The Act of Imagination
Therapy is a time between stories - a slow re-imagining of self and worldThis book expands upon the importance of imagination in psychosynthesis psychotherapy, going beyond a narrow focus on scripted visualizations to present a broad, image-based approach to therapy and everyday life.Instead of assuming images to be only subjective-personal mental pictures, separated from a purely objective reality, the "act of imagination" is shown to connect self and world, via a synthesis of feelings, thoughts, sensations, perceptions, and actions. Healing and transformation are created not, as is often presumed, by the replacement of fantasy with reality, but rather, with the cultivation of imaginative life itself within normal everyday experiences.The result is a radical clarification of the theoretical distinctiveness and experiential context of psychosynthesis psychotherapy. With clear explanations of how to put the theory into practice, supported by case-study examples, therapist-client transcripts, and a comprehensive discussion of the original teachings of Roberto Assagioli (the founder of psychosynthesis) alongside writings from contemporary figures in the field, this groundbreaking work will be of interest to both experienced practioners and newcomers to psychosynthesis."A major contribution to the evolution of psychosynthesis." -from the foreword by Molly Young Brown, author of Unfolding Self: The Practice of Psychosynthesis"The clearest exposition of psychosynthesis I have read in my 20 years of practice as a psychotherapist." -Susan Holliday, author of Hidden Wonders of the Human Heart"I learned quite a bit from this book.' -Piero Ferrucii, author of Science of Psychotherapy
Peace And Clarity In 7 Minutes Or Less
You Are About To Discover An Effective Way To Neutralize Your Stresses, Anxieties, Depression, Negative Thoughts, Worry And Fear In As Little As 7 Minutes By Leveraging The Power Of Mindfulness!Stress and anxiety are normal parts of everyday life; they are our body's natural response to the demands of modern day life where we have so many things to do within a limited time using limited resources and have many unfamiliar territories that we have to be in.Think about it; everyday motions of life like meeting new people, going for an interview, speaking before a crowd or your bosses, sitting for exams, going to a doctor's visit for a diagnosis and many other situations can trigger anxiety. And that's not all; such experiences like an unexpected job loss, meeting new people, a sudden incapacitation, being diagnosed with a terminal illness, a divorce and many other occurrences could send anyone into depression.What then can you do to stay sane and calm in the midst of all that?What can you do to stop yourself from slipping into depression after infidelity for instance?What can you do to tame the stress and anxiety responses before they escalate into problems that affect your everyday life?Is there a way you can do a stress detox, without relying on medication and harmful substances like alcohol and drugs?Simple; what you need is to adopt mindfulness!And if you have these and other related questions on how to deal with stress, anxiety and trauma, this anxiety workbook for adults is for you, as it covers the ins and outs of using a mindfulness to slow down your automatic responses that have for a long time made you anxious, stressed and depressed.More precisely, this anxiety workbook for adults will teach you: The basics of mindfulness, including what it is, how it works and how it compares with other responsesHow mindfulness as a practice has evolved over the years to become what it is today, the go-to technique for fighting stress, anxiety and depressionHow mindfulness is not the same thing as meditation and why you should know about thatHow mindfulness can help transform your life for the betterHow to adopt mindfulness as part of your lifestylePowerful tips for practicing mindfulness that will make things easier for you as you adopt it in your lifeThe different variations of mindfulness that you can practice to fight stress, anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, worry and fearThe concept of anxiety, the different types of anxiety, how it can affect your life as well as how it relates to different other conceptsHow to understand anxiety inside out so that you fight it like a proA workbook that will help you identify your thought patterns and fight anxiety, stress, worry and other tendencies in your everyday lifeHow to incorporate mindfulness in children's livesHow to train your brain to be mindful of every momentCreative exercises that will help you test what you are learning and get better at mindfulnessAnd much more
Qigong: Yi Jin Jing
