Executive functions are a set of thinking, problem-solving, and self-control skills that tell the brain what to do, and this book demonstrates the ways kids use executive functions in school, at home, and in their other activities and shows how these skills can be improved through sustained effort. Beginning with a test to determine executive-functioning strengths and weaknesses, the book then explores in detail eight distinct sets of skills, including planning, organization, focus, time management, self-control, flexibility, memory, and self-awareness. In addition to giving an overview of each executive-functioning skill and how these skills are used in the real world, the book--intended as a self-directed learning guide for students themselves--also provides teens tools and tips for improving executive functions, including how to use video games, iPods, cell phones, and other electronic media to their advantage. A section for teachers and parents who may be dealing with a teenager with one or more executive dysfunctions is also included, as well as information for teens on how to recognize when they need help and where to go for help when a problem arises.

Sharing 15 detailed histories from his casebook and the innovative practices he uses in his therapeutic sessions, Metzner shows how the psychological problems we confront often derive from factors not considered in conventional psychotherapy, such as birth trauma, unconscious imprints from prenatal existence, memories from past lives, ancestral and familial soul connections, and even psychic intrusions. The case histories he describes include a wide spectrum of practices, such as the use of quiet meditative retreat, guided regressions, as well as imagery visualizations amplified by entheogens. He describes how tuning in with the spiritual overtones of our being and the karmic undercurrents of our lives can resolve issues such as a fear of intimacy, help heal the after-effects of abuse and abortion, reconcile estranged parental and ancestral relationships, dissolve fears left over from past incarnations, and convert malignant presences into protective allies. In addition to guided meditations, visualizations, and yogic light-fire exercises, the practices in his psychotherapy sessions at times include the selective use of small amounts of psychedelics, mind-expanding substances functioning to amplify awareness of the subtler realms of consciousness. Part of each case history gives a description of the particular visualization used, adding to the book's practical use as a guidebook for transpersonal psychotherapists.

A compassionate, practical guide to end-of-life matters, empowering us to clarify and share our wishes and continue to live life to the fullest. Many people say “I wish I had known what they wanted� when their loved one has died. Too often, a person’s wishes for end-of-life care, and for after they have gone, have not been recorded. With this valuable guide, you can now begin to do this for yourself, so your relatives will be able to honor your wishes more easily, saving them unnecessary stress and upset at a potentially intense time. Before I Go addresses the emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of end-of-life planning to help you make well-informed decisions about your end-of-life care and prepare well for your death. Jane Duncan Rogers guides you with equanimity, care, and humor through subjects such as how to have a conversation about dying, the impact of grief on relatives responsible for estate matters, DIY funerals and what that entails. She states clearly what you need to have in place to ensure the best end of life possible, helps you identify your values and beliefs in this area, and demonstrates which actions you then need to take, and when. With a full resource pack of essential information available to you, including guiding questions, exercises, and recording tools, as well as downloadable worksheets and supportive online courses, decision-making will be much easier and you will find relief and peace of mind knowing you have taken care of outstanding matters. You will also be giving a great gift to your loved ones. When they have this information in advance, you spare them many difficult decisions and administrative hassle at a time when they will be grieving and not in a fit state to cope. It can bring great comfort to those left behind to know they are indeed carrying out your wishes. It also provides an opportunity for you to record your achievements and history, giving them a legacy they would otherwise not have.  

