A Meaningful Life
We live in times of great change, a time when our personal strengths are stretched, sometimes even to the breaking point. The results are disheartening. Many of us fail at our jobs and our relationships; others become addicted to substances or activities that offer only temporary respite. A MEANINGFUL LIFE is a book about living purposefully and composedly in today's world of strife, turmoil, uncertainty, and competitive survival. The recognition is that, with a stable, intelligently derived sense of meaning, anyone can weather any storm with courage and composure, or, as stated by Friedrich Nietzsche, "If we have our own why in life, we shall get along with almost any how."Without it, today's youth and even some older adults are burdened by feelings of uncertainty, loneliness, fear, depression, or despair, leaving a hole in the soul they cannot comprehend, far less fill. The consequence is the irresistible attraction to alcohol, drugs, entertainment, or activities that cause harm to self or others to escape these feelings, or they seek spurious comfort in pretense or acts of physical, sexual, or financial control.Real meaning can only be reached through a logical and scientifically derived definition of the human spirit as the essence of the power of self. This book uses dialogue that critically examines the nature of self, of theism, and of our physical reality to guide the reader to realize their own "why" so they can reach that objective for themselves or to guide someone in their charge to do so.It does not offer ten easy answers or twelve rules to follow. It will, instead, take you through a serious analysis of the human spirit and a logical conclusion on how to realize it, activate it, and build it to a purposeful end. It will introduce historical and scientific facts that may, on the surface, seem irrelevant but, in the end become necessary for your full acceptance and ownership of the conclusions. Your "why" will allow you to confidently create you own "how's".
Blame It On The Tism
So... You've Entered the Autism MultiverseCongratulations. You now speak fluent "beige food," can identify a scratchy clothing tag at fifty paces, and have filled in the same local authority form so many times you're considering listing it as a hobby.This book will not: Cure autism.Magically shorten waiting lists.Stop people saying "But they don't look autistic."This book will: Explain the difference between antisocial and socially selective (hint: we like people... just not all of them... and preferably not loudly).Talk honestly about masking - aka "Oscar-Worthy Acting in a Supermarket."Gently dismantle the term "high-functioning" without dismantling your sanity.Validate the sensory chaos of scratchy tags, wrong socks, and food that is the wrong shade of beige.Make you feel significantly less alone at 2 am when Googling, "Is this normal?"Written from lived experience - as an autistic parent raising an autistic child - this isn't a textbook, and it's definitely not a patronising "10 Easy Steps" guide. It's real life. It's funny because sometimes if you don't laugh, you'll cry (and you've already done enough of that in the car park).
Going It Alone
Every year, several thousand single women turn to UK fertility clinics in order to start a family using donor conception, and many more consider adoption. This book considers the choices available and their implications for mothers and children throughout childhood and beyond.
The Colors of Home
The Colors of HomeHome isn't a place.It's a reckoning.After her husband dies from leukemia, Ebony McMullen packs her three children into an overstuffed Suburban and drives fifteen hours from Colorado to North Carolina-back to the small Southern town her husband once fled without explanation.She's out of money. Out of options.And forced to live in a house owned by the father-in-law, who never wanted her.On the surface, the town is postcard-perfect-church steeples, front porches, Friday night lights. But beneath the magnolias and manners lies something colder.Her oldest son, Owen, burns with anger after legal trouble in Colorado. Scotty clings to the hope that football will help him belong. Destiny-bright, perceptive, and unashamed of her Down syndrome-sees beauty everywhere.But in this town, difference is noticed.A diner waitress asks, "What are you?"A teacher assumes Ebony belongs in the kitchen.A rival father hurls a racial slur under stadium lights.Then someone humiliates Destiny in a calculated act meant to send a message-and the fragile stability Ebony has fought to build begins to splinter.As tensions rise, Ebony discovers that the town's history-and her father-in-law Shane McMullen's past-hold secrets far darker than she imagined. The man who controls the roof over their heads has buried truths that could shatter reputations, expose long-hidden betrayals, and force Ebony to question everything she thought she knew about her marriage.Because nothing here is as it seems.Not the neighbors.Not the past.Not even the story she's been told about why her husband left.When old loyalties collide with dangerous revelations, Ebony must decide whether survival is enough-or if it's time to fight for justice, truth, and a home her children can claim without apology.The Colors of Home is a powerful, emotionally charged novel about grief, race, redemption, and the courage it takes to confront the past.Because sometimes home isn't where you're welcomed.It's where you choose to stand.
When Two Become Stronger
What if marriage was not just about staying together... but becoming stronger together?In a world where relationships are often strained by stress, distractions and emotional distance, many couples find themselves drifting apart rather than growing closer. Yet marriage was never meant to be a struggle for survival; it was meant to be a journey of unity, growth and deep connection.When Two Become Stronger is a powerful and practical guide for couples who want more than just a functional relationship. It is for those who desire a marriage that is spiritually grounded, emotionally secure and deeply intimate.This is not just another book on communication or date nights. It is a revolutionary guide to building a relationship that is unshakeable. This book moves beyond the surface to tackle the three essential pillars of a lasting union: the Spiritual, the Emotional, and the Intimate.Drawing on timeless wisdom, practical insights and heartfelt encouragement, this book shows couples how to transform their relationship into a partnership where both individuals grow together rather than apart.Inside this inspiring guide, you will discover how to: Build a strong spiritual foundation that unites your hearts and strengthens your bondDevelop emotional understanding and empathy that deepens trust and connectionCommunicate openly and resolve conflict with wisdom and respectRekindle romance and intimacy in meaningful and lasting waysSupport each other's dreams while growing as one unified teamCreate a relationship built on love, purpose and mutual growthWhether you are newly married, preparing for marriage or have been together for many years, this book will help you rediscover the beauty of growing together instead of drifting apart, because the strongest relationships are not those without challenges, they are the ones where two people choose, every day, to grow stronger together.If you are ready to build a marriage that is deeper, richer and more fulfilling, this book will guide you on that journey.
