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Presents a five-part plan for finding happiness by tapping into one's creativity.
“The most thoughtful, engaging, encouraging book I’ve ever read about how hard it is to be a writer and why you should do it anyway.” ―New York Times bestselling author Sarah Knight of the No Fucks Given guides Writer and editorial consultant Ron Hogan helps readers develop an ongoing writing practice as an end in and of itself, not a means to publication. Many people pick up the guitar without eyeing a career as a professional musician, or start painting without caring if they get a gallery. But with writing the assumption seems to be that the goal must be to get published. Why? Why is it acceptable to attain technical proficiency at “Stairway to Heaven” or plein air watercolors...
The great narratives of religion and nationhood were battered in the twentieth century by the dual forces of globalization and postmodernism. In the uncertainty of broken traditions, many people looking for God retreated into a regressive fundamentalism, and others abandoned themselves to nihilism and cynicism. But is there another way? In this volume, esteemed sociologist and therapist Mark W. Teismann offers a fresh approach to spiritual pursuits, one that neither relies upon absolutes nor leaves seekers in a void of disbelief. This approach is to consider the exercise of spirituality as a type of play. Teismann takes the reader on a whirlwind ride through the different aspects of play and...
Exploring White Fragility uses both existing research and anecdotal classroom observations to examine the effects whiteness studies is having on America’s schools, and investigates how the antiracist movement to dismantle “white supremacy culture” is impacting student and teacher morale and expectations, school discipline, and overall academic achievement. Specifically, it analyzes the major tenets of whiteness studies, including awareness of white privilege and white fragility; the belief in colorblindness, individualism, and meritocracy; white racial identity development (WRID); implicit bias and microaggressions; and the methodologies underlying these concepts. The book also compare...
Good Design is Good Feng Shui In Creating Change, Laura Morris unites modern interior design and creativity with ancient Feng Shui principles to create an easy-to-use handbook for bringing more energy into your home and life. Intentional design is about mindfully creating: using your hands to design your space with the ancient and powerful tradition of Feng Shui. Morris offers a "learn-by-doing" approach, introducing you to the basic principles of Feng Shui as you apply them through 27 easy-to-implement design projects, including dressing up your bathroom, styling your bookcase, balancing your kitchen, and more! "Feng shui is an incredibly transformative philosophy with the power to focus in...
The story of a sick baby bird nursed back to health and into the wild.
Long recognized as an essential reference for therapists and surgeons treating the hand and the upper extremity, Rehabilitation of the Hand and Upper Extremity helps you return your patients to optimal function of the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder. Leading hand surgeons and hand therapists detail the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of virtually any disorder you're likely to see, with a focus on evidence-based and efficient patient care. Extensively referenced and abundantly illustrated, the 7th Edition of this reference is a "must read" for surgeons interested in the upper extremity, hand therapists from physical therapy or occupational therapy backgrounds, anyone preparin...
Prison Economy Secrets - Vol. III -Digital Version Written by: Benoit Tano, MD PhD In this groundbreaking book, "Inmates' Rehabilitation Programs: Unlocking the Power Within," Benoît Tano, M.D., Ph.D. reveals the secrets to successful inmate rehabilitation programs that can transform the lives of inmates and reduce recidivism rates. Based on years of research and practical experience, this comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics, including education, vocational training, mental and physical health, spirituality, creativity, and entrepreneurship. The book provides practical strategies for designing and implementing effective rehabilitation programs that help inmates overcome their ...
21 simple and easy daily rituals to help you tune into your inner wisdom so that you can start making better, more inspired decisions in your life Like optimism, intuition can be cultivated. Research has shown that contrary to popular opinion intuition isn't something we are born with and it doesn't come naturally to everyone. Intuition is a skill that we can learn and we can get better at it the more we practise. Drawing on science, psychology and Theresa's techniques this book offers 21 simple and proven daily rituals to help you tune into your inner wisdom and start making better decisions in your life today. Following on from the success of 21 Rituals to Change your Life readers will be ...