Raising the Best Possible Child
How to navigate parenting myths and bring up confident, happy kids Being a parent is the most important job in the world, and it's a daunting task. After all, as parents our role is to ensure our kids become the best people they can be - happy and resilient. But how do we do that? And who do we trust to give us the best advice? Like many other parents, with the birth of her children occupational therapist Jo Jackson King turned to parenting books for guidance, but she found the contradictory advice confusing. So in this ground-breaking but still approachable book, Jo offers her assessment of the three main branches of current early child development science, in a bid to find the best advice for parents. In Raising the Best Possible Child you will learn how to: - Ignore parenting myths and be guided by the most up-to-date information on all aspects of child-rearing, including childcare, breastfeeding, leaving to cry, sleep, nutrition, discipline, physical and mental milestones, and education - teach your children how to navigate their own and others' emotions, manage stress and stay focused - all key factors for becoming happy and successful adults - Be a confident, thoughtful and responsive parent this book will show you how to encourage your children to make the most of their natural temperaments and endowments, so you can enjoy raising happy, emotionally savvy children who will become happy, successful adults.
Perfectly Autistic
"Knowing that your child is autistic is one thing, trying to understand what that diagnosis means for your child is an entirely different matter." (Emma Kendall)Emma Kendall is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (Asperger's Syndrome) and comes from a family with many ASD diagnosed members, including her son.She also holds a first class degree in Autism: Special Education.Emma has written from both a personal and educational perspective. She provides simple to understand guidance, and examples of personal experiences that provide an insight into the complexities of what it means to support and parent an autistic child. Her friendly guidance and support will help you to connect and bond with your child.Offering inspiring thoughts on how to identify your child's needs and how to help your child to understand what it actually means to be autistic.Featuring: Helping your child understand their diagnosis.Helping your child explain to others that they are autistic.Teaching your child how to advocate their needs.Recognising stressors and triggers.Calming and coping strategies.Autistic behaviours.Connecting with your child on an emotional level. And much, much more...Other books by Emma Kendall: Autism Masking: Helping you to Identify and Understand Autism MaskingAutistic Christmas: How to Prepare for an Autism friendly ChristmasAdele fox series: Book 1 - Making Sense of LoveBook 2 - A Different Kind of LoveBook 3 - Memories Full of Love
Antov Chekov - Short Stories
Atmospheric, compassionate and uncannily wise, Chekhov's short fiction possesses the transcendent power of art to awe and change the reader. Called the greatest of short story writer, Anton Chekhov changed the genre itself with his spare, impressionistic depictions of Russian life and the human condition. Noew, some of his best tales from the major periods of his creative life are available in this outstanding one volume edition.
Letters to A Queen 3
Reminding himself of the thoughts he's had of his Queen and what he went through to find the one he truly loves and dreams of every day and every night.
Ripped at the Root
In the midst of the Cold War, these children-many the sons and daughters of Greek leftists-became pawns in the global battle for democracy. In this powerful, un-put-downable narrative, Cardaras gives voice not only to Greek adoptees, but to international adoptees everywhere as they navigate returns to their birthplaces; their birth relatives; and reclaim their stolen origin stories.
Every Baby is Different, Every Baby is Great!
In this children's book, we learn that every single baby is born with differences. We explore some of the amazing differences and enjoy understanding that they are all loved and are all great!
A Parent's Guide to Early Intervention
Do you have a confirmed or suspected diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related special needs for your child? Are you asking yourself... What can I do about it? Where should I seek help? Should I focus on just specific therapies? Can I outsource this intervention and not get involved? How can I get my child out of early intervention programs and back to mainstream schools? A Parents Guide to Early Intervention will help you navigate the questions above with simple step-by-step processes. The Comprehensive Model for Early Intervention (CMEI) was developed by Alex Liau, who has worked with children with special needs for the past 15 years. Alex has combined his experiences in working with parents in Asia, United States, Australia, and Europe in crafting early intervention plans for children with special needs to teach parents: How to structure the home environment to optimize learning for their children with special needs Simple one-on-one activities (done in a structured manner) to help their children develop good work habits How to transit what is learned in a one-on-one setting to a small-group setting to build "pre-preschool" skills How to generalize what is learned in a small early intervention group setting into a bigger mainstream classroom setting How to build basic social skills for children with special needs to cope with the mainstream school environment What parents can do to help their children with special needs navigate this model successfully Alex believes that parents play an integral part in the development of a child with special needs. CMEI breaks down the various steps parents can take to oversee and be INVOLVED in their children's intervention plan.
Parented by the State
This book describes true life accounts making the comparison of one boy Scotia who was placed in care, then later in adult life grew up to be a social carer himself. It describes How the state system processes our most severe and vulnerable young people in 21st century Britain today . His working life unveiled a hidden society that beggers belief and asks the fundamental question whether there is any care in care The way care has now evolved into a huge business that hinders child development but maximizes profit for the many companies involved in looking after children for the state. The working conditions staff endure to maintain a career in being a part of a celebrated science that in reality has a dark sinister side. A compelling read for anyone who likes reading emotive true life stories.
52 Parenting Principles
Based on proven behavior change concepts, 52 Parenting Principles provides tools parents can immediately learn and apply to build positive, healthy relationships with their children while preparing them with life skills for the real world.
