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In this book, twelve leading scholars of South Asian texts and traditions articulate the Buddha-life blueprint-the underlying and foundational pattern that holds the life story of a buddha together. They retell the episodes of Buddha Gautama's extended life story, while keeping in mind the cosmic, paradigmatic arc of his narrative. The contributors have dedicated their careers to exploring hagiographical materials, each applying their own methodological and theoretical interests to shed new light on the enduring story of Buddhism.

Buckle up, my friends, because we're about to embark on a wild ride through the ages—a journey to uncover the naked truth about nudity. I'm Kristin, your witty and somewhat irreverent guide through the ages, ready to peel back the layers (figuratively speaking, of course) on how humanity's relationship with nudity has evolved over time. From cavemen boldly flaunting their birthday suits to Renaissance artists trying to outdo each other with anatomical accuracy, the story of nudity is as old as, well, the first time someone decided clothes were optional. We're not just talking about ...

In the throes of a quarter-life crisis, Jiminy abruptly quits law school and flees Chicago for her grandmother Willa's farm in rural Mississippi. In search of respite, Jiminy instead stumbles upon more trouble and turmoil than she ever knew existed. Jiminy is shocked to discover there was once another Jiminy - the daughter of her grandmother's longtime housekeeper, Lyn - who was murdered along with Lyn's husband four decades earlier in a civil-rights-era hate crime.

Dogged by gossip and scandal, Ramsey Scott, Marquess of Sterling, is the last man who should stand guard over lovely Miss Grace Morgan, much less fall for her. When the innocent's first outings of the season land her in Temptations, the private club Ramsey manages, he longs to take her in his arms and keep her there, if only his past would allow it. Their friendship will have to suffice - but as Grace blooms in society, Ramsey feels her slipping from his grasp...until she lures him into his greatest temptation yet.

Most 12-year-olds would be excited to fly to Austria to see their dad for the summer, but Becca is not most 12-year-olds. Suffering from severe anxiety, she fears that the metal detectors at the airport will give her cancer and the long international flight will leave her with blood clots. Luckily, she's packed her Doomsday Journal, the one thing that always seems to help. By writing down her fears and what to do if the worst happens, Becca can get by without (many) panic attacks.

La orientación sexual de nuestros hijos es un tema siempre espinoso por la carga de tabúes y conflictos sociales a su alrededor. En un formato accesible de preguntas y respuestas, y nutrido por testimonios y por la experiencia de los autores en el activismo y acompañamiento de familias diversas, este audiolibro se dirige a las inquietudes más comunes tanto en el ámbito práctico como en el emocional.

Have you put hard work, time, and energy into building your pet sitting, dog walking, pet grooming, dog training, or dog daycare business - but keeping up with everything has left you stressed out, overworked, and overwhelmed? If you're wondering where to go from here, and whether you and your pet business can move beyond burnout or compassion fatigue, get ready to unlock the solutions you need with this audiobook. Now it's your turn to find hope, relief, and a solid road map to run your pet business in a new way that supports your personal time and freedom.

Lucas Mayfield, the Eighth Earl of Heightford, couldn’t be more pleased with the private club that is his brainchild. But when a young courtesan at the club’s masquerade appears far too innocent, his suspicions are raised - along with his interest...until her gleaming hair tumbles down and he recognizes her as the Duke of Chatterwood’s beautiful daughter. How did the minx even know the place existed? And how has he allowed himself to give in to temptation and kiss her? Even more perplexing is this: she has vowed the kiss won’t be the last.

Princess Adela has always been more than a little unconventional. She would rather work in her garden than find a husband - much to her step-mother’s dismay - and Adela’s version of happily ever after involves traveling the world and collecting rare plant specimens. So when the opportunity arises to attend a garden party thrown by Lady Hortensia, whose beauty is rumored to be rivaled only by the loveliness of her gardens, Adela cannot resist inviting herself, even if it means wearing a too-tight dress and impractical shoes.

More people suffer from a lack of self-compassion than many of us would like to admit. Always putting others above themselves, people who fail to give themselves enough love and value can easily feel emotionally drained, tired, and unhappy. In this complete guide, we’re sharing all the information you need to know to help you climb out of that seemingly bottomless pit to achieve a greater sense of self-worth and importance to fuel an eagerness to love yourself more.

