Download or read book My Favorite Midlife Crisis Yet written by Toby Devens and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Gwyneth Berke has a perfect life...until one day she walks into her pantry, lets out a little scream of disbelief and begins the following list: What to do when you find out that your husband is in love with your interior decorator, Brad (or, A Midlife Crisis Checklist): --Get divorced (this is a must!) --Quickly discover a lifetime supply of humor (this will also help with your children and your mentally deteriorating father) --Stop sulking, show a little spirit and start a new life plan (also a must) --Recruit your two very dear, newly single friends to help you with it --Don't look back and enjoy the ride!
Download or read book Love and Trouble written by Claire Dederer and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2017-05-09 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blazingly intelligent, wickedly funny, and piercingly honest, a memoir that captures the perils and pleasures of girlhood, womanhood, and life itself. “One of my favorite books of the last few years.” —Cheryl Strayed “Sentence for sentence, a more pleasure-yielding midlife memoir is hard to think of.” —The Atlantic At mid-life, Claire Dederer developed a sudden yearning for jailbreak. In this exuberant memoir, she reflects on two periods in her life uncannily similar in their emotional intensity: her present experience as a middle-aged mom in the grip of unruly and mysterious new hungers, and her recollections of herself as a teenager.
Download or read book Happy Any Day Now written by Toby Devens and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-08-06 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every five years my mother had her fortune read by Lulu Cho, owner of the Golden Lotus Massage Club for Men. Now it was my turn. And Lulu predicted one hurricane of a future for me! Judith Soo Jin Raphael’s childhood was shaped by her hardworking immigrant mother, her father who left them, and her struggles to fit in as a half-Korean, half-Jewish kid in a tough urban neighborhood. But music lessons gave her a purpose and passion. Now, as Judith’s fiftieth birthday nears, she has rewarding work as a cellist with the Maryland Philharmonic, an enthusiastic if uncommitted lover, and a quirky but close relationship with her mother. Then chaos strikes: Judith’s first love, who dumped her decades ago, returns to dazzle her with his golden pedigree and brilliant career. Her long-absent father arrives out of the blue with a snazzy car and a con man’s patter, turning her mother into a love-struck flirt whom Judith barely recognizes. All this while her mentor at the orchestra falls seriously ill. No wonder Judith develops a paralyzing case of stage fright. Judith finds herself feeling—and sometimes acting—slightly unhinged, but she’s convinced that happiness will arrive any day now. She’s just got to hold on tight during this midlife shake-up...and claim the prize that life surely has in store for her. CONVERSATION GUIDE INCLUDED
Download or read book Happy Any Day Now written by Toby Devens and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every five years my mother had her fortune read by Lulu Cho, owner of the Golden Lotus Massage Club for Men. Now it was my turn. And Lulu predicted one hurricane of a future for me! Judith Soo Jin Raphael's childhood was shaped by her hardworking immigrant mother, her father who left them, and her struggles to fit in as a half-Korean, half-Jewish kid in a tough urban neighborhood. But music lessons gave her a purpose and passion. Now, as Judith's fiftieth birthday nears, she has rewarding work as a cellist with the Maryland Philharmonic, an enthusiastic if uncommitted lover, and a quirky but close relationship with her mother. Then chaos strikes: Judith's first love, who dumped her decades ago, returns to dazzle her with his golden pedigree and brilliant career. Her long-absent father arrives out of the blue with a snazzy car and a con man's patter, turning her mother into a love-struck flirt whom Judith barely recognizes. All this while her mentor at the orchestra falls seriously ill. No wonder Judith develops a paralyzing case of stage fright. Judith finds herself feeling--and sometimes acting--slightly unhinged, but she's convinced that happiness will arrive any day now. She's just got to hold on tight during this midlife shake-up...and claim the prize that life surely has in store for her. CONVERSATION GUIDE INCLUDED
Download or read book Barefoot Beach written by Toby Devens and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-07-05 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spend a summer at the beach with this enchanting and emotional story about love, loss, and the powerful bonds of female friendship... The beach house carried some kind of spell, concocted of—I don’t know—salt air, sea grass and Old Bay seasoning that over the years had permeated its walls and floorboards. Whatever it was, the place cast fabulous magic. For Nora Farrell, Tuckahoe, Maryland, isn’t just a summer refuge, it’s home—where she married the love of her life, decided to have a child, and has remained connected with her two closest friends. Even now, long after her husband’s passing, Nora reunites with Margo and Emine every June…. But this year, challenges invade the friends’ retreat. Even as Nora delights in teaching at her dance studio, she is shaken by the possible loss of her beach house…and by a tentative new romance. While Margo directs a musical at the Driftwood Playhouse, she finds her marriage on rocky ground. And Em, who relishes running her family’s café, struggles to handle her rebellious daughter. With their personal dramas reaching a fever pitch, the women will discover that it isn’t only the beach that brightens their lives. Their bond with one another provides the ultimate magic.
