Parenting Adults

Many people struggle to have honest conversations about race, even those who consider themselves allies or identify as anti-racist. For anyone who wants to have better, more productive discussions, Courageous Discomfort is an empowering handbook that teaches you how to do just that. In these minutes, authors (and best friends), Shanterra McBride, who is Black, and Rosalind Wiseman, who is white, discuss their own friendship and tap into their decades of anti-racism work to answer the 20 uncomfortable-but-critical questions about race they get asked most often.

Workflow and productivity tips for an organized life. Jessica Holsman, author of the bestselling High School Survival Guide, has helped thousands of her fans study smarter, improve their grades, and get the most out of their high school experience. Now, in Work Life Balance Survival Guide, Jess is showing her high achievers how to thrive and succeed as college students, successfully enter the working world, and/or navigate a career shift.

Pink Noise has been used by many to not only get a better night of sleep but also to focus on important tasks! What is it? Well, Pink Noise plays nearly every audio frequency at once, sounding similar to tv static.

The path to healing begins by going inwards. The path forward, paradoxically, begins by going backward. Our early experiences shape and mold the person we become, and when those experiences are filled with fear, anxiety, shame, and misery, what becomes of the adult? Whether you endured parental abuse, neglect, a home filled with conflict, or a mentally ill parent, there's no denying you can't come out of such traumas unscathed

Do you want to gain more independence and maximize your time? Are you struggling with procrastination, time management, and balancing priorities in your academic or professional life? In this comprehensive guide, you will unlock the secrets to executive functioning success as a young adult—no more feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with life. Master time management, beat academic overwhelm, balance priorities, and conquer procrastination for stress-free success.

Are your parenting responsibilities continuing into your children's adulthood? Here you'll be grounded in the guidance of God's Word and reminded that your relationship with your adult children hinges on your relationship with God.

A well-told story takes your mind off plans, worries, and recapitulations, providing a safety net beneath your brain. It takes your mind off any thoughts that could be occupying your mind and relieves anxiety and reduces your stress levels, leaving you no other option but to relax and fall asleep within minutes.

Your students aren't reading. They aren't engaged in class. Getting them to talk is like pulling teeth. Whatever the situation, your reality is not meeting your expectations. Change is needed. But who's got the time? Or maybe you're just starting out, and you want to get it right the first time. If so, Teaching College: The Ultimate Guide to Lecturing, Presenting, and Engaging Students is the blueprint. Find out how to hack the world of higher education instruction and have your course become the standard.

From the author of The Kite Rider comes another great historical novel, this time set in the American west, where the residents of a new settlement struggle against nature and the railroad to keep their town alive. Pulse-pounding adventure, moments of gut-bustin' humor, and a deeply moving sense of community, make Stop the Train! a must-listen.

Being an empty nester doesn’t have to be lonely. Here’s how to rediscover yourself and live a happy and meaningful life.

Anyone can find it difficult to navigate the nuances of love relationships, but adults with Asperger's syndrome and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience particular difficulties. Dr. Joseph Jordan, a clinical psychologist, shares his knowledge in "Romantic Relationships for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger's Syndrome," a kind and helpful manual for locating and sustaining love. Every chapter addresses the complex issues surrounding dating and relationships while offering concise, doable guidance specific to the requirements of adults with Asperger's and ASD.

Winner of the 1982 National Book Award for Biography, Mornings on Horseback is the brilliant biography of the young Theodore Roosevelt. Hailed as a masterpiece by Newsday, it is the story of a remarkable little boy, seriously handicapped by recurrent and nearly fatal attacks of asthma, and his struggle to manhood.

This 2-in-1 Audiobook Bundle Includes Christian Bedtime Stories For Stressed Out Adults Book 1 & Christian Bedtime Stories For Stressed Out Adults Book 2, And Will Help You Fall Into A Deep Sleep Tonight!

No one expected a dreadlocked fifteen-year-old who cared more about his DJ business than his homework to grow up to become one of the youngest-ever White House fellows, create multiple nonprofits, and found a multibillion-dollar company. But Robert Reffkin — raised by an Israeli immigrant single mother, disowned by his maternal grandparents for being Black, and abandoned by his father — has always defied the odds.

Turn back the clocks! Your sweet child has morphed into a teen. And it's no longer just a messy bedroom or an attitude with a capital "A" causing concern. There's a whole new range of issues on the horizon. What if your daughter texts a naked picture to a "boyfriend" ...which he then forwards to the entire class? What if your son becomes increasingly withdrawn...Or your child is being bullied online? Would you know what to do? You could read a whole book on teen psychology - but who has the time!

Few of us are immune to the ideas we absorbed as children. We learned how to get approval or disapproval by creating the kinds of selves who would fit in and succeed with the "right" jobs, relationships, possessions, and so on. Even if we rebel against these ingrained notions by going in the opposite direction, we are still controlled by them. Either way, as adults we are often left feeling anxious or depressed because who we really are has been ignored.

Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson are self-proclaimed "business besties" and hosts of the top-ranked podcast Being Boss, where they talk shop and share their combined expertise with other creative entrepreneurs. Now they take the best of their from-the-trenches advice, giving you targeted guidance on: The Boss Mindset: how to weed out distractions, cultivate confidence, and tackle "fraudy feelings"; Boss Habits: including a tested method for visually mapping out goals with magical results; and Boss Money: how to stop freaking out about finances and sell yourself (without shame).

Ever tried a 'quick' grocery run with your toddler, only to feel like you’ve walked into a circus, minus the entertaining clowns and popcorn? I know that scenario all too well. Parenting isn't about living up to everyone else's expectations but rather tuning into and accommodating our children's unique needs. This journey revealed something universal: our parenting struggles are real, and they're shared. Whether it's the frantic morning rush, persuading a child to eat their greens, or navigating an explosive tantrum in public, parenting is ripe with opportunities for growth.

Adults who have suffered from an abusive childhood often have a difficult time functioning normally and forming meaningful relationships. They grew up in an environment that was considered abnormal by society's standards, so it becomes very hard for them to understand what exactly a normal relationship is. The mental and social effects of emotional abuse are perhaps the most complicated and prevalent. No matter what type of abuse a child suffers from, they will experience some kind of emotional or social consequence as a result.

Most readers are familiar with Jack London's stories of the frozen northland, such as White Fang and To Light a Fire, but many critics feel he should be equally acknowledged for his fascinating stories of the South Pacific. Here is another remote corner of the world, a background for his magnificently colorful and entertaining Tales of the South Pacific.