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Feel confident in the ABCs of LGBTQ+ Language is a key path to awareness, acceptance and empowerment. It's central to understanding the world and the communities we live in, but it can often be tricky to keep up with correct and ever-evolving terminology. This easy-to-use dictionary introduces the most essential vocabulary surrounding LGBTQ+ identities. Whether you're questioning your own identity or simply interested in learning more, this useful guide will help you navigate the world with knowledge, understanding and kindness.
A supportive guide filled with actionable tips and advice to open up the conversation around men's mental health The most powerful thing we can do to support our mental health is to talk about it For all of us, our mental health is just as important as our physical health - so why do we feel so ashamed to talk about it? It's time to end the stigma and the silence around mental health, and this clear, approachable guide is here to show you how. From tips on navigating mental-health issues to advice on reaching out to others, this book is packed with guidance on how to look out for your well-being - as well as how you can help those around you. Topics covered include: Anxiety, stress and depression Suicidal thoughts Self-care and mindfulness methods How to open up and communicate Where to seek further advice With practical tips and valuable insights, this book will improve your awareness of mental health, offer tools and techniques to enable you to manage it better, and empower you to live a happier, healthier life.
Imagine being able to have your own personal dog trainer on hand 365 days of the year... well, now you can with Easy Peasy Doggy Diary! Bestselling author and dog trainer Steve Mann has crammed all 400 pages with a multitude of training tips, techniques, ideas and explanations. Handily organised across 52-weeks of techniques, so that you and your dog can start at anytime of the year and enjoy training together as a winning team! Easy Peasy Doggy Diary is the perfect tool to help you and your dog stay on track with weekly targets and progress checks and over 25 techniques and tips including RECALL, STOP, SEEK BACK, GROOMING and FIRST AID. All presented in a fun step-by-step guide to help you and your dog enjoy the journey to domesticated bliss. Whether you want to keep track of your dog's training progress, jot down your favourite local walks or celebrate key achievements, this diary is the perfect way to record those special moments and see how far you've come. Steve Mann is the founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers and has over 30 years of knowledge by training over 100,000 dogs and owners worldwide.
Steve Mann, the UK's no.1 dog trainer, takes it beyond the basics and tackles even more of your dog dilemmas! When it comes to dog training, there is no 'one size fits all' solution. In Easy Peasy Doggy Squeezy, Steve's seven active ingredients will teach you how to solve any problem behaviours by giving you the tools you need to ask the right questions. You'll discover step-by-step guides on how to teach the most useful and practical techniques and improve your life with your dog by following simple exercises as well as more advanced training techniques and ideas. Learn crucial exercises such as RECALL and LOOSE LEAD WALKING, insights into BODY LANGUAGE, fun ideas to enjoy relaxing with your dog, as well as ways to help with problem behaviours such as SEPARATION ANXIETY, FEAR OF FIREWORKS and AGGRESSION TOWARDS STRANGERS - all covered in an easy-to-follow and fun style. With an emphasis on ethical, scientifically proven methods garnered from training over 100,000 dogs and owners worldwide, this is the book your dog would want you to read!
Release your inner happiness and learn to live your best life with this guided journal, filled with activities and inspiration for finding joy in every day Self-care is such an important part of life, yet it can be the last thing we prioritize in our busy schedules - until now! It's time to step away from the constant pressures of social media and find your "happy" - in doing so you might just find that you are able to spread that joy. Everyone strives to be happy, but with so many demands coming at us left, right and centre, sometimes happiness is difficult to grasp. Filled with plenty of activities to make positivity your way of life, not an unattainable dream, this journal aims to give you the boost you need to shine. Inside you will find: Inspiration on how and where to find happiness Uplifting quotes to help you on your way Space for you to document your journey Tips on how to practise self-care every day Success does not mean happiness, but happiness is the ultimate success!