Unsayable Absence
In the dusk of a disaster, Una McFadden is faced with indescribable pain and uncertainty in the middle of the Great Depression. She finds herself grieving in an asylum, wondering if she will ever see her children again.As a child growing up on the outskirts of society in the early 1900s, Una faces the hardships of backwoods life. Her only refuge is in the arms of the elderly Rachel Little Feathers whom she calls Nokomis or grandmother. As she grows, Una forges her own path, becoming friends with Eva Stanton the town suffragette, who guides Una towards a life of passion and independence.While working in a munitions factory during World War I, Una is thrust again into a new life. Worried about her brothers fighting overseas and her family back at home, she forges friendships with the other women and gives her love to a soldier who is called to serve with the Railway Troops.Unsayable Absence is an enduring historical novel of love and loss during the early years of the twentieth century. Readers who enjoy early Canadian history and the ever-changing roles of women in Canada will marvel at the adventures and challenges facing Una McFadden.
The Adventurers of Zoe the Zoo Bench
Would you like to learn about some amazing animals at the zoo?Zoe is ready to show you the funniest, largest, tallest, smartest and the most colorful animals at the zoo. You will have the most exciting time watching these animals play, eat, swim and interact with each other. She will show you animals that live in the water, on land and in the trees. You will learn the most interesting things about each animal that you can share with your family and friends.If you join Zoe at the Zoo, you will have the most incredible time learning about all the different animals. Zoe will also introduce you to Selena the Seashore Bench. Selena will show you all the wonderful things you can see and do at the beach.
Mohawk Avenue
It is the late 1950s in the mountains of Oakland, New Jersey, as two first cousins grow up in a wonderful Italian, multigenerational home. While Grams raises them in a nurturing environment surrounded by extended family, Susannah and Tony share an extraordinary bond fueled by an unquestionable telepathic connection. While the cousins set out on individual coming-of-age journeys, their days are filled with food, fun, love, and an endless devotion toward each other and their families. Susannah is a mature, serious, and focused leader who excels at everything first and fiercely protects her cousin. Tony, who is equally as protective of her, is happy to be the follower. A calm, happy child, he is irresistibly charming and undeniably special. As their journeys parallel each other throughout the decades, each cousin experiences triumphs, losses, and grief while relying on resiliency and their bond to persevere as life eventually comes full circle and proves that nothing will ever fracture their connection. In this poignant story inspired by true events, two first cousins develop a lifetime bond while growing up together in rural New Jersey.
Questions You'll Wish You Asked
This journal deepens the grandparent/grandchild bond while creating a keepsake for when conversation is no longer possible. With journaling questions for a grandparent such as: "If you could give your eighteen-year-old self a piece of advice, what would it be?" "What are your favorite parts of being a grandparent?" "If you could choose your last words to me, what would they be?" These questions will transport you from the daily routine into a time when the ordinary has been rendered sacred. Whether you're a grandparent looking to leave a legacy to your grandchild, or a grandchild recording memories of your grandparent, make time for the questions you'll later wish you asked: your future self will thank you. Commonly asked questions: Who is this journal for? The journal provides over 100 questions for a grandparent to answer for their grandchild. It makes a perfect gift for the first-time grandparent of a new baby, keepsake gift for an aging grandparent, and thoughtful present for grandparents of all stages in between. Some adult grandchildren sit with their grandparents and fill out the journal while asking the questions: this invites thoughtful conversations, generational connection, and intimacy. Others choose to purchase the journal for themselves, fill it out, and later present it as a gift to their grandchildren. This journal can be an especially thoughtful gift for a grandparent who has lost their spouse, or adult children whose parents may be struggling with early signs of memory loss, dementia, or Alzheimer's. Asking these questions can jog a parent's memory, inspire thoughtful conversation, or simply provide a space to appreciate the grandparent who still remains. What if I have multiple grandchildren? Do I need multiple journals? Most of the questions in this journal are about the grandparent personally, but there are also questions particular to each grandchild. For this reason, most grandparents choose to have one journal for each grandchild; this also eliminates the need to "choose" who eventually receives the journal. However, it's also possible to answer these particular questions separately for each grandchild within one journal. (One could split an answer on the 6x9 journal page provided, and use the blank pages included at the end of the journal if more room is needed.)
Germ Survival Guide
This guide shows how to protect yourself and your family from the ever-present threat of germ-borne disease. A handy reference, it lists common life situations in which germs are a threat, shows you how to protect yourself, and tells you what to do if you get sick.
See Johnny Read!
This manual offers practical guidance to parents of school-age boys on helping their child to read. Written by a teacher, teacher trainer and educational consultant, and endorsed by the Learning Disabilities Association of America, it answers such questions as: when does a reading delay become a reading problem?; how, when and where should I look for tutoring?; what about testing for learning differences?; how can I get the best help from the school?; how can I avoid (or overcome) the Bad Boy label?; and how can I help my son learn to read - and enjoy reading - at home?
