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  How to Deal with a Karen 101 -...

  Jen E. Candy

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  Master the Art of Navigating Difficult Interactions 
  Have you ever found yourself at the receiving end of a complaint-laden tirade, wondering how to defuse the situation without losing your cool? "How to Deal with a Karen 101: The No-Nonsense Guide to Handling Narcissists, Toxic and Difficult People" is your comprehensive playbook for understanding and managing the challenging personalities you encounter in daily life. 
  Embark on a journey of understanding the Karen Phenomenon, a term that has come to symbolize the complexities of dealing with entitled, difficult, and often toxic individuals. This guide peels back the layers of narcissistic behavior, providing insightful analysis into the psychology and societal influences that shape these characters. 
  Recognizing a Karen is only the first step; this book offers actionable advice on engaging with and diffusing tense situations in various settings - from the workplace drama to the online battleground, and even those awkward social gatherings. Discover proven strategies for setting boundaries, managing conflicts, and protecting your peace without compromising on civility or kindness. 
  But it’s not all about them; your well-being is paramount. Delve into chapters dedicated to self-care and recovery, equipping you with tools to navigate the emotional aftermath of difficult interactions and build resilience. 
  Whether you’re facing a workplace Karen, dealing with digital drama, or simply seeking to improve your interpersonal skills, this guide is an indispensable resource. Prepare to navigate the complexities of human behavior with grace, wisdom, and a renewed sense of confidence. Your journey toward mastering the art of dealing with difficult people starts here.

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  Poppies Grow In Normandy -...

  Gerald T. Condon

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  Poppies Grow in Normandy -  The unabridged diaries of Gerald T. Condon in World Wars 1 and 2. This is a multi-cast production complete with appropriate, authentic sound effects. 
  In 1918, Gerald Condon was a 20 year old American Private training as a Signalman before serving in France. By World War 2 he was a 20 year veteran of the Buffalo, NY Police Department when he re-enlisted to "finish what we started 25 years ago". When he shipped out for England in 1944 he was engaged to Ann Lyden the widowed Grandmother of Jerry Lyden. Excerpts from his letters home are included and are read in the voice of Ann Lyden. This role is voiced by Irene Dennis. The young Gerald is voiced by Padraic Harrison. Jerry Lyden reads the words of his grandfather, Gerald Condon. 
  The diaries were bequeathed to Mr. Lyden. Jerry Lyden (a retired actor and former U.S. Army Captain) spent several years organizing and eventually recording the words that his grandfather wrote in his diaries and letters.

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  Iron Imperator - Roman Grand...

  Iskander Rehman, Sir Peter Stothard

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  One of the most enigmatic figures of antiquity, Tiberius lacked the imperial splendour of his great predecessor Augustus and the excesses of many of his successors, and has been overlooked by history. Yet this compelling study offers a portrait of a complex and contradictory man, both emperor and exile, tyrant and recluse. 
  Drawing on a wealth of ancient sources as well as contemporary classical scholarship, Iskander Rehman engages in a nuanced and multidisciplinary examination of Tiberius’ philosophical, intellectual and military influences, and the effectiveness of his foreign policy. Analysing key conflicts, Rehman evaluates the reach and efficacy of Rome’s grand strategy, applying the lessons of the past to contemporary security challenges and modern global defence policy. 
  The book has a preface written by Sir Peter Stothard, British author, journalist and critic.

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  Why Do We Say That? 404 Idioms...

