Climbing Mountains Together
We have counseled many people in over two decades of practice and have had the privilege of providing assistance regarding a variety of issues. What we have discovered regarding marriage counseling is that many relationships are stuck and unable to get their footing in order to advance in their lives together. Just as mountain climbers attempt to scale a mountain in order to reach the pinnacle victoriously, the same objective is desired in marriage. Both goals will take teamwork, preparation, communication, hard work, and mutual understanding regarding the objective. The material in this book will give you some insight into what needs to be applied in your lives and marriages and ultimately lead you to working better together as one according to God's design and experiencing victory in your marriage.
Happily Ever After is a Choice
Have you given up on love? A first-time bride at the age of fifty-two, Maria Mugica transformed her rocky love life and finally met and married the love of her life. Part memoir, part guide, she shares an honest and deeply personal account of her trials and tribulations while providing practical tips and nuggets of wisdom learned along the way. She provides a road map for women who are seeking their true love.Happily Ever After Is A Choice will help you: Heal yourself and your past relationships.Create practical and fun ways to prepare for your man.Gain clarity and vision for the love you desire.Be inspired and motivated to continue on your journey to true love.Though the destination may be finding your man, the woman you become along the way is really the greatest gift, and this book shows you the way. "Happily Ever After is a Choice is a beautifully crafted, deeply personal, and transformational guide to love, healing, and self-discovery. Maria Mugica weaves together her own heartfelt journey with practical wisdom, soulful reflections, and actionable steps to help women release past wounds and open their hearts to the love they truly deserve. Her vulnerability and insight make this book a powerful companion for any woman seeking to align with the energy of true love. This isn't just a book about finding a partner-it's a sacred invitation to embrace yourself fully, walk with faith, and create a love story that resonates with your soul. A must-read for anyone ready to step into the highest vision of love!"- Rev. Cynthia Ambriz, Spiritual Therapist & CoachAuthor of Life Finds a Way: A Journey of Healing and Return to Wholeness
Compassionate Journeys
In this amazing work, Westbrook generously shares with us the tools he has used and created over the last 30 years to bring comfort - physical, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual - to the dying, the families of the dying, and their professional and lay caregivers. Using the narrative style of Native Americans, Westbrook role-models his tools through a series of powerful, poignant, and moving stand-alone stories which illustrate precisely how to journey and navigate some of the most difficult End-of-Life situations, and to do so with Grace, equanimity, and deep partnership. Whether those dying are young or old, male or female, sober or loaded, sheltered or homeless, alone or surrounded, appreciative or combative, terrified or curious, rich or poor, or any other pairings you can imagine, this book engages the reader in ways to quickly establish trust and rapport and to then use humor, curiosity, reframing, and other tools to challenge, support, and co-journey with patients and families in ways that are transformative. The beauty of this book is that each brief chapter is a stand-alone teaching tool that can be used independently of the rest of the book. It can be used as a supplementary text for students, and in continuing education workshops for professionals. It can be used by the dying themselves and/or by their families. It can be read in quiet contemplation, or aloud as a stimulus for conversations of depth and weight and of hope and transformation. The power of this book and its tools lies in its role-modeling of how to simply use our humanity - our suffering, vulnerability, courage, humor, compassion, passion, curiosity, honor, love, and imperfection to create deep and lasting connection as we co-journey toward the End-of-Life.
The Warrior Inside
The Warrior Inside details the life events of Jeanette Golden. As a very young girl, Jeanette was caught in a web of poverty and sexual and physical abuse. In spite of her situation, her warrior spirit gave her an inner strength and tenacity to survive. She was determined to be an overcomer and fight for her destiny. In her early teenage years, Jeanette made a decision. She would not allow the circumstances that shrouded her life to define her future. Throwing a few belongings in a sack, she left her house of horror and found a place of refuge living under a bridge. A loving family by the name of Kurtz became aware of Jeanette's homeless lifestyle. They took Jeanette in, adopted her, and raised her as one of their own. Under Mom Barbara Kurtz's tutelage, Jeanette became a born-again Christian. Jeanette's life would never be the same. Moving forward, Jeanette earned her bachelor of science degree, fell in love, and married Dr. Gary Golden. Together they would build a new life in Hemphill, Texas. There Jeanette became involved in her church and her community. Her warrior spirit and her strong faith in God took her to new heights. Jeanette dared to believe for the impossible to become possible. Nothing could stand in her way: Stage 4 cancer, the miraculous birth of her sons, the unbelievable and insurmountable community and church activities, the overturning a Texas Department of Transportation law prohibiting religious highway signs on personal property, and her remarkable resolve to restore her relationship with her biological family. God indeed had taken a young girl out of the darkest abyss and placed her upon a solid rock. Through her life, a light would shine like one of the brightest stars.
