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Have you ever questioned the truths behind a seemingly ordinary life?An Apparently Normal Person takes you on a captivating journey through the depths of trauma, resilience and the power of the human spirit. In this inspiring memoir, Bonnie Armstrong unveils the uncharted territory of her dissociation, a survival mechanism that became a catalyst for healing.At the height of an accomplished professional career, an inexplicable illness hints at a connection to a forgotten suicide attempt decades earlier. The author is led to unravel the enigma of her past. What follows is the revelation of a secret internal community that helped her function in the face of unspeakable suffering.This book offers hope to the two-thirds of adults who have experienced some type of childhood trauma. More than a story, it's a testament to the transformative path from darkness to wholeness. Brave, raw and ultimately uplifting, An Apparently Normal Person serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking solace and healing from hidden pain.

Do you want to remain strong and active throughout your life? Embrace the journey of remaining active while aging. This comprehensive guide by seasoned yoga therapist Ellen Saltonstall offers a fresh perspective on living with courage, vitality and grace. Drawing from the wisdom of yoga, this book provides professional guidance, gentle adaptations, and compassionate support to improve your bone health, strength and balance while enhancing your overall well-being so you can enjoy the fullness of life at any age.Each chapter is filled with simple and easy-to-follow instructions that can be done from the comfort of your own home. The expert advice makes this book an invaluable resource for those seeking to reclaim their vigor. Whether you're new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, Empowered Aging will inspire you to take control of your health and embrace your golden years with confidence.

Step into the ring with life's challenges and come out a champion.Drawing on an impressive network of mentors and gurus from around the world, Deborah Charnes has distilled the life lessons they taught her into a collection you won't want to miss. This practical and adaptable guide will help anyone navigate the toughest battles in life.With life hacks for boosting your overall health and well-being that take as little as ten minutes a day, From the Boxing Ring to the Ashram empowers you to rise above your struggles and conquer your challenges.This holistic approach to self-improvement is the ultimate guide to finding balance, peace and purpose.

In these heartwarming and uplifting tales that celebrate the human spirit, we're offered a glimpse into the lives of a diverse group of characters as they search for clarity, contentment and resilience in a complicated world. From dealing with heartbreak and loss to fighting for their dreams and standing up for themselves, we see them face their struggles with humor, self-reflection and tenacity.But Soul Food is more than just a collection of inspiring, interconnected stories. It's a celebration of the human experience and the rich tapestry of emotions that make us who we are. Through the diverse range of characters and themes, we are reminded of the many ways in which we can find meaning and fulfillment in our lives, despite the challenges we face.Like a good Sunday brunch, composed of complementary foods from appetizers to dessert, the stories in Soul Food are colorful, homey and easily digested. They are sure to nourish your body, mind and spirit, and leave you feeling satisfied and fulfilled. Don't miss out on this delicious feast for the senses.This standalone companion to Beth Gibbs's Enlighten Up! expands the ideas from Enlighten Up! in fictional and often humorous ways, as stories, laughter and entertainment are nonthreatening ways to learn new skills. Great for light reading, self-reflection and book clubs. Discussion questions included!

Grief knocks you to your knees and you're left knowing your life will never be the same.Losing someone you love is hard. But when the dust settles and the pain starts to fade, grief can surprise you in stark and subtle ways. A few bars of a tune, a faint hint of perfume, a brief glimpse of a stranger in a crowd can bring your loss crashing in.But there are also lessons we can learn from grief. It's not all pain. It can also bring appreciation: for the love you had, for the people who support you, for the life you still have ahead of you. And as you pick yourself up, made subtly stronger by grief, you find more clarity of purpose, more appreciation for others, and more desire to live your life fully. You become a grief warrior.That's what Dr. Marianne Bette calls herself. A grief warrior. She is no stranger to grief and the transformation it brings. Let her teach you how to embrace life again using her personal experiences with grief as well others' whose stories she shares from forty years in family medicine.You can live with a grieving heart.

Imagine meetings where everyone is heard and all people matter. That's what Thrive creates through its practical insights and accessible stories that teach you techniques for facilitating effective, inclusive and energized meetings.

