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  The Message in the Teachings of...

  Ashin Ottama

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  This essay is a revised and expanded version of a talk I gave to three American psychologists in March 1995 at the Mahāsi Training School in Yangon. To this written form of the talk I have added the sections on “solidity” and “objective matter” as well as some concluding reflections. 
  The essay is intended to preserve the direct and informal tone of a listener-oriented, interactive talk; hence doctrinal expressions are reduced to the minimum. Passages representing my own thoughts are clearly introduced as such. My explanations are supported by many parallels, comparisons, and analogies from daily life as well as from science. My predilection for examples from physics should not give the impression that I am an expert in the subject. I assure the reader I am not. 
  As the background to this essay I rely on the original Teaching of the Buddha and on the Theravāda Abhidhamma. I sometimes distinguish between the “original Teaching of the Buddha” and the Theravāda. When I make this distinction, by the former I mean the teachings found in the main Nikāyas of the Pali Canon, which were part of the general Buddhist heritage; by the latter I refer to the specific mode of interpretation found in the Pali Abhidhamma and the Commentaries. For people not yet familiar with the Buddha’s doctrine I have included some basic information from the ancient texts. The doctrinal points, however, are not my main concern here. 
  My object in discussing the three themes of the ancient Teaching is to invite all sincerely, seriously investigating people to question deeply the so-called “given realities” of our lives and to reflect thoroughly on the nature and predicament of our existence. 
  -Ashin Ottama

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  Unspoken - The Silent Truth...

  Liz Harvie, Eve Hatton

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  “I was two when the woman I called Mummy told me, ‘You came out of another mummy’s tummy.’ I grew up thinking that my birth mother didn’t want me. I assumed there must’ve been something inherently wrong with me – why else would a mother give up her baby?” 
  In 1974, Liz Harvie – born Claire Elaine Watts – was given up for adoption by her birth mother Yvonne. Claire was just eight weeks old when her adoptive parents took her in – and renamed her Elizabeth. 
  Although brought up in a ‘perfect’ household, the emotional – and physical – trauma of being taken from her biological mother would never leave Liz. She constantly wondered: what does my real mum look like? Will she come back for me? Why did she abandon me? But whenever Liz voiced such questions, she invariably received the same response: “Your birth parents were not married. They couldn’t look after you.” 
  Years later, aged twenty-eight, Liz reconnected with her birth mother – and finally learned the shocking truth surrounding her adoption. Yvonne had not abandoned her daughter. A social worker had snatched her ten-day-old baby from her arms. “I didn’t even get a final cuddle. She just took her away from me,” says Yvonne. 
  Liz became one of 185,000 victims of forced adoption between 1949 and 1976 in England and Wales. As a young unmarried mum, Yvonne was deemed unfit as a parent by the government, churches, adoption agencies and her father – and made to give up her child against her will. 
  Although reunited, Liz and Yvonne are still struggling to cope with the agony resulting from their devastating separation. As Liz says, “We can’t just skip hand in hand into the sunset. The trauma of being a forced adoptee is lifelong.”

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  Spelling Six - An Interactive...

  Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana

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  Spelling Six is the sixth in the Spelling for Kids interactive spelling workbooks series, which features spelling words that will quickly improve vocabulary, reading comprehension, and spelling skills. It makes a great addition to any school or home-school curriculum! 
  Our unique, interactive spelling improvement book teaches students of all ability levels how to spell words and build vocabulary memory by integrating text repetition of age-specific words, along with the audio replay of the words from the connected spelling audiobook, which dramatically speeds memory retention, reading skills and pronunciation of words, as seen in this example from the book:Spell: Delicious  
  The Christmas dinner was delicious. 
  Delicious 
  D e l i c i o u s 
  Our powerful but practical spelling book offers these unique benefits to students:This book, along with the audiobook, utilizes verbal and visual instruction - students listen, read, and write each spelling word for permanent retention of words.The book covers words every 10 and 11 years old child must know and are frequently misspelled in KS2 SAT spelling tests - 12 words per week. It is broken down into easy-to-follow spelling exercises that take only 10 minutes daily.Engages children and gets them away from their video games and cell phones. It also helps children who are struggling with reading, spelling, and grammar due to ADHD, Dyslexia, and short-term memory issues. 
  Whether your child is just beginning their spelling journey and learning to read, or they are an overachiever and working to win the next spelling bee, Spelling for Kids is the perfect tool for accelerating spelling skills and ensuring your child is ahead of their class in spelling ability! 
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  Empire of Liberty - A History of...

