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Currency Trading For Dummies - Thryft
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Brian Dolan, Mark Galant  | For Dummies

Currency Trading For Dummies

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Goodreads rating: 3.74

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Currency Trading For Dummies could be a good read for someone who wants to learn the basics of currency trading in a simple and user-friendly manner. The book provides practical guidance on how to identify trading opportunities, choose a trading broker, execute a successful trade, minimize risk and maximize profit. One of the most unique and distinctive features of the book is its step-by-step action plan for understanding and trading the forex market.
Curly Girl : The Handbook - Thryft
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Michele Bender, Deborah Chiel, Lorraine Massey  | Workman Publishing Company

Curly Girl : The Handbook

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Goodreads rating: 4.02

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CURLY GIRL is a must-read for anyone with curly hair. It provides unique, gentle hair-care methods that will help you embrace your natural curls. The book includes DIY lotions and potions, along with a step-by-step guide to trimming your own hair. It also addresses the particular needs of wavy hair and includes hairstyles for special occasions. The chapter on multicultural hair is an added bonus, making this guide diverse and inclusive.
Small Giants: Companies That Choose to Be Great Instead of Big
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Bo Burlingham | Portfolio

Small Giants: Companies That Choose to Be Great Instead of Big

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Goodreads rating: 3.85

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Recommendation: Small Giants is a must-read for entrepreneurs who want to build a sustainable business while maintaining their unique vision. Bo Burlingham's case studies of fourteen maverick companies that chose greatness over growth highlight how leaders can challenge the status quo to achieve success on their own terms. This book inspires readers to think creatively about their business goals and pursue them in an unapologetically authentic way.
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus - Thryft
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John Gray | Harpercollins Publishers, Inc.

Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus

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Goodreads rating: 3.58

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This book could be a good read for someone struggling to understand their partner's communication style or emotional needs. It offers practical advice to improve understanding and build stronger relationships. The most unique feature is the author's use of the Martians and Venusians metaphor to explain the common conflicts between men and women.
Stupid Is Forever - Thryft
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Miriam Defensor Santiago, Dark Chapel, Josel Nicolas  | Abs-cbn Publishing Inc.

Stupid Is Forever

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Goodreads rating: 3.97

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Sense of humor is almost absent among politicians, but Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago is a truly talented exception. People are puzzled how she can spontaneously make them laugh in the midst of national policy crises, and of real danger to her life as a corruption fighter.This book is a collection of jokes, one-liners, pick-up lines, conebacks and speeches delivered and/or curated by the beloved Senator. Also, inside are illustrations by Cj de Silva-Ong, Manix Abrera, Elbert Or, Rob Cham and more of the Philippines' best young illustrators.
Use Your memory (new edition) : Understand Your Mind to Improve Your Memory and Mental Power - Thryft
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Tony Buzan | Pearson Canada

Use Your memory (new edition) : Understand Your Mind to Improve Your Memory and Mental Power

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Goodreads rating: 3.79

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The potential of the human memory is phenomenal. But do you know how to make the most of yours?
The Pathfinder : How to Choose or Change Your Career for a Lifetime of Satisfaction and Success - Thryft
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Nicholas Lore | Touchstone

The Pathfinder : How to Choose or Change Your Career for a Lifetime of Satisfaction and Success

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Goodreads rating: 3.71

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The Pathfinder is a must-read for anyone looking to make a career change or find a career they truly love. The book provides a plethora of self-tests and diagnostic tools that help readers gain a deeper understanding of their passions, interests, and strengths. Nicholas Lore's breakthrough techniques allow readers to view their current job from a new, positive perspective and find a career path that will bring them satisfaction and success for a lifetime.
The Speed Reading Book : Read more, learn more, achieve more - Thryft
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Tony Buzan | Pearson Education Ltd

The Speed Reading Book : Read more, learn more, achieve more

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Goodreads rating: 3.56

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From the bestselling author of The Mind Map Book and Use Both Sides of Your Brain, dramatically increase your reading speed, comprehension, and retentionTony Buzan, world-famous expert in the field of the brain and the inventor of Mind Mapping, has gained international recognition with the methods outlined in Speed Reading. While it contains the traditional information on speed reading, this is the first book on the subject to utilize the latest discoveries about the astounding potential and intricate workings of your brain.In an easy-to-understand, direct style this classic guide provides: - New approaches to reading, study, concentration, and learning- Self-help tests designed to stimulate interest in different areas of knowledge- Measurement of your speed and comprehension to broaden your expertise.The revised Third Edition offers state-of-the-art techniques for improving reading speed and comprehension, from the simplest level to the most complex.
The Speed Reading - Thryft
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Tony Buzan

The Speed Reading

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Goodreads rating: 3.56

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The world-famous memory expert and the inventor of Mind Mapping, Tony Buzan, has obtained international success with the methods outlined in his many highly acclaimed books, including the classic BBC bestseller Use Your Head. The Speed Reading Book is his revolutionary handbook for everyone wishing to quicken their reading and increase their comprehension, while at the same time expand their general knowledge. This revised edition of the classic text contains a completely new approach based on techniques which use the brain and eyes more effectively to produced even better results. Buzan discusses his various approaches to reading, study, concentration and learning. Numerous self tests and practical examples enable readers to assess their progress at each stage. Chapters on Mind Mapping allow the reader to use this revolutionary note-taking technique to improve study and increase overall understanding. A discussion of methods that will help to alleviate learning problems and practical ways to read computer screens more quickly are included. With its flexible, easy-to-use approach, this book proves that reading speeds of more than 100 words per minute are possible. The Speed Reading Book is ideal for students, teachers, executives--indeed everyone eager to improve the speed, comprehension and quality of their reading.
Confidence : The Art of Getting Whatever You Want - Thryft
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Rob Yeung | Pearson Canada