Mohawk Avenue
It is the late 1950s in the mountains of Oakland, New Jersey, as two first cousins grow up in a wonderful Italian, multigenerational home. While Grams raises them in a nurturing environment surrounded by extended family, Susannah and Tony share an extraordinary bond fueled by an unquestionable telepathic connection. While the cousins set out on individual coming-of-age journeys, their days are filled with food, fun, love, and an endless devotion toward each other and their families. Susannah is a mature, serious, and focused leader who excels at everything first and fiercely protects her cousin. Tony, who is equally as protective of her, is happy to be the follower. A calm, happy child, he is irresistibly charming and undeniably special. As their journeys parallel each other throughout the decades, each cousin experiences triumphs, losses, and grief while relying on resiliency and their bond to persevere as life eventually comes full circle and proves that nothing will ever fracture their connection. In this poignant story inspired by true events, two first cousins develop a lifetime bond while growing up together in rural New Jersey.
Unsayable Absence
In the dusk of a disaster, Una McFadden is faced with indescribable pain and uncertainty in the middle of the Great Depression. She finds herself grieving in an asylum, wondering if she will ever see her children again.As a child growing up on the outskirts of society in the early 1900s, Una faces the hardships of backwoods life. Her only refuge is in the arms of the elderly Rachel Little Feathers whom she calls Nokomis or grandmother. As she grows, Una forges her own path, becoming friends with Eva Stanton the town suffragette, who guides Una towards a life of passion and independence.While working in a munitions factory during World War I, Una is thrust again into a new life. Worried about her brothers fighting overseas and her family back at home, she forges friendships with the other women and gives her love to a soldier who is called to serve with the Railway Troops.Unsayable Absence is an enduring historical novel of love and loss during the early years of the twentieth century. Readers who enjoy early Canadian history and the ever-changing roles of women in Canada will marvel at the adventures and challenges facing Una McFadden.
Reflections from a Different Journey
Comprises forty essays by adult role models who share what it is like to grow up with a disability. This book presents glimpse into the lives and minds of people with different disabilities - cerebral palsy, down syndrome, autism, learning disabilities, deafness, blindness, mental illness, developmental disabilities, and spina bifida.
Separate Ways
Weddings are unique gatherings where people come together to witness marriage and celebrate what it symbolizes. Wedding guests come as they are and as who they are. It's also a time when the present meets the past, and the futures awaits everyone.Separate Ways walks the reader down the aisle of a union while visiting the separate lives of others at the wedding. Through vivid storytelling, you will gain an intimate familiarity with each character, whether you love them or want to hate them. It's amazing how connected couples can be yet live lives in such separate ways.
Simply Love
Children struggling with focus, learning, behaviour, and coordination problems is rampant in our homes and schools. It's time for answers. Simply L.O.V.E is for parents and teachers of children aged 0 -12 who are wanting purposeful, positive, and powerful ways to support and enhance children's development. This easy-to-read and informative book explains four key principles to grow healthy holistic children - L.O.V.E - Language, Outdoors, Vestibular Stimulation (Movement), and Exploration. The importance of Language and how to develop it from birth through the middle years for lasting attachments is revealed. The reader will delight in discovering the benefits the Outdoors has on children's brain development and effective strategies to maximize this for learning. The power of the Vestibular system is easily explained, offering a range of surprising suggestions on how to utilise it for improved focus, behaviour, and coordination. Readers will enjoy discovering research on how to develop a heart of Exploration - increasing children's resilience, compassion, grit, and creativity. Simply LOVE is the culmination of Leanne's 20-years' experience as a therapist, senior lecturer, teacher, and mum in one informative, and practical book that can be trusted. The honest vulnerability and relatability will encourage readers to take simple steps to become the parent or teacher they've wanted to be.
The Cry of the Currawong
This is a collection of linked short stories about Australian country life - or the 'bush' as Australians call it. The stories revolve around the experiences of a seven-year-old city boy who is taken to the home of his widowed mother's beloved Aunt Hannah who lives with her invalid husband, Stan in a small cottage just outside of the small country town of Yass on the Southern Tablelands of new South Wales. Here he experiences the simple but happy life of a bygone era: in the house called Auchenblae which had been built by Stan and his friends at the end of the nineteenth century. The young boy must adapt his city lifestyle to a gentler time when there was neither electricity, running water nor plumbed sewerage. Moreover, he meets his mother's extended family, uncles, aunts and cousins from the town and the wider district. Being country children, his cousins are a source of great adventure and friendship. His uncles and aunts also are characters in their own right and soon the young boy is accepted into the local bush culture. He meets people like Cousin Clarence, Boof to everyone, who likes telling tales, especially scary ones about child-eating bunyips. Another cousin, Harry 'Reckless' McLaren is a daredevil older boy who has a genius for inventing, especially billy carts, although sometimes he forgets important items such as brakes. The young boy also meets his cousins from 'Blackwater Station', a large sheep property out of town and owned by his mother's cousin 'Big Bill' McLaren, a larger-than-life grazier. His children often come to town and get the young boy involved in many new aspects of the life of children in outlying stations or ranches. Cousin Gemina could ride and shoot as well as any man and wild boars are hunted on horseback with hand guns. Her brother, Bob or 'Black Bob' or simply 'Blackie' to his friends is a pessimist's pessimist who often has grounds for being so, especially when hunting yabbies, freshwater crayfish, with big claws. Their uncle Errol is a local identity and shady character who spends most of his time in the Commercial Hotel in town 'keeping a book' as the local 'Bookie' taking illegal bets on all of the horseraces or anything. After many adventures and meeting many interesting characters, the young boy experiences a full and loving country family Christmas at Auchenblae with all of the relatives and Christmas trimmings - a great restorative for his personal happiness.
