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You can heal your life  by Louise L. Hay

You can heal your life

Louise L. Hay

"Since its publication in 1984, You Can Heal Your Life has transformed the lives of millions of people. This is a book that people credit with profoundly altering their awareness of the impact that the mind has on health and wellbeing. In this special gift...

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Beating burnout  by Mike McKinney

Beating burnout

Mike McKinney

"Burnout is a phenomenon that can happen to anyone, yet it is most often found in high-pressured workplaces, especially those where promotions and target achievement are valued. In this timely book, clinical psychologist Mike McKinney takes an informed look at...

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Make it happen  by Jordanna Levin

Make it happen

Jordanna Levin

"Everyone can manifest. We're all doing it-every second of every day -- without even realising it. For years, journalist and podcaster Jordanna Levin thought that she was psychic. She would worry about things and they would come true. But she wouldn't just...

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Philosophical health

Philosophical health

"Bringing together leading international and interdisciplinary scholars, this ground-breaking volume examines the theory and practice of philosophical health in contemporary contexts of care broadly understood, care for the self, care for the other, and care...

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Do hard things  by Steve Magness

Do hard things

Steve Magness

"From beloved performance expert, journalist, and co-author of Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox comes a science-based new definition of toughness-one that focuses on assessing a challenge on a physiological and psychological level rather than...

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Let's become fungal!  by Yasmine Ostendorf-Rodríguez

Let's become fungal!

Yasmine Ostendorf-Rodríguez

"There is a growing interest in fungi and mycelium as a material, the ever-branching connecting threads of the fungal world. The entanglements and how this rhizomatic network functions is not just a fascinating ecological system and material, but carries a...

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Unanxious  by 1981- author. Humble the Poet

Unanxious

1981- author. Humble the Poet

"This book is for the overthinkers struggling with overwhelm, burnout, and anxiety. If that's you--sipping from a half-empty glass and staring at your phone on the sidelines of your own life--then this book will remind you that you are not alone and share...

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A witch's book of wisdom  by Patricia Telesco

A witch's book of wisdom

Patricia Telesco

"A Witch's Book of Wisdom is the ultimate grimoire of folk spells, offering a unique selection of magical solutions to many of life's problems. Hearken back to a time when the solution to life's problems could be discovered by having a chat with the local wise...

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The next conversation  by Jefferson (Lawyer) Fisher

The next conversation

Jefferson (Lawyer) Fisher

"From communication expert Jefferson Fisher, the definitive book on making your next conversation the one that changes everything. No matter who you're talking to, The Next Conversation gives you immediately actionable strategies and phrases that will forever...

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Visualise  by Maya Raichoora

Visualise

Maya Raichoora

"Visualisation is a neurological mental training technique that rewires the brain, and #1 visualisation expert Maya Raichoora will teach you the 5 life-changing techniques in VISUALISE. FIVE VISUALISATION TECHNIQUES TO MASTER YOUR MIND, BUILD CONFIDENCE AND...

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Too much  by Terri (Psychotherapist) Cole

Too much

Terri (Psychotherapist) Cole

"Are you the person everyone comes to when they’re in a jam? Do you regularly accommodate others’ needs and preferences? Does it feel like chaos will ensue if you don’t handle the travel plans, divvy up the check at group dinners, sort out your friend’s latest...

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The 5 second rule  by Mel Robbins

The 5 second rule

Mel Robbins

"Throughout your life, you've had parents, coaches, teachers, friends and mentors who have pushed you to be better than your excuses and bigger than your fears. What if the secret to having the confidence and courage to enrich your life and work is simply...

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The courage gap  by Margie Warrell

The courage gap

Margie Warrell

""Close the gap between who you are and who you want to be with this guide from the bestselling author of You've Got This! and Brave. Through 5 simple but profound steps, you'll develop more courage, reclaim the power you've unwittingly surrendered to fear,...

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How to be enough  by Ellen Hendriksen

How to be enough

Ellen Hendriksen

"Do you set demanding standards for yourself? If so, a lot likely goes well in your life. You might earn compliments, admiration, or accomplishments. Your high standards and hard work pay off. But privately, you may feel like you're falling behind, faking it,...