Confidence : The Art of Getting Whatever You Want

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Goodreads rating: 3.72

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Confidence is having faith in one's own abilities. Someone who is confident can achieve more, stand up for what they believe in and have the courage to risk embarrassment. However, for some, confidence does not come easily. Almost every day we are subjected to situations where our confidence is tested and there are even instances where lack of confidence can hinder our progress in life. Confidencepresents you with the key information you need to build your confidence and make immediate changes to both your personal and professional life. The book covers a broad range of topics and several different situations, providing guidance on how to overcome your self-doubt at every opportunity. Whether you need tips on how to be more confident: At work: - giving presentations, handling job interviews or speaking in public Or in your personal life: - dating, meeting strangers at parties, or social networking. Confidencewill show you how being confident will lead to success in all areas of your life.
3 A M EPIPHANY - Thryft
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Brian Kiteley | Writer's Digest Books

3 A M EPIPHANY

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Goodreads rating: 4.09

$5.15

Discover Just How Good Your Writing Can BeIf you write, you know what it's like. Insight and creativity - the desire to push the boundaries of your writing - strike when you least expect it. And you're often in no position to act: in the shower, driving the kids to school...in the middle of the night.The 3 A.M. Epiphany offers more than 200 intriguing writing exercises designed to help you think, write, and revise like never before - without having to wait for creative inspiration. Brian Kiteley, noted author and director of the University of Denver's creative writing program, has crafted and refined these exercises through 15 years of teaching experience.You'll learn how to:Transform staid and stale writing patterns into exciting experiments in fictionShed the anxieties that keep you from reaching your full potential as a writerCraft unique ideas by combining personal experience with unrestricted imaginationExamine and overcome all of your fiction writing concerns, from getting started to writer's blockOpen the book, select an exercise, and give it a try. It's just what you need to craft refreshing new fiction, discover bold new insights, and explore what it means to be a writer.It's never too early to start--not even 3 A.M.
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus
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John Gray | Thorsons

Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus

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Goodreads rating: 3.58

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Ever felt like you're speaking a different language than your partner? "Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus" dives into the complexities of gender communication, intending to bridge that cosmic gap. It's not just about finding common ground; it's about appreciating our differences to foster love and understanding. A classic that has already helped millions, it could be the key to unlocking a new level of connection in your relationships.
Staying Strong : 365 Days a Year - Thryft
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Demi Lovato | Feiwel & Friends

Staying Strong : 365 Days a Year

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Goodreads rating: 3.86

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This book is perfect for anyone looking for daily inspiration and encouragement. Demi's personal stories and reflections make her words relatable and impactful. Reading this book can help one stay positive and motivated throughout the year.
The Secret to Teen Power - Thryft
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Harrington Paul | Simonandschuster

The Secret to Teen Power

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Goodreads rating: 4.04

$9.00

Since its original publication, The Secret has inspired millions to live extraordinary lives. The Secret to Teen Power makes the knowledge of the law of attraction accessible and relevant to today’s teens. It explains the law of attraction in relation to teen issues such as friends and relationships, schoolwork, and self-image. It explains how teens can transform their own lives and live their dreams, by understanding and using the power they have in their hands. The Secret to Teen Power promises to follow the path of The Secret, inspiring teens and young people to bring joy and harmony to all aspects of their lives.
The Consolations of Philosophy - Thryft
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Alain de Botton | Penguin

The Consolations of Philosophy

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Goodreads rating: 4.01

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Alternate Cover Edition can be found here. From the internationally heralded author of How Proust Can Change Your Life comes this remarkable new book that presents the wisdom of some of the greatest thinkers of the ages as advice for our day to day struggles.Solace for the broken heart can be found in the words of Schopenhauer. The ancient Greek Epicurus has the wisest, and most affordable, solution to cash flow problems. A remedy for impotence lies in Montaigne. Seneca offers advice upon losing a job. And Nietzsche has shrewd counsel for everything from loneliness to illness. The Consolations of Philosophy is a book as accessibly erudite as it is useful and entertaining.
RAISING YOUR SPIRITED CHILD : A Guide for Parents Whose Child is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, And Energetic - Thryft
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Mary Sheedy Kurcinka | William Morrow

RAISING YOUR SPIRITED CHILD : A Guide for Parents Whose Child is More Intense, Sensitive, Perceptive, Persistent, And Energetic

$10.73

Goodreads rating: 4.2

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Newly revised, featuring the most up-to-date research, effective strategies, and real-life stories The spirited child—often called "difficult" or "strong-willed"—possesses traits we value in adults yet find challenging in children. Research shows that spirited kids are wired to be "more"—by temperament, they are more intense, sensitive, perceptive, persistent, and uncomfortable with change than the average child. In this revised edition of the award-winning classic, voted one of the top twenty books for parents, Kurcinka provides vivid examples and a refreshingly positive viewpoint. Raising Your Spirited Child will help
How to Have a Beautiful Mind
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Edward de Bono | Ebury Press

