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Have you moved to a new country and found yourself struggling to feel at home? Whether you followed your spouse abroad, relocated for work, or left due to political unrest, adjusting to life in an unfamiliar place can be overwhelming. Surviving Voluntary Exile helps you navigate the emotional and practical challenges of expatriate life, offering strategies to overcome obstacles and build a fulfilling future. With guided exercises, recommended readings, and journal prompts, this book empowers you to embrace change, find your footing, and create the life you’ve imagined in your new home.

"500 Amazing Facts About the Negro, Volume III: Africa" is the third installment of the critically acclaimed 500 Amazing Facts About the Negro series by Chase McGhee. This volume takes readers on a captivating journey through Africa’s remarkable and often overlooked history, uncovering its profound influence on human civilization. From the world’s oldest astronomical observatory at Nabta Playa to the advanced engineering of ancient African empires, this book shines a light on Africa’s innovations, resilience, and cultural brilliance. With meticulously researched facts and compelling ...

Jesus taught a new way of thinking and a new set of values, living in an alternate reality. An examination of the sayings of Jesus as well as his parables and teaching stories show that Jesus turned upside down the accepted values of the day. Jesus’ values stood in contrast to the values of the religious and political establishment. As Jesus and his disciples embodied these values, they called attention to the contrast which often provoked the ire of the religious and political establishment.

Let’s Get Civil – Expanded Leadership Guide (2025) A practical playbook for building trust, clarity, and accountability at work. Are workplace culture issues eroding your team’s trust, morale, or momentum? Are you tired of surface-level leadership advice that ignores the real power dynamics at play? Let’s Get Civil isn’t just a leadership book—it’s a culture repair toolkit for managers, HR leaders, DEI practitioners, executive coaches, and team facilitators who are ready to move beyond "nice" and into clarity-centered, trust-driven leadership. Inside, Dr. Martina Carroll-...

Inspired by TRUE Events! - In a historical with romance, action-adventure, family, foreign and national intrigue between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, all kinds of exciting things...Through blizzards, gale-force winds, temperatures falling below -80, and over 700 miles of death-dealing terrain, teams of brave men and courageous and smart dogs of in dominatable fighting spirit, mush sleds across the Alaska wilderness, in an around the clock relay, race with lifesaving serum for 11,000 plague-ravaged people inaccessible by everything, but death and their determined rescuers, warring with the...

What does the world really think about America? For decades, the United States has been admired, criticized, imitated, and debated. It’s the birthplace of Hollywood, fast food, and global pop culture. But beyond the stereotypes, how do people across the globe actually see America—and Americans? Award-winning journalist René Zografos spent seven years interviewing thousands of people from all seven continentsto uncover the truth about America’s global reputation. In this fascinating book, you’ll hear perspectives from everyday citizens, world travelers, and even celebrities like ...

*** Global Book Awards 2024 SILVER MEDAL WINNER for Contemporary Romance *** She is madly in love. But he can’t see past his pain. Will he ever open up to her? Can a man with a tortured past allow himself to be loved? Axel, a striking young artist, haunted by his childhood trauma, finds peace within himself through art – expressing himself on canvas – and through the company of his favourite horse. His torment becomes the source of his inspiration to paint. One night, Hyunah stumbles into his atelier, igniting a spark neither of them could foresee. He takes her out to discover Vienna ...

Historians and economists commonly cite natural disasters and foreign invasions to explain cultural collapses. The problem is, human families have been suffering and overcoming disasters for thousands of years. Humans cover most of the earth; they have learned to live on polar ice and in arid deserts. They have adapted to tropical islands and rain forests. Humans live literally everywhere. And wherever humans wander, they create cultures and civilizations. Civilizations fall apart when human economies and cultures collapse. The question is--what forces, over long, long time periods, divide ...

.......... Gain insights into Indian Way-of-Life ........... ............... and Enjoy Your India Travel ................ This book helps you overcome the Indian cultural barriers and enjoy your India Travel. This book acts as a companion guide for India Travel. You get the best experience of Indian culture, through the character of John. This story of John makes you feel, relate, understand, and experience the way Indians live. If you are traveling to India, this book will help you a lot in getting along with Indians and enjoying India. It takes you through the real-life situations of ...

Embark on a transformative journey through the timeless practice of yoga with *Celebrating Yoga Day*. This enlightening book explores the rich history and profound philosophy of yoga, while seamlessly connecting it to the fast-paced, technology-driven world of today. Discover how yoga has evolved to meet contemporary needs, from the bustling urban centers to serene rural retreats. Probe into the myriad ways yoga integrates into modern healthcare, education, workplaces, and personal wellness routines. Gain insights into cutting-edge trends like AI-powered personalized yoga, VR experiences, ...

