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  Accordion Eulogies - A Memoir of...

  Noé Álvarez

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  Searching, propulsive, and deeply spiritual, Accordion Eulogies is an odyssey to repair a severed family lineage, told through the surprising history of a musical instrument 
   
   
   
  Growing up in Yakima, Washington, Noé Álvarez never knew his grandfather. Stories swirled around this mythologized, larger-than-life figure: That he had abandoned his family, and had possibly done something awful that put a curse on his descendants. About his grandfather, young Noé was sure of only one thing: That he had played the accordion. Now an adult, reckoning with the legacy of silence surrounding his family's migration from Mexico, Álvarez resolves both to take up the instrument and to journey into Mexico to discover the grandfather he never knew. 
   
   
   
  Álvarez travels across the US with his accordion, meeting makers and players in cities that range from San Antonio to Boston. He uncovers the story of an instrument that's been central to classic American genres, but also played a critical role in indigenous Mexican history. Like the accordion itself, Álvarez feels trapped between his roots in Mexico and the US. As he tries to make sense of his place in the world—as a father, a son, a musician—he gets closer to uncovering the mystery of his origins.

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  The Unbiased Self - The...

  Erin Devers

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  A Christian Perspective on Overcoming Cognitive Bias
  So much human behavior can be explained by two motives: we want to be right, and we want to feel good about ourselves. But the tension between these two motives makes us especially vulnerable to bias—and bias distorts our view of the world and of ourselves and can keep us from doing even what we know is right.
  In The Unbiased Self, social psychologist Erin Devers lays out what psychology has discovered about bias and selfishness. To truly overcome cognitive bias, we need a vision of what an unbiased self could look like, stemming from a solid sense of identity—an identity available in Christian faith. Devers explains how a Christian concept of the self can provide the combination of humility with self-confidence that enables unbiased thinking. Using current research and illuminating stories, this book
  
  - describes how "fast" and "slow" thinking work together in everyday life;
  - diagnoses when we're most vulnerable to distorted thinking;
  - considers how regarding every person as a child of God counteracts implicit bias;
  - reveals psychological insights into spiritual formation; and
  - recommends practices for slowing our thinking to seek God's wisdom about our ourselves and others.
  The social sciences offer rich resources for understanding how to reduce stereotyping and prejudice. By thoughtfully integrating them with biblical perspectives on human worth and sin, we gain hopeful, practical guidance on how to perceive the world more accurately and love others more generously.

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  How to Have Willpower - An...

  Plutarch, Prudentius

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  How to Have Willpower brings together two profound ancient meditations on how to overcome pressures that encourage us to act against our own best interests—Plutarch's essay On Dysopia or How to Resist Pressure and Prudentius's poetic allegory Psychomachia or How to Slay Your Demons. Challenging the idea that humans are helpless victims of vice, these works—introduced and presented in vivid, accessible new prose translations by Michael Fontaine—emphasize the power of personal choice and the possibility of personal growth, as they offer insights and practical advice about resisting temptation. 
   
   
   
  In the spirit of the best ancient self-help writing, Plutarch, a pagan Greek philosopher and historian, offers a set of practical recommendations and steps we can take to resist pressure and to stop saying "yes" against our better judgment. And in a delightfully different work, Prudentius, a Latin Christian poet, dramatizes the necessity to actively fight temptation through the story of an epic battle within the human soul between fierce warrior women representing our virtues and vices. 
   
   
   
  Plutarch and Prudentius insist that we allow pressure or temptations to get the best of us. But they also agree that we can do something about it. And their wisdom can help.

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  HUMAN RELATIONS - Building...

  Kyla Santiago

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  In this book, author explores the importance of human relations in our digital age, where social media and other forms of technology have created new ways of communication, but also contributed to a sense of disconnection and isolation. The author shares insights and practical strategies to help readers build meaningful connections in both personal and professional settings. 
  Some of the key topics covered in the book include:The power of empathy and active listening in building relationshipsOvercoming social anxiety and shyness to connect with othersEffective communication techniques for resolving conflicts and misunderstandingsThe role of trust and vulnerability in creating deep, lasting connectionsThe impact of culture and diversity on human relationsStrategies for building and maintaining strong teams and collaborations 
  And Much More!... 
  "The Art of Human Relations" is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and build more meaningful relationships in their personal and professional lives. 
    
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  Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: A...

  Andy Gardner

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  Your tell-all guide to help you on your journey to recovery from narcissistic abuse. 
  Have you ever felt like a prisoner in your own relationship, where your every move was scrutinized, and your worth was systematically diminished? 
  Are you tired of living in the shadow of someone else’s ego, constantly sacrificing your own needs and desires to appease their insatiable hunger for control? 
  Have you ever wondered why you keep attracting toxic partners who drain your energy and leave you feeling emotionally battered and broken? 
  Narcissism is more than just self-centeredness – it’s a tangled web of manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional exploitation. This audiobook takes a deep look into the psychology of narcissism, helping you understand why narcissists behave the way they do and how their toxic traits are almost vampiric. 
  Here’s an idea of what you can find inside:Know the Signs - Discover the telltale signs of narcissistic abuse and get clarity on the dynamics of the toxic relationship.Nurture Yourself - Learn essential self-care practices that will nurture your mind, body, and spirit on the path to recovery.Learn Narcissistic Tactics - Understand the psychological tactics employed by narcissists and how they manipulate their victims.Regain Your Power - Master practical strategies to rebuild your self-esteem and reclaim your identity.Release Trauma - Explore powerful healing techniques to release the pain, anger, and trauma caused by narcissistic abuse.Rebuild Trust - Uncover the keys to regaining your trust in yourself and others and developing fulfilling relationships based on mutual respect. 
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  Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa:...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa, German crusader: Life and works in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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