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Organisations and the nature of work have undergone fundamental
changes in recent decades. At the same time, the traditional family
pattern in Europe is being challenged by the growing number of
dual-income families, and by the rise of women's employment. The
central aim of this book is to consider to what extent changes in
organisations and in the nature of jobs are compatible with the
need, increasingly expressed by employees, for greater integration
between work and family life. The book questions what sort of
dilemmas modern and future employees face, in terms of shaping
their careers and organising their lives at home. The authors
formulate answers to these problematic questions by shedding light
on relevant developments in the European labour markets, the
European workplaces, in (flexible) working patterns, changing
preferences for working hours and in gender relations at work. With
a focus on future developments, this book will be of interest to
labour market researchers and social policymakers in Europe, and
also students in the social sciences, management (HRM) and social
policy.
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Sing to the Moon (Paperback)
Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl; Illustrated by Sandra Van Doorn
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Jjajja tells me, 'Sing to the Moon, ' and perhaps my wishes will
come true soon. For one little Ugandan boy, no wish is too big.
First he dreams of reaching the stars and then of riding a
supernova straight to Mars. But on a rainy day at his grandfather's
house, he is brought down to earth with a bump. Do adventures only
happen in galaxies far away, or can he find magic a little closer
to home? A touching story steeped in Ugandan culture of a
grandfather's love for his grandson and the quiet pleasures of a
rainy day.
Flood Resilience of Private Properties examines the division and
balance of responsibilities between the public and the private when
discussing flood resilience of private properties. Flooding is an
expensive climate-related disaster and a threat to urban life.
Continuing development in flood-prone zones compound the risks.
Protecting all properties to the same standards is ever more
challenging. Research has focused on improved planning and adapting
publicly-owned infrastructure such as streets, evacuation routes,
and retention ponds. However, damages often happen on private land.
To realize a flood-resilient city, owners of privately-owned
residential houses also need to act. Measures such as mobile
barriers and backwater valves or avoiding vulnerable uses in
basements can make homes more flood-resilient. But private owners
may be unaware of flooding risks or may lack the means and
knowledge to act. Incentives may be insufficient, while fragmented
or unclear property rights and responsibilities entrench inertia.
The challenge is motivating homeowners to take steps. Political and
societal systems influence the action citizens are prepared to take
and what they expect their governments to do. The responsibility
for implementing such measures is shared between the public and the
private domain in different degrees in different countries. This
book will be of great interest to scholars of water law, property
rights, flood risk management and climate adaptation. This book was
originally published as a special issue of Water International.
Flood Resilience of Private Properties examines the division and
balance of responsibilities between the public and the private when
discussing flood resilience of private properties. Flooding is an
expensive climate-related disaster and a threat to urban life.
Continuing development in flood-prone zones compound the risks.
Protecting all properties to the same standards is ever more
challenging. Research has focused on improved planning and adapting
publicly-owned infrastructure such as streets, evacuation routes,
and retention ponds. However, damages often happen on private land.
To realize a flood-resilient city, owners of privately-owned
residential houses also need to act. Measures such as mobile
barriers and backwater valves or avoiding vulnerable uses in
basements can make homes more flood-resilient. But private owners
may be unaware of flooding risks or may lack the means and
knowledge to act. Incentives may be insufficient, while fragmented
or unclear property rights and responsibilities entrench inertia.
The challenge is motivating homeowners to take steps. Political and
societal systems influence the action citizens are prepared to take
and what they expect their governments to do. The responsibility
for implementing such measures is shared between the public and the
private domain in different degrees in different countries. This
book will be of great interest to scholars of water law, property
rights, flood risk management and climate adaptation. This book was
originally published as a special issue of Water International.
First published in 1999, this volume aims to go beyond this debate
is to explore the factors which have contributed to women's
exclusion from rights and full citizenship. Beginning by linking
the construction of a dichotomous relationship between public and
private spheres to the theory and practice of women's exclusion, it
attempts to move beyond critique and open up an alternative, more
positive project. More than a feminist analysis, this project is
fundamental to constructing a new understanding of politics and the
political process.
First published in 1999, this volume aims to go beyond this debate
is to explore the factors which have contributed to women's
exclusion from rights and full citizenship. Beginning by linking
the construction of a dichotomous relationship between public and
private spheres to the theory and practice of women's exclusion, it
attempts to move beyond critique and open up an alternative, more
positive project. More than a feminist analysis, this project is
fundamental to constructing a new understanding of politics and the
political process.
A stochastic process {X(t): 0 S t < =} with discrete state space
S c ~ is said to be stochastically increasing (decreasing) on an
interval T if the probabilities Pr{X(t) > i}, i E S, are
increasing (decreasing) with t on T. Stochastic monotonicity is a
basic structural property for process behaviour. It gives rise to
meaningful bounds for various quantities such as the moments of the
process, and provides the mathematical groundwork for approximation
algorithms. Obviously, stochastic monotonicity becomes a more
tractable subject for analysis if the processes under consideration
are such that stochastic mono tonicity on an inter val 0 < t
< E implies stochastic monotonicity on the entire time axis.
