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Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
This enlightening and reflective guide studies the psychological impact of racism and discrimination on BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) people and offers steps to improve wellbeing. It includes definitions of race, racism and other commonly used terms, such as microaggressions, and evaluates the effect of definitions used to describe BAME people. Each chapter of the book focusses on one category of wellbeing - self-acceptance, personal growth,...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The enneagram is a tool for personal understanding and transformation. Whitmoyer-Ober explains its origins and the nine personality types, so that you can start your own journey self-discovery. A simple assessment will help you determine your enneagram type, so that you can dive deeper into what motivates you, and explore ways to improve your relationships. -- adapted from back cover
Author
Publisher
Harmony
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Championing the world's "highly sensitive people," the force behind the world's largest online communities for sensitive people and introverts teaches readers how to unlock the potential of this undervalued strength and leverage it across the important areas of their lives.
Author
Publisher
Gotham Books
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
Draws on research with hundreds of interviewees to identify the pervasive influence of cultural shame, discussing how women can recognize the ways in which shame influences their health and relationships and can be transformed into courage and connectivity.
Author
Publisher
Portfolio/Penguin, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"A talented journalist reveals the hidden patterns behind what we call "luck" -- and shows us how we can all improve outcomes that only appear to be random. "Do you believe in luck?" is a polarizing question, one you might ask on a first date. Some of us believe that we make our own luck. Others see inequality everywhere and believe luck is the only possible explanation. Karla Starr has third answer: "random" outcomes have predictable causes; we call...
Author
Publisher
Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
If the viral personality quizzes strewn about our social media accounts are any indication, we are collectively obsessed with the idea of defining and knowing ourselves and our unique places in the world. But what we're finding is this: knowing which famous movie character you are is easy, but actually knowing yourself isn't as simple as just checking a few boxes on an online quiz. Backed by extensive research and illustrated with engaging stories,...
Author
Publisher
St. Martins Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Explains how to use flash moments of inspiration to create immediate life improvements, sharing compelling science and illustrative anecdotes to explain how to skip over slow-and-steady steps to transition directly into actionable changes.
Author
Series
Publisher
Simple Truths, an imprint of Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Everyone has encountered their own version of a Category 5 storm--whether it's the coronavirus pandemic, launching a new business, drowning in debt, enduring an emotional crisis, or actual flooding in the streets. But events that would normally incapacitate don't need to give us pause. Christine Perakis has created seven resilience strategies that you can use to get through whatever your disruptive environment throws at you to create life and career...
94) Diet right for your personality type: the revolutionary 4-week weight-loss plan that works for you
Author
Publisher
Harmony Books
Pub. Date
©2017.
Language
English
Description
"Health and fitness expert Jennifer Widerstrom has learned one important thing through her work with contestants on NBC's The Biggest Loser and her clients who have collectively lost thousands of pounds: when it comes to dieting, one size does not fit all. In order to successfully lose weight, your diet plan should be based on your needs and patterns as an individual. Now, in her first book, Widerstrom has developed a revolutionary plan for maximizing...
Author
Publisher
Hachette Books
Pub. Date
©2020.
Language
English
Description
"A provocative look at how to better understand your primal, ingrained strengths and chart your professional course accordingly, from a business coach and speaker who advises Fortune 500 CEOs, cutting edge entrepreneurs and other top business performers"--
Author
Publisher
Althea Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Being a stoic means embracing positivity and self-control through the ability to accept the uncertainty of outcomes. With this stoicism guide, the beginner stoic will learn how to take charge of their emotions on the path to sustained happiness and satisfaction.This easy-to-navigate stoicism guide gives you the emotional tools needed to let go of the things you cant control and find joy in what you have. Through thought-provoking strategies and exercises,...
Author
Publisher
Public Affairs, an imprint of Perseus Book LLC
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If you've ever felt too overwhelmed to make a difference, or just unsure of how to apply your unique skills to a bigger purpose, this book will help you realize your potential. Impact is the roadmap every change-maker needs.
Author
Publisher
Prometheus Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Practical teachings to take care of yourself and others in uncertain and unsettling times. Steady, Calm, and Brave offers simple and accessible ways to help readers during a pandemic and beyond. With short, stand-alone readings designed to help you through difficult circumstances, it offers the tools, understanding, and encouragement necessary to meet the extraordinary challenges we face today"--
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