Parenting Forever Workbook
Lack of parental involvement is our main problem in rearing children. This Parenting Forever Workbook is intended to assist parents, grandparents and significant adults in the household who are involved in the important job of raising and educating children. Parents are children's first and most influential teachers, good or bad. This Parenting Forever Workbook is designed to help and encourage parents to be actively involved in a positive way in their children's education and development. Training sessions will be developed for parents to learn effective parenting skills during 7 modules consisting of 3 Saturdays. Parenting workshops and seminars will be structured around the parenting needs to assist parents to get involved and stay involved with their children's development. These training parenting sessions will be a written agreement between the parents and the training facilitators. This workbook will set guidelines for parents to learn how to prepare their children for life.
Who Makes the Bed?
Who Makes the Bed?7 steps into nurturing intimacy"In an age of ceaseless and often chaotic and unforeseen change, a book on treasuring the closest relationship two human beings can ever have to each other. A book to keep by the side of a jointly made bed: to live by, to love by - and to share."Prof. Ervin LaszloPhilosopher and system scientist, Author and Co-Author. Nominated twice for the Nobel Peace Prize."Loving relationships in our lives go through many different stages over the years and intimacy between the partners is an essential quality every step of the way. Viola's book is filled with a treasure of clarifying insights and detailed knowledge about the contribution of intimacy to a successful relationship. Learn to create and nurture the development of intimacy as a vital aspect of friendship between partners, as well as lively and flourishing source of the joys and pleasures of sexuality beyond the associated myths of youth, physical wellness and culture."...What does it mean to be in a deep, loving, conscious relationship? How does one 'get there'? What is conscious communication and how can we achieve it? What is a healthy sexuality? Here you will find the answers to these and many more questions, written in a clear, helpful prose, by someone who 'walks talk'. Who Makes the Bed? Offers wonderful pointers and guidelines born of Viola's deep personal experience and vast therapeutic knowledge. This book is for anyone who is in a relationship, or out of a relationship, or starting a relationship, or who simply is a dreaming of having one... it is filled with the fearless honesty and the passion to help others discover their essence, which is the hallmark of Viola's work. Love, wisdom and enthusiasm permeate every word within these pages..."Guillermo (Willi) Ricken - Creative Entrepreneur"...I was searching for help with my way of being. The first thing that struck me about Viola was her modesty in conveying her wisdom, with simplicity and depth, I then discovered her commitment and passion, truly connecting with people, her innate ability to 'accompany them' during their process...Yolanda Farrais - Breathworker, Lecturer"...The day I met her I loved her. Later I loved her because it was so easy for me to feel her love; I loved her more for her devotion to others without time or space; I continued to love her when helpless, she gave me shelter among her people; I loved her for her the patience of her faith in me..."Sonia Pirona - Poet, Journalist, Chef"...Working with Viola is an experience of love. She holds you up until you get back the strength to stand on your own. She learns with you, open to the new knowledge even after so many years of experience...we love her for that, for her strength, caring, openness and support..."Nadir Aydin - Interior Design and Entrepreneur
Be There for Kids
Book 1 There are exalted and higher purposes to parenting. Why is the Creation interested in partnering with you in parenting and in your child? What is routine parenting? What is non- existing parenting? How to avoid negative parenting, hyper parenting or blind parenting? How not to feel the stress of parenting? What is special about 21st century parenting? Become the conscious and mindful parents. All explained wonderfully. There are plenty of real-life examples. Book is filled with stories which make you understand spiritual and practical aspects of parenting. Book 2 This is for parents as well as for children of 12 and beyond. The parents can break the book by simply splitting the book at the end of book 1 and lo and behold! The book 2 of 130 pages is ready for children. If you already have children who are beyond 12 years, you can spiral bind book 2 separately and give it to them. There is a separate cover page for book Exclusive and Unmissables in these 2 in 1 Book: 1. Exclusive 7 stages of parenting 2. 9 point charter of parents' daily blessings for children. The best gift you can give your children is to constantly bless them. Instead of getting very anxious with some concern, just keep BLESSING them. You will not even be aware how powerful your blessings can be. They truly work wonders and miracles happen 3. Exclusive meditation tips for children 4. Develop 3D memory with few minutes daily practice 5. Wonderful sets of practical and doable tips for parents and separately for children 6. Special 15 point attributes for building the profile of the child 7. Two separate list of more than hundred tips to empower parents and children 8. Food for soul - 24 soul stirring and motivational bed-time stories
Tell Me About You, Dad
The ultimate sentimental gift to your father. Filled with questions on their journey through life and insights into their mind and memories. This book is designed to build a stronger bridge between the two of you and as something to hold on to as a keepsake once he has finished the book. A true once in a life time gift.