Byteproof Parenting
Is your child safe in the digital world?As a parent, the internet often feels like a wild frontier-unpredictable, overwhelming, and potentially dangerous. We worry about screen time, social media, and the hidden corners of the web, but "fear-based" parenting doesn't work in the digital age.In Byteproof Parenting, cybersecurity professional and father Bruno Airosa Cabrera bridges the gap between technical complexity and practical, everyday parenting. This isn't just a book about restrictions; it's a roadmap for empowerment.Inside, you will discover how to: Move Beyond Fear: Shift from a reactive "policing" mindset to a proactive "mentoring" approach.Build a Digital Advisory Board: Create a support network for your family's technology journey.Navigate the New Frontier: Understand the implications of AI, the Metaverse, and the future of digital identity.Foster Resilience: Equip your children to be confident, responsible, and resilient digital citizens rather than just passive users.Written with a blend of scientific research and a conversational, informal tone, Byteproof Parenting gives you the tools to guide your children through the digital era with confidence. Stop worrying about the digital world and start preparing your family to thrive in it.
Moments Matter
Nurturing poetry from the heart for everyone, reflecting on moments that matter in life, about love, relationships, laughter, parenthood, school years, children, nature, heartache, pets. Contains beautiful art by local high school artists, whose creativity bring to life the Author's poems. Enjoy.
Penley the Panda and the Power of Confidence
This book is a gentle, motivational children's story about overcoming self-doubt and discovering inner confidence.The story follows Penley, a young panda who loves martial arts but wakes up one day feeling unsure of himself. As he prepares for practice, he worries about making mistakes and not being good enough. With encouragement from his family and friends, Penley learns that confidence doesn't mean being perfect or fearless, it means having the courage to try, even when you feel scared.Through simple language and relatable moments, like wobbling during practice or feeling nervous. Penley gradually builds self-belief. By the end of the day, he realizes that confidence comes from within and grows each time you keep trying.
Penley the Panda and the Power of Confidence
This book is a gentle, motivational children's story about overcoming self-doubt and discovering inner confidence.The story follows Penley, a young panda who loves martial arts but wakes up one day feeling unsure of himself. As he prepares for practice, he worries about making mistakes and not being good enough. With encouragement from his family and friends, Penley learns that confidence doesn't mean being perfect or fearless, it means having the courage to try, even when you feel scared.Through simple language and relatable moments, like wobbling during practice or feeling nervous. Penley gradually builds self-belief. By the end of the day, he realizes that confidence comes from within and grows each time you keep trying.
Anger Management For Parents
Anger Management for Parents is a practical guide focused on helping mothers and fathers understand, regulate, and respond constructively to anger within the family environment. The book explores the emotional and physiological aspects of anger, explaining common triggers such as stress, disappointment, unmet expectations, and external pressures that can influence parental reactions. It examines how anger affects communication, decision-making, and the parent-child relationship, offering insight into the long-term impact of yelling, criticism, and unresolved conflict on children's emotional development. Written for parents who want to build calmer, healthier family habits, this book provides step-by-step strategies for identifying triggers, managing emotional responses, and improving daily interactions with children. It presents practical tools such as using "I" statements, taking timeouts, adjusting expectations, practicing relaxation techniques, and strengthening communication skills. Additional sections focus on building trust, fostering empathy, improving listening skills, and creating deeper emotional connections with children. The overall approach is practical and experience-based, combining psychological concepts with accessible guidance designed to support more balanced, respectful, and emotionally aware parenting.
How To Be A Neuro-Affirmative Parent
Are you looking for an affirmative way to nurture your neurodivergent child's natural growth and curiosity through everyday parenting? As overwhelming as life gets, it's easy to lose sight of small moments that make a big difference in your child's development. Written by Hwee Peng Tan, a mother of a neurodivergent child, How to Be a Neuro-affirmative Parent reveals affirmation techniques rooted in science to support each child at whatever point they're at. By reading this book, you will feel you gain a friend who understands you, sitting on a couch beside you, chatting about your authentic feelings that only neurodivergent families can resonate with. This book acts like a cheerleader, reminding you you're not alone and that what you are experiencing every day is not uncommon. When you feel lost or in doubt, How to Be a Neuro-affirmative Parent will unfold fresh perspectives on cultivating confidence, passion for learning, and problem-solving skills, which turn small connections into habits that stick. It will help you uncover proven ways to spark the potential in your neurodivergent child through compassion instead of standards, where you nurture what's natural from the inside out.
Parenting a Gamer
"Perfect for any parent who wants to meet their young gamer with empathy, wisdom, and a renewed sense of partnership." --Doug Bolton, PhD, author of Untethered: Creating Connected Families, Schools, and Communities to Raise a Resilient GenerationParents have good reason to worry when they don't understand the video games their kids are playing. Their children stare at a screen for hours every day. Eyes glazed over, they seem oblivious to the world and throw tantrums when asked to help fold laundry. According to a recent survey, three-quarters of American parents think their children spend too much time in front of screens. Two-thirds of parents believe raising children is more difficult than twenty years ago, primarily due to their children's access to technology.Parents have questions and don't know what information to trust. What games are appropriate? How much screen time is too much? Have children lost the ability and desire to socialize? Are they desensitized to violence? Who are they talking to online? Why has everything become a power struggle? Author Andrew Fishman walks parents through a comprehensive guide to all the challenges of parenting a gamer. He provides scientific evidence and cultural context to empower parents to make values-based decisions and raise healthy children. Parenting a Gamer contains practical strategies to help children make healthy decisions related to gaming, balance screen time with other activities, and practice internet safety, all without arguments.When it comes to helping children make positive choices related to gaming, this book is a game changer.
