Difficult Times

After a lifetime of being bullied, Daelyn is broken beyond repair. She has tried to kill herself before, and is determined to get it right this time. Though her parents think they can protect her, she finds a Web site for "completers" that seems made just for her. She blogs on its forums, purging her harrowing history. At her private Catholic school, the only person who interacts with her is a boy named Santana. No matter how poorly she treats him, he just won’t leave her alone. And it's too late for Daelyn to be letting people into her life...isn’t it?

HURDLES is a common sense approach to identifying the obstacles people face and ways to overcome those obstacles. Using analogies, references from books and movies, as well as sharing personal experiences, Ric Vandett provides a thought-provoking guide to personal growth and happiness.

Discover the money-making tricks that help the rich and wealthy weather the worst economic storms. With the inflation rate at its highest since 1981, millions of Americans are scrambling to make ends meet as their living expenses shoot through the roof. Even some of the world’s richest individuals have lost trillions of dollars in not-so-promising crypto and stock investments. If you’re looking to start investing your way to financial freedom, chances are you may end up losing more than you gain. That is, unless you know which investments to make during an economic downturn, and when.

Undocumented is the story of immigrant workers who have come to the United States without papers. Everyday these men and women join the workforce and contribute positively to society. Juan grew up in Mexico working in the fields to help provide for his family. Struggling for money, he crosses over into the United States and becomes an undocumented worker, living in a poor neighborhood and working hard to survive. Although he is able to get a job as a busboy at a restaurant, he is severely undercompensated - he receives less than half of the minimum wage!

Are you one of millions of people losing regular income? Do you need to start earning money from home and spending it wisely? Do you want to know why most of the 57 million US freelancers do not want to return to nine-to-five jobs? Have you ever dreamed to become a successful entrepreneur? Online livelihoods are a growing industry (15 percent in 2019), and in this audiobook, I’ll show you how you can create a sustainable income by working online and save thousands a year.

Hard times make us look for God. Everyone has problems. But if we could solve all our difficulties ourselves, would we ever search for God? Psychologist John Townsend says "It is actually the very unfixability of our problems and our powerlessness to bring right results that keep us asking...

Dr. Maryann Mercer, co-author of Change Your Underwear, Change Your Life, and Spontaneous Optimism—and host of the popular podcast, Positive Life Answers—teaches listeners to use solutions-focused tools and techniques for developing easy optimism habits, with the ultimate goal of creating the life he or she desires!

Blink, man, what were you thinking? Sneaking into the hotel for a hot breakfast  -  hot scraps of someone else’s breakfast, really. Couldn’t you just feel  that it was a wrong place/wrong time scenario? Even before you heard the banging and saw those dudes in suits jet it out of room 1616? Now you’re not only witness to a crime; you’re linked to it, thanks to the smartphone you were stupid enough to jack from the room. And then there’s Caution. As in “Caution: Contents Under Pressure.” She’s also on the run, from a skeezy drug-dealer boyfriend and from a nightmare in her past that won’t let her go.

When Veronica and her friend, Kirk, decide to investigate why, they stumble upon a more sinister plot than they ever could have imagined. One of Veronica’s high school teachers is crippled by the fact that his dead daughter has never returned as a ghost, and he’s haunted by the possibility that she’s waiting to reappear within a fresh body. Veronica seems like the perfect host. And even if he’s wrong, what’s the harm in creating one more ghost?

Podemos permitir que as circunstâncias da vida nos endureçam, deixando-nos cada vez mais cheios de medos e ressentimentos, ou podemos nos tornar mais abertos em relação ao que nos assusta. Nós sempre temos escolha. Na maioria das vezes, tentamos nos proteger através da raiva, do ciúme, da inveja, da arrogância e do orgulho, mas não conseguimos vencer a incerteza e o medo com essas barreiras. Temos que aprender a nos relacionar com o desconforto usando outras ferramentas, como a bondade e a compaixão.

Dive into the captivating world of Habakkuk, a humble prophet chosen by God to deliver messages of faith and trust amidst turbulent times. In 'Habakkuk’s Prayer: Trusting in Difficult Times,' children will embark on an inspiring journey through the Old Testament, exploring themes of justice, mercy, and unwavering faith.

Trauer – so gut wie jeder Mensch wird diesem Gefühl in seinem Leben begegnen, oft nach einem schweren Verlust. Verlust kann verletzen, überwältigen und entmutigen. Ein Mensch, der jemanden verliert, findet sich nicht selten in einem Labyrinth der Emotionen wieder, dessen Pfade von Schwere und Dunkelheit durchzogen sind.

For over 2,500 years, the teachings of Buddhism have guided spiritual seekers, philosophers, and everyday people who want more from life. You’re probably already familiar with some Buddhist concepts, such as “meditation” and “karma”. But, what about “Buddhahood” and “the 10 worlds?” Ideas like these are unfamiliar to the Western mind-set, making the language of Buddhism difficult for outsiders to understand.

They have nothing but time...to hate each other. In Julian, California, every day is April 23rd—and in a time loop, there are no rules. Eating endless slices of fresh apple pie? Yes. Partner swapping? Why not. Being trapped inside the plot of a sci-fi film would almost be inspiring for LA...

Why does God allow adversity? God has a plan and a purpose for each of us, and He can turn things to good regardless of the situation we face. These two key principles–rooted in Scripture and evidenced in the lives of Christians throughout the ages–should color the lenses through which all...

Divorce is a lot like losing someone. It is the death of a marriage. It is a sheer and brutal act of abandonment. It is extremely personal. Even after the meanest separation or divorce that caught you off guard, you may achieve this level of self-acceptance and forgiveness. This doesn’t mean you deny what they did to you or run away from the pain. Instead, you allow yourself to experience it all—the guilt, shame, anger, and disappointment—and move through it. If that’s how you’re feeling right now, this book is for you.

From the author of The Secret Tale of Starlit Dreams now comes a new story, touched with a heartfelt depth. In The Hidden Ways of Hope Reborn, a visual and musical journey ensues, enfolding the listener with perspectives and reflections that evoke a unique expression of an ancient strength of character. Atmospheric scenery and sights calm the nervous system, engaging the imagination and leading up to the unfolding of a grand story - a story based on true events that has moved countless hearts and left an imprint in the consciousness of humanity.

As a doctor who has seen many hopeless patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many burnt-out colleagues who are struggling with their personal life, I have put a magical formula into the words. These secrets can help anyone manage the stressful times and planning for the better coming days. So, I am writing this book with the intention of bringing you all the aspects you need in order to truly establish new habits that last.

We all have our problems. We all experience moments of exasperation and turmoil surrounding the question ''Why me?'' or more importantly "What now?" when life seemed to go awry. Wouldn't it be great to have the answer to those questions?

The area of using meditation for self-healing has been of great interest to brain researchers around the globe. It was proven that meditation will help you overcome anxiety and depression. By reducing stress, it will also help you rebalance your hormones and keep your heart healthy. In short, meditation can transform the mind, and the mind can transform the body. If you are new to meditation, this beginner-friendly audiobook will help you to get started! You are going to feel immediately refreshed and at peace once you complete your very first meditation, and then you'll never stop.