Dr. Loren A. Olson has frequently been asked two questions: How could you not know that you were gay until the age of forty? Wasn't your marriage just a sham to protect yourself at your wife's expense? In Finally Out, Dr. Olson answers these questions by telling the inspiring story of his evolving sexuality, into which he intelligently weaves psychological concepts and gay history. This book is a powerful exploration of human sexuality, particularly the sexuality of mature men who, like Dr. Olson, lived a large part of their lives as straight men--sometimes long after becoming aware of their same-sex attractions. Readers will come to understand: - That there is no universal model for coming out - Why many older LGBTQ men came out late, do not come out at all, or come out to varying degrees in different environments - How stigma has created mental health problems for isolated and closeted men who have sex with men, particularly in geographical areas and cultures where there is little or no acceptance of homosexuality - How sexual function changes but perhaps even improves for older men - That aging creates opportunities that one has never had and may never have again, e.g., freedom from the tyranny of ambition - That some people consistently prefer an older sexual partner and this can lead to stable, intergenerational relationships - How same-sex sexual activity was considered prior to the Stonewall uprising in 1969 contrasted with the way it is perceived after Stonewall - How age, culture, geographical location, heterosexual marriage, and children impact a person's decision to come out - Why "conversion therapy" does not work and may be harmful - The difference between homophobia and homonaïveté - The archetypes of self-identified straight men who seek occasional or regular sex with other men - How to overcome the shame and guilt experienced by men who are sexually attracted to other men

Travel restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic don't have to keep you stuck--neither physically nor spiritually. This book invites us to encounter the world through the eyes of an amazing author, and explore the even larger realm of love and healing inside each of us. Stop Being Mean to Yourself is a compassionate guide filled with new ideas for overcoming the pitfalls of guilt and self-doubt, and helps readers find a happier place in the world. "In this wonderfully practical book, Melody Beattie gives you the tools to discover the magnificence and splendor of your being." -- Deepak Chopra, M.D. Beckoning readers toward a spiritual territory beyond even that of her revolutionary best-seller Codependent No More, Melody Beattie conducts us through teeming Casablanca, war-torn Algeria, and the caverns of Egypt's great pyramids as she embarks on a new kind of journey of the soul. An enlightening blend of travel adventure and spiritual discovery, filled with new ideas for overcoming the pitfalls of guilt and self-doubt, Stop Being Mean to Yourself is a compassionate tour guide for the troubled and the heartsick, for those who seek a happier place in the world. A tale that is at once modern and timeless, rich with the promise of personal discovery, it is a book about learning the art of living and of loving others -- and ourselves. As full of suspense and excitement as it is of hope and encouragement, it is as rewarding for its pure reading pleasure as for the wisdom it imparts.

Mnemonic reference featuring nuanced definitions, idiomatic expressions, and extensive word coverage to aid young adults, academics, TOEFL and IELTS exam takers in enhancing their lexicon to master English the honest way for native fluency. Mnemonic Learning is an engaging and authentic dictionary with a holistic approach to sophisticated language training. Conceptual mapping facilitates each query to link with a multitude of others in dozens of different ways by interactive and native content for thousands of refined expressions (words, phrases, collocations, idioms, proverbs, and exclusive concordances). Key terms, each connected to the main term with variations at different rates, are cultivated under 17 sections, catering to proficient English speakers to escape from intermediate to advanced levels.

Mary’s Prayer, Mary McGuinness’ first book, charted her journey to health through a lengthy period of illness from depression. She told how she was healed by the power of prayer and through her love of music; she possessed an inner drive and commitment to improve her life in the long term. The Meaning of Contentment, a sequel to the first book, covers a period of almost six years. In total, the two volumes chronicle almost twenty years of her life, charting the gradual changes taking place during two decades on the journey to middle age. This second book reflects on these natural changes and also on the personal transformation that occurred because of the varied perspectives of McGuinness’ experiences. This memoir shares the story of how a meeting with her Uncle John changed the course of her life. The Meaning of Contentment tells how she strengthened both her identity and the familial bond while helping him. It focuses on the friendship and the interactive learning experience that dramatically impacted on her future.