Self-care for new mums is a necessity, not a luxury, so make sure you factor in me-time throughout baby's first year with the help and advice in this book Motherhood is a life-changing, magical experience, but it's also a time in your life that's emotionally charged and physically exhausting. Not only that, but you're trying to care for a tiny human being who needs you 24/7. Self-care couldn't be more important to you than it is right now. As you experience your first year of motherhood, let this little book be your helping hand from the early days to your child's first birthday. Packed with tips and quotes, it offers quick, simple ways to help you look after yourself, covering a number of topics such as: Recovering from birth Feelings and relationships Sleep deprivation Confidence and self-kindness Healthy living for you and baby Avoiding the comparison trap You deserve as much love and attention as you give, so let the advice in this book help you boost your well-being and feel like a fully functioning, confident new mum.
Invite positivity and appreciation into your life with this guided journal for practising gratitude Gratitude plays an important role in boosting self-esteem, reducing stress and improving your overall well-being, but it's not always easy to find time for. Happily, this journal is here to be your daily reminder to focus on the good things in life. My Daily Gratitude Journal is the perfect space for you to record everything that brings you joy. With beautiful journal pages and thoughtful prompts, it contains everything you need to help you look at your life through a more positive lens. There's also a helpful introduction to gratitude with information on why it's an important practice and how it can positively impact your life. Give yourself a gratitude break each day to remind yourself of everything you're grateful for, whether it's your family and friends, your health, your favourite TV show or even the weather. Once you get started, you'll be amazed by just how much there is to appreciate.
Prayers for My Baby Girl features sweet prayers for moms to pray over
their baby girls. The prayers and Scripture promises in Prayers for My
Baby Girl will guide mothers as they pray specifically and expectantly
for God's loving care, protection and blessing in their baby daughters'
lives.
Time to down your trowel and pick up a pencil This bountiful crop of 200 gardening-themed puzzles has something for anyone with green fingers and a love of a good brain-teaser Gardeners are a naturally smart species. But you don't need to be an expert to enjoy this book. When your hands deserve a rest after you've been out toiling in the garden, or when the weather has you cooped up inside, how about a puzzle or two to cultivate the mind? From quick quizzes and riddles to more leisurely crosswords and sudoku, whether you're a gardening obsessive or just enjoy pottering around your plot, there's plenty in these pages to tickle your fancy and keep your brain as sharp as a thorn and as strong as an oak. Inside you will find a rich variety of puzzles, including these: Find the flowers, fruit and veg hiding within word searches Spot the differences between various idyllic views of a garden Shuffle the letters of anagrams to locate your trusty tools Wind your way through a series of intricate hedge mazes
"Ghosts" unearths a wealth of fascinating tales about ghosts past and present. Discover trivia about historical ghostly happenings such as the Mary Celeste, as well as hauntings on film sets and the stage. The "Amazing and Extraordinary" facts series presents interesting, surprising and little-known facts and stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure. Brief, accessible and entertaining .
From rogan josh and rendang to bunny chow and vindaloo, dive into this celebration of one of the world's most popular dishes: curry There are few foods more diverse than curry. It's a dish, an ingredient and a cooking method; it can be made hot or mild; vegetarian or vegan; and it can be served with rice, breads, chutneys or pickles. However, while curry comes in many forms, at the heart of the dish is always its flavour - the wonderful alchemy of spices that's guaranteed to delight the taste buds. This handy pocket guide will give you a taste of the following and much more: - Find food for thought with the history of curry around the world - Whet your appetite with the hottest bites of curry trivia - Cultivate your palate by growing your own spices - Discover delicious curry recipes which will allow you to eat your way around the world in your very own kitchen The Little Book of Curry will help you spice up your life one dish at a time.
Whether you're looking to boost your mood, document your daily habits or foster a more positive outlook, this journal is the perfect place to start Discover the habits that help or hinder your happiness with this easy-to-use journal. Offering simple ways to track your lifestyle, boost positivity and achieve long-lasting happiness, this handy little book will have a big impact on your well-being and keep you smiling all year round. You'll find a variety of interactive pages where you can record your happiness journey month by month, including: Your sleep, hydration and diet habits The best methods to boost your happiness levels Your monthly goals and ambitions Tips to help you stay on track 365 days a year The little things to be grateful for You can learn a lot from your habits, and spending just a few minutes on your journal each day will help you maintain a sunnier outlook on life.
