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You're trying to help - but is it working? There's a better way. In this powerful, practical audiobook, emotional intelligence expert Richard Boyatzis and Weatherhead School of Management colleagues Melvin Smith and Ellen Van Oosten present a clear and hopeful message. The way to help someone learn and change, they say, cannot be focused primarily on fixing problems, but instead must connect to that person's positive vision of themselves or an inspiring dream or goal they've long held.

"Make Disciples." Jesus' command is clear. But what is a disciple? And how are we to "make" them? Based on decades of experience, this book explains and illustrates the process of disciple-making that Jesus taught and modeled. First published in 1974, its practical, biblical approach has revolutionized the ministry of hundreds of thousands of Christians as they learned how to multiply themselves in the lives of others.

Master Your Emotions is the how-to manual your parents should have given you at birth. By listening to it, you’ll learn a step-by-step process to deal with negative emotions so you can live a happier, more fulfilling life. With pragmatic exercises and personal examples, you’ll explore techniques that counteract draining spirals of negativity and provide immediate relief.

Not a day goes by without our being called upon to help one another - at home, at work, on the street, on the phone. We do what we can. Yet so many questions come up to complicate this natural response. In this practical helper's companion, the authors explore a path through these confusions and provide support and inspiration for us in our efforts as members of the helping professions, as volunteers, as community activists, or simply as friends and family trying to meet each other's needs.

For generations, we have focused on the individual drivers of success: Passion, hard work, talent, and luck. But in today’s dramatically reconfigured world, success is increasingly dependent on how we interact with others. In Give and Take, Adam Grant, an award-winning researcher and Wharton’s highest-rated professor, examines the surprising forces that shape why some people rise to the top of the success ladder while others sink to the bottom.

Non-profit organizations are beautiful pillars of society. They provide community togetherness and attend to the needs of people that may not have the means to do so themselves. Starting a non-profit organization is a praiseworthy venture. Over the years and in many communities and industries, non-profit organizations have assisted members of societies and provided amenities and services. Your non-profit idea won’t do you or anyone any good if you don’t know the proper steps to establish it. Starting up a non-profit organization can be a complicated and daunting process. Therefore, we ...

Countless books are designed to help leaders to become better leaders. But most resources neglect the underlying emotional struggles of both emerging and established leaders, who are often isolated and suffering in silence. Leadership professor Nicholas Rowe and counselor Sheila Wise Rowe offer their expertise in helping leaders process painful and traumatic experiences. Trauma contributes to how we lead others in either empowering or dysfunctional ways. Understanding how these experiences formed us is the beginning of the path to healing.

You may be considering establishing a private foundation for a variety of reasons. You may have just sold a company, donated a substantial, illiquid asset, or are contemplating retirement. Perhaps you and your family are interested in assisting in worthy social projects. Understanding how to establish a private foundation and other giving vehicles to achieve your objectives is crucial for making the correct selections at the appropriate time.

In her most personal book to date, beloved teacher and best-selling author Caroline Myss draws on her own practice to help us regain our fluency in the language of prayer and renew our connection to the sacred. Intimate Conversations with the Divine offers 100 of Myss' personal prayers as a resource and inspiration to start a prayer practice of your own. Each prayer illustrates a different type of grace that feeds the human soul, from awakening, endurance, and healing, to silence, surrender, and trust.

Let's face it: Life gives you plenty of reasons to get angry, sad, scared, and frustrated - and those feelings are okay. But sometimes it can feel like your emotions are taking over, spinning out of control with a mind of their own. To make matters worse, these overwhelming emotions might be interfering with school, causing trouble in your relationships, and preventing you from living a happier life.

Menopause for Men is your guide to being the supportive partner she needs during this transformative phase. Menopause isn’t just a change for her—it’s a journey for both of you—emotionally, physically, and relationally. This book dives into what she’s really experiencing, from recognizing symptoms to understanding treatments. With practical tips on building empathy, strengthening communication, and setting shared goals, you’ll learn how to support her through challenges while keeping your relationship strong.