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Maori philosophy  by Georgina Tuari Stewart

Maori philosophy

Georgina Tuari Stewart

"This book is a concise introduction to Maori philosophy, covering the symbolic systems and worldviews of the indigenous people of Aotearoa, New Zealand. This book addresses core philosophical issues including Maori notions of the self, the world,...

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The Ikigai way  by David E. Marlow

The Ikigai way

David E. Marlow

"In The Ikigai Way, David Marlow, a seasoned business leader and personal transformation expert, tackles the challenges of today's disrupted career landscapes. Utilizing the ancient Japanese concept of Ikigai, Marlow offers a fresh perspective on finding...

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Adapt  by Andrea Clarke

Adapt

Andrea Clarke

"After the global pause in 2020, we returned to a world that feels faster, looser, and less structured – our professional boundaries have been erased, social and cultural norms are shifting rapidly, and at the same time, we're facing profound developments in...

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No rain, no flowers  by Thomas Lélu

No rain, no flowers

Thomas Lélu

"No Rain, No Flowers is a collection of irreverent, addictive, astute, and life-affirming handwritten notes from French artist, curator and gallerist, Thomas Lélu - sharing his viral inspiration, wisdom and humour. At the core of Lélu's work is the message...

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Life is my guru  by Bobby J. (Pharmacist) Price

Life is my guru

Bobby J. (Pharmacist) Price

"Life Is My Guru will teach you how to pull the wisdom out of your own life experiences (past and present) and show you that life is our greatest teacher. Using the mind of a scientist and the heart of a healer, Dr. Bobby Price provides a practical guide that...

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Manifest your true essence  by Estelle Bingham

Manifest your true essence

Estelle Bingham

"Highly acclaimed holistic therapist Estelle Bingham distils decades of wisdom on metaphysical teachings to help listeners unlock the healing and affirming possibilities of Embodied Heart Energy. Reclaim your power to heal, stay connected to your purpose and...

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Lost book of spells  by Fiona Horne

Lost book of spells

Fiona Horne

"Lost for many years, this collection draws together over 30 years of spells old and new created by Fiona Horne for everything from traditional topics such as love and relationships, self-care and wellbeing, and money and work, to up-to-the-minute issues such...

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Do this before bed  by Oliver Niño

Do this before bed

Oliver Niño

"Discover the transformative power of your nightly routine in Do This Before Bed. Drawing from two decades of expertise as an energy healer and spiritual activator, Oliver Nino offers a treasure trove of practices to elevate every aspect of your life. The...

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Instagrammable  by Koenraad Jonckheere

Instagrammable

Koenraad Jonckheere

"What is the relationship between the Holy Trinity and social media? How do hashtags influence us? Why are we so inclined to use filters? Why do we treat digital images differently than analogue ones? Art history offers a beginning of answers. Instagrammable...

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Magick for transformation  by Brandi Amara Skyy

Magick for transformation

Brandi Amara Skyy

"Alchemise your unique dreams and desires, glean the magickal tools you need and direct them toward your visions and goals to achieve a Wild Dream Life that you never imagined was possible. Build your Wild Dream Life - a life that is designed by you, that...

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Big magic  by Elizabeth Gilbert

Big magic

Elizabeth Gilbert

"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...

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The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali  by author Patañjali

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

author Patañjali

"One of the world's classic spiritual texts translated by a British scholar. The basic questions of Who Am I? Where Am I Going? What Is the Purpose of Life? are asked by every generation, and Patanjali's answers (given in the third century BC) form one of the...

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Reading Arendt in the waiting room  by Jonathan Foiles

Reading Arendt in the waiting room

Jonathan Foiles

"In Reading Arendt in the Waiting Room, Jonathan Foiles, a licensed psychotherapist and lecturer at the University of Chicago's Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice, explains how philosophy can help us respond to these deep questions and...

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Confidence  by Roxie Nafousi

Confidence

Roxie Nafousi

"Confidence is at the foundation of everything we do. It's the invisible power that propels you to dream bigger, take bold risks, and create a life you truly love. But for too many of us, it feels out of reach - reserved for those who seem to have it all...

