Self Study

Though fashions may change, certain things never go out of style - like your favorite little black dress that can take you from a business meeting to a dinner party to a night on the town. But what makes it work is not the dress; it's how you present yourself while wearing it. A woman who is polite, well spoken, gracious, charming, and thoughtful is always welcome - though such women appear to be in short supply these days!

Do you want to increase your happiness and appreciate life more? Do you want to be constantly aware of how richly blessed you are? Do you want to focus on what really matters in life? Everybody should be able to live a happier life by constantly being grateful to God and expressing gratitude on a daily basis. We are personalizing the word of God so that you can use the word in a practical way, a way which personally applies to your life and to your circumstances.

We exist within a culture that encourages us—often with a frantic urgency—to try, and try harder. We are told to try a different approach, try to do or be better, try to squeeze in a little bit more. This is especially true of women, who not only have to try harder than men to receive access to the same opportunities and resources, but who are also conditioned to try in the name of meeting others' needs and expectations, often at the expense of their own well-being. In this book, Kate tackles hustle culture head-on, exploring the ways in which women are primed to become relentless strivers.

It seems obvious to say that we live in very self-conscious world, one where the ubiquity of social media provides a constant pressure to advertise and perform for friends and peers. Because we are living in one of the most connected eras in our history, our mental makeup is surely influenced by all of it.

Covers the words you need for modern life in Thailand with topics on home life, work and school environments, shopping, food and drink, sport and leisure, transport, technology and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Thai culture and enhance your experience of Thailand and its people, including food and drink, customs, celebrations and festivals.

From the New York Times best-selling author of Odd Girl Out, a deeply urgent audiobook that gives adults the tools to help girls in high school and college reject "supergirl" pressure, overcome a toxic stress culture, and become resilient adults with healthy, happy, and fulfilling lives. For many girls today, the drive to achieve is fueled by brutal self-criticism and an acute fear of failure. Though young women have never been more "successful" - outpacing boys in GPAs and college enrollment - they have also never struggled more.

El Poder del Ahora te permite entender que la única realidad es el presente, y así descubrir tu verdadero “yo”, que no se ve afectado por el tiempo, las experiencias, emociones o expectativas de los demás. También consigue demostrar cómo tu ego y tu mente son la causa de todos tus problemas.

Three powerful African-American female executives celebrate their gender and heritage as they share their secrets for success in this effective guide for businesswomen. Ways to communicate thoughtfully, trust yourself, and exude self-esteem are just a few tactics the authors discuss for those who want to enter the workforce as confident leaders.

학교에서 배운 지식만으로는 부족한 시대가 되었다. 사회는 빠르게 변화하고 있으며, 이 변화에 적응하기 위해서는 새로운 지식을 배울 필요가 있다. 하지만 다시 학교로 돌아가 배울 수 없는 이런 어른들을 위한 공부법이 바로 '독학'이다. 이 책의 저자 야마구치 슈는 경영학 학위, MBA도 없이 세계 1위 경영·인사 컨설팅 기업 콘페리헤이그룹의 파트너 자리에 올랐다. 철학과 미학미술사를 전공한 그가 일본에서 가장 주목받는 컨설턴트가 될 수 있었던 방법은 바로 '독학'이었다. 독학을 통해 자신에게 필요한 무기를 만들 수 있었다는 것이다. 삶에 필요한 무기를 만들어 지적 전투력을 높이기 위해서는 과연 어떻게 독학을 해야 하는가? 야마구치 슈가 알려주는 독학의 기술을 배워보자.

Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself (2011) by Kristen Neff is a self-help book rooted in evidence-based psychology. Too often, people suffer from the tendency to critique themselves too harshly....

This definitive box set includes all the landmark speeches of the great orator and American leader Martin Luther King, Jr., from his inspirational "I Have a Dream" to his firey "Give Us the Ballot." Comprised of recordings previously included in A Call to Conscience and A Knock at Midnight, The Essential Box Set is a must-have for any home, library, or school collection.

Dr. Mark Karris' The Diabolical Trinity is a thought-provoking manifesto and practical guide for those seeking healing from the harm caused by the toxic beliefs of Hell indoctrination—the unholy trinity of traumatizing beliefs in a tormenting Hell, a wrathful God, and human depravity.

Book summary of Grit by Angela Duckworth.

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young adult and adult intermediate learners of German. Short Stories in German for Intermediate Learners has been written specifically for students from a low-intermediate to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and, most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to B1-B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when listening.

After years of standard education, you may think that you could acquire or hone skills the way you did there. Unfortunately, you may be mistaken. That’s because standard education taught you how to pass tests. But it didn’t teach you how to think. It didn’t teach you the tips and tricks to actually retain what you’ve read or written in all those years.

Listen to everyday words and phrases in British English, then repeat, practise and refine! A relaxing way to pick up the language. Covers the words you need for modern life in the UK with topics on home life, work and school environments, shopping, food and drink, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern British culture and enhance your experience of the UK and its people, including food and drink, customs, celebrations, and festivals.

Everyone deplores narcissism, especially in others. The vain are by turns annoying or absurd, offending us whether they are blissfully oblivious or proudly aware of their behavior. But are narcissism and vanity really as bad as they seem? Can we avoid them even if we try? In Mirror, Mirror, Simon Blackburn, the author of such best-selling philosophy books as Think, Being Good, and Lust, says that narcissism, vanity, pride, and self-esteem are more complex than they first appear and have innumerable good and bad forms.

Nearly 2,000 years ago, Jesus told a simple parable about a family...a father and his two sons. It was a story of rebellion, repentance, and unfathomable grace. The Parable of the Prodigal Son still stands out as a crucial lesson about our struggle with sin and dependence on divine salvation. But there is a part of this story that often goes untold. It's a message you need to hear.

As witchcraft grows ever more popular, there are countless introductions and paths into magical practice to choose from—so many that you might not know where to begin. When you’re just getting started, it’s easy to be intimidated or discouraged or to feel that there’s no place for you in the craft.

Women confront fear every day: fear of appearing foolish, fear of being assertive, fear of looking fat, fear of getting sick, fear of going broke. Enter Arianna Huffington with timely and powerful advice on how to be bold. Arianna is fearless, but not by nature; she's had to learn and practice all her life. And in On Becoming Fearless, she puts it all on the table, exploring fearlessness at work, fearlessness in parenting, fearlessness in love, fearlessness in aging, and much more.