The Overparenting Solution
Features pragmatic, reasonable advice for how parents can raise their children effectively and lovingly without overdoing it. Today, in the world of Covid-19, parents may be more anxious than ever as they aim to make sense of the changing landscape of education. We see now that within the context of social distancing, which we may be facing for quite some time, families are experiencing a mix of positive and negative influences, including new stressors, which cause division and even danger, while at the same time, some families are discovering novel ways of remaining blended together. Regardless, families must find their way forward to overcome bad decisions and embrace these challenging circumstances. The generational desire of parents to want their children to have more opportunity and success than they did has become outdated for many families, especially those of means, but this has not stopped parents from going too far with their children, from pushing them into needless high-pressure situations to protecting them from any possible failure or disappointment. While we know that it is getting harder and harder to get into a select college, and after graduation, it is often more difficult to find a "prestigious" job, parents are not doing their kids any favors by resorting to any means necessary to ensure what they define as their offspring's success. This work shows readers how to parent better, not more, allowing children to make their own mistakes and learn from them, and grow into functioning, self-reliant adults.
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Lost & Found
When Mike discovered late in life that he had been adopted, it left him feeling betrayed and lost. Dedicating himself to the task of uncovering the facts of his birth, he came up against devastating rejection, horrific and long-hidden family secrets, and a Jewish heritage. In fact, Mike discovered far more than he had bargained for, and it changed his life...
Champion for Charlie
If you feel weary or overwhelmed with life as the parent or caregiver of a special-needs child, there is hope. Doctors' appointments, parent-teacher meetings, stressful moments at home and in social settings, along with countless other challenges, are part of life when you love a special-needs child. Each year, your child's needs grow and change, as does your need for strength, wisdom, and support. Some days, you may doubt that you have what it takes to fulfill your role-as a mother, father, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or friend-and be a champion for a precious child. Rest assured, you are not alone. In Champion for Charlie, Jen Forsthoff offers biblical insights into what it means to be a champion for your child. Through practical application of God's Word and personal, relatable stories, you'll learn how to better advocate for your child-and how to find the support you need. The truth is, some days the responsibility and challenges seem impossible. In this book, Jen invites you to rise up and find hope in the truth that God equips those whom He calls into this challenging and worthy role.
Teach Kids How to Think
What's One Of The Most Valuable Skills You Can Teach Your Child?The Ability To Think Clearly.School teaches information. But it often doesn't teach how to think-how to evaluate, solve problems, stay mentally strong, and make good decisions under pressure.Teach Kids How To Think gives you simple, practical ways to develop stronger thinking habits and a healthier mindset at home.So Your Child Can Learn How To: Think Critically Instead Of Reacting ImpulsivelySolve Problems With Confidence And PersistenceMake Better Decisions Under PressureDevelop A Positive Mindset After SetbacksThink Bigger, Think Clearer, And Think With Intention Inside You'll Discover How To: ✓ Build A Stronger Mentality And Emotional Resilience✓ Teach Critical Thinking Using Simple Everyday Questions✓ Strengthen Problem-Solving Skills In Real-Life Situations✓ Help Your Child Think For Themselves With More Confidence✓ Improve Decision-Making And Self-Control Under Pressure✓ Develop Growth Mindset Habits That Keep Them Trying✓ Create A Home Environment That Reinforces Strong ThinkingPerfect For Parents Who Want Practical Tools-Not Theory.Scroll up and grab your copy to get started.
Parenting Scholar Athletes
Parenting Scholar Athletes is Dr. Spock meets Wayne Dyer. It is unique in the fact that it is a spiritual guide for parents to support their children as they become their best selves. This parenting book will help moms/parents raise their scholar athletes using four keys and real life stories of transformation to guide their overachievers toward their path they seek. They strive not to be the helicopter parent, but the mom who sets successful boundaries to help raise independent and responsible individuals. By using these four keys throughout every important part of a child's journey, parents can shape their family life from one of anger, instability, and drama to one full of respect, optimism, and love. As parents work through certain situations with their children, this book helps parents use the techniques and real life stories of overcoming life's hick-ups in a defined and explanatory manner.
Dare to Unlock the Door
Dare to Unlock the Door - A Journey to Freedom and Wholeness.You've come through a lot and you have taught yourself how to smile. You have learned how to push through the pain and cope with the trauma of your past. It was all so long ago, now you're grown and doing well. Still, every now and then there is a nagging in your soul that pulls you to a place of deep sadness, where feelings of aloneness and inferiority seem to surface. We all have a closet where we pack the stuff we do not want the world to see. A place we do not want to remember exists and would much rather forget. However, the mask you wear does not always protect you from the invisible wounds that still ooze when you are alone, even years later. I see you and I hear you. The good news is there is hope!You do not have to hide anymore. You can be free. You can be released. You can be whole!The journey to true freedom and wholeness is a process and takes courage. But I promise you, my friend, it is worth the journey to living your best life to the fullest potential.DARE TO UNLOCK THE DOOR; Shares such a journey and was written to help others who have found themselves hindered by the secrets of their past. Stunted in their life's journey without even knowing why they seem to be going around in circles. Written with brutal honesty and clarity you will be encouraged to begin your own journey to freedom and wholeness. Included are provoking food for thought readings along with prayer meditations intended to help guide you on your journey. This book is for all, especially those who desire to be finally free, finally whole!
Man
In 'Man: the Dwelling Place of God' - A.W. Tozer reveals what it truly means to have Christ within us. It is such a private, intimate place that no one can intrude but Christ, and even He will enter only through an invitation of faith. Once the Spirit enters the core of the believer's heart and establishes residence there, man becomes a true child of God. What it truly means to have Christ within us - like leaving your old life behind, understanding the Bible, making godly choices, loving God for Himself, Christian fellowship, and more.
