. Darbary, the author, a certified NLP Master Trainer, unravels the transformative power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) through engaging narratives and practical exercises. This book invites readers on a five-day journey to unlock their potential by reprogramming their minds for success, happiness, and fulfillment. Featuring relatable characters representing diverse life challenges—from career stagnation to personal growth—the book uses a conversational style to make complex concepts accessible. Readers are guided step-by-step, equipped with actionable techniques to reshape limiting beliefs, overcome obstacles, and design the life they desire. Blending science, anecdotes, and actionable insights, the book is both a guide and an inspiration for anyone ready to take control of their destiny.
The Book About Getting Older: The essential comforting guide to ageing with wise advice for the highs and lows
by Lucy PollockThe honest, compassionate and vital guide to getting older, from dementia to finances, medication to care homes'The most important book about the second half of your life you'll ever read. I wish everyone in the UK could be under Dr Lucy's care' SANDI TOKSVIG'This warm and compassionate book gets to the heart of older age' THE BRITISH GERIATRICS SOCIETY________Now more than ever, we need to talk about getting older.Many of us are living to a very great age. But how do we give those we love, and eventually ourselves, long lives that are as happy and healthy as possible?Dr Lucy's book gives us answers to the questions we can voice - and those that we can't. This essential guide will guide you through those important conversations around growing older, answering every question you might have, including:· How do we start the conversation?· How do we ask whether it's worth taking seven different medicines?· Is it normal to find you're falling out of love with someone, as they disappear into dementia?· Should Dad be driving, and if not, who can stop him?· What are the secrets of the best care homes?· When does fierce independence become bad behaviour?· How do you navigate near-impossible discussions around resuscitation and intensity of treatments?· And who decides what happens when we become ill?Serious, funny, kind and knowledgeable, this readable book helps guide us through essential conversations about getting older that go straight to the heart of what matters most.