How to Have a Beautiful Mind

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Goodreads rating: 3.6

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"How To Have A Beautiful Mind" by Edward de Bono is more than just a guide; it's an invitation to cultivate the often-overlooked elements that make us truly attractive. De Bono urges you to invest in your mental creativity and conversational skills, suggesting that the way you think can profoundly impact your charisma. If you're curious about improving your social interactions and fostering a mind that twinkles just as brightly as a well-toned body, this book may just sculpt your thoughts into something irresistible.
Overcoming Gravity: A Systematic Approach to Gymnastics and Bodyweight Strength (Second Edition) - Thryft
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Steven Low | Battle Ground Creative

Overcoming Gravity: A Systematic Approach to Gymnastics and Bodyweight Strength (Second Edition)

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Goodreads rating: 4.46

$18.15

Commonly referred to by readers as an "exercise Bible," Overcoming Gravity is a comprehensive guide that provides a gold mine of information for gymnastics and bodyweight strength training within its large 8.5"x11" size and nearly 600 pages. Steven Low takes the reader on a journey through logically constructing a strength-oriented bodyweight workout routine. With a highly systematic approach, he delves into the physiology behind strength training equips the reader to adequately prepare their body for the rigors of bodyweight training. This book covers much ground that other books do not, offering information health and injury management, factors that contribute to a successful routine, and actual program implementation. If you prefer your health and fitness books to include scientific data, comprehensive sample programming, and effective recommendations, Overcoming Gravity is the ideal choice for your library. This Second Edition has been revised, expanded, and re-organized to read easier, provide more content, and offer easily accessible next-steps for beginner, intermediate, and advanced populations. Notable improvements from the first edition include the Note : This book does not contain primary gymnastics skill work like cartwheels, tumbling, swings, giants, etc.For a book preview including Table of Contents, Introduction, Chapter 1-3, and Charts, v2.1 4/17/17: ~25 editing and illustration errors are fixed. v2.2 5/2/17: Page 38 missing fixed. Page 5/19/22-6/4/22: Amazon/Kindle stopped manufacturing the book due to changing their max page size to 590 (mine was 598). The solution was to compress the interior to keep all of the content. All exercise progressions used to have their own pages, but now a few are two on a page.
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child : A step-by-step programme for a good night's sleep - Thryft
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Marc Weissbluth | Vermilion

Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child : A step-by-step programme for a good night's sleep

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Goodreads rating: 3.9

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This book is a valuable resource for parents struggling with their children's sleep patterns. Dr. Weissbluth provides a step-by-step program that helps parents establish beneficial sleep routines based on their child's natural sleep cycles. The book covers a wide range of topics such as how to handle 'nap-resistant' kids, the benefits and drawbacks of allowing kids to sleep in the family bed, and how to prevent and treat common sleep problems such as nightmares and bedwetting. A must-read for all parents who want their children to have healthy sleep habits.
The Power of Now: 20th Anniversary Edition
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Eckhart Tolle | Yellow Kite

The Power of Now: 20th Anniversary Edition

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Goodreads rating: 4.15

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Imagine breaking free from the endless chatter of your mind, finding tranquility amidst life's inevitable turmoil. That's the kind of inner peace "The Power of Now" can help you discover. It's more than just a book; it's a meditative journey that invites you to experience life moment-to-moment, teaching you to live more fully, happily, and authentically. Eckhart Tolle's accessible approach has touched millions, including Oprah, and it just might be the gentle nudge you need to embrace the present.
Smart but Scattered : The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential - Thryft
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Peg Dawson, Richard Guare  | Guilford Press

Smart but Scattered : The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential

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Goodreads rating: 4.01

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Scientists who study child development have recently found that kids who are "smart but scattered" lack or lag behind in crucial executive skills—the core, brain-based habits of mind required to “execute” tasks like getting organized, staying focused, and controlling emotions. Drawing on this revolutionary discovery, school psychologist Peg Dawson and neuropsychologist Richard Guare have developed an innovative program that parents and teachers can use to strengthen kids’ abilities to plan ahead, be efficient, follow through, and get things done. Smart but Scattered provides ways to assess children’s strengths and weaknesses and offers guidance on day-to-day issues like following instructions in the classroom, doing homework, completing chores, reducing performance anxiety, and staying cool under pressure. Small steps add up to big improvements, enabling these kids to build the skills they need to live up to their full potential. More than 40 reproducibles are included.
What to Expect the First Year
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Heidi Murkoff | Workman Publishing Company

What to Expect the First Year

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Goodreads rating: 3.93

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If you're a new or expecting parent, "What to Expect the First Year" could feel like a comforting companion through the maze of early parenthood. It's a resource that addresses countless concerns, offering advice that can relieve your anxiety and help you make informed decisions. With its month-by-month breakdown, this book grows with you, adapting to each stage of your baby's development.
The Secrets of Happy Families : Improve Your Mornings, Rethink Family Dinner, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More - Thryft
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Bruce Feiler | William Morrow Paperbacks

The Secrets of Happy Families : Improve Your Mornings, Rethink Family Dinner, Fight Smarter, Go Out and Play, and Much More

