Mix history, humor, and an odd perspective in a bowl and you have this book. Stephen is six foot six inches, so he sees things a little differently. He has traveled all over the country and the world for jobs. His specialties are finding solutions to problems and getting himself out of trouble. Imagine sitting down with Stephen and asking him question after question. The answers will be a mix of humor, solutions, and advice. The answers will also be like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle as you assemble the picture of the man. The stories will remind you how much the world has changed. Here is life before the cell phone, the GPS, and the Internet, when getting lost at night was a much scarier experience. Dive in and enjoy time travel with a very tall guide spinning some tall tales.

About the Book: Step into a world where the essence of wisdom transcends borders with "Inspiration - The Western Way." This compelling book delves into the profound words of iconic Western figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Abraham Lincoln, Steve Jobs, Roosevelt etc., weaving a compilation of insights and empowerment. From King's dream of equality to Lincoln's leadership principles, from Jobs' innovation philosophy to Roosevelt's resilience, each quote is a beacon illuminating paths to personal and societal betterment. Through captivating narratives and real-life examples, this book showcases how these timeless words can catalyse young minds, shaping individuals and cultures. Explore the transformative impact of their ideologies, offering not just inspiration but a practical guide for personal growth and societal progress. "Inspiration - The Western Way" is a roadmap to an enriched and purposeful life, drawing from the invaluable wisdom of Western thought leaders. About the Author: Dr. Vaibhav R Deogirkar, a visionary leader in healthcare and education, serves as the Medical Director at H. J. Doshi Ghatkopar Hindu Sabha Hospital, Mumbai. As the CEO of Shiv Kalyan Kendra and Shri Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Dialysis Centre in Sion, Mumbai, he continues to make significant contributions. Dr. Deogirkar is also the Managing Director of “Arogyam Concepts” in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, and passionately leads as the President of “Dev Desh Pratisthan,” an influential NGO. His tireless dedication has brought transformative changes in the healthcare landscape.

Updated to provide a modern look at the daily stessors evolving in our ever changing society, Managing Stress: Skills for Self-Care, Personal Resiliency and Work-Life Balance in a Rapidly Changing World, Tenth Edition provides a comprehensive approach to stress management, honoring the balance and harmony of the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Referred to as the “authority on stress management” by students and professionals, this book equips readers with the tools needed to identify and manage stress while also coaching on how to strive for health and balance in these changing times. The holistic approach taken by internationally acclaimed lecturer and author Brian Luke Seaward gently guides the reader to greater levels of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being by emphasizing the importance of the mind-body-spirit connection.

Originally published in 1988, this is a fully revised second edition of the successful introductory textbook on developmental and educational psychology. With its cross-cultural framework, the book was aimed at students of education and psychology in multi-cultural communities as well as at those studying in the developing world. The authors present an overview of developmental and educational psychology that does not rest on any single model of home environment. Instead, by drawing critically on a wide survey of cross-cultural data, they look at the ways in which different home environments in nuclear and extended families and differing social values can affect children’s emotional, social and intellectual development. They focus particularly on the ways in which home background can influence the child’s ability to cope with a formal education system. The book relates theory to practical aspects of child care and development and leads the reader through the world of childhood, the primary school years, adolescence and youth and school and society. This second edition takes full account of new cross-cultural research, and particularly work which had been undertaken by researchers in developing countries at the time. The sections on learning and instruction incorporate recent advances in cognitive research and new sections have been added particularly in the fields of social cognition and social development

Somewhere in every person’s life is a little Jimmy DeAngelo. Only Until I Need Glasses is a coming-of-age novel that transcends generations. It’s the story of Jimmy DeAngelo, a typical boy growing up in the 1950s whose basic human nature is often at odds with the expectations of family and church. But boys will be boys, and Jimmy’s inner conflict makes his life a continuous and hilarious adventure. He struggles with challenges on his road to adulthood and tests the accepted boundaries, providing a plethora of belly laughs in a society where rules, regulations, and morality are everything. In the years between WWII and Vietnam, follow Jimmy and his friends as they navigate first grade and first kisses, college pranks and career choices. Laugh with our hero as he attempts to reconcile the inner discord created by embedded church and family values, and take a refreshing look into the minds of boys. Only Until I Need Glasses is an entertaining and uplifting book about love, friendship, and the process of finding one’s place in a rapidly changing world.

What if fear is the new brave? That's the question that you need answered if you are living afraid. Finding courage begins with fear itself--fear of the Lord. I Choose Brave reveals a countercultural plan to help you where you are--knee-deep in fears of parenting, the future, your marriage, and a world that feels unstable. When you're feeling fearful, the last thing you need is a social-media meme telling you to simply "power through" your fears. In I Choose Brave, Katie Westenberg digs deep into Scripture and shows that finding the courage to overcome our fears must start with fear of the Lord. Hundreds of passages speak to this foundational truth, yet we have somehow relegated them to antiquity. In sharing her own compelling story of facing her worst fear, Katie serves up theological truth with relatable application. In this book, you will · discover a fresh take on an old truth that displaces fear once and for all · understand why the culture's idea of "fearlessness" is a farce · access the holy courage you were made for With this new knowledge comes tremendous freedom. Hidden in the cleft of the Rock, the One truly worthy of our fear, you will begin to understand the only path to real courage.

If it seems like the world is in a constant state of flux, that's because it is. Our work, our families, our friendships, and our society are always changing, which can leave us feeling disoriented and discouraged. And while lots of people offer "tips and tricks" or "life hacks" to help us cope, the real secret to feeling like we're standing on solid ground is deeper--and we can't do it alone. In Life in Flux, leadership, career, and vocation experts Michaela O'Donnell and Lisa Pratt Slayton teach the practical skills needed in order to navigate constant change. They show you how to · face the pain and longings that come with change · do the inner work of waking up and letting go · embrace the unknown with confidence · listen to God's guiding voice · get to know yourself, really · find and keep friends for the journey · stay attuned to your rhythms and values moving forward When you feel truly at home in your world and with yourself, you can do hard things with great courage. Life in Flux can get you there.

Regardless of age, social background, or education, keeping a journal enables you to begin wherever you are and move at your own tempo, recording whatever goes through your mind. It is an instrument that can be used in privacy, giving you a wealth of feedback to crystallize decisions and help create meaning in your life. Communicating With Myself: A Journal has been created by Jacquelyn B. Carr to accompany her text, Communicating and Relating. Both the book and the journal offer a wealth of exercises and activities designed to encourage self-discovery and personal growth, and effective communication skills.

An analysis of learning throughout the whole of life. Written as a text for both educators and carers, it demonstrates how the learning process works through life and how learning at all stages of life is best achieved.

At the beginning of his memoir Life Lived Wild, Adventures at the Edge of the Map, Rick Ridgeway tells us that if you add up all his many expeditions, he’s spent over five years of his life sleeping in tents: “And most of that in small tents pitched in the world’s most remote regions.” It’s not a boast so much as an explanation. Whether at elevation or raising a family back at sea level, those years taught him, he writes, “to distinguish matters of consequence from matters of inconsequence.” He leaves it to his readers, though, to do the final sort of which is which."--Amazon.