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  First We Make the Beast...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of First, We Make the Beast Beautiful, by Sarah Wilson. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sarah Wilson. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  "First, We Make the Beast Beautiful" is a profound and deeply personal exploration of anxiety and mental health. The book redefines anxiety as a force that, while challenging, can lead to profound personal growth and self-awareness. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, philosophical insights, and practical advice, the author takes readers on a journey to understand and embrace their anxiety. The book emphasizes that anxiety can be a source of strength and beauty, offering a new perspective on how to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and hope.

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  Of The Social Contract -...

  Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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  "Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains" 
  These are the famous opening words of a treatise that has not ceased to stir vigorous debate since its first publication in 1762. Rejecting the view that anyone has a natural right to wield authority over others, Rousseau argues instead for a pact, or 'social contract', that should exist between all the citizens of a state and that should be the source of sovereign power. From this fundamental premise, he goes on to consider issues of liberty and law, freedom and justice, arriving at a view of society that has seemed to some a blueprint for totalitarianism, to others a declaration of democratic principles.It's publication in 1762 lead to great discussion about 'what is government' on both sides of the Atlantic, and is still essential reading today. 
  How much government is too much? What rights should be given up for government? It is the Social Contract which is the foundational discussion on these topics.

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  Philippine-American Heritage in...

  Erwin R. Tiongson

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  Journey into the Philippine-American experience in Washington, DC. Washington is famed for its place in the history of the United States, but few know its close connections with the Philippines. Trace the intertwined histories of the two countries along the streets of Washington, from the end of the Spanish American War in 1898 through Philippine independence in 1946, and the many years since. West Potomac Park was inspired by Manila's Luneta, and District streets are named after pivotal Philippine battle grounds. These landmarks are often unmentioned in guidebooks. Hidden in plain sight are the stories of the fascinating figures that once inhabited these spaces. Professor and community historian Erwin Tiongson offers a first account of the city's Philippine heritage.

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  What Is Stoicism? - A Brief and...

  Tanner Campbell, Kai Whiting

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  An easy, jargon-free introduction to stoicism that covers the full range of stoic thought in a single compact volume 
   
  Divided into short chapters that can be read in brief sittings, What Is Stoicism? compiles two millennia of Stoic thought into simple conversational prose. This whistle-stop tour of Stoicism covers a surprising number of core topics: 
   
  • the three pillars of Stoic philosophy: logic, physics, and ethics 
  • the ultimate goal of Stoicism: virtue 
  • the Stoic concept of circles of concern: our individual obligations to our family, community, and world 
  • the Stoic ideal of living in accordance with nature 
   
  Readers will come to appreciate the vitality of Stoicism and realize how the wisdom of the past can meet the challenges of the present and the future.

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  Spring Summer Asteroid Bird -...

  Henry Lien

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  An introduction to Eastern storytelling that opens listeners' minds to radically different ways of telling a satisfying story. 
   
   
   
  Discussions in the West around diversity in the arts often focus on the identities of characters and creators. Speculative fiction author and writing instructor Henry Lien makes the pathbreaking argument that diversity is about more than just plopping different faces into stories that are 100 percent Western in spirit; it can—and should—encompass diverse structures, themes, and values. 
   
   
   
  Using examples ranging from Parasite to The Thousand and One Nights to the Mario video game franchise, Lien shows how storytelling staples in the West, such as the three-act structure and themes of empowerment and change, are far from universal. He introduces the East Asian four-act structure (kishotenketsu), as well as circular and nested structures, and explains how Eastern value systems such as collectivism can dictate form. Spring, Summer, Asteroid, Bird is essential for any writer or reader who wants to broaden their understanding of how to tell a satisfying story. 
   
   
   
  This audiobook includes an original song written and performed by the author.

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  The Other Side of Special -...

  Amy J Brown, Sara Clime, Carrie...

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  Find Hope, Joy, and Community as a Special Needs Mom 
   
  For the special needs mom who yearns for community and support on what can be a lonely road, The Other Side of Special reminds you that you are not alone, your best is good enough, and even on the hard days, there are blessings to be had.  
   
  As you pour your energy and resources into raising a special child, it's easy to struggle with feelings of isolation, competition, guilt, and overwhelm. Here's the encouragement and practical help to navigate the emotional reality of your situation. 
   
  In The Other Side of Special, three mothers raising children with physical, medical, mental, and emotional special needs have joined forces and pooled their experience and expertise to provide such a resource. They take a deep dive into the most common emotions felt by special needs moms. They acknowledge the hard things as those who have been there. They celebrate the unique joys of being a special needs mom. And they offer encouragement for the journey, remaining realistic about the challenges special needs moms will continue to face.

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