  Scott Matthews

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  Who decided “break a leg” was a way to say good luck? Why are you “in a pickle” when things go wrong? And why on earth do we tell people to “hold their horses” when there are no horses in sight? 
  You’ve probably used everyday idioms like “break the ice,” or “hit the nail on the head” without giving them a second thought — most of us do. But behind these quirky expressions lie fascinating facts, bizarre backstories, and cultural twists that make the English language endlessly entertaining. 
  In Why Do We Say That? — The Complete 4-in-1 Idiom Collection, you’ll explore a treasure trove of 404 popular idioms, sayings, proverbs, and expressions — all packed with fun trivia, origin stories, and strange-but-true histories. This value-packed bundle combines four best-selling books into one essential volume for curious readers, language lovers, and anyone learning English who wants to speak more naturally and confidently. 
  Each entry explains where the phrase came from, how it evolved over time, and what it really means today — making this the perfect companion for word nerds, trivia buffs, ESL learners, homeschoolers, and lifelong learners alike. 
  Inside you’ll discover: 
  ✔️ Why “kick the bucket” has nothing to do with actual buckets — and everything to do with death 
  ✔️ How “pulling someone’s leg” evolved from a sinister trick to a harmless joke 
  ✔️ What “buttering someone up” has to do with ancient rituals (and actual butter) 
  ✔️ Why we “burn the midnight oil” to work late — and where that expression really comes fromClick the Buy Now button to decode the weird, witty, and wonderful world of English idioms — one unforgettable phrase at a time.

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  Anxiety hacks - proven...

  Kate Hudson-Hall

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  Are you exhausted by constantly feeling anxious or worried? 
    
  Are you looking for easy strategies to help you overcome your explosive anxiety? 
    
  In this conversational and life-changing book, anxiety psychotherapist Kate Hudson-Hall will teach you step by step the techniques, tools, and tips taught to thousands of her anxiety clients. 
    
  You will learn how to: 
    
  • Take yourself from being completely overwhelmed by your anxiety to showing you easy ways you can learn to cope with your anxiety behaviors and instantly calm yourself, some in less than 90 seconds. 
  • Use the globally recognized and proven successful "C.A.L.M. Your Alarm" technique to reduce your anxiety instantly. 
  • Improve your life with the support of the FREE companion course containing downloadable worksheets and bonus videos of Kate demonstrating each powerful strategy revealed throughout the book. 
  By the end of Anxiety Hacks, you'll understand why YOU have these challenging anxiety behaviors and HOW you can break through these to a calmer new you. 
  If you are looking for empowering tools to unlock your anxiety and change these painful behaviors then take a read. 
    
  About Kate Hudson-Hall, Dip. AdvHYP (N-SHAP) 
  Personally having suffered from anxiety since age 5, Kate has been an anxiety therapist for the last 22 years. She believes you can reduce and overcome your anxiety with the right tools.

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  A Very British Cult - Rogue...

  Stuart Flinders

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  A secluded country house. A rogue Anglican Priest. Ceremonial sex and mislaid fortunes.
  
  This is the almost-forgotten story of Victorian Britain's strangest religious sect and its wealthy, mostly female, followers who believed they could ascend directly to heaven. Henry James Prince was a rogue Anglican Priest with a flare for the dramatic, and the founder of the Agapemone, or 'Abode of Love'. He also claimed to be the immortal conduit of The Holy Spirit and purportedly engaged in free love and ceremonial sex with his mostly female followers. But Prince's eventual death didn't mark the end of this strange set... he was promptly replaced by another. John Hugh Smyth-Pigott - otherwise known as the Clapton Messiah.
  
  The Abode transformed a sleepy, rural corner of Somerset into one of England's most notorious locations. While the followers shut themselves away and waited patiently for the end of the world, outrage grew - the word 'Agapemone' because a byword for licentiousness or idleness, used by Charles Dickens and Ford Maddox Ford. The reclusive Clapton Messiah became a fixture in the nation's papers, with frenzied efforts to discredit the organisation and undermine its leader. And still the cult grew.
  
  Expertly drawing on primary sources to tell the story of the Agapemonites in details for the first time, Stuart Flinders shines a light on the people drawn to the cult - the forced marriages; the swindled fortunes; the women condemned to asylums; and those who managed to escape from the Abode. It is also the story of two extraordinary men, whose claims of divinity were at the heart of this very British cult.

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