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  Speaking Yiddish to Chickens -...

  Seth Stern

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  Most Holocaust survivors who came to the US after WWII settled in big cities, but some chose an alternative way of life on American farms. More of these accidental farmers wound up raising chickens in southern New Jersey than anywhere else. Speaking Yiddish to Chickens is the first book to chronicle this chapter in American Jewish history when these refugees—including the author's grandparents—found an unlikely gateway to new lives in the US on poultry farms. This book relies on interviews, oral histories, and archival records to tell how they learned to farm while coping with unimaginable grief. They built small synagogues within walking distance of their farms and hosted Yiddish cultural events. Like refugees today, they embraced their new identities and enriched the community where they settled, working hard in unfamiliar jobs for often meager returns. Within a decade, falling egg prices and the rise of industrial-scale agriculture would drive most of these novice poultry farmers out of business, many into bankruptcy. Some hated every minute here; others would remember their time on south Jersey farms as their best years in America. They enjoyed a quieter way of life and more space than in the crowded New York City apartments where so many settled. This is their remarkable story of loss, renewal, and perseverance in the most unexpected of settings.

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  Psychological Coercion - Using...

  Cito Harder

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  Psychological coercion is a powerful and often insidious form of manipulation designed to force an individual to act against their will or better judgment. It involves the use of mental and emotional tactics to instill fear, guilt, or pressure, making the person feel compelled to comply with demands or expectations. While it does not rely on physical force, the impact of psychological coercion can be just as damaging, if not more so, as it leaves lasting emotional scars that can affect an individual’s sense of self-worth, autonomy, and mental health. 
  At its core, psychological coercion undermines a person’s ability to make decisions freely. It exploits their vulnerabilities—whether emotional, psychological, or social—in order to gain control or influence their behavior. This form of coercion can take many different shapes, including threats, isolation, intimidation, manipulation, or subtle forms of pressure. While the methods may vary, the common thread is the intentional use of mental and emotional tactics to manipulate or control another person’s actions. 
  Psychological coercion is distinct from other forms of persuasion because it involves the use of power and control to manipulate an individual into compliance. In many cases, the person being coerced may not even recognize the pressure being applied to them. This is due to the subtlety with which coercion often operates—it can take place in everyday interactions, with the perpetrator using psychological manipulation in a way that may seem harmless or even caring at first. Over time, however, the individual being manipulated becomes increasingly susceptible to the influence of the coercer, often leading to a loss of personal agency and a sense of powerlessness.

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  How to Do the Things You Hate...

  Jaren Holt

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is your ability to do the things you don’t want to do? 
  Most people wait for motivation. High achievers don’t. They’ve trained themselves to act—especially when it’s uncomfortable. In this brutally honest, no-fluff audiobook, How to Do the Things You Hate Doing takes you inside the real reason you procrastinate, self-sabotage, and avoid the hard stuff… and gives you the tools to finally break through. 
  You’ll learn why getting started feels like a punch in the gut, how your brain tricks you with false stories, why perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise, and how to beat fear, shame, and doubt before they shut you down. This book doesn’t teach discipline like a drill sergeant. It builds it like a muscle—simple steps, real momentum, lasting change. 
  Perfect for anyone who’s tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or behind. Whether you’re building a business, working on your health, tackling that project you keep putting off, or just trying to show up for your own life—this audiobook will give you the mindset and mechanics to take action when it matters most. 
  Listen now and become the kind of person who gets the hard stuff done — no matter what.

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  Compassion and Reason: The 36...

  B Raquen Clarebi

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  Compassion. Reason. Non-violence. Bodily Integrity and Autonomy. Freedom from Oppression. Freedom for your Mind. JOIN US! Live life compassionately. Shed the identity forced upon you by religion, culture, tradition and society. Only then will you be truly free.  It's our responsibility as humans to help each other and be kind to each other. Period. 
  It does not matter whether or not god exists, because either way-YOU EXIST!

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  Rewire Your Brain 20 - Five...

  PhD John B. Arden

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  Not long ago, it was thought that the brain you were born with was the brain you would die with, and that the brain cells you had at birth were the most you would ever possess. Your brain was thought to be hardwired to function in predetermined ways. It turns out that's not true. Your brain is not hardwired; it's "softwired" by experience. This book shows you how you can rewire parts of the brain to feel more positive about your life, remain calm during stressful times, and improve your social relationships. 
   
   
   
  Written by a leader in the field of Brain-Based Therapy, it teaches you how to activate the parts of your brain that have been underactivated and calm down those areas that have been hyperactivated, so that you feel positive about your life and remain calm during stressful times. You will also learn to improve your memory, boost your mood, have better relationships, and get a good night's sleep. 
   
   
   
  Rewire Your Brain reveals how cutting-edge developments in neuroscience and evidence-based practices can be used to improve your everyday life. Explaining exciting new developments in neuroscience and their applications to daily living, this audiobook will guide you through the process of changing your brain so you can change your life and be free of self-imposed limitations.

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  Feminist Philosophy - Rethinking...

  Hector Davidson

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  Feminist philosophy has emerged as a critical lens for understanding and deconstructing gender roles, power structures, and the ways in which societal norms shape individual identities. At its core, feminist philosophy challenges traditional, patriarchal systems that often position women and marginalized genders as secondary to men. It is not merely a critique of these systems but an exploration of alternative ways of thinking about power, justice, and equality. Feminist philosophers have sought to unravel the deep-rooted assumptions about gender, questioning how these assumptions limit the full potential of individuals and societies. 
  The intersection of gender, power, and identity plays a pivotal role in feminist thought. Feminist philosophers argue that gender is not a natural or static characteristic but a social construct shaped by historical, cultural, and political forces. This perspective invites us to reconsider the rigid distinctions between what is typically considered "masculine" and "feminine," and challenges the belief that these roles are inherent or unchangeable. It also calls attention to the ways in which power dynamics inform our understanding of gender. Feminism examines how power operates not just in political or economic spheres, but in everyday interactions, personal relationships, and within institutions.

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