From Father to Son
AS FEATURED IN THE BALTIMORE SUN From Father to Son will inspire dialogue and connection between fathers and sons. A raw truth about life is that we never know when it will end. After an auto accident claimed the life of a close friend, Dr. Joel Friedman realized how much the man's young son would never learn from his father. With this uncertainty of life in mind, Dr. Friedman decided to put into writing all the things he wanted to share with his own son. From Father to Son: 10 Guiding Principles to Live By is a poignant collection of Friedman's insights into the heart and mind and a documentation of the salient points of life--organized into ten basic points. This book is a message of love and care, imparting the wisdom needed for a deep and fulfilling life. It incorporates the teaching that have influence Friedman's life, including modern medicine, Native American medicine, American Buddhism, Taoism, Judaism, and nature studies. Anecdotes bring the material to life and will promote meaningful dialogue between a child and parent of any age. Perfect for Father's Day! Includes an afterword by New York Times bestselling author Gavin de Becker.
The DBT Workbook for ADHD and Autism
Does Any of This Sound Familiar?Your RSD fires at the smallest perceived criticism and suddenly you're convinced everyone hates you.Your relationships struggle because your partner doesn't understand why you shut down or explode over "small things."You mask so hard that you're exhausted by noon, but letting the mask slip feels terrifying.You're told to "just focus" or "calm down" by people who have no idea how your nervous system actually works.I get it. You've tried therapy. You've read the DBT workbooks. They told you these skills work for everyone.What's inside: - Why standard DBT fails ADHD and autistic brains (and the exact modifications that actually work)- The 8 senses you're processing (not 5) and why ignoring three of them keeps you dysregulated- How to regulate sensory input BEFORE emotional regulation (the foundation everyone skips)- Why "willingness vs. willfulness" gaslights demand avoidance and what to use instead- The RSD reality-check system that separates actual rejection from your brain's threat response- Time blindness strategies that work with your neurology, not against it- Communication scripts for when your brain goes offline and you can't form words- Executive function hacks for task initiation paralysis, decision freeze, and working memory failure- How to explain your needs without over-justifying or apologizing for your neurology- Alexithymia-friendly emotion identification when "name your feelings" makes no sense- Why masking is killing you and how to reduce it without feeling exposed- Meltdown vs. shutdown differences and what to do during eachRegulation is possible. Relationships can work. You just need the right tools.
The Peaceful Sleeper
Straightforward, loving, science-based approach to teach your baby how to get a good night's sleep Written by renowned family therapist and sleep coach Chrissy Lawler, The Peaceful Sleeper offers an attachment-based, research-backed approach to baby sleep, ending the heated online debate of "sleep-training." With the understanding that knowing how to help your baby get good sleep can be overwhelming given the loud, contradictory voices doling out advice, Lawler relies on a flexible and personalized approach to share solutions that work for you and your family. Readers will find insights on how to: Use clues from your baby, plus science, to determine the best approach to sleep, allowing you to get results (and more sleep!) as quickly and efficiently as possible Cut through the noise of misinformation on controversial topics like the cry-it-out method Rise above frustrating platitudes like "babies will be babies; just endure it until they're older, and it might get better" Manage sleep after sleep training, and navigate challenges like regressions, teething/illness, and schedule changes (like dropping naps) The Peaceful Sleeper is a must-read resource for new and expecting parents who need trusted support to improve their baby's sleep as well as their own sleep and mental health. The book is also invaluable for experienced parents who struggled with sleep with their older children during the newborn phase and are looking for a new approach to sleep training.
Safe & Strong A Child-Friendly Curriculum About Boundaries and Safety
Safe & StrongA Curriculum About Boundaries and SafetySafe & Strong is a comprehensive, age-appropriate curriculum designed to help children understand personal boundaries, body safety, and the power of using their voice. Created with care and intention, this program equips students with practical tools to recognize safe and unsafe situations, build confidence, and develop lifelong safety skills.This curriculum focuses on prevention without fear. Rather than overwhelming children with alarming messages, Safe & Strong emphasizes empowerment, awareness, and self-worth. Students learn that safety is not about shame or secrecy-it is about knowledge, communication, and confidence.Through guided lessons, colorful illustrations, structured discussions, and interactive practice pages, children are taught: - That their body belongs to them - How to identify and respect personal boundaries - The difference between safe, unsafe, and confusing situations - How to confidently say "no" and use a strong voice - When and how to seek help from trusted adults - How to support and protect their peers - The importance of checking with an adult when unsureEach lesson includes: A teaching page with clear, developmentally appropriate instructionA discussion section to encourage conversationA student practice page to reinforce learningReflection prompts to strengthen understandingThe curriculum is trauma-informed and designed to create calm, supportive learning environments. It encourages open communication between students and trusted adults while reinforcing that children are never in trouble for speaking up about safety concerns.Safe & Strong is suitable for use in: Elementary classroomsAfter-school programsHomeschool environmentsFaith-based educational settingsCommunity youth programsThe tone of the curriculum is empowering, inclusive, and culturally respectful. Illustrations reflect diverse children and emphasize friendship, confidence, and healthy decision-making.At its core, Safe & Strong teaches children one essential truth: They deserve to feel safe.By building awareness early, this curriculum helps children develop confidence, communication skills, and personal strength that will support them not only in childhood but throughout their lives.
