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  Summary & Analysis - Calypso -...

  Golden Books Publishing

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  SUMMARY & ANALYSIS 
    
  CALYPSO 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY DAVID SEDARIS 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING 
    
  CONTENT 
  Company Man 
  Now We Are Five 
  Little Guy 
  Stepping Out 
  A House Divided 
  The Perfect Fit 
  Leviathan 
  Your English Is So Good 
  Calypso 
  General Analysis 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  Calypso by David Sedaris is a collection of humorous yet poignant essays that explore the complexities of family, aging, and personal identity. Through sharp wit and candid reflections, Sedaris delves into his life with his quirky family, particularly focusing on his relationships with his siblings and partner. The book touches on themes of grief, health, and the passage of time, often blending dark humor with touching insights. Set against the backdrop of Sedaris' travels and family gatherings, Calypso offers a compelling exploration of life's absurdities and the love that binds us to one another.

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  Interpersonal Therapy - Healing...

  Vivian Westlake

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  Human beings are inherently social creatures. From the moment we are born, our connections with others shape who we are, how we feel, and how we navigate the world. Relationships are not merely a luxury or a source of comfort—they are fundamental to our mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. The bonds we form, whether with family, friends, romantic partners, or our broader community, are critical to our sense of self and our ability to thrive. 
  Interpersonal therapy (IPT) recognizes the central role that relationships play in our lives. Unlike other therapeutic approaches that may focus primarily on individual cognition or behavior, IPT places relationships at the heart of healing. It understands that many psychological struggles do not arise in isolation but rather stem from disruptions or difficulties in our interactions with others. Whether it is a conflict with a loved one, the pain of losing someone dear, or the struggle to adapt to a major life transition, these challenges can deeply impact our emotional health. 
  The foundation of IPT lies in the belief that by addressing these relational difficulties, we can foster profound healing and personal growth. This approach is not about blaming others for our problems but about understanding how our interactions influence our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It is about recognizing patterns, improving communication, and building healthier connections. By focusing on the here and now of our relationships, IPT provides a practical and focused framework for change.

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  Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma...

  PhD Arielle Schwartz, Lac...

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  Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery bridges the path of healing between the psyche and the body by walking you through the sacred practice of yoga so you can release the burdens of trauma from your body and mind. 
   
   
   
  Grounded within the principles of polyvagal theory, affective neuroscience, and trauma-informed care, this book will help you gain a better understanding of how our brains and bodies respond to stress and trauma and offer a self-led healing journey toward feeling more empowered, grounded, clearheaded, inspired, and at ease. 
   
   
   
  With her innately compassionate and gentle guidance, Dr. Arielle Schwartz introduces you to the power of the yogic philosophy and offers a variety of accessible yoga poses and breathing practices that will allow you to: nourish your nervous system; reconnect with your body; ground yourself in the present moment; release unresolved patterns of fight, flight, freeze, or faint; widen your ability to tolerate emotional discomfort; develop a felt sense of resilience; anchor yourself in self-love; reclaim connection with and trust in your body; and create a personalized yoga practice for your own self-care.

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  Genetics in the Madhouse - The...

  Theodore M. Porter

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  “Porter has unearthed a radically new history of human genetics, one that evokes not the double helix but the humble filing cabinet.” —Emily M. Kern, ScienceIn the early 1800s, a century before there was any concept of the gene, physicians in insane asylums began to record causes of madness in their admission books. Almost from the beginning, they pointed to heredity as the most important of these causes. As doctors and state officials steadily lost faith in the capacity of asylum care to stem the terrible increase of insanity, they began emphasizing the need to curb the reproduction of the insane. They became obsessed with identifying weak or tainted families and anticipating the outcomes of their marriages. Genetics in the Madhouse is the untold story of how the collection and sorting of hereditary data in mental hospitals, schools for “feebleminded” children, and prisons gave rise to a new science of human heredity.In this compelling book, Theodore Porter draws on untapped archival evidence from across Europe and North America to bring to light the hidden history behind modern genetics. He looks at the institutional use of pedigree charts, censuses of mental illness, medical-social surveys, and other data techniques—innovative quantitative practices that were worked out in the madhouse long before the manipulation of DNA became possible in the lab. Porter argues that asylum doctors developed many of the ideologies and methods of what would come to be known as eugenics, and deepens our appreciation of the moral issues at stake in data work conducted on the border of subjectivity and science.

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  French Short Stories

  Fabien Arnaud

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  Ready To Learn The French Language quickly and in a practical way with exciting short novels?It is no secret that language proficiency grows through practice. The more you practice a foreign language, the more comfortable you will become with it. For beginner French speakers, it is essential not only to expand your vocabulary but also to build confidence in your ability to speak, read, and master the language.The 21 captivating French stories in this book (I have included one bonus story at the end) have been carefully crafted for new French speakers to help with learning new words and phrases, while also strengthening your confidence by reinforcing what you already know. Did you realize that you are already prepared to read short stories in French?So, how should you use this book? It is best to start at the beginning, as the stories in this book will get progressively more sophisticated. Each story comes with a series of questions in French to gauge your comprehension of the story, as well as a glossary of some new words or terms that were introduced in that story. If you have trouble understanding any of the questions in French, refer back to the glossary for help. Words and phrases in the questions that could be confusing are defined in the glossary as well.Each story is also followed by a short synopsis in English for readers who want to make sure they have understood the story’s meaning. We recommend that you read each story—using the glossary definitions if necessary—and then answer the questions. You should refer to the English summaries of the stories only after you have answered the questions. The summaries are a great way to check your answers and determine how well you have understood the material, but it is important to try challenging yourself to understand French.Get your copy now

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  Healthy Feelings Thriving Faith...

  Kristi Gaultiere, Bill Gaultiere

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  If you've ever taken a personality test, you may have found yourself in enthusiastic agreement about the positive aspects of your personality, while the less desirable traits listed may have made you a bit defensive. Maybe you read up on a different personality type and wished you had more of those qualities. But the truth is, every type can get stuck in unhealthy emotional and spiritual patterns. And no matter what your personality, you have the potential to grow into the healthiest and most loving version of yourself. 
   
   
   
  In Healthy Feelings, Thriving Faith, Drs. Bill and Kristi Gaultiere use the Enneagram to lead you through a journey of discovery, showing you how God can transform unhealthy patterns of anger, shame, anxiety, and sadness into freedom, joy, peace, and love. Through eye-opening insights, engaging stories, and simple soul care practices and spiritual disciplines, this book offers an avenue to renewed hope and personal growth you may not have thought possible. 
   
   
   
  If you want to go from knowing your personality type to growing in wholeness, empathy, and faith, let the Gaultieres be your guide.

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