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Book summary of You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero.

Linguistic structuralism studies the meaning of language based not just on definitions, but also on the relationships of words and sounds to each other. Lévi-Strauss's insight was to see that this concept of structuralism in linguistics could be applied to anthropology as well. He saw that while some cultures are very different from others, they all seem to have certain internal structural relationships in common. By tracing these structures across cultures, he tried to answer nothing less than the eternal question: "What is man?"

Never Eat Alone (first published in 2005, and updated in 2014) by Keith Ferrazzi and Tahl Raz is a how-to guide to networking. Networking is frequently cast as selfish or shallow....

SuperSummary, a modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, offers high-quality instructional study guides for challenging works of literature. This audio study guide for Born a Crime by Trevor Noah includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and an in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes such as language as a cultural tool, identity, and race in apartheid South Africa. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics.

Dr. Jason Fung is a kidney specialist and one of the world’s leading experts on intermittent fasting and treating diabetes. His expertise is using fasting to treat a wide range of illnesses, but is "fasting" just another buzzword? Not at all, says Fung. It’s something that has been practiced for thousands of years and there is scientifically proven evidence that shows it can have major health benefits. Based on his years of research on the health of kidneys, he also shows how diabetes isn’t a lifelong "curse" and can, in fact, be reversed.

The Better You Box Set: Summaries contains two concise and informative summaries of 21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari and Factfulness by Hans Rosling. Drawing from two highly-appraised books that examine current global trends and the way they affect us, this box set of summaries presents new findings and perspectives of our world that go against the masses.

Are you ready to embark on your journey to becoming a Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)? Look no further! You are no doubt a busy individual with a lot of things going on! It can be challenging to find the time to study for the CCRN exam. However, the truth is that the CCRN test is a challenging test. It is normal to have some anxiety about taking this test.

In the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown, Brown tries to help us find courage to overcome paralyzing fear and self-consciousness, strengthening our connection to the world. She bolsters the self-esteem and personal development process through her characteristic heartfelt, honest storytelling. With original research and plenty of encouragement, she explores the psychology of releasing our definitions of an “imperfect” life and embracing living authentically.

This audio study guide for Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and an in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes such as the invisibility of power and physical and emotional violence as a key to caste. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics.

Don't miss out on this ZIP Reads summary of Gretchen Rubin's The Four Tendencies to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. The Four Tendencies is a breakthrough in practical personality profiling that anyone can use! This includes: a synopsis of the original book; key takeaways to distill the most important lessons; analysis of each takeaway; and much more!

Boilers, auxiliaries, and accessories are often grouped together when studying and learning boiler plant operation principles. This book focuses on those three major aspects. Added in this edition are chapters on feed water and turbines with a multiple choice section for practice at the end of the book. Whether you are studying for a license examination or would like a basic overview of boilers, auxiliaries, and accessories, this book provides that for the listener in a plain language offering.

Published in 1925, The Gift is one of French sociologist Marcel Mauss's few non-collaborative works. In it, he elevates what might appear to be a simple gift from the status of innocent object to something that has the capacity to motivate people and define social relationships. The Gift analyzes cultures across the world and across time, with the way gifts are given and received working as a guide to understanding the rules and traditions of many different societies.

Short on time? Or maybe you’ve already read the book, but need a refresh on the most important takeaways. In a quick, easy listen, you can take the main principles from Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It! Ever find yourself in a difficult business situation? Or do you have a difficult time relating to others when conversing? Never Split the Difference, written by Chris Voss, addresses one of the most difficult subjects that most of us learn but never master: The art of a good negotiation.

This book has been created by an accomplished and dedicated professor to provide you, the nursing student, with tools, tips, and strategies so that you can survive and succeed at nursing school. Some of these strategies, will indeed help you to learn the material, retain the material, and be able to execute it on an exam and do well.

It seems obvious to say that we live in very self-conscious world, one where the ubiquity of social media provides a constant pressure to advertise and perform for friends and peers. Because we are living in one of the most connected eras in our history, our mental makeup is surely influenced by all of it.

The critical mistake that sabotages OCN exam scores (and how you can avoid it). Passing the OCN exam isn’t a matter of memorizing information or knowing everything there is to know. It’s about knowing what specifically is covered on the exam itself and having a personalized plan for filling in any knowledge gaps. That’s what makes this OCN Exam guide different. Rather than leaving you to figure out how to schedule your study sessions, this book provides a 14-week preparation roadmap along with key concepts to know for each section of the exam.

You're already signed up to take the SAT, so why, oh why, are you taking the PSAT? What kind of world is it where you have to spend two of your precious Saturdays taking standardized tests?! We know you're not happy about it, and it's ok. You actually want to take the PSAT. Why? Two reasons: Better scores on the SAT and a shot at the most prestigious college scholarship award in the U.S.: The National Merit Scholarship. And this audiobook is your ticket to the big leagues.

Atul Gawande takes the listener through the chaos of the surgical ward, the intricate design of a skyscraper, and the secretive world of million-dollar investment firms in his search for something everyone is looking for - a solution to information rapidly getting out of control.

Open doors to a great career in finance by passing the Series 7— without feeling overwhelmed or stressed! Looking to advance your career in finance? Eager to maintain a competitive edge in the financial expertise job market? Or just feeling stuck on a career plateau? Then, it may be time for you to get certified as a General Securities Representative!

Important note: This is a summary of The Obesity Code by Jason Fung and is not the original book. In his important book, Dr. Fung takes aim at age-old myths about weight control and the "perfect diet". The result? An adaptable, sustainable plan where no foods are off-limits and no food groups are excluded while addressing larger underlying issues related to hormones, appetite, insulin resistance, and fat storage. This audiobook is not meant to replace the original book but to serve as a companion to it.