My life, Soccer and my faith
I grew up as a young boy in East Africa, in a country called Kenya. Had the same challenges and difficulties that every young boy faces growing up in Africa. I grew up in a Christian home. My parents were full-time ministers of the Gospel with The Salvation Army Evangelical organization. I am the fourth born in a family of three older sisters and three younger brothers. Seven of us grew up in the same home where the fear of God, discipline and respect for authority was emphasized. I really can't remember a day we missed church as a family. I can't remember a day we did not have family devotion every night before we went to bed. These are small and important things that my parents emphasized in our lives that gave us the foundation for life that has helped us over the years. They taught us to put God first in our lives and that form of discipline has stayed with most of my family members. My parents are now both deceased. However, the legacy and upbringing that they impacted in our lives has made us who we are today. "Thank you dad and mom for your tireless efforts to bring us up in the best way you thought for us." As a result of their assignments as Salvation Army ministers of the Gospel, we travelled and lived in different parts of Kenya. I was born in the Coastal port town of Mombasa. My younger brothers Andrew and Bramwel were born in Nakuru. Peter Mwololo was born in Tesoland, Western Kenya. My older sisters: Florence and Tru Mwololo were born in Bunyore, Kenya. Catherine was born in Nakuru too. Do you see the diversity even in our places of birth? Although we speak Kamba as our ethnic tribe, we were born in parts of Kenya that speak different dialects than the one we speak. We therefore grew up speaking different tribes in respect to the places where our parents were on their mission assignments. We were kind of missionaries in Kenya. This book is about my life with family, the popular game of soccer and how it influenced my life, and my faith in God and My Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I believe my family life, my career as a semi-pro soccer player and my faith have made me who I am today. This book is also about people who grew were around me, including my family members, soccer mates right from junior high, high school, during my employment period and playing at top flight and International levels of soccer.I pray that as you read this book, you will be encouraged and motivated to realize that your life has a purpose no matter what your upbringing is and where you were born. You have a story to tell and you are not just an accident going to happen somewhere. Write your own autobiography to encourage and help somebody who feels like they have no identity in this life.
The Ordinary Is Extraordinary
Today's parents feel pressured to spend "quality time" preparing their child for success in school and life. This landmark book shows parents how and why everyday moments they share with their child, for instance preparing and eating dinner, giving the child a bath, and changing a child's diaper, are the most valuable educational activities of all.
Rewinding Your Biological Clock
In 1996, Dr. Richard Paulson assisted a 63-year-old woman to conceive using in vitro fertilization with a donor egg, and she became the oldest woman in the world to give birth. This incredible example of how assisted reproductive technologies, or ART, can change the course of nature raises tough biological, emotional, and ethical issues. Rewinding Your Biological Clock is a unique exploration of each of these issues, especially the "how-to" of peri- and post-menopausal pregnancy. Written by a leading fertility specialist and a health educator, this original and daring book rethinks society's most fundamental beliefs about motherhood, aging, and life itself.
Birthmothers
Birthmothers presents intimate and stirring accounts of more than seventy women who surrendered babies for adoption. It follows their lives long-term, from discovery of their pregnancies through the present, and identifies the Birthmother Syndrome--a pattern of behavior and emotions resulting from surrender. With heartwarming candor, Birthmothers reveals the stories of the invisible side of the adoption triangle, and touches everyone involved in adoption, as well as anyone interested in motherhood, family, and women in our society.
The Mommy Chronicles
Follow the adventures of Charlie, an urban three-year-old on the fast track, and his slow-track mommy. In this hilarious volume, Charlie gets a haircut like Sting's, runs up a tab at a baseball game, and prefers the garlic press to any of his expensive "educational" toys. Charlie is a kid learning to be a consumer. His mommy reveals important secrets, like which stroller is "in," which is the "right" playgroup, and how to throw a fabulous fourth birthday party. Moms and dads alike will find these anecdotes of parenting at the end of the century to be truly priceless.
Parenting Autism
Stress. Anxiety. Uncertainty. Raising a child is a difficult job, but nurturing a child with autism can be especially daunting. Parents of children with autism face a myriad of challenges as they come to terms with a diagnosis, grapple with unfamiliar behaviors, and sift through potential intervention options. As the child grows, new worries arise causing anguish and overwhelming emotions. In this candid account of her journey as a mother of a child with autism, Sanjukta B. Mukherji provides a personal perspective combined with her professional knowledge as she guides other parents through nurturing a child with autism. A behavior analyst and expert in the field of special education, Mukherji shares how to: - Identify early signs of autism - Navigate early intervention options - Implement evidence-based parenting strategies - Evaluate schooling opportunities - Find coping strategies for children and caregivers This book will teach you to celebrate your children for who they are, and help them live an independent and fulfilling life.
