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  Hope for Caregivers - A 42-Day...

  Henri Nouwen

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  "Caregiving is the holy act of the literal laying of hands on another to help and to heal. It requires strength, courage, and commitment to serve another intimately with dignity, respect, and love. The giving of such care, however, gives the one who cares a glimpse into God's priceless kenotic gift to humanity. This beautiful and important devotional based on Nouwen's magnanimous wisdom offers encouragement to those entrusted with caregiving by reminding them that what they are doing plants roots in the eternal—even in the hidden or lonely recesses of servitude, caregivers are seen, they matter, and they are upheld by the right hand of God!" — Carolyn Weber, caregiver, professor of literature, and author of Surprised by Oxford
  Henri Nouwen's timeless wisdom reminds us once again of the transformation that love brings, both when we allow ourselves to give love with abandon and when we allow ourselves to receive love.
  Caregiving too often is reduced to a list of tasks—doing the things that another individual cannot do independently. In six weeks of daily devotions inspired by the words of Henri Nouwen and intertwined with Scripture and prayer, Hope for Caregivers summons us away from our lists for a few moments each day and draws us to a fresh framework for the experience of giving care.

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  Healing Politics - A Doctor’s...

  Abdul El-Sayed, Ady Barkan

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  A child of immigrants, Abdul El-Sayed grew up feeling a responsibility to help others. He threw himself into the study of medicine and excelled—winning a Rhodes Scholarship, earning two advanced degrees, and landing a tenure-track position at Columbia University. At age thirty, he became the youngest city health official in America, tasked with rebuilding Detroit’s health department after years of austerity policies. 
  But El-Sayed found himself disillusioned. He could heal the sick—even build healthier and safer communities—but that wouldn’t address the social and economic conditions causing illness in the first place. So he left health for politics, running for governor of Michigan and earning the support of progressive champions like Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders. 
  In Healing Politics, El-Sayed traces the life of a young idealist, weaving together powerful personal stories and fascinating forays into history and science. Marrying his unique perspective with the science of epidemiology, El-Sayed diagnoses an underlying epidemic afflicting our country, an epidemic of insecurity. And to heal the rifts this epidemic has created, he lays out a new direction for the progressive movement. This is a bold, personal, and compellingly original book from a prominent young leader.

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  Climate Stewardship - Taking...

  Adina Merenlender, Brendan Buhler

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  Climate Stewardship shares stories from everyday people and shows how their actions enhance the resilience of communities and ecosystems across ten distinct bioregions. Climate science that justifies these actions is woven throughout, making it easy to learn about Earth's complex systems. The authors interpret and communicate these stories in a way that is enjoyable, inspiring, and even amusing. 
    
  California is uniquely positioned to develop and implement novel solutions to widespread climate challenges, owing to the state's remarkable biogeographic diversity and robust public science programs. Produced in collaboration with the UC California Naturalist Program, Climate Stewardship focuses on regenerative approaches to energy, agriculture, and land and water use across forested, agricultural, and urban landscapes. The authors' hopeful and encouraging tone aims to help readers develop a sense that they, too, can act now to make meaningful change in their communities.

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  The Seven Measures of the World

  Piero Martin

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  From the beginning of history, measurement has been interwoven into the human experience, shaping our understanding of nature, personal relationships, and the supernatural. We measure the world to know our past, comprehend the present, and plan the future. 
   
   
   
  Renowned physicist Piero Martin explores how scientific knowledge is built around seven key pillars of measurement: the meter for length; the second for time; the kilogram for mass; the kelvin for temperature; the ampere for electricity; the mole for quantity of substance; and the candela for luminous intensity. Martin examines the history and function of these units and illustrates their applications in rich vignettes on a range of topics—from quarks to black holes, from a glass of wine to space exploration. He delves into not only the all-important numbers but also anecdotes that underline each unit's special quality. At the same time, he explains how each unit contributes to important aspects of science, from classical physics to quantum mechanics, from relativity to chemistry, from cosmology to elementary particle physics, and from medicine to modern technology. Martin eloquently shows how the entire universe can be measured and understood using just seven units.

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  The Science of Health

  Scientific American

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  This audiobook contains a collection of columns written by Claudia Wallis, an award-winning science journalist whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Time, Fortune, and the New Republic. Claudia was the science editor at Time and the former managing editor of Scientific American Mind. 
  Together, these stories will demystify recent medical research and developments and expand your understanding of how these developments impact the mind and body. Section one sets the stage with a focus on cognition, neurological, and mental health; section two covers public health issues; section three focuses on the body; and the book concludes with innovative stories related to medicine and biotech.

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  Everyday Sleep Sounds - Distant...

  Sleeptime Publications

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  Drift Into Deep Sleep with the Comforting Sounds of Everyday Life. 
  Do you find silence unsettling when trying to sleep? Does a gentle background hum help you relax? Everyday Sleep Sounds recreates the soothing ambiance of a quiet café, complete with soft murmurs, distant voices, clinking coffee cups, and gentle background music, designed to lull your mind into a peaceful state.A Cozy, Relaxing Atmosphere to Help You Unwind. 
  Studies in Scientific Reports show that ambient background noise can enhance relaxation, improve focus, and promote better sleep by masking disruptive sounds and creating a sense of familiarity. The gentle hum of everyday life can be the perfect backdrop for unwinding after a long day.Simply Press Play and Let the Comforting Sounds Surround You. 
  With this audiobook, you’ll experience: 
  ✅ Four hours of immersive ambient recordings for relaxation and deep sleep 
  ✅ The gentle murmur of distant conversations to create a cozy, peaceful atmosphere 
  ✅ Clinking coffee cups and soft background music for a soothing, familiar soundscape 
  ✅ A natural way to mask noise and drift into restful sleepUnwind, Relax, and Sleep Soundly with Everyday Ambience. 
  Enjoy the comforting hum of a quiet café anytime. Press play now and let these everyday sounds help you relax and drift into peaceful sleep.

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