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At the age of 74, best-selling author Irvin Yalom turns his attention to one of the great human questions: our fear of death. He suggests that what he calls the 'awakening experience' can help us acknowledge, accept, and make use of our fear of death in a positive manner. These awakening experiences often follow a loss, a trauma, or the death of a loved one, illness or just growing old. Yalom shows us how such an awakening can be the turning point for a more meaningful life.

Physician and biochemist Cate Shanahan, MD, examined diets around the world known to help people live longer, healthier lives - diets like the Mediterranean, Okinawa, and Blue Zone - and identified the four common nutritional habits, developed over millennia, that unfailingly produce strong, healthy, intelligent children and active, vital elders generation after generation. These four nutritional strategies - fresh food, fermented and sprouted foods, meat cooked on the bone, and organ meats - form the basis of the Human Diet.

Eve's name has made a Christmas list, but it's not for being naughty or nice. It's for putting a serial killer behind bars. Now the escaped madman has her in his sights. With her husband, Roarke, at her side, Eve must stop the man from exacting his bloody vengeance - or die trying.

Playful Parenting means joining children in their world of play, focusing on connection and confidence, giggling and roughhousing, and following your child's lead. This audiobook is an exciting approach to raising children that will help you nurture close relationships and solve behavior problems.

When a new threat surges through the Gallows Cluster, jeopardising the stability of the entire warfront, the 101st are thrown into the breach. As loyal fortresses fall on the world of Alia, Minka Lesk’s company leads the mad gambit that is the last hope of turning the tide. But when the jungle itself is as deadly as any enemy, can Minka keep her troopers fighting as her regiment fractures around her?

It was only supposed to be one night with a stranger I’d never see again. I’m not the dating type. Now, thanks to a little white lie we told that night, we’re pretending to be engaged for the sake of him saving face in front of his family. The more time we spend together, the closer we get. But I’m an Angel at Désirer—an exclusive adult club—my job is to be whatever men want me to be. There’s no room for a relationship. And with demons from my past still chasing me, the last thing I need is for a man like him to get tangled up with a woman like me. It will only end badly.

A blend of history, analysis, and theory, Understanding Socialism is an honest and approachable text that knocks down false narratives, confronts failures and challenges of various socialist experiments throughout history, and offers a path to a new socialism based on workplace democracy.

A reckless princess. An enemy kingdom. And a mistake that could cost her everything.

Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a national health crisis that continues to grow - yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and incorrectly treated illnesses today. Neuropsychiatrist Daniel G. Amen, MD was one of the first to identify that there are multiple types beyond just purely hyperactive or inattentive ADD, each requiring a different treatment. Now, in this all-new, revised edition, Dr. Amen again employs the latest medical advances in the field, including the largest brain imaging study ever completed on patients with ADD.

Number 12 is an urban legend in 2060 New York City. The hot club in the 1960s, it is now reported to be haunted...and cursed. Lieutenant Eve Dallas is called there to investigate the apparent murder of Radcliff Hopkins, its new owner and the grandson of the man who made Number 12 a cultural icon.

Foundling begins the journey of Rossamund, a boy with a girl's name, who is just about to begin a dangerous life in the service of the Emperor. What starts as a simple journey is threatened by encounters with monsters - and people, who may be worse. Learning who to trust and who to fear is neither easy nor without its perils, and Rossamund must choose his path carefully.

A blow to the head with a block of amethyst has left multibillionaire Nathan Barrister dead—while nearby, a vault, its door ajar, sits filled with priceless paintings, jewelry, and other treasures and yet only one item seems to be missing. Is this a simple case of a burglar caught in the act or does Eve have a much bigger, bloodier mystery to solve...?

My name is Q. Chase, and I don’t know who I am. Every day I want to kill someone, and every day, I want to save everyone. I have 16 voices, whole identities in my head begging me to set them free. Who am I? I may never know, but I did see the sunrise again, one more time. I can always be thankful for that. I need a distraction. Will someone just be murdered soon, please? I am going to lose my mind. I have to feed the voices, or they are going to eat me.

Carmela: Someone is trying to kill me. For weeks, I’ve been receiving letters at my club with the same warning: they’re coming for me. And they’re leaving a trail of bodies in their wake. When my ex—a high-profile senator—says he’s flying in an experienced detective to handle the case, the last thing I expect is a cocky, condescending jerk who I can’t seem to take my eyes off of. Anderson Brooks is the worst person for the job, and now we have to work together to attempt to lure the murderer out, by putting on a show at my exclusive club.

La Société d’histoire de Toronto vous présente Les voix franco-torontoises, une série de balados qui fait revivre la mémoire vivante de la francophonie torontoise. À travers des récits captivants mêlant témoignages, archives sonores et récits historiques, découvrez les personnalités emblématiques qui ont marqué l’histoire récente et contribué à l’épanouissement de la communauté francophone. L'objectif ? Sauvegarder, célébrer et partager les voix franco-torontoises, celles d’hier et d'aujourd’hui. https://www.instagram.com/societedhistoiredetoronto/ https://...

MaPa BRAINLAB is a neuroscience podcast hosted by Mayuri Patel, an actor and PhD neuroscientist. Each episode dives into the latest neuroscience research straight from a peer-reviewed publication, explained clearly and accurately for curious minds. Where storytelling meets neuroscience, you'll be inspired and equipped with the knowledge to have a better understanding of how your brain works, from animal to human studies. Whether you're a neuroscience beginner, science enthusiast, or a PhD scientist, MaPa BRAINLAB offers shareable insights, awe-inspiring perspectives, and unbelievable ...

Step into the world of hip-hop critique with Rap Nerd Reviews, the ultimate podcast for indie rap enthusiasts and true hip-hop heads. Hosted by Derek “D-Sick” Moore, Rap Nerd Reviews delivers in-depth breakdowns of the hottest indie rap tracks, underground gems, and hip-hop culture’s latest waves. Whether it’s bar-for-bar lyricism, beat production, or overall artistry, Derek gives honest, insightful reviews that help artists sharpen their craft while putting listeners on to dope new music. submit your tracks for review aux.fan/1709 OR submissions@rapnerd.com

In this gripping tale from Astounding Stories of 1932, Earth faces a terrifying onslaught from sinister black monsters that materialize from the void, wreaking havoc and destruction with an unstoppable force. As chaos reigns and hope dwindles, humanity‚As fate rests on the shoulders of 98 courageous men. Can they uncover a way to fight back against the seemingly invincible foes? Tune in to discover their daring quest for survival and the fate of our world.

At just three years old, Victor Stotts intellect surpasses that of any known human, earning him the title of the Hampdenshire Wonder. Born to an extraordinary cricketer, Victor becomes a captivating enigma to everyone he meets. In this early science fiction novel by J. D. Beresford, written in the style of his friend H. G. Wells, we explore the brief yet profound life of this remarkable child and the lasting impact he has on those who care for him. - Summary by Phil Benson

In a distant future, the solar system relies on a single energy source, tightly controlled by a powerful corporation intent on using its dominance to rule the planets. Unbeknownst to this corporate giant, a pair of rogue scientists stumble upon a groundbreaking new form of energy that could shatter their monopoly. As the stakes rise, the corporation will stop at nothing to maintain its grip on power, leading to an epic showdown across the stars. Join us for a thrilling tale of innovation, betrayal, and interstellar conflict. (Summary by Boojumuk)