Heart-Ray Vision
Like Superman using his X-ray vision, Grandpa and his spiritually curious grandson, Charlie, fire up a God-given superpower - Heart-ray vision. An ability to see God on the move with our hearts. This intergenerational story chronicles Charlie's adventure-packed fun at the lake with his grandparents. Charlie captures keepsake photos on his phone of discovered "God Sightings" - real evidence of God's presence and blessing in amazing, extraordinary ways. He learns from Grandpa that God Sightings effectively connect our spiritual life with our everyday life. By using his heart's "eyes," Charlie won't miss the cool things God is doing. Grandpa makes the most of the opportunity to share his faith and speak into the life of young Charlie. The bond between them grows stronger. God rewards them both - Charlie accepts Jesus as his Lord and Savior; Grandpa becomes a key influencer in his budding faith. So, "get your Heart-Ray vision on" with them. See what God is up to next! This is the first book written by Alan Alesius, a new evangelical Christian author. Alan is a previous winner of the Christian Writers Association Short Story Contest sponsored by Xulon Press. Alan's passion for intergenerational sharing of the Christian faith embodies this work. His heart's desire is twofold - that spiritually curious kids seek to know more of God, and that adults seek to share with the next generation God's love, their legacy of faith, and how the Lord has made a difference in their lives. Alan acknowledges the fine artistic talents of dear, longtime friend, Jill Rees, illustrator. Jill's sketches on the chapter title pages of this book bring focus to the content. Illustration captions also provide insight into our amazing and loving God.
All Your Gifts
In 2015, everything changed for Joanne Craven. Her life was just beginning the golden years with her husband Bob. They married on April 16, 1977, in a small town called Itasca in Illinois, at the Bethany Church. Their love was so strong, nothing could break them apart. Love can conquer everything, or so she thought. 2015 - Bob and Joanne had plans to retire soon. Bob was approaching 65 years of age and their children were all grown. They had a beautiful home on a lake that they built on land purchased when the children were young. With two grandchildren and just getting news that a third one was going to be born, they took a trip to Florida to witness the birth of their first grandson, and first boy in the family. Life seemed perfect. But the year 1969 came back to haunt them. The year Bob went to Camp Lejeune for Naval Hospital Corps School. He made wonderful ties with a fellow Corpsman, John H. Swift, and through the years ahead, they corresponded with the hand written letter very seldom used today. 13 letters in all, Joanne found later tucked away together in a drawer. She never could have imagined what those letters would bring to her.
INSPIRATION & ENCOURAGEMENT from IN SYNC
Bring more INSPIRATION and ENCOURAGEMENT to your life with this weekly devotionalfrom the slightly modified weekly column of IN SYNC published in the BOURBON COUNTYCITIZEN newspaper!Spend a week on a specific subject instead of only one day! Meditate (chew) on the meat of thearticle to gain much insight. 4 specialty articles for blessings on Christmas, Thanksgiving, Resurrection Sunday, andValentine's Day.May the Lord richly bless you as you study this weekly devotional and seek His Presence to internalizethe messages. Patti Grace
LifeLaunch
Today's young people are struggling against the tide of cultural revolution, battling waves of confusion and chaos to find their moorings.Gone are the rites of passage, markers of thresholds in young lives, once observed as memorable family traditions. Left to drift into adulthood at the mercy of the winds of change, many of today's youth have crashed on the shoals as statistics in the shipwreck of suicide, now the second leading cause of death among Gen Z and Gen Alpha youth.Sometimes progress means abandoning whatever isn't working and returning to whatever worked. We owe it to our children to turn this around for them.In this booklet you'll find tools for helping to launch your child or youth group participant through a successful transition into adulthood. You'll discover: Why an adolescent needs a LifeLaunchThe benefits of a LifeLaunch celebrationA workbook for planning a LifeLaunch partyA guestbook and space for special messages from your guests
Grandkids as Gurus
When her first grandkids were born, Susan Lebel Young dreamed about what an awesome grandparent she would be. As a retired psychotherapist, a mindfulness coach and yoga teacher, she knew she was prepared for this role. She would teach them how to be kind, considerate, and patient. Her plan didn't work. Instead, Young found that the grandkids taught her.
Baby Talk
A gift from the heart is the best gift of all...When Marissa Crawford and her husband Brad decide to start a family, Marissa has serious doubts about her ability to be a good mother-she was raised by one of the worst. Torn between telling Brad the truth and hoping she doesn't get pregnant, Marissa's life is completely upended when a baby girl is left in a basket on the front porch of her large home in Maine. Caring for the baby given specifically to Brad and her, Marissa must decide what her role in life is all about. Attempting to overcome her past, she's faced with agonizing decisions. As she opens her heart to those who need her, she is challenged in unexpected ways and discovers a joy greater than she's ever known.A family saga with meaning ... showing once again the strength of women. Be sure to read all the books in the series - The Talking Tree, Sweet Talk, Straight Talk, Baby Talk. Another of Judith Keim's series books celebrating love and families, strong women meeting challenges, and clean women's fiction with a touch of romance-beach reads for all ages with a touch of humor, satisfying twists, and happy endings. Be sure to check out her other delightful books and series that readers adore.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
In Animal-Assisted Therapy: Superstars Change Teen Lives, author Gaby Dufresne-Cyr explores the transformative power of animal-assisted therapy in the lives of at-risk teenagers. The story unfolds in a unique setting where dogs, wolves, rats, and horses become compassionate companions in the journey toward healing and self-discovery. Amidst the challenges, Gaby, a visionary therapist, pioneers a groundbreaking program that pairs troubled teens with various animal partners. These animals, each with distinctive qualities, serve as catalysts for change, offering a form of therapy that transcends traditional methods.
Be Brave not Bitter
An Inspired flashback of a girls first love and the preparation some women never received, for the moments in relationships when the answers are not crystal clear and the one you fell so deep in love with did not catch you properly. Through it all, we get through it gracefully.
The Family and Industrial Society
First published in 1983, the origin of this book is found in an article where the author attempted to relate traditional research on the family to developments in historical enquiry and Marxist scholarship. The aim here is to explain the character of the contemporary family by placing it in a wider historical and theoretical perspective.
Two Brothers, Their Mother, and the Green-Eyed Monster
A Spellbinding Psychological Thriller with many Shocking Twists.A tale of greed, deception, sibling rivalry, parental abuse and estrangement. Harrowing story of what happens when a loving son wants to provide comfort and care for his ailing mother suffering with dementia in her last years. Met with only animosity, jealousy and betrayal from his siblings, who are more interested in control than compassion. He perseveres through roadblock after roadblock__often going up against unscrupulous, attorneys, judges, and caregivers. The jealous brother used skeptical ways to obtain the power of attorney for their mother even during her attempts to remove him as sole power of attorney. He then uses this position and the authority it gave 'him as 'power for revenge' against his brother. The jealous brother becomes "The Green Eyed Monster." Shakespeare created this name for jealousy in his play, Othello to dramatize jealousy and it's powerful and dangerous ability to destroy. Joined by their sister as he becomes more callous, relentless, contemptible and cruel towards their brother by wrongful use of his authority, ignoring the effect their actions were having on their 91-year-old mother in the final stage of dementia. She started to become more withdrawn, confused and broken-hearted. A lawsuit was filed against the jealous brother in an attempt to stop his cruelty.
Adoption Alchemy
Imagine looking into the mirror and wondering who the hell you look like. Imagine seeing absolutely nothing staring back at you that resembles anyone you know. The life long consequences of this, for many adoptees, can leave you feeling lost and disconnected from yourself and others. Floating midway between a birth family and an adoptive family adoptees are looking for a way to reconnect to themselves. Adoption Alchemy - From Self-Loathing to Self-Loving is an intriguing story of one woman's personal journey through adoption. If you are an adoptee the book offers strategies and exercises that can help you make sense of how you're feeling and will inspire you to want to become the best version of you possible. JoJo Miracle Patience is both a reunited adoptee and first mother. Through her own story and healing transformation she will both challenge and nurture you to take action so that you can live life on your own terms. Deeply moving, raw and yet uplifting, this book is a must read for adoptees and anyone with an interest in adoption issues, families or the human condition.
Gifted and Distractible
A practical, research-based guide that demystifies giftedness and learning differences in order to help "twice exceptional" children thrive. Does your child exhibit giftedness and behavioral issues like meltdowns, power struggles, and difficulty relating to their peers? Are they out-of-the-box thinkers requiring different teaching and learning methods? It's a widely held misconception that intellectual ability and social and emotional success go hand in hand. In fact, "twice exceptional" kids--those who are gifted and have simultaneous learning differences like ADHD, Autism, or dyslexia--are often misunderstood by parents, teachers, and themselves. This much-needed and empowering guide reveals the unique challenges these remarkable kids face, and offers strength-based, hands-on strategies for understanding, supporting, and advocating for twice exceptional kids. In a world that labels them lazy, scattered, attention-seeking, and a problem that can't be solved, these tools will help you reimagine the world through your child's unique perspective--so you can help them thrive.
Teachers! How Not to Kill the Spirit in Your ADHD Kids
Sarah Templeton is an English Counsellor, CBT Therapist and Coach who has specialised in ADHD since her own shock diagnosis at the age of fifty-one. Her first book, How Not to Murder Your ADHD Kid - Instead, Learn How to be Your Child's Own ADHD Coach, resonated with mums and dads who, desperate for teachers to understand their children's ADHD brains, started thrusting copies at them! Those same parents encouraged Sarah to write this book for teaching professionals.Sarah understands only too well how big a part teachers and schools play in helping children get the best start in life. She spent eleven years in the English education system, yet nobody identified her moderate-to-severe ADHD, severe dyspraxia, dyscalculia or sensory processing disorder, meaning she failed her 12+ 'spectacularly'!Sarah is now passionate about helping teachers identify and work with these conditions in the classroom. Children who are not diagnosed and treated for their neurodiverse conditions often have a dismal time at school: they know they feel different and don't fit in, but they don't understand why. This can lead them to experiment with drugs or alcohol and fall so easily into a life of addiction, unemployment, homelessness or crime.Working with ADHD children and adolescents for ten years in private practice, Sarah has seen first-hand the road from 'stroppy kid' via 'naughty teen' to 'young offender' and is committed to helping teachers understand their ADHD students before things get out of hand. In this book, Sarah shares her insider knowledge of how ADHD kids' brains really work. She will help you understand their thoughts, actions and behaviours and give you the very best ways of managing ADHD in the classroom, ensuring these kids go on to be the leaders and winners they were born to be.'Sarah gets ADHD brains like no other therapist.' - Dr Helen Read, Psychiatrist, The ADHD Consultancy
Boost Your Child's Self Esteem and Confidence
Discover the Path to Empowerment and Success for Your Child!In this world self-esteem and confidence lay the groundwork for a lifetime of achievement and happiness. "Boost Your Child's Self Esteem and Confidence" is your indispensable guide to nurturing your child's emotional well-being. Drawing on the expertise of experienced psychologists in children's psychology, this book is a treasure trove of insights, techniques, and practical tools tailored to parents and teenagers alike.Unlock the secrets of understanding self-esteem's profound impact on your child's development, happiness, and future success. Delve into research-backed strategies that foster emotional resilience, encourage positive relationships, and ignite a thirst for academic excellence. Explore how a strong self-esteem foundation in childhood leads to a fulfilling adulthood.Part 2 is your hands-on roadmap, providing actionable guidance on building your child's self-esteem and confidence from the ground up. Learn to create a supportive environment, embrace challenges as growth opportunities, and instill the power of positive self-talk. Equip your child with the tools to set goals, celebrate achievements, and develop a growth mindset that propels them forward.Whether you're a parent seeking practical solutions or a teenager eager to harness these transformative principles, this book is your blueprint for nurturing self-esteem and confidence. As you journey through its pages, you'll empower your child to become a resilient, confident individual poised to conquer challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in every facet of life.Unlock the potential within your child and guide them toward a future filled with self-assuredness, success, and endless possibilities. Get ready to embark on an enriching journey of growth and empowerment with "Boost Your Child's Self Esteem and Confidence."