In Love With A Narcissist
A gullible 20 year-old Black girl seeks love without really knowing what a man's love feels like, and without any love for herself. She thinks she's found true love in a 29 year-old married man. Time and again she repeats a karmic cycle with the man who opened her up to exploring her womanhood and sexuality. Knowing her weaknesses, flaws, and insecurities, he uses them against her to get what he wants, when and how he wants it. No matter the cost. Constantly reassuring her that he is protecting her from other men in the world, and that no man will love her like he does. And then they have a child.But his insecurities, lies and manipulation catch up to him. The sex and relationship eventually become so toxic and overwhelming that the mental trauma, verbal threats, and physical attacks became the norm, and leads to their separation. But now her only child is in the care of the man's parents after she was unduly pressured to hand over custody. During her healing process and attempts to spend time with her child, not only must she battle the domestic violence, but also the man's family, who insists if she wants to see her child she must petition the court to get custody back. This book was written to educate women and bring awareness to domestic violence, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and trauma, so abused women can reflect and recognize toxicity and the signs of a bad relationship, and love themselves enough to walk away with peace and forgiveness in their hearts, knowing that they do deserve better.
Letters of Love - Inspiration, Gratitude, Hope - A Compilation of Letters from Around the World
Letters of Love - Inspiration - Gratitude - HopeWhen so much of the current world around us seems shrouded in darkness, Letters of Love is back to brighten even the darkest of days.From pregnancy loss to community compassion, family gratitude to self-love, surviving trauma to paying tribute to heroes past and present, Letters of Love - Inspiration, Gratitude, Hope is a book filled with letters written by authors from around the globe. No two letters are alike, but each one is penned from a place of overwhelming love. These letters will pull on your heartstrings, give you an understanding of the many forms of love, inspire you, and give you strength to push through your own adversities.This heartfelt compilation is the follow-up to the international best-selling first volume of Letters of Love and is just as sure to fill your heart as you read all-new letters about love, the hero's journey, and living in gratitude.Reviews: "Melissa writes from the heart, a heart that has experienced the pain of unimaginable loss and has picked itself back up again to grow and love more children. This is bravery and courage, her words will offer much comfort to many women through their heartbreak"- Sam Payne - Co-Founder & CEOThe Pink Elephants Support NetworkLovena's letter is filled with words of wisdom, hope and gratitude. Some of the thoughts allow me to draw inspiration from as a writer. Having reminders for myself allows me to grow as an individual. These words that Lovena have mentioned "You don't need to be perfect because perfect is fantasy". This is so true in many ways, as we all wish for that fantasy in our life. Even my own fantasy for self actualisation can be fruitful in so many ways. Lovena really makes you feel that her words are a lesson for all of us to follow. As a fellow contributor with Lovena, I have appreciated and stood by the lessons that she has taught, and her Letter in this book is a reflection of that.- David Vine''I have had the honour to give my input to the text written by Pallavee Y. Periapayen on Celebrating Women Empowerment - our source of inspiration and belief in the future.The way she described the glory to all the ladies who had a mark in bringing and being the change is so deep, well structured, inspiring and above all makes us reminiscize the greatness of all these women who have been role models sometimes in the shadow and sometimes in the limelight to pave the way and inspire young women.It also depicts their perseverance, their beliefs, their selfless efforts and their might and plights in bringing their contribution to the cause of building a society, mentality and new world with equality, justice and hope for the future. The use of inspiring words to commemorate and revitalise them in our daily quest to forge a better world is laudable. I fully associate myself to this initiative.I have no hesitation in commending the Letters of Love Book as a source of motivation to all the active ladies engaged in the construction of a new era of hope.''- Ms Naveena RAMYADChief Government Whip (Republic of Mauritius)
Birth Becomes Hers
Go beyond "natural birth" and see birth as it was meant to be - empowered, unhindered, and free.From her experience as a mother of five (two assisted and three unassisted births), and as a birth and postpartum doula, author Bree Moore offers advice and stories of unassisted birth.Why you should consider home birthGetting your partner on boardUnassisted pregnancy and prenatal care supply listA unique recipe for healing a perineal tear - with seaweed!How to decide who to have at your home birthDoulas and unassisted birthBuilding intuitionUnderstanding fear and how to handle itWhat to do when someone else calls 9-1-1Identifying true emergencies and when to transferBirth Becomes Hers also contains a collection of more than 50 planned unassisted home birth stories. Stories include everything from the most straightforward of births to VBAC/HBAC, breech birth, and an unassisted birth of twins. This diverse collection of stories examines freebirth from a variety of angles, offering you the ability to learn and grow on your own path to home birth.For women who love "Ina May's Guide to Childbirth" by Ina May Gaskin, "Homebirth on Your Own Terms" by Heather Baker, and "Birth Unhindered" by Tara L McGuire."Reading 'Birth Becomes Hers' is like having a conversation with an extremely knowledgeable and intuitive best friend! Bree's warmth, compassion and understanding come through on every page as she shares her journey from hospital birth to midwife assisted home birth to freebirth. In addition to Bree's excellent research, she also provides links to articles, podcasts and books that go deeper into the issues many women face when considering having an unassisted birth. Lastly, she allows others to share their own fascinating stories of the challenges and rewards of giving birth at home on their own terms." -Laura Kaplan Shanley, author of "Unassisted Childbirth""Bree Moore's faith in life and in the process of childbirth shines like the sun in 'Birth Becomes Hers.' Bree's book is rich in supportive advice, full of inspirational resources and, best of all, packed full with a wealth of diverse freebirth stories! Bree's words ring like the voice of a supportive friend, offering trust in our bodies innate wisdom and strength. I would gladly recommend this book!"-Sarah M. Haydock, author of "Unhindered Childbirth: Wisdom for the Passage of Unassisted Birth"
Remembrance
When most people think of Louisiana, they think of Cajuns, alligators, and Mardi-Gras New Orleans. Few think of Northeast Louisiana and the hard, tough, and determined Scots-Irish and French families who settled its piney woods, worked in the sawmills, worked on the rivers, built the roads and railroads, hunted its plentiful game and farmed the soil. Caldwell Parish has a unique beauty and history that this memoir will bring to life.Remembrance is a memoir of Creston Curtis Dunn and his life in Caldwell Parish. Memories of his service and his contributions to the town of Columbia and Caldwell Parish will never be forgotten. In Remembrance, many surprising facts and fascinating stories await the reader.