A Lifetime of Memories
This book is designed to be filled with memories, from birth until 21 years, with pages with guided questions, space to add your thoughts and messages, photos and keepsakes. A treasure-trove of memories to share with your child.
The Atlas of Me
Much advice promises transformation or relief, while demanding time and effort.Apps will track almost everything, but become more noise to manage.The Atlas of Me is for anyone seeking to enhance life management, without additional ritual or noise.Maintaining a harmonious life requires a cohesive view. Rather than advice or instruction, this book provides space for perspective. It's a personal record and a high-altitude map, showing your ecosystem's connections through a systematic lens.When our worldview fragments, priorities lose focus, problems accumulate, and care suffers. This book offers an alternative.This is NOT a: self-help guide or journalproductivity systemlife plan to followThere are no laws, inspiring life prompts, or goals to achieve. No start date or finite end.It will provide: - A guided structure to follow- A systematic view- The freedom to think for yourselfThis is a complementary system to enhance your own life management.It adds structure to, and supplements, your own approach to living.The Atlas of Me provides a path to slow your pace, quieten the digital noise, and engage with yourself through tactile sensation. It gently guides your perspective through a simple process of mapping your foundations of care, defining priorities, and finding the rhythm of your life.Grounded in professional management systems first developed for NASA, influenced by classical philosophy, and designed to evolve with you. It supports personal autonomy, continuity through life, and orientates you through an increasingly fragmented world.
The 5 Love Languages Coaching Handbook
Help Build Deeper Connection and Love that Lasts Relationships are the heartbeat of life. Yet, with communication deteriorating and relationships fracturing, there's never been a more urgent need to invest in building and restoring connection. The 5 Love Languages Coaching Handbook equips you to help. Whether you're a counselor, pastor, or relationship mentor, this resource provides a proven framework for guiding individuals and couples toward deeper understanding and stronger bonds. New York Times bestselling authors and relationship experts Dr. Gary Chapman and Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott combine decades of counseling experience, real-life case studies, and research-based tools. You'll discover clear, actionable strategies for integrating the insights of The 5 Love Languages(R) and The Love Language That Matters Most. Serving as both a foundation and a field manual for the 5 Love Languages Coaching Certification Program, this book provides a structured approach for every coaching conversation. It helps you assess needs, build trust, navigate conflict, and guide communication. You'll also learn how to integrate the new 5 Love Languages Premium Assessment, developed specifically for coaching. Every certified coach will be equipped to lead with confidence and compassion . Can you use this book without enrolling in the certification program? Absolutely. It's ideal for anyone passionate about helping relationships grow closer. This is your go-to resource for helping others love--and be loved--more effectively. Inside you'll find: Part 1 - The Foundations of Relationship Mentoring: Build trust, master core coaching skills, and navigate conflict with grace.Part 2 - Coaching Through the 5 Love Languages(R): Practical tools and prompts for applying Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Acts of Service, Physical Touch, and Receiving Gifts.Part 3 - Using the 5 Love Languages Premium Assessment: Deepen insight, personalize growth, and craft tailored coaching plans.Part 4 - Coaching Special Cases and Advanced Strategies: Mentor singles, parents, and those navigating crisis using The 5 Apology Languages.Part 5 - Building a Thriving Coaching Practice: Guidance on marketing, partnering with churches, and expanding your impact.Turn timeless principles into lasting results, one conversation at a time.
The Grand Guide
Grandparenting has changed. Are you ready to bridge the gap?When you were in the trenches of early parenting, the rules were different. Today, a distinct shift toward responsive parenting has left many grandparents feeling disempowered, confused, or judged. You want to help, but you aren't sure how to navigate the landscape of modern child-rearing.In The Grand Guide: Mindful Tools for Modern Grandparents, parenting expert Sheena Hill provides the essential roadmap for the 21st-century grandparent. Grounded in neuroscience and attachment theory, this workbook is designed to turn generational tension into family teamwork.Inside this comprehensive workbook, you will discover: Whether you are a seasoned grandparent or preparing for your first grandchild, this guide offers the scripts and strategies you need to be the "safest place" in your family. Stop worrying about "spoiling" and start building a legacy of emotional intelligence and lifelong trust.Your journey toward more joy and less stress in grandparenting starts here.
The ADHD Plus Phenomenon
Parenting a child with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be exhausting and challenging. In Canada and the United States, close to 9 million children and teenagers have been diagnosed with this disorder, but most people don't know that almost 80% of these kids will also have other mental health issues, making life harder inside and outside the home. In The ADHD Plus Phenomenon, Dr. Katherine G. Boyd draws from her long career in pediatric mental health to help parents address these additional challenges, including: - Behavioral or conduct problems - Depression - Anxiety - Gaming and/or social media addiction - Learning disabilities - Serious sensory issuesEach chapter tackles a different hard issue, such as how to respond to impulsive aggression and self-harming, how seriously you should take suicidal thoughts or threats, what to do about your child's lack of positive and consistent friendships, how to deal with the homework nightmare, and how to reduce family conflict to have a more peaceful household. Unpacking common misconceptions with scientific evidence, Dr. Boyd empowers families to support strengths and work through challenges together. Every parent wants to see their child happy and successful. This book can prepare you to improve your child's life, bolster family relationships, and help your child with ADHD reach their full potential.