Saftar
Originally written as an article and published in September 2024 on Marginalia Subversiva, Saftar: A Wound in the Human Story captures the immense grief and silences left behind by the erasure of Palestinian lives. The title, drawn from the Arabic roots of "Saftar"-meaning both "journey" and "torn"-reflects the heartbreak of lives cut short, stories that will never be told, and the relentless loss endured by Palestinians. Through vivid and poignant prose, Story leGa簿e transforms personal anguish into a profound tribute to those missing, abducted, and erased. Seventy-five percent of the proceeds from this book will be donated to the Gaza Soup Kitchen, supporting families impacted by ongoing violence. Saftar is not just a book; it is a memorial and a call to hold space for those silenced by oppression.
Behind Closed Doors
Behind the image of strength and stoicism lies a truth rarely acknowledged-men can be victims too. Behind Closed Doors exposes the often-ignored reality of male victimhood in domestic settings, challenging societal assumptions and shining a light on stories silenced by stigma.Drawing on personal accounts, expert insights, and hard-hitting statistics, this powerful book breaks through the walls of denial to reveal a world where abuse knows no gender. From emotional manipulation to physical violence, it reveals the hidden battles men face behind the fa癟ade of masculinity.Compassionate, unflinching, and deeply necessary, Behind Closed Doors is a call to broaden the conversation on domestic abuse and create a space where all survivors are seen-and heard.Because silence protects no one.
Broken but Blooming
Some wounds aren't visible-but they shape us just the same. Broken but Blooming is a heartfelt, courageous exploration of one sensitive soul's journey through the isolating pain of bullying and the quiet resilience it took to rise above it.Through raw reflection and emotional depth, this book traces the path from brokenness to healing, offering comfort to those who've been silenced, overlooked, or made to feel "too much." It's a testament to the power of self-acceptance, the beauty in sensitivity, and the strength it takes to grow even in the harshest conditions.More than a story of survival, Broken but Blooming is a celebration of inner growth-a gentle reminder that even the most fragile hearts can find strength, hope, and purpose beyond the pain.Because even in darkness, flowers still bloom.
Looking For Love/The Marie Del’Rio Story
This Book Is A Testament To A Woman Who Never Gave Up, And Who Never Lost Her Faith No Matter How Hard Life Became. It's A Story Of Love, Loss, And Triumph!!!
Hot Wife Hot Life Anthology
"Hot Wife Hot Life" is an anthology that delves into the intricacies of married life. Within its pages, readers will find stories that explore the challenges and joys of marital commitment, the importance of faith in sustaining relationships, and the beauty of redemption and forgiveness. Through shared stories of love and spiritual growth, this anthology offers a reflection on the sanctity of marriage and the power of God's grace to transform lives. Embark on a journey of faith, hope, and love within the pages of "Hot Wife Hot Life," where the bonds of matrimony become even stronger with God at the center of the relationship.
Love Language of Grief
"Love Language of Grief" is a poignant anthology that brings together the voices of nine authors, each sharing their deeply personal experiences with grief. "Love Language of Grief" is a canvas of heartfelt narratives. These writers explore the multifaceted journey of loss, offering an intimate glimpse into their struggles and the resilience that emerges in the aftermath. Each story is a testament to the enduring human spirit, revealing how grief shapes, transforms, and ultimately enriches the lives of those left behind. This collection is not just about sorrow but also about the profound love that underscores every loss and the varied ways we find to cope and heal. "Love Language of Grief" invites readers to connect with the universal yet uniquely individual experience of mourning, finding solace and solidarity in shared stories of remembrance and recovery.