Yi Jin Jing, an ancient Chinese practice rooted in traditional Qigong, seamlessly integrates the cultural pillars of Zen, martial arts, and medicine. Through gentle yet deliberate movements and focused inner cultivation, it strengthens muscles and bones, enhances vitality, and harmonizes internal energy, ultimately fostering profound mind-body balance and longevity. This book combines clear illustrations with professional video tutorials, guiding you step by step to master this ancient practice of mind-body refinement passed down for millennia. Through this book, you will: Delve into the origins and philosophy of Yi Jin Jing. Discover its profound theoretical foundations, tracing its evolution from ancient Shaolin Zen martial arts to its role in modern daily wellness practices. This book explores the philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) embedded in this practice, and discover how its principles align with concepts like yin-yang balance, meridian pathways, and the dynamic interplay of qi and blood flow. Master the essential movements of Yi Jin Jing step-by-step. Rooted in the principles of " Relaxation and Tranquil" and " Combined Motion with Stillness", each posture emphasizes full-body extension, deep tendon stretching, and precise guidance of internal energy. This book provides detailed illustrations and instructions for each movement, covering everything from the starting posture to the key techniques, as well as the details of breathing and internal energy regulation. Even beginners can easily follow this book and gradually master this practice that nurtures both body and mind. Enhance learning and practice with instructional videos. This book includes exclusive QR codes that grant access to professionally recorded teaching videos. These videos provide detailed demonstrations of each movement, ensuring precise execution and proper internal energy guidance through effective visual learning. Whether at home, in the office, or outdoors, you can practice anytime, anywhere. Through its unique integration of external movement and internal refinement, Yi Jin Jing helps strengthen muscles and bones, regulate qi and blood, improve flexibility and strength, and achieve mental clarity and emotional balance. With consistent practice, you will experience profound physical and mental transformation, slow down aging, and revitalize your overall well-being.
The Inner Child and Relationships
The Inner Child and Relationships Heal Childhood Wounds. Transform How You Love. Build Healthier Connections. Within every adult lives an inner child-an emotional blueprint shaped by early experiences of love, safety, neglect, or loss. Though often unseen, this inner child quietly influences how we communicate, attach, set boundaries, and experience intimacy in our adult relationships. The Inner Child and Relationships is a compassionate, deeply insightful guide to understanding how unresolved childhood wounds shape romantic partnerships, friendships, and self-worth-and how healing those wounds can radically transform the way you relate to others. Blending psychology, attachment theory, and practical inner child work, this book helps you recognize the emotional patterns that keep repeating in your relationships-such as fear of abandonment, emotional withdrawal, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or intense reactivity-and traces them back to their origins. With clarity and warmth, you'll learn how to meet the unmet needs of your younger self so you no longer seek healing through partners, approval, or conflict. Inside, you'll discover how to: Identify your unique inner child wounds and attachment patterns Understand why certain relationships trigger outsized emotional reactions Break cycles of anxious attachment, avoidance, and unhealthy dependency Heal emotional neglect, abandonment, criticism, and trauma at the root Communicate needs clearly without fear, guilt, or shutdown Rebuild self-worth from within instead of seeking validation externally Create secure, conscious, and emotionally available relationships This book includes reflective exercises, journaling prompts, visualization practices, and practical tools designed to help you reconnect with your inner child safely and gently-at your own pace. Whether you feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns, struggle with emotional regulation, or simply want deeper, more authentic connections, The Inner Child and Relationships offers a powerful path forward. Healing doesn't begin with fixing your partner-it begins within. When you nurture your inner child, relationships shift naturally. Love becomes safer. Communication becomes clearer. And connection becomes something you choose-not something you fear losing.