Download or read book Chronicles of a Midlife Crisis written by Robyn Harding and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-09-07 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are two sides to every breakup. Lucy had no clue that her husband of sixteen years was about to bolt. Now she's dealing with shock, loneliness, and girlfriends who alternately pity her and provoke her. She also-unbelievably-is apparently competing with her own teenage daughter for a new man's attention. Trent pictured freedom, self-discovery...and maybe some sex with actual passion. So far, he's mostly watching hockey in a hotel room and wondering what's next. Being middle-aged and married isn't easy. The jury's still out on being middle-aged and single... There are two sides to every breakup. In this witty, heartfelt novel, Robyn Harding explores them both-and takes us on a journey through the end of a marriage and the beginning of something new...which may or may not be something old too.
Download or read book My Favorite Mistake written by Wendi Zwaduk and published by Totally Entwined Group (USA+CAD). This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She's always known who she wanted. Now she needs to find the strength to make him see they're more than a mistake. Molly Neff creates promotional art for companies with confidence and her working partner is sex on legs. Austin Dean is sexy, smart and everything she's wanted in a man since the moment they met. They've slept together a couple of times, but things haven't worked out between them. When another woman enters the picture, can Molly convince Austin they belong together or will the relationship end up scrapped for a better idea? As much as he likes working with Molly, Austin wants more out of life than creating advertising campaigns for others. He wants to be the star. Molly has always been his good luck charm—with her brains and charisma, she helps him make his dream come true. But his starring role comes with complications. He's always sort of known he loved Molly, but another woman wants his attention. Will he choose Molly and a simple life with her or the bright lights of fame?
Download or read book How to Survive Your Husband s Midlife Crisis written by Gay Courter and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to deal with a husband's mid-life crisis, covering topics including infidelity, thrill-seeking behavior, and financial irresponsibility, and deciding whether or not to continue with the relationship.
Download or read book Men in Midlife Crisis written by Jim Conway and published by David C Cook. This book was released on 1997 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This newly revised version still offers practical ways to deal with the crisis, but now the book has been updated with new research and quotes for the '90s and beyond. Conway's advice comes from his own personal experience as well as years of research and counseling. After 20 years as a bestseller, this revised edition is even better.
Download or read book Your Favorite Band Is Killing Me written by Steven Hyden and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steven Hyden explores nineteen music rivalries and what they say about life in this "highly entertaining" book (Rolling Stone) perfect for every passionate music fan. Beatles vs. Stones. Biggie vs. Tupac. Kanye vs. Taylor. Who do you choose? And what does that say about you? Actually -- what do these endlessly argued-about pop music rivalries say about us? Music opinions bring out passionate debate in people, and Steven Hyden knows that firsthand. Each chapter in Your Favorite Band Is Killing Me focuses on a pop music rivalry, from the classic to the very recent, and draws connections to the larger forces surrounding the pairing. Through Hendrix vs. Clapton, Hyden explores burning out and fading away, while his take on Miley vs. Sinead gives readers a glimpse into the perennial battle between old and young. Funny and accessible, Hyden's writing combines cultural criticism, personal anecdotes, and music history -- and just may prompt you to give your least favorite band another chance.
