Embracing the Beauty in the Broken


Book Description

Sometimes life comes at us fast and a sucker punch lands without any warning. In a split second, we can find ourselves in the midst of life-changing choices, insurmountable obstacles, and heartbreaking hardships. Yet even in the darkest of days, there are choices presented to each of us with the power to prompt life to change its course. Within thirty candid chapters of conflict and resolution, Margarete Cassalina shares compelling stories of loss and perseverance through obstacles with authenticity and humor. Each life crisis shared provides a valuable message of choices, decisions, and the power of teachable lessons. Throughout her presentation, Margarete reminds all of us that we are not defined by our pasts and have the strength within to push past years of self-doubt, unforeseen hurdles, and sorrow by taking action via a “take it or leave it” approach. Included are practical exercises, discussion prompts, questions, and resources for anyone desiring an in-depth exploration of their own personal growth and journey. Embracing the Beauty in the Broken is a thought-provoking collection of life crises that provides the inspiration, motivation, and confidence to move beyond our obstacles and live our best lives.




Keep Calm and Carry a Big Drink


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"In this delicious follow-up to There's Cake in My Future, Seema, Nic and Mel are back, adjusting to their new lives as a bride-to-be, a mother-to-be, and a recently single girl looking for love It's been about a year since Mel, Nic and Seema pulled their magical charms out of the cake at Nic's bridal shower and each of their happily-ever-afters seemingly came true. Now, Seema is about to marry Scott in an elaborate three-day affair that's stressing out everyone, including her Maid of Honor, Mel. Nic is glowingly pregnant, and Mel... well, Mel feels as if she accidentally veered off the rails of her life at some point and isn't sure how to get back on. On top of the possible threat of a layoff from her teaching job, she is single yet again, and has to find her own place now that Scott's moving in with her roommate, Seema. Nic thinks Mel just needs a little something to help her figure it all out. and believes a cake pull at Seema's bridal shower will be just the thing. Since she's poured so much attention into building a career, never making time for travel, Mel decides to ask for the passport charm. But once again, the cake proves to have a mind of its own, giving her yet another unrequested charm. Mel decides it's time to take matters into her own hands. A spur of the moment decision leads her to Paris and then Maui, where she finds herself on an adventure that she never could have imagined, experiencing the trials and tribulations of a life suddenly and perfectly unplanned. And she begins to learn that, however nonsensical it may seem, the cake is never wrong"--




Crooked


Book Description

This book is about life. To describe life with a single metaphor would be like putting the universe into a single equation. With that complexity, everyone is always trying to figure everything out, their minds kicking up dust as they run and run. That’s when they get confused. But when they sit and breathe, the dust settles, and they see what was right in front of them all along. Picture this: if you’re living in the fast lane, everything is a blur outside your vehicle’s window. It is hard to appreciate those simple things if you do not slow down. Give meditation a try, and discover how the empty mind dwarfs the open mind.




The Bucket List


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A brilliant new Scandinavian noir series from Sweden introducing Agent John Adderley, already sold in 15 countries—now in paperback The Bucket List is the gripping debut novel by writing team Peter Mohlin and Peter Nyström, launching a stunning new Nordic noir series featuring Swedish-American FBI Agent John Adderley. Like the best writers of the genre, such as Henning Mankell and Jo Nesbø, Mohlin and Nyström combine a strong crime story with a novel of psychological richness and depth for an irresistible read. The Bucket List starts when undercover FBI Agent John Adderley wakes up in a hospital bed in Baltimore with extensive gunshot wounds. He knows he’s lucky to be alive. And just a few beds away is the man who 24 hours ago pointed a gun to his head. Ten years earlier in Sweden, Emelie, the young heiress to (an H&M-esque) clothing empire AckWe has gone missing. When local police find blood and semen in a deserted area, they arrest a teenage boy. He denies the charges, and since the body is never found, he can’t be prosecuted. Back to the present, Emelie’s high-profile cold case file is sent to Agent Adderley, now living in Sweden (where he’s not lived since he was a boy) in witness protection, hiding until he can testify against the drug cartel he infiltrated back in the States. Adderley is determined to solve Emelie’s case, but, at the same time, he knows that the drug cartel has a price on his head . . .




