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  Liberalism as a Way of Life

  Alexandre Lefebvre

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  Where do you get your values and sensibilities from? If you grew up in a Western democracy, the answer is probably liberalism. Conservatives are right about one thing: liberalism is the ideology of our times, as omnipresent as religion once was. Yet, as Alexandre Lefebvre argues in Liberalism as a Way of Life, many of us are liberal without fully realizing it—or grasping what it means. Misled into thinking that liberalism is confined to politics, we fail to recognize that it's the water we swim in, saturating every area of public and private life, shaping our psychological and spiritual outlooks, and influencing our moral and aesthetic values—our sense of what is right, wrong, good, bad, funny, worthwhile, and more. This eye-opening book shows how so many of us are liberal to the core, why liberalism provides the basis for a good life, and how we can make our lives better and happier by becoming more aware of, and more committed to, the beliefs we already hold. 
   
   
   
  A lively, engaging, and uplifting guide to living well, the liberal way, Liberalism as a Way of Life is filled with examples from television, movies, stand-up comedy, and social media—from Parks and Recreation and The Good Place to the Borat movies and Hannah Gadsby. Along the way, you'll also learn about seventeen benefits of being a liberal and practical exercises to increase these rewards.

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  True Survival Stories from...

  The Past Uncovered

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  You love a true survival story, but most of them take twelve hours to tell one shipwreck, and you never get to the end before the commute changes.
  
  This audiobook gives you nine complete true disaster stories, each finished in a single sitting and each told through one real, documented survivor. You stand in the street as a city burns, hear a dam give way upstream, and count the minutes in a collapsed mine with the people who were actually there. Every account is built from inquiry records, survivor testimony and the reporting of the day, and every chapter closes with a short look at how we know what happened and how that night changed fire codes, building rules or rescue practice you still rely on.
  
  By the last chapter you will know how ordinary people think when the floor gives way, and why the world around you is built the way it is. Press play on the way to work, and let the survivors tell it themselves.

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  The Land of Peek-a-Boo

  Roz Rosenbluth

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  Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the story of “The Land Of Peek-a-Boo!” Tina loves to play Peek-a-Boo with her brother Timmy. When Tina jumps out of the closet and yells “Peek-A-Boo”, her brother is afraid.  And when Tina jumps out of the toy chest and yells “Peek-A-Boo,” Timmy tells her to STOP! Tina loves to scare Timmy and doesn't understand why he doesn't want to play this game. Find out what happens when Tina has a dream and goes to The Land of Peek-A-Boo. Will Tina understand how Timmy feels after being frightened in Peek-A-Boo Land? A positive ending adds interest to this adorable story and encourages a lifelong love for storytime.

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  The Expert Generalist - An...

  Monique Lecomte

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  The Expert Generalist: An Unpaved Road to Leadership is a compelling exploration of how fortitude, adaptability, and resilience can transform a life shaped by adversity into one of purpose and leadership. From growing up in poverty in the American South to thriving in global boardrooms, Monique Lecomte shares lessons on overcoming obstacles, embracing feedback, and finding strength in creativity and connection. Through personal stories and actionable insights, this book inspires readers to craft their path, embrace versatility, and lead with authenticity and vision. 
  Through candid stories—from navigating Southern Baptist culture to selling peaches in a K-Mart parking lot—Monique unpacks what it means to be an "expert generalist," someone who adapts, connects across disciplines, and innovates. She shares actionable insights with each chapter, empowering readers to stand tall, make new plans, and advocate for themselves. 
  Monique’s message encourages individuals and organizations to foster mentorship, pursue innovation, and lead purposefully. Her book is more than a story of overcoming adversity; it’s a call to embrace your unique journey, navigate your unpaved road, and design a life and career that reflects your true potential.

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  Science Of Everyday Decisions...

  Sybex Books

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  Have you ever wondered why you choose one thing over another? Why certain habits stick while others fade? Or how the countless small decisions you make every day—what to eat, where to go, or whom to talk to—shape the trajectory of your life? 
  The Science of Everyday Decisions: How Small Choices Shape Our Lives delves into the fascinating interplay of psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics to uncover the mechanisms behind our decision-making processes. This book reveals the subtle forces—both internal and external—that guide our actions, often without us even realizing it. 
  Explore how split-second choices and habitual behaviors define our relationships, careers, health, and happiness. Learn how biases, emotions, and context influence our judgments and why understanding these factors can help us make smarter, more deliberate decisions. 
  Through engaging anecdotes, groundbreaking research, and actionable strategies, this book offers tools to:Recognize and overcome decision-making traps.Build healthier habits and break unproductive cycles.Make confident choices in the face of uncertainty.Understand the ripple effect of small decisions on long-term outcomes. 
  Whether you're deciding what to prioritize at work, how to approach personal relationships, or simply choosing what to have for dinner, The Science of Everyday Decisions will empower you to take control of your life by mastering the art and science of decision-making

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  Five Practices for...

  Sharon I. Radd, Gretchen Givens...

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  This timely and essential book provides a comprehensive guide for school leaders who desire to engage their school communities in transformative systemic change. Sharon I. Radd, Gretchen Givens Generett, Mark Anthony Gooden, and George Theoharis offer five practices to increase educational equity and eliminate marginalization based on race, disability, socioeconomics, language, gender and sexual identity, and religion. For each dimension of diversity, the authors provide background information for understanding the current realities in schools and beyond, and they suggest "disruptive practices" to replace the status quo in order to achieve full inclusion and educational excellence for every child. 
   
  Assuming that leadership to create equity is a unique practice, the book offers: 
  Clear explanations of foundational terms and concepts, such as equity, systemic inequity, paradigms and cognitive dissonance, and privilege;Specific recommendations for how to build support and sustainability by engaging colleagues and other stakeholders in constructive dialogues with multiple perspectives;Detailed descriptions of routines and roles for building effective equity-leadership teams;Guidelines and tools for performing an equity audit, including environmental scans;A change framework to skillfully transform your system; andReflection activities for self-discovery, understanding, and personal and professional growth. 
   
  A call to action that is both passionate and practical, Five Practices for Equity-Focused School Leadership is an indispensable roadmap for educators undertaking the journey toward an education system that acknowledges and advances the worth and potential of all students. 
   
  This audiobook is skillfully read by Todd Belcher, and was produced and published by Echo Point Books & Media, an independent bookseller in Brattleboro, Vermont. Audio engineering by Blake Rook.

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