Master Your Attachment Style
Master Your Attachment Style: Overcome Anxiety, Avoidance, and Emotional Instability to Build Secure, Lasting RelationshipsDo you struggle with relationships that feel overwhelming, unpredictable, or emotionally exhausting? Do you find yourself anxiously seeking reassurance, withdrawing from intimacy, or caught between both extremes?You're not alone. Millions of adults experience attachment challenges that make it difficult to build healthy, secure relationships. But attachment patterns can be understood, reshaped, and transformed.This comprehensive guide helps you break free from anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment styles. Whether you constantly worry about being abandoned, struggle to connect emotionally, or experience inconsistent relationship patterns, you'll find clear, actionable solutions inside.Inside, you'll discover: The science behind attachment styles and how they shape relationshipsA step-by-step plan to shift from anxiety to trust and securityHow to manage relationship fears, stop overthinking, and build self-confidenceThe hidden causes of emotional detachment and how to overcome avoidanceTechniques to balance independence and intimacy without feeling overwhelmedHow to break free from toxic cycles and self-sabotaging behaviorsStrategies for developing emotional regulation and improving communicationPractical exercises for healing past wounds and reshaping unhealthy patternsInsights into maintaining a secure attachment style for long-term happinessReal-life case studies of successful attachment transformationsChanging deeply ingrained patterns may feel impossible, but with the right knowledge and tools, it's absolutely achievable. This book provides a practical, empathetic approach to understanding your attachment style and creating healthier, more fulfilling relationships.Each chapter offers clear insights, step-by-step strategies, and effective exercises to help you break free from the past and build the secure, loving connections you deserve.
Master Your Attachment Style
Master Your Attachment Style: Overcome Anxiety, Avoidance, and Emotional Instability to Build Secure, Lasting RelationshipsDo you struggle with relationships that feel overwhelming, unpredictable, or emotionally exhausting? Do you find yourself anxiously seeking reassurance, withdrawing from intimacy, or caught between both extremes?You're not alone. Millions of adults experience attachment challenges that make it difficult to build healthy, secure relationships. But attachment patterns can be understood, reshaped, and transformed.This comprehensive guide helps you break free from anxious, avoidant, and disorganized attachment styles. Whether you constantly worry about being abandoned, struggle to connect emotionally, or experience inconsistent relationship patterns, you'll find clear, actionable solutions inside.Inside, you'll discover: The science behind attachment styles and how they shape relationshipsA step-by-step plan to shift from anxiety to trust and securityHow to manage relationship fears, stop overthinking, and build self-confidenceThe hidden causes of emotional detachment and how to overcome avoidanceTechniques to balance independence and intimacy without feeling overwhelmedHow to break free from toxic cycles and self-sabotaging behaviorsStrategies for developing emotional regulation and improving communicationPractical exercises for healing past wounds and reshaping unhealthy patternsInsights into maintaining a secure attachment style for long-term happinessReal-life case studies of successful attachment transformationsChanging deeply ingrained patterns may feel impossible, but with the right knowledge and tools, it's absolutely achievable. This book provides a practical, empathetic approach to understanding your attachment style and creating healthier, more fulfilling relationships.Each chapter offers clear insights, step-by-step strategies, and effective exercises to help you break free from the past and build the secure, loving connections you deserve.
Fake Love Is Real Hate
In this book, Shan talks about the dynamic of valuable relationships, versus dead weight associations. He helps you to separate real friends, from fake ones. Real family, from fake ones. How to recognize them and how to deal with them. A lot of people need to understand that all love isn't genuine. Everyone doesn't want to see you happy or winning. This book will help you spot fake love to prevent getting double crossed out here, because fake love is worse than real hate.
Pretend They Are Dead
When Steven's dad, Allen, disappeared, he left behind more than his children-he left a legacy of loss and family secrets. Though working just miles away, Allen gave up his kids for adoption. He was soon replaced by another man, one with his own four children, whose strict rules and explosive temper made home a place of fear rather than refuge. Steven spent decades wrestling with the wounds of abandonment and abuse, burying his pain so deep it became "the feeling of no feeling." A forced move to Florida, a brutal fist fight, and a grisly car crash pushed Steven to life's edge resulting in a move to Israel, where he discovered that "self-help" meant he would die a failure unless he learned to help himself.Pretend They Are Dead is a gripping memoir of survival, trauma, and resilience-told with raw honesty, filmic detail, and defiant humor. Steven grew up rejected: Two men claimed to be his father but neither proved to be a dad. Determined not to repeat the past, he become an unwavering presence in the lives of his own five children. His story will both shock and inspire.