DALEY (1968) was the first to discuss a similar property in the
context of discrete time Markov chains. Unfortunately, he called
this property "stochastic monotonicity", it is more appropriate,
however, to speak of processes with monotone transition operators.
KEILSON and KESTER (1977) have demonstrated the prevalence of this
phenomenon in discrete and continuous time Markov processes. They
(and others) have also given a necessary and sufficient condition
for a (temporally homogeneous) Markov process to have monotone
transition operators. Whether or not such processes will be stochas
tically monotone as defined above, now depends on the initial state
distribution. Conditions on this distribution for stochastic mono
tonicity on the entire time axis to prevail were given too by
KEILSON and KESTER (1977).
Black queer lives often exist outside conventional civic
institutions and therefore have to explore alternative intimacies
to experience a sense of belonging. Civic Intimacies examines
how-and to what extent-these different forms of intimacy catalyze
the values, aspirations, and collective flourishing of Black queer
denizens of Baltimore. Niels van Doorn draws on 18 months of
immersive ethnographic fieldwork for his innovative
cross-disciplinary analysis of contemporary debates in political
and cultural theory. Van Doorn describes the way that these
systematically marginalized communities improvise on citizenship
not just to survive but also to thrive despite the proliferation of
violence and insecurity in their lives. By reimagining citizenship
as the everyday reparative work of building support structures,
Civic Intimacies highlights the extent to which sex, kinship,
memory, religious faith, and sexual health are rooted in collective
practices that are deeply political. These systems sustain the
lives of Black queer Baltimoreans who find themselves stuck in a
city they cannot give up on-even though it has in many ways given
up on them.
When little puppet wishes he had a heart, he decides to make one
out of paper. But can a paper heart be like a real one?
Surprisingly, he realizes there are many similarities between the
two.
This beautiful ode to love reminds us all that hearts can be given
and stolen, swept away and even stepped on. But even when they are
torn or crinkled or patched up, life is wonderful when you have a
heart.
Over 25 official crafting activities inspired by the Harry Potter
films. Filled with imaginative projects, this official book of
craft activities channels the magic of the Wizarding World into
your home. Featuring over 25 crafts covering a range of skill
levels, Crafting Wizardry includes clear, step-by-step, illustrated
instructions so that the whole family can share in the magic.
Inside you'll learn how to craft your very own wand, decorate your
home to showcase your Hogwarts house pride, create your own
pop-ups, and so much more. Sprinkled with fun facts and
behind-the-scenes insights, this book also features film stills,
original concept art, and blueprints from the making of the Harry
Potter films to take you deeper into the Wizarding World and
further inspire your creativity. So get ready, it's time for some
crafting wizardry!
Many books have been written about how we might save life on Earth.
Some people believe that saving the Earth will cost 125 billion
dollars while others claim that 1000 billion dollars will not be
enough to achieve that goal. The solution as described in this book
will not cost a penny! Indeed, all people will get the possibility
for enlarging inner wisdom and material welfare. Forming a better
future requires a different way of thinking, a different way of
living together. That is the message of this book. On scrutinising
the history of the world, one may discover a number of remarkable
issues which are typical for human development. It determines the
state of affairs in our present society and reveals a number of
serious problems putting our entire world at risk. This situation
is giving rise to a number of possible future scenarios which do
not seem to be all that bright and shining. Are we going to let
this happen? Does mankind want to evolve like plants and animals or
do we want to show that we are intelligent creatures determined to
shape our own future? Look at the positive developments in our
current society and look at the results a spiritual society may
offer. The spiritual society may provide different objectives and
principles and might genuinely solve problems. Thus, it might be a
world of love in which people strive to be in balance with our
planet as well as with the universe. This ideal future might become
a real world in which the term 'together' refers to warm human
values instead of purely economic ones. Your future, our world?
Jenny van Doorn zeigt, dass vergangene Zufriedenheitsurteile eine
grosse Bedeutung fur aktuelle Bewertungen haben. Die Intensitat des
Einflusses hangt sowohl von der Ebene der Zufriedenheitsbildung als
auch vom Zufriedenheitsniveau ab. Bemerkenswert ist, dass nicht die
negativen, sondern die positiven Zufriedenheitswerte der
Vergangenheit sich starker auf die Zufriedenheit in spateren
Perioden niederschlagen.
Clinical psychology makes a significant contribution to mental
health care across the world. The essence of the discipline is the
creative application of the knowledge base of psychology to the
unique, personal experiences of individuals who are facing
difficulties or changes in their lives. Rather than addressing such
experiences as primarily a medical, political or legal problem,
clinical psychologists approach personal distress as an unhappy
outcome of certain ways of thinking, behaving and relating, often
occurring within difficult social, cultural or economic
circumstances. Clinical psychologists work with people to try and
help them change what is distressing or concerning them, based on a
belief in the value of the individual to determine what happens to
them and on the importance of using approaches which have been
demonstrated through research to be effective. In this Very Short
Introduction Susan Llewellyn and Katie Aafjes-van Doorn provide
insights into the world of clinical psychologists and their clients
or patients, and cover the range of domains of practice, the
difficulties tackled, and the approaches and models used. They
consider the challenges and controversies facing the profession
today, and also how it varies across the globe. Finally, they
discuss the key questions surrounding clinical psychology, such as
whether it should compete or collaborate with psychiatry, how far
it is yet another instrument of social control, what new technology
can offer in the future, and whether clinical psychology can ever
really be considered a science. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short
Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds
of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books
are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our
expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and
enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly
readable.
