Download or read book Everyday Offerings Pick a Hand Follow its Lead Inspirational Notes Self Help Book Life Skills Book written by Lea Redmond and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pick a Hand. Follow its Lead. The future is in your hands: Readers will open this inviting book in their hands and see what it offers. Die-cut in the shape of a hand, each page falls open to reveal one of 75 prompts and charming illustrated objects that inspire positive guidance, reflection, and contemplation. Each page offers a fresh perspective, a new direction, or a gentle reminder such as "start small," "play," "let it go," "unlock," "look closer," and "wait for the right moment." Created by Lea Redmond, the author of the bestselling Letters to My... series, with art and illustrations by Flora Waycott Fans of Lea Redmond's Letters to My... series and those interested in mindfulness and self-reflection will love the inspirations in Everyday Offerings. Filled with 75 wise mementos to accompany you on the journey of everyday life. An inspiring way to begin the day, a meditation practice, or reflection Makes a wonderful gift Uniquely designed book with simple yet poignant illustrations

Download or read book Lead Yourself First written by Raymond M. Kethledge and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-06-13 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the role of solitude in good leadership, including profiles of historical and contemporary figures who have used solitude to lead with courage, creativity, and strength. Throughout history, leaders have used solitude as a matter of course. Eisenhower wrote memoranda to himself during World War II as a way to think through complex problems. Martin Luther King found moral courage while sitting alone at his kitchen table one night during the Montgomery bus boycott. Jane Goodall used her intuition in the jungles of Central Africa while learning how to approach chimps. Solitude is a state of mind, a space where you can focus on your own thoughts without distraction, with a power to bring mind and soul together in clear-eyed conviction. Like a great wave that saturates everything in its path, however, handheld devices and other media now leave us awash with the thoughts of others. We are losing solitude without even realizing it. To find solitude today, a leader must make a conscious effort. This book explains why the effort is worthwhile and how to make it. Through gripping historical accounts and firsthand interviews with a wide range of contemporary leaders, Raymond Kethledge (a federal court of appeals judge) and Michael Erwin (a West Pointer and three-tour combat veteran) show how solitude can enhance clarity, spur creativity, sustain emotional balance, and generate the moral courage necessary to overcome adversity and criticism. Anyone who leads anyone-including oneself-can benefit from solitude. With a foreword by Jim Collins (author of the bestseller Good to Great), Lead Yourself First is a rallying cry to reclaim solitude-and all the benefits, both practical and sublime, that come with it.

Download or read book The Sense of an Ending written by Julian Barnes and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BOOKER PRIZE WINNER • NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A novel that follows a middle-aged man as he contends with a past he never much thought about—until his closest childhood friends return with a vengeance: one of them from the grave, another maddeningly present. A novel so compelling that it begs to be read in a single setting, The Sense of an Ending has the psychological and emotional depth and sophistication of Henry James at his best, and is a stunning achievement in Julian Barnes's oeuvre. Tony Webster thought he left his past behind as he built a life for himself, and his career has provided him with a secure retirement and an amicable relationship with his ex-wife and daughter, who now has a family of her own. But when he is presented with a mysterious legacy, he is forced to revise his estimation of his own nature and place in the world.

Download or read book Life S Notes written by Steve Ward and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2013-07-18 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Steve Ward is all too familiar with overcoming obstacles and challenges, having experienced a diagnosis of cancer along with subsequent treatment and then suffering a heart attack requiring rehabilitation a year later. The combination of these two life-threatening challenges caused him to view life from a perspective of greater awareness and consciousness and to appreciate the good both within and surrounding him. In Lifes Notes, his second book, Ward shares a collection of more than seventy insightful messages meant to help others follow the path of goodness and find peace and contentment in everyday life. Following the common theme of goodness for well-being, the notes address a wide range of issues, including virtue, inspiration, spirituality, laughter, the grace of forgiveness, the power of gratitude, the curveballs of life, relationships, life skills, and other meaningful topics. Ward understands from personal experience that life is not always a bouquet of roses. In Lifes Notes he discusses facing lifes toughest challenges and encourages others to follow the path of goodness in order to restore or sustain a healthy and balanced life.