$5.48

Goodreads rating: 3.98

$5.48

In  The Secrets of Happy Families ,  New York Times  bestselling author Bruce Feiler has drawn up a blueprint for modern families — a new approach to family dynamics, inspired by cutting-edge techniques gathered from experts in the disciplines of science, business, sports, and the military. From smartphones to social media, we live in an age of digital distractions, where we Google everything and parents even text their kids to come downstairs for dinner. In The Secrets of Happy Families , Bruce Feiler, the New York Times bestselling author and father, offers an antidote to our increasing disconnect, reminding us of the positive emotional connections that tie successful families together. Scholars have recently revolutionized our understanding of why families succeed and how every family can improve. From interviewing these scholars and the happy families they study to running a white tablecloth experiment to promote family dinners, and from visiting a high-end sex spa for couples to going backstage on the ABC hit series “Modern Family”, Feiler explains the building blocks of a successful family life and creates a toolbox for the happy family by sharing expert advice and fun facts. The result is a funny and thought-provoking playbook for contemporary families, with more than 200 useful strategies, the right way to have family dinner, what your mother never told you about sex (but should have), and why you should always have two women present in difficult conversations… Timely, compassionate, and filled with practical tips and wise advice, Bruce Feiler’s  The Secrets of Happy Families  should be required reading for all parents.
The Honest Toddler : A Child's Guide to Parenting - Thryft
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Bunmi Laditan | Scribner

The Honest Toddler : A Child's Guide to Parenting

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Goodreads rating: 3.86

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From the bestselling author of Dear God , an irreverent, bracingly honest, and “awfully funny” ( The Boston Globe ) satirical parenting guide from the Twitter’s most infamous tot, whose unchecked sense of entitlement and undeniable charm have captivated hundreds of thousands of fans.Are you constantly disappointing the toddler in your life?Are you tired, stressed out, and looking for relief? I can’t help you with that, but if you want to become an A+ servant to your small child, this book is for you. Who better to teach you about toddlers than another toddler? You will • How time-outs make you look like a fool• Why potty training is not only unnecessary but unrealistic for children under eighteen• Why toddler beds are OUT and letting your child sleep on the diagonal in your bed is IN• The best way to apologize to your toddler for all of those Pinterest casseroles• That when you love someone, you accept them as they are, pants or no pantsThe hard-hitting knowledge in The Honest Toddler will save you thousands of dollars in unnecessary whole grains and toothbrushes.Happy reading. You’re doing the right thing. For once.
Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope
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Mark Manson | Harper

Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope

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Goodreads rating: 3.67

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This book is for those who are tired of the superficial promises of self-help books and are ready for a raw and honest exploration of the problems we face as individuals and as a society. Mark Manson fearlessly tackles topics like religion, politics, money, and the internet, forcing readers to question their beliefs and redefine their understanding of hope, happiness, and freedom. With his unique blend of wit and wisdom, Manson provides a thought-provoking and refreshing perspective that will leave readers feeling enlightened and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
The Curated Closet : A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style and Building Your Dream Wardrobe - Thryft
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Anuschka Rees | Ten Speed Press

The Curated Closet : A Simple System for Discovering Your Personal Style and Building Your Dream Wardrobe

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Goodreads rating: 3.79

$14.69

Is your closet jam-packed and yet you have absolutely nothing to wear? Can you describe your personal style in one sentence? If someone grabbed a random piece from your closet right now, how likely is it that it would be something you love and wear regularly?With so many style and shopping options, it can be difficult to create a streamlined closet of pieces that can be worn easily and confidently. In The Curated Closet , style writer Anuschka Rees presents a fascinatingly strategic approach to identifying, refining, and expressing personal style and building the ideal wardrobe to match it, with style and shopping strategies that women can use every day. Using The Curated Closet method, you’ll learn to:• Shop smarter and more selectively• Make the most of your budget• Master outfit formulas and color palettes• Tweak your wardrobe for work• Assess garment fit and quality like a pro• Curate a closet of fewer, better piecesIncluding useful infographics, charts, and activities, as well as beautiful fashion photography,  The Curated Closet  is the ultimate practical guide to authentic and unique style.
Quarterlife Crisis - Thryft
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Alexandra Robbins | Bloomsbury

Quarterlife Crisis

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Goodreads rating: 3.19

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Are you torn between climbing the career ladder or throwing on a sarong in Goa? Do all your mates seem more successful and sorted than you do? Are you suffocated by choice, responsibility, and self-doubt? Are money, homelife and relationships stressing you out? Do these questions just make you want to crawl back under your duvet? Surprisingly you are not alone you could be in the middle of a quarterlife crisis. We've all heard of adolescent angst and the mid-life crisis, but no one really talks about the challenges of the period in between. The truth is that being a twentysomething in the 'real-world' isn't easy. "Quarterlife Crisis" is the first book to name and document this phenomenon. With masses of facts, information, and startlingly honest anecdotes "Quarterlife Crisis" helps you out through an often dizzying period, and compellingly tackles the most difficult questions facing twenty somethings today.
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: A Practical Guide for Improving Communications and Getting What You Want in Your Relationships
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John Gray | Harpercollins Publishers Ltd

Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus: A Practical Guide for Improving Communications and Getting What You Want in Your Relationships

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Goodreads rating: 3.58

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If you've ever felt like you and your partner are speaking different languages, this book could bridge the gap. John Gray's 'Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus' uses compelling metaphors to dissect the complexities of communication in relationships. It's a deep dive into understanding and accepting the differences between genders, which could be just what you need to strengthen your connection.
How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen : A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7 - Thryft
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Julie King, Joanna Faber  | Piccadilly Press

How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen : A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7