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How to love better  by author Yung Pueblo (Writer)

How to love better

author Yung Pueblo (Writer)

""Personal transformation, that is grounded in self-love and has greater inner peace as the goal, will naturally teach you how to love better. Seeing yourself clearly opens the door to compassion for yourself and other people." Love enters our lives in many...

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Unruly  by Shelah Marie

Unruly

Shelah Marie

"Shelah teaches readers how to become the architect of their lives, using a culmination of her best teachings that have been tested at her retreats, courses, and online programs all over the world. This journey mixes story, prescriptive content, and structured...

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More thinking about life  by George Bryant

More thinking about life

George Bryant

"What is happening to our world? Some key issues about life - freedom of speech, diminishing empathy, our obsession for wanting more, words matter, the decay of truth, the search for happiness, coping when the going gets tough, the need for more wisdom in...

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Coaching expertise  by Iain A. McCormick

Coaching expertise

Iain A. McCormick

"This book will enable you to develop in-depth coaching expertise. Effective coaches all want to continuously build their skills to help their clients more. Yet widespread evidence shows that although most professionals do initially develop rapidly, more...

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How to chase change  by Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa

How to chase change

Alexis Fernandez-Preiksa

"If you want to change your life, but you don't know where to start, know that you already possess your most powerful tool: your mind. How to Chase Change is the ultimate guide to utilising your mindset to become your best self. This 30-day program covers...

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Conquer your imposter  by Alison Shamir

Conquer your imposter

Alison Shamir

" Are you a high achiever battling feelings of inadequacy? Do you feel undeserving of your accomplishments? Do you consider yourself a fraud just waiting to be found out? You're not alone. Alison Shamir was at the top of her game - corporate leadership role,...

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Tiny experiments  by Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Tiny experiments

Anne-Laure Le Cunff

"A transformative guide to rethinking our approach to goals, creativity, and life itself from a neuroscientist and entrepreneur, and the creator of the popular Ness Labs newsletter. Life isn't linear, and yet we constantly try to mould it to linear goals. The...

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The success principles  by Jack Canfield

The success principles

Jack Canfield

"In celebration of its 20th anniversary, a revised and updated edition of legendary self-esteem expert and #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series Jack Canfield’s classic and inspiring guide, which has helped thousands of...

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Science and power in the nineteenth-century Tasman world  by Alexandra Roginski

Science and power in the nineteenth-century Tasman world

Alexandra Roginski

"A compelling history of how popular phrenology featured in the fates of people living in, and moving through, the settler-colonial world of nineteenth-century Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Innovatively using historical newspapers and other archives,...

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Brainjacking  by Brian Clegg

Brainjacking

Brian Clegg

"Brainjacking takes us on a journey through advertising and marketing's attempts to understand and influence our thoughts and desires, from the earliest billboards to the technologies of the future. To discover how science intersects with our desires and...

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The nature fix  by Florence Williams

The nature fix

Florence Williams

"An investigation into the restorative benefits of nature draws on cutting-edge research and the author's explorations with international nature therapy programs to examine the relationship between nature and human cognition, mood, and creativity"--Publisher's...

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Psychology and alchemy  by C. G. (Carl Gustav) Jung

Psychology and alchemy

C. G. (Carl Gustav) Jung

"Alchemy is central to Jung's hypothesis of the collective unconscious. In this volume he begins with an outline of the process and aims of psychotherapy, and then moves on to work out the analogies between alchemy, Christian dogma and symbolism and his own...

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How to sort your self-esteem  by James Withey

How to sort your self-esteem

James Withey

"Low self-esteem affects nearly everyone. Your sense of worth is dependent on social, genetic and environmental factors that impact how you feel about yourself. Very few people feel completely confident and comfortable in their own skin. This book will help...

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What matters to you  by Greta Bradman

What matters to you

Greta Bradman

"Whether you want to make better decisions, improve your relationships or find more meaning in your work, harnessing your core values is the key to your future success, contentment and contribution. Have you ever heard a voice inside you whispering, 'There's...

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The discovery of the unconscious  by Henri F. (Henri Frédéric) Ellenberger

The discovery of the unconscious

Henri F. (Henri Frédéric) Ellenberg...

