From two doctors, a "breezy and entertaining" collection that debunks medical myths and health hoaxes ( School Library Journal).People have more access to medical information than ever before, and yet we still believe "facts" about our bodies and health that are just plain wrong. Don't Swallow Your Gum! takes on these myths and misconceptions, and exposes the truth behind some of those weird and worrisome things we think about our bodies. Entries d...

The Late Bronze Age Collapse was a catastrophic event that occurred in the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean regions around 1200 BCE. The collapse of major empires and kingdoms like the Hittites, Mycenaeans, and others resulted in the reconfiguration of the political landscape, with new smaller entities emerging in their place.The collapse can be understood through concepts like the Adaptive Cycle, which describes the cycle of rise and fall, collapse, restructuring, and rebirth that...

After spending over 50 years in prison for his role in one of the most horrific crimes in American history, Elmer Wayne Henley Jr. now seeks redemption by helping others understand how predators operate.In the summer of 1973, Henley was just a teenager when he fell under the manipulative influence of Dean Corll, a serial killer who exploited Henley's vulnerabilities and lack of structure at home to draw him into a world of depravity. Corll used cruelty and kindness to slowly erode ...

Motivation is something almost everybody needs and hence the title befits the writing. This book harnesses the power of words to inspire people on various topics. The very first topic in this awesome collection of inspirational messages deals with the past and is captioned: ''THE WORRIES OF YESTERDAY'' while the final message speaks on '' WHEN HARD WORK FAILS". In between lies pages of inspirational messages with different captions to address different life issues. This is an except from M...

Sometime in your business life you've looked up from the task or person in front of you, paused before your head explodes, and thought to yourself, "There's got to be a better way!" This book offers you that better way. Whether you're in school preparing for the world of work or have experienced multiple careers, whether you make decisions that affect others or are affected by others' decisions as their employee or customer, whether you're part of a multinational corporation or a small bus...

The Evolving Mind: A Journey from Worm Brains to Deep BlueFrom the humble beginnings of early bilaterian worms with simple steering abilities, to the astonishing intellect of modern humans and AI, the evolution of the mind has followed a twisting path. Join us on a thrilling expedition through the major breakthroughs that shaped intelligence over the ages.We'll start deep in the oceans 500 million years ago, when the first vertebrates hit upon reinforcement...

The chapters explore a wide range of cognitive biases, societal trends, and personal experiences to provide insights into human behavior and decision-making. Early chapters delve into confirmation bias and how it shapes our beliefs, as well as the rise of overconfidence bias in certain professions and industries. The impacts of social comparison and nostalgia are also examined, from their influence on politics to individual well-being.Several chapters focus on more existential ques...

The Higher Help Method is a spiritual approach developed by author Aaron E. to help individuals create positive changes in their lives by partnering with the Universe. It involves 4 main steps:Clarity and Intention - Getting clear on what you want to create or change by focusing on the "what, why, and how you will feel." This ignites the Universe's energy to guide you. Avoid micromanaging details.Ask the Universe for Help - Use tools like prayer, focuse...

Ritual rhythms: How shared actions spark meaningFrom morning coffees to workplace traditions to healing ceremonies, rituals are the beats that bond us. Studies show group rituals instantly turn strangers into "us", building identity, trust and purpose. But rituals also risk division if they threaten other groups' ways. The solution? Expand identities to include outsiders, through cross-cutting affiliations or new joint rituals acknowledging all. Rituals reconcile b...

Leadership Lessons from the Commander-in-Chiefs, 8 presidents who took America to new heightsFrom the Father of Our Country to the Gipper, these presidents overcame immense challenges and inspired the nation. Washington set a standard of integrity that guides us still. Jefferson dreamed big and doubled America's size with the Louisiana Purchase. Honest Abe kept the union united through civil war while freeing the slaves. Teddy got things done and n...

The text explores ten disciplines that can enhance personal and professional success for entrepreneurs. The first discipline is 10-Year Thinking, which emphasizes shifting one's mindset from short-term to long-range goals and visions. Practicing this allows for better decision-making and consistency over time.The second discipline is Take Time Off, which stresses the importance of taking at least 130 days off per year without thinking about work. This recharges one's energy and fos...

- The story explores the scientific research and experiments conducted by a group of researchers at University College London (UCL) during World War II to address challenges in underwater survival and diving. The group, led by J.B.S. Haldane, included scientists like Helen Spurway, Elizabeth Jermyn, Hans Kalmus, Ursula Philip, and others.- They conducted experiments in hyperbaric chambers to understand the effects of gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide at various pressures and dep...