Unleashed
UNLEASHED Ilona Parunakova is a 5X Best-Selling Author, Motivational keynote Speaker, Life Coach and a Founder and CEO of IP Resilience Global Magazine. Ilona is a direct descendant of an Armenian Genocide survivors during and survived the wartime in Republic of Georgia right after the collapse of the USSR. Over the years Ilona has succeeded in turning her disparities fro1n war, losses, struggles to fit in, every "No" in her life, into her super powers. Ilona rose above all odds to obtain Doctorate Degree in Family Christian Counseling and her PhD in Christian Philosophy. As a Master Coach she empowers people to find their voice even in the darkest times of their life and impa1ts courage and self-confidence so that they, too, can experience liberty in all of its best. She is an International TEDx speaker and is featured in Fox, NBC, CBC, Influencive, Powerhouse and Forbes Magazines. Ilona introduces herself unapologetically as God's Masterpiece and puts God as a CEO of her life. www.IPResilience.comww.llonaParunakova.comww.IPResilienceGlobal.comwww.IlonaParunakovaEmpowers.com
A Truly Limitless Life
Have you ever felt alone in motherhood?Mary spent her first pregnancy eager to meet her new baby boy. When an unexpected Down syndrome diagnosis for her son turned Mary's life upside down, she felt isolated in her shock and grief. She knew no one with Down syndrome, had no one to talk to, and nowhere to turn.The discovery of a social media account that embraced and honored Down syndrome was the impetus for Mary to move from depression towards action. She learned that Down syndrome is nothing to fear, and that her son has a bright future ahead of him. Through her story, you'll see how Mary found community, became an advocate, and founded a worldwide Down syndrome awareness blog, Limitlessnicholas.com. Mary writes to bring the same kind of power and community to mothers in every type of situation. In A Truly Limitless Life, Mary recounts those first few months in a way that is raw, unfiltered, and unapologetically honest. Her 20 lessons are brought to us via her personal stories, struggles, and victories in early motherhood. Mothers of children with a Down syndrome diagnosis and beyond can appreciate and relate to this uplifting journey.Nicholas has grown into a thriving young boy who serves as his family's living reminder that just about anything is possible as long as we have the courage to rewrite our own stories.
Ripples of Heaven
"This is honestly one of the best books I have read on this topic. I am personally renewing my commitment to pour into this next generation by finding my next 'Timothy'." - Marvin Adams, Sparrows House"This is a must-read book for every Christian believer. You will be equipped and inspired as you read how your life has been created to leave a legacy of sons and daughters of God." - Jessie & Jessica Cupp, Overflow Church This world needs spiritual mothers and fathers. This world needs you!There is no shortage of information in this world; there is a shortage of loving relationships.Jesus made disciples by inviting the 12 not just to a class or a lecture, but into His very life. These men got more than his teachings; they got the Teacher himself. These 12 men changed the world.This is Mentoring: "Come with me." Let's go change the world.
Autism - A Family Journey
It is an engaging and emotional story. At the same time, it is an honest portrayal of what it is like to live with autism on a daily basis. Cindy Rasmussen wrote this story for her children to help them understand what happened in their family when they were growing up, from the perspective of a Mom. Her eldest son, Mark, was only 19 months old when her autistic son, Steven, was born and only 2 1/2 when the first serious problems began. Steven was six years old when Geoffrey was born. So although they were there for most of the journey, they have little memory or understanding of the most difficult years for their family. It is her hope that as adults they can read her account and gain a deeper insight and understanding into things that took place in their childhoods and that this knowledge might help them as they go forward in their own lives.Cindy says: "If you are the parent of an autistic child, I also want to share our story with you so that you know that you are not alone. Your journey will be different than ours because every child is an individual and every family is unique. Our story does not have a "happily ever after" ending, but it is a story of hope and encouragement. We have found no perfect solutions, and we made many mistakes along the way, but we have found ways to overcome the obstacles and to find joy and fulfillment in knowing and loving our autistic child. It is my hope that our story will encourage you to also find a rewarding journey in life."For all who read this Cindy would like to leave the message that autism is not just a scary label, it has a face and a personality. She wants you to meet Steven, to get to know him as she and her family do and to learn why they love him and why he brings such joy to their lives and the lives of others. There are many "Stevens" out there, they are not all alike, but by knowing Steven through this story, Cindy hopes to help readers have a greater understanding and acceptance of others like him.
