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Whether you're becoming a mum for the first time or you have children who are growing up faster than you could have ever imagined, motherhood can feel like the most joyful and yet the most daunting of times. But you're not alone. From the moment I knew my first baby was a girl I started to plan, hope and dream. I couldn't wait to experience that special bond, but I wondered how I'd feel about being a working mum, how I'd hold on to the person I am.

Growing up as an undersized white basketball player on a remote island in Alaska, Jesse had nearly every chip stacked against him. Yet despite his size and circumstances, he managed to rise above it all and make it to the big screen in Hollywood. With only the love of the game of basketball and the tenacity to follow a dream driving him, Jesse's persistence has led him to star in national commercials and movies with some of the most recognizable celebrities and professional athletes in the world.

First Lady Barbara Bush was famous for handing out advice. From friends and family to heads of state and Supreme Court justices, and certainly to her staff, her advice ranged from what to wear, what to say or not say, and how to live your life. She especially loved visiting with students of all ages, from kindergartners to college graduates. Full of Barbara Bush's trademark wit and thoughtfulness, Pearls of Wisdom is a poignant reflection on life, love, family, and the world by one of America's most iconic - and beloved - public figures.

Heidi is unapologetically authentic, her memoir is filled with honesty, humour and home-truths. She will show you how she dealt with her inner mean girls that told her she wasn't skinny enough, good enough or simply that other people mattered more than she did. She will inspire you to STOP worrying what other people think and take your power back!

Covering seven decades of living, traveling, and growing, Does My Voice Matter? follows James’ journey of self-discovery and authenticity as she gradually recognizes that she has a voice—and learns how to use it. She uses her own life experiences as a backdrop for her exploration of how the voice is used as a tool of engagement.

Esta historia no es una tragicomedia que habla de la diferencia entre la comodidad social y la felicidad real. Es una historia humana que versa de alguna forma de cómo tuve que adaptarme a los tiempos, a mis decisiones y a mis necesidades. Muestro cómo, detrás de este rostro y de este corazón, que deja ver solo algunas cosas, hay verdades que pueden engañar, hay sueños, esperanzas, padecimientos, ternuras que se quedan presas en el fondo de nuestro ser buscando la luz como las plantas que logran salir a la superficie.

The Life That Woke Me Up Was My Own is a triumphant literary memoir from writer and artist Nancy Swisher. It tells the story of a woman who remembers a betrayal from her past and traces the way it limited her life until she healed. You will find yourself growing stronger and more courageous as you enjoy this unique blend of beautiful language and the transformational wisdom of deep emotional and spiritual healing.

The Chronicles is a collection of articles, private writings, and journals that developed The Confidence Factor for Women in Leadership movement. All of the journals are impactful and value based to help women in leadership own their places in leadership. It is time to increase the value of women in leadership globally, and it starts with confidence. When women feel valued, they lead with confidence.

Ted Bundy and Jeffery Dahmer, are two of the most infamous serial killers in the United States. All serial killers seem to have a storied past, one of heartbreak or pain, which caused them to become who they were or are. This two book bundle is here to provide you with the stories of Ted "the Angel of Death" Bundy and Milwaukee Cannibal, Jeffery Dahmer.

For so long, people have been trying to tell your story. They’ve put you in a box. Made you feel less than, and challenged you to live life their way. You may feel frustration, anger, disgust. You’re hungry for success. You’re tired of giving your story away. In May 2013, Nate Howard made the front page of the LA Times for sparking a movement against racial profiling after 79 LAPD officers shut down his event at USC. Realizing someone was attempting to tell his story, he founded Movement BE, a nonprofit organization that helps young people discover their stories.

This is not merely a collection of words, but a guiding companion on your journey towards self-actualization. It serves as a reminder that every woman possesses an inner radiance waiting to be awakened and celebrated. Whether you seek motivation, solace, or a daily dose of inspiration, Radiant Reflections will empower you to embrace your uniqueness, reclaim your power, and live a life guided by authenticity, purpose, and joy.

This award-winning book is published by The Rules of a Big Boss LLC. It is a personal journey of how Haelee P. Moone overcame depression, anxieties, and betrayal. It is a manual for young and adult women to maximize higher self-esteem. Please know that the author cannot make you more comfortable in yourself. That’s a journey that you have to travel alone. The good news is that she will do what she can to support you along the way. The things contained within this book are what help her daily. Her hope is that these things help you as they do her.

Uno de los testimonios más divertidos y conmovedores que se publicarán este año. Este es un audiolibro dirigido a todas las personas que creen en el amor y en la igualdad. También es para las que aún sienten temor, inseguridad y dudan si eso que sienten en su corazón está bien, que están definiendo quiénes son, qué camino tomar y que descubrirán a partir de este conmovedor relato, que cuando se vive con valentía y coherencia todo deja de ser tan complicado.

Dr. Carla Johnston’s life story, uniquely her own, also resonates with all women. Fraught with roadblocks and buoyed by unexpected support, Carla’s dream of becoming a clinician to serve others on their health journey is interwoven with her life journey. Through bravery, resilience, and a dogged belief in herself, she became a freshman at 50. Empowering and enlightening, this is an amazing story.

In this memoir, DC proves that the universe may have thrown him curveballs, but he hit them out of the park! With humor, vulnerability, and a healthy dose of sass, he share his journey of overcoming obstacles and the valuable lessons learned along the way. Think of it as a battle-tested guide to life and business, written with heart and humor. If you're looking for a story that will inspire you to tackle your own challenges with courage and wit, this book is the universe's way of giving you a high-five!

Infertility is a long and complicated journey filled with expectations and dreams. Hoping in those expectations and dreams is our natural tendency, but maybe there is another way. Dive deep with Lindsay into the process of her pursuing motherhood while growing her faith in the goodness of God, despite loss and hardship.

One dramatic day in her college dorm, self-injury lands a young woman in the surreal world of a psych ward for 74 hours. Those traumatic hours define her life for many years, until she comes to see the trauma through the lens of self-forgiveness, ongoing recovery, and God’s grace of revelation. Within Discovering My Scars, Stephanie Kostopoulos makes herself vulnerable and invites listeners into her reality with raw and visceral depictions of non-suicidal self-injury. The journey encapsulates life during her 20s, while stepping back to childhood, revealing abuse....

In What It Takes, Amy Henry, a formidable businesswoman and national star from The Apprentice, shares her experiences, skills, and in-your-face advice for moving up in today's workplace.

In Hidden Treasure, Kara Adams teaches us that we are more than just our past life experiences, no matter how harsh these may have been. She leads us through a harrowing and deeply inspiring walk through her own past including infidelity, infertility, family trauma, and her life-threatening illness to show us that despite any circumstance, we can rise to live the passion and purpose designed for us. Part memoir and part personal development book, Hidden Treasure is beautifully written. Kara engages the listener with her contemporary, colloquial, and chatty voice.

As a woman and mom myself, I get it! Life is busy and fun and fulfilling and stressful and joyful and so very much more. I’m also a therapist, so I get the background behind a lot of the patterns many of us fall into in our everyday lives as well. In the following chapters, I'll share some of my own stories, as well as helpful pointers and tips you can use to help you in your daily life. I’ve also included themes I hear a lot in my private practice therapy sessions, as I feel like these are often very relevant outside of the therapy room too.