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Penguin Books
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English
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Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills three thousand years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. It outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun-tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other great thinkers. Some laws teach the need for prudence, the virtue of stealth, and many demand the total absence of mercy, but like it or not, all have applications...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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Greatness is inside you. Now is the time to wake it up. Are you living your most authentic life? Are you leaning into your purpose or running away from it? Is this the story you want your future self to tell or do you ache for something more? Through his breakthrough discoveries, New York Times best-selling author Lewis Howes reveals how you can rewrite your past to propel yourself into a powerful and abundant future. With these raw and revealing...
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Publisher
Aguilar
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
Español
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Consciente de la importancia que tiene el bienestar en las personas en un mundo marcado por el estrés y la violencia, el doctor César Lozano acude a la Ciencia de la felicidad, a las lecciones de vida orientadas a valorar la amistad, el amor y la convivencia, y a las investigaciones científicas más recientes sobre el bienestar y la salud, para entregarnos un libro divertido y muy útil con los mejores tips para vivir en armonía, combatir el envejecimiento...
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Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan isn't one to avoid arguments. He relishes them, as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value-and can also simply be fun. Arguments are everywhere-and especially given the fierce debates we're all embroiled...
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English
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"Every family has a story. For some of us, our family of origin is a solid foundation that feeds our confidence and helps us navigate life's challenges. For others, it's a source of pain, hurt, and conflict that can feel like a lifelong burden. In this empowering guide, licensed therapist and bestselling relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab offers clear advice for identifying dysfunctional family patterns and choosing the best path to breaking...
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English
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ABC News anchor Dan Harris used to think that meditation was for people who collect crystals, play Ultimate Frisbee, and use the word "namaste" without irony. After he had a panic attack on live television, he went on a strange and circuitous journey that ultimately led him to become one of meditation's most vocal public proponents. Here's what he's fixated on now: Science suggests that meditation can lower blood pressure, mitigate depression and...
27) This book is a safe space: cute doodles and therapy strategies to support self-love and well-being
Author
Publisher
Mango Media
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Amy Tran has the goal of making brain science easy to understand, and with This Book Is a Safe Space, she equips individuals with the tools needed to nurture a healthy mindset. Blending psychoeducation (funded by Canada's Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council) with engaging illustrations, Tran's cute doodles, self-love affirmations, coping strategies, and encouraging reminders will help readers develop positive self-talk." -- adapted from...
Author
Publisher
AK Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Inspired by Octavia Butler's explorations of our human relationship to change, Emergent Strategy is radical self-help, society-help, and planet-help designed to shape the futures we want to live. Change is constant. The world is in a continual state of flux. It is a stream of ever-mutating, emergent patterns. Rather than steel ourselves against such change, this book invites us to feel, map, assess, and learn from the swirling patterns around us...
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English
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"Coming September 22nd From the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you've dreamed of. Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert's books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With profound empathy and radiant generosity, she offers potent insights...
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Publisher
Counterpoint
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
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"Drawing on lessons from his remarkable life, former child soldier turned activist, author, entrepreneur, and international recording artist Emmanuel Jal provides his eleven pillars for overcoming adversity and living a life of purpose. "Who owns your mind?" Beginning with this provocative question, Emmanuel Jal invites readers to claim ownership over the narratives that define their lives in order to become a force for good in the world. As a child...
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Publisher
Dey St., an imprint of William Morrow
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Think about your daily life. Are you thriving, or going through the motions? Are your days full of work, relationships, and activities that are true to your authentic self, or do you feel trapped on a treadmill of responsibility? If you dream of a better life, now is the time to turn your dream into reality. And the tools you need are within your grasp. Mike Bayer, known to the thousands of clients whose lives he has changed as Coach Mike, has helped...
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Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A startling new philosophy and practical guide to getting the most out of your money-and out of life-for those who value memorable experiences as much as their earnings"--
Perkins presents a startling new and provocative philosophy on how to get the most out of your money-- and out of your life. In order to rescue yourself from over-saving and under-living, you need to optimize your life, stage by stage, so you're fully engaged and enjoying what...
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Publisher
Grijalbo
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
Español
Description
Lo que realmente necesitas ya está dentro de ti. Esta guía te ayudará a conectar con tu verdadera naturaleza, conocer tu propósito, mejorar tu bienestar personal y, sobre todo, dedicar tiempo y atención a tu dimensión espiritual. Las propuestas para inspirarte y acompañarte en este camino de autoescucha y autoconocimiento son el mindfulness, la meditación, el autocuidado holístico, la escritura terapéutica, la astrología psicológica, los...
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Language
English
Description
An "homage to the power of inquisitiveness and the ways in which it deepens and improves us. Whether you're looking to improve your management style at work or you want to become a better romantic partner, this book--and its lessons on the power of curiosity--can change your life"--
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Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
A collection of inspirational offerings detailing the experiences of people who have left unfulfilling jobs outlines four fundamental steps to pursuing one's dreams, revealing how others have managed the risks, emotional fallout and setbacks of living life on their own terms.
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Publisher
Harper Wave, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Onnit founder Aubrey Marcus's personal and professional mission rests on a single question: How can we get the most out of our body and mind on a daily basis? In this empowering handbook, he presents small, actionable changes implemented throughout the course of the day, helping us feel better, perform more efficiently, and live happier. These daily habits turn into weekly routines, ultimately becoming lifelong healthy choices. Drawing from both the...
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Publisher
Harmony Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
During her multibook investigation into human nature, Gretchen Rubin realized that by asking the seemingly dry question "How do I respond to expectations?" we gain explosive self-knowledge. She discovered that based on their answer, people fit into Four Tendencies: Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, and Rebels. Our Tendency shapes every aspect of our behavior, so using this framework allows us to make better decisions, meet deadlines, suffer less stress,...
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Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
In 2015, journalist John Leland set out to meet members of America's fastest-growing age group: 85 and up. He anticipated learning of challenges, of loneliness, and of the deterioration of body, mind, and quality of life. But the elders he met took him in an entirely different direction. Despite disparate backgrounds and circumstances, they each lived with a surprising lightness and contentment. The reality Leland encountered upended contemporary...
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