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From trailblazing Michigan governor and rising Democratic star Gretchen Whitmer comes an unconventionally honest, personal, and funny account of her remarkable life and career, full of insights that guided her through a global pandemic, showdowns with high-profile bullies, and even a kidnapping and assassination plot.

Gretchen Rubin had an epiphany one rainy afternoon in the unlikeliest of places: a city bus. "The days are long, but the years are short," she realized. "Time is passing, and I'm not focusing enough on the things that really matter." In that moment, she decided to dedicate a year to her happiness project.

During her multi-book investigation into understanding human nature, Gretchen Rubin realized that by asking the seemingly dry question “How do I respond to expectations?” we gain explosive self-knowledge. She discovered that based on their answer, people fit into Four Tendencies: Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, and Rebels. Our Tendency shapes every aspect of our behavior, so using this framework allows us to make better decisions, meet deadlines, suffer less stress, and engage more effectively.

Discover the bottomless, refreshing Well of God’s Word―and experience a fullness and peace beyond your circumstances. In the chaos of our everyday, it can be difficult to live out and apply the truths of Scripture. We want more of Jesus, but we find ourselves looking to our own lives and accomplishments for our worth and identity. And while that may buoy us for a time, we’re often left feeling dried up, discouraged, and longing for more.

Ah, “adulting.” Promises of living independently, tossing curfews to the curb, and being the boss of your daily schedule. Yet once you approach your late teens, adulthood suddenly picks up its pace, racing up from behind and tackling you with responsibilities like choosing what to study, getting a job, and sorting your finances. Who sold you on the marvels of adulting in the first place? If you want your money back, I don’t blame you! Here’s the good news. You don’t have to create your definitive life plan just yet…

Ten-year-old Rudy is afraid of everything, and to top it off, two bullies like to chase him home from school! Every day those bullies try to make Rudy do things he’s scared to do. Rudy’s best friend Billy is usually there to defend him, but some days Billy is at Taekwondo class, and when that happens, Rudy finds himself panicked with fear.

Gretchen Rubin has found that getting control of our stuff makes us feel more in control of our lives. By getting rid of things we don't use, don't need, or don't love, we free our minds (and our shelves) for what we truly value. With a sense of fun, and a clear idea of what's realistic for most people, Gretchen Rubin suggests dozens of manageable steps for creating a more serene, orderly environment - one that helps us to create the lives we want.

"Unified Hearts: Proven Strategies for Cultivating Lasting Marital Harmony in Blended Families" delves deeply into the art and science of nurturing a successful blended family. This insightful book unpacks the complexity of merging families, offering a rich tapestry of strategies, from effective communication and conflict resolution to emotional support and financial management.

The author of the blockbuster New York Times best sellers The Happiness Project and Happier at Home tackles the critical question: How do we change? Gretchen Rubin's answer: through habits. Habits are the invisible architecture of everyday life. It takes work to make a habit, but once that habit is set, we can harness the energy of habits to build happier, stronger, more productive lives.

A Life in Five Senses is an absorbing, layered story of discovery filled with profound insights and practical suggestions about how to heighten our senses and use our powers of perception to live fuller, richer lives—and, ultimately, how to move through the world with more vitality and love.

Join author Anne Costa as she shares the wisdom of Edith Stein. While the author never knew Edith Stein personally, her writings had a profound effect on her, and she came to view Edith Stein as a spiritual friend. Embracing Edith Stein shows how the different aspects of the life and teachings of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross can serve as a guide for women and their unique vocation today.

Cats are incredible creatures, and they can make an incredible choice as a pet. There are very few feelings that are as special as when a cat shows you love. And yet, these moments are often few and far between. Perhaps you already have a pet cat, and you are searching for a book that will help bring you closer to your feline friend. Or maybe you are considering getting your first cat or kitten, and you want all the tools and information ready in your back pocket.

One Sunday afternoon, as she unloaded the dishwasher, Gretchen Rubin felt hit by a wave of homesickness. Homesick - why? She was standing right in her own kitchen. She felt homesick, she realized, with love for home itself. In a flash, she decided to undertake a new happiness project, and this time, to focus on home. And what did she want from her home? A place that calmed her, and energized her. A place that, by making her feel safe, would free her to take risks. Also, while Rubin wanted to be happier at home, she wanted to appreciate how much happiness was there already.

By focusing on strengthening your neural pathways in addition to your muscles, you'll finally start seeing improvements in your mobility, energy, and confidence. Dr. Hawley's expertise and experience make her an invaluable resource for anyone with MS looking to improve their quality of life.

Are you ready to break free? As someone who's traversed the treacherous terrain of attachment theory and boundary setting, I've felt the suffocating weight of insecurity and the fierce desire for autonomy. But through my own journey of suffering and growth, I've unearthed invaluable insights that have reshaped my relationships and my life. Gain a deep understanding of the underlying mechanisms shaping your relational dynamics.

Lana Granger lives a life of lies. She has told so many lies about where she comes from and who she is that the truth is like a cloudy nightmare she can’t quite recall. About to graduate from college and with her trust fund almost tapped out, she takes a job babysitting a troubled boy named Luke. Expelled from schools all over the country, the manipulative young Luke is accustomed to controlling the people in his life. But, in Lana, he may have met his match. Or has Lana met hers?

Collected for the first time, here are the New York stories of one of the 20th century’s definitive chroniclers of the city - the speakeasies and highballs, social climbers and cinema stars, mistresses and powerbrokers, unsparingly observed by a popular American master of realism. Spanning his four-decade career, these more than 30 refreshingly frank, sparely written stories are among John O’Hara’s finest work, exploring the materialist aspirations and sexual exploits of flawed, prodigally human characters and showcasing the snappy dialogue.

Discover this eight-book collection on witchcraft and Wiccan magic.

Would you like to experience deep, healing states of relaxation - even if "quieting the mind" is something you normally struggle with? Yoga Nidra meditation trains your brain to enter a state of deep relaxation that occurs between waking and sleeping. It welcomes consciousness into the moments when you are drifting off to sleep. There are countless emotional and physical health benefits of learning to cultivate this state effectively.

Do you ever feel anxious, insecure, or jealous in your relationships? Have you struggled with fear of abandonment and clinginess? If you're nodding your head, you're not alone. Anxious attachment affects millions of people, and it can have a profound impact on your relationships, your self-esteem, and your overall happiness. In this book, you'll discover everything you need to know to overcome anxious attachment and build healthy relationships.