An excellent resource manual for modern day life
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Controlling stress is vital to maintaining mental health and managing the work/life balance. Understanding how operating outside one's comfort zone affects you, and by (quoting from the book) understanding your personal stress tolerance levels, and recognizing the symptoms of excessive stress, it's possible to develop strategies to help you manage stress. By learning and practicing these strategies, it's possible to live the life you desire and improve your quality of life.

It helped me...
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Spiritual ecology is a practice whose time is now.  Francesca Howell has written a clear and informative manual about how to achieve well-being for ourselves and our natural world, Gaia.  She draws on many spiritual traditions - Wiccan, Buddist, Taosit, Pagan and native cultures to offer information about balance, healing, guides, shamanism and crystals.  Each chapter contains visual exercises to bring you closer to your spiritual self and concludes with very practical ecological suggestions for positive change in the world.  It only takes one person to make a positive change.  This delightful book is an excellent guide.  It is highly recommended.
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I love this book! It is Practical and full of Scriptural truth  A much needed resource for today's tech generation!
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Having been born in '95 I feel that I caught the tail end of a childhood without social media.  That being said, my teenage years were absolutely absorbed with texting, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and whatever else my friends were using.  Recognizing both the benefits and the downfalls of technology and media, Eugene Gan's book provides an excellent roadmap to navigating the ever changing technology and media we encounter on a daily basis.  As Gan states, this book, and the seven keys he explains, help a person "navigate through the digital world without falling down digital rabbit holes." Being that I am Catholic, this book absolutely
helps guide me through today's media using my faith as a compass. Gan quotes that the media is a tool that "Can be used to proclaim the Gospel or to silence it within men's hearts." And I absolutely agree. It can be a very effect instrument in spreading the Word of God (and much more knowledge as well). Gan also quotes Pope Paul VI in regards to the his opinion that the Church "would feel guilty before the Lord if she did not utilize" the media today.  In fact, the Church is not only called to use mass media to evangelize but to always integrate the message of salvation into the "new culture."
Whether you are Catholic, Buddhist, or not religious at all the seven keys Gan lays out apply to the general human person.  It helps as a gauge to understand if media is balanced, made with the right attitude, respects the dignity of the human person, proclaims truth, is developed well, and motivated by and relevant to experience.
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This small book is an excellent resource that you will find useful and subtly illuminating.  It is both very simple to read and understand, but is also deeply profound.  It is not meant as an academic work, but as a practical guide that is meant to be useful to ordinary people.  I think the combination of these elements makes this book timeless and a valuable addition to any library.

The book's compact design necessitates that it is well structured.  It is so well organized that it can be easily used as a reference that you can use to re-approach a range of practical topics.

The book is prefaced with a wonderful biographical introduction that gives the reader some basic knowledge about Shaykh 'Uthman dan Fodio, his life, and the world in which he lived.

The core of the book is the Kitab 'Usul ad-Deen.  It is divided 3 main sections covering the Science of Fiqh (Islamic practice, according to the Maliki madhab), the Science of Tawhid (which covers essential matters of Islamic belief), and the Science of Tasawwuf (which covers the approaches to purifying and opening the heart to Allah).  Each section is clearly conceived and well explained.  The book flows naturally between sections so that it's clear that the elements of each portion are part of an organic whole.

This is connected to the next section with a wonderful and profound short song/poem.  The final portion is the Kitab Masa'il al-Muhimma, which builds off the first 3 sections of the book and succinctly explores 13 practical points.  The book concludes with an outstanding small glossary of terms.

While only 117 pages long, it is a study in how wisdom appreciates economy in design.  I consider this a very important work, and I consider it one of my favorite and most valued books in my library.
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Dr. Wignalls book is extremely well-organized for a person seeking help in finding resources for therapy. It can be read by topic of interest, not necessarily from first to last page.  As a result, it gives the reader a great deal of freedom in accessing information that may be timely at a particular moment.  I was impressed with his approach - use of "real life" questions is most effective; examples are relatable and given in " practical" language; information is organized in a logical fashion.  This book is an important contribution in assisting people to achieve emotional health. And the authors concern for his reader is both obvious and impressive.
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The author Faithaline Hippolyte  has based this solution oriented book on her own life experiences.

The format of the book is well organized. It is broken down into sections that allows the reader to easily find solutions.

The book is an excellent resource not only to women in general but working moms, students,  dads, single persons, to anyone who is having an overwhelming experience.

I would highly recommend Secrets to Becoming a Wiser, More Confident and Happier You to anyone.
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Matt Murphy and Brad Widstroms book 99 Thoughts on Caring for Your Youth Group: From Coffee Shop Counseling to Crisis Care is an excellent resource that every youth leader ought to read and reference repeatedly. That said, it is not merely a handbook for youth pastors who desire to grow in their role as caregivers. Indeed, it is an effective eye-opener for anyone interacting with todays teenagers.

The significant issues facing teens in contemporary culture (e.g., drugs, alcohol, domestic abuse, unexpected pregnancies, suicide, bullying, cutting, sexting, and school shootings) justify Murphy and Widstroms rather startling claim that In todays society, all kids are at-risk (12). The bold manner in which the authors consistently confront these all-too-prevalent problems is in keeping with the seriousness of the threat to the well-being of individual teenagers and the youth groups they belong to. They rightly refuse to shy away from the most difficult ministry situations or soft-pedal the stark realities that youth workers will face as they seek to disciple students satiated by the relativistic postmodern milieu. The consequence is that the book appropriately communicates the actual depth of youth ministry.

