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  Modern Germany: The History and...

  Editors Charles River

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  The history of Germany and the German-speaking peoples is as complex and multifaceted as any in Europe. It is also one of the most difficult to pinpoint conceptually and historically, since every nation is a construct to some extent. Language is certainly important, and the German language is a unifying factor for any notion of a unified Germany, yet even today, many German-speakers live outside the borders of modern Germany. Shared customs and traditions gave Germans a common sense of identity to some extent, but these were often local in origin. Germans were also split between several versions of Christianity.  
  	Nevertheless, ideas of a German nation were present by the 19th century, leading up to the official unification in 1871. Neil MacGregor, a historian of modern Germany, has explained that the two defining events leading to the rise of German nationalism and the movement toward unification were the Thirty Years' War and the Napoleonic Wars. During the Thirty Years' War, more than 200 German states were part of the Holy Roman Empire's loose confederation, and that war was predominantly fought in German states by foreign powers, including France, Sweden, Denmark, Austria, and the Netherlands. MacGregor noted that “horrors were experienced across all Germany, and were never forgotten,” to the extent that they were invoked during World War II. The religious basis of the Thirty Years’ War saw the split between Catholicism and Protestantism, which was at the heart of the Reformation. Some foreign leaders even invoked defending "German freedoms" for their invasion. 
  	From the German point of view, the Thirty Years' War was proof of their vulnerability to foreign aggression. Atrocities such as the "sacking" of Magdeburg in 1631, where more than 30,000 people were killed, were embedded in the German consciousness. All told, 8 million people died during the Thirty Years’ War.

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  Break Free from Toxic Thoughts:...

  Quentin Rowat

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  Break Free from Toxic Thoughts: Reclaim Your Peace Today 
  Are you ready to transform your mindset and embrace a fulfilling life?  
  Looking for a comprehensive guide that equips you with the tools to defeat negative thinking and reclaim your peace? 
  Your search stops here! 
  This audiobook is your ultimate resource for deepening your understanding, applying practical strategies, and engaging in transformative exercises. With this guide, you're on the path to a more positive and fulfilling life. 
  Updated to reflect current insights and strategies. 
  Key Features of this Empowering Audiobook: 
  - Insightful discussions about overcoming toxic thoughts and achieving mental clarity 
  - Clear explanations on the techniques to reshape your mindset  
  - Effective strategies for personal growth and emotional resilience 
  This audiobook stands out with its thorough exploration of concepts, essential for achieving mental peace and fulfillment. Each topic is examined with depth and care. 
  Please be aware that this resource is independent and not affiliated with any official organization regarding mental wellness. 
  Crafted with a straightforward structure and approachable language, this guide ensures seamless navigation through various topics. Say goodbye to confusing terms and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate insights. 
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  The Wounded Healer - The Pain...

  MD Omar Reda, Edward Smink,...

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  Finding meaning in trauma work, as a traumatized healer yourself. 
   
   
   
  The act of caregiving is physically exhausting and emotionally draining, yet caregivers describe it as rewarding and gratifying. Prolonged exposure to human suffering, however, is not without risks—caregivers report high rates of burnout and poor quality of life. 
   
   
   
  Many care providers believe that their feelings do not matter; that they should ignore their pain, brush off their trauma, wipe away their tears, and just "suck it up." Here, Omar Reda—a Libyan-born American psychiatrist who as an emergency physician and trauma counselor provided care for medical staff caring for victims of trauma—calls upon other healers to break free from cycles of secrecy, toxic stress, and silent suffering so they can continue to empower and inspire those in their care. 
   
   
   
  Filled with poignant first-person stories and clinical case studies, this book is an impassioned plea for psychosocial trauma care that prioritizes the health of both client and healer.

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  Elizabethan Eras The: The Lives...