The ADHD Plus Phenomenon
Parenting a child with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be exhausting and challenging. In Canada and the United States, close to 9 million children and teenagers have been diagnosed with this disorder, but most people don't know that almost 80% of these kids will also have other mental health issues, making life harder inside and outside the home. In The ADHD Plus Phenomenon, Dr. Katherine G. Boyd draws from her long career in pediatric mental health to help parents address these additional challenges, including: - Behavioral or conduct problems - Depression - Anxiety - Gaming and/or social media addiction - Learning disabilities - Serious sensory issuesEach chapter tackles a different hard issue, such as how to respond to impulsive aggression and self-harming, how seriously you should take suicidal thoughts or threats, what to do about your child's lack of positive and consistent friendships, how to deal with the homework nightmare, and how to reduce family conflict to have a more peaceful household. Unpacking common misconceptions with scientific evidence, Dr. Boyd empowers families to support strengths and work through challenges together. Every parent wants to see their child happy and successful. This book can prepare you to improve your child's life, bolster family relationships, and help your child with ADHD reach their full potential.
Mom Meditations
A hilarious gift for moms full of irreverent meditations that provide much-needed comic relief for the many inane (and insane) moments of motherhood. From the creator of the popular Mommy Cusses blog and Instagram account, this is the guidebook to staying sane when motherhood does you dirty. Perfect for fans of Horizontal Parenting, Go the F*ck to Sleep, and There Are Moms Way Worse Than You, it is a laugh-out-loud collection packed with irreverent humor and plenty of profanity, featuring snarky guided meditations divided into five sections: Mom Rage Mom Overwhelm People Suck Kid A**holery Doing Our F*cking Best Whether you're trying (and failing) to pee alone, leave the park after you've had your fill of following your kid around like their hired swing-pushing goon, stepping on yet another f*cking toy dinosaur, or trying to keep it together while your mother-in-law dispenses parenting advice, these pages offer solidarity, hilarity, and encouragement when moms need it most. FUN-TO-READ ADVICE: Featuring 40 bite-sized meditations on familiar and relatable mom moments, this compact humor book is perfect for busy parents who don't have time to read or sit on a meditation cushion. The irreverent take will resonate with any mom looking for comic relief. SASSY STRESS REDUCTION: Delivered with wit, warmth, and delightfully justifiable rage, Mom Meditations is an excellent way for moms to laugh at the absurdities of motherhood and take .5 f*cking seconds to themselves. GREAT MOM GIFT: This colorfully illustrated book makes a fun, cheeky gift for Mother's Day, birthdays, and baby showers. It is also great for giving to a friend, sister, cousin, or any mom who would appreciate a present that says, "I see you." Perfect for: Mothers of young children Mother's Day and new mom gift shoppers Fans and followers of @mommycusses and Serena Dorman's blog of the same name Readers who enjoy humorous takes on parenting, including Mommy Cusses, Horizontal Parenting, Welcome to the Club, Go the F*** to Sleep, and There Are Moms Way Worse Than You
Safe & Strong A coloring Book About Boundaries and Safety
A Boundaries and Safety Activity Book for KidsSafe & Strong Coloring Book is a fun, engaging, and empowering activity book designed to reinforce essential lessons about personal boundaries, body safety, and using a strong voice. Created as a companion resource to the Safe & Strong curriculum, this coloring book helps children practice safety concepts in a creative, age-appropriate way.Through positive illustrations and simple, confidence-building messages, children learn that safety is a right-not a rule-and that their voice matters. Each page combines meaningful affirmations with interactive coloring opportunities, helping students internalize important concepts while expressing themselves creatively.Inside this coloring book, children will explore themes such as: - My body belongs to me - I can say "no" - My voice is strong and clear - Safe and unsafe situations - Trusted adults - Healthy friendships - Respecting personal space - Helping others stay safeThe illustrations are designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and culturally respectful. Characters reflect diverse backgrounds and positive peer interactions, encouraging children to see themselves as confident, capable, and valued.This coloring book is ideal for: Elementary classroomsAfter-school programsHomeschool familiesCounseling and therapy supportYouth groups and community programsPrevention and safety education initiativesSafe & Strong Coloring Book supports social-emotional learning by reinforcing communication skills, boundary awareness, and self-confidence. The tone remains empowering and calm-never fear-based-so children feel secure while learning important safety principles.Whether used alongside the Safe & Strong curriculum or as a standalone resource, this coloring book helps children build lifelong safety awareness through creativity, conversation, and confidence.At its heart, Safe & Strong reminds every child: You deserve to feel safe. Your voice matters. You are strong.
Mothercry
Mothercry is a groundbreaking exploration of the conditions of mothering for ageing mothers of adult children in modern western families. It is a weaving of experience, ideas and philosophy that extracts longing, loneliness and love from the melee of emotional theory, proposing an entirely new frontier for understanding these primal, universally human, forces. Mothercry wades into barely explored territories of modern living, including: experiences common to ageing mothers of adults in modern nuclear familiesthe nature of longing, loneliness and lovepower forces undermining the health and wellbeing of western familiesthe importance of finding new language for feeling in the human bodythe restoration of health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities."Exquisite. A work of art of depth, integrity and genius." Dr Clare Finegan "... ineffably beautiful. This book is the loving arms that tells women they are not alone." Susan Moriarty
The Atlas of Me
Much advice promises transformation or relief, while demanding time and effort.Apps will track almost everything, but become more noise to manage.The Atlas of Me is for anyone seeking to enhance life management, without additional ritual or noise.Maintaining a harmonious life requires a cohesive view. Rather than advice or instruction, this book provides space for perspective. It's a personal record and a high-altitude map, showing your ecosystem's connections through a systematic lens.When our worldview fragments, priorities lose focus, problems accumulate, and care suffers. This book offers an alternative.This is NOT a: self-help guide or journalproductivity systemlife plan to followThere are no laws, inspiring life prompts, or goals to achieve. No start date or finite end.It will provide: - A guided structure to follow- A systematic view- The freedom to think for yourselfThis is a complementary system to enhance your own life management.It adds structure to, and supplements, your own approach to living.The Atlas of Me provides a path to slow your pace, quieten the digital noise, and engage with yourself through tactile sensation. It gently guides your perspective through a simple process of mapping your foundations of care, defining priorities, and finding the rhythm of your life.Grounded in professional management systems first developed for NASA, influenced by classical philosophy, and designed to evolve with you. It supports personal autonomy, continuity through life, and orientates you through an increasingly fragmented world.
