Life Ritual

A pioneering anthropologist takes readers on a journey through the rich tapestry of human ritual—showing how and why our most irrational behaviors are a key driver of our success. “Important . . . and a true delight to read.” (Paul Bloom, author of Against Empathy) Ritual is one of the...

Not a morning person? No problem. Amy Schmittauer Landino, best-selling author and top lifestyle coach, gives you the tools you need to build a morning routine so you can own your day before it owns you—now updated for today’s fast-paced, screen-filled world. Do you struggle to get going in...

Ritual is perhaps the oldest, and certainly the most enigmatic, thread in human culture. Seemingly pointless ceremonies pervade every known society: from handshakes to hexes, hazings to parades, birthdays to graduations. And yet, though rituals exist in every culture and can persist nearly unchanged for centuries, their logic has remained a mystery until now. Today, a fearless new generation of anthropologists is venturing into this shadowy realm.

If you choose to believe in the magic of the pendulum, you grant yourself the possibility to tune into your intuitive powers and improve your life forever. ✨Do you have to be an expert to start dowsing? Absolutely not; all you need is the right pendulum for you, the will to practice with an open mind, and all the information included in this practical step-by-step guide. In the book Pendulum for Beginners, you will discover: Exactly how a pendulum works and how to choose the one that is meant for you. The best techniques to cleanse your pendulum and charge it with your own energy. Don’t...

Born in West Africa in the early 1950s, Somé was kidnapped at age four by a French Jesuit missionary to be trained as a priest, for the next 15 years enduring the harsh regimen of a seminary where his native language and tribal traditions were systematically suppressed. At age 20 he escaped, but when he returned to his Dugara people in Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso) they rejected him as an outsider. To reconnect with his native culture, Somé underwent a month-long initiation into shamanism.

Two manuscripts in one book: Jewish Magic: Unlocking Everything You Need to Know about Jewish Spirituality, Mysticism, and Angels Kabbalah: Unlocking Hermetic Qabalah to Understand Jewish Mysticism and Kabbalistic Rituals, Ideas, and History With Jewish Magic as your starting point, you will discover the important things you need to know as one who follows the Jewish path. You’ll discover a life that’s far more meaningful and richer than anything you could have ever imagined by choosing to express Ein Sof’s divine will here on earth. In the first part of this book, you will: Discover ...

Creating personal ritual in our lives allows us to bring the presence of the sacred into the everyday. The rituals in this book have been designed as symbolic acts providing a framework for anyone to use to create positive change in their lives. The seven morning rituals are designed to help you 'wake with determination', the seven afternoon rituals focus on 'living on purpose' and the seven evening rituals are about 'retiring with satisfaction'.

Here’s a polished book description you can use for The Complete Death Doula Guide: End-of-Life Planning, Hospice Support, and Holistic Care for Families: Book Description Caring for a loved one at the end of life can be one of the most profound and challenging journeys a family will ever face. The Complete Death Doula Guide offers a compassionate, practical, and holistic approach to navigating this sacred season with grace, dignity, and peace. Blending medical insight, hospice expertise, and emotional support strategies, this guide empowers families, caregivers, and aspiring death doulas ...

Witchcraft shouldn’t be expensive — or exhausting. If you’re broke, busy, burned out, or just done with the “aesthetic-only” witch scene, this book is your new best friend. Broke-Ass Witchcraft keeps things real, simple, funny, and wildly practical — because magic should fit into real life, not drain your bank account. Inside, you’ll find over spells, rituals, charms, and witchy hacks using things you already own: kitchen herbs, thrift-store finds, dollar-store candles, and pure intention. No fancy tools. No overpriced crystals. No perfection required. Just real witchcraft for...

When the excitement and thrill of new activities slowly starts to fade, your happiness and quality of life starts to dwindle with it. You start to question if this is the only purpose of living - waking up early for your breakfast and spending eight to 10 hours at your work. There is a way to set up your life so that you are fulfilled each day and the activities you perform have meaning. Get started now and jump start your new beginning to better habits. It only takes 30 days to achieve amazing things.

