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While young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it’s hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about tough issues from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.

Coming out can be awkward enough. Now try it as a Catholic schoolboy in 1970s Ohio. In this fearless and funny true story, the host and founder of the hit podcast RISK! shares all. From first grade through junior high, twelve-year-old Kevin and his best friend, Ben, were inseparable. But when Kevin divulged his biggest secret, Ben froze him out. The pint-size cold war lasted two years - until they went head-to-head for student council president. Team Ben’s smear campaign began. The school took sides. And Kevin decided to run with it.

Equip your child with the tools they need to succeed in both finance and social interactions with this comprehensive 2-in-1 book bundle! Book 1: Investing for Kids Imagine a world where your child confidently navigates the complexities of finance, makes informed decisions, and understands the value of money from an early age. This guide provides the essential knowledge to help children build a strong foundation for financial independence and prosperity. Through simple yet effective lessons, your child will learn how to start saving, investing, and growing their money over time. They'll ...

Dare to be bold. The Awakening to Authenticity Collection is the ultimate leap inward. Journey into your inner space and watch your true self emerge. Make your way through these pages to begin embracing a self-guided, genuine, and empowered life whilst discovering how to listen to your heart and answer to your soul. Dive headfirst into the work that will guide you beyond your conscious reality, and deep within your authentic self.

This audiobook brings together 500 profound insights from 250 of the world's most influential minds. With quotes from Rosa Parks to Babe Ruth, Georgia O'Keeffe to Fyodor Dostoevsky, this collection captures the timeless essence of human thought and experience. In our fast-paced world, these quotes offer a moment of pause. They challenge, inspire, and illuminate, providing a lens through which to view our own lives and the world around us.

Three of Dr. Laura's Ten Stupid Things audios, all in one bundle.

Sex and Cupcakes is a collection of essays from writer Rachel Kramer Bussel reflecting on her years as a sex columnist and cupcake blogger, detailing her dirty and sweet sides as well as sexual adventures, politics, heartbreak, tattoos, and more.

All of us have the desire to be secure – healthy, wealthy and able to easily meet our needs. Unfortunately, many of us have been taught that we can’t have or don’t deserve wealth, and as a result, we struggle financially and keep ourselves from the abundance that we were born to have. You may not have realized that within you is the power to manifest all of the things that you dream of, including wealth and abundance.

It’s time to stop second-guessing yourself and start building the qualities that will make you an authentic, amazing leader. In the past century, women have scaled new heights in the workplace. From working as clerks and secretaries in the 1950s, women today are now holding top positions in the world’s largest corporations. Yet, women remain vastly underrepresented in leadership roles, making up only five percent of Fortune 500 CEOs, and 10 percent of top management positions in S&P 1500 companies, despite accounting for 47 percent of the labor workforce.

Mental and emotional discomforts run more profound than physical ones but are barely visible. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one in four children will experience anxiety in their lifetime. Do you have any idea about your kid's symptoms and triggers? This book will help you identify your child's triggers and learn how to overcome anxiety, stress, and fear.

Thousands and thousands of copies of "Father's Day", Donald J. Bingle's award-winning, humorous, short memoir have been downloaded by sons, daughters, mothers, and fathers for Father's Day, as well as for birthdays, anniversaries, and other family occasions, garnering it 4+ stars on Amazon.

"It takes an entire lifetime to learn how to die", wrote the Roman Stoic philosopher Seneca (c. 4 BC-65 AD). He counseled readers to "study death always", and took his own advice, returning to the subject again and again in all his writings, yet he never treated it in a complete work. How to Die gathers in one volume, for the first time, Seneca's remarkable meditations on death and dying. Edited and translated by James S. Romm, How to Die reveals a provocative thinker who speaks with a startling frankness about the need to accept death or even, under certain conditions, to seek it out.

Taking responsibility for your life is one of the hardest things there is. Being on your own, without someone to give you specific instruction, can feel overwhelming, even if you love what you do. It’s easy to feel distracted and lose sight of your goals when you feel like you have all the time in the world.

The new dating craze among the divorced, recently broken up with, and frustrated singles of Los Angeles starts with the creation of “the List.” The converted swear by it - just write down everything you want in a partner, and the cosmos will provide. But could such a simple, old-fashioned technique actually work? Enter Jade, who investigates this increasingly popular path to a soul mate, with charming and hilarious effects, tracing the history of list making - and learning about dating and love along the way.

The Soft Girl Handbook is a comprehensive guide to the emerging subculture of soft girls. Soft girls are known for their dreamy, whimsical aesthetic, empathy, compassion, and their dedication to authenticity and creativity. This audiobook delves into the different aspects of soft girl culture, from the fashion and makeup trends to the mindset and values that define this movement.

I've been through the trenches of narcissistic abuse. I've endured the hurt, heartache, and humiliation at the hands of the one person who ought to care for me: my partner. He would belittle me, berate me, and make me feel full of self-doubt and dread. Being told I was worthless, useless, and that I was lucky to have him eventually took its toll, and I ended up broken and shattered.

In his essay On Anger, the Roman Stoic thinker Seneca argues that anger is the most destructive passion. This splendid new translation of essential selections from On Anger, presented with an enlightening introduction, offers listeners a timeless guide to avoiding and managing anger. Drawing on his great arsenal of rhetoric, including historical examples, anecdotes, quips, and soaring flights of eloquence, Seneca builds his case against anger with mounting intensity.

Discover the timeless wisdom of As a Man Thinketh by James Allen, the original 1902 classic that has inspired generations to harness the power of their thoughts and unlock their true potential.

Imagine having the tools to persuade someone, manipulate an outcome, or use people’s behavioral characteristics to your adventure. Reverse Psychology, Methods of Persuasion, and Art of Manipulation the Ultimate (3 in 1 Book Collection) shares insider secrets about how these three concepts are used and in what situations.

In a world where social media, online relationships, and relentless self-absorption threaten the very idea of deep and lasting friendships, the search for true friends is more important than ever. In this short book, famous Roman politician and philosopher Cicero offers a compelling guide to finding, keeping, and appreciating friends. With wit and wisdom, Cicero teaches not only how to build friendships but also why they must be a key part of our lives. For, as Cicero says, life without friends is not worth living.