The Fourth Trimester Devotional
Written in the tender first months of new motherhood, 90 Days of Grace is a daily devotional that meets you exactly where you are - exhausted, depleted, and holding something extraordinary. Each day offers a scripture, a reflection, and a prayer. Short enough to read in the dark. Deep enough to carry you through. Dr Peace Adaji is a pharmacologist, medical writer, and mother of three.
Challenging the Spectrum
When a child's diagnosis changes everything, faith becomes more than belief--it becomes a lifeline. Challenging the Spectrum is a powerful, faith-filled journey through the realities of parenting a child with autism and epilepsy. More than a memoir, this resource is a beacon of strength for caregivers navigating uncertainty, exhaustion, and deep love. Bridging the gap between science and spirituality, it offers practical guidance, emotional support, and unwavering encouragement drawn from over two decades of lived experience. Written by a mother who has walked the road from diagnosis to daily breakthrough, Challenging the Spectrum shines light into the often-overlooked spaces of neurodiversity, caregiving, and advocacy. Through authentic stories and spiritual reflection, readers discover what it means to raise, believe in, and fight for a child's future--while rediscovering purpose and hope for their own. With rising autism diagnoses and growing awareness of neurodiversity, this guidebook meets the critical need for compassion-based, faith-grounded, and reality-tested support. It speaks not only to parents, but also to educators, healthcare professionals, and church communities committed to creating inclusive, informed environments. Challenging the Spectrum offers a message for every caregiver facing the unknown--and finding resilience through grace.
The Untamed Mind, A Companion for Women with ADHD
Stop trying to "fix" your brain and start learning its language.For many women, ADHD feels like living in a storm of brilliant ideas and exhausting static. You've been told you're "too much," "too sensitive," or "not living up to your potential." But what if your mind isn't a broken machine, but an untamed landscape waiting to be explored?The Untamed Mind: A Companion for Women with ADHD is more than just a planner-it's a sanctuary. This guided journal is specifically crafted for the neurodivergent woman navigating the unique intersection of ADHD, societal expectations, and the quest for inner peace.Why This Journal is DifferentInstead of focusing on rigid productivity hacks that rarely stick, The Untamed Mind invites you to lean into the philosophy of self-experience. Inspired by the wisdom of thinkers like Kierkegaard, this companion helps you shift from "problem-solving" your life to truly living it.Inside, you will find a space to: Navigate the Chaos: Untangle the "mental clutter" of executive dysfunction with grace and zero judgment.Cultivate Clarity: Use reflective prompts to identify your unique rhythms, strengths, and creative depths.Honor Your Duality: Celebrate the tension between distraction and hyperfocus, restlessness and resilience.Build a Compass: Develop a personalized roadmap for self-discovery that works with your brain, not against it.Find Your RhythmWhether you were diagnosed decades ago or are just beginning to suspect your mind works differently, these pages offer a soft place to land. It is time to stop apologizing for the way you think and start honoring the reality of who you are."Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced." - S繪ren KierkegaardEmbrace the beautiful complexity of your untamed mind. Your journey toward clarity starts here.
The Breakthrough Years
Blending cutting-edge research with engaging storytelling, The Breakthrough Years offers readers a paradigm-shifting comprehensive understanding of adolescence. "Just wait until they're a teenager!" Many parents of newborns have heard this warning about the stressful phase that's to come. But what if it doesn't have to be that way? Child development expert Ellen Galinsky challenges widely held assumptions about adolescents and offers new ways for parents and others to better understand and interact with them in a way that helps them thrive. By combining the latest research on cognitive neuroscience with an unprecedented and extensive set of studies of young people nine through nineteen and their families, Galinsky reveals, among other things, that adolescents don't want to separate completely from their parents but seek a different type of relationship; that they want to be helpers rather than be helped; and that social media can become a positive influence for teens. Galinsky's Shared Solutions framework and Possibilities Mindset show you how to turn daily conflicts into opportunities for problem-solving where both teens and parents feel listened to and respected; how to encourage positive risk-taking in your child like standing up for themselves, making new friends, and helping their communities; and how to promote five essential executive function-based skills that can help them succeed now and in the future. The Breakthrough Years recasts adolescence as a time of possibility for teens and adults, offering breakthrough opportunities for connection.