Twenty-three Weeks
Most women expect to have a typical pregnancy, especially when they are told that everything is going well. This was the case for Karen up until a night when all which seemed certain was suddenly replaced with questions, including the fate of her child. Realizations about pregnancy, birth, infancy and future children shove previous visions of how life will be to the background to make permanent space for new, difficult truths. Karen provides a raw guide to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a place experienced by many parents but rarely explored narratively. Twenty-three Weeks is a love story between mother and child. It is a reflection on grief and compassion. It is a first person account of our human potential to withstand suffering and find honest acceptance.
I Wish I Knew This Before
This book talks about how we can understand ourself and how our surrounding environment affects us. As this knowledge could be applied in all areas, here I focused on parenting as its the foundation. The content of this book is written in a way so that it is generic and can be applied to all irrespective of their age, culture, class of society etc
Stories of Autistic Joy
'I love that I don't need to feel ashamed at my happiest, and that my joy no longer needs to go through a filter before it's ready to see the light of day' Laura Kate Dale and 15 other autistic authors from around the globe, open the door and invite you in to explore and celebrate the candid, uplifting and intimate moments of autistic joy. More often than not autism is viewed through the lens of struggles and challenges - Stories of Autistic Joy is here to shift that narrative and turn the spotlight onto the unique joys that shape autistic people's lives. Joy comes in all shapes and sizes: loving relationships, fantasy writing, building soft forts, echolalia, peaceful solitude, Pokemon, stimming freely and unmasking for the first time. So, step inside and explore the diverse and heart-warming stories from around the world and celebrate what makes experiencing autistic joy so special.
There’s No Such Thing as ’Naughty’
THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'This book has changed my life' Joe Wicks 'As a parenting support book this is in a class of its own . . . It is perhaps the most helpful book for parents of children of any age' Professor Peter Fonagy, CEO Anna Freud National Centre for Children & Families 'This is a book that will change lives' Dr Suzanne Zeedyk, Infant Psychologist 'This book is absolutely brilliant! I love that it is about parenting a healthy brain' Dr Guddi Singh, Paediatrician and Health CampaignerWant to know the secret to tackling tantrums and tears, stopping squabbles in seconds AND lay the foundations for your child's good mental health in the process? In There's No Such Thing As 'Naughty', mum to two young children, journalist and children's mental health advocate Kate Silverton shares her groundbreaking new approach to parenting under-fives that helps to make family life so much easier and and certainly a lot more fun! Kate's unique strategies, easy-to-follow scripts and simple techniques will enable you to manage those tricky everyday challenges with ease - and help you to enjoy the strongest bond possible with your child, both now and in the years ahead. Endorsed by leading figures in the field of children's mental health, at the heart of the book is a simple and revelatory way to understand how your child's brain develops and how it influences their behaviour. Rooted in the latest science - explained really simply - this engaging, accessible and warm parenting guide will redefine how you see and raise your children, with a new understanding that for under-fives, there can be no such thing as 'naughty'. There's No Such Thing as 'Naughty' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 03.05.21. It was in the Top 10 for 4 consecutive weeks.
Anger Management
Are you sick and tired of having to apologise for overreacting and for accidentally hurting people who are important to you? Are you sick and tired of having to explain yourself?Would you want to find out how to control your anger so it doesn't get the better of you? Would you want to know how to prevent the negative effects of rage from having a physical and mental toll on you? Are you prepared to accept responsibility for your feelings and take action to deal with the issue of anger that you have? If you've given any of these questions a positive response, then this is the book you should read.Keeping all of this in mind, I decided to write this book in the hopes that it would make the material much more accessible to other people who share similar goals and are prepared to break free of destructive patterns of behaviour and stop allowing their emotions to rule their lives.A significant number of people report that they have difficulty adequately managing these unpleasant feelings. People who are unable to recognise and manage their feelings often find themselves trapped in a vicious cycle of emotional upheaval, which leaves them feeling powerless and overwhelmed. It is necessary to recognise that everyone has bad feelings, but knowing how to control them is the key to restoring emotional balance and finding peace inside oneself. While it is essential to recognise that everyone experiences negative emotions, it is also essential to learn how to manage them.
