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By Susannah Seton. 2007
A cornucopia of gardening tips, recipes, crafts, gift ideas, stories, and more from the author of Simple Pleasure of the…
Kitchen. &“May All Your Weeds Be Wildflowers,&” reads author Susannah Seton&’s garden plaque, and in Every Garden Is a Story, she teaches how to grow your own wildflower meadow and offers advice on how to keep all the fresh cut flowers from the meadow lasting even longer. She reminds us of a whimsical childhood with accounts of Ghost Gardens and the gathering of Fairy Bouquets, and she awakens us gently with the reminder to detoxify your garden and be kind to the giving Earth.Every Garden Is a Story shows us just how much we can learn from our gardens. From Seton&’s stories about her father&’s quest for a seven-headed sweet pea to tales cancer survival to magical portraits of moon gardens, this book takes us on our own journey down the garden path. Each passage offers something special, like details on how to care for ourselves and our loved ones by caring for our Earth, plus tips, recipes, crafts, and ideas for gifts that keep giving back. There&’s even an extensive resource section of garden centers, online seed catalogs, and recommended reading!By Stephen R. Covey. 2015
#1 Amazon Best Seller!What are the habits of successful people?The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People has captivated readers for…
25 years. It has transformed the lives of Presidents and CEOs, educators, parents, and students — in short, millions of people of all ages and occupations have benefited from Dr. Covey's 7 Habits book. And, it can transform you. This twenty-fifth anniversary edition of Stephen Covey’s cherished classic commemorates the timeless wisdom and power of the 7 Habits book, and does it in a highly readable and understandable, interactive format. This updated interactive edition of Dr. Stephen R. Covey’s most famous work includes: • videos • easy to understand infographics • self-tests • and more What are the habits of successful people? This interactive 7 Habits book guides you through each habit step-by-step: • Habit 1: Be Proactive • Habit 2: Begin With The End In Mind • Habit 3: Put First Things First • Habit 4: Think Win-Win • Habit 5: Seek First To Understand Then Be Understood • Habit 6: Synergize • Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw Dr. Covey's 7 Habits book is one of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written. Now you can enjoy and learn critical lessons about the habits of successful people that will enrich your life's experience. And, it's in an interactive format that makes it easy for you to learn and apply Dr. Covey's habits of successful people.#1 New Release in Biology of Reptiles & Amphibians and in Taoism - Explore the Bond Between Humans and AnimalsBe…
a part of it-2020 is Designated “Year of the Turtle” by Zoological and Conservation Organizations.Turtle Planet is a work of philosophical fact and fiction by ordained Daoist Monk Yun Rou. This beautifully written work of thought deeply explores the bond between humans and animals?the wisdom they teach us, the wounds they can heal, and the role we play in their destruction.A Daoist focus on personal cultivation, environmental conservation, and political and social justice. Daoist Monk Yun Rou received his academic education at Yale, Cornell, and the University of California and was ordained a Daoist monk at the Chun Yang (Pure Yang) Taoist Temple in Guangzhou, China. Drawing on fifty years of loving and husbanding turtles, from the car-sized giant Leatherback turtle to the Central Asian tortoise, Monk Yun Rou sounds the alarm of what climate change, global extinction, human intervention, and environmental devastation really mean to their worlds and to ours.See the world through the eyes of turtles. Turtle Planet renders the wonders and suffering of the natural world through the eyes of eighteen exotic turtles. An informational glossary and description of each turtle at the end of the book is provided as a bonus gift to readers.If you have read and learned from books such as H is for Hawk, The Soul of an Octopus, or Ishmael; you will be moved by Turtle Planet, a must for any reader who loves nature, cherishes animals, and celebrates ideas.By Daphne Rose Kingma. 2012
Who Better to Love You Than You?It’s time to stop feeling like we’re not enough. We’re either too fat or…
too thin. We're not good enough, pretty enough, popular enough, powerful enough, bold enough, brave enough, interesting enough... The solution? More self-love.Know yourself. Bestselling author and psychotherapist, Daphne Rose Kingma, offers a four-step plan to reclaim and love ourselves. Complete with stories and examples to drown out the inner critic, When You Think You’re Not Enough sets out to remind us that we’re more than enough.Be nice to yourself. If we’re being honest, we don’t take ourselves much into consideration. Acceptance, appreciation, respect, compassion… we reserve these virtues for others. Daphne reminds us that we need these to feel good too. It is only after we foster these in ourselves that we can apply it to a greater purpose.Inside, she’ll encourage you to love who you are, and look at and let go of:Self-deprecating behaviors and beliefsOld patterns and pressuresImaginary ideals and standardsIf you’re ready to start loving yourself, and enjoyed books like, I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn't), More Than Enough, or You Are Enough, then you’ll love When You Think You're Not Enough.By Nita Sweeney. 2019
&“Sweeney&’s courage and grit shine through her candid memoir . . . This book has the power to inspire countless others as they…
pace themselves to mental health.&” ―Aimee Liu, author of Gaining: The Truth About Life After Eating Disorders Before she discovered running, Nita Sweeney was forty-nine years old, chronically depressed, occasionally manic, and unable to jog for more than sixty seconds at a time. Using exercise, Nita discovered an inner strength she didn&’t know she possessed, and with the help of her canine companion, she found herself on the way to completing her first marathon. In her memoir, Sweeney shares how she overcame emotional and physical challenges to finish the race and come back from the brink. Anyone who has struggled with depression knows the ways the mind can defeat you. However, it is possible to transform yourself with the power of running. You may learn that you can endure more than you think, and that there&’s no other therapy quite like pavement beneath your feet.Depression Hates a Moving Target is a witty and poignant story of rediscovery. Whether you&’re born to run or just looking for rebirth, you will: · Be inspired by the powerful story of one woman—and her dog · Cheer on Nita as she endures the challenges of a marathon and a mind in turmoil · Discover the power of running to overcome obstacles Winner of the Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of AmericaFlorence Scovel Shinn taught generations of readers how to live richer, fuller lives with her four empowering classics: The Game…
of Life and How to Play It; Your Word Is Your Wand; The Secret Door to Success; and The Power of the Spoken Word. This volume collects all four of those works, offering a wealth of affirmations and real-life success stories. Self-improvement expert Norman Vincent Peale praised Shinn's works as essential guides, helping readers to "find prosperity, solve problems, and have better health."By Susannah Seton, Robert Taylor, David Greer. 1996
The Art of Living Well Year-RoundAn abundant sourcebook of ideas, inspirational quotes, recipes, and activities, Simple Pleasures shows you how to appreciate…
the simple things that make up your daily life.Secrets to happiness. Happiness in today’s frantic world is to learn how to enjoy less than we can afford. Rediscover the pleasures our grandparents knew when life was quieter and slower. When children without TVs knew how to amuse themselves. When pleasures were made not bought and enjoyed all the more because of it. From the recipe for a homemade herbal bath to quick and easy recommendations for an instant room makeover, the suggestions collected in this book offer a new appreciation for the everyday activities that nurture and comfort you.Self-care made easy. Organized seasonally and full of touching stories, practical tips, and dozens of satisfying crafts, Simple Pleasures is both a guide to and a celebration of the art of living well. Inside, find self-care tips and learn how to:Make your own perfume and body lotionCreate old fashioned sachetsBake the world’s best cookiesIf you enjoyed other books in the Simple Pleasures series by Susannah Seton such as 365 Simple Pleasures, Simple Pleasures of the Home, and Simple Pleasures for the Holidays or books like The More or Less Definitive Guide to Self-Care, The Self Care Prescription, or The Spirit Almanac, you’ll love 365 Simple Pleasures.Gagner la culture en milieu de travailUn guide pratique pour tous ceux qui cherchent à créer un avantage compétitif dans…
n'importe quelle taille et type d'organisation en mettant en place un efficace efficace auprès des experts en amélioration de performance de FranklinCovey.By Paul F. Gerrard. 2017
Don't Just Be Good - You Can Be Great!Optimum Drive is the complete step-by-step guide to maximizing human performance in any…
