Books like 'Guardians of Being'
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You Get What You Get by Julie Gassman
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsMelvin throws fit after fit when he doesn't get what he wants. He must learn how to deal with disappointment. After all, you get what you get and you don't throw a fit... -
The Berenstain Bears and the Forgiving Tree by Jan Berenstain, Mike Berenstain
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTeaching children about forgiveness and compassion can be challenging. In this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books, young readers will identify what behaviors are frustrating or hurtful. Children will learn the importance of controlling their emotions and the process of forgiveness... -
Moody Cow Meditates by Kerry Lee MacLean
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDo you want to help the children in your life discover stillness, calm, confidence, and resilience?Children can develop greater joy and concentration through the practices of mindfulness and meditation, and Moody Cow Meditates is the perfect way to introduce them. This vibrant and funny children's book is a playful way to introduce children to the power of meditation...Categorized as:
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Secrets of Jewish Wealth Revealed! by Celso Cukierkorn, Samantha Scott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSecrets of Jewish Wealth Revealed! A roadmap to financial prosperity, was written to assist anyone who wishes to prosper and live the American dream. Blending humor, personal anecdotes, proverbial wisdom, and biblical references, Secrets of Jewish Wealth Revealed! is a readable guide towards achieving prosperity throughout life's various stages... -
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Don't Forget Dexter! by Lindsay Ward
Rated: 4.07 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIntroducing Dexter T. Rexter, the toughest, coolest dinosaur ever. At least he likes to think so.When his best friend, Jack, leaves him behind at the doctor’s office, Dexter T. Rexter panics. First he tries to find Jack. Then he sings their special song. Then he sings their special song even louder. But when Jack still doesn’t appear, Dexter starts to wonder... -
I'm a Shark by Bob Shea
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsShark's not afraid of anything. The dark? Nah.A big mean bear? Don't make him laugh!But there is one thing that even Shark fears. . . -
Soaked! by Abi Cushman
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Hula-Hooping moose, a badger with a bumblebee umbrella, a rabbit in a cashmere sweater, and a very wet bear star in this unpredictable and laugh-out-loud picture book in which having fun gets the best of a grumpy bear.It looks like a wet and dreary day for Bear and his trio of friends. How could he possibly have fun when he is soaked? But Badger, Rabbit, and Moose don't seem to mind... -
Hug? by Charlene Chua
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHow many hugs is too many? This girl's had enough! This humorous picture book explores compassion and the importance of setting boundaries. After coughing up a hairball, a girl's cat doesn't feel well. So the girl offers to give her cat a hug, which makes the cat --- and the girl --- feel better. A dog notices and asks for a hug, too. Then some ducks come along asking for hugs. And a skunk . . -
Amma Odiloki Payanam by Radhanath Swami
Rated: 4.61 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsAutobiography of a American Swami- Radhanath SwamiMystic yogis, gurus and an epic quest through spiritual...Categorized as:
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Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg
Rated: 4.53 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsA spill. A smear. A smudge. A tear. When you think you have made a mistake, think of it as an opportunity to make something beautiful!A life lesson that all parents want their children to learn: It’s OK to make a mistake. In fact, hooray for mistakes! A mistake is an adventure in creativity, a portal of discovery. A spill doesn’t ruin a drawing—not when it becomes the shape of a goofy animal...Categorized as:
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Facing Your Giants: God Still Does the Impossible by Max Lucado
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsYou know your Goliath. You recognize his walk, the thunder of his voice.He taunts you with bills you can't pay, people you can't please, habits you can't break, failures you can't forget, and a future you can't face. But just like David, you can face your giant, even if you aren't the strongest, the smartest, the best equipped, of the holiest.David...Categorized as:
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Blessed Are the Misfits: Great News for Believers who are Introverts, Spiritual Strugglers, or Just Feel Like They're Missing Something by Brant Hansen
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWarning: If modern church culture makes perfect sense to you, and you always fit in seamlessly, don’t read this. As for the rest of us… While American church culture (and American culture at large) seems largely designed for the extroverted, it’s estimated that half of the American population is introverted, and they’re often left wondering how, even if, they fit in the kingdom of God...Categorized as:
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The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh by Thich Nhat Hanh
Rated: 4.57 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA pocket-sized treasury of writings and teachings from the beloved Zen teacher Thich Nhat HanhSince Thich Nhat Hanh’s exile from his native Vietnam in 1966, the Zen Buddhist monk has gone on to become one of the most influential and beloved spiritual masters of our age...Categorized as:
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New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional (Gift Edition) by Paul David Tripp
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsMornings can be tough. Sometimes, a hearty breakfast and strong cup of coffee just aren't enough. Offering far more than a rush of caffeine, best-selling author Paul David Tripp aims to energize Christian readers with the most potent encouragement imaginable: the gospel. Each of the 366 devotional readings leads off with a compelling, gospel-centered thought, followed by an extended meditation... -
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No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Buddhist Teachings by Noah Rasheta
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsPresented in a practical Q&A format, No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners is the most clear-cut introductory guide to understanding the essential concepts of Buddhism and how they relate to your daily life...Categorized as:
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Courage to Change by Al-Anon Family Groups