  Editors Charles River

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  Until the implementation of new legislation on March 26, 2015, men were given preference to women in the British royal line. This system of male primogeniture meant that women seldom inherited the throne, and even when they did, they were often dominated by male councillors. Those women who married British kings gained the title of Queen, but they were queen consorts, holding the title with no power. This meant only a select few women ruled in their own right.  
  	When Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952, many commentators heralded the beginning of her reign as the second Elizabethan age. The first one, of course, concerned the reign of Henry VIII’s second surviving daughter and middle surviving child, Queen Elizabeth I, one of England’s most famous and influential rulers. It was an age when the arts, commerce and trade flourished. It was the epoch of gallantry and great, enduring literature. It was also an age of wars and military conflicts in which men were the primary drivers and women often were pawns.  
  	Elizabeth I changed the rules of the game and indeed she herself was changed by the game. She was a female monarch of England, a kingdom that had unceremoniously broken with the Catholic Church, and the Vatican and the rest of Christendom was baying for her blood. She had had commercial and militaristic enemies galore. In the end, she helped change the entire structure of female leadership.  
  	Queen Elizabeth II has become so much a part of British society and culture that her presence is taken almost for granted, setting the standard people now expect of a British monarch. The longest lived and second longest reigning monarch in British history, Elizabeth II has overseen her country during a time of incredible turmoil and ever-accelerating change, providing a stable figure at the heart of a nation going through seemingly endless upheavals.

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  Philosophy - A Christian...

  Paul M. Gould, James K. Dew Jr.

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  Two experienced educators offer an up-to-date introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective that covers the four major areas of philosophical thought: epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of religion, and ethics. Written from an analytic perspective, the book introduces key concepts and issues within the main areas of philosophical inquiry in a comprehensive yet accessible way, inviting readers on a quest for goodness, truth, and beauty that ultimately points to Jesus as the source of all.

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  Mental As Anyone

  Jonathon Moran

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  Lessons in mental health and life from acclaimed entertainment journalist Jonathon Moran.  
   
  Mental health issues can affect everyone, so it's crucial that you have strategies to help you combat life's ups and downs as they happen. Mental as Anyone is a brutally honest self-help book for anyone dealing with the challenges of mental health. Shared through his own personal story, journalist and host of the Mental as Anyone podcast Jonathon ‘JMo’ Moran, with the help of expert clinical psychologist Dr Jodie Lowinger, offers real-life coping strategies to break down the barrier to mental health literacy. 
   
  Developed through experiencing his own trauma, Moran shares through personal stories how he built his life tool kit and, backed with strategies from Dr Lowinger, shows how you can build your own, with practical coping methods that you can implement immediately to improve your mental health. With these comprehensive mental wellness tools and techniques, you'll have the support you need for issues related to sexuality, depression, addictive substances and behaviours, self-esteem, loss and abuse. 
   
  Inside the book: 
   
  Actionable advice for your “life tool kit” to help you face life's inevitable challenges 
   
  Extraordinary stories from Moran's personal and professional life ? from meeting Madonna to spending an evening in Carrie Fisher's hotel room 
   
  Universally applicable self-help strategies learned from personal experiences and professional practice, and grounded in psychology 
   
  Perfect for anyone interested in becoming the best version of themselves, Mental As Anyone is a timely and personal reminder that life can be a struggle, but we all have it within ourselves to overcome the obstacles life throws at us. 
   
  ‘This is an essential read—a powerful and life-changing journey that hits it out of the park. It’s a gift to yourself that you’ll cherish forever.’ MICHAEL CLARKE 
   
  ‘A nuanced and personal deep dive into mental, acclaimed entertainment journalist JMo balances the stories of his own battles with mental health with insightful commentary and skills for life, by Dr Jodie Lowinger.’ MELISSA LEONG 
   
  ‘Such a heartfelt read. His honesty in sharing his own journey, along with Dr Jodie Lowinger’s incredible insights, makes this book so special. It’s full of strength, hope and tools to help anyone feel less alone and more supported in their mental health journey.’ JESSICA MAUBOY

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