The Cost of Quiet
An empowering, healing guide that reveals the true cost of avoidant behavior in a relationship--disconnection, disengagement, and divorce--and shows how we can instead learn to speak up and start connecting with the ones we love most. "I wish I had spoken up sooner." People think relationships fail because of deal breakers like infidelity, finances, or parenting problems. But the real culprit is often much less dramatic: emotional disconnection after years of staying silent and avoiding conflict. We're afraid to say what we need because we worry about what will come next. Avoidant behavior--the need to "keep the peace" rather than dealing with conflict head on--isn't our fault. Our ingrained attachment wiring urges us to sidestep day-to-day disputes and brush lingering problems under the rug. But silence is a losing proposition in the long term, leading us to self-abandon and essentially "quiet quit" our relationships. We can make another choice. In The Cost of Quiet, licensed marriage and family therapist Colette Jane Fehr shines a light on the epidemic of avoidant behavior and how to overcome it. Drawing from the latest attachment science and evidence-based therapies she's used to repair the bond between hundreds of couples, Fehr gives us the tools to approach those we love with openness, honesty, and vulnerability. The ultimate goal: a securely attached relationship that engages with conflict productively, and the confidence that comes from speaking up and being heard--because a good relationship is worth fighting for.
Better Together, Built to Last
Better Together, Built to Last, is a faith-filled, honest, and down-to-earth guide, blending wisdom, grace, and a touch of humor because, let's be honest, marriage is full of moments that will either make you laugh or test your patience. Writing this book together as husband and wife we share insights from our journey of having a baby and marrying young, only to be met with the unexpected challenges of parenting, military life, and the rollercoaster of adulting. Love was our starting point, but we soon realized that staying together through life's challenges requires more than just love. Cracks appeared in our foundation, and we had two choices: drift apart or come together to relay it and rebuild our house, one brick at a time.This book is for couples in every season, those whose marriages feel strong, those barely holding on, and everyone in between. It's for newlyweds laying their foundation, military families navigating unique pressures, and anyone longing to build (or rebuild) a lasting love. Through the lens of building a house, we'll walk you through laying a solid foundation, reinforcing your connection, repairing what's been damaged, and nurturing the kind of love that weathers every storm. With practical tools, heartfelt stories, and gentle guidance (sprinkled with some honest laughs from lessons learned the hard way), this book will encourage, equip, and empower you to not just survive marriage-but to build a lasting legacy of love, joy, and unwavering commitment. We hope that as you read, you'll find grace for where you've been, strength for where you are, and hope for where you're headed-together, on a foundation that's truly built to last.
The Marriage Habit
Most couples don't need more therapy--they just need better habits. In this fresh, data-driven book, the creators of the Marriage365 app reveal the practical secrets behind a relationship that lasts. "These ten habits will take you on a journey that leads to a loving, caring, supportive marriage--the marriage you dreamed of when you got married. I highly recommend it."--Gary Chapman, PhD, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages Get ready to upgrade your marriage and life. After fifteen years of helping couples through their Marriage365 app, Casey and Meygan Caston have gained tremendous insight into the common issues couples from all walks of life are facing and how they choose to solve (or not solve) them. In The Marriage Habit, they draw on user data and candid stories from couples around the world to offer a set of non-negotiable habits that successful couples use to maintain and repair their relationships. In this candid and relatable guide, they show you how to implement simple habits that create massive results, such as: - The power of offering a daily "60-second blessing" to affirm your spouse- Taking regular "awareness inventories" to appreciate how your partner's preferences, opinions, and differences are evolving- Offering an unsolicited apology can break down walls of resentment and disconnection- Removing assumptions and being clearer about the specific ways you want to be loved - And more... Focused on action and practicality, and filled with advice from a relatable couple who's been there themselves, The Marriage Habit takes readers from striving to thriving, offering hope for couples in any circumstances to solve their own problems as they work to create the relationship of their dreams.