The Ground Beneath Our Work
A groundbreaking guide for therapists, educators, healthcare workers, and helpers who want to bring nature into their practice - ethically, practically, and with heart.What if the most powerful tool in your therapeutic toolkit isn't a technique - but the living world outside your door?The Ground Beneath Our Work introduces Nature-Informed Therapy (NIT) and Nature-Informed Care (NIC), a flexible, evidence-informed framework for weaving nature into clinical practice, education, healthcare, faith communities, and everyday helping roles.At the heart of the book is the ROOTED(TM) model - six practical mechanisms for integrating nature into professional care: Regulate AttentionOpen the SensesOptimize DosageTend RelationshipsEnact Reciprocity & MeaningDesign the SettingDr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan draws on over 20 years of clinical experience, her own research, and the ancient wisdom of Indigenous and land-based traditions to offer: A 30-day implementation plan with session tools and trackersClinical case stories showing NIT in actionPractices for diverse settings - from therapy offices to schools, hospitals, parks, and nursing homesGuidance on ethics, safety, equity, and outdoor group facilitationTools for addressing eco-grief, climate anxiety, and nature-deficitWith a foreword by Robert J. Wicks, Psy.D., author of It's Good to Be Lost Once in a While (Oxford University Press), this book is both a practical manual and a quiet invitation to remember: we have never not been in relationship with nature.For licensed clinicians, counselors, social workers, psychologists, educators, chaplains, park rangers, coaches, and anyone whose work involves caring for others."I cannot recommend this book highly enough." - Mark A. Salvatore, MD, MS, Harvard Medical School"A deeply human and clinically usable resource." - Dr. Christine Lynn Norton, Professor of Social Work, Texas State University"This book has forever changed how I sit in my own backyard." - Thomas R. Medema, Former National Park Service Associate Director
Your Unshakable Self
Your Unshakable Self explores the different concepts and aspects of our Self. If you're searching for a way to create a stronger, healthier and more resilient Self, Your Unshakable Self can help. This brilliant, engaging and insightful book guides you towards understanding your sense of Self, how to strengthen your Self and heal from past trauma and more.This fascinating book helps you to improve resilience, mental health and your relationship with your Self and who you are. Written by renowned, praised and widely acclaimed psychology author and podcaster, Connor Whiteley, GMBPsS, this easy-to-understand book includes: Basics of the Self―Find a comprehensive overview of the aspects of the Self, so you can understand your Self and sense of self-worth, self-value and more.Discover how the Self impacts behaviour- Get insightful and surprising information on how the Self impacts depression, anxiety and trauma responses.Strategies for building your Unshakable Self- Get techniques and strategies for shifting your sense of self so it becomes stronger, more resilient and you know who you are. If you want to improve your sense of Self and learn who you are then look no further. This is the book for you.
Your Unshakable Self
Your Unshakable Self explores the different concepts and aspects of our Self. If you're searching for a way to create a stronger, healthier and more resilient Self, Your Unshakable Self can help. This brilliant, engaging and insightful book guides you towards understanding your sense of Self, how to strengthen your Self and heal from past trauma and more.This fascinating book helps you to improve resilience, mental health and your relationship with your Self and who you are. Written by renowned, praised and widely acclaimed psychology author and podcaster, Connor Whiteley, GMBPsS, this easy-to-understand book includes: Basics of the Self―Find a comprehensive overview of the aspects of the Self, so you can understand your Self and sense of self-worth, self-value and more.Discover how the Self impacts behaviour- Get insightful and surprising information on how the Self impacts depression, anxiety and trauma responses.Strategies for building your Unshakable Self- Get techniques and strategies for shifting your sense of self so it becomes stronger, more resilient and you know who you are. If you want to improve your sense of Self and learn who you are then look no further. This is the book for you.
The Gifts of the Grail
What if the Grail is not only a relic of legend-but a path of transformation?For centuries the Holy Grail has haunted the imagination of poets, mystics, and seekers. It has been called a cup, a stone, a cauldron of ancient power, even a mystery hidden within the human soul. But behind the legend lies a deeper story-one of spiritual challenge, inner healing, and the timeless quest for meaning.In The Gifts of the Grail, renowned Arthurian scholar John Matthews guides readers into the heart of the Grail tradition. Drawing on medieval sources-from Chr矇tien de Troyes and Wolfram von Eschenbach to Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur-Matthews retells the great adventures of the Grail knights while revealing the profound symbolism behind their journeys.Travel alongside Perceval, Lancelot, Gawain, and Galahad as they venture through enchanted forests, wastelands, and mysterious castles in search of the sacred vessel. Witness the tragedy of the Wounded King, the desolation of the Waste Land, and the trials that test the soul as much as the sword.But the Grail quest is not merely a medieval romance. It is a map of the human spirit.Matthews shows how the Grail's gifts-transformation, restoration, wisdom, and compassion-speak as powerfully to modern seekers as they did to the knights of Camelot. The legends reveal a truth that transcends religion and time: the Grail is both a mystery of the world and a mirror of our own inner journey.Rich with classic texts, insightful commentary, and evocative storytelling, The Gifts of the Grail invites you to step onto the path yourself-and discover the sacred question at the heart of the quest: Whom does the Grail serve?If you love Arthurian legend, mythic spirituality, and the timeless search for meaning, this book offers a gateway into one of the West's most enduring mysteries.
