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LIVES ON THE DOLE: THREE DIVERGENT TALES OF UNEMPLOYMENT IN BRITAIN consists of the following three stories: 1 – LIFE ON THE DOLE by FILIUS THOREAU: Filius Thoreau, arch-benefit fraudster and jaunty raconteur, celebrates the silver anniversary of his induction into the world of the workshy with his candid, but not too candid, autobiography in which he celebrates the unique and sinuous path he has steered through the minefield of work-obsessed modern Britain. From the dark days of the Poll Tax through the laissez-faire nineties to the ghastly government work schemes of the new millennium, ...

Maggie and Momma love going for walks. During every outing, Maggie learns about something new. Today's no different! Momma has arranged for Maggie to meet lots of people in her neighborhood. They all have different jobs. They all come from different cultures. They all use different things to help their bodies. Maggie doesn't just stop to chit-chat. Rather, she gets to the bottom of things. By asking the right questions, she discovers how many people with disabilities use aids to help them out. Let's find out how they work, too!

Living in an ever-more-fragmented society, it might seem daunting to make and maintain friendships. But what if we could overcome our isolation epidemic by harnessing the power of platonic relationships? In this rigorously researched and compelling book, friendship expert and psychologist Dr. Marisa G. Franco shares why making friends and forging platonic connections doesn't just help to combat loneliness and better our society, but will also help us to lead happier and more fulfilled lives.

This collection includes Hannah Honeypaw's Forgetful Day, Freya Snufflenose's Lost Laugh, Lottie Littlestripe's Midnight Plan, Matilda Fluffywing Helps Out and Maisie Dappletrot Saves the Day.

About Dr. LaShonda M. Jackson-Dean Dr. LaShonda M. Jackson-Dean an American Author of a variety of genres to include African American Studies, Women, Management, Militaristic, Motivational, Wellness, and Fitness Studies, Fiction as well as Non-fiction literature. She is a Motivational Speaker, Life, Transformational, and Total Wellness Coach. Dr. Jackson-Dean, adjunct professor, and entrepreneur gives voice to the voiceless through her writings and speaking. She is the author of A Phenomenological Study of the Underrepresentation of Senior Level African American Women in Corporations, Seed ...

Part catharsis, part diagnosis, this divinely wry collection from New Yorker and McSweeney's satirist Eli Grober will strike a chord with those who are dismayed by the chaos of our times. None of it will help—but a few good laughs won't hurt. Probably.

How Can I Help? portrays a week in the life of Dr. David Goldbloom as he treats patients, communicates with families, and trains staff at CAMH, the largest psychiatric facility in Canada. This highly listenable and touching behind-the-scenes account of his daily encounters with a wide range of psychiatric concerns - from his own patients and their families to Emergency Department arrivals - puts a human face on an often misunderstood area of medical expertise.

Children Can Learn How to Defeat Anxiety Like a Superhero! As Grayson deals with his anxiety, he discovers that not only is his mother a support and advocate for him, but Harvey and other friends in the zoo encourage and support him, too. Grayson's momma understands his anxiety and gives him some tools to help him calm himself. Grayson's friends provide him words of encouragement and let him know that they are there for him. In the end, Grayson is a "superhero" goat and tells his listeners that they can be, too.

The year was 1989. Spiritual forces were at work, calling out to those who could hear. The damage to the world that humans inflicted had just passed a critical point; the Earth could no longer be healed physically. A spiritual calling was being shouted from deep within the earth for aid, and many people heard the call at this time. All over the world, contemporary humans turned to traditional indigenous people for help. Many began seeking to live a more balanced, spiritual life.

Jeanne Ann is smart, stubborn, living in an orange van, and determined to find a permanent address before the start of seventh grade. Cal is awkward, sensitive, living in a humongous house across the street, and determined to save her. Jeanne Ann is roughly as enthusiastic about his help as she is about living in a van. As the two form a tentative friendship that grows deeper over alternating chapters, they're buoyed by a cast of complex, oddball characters who let them down, lift them up, and leave you cheering.