Download or read book Life s Little Instruction Book written by H. Jackson Brown and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2012-08-13 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When life becomes complicated, it’s time to get back to the basics. Originally written by Jack Brown as a going-away-to-college gift for his son Adam, Life’s Little Instruction Book: Simple Wisdom and a Little Humor for Living a Happy and Rewarding Life offers hundreds of captivating insights, uplifting inspiration, heartfelt humor, and thoughtful reminders. The Life’s Little Instruction Book series has sold more than ten million copies, spent more than two years atop the New York Times bestseller list, and has been translated into 33 languages—a true example of a giftable book that keeps on giving. Giving people of all generations permission to live a well-loved life, readers will delight in the sweet simplicity of entries that inspire them to: Sing in the shower. Watch a sunrise at least once a year. Drink champagne for no reason at all. Ask for a raise when you feel you’ve earned it. Buy great books even if you never read them. Whether you’re seeking something special for yourself, or looking for that perfect, thoughtful gift, this beloved book makes an excellent gift for all occasions—including graduations, weddings, holidays, birthdays, and for those “just because” moments. A timeless classic, the #1 New York Times bestseller offers every generation simple yet powerful wisdom.

Download or read book 100 Important Life Lessons for Everyone written by Gina Johnson Smith and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003-06-25 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of life's lessons aren't clearly defined for us. Most of us move from day to day, getting the knocks that come with learning by experience. And while experience can be the best teacher, it isn't necessarily the easiest teacher and shouldn't be the only teacher. 100 Important Life Lessons for Everyone presents wisdom in a straightforward, no nonsense way. These timeless truths of life will help you to wake from inaction, take the steps necessary to renew your own mind, while navigating your way through life with the wisdom necessary to improve the quality of your whole life.

Download or read book Life Skills written by Julia Laflin and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-10 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Could you fix a dripping tap? Are you able to fold a bedsheet? Do you know how to negotiate a pay rise? If the answer to any of the above is no, then don't worry - you're not alone. Luckily, this book is here to give you a helping hand. Full of useful advice and practical skills that everyone should know, it will provide you with the essential knowledge you need to tackle life's everyday challenges. From the little things, like how to boil an egg or treat a blister, right up to the big things, like speaking in public, this handy guide will arm you with all the skills you need to navigate life in the real world like a pro.

Download or read book Escaping the Build Trap written by Melissa Perri and published by O'Reilly Media. This book was released on 2018-11-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To stay competitive in today’s market, organizations need to adopt a culture of customer-centric practices that focus on outcomes rather than outputs. Companies that live and die by outputs often fall into the "build trap," cranking out features to meet their schedule rather than the customer’s needs. In this book, Melissa Perri explains how laying the foundation for great product management can help companies solve real customer problems while achieving business goals. By understanding how to communicate and collaborate within a company structure, you can create a product culture that benefits both the business and the customer. You’ll learn product management principles that can be applied to any organization, big or small. In five parts, this book explores: Why organizations ship features rather than cultivate the value those features represent How to set up a product organization that scales How product strategy connects a company’s vision and economic outcomes back to the product activities How to identify and pursue the right opportunities for producing value through an iterative product framework How to build a culture focused on successful outcomes over outputs

Download or read book The High 5 Habit written by Mel Robbins and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her global phenomenon The 5 Second Rule, Mel Robbins taught millions of people around the world the five second secret to motivation. Now she's back with another simple, proven tool you can use to take control of your life: The High 5 Habit. Don't let the title fool you. This isn't a book about high fiving everyone else in your life. You're already doing that. Cheering for your favorite teams. Celebrating your friends. Supporting the people you love as they go after what they want in life. Imagine if you gave that same love and encouragement to yourself. Or even better, you made it a daily habit. You'd be unstoppable. In this book, Mel teaches you how to start high fiving the most important person in your life, the one who is staring back at you in the mirror: YOURSELF. If you struggle with self-doubt (and who doesn't?) ... If you're tired of that nagging critic in your head (could somebody evict them already?) ... If you're wildly successful but all you focus on is what's going wrong (you're not alone) ... If you're sick of watching everybody else get ahead while you sit on the couch with your dog (don't bring your dog into this) ... ...Mel dedicates this book to you. Using her signature science-backed wisdom, deeply personal stories, and the real-life results that The High 5 Habit is creating in people's lives around the world (and you'll meet a lot of them throughout this book), Mel will teach you how to make believing in yourself a habit so that you operate with the confidence that your goals and dreams demand. The High 5 Habit is a simple yet profound tool that changes your attitude, your mindset, and your behavior. So be prepared to laugh and learn as you take steps to immediately boost your confidence, happiness, and results. It's time to give yourself the high fives, celebration, and support you deserve.

