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  Summary - Why Nations Fail -...

  Speedy Library

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  SUMMARY 
    
  WHY NATIONS FAIL 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY DARON ACEMOGLU AND JAMES A. ROBINSON 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: SPEEDY LIBRARY 
    
  CONTENT 
  The Roots of Global Inequality 
  Theories That Don’t Work 
  Extractive vs. Inclusive Institutions 
  Critical Junctures and Institutional Drift 
  The Case of the Roman and Aksum Empires 
  The Glorious Revolution and the Rise of Parliament 
  Barriers to Development and Technology 
  The Vicious Circle of Poverty 
  Diffusion of Prosperity 
  General Analysis 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  "Why Nations Fail" by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson explores why some nations are prosperous while others remain poor. The book argues that a country's institutions, more than its geography or culture, determine its fate. It contrasts inclusive institutions, which allow broad participation and protect property rights, with extractive institutions, that concentrate power and wealth in the hands of a few. Through historical examples, the book illustrates how critical junctures can shape the institutional paths of nations, creating either virtuous cycles of growth or vicious cycles of stagnation. It further shows that even with inclusive institutions, constant vigilance is needed to prevent backsliding into extractive practices.

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  Codependence and the Power of...

  Karen Casey

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  Find Boundaries and Peace from Codependent Behaviors“This book is bound to become a codependence classic. It should be required reading for all who seek to create healthy, balanced relationships.” –Claudia Black, PhD.Free yourself from codependency and reclaim your sanity, peace, and inner strength with this codependency book by Karen Casey, the bestselling author of Each Day a New Beginning.Learn how to value your own opinion over those of others. Codependency books are perfect for those of us who live as if what other people think matters more than what we think. This thinking leads to constantly trying to please or even to change others. Codependent behaviors can have negative effects on us and those around us, even leading to a dysfunctional family. It can be difficult to say no to those we love.A codependency book on improving your life through boundaries and peace. Karen Casey, bestselling author of Let Go Now and Each Day a New Beginning, has had her own experience with codependent behavior, and she is here to share what she has learned along the way. Through her own stories and the stories of those she has met through Al Anon meetings and elsewhere, she shows you how to detach from unhealthy codependency, create more positive relationships and, ultimately, lead a less stressful life.Inside, you’ll learn how to:Recognize and acknowledge your own attachments and codependencySet boundaries, find peace, and engage in healthy detachmentNurture positive relationships with the people in your life–both new and oldIf you liked codependency books such as The Language of Letting Go, Facing Codependence, or The Codependency Recovery Plan, you’ll love Codependence and the Power of Detachment.

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  Seven Planetary Powers The -...

  Rick Jarow

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  In Hermetic astrology the seven ancient planets are both outer (macrocosmic) and inner (microcosmic) energy centres and also called the seven sacred inner stars of man. In a sense, they also correspond to the seven inner energy centres, i.e. the chakras of the Eastern wisdom teachings. seven ancient planets specifically relate to man, as they are inner energy centers. These seven forces work in man and through man. The true functioning of these planetary forces is a great mystery. The planets have specific influences. These influences correspond to the special vibration and nature of the planets. In esoteric astrology, each of these seven ancient planets is thus expressed in man through its specific qualities and special energetic signature. Join us as Rick Jarow discusses the seven ancient planets of hermetic astrology and leads us in meditation.

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  Adoption - What You Should Know

  Janine Myung Ja

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  Before you spend up to $75,000 in hidden child-adoption fees, adult adoptees worldwide have investigated the history of domestic and international adoption and have started a movement to end the crisis of child trafficking. You can gain a bird's-eye view on adoption secrets before you transfer funds to the adoption agency. This information is available for a short time only. 
  This research book has been divided into four short, easy-to-read sections, revealing the making of the current child welfare system throughout time: starting in Europe (referred to as the European Child Migration Schemes); then spreading to America (known as the Orphan Train Movement); into Asia (called the Evangelical Baby "Swoop" Era), to what's trending today: Africa. 
  The pioneers who built and profited from the industry continue to deny adoptees access to documents that could lead them back to their families. This book protects you against adoption profiteers and traffickers who profess God is on their side. It summarizes the inception and expansion of the adoption industry, focusing on its roots and consequences kept from public awareness. Discover the history of adoption from another angle--a view adoption agencies will never tell you. The findings have been called mind-blowing! 
  How would you like to be given a new identity and removed from your siblings--never to be permitted to contact them again, even upon death? This is just one of many red tape adoptees are forced to contend with because of adoption. Inspired by a Haitian adoptee who died of heart failure after learning that he had been trafficked to France for overseas adoption but was never able to acquire justice. NOT recommended for adoption profiteers, anti-abortion fundamentalists, evangelicals, or individuals against equal rights for adult adoptees. Available in a textbook format as Adoption History: An Adoptee's Research into Child Trafficking (VANCE).

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  Daily Vagus Nerve Exercises:...

  Marley Schneider

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  Let me guess: Do you suffer from a hypersensitive nervous system that hurts your health? 
  By learning about the functions of the vagus nerve, you may be able to work with the nervous system instead of feeling imprisoned when it acts against you. 
  The vagus nerve is the primary component of the PNS and is responsible for a wide range of vital physiological processes, such as mood regulation, immunological response, metabolism, and heart rate regulation.  
  The vagus nerve is your stress-fighting hidden weapon. The current Coronavirus epidemic has affected our lives, and for many of us, it has heightened stress in different aspects of our lives. 
  The vagus nerve is an important component of how our bodies and minds work; without it, we would not be able to do fundamental activities, and activating it may provide significant health advantages. 
  This book includes the following mentioned topics: 
  ·      The Vagus Nerve: Its Functions and its Secrets. You will discover how you can activate it! 
  ·      Polivagal Theory: What is? 
  ·      Vagus Nerve As A Secret Weapon In Fighting Stress 
  ·      Improve Your Mental Health. Is Possible? ...and How? 
  ·      Improve The Quality of Your Sleep. Yes, You Will Find Also This! 
  ·      Vagus Nerve and Diet: Do They Have Anything in Common? 
  ·      And, really... Much More! 
  Improving the quality of your life is just a step away! Try to give yourself a chance; you deserve it!

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  PAGANISM FOR BEGINNERS - The...

  AMANDA XAVIER

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  Paganism. Even the mere mention of this word brings up many 
  images, often stereotypical images, in an individual’s mind. 
  There are many myths associated with paganism, the most common 
  being: 
   Pagan worships the devil and are Satanists. 
   They can fly around and generally have supernatural 
  powers. 
   Pagan rituals are generally orgies, and the women are sex 
  addicts. 
   Pagans are immoral and have no code of conduct or ethics. 
   Pagans are nomads and were raised by druggies and hippies. 
   Pagans worship the gods and goddesses of the old times. 
   Pagans live outside of society, often in caves and wooden 
  huts. 
   Pagans practice animal and sometimes human sacrifice. 
   Pagans do not have the same legal rights that other religions 
  have. 
   There are only a handful of pagans in this world.

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