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Paul Dear has grown up listening to his father's tall tales of adventure, which his mother infuses with common sense. But not even his parents know that Paul spends his days chatting with pixies and other magical creatures that dwell unseen among the living. And, at night in his room, a boy beckons to Paul from the mirror to come adventuring.

This collection of nine performance pieces by naturalists is inspired by the words of Margaret Mead, who said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful individuals can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." Together, these individuals provide a diverse story that memorializes the diversity, beauty, and fragility of our planet.

The Dopamine Dilemma: Understanding and Overcoming Digital Addiction Are you constantly checking your phone, scrolling endlessly, or feeling anxious when you’re offline? You’re not alone—and it’s not your fault. Technology is designed to hijack your brain’s reward system, keeping you hooked in a cycle of quick dopamine hits that leave you drained, distracted, and disconnected. The Dopamine Dilemma pulls back the curtain on how digital platforms—from social media to streaming to gaming—manipulate our biology to keep us engaged longer than we intend. Drawing from neuroscience, ...

This anthology presents an assortment of seven articles from the Journal of Asian Martial Arts that deal with Japanese weaponry: archery, short staff, naganita polearm, and test cutting (tamashigiri) with the long sword. A few articles are highly academic and others are easier reading, based on interviews or actual practice. There is a common theme: the importance of these to Japanese martial traditions.

We all reach a point in our lives where we just want to say "FCK IT!" and move on. But it often is not that easy to do it. Find out how and when to let go with various parts of life so that you might create a happier and less stressful future. Once your figure it all out there is no limit on what you might achieve and how happy you might be!

Dealing with feelings and emotions can be both difficult and confusing at times. But the fact remains that we feel and act the way we do because of certain factors. How we feel is a direct results of our previous life experiences and surroundings. The people we meet, where we grew up and our life in general helps define who we are and how we feel. "How to Deal with the Way You Feel" gives you the information and techniques to help you understand your feelings and why you feel and react to things and situations in everyday life. It helps you make sense of your feelings while giving you the ...

Written in the dark days immediately following the author's deployment to Iraq, Death Letter is part memoir, part comic lament on his relationship with the three great subjects of our mythic imagination.

Weight loss can be a very frustrating process and many fail because they either are doing it wrong or doing it for the wrong reasons. Weight loss Motivation will help you: Decide the right reasons for your weight loss Help you design a plan that works long-term for you. How to bust through obstacles like they were paper Get and stay motivated to achieve your goals. See when people are trying to sabotage your effortsThis book will take you by the hand and show you how to deal with the most common reasons people fail in losing weight. And the process is not all that difficult either. Tried ...

David Peters was the October 1982 Playgirl centerfold. Featuring Tom Selleck on the cover, it was the bestselling issue at that time. This is David’s true life story. Many photos included. David grew up in a small city on San Francisco Bay after surviving physical and emotional abuse in his childhood by an alcoholic father. Baseball became a big part of his early years building his confidence and ushering in his burgeoning physical nature. A foray to Fort Lauderdale as a teenager brought him face to face with his emerging wild side in ways he couldn’t have imagined and began a decades-...

Have you ever had a consumer problem you couldn't resolve. did you ever experience poor customer service treatment and not know what to do? Have you ever felt helpless in trying to get what you think you deserve from a company after a purchase? If you answered YES! to any of those questions then you are like most other people. At one time or another we all have had problems getting what we are entitled to after a purchase. Sometimes it feels hopeless but the good news is that once you understand the dynamics of the situation you can take easy steps to resolve the problem! We show you how to...

Finding love in these times can be difficult in the LGBTQ world. But despite socital challenges and bias, it is still possible. Watch our characters work their way through various challenges and hurdles to find lasting love and a wonderful relationship.

How to Be You: Crafting a Lifestyle That Reflects Your Soul Discover the freedom and fulfillment that come when you finally live life as your true self. Do you ever feel like you’re living someone else’s version of your life—following rules, roles, and routines that don’t feel like you? How to Be You is your guide to breaking free from expectations and rediscovering what makes your spirit come alive. In this empowering and heart-centered book, you’ll learn how to: ✨ Reconnect with your authentic values and desires ✨ Let go of self-doubt, guilt, and comparison ✨ Design habits...

