Indulge in the irresistible charm of 'My Worst Best Man,' a captivating romance novel that will sweep you off your feet. Join our heroine as she navigates the unpredictable twists and turns of love, accompanied by her charmingly flawed best man. With humor, heart, and a touch of unexpected chemistry, this tale promises to keep you eagerly turning pages until the very last breathless moment. Prepare to fall in love with the perfect blend of passion, humor, and heartache in this delightful r...

Art is a spiritual path—not a religion, but a practice that helps us knit together the ideals and convictions that guide our lives. Creating art can be prayer, ritual, and remembrance of the Divine. And the sharing of this creativity with others in small groups can serve as sanctuary, asylum, ashram, therapy group, think tank, and village square. Pat Allen has developed a reliable guide for walking the path of art through a series of simple practices that combine drawing, painting, and scu...

An expert in art therapy offers this “wonderful” guide “for anyone, artistic or not, who is interested in using art to know more about himself or herself” (Library Journal)Making art—giving form to the images that arise in our mind's eye, our dreams, and our everyday lives—is a form of spiritual practice through which knowledge of ourselves can ripen into wisdom. This book offers encouragement for everyone to explore art-making in this spirit of self-disco...

Dive into the mesmerizing world of 'The Girl in Tear,' where each page is a portal to a realm of emotional depth and gripping storytelling. In this enchanting tale, follow the journey of a young woman as she navigates the labyrinth of her past, seeking solace and understanding amidst the haunting beauty of Tear. With evocative prose that paints vivid landscapes and characters who leap off the page, this novel will keep you spellbound, turning pages late into the night. Prepare to be swept ...

Unlock the power of effective communication with 'How to Talk to People', your essential guide to mastering the art of conversation. Whether you're navigating social situations, networking events, or professional encounters, this insightful book offers practical strategies and proven techniques to help you build rapport, express yourself with confidence, and forge meaningful connections with anyone, anywhere.Inside, you'll discover the secrets to engaging in engaging dialogue, acti...

Welcome to the enchanting world of Quy Nhon, where azure waters lap against golden shores and ancient pagodas stand in quiet reverence. Our meticulously crafted travel guide for 2024 invites you to embark on a journey of discovery through this coastal haven nestled along the central coast of Vietnam.Begin your exploration by immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of Quy Nhon's cultural heritage. Wander through the historic streets of the Old Town, where traditional architecture bl...

The Masoi army is at its weakest, and the peoples' spirits are falling. In the most dire of situations, the underdog will rise to the challenge. Who knows of what will become of our untrained hero? Is he really alone? You'll have to find out - follow the adventures of Damian, our young protagonist, through the heat of war.

This timely overview of dose, benefit, and risk in medical imaging explains to readers how to apply this information for informed decision-making that improves patient outcomes. The chapters cover patient and physician perspectives, referral guidelines, appropriateness criteria, and quantifying medical imaging benefits. The authors have included essential discussion about radiologic physics in medical imaging, fundamentals of dose and image quality, risk assessment, and techniques for opti...

Following a military career of over thirty years, which includes deployments to Bosnia and Afghanistan, Colonel Pat Stogran becomes Canada’s first Veterans Ombudsman. The new Office of the Veterans Ombudsman is intended to be a symbol of Canada’s commitment to the members and veterans of the Canadian Forces, who accept unlimited liability in the service of our country and often make traumatic, life-altering sacrifices. Colonel Stogran is proud to take the assignment, seeing it as an opportuni...

Featuring a foreword by the Dalai Lama, this introduction to Tibetan Buddhism “will help many on the open path of meditation and in dealing with challenges of everyday life” (Thich Nhat Hanh)An open heart is the dwelling place of compassion that extends toward all beings; a clear mind is the source of the penetrating wisdom of deep insight. Their union leads to the enlightened way of life that is at the heart of the spiritual path as taught by the Buddha.Th...

Heaven and hell are not merely places we may go to.They are states of mind.Every day, we move between them.Love can transform a life. Loneliness can diminish it. Gratitude can sustain us through adversity, while envy can quietly erode achievement. Hope can carry us forward; humiliation can shape a lifetime.The events of our lives matter. But how we experience them matters just as much.Yet despite the...

"We are certain we are 'one' person, not a thousand different selves reacting unconsciously to thousands of different stimuli. Everyday Bias is an important guide to seeing oneself the way others might." - Ken Burns, filmmakerTo be human is to be biased. From this simple truth, nationally recognized diversity expert Howard J. Ross explores the biases we each carry within us. Incorporating anecdotes from today's headlines alongside case studies from over 30...