Anger Management
You will become the master of your emotions when you have mastered the ability to cope with anger, both your own and that of other people. When you are able to keep your emotions in check, you will have a much easier time maintaining command in any given circumstance. This book will offer you practical techniques to tune into your feelings and understand why you feel the way you do. It will also show you how to understand why other people feel the way they do. You will get an understanding of the factors that contribute to our occasional irritability, as well as strategies for coping with it.Learning to rein in your rage is essential to not just your physical health but also your mental and emotional well-being as well. The most of the books on anger control that I've read don't address the central issue, which can be quite frustrating. They focus on treating the symptoms rather than the cause. This book will present you with a new understanding of what anger is and where it originates, as well as strong and practical ways that will teach you how to regulate your anger in the most effective manner possible.Do you find that you can't get a handle on your bad feelings too often? If you replied "YES" to any of the questions above, then you should read this book.In the course of travelling through life, we go through a wide range of feelings, some of which are more difficult to manage than others. These include feelings such as rage, anxiety, depression, and stress. These bad sentiments have the potential to throw us off our emotional balance, which in turn may have an impact on our relationships, our career, and our entire well-being.You and your companion will be taken away from the everyday on an eye-opening trip that transcends the banal and into a world of deeper love, trust, and incomparable harmony as you make your way through this ground-breaking masterwork.
Balancing Independence and Togetherness
"Harmonious Threads: Balancing Independence and Togetherness in Relationships"In the enchanting pages of "Harmonious Threads," embark on a transformative journey through the delicate art of maintaining equilibrium between independence and togetherness within relationships. With wisdom that weaves together the tapestry of human connection, this book delves into the profound significance of nurturing individual identities while nurturing the shared bond.Explore the vibrant interplay of personal growth and partnership vitality as you uncover strategies for open communication, embracing quality time, navigating challenges, and fostering mutual support. Through the chapters, discover the transformative power of effective conflict resolution, the value of maintaining outside friendships, and the beauty of embracing both individuality and unity.Each page of "Harmonious Threads" offers practical insights, real-life anecdotes, and thoughtful reflections that guide you towards a relationship that flourishes with understanding, empathy, and shared joy. As you immerse yourself in the wisdom within these pages, you'll uncover the secrets to cultivating a connection that stands the test of time-a connection woven from harmonious threads of love, respect, and shared growth.
Parenting as Partners
Title: "Parenting as Partners: Navigating Parenthood Together"Book Description: "Parenting as Partners: Navigating Parenthood Together" is a heartfelt guide that illuminates the path of collaborative parenting, where partners come together to raise their children in a united and harmonious way. From the early stages of understanding the concept of parenting as a partnership to fostering individuality, facing challenges, and maintaining intimacy, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the principles that strengthen the bond between partners and create a nurturing environment for children.Drawing upon practical strategies, real-life scenarios, and insightful reflections, this book delves into the art of communication, division of parenting roles, supporting each other's well-being, and navigating extended family dynamics. It guides partners through the challenges of parenthood, showing them how to maintain their connection while embracing the growth that comes with this shared journey."Parenting as Partners" invites readers to celebrate the unique qualities of their children, face challenges as a united front, and nurture their partnership through the changing seasons of life. With a focus on understanding, empathy, and effective communication, this book empowers partners to build a strong foundation for collaborative parenting, enriching their family's tapestry with love, unity, and shared purpose.Whether you're a new parent or have been on this journey for years, "Parenting as Partners: Navigating Parenthood Together" offers valuable insights and practical guidance for creating a harmonious partnership that enhances the joy of parenting and the strength of your family bonds.
BIRTH AND PREGNANCY POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS colouring book
Congratulations on this miraculous journey of pregnancy! You are embarking on a transformative experience filled with joys, challenges, and a whirlwind of emotions. That's why I created the Pregnancy and Birth Positive Affirmation Coloring Book, especially for you.Each hand-drawn illustration in this exquisite book has been lovingly crafted to celebrate the miracle of life growing within you and to support your well-being. As you immerse yourself in the artistic process, let the affirmations gently guide you towards self-care, acceptance, relaxation, confidence, and happiness.With every stroke of your coloring utensil, feel the connection deepening between your heart, mind, and body. Each affirmation is carefully chosen to uplift your spirit, nurture self-acceptance, and instill a sense of calm and confidence as you embrace the journey of pregnancy and birth. Let the positive energy flow through you and envelop you and your precious baby.Beyond the realm of pregnancy, this coloring book is also a remarkable companion for fertility treatments, awakening your inner strength and resilience. Furthermore, it can be a valuable tool for hypnobirthing therapy, helping you shift your perspective towards a positive and empowering birth experience. Imagine a labor filled with ease and comfort, with your body working harmoniously with nature.This beautiful creation is my heart and soul poured onto every page, as a devoted mother and artist myself. I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with pregnancy, and I crafted each illustration with serenity, wisdom, and an abundance of love, just for you.Make the Pregnancy and Birth Positive Affirmation Coloring Book an integral part of your self-care routine during pregnancy. It's a treasured keepsake that will remind you of your inner strength and the beauty of this journey. Whether you gift it to yourself or share it with an expecting mother at a baby shower, it is a heartfelt token of support and encouragement.Embrace the transformative power of motherhood with mindfulness, self-expression, and the therapeutic joy of coloring. Allow the affirmations to nurture your spirit, uplift your soul, and create a deep connection with your little one. Together, let's celebrate the magic of this incredible chapter in your life, I am truly honored to be a part of your incredible adventure, With warmest wishes, Yasmine Davey
Mindful Partnership
Title: "Mindful Partnership: Practicing Presence in Relationships"Book Description: "Mindful Partnership: Practicing Presence in Relationships" invites you on a transformative journey to elevate your connections from ordinary to extraordinary. In this enlightening guide, you'll explore the art of cultivating mindfulness within relationships, weaving authenticity, empathy, and intentionality into the fabric of your partnership. Discover the key principles that foster deeper understanding, effective communication, and lasting bonds. From nurturing individual growth to making conscious decisions, this book provides practical insights and actionable steps for integrating mindfulness into your daily interactions. Whether you're beginning a new relationship or seeking to enrich an existing one, "Mindful Partnership" empowers you to create a connection that is grounded in authenticity, fueled by empathy, and destined to flourish. Embark on a path of shared growth, connection, and lasting love as you embrace the art of practicing presence in relationships.
Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors
"All behavior makes sense"'"It most certainly does not!", is probably your first reaction. Parenting and neuroscience expert Robyn Gobbel is here to reveal how all behavior, no matter how baffling, can be explained and remedied. You just need to look past the behavior and understand what's going on inside. Robyn decodes the latest brain science into easy-to-understand principles and metaphors to help you become an expert in your child's behavior. She reveals simple ways to help you regulate and connect with your child, with brain-, body- and sensory-based strategies to overcome day-to-day challenges. She also provides you with the knowledge to understand and regulate your own brain so that you don't flip your lid when your child flips theirs. Let this be your lifeline for parenting or caring for any child with baffling behaviors and hidden challenges, including kids who have experienced adversity, or with additional needs.
Catch a Falling Star
Welcome to the book that understands the highs and lows of being a single mom. Have you ever had those days when you tucked your little ones into bed and couldn't help but feel like you didn't live up to your own expectations? Do you sometimes question whether you're enough for your child, handling everything by yourself? We all want the very best for our children, but finding the path to create that life you envision can be challenging. Are you tired of waiting for someone else to come and save the day, to rescue you from the overwhelming moments? Take a deep breath, because this book is here to empower and support you on your journey. Together, we'll explore practical strategies, heartfelt letters, and uplifting guidance to help you embrace your strengths and discover the joy of being an extraordinary mom.Features: Journal Size: The journal measures a spacious 8x10 inches, offering ample writing space for your thoughts and reflections.Thoughtful Journal Prompts: Discover thought-provoking prompts tailored to your journey as a single mom, guiding you through moments of introspection and growth.Gratitude Journaling: Embrace positivity with dedicated pages to express gratitude and appreciate the bright spots in your daily life.Goal Planner: Organize your aspirations and dreams with a goal planner that helps you set achievable objectives and track your progress.Coloring Pages with Original Illustrations: Unwind and tap into your creative side with coloring pages featuring captivating original illustrations.Resource Pages for Single Moms: Find valuable resources, tips, and support to navigate the unique challenges and triumphs of single motherhood.Engaging Activity Pages: Engage in activities that foster self-care, personal exploration, and moments of joy.You Will Need: Writing Utensil: A pen will be your trusty companion for pouring your thoughts onto the pages.Colorful Expression: Bring your coloring pages to life with crayons or colored pencils, adding your personal touch to the illustrations.Star Stickers: Use star stickers to mark your favorite prompts, meaningful entries, milestones, and Sunday Self Care Bingo, throughout your journaling journey.
The Mini ADHD Coach
An inclusive guide to ADHD that explores its diverse types, symptoms, diagnoses, and misconceptions, and shares how to work with your ADHD brain to fully understand yourself. Diagnosed at 29, Alice Gendron offers full and supportive insight into life with ADHD, addresses common challenges and hurdles, and provides tips and ADHD hacks that will help you to get things done and live a more peaceful daily life. This illustrated and informative guide is a must-have for anyone looking to better understand ADHD and how to thrive with ADHD. Through Gendron's motivational voice and relatable illustrations, The Mini ADHD Coach will teach you: How to emotionally process your ADHD diagnosis. How ADHD can impact your daily life, from getting your morning started to time management, dating, making dinner, and more. What ADHD expressions, such as analysis paralysis, hyperfocus, and time blindness, really mean. ADHD hacks like habit-stacking and gamification to try out and find the solutions that fit your life. The Mini ADHD Coach is the perfect resource for flourishing with ADHD. FIRST TRULY ACCESSIBLE SELF-HELP BOOK FOR ADHD READERS: While there are many books about ADHD, this is a unique graphic approach that explores ADHD from daily challenges and how to overcome them to a comprehensive overview of everything you need to know. This book offers a great resource for readers of all ages with its accessible illustrations and thorough content, which is timely and essential given the increase of diagnoses of ADHD in children and women around the world. POPULAR EXPERT AUTHOR: Alice Gendron's style and approach have struck a chord internationally, with a rapidly growing audience of nearly a half-million social media followers--including a strong following across her foreign-language accounts in Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Japanese. Her growing website (theminiadhdcoach.com) has thousands of monthly visitors from across North America. A VITAL ADDITION TO ADHD BOOKSHELVES: For anyone diagnosed with or supporting family or friends with ADHD, this is a practical and informative guide to read along with such ADHD books for adults as Neurotribes, Invisible Women, Women with ADHD, The End of Average, Unwell Women, Divergent Mind, Your Brain's Not Broken, Mother Brain, Still Distracted After All These Years, Taking Charge of ADHD, Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, Hyperbole and a Half, Solutions and Other Problems, and Am I There Yet? Perfect for: Readers age 15+ with ADHD or those who believe they may have ADHD and are looking for better understanding and a diagnosis Parents looking for guidance for their children with ADHD Anyone interested in learning more about ADHD or how to support their friends/family with ADHD Fans of informative graphic nonfiction titles Teachers seeking tools to support students with ADHD Fans of Alice Gendron and @the_mini_adhd_coach
Connecting with Your Teens
Connecting with Your Teens is a simple, practical, down-to-earth guide for all parents and teachers who want to bond with their teenagers while also helping them to develop important life skills. This fun and effective book contains chapters that can be followed chronologically throughout the year, or by selecting a 'life skill' that may need to be learnt. Each chapter explores different understandings of these life skills, offers fun and engaging activities to develop these skills as a family and includes personal narratives relating to each life skill. Learning these skills will not only help your teen navigate the sometimes-tricky stages of adolescent life but ultimately thrive through the rest of their lives to come.