Infinite Love
A devoted husband watches, helpless and heartbroken, as the woman he loves slowly slips away-not in body, but in memory-her once vibrant mind unravelling into confusion, fear, and childlike dependence. What begins as small, almost dismissible moments-missed turns, forgotten tasks, subtle changes in behaviour-quietly reveals itself as an irreversible descent into illness, transforming their shared life into a one-way journey of grief. Yet through every painful realization, every moment she no longer recognizes the world-or even herself-his love deepens rather than fades, becoming an anchor against the tide that is pulling her away. In the space between who she was and who she is becoming, he clings to fleeting glimpses of her smile, her touch, her essence, holding on with all his strength as their love evolves into something both more fragile and more powerful-an enduring testament to devotion in the face of inevitable loss.
No Longer Silent
At every fork in the road, Jean Wells faced a choice: silence or truth. As a child, Jean learned early that speaking out could come at a painful cost. When her father's abuse surfaced and her mother's reaction silenced her, Jean swallowed her words-and her fear. Years later, when her younger sister was taken into foster care and made allegations of abuse, Jean once again stood at a crossroads: expose the truth or protect the fragile fa癟ade of her family.Haunted by secrets and bound by shame, Jean carried her silence into adulthood. But when sexual harassment in the workplace shattered the walls she had built, she was forced to confront her past and reclaim her voice.No Longer Silent is a courageous memoir of survival and self-discovery. With honesty and compassion, Jean Wells reveals how the journey from silence to strength is both painful and liberating-and reminds us that no one is ever truly alone. Your voice matters.
Autism and Work
Navigating the world of work as an autistic individual can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Drawing from personal experience, compassionate insights and practical strategies, this empowering guide helps you understand your unique strengths and challenges, advocate for your needs and build a fulfilling career that truly fits you. Whether you're newly diagnosed or well along your journey, Autism and Work: Thriving in the Workplace offers support, encouragement and actionable advice to help you not just survive but thrive in any professional environment.Artist and neurodivergent advocate Mahlia Amatina draws on her lived experience of autism, mental health challenges and professional life to deliver a compassionate, practical guide for navigating work as an autistic individual. Packed with real stories, empowering strategies and thoughtful reflection, this short book offers encouragement and insight for anyone looking to not just survive, but thrive, at work. Whether you're newly diagnosed, self-identifying or years into your journey, Mahlia's creative and authentic voice offers a powerful reminder: you deserve to take up space, and you bring immense value to the workplace exactly as you are.
98.6 Mortality Movies to See Before You Die
What if the most important conversation of your life started with a movie night?Movies and television shows can open conversations about death in ways that lectures and pamphlets simply can't. Sometimes it's easier to explore mortality when it's unfolding on a screen, preferably with popcorn in hand.98.6 Mortality Movies to See Before You Die curates 142 remarkable films and television programs that explore dying, grief, legacy, love, and what it truly means to live fully. Across genres and cultures, from comedy and drama to documentary and animation, these stories invite us to face the inevitable with honesty, insight, and even a little humor.Each entry highlights key mortality themes and includes six thoughtful discussion prompts, transforming movie night into something far more meaningful than entertainment. Whether you're watching alone, with family, or hosting a community event, this guide helps turn cinematic moments into conversations that matter.Perfect for: EducatorsClergy and faith communitiesFuneral professionalsHospice and healthcare providersDeath Caf矇s and community groupsFamilies finally ready to start "the conversation"Chapters are grouped by engaging themes such as: Funerals and Funeral DirectorsMedical Treatment and End-of-Life IssuesAfterlife VisionsGrief and GrowthMortality and Living FullyEstate PlanningDocumentaries, animated films, and television seriesThe book also supports Mortality Movie Nights, an innovative outreach model that helps organizations invite the public into their spaces for engaging, accessible conversations about death, grief, and planning ahead. It turns "Let's watch a movie" into "Let's talk about what really matters."People often remember a powerful film scene far longer than an expert's carefully crafted advice. By combining pop culture with death education, this guide makes advance care planning and end-of-life discussions approachable, understandable, and actionable.Because facing mortality doesn't have to be gloomy. It can be enlightening. Meaningful. Even life-affirming.Talking about death won't kill you. But avoiding the conversation just might rob you of peace.Pull up a chair. Start the movie. And begin the conversation that ultimately helps us live, and eventually leave, with intention, clarity, and heart.
