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  The Save of My Life - My Journey...

  Corey Hirsch, Sean Patrick Conboy

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  A riveting look behind the mask of an NHL goalie, The Save of My Life offers understanding and hope to anyone living with mental illness 
  By the time he was twenty-two years old, goaltender Corey Hirsch had realized his childhood dream of playing in the NHL, won an Olympic medal and drunk from the Stanley Cup. While he excelled on the ice, out of the net Hirsch was plagued by persistent dark thoughts and ceaseless anxiety. On days when he could barely get out of bed, he was able to push aside the endless loop of dark thoughts running inside his brain long enough to win a game. But as soon as he got back home, the agonizing cycle started all over again. And it continued, until finally he was able to confide in a team trainer who helped him get the professional treatment he needed. Diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, Hirsch was able to embark on the rocky road to recovery. As one of the first professional athletes to talk openly about mental health, Hirsch wrote about his OCD for the Players’ Tribune. His piece remains one of their most-read articles ever. 
  As Hirsch says, “I am not insane. I am not a bad person. I am not weak. I have an illness, and there is a treatment.” 

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  Teach from Your Best Self - A...

  Jay Schroder

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  Teachers, this book is a guide for taking care of education's most valuable resource: you. Author Jay Schroder, founder of the popular Teach from Your Best Self Institute, demonstrates why the version of ourselves that we bring to teaching matters and describes how we can rejuvenate ourselves while maximizing student learning. Part I explains why the self that a teacher brings to the classroom is important. Part II explores skills that will help us sustain a best-self state in all manner of situations. Part III delves into those moments when we're provoked beyond our limits and our "hurtspots" come sharply into view. It offers ways to avert a reactive state or recover from it. Lastly, Part IV provides simple approaches for building a more durable, best self for the long term—a best self with deepened capacity to respond rather than react in the pressurized conditions of teaching. With fresh ideas presented throughout, you'll learn how to prioritize your own well-being so you can continue to make a difference for your students.

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  Public Service - Building...

  Kevin Thorley

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  Public service embodies the commitment to work for the greater good, prioritizing the well-being and needs of society over personal gain. It is rooted in the principles of altruism, civic duty, and social responsibility, often manifesting through roles in government, education, healthcare, and community organizations. Public servants are driven by a desire to contribute to the common welfare, ensuring that essential services and resources are accessible to all, particularly the most vulnerable members of society. 
    
  The essence of public service lies in its foundational values: integrity, transparency, accountability, and equity. These values guide public servants in their decision-making processes, ensuring that their actions reflect the best interests of the public. It also involves a deep understanding of the diverse needs within a community and a commitment to addressing these needs with fairness and compassion. 
    
  Furthermore, public service is about fostering trust between the public and institutions. By consistently acting with honesty and fairness, public servants can build and maintain the public’s confidence in their ability to govern and manage resources effectively. This trust is essential for the functioning of a democratic society, as it ensures public cooperation and support for initiatives that benefit the community as a whole. 
    
  Ultimately, public service is a calling that requires dedication, empathy, and a strong sense of justice. It is about making a positive impact on society, ensuring that all individuals have the opportunity to thrive, and creating a legacy of service that inspires future generations.

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  A Room of One's Own

  Virginia Woolf

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  "A Room of One's Own" began life as a pair of lectures delivered by Virginia Woolf in October 1928 at Newnham College and Girton College, women's colleges at the University of Cambridge and was published as a stand-alone book in 1929. In this brilliant examination of literature, history and gender discrimination, Woolf posits that the dearth of female writers in literature did not result from a lack of talent; it was the lack of opportunity. Historically, female writers were thwarted in their literary pursuits by a culture that disapproved of female authors, by gatekeepers within the literary establishment who barred women from participating and by societal pressures that attempted to shoehorn women into being primarily wives, mothers and housekeepers. Woolf's devastating critique of these injustices has been hailed as one of the finest pieces of literary criticism for almost a century. "A Room of One's Own" is presented here in its original and unabridged format.

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  Rebellion: Book Summary and...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of Rebellion, by Robert Kagan.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Robert Kagan.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  Rebellion takes listeners on a powerful journey through history, examining the forces that drive people to rise up, resist, and reshape society. Through riveting stories and insightful analysis, the author explores the motivations, tactics, and sacrifices behind some of the most impactful rebellions in history. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the qualities that fuel change-makers—courage, resilience, and a commitment to justice—and how these same principles can inspire personal and professional growth.
   
  This audiobook is more than a historical account; it’s a motivational guide for those looking to challenge the status quo and create meaningful change in their own lives. With each chapter offering valuable lessons on leadership, adaptability, and the power of vision, Rebellion encourages listeners to embrace the transformative power of resilience and purpose. Inspiring and thought-provoking, this audiobook will empower you to confront challenges, pursue ambitious goals, and make a lasting impact.

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  The Doll

  Charles W. Chesnutt

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  Charles Chesnutt's "The Doll" is a story of seeking truth, facing discrimination, and making bold choices for the sake of one's own livelihood.
  "The Doll", depicts the African American barber as a human character by showing him struggle with and simply show human thoughts and emotions. The story takes place during a time of huge racial prejudice, a time in which some people did not even consider African Americans to be human.

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