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Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise February 2020
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| The Passion Economy: The New Rules for Thriving in the Twenty-First Century by Adam DavidsonWhat it's about: the argument that an increasingly automated and interconnected labor market will create more opportunities to build a career around the things that get you excited.
What makes it unique: While discussions of the 21st-century economy can be stressful and bleak, the information and advice in The Passion Economy are presented in an upbeat, optimistic tone.
About the author: Adam Davidson is one of the creators of NPR's Planet Money podcast and a staff writer for The New Yorker. |
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| The Power of Showing Up: How Parental Presence Shapes Who Our Kids Become... by Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.What it's about: childhood attachment styles and actionable advice for how parents can "show up" in ways that that foster their child's self-esteem and emotional well-being.
Why you should read it: This thorough yet accessible exploration of early emotional development is the book you'll wish your own parents had access to.
About the authors: Psychiatrist Daniel J. Siegel and clinical social worker Tina Payne Bryson have previously collaborated on other parenting books such as The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline. |
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| The Power of Bad: How the Negativity Effect Rules Us and How We Can Rule It by John Tierney and Roy F. BaumeisterWhat it is: a thought-provoking and engaging evaluation of negativity bias (in which negative experiences can have a stronger effect on people than positive ones) and how to use it to your advantage.
Topics include: the evolutionary advantages of negativity bias for early humans; the uses of constructive criticism; the constant exposure to negativity from the 24-hour news cycle.
You might also like: Rethinking Narcissism by Craig Malkin; Is Shame Necessary? by Jennifer Jacquet. |
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The Blue Zones kitchen : 100 recipes to live to 100
by Dan Buettner
A debut cookbook by the best-selling author of The Blue Zones Solution draws on the culinary traditions of world regions associated with longevity to offer such recipes as Sardinian Herbed Lentil Minestrone, Cornmeal Waffles and Okinawan Sweet Potatoes.
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The brain health book : using the power of neuroscience to improve your life
by John J Randolph
Concerns about memory and other thinking skills are common, particularly in middle age and beyond. Due to worries about declining brain health, some seek out dubious products or supplements purportedly designed to improve memory and other cognitive abilities. Fortunately, scientific research has uncovered a clear- cut set of evidence- based activities and lifestyle choices that are inexpensive or free and known to promote brain and cognitive functioning.
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The world almanac and book of facts 2020
by Sarah Janssen
From history and sports to geography, pop culture and much more, this 2020 edition reviews the biggest events of 2019 and is a go-to source for questions on any topic in the upcoming year. Original. 150,000 first printing.
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Complete Calisthenics : The Ultimate Guide to Bodyweight Exercise
by Ashley Kalym
Complete Calisthenics is an essential guide for anyone interested in losing weight, building core strength, and taking their workouts to the next level. Author and trainer Ashley Kalym has designed a comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide to calisthenics using only one's own bodyweight for resistance.
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Prepared : what kids need for a fulfilled life
by Diane Tavenner
The cofounder of an innovative public-school network provides an unconventional blueprint for helping to prepare children for the future by abandoning the college-admissions-directed environment and focusing on real-world skills—including problem-solving, self-direction, collaboration and reflection. Includes five charts.
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Tiny habits : + the small changes that change everything
by B. J Fogg
An expert of habit formation and behavior science describes how to harness the power of transformation, whether it be to lose weight, exercise more or de-stress, through making tiny changes that we can feel good about. (self-help).
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Imagination : the science of your mind's greatest power
by Jim Davies
A psychology professor whose previous works examined the science of emotions and religion investigates the complex science of imagination by discussing the inner-workings of the human mind offering ways in which imagination can make us both happier and more productive.
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Limitless mind : learn, lead, and live without barriers
by Jo Boaler
A Stanford University professor of education draws on the latest scientific findings and decades of studying the impact of belief and bias on education to reveal six keys to unlocking the learning potential of the mind.
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Start Now : Because That Meaningful Job Is Out There, Just Waiting for You
by Reynold Levy
New York Times best-selling author Reynold Levy has spent countless hours advising hundreds of aspirants on how to identify and successfully compete to fill meaningful jobs. Drawing on his extensive career in the non-profit, commercial, and public service realms, Levy will help you think about your future creatively and prepare for it resourcefully. Start Now offers concrete, actionable, practical advice: Taking fullest advantage of school, friends, acquaintances, and colleagues—a gift to any reader.
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You're Not Listening: What You're Missing and Why It Matters
by Kate Murphy
What it is: an illuminating look at the power of strong listening skills and the ways in which modern technology has allowed us to be always available to listen but not always good at it.
Read it for: the thorough research; the conversations with a diverse group of people (from priests to hostage negotiators) whose careers require them to develop and maintain the listening skills that so many of us have lost.
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The Happy Hormone Guide : A Plant-Based Program to Balance Hormones, Increase Energy, & Reduce PMS Symptoms
by Shannon Leparski
After struggling for years with acne, oily skin and hair, debilitating cramps, mood swings, brain fog, intense cravings, insomnia, bloating, and weight gain before her period, author Shannon Leparski developed the Happy Hormone Method through extensive research. Her life changed for the better and Shannon made it her mission to combat hormone imbalance and promote women's health.
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