Millions of Americans currently suffer from allergies, and the rate is growing. Climate change, globalization, air pollution, and oversanitization of the environment in the early years of life are just a few of the causes that, taken together, have introduced new allergens into our environment that are wreaking havoc and causing needless suffering. According to Dr. Clifford W. Bassett, traditional remedies focus on treating symptoms but leave allergy sufferers vulnerable to continued bouts of misery.

Do you wish you were more confident in yourself? Is A Lack Of Confidence Holding You Back? Confidence is a significant part of our overall well-being. When you have confidence, you will thrive in all areas of your life, including your career, relationships, interactions with others, as well as helping with your self-image. Even the greatest leaders suffer from a lack of confidence from time to time. However, they’ve learned that they need to face their fears head-on and know that no matter what challenges they may meet, they can quickly move past them. Having a lack of confidence ...

Despite best intentions, it is easy to unintentionally finance autocrats by using benchmark indices, which often include bonds and stocks of countries slipping down the democracy rankings. In this timely book, Marcos Buscaglia, a Latin America economist, emerging markets expert, and an emerging voice on the relationship between democracy and markets, argues that the current ESG criteria has brought environmental and social standards into investment decisions, but its approach to democracy needs to be refined.

With cerebral palsy binding him to a wheelchair and slowing his speech, Todd's physical weaknesses have always been apparent. He's never had the option of hiding his weaknesses. Escape - impossible. But through God's movement in the trials, Todd became deeply thankful for what many would consider devastating. Weak Is the New Strong is an invitation to journey through Todd's touching stories and dynamic biblical explorations of God's view of weakness, and to discover how your greatest weakness - whatever it is - can be transformed by God's strength.

In "Quiet but Connected: A Guide for Introverts to Make Friends," author and fellow introvert, Luna Kunis, provides a compassionate and insightful roadmap to help introverts navigate the world of social connections. With practical tips and gentle guidance this book empowers introverts to overcome their social anxieties and build meaningful friendships. With an emphasis on self-acceptance, Luna explores various strategies to cultivate deeper connections, including finding compatible social environments, leveraging online platforms, and embracing the power of one-on-one conversations. Quiet ...

Do you suffer from chronic anxiety, panic attacks, depression, or chronic inflammation? Did you know that learning the techniques for Vagus Nerve stimulation can help you truly feel better? If you want to know how that’s possible, keep reading. This audiobook will guide you through the discovery of a fundamental part of your nervous system, and it will show you the characteristics and the potential of Vagus Nerve stimulation.

What do you do when your little dragon thinks the world is just out to get him? You teach him to adjust his attitude! How? Get this audiobook and learn how! Fun, cute, and entertaining, this is a must-have audiobook for children and parents to teach kids about changing negative behaviors and adjusting attitude.

Stoicism School is designed to give you the most in-depth look into the practicalities and concepts of a Stoic mind-set. It is a combination of the following three audiobooks stacked one on top of the other: Master the Ancient Philosophies of Productivity & Peace of Mind, Practical Ways to Harness Your Emotions & Thrive with This Philosophy, and Mindsets & Thinking Tools for Modern Day Success.

Discover the Strengths of Your ESFJ Personality and Thrive in a Life of Connection, Purpose, and Growth Are you an ESFJ seeking to better understand yourself, connect more deeply with others, and live a meaningful, well-balanced life? Or are you someone who loves an ESFJ and wants to understand what makes them so special? How to Navigate the World as an ESFJ is your essential guide to embracing your strengths, navigating challenges, and becoming the most fulfilled version of yourself. Known as the “Consul” personality type in the Myers-Briggs® (MBTI) framework, ESFJs are extraverted, ...

The world’s racial wounds seem as deep and as ugly as ever. Is there really any hope? The answer is yes, absolutely. In As It Is in Heaven, Ken Claytor explores this question, debunks myths and stereotypes about race and the issue of racism in the modern church, and encourages believers to get involved in enacting change right where they are. Can we change the entire world? No. But we can begin to change our world by holding conversations, listening, studying Scripture, and humbly admitting where we’ve been wrong.