Horse Sense from the Heartland
In the words of American humorist and Oklahoma-born heartlander Will Rogers, common sense ain't common. But while the modern world around us may seem to be desperately lacking practicality, wisdom and values, horse sense still reigns supreme in the heartland of the United States.In Horse Sense from the Heartland, author Daniel C Bruch shares his own common sense take on the world in written vignettes which focus on contemporary social concerns and key values. A retired professor and clergyman, Dr Bruch offers timeless examples of common-sense values and virtues from his youth which are as true today as they have ever been.The book exudes a quiet confidence and wisdom, acting as a steadfast guide to the reader. Unlike many public figures who relish in loudly expressing controversial opinions, Dr Bruch concentrates on the issues which really matter, introducing heartland values to a wider audience.
What God Made
Adoption can be one of the greatest and hardest things a person or couple can be called to do. You promise to care for and love a child who cannot be cared for by their birth parents. You have taken the biblical calling to care for orphans personally and love that child no matter what. How can you convey that love when there are so many physically and socially conceived differences between you? This book provides an avenue for conversation with adopted children in a loving and Godly way. The author's hope is that this book will promote adoption and encourage children to know and understand the love that their adoptive parents have for them.
Rattled
A Zibby Owens Summer Reading Pick Most new mothers bring their infants to the doctor but ignore any distressing feelings or sensations they might themselves have--that sense of being "rattled" at many moments throughout the day and night. In Rattled, Dr. Nicole Pensak shares her own experiences and those of her patients to help new mothers feel informed, validated, and guided through matrescence. After giving birth, a woman often feels like a completely different person. It may sound dramatic, but the rollercoaster of physical and psychological changes affects brain and body in a similar way that adolescence changes us. To compound that, many women hide these feelings, worrying that something is wrong with them. Dr. Nicole Pensak is here to reassure us that being "rattled" is normal, and not at all surprising. After all, seismic changes in identity and emotion have occurred. Research shows that a woman's brain shifts in real, biological ways very quickly after giving birth. Many women become hypervigilant, for good reason: the brain is telling her to stay alert because she has a human to keep alive and safe. While these brainpower boosts can cause anxious feelings, they can also help to manage the distress and harness the advantages of the postpartum brain. In fact, this is a time of neuroplasticity, when the brain is more receptive to positive reinforcement.Trained at Yale and Harvard and certified in perinatal mental health, Dr. Pensak provides practical and emotional support, helping to relieve the anxiety and pressure for perfection in motherhood and paving the way for a better beginning for families and babies. She discusses mental health treatment and the upside of therapy during this changing time, and offers accessible scientific information, relatable anecdotes, and strategies for self-care. The result is a reassuring and practical handbook that new mothers and their families will refer to time and again.
Letters to Schnicklefritz
What if you could communicate with an unborn child? In "Letters to Schnicklefritz", Tony Woods does just that in 27 short chapters, each corresponding to 27 weeks of a child's development in the womb. With each letter comes a fresh understanding of the miracle that is taking place, and how each week brings new reminders of God's Hand at work. This is much more than the story of one life from conception. Schnicklefritz is in fact a part of every baby that was ever born; and if you look close enough you might even see yourself.
A Granddaughter Is Love
This sweet and heartwarming keepsake book is for a granddaughter who fills your days with joy and your heart with treasured memories. As a birthday, holiday, graduation, thinking of you, or any occasion gift, this book expresses all the precious feelings you have for a cherished granddaughter who enriches your world with her laughter and love.
How to Raise Happy Neurofabulous Children
Parenting can be chaos, a flurry of trial and error, problem-solving, and tears (of difficulty but also of joy!). Katy Elphinstone, an autistic parent who's experienced herself the wonders and the challenges of raising two children, one of whom is autistic, has taken notes on the 'do's' and 'dont's' of parenting when it comes to neurodivergent children. Supportive and refreshingly direct, Katy's advice can be tailored to you and your child's needs. We know there isn't a 'one size fits all' guide to parenting! There's also space to write your thoughts down and organise those tips that work for you. With advice on all the day-to-day experiences such as preparing for school, venturing out to a new place, making friends, and even posing the question, 'Can screentime be a positive?', Neurofabulous is the ultimate guide that gives you everything you need to ensure that you and your child thrive.
How did we get here
This book is about stories that made us remain together and the values by which we lived. Some of them go against conventional thought and traditional behaviour. After 40 years, we got tired of having parties so this book is a way to share the stories of our lifetime, and our lifetime together, our relationship.
Authentic Communication
**Title: ** Authentic Communication: Speaking Your Truth in Love**Book Description: **In "Authentic Communication: Speaking Your Truth in Love," embark on a transformative journey that delves into the heart of genuine connection. This insightful guide illuminates the art of open and honest communication within relationships, offering practical strategies for embracing vulnerability, active listening, and empathy. Discover the power of expressing your thoughts, feelings, and needs authentically, while also fostering an environment where others can do the same. From navigating difficult conversations with grace to cultivating an atmosphere of understanding and growth, this book equips you with the tools to enrich your interactions and forge bonds rooted in truth and love. Whether you're seeking to strengthen existing relationships or cultivate new ones, this book empowers you to navigate the intricate landscape of human connection with authenticity and integrity.
