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  Ladders to Peace - Keys To...

  Chris Martin

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  "Are you concerned about the direction your youth’s life is taking? Have you ever thought, I can’t keep doing this; something must change? Or have you had a tragic event involving your youth rock your world leaving you struggling to regain peace? Do you wonder about what comes next? Take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. This book is filled with road signs of what works and what doesn’t work in walking alongside a youth in crisis. It takes us on a journey with a youth and his loved ones as they seek to find peace amidst a life of turmoil. It traces the authors efforts to support a 'son' as he journeyed through his conflicts of mental issues, drugs, alcohol, homelessness, struggles with abandonment and social anxiety leading to suicidal thoughts. Pain, mental anguish, suicide, faith, and conflict are all explored along this journey. The book uses the overlapping journeys as insights into some of the shortfalls, behavior triggers and warning signs that you the reader might see in yourself or your loved one as you walk with your troubled youth or worst, try to maintain a sense of normalcy after they’ve made a tragic choice. Lessons learned are shared and insights given as to how to navigate some of these obstacles and find peace. The author’s hope is that you learn from the experiences in this book as you echo your own journey."

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  Coming of Age in Samoa - A...

  Margaret Mead

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  "Coming of Age in Samoa: A Psychological Study of Primitive Youth for Western Civilization" by Margaret Mead is a pioneering work in cultural anthropology that examines the adolescence and cultural practices of Samoan youth. Originally published in 1928, Mead's study challenges Western assumptions about the universality of adolescent experiences and sheds light on the influence of cultural factors on human behavior.
   In this groundbreaking work, Mead explores Samoan society's impact on the emotional and psychological development of its youth, focusing on the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Mead's findings suggest that cultural factors, such as societal norms and expectations, significantly shape individuals' behaviors and attitudes during this crucial life stage.
   The book sparked significant debate and discussion, as Mead's conclusions contradicted prevailing notions of the time regarding the fixed and biologically determined nature of human development. Her work influenced the field of anthropology and contributed to a broader understanding of cultural relativism.
   "Coming of Age in Samoa" remains a seminal work that invites readers to reconsider their perspectives on cultural diversity and the ways in which societal expectations shape human experiences, particularly during the formative years of adolescence.

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  Unsafe: Damian longs for home...

  Cathy Glass

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  Damian longs for home, but one man stands in his way … 
  Damian is just seven when he is taken in by foster carer Cathy Glass. His mother, Rachel, loves her three young children dearly, but she is vulnerable, naive and unable to cope on her own. 
  Cathy sets about helping Damian overcome his eating issues, with the hope that he will eventually return home. But when Rachel’s new boyfriend, Troy, arrives on the scene, Cathy becomes deeply concerned. She soon realises that Damian and his siblings are in great danger … 
  Cathy Glass's latest memoir, UNSAFE, is a Sunday Times bestseller that delves into the world of fostering, adoption, and the complexities of family relationships. The autobiography, filled with personal studies and social commentary, is a testament to her status as a top non-fiction author. 
  For fans of Maggie Hartley (Battered, Broken, Healed), Linda Watson-Brown (Don't Say A Word), Kat Ward (KERI 2), Veronica Clark (Snatched), and Torey L. Hayden (The Invisible Girl). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Changeable Brain - What Cases of...

  Ph.D. Lorin J. Elias

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  Brain injuries can result in highly specific and surprising changes in behavior that have revealed to us how the mind works.The brain is the most complicated object in the known universe. After spending millennia trying to understand our ever-changing world, the brain is now turning its capacities for reasoning, remembering, and understanding inward, as it tries to understand itself.The biggest breakthroughs in neuroscience have come mostly by accident. These accidents didn't happen in research labs. They happened on railway job sites, in showers, on bicycles, in cars or were the result of infections from uncommon diseases.When an individual suffers brain damage as the result of an accident or illness, the negative effects can be profound—life altering and lifelong—yet the insights offered by the effects of these injuries have been revolutionary for neuroscientists. Through an examination of landmark cases of traumatic brain injury, Dr. Lorin J. Elias explains how each case has expanded our understanding of the mind.

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  Empower Your Finances: Break...

  Ronan Treadwell

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  Empower Your Finances: Break Free and Transform Your Life  
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  Are you eager to advance in your career and enhance your understanding of financial management to successfully take charge of your finances in 2024-2025?   
  Searching for a thorough guide that offers everything you need to unlock your potential, gain control, and master your finances?   
  Your quest ends here!   
  This guide is your ultimate resource for expanding your knowledge, honing your skills, and engaging in practical exercises. With it, you're set for success.   
  Updated for the Financial Mastery 2024-2025 Program.  
  Key features of this comprehensive guide: 
  - In-depth insights about achieving financial mastery in 2024-2025   
  - Detailed explanations of strategies to unlock your financial potential   
  - Effective tactics for preparing for your financial journey and overcoming challenges   
  Our guide stands out with its extensive coverage, essential for your financial victory. Concepts are not merely brushed over; they are explored in detail.   
  Designed in a clear format with accessible language, our Empower Your Finances guide ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say farewell to confusing jargon and embrace straightforward, accurate, and engaging content.   
  So why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to financial mastery in 2024-2025!   
  Take the first step towards transforming your life by mastering your finances today!

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  Demarco's Scotland

  Roddy Martine, Richard Demarco

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  Scotland's greatest gift to the world has been itself, its culture, its creativity, the extraordinary ability of its people to integrate and celebrate what truly matters in global terms, friendship and decency. Add in our greatest export, Scotch whisky; our iconic clan and family tartans; our golf courses and musical traditions, and you have an identity that is instantly recognisable and internationally respected and loved. Wear a kilt in Manhattan or Paris and you make friends for life.
  Art, culture and history circulate the lives of Richard Demarco and Roddy Martine. This compelling sequel to Demarco's Edinburgh battles for the soul of Scotland, tracing its roots from ancient pilgrimage routes to modern-day artistic endeavours.
  Richard Demarco's personal odyssey, from his encounter with Terry Newman and Southampton College of Art to his profound connections with the Polish art world, forms the cornerstone of this narrative. As he reflects on the essence of the Edinburgh Festival, he unveils a vision where Scotland's cultural legacy transcends geographical boundaries, embracing the world.
  Martine's meticulously crafted essays encapsulate Scotland's artistic landscape. through insightful reflections on Demarco's journey, you are invited to ponder profound questions about identity, heritage and the transformative power of art.
  A testament to the enduring spirit of creativity and the timeless quest  for meaning that defines Scotland's cultural heritage, this book serves as a poignant reminder of the country's evolution into a global beacon of culture and enlightenment.

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