In a fast-moving world, it's easy to feel drained, disconnected, or overwhelmed. 180 Ways to Raise Vibrations is a guide back to your natural state of clarity, vitality, and joy. Inside, you’ll discover simple and versatile practices for every part of life — from breathwork and mindfulness rituals to movement, creativity, and environmental shifts. Each practice is designed to be practical, beautiful, and easy to weave into your day. Whether you’re looking to lift your mood, deepen your spiritual path, or simply live with more lightness, this book invites you to reconnect with the ...

Inspiring affirmations to help you boost your self-esteem, find happiness, and attract the magical life of your dreams—all with your next cup of coffee! Do you want to live an inspired life of sparkling adventure and achieve goals you never thought possible? Get started this morning! Coffee...

What does it mean to be both devout and modern? To live a life shaped by Jewish law while thriving in a world of technology, academia, and cultural diversity? Modern Orthodox Judaism for Beginners is your roadmap to understanding a faith that embraces tradition without retreating and engages with modernity without surrendering. Master the foundations of Jewish law. What is Halakha, and why does it still shape Jewish life today? Discover how it governs everything from ethics to daily routines, guiding everything from keeping kosher to handling workplace dilemmas. Faith and reason go hand in ...

A psychiatrist who has dedicated her life to treating global survivors of unspeakable horrors shares the three keys to resilience that we can use to weather stress, loss, and trauma in our own lives. “This book is a gift of empathy and lived wisdom—rare, real, and deeply human.”—Dr. Koen...

The topic of magic often sparks both interest and controversy in the field of Wicca. It is common to find people develop an interest in becoming Witches solely because of the magic involved in Wicca. In the same vein, some others are interested in discovering the supposed supernaturality behind the performance of magic. The term ‘Magic’ describes the process and practice of manipulating natural forces using one's personal powers and will to bring about desired changes in the universe. It is often the case that such changes cause awe, especially among those not skilled in the art. This ...

From “one of America’s smartest and most charming writers” (NPR), an archaeological romp through the entire history of humankind—and through all five senses—from tropical Polynesian islands to forbidding arctic ice floes, and everywhere in between. Whether it’s the mighty pyramids of...

Brutally honest, often hilarious, hard-won lessons in learning to love and care for yourself from a former vice president at Comedy Central who was called “ahead of her time” by Jordan Peele “You’re going to want Tara Schuster to become your new best friend.”—Glennon Doyle, #1 New...

From the bestselling world of Thistledown Hollow comes a new, stand-alone story of healing, community, and winter magic. Wren has inherited the Lavender Fox Inn—a two-hundred-year-old haven where lavender hangs drying from the rafters, the kettle always sings at just the right temperature, and tea brewed with intention can mend both broken bones and broken hearts. With her curious nine-year-old apprentice Emma cataloging herbs and a sarcastic familiar named Kip napping in scarves by the fire, Wren is settling into her new role as the inn's keeper. But when the first snow falls and a ...

Your Guide to Ritual Design: Redefine Your Day, Transform Your Life is a heartfelt invitation to harness the transformative power of rituals to change your life. Rituals, likely, already weave throughout the fabric of your daily life. Approached with reverence and clear intention, they can become pivotal touchpoints that ground and center us. By setting aside just fifteen minutes a day, you can step into the person you are meant to be.

The Wheel of the Year Explained: The Eight Sacred Sabbats of Pagan and Wiccan Tradition BOOK FOUR: Beltane Explained: Fire Festivals, Sacred Union, Fertility Magic, and the Pagan Celebration of Life at Summer’s Threshold is a deep, immersive guide to one of the most vibrant and powerful festivals in the Wheel of the Year. Celebrated at the turning point between spring and summer, Beltane honors fire, desire, growth, and the living pulse of the natural world. This book explores Beltane as both an ancient Celtic fire festival and a living spiritual practice for modern pagans and witches. ...