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A Tai Chi instructor for over 40 years, Dr. Frank Bisceglia, EdD, explains how to incorporate the mysterious Metaphysical elixir of Yin and Yang into your practice and daily existence.Along with addressing many of the fundamental physical techniques, Dr. Bisceglia reveals how to transform Tai Chi into a unique, fulfilling and worthwhile exercise by incorporating the theories that unite the practical and spiritual elements of this ancient Art. His insightful commentary and inspirational view provide a path for illuminating one’s connection to the universe and the marvel of its’ impact on...

Michele Borba has been a teacher, educational consultant, and parent for 40 years - and she's never been more worried than she is about this current generation of kids. The high-achieving students she talks with every day are more accomplished, better educated, and more privileged than ever before. They're also more stressed, unhappier, and struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout at younger and younger ages - "we're like pretty packages with nothing inside," said one young teen.

If you are a working woman, chances are this inter­nal monologue sounds all too familiar. And you're not alone. A shocking number of accomplished women in all ca­reer paths and at every level feel as though they are faking it-impostors in their own lives and careers. While the impostor syndrome is not unique to women, women are more apt to agonize over tiny mistakes, see even constructive criticism as evi­dence of their shortcomings, and chalk up their accomplishments to luck rather than skill.

From the creators of the best-selling Life Recovery series, Take Your Life Back is a groundbreaking look at how to overcome unhealthy relationships and love others well. Counselors Stephen Arterburn and David Stoop offer personal examples, clinical insight, and scriptural truth to help you navigate your toughest relationships.

Do you wish there was a way to raise well-behaved children without punishment? Are you afraid the only alternative is being overly indulgent? With Positive Discipline, an encouragement model based on both kindness and firmness, you don't have to choose between these two extremes. Using these 49 Positive Discipline tools honed and perfected after years of real-world research and feedback, you'll be able to work with your children instead of against them.

Something revolutionary has begun. Starting with Gestalt and Cognitive theories, psychology began to take a new course and develop more effective ways of helping people think straight and deal with the challenges of life. However, something even more revolutionary has begun. Dr. Martin Seligman, a cognitive psychologist, has developed a psychology of wellness based on the virtues. His premise is that good mental health is founded on virtuous thinking and living.

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life (Before 25) is based on Dr. Jesse Payne's and Daniel Amen's work together with young people and parents and educators who work with young people. It is an owner's manual specifically written for the developing brain, packed with interesting information, relatable stories and easy-to-follow brain prescriptions and enhancement strategies. Its step-by-step instructions are tailored to optimize brain power while minimizing brain interference.

Memoir of a Black Christian Nationalist: Seeds of Liberation is the powerful and deeply personal story of Dr. Shelley McIntosh’s journey through the Black Christian Nationalist Movement and her decades of leadership under Reverend Albert B. Cleage Jr. With spiritual depth and historical insight, McIntosh reflects on her transformation from a young seeker to a leader in a movement committed to Black liberation through faith, discipline, and community power.

Interesting History and Natural Phenomena: Where Science Meets Storytelling Did you know that Genghis Khan invented an ancient version of Express Mail? Or that Vikings were actually fashion-forward influencers of their time? Ever heard about the rocks that move by themselves in Death Valley, or why some Asian buildings skip the fourth floor entirely? Welcome to a wild ride through history and science where fact is stranger than fiction! This isn't your average textbook – it's a journey through time and nature that reads like your favorite social media feed, except every incredible story ...

Step back in time and prepare to be amused and amazed by "Humorous History: Funny and Interesting Facts in History." Delve into the pages of this delightful book to discover the lighter side of some of the most iconic figures in history. From the audacious antics of Napoleon Bonaparte to the witty wisdom of Abraham Lincoln, from the quirky quirks of Benjamin Franklin to the royal rib-ticklers of King Henry, this collection of anecdotes and tales offers a refreshing take on the past. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a good laugh, "Humorous History" promises to entertain and ...