His best friend’s girlfriend. The man he can’t forget, even though he doesn’t know his name. Retired MMA fighter Trent Clayton knows he can never have the woman he loves, but after a horrifying incident, he is determined to protect Kinsey Michaels with everything he has. Every effort he makes to keep her safe seems to anger her and push her further away from him, and he has no way to bring her back. Until they both meet a wild, wonderful man from Trent’s past and everything changes.

Awaken your chakras to heal yourself and live in harmony - here's how! Do you feel tired, distracted, or anxious most of the time? Do you suffer from chronic pain that your doctor can't treat? Do you feel as if something was weakening you from the inside? It's time to learn more about chakras and reclaim your health!

Arianna Grace liked her boring, Midwestern, teenage life where she ignored the many unanswered questions of her childhood. Why were her parents dead? Why did she not have family? Where was she raised until she was five? When someone offers to explain it all, Arianna thinks she's just getting answers. Instead, she is thrown into a world of night humans who drink blood. On Arianna's 16th birthday, her world is thrown upside down when she changes into a vampire.

Let’s be real for a second. We’ve all had those nights where we twist and turn, tangled up in a sweaty mess of pajamas and blankets, feeling like we’re wrestling an octopus rather than catching some Z’s. Now, imagine sliding into bed with nothing but your own fabulous self, feeling the cool sheets against your skin, and drifting off into the best sleep of your life. Sounds dreamy, right? Well, it’s time to make that dream a reality by ditching those PJs and embracing the joy of sleeping naked. Welcome to Sleeping Naked: The Benefits of Nude Sleeping and Embracing the Freedom and ...

Nesta edição ampliada de seu best-seller A dieta da mente, o dr. David Perlmutter volta a chamar atenção para um segredo que só começou a ser revelado recentemente: o destino do seu cérebro não está na sua genética, mas naquilo que você come. E os carboidratos são os grandes vilões; até mesmo aqueles considerados "saudáveis", como os grãos integrais, podem causar Alzheimer, ansiedade, depressão, enxaquecas, redução de libido e muitos outros males.

Na França sitiada pelos nazistas, duas irmãs se veem em polos opostos ao encarar o inimigo comum.

Hey there, fellow adventurers of the bare physique! Welcome to "Naked and Fit," where we embark on a journey to discover the wild world of fitness without the frills—or the clothes! I'm Kristin, your fearless nudist guide to help you through this liberating landscape of health and confidence, where we'll strip away more than just our inhibitions. Now, before you imagine a nudist boot camp led by a hyper-enthusiastic nudie (though, I admit, that could be quite a sight), let me assure you: this book isn't just about exercising in the buff for the shock value (though it does have its perks!)...

Daniel Phillips has spent years tortured by guilt over the death of his brother, Samuel. He's worked hard to move past it with the help of his friends and new girlfriend, Carly. He's been shanghaied into being a partner in Addie's new psychic PI firm, and now he's sharing an apartment with Wade. However, when a familiar face from his past shows up and a new case from the Captain brings up questions, it's a chilling reminder of who Danny used to be. A question to Addie reveals their new case is more complex than they realized, and Danny finds the past isn't done with him yet. As loyalties ...

There is a lot of misinformation thrown around today, especially Online. Headlines tell us to do this, not that - all in the name of living longer, better, thinner, younger. In Hype, Dr. Nina Shapiro distinguishes between the falsehoods and the evidence-backed truth. In her work at Harvard and UCLA, with more than 20 years of experience in both clinical and academic medicine, she helps patients make important health decisions everyday. She’s bringing those lessons to life here with a blend of science and personal stories to discuss her new definition of “a healthy life”.

Join host Kristin Nicole as she dispels the false and damaging stigmas of being a person diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder and life as an HSP (Highly Sensitive Person). Kristin provides insight as to how to create that much needed protective emotional skin so that you can create a life worth living AND learn to thrive despite these challenges. This podcast is meant to give hope, tips, and coaching to those who have been diagnosed with BPD, may think they have BPD, or identify as being an HSP or deeply feeling individual (because let's face it...when it comes to sensitivity, we all...