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  Broken - How Our Social Systems...

  Paul LeBlanc

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  Many of the systems built to serve people instead do more harm than good. 
   
   
   
  In Broken, Dr. Paul LeBlanc, president of Southern New Hampshire University, draws on his experience working in one such system—education—to reconnect us to the human facets of serving people. In doing so, he charts a course for rebuilding and reinhabiting better systems across education, healthcare, criminal justice, government, and more. 
   
   
   
  The United States spends enormous sums on helping people—$3.8 trillion on healthcare, $182 billion on prisons, and $604 billion on higher education—and yet these systems routinely fail us. 
   
   
   
  When we seek to improve how they function, our efforts focus on policy debates, technical solutions, funding, and data. But if these systems are to truly improve, we have to start with the human values that fuel decision making. 
   
   
    
  Broken explores the deeply human dimensions we must consider—aspiring, discovering, mattering—if we want to rebuild the policies, technologies, processes, and, most importantly, the heart we use to serve people.

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  The Shocking Truth about Social...

  Zoey Fraisers

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  Social media has become an inseparable part of modern life. What started as a way to connect with friends and share moments has evolved into a global phenomenon that influences how we think, feel, and behave. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter are no longer just tools for communication—they are powerful forces shaping our identities, relationships, and daily habits. While social media offers many benefits, including instant access to information, networking opportunities, and entertainment, its darker side often goes unnoticed. The reality is that millions of people around the world are unknowingly trapped in an endless cycle of scrolling, liking, and seeking validation.  
    
  The term "social media addiction" might sound extreme, but it is a growing concern among psychologists, neuroscientists, and everyday users who find themselves unable to put their phones down. Unlike traditional addictions to substances like alcohol or drugs, social media addiction operates in a subtler yet equally powerful way. It hijacks the brain’s reward system, triggering dopamine releases that keep users engaged for hours on end. Every notification, like, or comment acts as a small hit of pleasure, reinforcing compulsive behavior. Over time, this leads to dependency, making it difficult for individuals to disconnect even when they recognize the negative impact on their mental health, relationships, and productivity.  
    
  This book explores the shocking truth about social media addiction, diving deep into the science behind it, its effects on our well-being, and what we can do to regain control. From the psychological tricks used by tech companies to keep us engaged to the rising concerns about mental health, self-esteem, and attention spans, each chapter sheds light on an issue that affects people of all ages.

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  Intellectual Training

  Harriet Martineau

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  "Intellectual Training" is a book by Harriet Martineau, a prominent 19th-century British social theorist, writer, and feminist. Originally published in 1838, it offers insights into the importance of education, particularly intellectual development, in shaping individuals and societies. Martineau's work emphasizes the cultivation of critical thinking, reasoning skills, and moral values as essential components of intellectual training.

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  The Big Ride At The Musical Fair...

  Julie Kirchhubel

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  The Big Ride At The Musical FairIt’s Fair time for the animals today, and they are all ready in their seats and really looking forward to the Big Ride starting. But the Ride can’t begin just yet. What – or who – are they waiting for?

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  Managing Anxiety at Work - Tips...

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  Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about dealing with work-related anxiety and panic attacks with this practical guide.More and more workers are feeling stressed and anxious at work, and in its most severe form anxiety can be debilitating and severely diminish your professional effectiveness. Fortunately, identifying and tackling the root causes of this widespread problem, including unrealistic objectives and the fear of not being good enough, will allow you to remain calm and happy at work, no matter how much pressure you are under.In 50 minutes you will be able to:• Identify the causes, symptoms and effects of anxiety and panic attacks• Find out why you feel anxious, worried or stressed at work• Select the best course of treatment for you and take action to prevent relapsesABOUT 50MINUTES.COM|COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

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  The Museum - A Short History of...

  Samuel J. Redman

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  On an afternoon in January 1865, a roaring fire swept through the Smithsonian Institution. Dazed soldiers and worried citizens could only watch as the flames engulfed the museum's castle. Rare objects and valuable paintings were destroyed. The flames at the Smithsonian were not the first—and certainly would not be the last—disaster to upend a museum in the United States. 
   
   
   
  The Museum explores the concepts of "crisis" as it relates to museums, and how these historic institutions have dealt with challenges ranging from depression and war to pandemic and philosophical uncertainty. With chapters exploring World War I and the 1918 influenza pandemic, the Great Depression, World War II, the 1970 Art Strike in New York City, and recent controversies in American museums, this book takes a new approach to understanding museum history. By diving deeper into the changes that emerged from these key challenges, Samuel J. Redman argues that cultural institutions can—and should—use their history to prepare for challenges and solidify their identity going forward. A captivating examination of crisis moments in US museum history from the early years of the twentieth century to the present day, The Museum offers inspiration in the resilience and longevity of America's most prized cultural institutions.

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