Broken in spirit after his exile from Mira, Arnacin yearns to find his way back home to Enchantress Island. Captured by pirates and then rescued by the Nomacirrians, he discovers there's one last thing he must do before he can find peace.As Mira falls around her, Valoretta becomes a prisoner of savages while her beloved home is destroyed and its people scattered.Will Arnacin and Valoretta remain victims of their circumstances or find the courage they each need to overcome the past?The Eternal Struggle is an enthralling YA fantasy novel. If you like raiding pirates, harrowing escapes, and stories of healing and reconciliation, then you'll love Esther Wallace's gripping tale.For fans of: J.R.R. Tolkien C.S. Lewis Lloyd Alexander Rosemary SutcliffBooks of The Black Phantom Chronicles series: The Savage War (Book 1) The Eternal Struggle (Book 2) The First Siege (Book 3) - forthcoming The Final Drive (Book 4) - forthcoming

A young shepherd boy sets out to find his calling and stumbles upon a land at war. Arnacin of Enchantress Island must wrestle with the purpose of honor, and the conflict that ensues when it's called into question.Valoretta, princess of Mira, has been chosen to be her father's successor, but at what cost? Her country is in conflict, conspiracies abound, and the native population has risen against her father, King Miro, and their people.Everything changes when Arnacin and Valoretta join forces to secure the future of Mira. But will Arnacin's honor be the greatest victim of The Savage War? And will the Black Phantom be Mira's doom or salvation?For fans of: J.R.R. Tolkien C.S. Lewis Lloyd Alexander Rosemary Sutcliff

Are you someone who hungers to make a difference in the world, but doesn't know how?Perhaps you are a Baby Boomer wishing you could leave a legacy or a Millennial unsure where you want to work but clear that it needs to be with conscious companies. Or maybe you are a woman re-entering the workforce uncertain about your skills and talents.The main thing is, you are someone who has a desire to serve and leave a positive impact through your work and volunteer efforts."Solutionaries" sets you on the right path by taking you through a process whereby you: Discover the talents, gifts and tools that make you uniquely qualified to lead. Present your distinct value proposition to the world with intention. Identify compelling issues that drive you to serve and make a difference. Find and join your tribe of likeminded "Solutionaries" and changemakers. Create an action plan for a life that meets both your financial and emotional needs. And more!Discover the answer to making the world a better place! Read Solutionaries!For fans of: Zoe Weil's "The World Becomes What We Teach" Anthony Boquet's "The Bloodline of Wisdom" William MacAskill's "Doing Good Better" Leslie R. Crutchfield's "Do More than Give" Peter Singer's "The Life You Can Save"

Recent studies estimate that more than 75% of current nonprofit executives plan to leave their positions in the next five to ten years. What will you do when you need to recruit a new executive for your nonprofit's leadership team?Hiring and onboarding a CEO is one of the most important (and challenging) actions a board will ever undertake. Choosing a poor match will require you to repeat the search within a year, at best. At worst, it can have devastating consequences for your organization's mission.Recruit your next CEO knowing that you have identified an individual whose core leadership competencies and values align with your strategic vision and mission.Dennis C. Miller is a nationally recognized strategic leadership coach and executive search consultant with more than thirty-five years of experience working with nonprofit board leadership and chief executives.In A Guide to Recruiting Your Next CEO, Dennis provides a handbook that can be used by any nonprofit board to guide their executive search efforts and feel confident that the outcome will be a positive one for their organization.In it, you'll learn: What the search process entails How to develop a position profile for your ideal CEO How knowing your strategic vision will help choose the right candidate Which key leadership competencies and values will help your organization thrive Who should be on your search committee How to go about identifying and screening candidates What the interview process consists of Why checking references is critical How to negotiate a compensation package that works for everyone How to ensure your new CEO stands the best chance for success possibleIf this guidance sounds like something your nonprofit organization could use right now, you'll want to buy this book!If you're preparing for your own CEO search...I invite you to download my "Final Candidate Evaluation Matrix." It will help you objectively evaluate the suitability of candidates as you grow nearer to making your final hiring decision. You can request your copy at thenonprofitsearch.com/candidatescore. You may also want to download the "Reference Checking Matrix" as well from thenonprofitsearch.com/references to capture your thoughts and impressions while checking a candidate's references.Both of these templates are my gift to you, whether you purchase this book or not.Read what your peers are saying about this book"As you know, hiring and onboarding a CEO is one of the most important actions a board will ever undertake. So often, even experienced boards struggle to find the right person and are challenged by the process. I think this book will provide a solid set of guardrails for any nonprofit board in their next search for a CEO."David A. Williams, President & CEO, Make-A-Wish America"Dennis' new book is a very useful outline for nonprofit boards of directors of the need for the board to rethink about the whole executive recruitment process, especially since most board members only go through this once or twice. The risks of getting it wrong are too high."Jim Purcell, Chief Executive Officer Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies