Books Like “Boundaries”

Creating love

Bradshaw, John

1992

“Why are so many of us at times completely baffled by a relationship? How can we think we know someone so well and admit in the end that we hardly knew that person at all? Why do many people who work diligently and strenuously to gain wholeness and balance still feel so frustrated about having a fulfilling relationship? Why have so many people given up on love?”—from the Prologue John Bradshaw’s bestselling books and compelling PBS series have touched and changed millions of lives. Now, in Creating Love, he offers us a new way to understand our most crucial relationships—with our romantic partners and spouses, with our parents and children, with friends and co-workers, with ourselves, and with God. Bradshaw’s compassionate approach shows that many of us have been literally “entranced” by past experiences of counterfeit love, so we unknowingly re-create patterns that can never fulfill us. Here he provides both the insights and the precise tools we need to keep those destructive patterns from repeating in the present. And then he shows how we can open ourselves to the soul-building work of real love—and create healthy, loving relationships where we can be fully ourselves in every part of our lives.

Raising great kids

Henry Cloud, John Sims Townsend, Elisa Morgan

1999

What does it take to raise great kids? If you've read any books on parenting, conflicting opinions have probably left you feeling confused. Get tough! Show acceptance. Lay down the rules. Lighten up, already! - There's got to be a balance -- and there is. Joining their expertise with the wisdom of MOPS International (Mothers of Preschoolers), Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend help you provide both the care and acceptance that make grace real to your child, and the firmness and discipline that give direction. Avoiding the twin extremes of permissiveness and over-control, Drs. Cloud and Townsend show how you can help your child cultivate six necessary character traits: attachment, responsibility, reality, competence, morality, and worship/spiritual life. - At last, here is an effective middle ground for raising up children who will handle life with maturity and wisdom. Raising Great Kids will help you equip your son or daughter to accept life's responsibilities, grow from its challenges, and freely and fully explore all that it has to offer.

Boundaries with kids

Henry Cloud, John Sims Townsend, Henry O. Arnold

1998

Discover how setting biblical boundaries can improve your parenting and your relationship with your children. Join Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, authors of the New York Times bestseller Boundaries, as they share the research and guidance you need to raise your kids to take responsibility for their actions and emotions and enable them to lead balanced, productive, and fulfilling adult lives. The tools and guidance provided in Boundaries with Kids will change the way you view healthy boundaries, no matter where you are in your parenting journey. You'll learn how to: Define appropriate boundaries and consequences for your kids. Set limits and still be a loving parent. Bring balance to an out-of-control family life. Understand the six steps to implementing boundaries in your home. Using biblically backed principles, including respect, stewardship, and self-control, Drs. Cloud and Townsend share the lessons they've learned firsthand after decades of working with families across the country. With wisdom and empathy, they take you through the ins and outs of instilling the kind of character in your children that will help them lead Godly lives.

Zhuan fa lun

Li, Hongzhi, Li Hongzhi, Ziulian Dafa

1994

*Zhuan Falun* presents a system of spiritual cultivation encompassing moral teachings and exercises intended to purify the mind and body. It emphasizes the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance as a guide for daily conduct, aiming to elevate one's character and spiritual attainment. The text also incorporates explanations of Buddhist concepts and the nature of karma, offering a framework for understanding life's challenges and achieving inner peace.

A second chicken soup for the woman's soul

Jack Canfield, Dave Barry, Jack Canfield, Marci Shimoff, Mark Victory Hansen, Jennifer Read Hawthorne, Mark Victor Hansen

1996

This latest collection of stories celebrates the shared experiences of being a woman in a 101 new ways. You will be moved by these true accounts of how women like you have embraced life's defining moments by finding love, dealing with loss, overcoming obstacles and achieving their dreams and goals. Like spending time with a trusted friend, A Second Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul will put difficult times into perspective, renew your faith in yourself and make you aware of the miracles in your own life.