Lowering your blood glucose is the key in living with diabetes. Keeping your blood glucose as close to the normal range as possible helps you to avoid some of the serious complications of the disease. "How to Reduce Blood Glucose" will show you not only how to lower your glucose levels but why certain life changes can make so much of a difference. Managing diabetes requires much more than just watching carbohydrates. The roles of diet, exercise, taking medications and make lifestyle changes all work together to give you control over your diabetes. Learn how to take control without making ...

*How to Become the Best Version of You: Breaking Free from External Expectations* Becoming your best self isn’t about doing more — it’s about living true to who you are. Many people spend years chasing approval, meeting expectations, and following paths chosen by others. Over time, this can lead to burnout, self-doubt, and a quiet sense of disconnection. The pressure to fit in can keep you from becoming who you were meant to be. How to Become the Best Version of You is a practical and reflective guide designed to help you step away from external pressures and reconnect with your own ...

*Emotional Balance: What It Really Means & Why You Really Need It* Emotional balance isn’t about staying calm all the time — it’s about responding to life with clarity, stability, and self-trust. Many people believe emotional balance means suppressing feelings or avoiding stress. In reality, it’s the ability to experience emotions without being controlled by them. Without this balance, even small challenges can feel overwhelming, relationships become strained, and decision-making grows harder. Emotional Balance breaks down what emotional balance truly is, why it matters, and how to ...

*Mastering Housebreaking Puppies: The Ultimate Blueprint for Puppy Potty Training* Housebreaking a puppy doesn’t have to be frustrating — it just needs the right plan. Accidents, confusion, and inconsistent progress are common during puppy potty training. Without clear guidance, both puppies and owners can feel stressed and overwhelmed. But with structure, consistency, and patience, housebreaking can become one of the easiest milestones in your puppy’s early life. Mastering Housebreaking Puppies is a step-by-step guide designed to help new and experienced dog owners successfully potty...

*Boys on Board: Techniques for a Smooth Potty Transition* Potty training boys doesn’t have to be stressful — confusing — or overwhelming. Every child learns at their own pace, and for many parents, potty training a boy can come with unique challenges. Resistance, accidents, and frustration are common — but with the right approach, this milestone can become a positive and confidence-building experience. Boys on Board is a practical, supportive guide designed to help parents navigate potty training with patience, clarity, and success. Using simple, proven techniques, this book shows ...

Commuters see their Departed on Boston's Red Line subway trains. Consultant Harry West is hired to investigate by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. His project turns personal when his ex-wife Alexandra Ben-Tov meets their beloved daughter on the Red Line who looks like the teenager she might have become if she had lived. Are the visitors on the Red Line ghosts or hallucinations? Either way, after Harry's team discovers the source of the visitations, the MBTA declares that it will bring them to an end. Alexandra has a brilliant idea: Build Visitation Rooms that replicate the features of Red Line train cars so that people can continue to meet their loved ones. But not everyone approves. The Archbishop of Boston seeks to get Visitation Rooms banned in Massachusetts. And a gangster who frets that his victims will come back from the dead warns Harry and Alexandra: Cancel Opening Day for the first Visitation Room, or else.

Peter Georgescu arrived in this country as a penniless Romanian refugee and rose to become the CEO of Young & Rubicam. Which is why he's so heartsick that in America today, with flat wages, disappearing jobs, and a shrinking middle class, his kind of rags-to-riches story doesn't seem possible now. But he has a message for his fellow CEOs: we're the ones who must take the lead in fixing the economy.

Struggle with the lawyer and the beagle through the Forest of Confusion and the Swamp of Depression. Arrive at the Village of Compromise. Climb the Purple Mountains with them and then cross the Fruited Plains, only to be stopped by the Sea of False Hope. Do you know the way to Destinae? The story's abundant interpretations are sure to make it a favorite among educators, motivators and ministers.