Supercharge your game and claim your victory with this powerful collection of uplifting words from kickass women in sport Inside every woman is a lioness just waiting to break free. This feisty feline is independent, brave, strong and agile. She is ready to acknowledge and shout about her power. She wants to crush her goals. She believes she deserves to live her life courageously and to the full. All she needs is for you to open your heart and set her free. This small-but-mighty book is the perfect companion on your journey to attaining the unshakeable confidence of a lioness. Inside you'll find empowering quotes from sporting legends all the way from Billie Jean King right up to Leah Williamson. Let these bold words from badass women inspire you to find your pride of supportive sisters, reach for your dreams, and celebrate every success along the way. Stay fierce and fearless - unleash your inner lioness and hear her roar!
From its roots in ancient Greek herbal medicine, the popular spirit we now know as gin was established by the Dutch in the sixteenth century as a juniper-infused tincture to cure fevers. It gained notoriety during the London 'gin craze' in the eighteenth century before enjoying a recent resurgence and a profusion of new botanical flavourings. Garnished with sumptuous illustrations depicting the plants that tell the story of this complex and iconic drink, this enticing book delves into the botany of gin from root to branch. A diverse assortment of aromatic plants from around the world have been used in the production of gin over the course of several centuries. Each combination of botanicals yields a unique flavour profile that equates to more than the sum of its parts. Understanding the different types of formulation, and the main groups of plants used therein, is central to appreciating the drink's complexities and subtleties. As this book's extraordinary range of featured ingredients shows, gin is a quintessentially botanical beverage with a rich history like no other.
Are you a typical Taurus? Are you patient and reliable, someone others depend on? What if we told you that your star sign is only the beginning. Astrology has been around for thousands of years, and there's so much more to it than your daily horoscope. Did you know that your rising sign can give you an insight into the way other people see you? Or that your Moon sign reveals the secrets of your innermost emotions? Astrology can't predict your future, but it can highlight your potential. This book shines a light on your strengths, your weaknesses, what you can achieve and the opportunities not to be missed. Use it to gain a better understanding of who you are and who you might become.
Are you a typical Aries? Are you fiery and outspoken, a natural-born leader? What if we told you that your star sign is only the beginning. Astrology has been around for thousands of years, and there's so much more to it than your daily horoscope. Did you know that your rising sign can give you an insight into the way other people see you? Or that your Moon sign reveals the secrets of your innermost emotions? Astrology can't predict your future, but it can highlight your potential. This book shines a light on your strengths, your weaknesses, what you can achieve and the opportunities not to be missed. Use it to gain a better understanding of who you are and who you might become.
The ultimate colour-by-colour flower reference guide - from New York's pre-eminent floral designers, Putnam and Putnam Planning a wedding, a dinner, a birthday party, a romantic evening, holiday entertaining, or just arranging flowers for the pleasure of having them, more often than not your creative process begins with thinking about the colour of the flowers that you want. To help you find what you are looking for, Flower Colour Guide is the first reference book to organize flower types by colour, with an emphasis on seasonality and creative colour schemes - and the results are stunning in their sheer variety. What Pantone is to colour, Flower Colour Guide is to flowers. Showcasing 400 flowers at their peak, with stunning photography taken by Putnam & Putnam in their Brooklyn studio, this guide includes an appendix featuring perforated pages, with tips on flower care, notes on how to prepare vessels and a list of suggested colour schemes. A great gift to give, or to have for oneself, the book speaks to the most seasoned flower enthusiasts as well as those just beginning to explore the possibilities of arranging flowers. Michael and Darroch Putnam have built a reputation for romantic, dramatic floral arrangements and installations using colour as their guiding principle - here, they share their knowledge with readers worldwide: "This is the book we wished we had when we started doing flowers."
Are you a typical Libra? Are you graceful and sensitive, a natural-born diplomat? What if we told you that your star sign is only the beginning. Astrology has been around for thousands of years, and there's so much more to it than your daily horoscope. Did you know that your rising sign can give you an insight into the way other people see you? Or that your Moon sign reveals the secrets of your innermost emotions? Astrology can't predict your future, but it can highlight your potential. This book shines a light on your strengths, your weaknesses, what you can achieve and the opportunities not to be missed. Use it to gain a better understanding of who you are and who you might become.