Sigils are symbols designed for a specific magical purpose. They are symbolic icons that are condensed representations of more complex ideas or information. It was from astrology that the word sigil became acknowledged as an occult device with great power. Traditionally, a sigil is a line diagram symbolizing the unpronounceable name of a spirit, a form of pictorial signature of a spirit. To know the name of a spirit gives the magician the ability to command the spirit. They are a part of the ritual of ceremonial magic used for the conjuration of angels, demons and other spirits. In more modern times, the sigil has been reinvented as a Monogram of Thought, a graphic symbol created with the sole purpose of fulfilling the magicians desired outcome, a personal desire or set of desires. The term sigil is derived from the Latin words sigilla, sigillum and signum and in terms of magic it is generally understood to mean sign, seal, signa - ture or little picture. Sigils are also called by differ ent names like seal and pentacle. A seal is a sigil placed in a circle, it gives the conjuror the ability to capture the spirit and command it. A pentacle is a type of talisman used in magic evocation for protection. All religious symbols count as sigils and they date back to prehistory when humans first used images to infer intent - magic will - making it possible for the creator of the sigil to receive something or make something change in the universe, themselves, in other people or to summon and control outside entities. They were part of our ancestor's pictorial language in an age of symbolic literacy. In the ancient and classic worlds of the pre-Christian era, the term magic referred to arcane or esoteric knowledge. If someone had the knowledge to ward off illness or misfortune or gain favour with the gods by whatever means, they were considered to be a form of magician. The ability to produce magic sigils to ward off evil, counteract the devil and offer protection from sorcerers and witches continued unabated into the early Judeo-Christian tradition. The Cross being the upmost symbol of protection. One difference between the priest and the sorcerer was that one employed magic for religious purposes whilst the other used it for their own ends. The concept of the sigil became established during the Late Medieval and Renaissance period 1350-1700. During this time, magicians used sigils to call upon angels, demons and other spirits. Each spirit had its own sigil representing its 'essence', a sort of signature or spiritual autograph. These are the high magic sigils associated with black magic. Magicians created and studied these symbols, publishing lists of them in magical training books called grimoires. By the beginning of the 20th century, science and rationale had played a monumental role in the re-realizing of magic practise. Self-professed adepts such as Aleistair Crowley and Austin Osman Spare, rejected the traditions of Renaissance magic, taking the sigil out of ritual and employing them in their personal quests of mystical exploration, as symbols of intent

Start each day with a peaceful thought!Throughout the year, this exceptional volume, perfect as a gift book, will lead the reader with quotes, stunning pictures, and evocative settings to deepen their feelings of mindfulness. In addition to the beautiful photos, there are 365 inspirational quotes, one for each day of the year, that will spark inner peace, joy, and harmony.

The essential companion for every follower of the Atkins Diet, containing everything you need to know about stocking your kitchen cupboard with Atkins-friendly no-carb foods, while avoiding products devoid of nutrients. Divided into two user-friendly sections, the Atkins Shopping Guide is not only a handy reference source packed full of helpful information, but the listings section, which contains hundreds of basic foods and branded products, will make doing Atkins even easier! Taking you aisle by aisle through the supermarket, Atkins Shopping Guide is the indispensable companion for anyone on the diet. Whether you're just beginning or have spent months maintaining the diet, the guide highlights which foods to buy and which to avoid as you create your lifestyle around the Atkins Nutritional approach. Breaking down foods into groups you should eat regularly, in moderation, or avoid entirely in the market, it also indicates which meals to look for or avoid when eating out, enabling you to live a real life on the Atkins Nutritional lifestyle. Millions of people have discovered the benefits of weight loss, heart health and general well-being from the Atkins Nutritional Approach. Here is the book you need to stock up with the right foods and get your Atkins kitchen started.

Heaven and hell exist within our mind while we are living in this world. Thus, we don't need to wait for the Judgment Day, and we can reflect upon which direction we are heading each day. To do so, it is vital to know the Spiritual Truth clarified in this book now. We can still go to hell, regardless of whether we are caught and punished by earthly laws. Unfortunately, now more than ever, hell is rapidly expanding its territory-numerous new areas of hell are being created, which are actually caused by people's mindset and activities in this modern age. This is a book of salvation providing critical Truth about how to identify hell in our everyday life and the countermeasures that will help us to overcome it. It is the author's sincere wish for all people in this age to fully equip themselves with the proper knowledge about Hell and Demons as they exist in every field, even among religion. Knowledge is power and it sets us free from unnecessary and unrealistic fear. Regardless of your spiritual belief or even if you don't believe in hell, the contents of this book are unquestionably invaluable for you to live a better and happier life. The book also provides the solutions to relinquish our own hell by taking control of our everyday emotions and minds which create hell. As we become more conscious about our own inner hell, and as we learn to let it go, we can generate light from within that is capable of positively transforming the world. In this way, we can become happier individuals collectively engaged in creating a brighter future.