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Goodreads rating: 4.4

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From the widely acclaimed HOW TO TALK series, discover tried and tested communication strategies to survive and thrive with kids ages 2-7The all-new content in this book deals with struggles familiar to every parent, relative, teacher and childminder. How do you respond to the toddler who won't brush his teeth? The preschooler who pinches the baby? The child who throws everything she can reach? It's hard to be a little kid. It's hard to be an adult responsible for that little kid. And it's really hard to think about effective communication when the toast is burning, the baby is crying and you're exhausted.This book will help readers do just that. Organized according to everyday challenges and conflicts, and including real-life examples and the series' trademark cartoons, this book is a survival manual of communication tools, including a chapter that addresses the special needs of children with sensory processing or autism spectrum disorders.
What Color Is Your Parachute? 2015 - Thryft
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Richard Nelson Bolles | Ten Speed Press

What Color Is Your Parachute? 2015

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Goodreads rating: 3.71

$12.64

The world's most popular job-search book is updated for 2015 to tailor its long-trusted guidance with up-to-the-minute information and advice for today's job-hunters and career-changers.In today's challenging job-market, the time-tested advice of What Color Is Your Parachute? is needed more than ever. Recent grads facing a tough economic landscape, workers laid off mid-career, and people searching for an inspiring work-life change all look to career guru Richard N. Bolles for support, encouragement, and nuts-and-bolts guidance on landing a job. Combining classic elements like the famed Flower Exercise with updated advice on social media and search tactics, this revised edition outlines what works--and what doesn't. Bolles demystifies the entire job-search process, from resumes to interviewing to networking, expertly guiding job-hunters towards their dream job.
The Buddha Walks Into The Office - A Guide To Livelihood For A New Generation - Thryft
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Lodro Rinzler | Shambhala

The Buddha Walks Into The Office - A Guide To Livelihood For A New Generation

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Goodreads rating: 3.79

$8.34

Wisdom for "Generation Next" on how to make your work meaningful, satisfying, and of benefit to othersDoes it ever seem that a lot of the people you work with are, well, jerks? This book is about how not to let work turn you into one of them. Apply the simple Buddhist teachings and practices Lodro Rinzler provides here to whatever you do for a living, and you’ll not only avoid jerk-hood, but you’ll be setting out on the path toward making your livelihood an expression of your inherent wisdom, honesty, and compassion. You’ll discover practical ways to bring mindfulness into administrative support, cabinet-making, financial management, nursing, truck-driving, or latté-brewing. In the process, you’ll discover genuine empathy for the folks you once found so difficult. You’ll also learn leadership skills that apply compassion to management in a way that increases happiness along with efficiency.This is career advice of the profoundest kind, geared toward today’s twenty- and thirty-something workers and job-seekers whose employment outlook is radically different from that of a generation ago. As Lodro shows, even if the path of work shifts beneath your feet, it’s possible to make your livelihood a source of satisfaction and of deep meaning.
Discover Your Inner Economist - Use Incentives To Fall In Love, Survive Your Next Meeting, And Motivate Your Dentist - Thryft
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Tyler Cowen | Dutton

Discover Your Inner Economist - Use Incentives To Fall In Love, Survive Your Next Meeting, And Motivate Your Dentist

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Goodreads rating: 3.41

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In Discover Your Inner Economist one of America’s most respected economists presents a quirky, incisive romp through everyday life that reveals how you can turn economic reasoning to your advantage—often when you least expect it to be relevant. Like no other economist, Tyler Cowen shows how economic notions--such as incentives, signals, and markets--apply far more widely than merely to the decisions of social planners, governments, and big business. What does economic theory say about ordering from a menu? Or attracting the right mate? Or controlling people who talk too much in meetings? Or dealing with your dentist? With a wryly amusing voice, in chapters such as “How to Control the World, The Basics” and “How to Control the World, Knowing When to Stop” Cowen reveals the hidden economic patterns behind everyday situations so you can get more of what you really want. Readers will also gain less selfish insights into how to be a good partner, neighbor and even citizen of the world. For instance, what is the best way to give to charity? The chapter title “How to Save the World—More Christmas Presents Won’t Help” makes a point that is every bit as personal as it is global. Incentives are at the core of an economic approach to the world, but they don’t just come in cash. In fact, money can be a disincentive. Cowen shows why, for example, it doesn’t work to pay your kids to do the dishes. Other kinds of incentives--like making sure family members know they will be admired if they respect you--can work. Another non- monetary incentive? Try having everyone stand up in your next meeting if you don’t want anyone to drone on. Deeply felt incentives like pride in one’s work or a passing smile from a loved one, can be the most powerful of all, even while they operate alongside more mundane rewards such as money and free food. Discover Your Inner Economist is an introduction to the science of economics that shows it to be built on notions that are already within all of us. While the implications of those ideas lead to Cowen’s often counterintuitive advice, their wisdom is presented in ordinary examples taken from home life, work life, and even vacation life… How do you get a good guide in a Moroccan bazaar?
No Plot? No Problem! Revised And Expanded Edition - A Low-Stress, High-Velocity Guide To Writing A Novel In 30 Days - Thryft
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Chris Baty | Chronicle Books

No Plot? No Problem! Revised And Expanded Edition - A Low-Stress, High-Velocity Guide To Writing A Novel In 30 Days

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Chris Baty, founder of the wildly successful literary marathon known as National Novel Writing Month, has completely revised and expanded his definitive handbook for extreme noveling. Chris pulls from over 15 years of results-oriented writing experience to pack this compendium with new tips and tricks, ranging from week-by-week quick reference guides to encouraging advice from authors, and much more. His motivating mix of fearless optimism and practical solutions to common excuses gives both first-time novelists and results-oriented writers the kick-start they need to embark on an exhilarating creative adventure.
No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame
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Janet Lansbury | Jlml Press