Loving Conflict
Right now, our world can feel more divided than ever. Families don't speak to each other. Teams walk on eggshells. Communities are fractured.We've been taught that conflict is bad. Avoid it. Be nice to each other. But avoiding conflict doesn't keep us close-it pulls us apart.Every conversation we don't have is a connection we've already lost.After more than twenty-five years building businesses across Ukraine, China, the United States, and France, Anna Lecat discovered something unexpected: the people who thrive don't avoid conflict. They move through it with curiosity and care. Their teams collaborate. Their families stay close. Their communities build together.In Loving Conflict, Lecat reveals how conflict transforms from threat to opportunity when approached with five practical principles. Drawing from her experiences of learning to listen deeply while finding belonging in China; challenging tango traditions in Buenos Aires; and facilitating retreats and workshops across Asia, Europe, and North America, she shows what becomes possible when we stop running from difficult conversations.You'll learn to stay present when everything in you wants to run. To get curious when you're certain you're right. To create collaboration where others see only division.Maybe you're thinking, "This sounds exhausting. I hate conflict."Lecat would tell you: You're exactly who this book is for. Because conflict isn't something to tolerate or manage skillfully. It's something you can learn to practice, master, and even love.Not because it becomes easy. Because what emerges on the other side-real collaboration, genuine understanding-is worth the discomfort.Anna Lecat is an international entrepreneur, Intimacy & Conflict Consultant, and global speaker who helps leaders and teams transform tension into trust. Fluent in Mandarin and a passionate tango dancer who leads as often as she follows, she lives in France with her family and facilitates workshops worldwide.
Dear Manager
Dear Manager: How to Support Your Autistic Employees is a compassionate, research-driven guide that bridges the gap between good intentions and meaningful action in the workplace. Written by an autistic professional who has lived both the challenges and triumphs of working life, this book blends raw personal insight with powerful research to show you exactly how to unlock the potential of autistic talent. Through real-life case studies, nuanced explanations of key concepts like masking and intersectionality, and practical advice on reasonable adjustments, communication and sensory needs, you'll learn how to recognise and support autistic talent in ways that help everyone succeed.Whether you're leading a team, shaping HR policy or simply seeking to be a better ally, this is not just a manual; it's an invitation to understand, adapt and champion neurodiversity. With reflection questions at the end of each chapter, Dear Manager is as much a toolkit for change as it is a deeply human call to action.With unemployment rates for autistic adults at a staggering 71% in the UK, this book hands you the tools to change that. If you want to move beyond tick-box inclusion to genuine empowerment, this book will show you how.
The Autistic Employee Workplace Toolkit
Autism in the workplace isn't just about surviving; it's about thriving.As a neurodivergent professional, I know firsthand the challenges, and the unique strengths, that come with navigating workplaces that aren't always designed with our needs in mind. The Autistic Employee Workplace Toolkit is your practical, compassionate guide to building a career on your terms, while protecting your emotional wellbeing and celebrating your authentic self.Inside, you'll discover how to: Request reasonable adjustments with clarity and confidence.Manage sensory overload and create a working environment that supports your focus.Practise self-advocacy and communicate your needs without burnout.Build positive workplace relationships while respecting your boundaries.Navigate autism disclosure at work on your terms.Protect yourself from autistic burnout and safeguard your work-life balance.This book draws on cutting-edge research, real-life stories and years of lived experience as an autistic professional. You'll find step-by-step strategies, reflection prompts and empowering tools for every stage of your career, from your first job to leadership roles.Whether you're seeking career development for autistic adults, looking to understand your workplace rights or simply wanting to make your workday feel more manageable, this guide offers practical solutions you can put into action immediately.You deserve a workplace where you can shine. Let this toolkit help get you there.
