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  Scenes From The Journey -...

  Ann Tudor

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  Follow author and narrator Ann Tudor as she moves from one stage of life to the next, looking for the lesson as well as for the beauty of the moment. Her stories are informed by the varied experiences of her life: she has been teacher, wife, mother, grandmother, copy editor, fibre artist, practitioner of the healing arts, pianist, aspiring cellist, and, underlying it all, observer/writer.
   
  
   
  Ann Tudor is a Toronto-based writer of creative non-fiction whose current work includes memoirs and personal essay collections. She has a degree in English from DePauw University and an M.A.T. degree from Vanderbilt University. Her best-selling audiobooks include "Tales from My Table," "Rosie & the Angels,"  and "I Love Pie." Available commercially for the first time now are "We Called Her Eileen," and "A Child's Midwestern Christmas." At various times of her fascinating life she has been a church organist, craftsperson, wife-mother-grandmother, cook, student of the cello, hands-on healer,  and editor for a library science publisher. From each of her vocations and avocations she has coaxed a little additional information on how to make it through the journey of life. You can find essays and information at scenesfromthejourney.blogspot.com.

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  Samurai Zen

  Scott Shaw

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  In this book, Shaw draws upon his knowledge of Asian culture and years of study in the martial arts to show us how we, too, can achieve higher understanding through the tenets of Zen Buddhism. Iado - the meditative way of the sword becomes a path to enlightenment. The first step is to learn to control the physical body; once physical senses are honed, the thinking mind can be silenced and can join with the body to become a unified force. Illustrated. Index.

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  The Retirement Reality Check -...

  Ty McGilberry AIF

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  Are you overwhelmed by the constant barrage of retirement advice bombarding you from every direction? From pushy salespeople and dinner presentations about the sky falling, it seems everyone has an opinion about what you should do with your money. But how do you know who to trust when your financial future is at stake? 
  This straightforward guide cuts through the noise and confusion of retirement planning to help you avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions. Written by an experienced financial advisor who's seen countless people fall victim to high-pressure sales tactics and misleading advice, this book gives you the tools to: 
  - Identify red flags and steer clear of advisors who don't have your best interests at heart 
  - Understand the real differences between sales tactics and advice tailored for your best interests 
  - Navigate complex decisions about your retirement with confidence 
  - Protect yourself from increasingly sophisticated financial scams and exploitation 
  - Set clear goals that align with what retirement truly means to you 
  - Have productive conversations with financial professionals about your future 
  Whether you're just starting to think about retirement or already in the thick of planning, this book provides a clear roadmap through the noise. You'll learn how to find trusted professionals who will help you create a retirement plan that works for your unique situation - not just try to sell you products you don't need. 
  Stop letting the overwhelming flood of retirement advice paralyze you into inaction. With this practical guide, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to take control of your financial future and create the retirement you envision.

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  The Power of Mood: -...

  Henry J. Howes

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  The Power of Mood: Transforming Your Mindset for a Happier Life: 
  Imagine waking up each day feeling a sense of peace, resilience, and purpose, ready to face whatever life may bring. This isn’t just a distant dream; it’s a mindset you can cultivate. The Power of Mood: Transforming Your Mindset for a Happier Life reveals how your moods shape the way you experience the world—and, more importantly, how you can shape them to live a more fulfilled, joyful life. 
  Our moods are far more than fleeting feelings; they influence our thoughts, shape our relationships, and affect our physical well-being. Yet, many of us go through life feeling as though we’re at the mercy of our emotions, reactive rather than proactive in our emotional health. What if, instead, we could take control, becoming active participants in how we feel and think each day? This book offers you the tools to do just that. 
  Drawing from cutting-edge research in psychology and neuroscience, The Power of Mood provides a step-by-step approach to understanding, regulating, and transforming your emotions. With practical strategies and real-world insights, it guides you to recognize patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and build habits that nurture a healthier mindset. You’ll explore how to release negativity, improve emotional resilience, and ultimately find balance in an often chaotic world. 
  Through each chapter, you’ll delve into exercises and reflections that help you dig deep into your unique emotional landscape. You’ll discover why certain triggers affect you more than others, how your inner dialogue impacts your self-worth, and how to replace harmful habits with empowering practices. This book doesn’t promise a quick fix or a “one-size-fits-all” solution; rather, it provides a foundation for long-lasting change, equipping you with skills that will serve you for a lifetime.

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  Positively Me - Daring to Live...

  Nozibele Mayaba, Sue Nyathi

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  My name is Nozibele Mayaba, and I am HIV-positive. 
    
  I am a devout Christian who did everything by the book: worked hard, got good marks, found a steady job and helped to make life better for my family. In our neighbourhood, I was the girl other parents pointed to as a role model. Until a few months before my diagnosis at age 22, I was a virgin. 
    
  Women like me don’t get HIV. But then I did. 
    
  It took me years to accept my new reality. Speaking out freed meand completely changed my life. Being HIV-positive wasn’t my first challenge and it won’t be my last, but it has been the hardest. It also taught me an important lesson: behind every statistic is a person with a name, a family, a story. This is my story. 
    
  My name is Nozibele Mayaba, I am HIV-positive, and I am still positively me. 
    
  An HIV-positive diagnosis may no longer be a death sentence, but it still changes everything. In this frank, vulnerable memoir, as told to acclaimed writer Sue Nyathi, activist and TV host Nozibele Mayaba talks about finding purpose when you think your life has come to an end. 

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  River Flows and Birds Singing -...

  Greg Cetus

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  This binaural audio recording features a sparkling river stream trickle and a collective of gentle forest birds singing, including a variety of sparrows and robins. This recording will create a pleasant sound ambiance for relaxation, meditation, or simple enjoyment of mindfulness and peace. The auditory experience of flowing water sounds offers acoustic stimulation, which helps with relaxation and meditation. In addition, the presence of ambient sound masks internal thoughts and can lead to a reduction in rumination and intrusive thoughts, thereby providing psychological reprieve from the stresses of everyday life.

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