endeavor you choose to conquerAttaining peak performance. Optimum Drive is a motivational book that uses top level race car driving as a metaphor for peak performance. As a professional racing driver and a driving coach for over 20 years, author Paul F. Gerrard gives you his unique perspective on what causes people to stagnate with the idea of being merely good, when each of us has the potential to be great. Gerrard believes that peak performance is within our grasp. He lays out his step-by-step process for attaining peak performance with detailed nuance threaded throughout. If you have ever been curious about maximizing your own ultimate potential, Optimum Drive is for you!Mental toughness. Greatness is as hard to quantify as it is to achieve…probably not a coincidence. In this book, Optimum Drive, professional driver Gerrard helps you understand the mental toughness that it takes to reach that greatness. He starts off by taking you onto the track as he explores what driving at 200 mph can teach us about who we are. Using his experiences from behind the wheel at death-defying speeds, Gerrard breaks down the psychology of driving, what it takes, and how we can use it to achieve greatness in life.Flow psychology and staying in the zone. The key to the mental toughness that Gerrard believes it takes to achieve peak performance is the nirvana-like sensation of flow psychology or being in the zone. Flow psychology, or being in the zone, is a mental state in which one who is performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and joy. It is through flow psychology that Gerrard introduces a blend of holistic mindset combined with a competitive edge, which is essential to successful professional driving. This mix of guts, tenacity and endurance is the foundation of Gerrard’s philosophy for attaining greatness.Why you should read Optimum DriveThis book is not just about learning how to drive race cars. Use it for anything.Auto Racing (by far the richest sport in the world) has invested more money evaluating human performance than any other sport.Optimum Drive is a step-by-step guide to unlock your hidden potential.Former Top Gear US Stig, Paul F. Gerrard has taught and refined his principles for over 20 years with thousands of successful students.Your Guide to Finding True LoveThe keys to attracting love. In this eye-opening and wisdom-packed book by best-selling author Daphne Rose…
Kingma, readers discover that the search for true love starts within themselves. Kingma expresses the necessity of inner work before we can be ready to welcome and attract outside love. It is through first committing to spiritual and emotional preparation, Kingma shares, that we will learn how to be happy and discover the true love of our lives.A detailed four-part discussion. “Love Doctor” Kingma highlights four qualities necessary to finding true love. She devotes a section of the book to each quality—faith, trust, intention, and surrender—and thoroughly unpacks them, examining both the spiritual and emotional attitudes required for each. By adopting these qualities, we prepare ourselves to find the love that awaits us.Answers for everyone looking for love. At its heart, this book is a guide for finding your way to the love you deserve. Whether you’ve been single and searching for love for longer than you’d like, or you’re tried and failed your hand at love one too many times, this is the book for you. Kingma comes to her readers as both a relationship expert and compassionate guide ready to provide answers as to why you haven’t found fulfilling relationships yet—and give you the tools to do so.Check out Daphne Rose Kingma’s Finding True Love and discover…A comprehensive how-to for finding the love you’re seekingSensible steps and advice that will challenge and motivate youThe keys to gaining an intimate relationship in your lifeReaders of books such as Calling in “The One”, How to Be Single and Happy, or All the Rules will enjoy Kingma’s Finding True Love.By Dawna Markova. 2000
The author of I Will Not Die an Unlived Life shares inspiring thoughts to help you awaken to blessing of…
your life in this gorgeously photographed volume.A Ph.D. educator, Dawna Markova travels the world working with individuals, schools, and Fortune 500 companies. While coaching people on systems thinking and how to revolutionize the way children are taught, she also teaches people the most important lesson anyone can learn: how to live with heart and mind wide open to all of life’s possibilities.Twenty years ago, Dawna Markova discovered these eternal truths when she faced a life-threatening illness and began a journey of rediscovery. This book follows her path to finding deeper meaning in life. In thirty luminous lessons and passages, Markova encourages us to learn from our wounds, find our gifts, celebrate our values, and live our dreams — to live on purpose and with passion.By David Lacasa. 2021
The first choice of aspiring guitar makers for more than 30 years For some, it is not enough to buy…
