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  Coaching Sessions Letting Go &...

  Think ThinkAndBloom

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  Sometimes it is difficult to let go in life. Letting go and self-love go hand in hand. When we love ourselves enough, we open to let go. We allow new possibilities to come into our life. We are open to receiving love and guidance. We let ourselves guide by the universe for the next step. 
  In the course, we will be your personal coach. We will guide you in letting go of whatever is holding you back. We will receive guidance from your higher self. In doing this, we allow ourselves to move forward in life. We love ourselves deeply from within. When you love yourself, you cannot help but reflect the love to you. 
  In this course, you will Have a personal coaching sessionLetting goRelease things that are holding you backDeeply in love with yourselfReceive guidance from a higher powerMoving forward in lifeLet love and infinite possibilities come into your lifeAnd much more 
  When you let go, you give room for the new love, new life to come in!

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  Empire of Liberty - A History of...

  Harry Montgomery

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  In 1789, the United States stood at a turning point. After years of conflict during the American Revolution and an uncertain postwar period under the Articles of Confederation, the country was in need of stronger national leadership. The new Constitution, ratified in 1788, was designed to create a more effective federal system while still preserving the ideals of liberty and republicanism. This document was a compromise between those who wanted a powerful central government and those who feared tyranny. It created three branches of government—executive, legislative, and judicial—each with checks and balances to prevent abuse of power. The Bill of Rights, added shortly after ratification, helped ease concerns by protecting individual freedoms such as speech, religion, and the right to a fair trial. 
  With the Constitution in place, attention turned to the task of putting it into practice. George Washington was unanimously elected as the first president, taking office in April 1789. His presence offered reassurance to many citizens who trusted his leadership and commitment to republican values. Washington worked to establish the authority of the executive branch without appearing monarchical. He formed the first presidential cabinet, appointing Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, Alexander Hamilton as Secretary of the Treasury, and Henry Knox as Secretary of War. This team would help shape the future direction of the republic. 
  The first Congress, meanwhile, worked to set up the basic structures of the new government. They created the federal court system through the Judiciary Act of 1789 and established executive departments. They also passed revenue legislation to fund the government’s activities. One of the early and pressing tasks was addressing the national debt from the Revolution. Alexander Hamilton proposed a financial plan that included federal assumption of state debts, the creation of a national bank, and new taxes.

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  The Financial Crisis of 2008 -...

  Nova Ashford

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  The financial crisis of 2008 did not erupt overnight. It was the result of years of risky practices, unchecked speculation, and systemic flaws in the global financial system. The road to this crisis began with an unsustainable boom in the housing market that created a false sense of economic prosperity and security. For many Americans, owning a home became not just a dream but an expectation—one fueled by easy credit, low interest rates, and the rise of complex financial products that few truly understood. 
  In the years leading up to the crisis, financial institutions began issuing mortgages to borrowers with poor credit histories, known as subprime borrowers. These loans carried higher interest rates and were often approved without proper verification of income or assets. As more people were granted these loans, demand for housing skyrocketed, driving up home prices and encouraging even more lending. Lenders, seeking higher profits, bundled these risky mortgages into securities and sold them to investors around the world. 
  Wall Street played a major role in escalating the crisis. Investment banks repackaged these mortgages into financial instruments such as mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs). These were sold with high credit ratings, despite being backed by increasingly shaky loans. The belief that housing prices would continue to rise allowed many to ignore the growing risks. Financial institutions, government regulators, and even investors failed to recognize—or chose to overlook—the signs of impending collapse.

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  Ludwig Wittgenstein - Language...

  Hector Davidson

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  Ludwig Wittgenstein, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century, profoundly shaped modern thought, particularly in the realms of language, logic, and the philosophy of mind. His philosophy spans two distinct periods, marked by an evolution in his views on the relationship between language, meaning, and reality. Wittgenstein’s work challenges the way we think about and use language, positing that philosophical problems often arise from misunderstandings of language and its limitations. 
  Wittgenstein’s early philosophy, as presented in his landmark work Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus, was grounded in the belief that language could mirror the structure of reality. According to his "picture theory of meaning," words and sentences are pictures that represent facts in the world. He argued that the limits of language are also the limits of the world, and anything that could not be meaningfully expressed through language was simply beyond the scope of philosophy. This view led him to conclude that many traditional philosophical problems were nonsensical, arising from a misuse of language. 
  However, Wittgenstein underwent a significant philosophical transformation after his work on the Tractatus, largely due to his dissatisfaction with the results of his early approach. By the time of his later work, particularly in Philosophical Investigations, Wittgenstein had rejected the picture theory of meaning and developed the concept of "language games." He argued that meaning is not inherent in words themselves but is derived from their use in various social contexts. Language, for Wittgenstein, is a tool embedded in human practices and activities. He claimed that understanding language requires understanding the ways it functions in specific contexts, challenging the idea of a fixed, underlying structure of meaning.

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  Someone to Love

  Robert Lewis

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  Dennis Childres enjoys his freedom. He has his own house, works his own hours, and stars in taboo gay sex scenes for the company he and his best friend own. From the outside, Dennis has it all. But deep down, he isn’t happy. Even tailored to his personal taste, the porn star's life is missing something ... or maybe someone. He wants a person to love and he's willing to search anywhere to find them. 
  What Dennis doesn't know is that lurking in a strange corner of the internet, there is someone who loves him. Someone who would do anything for him. Even kill. 
  Certain the adult film actor is the only one who can purge the evil from his soul, this stalker is poised to take his strange obsession from behind the computer and straight into Dennis' perfect world. Will the hopeless romantic discover the truth about his super fan in time or will his lustful quest to find the ideal man become a fight for his life? 
  Reader Advisory: Someone to Love is a thrilling, action-packed adventure which contains graphic depictions of sex, abuse, drug use, and simulated incest.

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  The Biography of Gavin Newsom

  Jordan Blake

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  Gain an in-depth understanding of one of California's most influential leaders with The Biography of Gavin Newsom by Jordan Blake. This engaging audiobook provides a thorough exploration of Gavin Newsom’s life, tracing his journey from his beginnings in San Francisco to his role as the Governor of California. 
  Through detailed narration, you will discover the milestones and challenges that have defined Newsom’s career. From his early entrepreneurial ventures and his transformative tenure as Mayor of San Francisco to his groundbreaking policies and leadership as Governor, this biography paints a comprehensive picture of his impact on California's political and social landscape. 
  The audiobook delves into Newsom’s innovative approaches to pressing issues such as affordable housing, climate change, and public health, offering listeners a nuanced view of his vision and governance. Jordan Blake’s meticulous research and compelling storytelling provide an insightful look at how Newsom’s experiences and decisions have shaped the trajectory of California. 
  Whether you are interested in modern political figures, California history, or the complexities of state governance, The Biography of Gavin Newsom offers a thought-provoking and informative perspective on one of America’s key political players. This audiobook is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the dynamics of contemporary leadership and the challenges of governing one of the most populous states in the nation.

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