NO ONE Gets There ALONE Life is a competition, except we often only look at competition vs. some other person, team, or company. The real competition is against ourselves. When we operate in life or business as a competition against others, then we develop a scarcity mindset, one filled with fear, anger, or resentment. The question we have to ask ourselves after reading this book is would you stop to help someone else?The solution is that A Better Us Makes a Better YOU and a Better You Makes a Better US. You have no idea the results of your actions, but if you take no action, there will be ...

Do you wish you had something that would help your children go to sleep while also teaching them something? Then look no further. This book is for you, or should I say, your child. Reading stories to your child, or playing them stories, are a big part of their developmental process. It helps them learn to talk and it also engages their imagination more when they don’t have to read the story to themselves. It can also aid in creating a regular bedtime routine, which will help to calm your child down and get them relaxed and ready for bed. In this book, you will find 25 short stories that ...

Do you like amateur sleuths mysteries, dog detectives and family bonds? Then this whodunit set in a small town with hidden secrets is the perfect read for you! When three generations of the Thompson family and their clever furry companions discover a tin box of rare collectible coins, they find themselves racing against time to solve a decade-old murder mystery. As other dogs in Sunridge Junction start to discover hidden boxes filled with coins; the community asks: Who buried them, and why? Come along for this delightful short read cozy mystery journey filled with unexpected twists and ...

Unlock the secrets to creating a stable, passive income while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with special needs. In "The Joy of Helping Others," real estate expert Robert Flowers shares his proven strategies for investing in special needs housing, combining practical advice with heartfelt stories of transformation.

Do your children crave adventure and excitement just before bed? Do they want to go on wonderful, expansive journeys with all sorts of new animal friends? If so, then keep reading—this is the book for you! Children love bedtime stories. Bedtime stories are the perfect way to bring your children the great relaxation that they need before they go to bed, and they are the greatest ways to wrap up a well-rounded bedtime routine. This book is here to bring you 25 new stories that are designed to be exciting for children of all ages! They involve exploring the beaches, the reefs, the tide pools...

Do you want your child to be sensitive to others and caring? Would you like your child to develop an open heart and be a help to others? Little Sophia and Isabella were neighbors. Sophia was the daughter of wizards who used gadgets and magic wands to perform magic and quickly help little kids who were in trouble. Isabella had a regular family with no magical powers at all, but she had a big heart and was very caring. Who we are as a person is more important than having the power of magic. Doing good deeds increases ones inner beauty, which shines through to the outside as well. Are magic ...

It’s not just about helping your daughter make it alive out of junior high. This book will help you understand how your daughter’s relationships with friends and cliques sets the stage for other intimate relationships as she grows and guides her when she has tougher choices to make about intimacy, drinking and drugs, and other hazards. Queen Bees and Wannabes will equip you with all the tools you need to build the right foundation to help your daughter make smarter choices and empower her during this baffling, tumultuous time of life.

Descubra los Secretos para Avanzar: Cómo la Neurociencia y la Biblia pueden transformar su vida. ¿Cansado de sentirte estancado y limitado en la vida? ¿Quieres superar las heridas de tu pasado y avanzar con confianza y paz? No busques más: la interacción de la Ciencia y la Fé es la solución. Descubra cómo se entrelazan los conocimientos de la neurociencia moderna y la sabiduría bíblica ancestral para ayudarnos a superar traumas del pasado. Adopte una nueva perspectiva sobre la tentación y aprenda a superarla. Experimente verdadera paz y libertad, incluso en circunstancias ...

Evoke change your way by bringing your whole self to the world. Become the Successful Coach You Are Meant to Be is your guide to navigating the rapidly expanding field of professional coaching. It reveals how you can become an influential changemaker by translating your skills, wisdom and passions into a prosperous coaching career or business. Start working holistically with those who need you most in just a few months! Written by Feroshia Knight, world-renowned creator of Whole Person Coaching® and founder of Coach Training World, this book provides a rare insider’s view into the world ...