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe daily meditations, reminders, and prayers from Courage to Change help families encourage their recovering alcoholic loved ones and point to Al-Anon's impact as a vital part of recovery... -
Reclaim Your Heart: Personal Insights on Breaking Free from Life's Shackles by Yasmin Mogahed
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsMany of us live our lives entrapped by the same repeated patterns of heartbreak and disappointment. Often, we have no idea why this happens. Reclam Your Heart is about freeing the heart from this slavery. It is about the journey in and out of life's most deceptive traps...Categorized as:
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Bodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of Suffering by Pema Chödrön
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA bodhisattva is one who seeks liberation from suffering not only for themselves, but for all beings...Categorized as:
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Parenting: Getting It Right by Andy Stanley, Sandra Stanley
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAm I getting parenting right? Most parents, at any and every stage, find themselves asking this question.Whether you're sleep deprived with a colicky newborn or navigating the emotional roller coaster of a teenager, parenting has its ups and downs, its confusion and clarity, its big blowups and small victories... -
Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jon Acuff
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsOverthinking isn't a personality trait. It's the sneakiest form of fear.It steals time, creativity, and goals. It's the most expensive, least productive thing companies invest in without even knowing it. And it's an epidemic. When New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff changed his life by transforming his overthinking, he wondered if other people might benefit from what he discovered...Categorized as:
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Awakening Loving-Kindness by Pema Chödrön
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThis new, redesigned edition of Awakening Loving-Kindness shares inspiration and encouragement for cultivating kindness--by embracing the joy, suffering, confusion, and brilliance of our everyday lives... -
The Essential Alan Watts by Alan W. Watts, Mark Watts
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings"For more than twenty years [circa 1977] Alan Watts earned a reputation as one of the foremost interpreters of Eastern philosophies to the West. Beginning at the age of 20, when he wrote The Spirit of Zen, he developed an audience of millions who were enriched by his book, tape recordings, radio, television, and public lectures.Just before his death he completed the project most dear to his heart...Categorized as:
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The Wisdom of Sundays: Life-Changing Insights from Super Soul Conversations by Oprah Winfrey
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsOprah Winfrey says Super Soul Sunday is the television show she was born to do. “I see it as an offering,” she explains. “If you want to be more fully present and live your life with a wide-open heart, this is the place to come to...Categorized as:
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The Language of Letting Go: Daily Meditations on Codependency by Melody Beattie
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsWritten for those of us who struggle with codependency, these daily meditations offer growth and renewal, and remind us that the best thing we can do is take responsibility for our own self-care.Melody Beattie integrates her own life experiences and fundamental recovery reflections in this unique daily meditation book written especially for those of us who struggle with the issue of codependency... -
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Teachings on Love by Thich Nhat Hanh
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWeaving together traditional stories, personal experiences, and a deep understanding of the Buddha's way of mindful living, Thich Nhat Hanh provides step-by-step practices that foster understanding and intimacy in any relationship and extend our love even to those that cause us pain...Categorized as:
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The Book of Qualities by J. Ruth Gendler
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFrom Beauty to Compassion, from Pleasure to Terror, from Resignation to Joy -- here is an insightful exploration of the rich diversity of human qualities. J. Ruth Gendler's evocative book has as its cast of familiar characters our own emotions, brought to life with a poet's wisdom and an artist's perceptive eye...Categorized as:
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ADHD is Awesome: A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD by Penn Holderness, Kim Holderness
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsHi, friend! Welcome to the ADHD club.You're here because, like me, you've been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder—which, by the way, just might be the worst name for a condition ever—and you're trying to figure out how to make your life a little more manageable... -
No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering by Thich Nhat Hanh
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThe secret to happiness is to acknowledge and transform suffering, not to run away from it. Here, Thich Nhat Hanh offers practices and inspiration transforming suffering and finding true joy.Thich Nhat Hanh acknowledges that because suffering can feel so bad, we try to run away from it or cover it up by consuming. We find something to eat or turn on the television...Categorized as:
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You Can You Will: 8 Undeniable Qualities of a Winner by Joel Osteen
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsIn 8 UNDENIABLE QUALITIES OF A WINNER, Joel Osteen focuses on the irrefutable traits and attributes of highly successful people. These personal qualities are tested through the ages and all types of circumstances. These practical principles guide the lives of champions. The eight qualities are:Create bold visions - Dare to dream big dreams.Run your own race - Focus on your unique course and goals...Categorized as:
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Crazy Faith: It's Only Crazy Until It Happens by Michael Todd
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of Relationship Goals and pastor of Transformation Church is back with a new, robust, life-changing message for readers. Michael Todd is the lead pastor of Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and author of Relationship Goals, a candid, inspiring guide to finding lasting love by getting real about your relationships...
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