The Right Words at the Right Time, Vol. 2

Marlo Thomas, Jon B. Fish, Bruce Kluger, Carl Robbins, David Tabatsky

2006

From big cities to farm communities, from office cubicles to hospital wards, from Normandy Beach to Boston's Fenway Park, the contributors to this remarkable volume -- selected from among thousands in a nationwide search -- tell riveting stories about the words that changed their lives forever. You'll meet a "Plain Jane" from Seattle, whose world was rocked by a passing remark made by her favorite musician, backstage at a concert. You'll hear from the bereaved fiancé of a 9/11 victim, who found hope in a note pinned to a teddy bear. You'll laugh with a beleaguered soccer mom, who reveals the single phrase she never wants to hear again. And your heart will break for a prison inmate, who recalls the one piece of advice he still wishes he took. In each case, words had made all the difference. Marlo Thomas has once again tapped into the human spirit, assembling a breathtaking collection of beautiful and inspiring essays about the enduring power of words, and how their impact can last a lifetime. As a follow-up to her 2002 New York Times #1 bestseller, The Right Words at the Right Time, Thomas presents 101 new first-person stories that are at once universal and strikingly personal. Like the tale of a Gulf War veteran, whose life was transformed by just two words spoken by a young stranger at a Burger King. Or the aimless garage mechanic, who found salvation in a Help Wanted ad. Or the unsuspecting mother of three, who made a heart-warming discovery about her grandmother's "racy past." As this astonishing anthology proves, the "right words" can come from anywhere -- the pages of a dusty old songbook, the pulpit of a neighborhood church, the wreckage of Ground Zero, a hand-stitched sampler hanging on a wall, and a child's simple expression of love. The Right Words at the Right Time, Volume 2: Your Turn! is a collection to be read and read again -- a volume that will be cherished both by fans of the original book and anyone who has ever been touched by the startling and lif

Who Will Cry When You Die?

Robin S. Sharma

1999

“When you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die, the world cries while you rejoice.” — Ancient Sanskrit saying Does the gem of wisdom quoted above strike a chord deep within you? Do you feel that life is slipping by so fast that you just might never get the chance to live with the meaning, happiness and joy you know you deserve? If so, then this very special book by leadership guru Robin S. Sharma, the author whose Monk Who Sold His Ferrari series has transformed the lives of thousands, will be the guiding light that leads you to a brilliant new way of living. In this easy-to-read yet wisdom-rich manual, Robin S. Sharma offers 101 simple solutions to life’s most complex problems, ranging from a little-known method for beating stress and worry to a powerful way to enjoy the journey while you create a legacy that lasts. Other lessons include “Honor Your Past,” “Start Your Day Well,” “See Troubles as Blessings” and “Discover Your Calling.” If you are finally ready to move beyond a life spent chasing success to one of deep significance, this is the ideal book for you.

Family Wisdom from the Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

Robin S. Sharma

2001

Richard Carlson, author of the worldwide bestseller Don't Sweat the Small Stuff says that Family Wisdom is "a wonderful book that will help you become a better parent as well as a happier person." This is Robin's most profound book yet, rich with truly life-changing ideas on balancing work and family, transforming your family culture and creating a life that fills your heart with joy, fulfillment and peace. This book will show you exactly how to unlock your child's highest abilities, deepen your relationships and leave a lasting legacy.

Life Coaching

Michael Neenan

2002

The way we think profoundly influences the way we feel, so learning to think differently can enable us to feel and act differently. The first edition of Life Coaching successfully showed how to tackle self-defeating thinking and replace it with a problem-solving outlook, providing clear and helpful advice on: Dealing with troublesome emotions Overcoming procrastination Becoming assertive Tackling poor time management Persisting at problem solving Handling criticism constructively Taking risks and making better decisions. The new edition retains the key features, while offering a brand new chapter on the emerging topic of resilience as well updates throughout. It will continue to be invaluable to all those who are interested in becoming more personally effective in their everyday lives, and also to counsellors in practice and training.