a guitar—the challenge of designing and hand-making a unique, customized instrument is the dream. Since 1986, these people have turned to one book: Make Your Own Electric Guitar. Written in a clear, relaxed style, it covers every facet of guitar design and construction, as well as electronic theory and practice, and full woodworking and wiring techniques—all supported with plenty of photos and diagrams. Now in a revised and expanded third edition, Make Your Own Electric Guitar will enable any musician or enthusiast with basic woodworking skills to create a uniquely valuable instrument.By Sarah Duenwald, Nancy McSharry Jensen. 2021
The 45 percent of American women who take career breaks know better than anyone that searching for a job—with its new modes…
of communication, new rules of discoverability, and new expectations—has changed rapidly in the last decade. This book lays out a clear path for anyone ready to re-enter the workforce.On the job hunt? Don&’t just polish your resume—you better make sure your LinkedIn profile is updated. And, if you aren&’t getting responses from recruiters, chances are it&’s, because the robots aren&’t selecting your profile because it's missing pertinent keywords. And, by the way, dress codes have changed and you&’ll need to know new technologies such as Slack and Google+ Hangouts. Got it? For many women re-entering the workforce after a career break, the job search world is a disorienting, confusing, and overwhelming place. Getting started is much easier when you know what the first step should be.In Back to Business, career coaching and re-entry experts Nancy McSharry Jensen and Sarah Duenwald have put together a guide for women returning to the workplace.Easy to understand and easy to put into practice, Back to Business teaches you how to: Identify and talk about what you want, taking into account what you&’ve been up to while on break. Understand your personal brand, both in-person and online, and how your skills translate to the career you are looking for. Become professionally relevant and gain confidence in your ability to return to the paid workforce. Look for job opportunities while being productive and intentional with your time. The authors understand through first-hand experience the anxiety of returning to work. They have helped hundreds of women facing the job search process to overcome the anxiety of what is often overwhelming life change.By Kinder Kinder. 2007
A spine–chilling first novel loosely based on the author's real–life relationship with a convicted murderer, An Absolute Gentleman delves, with…
subtlety and tremendous psychological insight, into a serial killer's mind.Meet Arthur Bloom: charming guy, small–town English professor, struggling writer, and occasional murderer. In this beautifully articulated debut novel, R. M. Kinder brilliantly channels Arthur's voice to reveal the aberrant thought processes of a surprisingly sympathetic serial killer. Horror arises as it does in real life, in brief hints and disclosures that gradually reveal the complex nature of an all–too–human narrator.By Shella Vugomzki. 2013
This book is an intimate account of the author's journey to a healthier and fitter body, self-love, high self-esteem and…
spirituality against the backdrop of different socio-political and cultural environments of the former Soviet Union, the Middle East and Australia. Her lifestyle turned out to be a good match to the challenges that she had to face as a mature age immigrant. It became a first venue for a much needed success.By Hylke Faber. 2020
"Taming Your Crocodiles Practices is a personal tool for all leaders and followers looking to master authenticity and find greater…
purpose in their daily journey. Imagine the opportunity to explore who we are and what we want to accomplish — without fear. An extension of Hylke Faber's brilliant treatise, Taming Your Crocodiles, this book provides the component tools to unlearn fear-based leadership and practice constructive, creative, and inclusive behaviors with habit-forming frequency and consistency. A must for those ready to move past lip-service to liberation." — Toni Townes-Whitley, President, US Regulated Industries, Microsoft How do I lead from the depth of who I am rather than from fear-based, conditioned thinking?How do I shift my mindset to accelerate my growth?How do I turn self-discovery and service into a daily habit?How do I inspire others around me to keep growing and giving their best? Hylke Faber explores these and other questions, offering tools for implementing leadership practices into everyday life and work. The exercises in this book — which can be used both as a standalone guide and as a companion to the Nautilus Silver Award–winning book Taming Your Crocodiles — will deepen your appreciation for the adventure of life and leadership, help you connect with your true calling, turn your fears into growth practices, and guide you in supporting others on their growth journey. Praise for Taming Your Crocodiles Practices “How do we know ourselves? Practice! Hylke’s newest book offers us seventy-seven thoughtful and accessible