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  Reckoning - Black Lives Matter...

  Deva R. Woodly

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  Examining the significance of the Movement for Black Lives, Reckoning uncovers a broadly applicable argument for the democratic necessity of social movements. 
   
   
   
  Barack Obama famously said that the purpose of social movements is to get a seat at the table. However, as Deva Woodly argues in Reckoning—a sweeping account of the meaning and purpose of the Movement for Black Lives (M4BL)—the value of such movements is something much more profound: they are necessary for the health and survival of democracy. 
   
   
   
  Drawing from on-the-ground interviews with activists in the movement, Woodly analyzes the emergence of the M4BL, its organizational structure and culture, and its strategies and tactics. She also shows how a unique political philosophy—Radical Black Feminist Pragmatism—served as an intellectual foundation of the movement and documents the role it played in transforming public meanings, public opinion, and policy. Interweaving theoretical and empirical observations throughout, Woodly provides both a unique portrait of the movement and a powerful explanation of the labor social movements do in democracy. A major work that speaks to both scholars and activists, Woodly's account of the rise and spread of M4BL will reshape our understanding of why the movement is so important—and so necessary—for democracy.

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  North to Boston - Life Histories...

  Blake Gumprecht

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  Between World War II and 1980, tens of thousands of Black people moved to Boston from the South as part of the Great Migration, one of the most consequential mass movements of people in American history. Black migration from the South transformed the city, as it did urban areas across the country. North to Boston is the first book to examine that important subject. 
   
   
   
  Blake Gumprecht traces the history of this migration and explores its impacts in greater depth through the lives of ten individuals, each the subject of one chapter. Those chapters are short biographies based on extensive interviews by the author and are told in an engaging style that reflects the author's background as a journalist. 
   
   
   
  The ten people featured came from six southern states. They fled racism, limited opportunity, and hopelessness, and moved north in pursuit of better jobs, equal treatment, and greater freedom. They settled in neighborhoods such as Roxbury, Dorchester, and Mattapan. They worked as teachers, factory workers, welders, and security guards. Their stories are emblematic of the experiences of Black people everywhere who left the South, and provide a rare glimpse into the lives of ordinary people living in one city's Black community.

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  Freedom from Health Anxiety -...

  PhD Karen Lynn Cassiday, PsyD...

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  Are you constantly worrying about your health, or the health of a loved one? Do you frequently check yourself for lumps, bumps, tingling, or pain? Do you find yourself endlessly looking up symptoms on the internet? Perhaps you find yourself asking others for reassurance or validation that you’re okay, obsessing over health scares in the media, or monitoring your blood pressure on an hourly basis? No matter how your health anxiety manifests, it can be a crippling psychological burden. Endlessly ruminating about illness and death can affect all aspects of life—at home, work, school, as well as the doctor’s office. 
   
   
   
  In Freedom from Health Anxiety, nationally recognized anxiety expert Karen Lynn Cassiday teaches you skills to conquer health anxiety, once and for all. You'll learn to switch from focusing on worst-case scenarios to appreciating the joy of the present moment—regardless of  health status. Using a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), positive psychology, and the author's "learned inhibition" model, you'll finally acquire the tools you need to take charge of your fear and break the cycle of stressing over your—or your loved one's—well-being. You'll also learn effective methods for tolerating health uncertainty, getting in touch with your body's cues, and rediscovering the pleasure of the present.

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  Arthashastra - The Ancient...

  Kautilya, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you could master the art of strategy, navigate complex politics, and unlock the secrets of effective leadership and economic success? 
  Arthashastra: The Ancient Indian Guide to Strategy, Politics, and Economics presents Kautilya’s groundbreaking treatise, thoughtfully adapted for today’s listeners. 
  Written over two thousand years ago, the Arthashastra is one of the oldest and most comprehensive guides to governance, diplomacy, economics, and military strategy. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, provides a practical roadmap for achieving power, stability, and success. 
  This isn’t just an ancient political text—it’s a transformative guide to understanding power dynamics, building effective leadership, and managing resources wisely. Whether navigating modern business challenges, studying political science, or mastering strategy, Kautilya’s wisdom remains profoundly relevant today. 
  What You’ll Discover: 
  - Mastering Strategy and Leadership: Learn principles for leadership, diplomacy, and decision-making in any competitive environment. 
  - Economic and Political Wisdom: Explore the foundations of statecraft, economic policies, and resource management that apply to modern challenges. 
  - The Art of Diplomacy and Warfare: Gain insights into negotiation, alliances, conflict resolution, and military preparedness. 
  - Accessible for Today’s Listeners: Experience Kautilya’s teachings in a modernized format, making his profound insights easy to understand and apply. 
  Kautilya’s Arthashastra offers a timeless blueprint for strategy, governance, and success. Its principles have influenced leaders and strategists for centuries, providing tools for leadership, resource management, and long-term stability. 
  Imagine mastering the tools to lead effectively, think strategically, and make sound decisions in any situation. 
  Download your copy today and unlock the timeless wisdom of one of history’s greatest thinkers

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  Children's Home - A Short...

  Paul Ieson

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  This short story is about the facts that have to deal with The Miami Children's Home. Some things that went on there are quite shocking and you may find quite interesting. This was written so that people would not forget about the home and the things that went on there. The story is dedicated to all the kids who lived there over the years.

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  Face Failure - Characteristics...

  Brittany Forrester

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  The etymology of the word fail is derived from the French word faillir, which means “almost to do.” Faillir is derived from the Latin word fallere, which means to deceive or lead into error. These definitions imply that when people fail, they do not follow through with their intentions, and those who believed that they would be in some way deceived. 
  People who experience failure can feel a sense of shame. This emotional response can cause them to suppress their feelings, deflect the responsibility of the failure, neglect to learn from the valuable lessons, and thwart the possibility for future success. 
  As Winston Churchill so eloquently said, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”

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