Overcoming overeating

Jane R. Hirschmann, Carol H. Munter

1988

The reissue of a classic in healthy living, with more than 300,000 copies sold!Diet/binge. good food/bad food. punishment/reward. These are the compulsive eater's nightmares, a long-time pattern of recrimination and guilt that ultimately leads to more overeating and more weight gain. In an updated edition, here is the ground-breaking, step-by-step plan that doesn't control eating habits but cures them instead, once and for all. Overcoming Overeating will show you how to:* Give up dieting forever* Eat from true stomach hunger instead of "mouth hunger"* Stop overeating and lose weight naturally* Move beyond a preoccupation with eating and weight in order to live a more satisfying life

You are not the target

Laura Archera Huxley

1963

In this charming book, Laura Archera Huxley offers practical wisdom on how a human being in a chaotic world can cope with stress, anxiety, competition, & the uncertainty of the times. When we change,Ó she writes, others change too, & circumstances change in a manner that is almost miraculous,Ó & she points out that making others feel better generally makes us feel better.Ó Laura Huxley shows you how to change, how to influence the elements around you, how to cope successfully with the problems of the inner & outer world. To achieve this, she offers more than 33 Recipes for Living & Loving. A pioneering book of psychological good sense. Deceptively simple.Ó

The mindfulness & acceptance workbook for anxiety

John P. Forsyth, John P., Ph.D. Forsyth, Georg Eifert

2007

The award-winning The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety has introduced countless readers to the concept of mindfulness, and has successfully helped many people manage worry, fear, and panic so they can live a better life. This fully revised and updated third edition of the best-selling and innovative workbook offers readers compelling new acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) exercises to help them finally conquer their anxiety.

By the time you read this

Lola Jaye

2008

When he discovered that he had only six months to live, thirty-year-old Kevin Bates picked up his pen and wrote The Manual—advice for his five-year-old daughter, Lois, to live by, laugh at, and follow from twelve until thirty. Seven years later, when Lois is given The Manual, she can barely bring herself to read her father's words, the pain of his loss is still so raw. Yet soon Kevin's advice is guiding her through every stage of life from teen angst to career arcs, to knowing when she's at long last met "the one." While The Manual can never be a substitute for having Kevin back, the words left behind become Lois's steady support through all of life's ups and downs, and prove invaluable to unlocking the key to happiness.

Concerning children

Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Jon A. Lindseth Suffrage Collection, Rationalist Press Association

1900

Charlotte Perkins Gilman's Concerning Children reflects her innovative thinking on the social and economic construction of motherhood. In this volume, she takes on American society at its core principles: the betterment of our society through the development of our children. Gilman attacks our conventional model of child rearing, one based on obedience and discipline, rather than on the development of creativity and individuality. She responds to popular practices such as the corporal punishment of children, and proposes new and radical ways of child-rearing including social motherhood, which frees women to pursue careers. Presciently observing more than a century ago that it takes an entire village to raise a child, Gilman's Concerning Children is a must-read for anyone interested in gender and family studies.

Gentle measures in the management and training of the young; or, The principles onwhich a firm parental authority may be established and maintained

Jacob Abbott

1871

Jacob Abbott's *Gentle Measures* advocates for a parenting approach grounded in understanding and consistent, yet kind, discipline. He emphasizes establishing a firm parental authority through reasoned guidance and positive reinforcement rather than harsh punishment. The book offers practical strategies for fostering obedience and moral development by appealing to a child's inherent desire for approval and a sense of order, all within a Christian framework.

The mother at home, or, The principles of maternal duty familiarly illustrated

John S. C. Abbott, Jacob Abbott

1833

This is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the original versions are generally quite old, there may occasionally be certain imperfections within these reproductions. We're happy to make these classics available again for future generations to enjoy!