It’s the ultimate love triangle where you choose your own happy ending! If you enjoy a deep dive with a unique heroine, this box set is for you. Kelly Tanaka is a spirited tomboy who loves life, friends, and hockey. The trilogy begins with her first kiss and ends with her engagement, and in between are adventures in school, work, and competitive hockey. Included are three full-length novels and two bonus novellas, French Kiss and Happy Birthday Kelly. And there’s a unique twist at the end! Part One is about Kelly’s final year of high school and the blossoming relationship with her best friend turned boyfriend, Phil Davidson. Will leaving for university mean the end for their love or a new beginning? In Part Two Kelly meets NHL prospect James Frechette at a hockey camp and their attraction is immediate. Will their summer fling turn into a serious thing? In Part Three, Kelly is working at a sports radio station when James and Phil burst back into her life. Commitment-phobic Kelly is going to have to make a decision. Or rather, you will. If you’ve ever been frustrated by the ending of a love triangle, this is the book for you. You get to choose the right man for Kelly. Are you a Jelly or Team K-Phil?

As we open up to life and love and each other, as we awaken from our dream of separation, we encounter not just the bliss of existence, but its pain, too; not only life’s ecstasy, but also its agony. Healing doesn’t always feel good or comfortable or even “spiritual,” for we are inevitably forced to confront our shadows, fears, and deepest longings—those secret parts of ourselves that we have denied, repressed, or deemed “negative” and unworthy of our love. How can we find the calm in the midst of the storm? How can we rest, even as the ground falls? Falling in Love with Where You Are invites you to discover a deep YES to your life, no matter what you are going through; to see crisis as an opportunity to heal, pain as an intelligent messenger, and your imperfections as perfectly placed. Through his prose and poetry, Jeff Foster will guide, provoke, encourage, and inspire you on your lonely, joyful, and sometimes exhausting pathless journey to the Home you never, ever left: the present moment. “Even in your glorious imperfection,” Jeff reminds us, “you were always a perfect expression of life, a beloved child of the universe, a complete work of art, unique in all the world...”

This book is the first of its kind in the world. You will discover the real root of ego. You will learn how to apply Western psychology to remove ego now. Instead of spending twenty years meditating to drop ego, you can now uproot ego as fast as you are willing and able. The practices in this book work with any ancient practices you are now using or might use in the future. Get the freedom from ego you want now! This book provides you with a Seven Step Plan to overcome the biggest problem in adult life: your ego. You will discover how ego hampers your goals, health, and happiness. You will be motivated to live free of ego and to return to your original nature. You will realize how to recognize, remove, and replace ego. You will develop three plans to live sane in an insane world.

Torah can help you recover your soul—if you are willing to ask yourself the right questions. "If the Torah is the all-encompassing moral compass that it claims to be, and I believe it to be so, then we can find anything in it, including the support needed for recovery.... In it are the remedies for all spiritual maladies—we just have to probe the text, dig deeply in it and drink of its life-giving waters." —from the Foreword In this soul-restoring resource, Rabbi Mark Borovitz combines his knowledge of Judaism and his experience as a leader in the field of recovery to help you find in the Five Books of Moses the deeper meaning, wisdom and guidance for living well in the moment. For each Torah portion, he provides seven days of teachings and reflection questions to help you reconnect with your sacred self, discover solutions to life's challenges and to help you heal. Advertising

Life in it's rawest form is painful. This is a fact that we all must learn. Join a young woman through the troubles of her new life as divorce separates her family and school takes her far away from it all. See the heartbreak, love, and loss of friendship that accompanies us all as we move through life. This chronologically arranged work is the second anthology that serves as the expression of the emotional turmoil that secretly lies within us all.