Relationships and Life Transitions
Title: "Relationships and Life Transitions"Book Description: "Relationships and Life Transitions" is a compassionate and insightful guide that navigates the intricate interplay between personal growth, evolving connections, and the ever-changing landscape of life transitions. From the exhilarating peaks of career changes to the tender valleys of coping with loss, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of how relationships navigate the ebb and flow of change. Drawing on expert insights and real-life experiences, each chapter delves into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies for maintaining strong partnerships during pivotal moments. Discover the power of effective communication, shared exploration, and unwavering support as you journey through career shifts, parenthood, empty nests, and beyond. Whether you're in the throes of change or preparing for what lies ahead, "Relationships and Life Transitions" is your companion for embracing growth, fostering unity, and nurturing the love that sustains us through life's transitions.
Simply Available
You CAN Foster Parent Long-Term and Stay Sane! "A lot of ordinary days serving in your own home can actually add up to an extraordinary life." Part memoir, part call to action, and all practical guidebook, Simply Available invites you into a great adventure where you offer up your life and family to positively impact a child's future. The choice to offer generous hospitality by becoming a foster parent is a life-altering choice. You'll never see the world the same again. Parenting a child who has experienced trauma isn't simple. Lessons drawn from Abby's experiences in foster care and her mindset for fostering takes the guesswork out of how to build trusting and positive relationships with traumatized children, caseworkers, and biological families. With a direct frankness you're not likely to hear at any formal training, Abby helps parents: Consider the expectations they may have for working with foster children, biological families, and child welfare agencies.Evaluate the impact of foster care on their personal lives and family structure.Discuss foster care fears and contemplate the positive outcomes of fostering.Strategize about how they can show up fully for children who've been wounded.
Running on Ritalin
In a book as provocative and newsworthy as Listening to Prozac and Driven to Distraction, a physician speaks out on America's epidemic level of diagnoses for attention deficit disorder, and on the drug that has become almost a symbol of our times: Ritalin. In 1997 alone, nearly five million people in the United States were prescribed Ritalin--most of them young children diagnosed with attention deficit disorder. Use of this drug, which is a stimulant related to amphetamine, has increased by 700 percent since 1990. And this phenomenon appears to be uniquely American: 90 percent of the world's Ritalin is used here. Is this a cause for alarm--or simply the case of an effective treatment meeting a newly discovered need? Important medical advance--or drug of abuse, as some critics claim? Lawrence Diller has written the definitive book about this crucial debate--evenhanded, wide-ranging, and intimate in its knowledge of families, schools, and the pressures of our speeded-up society. As a pediatrician and family therapist, he has evaluated hundreds of children, adolescents, and adults for ADD, and he offers crucial information and treatment options for anyone struggling with this problem. Running on Ritalin also throws a spotlight on some of our most fundamental values and goals. What does Ritalin say about the old conundrums of nature vs. nurture, free will vs. responsibility? Is ADD a disability that entitles us to special treatment? If our best is not good enough, can we find motivation and success in a pill? Is there still a place for childhood in the performance-driven America of the late nineties?
THE FLIGHT to FREEDOM
Katrina (Trina) Frierson's story exemplifies redemption. After years of struggling with addiction, Trina experienced life on the streets, periods of homelessness, incarceration, and losing custody of her children. She received the support she needed to establish and maintain her sobriety in order to regain her life. In an effort to pay it forward, Trina felt led to serve women in similar situations. She saw the need for a long-term program that addressed addiction but also offered life-changing support, therapy, and job skills that are crucial to life-long recovery. Trina founded Mending Hearts in 2004. In its infancy, Mending Hearts owned one home and treated seven women. The program has now grown to 15 homes and has served over 5,000 women, becoming a critical resource for treating women in Middle Tennessee. It was essential to Trina to not only help individuals but also to transform her community, and she has played an integral part in revitalizing West Nashville. Trina believes that it is her duty to rebuild a community where she was once part of its demise. Trina has turned inhabitable dwellings into homes filled with hope to bring healing and beautification to her community and the women in it.
Before the Vows
This Book is a down-to-earth treatment of issues Christian youths would definitely encounter in the course of preparing towards marriage. I, therefore, encourage young people and parents to read this book to enable them to prepare well before they are married. Parents can also guide their children I. Their choices for marriage using this book as a resource.Rev. Prof. Emmanuel Ordue UsieBenue State University, Makurdi Tersur Ityokoso's Before the Vows offers you a very incisive and thorough down-to-earth guide you need to follow to avoid the pitfalls that many folks have ignored and are wallowing in abject misery in their marriages. It is against the understanding that I implore all the unmarried to grab, read and follow this important guidebook to enhance a loving and enjoyable marriage life.Torese Agenda, PhDConvener, the Priscilla & Aquila Centre for Peace, Markudi ...it is fairly a brief but forceful book on the subject. A commendable effort at pouring out your life lessons on a very important subject.Paul HumbleDirector, Fine Pearls Youth Ministries
Care is what I need...
"Care is what I need..." is a book recommended for those parents who care about their children every day and concern about their birth, growth and development through the first year of life.An imaginary baby starts a day after day conversation with his parents to teach them how to care about him during his first year after birth. Most parents fear to raise their children for inexperience or insecurities and this book will lead you through critical and physiological processes in growth, development and adaptation mechanisms. This is a guideline for you to learn basic features when having a baby.The first year of a baby's life is a crucial period in the future of any human being and it's our duty as parents to keep our children safe and sound.
Youth Participation in the Caribbean
Critically examining narratives of participation in governance and development, this volume adds Caribbean voices and experiences to the global discourse on youth participation.
