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  Raja Yoga - Mastery of Mind and...

  Clarice Bendleton

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  Raja Yoga, often referred to as the "Royal Path," is a systematic and disciplined approach to mastering the mind and attaining spiritual realization. It is one of the four primary paths of yoga, alongside Bhakti Yoga (the path of devotion), Karma Yoga (the path of action), and Jnana Yoga (the path of knowledge). Unlike other yogic paths that focus primarily on physical postures, devotion, or intellectual inquiry, Raja Yoga is centered on meditation and self-discipline, guiding the practitioner toward self-mastery and inner peace. 
  The foundation of Raja Yoga lies in the philosophy outlined in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, an ancient text that provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the workings of the mind and the process of achieving higher states of consciousness. Patanjali describes Raja Yoga as an eightfold path, also known as the Ashtanga (Eight Limbs) of Yoga, which serves as a structured roadmap for spiritual evolution. These eight limbs include ethical disciplines, physical postures, breath control, withdrawal of the senses, concentration, meditation, and ultimately, self-realization. 
  At its core, Raja Yoga teaches that the mind is both the greatest obstacle and the most powerful tool on the path to enlightenment. The human mind is often restless, filled with distractions, desires, and attachments that prevent one from experiencing true inner peace. Raja Yoga provides the techniques to tame this restless mind, bringing it under conscious control and aligning it with a higher state of awareness. Through meditation, a practitioner learns to transcend the fluctuations of thought, entering a state of stillness and clarity where deeper truths about existence and the self can be realized.

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  A Short History of Ulster

  Jonathan Bardon

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  Jonathan Bardon's A History of Ulster is widely regarded as the definitive text on the region. Updated with a more recent preface from the author, this illustrated, abridged version offers a comprehensive but accessible overview of life in the province for anyone seeking to understand the roots of its troubled history.
  The Vikings, the Norman invasions, the plantations, the Penal Laws, the rise of the United Irishmen and Orangeism, the Act of Union, the linen and shipbuilding industries, the Home Rule Crisis and partition, the civil rights movement, the Troubles and the peace process – it's all here in this essential companion to Jonathan Bardon's bestselling A History of Ireland in 100 Episodes.

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  Toxic Water Toxic System -...

  Michael Mascarenhas

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  The tireless resistance of local communities fighting for ownership of America's third largest water system 
   
   
    
  Toxic Water, Toxic System exposes the consequences of a seemingly anonymous authoritarian state willing to maintain white supremacy at any cost—including poisoning an entire city and shutting off water to thousands of people. Weaving together narratives of frontline activists along with archival data, Michael Mascarenhas provides a powerful exploration of the political alliances and bureaucratic mechanisms that uphold inequality. 
   
   
    
  Drawing from three years of ethnographic fieldwork in Flint and Detroit, this book amplifies the voices of marginalized communities, particularly African American women, whose perspectives and labor have been consistently overlooked. Toxic Water, Toxic System offers a fresh perspective on the ties between urban austerity policies, environmental harm, and the advancement of white supremacist agendas in predominantly Black and brown cities.

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  Borderline Personality Disorder:...

  ROWENA LARSON

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  Don’t Start Dating Again Until You Hear This Surprising Truth About Borderline Personality Disorder 
  If you have trouble controlling your emotions, impulsively buy things, turn to alcohol and drugs to make yourself feel better, or constantly bombard yourself with thoughts of hurting yourself, know that you’re not alone. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, close to 2.58 million adults suffer from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and many more cases often go undiagnosed. 
  You might think there’s nothing you can do about BPD, that you’re stuck riding this emotional roller coaster for the rest of your life. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Once you understand the truth about BPD and why you feel the way you do, you can start to completely change the way you think about yourself and others, so you never have to hit rock bottom again. 
  In ‘Borderline Personality Disorder,’ you’ll discover:Why you don’t need medication to treat BPD — use this type of treatment instead.9 effective tactics for coping with silent BPD.8 simple techniques for improving the way you communicate with loved ones when your emotions are running high.4 major mistakes to avoid when interacting with a friend or relative who has BPD — and what actions you should take instead to ease the situation.The 4 types of borderline personality disorders and how they differ from one another.9 common criteria for diagnosing BPD — Do any of these signs describe you? 
  With ‘Borderline Personality Disorder,’ you’ll gain a fuller understanding of your identity and what you can do to overcome your inner conflicts. 
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  Quiet Confidence - Leverage Your...

  Claire Donnelly

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  Ever leave a party exhausted and wondering what’s wrong with you? 
  Quiet Confidence proves there’s nothing “wrong” at all—you’re an introvert whose real power is waiting to be unlocked. Drawing on the latest research and decades of coaching experience, author Claire Alistair shows you how to turn observation, deep listening, and thoughtfulness into social super-powers—without faking extroversion or burning out. 
  You’ll learn how to … 
  ✔️ Decode the introverted brain and finally validate your need for strategic solitude  
  ✔️ Calm social anxiety with proven mindset & breathing techniques before it hijacks the moment  
  ✔️ Spark engaging dialogue using “listen-first” questions that build instant rapport 
  ✔️ Navigate small talk, group chats, and networking events—and leave with energy to spare  
  ✔️ Implement the 4-step Social-Battery Plan to pace, recharge, and thrive in any setting 
  ✔️ Apply “Quiet Leadership” skills to influence meetings and manage teams authentically  
  Imagine entering a room feeling prepared, connecting on your terms, and exiting with genuine satisfaction—not exhaustion. 
  Perfect for: 
  • Introverts craving deeper connections without the energy hangover 
  • Professionals who need low-stress networking strategies 
  • Shy or socially anxious readers ready for a science-backed confidence boost 
  Stop forcing extroverted tactics—start leveraging your quiet strengths. Scroll up and click Buy Now to cultivate your own Quiet Confidence today.

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  Alchemy and Its Exponents

  Manly Palmer Hall

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  Is the transmutation of base metals into gold possible? Is the idea one at which the learned of the modern world can afford to scoff? Alchemy was more than a speculative art: it was also an operative art. Since the time of the immortal Hermes, alchemists have asserted (and not without substantiating evidence) that they could manufacture gold from tin, silver, lead, and mercury. That the galaxy of brilliant philosophic and scientific minds who, over a period of two thousand years, affirmed the actuality of metallic transmutation and multiplication, could be completely sane and rational on all other problems of philosophy and science, yet hopelessly mistaken on this one point, is untenable. Nor is it reasonable that the hundreds declaring to have seen and performed transmutations of metals could all have been dupes, imbeciles, or liars. 
  Those assuming that all alchemists were of unsound mentality would be forced to put in this category nearly all the philosophers and scientists of the ancient and mediæval worlds. Emperors, princes, priests, and common townsfolk have witnessed the apparent miracle of metallic metamorphosis. In the face of existing testimony, anyone is privileged to remain unconvinced, but the scoffer elects to ignore evidence worthy of respectful consideration. Many great alchemists and Hermetic philosophers occupy an honored niche in the Hall of Fame, while their multitudinous critics remain obscure. 

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