Beyond The Lecture Volume 8
Clinical psychology applies psychological knowledge and theory to mental health conditions. But psychology students and professionals know information in textbooks and lecture theatres miss real-world issues sometimes.Can we fix this?Join celebrated and renowned bestselling psychology author Connor Whiteley, GMBPsS, reflecting on outstanding, critical topics, problems and more facing clinical psychology in this brilliant, engaging book going far beyond the textbooks and lecture theatres.If you want to expand your knowledge of clinical psychology in the real-world. You MUST read this absolutely unputdownable and brilliant book!
Beyond The Lecture Volume 8
Clinical psychology applies psychological knowledge and theory to mental health conditions. But psychology students and professionals know information in textbooks and lecture theatres miss real-world issues sometimes.Can we fix this?Join celebrated and renowned bestselling psychology author Connor Whiteley, GMBPsS, reflecting on outstanding, critical topics, problems and more facing clinical psychology in this brilliant, engaging book going far beyond the textbooks and lecture theatres.If you want to expand your knowledge of clinical psychology in the real-world. You MUST read this absolutely unputdownable and brilliant book!
William Whitecloud's Secrets of Natural Success
William Whitecloud's Secrets Of Natural Success; Five Steps to Unlocking Your Genius is unlike any self-transformation book you have ever read. Best selling author and Creative Development trainer William Whitecloud dispenses with the usual approaches of fixing, self-manipulation or relying on mystical forces to get ahead in life. Instead, he offers a highly original insight into how your level of creativity determines your level of natural success in life, and a step-by-step guide to unlocking and applying the dormant genius within each of us. With the same natural storytelling style of his best sellers, The Magician's Way and The Last Shaman, Whitecloud transports you on an astonishing journey through the realms of consciousness responsible for the realities and outcomes you experience in life, and explains how to align yourself with those aspects guaranteed to deliver the end results you prefer. Traversing themes as diverse as the creative nature of consciousness, unconscious belief systems, personality types, perception vs. intuition, imagination, conscious choice and the role of conflict and emotion in creative awareness and follow through, you will acquire a phenomenally thorough and effective model for accessing your latent power and directing it in creating a life beyond belief. Based on a deep appreciation of human nature and potential, the premises within these pages serve as a creative master key, putting other learnings in perspective, and further empowering you with a masterful approach to everything you care about and undertake.
Boundaries for Couples
Some couples seem to glide through hard conversations while others turn every small request into a Cold War. You promise to stop checking messages at dinner, yet the phone creeps back onto the table. Weekends vanish into other people's plans. The problem usually is not love. It is the lack of shared, spoken relationship boundaries. This book gives you a practical, low-drama path to setting boundaries with partner that both of you can actually respect. Instead of theory, you get concrete scripts, checklists, and calendar tools built for real-life couples communication. You learn how to turn vague frustration into clear requests, and how to use assertive communication without sounding harsh or needy. Each chapter ends with simple prompts you can try the same week. Across chapters, you will practise conflict resolution for couples that does not rely on who shouts loudest or who gives in first. You will see how marriage communication skills and small agreements around time, screens, friends, family, and holidays quietly build a more healthy marriage. The goal is emotional safety in relationships, not perfection or endless compromise. Whether you are dating, newly married, or rebuilding after a rough patch, you can use the tools here on your own or as a guided couples therapy workbook. This is grounded, no-nonsense relationship self-help designed for busy people, not full-time self-improvers. You will finish with a shared map of what is okay, what is not, and what to do together next time a line is crossed.
