Download or read book From The Ground Up Purposed Through Pain written by Melissa A. Melbourne and published by Fulton Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2018-09-18 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'From the Ground Up' is an autobiographical account that vividly details the transformative journey of Melissa A. Melbourne. As a young girl who migrated to the United States from Jamaica. She becomes enthralled in the party/street life that subsequently resulted in her descent into a world of addiction. As a young addict navigating the streets of Perth Amboy, NJ, she details her account of homelessness, domestic violence, alcoholism, low self-esteem, and substance abuse. In thi

Download or read book From the Ground Up written by Melissa A. and published by . This book was released on 2017-07-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'From the Ground Up' is an autobiographical account that vividly details the transformative journey of Melissa A. Melbourne. As a young girl who migrated to the United States from Jamaica. She becomes enthralled in the party/street life that subsequently resulted in her descent into a world of addiction. As a young addict navigating the streets of Perth Amboy, NJ, she details her account of homelessness, domestic violence, alcoholism, low self-esteem, and substance abuse. In this well documented motivational and inspirational book she talks about birthing the woman she is today, by confronting the former young addict of her past. She explores her feelings of low self-worth and self-esteem and its impact on her relationships with emotionally manipulative men. Through perseverance, courage, and faith she details her account of her addiction in a vivid manner that's sure to grab the reader's attention. This page turner will resonate with anyone who's ever struggled with any form of addiction. This book will transform your understanding of how she fought to become the woman she is today with multiple degrees and businesses. She intends for this book to motivate anyone who struggles with overcoming addiction and life obstacles. She details her transformative process in three simple steps that helped her to reclaim her life. Website: www.melissamelbourne.com

Download or read book From the Ground Up written by Howard Schultz and published by Random House. This book was released on 2019-01-28 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the longtime CEO and chairman of Starbucks, a bold, dramatic work about the new responsibilities that leaders, businesses, and citizens share in American society today—as viewed through the intimate lens of one man’s life and work. What do we owe one another? How do we channel our drive, ingenuity, even our pain, into something more meaningful than individual success? And what is our duty in the places where we live, work, and play? These questions are at the heart of the American journey. They are also ones that Howard Schultz has grappled with personally since growing up in the Brooklyn housing projects and while building Starbucks from eleven stores into one of the world’s most iconic brands. In From the Ground Up, Schultz looks for answers in two interwoven narratives. One story shows how his conflicted boyhood—including experiences he has never before revealed—motivated Schultz to become the first in his family to graduate from college, then to build the kind of company his father, a working-class laborer, never had a chance to work for: a business that tries to balance profit and human dignity. A parallel story offers a behind-the-scenes look at Schultz’s unconventional efforts to challenge old notions about the role of business in society. From health insurance and free college tuition for part-time baristas to controversial initiatives about race and refugees, Schultz and his team tackled societal issues with the same creativity and rigor they applied to changing how the world consumes coffee. Throughout the book, Schultz introduces a cross-section of Americans transforming common struggles into shared successes. In these pages, lost youth find first jobs, aspiring college students overcome the yoke of debt, post-9/11 warriors replace lost limbs with indomitable spirit, former coal miners and opioid addicts pave fresh paths, entrepreneurs jump-start dreams, and better angels emerge from all corners of the country. From the Ground Up is part candid memoir, part uplifting blueprint of mutual responsibility, and part proof that ordinary people can do extraordinary things. At its heart, it’s an optimistic, inspiring account of what happens when we stand up, speak out, and come together for purposes bigger than ourselves. Here is a new vision of what can be when we try our best to lead lives through the lens of humanity. “Howard Schultz’s story is a clear reminder that success is not achieved through individual determination alone, but through partnership and community. Howard’s commitment to both have helped him build one of the world’s most recognized brands. It will be exciting to see what he accomplishes next.”—Bill Gates

Download or read book Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain written by Paul Meier and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2009-11-02 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revolutionary approach to dealing with life's challenges that guides readers in how to face them and to recognize them as gifts from God. At one time or another everyone finds themselves questioning, "Does God still love me? Is there a purpose for all this pain?" Drs. Meier and Henderson teach readers how to face painful struggles head-on in a way that allows them to grow and mature emotionally and spiritually. In this timely book they explore the seven most common life challenges: Injustice Rejection Loneliness Loss Discipline Failure Death In addition they offer the three reasons we often miss the gifts these challenges can be. This unique approach to an age-old problem will encourage and challenge readers to grow through their struggles instead of wasting energy trying to avoid them altogether.

Download or read book Tibetan Buddhism from the Ground Up written by B. Alan Wallace and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1993-10-09 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TIBETAN BUDDHISM FROM THE GROUND UP offers a clear & complete presentation of the main teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, beginning with the basic themes & concluding with the esoteric concepts & advanced practices of Tantra.

