Whether you are looking for marriage, partnership or simply companionship, choosing a lover can be a tricky business. Attraction is a complicated matter of psychology, emotion and physicality; how do you know when you can trust your instincts? Many people have fallen in “love at first sight" and later found that such love didn't endure. People don't come into the world with instruction manuals for
This book is a collection of Gibran's words on how to live. Here are his thoughts on what it means to live in community and solitude and what gives life meaning, along with his often prescient views on government, organised religion, wealth and commerce. Gibran's sensibility feels contemporary. He did not recognise any ultimate authority outside of the human soul:"It were wiser to speak less of Go
Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasises living in harmony with universe. THE WISDOM OF TAO is filled with Taoist stories that are thousands of years old and express great wisdom by fusing anecdote with philosophy. While frequently humorous, ribald, irreverent, pithy or sarcastic, the stories always speak to great and universal truths. They lead people to flow with life, live from t
This is a book of guidance for life's journey rooted in the wisdom of ancient China. Best-selling author, Deng Ming-Dao, provides key poetic lines that distil the essence of Taoism, organising them in the form of a journey. The material here is drawn from three sources: The Tao Te Ching, The Yijing and 300 Tang Poems.Deng Ming-Dao writes: “We walk the Way each day. We don't know what's ahead and s
This is a book that draws on ancient Chinese wisdom to explore the critical life issues: What is our place in nature? How do we make right decisions? How do we respect the earth? How are we to view life and death? What is the path we should live to truly achieve a good and meaningful life?For Deng Ming-Dao, the two entry points for this exploration are two words: The first is the Chinese word for
For thousands of years, Native American tradition has taught that we all carry within us an ancient blessing, a spirit clan that connects us to the earth. Our spirit clan may be an animal or a plant, a stone or some special object that has taken on spiritual power. Your clan is a reservoir of powerful energy. It helps carry you through troubled times and protects you from danger. The wisdom of the
Growing numbers of people identify themselves as spiritual but not religious. HOW TO BE SPIRITUAL WITHOUT BEING RELIGIOUS is a book for those who seek a rich and authentic interior life, but find formal religious affiliation unappealing. It is a clear and non-dogmatic guide to finding one's own path of transformation, to embracing a vision of a “practical faith” that enhances a life of happiness a
Life is hard. We live in a time riddled with political, emotional, economic and spiritual crises. In this simple book, Debra Engle offers a way for readers to stay true to their spiritual principles, find peace in a time of chaos and display the divine light in a world that appears to be increasingly dark and ominous.This is a little book of spiritual practice that outlines 10 steps for maintainin
The symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD) include severe mood shifts, unfounded accusations and wildly inappropriate displays of anger, a range of self-destructive behaviors, and frantic efforts to avoid abandonment. For the friends and families of people with BPD, The Stop Walking on Eggshells Workbook supports and reinforces the ideas in its partner book Stop Walking on Eggshells.
Surviving a Borderline Parent is the first step-by-step guide for adult children of parents with borderline personality disorder.Between 6 and 10 million people in the US suffer from borderline personality disorder. This book teaches adult children how to overcome the devastating effects of growing up with a parent who suffers from BPD.Although relatively common, borderline personality disorder (B
A black cat with glowing eyes leads us on our nocturnal sojourn through the 78 cards of the Major and Minor Arcana. The characters of the Major Arcana visit from the realms of horror stories and Halloween tradition. Frankenstein and his bride 'bring to life' the Emperor and the Empress cards. The Minor Arcana suits are Pumpkins, Imps, Ghosts, and Bats, each with a special significance."As the suit
This 32-card deck and book set explores the healing and mystical powers of the flowers and plants around us. The author offers a wealth of material on plant alchemy, blessings, historical and mythological references, plus practical applications for using flower essences.
"Gummy Bears are a tradition enjoyed by generations. Who better to turn to for inspiration or a new outlook on life?"These adorable creatures have been transformed into unique renditions of the 78 Major and Minor Arcana based on the traditional Rider-Waite tarot images. The bears cast their magic spells, wield their wands, and delight in reaching out to people through their mischievous imagery in