Love After Kids
Life with children can make even strong couples feel like exhausted co-workers, trading shifts and messages about pick-ups and packed lunches. Days blur into logistics, evenings vanish into screens and tidying, and the idea of romance feels distant or unrealistic. Underneath the teamwork, many pairs quietly wonder where their old connection went and whether it is possible to get it back without abandoning their children or their sanity. This book is a practical guide for parents who still like each other but are tired of feeling like housemates. It helps couples untangle mental load, rebalance chores, and rebuild emotional and physical closeness in ways that fit real schedules. Through simple scripts and small experiments, readers learn how to handle resentment in marriage, turn conflict into collaboration, and use couples communication tools that work when everyone is short on sleep. Along the way, it offers realistic maps for sex after children, creative micro dates for parents, and gentle ways to nurture busy parents intimacy without pressure or perfectionism. Whether you are craving more laughter, hoping to start reconnecting after kids, or simply want a calmer rhythm of parenting and partnership, this is a handbook for finding your way back to each other while you are still in the thick of family life. Ideal for anyone searching for grounded, hopeful relationship books for parents who want their love story to grow up alongside their children.
The Calm Separation
When a relationship breaks, most people are handed drama, not a plan. The shouting, the silence, and the guessing can be worse than the decision itself. This book offers a different path: a step-by-step calm separation that protects children, money, and basic dignity while you work out what comes next. Written for couples who want a dignified divorce or amicable split, it acts as a practical co-parenting guide and divorce book for parents rather than a legal manual. You will find simple tools for designing cooling-off rules, sketching an interim budget, and drafting a parenting plan that works in everyday life. Clear examples show how to hold firm relationship boundaries without turning every disagreement into a battle. There are ready-made social scripts for separation with kids, honest conversations at work, and careful updates for extended family. Checklists and routines support emotional self-care and parenting after breakup, so you are not relying on willpower alone. Throughout, the focus is on steady family communication tools that lower harm rather than pretending the pain is not there. If you want to change course without destroying what still matters, this book shows you how to move through separation with more order, kindness, and self-respect.
Second Chance Vows
You have already lived through lawyers' letters, awkward handovers, and the slow unravelling of a promise. Now you are planning to marry again and want more than optimism and a new set of photographs. You are looking for a remarriage guide that treats your history as data, not shame, and helps you protect what matters most this time. This book offers grounded second marriage advice for couples who are blending lives, homes, and children. It acts as a blended families handbook, helping you set step parenting boundaries, practise ex partner etiquette, and face money questions, including uncomfortable prenup conversations, with steady honesty. Rather than pretending the past never happened, it shows how to turn loyalty to children and loyalty binds children into clear, protective agreements that everyone can understand. You will learn how to design holiday rotations families can live with, write a simple conflict protocol couples can follow when tempers spike, and craft a shared purpose marriage statement that keeps you aligned when life gets noisy. Step-by-step exercises, case stories, and plain-language scripts make it easier to say the hard sentences out loud and stay in the room when feelings rise. Whether you are newly engaged or quietly wondering if a second wedding is wise at all, this is a companion for building a thoughtful, transparent partnership. It will not promise perfection, but it will give you a practical map for making this commitment with clear eyes and an open heart, one conversation at a time.
The 2-Week Reset
When your marriage is running on low battery, the last thing you want is a heavy programme that demands more time, money, and emotional energy than you actually have. This book offers a different route for the tired but still hopeful couple: a focused, two-week experiment of tired marriage reset built from micro-rituals you can start tonight. Across fourteen days, you will follow a clear 14 day marriage plan that fits around real lives, not empty calendars. Short prompts and couples communication exercises help you swap criticism for curiosity and silence for simple check-ins. You will build marriage micro rituals of attention and touch, and practise couples gratitude practice that feels genuine rather than forced. A straightforward marriage apology framework shows you how to repair small hurts before they harden. You will design tech free couple time that survives busy workweeks, and try fresh at home date ideas that do not depend on restaurants or sitters. Written as accessible relationship self help, it treats your partnership as a living system you can learn to tune. By the end, you will have a repeatable reset for reconnecting with your partner, plus a handful of simple habits that keep you feeling like allies in the middle of ordinary, messy days.
I Ching for a New Age
For over 3,000 years, the Chinese have placed great value on the I Ching, turning to it for guidance and insight regarding past, present, and future events. For over a decade, researcher Robert Benson worked towards making the English text of this book easier to understand and appreciate. The result is an I Chingthat stands alone, providing answers for anyone facing a time of personal crisis.
