Black Identities and Media in the Twenty-First Century presents original scholarly essays, drawn from a range of theory-based applications and methodologies, that analyze media representations, effects, and practices relating to Black communities and their varying identities, with particular attention to attributes such as gender, sexuality, class, and ability status. By surveying newsprint, television, social media, podcasts, and more, this innovative collection explores intersec...

Life is an unforgiving teacher.It rarely announces the lesson before the test. More often, it hands us consequences first and understanding later. The wisdom found within these pages was not learned in classrooms or gathered from theories. It was earned the hard way—through mistakes, setbacks, victories, failures, hard work, heartbreak, and the quiet reflection that comes only with the passing of years.DADvice is a collection of timeless lessons distilled from a li...

Details the role our body plays in how we learn and how we can tap into our body’s knowledge to excel in all facets of life.Ask someone to point to the part of their body responsible for their intelligence and it is highly likely that they will point at their head. This assumption is understandable, given that, for centuries, from Descartes’ “cogito ergo sum” to the computer age, this is what we have been told to think.And yet we all share common experiences...

We live in an era where information is abundant, yet the tools for truly mastering our own minds and behaviors can feel elusive. Many of us grapple with persistent challenges—stress, self-doubt, unwanted habits, or a nagging feeling that we are not living up to our full capabilities. Traditional approaches can sometimes fall short, leaving us feeling frustrated or stuck. This is where the elegantly simple yet profoundly effective principles of self-hypnosis and NLP offer a unique pathway. ...

The Nine Noble Virtues represent a cornerstone of Asatru philosophy, embodying the ideals that guided our ancestors and continue to resonate with those who embrace this path today. This book is not intended as a comprehensive theological treatise, but rather a practical guide designed to make these virtues accessible and applicable to modern life. We will delve into the historical context of each virtue, exploring their origins within Norse mythology and examining how ...

The concept of time management is often perceived as a rigid system of rules and regulations, a strict schedule to be adhered to without deviation. This perception often leads to stress, anxiety, and a sense of overwhelm, making the pursuit of efficiency feel more like a burden than a liberating tool. But what if I told you that time management isn't about squeezing every last drop out of the day, but rather about cultivating a conscious and intentional relationship with your time? What if...

This book is a devotional collection of prayers rooted in the living tradition of Ásatrú—modern Norse Paganism. It is intended as a guide and companion for those who honour the gods, spirits, and ancestors of the North. Within these pages, you will find words for both ritual and reflection, arranged by the turning of the year and the moments that shape our lives.Each section follows the wheel of the seasons as marked by the traditional blóts: Yule, Disting, Ostara, Walpurgis, Midso...

"A truly informative Guide for your Coton de Tulear" You will greatly benefit from this easy-to-read Guide Book which will help you along with your lovely Coton de Tulear. It contains a wealth of helpful and reliable information, along with detailed advice for current or soon-to-be owners.

Taking South Africa as an important case study of the challenges of structural transformation, Structural Transformation in South Africa offers a new micro-meso level framework and evidence linking country-specific and global dynamics of change, with a focus on the current challenges and opportunities faced by middle-income countries. Detailed analyses of industry groupings and interests in South Africa reveal the complex set of interlocking country-specific factors which have ham...

Media, Myth, and Millennials: Critical Perspectives on Race and Culture debunks the post-racial myth among millennial media consumers and producers. This theoretically diverse collection of contributors highlights the complexity at the intersections of media, race, gender, sexuality, class and place. Loren Saxton Coleman and Christopher Campbell’s edited collection offers critical and cultural insight on the commodification of millennial audiences and the acts of resistance that e...

Classic resource in the modern study of legal anthropology, this acclaimed book is now available in an updated, expanded Second Edition. There are many societies that survive in a remarkably orderly fashion without the aid of judges, courts and police. Roberts contends that legal theory has become too closely identified with our own arrangements to be of use in understanding other legal systems.

This wide-ranging study considers the primary forms of decision-making – negotiation, mediation, umpiring, as well as the processes of avoidance and violence – in the context of rapidly changing discourses and practices of civil justice across a range of jurisdictions. Many contemporary discussions in this field–and associated projects of institutional design–are taking place under the broad but imprecise label of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). The book brings together and analyses ...