In short, if concerned Christian adults implement the clear advise contained within this youth ministry preparedness manual, they will be strategically equipped to provide Christ-like care in any situation and in so doing they will positively impact the lives of teenagers for the kingdom of God.
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Great guide for people trying to move towards a minimalist lifestyle. Following the methods in this book is a great way to reduce stress, save money, and enjoy a more organized lifestyle. This book is full of great tips that anyone could start applying to their lives straight away. Life is about being happy, not stressing over money. is a great quote from the book and something I think more people should live by. There is no doubt in my mind this book could be of great help to many people in the modern world today who simply do not manage or budget their money properly or organize their life in a way designed to reduce stress. Furthermore the tips throughout the book I found to be absolutely brilliant. I am really grateful for all the effort the author put into this book, and I can sense he genuinely cares about his readers and wants to help. Everyone who is into budgeting money has something to learn from this book.
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This is a great modern book where standard medicine and natural medicine meet and mix well. Dr. Junger is not telling us anything crazy or even new (Some of it might be new to you; it was to me.) but he is telling us in a way that makes sense in our lives. The book tells us about how our body functions and what it needs and how a lot more than our food can weigh us down. This is a good manual for your body in the here and now. Times have changed and some of the old rules have become invalid. I highly recommend it to everyone. I should also mention that he developed this as a result of his own need to heal. He knows that it works first hand.

I cannot speak highly enough about this book. It has informed me and helped me to better my life.

I would like to add that the program is easy to follow. The recipes are simple and delicious.  There is also an online support group that is fantastic. It's at [...]. Take a look at it. It has some great information.
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The BUTTERFLY MOVEMENT is a excellent guide using Christian principles, to assist young girls and women make wise and informed decisions that will affect their life. The author utilizing a combination of her own personal life experiences, poetry and biblical scripture, to show the cause and effect as well as the consequences one will face as a result of living life out of divine order.

The BUTTERFLY MOVEMENT is reference guide for better living and if followed consistently, it will assist the reader in avoiding many of life's pitfalls that come from one getting CAUGHT UP by the sweet nothings whispered in the ear at very young ages. In light of the current level of social dysfunction, broken families and troubled children in this country, this book is a welcomed and very timely source of valuable information. The BUTTERFLY MOVEMENT will not only benefit the reader, but will improve the nature and tenure of the personal relationships of those within the reader's circle of influence.
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This comprehensive guide to modern living is clear, cogent, succinct and incredibly valuable.  The author is a highly successful individual who has taken an enormous effort to sift through the massive literature on this subject and has distilled the workable gems into a highly readable and well organized guide to survive and thrive in this new century.  I plan to gift each of my children with it, and to share its lessons fully with my wife. In my opinion, it's the best of the many volumes out there!
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I think that this book is the most complete and modern manual on demography at the moment. There is a lot of information packed in its 300 pages. The author was able to offer both a good summary of the current state of the discipline and a very good presentation of its more advanced methods. With this book one can gain a good knowledge of demography, and as the author was able to present the material without unnecessary complication, and with a lot of examples, it is quite possible to read and understand a lot without a teacher.
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This is an excellent, compact guide to sorting through the glut of information and perspectives available to everyone these days. I'd strongly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a place to start.  It gives tools to explore, sort, and explain.
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I love how this book ties together history, present day, philosophical writings and modern research to identify how the 'Gold Standard' permeates all cultures throughout history.  From common sayings we still say, to make world religion's decrees, following things like the 'Golden Rule' remains key.  The author weaves all this together in a steady narrative, also sharing her personal experience to tie in real life examples.

The book makes you think, analyze your life, and understand how best to build up the positives in life and dispel the negative.  She offers tips for how to apply what you read to your life, and that I found to be incredibly helpful.

This book is good for both people who are looking to enhance their current mindset, as well as people who enjoy delving into how people work together and how best to add to that harmony of a positive life.
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One of the best analyses of modern culture and the pitfalls of it. Hands on, practical advice that can be applied to life.
I highly recommend this for everyone who wants to gain control of life and find rest, balance and escape from a world on overdrive that is sucking the life out of us.
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No surprise. We live in an information age. We all are challenged by the many options awaiting us on the World Wide Web. Technology has given us an incredible opportunity to connect with others and gather information beyond our homes and community. However, with these opportunities, many dangers are also out there for all of us. Parents in particular have additional responsibility in monitoring and guiding their children in their on-line activities. None of us should take this responsibility lightly.

In response, David Clark has written You, Your Family and the Internet: What Every Christian in the Digital Age Should Know.  This is a short but resource rich book covering the topics of the history of information technology, communication, news, social media and on-line gaming, as well as online gambling and pornography. Clark knows this area well with 30 years experience in the field of computer and information technology. As a Christian, Clark not only covers these dangers, but he also gives a biblical foundation for what should guide us in our choices on-line. Each chapter also has a practical advice section and questions for discussion.

Bottom Line:

What I appreciated most about this book is that it is well organized, to the point, and balanced in its view of technology. Clark offers a firm foundation in biblical principles (such as self-control and accountability) to guide his reader's approach to the Internet and presents honest conclusions about potential benefits and risks of our on-line activity. For parents, Clark offers compelling cautions that will be helpful for anyone who has a kid on-line. Personally, as a parent of  a teen, pre-teen and elementary student, my wife and I find that we need to be engage with our kids and their on-line decisions. I appreciated that Clark does not condone sticking your head in the sand, nor does he state that we should keep our kids away from all technology. Instead he presents the facts and allows individuals and parents to determine their own conclusions. The questions at the end of each chapter would be helpful to use in a small group discussion format, but you may need to add some additional questions for a full discussion. His book is also linked to a resources page on his website for additional articles and links on the areas covered in the book.

Parents, pastors, and anyone who is concerned about how the Internet's influences one's self or family will find an excellent resource in this small book. It's an easy read and has great points  that may be shared with kids too.