My Life List


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Life lists - a record of aims and goals - are results-oriented, quantifiable and upbeat, a tangible sign of hope for the future. They help us boil down the essentials of our search for meaning and happiness into simple and fundamental elements. This title includes a motivational and instructive introduction and inspiring quotes.




KEEP CALM


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Stop living in your head and get into your life and the present. Life can be peaceful, so come discover how. A peaceful and happy life starts with our thoughts. But what if you can't stop spiraling or ruminating? Let's turn that frown upside-down. Wisdom from philosophers, scientists, writers, and emperors -- all made actionable. KEEP CALM is a book that understands where you’ve been through,the exhausting situation you’ve put yourself into, and how you lose your mind in the trap of anxiety and stress. Acclaimed author Nick Trenton will walk you through the obstacles with detailed and proven techniques to help you rewire your brain, control your thoughts, and change your mental habits. What’s more, the book will provide you scientific approaches to completely change the way you think and feel about yourself by ending the vicious thought patterns. Learn to control the root of your happiness. Nick Trenton grew up in rural Illinois and is quite literally a farm boy. His best friend growing up was his trusty companion Leonard the dachshund. RIP Leonard. Eventually, he made it off the farm and obtained a BS in Economics, followed by an MA in Behavioral Psychology. Stop worrying, overthinking, stressing, and living in a cloud of anxiety. -Understanding the surprising and underrated root of your fears and anxieties -Mastering your inner voice and how we are all doing it wrong -How "mental distance" is a powerful weapon in protecting your calm state of mind -The massive power of the mindset of "So what?!" -Needs versus wants and how this distinction is keeping you in agony -Separating between the past, the future, and the present -- and figuring out which one you spend the most time in -How to "ride the wave" to success and more about this unique technique -Finding our default states and altering it to our advantage




Keep Calm and Parent On


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From a modern-day Mary Poppins and the former star of TLC’s Take Home Nanny comes a holistic and guilt-free approach to parenting children ages seven and under. Emma Jenner lives, teaches, and nannies by this philosophy: if parents are in control, they can enjoy their children more. And what could be more enjoyable than well- behaved, respectful, healthy, thriving kids? Keep Calm and Parent On effectively places parenting expert Emma Jenner on your shoulder, helping you see your child’s behavior from an objective standpoint that puts you firmly in charge. Each chapter opens with a checklist of questions to ask yourself when you run into a specific problem, whether it’s sleeping, nutrition, communication, manners, consequences, or self-esteem. Jenner then breaks down each checklist, explaining how bad behavior is really just a habit that needs to be corrected. By connecting the dots in all areas of your child’s life, you can understand why he or she is acting out—and how to fix it. For example, the best discipline techniques in the world won’t work if a child is sleep-deprived, and a child will not demonstrate good manners if communication is faulty and he doesn’t understand what’s expected of him. Each chapter also features handy sidebars, as well as instructive and memorable quizzes. A strong proponent of raising our expectations, Jenner shows how parents can do more by doing less for their children. With an interactive format and straightforward solutions, this invaluable guide is designed to give parents bite-size takeaways they can use immediately with their children. Jenner’s blend of British and American parenting styles is more than advice; it is proof that all children are capable of behaving—and that you have the keys to unlocking their potential.




Do Pause


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Machines are designed to run constantly; people aren't. Our coping mechanisms are meditation apps, weekend breaks and annual holidays, but things soon revert. To prosper, we need a more sustainable approach - an ability to pause. Do Pause looks at the importance of this subtle yet powerful idea to communication, creativity, relationships - as well as our wellbeing and sanity. With practical tools to help you create new habits or make more significant lifestyle choices, you'll discover ways to: Reset and regenerate; Deepen your thinking and experiences; Take back control of your time; Reconnect with other people - and yourself. From taking a breath to taking a sabbatical, a pause can be many things. And the good news is, even just a small pause every now and again can make a real and lasting difference.