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The interpretation of dreams  by Sigmund Freud

The interpretation of dreams

Sigmund Freud

"The virtuous man contents himself with dreaming that which the wicked man does in actual life. At the turn of the twentieth century, Sigmund Freud published a controversial and groundbreaking theory. Our dreams, he proposed, are as complex and multifaceted as...

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The complete color harmony  by Tina Sutton

The complete color harmony

Tina Sutton

"This premium anniversary edition of The Complete Color Harmony gives you the color explorations, insights, and palettes from the original version in a deluxe new package. First published in 1983 and now an essential reference for designers, The Complete Color...

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People, places, and belonging  by William Marsiglio

People, places, and belonging

William Marsiglio

"Place matters--for good and bad. Infinitely diverse in form, place embodies the action settings where social life happens. Often fighting to preserve a sense of group belonging in the process, we design places to reflect our values and interests. With an eye...

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Warrior goddess training  by HeatherAsh Amara

Warrior goddess training

HeatherAsh Amara

"It's no secret that women today are juggling a lot. We now make up more than half the workforce in the United States and are busier than ever with partners, children, family and friends, often putting the needs of others ahead of our own. And if we feel...

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Start with values  by Bradley Hook

Start with values

Bradley Hook

"In this powerfully insightful book, author Brad Hook, founder of the Values Institute, brings his years of experience as an executive coach, mentor, and researcher to unpack the extraordinary impact of values in our lives and helps set you on a journey to...

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The way of play  by Tina Payne Bryson

The way of play

Tina Payne Bryson

"Most parents understand that unstructured play time is good for a child's attention span and creativity, but new science has discovered that specific, deliberate, playful interaction with parents is the key to their healthy emotional development and later...

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The people pleaser's guide to saying yes to you  by Hollie Azzopardi

The people pleaser's guide to saying yes to you

Hollie Azzopardi

"So you've learned how to stop caring so much about what other people think, but what comes next? Can you prioritise self-care without apology or fear? Offering a range of healing practices for the 'givers' among us, this guide will help you tap into yourself...

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The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 1  by David Rankine

The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 1

David Rankine

"The Grimoire Encyclopaedia is a work of unparalleled magical scholarship which expands the field of grimoire study far beyond its previous boundaries. Including one hundred chapters on individual grimoires and important books, a table of the spirits found in...

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The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 2  by David Rankine

The grimoire encyclopaedia. Volume 2

David Rankine

"The Grimoire Encyclopaedia is a work of unparalleled magical scholarship which expands the field of grimoire study far beyond its previous boundaries. Including one hundred chapters on individual grimoires and important books, a table of the spirits found in...

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AI morality

AI morality

"There is no more important issue at present than artificial intelligence. AI has begun to penetrate almost every sphere of human activity. It will disrupt our lives entirely. David Edmonds brings together a team of leading philosophers to explore some of the...

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The social paradox  by William Von Hippel

The social paradox

William Von Hippel

"Why do people who have so much, leading comfortable lives filled with unprecedented freedom, choice, and abundance-often feel so unhappy and unfulfilled? This phenomenon is a defining paradox of our time and one we endlessly seek to solve. In The Social...

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The Witch of the Forest's guide to folklore magick  by Lindsay Squire

The Witch of the Forest's guide to folklore magick

Lindsay Squire

"The myths, legends, and superstitions of the past offer a window into how common people made sense of their world. Because they were excluded from the halls of academia and the seats of power, they had no choice but to get on with day-to-day life, healing,...

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Awkwardness  by Alexandra Plakias

Awkwardness

Alexandra Plakias

"This is awkward: you greet an acquaintance you haven't seen for a while. One of you goes in for a hug; the other initially offers a handshake, then leans in, by which time the hugger is hesitating. In the end, you both do a half-hearted back pat, and then...

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Your unconscious is showing  by Courtney Tracy

Your unconscious is showing

Courtney Tracy

"A groundbreaking guide showing us how being "out of control" (and admitting it) is the first step to living a truly better, more meaningful life. Raise your hand if you've ever wanted to "self-improve" but, for some reason, you just can't follow through....