Magnetic Love
"The Last Book You'll Ever Need to Read to Approach, Seduce, and Win Over the Man or Men You Desire" is the ultimate guide for women who are ready to take control of their love lives and unlock the secrets to attraction, connection, and lasting relationships. Blending psychology, practical strategies, and empowering advice, this book provides a step-by-step roadmap to confidently approach and captivate the men you desire-whether for dating, relationships, or marriage. From mastering the art of flirting and creating magnetic chemistry to building emotional intimacy and sustaining passion in long-term relationships, this guide equips you with the tools to navigate every stage of romance.Highlights include: How to build unshakable confidence and embrace your authentic self.Proven techniques for creating attraction and sexual tension.Strategies for moving from casual dating to committed relationships.Tips for recognizing and avoiding red flags while attracting high-value men.Tools for sustaining passion and intimacy in long-term partnerships.This book is more than a dating guide-it's a manual for self-empowerment, teaching you how to cultivate self-love, set boundaries, and create the fulfilling romantic life you deserve. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to reignite the spark in your current relationship, this is the last book you'll ever need to read to achieve success in love and beyond.
In The Belly Of The Whale
In the Belly of the Whale: Where You Can No Longer Hide or Run Away from God by Linda Fleming is an inspiring book about a woman who is in a car accident and finds herself reflecting on the darkest moments of her life while in the coma induced vision of being in the belly of a whale. Through this experience, God brings her to a place of redemption and healing, and her entire life is changed. Linda Fleming was born in a small New England town close to the New Hampshire border. She was one of four children. Linda enjoys reading and writing stories gardening and cooking. This is her first book. She does have another she is working on. Linda hopes that you find inspiration to do what God has called you to do in life.
Beneath The Broken Sky
Beneath the Broken Sky is a poignant tale of love, resilience, and hope in the midst of war. From the quiet desert town of Zarifa to the bustling streets of Paris, Nasser, Maya, and Rashida draw strength from one another and the bonds that unite them. In the face of uncertainty and loss, their courage and shared love light the way, showing that even in the darkest times, renewal and connection can thrive. This powerful story explores the profound impact of human connection, the power of dreams, and the courage to face the unknown-offering a celebration of survival, homecoming, and the enduring light of love.
How to Fix Toxic Relationships
Are you trapped in toxic relationships that drain your soul? Stuck in toxic family relationships that leave you exhausted? This is the relationship manual your toxic parents, partners, and narcissistic family members hope you'll never discover.Toxic relationships are more than just emotionally draining-they can have lasting effects on your mental and physical health. The science behind why they're so damaging is clear. Neuroscientists have found that guilt, obligation, and financial control can literally rewire your brain, leaving you feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns.WHAT MAKES THIS TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS WORKBOOK DIFFERENT?Most books tell you to "just love harder" or "be more understanding." This healing from toxic relationships guide gives you the weapons to: ✅ Decode toxic mother-daughter relationships (and other poisonous family bonds)✅ Spot the invisible warfare in toxic relationships family systems✅ Deploy psychological armor against emotional vampiresTHE TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS WORKBOOK SECTION INCLUDES: The 3-Day Detox Method for how to let go of toxic relationshipsRelationship X-Rays to see through toxic behavior patternsDaily healing from toxic relationships exercises SPECIAL SECTIONS FOR OVERTHINKERS: How to stop overthinking and anxiety in toxic dynamicsThe overthinking self repair toolkitWhy overthinking women are particularly targetedTOXIC PARENTING FOR MOMS WHO WANT TO CHANGE: Breaking toxic narcissistic family cyclesRewriting toxic parent-child relationship patternsThe toxic parent book truths they never teachFOR THOSE IN THE FOG (Fear, Obligation, Guilt): How to change toxic relationship dynamics permanentlyToxic parents book for kids of all ages (even adult children)Kids book for divorced parents dealing with toxic ex-partnersHEALING THE UNSPEAKABLE: How to let go of trauma caused by familyPractical ways to deal with toxic feelingsTransforming toxic relationships into distant memoriesThis book contains tested psychological strategies that may: Make toxic people uncomfortableTrigger your awakeningActually workIf you're not ready to: Face hard truths about toxic family relationshipsLearn how to heal from toxic relationships permanentlyDiscover how to change toxic relationship patterns...THEN CLOSE THIS PAGE NOW.But if you're ready for real solutions (not just inspirational quotes about toxic relationships)... SCROLL UP AND CLAIM YOUR COPY BEFORE YOUR OVERTHINKING SELF TALKS YOU OUT OF IT!(The book your toxic relationships don't want you to read.)