practices toward greater self-discovery, creative expression and ever-expanding potential.” — Chris Ernst, Vice-President, Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness, Workday; author of Boundary Spanning Leadership “Taming Your Crocodiles Practices: Daily Reflections for Leadership Depth is a magical combination of deeply wise insights and specific methods to make these insights a reality in your life. I highly recommend this book for any aspiring leader looking to grow professionally but, more importantly, as a person.” —Matt Oppenheimer, CEO, Remitly “With great joy I have read this workbook. And it has pleased me to feel the vulnerability of the author, which opens ways for both the reader and the practitioner. Because of the vulnerability and openness of Hylke, he becomes more of a co-passenger than a coach who tells you how it is. Also, I like the fact that you have a choice of exercises related to your personal needs at every given moment. Hylke really connects to the material, which for me is the essence of personal leadership!” — Wiet de Bruijn, Partner, Delight Group; former CEO VBK Publishers “Hylke scores a home run again. Taming Your Crocodiles Practices: Daily Reflections for Leadership Depth is a unique and easy-to-read, practical book on personal and professional growth. Hylke reinforces key concepts from his first book, continuously taking the reader out of their comfort zone and posing challenging questions on how to think differently. In addition, by providing daily tips, he helps shape positive habits and behaviors, with a growth mindset, all required to be a great leader. I highly recommend his book for any current or future leader, as well as for a reader in search of a purposeful and meaningful life.” — Gioji Okuhara, Board Member & CEO, Brazilian consumer goods companies “Through this simple yet powerful and practical book, I continue to explore my fears, or crocodiles, and go deeper in myself. I connect to that place of peace and of a growth mindset. With my busy life and working with worldBy Lance Cole. 2019
This expert volume examines the engineering, design, and modeling of this classic sportscar through the years—fully illustrated with color photos.…
Innovative car designer Ettore Bugatti changed the history of both motorsports and engineering with the legendary T35. Introduced at the Grand Prix of Lyon in 1924, its clever engine design, new suspension thinking, and distinct body style marked the beginning of a new era in car racing. Automotive journalist, industrial designer and Bugatti expert Lance Cole pays tribute to this iconic automobile in a detailed yet engaging commentary. Fully illustrated with color photos, this volume chronicles the story of the T35&’s design and evolution. For the car modeling enthusiast, Cole also details the modeling options in synthetic materials and die cast metals.By Lance Cole. 2019
This expert volume examines the engineering, design, and modeling of this classic sportscar through the years—fully illustrated with color photos.…
Innovative car designer Ettore Bugatti changed the history of both motorsports and engineering with the legendary T35. Introduced at the Grand Prix of Lyon in 1924, its clever engine design, new suspension thinking, and distinct body style marked the beginning of a new era in car racing. Automotive journalist, industrial designer and Bugatti expert Lance Cole pays tribute to this iconic automobile in a detailed yet engaging commentary. Fully illustrated with color photos, this volume chronicles the story of the T35&’s design and evolution. For the car modeling enthusiast, Cole also details the modeling options in synthetic materials and die cast metals.By Rupert L. Swam. 2021
Aprende los hábitos diarios de Kamala Harris para lograr tus metas. Kamala Harris ha hecho historia. No solo se ha…
convertido en la primera mujer en ocupar el cargo de vicepresidenta de Estados Unidos, sino que es también la primera persona afroamericana en este puesto. Sin embargo, su camino no ha sido fácil y tampoco parece que vaya a acabar aquí. El método Kamala nos presenta los cien aspectos decisivos en la vida de Harris: sus hábitos, sus puntos de inflexión, su modo de enfrentarse a los conflictos... Los detalles del día a día son lo que construyen el destino de cada uno, y este libro nos acerca a los de una mujer hecha a sí misma para poder aplicarlos a nuestra vida.By Richard M Moss. 2011
This inspiring book presents powerful principles, tools, and practices for transforming self-limiting patterns of thought and behaviors and for staying…
in the present even in the midst of very difficult feelings. Drawing from individual counseling sessions and utilizing practical exercises, Dr. Moss demonstrates how awareness and presence can be applied to support change in yourself and others, thereby creating a solid bridge between knowing and doing.