Download or read book My New Roots written by Sarah Britton and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2015-03-31 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At long last, Sarah Britton, called the “queen bee of the health blogs” by Bon Appétit, reveals 100 gorgeous, all-new plant-based recipes in her debut cookbook, inspired by her wildly popular blog. Every month, half a million readers—vegetarians, vegans, paleo followers, and gluten-free gourmets alike—flock to Sarah’s adaptable and accessible recipes that make powerfully healthy ingredients simply irresistible. My New Roots is the ultimate guide to revitalizing one’s health and palate, one delicious recipe at a time: no fad diets or gimmicks here. Whether readers are newcomers to natural foods or are already devotees, they will discover how easy it is to eat healthfully and happily when whole foods and plants are at the center of every plate.

Download or read book Notes to Self written by Peter B. Roth and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-02-04 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Occasionally, we may feel like happiness, health, love or success is out of reach. In such moments we can use some timely wisdom or inspiration to get through the challenge at hand. If a good friend is not available during these times, "Notes to Self: Inspirational Wisdom for Daily Living" can be a real bonanza! This book is packed with 365 unique gems: reminders to motivate readers to live a more authentic life, in the here-and-now, changing the way they look at the world so that they can transcend most any situation by seeing it as the gift that it is. For a quick piece of advice, use this book as an oracle by randomly going to a note and then pondering on how it applies to your current situation. Lying on a coffee table, it is liable to transform the life of any unsuspecting reader who happens to pick it up! Preempt any crisis by reading the book cover to cover, one note per day, as a daily thought upon which to meditate. Use it for discussion topics. In any context, this book is a helpful and valuable tool for anyone interested in personal growth and living a better life.

Download or read book Everything I ve Learned written by Leslie Pockell and published by Grand Central Publishing. This book was released on 2007-07-31 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sure to inspire and enlighten, this handy volume of 100 great principles to live by is a revelation at any age, but an especially great graduation present. Not your typical lackluster—and might we add heavy—book of quotes, EVERYTHING I’VE LEARNED is a practical volume rich in words to live by: words that are sometimes quirky, definitely wise, and always right on target. Readers will learn from such luminaries as Theodore Roosevelt, John Wayne, Joan Baez, and even the prolific Anonymous, and realize that life is about seizing the day, living in the moment, and being true to oneself. Divided into eight categories, the principles here include such practical wisdom as “Always do sober what you said you’d do drunk. That will teach you to keep your mouth shut” (Ernest Hemingway) and familiar, but time-tested, words to live by like “Know thyself” (The Delphic Oracle).

Download or read book Creativity Inc The Expanded Edition written by Ed Catmull and published by Random House. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The co-founder and longtime president of Pixar updates and expands his 2014 New York Times bestseller on creative leadership, reflecting on the management principles that built Pixar’s singularly successful culture, and on all he learned during the past nine years that allowed Pixar to retain its creative culture while continuing to evolve. “Might be the most thoughtful management book ever.”—Fast Company For nearly thirty years, Pixar has dominated the world of animation, producing such beloved films as the Toy Story trilogy, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Up, and WALL-E, which have gone on to set box-office records and garner eighteen Academy Awards. The joyous storytelling, the inventive plots, the emotional authenticity: In some ways, Pixar movies are an object lesson in what creativity really is. Here, Catmull reveals the ideals and techniques that have made Pixar so widely admired—and so profitable. As a young man, Ed Catmull had a dream: to make the first computer-animated movie. He nurtured that dream as a Ph.D. student, and then forged a partnership with George Lucas that led, indirectly, to his founding Pixar with Steve Jobs and John Lasseter in 1986. Nine years later, Toy Story was released, changing animation forever. The essential ingredient in that movie’s success—and in the twenty-five movies that followed—was the unique environment that Catmull and his colleagues built at Pixar, based on philosophies that protect the creative process and defy convention, such as: • Give a good idea to a mediocre team and they will screw it up. But give a mediocre idea to a great team and they will either fix it or come up with something better. • It’s not the manager’s job to prevent risks. It’s the manager’s job to make it safe for others to take them. • The cost of preventing errors is often far greater than the cost of fixing them. • A company’s communication structure should not mirror its organizational structure. Everybody should be able to talk to anybody. Creativity, Inc. has been significantly expanded to illuminate the continuing development of the unique culture at Pixar. It features a new introduction, two entirely new chapters, four new chapter postscripts, and changes and updates throughout. Pursuing excellence isn’t a one-off assignment but an ongoing, day-in, day-out, full-time job. And Creativity, Inc. explores how it is done.