Discover the vibrant world of tiki culture with Tiki Treasures: A Collector’s Guide to the History and Art of Tiki Glassware. Perfect for collectors, cocktail lovers, and vintage design enthusiasts, this engaging guide dives into the colorful past and present of tiki glassware—from the origins of tiki bars to the modern revival of Polynesian pop. Whether you're new to collecting or already curating a shelf full of tropical mugs, this book is your ultimate companion. Inside, you’ll learn: The fascinating history of tiki culture and how it inspired iconic tiki glassware How to identify,...

The Fascinating History of Ancient Egypt for Teens: Pyramids, Pharaohs, and the Secrets of the Nile Step into the world of ancient Egypt—a land of mighty pharaohs, towering pyramids, and incredible inventions. This book is packed with exciting stories, surprising facts, and real-life mysteries that bring history to life in a way that teens will love. From secret tombs and powerful queens to bizarre customs and strange gods, this book explores both the famous and lesser-known sides of ancient Egypt. Teens will discover how the Egyptians built pyramids without modern tools, why they ...

Embark on a journey of transformation and innovation with "The Innovative Mindset." How can you unlock your untapped potential and conquer challenges with confidence? This book provides practical strategies and real-world examples to empower you on your quest for creativity and adaptability. Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, or artist, it's your guide to embracing growth and seizing opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Here are the five major highlights of "The Innovative Mindset": ★ Practical Strategies: Explore actionable techniques to transform theoretical ...

POV: You built your whole personality around kindness, candles, and curated captions… and now the internet wants your head. Poppy Lennox has it all: a flawless feed, a soft life aesthetic, and a wellness brand built on empathy, affirmation, and artisanal candles. But when a well-meaning act of “performative kindness” spirals into a full-blown public meltdown, Poppy finds herself rebranded — not as an influencer, but as a walking warning sign. Welcome to the downfall era. 🕯️ A charity brand with no receipts. 🥂 A brunch that backfired. 📱 An intern with the receipts. 🔥 ...

As a freelance travel journalist Mark Eveleigh has written more than 850 full-length features for some of the world’s most prestigious publications – including BBC Wildlife, BBC Travel, CNN Travel, Telegraph, The Independent and National Geographic. PRAISE FOR 'MAVERICK IN MADAGASCAR' ‘A personal account of two decidedly unusual Malagasy journeys – trips no tour operator would recommend – completed with a plodding, somewhat touchy zebu pack-bull and a guide in a bulletproof vest. Fascinatingly crazy stuff that makes for good reading. Snippets of the country’s history – pirates...

Unlock the secrets to thriving in the digital work environment with "Mastering Team Dynamics." As remote work becomes the new norm, navigating the complexities of managing distributed teams is more crucial than ever. Dive into this comprehensive guide to discover strategies for building, leading, and sustaining high-performing remote teams. Begin your journey with an exploration of remote team dynamics. Understand how to identify the ideal remote candidate and leverage cutting-edge technologies in recruitment, all while prioritizing diversity and inclusion. Learn how to forge a cohesive ...

A historical adventure book set in Easter Island and the surrounding Pacific islands during the early 1900s. Join a thrilling expedition that navigates the mysteries of Easter Island's iconic Moai statues in "The Moai of Easter Island." This captivating narrative weaves together adventure, discovery, and the intricate threads of human history, as a determined couple embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets of an isolated paradise. Beginning in 1910, the story follows a couple as they design and construct their sailing yacht, Mana, all fueled by the allure of the ancient wooden ...

GREAT LEADERS ask GREAT QUESTIONS Great questions inspire your team to THINK and ACT differently. In Stop Talking Start Asking Jean Marie DiGiovanna highlights the 27 questions that will impact your bottom line by increasing employee engagement, improving communication, and creating happier, more productive teams. You can work your way through all of the questions or open straight to the chapter that will foster the needed engagement in your workplace. Jean Marie shares powerful stories, practical tips, and targeted questions you can apply immediately to create a culture of unstoppability. ...

Are You Ready to Live Life Passionately and Purposefully? Learn how you can turn your dreams into a reality by diving into Become Obsessed With Your Vision: Follow Your Passions To Success, an invaluable guide that provides a roadmap for an extraordinary and unstoppable achievement journey. This guide offers both inspiration and advice to anyone ready to break out from their routine. This book can serve as an aid for starting their own business or unleashing creative expression, or simply adding more fun and adventure into everyday life. Prepare yourself to stretch the limits of what's ...

Devoted wife Kira is devastated when she learns her husband, Mark has cheated on her. Desperate to escape the betrayal, she runs away with free-spirited Rain, even though they only met the night before. With both women seeing their own answers to life's biggest questions, they travel through Victoria, Australia, meeting new people along the way-with only some being friendly. All the while being profoundly touched by the spiritual culture within the natural landscapes. Despite her sublime surroundings, Kira remains heartbroken over Mark's betrayal, as losing him means losing her very ...