Self Study

In this book, I take readers on a delightful journey through an eclectic mix of topics designed to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and provoke thought. Book ten in my "Get Smarter One Book at a Time" series explores a wide range of subjects, from the everyday to the eternal, through a blend of well-researched facts, personal insights, and imaginative exploration. With the help of advanced AI language models, I have curated a fascinating collection of ideas, studies, and observations that showcase the wonders of human knowledge and the power of technology. We explore uncommon musical ...

Psychologist Chris Mackey writes from personal experience, not only as a practitioner but also as a patient who has suffered serious mental illness. Formerly a rationalist with little time for non-scientific approaches, his own experiences and those of his patients have convinced him that synchronicity has a key role to play in helping us to tap into our intuitive and spiritual selves and guiding us through life.

So, what do you mean by talking to the “Boss?” It means…. reading the Bible! “It is so hard to understand.” “These stories aren’t relevant for today.” “Where do I begin?” “What lesson am I supposed to learn?” If these are thoughts you have about understanding the Bible, then keep reading! Life can be so hectic, sometimes hurtful, and even leave us feeling alone. Reading the Bible helps with life’s stresses and offers us hope, and who doesn’t want that? We need words that build us up and remind us of how much we are loved and VALUED! This book will offer easy to ...

This book of Daily Readings from the Gospels for a Year consists of three types of writings: a commentary for each of the 89 chapters of the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John), Bible stories derived from each of the chapters and Bible lessons also derived from those chapters. The commentaries form the spine, the backbone of the book; the stories and lessons flow naturally from each chapter. ChatGPT 4.0 and 4o did 95% of the writing; I then corrected, edited, and rewrote what was necessary. I was very impressed with the quality of the writing. Last year, working with ChatGPT 3.5, I ...

Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness. In order to do so, we must get in touch with who we are at our core. Only then can we realize how we need to show up in the world—how we want to express, without any apologies, our most authentic selves. Lessons from the Empress focuses on what the tarot can teach us about ourselves and provides exercises to strengthen our confidence in our own creative expression.

A tragic near-death accident turns triumphant and even joy-filled as the God of Grace pours his lavish love on Sheila Preston Fitzgerald, a Southern belle who brings her tenacious, can-do spirit to the fight for her life. Join Sheila as she recounts her heartfelt - at times horrific, at times hilarious - journey.

On the fifth anniversary of her death, and written during her long battle with cancer, Your Holiness is a thoughtful and poignant exploration of the godliness that resides in all of us. Infused with her trademark frank honesty and keen insight, it is a blueprint for recognizing and accepting our latent spirituality. Debbie combines motivational prayers with deeply personal stories about her own spiritual journey - how she struggled and eventually found her internal faith - and translates her experience into a practical path for transformation.

What does it mean to be Asian American? How does our racialization in the United States shape our lives and our worldviews? With candor and care, Ellie Yang Camp, a Taiwanese American educator, offers a set of ideas and frameworks to guide us toward a more nuanced understanding of these questions. Drawing on her experiences and observations from history, conversations with Asian American peers, and lessons derived from other people of color, Camp unpacks the confusing dynamics that underlie anti-Asian stigmas and stereotypes in the US.

Further Along the Road Less Traveled takes the lectures of Dr. Peck and presents his profound insights into the issues that confront and challenge all of us today: spirituality, forgiveness, relationships, and growing up. In this aid for living less simplistically, you will learn not to look for the easy answers but to think multidimensionally. You will learn to reach for the "ultimate step," which brings you face to face with your personal spirituality. It will be this that helps you appreciate the complexity that is life.

In this letter, the writer is trying to explain why she is completely unsatisfied with the relationship she finds herself in. Sometimes it is easy to see the writing on the wall, and to explore your rationalizations in words. But writing a letter to someone, is one thing. Actually getting them to not only listen, but to hear what it is you are trying to say, is another. Clearly the writer is conflicted. Love can overrule all the reasons in the world.