No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame

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Goodreads rating: 4.27

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If you're navigating the tumultuous toddler years, "No Bad Kids" by Janet Lansbury might be just the support you need. Lansbury's approach is hands-on and sympathetic, focusing on forging strong, respectful relationships with your children rather than traditional punitive measures. It's insightful for those stressful moments and cherished for the philosophy of kindness and understanding it promotes, making it an invaluable guide to weather the storms of toddlerhood with grace.
Eat, Pray, #FML - Thryft
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Gabrielle Stone | Gabrielle Stone

Eat, Pray, #FML

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Goodreads rating: 3.56

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A year and a half into our marriage, I found out my husband had been having an affair with a nineteen-year-old for six months. I filed for divorce and left. Two weeks later I met a man, and we fell madly in love. It was a fairy-tale romance for a month and a half, and he convinced me to join him on a romantic month-long vacation in Italy. Forty-eight hours before we were supposed to get on a plane, he told me he needed to go by himself. I was devastated. So, I had a decision to make. Either stay home and be heartbroken, or go travel Europe for a month by myself. And staying at home heartbroken? F%*k. That. What does a woman do when her life has fallen apart and her heart has been ripped out and stepped on twice in two months? She goes on a wild adventure, makes some bad decisions, and does a sh*t load of soul searching. But most importantly? She finds out how to love…herself. This is so not Eat, Pray, Love. This is Eat, Pray, #FML. *Due to the mature language and content this book is recommended for readers 18+* "Even with five kids, I could NOT put this book down. I don’t think I’ve ever read something more raw, relatable, and wildly entertaining. For anyone who’s gone through love, divorce, heartbreak, or needs to learn to love themselves and take their damn power back. READ. THIS. BOOK. -Tori Spelling (Actress) "Reading this book has absolutely inspired me. These are words of pure truth. To say I needed to read this is an understatement. I'm so thankful for this book and how it opened my eyes about myself and my relationships. I'm ready to see it on the big screen!" -SCOUT TAYLOR COMPTON (Actress) "Eat, Pray, #FML is a riveting journey of what happens when your life is thrown to the wolves and you come out leading the pack. This isn't a soul-searching book, it's a soul defining book, and Gabrielle shows us how to elegantly do so...without giving a single f%*k." -K.L. RANDIS(Bestselling author of Spilled Milk : Based On A True Story)
The Power of Now - Thryft
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Eckhart Tolle | Yogi Impressions

The Power of Now

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If tranquility and personal growth are what you’re yearning for, "The Power of Now" could be a true game-changer for you. Eckhart Tolle simplifies profound spiritual teachings, offering a practical guide to living in the present and shedding the pain of the past and anxiety for the future. It’s not just about concepts; it's an experience that could potentially unfold a more peaceful and enlightened way of being for you.
Positive Discipline For Preschoolers - For Their Early Years--Raising Children Who Are Responsible, Respectful, And Resourceful - Thryft
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Cheryl Erwin, Jane Nelsen, Roslyn Ann Duffy  | Three Rivers Press

Positive Discipline For Preschoolers - For Their Early Years--Raising Children Who Are Responsible, Respectful, And Resourceful

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Goodreads rating: 4.0

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Positive Discipline for Positive Results!Caring for young children is one of the most challenging tasks an adult will ever face. No matter how much you love the child, there will be moments filled with anger, frustration, and even desperation. There will also be Why does my child deliberately lie to me? Why won't she listen to me? Should I ever spank her when she is disobedient?Over the years, millions of parents just like you have come to trust Jane Nelsen's Positive Discipline series. These books offer a commonsense approach to child-rearing that so often is lacking in today's world. Now completely updated to report the latest research in child development, Positive Discipline for Preschoolers will teach you how to use kind but firm support to raise a child who is responsible, respectful, and resourceful. You'll find practical solutions on how ·Prevent misbehavior through nonpunitive discipline—not punishment·Avoid the power struggles that often come with the challenges of mastering sleeping, eating, and potty training·Instill valuable social skills and positive behavior inside and outside the home by using methods that teach important life skills·Employ family and class meetings to tackle discipline and developmental problems·And much, much more!"Once parents grasp and use the amazing power of Positive Discipline, their home will be transformed into a place of love and learning like no other."—Joan K. Comeau, Ph.D., president, Family Information Services"By leading parents in a natural direction of wisdom and responsibility, this book encourages trust in the parent/child relationship and asks the simple yet profound question, 'Given this particular situation, what will you do?'"—Janice Lind Raun, M.A., family therapist
The Power Of Now - Thryft
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Eckhart Tolle | Hodder Mobius

The Power Of Now

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Goodreads rating: 4.15

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This book could be a good read for you if you're seeking personal growth and spiritual enlightenment. Eckhart Tolle takes you on an inspiring journey to discover your true self and reach the ultimate truth and light. Through his teachings on living in the present moment, he shows you how to free yourself from the pain created by the mind and connect with the eternal essence of your being. Prepare to be awakened and find true peace and fulfillment in the now.
10 Mindful Minutes - Thryft
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Goldie Hawn, Wendy Holden, Daniel J. Siegel  | Tarcherperigee

