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  Antisemitism - What Everyone...

  David Harris

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  History teaches that antisemitism is a disease which begins with the Jews but does not end with them. Once antisemitism is unleashed, it knows no bounds and can attack the very fabric of society. This deadly strain of hatred often turns against other minority groups too, not to mention foundational democratic values, beginning with equal rights and equal protection before the law. Therefore, antisemitism should be viewed as a universal human rights issue of importance to all, and not solely as a parochial Jewish or Israeli concern.Antisemitism: What Everyone Needs to Know® explores how, in the twenty-first century, antisemitism is once again resurgent. In recent years, the FBI reported that well over half of all religiously motivated hate crimes in the United States targeted Jews, even though Jews comprise just over two percent of the population. It is striking how little understood antisemitism, including the term itself, still is. This extends quite widely to political leaders, educational authorities, law enforcement and the judiciary, civic groups, and media outlets. Polls have also shown how knowledge of the Holocaust, which was widely considered to be a firewall against the resurgence of antisemitism, is declining, notwithstanding ongoing attention to the topic in education, museums and memorials, and culture.

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  Acceptance and Commitment...

  Vivian Westlake

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  Life is a complex tapestry of joys, sorrows, successes, and challenges. As humans, we often find ourselves striving to avoid discomfort, suppressing unpleasant emotions, or seeking control over our inner struggles. Yet, these strategies often lead to frustration and a sense of disconnection from what truly matters. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy offers a compelling alternative: a way to embrace life’s full spectrum while committing to actions that align with your values and aspirations. 
  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is a modern behavioral therapy rooted in the principle of psychological flexibility—the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, remain present, and take meaningful actions even in the face of adversity. Instead of battling unwanted thoughts and emotions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages acceptance of them as natural elements of human existence. This shift in perspective allows individuals to redirect their energy from avoidance to engagement, fostering a sense of purpose and fulfillment. 
  The framework of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is built around six core processes: acceptance, cognitive defusion, mindfulness, self-as-context, values clarification, and committed action. These processes are not isolated steps but interconnected skills that work together to enhance well-being. Acceptance teaches you to make room for difficult emotions without judgment or resistance. Cognitive defusion helps you view your thoughts with clarity, reducing their power to dominate your actions. Mindfulness anchors you in the present moment, while self-as-context fosters a stable and compassionate sense of self. Values clarification identifies what truly matters to you, and committed action translates those values into meaningful, goal-directed behavior.

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  The Analysis of Mind

  Bertrand Russell

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  "The Analysis of Mind" by Bertrand Russell is a philosophical book that explores the nature of the mind and consciousness. In this work, Russell argues that mental phenomena can be analyzed and understood through the principles of logic and mathematics. He posits that the mind can be divided into two categories: the "conscious mind" and the "unconscious mind". The conscious mind is the part of the mind that we are aware of, while the unconscious mind is the part that we are not aware of but which still influences our behavior. Read in English, unabridged.

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  New Welsh Review 136 (winter...

  Lafcadio Hearn, Jayne Joso,...

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  EDITORIAL by Gwen Davies
  
  
  EAST ASIAN LITERATURE
  
  
  'The River Claims Its Debt' – Story by Phước Tiến, translated from the Vietnamese by Nguyễn An Lý
  
  'Powder to the People! The philosophy of Hokkaido capitalist ski bum, Jack Philips' – Biography/oral history by Susan Karen Burton
  
  'Hi-Mawari', the lost Welsh story of Lafcadio Hearn (alias Koizumi Yakumo) –Translated from the Japanese
  
  Jayne Joso on how Japan shapes her work
  
  
  FURTHER FICTION
  
  
  'The Banana Banshee' – Story by Deidre Brennan, translated from the Irish by the author
  
  
  REVIEW-ESSAYS
  
  
  Steven Lovatt on restoring natural and cultural ecologies in the work of Ruth Bidgood, Rae Howells and Carwyn Graves
  
  JL George on trauma and the magical child in recent novels by Lloyd Markham, Carly Holmes and Vajra Chandrasekera

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  Socially Psyched: A Short Book...

  Bo Bennett PhD

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  This is a collection of what I feel are some of the most important social/cognitive psychology experiments, studies, demonstrations, biases, and systematic reviews, presented in an entertaining way while adhering to academic standards. 
   
  I have always been fascinated by how our behaviors, cognition (thoughts), and affect (how we feel) are greatly dependent upon our social environment and our imperfect brains. I find it fascinating--perhaps because I am an American who was raised in the typical American cultural environment where I learned that what we consider "the self" consists of some magic "soul" that defines who we are—our behaviors (including choices and decisions), our cognition (including thoughts and beliefs), and our feelings. This could not be further from the truth. "We" are a result of an often incomprehensible interaction between biology and environment where some traits are more greatly influenced by social factors than others. Who we are is a result of social forces—the influence of other people and the human-created systems in which we operate. We can ignore this fact, maintain an illusion of control, or face reality and learn how to navigate this world and come out on top—personally, professionally, and financially. I choose the latter. 
   
  My name is Bo Bennett, and I hold a PhD in social psychology with a passion for this subject. While this book is not about me, my interpretations and commentary do make up most of the sections of each entry based on the content written by the original authors of the research or other sources—each of which will be cited when used. 
  Enjoy this short book! 
   
  Bo Bennett, PhD

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  STOP ANXIETY - Solutions for...

  Joy Ruell

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  Are you progressively becoming a nervous wreck?  
  Do you spend an unusual amount of time worrying about minor and major issues?  
  Do you avoid people and social activities because you believe something about yourself is flawed? 
    
  You might be an anxious person! But you are not alone... 
  Millions of other individuals are in a similar predicament to you.  
  Mental health research is still in its early stages, and the exact origins of numerous mental health problems have yet to be discovered.  
  However, researchers have made significant advances in identifying the risk factors that contribute to mental health problems.  
  Among the topics covered in this guide are: 
   Anxiety's Root CausesHow to Deal with Negative EmotionsCBT strategies for anxiety treatmentTips for Strengthening the Mind-Body-Spirit ConnectionBringing Positivity Into Your Life Work on Your Confidence And Self-Esteem Causes Of Mental Clutter Exercise Tips 
  And Much More!.... 
    
  Your mental health has a significant impact on the quality of your life.  
  By reading this guide, you will equip yourself with information on how to improve your mental health. 
    
  Even though anxiety seems impossible, you may overcome it and live the life you've always desired. 
    
  So, what are you holding out for?  
    
  Get this guide right now! 
   

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