The Family Business Guru
Stand in your truth and transform your family business legacy!Navigating the intricate dance of running a family business while maintaining strong relationships with your loved ones can seem like an enigma, especially when cultural expectations and generational differences come into play. So, how do you manage your professional responsibilities while earning the love and respect of your family? Is it possible to take charge of your business and feel confident and in control, all while maintaining a great relationship with your relatives?After juggling many roles and serving as the Chief Transformation Officer at her third-generational, multi-million-dollar global family business empire, being the founder of her own multi-six figure business, and being a loving daughter and wife, international bestselling author Avadhi Dhruv has discovered the keys to having it all!In The Family Business Guru, you will learn how to: - Make strategic and unified decisions in your family business- Express differing opinions without risking family discord through effective communication strategies- Stay on track when you face pitfalls and challenges- Strengthen both your business and family relationships by setting clear boundaries- Have unparalleled confidence and self-worth to achieve the next level of business successAvadhi's profound wisdom, drawn from a lifetime of navigating the dueling worlds of executive leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal relationships, will provide everything you need to build a business that runs without you while gaining you the affection and admiration of your loved ones.
Friends for Jannah
What does it truly mean to have a friend for the sake of Allah? Take a soul-stirring journey through the beauty, depth, and spiritual richness of friendship in Islam. Drawing from the Qur'an, Hadith, and the lives of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions, this book is your essential guide to forming meaningful connections that nourish your faith and character-both in this world and the next. What you'll learn from this book: Rooted in Revelation: Learn how to build and maintain friendships based on Qur'anic guidance and prophetic traditions that lead to Jannah (Paradise).Emotional and Spiritual Growth: Discover how righteous companions uplift your Imaan, provide support during hardship, and help you navigate life's tests with grace.Timeless Wisdom: Be inspired by stories of loyalty, compassion, and selflessness from Islamic history that illustrate the true meaning of friendship.Practical Guidance: Gain tools for selecting the right friends, resolving conflicts with Islamic values, and nurturing lifelong, faith-centred bonds. Whether you're deep in your Islamic journey or just beginning, this book offers relatable insights and heart-centred advice for anyone seeking genuine, supportive relationships. Beyond Sentimentality: This isn't just a feel-good book-it's a blueprint for building real, lasting, and spiritually rewarding friendships based on divine principles. Friends for Jannah is your invitation to a deeper kind of connection-one that brings joy in this life and reward in the Hereafter. If you want to benefit from the valuable lessons and guidance found in this book, we'll see you inside!
Love in Exile
Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2025 by Vogue"Uncommonly wise and honest. Love in Exile flooded me with a sense of continuity and hope. A masterpiece from start to finish." --Maggie Nelson, author of Like LoveA disarmingly wry treatise-cum-memoir on love in a lonely age by a celebrated thinker and columnist for Vogue. Love is supposedly attainable for us all. But for most people, especially women, success with "love"--the yardstick we use to measure our value across romance, parenthood, sex, religion, and friendship--can feel out of reach, an experience frequently ascribed to a personal failing. This sense of unworthiness is, according to Shon Faye, "a form of exile: an intentional, punitive banishment that serves political ends." Faye, a trans woman in her thirties, has felt isolated from love for as long as she can remember. So after the devastation of her first heartbreak, she figured it was time to find out why. The subsequent investigation, Love in Exile, boldly reframes love's elusiveness as a collective question. Conversationally frank and intellectually ambitious, these eight voice-driven essays unpack the norms governing love in our time with the insight of a shrewd outsider. Here, Faye examines her breakups with cis men alongside lessons from Lana Del Rey and Alain de Botton, explores the lovelessness that fueled her time as an addict, tackles the relationship between feminine self-worth and motherhood, and finally attempts to discover genuine self-acceptance. The result is a dive into universal, deeply felt questions about love, reframed through a radical, revolutionary perspective. Written with the humor and rigor that made Faye an internationally bestselling writer, Love in Exile is a thrilling reckoning with love in our time.