Following in the tradition of The Invitation and The Dance, The Call is based on an inspirational poem, exploring how to live well, and continue to live a life full of integrity, commitment, happiness and passion. The Call continues the inspiring work create by Oriah Mountain Dreamer in her previous best selling books The Invitation and The Dance. In The Call she takes her message to deeper levels which will appeal to both her long term followers and new readers alike. Each chapter of this book begins with a line from her new poem, and explores our ability to open up to the adventure of living.

The first scroll in an innovative series that allows modern readers to learn like the ancients examines past lives, not only the fact that we have all lived before but also that we will do so again. Explore the key evidence from clinical studies and case histories of people who remember previous lives with remarkable clarity and accuracy. Learn how many people catch glimpses of their past lives in lucid dreams, daydreams, visions, deep meditation, and near-death experiences. Examine the impact that key books on the subject, like the Tibetan Book of the Dead, are now having in hospices and with conscious dying as a way to approach physical death in a heightened state of awareness. Study this fascinating subject by unraveling the scroll and reading the text within. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself expanding your mind and reaching for more.

Can metta take me all the way to Enlightenment? How much meditation is good for you? Why visualize an Enlightened being? Can you tell if meditation is changing you? All of these questions and very many more are tackled in this substantial compilation of Sangharakshita's teachings on meditation. First published in 2012, this volume draws from previously published works and from the unpublished transcripts of seminars on a wide range of Buddhist texts, from the Pali canon to the songs of Milarepa. The dialogue form is a reminder that teaching is a communication, a creative meeting between the depth and breadth of Sangharakshita's knowledge and experience and the willingness of students to ask the kinds of questions any meditator would like to ask if they had the chance (or the nerve). Discussions reveal how Sangharakshita learned the practices on which his system of meditation - 'an organic, living system' - is based and how that system has evolved over the years. Amid much curiosity about dhyana and Insight, and explorations of how to deal with fear or distraction, doubt, drowsiness or desire, topics also include such matters as whether it's good to meditate in the open air and whether to include your least favourite politician in your metta bhavana. To this edition some extra material on 'just sitting' and the guru yoga has been added. Whether dipped into, consulted on a specific subject or read from cover to cover, the collection offers practical, inspiring and encouraging advice for new and experienced meditators alike. It is deeply imbued with the Buddhist vision of the role of meditation in the quest for Enlightenment.

Four-Color Paperback: to transform every aspect of our lives and change our spiritual destinies. Mrs. Prophet shares how we can harness the power of the violet flame through practical and effective spiritual techniques that can help to restore health, balance and harmony and aide in creating positive and lasting changes in our lives, the lives of our loved ones and the world around us.

Twins are amazing - but multiple pregnancy and birth, not to mention coping with twins once they are born, carries a set of special fears, risks and issues. Many parents-to-be find themselves overwhelmed.

This guide is informative yet informal - in a similar vein to ?Best Friends Guide To Pregnancy?.

The author is uniquely experienced in this subject, being a twin and also a mother of baby twins.

Contains advice from pregnancy and childcare experts as well as case studies.

Illustrated inside with humorous cartoons from Jonathan Pugh, father of two and front-page cartoonist at The Times.

An exploration of practical issues such as eating for three, managing breastfeeding, and the trend towards Caesareans for NHS twin births.
? Any special concerns? The unnecessary label of ?high risk? in pregnancy.
? Testimonies from mums who have tried different approaches.
? Interviews with medical and midwife experts.
? A step-by-step guide to the different stages of pregnancy and birth, including how to involve the father and explain twins to other siblings.
? Tips on managing once the twins have arrived.
? Looking after toddler twins, twins at school, teenage twins?

How should we conquer death? Our eternal existential question. The unspoken why of all action and thought. Death is all around us but unseen. A shadow companion who haunts our gnawing anxieties over what the future holds. The virus. The stab of doubt in every lump beneath the skin. Can anyone overcome the fear of dying? Drawing on the wisdom of the ancients, from the Aztecs and the Iliad to the Irish Wake, Nine Rules to Conquer Death provides the answer to those eternal mortal fears and longings. Kevin Toolis distils insights drawn from millennia of human experience into a profound and punchy guide to dying – and living – well. Why life would be terrible if we did not die. Why we should embrace our mortality, and see the life-affirming necessity of sharing the company of the dead. Nine Rules up-ends every fear and presumption we hold about death to help us live a more authentic, fear-free life. Nine Rules is a guidebook like no other.