Don't Lie To Me
Michael Baisden does it again with another relationship book masterpiece that challenges readers to confront their own self honesty!"Many books have been written about why people lie and cheat," Michael says, "But what about the lies we tell ourselves that open us up to these narcissists?"People can only manipulate you when you either don't know who you are, or you feel underserving of what you want and need!The Journey To Transparency begins with being real with ourselves and that self-truth will expose and eliminate people with bad intentions!
Ghosts Of Clinton County
Have you ever been awakened at night to see an ethereal figure at the foot of your bed? Have your faucets turned on and of as if guided by an unseen hand? If you enjoy telling or reading such tales, this book of true ghost stories is made for you. North Country media personality Gordie Little has collected and told ghost stories for many years. Now for the first time, he has selected over thirty of his best stories for publication in Ghosts of Clinton County.
12 Magic Wands
This insightful guide is for recognizing the magic in your life, and using it to improve your physical, mental, and spiritual self. After explaining what magic is, the book offers twelve magic "wands." Each wand provides practical tools and exercises to gain control over a specific area in your life, such as friendship and love. Included are inspiring true stories of people who have used the magic in their lives to both help themselves and point the way to others.
Brief Motivational Interviewing for Busy Clinicians
A Structured, Evidence-Based Framework for Brief Motivational Interviewing in Time-Constrained Clinical Settings The average primary care visit lasts fifteen to twenty minutes. The behavior-change conversation inside that visit typically lasts less than one. That gap between what patients need and what clinicians have time to deliver is where chronic conditions worsen, medication goes untaken, and lifestyle advice goes unfollowed. Brief motivational interviewing bridges that gap with a repeatable, clock-based template that fits inside the encounters clinicians already have. The 10-Minute MI Template: Open, Focus, Evoke, Plan This book delivers a structured four-phase framework that maps the core processes of motivational interviewing onto a practical ten-minute window. Each phase includes starter questions, scripted language, and clear time markers so clinicians can conduct meaningful, collaborative behavior-change conversations without extending the visit. A five-minute express variant is included for ultra-brief encounters in emergency departments, pharmacy counters, and urgent care settings. OARS Skills, Change Talk Recognition, and Ready-to-Use Clinical Tools Fourteen chapters move from MI foundations through applied clinical scenarios across primary care, health coaching, dental, pharmacy, pediatrics, and integrated behavioral health. Over twenty annotated clinical vignettes demonstrate the template in action. The DARN-CAT framework for recognizing change talk and sustain talk is taught with dozens of real-world examples and response strategies. Reproducible appendices include a lamination-ready consult sheet, an OARS cheat sheet, a twenty-scenario practice bank with scored response options, nine pre-built Elicit-Provide-Elicit scripts, a self-assessment scorecard, and a complete MI glossary. Built for Busy Clinicians, Health Coaches, and Care Teams The MI approach covered here draws on three decades of research showing that brief MI interventions of one to three sessions produce measurable improvements in medication adherence, physical activity, smoking cessation, alcohol reduction, and chronic disease self-management. Specific chapters address training community health workers, building MI-consistent clinic cultures, integrating MI documentation into electronic health records, and sustaining MI skills over time with peer practice groups and self-directed learning plans. What Makes This Guide Different Most MI textbooks run four hundred pages and assume access to multi-day training workshops. This guide puts a usable framework in the reader's hands before page one hundred and backs every technique with printable tools designed for daily clinical workflow. The read-once, reference-forever design means the one-page consult sheet and pocket cards do the heavy lifting long after the book is read.
Grand Canyon Ghost Stories
Past midnight, a visitor to Grand Canyon National Park sees little boys play under the stars at a lookout before they vanish into thin air. Are they the tragic spirits of two brothers left in a car that plunged into the canyon at that very spot? Deep in the canyon, an old dory drifts down the Colorado River, its wooden oars creaking in the night--but no one is aboard. In buildings around the canyon rim, lights turn on when they should be off, spectral figures appear and disappear, and various things go bump in the night. Join Debe Branning to tour the Grand Canyon's haunted places and learn the stories behind the specters. Her clear directions--and sensible warnings--make sure you locate and enjoy these haunted sites.