Download or read book Love Notes for Life written by Michael Cabuco and published by . This book was released on 2022-12-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love Notes for Life reframes the idea that success can coexist with being grateful in the present. It acknowledges that greatness requires sacrifice, but it shouldn't come at the expense of missing opportunities to create happiness. Everything, after enough, is added value. Through personal stories and lettering art, Love Notes for Life encourages individuals to build a resilient mindset, define success, and design a life worth living. It is a guidebook for navigating the wilderness of life and as a friend when life feels out of balance. Additionally, it provides daily reminders for strengthening critical skills in leadership, communication, and developing healthy habits.Love Notes for Life is a journey of growth and awareness and empowers individuals to take control of the narrative and drive forward with purpose. Immersed in the noise of society, Love Notes for Life challenges you to lead with your heart, create with your soul, and inspire the world by living intentionally.

Download or read book Ask a Manager written by Alison Green and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Download or read book Sophie s World written by Jostein Gaarder and published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. This book was released on 2007-03-20 with total page 735 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A page-turning novel that is also an exploration of the great philosophical concepts of Western thought, Jostein Gaarder's Sophie's World has fired the imagination of readers all over the world, with more than twenty million copies in print. One day fourteen-year-old Sophie Amundsen comes home from school to find in her mailbox two notes, with one question on each: "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?" From that irresistible beginning, Sophie becomes obsessed with questions that take her far beyond what she knows of her Norwegian village. Through those letters, she enrolls in a kind of correspondence course, covering Socrates to Sartre, with a mysterious philosopher, while receiving letters addressed to another girl. Who is Hilde? And why does her mail keep turning up? To unravel this riddle, Sophie must use the philosophy she is learning—but the truth turns out to be far more complicated than she could have imagined.

Download or read book Small Steps Big Dreams A Guide to Life Changing Small Habits written by Mystique Quill and published by Shah. This book was released on 2023-12-19 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Small Steps, Big Dreams: A Guide to Life-Changing Small Habits" Unlock the transformative power hidden within your daily routines with this engaging and practical guide to habit formation. In a world that often emphasizes monumental change, this book advocates for the extraordinary impact of small, consistent steps on the path to realizing your biggest dreams. Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery: Delve into the science, psychology, and art of habit formation. Explore the intricacies of consistency, habit stacking, keystone habits, and micro-habits, with each chapter providing actionable insights and exercises to integrate positive changes into your life. Real-Life Stories that Inspire: Immerse yourself in inspiring narratives of individuals who harnessed the power of tiny habits to achieve monumental transformations. Their stories serve as beacons of inspiration, demonstrating that small steps can lead to significant, lasting change. Practical Guidance for Personal Development: This book isn't just a theoretical exploration; it's a hands-on guide to self-discovery and personal development. From expert insights to case studies, interactive workshops, and exercise tables, every element is designed to bridge the gap between understanding the principles of change and applying them in your daily life. Craft Your Unique Symphony of Success: Envision your life as a symphony waiting to be composed. Each habit is a musical note, and together, they form a unique symphony-the melody of your success. Discover how to add new notes, harmonize existing ones, and create a masterpiece that resonates with your dreams. Join a Community of Dreamers and Doers: Connect with a community of like-minded individuals who understand that sustainable change is a journey, not a destination. Share your insights, challenges, and victories as you collectively embrace the power of small habits. A Commitment to Lifelong Transformation: This isn't a quick fix; it's a commitment to lifelong growth. Learn strategies for sustaining habits through challenges, adapting to different life stages, and leaving a lasting legacy through consistent, intentional actions. Ignite the Flames of Your Dreams: As you journey through "Small Steps, Big Dreams," let the wisdom shared within these pages serve as a spark that ignites the flames of your dreams. This book isn't just a read; it's a compass, guiding you toward the life you aspire to live. Take the First Step Today: Empower yourself with the tools, insights, and inspiration needed to initiate your journey of small steps and big dreams. Turn the pages and unlock the transformative potential within you.