What lies at the edge of perception—and beyond the stars? Self and the Infinite: An Introduction to Solipsism and Cosmicism is a powerful volume containing two complete books that bring you face-to-face with the mysteries of existence. In Solipsism for Beginners, plunge into the ultimate exploration of self, perception, and reality. Then, in Cosmicism for Beginners, expand into the vast, indifferent universe inspired by the chilling visions of H.P. Lovecraft. Explore the Depths of Self and Reality Solipsism for Beginners guides you through a profound journey of introspection: if only your...

A powerful, experiential journey from white cult to Black consciousness: Harrison Mooney’s riveting story of self-discovery lifts the curtain on the trauma of transracial adoption and the internalized antiblackness at the heart of the white evangelical Christian movement.

Are you a Christian who has ever had questions about your faith that you were too afraid to ask? Do you want to deepen your understanding of the Bible and its teachings? Look no further than "15 Questions Christians are Afraid to Ask." This thought-provoking book tackles some of the toughest and most controversial questions facing modern Christians. It doesn't shy away from the hard topics, and instead approaches each question with honesty and an open mind. The book also explores how to interpret difficult and controversial passages in the Bible, such as those about slavery and the ...

The Christian Life is full of trials and temptations, and few temptations are as troubling or persistent than sexual temptations. These are also a great source of guilt, shame, and isolation for Christians who struggle. This book takes the secular relapse-prevention strategy of self-monitoring by several categories of risk and compares them to the Biblical record. Throughout God’s word, believers have shipwrecked their faith or damaged their lives when they were hungry, horny, angry, lonely, tired, or scared (HHALTS). Bruce Burns of Monument Ministries takes us through Biblical examples ...

A Comprehensive Guide to Navigating the Anxieties of Women's Midlife Transitions and Embracing a Purposeful Life. Are you overwhelmed with the transition into midlife? Are you longing for a way to move into the next chapter with fulfillment and hope? Are ready to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, growth, and a deeper understanding of God's grace? This groundbreaking book combines scientific findings and biblical wisdom to provide women with the tools and insights they need to face the anxieties of midlife with resilience and compassion.

You can use this list to build up your knowledge of Spanish words. It is a comprehensive list fully illustrated with examples of the words in English and Spanish to give you a good idea of how to use the word.

There are over 4000 promises and pledges from God to us in the Bible. It’s hard to comprehend so many vows given freely to us, let alone claim them. How did God know so long ago what promises we’d need, billions of people over seven thousand years in all cultures and times, and the promises He made way back in Genesis are still relevant in many ways to what we need now. Living the Promises of God takes just 42 of these promises, enough and a couple to spare for Lent or any other time of spiritual emphasis, and sets them in short daily devotionals to help you claim the promises of God in...

It was a wrong turn that changed everything. When Luma Mufleh—a Muslim, gay, refugee woman from hyper-conservative Jordan—stumbled upon a pick-up game of soccer in Clarkston, Georgia, something compelled her to join. The players, 11- and 12-year-olds from Liberia, Afghanistan, and Sudan, soon welcomed her as coach of their ragtag but fiercely competitive group. Drawn into their lives, Mufleh learned that few of her players, all local public school students, could read a single word. She asks, “Where was the America that took me in? That protected me? How can I get these kids to that America?”

Ultimate Modern and Practical devotional for fast-growing Teen guys to cultivate Faith, Hope, and Grace. “Becoming Who I am” is a collection of carefully chosen Bible scriptures that address the needs of growing teenage boys. Content has been developed, keeping in mind the mind and soul of teen boys. The devotions are articulated in easy to understand language to keep them interested. “Becoming Who I am” has 150 excellent devotions segregated into 15 sections : I AM in Christ I AM Me I AM a Son I AM a Friend I AM a Man I AM in Trouble I AM Confused I AM Angry I AM Jealous I AM an ...

"The same energy that created stars and galaxies lies dormant within your belly." So begins Master Yan Ming Li's spell­binding memoir recounting the challenges of growing up as a spiritually gifted child in a land where exploration of the unseen realms was forbidden. Like a Chinese Harry Potter, Li found solace in a mysterious and power­ful force he called the Light. But this is not a work of fiction. It's a true story. In the minutes of this audiobook, we learn how all of us can gain access to this benevolent, healing, and boundless Light. It is, in fact, our birthright.