Dyscalculia is the math learning disorder most people have never heard of. Which is hard to believe, because approximately 5 million K-12 students have dyscalculia-- just in the USA! Find out what this learning disorder means to you as a teacher, a parent, and as a student. Presented by EduCalc Learning, https://www.educalclearning.com/ and hosted by Dr. Honora Wall.

Dive into the captivating world of "The Bench: A Parable About Life, Death, and Beyond" by Francesca Flood, Ed.D., where five strangers' lives become intertwined by fate, trauma, and a mysterious bench that holds the key to their darkest moments. In this riveting novella, the author explores the depths of human experience, the thin line between life and the afterlife, and the eternal search for understanding humankind's true meaning.

Step into the shoes of the brave men and women who shaped history during World War II. In this captivating book, you'll discover the untold stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience that define a generation. Uncover the gripping tales of courage and determination as ordinary individuals were thrust into extraordinary circumstances. From the beaches of Normandy to the skies over Europe, each chapter reveals the harrowing experiences and remarkable deeds of those who fought and served during this pivotal moment in history. Examine how the massive mobilization of the world’s biggest ...

Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through history unlike any other! In "Surprising History Stories to Tickle Your Brain," you'll uncover fascinating tales that captivate your imagination and make you eager to learn more. Delve into the ancient world of the Egyptians, where mysterious hieroglyphs hold secrets waiting to be deciphered. Discover facts about the Greeks and Romans that you didn't know before. Journey to the birth of a nation and witness the extraordinary leadership of George Washington as he navigated the trials and triumphs of early America. Experience the thrill of ...

The first rule of perpetual war is to never stop, a fact which former NBC News analyst William M. Arkin knows better than anyone, having served in the Army and having covered all of America’s wars over the past three decades. He has spent his career investigating how the military throws around the word “war” to justify everything, from physical combat to today’s globe-straddling cyber and intelligence network. In The Generals Have No Clothes, Arkin traces how we got where we are—all without Congressional approval or public knowledge.

Old Man Jiu Jitsu is an exploration, evolution, exposure and execution in the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as experience by a veteran of the art of Jiu Jitsu. It's not a manual on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). It is not a demonstration of techniques or cool moves to develop your BJJ game. It is an effort and guide to assist the BJJ practitioner in developing a mindset and understanding of the aging grappler, as well as a manner in which to find comfort in the sometimes uncomfortable world of BJJ, improve one's practice and perhaps achieve the distinguishing title of Old Man Jiu Jitsu.

The King of the human realm waged war on the Fae, taking the young Fae Prince back as his prisoner after slaughtering his family in cold blood. For two and a half decades, Prince Crispin has sat in the dungeons of his mortal enemies' castle. Rory is a young commander, desperate to prove herself to the King she serves under. But her blood has a secret that could ruin her life if the King finds out what she really is. She hides under the mortal King's nose as he continues to wipe the earth of all the Fae with unrelenting force. Her fate lies within a choice between duty and righteousness. ...

All ADs have crazy, over-the-top, stories, that no class or book has prepared them for. We want to hear them, laugh with you, and grow into better ADs as we navigate across the U.S. for the craziest athletic director stories out there. Let's turn our setbacks, into knowledge.

Laughter: a double edged sword. Positive humor engenders euphoria; negative, can humiliate. Triggered by the COVID quarantine, Therapist and Author Annette Poizner revisited the sitcoms of her youth – the Mary Tyler Moore Show and Rhoda. Looking through the lens of the ancient Kabbalah, Poizner then performed an inquiry into laughter, examining the mystical infrastructure of this every day phenomenon and getting insight into the how, why and what of funny. Can we find the root of all humor in the 'Knock, Knock' jokes of yesteryear? Or even further back, with the 'Peekabo' we play when ...

Ivar is born in a hidden love between a Frong and a Human in this book. He is raised as an Einherjar and climbs the ranks as Commander. He falls in love with a princess, and they are caught. Upon their banishment, they create a new world and bring about the birth of the Galactic Republic. They fight off the evil that threatens to destroy all life for their selfish gain. This book has love, betrayal, fighting, and hope. There are aliens of different kinds, and all come together to defeat the Gru and Kon. This book is modern military mixed with old Norse.