Though the Coptic Orthodox Church of Egypt is among the oldest
Christian communities in the world, it remained relatively unknown
outside of Egypt for most of its existence. In the wake of the Arab
Spring, however, this community was caught up in regional violence,
and its predicament became a cause for concern around the world.
Copts in Context examines the situation of the Copts as a minority
faith in a volatile region and as a community confronting modernity
while steeped in tradition. Nelly van Doorn-Harder opens Coptic
identity and tradition to a broad range of perspectives:
historical, political, sociological, anthropological, and
ethnomusicological. Starting with contemporary issues such as
recent conflicts in Egypt, the volume works back to topics-among
them the Coptic language, the ideals and tradition of monasticism,
and church historiography-that while rooted in the ancient past,
nevertheless remain vital in Coptic memory and understanding of
culture and tradition. Contributors examine developments in the
Coptic diaspora, in religious education and the role of children,
and in Coptic media, as well as considering the varied nature of
Coptic participation in Egyptian society and politics over
millennia. With many Copts leaving the homeland, preservation of
Coptic history, memory, and culture has become a vital concern to
the Coptic Church. These essays by both Coptic and non-Coptic
scholars offer insights into present-day issues confronting the
community and their connections to relevant themes from the past,
demonstrating reexamination of that past helps strengthen
modern-day Coptic life and culture.
Self-concept, as prioritized goal hierarchies, that high creative
types embrace is considered a primary motivator for their eminent
achievement and novel performance. Self-concept formation is a
cognitively, organized knowledge structure which acquires,
processes, and evaluates personal life events, traits, and values.
This research study examines social/nonsocial, psychodynamic, and
cognitive problem-solving self-concept models and relationships
with outstanding creative, innovative performance. Participants
completed a self-concept measure on past/present to future life
event profiles. Creative ability was assessed through completion of
novel problems including entrepreneurial, consulting, and marketing
exercises. Findings indicated that the self-concept profiles
aligning with less social traits, cognitive focus, and
psychodynamic influences of negative affect, originality, and
detail-orientation held higher, notable creative performance.
Self-concept research may be useful to business leaders, R & D
departments, and artistic communities for understanding, promoting,
and supporting highly creative, innovative employees or artists and
their outstanding products and performance
This book presents an Infinity Model of Healing to be used in every
transition period in life.This model is generated from a survey on
dreams about the lost loved ones. This internet based survey
gathered 125 dreams that are divided into categories.Together they
constitute the spiritual path of the healing model.For every
category several remarkable dreams are shared and analyzed. This
book will help you get in touch with your own inner wisdom and
invites you to share your dreams about your lost loved ones to
receive their healing message.
Today's core assumption is that change within organizations can,
should and must be managed and therefore the only constant of today
is change. Much emphasis has been on resistance to change efforts.
This book, however, will focus on the opposite end of resistance:
readiness for change. Moreover, this book will study readiness for
change from a social exchange perspective. The developed framework
matches the social exchange process with the appropriate definition
of trust (LMX and fairness). In addition, two personality factors
are proposed to influence the relationship. The analysis gives
insight in the importance to prepare workers for change before
actually trying to implement these programs. This topic should be
especially useful for professionals in the field of Human Resource
(Development) or other professionals facing change management
issues.
Row, Row, Row My Boat chronicles Margreet Jansen van Doorn's
experience with breast cancer.
In 1996, Margreet was just 38 when she was diagnosed with stage
III highly aggressive ductal breast cancer. She assumed she had no
choice but to accept what her doctors recommended and that the only
actions available to her were the ones recommended by the cancer
clinic.
This book tells you how she became educated and learned that
there were many things she herself could do to support her body in
the fight with breast cancer. In researching the disease she found
that the known responses to cancer are only treatments and not
cures.
Margreet's journey with breast cancer was confronted on many
different levels. She not only fought it on the physical platform
but on the spiritual, emotional and intellectual as well. She
learned about the mind/body connection and how our emotions and
feelings influence our ability to fight illnesses. She discovered
that when our bodies are out of balance chaos and Dis Ease become
the norm. She was amazed at how un-informed she was about nutrition
and its influence on our health.
This book tells of Margreet's journey with this deadly disease
and the choices she made. Looking for answers she used many
different approaches, from Psychosynthesis to Chiropractic immune
stimulating treatments to eliminating many foods which undermine
our natural ability to fight off illnesses. She learned about the
power of eating an alkaline based diet as well as taking
supplements which supported her fight.
This fascinating story describes the many steps Margreet took,
including the fear she felt and doubt she experienced as well as
the triumphs, in her struggle to be victorious over this deadly
disease. The book takes you from the time of her diagnosis to
ultimately her good health
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