Sermons on the religious education of children

Philip Doddridge

1732

Philip Doddridge's collection of sermons offers practical guidance for Christian parents on nurturing faith in their children. He emphasizes the importance of instilling religious principles from an early age through consistent instruction and godly example. These discourses explore various facets of child-rearing within a Christian framework, aiming to equip families to raise children devoted to God.

Smart Woman's Guide to PMS and Pain-Free Periods

Linda Woolven

2008

An unabashed guide to symptom-free, drug-free periods For the 30 to 40 percent of women afflicted with PMS, traditional medicine can offer no genuine cures, only hormones, anti-depressants, and temporary pain-killers. Offering a practical, easy-to-implement plan for recovery from even the most debilitating forms of PMS, herbalist Linda Woolven outlines a natural powerhouse regimen of herbs, vitamins, minerals, and nutritional changes. A comprehensive guide to every aspect of women's menstrual and sexual health, the book also addresses menopause and osteoporosis. Combining scientific research and clinical experience with clear practical guidelines, this is an essential how-to health book for women of all ages. Linda Woolven (Toronto, ON, Canada) is the author of The Vegetarian Passport Cookbook (978-1-555041-331-1) and Healthy Herbs (978-1-555041-329-8).

Keep Calm!

Gina Bellisario, Renée Kurilla

2014

"Keep Calm!" by Gina Bellisario and Renée Kurilla offers young readers practical strategies for navigating feelings of anxiety and stress. Through relatable scenarios and engaging illustrations, the book guides children in understanding their emotions and developing coping mechanisms. It provides accessible tools and simple techniques to help them manage worry and find moments of calm.

Smile, or You're Doing it Wrong: A Journey from Rock Bottom to Redemption

Ric Bucher

Ric Bucher's memoir chronicles his descent into addiction and depression following a career-ending injury, detailing his struggle to rebuild his life from its lowest point. Through raw honesty, he explores the profound impact of his personal demons on his relationships and self-worth. The narrative ultimately charts his arduous path toward recovery and finding a renewed sense of purpose and joy.

Project Maven: A Marine Colonel, His Team, and the Dawn of AI Warfare

Sebastian Mallaby

This book chronicles the improbable journey of Marine Colonel Gregory Boyington's team as they spearheaded Project Maven, a groundbreaking initiative to integrate artificial intelligence into drone warfare. Mallaby details the complex challenges of overcoming bureaucratic inertia and technical hurdles to equip military drones with AI for target identification. The narrative highlights the ethical and strategic implications of this nascent era of AI-driven conflict, showcasing the human ingenuity behind a significant technological leap.

I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do (Almost) Everything

Donella H. Meadows

This insightful memoir chronicles a year-long experiment where the author, Donella H. Meadows, attempted to delegate a significant portion of her daily tasks and responsibilities to artificial intelligence. Meadows meticulously documents her experiences, exploring the practical applications, surprising limitations, and evolving relationship between human agency and AI-driven assistance across various facets of her life. The narrative offers a compelling examination of the potential and pitfalls of integrating AI into everyday routines, prompting reflection on work, creativity, and the very definition of human productivity.

Building a StoryBrand 2.0: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen

Marina Nitze

This revised edition of Building a StoryBrand presents a framework that helps businesses clarify their message by positioning the customer as the hero of their story. It outlines a seven-part framework to guide businesses in crafting clear and compelling communication that resonates with their target audience. The book provides practical strategies to eliminate jargon and confusion, enabling businesses to articulate their value proposition effectively and drive customer engagement.

You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir

Robert Greene

In "You with the Sad Eyes," Robert Greene offers a poignant and unflinching exploration of his personal journey through grief and loss, particularly following the death of his father. He delves into the complex emotional landscape of mourning, examining how sorrow can shape identity and inspire profound personal transformation. The memoir thoughtfully navigates the process of finding meaning and a renewed sense of self amidst profound sadness.