Memorizing the Wind
Odes, nocturnes, aubades-if Keats were still here, he'd want to have a conversation and a glass of claret with Deirdre O'Connor. These are gorgeous poems but not pretty poems. There's a fidelity to the often messy world, a fidelity to the messy truth that gives this book a rare, clear strength gracefully, even delicately applied. From the first lines "What wind is this, / turning the pear tree's blossoms/ to loose-leaf snow?/ What wind, pushing/ the semen scent through town," we see that this will be an unusual collection, one that weds the best impulses of the Romantics with the earthy, complicated, mucky "semen scented" world. What holds the book together even as it raises the stakes of the poems is the gorgeous music of the language. -Leslie Harrison, author of Reck
Seen Again
Seen Again is a modern companion through matrescence, the profound transition of becoming a mother. Matrescence is a biological, psychological, emotional, social and spiritual transformation that can leave mothers without the language or support to make sense of who they are. Many feel disconnected or invisible, wondering: Who am I now? Is it normal to feel this way?Blending intimate memoir, eighteen real-life stories and years of coaching into a compassionate framework, Benita Bensch explores the inner landscape and seismic shift of matrescence with unflinching honesty. If you have ever felt lost, remember: you are not broken, you are evolving. This is an invitation to reimagine your next season of life, free of shoulds.Seen Again: Light on Matrescence is a return to the inner campfire, where the dark is honoured, the light is reclaimed, and your true self is waiting to be seen again. By you, first.
From the Dead to You
This book offers a powerful, human glimpse into lives that continue to teach the living. Through a forensic pathologist's eyes, each chapter reveals the love, regret, and resilience behind every case. More than a book about death, it's a reflection on life's beauty, fragility, and the wisdom we carry forward.
The Tech Exit
ECPA BESTSELLER - A road map to free your kids from the harms of digital technology and to recover the beauty, wonder, and true purpose of childhood--by a leading tech policy expert "We know smartphones can be harmful to kids and teens, but what can we do about it? In this indispensable guide, Clare Morell documents the solutions that actually work."--Cal Newport, author of Slow Productivity and Digital Minimalism It's no secret that addictive digital technologies like smartphones and social media apps are harming a generation of kids socially, mentally, and even physically. But a workable solution seems elusive. After all, don't kids need phones, and won't they be vulnerable or socially isolated without tech? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and director of its Technology and Human Flourishing Project, argues that the answer is no. She exposes the lies parents have been sold about managing the dangers of tech through parental controls and screen-time limits, and demonstrates that another way is possible--even if your children are already using smartphones or social media. The Tech Exit maps a doable pathway to freedom from digital technology for families, local communities, and society. Drawing on dozens of interviews with experts and with families who have gone tech-free, as well as Morell's own work as a policy expert, The Tech Exit shows how digital technology is anything but necessary for children to live happy, healthy, and socially full lives. The Tech Exit is essential reading for any parent who has felt stuck between an awareness of the dangers of digital technology for kids and the feeling that tech is necessary and inevitable. Clare Morell's message is simple and compelling: You and your family can be free. The life you want for your children is within reach.
Mparntwe
Jarra and Mirrigan, both with serious disabilities, both with serious abilities, experience and influence events which change the world.Set in Central Australia, Mparntwe is the heartwarming tale of two young people who face hostile forces of power and greed.
Widderkin Valley Of The Eagles
Kieran and friends return from the Realms and, from college campus to the corridors of power, from the arid terrain of central Australia to encounters off the southern coast, they find themselves in contention with a powerful and relentless corporation.
Reading Life Backward
READING LIFE BACKWARD: LATE RECOGNITION ON THE AUTISM SCALE is not a guide to becoming functional.It is an examination of what happens when someone already is.This book explores late recognition of autism through a series of essays organized not by timeline, but by clarity. Each piece isolates a pattern that once operated invisibly-masking, internal system-building, misattunement, endurance mistaken for resilience-and renders it intelligible without reducing it todeficit or disorder.Written from within a specific autistic configuration historically described as Asperger's, the work focuses on lives that appeared intact from the outside while quietly collapsing under unseen strain.High verbal ability. Predictive cognition. Extensive self-management.Chronic exhaustion with no obvious cause. Functioning that concealed cost.Rather than offering strategies or solutions, READING LIFE BACKWARD: LATE RECOGNITION ON THE AUTISM SCALE provides orientation. It traces how survival structures form without conscious intent, how confidence can coexist with exclusion, and how identity built for endurance begins to fail once recognition arrives.Interwoven throughout are situational pieces-architectural, elemental, relational-that allow meaning to settle without instruction.These are not explanations. They are points of contact.This book is for readers who have always sensed that something about their life required excessive effort-but lacked language for why. For those who did not break, but narrowed. For those whose clarity never translated into belonging. For those who are not looking to be fixed, but to finally understand the structure they've been living inside. This is not a story of recovery.It is a record of recognition.And once seen, it cannot be unseen.
Baby Sleep Training
This book provides a structured guide to baby sleep training based on a no-cry approach to building healthy sleep habits for newborns and toddlers. It explains how infant sleep patterns develop, how sleep cycles function, and why consistent routines are essential for physical growth, cognitive development, and emotional stability. The content covers topics such as establishing feeding and nap schedules, creating a sleep-friendly environment, recognizing drowsy cues, handling night wakings, understanding common sleep disorders, and supporting both baby and parent well-being throughout the process. The book is intended for parents and caregivers of newborns, infants, and toddlers who want a practical framework for improving sleep without rigid or distress-based methods. It adopts an explanatory and step-by-step approach, combining developmental insights, sample daily schedules, environmental guidelines, and structured bedtime routines to present sleep training as a gradual, consistent process focused on safety, responsiveness, and long-term healthy sleep habits.