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Letting go of perfectionism  by Yesel Yoon

Letting go of perfectionism

Yesel Yoon

"So many people struggle silently with feeling good enough and going above and beyond their limits in order to achieve "perfection". They're successful at work and in their personal lives, but this comes at a significant emotional, mental, and sometimes...

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Crystals for psychic self-defense  by Nicholas Pearson

Crystals for psychic self-defense

Nicholas Pearson

"Presents magickal techniques with crystals for warding off harmful energies, binding, and curse breaking, including crystal grids, amulets, spells, and rituals; Explains how to discern the symptoms of psychic attack and offers multiple methods for cleansing...

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Love & numbers  by Hans Decoz

Love & numbers

Hans Decoz

"Love and Numbers reveals the significance of numbers and helps you to uncover hidden truths about your personality and how you relate to the people in your life"--Publisher's description.

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A year of living simply  by Kate Humble

A year of living simply

Kate Humble

"If there is one thing that most of us aspire to, it is simply to be happy. Yet attaining happiness has become - it appears - anything but simple. What is the route to real, deep, long-lasting happiness? Could it be that our lives have become overly crowded,...

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Hidden potential  by Adam Grant

Hidden potential

Adam Grant

"The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again illuminates how we can elevate ourselves and others to unexpected heights. We live in a world that's obsessed with talent. We celebrate gifted students in school, natural athletes in sports, and child...

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Now, lead others  by Cillín Hearns

Now, lead others

Cillín Hearns

"Nathan Strife was on top of the world. Three months ago, he'd landed his dream job, a leadership position he'd coveted for years. Now, he's hit rock bottom. The pressure and disillusionment that have surfaced with his leadership style have become unbearable....

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Schema coaching  by Iain McCormick

Schema coaching

Iain McCormick

"Schema Coaching is an informative guide for coaches, providing readers with a powerful and evidence-based approach to dealing with persistent personal difficulties. Schema coaching has a strong foundation in schema therapy which has been used in many parts of...

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Dreams of a lifetime  by Karen A. Cerulo

Dreams of a lifetime

Karen A. Cerulo

"We are told that, in dreaming, anything is possible. Dreams are imaginings that are not supposedly linked to concrete experience or action or inhibited by the social and political disadvantages that may come from one's class position, race, ethnicity, or...

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Wild courage  by Jenny (Executive coach) Wood

Wild courage

Jenny (Executive coach) Wood

"A bold, empowering, and energizing guide to embracing your ambition and chasing after what you want from an executive who spent nearly two decades climbing the ranks at Google"--Publisher's description.

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Mahi A Atua  by Mark Kopua

Mahi A Atua

Mark Kopua

"Mahi a Atua is a Maori wellbeing framework based around storytelling. Grounded in a Maori world view, this approach is designed to foster transformation and systemic change and indigenise practices, institutions and personal and professional spaces. The...

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A year to live  by Stephen Levine

A year to live

Stephen Levine

"On his deathbed, Socrates exhorted his followers to practice dying as the highest form of wisdom. Levine decided to live this way himself for a whole year, and now he shares with us how such immediacy radically changes our view of the world and forces us to...

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Never play it safe  by Chase Jarvis

Never play it safe

Chase Jarvis

"What if your biggest risk in life is playing it safe. In Never Play It Safe, bestselling author, award-winning photographer, and founder of CreativeLive, Chase Jarvis, reveals that safety is an illusion—a comforting lie that's holding you back from true...

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How we learn to be brave  by Mariann Edgar Budde

How we learn to be brave

Mariann Edgar Budde

"In recent years, Bishop Mariann Budde has become known for offering the right words at the right time, creating moments of healing amid turmoil. With How We Learn to Be Brave, she teaches readers to respond with clarity and grace even in the toughest times....

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Power manifesting  by Paul McKenna

Power manifesting

Paul McKenna

"Millions of people are familiar with manifesting what they want, creating results through goal setting, focus of attention and actions. Paul McKenna has spent the last four decades studying super-achievers, uncovering some extraordinary discoveries to create...