Keep Calm and Log On


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How to survive the digital revolution without getting trampled: your guide to online mindfulness, digital self-empowerment, cybersecurity, creepy ads, trustworthy information, and more. Feeling overwhelmed by an avalanche of online content? Anxious about identity theft? Unsettled by the proliferation of fake news? Welcome to the digital revolution. Wait—wasn't the digital revolution supposed to make our lives better? It was going to be fun and put the world at our fingertips. What happened? Keep Calm and Log On is a survival handbook that will help you achieve online mindfulness and overcome online helplessness—the feeling that tech is out of your control—with tips for handling cybersecurity, creepy ads, untrustworthy information, and much more. Taking a cue from the famous World War II morale-boosting slogan (“Keep Calm and Carry On”), Gus Andrews shows us how to adapt the techniques our ancestors used to survive hard times, so we can live our best lives online. She explains why media and technology stress us out, and offers empowering tools for coping. Mindfulness practices can help us stay calm and conserve our attention purposefully. Andrews shares the secret of understanding our own opinions'' “family trees” in order to identify misleading “fake news.” She provides tools for unplugging occasionally, overcoming feelings that we are “bad at technology,” and taking charge of our security and privacy. Andrews explains how social media algorithms keep us from information we need and why “creepy ads” seem to follow us online. Most importantly, she urges us to work to rebuild the trust in our communities that the internet has broken.




LOVE YOUR LIFE


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Dear Readers, 1. Do you think it is too late for you to dream Big? 2. Do you think you are not allowed to dream? 3. Do you have this feeling that Life is controlling you and not the other way around? 4. Are you unable to control your negative thoughts? 5. Are you waiting for a passion to come to you on a platter that you can follow? While losing out on what you have in your hands right now? -- If the answer to any of the above questions is yes, well, this book is for you. This is my first ebook, written with a reason to share and be resourceful for the people in need. My YouTube channel is "Wonder Tips" and that is what I have tried to do with my ebook as well. I share with you a list of 41 tips (full of wonder) for your life's transformation. This book's 41 goldmine points are going to transform the reader's thought process. I am very sure. Your support is much needed for me to give the best in my next ventures. All the best my readers. It is one thing to read a book with an intention to finish it cover to cover, but this book should be chewed and digested thoroughly. Read, even re-read the chapters you think need to be worked upon. If you have bought this book, you are amongst very few who don't want to settle for what they have, you are amongst the few who wish to take control of your life and live with satisfaction. -- I see you as a small boat right now, I know you have the potential to become a Cruise Ship! One thing I want you to know right now is: An entire sea of water can't sink a ship unless it gets inside the ship. Similarly, the negativity of the World can't put you down unless you allow it to get inside you. THE AUTHOR HAS BEEN A VETERAN OF THE TEXTILES INDUSTRY FOR THE LAST 43 YEARS. HE IS A VERY GOOD MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, BLOGGER, PODCASTER, YOUTUBER. The author is an experienced technical graduate with more than 43 years of experience in textiles. I have attended a lot of seminars, workshops, and training programs. During my office life, I realized that I am a very good motivator for my team. I was taking regular motivational and educational classes for my associates. I do not remember that I had to speak wrong in my meetings. I could see that I could give something to the masses. I realized that giving is loving. So I started writing and this ebook is a small gift to my readers. If this ebook helps even a single person in this World, I would have achieved my Goal. Please don’t hesitate your valuable feedback, it will help me improve further. HE HAS WRITTEN HIS FIRST E-BOOK WITH THE BLESSING OF HIS PARENTS, BROTHER & AND BROTHER-IN-LAW TO WHOM THIS BOOK HAS BEEN DEDICATED. I am thankful to my loving father who is a veteran writer of Indian Chemistry, agriculture & Home science books. I have seen him writing since I understood my father's writing skills. I got my inspiration to write from him. I am also thankful to all good writers like James Clear, Robin Sharma, Tony Robbins, Nitin Soni, Jim Ron & Arfeen Khan. -- Kindle eBook Links: India: https://amzn.to/2AQMRWH US and all other Countries: https://amzn.to/3hRy6Do -- Regards, VK CHAUDHRY B.Text. MBA (marketing) www.vkcmotivation.com Motivational Speaker, Author, Blogger, Podcaster, Technical consultant India www.Youtube.com/c/wondertips www.Youtube.com/c/goldystastefulkitchen