See the funny side of ageing with this collection of amusing observations, silly suggestions and humorous illustrations - the perfect gift for any birthday girl or boy with more than a few candles on their cake So you're a little bit older. So what? Just because you're getting on a bit doesn't mean you have to start acting ancient. The universe is over 13 billion years old, and you're probably nowhere near that yet - well, not quite anyway. Frankly, it's never too early to start enjoying your second childhood, to stop taking life so seriously and to start acting a bit silly again. This book will be your go-to guide for inspiration and merriment while clocking up birthdays like they're going out of fashion. Across these pages, you'll find all kinds of wild recommendations and questionable advice, including: Things it's never too late to do Grown-up and less grown-up ways to behave at work How to keep up with modern technology Ways you can blend in with younger people Things you can have tantrums about as you get older So forget the creaking joints or fleeing follicles and embrace the opportunities for mischief and mirth - after all, growing old doesn't mean growing up!
Are you a typical Aquarius? Are you eccentric and original, a natural-born innovator? What if we told you that your star sign is only the beginning. Astrology has been around for thousands of years, and there's so much more to it than your daily horoscope. Did you know that your Rising sign can give you an insight into the way other people see you? Or that your Moon sign reveals the secrets of your innermost emotions? Astrology can't predict your future, but it can highlight your potential. This book shines a light on your strengths, your weaknesses, what you can achieve and the opportunities not to be missed. Use it to gain a better understanding of who you are and who you might become.
A practical, supportive and easy-to-read guide to help you understand and overcome depression, filled with helpful tips and actionable advice Feeling overwhelmed? This little book is here to help. How to Understand and Deal with Depression is a friendly, accessible guide with all the information and advice you need to identify the source of your struggles, and to take practical steps to reduce or manage the burden. By learning the science behind depression and understanding how it affects your mind and body, you'll start to dismantle its hold on you. And with practical ways to manage the condition - including physical, medical and therapeutic perspectives - this book will help you work out the best ways you can support your mental health and improve your overall well-being. By the end of this book, you will: Understand the science behind depression, how it manifests, what causes it, and how to identify symptoms and triggers Be armed with physical and practical steps you can take to alleviate the symptoms of depression, from breathing exercises and healthy lifestyle choices to problem-solving techniques and coping mechanisms Have a host of holistic remedies up your sleeve for when depression strikes, such as mindfulness, visualization and breathwork Know about the medical treatments and therapies available, and know how and when to seek professional help or support With the right knowledge and guidance, you can learn to understand and manage depression so that you can get back to feeling like you again.
Great poetry 'finds its way to the hearts of many, not just the minds of the few', and this delightful collection is the ideal way to browse, remember and enjoy some of poetry's greatest hits. The new hardback edition of the first poetry anthology from Ana Sampson, Tyger Tyger, Burning Bright contains verses from more than eighty of the world's favourite poets, from the thirteenth century to the present day. It includes such leading lyricists as Burns, Keats, Tennyson, T. S. Eliot, Philip Larkin and Seamus Heaney - taking in the work of W.H. Auden, Dylan Thomas, Wilfred Owen, and many others along the way. Perfect to dip into on the reader's whim, the chapters cover childhood and youth, nature, love and romance, home and travel, elegies, and more - each poem set in context with a lively introduction and entertaining notes on the poets themselves. This anthology is a lovely reminder of the nation's finest poems, and the perfect addition to any poetry lover's collection.
Discover the art of being present. Filled with simple advice and inspiring quotes, this book will show you how to appreciate each moment, helping you to live more every day. To experience happiness and fulfilment day to day, you don’t need to change your life – you simply need to be present in it. Through a collection of easy-to-follow tips, this book will show you how to shift your mindset and live more fully in the moment. Over the course of its chapters, you will learn how to: Incorporate mindfulness practices into your day Reduce feelings of stress and anxiety Strengthen the connection between your mind and body Find joy, wonder and gratitude in every day There are so many moments worth cherishing in our daily lives, and when you focus on the now, they’re yours to find. So dive into these beautiful pages and give yourself the gift of being present every day.  |
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