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Adult children of dysfunctional families Mental health Christian life Dysfunctional families Psychological aspects Emotional maturity Families Religious aspects Christianity Motherhood Religious aspects Christianity Psychology Self-actualization (Psychology) Religious aspects Christianity Thought and thinking Time management Religious aspects ChristianityJakes, T. D.
Summary: "For most of our lives, we are encouraged to trudge along the well-worn paths of those who have come before us. We learn the rules-- in our families, in our schools, in our workplaces, in our churches-- and most of the messages we receive tell us that following the rules will allow us to arrive at the lives we desire. But when change becomes not only desirable but also urgently necessary, this...
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Publisher / Publication Date: FaithWords 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.4 JAKBecker, Joshua
Summary: "Discover how to overcome eight common distractions to build a meaningful, no-regrets life in this practical guide from the bestselling author of The More of Less and The Minimalist Home"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: WaterBrook 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 261 BECLeaf, Caroline
Summary: Our thought lives have incredible power over our mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. In fact, our thoughts can either limit us to what we believe we can do or release us to experience abilities well beyond our expectations. When we choose a mindset that extends our abilities rather than placing limits on ourselves, we will experience greater intellectual satisfaction, emotional...
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Publisher / Publication Date: BakerBooks, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 LEAMorrow, Emily
Summary: "Find your Inner Crunchy without becoming that person with this helpful guide from social media star Really Very Crunchy. Are you tired of being bombarded by toxins at every turn? Do you want a more natural, "crunchy" approach to the world (with or without the beige aesthetic)? Well, grab your kombucha and join Emily Morrow on a journey to a more wholesome existence with Really Very Crunchy: A...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Zondervan Books 2024
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Summary: "Home. It is an elegant word, at once both simple and far-reaching. Home is a place to live in and feel comfortable, but it is much more than that. Home is where we are nurtured, where we live, and where we love. The language of Home is universal. It is where we find the eternal in the everyday. But the Home has been neglected. To millions of women today, there is nothing worse than being a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: TAN Books 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.8 GRETodd, Michael
Summary: Underneath our designer clothes, makeup, jewelry, and photo filters are cracks left by abuse, mistakes, rejection, and disappointment. Bestselling author and pastor Michael Todd reveals his own damage: the hits he's experienced from trauma, dumb choices, and lingering struggles passed down through generations. Using candid stories, engaging illustrations, and biblical wisdom, he encourages...
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Publisher / Publication Date: WaterBrook 2023
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Summary: "A guilt-free guide that strips away the myths you've believed about motherhood and offers you a new way to think--about your kids, yourself, and being the mom you've always wanted to be. A recent Barna study stated that 80 percent of mothers are stressed out, 70 percent are tired, and 56 percent are overcommitted. This book is for them: every mom who feels overwhelmed, worried, stressed,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Zondervan 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.8 WORRoe, Gary
Summary: "Unthinkable. Unbelievable. Heartbreaking. Whatever words we choose, they all fall far short of the reality. The loss of a child is a terrible thing. How do we survive this? Can we? Shattered: Surviving the Loss of a Child was written to help."--Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Self-help Grief RoeGoff, Bob
Summary: Through his pithy and inspiring storytelling that has endeared him to millions, New York Times bestselling author Bob Goff reassures readers that they can harness today's distractions, follow Jesus' example, and find focus, purpose, and joy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nelson Books, an imprint of Thomas Nelson 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.4 GOFTerKeurst, Lysa
Summary: "Number-one New York Times bestselling author Lysa TerKeurst helps readers stop the dysfunction of unhealthy relationships by showing them biblical ways to set boundaries--and, when necessary, say goodbye--without losing the best of who they are"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Nelson 2022
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Summary: "Thought leader, racial justice educator, and sought-after spiritual activist Rachel Ricketts offers mindful and practical steps for all humans to dismantle white supremacy on a personal and collective level. Includes culturally informed, secular spiritual exercises, such as guided meditations, transformative breathwork, and journaling prompts"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atria Books 2021
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Summary: A Podcast host, spiritual director and best-selling author offers guidance to help readers recognize when to leave situations that are no longer useful, including how to navigate endings without closure and differentiate between peace and discomfort avoidance.
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Publisher / Publication Date: HarperOne, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2024
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Summary: "We live in soul-scorching times. The mad pace of life, the number of demands on our time and energy, and the overwhelming torrent of information coming at us 24-7 have left us ragged, wrung-out, and emptied. By practicing a few wonder­fully simple practices--or what John Eldredge calls "graces"--you can begin to recover your soul, disentangle from the tragedies of this broken world, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nelson Books 2020
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 248.86 ELDPaine, Crystal
Summary: "New York Times bestselling author and business owner shares her proven time-saving habits and productivity hacks in ten areas of life to invite order, maximize your potential, and have breathing room to invest in what matters most"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 650.1 PAIDeal, Ron L.
Summary: "If you are considering remarriage and want to do everything you can to ensure a happy and fulfilling union, Preparing to Blend from blended-family expert Ron L. Deal offers premarital counsel about how to prepare to blend family relationships, parenting, finances, rituals, and daily routines so that you can build a strong life together"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2021
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Summary: "The New York Times bestselling author of Chase the Lion offers seven powerful habits for success that help you tackle the present in order to reach your God-sized goals"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Self-help BattersonRaynor, Jordan
Summary: "Manage your time the way Jesus managed his with a biblical antidote to swamped to-do lists and hurried schedules"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: WaterBrook 2021
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Summary: "We're trying to "get it together" in areas we have no control over. We keep trying, but we'll never move the needle to a better future because it has nothing to do with us or anything we can do. You don't always have to give in to what the world, your family, or your own self declares is the way things are "supposed" to be. God desires goodness and joy for us. God, Jesus, and the Spirit went...
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Publisher / Publication Date: W Publishing Group, an imprint of Thomas Nelson 2024
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Summary: "Forgiving anyone in a meaningful way is one of the hardest things a person has to do. If you do not, resentment and vengeance begin to consume you. It is nearly impossible to move past transgression without forgiveness, but few people have the resources and the tools to forgive others fully and move on with their lives. Forgiveness is an essential skill, a moral imperative, and a religious...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking 2022
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Summary: "Showcasing the confidence she's gathered from her own life journey, Kim Gravel--beloved QVC star and creator of Belle by Kim Gravel and Belle Beauty--invites you to look at yourself with a fresh new lens, encouraging you to start where you are and become the person you were meant to be"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thomas Nelson 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158.1 GRAGrace, Annie
Summary: Aims to help alcoholics change their relationship with drinking, showing the psychological and cultural aspects of alcoholism.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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Summary: "We spend so much time in pursuit of happiness-trying to purchase it, experience it, meditate our way towards it-but happiness is elusive and doesn't last. According to the teachings of the Buddha, this is not a problem! As Cuong Lu writes, "suffering is not a problem to be solved. It is a truth to be recognized." Happiness is Overrated invites us to look deeply at the truths in our lives-not...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shambhala 2023
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Summary: Our toxic thoughts, depression and anxiety are frequently aggravated by our chaotic world, and they are sustained by an inability to manage our thought life. The author provides a 5-step, 63-day plan, the Neurocycle, to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 616.89 LEAGibson, Lindsay C.
Summary: If you grew up with an emotionally immature, unavailable, or selfish parent, you may have lingering feelings of anger, loneliness, betrayal, or abandonment. You may recall your childhood as a time when your emotional needs were not met, when your feelings were dismissed, or when you took on adult levels of responsibility in an effort to compensate for your parent's behavior. These wounds can be...
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Publisher / Publication Date: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. 2015