10 Mindful Minutes

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Goodreads rating: 3.86

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Teaching Our Children to Help Themselves Be HappyPractical, timely, relevant, and inspiring, 10 Mindful Minutes is Goldie Hawn’s gift to parents who want to help their children learn better and live happier lives.Inspired by the revolutionary MindUP program (developed under the auspices of the Hawn Foundation), the book offers easy-to-grasp insights from current behavioral, psychological, and neurological studies to show how our thoughts, emotions, and actions—including our ability to focus, manage stress, and learn—are all exquisitely interconnected.Hawn presents simple and practial ways to develop mindfulness in children and parents alike, and shares her own heartfelt experiences with the challenges and joys of parenting.
What Should I Do with My Life? - The True Story of People who Answered the Ultimate Question - Thryft
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Po Bronson | Ballantine Books

What Should I Do with My Life? - The True Story of People who Answered the Ultimate Question

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Goodreads rating: 3.68

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“Brimming with stories of sacrifice, courage, commitment and, sometimes, failure, the book will support anyone pondering a major life choice or risk without force-feeding them pat solutions.”— Publishers WeeklyIn  What Should I Do with My Life ? Po Bronson tells the inspirational true stories of people who have found the most meaningful answers to that great question. With humor, empathy, and insight, Bronson writes of remarkable individuals—from young to old, from those just starting out to those in a second career—who have overcome fear and confusion to find a larger truth about their lives and, in doing so, have been transformed by the experience. What Should I Do with My Life?  struck a powerful, resonant chord on publication, causing a multitude of people to rethink their vocations and priorities and start on the path to finding their true place in the world. For this edition, Bronson has added nine new profiles, to further reflect the range and diversity of those who broke away from the chorus to learn the sound of their own voice.
No Cheating, No Dying : I Had a Good Marriage. Then I Tried to Make It Better. - Thryft
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Elizabeth Weil | Scribner

No Cheating, No Dying : I Had a Good Marriage. Then I Tried to Make It Better.

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Written with charm and wit, No Cheating, No Dying investigates one of the most universal human institutions--marriage. Elizabeth Weil and her husband Dan have two basic ground rules for their marriage: no cheating, no dying.  For ten years it’s worked fine, but Elizabeth started to wonder if it could be better.Elizabeth Weil believes that you don’t get married in a white dress, in front of all your future in-laws and ex-boyfriends but gradually, over time, through all the road rage incidents and pre-colonoscopy enemas, good and bad dinners, and all the small moments you never expected to happen or much less endure.  In this book, Weil examines the major universal marriage issues—sex, money, mental health, in-laws, children—through bravely recounting her own hilarious, messy, and sometimes difficult relationship. She seeks out the advice of financial planners, psychoanalysts, therapists, household management consultants, priests, rabbis, and the United States government. Woven into this funny and forthright narrative is Weil's extensive research on marriage and marriage improvement. The result is an illuminating and entertaining read that is a fresh addition to the body of literature about marriage.
Inner Revolution - Thryft
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Dalai Lama XIV, Robert A.F. Thurman  | Riverhead Books

Inner Revolution

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Robert Thurman presents his first completely original book, an introduction to Buddhism and "an inspiring guide to incorporating Buddhist wisdom into daily life". Written with insight, enthusiasm, and impeccable scholarship, Inner Revolution is a practical primer on one of the world's most fascinating traditions, offering a wide-ranging look at the course of our civilization and how we can alter it for the better.
How To Be Your Dog's Best Friend - Thryft
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Monks of New Skete | Little, Brown And Company

How To Be Your Dog's Best Friend

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For nearly a quarter century, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been the standard against which all other dog-training books have been measured. This new, expanded edition, with a fresh new design and new photographs throughout, preserves the best features of the original classic while bringing the book fully up-to-date. The result: the ultimate training manual for a new generation of dog owners - and, of course, for their canine best friends. The Monks of New Skete have achieved international renown as breeders of German shepherds and as outstanding trainers of dogs of all breeds. Their unique approach to canine training, developed and refined over three decades, is based on the philosophy that "understanding is the key to communication, compassion, and communion" with your dog. The importance of honest and effective communication with your dog is underscored throughout this guide, especially in the practical training exercises: a detailed, comprehensive, fully illustrated obedience course through which the monks lead you (and your dog) step-by-step. How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend covers virtually every aspect of living with and caring for your dog, including: Selecting a dog (what breed? male? female? puppy or older dog?) to fit your lifestyle Where to get - and where not to get - a dog Reading a pedigree Training your dog or puppy - when, where, and how The proper use of praise and discipline Feeding, grooming, and ensuring your dog's physical fitness Recognizing and correcting canine behavioral problems The particular challenges of raising a dog where you live - in the city, country, or suburb The proper techniques for complete care of your pet at every stage of his or her life In this new edition, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been expanded to encompass the latest equipment (e.g., retractable leashes, "invisible" fences); new trends in training and care (doggy day care, professional dog walkers, etc.); and dozens of new anecdotes and case studies, drawn from the monks' own experience, that bring to life the essential training concepts. In its scope, its clarity, and its authority, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend remains unrivaled as a basic training guide for dog owners. Like no other book, this guide can help you understand and appreciate your dog's nature as well as his or her distinct personality - and in so doing, it can significantly enrich the life you share with your dog.
A General Theory of Love - Thryft
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Fari Amini, Thomas Lewis, Richard Lannon  | Vintage

