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Die Wise does not offer seven steps for coping with death. It does not suggest ways to make dying easier. It pours no honey to make the medicine go down. Instead, with lyrical prose, deep wisdom, and stories from his two decades of working with dying people and their families, Stephen Jenkinson...

If your kids aren’t learning about sex from you, what are they learning about sex, and who is teaching them? Having "the talk" with your child does not have to be a terrifying and awkward event. Armed with The Sex-Wise Parent, Dr. Janet Rosenzweig’s groundbreaking book, you may find you never have to have "the talk". Dr. Rosenzweig shows you how you can help protect your children from sexual abuse, trauma, and bullying through your everyday interaction with them.

The perfect gift book, featuring the writing of Meryl Streep, Bill Bailey, Emilia Clarke, Olivia Colman, Caitlin Moran, Richard Ayoade, Emily Watson and others, to coincide with the upcoming movie Last Christmas, starring Emma Thompson, Emilia Clarke and Henry Golding. When you think back to Christmases past, what (if anything) made it magical? This is a beautiful, funny and soulful collection of personal essays about the meaning of Christmas, written by a unique plethora of voices from the boulevards of Hollywood to the soup kitchens of Covent Garden.

Research is anchored by assumptions. How do we complete research—and why? This book—The Three Monkeys of Research—explores epistemology, ontology and methodology. Tara Brabazon explores how ideas become knowledge, and how arguments are verified, believed and disseminated to scholars, stakeholders and citizens.

You have within you an unlimited capacity for extraordinary love, for joy, for communion with life, and for unshakable freedom - and here is how to awaken it. In The Wise Heart, celebrated author and psychologist Jack Kornfield offers an accessible, comprehensive, and illuminating guide to the universal teachings of Buddhist psychology. He shows you how to use powerful Buddhist insights and practices to go beyond the trap of "self-improvement".

In The Night House, bestselling author and word-witch Danielle Dulsky peels back the layers of these timeless narratives to reveal their potent role as guides for navigating today's world. Historically kept and passed on by women, fairy tales are distinguishable from other types of folk tales by their supernatural elements, and because of this, they were often dismissed as trivial fantasies for women and children.

This lecture series with Sarah Shaw looks at several texts in the Pali Canon from the Dīgha Nikāya, the “collection of long discourses”. Sarah explores the Buddha’s teachings on subjects, including meditation, ethics, meditative states, and conditionality. This series is an excellent foundation for understanding the underpinnings of all Buddhist philosophy.

In this five-lecture series, Dr. James Mallinson takes a deeper look at the Hatha Yoga lineage. He covers many areas from the texts to the practitioners, the philosophies to the practices. James is one of the world’s foremost experts on Hatha Yoga. His work has uncovered some of the most recent findings in the Hatha Yoga story, making a major contribution to the interpretation of Yoga in the modern world. This series is a fascinating look at the connections which led the ancient world of Yoga into the modern forms of practice today.

In Poor Wise Man, Mary Roberts Rinehart masterfully weaves a tale of romance and suspense against the backdrop of early 20th Century America, rife with political intrigue. As readers delve into the lives of the characters, theyll encounter the strikingly different worlds of Lily Cardew—fresh from her humanitarian efforts with the Red Cross during the war—and William Wallace Cameron, a brave and principled pharmacy clerk navigating the challenges of an industrial town. Their complicated relationship unfolds amidst the contrasts of wealth and poverty, providing a vivid exploration of ...

In Wongo And The Wise Old Crow, we delve into the formative years of John Muir at the University of Wisconsin, where he often sought solace at the home of Dr. Ezra S. Carr. The warmth and encouragement he received from Mrs. Carr, a passionate botanist and nature enthusiast, sparked a profound friendship that Muir cherished deeply, referring to her as his spiritual mother. This connection is beautifully captured in Muirs heartfelt letters to her, penned from the breathtaking Yosemite Valley. Through these writings, we gain an intimate glimpse into Muirs life as he juggled sheep-herding, guiding...

From Whys to Wise: Healing Generational Trauma Together We know the pain of family disconnection. Jordan and her mother, The Niche Lady, spent years estranged, grappling with deep-seated generational trauma and the heavy weight of a victim mentality. Now, they've come together to share the raw, transformative story of how they went from broken to repaired. This isn't just a story—it's a roadmap. You'll learn: How to confront and overcome inherited family wounds. Practical steps to move past victimhood and embrace empowerment. Strategies for initiating and navigating the hardest conversations

Understanding humanity and human nature is one of the toughest jobs. Many times what seems right and good or vice versa can be completely different if explored to proper depth. In many instance, we all come across people and form opinions about the people we meet without actually knowing anything about them. But hearing and learning about such instances helps us to redefine our thought process and become wiser.

Welcome to Half-Wise, the podcast for anyone who's ever taken a leap before looking all the way down.This is a show about the decisions that don't feel smart in the moment—the bold, messy, and risky choices we make when we step far outside our comfort zones. Each episode features a true, personal story of a pivotal crossroads: quitting the stable job, starting over in a new place, saying the difficult truth, or pursuing a passion against all odds.We’re not here for tidy tales of perfect planning and guaranteed success. We're here for the real, human experience of uncertainty, courage, and ...

Eavesdropping with Spencer Wise is a live-style, on-demand talk show where fascinating guests from all walks of life drop by to share stories, insights, and laughter. Think of it as a chance to lean in on the conversation — and maybe discover you’re not so different from the people you’re listening to. It’s authentic, warm, and refreshingly free of the noise and shouting that fill so much of today’s media.

Catherine invites you to join her on her journey of self acceptance and sourcing her happiness from the inside out.Through her life stories, contemplations about her experiences combined with some wisdom she has collected each episodes encourages the listener to reflect on your own life experiences and choices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wise Whispers podcast with Mistie Parker and Nicole Romero, M.A. — mothers, support professionals, and soul explorers examining the intersections of life as we find balance in an often chaotic world. Exploring topics in early childhood, mental health, special education, social justice, holistic health and wellness and showing up authentically. Wise Whispers features voices and stories from real people with real-life, field experience. Listen carefully, you may hear some wise whispers.

An investigation into what society thinks defines health, wealth and wisdom. These three pillars provide the backbone for discussion into continuous pursuit of truth. Each guest has a unique perspective and the collective of humanity is explored by casual conversation.

Nathan the Wise, a play published by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing in 1779, is a fervent plea for religious tolerance. It was first performed in 1783 at the Döbbelinsches Theatre in Berlin. The narrative is set in Jerusalem during the Third Crusade and describes how the wise Jewish merchant Nathan, the enlightened sultan Saladin, and a Templar Knight bridge the differences between Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. Its major themes are friendship, tolerance, the relativism of God, a rejection of miracles and a need for communication.

Wise Wolf (Wellness) is a colourful, philosophical podcast by Kokil Sharma. Monthly conversations about metaphysical concepts, lunar wisdom and nature's teachings grounded in real-world applications. Following the lunar calendar, episodes are released every full moon for monthly reflection and growth.Listen to Kokil talk about her Colourful Wellness Journey and Spiritual Adventures as she navigates dualities of the real world.

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