Parenting the Strong-willed Child
This book provides a structured guide to understanding and parenting strong-willed children, focusing on temperament, behavioral patterns, and practical strategies for reducing daily power struggles. It examines common traits such as persistence, emotional intensity, independence, and resistance to control, while explaining how routine, consistency, experiential learning, and structured choices influence behavior and emotional regulation. The content addresses challenges across developmental stages-from infancy to school age-highlighting the importance of boundaries, compromise, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving within the family dynamic. The book is intended for parents and caregivers seeking a clearer framework for managing defiance, stubbornness, and frequent conflict without resorting to harsh discipline or constant confrontation. It adopts an explanatory and practical approach, combining behavioral insights, structured parenting techniques, real-life examples, and step-by-step methods to support communication, strengthen parent-child relationships, and guide strong-willed children toward responsibility and emotional maturity.
Things I Wish I'd Known
Things I Wish I'd Known is a compassionate guide for parents and carers of neurodivergent children. Written in clear, supportive British English, it blends lived experience with research-informed insight to help you understand behaviours, reduce overwhelm, and rebuild family confidence.Instead of quick fixes, you get practical steps that work in real homes and real schools. The book reframes "difficult" as "different", puts connection before correction, and shows how to support regulation, communication, and learning without losing yourself in the process.Inside you will find: Plain-language explanations for common challenges, including meltdowns, masking, shutdowns, and sensory overload.What helps in the moment: scripts, phrases, and calm-down strategies you can use today.Routines that reduce friction, including transitions, sleep, mornings, and homework.School and system navigation in England: meetings, EHCP fundamentals, reasonable adjustments, and evidence you can bring.Cheat sheets, reflection prompts, and a gentle permission to slow everything down.Who this book is for: Parents and carers seeking clarity, confidence, and kinder routines at home.Families at any stage, with or without a formal diagnosis, including those waiting on CAMHS.Professionals who want an authentic parent perspective they can act on.Why it helps: You get practical guidance rooted in lived experience, a strengths-first mindset, and evidence-based principles woven through the TIWIK Books visual system. The result is calm, connection, and a shared plan you can keep using.TIWIK Books(TM) publishes compassionate, evidence-based guides that help people think, feel, and grow with confidence. Learn more at tiwikbooks.com.
Elinor Wyllys Vol. II
Elinor Wwyllys Vol. II or the young folk of Longbridge: A tale presents a quiet country household where daily life appears simple, yet filled with subtle tensions and unspoken expectations. The narrative observes a young woman on the threshold of adulthood, surrounded by familiar routines, well-meaning relatives, and the gentle rhythms of a rural community. Portions of the text linger on the setting itself, describing a house that carries traces of history and age, suggesting that the past quietly shapes every present interaction. Family gatherings, polite social visits, and seasonal celebrations reveal how quickly childhood ease begins to give way to questions about identity, responsibility, and independence. Among conversations and ordinary tasks, the young protagonist studies the world around her, trying to interpret the motives, emotions, and behaviors of the people she encounters. The arrival of visitors introduces surprise, discomfort, humor, and uncertainty, hinting that the wider world may not resemble the sheltered environment she knows. Quiet reflection mixes with outward observation as she learns that the passage into adulthood involves balancing personal desire with social duty, and confidence with doubt.
Albert Savarus
Albert Savarus traces the arrival of a discreet yet ambitious lawyer who becomes the center of quiet speculation within a refined provincial community. The narrative begins by presenting the social atmosphere of Besancon, where traditions, status, and family reputation shape every interaction. The newly arrived lawyer quickly draws curiosity due to an impressive professional record and an aura of mystery. Within the elite circles of the town, people debate his background and intentions, revealing how strongly society values perception over truth. A young woman from an influential household becomes increasingly focused on him, driven by fascination and a desire for personal freedom from strict expectations. As ambitions, secrecy, and emotional longing intersect, carefully maintained reputations begin to fracture. Relationships form not through openness, but through observation, speculation, and calculated decisions. The story explores the cost of aspiration and the emotional toll exerted by a society where inner lives must remain hidden. Ultimately, the novel highlights how quiet determination can disrupt rigid social boundaries and expose vulnerabilities beneath polished public facades.
The History Of Samuel Titmarsh And The Great Hoggarty Diamond
The history of Samuel Titmarsh and the great Hoggarty Diamond follows the unexpected rise of a modest office worker whose life changes after receiving an extravagant ornament from a wealthy relative. Hoping it will bring fortune and independence, the recipient imagines new possibilities as the gift seems to promise access to higher social circles. Instead of money, however, the present turns out to be a large and overly ornate piece of jewelry that draws attention wherever it appears. As the young worker returns to the city, the ornament becomes the source of praise, envy, and confusion. The object exposes the contrast between everyday struggles and the superficial standards of the elite, revealing how quickly people are judged based on appearances. Invitations, opportunities, and misunderstandings follow as the ornament becomes a symbol of status that complicates personal ambitions. Through humorous encounters and shifting expectations, the narrative explores how aspiration and vanity influence choices, showing that material symbols rarely lead to genuine happiness.
Deirdre Of The Sorrows
Deirdre of the sorrows is built on ideas of inevitability, longing, and the price of choice. From the selected text, what emerges most strongly is the tension between personal desire and a future already shaped by others. The central figure grows up watched and sheltered, yet restless for experiences beyond the boundaries placed around her. Her inner world contrasts sharply with the calculations of those who see her as a possession or symbol of power. There is a sense of collision between innocence and authority, as expectations from leaders and society press against her yearning for freedom and connection. The lifting movement in the early scenes comes from discovery and possibility, yet every moment of hope is shadowed by warnings. The story examines how emotion intensifies when individuals try to resist roles imposed on them, and how love becomes both refuge and catalyst for irreversible change. Even small gestures carry weight because desire challenges obligation. This opening section builds a mood of quiet urgency, reinforcing that choices made from the heart can reshape entire worlds, but with profound cost.