Everything Grows in the Valley
It's an unfortunate truth that at some point, we all face valley experiences in life. Adversity can create the illusion that we are paralyzed in darkness with no hope for better days. This book will serve as a guide in your quest to rise out of darkness. When we are living a valley experience, our world may appear dark, cold, grey, and colorless, with no hues of light. We become consumed with darkness, as if we were dropped into a deep canal, and no one knows we are there. We are lifeless and alone with no energy to pull ourselves into the light. Everything Grows in the Valley is a story (a blueprint) to help you view perilous times as beautiful life lessons that will ultimately serve as a catalyst to assist you on your journey to heal, grow, and overcome. This story will increase your ability to gain a new perspective on how faith conquers fear, and provide you with a capacity to push through circumstances were many would crumble.
Solo Symphony
Solo Symphony: Mastering the Art of Single Parenthood" is a heartfelt and comprehensive guide by Maurice C. Hill, a licensed mental health counselor with a decade of dedication to this labor of love. This empowering book navigates the challenges and triumphs of single parenthood, offering practical strategies and emotional support. From fostering positive parent-child relationships to co-parenting with grace, Hill's evidence-based approach resonates with single parents worldwide, inspiring a harmonious and fulfilling life for themselves and their children. Embrace the empowering journey and unleash the symphony of strength within every single parent."Solo Symphony" is a reflection of the author's commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of single parents. It serves as a resourceful tool to embrace their role and create a harmonious and fulfilling life for themselves and their children.Whether you are a single parent seeking guidance or someone working with parents, this comprehensive guide offers an invaluable companion in the quest for unparalleled parenting success. Embrace the empowering journey and discover the symphony of strength that lies within every single parent.
Motherhood and the Relationships of the Sexes
"It is now a well-established truism to say that the most injurious influences affecting the physical condition of young children arise from the habits, customs and practices of the people themselves rather than from external surroundings or conditions. The environment of the infant is its mother. Its health and physical fitness are dependent primarily upon her health, her capacity in domesticity, and her knowledge of infant care and management. Thus the fundamental requirement in regard to this particular problem is healthy motherhood and the art and practice of mother-craft. Given a healthy and careful mother we are on the high road to securing a healthy infant; from healthy infancy we may expect healthy childhood, and from healthy childhood may be laid the foundations of a nation's health."
Balance the Greatest Chase ever (Faith, Finances, family, and friends)
ReviewIntroduction: This book is a captivating memoir that takes readers on a journey of love, redemption, and spiritual awakening. It explores the author's personal experiences, from his romance with his wife to his quest for balance and faith in the face of adversity. Summary: In this memoir, the author shares his life story, highlighting key moments of his romance with his wife and his transformation from a life of crime to a life dedicated to God. He navigates the challenges of being judged by his wife's family and the importance of self-acceptance. Through his experiences, the author emphasizes the significance of finding balance between spiritual and physical health. With personal anecdotes and reflections, he offers guidance and encouragement to readers facing their own trials and tribulations.Opinion as Reader: As a reader, I found this book to be a compelling and engaging memoir. The author's storytelling ability kept me captivated throughout, and I felt deeply connected to his experiences and emotions. His vulnerability and sincerity were evident in every page, making it easy to relate to his journey of self-discovery and growth. The themes of love, faith, and perseverance resonated deeply with me, leaving me inspired and reflective.Opinion as Editor: From an editorial perspective, this book is well-written and thoughtfully organized. The author effectively weaves together personal anecdotes, reflections, and spiritual insights, creating a cohesive narrative. The writing style is engaging and authentic, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the author's journey. I have left a comment in the book for where some attention to detail is required. Please, feel free to relate back to the editor in case of any complications you may encounter with the editing and proofreading.Prediction of Public Opinion: I believe this memoir will receive positive reception from readers. Its relatable themes and heartfelt storytelling have the potential to resonate with a wide audience. Those seeking inspiration, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of faith will find this book particularly impactful. The author's genuine voice and relatability will likely garner praise from readers who appreciate authentic storytelling and heartfelt messages. I highly recommend this memoir to those seeking inspiration, personal growth, and a deeper connection with their spirituality.Conclusion and Rating: In conclusion, this memoir is a powerful and inspiring account of one man's journey to love, faith, and balance. With its engaging storytelling, relatable themes, and heartfelt reflections, it offers readers a compelling narrative and valuable life lessons. For that, I rate the book a 9/10 for its engaging storytelling and authenticity.Best of luck to the book and it's author!
ADHD in the Workplace
Are you a woman navigating the professional world with ADHD? Do you find yourself struggling with challenges that your peers seem to overcome easily? Or perhaps you're an employer, friend, or family member of someone with ADHD and wish to understand their unique needs better. If so, "ADHD in the Workplace is the comprehensive guide you've been searching for.This book aims to empower women with ADHD to turn what is often labeled as a "disorder" into a set of unique strengths. It provides actionable advice, practical tools, and real-life case studies to help you understand, manage, and leverage ADHD for career success.Key Features: Understanding ADHD: Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and how ADHD manifests differently in women.Career Choices: Discover how to choose a career that aligns with your ADHD traits and understand the pros and cons of various job types.Workplace Strategies: From time management and organization to communication and self-advocacy, master the skills you need to excel in the workplace.Legal Rights and Accommodations: Understand your legal rights and how to request and implement effective workplace accommodations.Personal Development: Explore the importance of networking, lifelong learning, and professional development tailored to the ADHD mind.Future Trends: Stay ahead of the curve by understanding how the evolving workplace is becoming more inclusive and how these changes can benefit you.Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, contemplating a career change, or simply looking to thrive in your current role, this book offers invaluable insights and practical advice to help you achieve your professional goals.Unlock your potential and turn your ADHD into an asset with "ADHD in the Workplace."
