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The relationship between power and illness is the subject of limited discussion despite it being one of the most important issues in health-related policies and services. In an effort to correct this, Contesting Illness engages critically with processes through which the meanings and effects of illness shape and are shaped by specific sets of practices. Featuring original contributions by researchers working in a number of disciplines, this collection examines intersections of pow...

Lucifer's Power: Beliefs and Practices of the Process Cult offers a riveting exploration into one of the most mysterious and influential cults of the 20th century. Founded in London in 1963 by Mary Ann MacLean and Robert de Grimston, The Process Church of the Final Judgement emerged from a scientology-inspired psychotherapy group and quickly became a cultural phenomenon before its dramatic split in 1974.What did The Process truly believe? Their secretive nature kept many i...

"Syslog Protocol and Practices""Syslog Protocol and Practices" offers an authoritative and comprehensive exploration of Syslog, one of the foundational protocols for event logging in modern computing environments. The book traces Syslog’s evolution from its historical origins and early RFCs to its pivotal role in today’s enterprise, regulatory, and cloud-native contexts. Through deep technical insight, it surveys Syslog’s widespread adoption across diverse sectors, contrasting it w...

A 2023 SPE Outstanding Book Award WinnerCan transformation be the primary goal of autoethnographic research? In this book, the authors present a compelling case that this is indeed possible. Since autoethnography first appeared as a nascent approach to social inquiry, much has been written about it as a useful addition to the field of qualitative research methods. Over the years, its usage has been extended across various disciplines including the humanities, human...

"Why do we grow old? . . . Verburgh tackles this age-old question . . . with practical suggestions for how to slow down our biological clock." —David Ludwig, MD, PhD, #1 New York Times–bestselling authorDo you know exactly how and why you age? And what you can do—whatever your current age—to slow that process and have a longer, healthier life?In The Longevity Code, medical doctor Kris Verburgh illuminates the biological mechanisms that make ...

This bundle brings together 2 Short Guides to help you establish a writing practice: The Scholarly Writing Process and Finding Time for your Scholarly Writing. The Scholarly Writing Process helps you understand how the purpose of your writing changes as you move from idea to publication. There are questions and reflection prompts for every stage to help you figure out why you're stuck and how to get your project moving again. Finding Time for your Scholarly W...

Have you wondered if it is possible to stop recurring negative thoughts, anxiety or depression without resorting to medication?Most depression related medication can have a series of harmful side effects that sometimes leave patients in an even worse state than before.There are several methods that have high rates of success when treating and eliminating depression, anxiety and negative thought patterns with little to virtually no side effects.Here's some of what yo...

This book holds a unique place in the history of natural hygiene. It is a book for all times, all seasons, and all people. It was the first book to give detailed historical and practical credit to most all of the brilliant pioneers who were responsible for establishing the foundations for orthopathy. "Orthopathy" also called "Natural Hygiene," is an alternative medical philosophy derived from naturopathy. It advocates a vegetarian, raw food diet with periods of intermittent fasting. Conten...

Are you searching for the perfect psychotherapy method that suits your unique needs?In the vast world of psychotechnologies, there are numerous schools of psychotherapy that encompass a wide range of personality theories and physiological concepts. Each approach is rooted in specific psychological or medical foundations, often presenting unique theoretical constructs that may challenge the existing biological model of human behavior and perception.This book...

Change isn’t going anywhere. Learn how to manage it.We live in a wild world of volatility, unpredictability, chaos, and ambiguity, with change seemingly as the only constant. Change can be difficult. It often induces resistance, panic, and fatigue. And, as you may expect or have experienced first-hand, many organizations aren’t handling change all that well, with many efforts resulting in failure. What you may not realize, however, is that some workplace change initiatives are stun...

Explore the unique world of the drama therapeutic approach!Whether you are a therapist, student, or curious reader, this book offers valuable insights into a therapeutic model of intervention that encompasses 12 powerful speech patterns capable of significantly influencing both conscious and unconscious processes. Through psychodramatic techniques and family constellations, you will gain practical knowledge to enhance your therapeutic practice.Addressing a ...

It’s time to dance in honor of the Gods.Candomblé: Dancing for the Gods explores this remarkable Afro-Brazilian tradition known as the Dance in honor of the Gods. Candomblé’s earliest roots are found in the Yoruba, Fon, and Bantu belief systems brought over from West and Central Africa by enslaved captives of the Portuguese Empire.This informative book provides a complete overview of this beautiful oral tradition and belief system, including: