Human Resilience

In this book you will find 35 proven life lessons, based on actual experiences, which the author shares through personal stories. Don’t expect them to be theoretical lessons like most of us have heard in the past. You will also learn why many of the traditional approaches to common problem-solving are not what works best in practice. This book will get you “thinking differently” about your personal challenges and hopefully give you just what you need to take control and start living a more resilient life.

Thrive or die: That's the rule of evolution. Despite this brutal logic, some species have learned to survive in even the most hostile conditions. Others couldn't - and perished. While incremental genetic adaptations hone the physiology of nearly every creature on this planet, there's another evolutionary force that is just as important: the power of choice. In this explosive investigation into the limits of endurance, journalist Scott Carney discovers how humans can wedge control over automatic physiological responses into the breaking point between stress and biology.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and encryption—it’s about people. Human error accounts for 95% of cybersecurity breaches, yet most security solutions neglect the very people they aim to protect. Enter The Human Firewall, a groundbreaking book that merges the worlds of User Experience (UX) Design and Cybersecurity to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the digital age: creating systems that are not only secure but also user-friendly. Written for designers, developers, security professionals, and business leaders, The Human Firewall ...

"From Agony to Resilience: Ukraine's Struggle for Peace" by Robert Dobbs is a profound and moving account of Ukraine's recent journey from the depths of conflict to the heights of human courage and resilience. This non-fiction masterpiece offers readers an intimate look into the heart-wrenching experiences of a nation caught in the throes of war while also highlighting the unbreakable spirit of its people. Robert Dobbs meticulously documents the events that have shaken Ukraine, illuminating the suffering of its people. Through personal anecdotes and detailed analysis, Dobbs brings to life ...

On July 23, 2007, Dr. William Petit suffered an unimaginable horror: Armed strangers broke into his suburban Connecticut home in the middle of the night, bludgeoned him nearly to death, tortured and killed his wife and two daughters, and set their house on fire. He miraculously survived, and yet living through those horrific hours was only the beginning of his ordeal. Broken and defeated, Bill was forced to confront a question of ultimate consequence: How does a person find the strength to start over and live again after confronting the darkest of nightmares?

This poetry handbook, "When they Stole Away Our Virginity - Poetry of Life" is a collection of poems from the heart on life issues. A must-read for all poetry-lovers. - When They Stole Away Our Virginity (Poetry of Life) invites readers on a poignant journey through the myriad complexities of the human experience. This evocative collection of poems grapples with the themes of innocence lost, love's betrayals, people, love, politics, governance, God, Christian living, culture, traditional beliefs, marriage, virtuous living, education and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of ...

Resilient Black Girl is a must-listen in young-adult nonfiction books for Black girls. As a social justice book for teens and a book about racism, it provides Black teen girls a better understanding of the effects of racism and equips them with skills for navigating spaces in their daily lives.

THE NEWCOMERS tells the story of a global invasion and is Pamela Jekel's first novel of the future. When alien crafts are parked over every capital city on earth, Chase Cummings is sent by his family from Atlanta, Georgia to live with an African family as part of the Children Transfer Program initiated worldwide to save gifted children from the work camps of the Advisors. THE NEWCOMERS tells a story of human resilience and of two families on opposite sides of the world, struggling to survive and ultimately finding salvation in the wild places of the planet.

Immerse yourself in the riveting world of the new eBook, "Beyond the Stars". This compelling exploration fascinates, submerges you deep into the extraordinary realm of extraterrestrial existence and drives home the power of human resilience and courage. This is an essential read for anyone yearning for a thrilling dive into the uncharted territories of space and our ability to withstand and adapt during times of adversity. In "Beyond the Stars", the journey starts by painting a vivid hypothetical scenario of an alien invasion and leaves no stone unturned by exploring the ways in which ...

A proud Gunai/Kurnai woman, Veronica Gorrie grew up dauntless, full of cheek and a fierce sense of justice. After watching her friends and family suffer under a deeply compromised law-enforcement system, Gorrie signed up for training to become one of a rare few Aboriginal police officers in Australia. In her 10 years in the force, she witnessed appalling institutional racism and sexism and fought past those things to provide courageous and compassionate service to civilians in need, many Aboriginal themselves.

Ann was agitated and troubled as she summoned the courage to recount what had happened. The intensity of her remarks was gripping the whole team; all eyes were on her. She took the extraordinary step of sharing her emotions with her team; she felt alone, helpless, unimportant, and rejected. In reflecting on our individual professional experiences, we each remember occasions when we were Ann; desperate for connection. At times we reacted by retreating to our offices and at other times by becoming angry, shouting, or being overly defensive. Has this ever happened to you?

“The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong at the broken places." ― Ernest Hemingway, A Farewell to Arms Discover the resilience of the human spirit in 'Broken Objects' by Paul Michael Peters, a captivating historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of Civil War-era America. Follow the journey of Linnea Karlsson, a young immigrant from Sweden thrust into the harsh realities of 19th-century Detroit. From her humble beginnings on a farm to grueling work in a textile mill, Linnea faces unimaginable hardships, yet emerges as a symbol of strength and determination. Paul ...

Dive into an empowering journey of preparedness, resilience, and survival with this compelling new eBook, "Resilient Families." Drawn from a broad spectrum of resources, this captivating book offers not only an intriguing read but also a wealth of knowledge on the significant role of families in disaster preparedness. The book opens with an enlightening discourse about Disaster Risk Reduction, continuing to a robust exploration of Resilience Framework, providing a critical foundation to your understanding. Progressively dive deeper into the types of natural and human-made disasters and ...

Inside Syria and Iraq, and even along the refugee trail, they’re a religious minority persecuted for their Christian faith. Outside the Middle East, they’re suspect because of their nationality. A small remnant of Christians is on the run from the Islamic State. If they are wiped out, or scattered to the corners of the earth, the language that Jesus spoke may be lost forever - along with the witness of a church that has modeled Jesus’ way of nonviolence and enemy-love for two millennia.

In a not-too-distant future where the marvels of aviation and space exploration converge, the bustling metropolis and its adjacent spaceport serve as the backdrop for a gripping tale of technology, human resilience, and the ever-present dance with danger. "Celestial Hazard" weaves together the lives of Captain Elena Vasquez, a seasoned airline pilot with an impeccable record, and Dr. Leo Zheng, a visionary space mission director at the forefront of satellite technology. The narrative begins on an evening that promises routine achievements in both air and space travel. Captain Vasquez ...