Download or read book Essential Oils from the Ground Up written by J. A. von Fraunhofer MSc PhD FRSC and published by LifeRich Publishing. This book was released on 2019-08-13 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essential oils have been used as incense, perfumes, and in cosmetics since antiquity. They have also been used over thousands of years for their medicinal properties as well as in aromatherapy, massage therapy, and a host of other applications. In Essential Oils from the Ground Up, Dr. von Fraunhofer highlights how a leading international company, Young Living, goes about satisfying the needs of essential oil users and supplying essential oils that are the very best in terms of quality, purity, and effectiveness. This book addresses what readers want to know about essential oils, how they are extracted from plants, what testing they undergo, and how they are used. The incredible properties of essential oils and their amazing contribution to modern living and their importance in health care today and in the future are discussed in detail. Appendices to the book provide in-depth information on many aspects of essential oils and their testing. The book is well illustrated and has an index and numerous footnotes to explain scientific and medical terms in the text.

Download or read book Christianity from the Ground Up written by Ian Dodkins and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2024-01-19 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did all species fit on the ark? Where is Jesus now? What is the purpose of heaven? These are questions many Christians have asked themselves, but they have also led many people to become atheists. This book doesn’t answer them; it shows how these questions are missing the point and explains how core Christian values arise naturally from the human experience and why these values are so important to live a life of contentment, despite all trials. This book combines knowledge in science (not pseudo-science) with understanding in wisdom texts including the Bible, Stoicism, and Taoism. It explains why forgiveness, optimism, gratitude, humility, and love are so important in our lives. Along the way, readers will learn about relativity, the size of the universe, the purpose of life, how to feel content, mental strength, and how Job expresses sentiments similar to Taoism. The book talks about Christian history, the effect of fasting on the body and mind, and stories such as the Frog in the Well. This book isn’t trying to convince the reader; it’s a journey through life, science, and religion that will certainly teach something new.

Download or read book Finding Purpose in the Pain written by Dr. Gregory Heathman and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-01-07 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pastor and counselor for more than thirty years, Dr. Gregory Heathman answers the questions, Why so much pain "Why Me?" Why Now? Why so much pain? In this insight full book Dr. Greg Heathman shares God's word and God's heart on the role of suffering in the life of the Christian.

Download or read book From Zero to a Hundred written by Jason Roy and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He relearned to do the things that many of us take for granted, including eating, dressing, and walking. Jason struggled to retake control of his life and fought against a system that is not friendly for those with disabilities. It is with tenacity for life, justice, his family, and his belief in a higher power that kept his will to fight when many others may have quit. We are extremely proud of Jason! Dr. Jeffrey Berliner, DO, TIRR Memorial Hermann Sometimes you have to lose the life of your dreams to live your God-ordained destiny. What do you do when youve lost everything? How do you rebuild your life when youve lost the desire to live? These questions are at the core of From Zero to a Hundred, a story of hope and inspiration. In From Zero to a Hundred, Jason Roy, a medically retired police officer turned inspirational speaker, details how he survived two near-death experiences and pushed through the pain to discover his purpose. Through life-altering spinal cord injuries, paralysis, bouts with depression, and suicidal thoughts, Jason fought to remain steadfast in his faith in God, accept his new reality, and live his God-ordained destiny. He acknowledges that fear and doubt are normal responses to tragedy, but encourages us to step out on faith and be willing to lose everything to ultimately live the life of our dreams.

Download or read book From Pain to Purpose written by Chris McQuay and published by Tate Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When experiencing a crisis, you will find yourself inundated with a flood of intense emotions, negative thoughts, and physical reactions. If you don't understand what's happening, the stress of the situation will be compounded by helplessness, fear, guilt, confusion, and the feeling of being completely out of control. If you understand what's causing the intense emotions, you will be better equipped to make it through the crisis experience in a healthy and even victorious manner. Everyone faces a crisis at some point. Whether it is in the form of the loss of a loved one, an unwanted divorce, a disabling accident, a frightening medical diagnosis, a natural disaster, or some other unexpected life-altering event, crisis comes to us all. In this inspiration guide, Chris McQuay ivites readers along on an allegorical journey with a young girl named Gabriella. With only the lessons that she's gleaned from her papa and the help of the Guidebook that he's given her, she sets out across the Mountains of Crisis in order find her High Calling. As readers follow this expedition, Chris explains how the lessons that Gabriella learns can benefit us all. With the wisdom that comes from life experience, Chris shows readers what crisis can look like, how it can effect us, and how we can overcome through faith and perseverance. The path to your high calling may lead through crisis, but you too can journey From Pain to Purpose.