A General Theory of Love

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Goodreads rating: 4.11

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This original and lucid account of the complexities of love and its essential role in human well-being draws on the latest scientific research. Three eminent psychiatrists tackle the difficult task of reconciling what artists and thinkers have known for thousands of years about the human heart with what has only recently been learned about the primitive functions of the human brain.A General Theory of Love demonstrates that our nervous systems are not self-contained: from earliest childhood, our brains actually link with those of the people close to us, in a silent rhythm that alters the very structure of our brains, establishes life-long emotional patterns, and makes us, in large part, who we are. Explaining how relationships function, how parents shape their child’s developing self, how psychotherapy really works, and how our society dangerously flouts essential emotional laws, this is a work of rare passion and eloquence that will forever change the way you think about human intimacy.
Case in Point : Complete Case Interview Preparation - Thryft
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Marc P. Cosentino, Joan Oleck  | Burgee Press

Case in Point : Complete Case Interview Preparation

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Cosentino demystifies the consulting case interview. He takes you inside a typical interview by exploring the various types of case questions and he shares with you the acclaimed Ivy Case System which will give you the confidence to answer even the most sophisticated cases.  The book includes over 40 strategy cases, a number of case starts exercises, several human capital cases, a section on marketing cases and 21 ways to cut costs.
What Color is Your Parachute? 2002 : A Practical Manual for Job-hunters and Career Changers - Thryft
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Richard Nelson Bolles | Ten Speed Press

What Color is Your Parachute? 2002 : A Practical Manual for Job-hunters and Career Changers

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What Color is Your Parachute? is a go-to for those seeking career guidance. With a focus on self-reflection, it helps readers determine what they truly want in a job and how they can make it happen. The user reviews praise its practical advice and step-by-step approach. If you're feeling lost in your career, this book might be the right parachute for you.
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment
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Eckhart Tolle | New World Library

The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

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"The Power of Now" is for those seeking a shift in perception—those who want to escape the constant noise of the mind and find a peace that comes from being fully present. If you're caught up in worries of past and future, Eckhart Tolle's guidance offers a serene anchor in the now, potentially transforming your life by mastering the moment.
Good Manners for Nice People Who Sometimes Say F*CK - Thryft
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Amy Alkon | St. Martin's Griffin

Good Manners for Nice People Who Sometimes Say F*CK

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Goodreads rating: 3.19

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We live in a world that's very different from the one in which Emily Post came of age. Many of us who are nice (but who also sometimes say "f*ck") are frequently at a loss for guidelines about how to be a good person who deals effectively with the increasing onslaught of rudeness we all encounter. To lead us out of the miasma of modern mannerlessness, science-based and bitingly funny syndicated advice columnist Amy Alkon rips the doily off the manners genre and gives us a new set of rules for our twenty-first century lives. With wit, style, and a dash of snark, Alkon explains that we now live in societies too big for our brains, lacking the constraints on bad behavior that we had in the small bands we evolved in. Alkon shows us how we can reimpose those constraints, how we can avoid being one of the rude, and how to stand up to those who are. Forgoing prissy advice on which utensil to use, Alkon answers the twenty-first century's most burning questions about manners, including:* Why do many people, especially those under forty, now find spontaneous phone calls rude? * What can you tape to your mailbox to stop dog walkers from letting their pooch violate your lawn? * How do you shut up the guy in the pharmacy line with his cellphone on speaker? * What small gift to your new neighbors might make them think twice about playing Metallica at 3 a.m.?Combining science with more than a touch of humor, Good Manners for Nice People Who Sometimes Say F*ck is destined to give good old Emily a shove off the etiquette shelf (if that's not too rude to say).
What to Expect the First Year - Thryft
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Heidi Murkoff, Sandee Hathaway, Arlene Eisenberg  | Gardners Books

What to Expect the First Year

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Goodreads rating: 3.92

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WHAT TO EXPECT THE 1st YEAR is a comprehensive and practical month-by-month guide that clearly explains everything parents need to know - or might be worrying about - in the first year with a new baby. Featuring dozens of Q&A sections, as well as a first aid guide and charts on monthly growth and development, feeding and sleeping habits, this is the only book on infant care to address both the physical and the emotional needs of the whole family. Covering the most up-to-date knowledge, both medical and developmental, WHAT TO EXPECT THE 1st YEAR is, above all, down-to-earth and reassuring - and an invaluable aid for all parents of new babies.
How to Be a Man - Thryft
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Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Glenn O'Brien  | Rizzoli

How to Be a Man

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Goodreads rating: 3.78

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The ultimate sartorial and etiquette guide, from the ultimate life and style guru. By turns witty, sardonic, and always insightful, Glenn O’Brien’s advice column has been a must-read for several generations of men (and their spouses and girlfriends). Having cut his teeth as a contributor at Andy Warhol’s Interview in its heyday, O’Brien sharpened them as the creative director of advertising at the hip department store Barneys New York for ten years before starting his advice column at Details magazine in 1996. Eventually his column, "The Style Guy," migrated to its permanent home at GQ magazine, where O’Brien dispenses well-honed knowledge on matters ranging from how to throw a cocktail party (a diverse guest list is a must), putting together a wardrobe for a trip to Bermuda (pack more clothes for less dressing), or when it is appropriate to wear flip-flops in public (never). How To Be a Man is the culmination of O’Brien’s thirty years of accumulated style and etiquette wisdom, distilled through his gimlet eye and droll prose. With over forty chapters on style and fashion (and the difference), on dandies and dudes, grooming and decorating, on how to dress age-appropriately and how to age gracefully, this guide is the new essential read for men of all ages.