Download or read book Turning Your Scars Into Stars written by Sue Hamby, PhD and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The death of a child at any age, shatters the parent's heart and causes a complicated grief which never goes away. Dr. Sue Hamby found the murdered body of her only child, Russ, on March 21, 2013, and started on a difficult and painful grief journey. She realized she would never get over the death of her child but had to learn to absorb the loss into her life until it became a part of who she was. Because of her faith in God, her mourning was eventually transformed into joy and her scars became stars. In her book, she touches the depths of your heart and soul by sharing her traumatic grief journey and how her painful scars of grief, bitterness, and brokenness were turned into stars for God's glory. Her story offers hope and healing to those who are struggling with grief and learning how to navigate the grief journey, using God as their GPS. "I have read Dr. Sue Hamby's Turning Your Scars into Stars in one sitting. I couldn't put it down once I started reading the book. This semi-autobiographical narration by Dr. Hamby is a must read for all people, especially people who think that they are alone, depressed, hopeless and helpless." Girija S. Chintapalli, MD Retired Psychiatrist "Her story of how the LORD changed her life through that God-breathed message is a must read for anyone who has lost a loved one." Dan Kirkley, President Hope for the Hungry "Turning Your Scars into Stars is spiritually inspiring and full of truth. It is very well written in such a manner that will not only appeal to multiple victims of tragedies but a wide generational audience. " Michael K. Sweeney, Director of Investigations and Law Enforcement Development INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION (IJM)
Download or read book Surprised By Love written by Jay Kent-Ferraro and published by Cool Springs Press. This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In compelling prose, readers are drawn into an intimate encounter with the harsh realities of infidelity, of how and why it occurs and led transparently through a pathway of awakening. Decisions are made to change, and recreate, and ultimately a transformation of a broken marraige ending in divorce becomes a new relationship. Readers are inspired with hope and possibility. Life altering truths about love and modern marraige including the gifts and hidden dangers are explored. This is anchored in the compelling story of two people who choose to triumph over their individual and relationship failures. Plus, a step by step guide to dealing with infidelity and restoring a relationship completes this tale of love lost and love restored.
Download or read book Midlife Crisis written by Susanne Schmidt and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2020-03-12 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The phrase “midlife crisis” today conjures up images of male indulgence and irresponsibility—an affluent, middle-aged man speeding off in a red sports car with a woman half his age—but before it become a gendered cliché, it gained traction as a feminist concept. Journalist Gail Sheehy used the term to describe a midlife period when both men and women might reassess their choices and seek a change in life. Sheehy’s definition challenged the double standard of middle age—where aging is advantageous to men and detrimental to women—by viewing midlife as an opportunity rather than a crisis. Widely popular in the United States and internationally, the term was quickly appropriated by psychological and psychiatric experts and redefined as a male-centered, masculinist concept. The first book-length history of this controversial concept, Susanne Schmidt’s Midlife Crisis recounts the surprising origin story of the midlife debate and traces its movement from popular culture into academia. Schmidt’s engaging narrative telling of the feminist construction—and ensuing antifeminist backlash—of the midlife crisis illuminates a lost legacy of feminist thought, shedding important new light on the history of gender and American social science in the 1970s and beyond.
Download or read book Indigo Celebration written by Lee Carroll and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2001-10-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By now, tens of thousands of readers have enjoyed our book The Indigo Children. The book not only stirred the interest of many people throughout the world with respect to the profound change in consciousness being manifest in these special kids, but it also taught parents, teachers, and caregivers how to interact with these very special Indigo children. So, what do you do with thousands of letters and comments from parents and others about their Indigo experiences? Well . . . you write another book! An Indigo Celebration is a group of stories, articles, and additional insights into the Indigo child phenomenon. Although we will undoubtedly be writing more academically oriented Indigo books down the line, we wanted to stop for a moment and celebrate these kids—how they think, how they act, and what they’re bringing to our lives. This book is not only meant to entertain, but also to inspire, teach, and provide meaningful insights. Indigo children are part of the positive transformation and shift of the new millennium—and this celebration of them is one we hope you will share in.
Download or read book Medical Marriages written by Glen O. Gabbard and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 1988 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A variety of authors examine the inner workings of the physician's marriage -- the psychological issues and sources of conflict that emerge in the various stages of marriage and family. The authors include notable experts who share their years of clinical experience in helping physicians and their families learn new ways to improve communication, balance the demands of work and family, and grow and change together constructively.
Download or read book Fallout written by August Greeley and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2002-12-15 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the principles of nuclear energy and the types of accidents which can occur in nuclear power plants, focusing on the Chenobyl explosion and the difficulties experienced in containing the radiation that resulted from the disaster.
Download or read book Reflections from Pioneering Women in Psychology written by Jamila Bookwala and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2022-04-14 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume traces the life journeys of a cohort of influential and transformative women in psychology, now in or nearing retirement, who have changed the discipline and the broader world of academia in significant ways. The 26 reflective essays record how these scholars thrived in an academic landscape that was often, at best, unwelcoming, and, at worst, hostile, toward them. They explicitly and implicitly acknowledge that their paths were inextricably linked with the evolution of women's roles in society; they highlight and celebrate their achievements as much as they acknowledge and recognize the obstacles, barriers, and hurdles they overcame. They tell their stories with candor and humor, resulting in a compilation of inspiring essays. The end result of these individual narratives is a volume that provides a unique resource for current and future academics to help them navigate through the crossroads, curves, and challenges of their own careers in academia.