Download or read book Pain s Purpose written by LaToya Martin and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-03-28 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With life growing inside of her, Talia Williams finally understood that love could no longer hold her abusive marriage together. To prevent losing another baby, she seeks refuge with her parents, but with Khalil hot on her trail, she is forced to move in with her sorority sister, Alanna Davis. Living under one roof gives the women an opportunity to reconcile past differences and together deal with love, pain, and life's transitions. Realizing that the search for his wife is in vain, Khalil retreats. He comes to accept the consequences of his actions and attempts to reconstruct his life, but an unexpected visitor from his past may destroy all that he has worked to rebuild. Eventually, futile efforts to handle life on her own push Talia into the arms of Christ and give her the hope that she needs to believe that her marriage can be healed. Just when all seems well, she is blindsided by tragedy, causing her faith and relationships to be stretched to the limit. Pain's Purpose is the first in a series that tells the story of reconciliation, forgiveness, and discovery of unconditional love.

Download or read book Loss and Hope written by Peter Admirand and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-05-22 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are the spiritual consequences of abuse and trauma? Where is God? How and why does such senseless suffering occur? What is the relationship between loss and hope? What are the benefits of examining loss and hope from an interreligious focus? These are some of the questions addressed in this volume, written by leading international scholars and which also includes contributions by those who have suffered: survivors of genocide and state terror. Case studies of loss and hope from around the world are discussed, including from the United States, Ireland, Sri Lanka, India, Iran, Iraq, Argentina, China, and Chile. Religions examined include Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism and Hinduism. Three interconnected lenses are used to explore new perspectives on loss and hope: survivors and victims' testimony; interfaith studies; and ethical approaches. The book highlights the need for responses to atrocity that transcend differences within gender, class, religion, race and ethnicity. The authors stress the need for partnership and dialogue from an interfaith perspective, and while neither hiding not unduly minimizing the extent of losses in the world, attempt to establish an ethics of hope in the face of destabilizing losses in the realms of human rights and post-conflict resolution. Loss and Hope is the first book to bring together this high level and diversity of scholars living and working all over the world from different faith, cultural and ethnic backgrounds examining the universal themes of loss and hope.

Download or read book Crushing written by T. D. Jakes and published by FaithWords. This book was released on 2019-04-16 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow God's process for growth and find hope in life's darkest moments with Bishop T.D. Jakes's uplifting stories and advice from his own faith journey. In this insightful book, #1 New York Times bestselling author T.D. Jakes wrestles with age-old questions: Why do the righteous suffer? Where is God in all the injustice? Bishop Jakes tells crushing personal stories from his own journey -- the painful experience of learning his young teenage daughter was pregnant, the agony of watching his mother succumb to Alzheimer's, and the shock and helplessness he felt when his son had a heart attack. Bishop Jakes wants to show you how God uses difficult, crushing experiences to prepare you for unexpected blessings. If you are faithful through suffering, you will be surprised by God's joy, comforted by His peace, and fulfilled with His purpose. Crushing will inspire you to have hope, even in your most difficult moments. If you trust in God and lean on Him during setbacks, He will lead you through.

Download or read book The Power of Approval written by Te Dora M. Brown and published by TEDORA M. BROWN PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2023-09-07 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "The Power of Approval," author Te Dora M. Brown invites you on an extraordinary journey from adversity to triumph, where the velvet rope that separates you from your destined future is lifted. Te Dora M. Brown shares a raw and authentic accounting of her own experiences with abuse, loss, struggle, and the subsequent steps she took to emerge victoriously on the other side. This is not your typical self-help book. Instead, it serves as a powerful survival guide, equipping you with the tools and mindset needed to navigate life's challenges and reach your desired destination. With refreshing honesty, Te Dora M. Brown reveals the cracks and holes in her own journey, inspiring you to confront your own obstacles head-on and conquer them with resilience. "The Power of Approval" is a compelling narrative of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of God's grace. It reminds you that regardless of your past or present circumstances, you have the power to rise above, approve of yourself, and create a life of greatness. Prepare to be inspired, motivated, and empowered to embrace your own journey as you embark on this transformative exploration of personal growth and self-approval. The power is within you, waiting to be unleashed. Are you ready to step into greatness?

Download or read book Life with A PURPOSE The Story of My Life written by Anya vonderLuft and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-09-03 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An autobiography of the Life of Anya vonderLuft. Learn about her strengths and weaknesses and how to overcome them.

Download or read book Pain with Purpose written by Rachel Adcock and published by . This book was released on 2019-08-03 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Don't let life's challenges get you down! Today isn't the day to give up...it is just the beginning!In Pain with Purpose, Rachel explains how many painful situations in her life have led her to the conclusion that they happened for one of the following purposes: To lead to something better, to help her learn, or to help somebody else.If you are a single mom, are battling an illness, have made mistakes that are difficult to move past, or other trials that young women go through, this book is for you!

Download or read book The Purpose for the Pain written by Sharon Grant and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2011-07-28 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Purpose in the Pain summarizes the fact that life comes with pain from the many challenges and tragedies we face. However, it is though these pains that the purpose God has for our life is realized. While the challenges are at times heart wrenching and the option of giving up is viable, God and His Word catapults us into a season of hope. Purpose in the Pain informs the reader that it is okay to start over, have moments and yet move forward towards the destiny which God has mapped out for their life.