There are literally thousands of books out there designed to help women become better... well, women. But what if you happen to be a man? What if you feel unsure these days what it actually means to be a man -- or if it's even possible to be "manly" without alienating half the human race in the process, and disappointing yourself as well? R.G. Morse -- author, mountaineer, translator, diplomat, publisher, artist, and musician -- has taken it upon himself to tackle these and other equally p...

"It was 1947 in America... This was the year a young African-American ballplayer with the Brooklyn Dodgers named Jackie Robinson won the inaugural Major League Baseball Rookie of the Year Award. It was the year Richard Nixon was sworn into the House of Representatives, The year Chuck Yeager broke the sound barrier, the year Henry Ford died. 1947 was the year the Marshall Plan was launched, Miracle on 34th Street was released, and Hillary Rodham Clinton was born... So was I..." So begins Ru...

"A vital gem...a kick in the ass." -- Esquire"Amazingly cogent and smart on the psychology of creation." -- Jay McInerney"As I closed THE WAR OF ART, I felt a surge of positive calm. I now know I can win this war. And if I can, so can you." -- Robert McKee, bestselling author of STORYDO YOU:- Dream about writing a great novel?- Regret not finishing your paintings, poems, or screenplays?- Want to start a business or charity?- Wish you ...

The Follow-up to Steven Pressfield's bestselling THE WAR OF ART"You don't need to take a course or buy a product. All you have to do is change your mind." -- Steven PressfieldTURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT IT'S NOT EASYWhen we turn pro, we give up a life that we may have become extremely comfortable with. WE give up a self that we have come to identify with and to call our own.TURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT IT DEMANDS SACRIFICEThe passage from amateur to profess...

The Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist teaches fearlessness in her inspirational memoir: "Take Huffington's advice and you'll be unstoppable" ( Glamour ).Author, syndicated columnist, occasional actress, and businesswoman Ariana Huffington examines the ways in which fear affects the lives of women, and the steps anyone can take to conquer fear. Observing that her own teenage daughters were beginning to experience some of th...

Discover a menu of ten behaviors you can add to your way of living and thinking to enhance every day’s journey through the unpredictable terrain of your existence.Add these behaviors gradually and watch your life become steadily more vivid and satisfying. Or you can go on a “crash Joy Diet” to help you navigate life’s emergencies. The ten menu items are:• Nothing: Do nothing for fifteen minutes a day. Stop mindlessly chasing goals and figure out which goals...

A “hilarious” (The New York Times Book Review) collection of essays, articles, observations—and even some country-music lyrics—that offer a rare overview of the eclectic sensibility of an American original“[Tom] Robbins is fearless, original, mind-expanding, and funny as hell.”—San Diego Union-Tribune“Part philosopher, part court jester, Robbins uses sparkling phrases mixed with over-the-top puns to impart his Zenl...

Are you in a long distance relationship? Do you want to get to know your partner better? Do phone calls sometimes feel like hard work? Do you find yourself wondering what to talk about apart from how your day was? Pick up these 201 fun discussion questions for couples. These questions will spark fresh conversations, make you laugh, and help you get to know each other better. Questions span topics related to childhood, family, work, passions, life now, the future, what if, a...

In today's fast-paced world, it's tough to find the time to read. But with Joosr guides, you can get the key insights from bestselling non-fiction titles in less than 20 minutes. Whether you want to gain knowledge on the go or find the books you'll love, Joosr's brief and accessible eBook summaries fit into your life. Find out more at joosr.com.Today's fast-paced lifestyle keeps us from living in the moment. But when you are present with your thoughts and feelings, you'll not only ...

**From the best-selling author of A Deep Breath of LifeIn times of challenge as well as ease, we all need a helping hand to stay on top of our game, make successful decisions, and find peace of mind in the midst of people and events that might distract us. This collection of inspiring, poignant, and humorous real-life stories, coupled with uplifting insights, will show you how to keep your head on straight and your heart open no matter where you are or what you’re doing.**...

Two major trends have recently swept the travel world: the first, an overwhelming desire (thanks to Elizabeth Gilbert’s bestseller, Eat, Pray, Love) to write one’s own memoir; the second, an explosion of social media, blogs, twitter and texts, which allow travelers to document and share their experiences instantaneously. Thus, the act of chronicling one’s journey has never been more popular, nor the urge stronger.Writing Away: A Creative Guide to Awakening the Journal-...

Your struggles are over. Welcome to my clinic.This Positive Thinking Clinic is a vital must-read for anyone looking to maximize their success at the pool table.Also applicable to many other mentally intense sports and activities, this clinic is designed to help amateur players build the strong foundation of mental discipline they need in order to create long-term success in pool and billiards.