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The author offers advice on such matters as mastering emotions, overcoming debilitating habits such as over-eating, drinking and drug abuse, unleashing the hidden power of body and mind, improving personal and professional relationships, and taking control of personal finances.
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Jameel Davis; Edited by Stacey M Robinson; Designed by Chamara Cruz Chamara Cruzz
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In Walking on the Son, author Richard Tinsley takes the reader on a
personal and private journey through one man's painful account of
childhood abuse, mental detachment, and adult anxiety. His story of
struggle and subsequent support, often from unexpected sources,
provides the reader with a captivating tale of eventual triumph - a
road map for picking up the broken pieces of shattered dreams and
moving forward for self-defined success.
Reena wants to be a star...
...A Bollywood star. Unfortunately, her family won't stand for it.
It doesn't help that Reena is only eight-years-old. However, a
beacon of hope arrives in the form of Uncle Jessi. He's just
emigrated from India to America, and is a welcome addition to her
family household. Uncle Jessi and Reena share a special bond. Not
only are they old pen pals, but he recognizes her desperation to
become a Bollywood actress.
One day, Uncle Jessi plans a secret surprise. He invites her to
take part in a pretend acting game. Reena jumps at the chance. At
first, she enjoys swinging her hips to Bollywood beats. She smiles
brightly at his camera. However, halfway through her performance
matters take an unexpected turn. The end results surprise both
Reena and Uncle Jessi.
Important lessons come through an action-driven story and beautiful
illustrations:
Children will learn that sexual abuse is NEVER their fault.Parents
and children will be given a launching pad to discuss the warning
signs of "grooming."Children will come away knowing they have the
power to say: "NO."Children will discover that sexual abuse can
occur in any cultural group.Children can be assured that they will
be believed when reporting inappropriate behavior.Therapists and
parents can exhibit that sexual abuse isn't an off-limits
topic.Child abuse survivors will come away knowing they are not
alone.
Therapists' Acclaim for "Reena's Bollywood Dream"
""Reena's Bollywood Dream" is exceptionally well-written. It works
as an educational piece to foster awareness to children and their
families regarding the realities of sexual abuse within the South
Asian community. This informative book can help alter a child's
life for the better."
--Sadia Khaliq, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., Community Treatment
Coordinator, Centre for Addictionand Mental Health
"With a captivating story and beautiful illustration, and with a
message that is cross-cultural and educational, Reena's Bollywood
Dream can help children understand the sad reality that there are
those who can hurt them but there is also means of staying
safe--with others' help. I recommend this book highly to all
families; it can be instrumental to starting a conversation about a
difficult topic."
--Pamela Pine, PhD, MPH, Founder and CEO, Stop the Silence
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Juvenile Fiction: Social Issues - Sexual Abuse
Family & Relationships: Abuse - Child Abuse
Social Science: Ethnic Studies - Asian American Studies
'Will help so many learn to recognize what an abusive relationship
is' - Mel B 'I read it all in one sitting, it is brilliant! This
book is so relatable and Maddy's funny and engaging approach starts
serious conversations' - Teresa Parker, Women's Aid Are you forever
finding yourself in the stranglehold of controlling companions?
Well, fear not, because once you've finished reading this book,
you'll be able to wave ta-ta to unhappy and unhealthy relationships
for good. Consider me the Psycho Sprucer, Bad Boy Buster, the Hot
Mess Assessor - ready to leave your love life sparkling. How to
Leave Your Psychopath is a candid account of the complex, subtle
nature of coercive control and abusive relationships from comedian
Maddy Anholt, who - until her eyes were opened - had spent her
entire dating life trapped in them. Relatable and accessible, the
book covers all the common techniques these toxic twerps use to
exert control, including gaslighting, breadcrumbing and negging.
This book is the ultimate handbook to help you see and respond to
red flags, recognize controlling traits, and learn to give any
prospective date a score on Maddy's unique 'Psychometer', from
super-empath to psychopath. Vitally, by interweaving psychological
insight and autobiographical anecdotes, Maddy shows you the road to
self-discovery, leading you on the path to safer dating and a
healthier, more joyful life. Funny, judgement-free and full of
brilliant first-hand advice, this empowering guide will help anyone
ditch their controlling partner to find freedom and happiness.
A Well Mind provides a holistic approach to mental wellness by
showing how the processes of looking after your body can complement
those of looking after your mind. Recent research has shown that
through improving our eating, sleeping, and exercise habits, we can
experience physical health benefits which lead to feeling better in
our mind. In this guide, these processes are presented and
explained clearly, ensuring they are accessible to anyone who
wishes to improve their overall wellbeing. Author Lisa Parkinson
Roberts has struggled with bipolar disorder for most of her life.
Having found successful methods for coping, she aims to share these
tools and her academic expertise with others. The result is a
comprehensive guide to improving your wellbeing by eating well and
maintaining healthy routines. Nutrition, sleep, stress management
and exercise are investigated as tools to achieve optimal mental
health and to help you to regain control of how you feel. Amidst a
plethora of books on physical wellbeing and fitness, A Well Mind is
a key step in the emergence of books with a primary focus on
achieving mental wellness. We all want to feel better and thrive,
rather than merely survive. However, our busy modern lives and
altered food supply makes this difficult to achieve. Shaped by
personal experience, this is the essential guide to feeling the
best that you can in your mind.
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