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Becoming an adult  by Henry Cloud

Becoming an adult

Henry Cloud

"Becoming an Adult focuses on the growth, connecting, separating, and choices that every human being must go through. Dr. Henry Cloud highlights key issues that individuals face as they are tasked with navigating adulting. Some of the topics discussed...

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What to do when you get dumped  by Suzy (Former newspaper reporter) Hopkins

What to do when you get dumped

Suzy (Former newspaper reporter) Ho...

"From the beloved mother-daughter team who brought us What to Do When I'm Gone, a poignant, funny, heartfelt, and gorgeously illustrated guide to navigating the pain and complexity of getting dumped."--Provided by publisher.

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True wealth  by Ken Honda

True wealth

Ken Honda

"Embark on a transformative adventure with Kei as he unravels his grandfather's legacy, one letter at a time. Upon the passing of his grandfather, Kei inherits a series of nine letters covering 80 years of his grandfather's learned wisdom. Each unveils an...

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The trial of Socrates  by I. F. (Isidor Feinstein) Stone

The trial of Socrates

I. F. (Isidor Feinstein) Stone

The Athens of Socrates's time has gone down in history as the very place where democracy and freedom of speech were born. Yet this city put Socrates, its most famous philosopher, to death. Presumably this was because it citizens did not like what he was...

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A precarious happiness  by Peter Eli Gordon

A precarious happiness

Peter Eli Gordon

"Readers of Theodor Adorno often have understood him as a "totalizing negativist." If it truly is the case that Adorno saw modern society as a realm of complete falsehood, however, his own social theory is unintelligible. In A Precarious Happiness, Peter E....

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The let them theory  by Mel Robbins

The let them theory

Mel Robbins

"If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with where you are, the problem isn't you. The problem is the power you give to other people. Two simple words--Let Them--will set you free. Free from the opinions, drama, and judgments of others. Free...

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Breaking free from the victim mentality  by Donovan Garett

Breaking free from the victim mentality

Donovan Garett

"Are you tired of feeling stuck, powerless, or held back by circumstances beyond your control? Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of blame, self-doubt, and frustration? Are you ready to break free from the limitations holding you back and step into a life...

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The not-to-do list  by Rolf Dobelli

The not-to-do list

Rolf Dobelli

"Have you ever: Got stuck in your career? Said 'yes, sure' when you should have said 'sorry, no'? Tried to change someone? Listened to your inner voice? These are all examples of habits, decisions and behaviours that will derail your efforts to build a life of...

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The road to wisdom  by Francis S. Collins

The road to wisdom

Francis S. Collins

"From world-leading scientist and New York Times bestselling author of The Language of God, a deeply thoughtful guidebook to discerning what and who we can trust to move us from societal discord to civic harmony. As the COVID-19 pandemic revealed, western...

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Living a life of greatness  by Sarah Grynberg

Living a life of greatness

Sarah Grynberg

"Do you ever feel like you're hurtling through life, unable to slow down or take a breath? Things might look good from the outside, but you're running on empty with no time to reflect on what it's all for. Greatness is the antidote to this restless...

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Goodbye Good Girl, hello me  by Kasey Edwards

Goodbye Good Girl, hello me

Kasey Edwards

"A Good Girl is acutely aware of everyone's emotional state. Except her own. She was praised for not being difficult like other girls. She must never get too big for her boots and must always be grateful. So damn grateful. She masks her own needs, dreams and...

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The highly sensitive teen  by Lea Noring

The highly sensitive teen

Lea Noring

"A teen's guide to surviving--and thriving--with high sensitivity in an insensitive world. Does it ever feel like your emotions are more intense than others? Are you bothered by loud noises, bright lights, or strong smells, or feel overwhelmed by crowds or the...

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Navigating loss  by Heather Stang

Navigating loss

Heather Stang

"Discover a path through the uncharted, invisible territory of grief and learn how you can cope, adjust, and even grow through the different types of losses in life. Grounded in author Heather Stang's expertise and heartfelt desire to relieve suffering,...

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Thrive  by Kim Forrester

Thrive

Kim Forrester

"THRIVE is a ... crafted full-colour book dedicated to exploring and amplifying the traits and practices that help us flourish in life. As nourishing for the eyes as it is for the soul, THRIVE is for anyone who welcomes wellbeing onto their coffee tables and...