  Harry Montgomery

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  In 1789, the United States stood at a turning point. After years of conflict during the American Revolution and an uncertain postwar period under the Articles of Confederation, the country was in need of stronger national leadership. The new Constitution, ratified in 1788, was designed to create a more effective federal system while still preserving the ideals of liberty and republicanism. This document was a compromise between those who wanted a powerful central government and those who feared tyranny. It created three branches of government—executive, legislative, and judicial—each with checks and balances to prevent abuse of power. The Bill of Rights, added shortly after ratification, helped ease concerns by protecting individual freedoms such as speech, religion, and the right to a fair trial. 
  With the Constitution in place, attention turned to the task of putting it into practice. George Washington was unanimously elected as the first president, taking office in April 1789. His presence offered reassurance to many citizens who trusted his leadership and commitment to republican values. Washington worked to establish the authority of the executive branch without appearing monarchical. He formed the first presidential cabinet, appointing Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State, Alexander Hamilton as Secretary of the Treasury, and Henry Knox as Secretary of War. This team would help shape the future direction of the republic. 
  The first Congress, meanwhile, worked to set up the basic structures of the new government. They created the federal court system through the Judiciary Act of 1789 and established executive departments. They also passed revenue legislation to fund the government’s activities. One of the early and pressing tasks was addressing the national debt from the Revolution. Alexander Hamilton proposed a financial plan that included federal assumption of state debts, the creation of a national bank, and new taxes.

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  Stalingrad

  Kelly Mass

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  Stalingrad has changed names. It's now called Volgograd and is still one of the largest cities in Russia. But we can't ignore the fact that for a significant time in history, it was called Stalingrad, named after the tyrant and leader of the Soviet Union in the Second World War, Joseph Stalin. Let's explore the history of this city during the Second World War, and why the battles fought there were so horrendous and pivotal in history.At the time of the Battle of Stalingrad In Southern Russia, Germany and its allies combated the Soviet Union for control of Stalingrad (now Volgograd). It is just one of the bloodiest engagements in the history of warfare, with an approximated 2 million general losses. It's marked by intense close-quarters battle and direct attacks on people in air campaign. The German High Command was pushed to eliminate substantial army forces from other theaters of war after their defeat at Stalingrad.The Stalingrad battle has been represented in the movies “Stalingrad” and “Enemy at the Gates.” It has become a level in video games like the “Call of Duty” series. Its casualties were many. Its circumstances brutal and took a very long time. Let’s take a look at what took place, why it was such a heroic turning point for the Russians against Hitler’s Nazi armies, and what happened after the Germans were pushed back.

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  Profitable Writing Process...

  Rhys Odilon, Thad Stanley

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  Profitable Writing Process Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Freelance Writing Business and Writing WellFreelance writing is a great option if you are looking for a way to make some extra income or perhaps even a full time living. It is also great if you enjoy the idea of working from home. This type of work is also frequently referred to as ghostwriting. One of the best things about freelance writing is that you don't need a big budget to get started, just the desire to write and make money. A freelance writer is a solopreneur or business owner that sells the service of writing. As a freelancer, you’re on your own. You’ll have no boss, and you won’t have to sign in at a specific time. In this bundle, you will learn all the valuable information needed if you’re thinking of starting your own freelance writing business. You will discover writing tips as well as tips so your business can become successful. You will also learn tips on how to get better at writing and how you can earn more money through writing.This audiobook will cover the following topics:1. Freelance Writing Business: Discover Smart and Useful Tips on How to Start and Earn Big From Your Own Freelance Writing Business2. Writing Well: Learn What it Takes on How to Become a Successful Freelance WriterIf you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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