Mental toughness is one of the most common terms used in sport – by athletes, coaches, spectators and the media. However, it is also one of the least understood terms. This book examines the characteristics and development of mentally tough sport performers, and presents the cutting-edge research in this area. Within these chapters, the author proposes that mental toughness is a personality style and mindset, and presents a compelling case for its inclusion within the positive psychologica...

A full-cast comedy production recorded live at Convergence in Bloomington, MinnesotaPeter Galaxy and his sidekick, Dr. Simon, used to be big stars on the radio. Now they’re just two retired actors playing cards on the front porch and riding herd on the grandchildren. But can these two old-timers find work for three hundred billion illegal aliens? Yeah, we wondered about that question too.We’ve always wondered what would happen if two of our favorite worlds were to collide. ...

Money issues dominate the news, but economic jargon and the complexity of it all can be bamboozling for regular folks. Paul Sheard, a leading economist and research fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, is known for his ability to see the forest and the trees and demystify complex economic phenomena.With The Power of Money, Sheard empowers listeners to become better-informed economic citizens by providing context for some of the biggest questions surrounding money, su...

In the quaint town of Willow Creek, where Christmas spirit abounds, a heartwarming tale unfolds. When Christmas Comes follows the lives of three women whose paths intertwine during the most magical time of year. Emily, a young widow, struggles to find joy in the season. Sarah, a single mother, faces financial hardship. And Grace, an elderly woman, yearns for companionship. As the snow falls and carols fill the air, a series of unexpected events brings them together, forging an unbreakable ...