Self-help publications

  • Raising money-smart kids : how to teach your kids about money while learning a few things yourself

    Creator

    Taub, Robin

    Abstract

    Whether or not parents are skilled at their own financial management, the book offers a road map of how to teach children, pre-teens, teens and emerging adults the skills they need to be money-smart. With chapters for each age group outlining concepts, skills and activities, the book will not only improve children’s financial literacy – it may even help parents improve their own skills. 

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    Toronto

    Cormorant Books

    Not specified
  • How to decide : simple tools for making better choices

    Creator

    Duke, Annie

    Abstract

    Through a blend of compelling exercises and stories, the best-selling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Penguin Audio

    Not specified
  • The listening path : the creative art of attention (a 6-week artist's way program)

    Creator

    Cameron, Julia

    Abstract

    The newest audiobook from beloved author Julia Cameron, The Listening Path is a transformational journey to deeper, more profound listening and creativity. Over six weeks, listeners will be given the tools to become better listeners - to their environment, the people around them, and themselves. The reward for learning to truly listen is immense. As we learn to listen, our attention is heightened and we gain healing, insight, clarity. But above all, listening creates connections and ignites a creativity that will resonate through every aspect of our lives.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Macmillan Audio

    Not specified
  • Catching the big fish : meditation, consciousness, and creativity

    Creator

    Lynch, David

    Abstract

    Catching the Big Fish comes as a revelation to the legion of fans who have longed to better understand Lynch's personal vision. And it is equally compelling to those who wonder how they can nurture their own creativity. Catching Ideas. Ideas are like fish.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    New York

    Penguin Audio

    Not specified
  • Wabi sabi : Japanese wisdom for a perfectly imperfect life

    Creator

    Kempton, Beth

    Abstract

    This is the definitive guide that teaches you how to use the Japanese concept of wabi sabi to reshape every area of your life and find happiness right where you are. Fed up with the exhausting challenges of our fast-paced, consumption-driven existence, millions of people worldwide are turning to timeless cultural traditions to find true meaning. In this transformative handbook, Beth Kempton introduces you to wabi sabi, a captivating concept from Japanese aesthetics that offers a whole new way of looking at the world.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    HarperCollins

    Not specified
  • Empty out the negative : make room for more joy, greater confidence, and new levels of influence

    Creator

    Osteen, Joel

    Abstract

    It's easy to go through life holding on to things that are weighing you down. Guilt. Resentment. Doubt. Worry. The problem is when you allow these things in, they're taking up space for the good things that should be there. This book will help you disregard the ridiculing voices in your head and instead hear God and his grace. Empty out the negative, and God will fill you with good.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    Hachette Book Group

    Not specified
  • When women pray : 10 women of the Bible who changed the world through prayer

    Creator

    Jakes, T. D.

    Abstract

    In a time when women carry more influence than any other generation, the power of prayer has never been more important to remind us that we do not have to bear our crosses alone. We need prayer to stand guard over our hearts and minds and over the hearts and minds of our families. This book presents a clarion call for women to continue their progressive march of empowerment by dreaming like their daughters and praying like their grandmothers.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    Hachette Book Group

    Not specified
  • Quiet times with God devotional : 365 daily inspirations

    Creator

    Meyer, Joyce

    Abstract

    Life is busy and often uncertain, with constant demands and pressures, but you can live in the full peace of God with this easy-to-understand devotional designed to encourage you each day of the year.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    Hachette Book Group

    Not specified
  • Adventures in opting out : a field guide to leading an intentional life

    Creator

    Flanders, Cait

    Abstract

    Flanders offers a trail map to letting go of stories that are no longer serving you, and creating an intentional life that emphasizes the beauty of the natural world, the importance of gaining new perspectives, the joys of real human connection, and the peace that comes from living in harmony with your own values.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    Hachette Book Group

    Not specified
  • Do it afraid : embracing courage in the face of fear

    Creator

    Meyer, Joyce

    Abstract

    Fear is the devil's favorite tool he uses to destroy God's plan for you. Joyce Meyer explains that fear is everywhere and affects everyone. It rules many people, but it doesn't have to rule you any longer.

    Audience
    Adult**
    Publisher (Source)

    [New York]

    Hachette Book Group

    Not specified