Modern Relationships

Imaging having a house full of empty closets. You have all this extra space, but it never gets put to use. The empty space is a lot like your memory capacity. Your brain is capable of retaining far more information than most of us will ever use - in fact only 20 percent of your brain’s memory-forming neurons are used in creating your memories. Just think what you could do if you took advantage of the amazing capacity of your own cognitive powerhouse. You could store countless amounts of facts, names, numbers, places - and retrieve it at will.

It's a lot of work to find the right person to spend the rest of your life with. Relationships have so many moving parts—attractiveness, trust, and honesty among them—that it might feel like there's no possibility of finding a long-term companion. Marriage is ideally a lifelong commitment, so finding the right partner is essential. This audiobook will guide you through finding the perfect partner that will be by your side as you grow through this journey of life. You will learn how to find the right partner and how to make your relationship last.

From the bestselling author of Home Comforts comes the “timely” (The New Yorker), “fascinating, and morally serious,” (The Wall Street Journal) story of our wedding vows—what they mean and why they still matter. In the West, marrying is so thoroughly identified with ceremonial promises...

Striking the right balance between career and motherhood is one of the most stressful, heart-wrenching tasks facing women today. In Torn, 46 women examine the conflict between the need to nurture and the need to work, and reveal creative solutions for having the best of both worlds. The stories in the collection offer hope and inspiration, but they also reveal the messy realities of modern motherhood and life's inevitable crises, both small and large.

We’re in the midst of a parenting climate that feeds on “more”: more expert advice, more gear, more fear about competition and safety, and more choices to make about education, nutrition, even entertainment.

As a closeted teen, Ian wondered if he would ever be able to live openly with a male partner. Years later, he had not one but two partners in a polyamorous throuple - what more could he ask for? But something was still missing.... Join Ian and his partners, Alan and Jeremy, as they embark on a sometimes hilarious, sometimes tearful quest to become parents.

Internet dating and relationship guide for 50+ women.

"The Confident Gentleman: Thriving in the Modern World" is more than just a guide; it’s an odyssey through the realms of self-discovery, resilience, and enriched living, aimed at equipping modern men with the tools to face life’s challenges with poise and dignity, all while exuding an authentic, magnetic confidence.

Are you a teen eager to unlock your potential or a parent ready to support your child's journey? "Money Skills Mastery for Teens" by Miles JD is the ultimate guide to transforming aspirations into reality. This comprehensive book provides practical tools, inspiring stories, and actionable steps to help teens navigate their career paths with confidence and excitement.

Renowned scholar Patrick Collinson is Regius Professor of Modern History, Emeritus, Cambridge. He states, "The Reformation (and Counter Reformation) was the blast furnace in which the modern state was forged." This engaging work offers a concise overview of the ecumenical revolution of the late medieval and Renaissance periods. Narrator John McDonough's presentation of the spiritual and the secular elements that led to religious reform will captivate listeners.

Unlock the secrets to a happy life with The Life Map. This isn't just another self-help book—it's a compass to your true self. Discover how to set up daily routines that work for you, cultivate meaningful relationships, and uncover your unique purpose in life. With relatable stories and actionable advice, you're not just listening—you're embarking on a transformative journey.

Sweet, supportive, dependable, selfless. Long before she had children of her own, journalist Carrie Mullins knew how mothers should behave. But how? Where did these expectations come from—and, more importantly, are they serving the mothers whose lives they shape? Carrie's suspicion, later crystallized while raising two small children, was that our culture’s idealization of motherhood was not only painfully limiting but harmful, leaving women to cope with impossible standards—standards rarely created by mothers themselves.

Being mentally tough is so beneficial for so many different reasons. It can benefit you in countless scenarios, whether that be in your personal or professional life. However, all too often, most of us tend to be lacking in this department, often to a level that means we miss out on potential opportunities and successes as a result.

A strong memory and healthy brain aren't as difficult to maintain as one might think; combining the latest neuroscience research with age-old wisdom about resilience, mindfulness, and stress reduction, Drs. Henry Emmons and David Alter show that vibrant aging is within reach.

The goal in life is always to live on your own terms, but what happens when you find a deeper way to understand how everyone around you feels and thinks? This answer is lengthy and complex, but it’s one that will set you free to be the person you’ve always known you can be deep down within yourself. Just remember to hold onto something that will reshape how you think about the rest of the world...you can achieve balance, peace and harmony in a way that puts negative energy in a box from which it can never escape.

Jeremy Colledge has embarked on a tour de force of all the major healing modalities and spiritual practices, finally settling on a reboot of an ancient Chinese exercise system called Zhineng Qigong. Dr. Pang Ming built this system from ancient understandings and launched it into the 20th century. Jeremy has taken this Eastern teaching and presented it here, along with many other ideas and exercises, giving them Western relevance.

Entlastend, erhellend und ermutigend! Der Mutterinstinkt klingt wahnsinnig plausibel, nach einem Bild inniger Liebe gepaart mit irrer Kompetenz. Der einzige Haken: Es gibt ihn nicht. Und das ist eigentlich ein Grund zum Jubeln! Denn die Erzählung vom Instinkt produziert unglaublich hohe Ansprüche an Mütter – und spart all jene aus, die Sorge für ein Kind tragen, ohne es geboren zu haben. Dieses Hörbuch erzählt von bahnbrechenden Forschungsergebnissen, die Elternschaft in einem ganz neuen Licht erscheinen lassen.

Discover the Transformative Power of Journaling! Are you ready to uncover the best version of yourself? How to Journal for Beginners by Robert Ransom is your ultimate guide to unlocking personal growth, self-awareness, and creativity through the timeless practice of journaling. This beginner-friendly book dives into both classic and modern journaling methods, offering a wealth of practical tips to help you reflect, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or have never put pen to paper, this book equips you with the tools to start—and sustain—a fulfilling journaling habit.

In a world that rewards hustle and glorifies excess, Kedren Crosby found herself drained by the very life she worked so hard to build—overwhelmed by work, overstimulated by technology, and overloaded with everything from commitments to clutter.

Emotional energy is in many ways our most precious resource. Emotions are the fuel for absolutely everything we say, do, and create, and emotions are directly responsible for the degree of personal and professional success that we enjoy in life. Successful people, no matter their profession or field of interest, all have one key characteristic in common: they are masters of managing their emotional energy. Simply put, they control their emotions, and don’t let their emotions control them.