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Awakening from the meaning crisis. Part 1, Origins  by John Vervaeke

Awakening from the meaning crisis. Part 1, Origins

John Vervaeke

"WE LIVE TODAY in the aftermath of what philosopher Charles Taylor described as the "great dis-embedding." While we once commonly understood our relationship to nature as being a part of the greater whole, we now find ourselves separate and isolated from its...

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The mystery of life energy  by Eric D. Leskowitz

The mystery of life energy

Eric D. Leskowitz

"Examining the wealth of evidence supporting the reality of the human biofield, Eric Leskowitz, M.D., explores the role of life energy in healing therapies and outlines its many manifestations at the individual, group, and global levels. He shows how energy...

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The male gazed  by Manuel (Writer) Betancourt

The male gazed

Manuel (Writer) Betancourt

"Manuel Betancourt has long lustfully coveted masculinity--in part because he so lacked it. As a child in Bogotá, Colombia, he grew up with the social pressure to appear strong, manly, and, ultimately, straight. And yet in the films and television he avidly...

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Disappointing affirmations  by Dave Tarnowski

Disappointing affirmations

Dave Tarnowski

"From the wildly popular Instagram account, Disappointing Affirmations hilariously counters the culture of relentless toxic positivity with a realistic take on a disappointing world where failure is always an option, but that's okay"--Publisher's description.

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Making friends as an adult  by Rebecca Greene

Making friends as an adult

Rebecca Greene

"'Making Friends as an Adult' helps you overcome the challenges of building friendships, forming new bonds, and meeting new people. First, you'll learn what your friendship needs are and decide what kind of friends you'd like to meet. Then you'll get concrete...

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A hand to hold  by Coleen Nolan

A hand to hold

Coleen Nolan

"Coleen Nolan – singer, TV host and agony aunt is known for her warmth, straight-talking and compassion. But her empathy and warmth have been earned the hard way – formed by her own deeply-felt experiences of loss and grief. Inspired by her own life, and her...

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The comeback code  by Jake Bailey

The comeback code

Jake Bailey

"Jake Bailey knows all about adversity and tough times. Jake gave an inspirational end-of-year address as head boy at Christchurch Boys' High School from his wheelchair, only a week after receiving a diagnosis of an extremely aggressive form of cancer. His...

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The story of witches  by Willow Winsham

The story of witches

Willow Winsham

"Delve into the beguiling history of witches and uncover a fascinating world laden with myth, magic and superstition. The Story of Witches offers a tantalising insight into the dark past and modern fascination with the occult in its many forms. Demonic and...

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The beginner's guide to numerology  by Kirsten Riddle

The beginner's guide to numerology

Kirsten Riddle

"Do you have a lucky number? Ever wondered why you're instinctively drawn to some numbers more than others? This fascinating insight into the world of numerology explains why--and how to make those numbers work for you. Explore some of the different systems of...

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A confluence of witches

A confluence of witches

"Featuring a "Who's Who" of voices from the contemporary witchcraft community, A Confluence of Witches is an invitation to practicing witches, and those newly drawn to the craft, to explore the authentic intersections of magic, spirituality, personal...

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Modern magic  by Michelle. author. Tea

Modern magic

Michelle. author. Tea

"In this enchanted sibling to the cult classic Modern Tarot, literary and tarot icon Michelle Tea returns to her magical roots, offering stories, little-known history, traditions, rituals, and spells for any witch seeking a deeper spiritual practice. A...

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Mindmasters  by Sandra C. Matz

Mindmasters

Sandra C. Matz

"There are more digital pieces of data than stars in the universe. This data helps us monitor our planet, decipher our genetic code, and take a deep dive into our psychology. As algorithms become increasingly adept at accessing our minds, they also become more...

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Witches  by Judika Illes

Witches

Judika Illes

"A compendium of witches through the ages, from earliest prehistory to some of the most significant modern practitioners, Witches explores who and what is a witch. Ranging from such famed historical figures as Marie Laveau, Tituba, Sybil Leek, Isobel Gowdie,...

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