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Sisters in Law. by Ayisi, Florence,film director.; Longinotto, Kim,film director.; Royal Anthropological Institute (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Royal Anthropological Institute in 2005.Six year old Manka has run away from home, fleeing her abusive aunt. Sonita has daringly accused her neighbor of rape. Amina has decided to end her brutal marriage by taking her husband to court. Set in Kumba, a small town in Southwest Cameroon, SISTERS IN LAW follows the work of the female State Counsel and Court President as they try to help women to change their lives. Incredibly moving and at times disturbing, Kim Longinotto’s latest film spectacularly encompasses courage, hope, and the possibility of change. Longinotto is known for her insightful, compassionate studies of women’s lives, and the pull between tradition and change.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Criminal law.; Social sciences.; African studies.; Foreign study.; Human rights.; Sociology.; Gender identity.; Documentary films.; Women's studies.; Current affairs.; Women--Africa.; Africa.; Abuse.; Rape.; Lawyers.;
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The grieving body : how the stress of loss can be an opportunity for healing / by O'Connor, Mary-Frances,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Coping with death and grief is one of the most painful human experiences. While we can speak to the psychological and emotional ramifications of loss and sorrow, we often overlook its impact on our physical bodies. Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor specializes in the study of grief, and in The Grieving Body she shares vital scientific research, revealing new insights on its profound physiological impact. As she did in The Grieving Brain, O'Connor combines studies and personal stories to explore the toll loss takes on our cardiovascular, endocrine, and immune systems and the larger implications for our long-term well-being"-- Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Bereavement; Grief; Loss (Psychology);
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Bibliotherapy : the healing power of reading / by Shah, Bijal,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.In this guide to healing, bibliotherapist and counsellor Bijal Shah explores the restorative power of reading. Bibliotherapy traces the history of how therapeutic reading evolved -and the important role played by great writers such as the Stoics, Montaigne, Eliot and Wordsworth. In doing so, Bijal offers first-hand stories from clients who have found solace in great works of literature when struggling with grief, relationships and illness. Full of practical advice and insights into how bibliotherapy really works, Bijal offers an A to Z reading list of books for every mood and need. This is a celebration of reading that invites you to see books as more than just an escape, but a legitimate form of self-care.
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Bibliotherapy.; Books and reading;
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The center seat [videorecording] : 55 years of Star trek / by McFadden, Gates,on-screen participant.; Nichols, Nichelle,on-screen participant.; Nimoy, Leonard,on-screen participant.; Spiner, Brent,on-screen participant.; Wheaton, Wil,on-screen participant.; Mill Creek Entertainment,distributor.;
Gates McFadden, Brent Spiner, Wil Wheaton, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, Ronald D. Moore, Nicholas Meyer, Rick Berman, Denise Crosby, John de Lancie, Nana Visitor, Kate Mulgrew, Robert Picardo, Christopher Lloyd, Leonard Nimoy.This multi-episode documentary series takes viewers on the definitive in-depth journey behind the scenes of one of the greatest landmark franchises of all time: Star Trek. Celebrating the show's 55th anniversary, each episode focuses on a different chapter in the groundbreaking program's history. Interviews with the cast, crew, and experts including one of Leonard Nimoy's final in-depth Trek interviews reveal never-before-heard backstage stories and offer fresh insights. The Center Seat details how Star Trek began, where it's been, and how it's boldly going where no television series has gone before!E.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital.
Subjects: Documentary television programs.; Historical television programs.; Nonfiction television programs.; Television mini-series.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Science fiction television programs; Science fiction television programs; Star Trek fans.; Star Trek films; Star Trek films; Star Trek films; Star Trek television programs; Star Trek television programs; Star Trek television programs;
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Capital in the Twenty-First Century [videorecording] / by Fukuyama, Francis,on-screen participant.; Pemberton, Justin,film director.; Piketty, Thomas,on-screen participant.; Stiglitz, Joseph,on-screen participant.; Kino Lorber (Firm),film distributor.;
Francis Fukuyama, Joseph Stiglitz, Thomas Piketty.Originally produced by Kino Lorber in 2020.Based on the international bestseller by rock-star economist Thomas Piketty (which sold over three million copies worldwide and landed Piketty on Time's list of most influential people), this captivating documentary is an eye-opening journey through wealth and power, a film that breaks the popular assumption that the accumulation of capital runs hand in hand with social progress, and shines a new light on today's growing inequalities. Traveling through time, the film assembles accessible pop-culture references coupled with interviews of some of the world's most influential experts delivering an insightful and empowering journey through the past and into our future.E.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, 2.0.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Capitalism.; Capital.; Income distribution.; Wealth.; Economic development.;
For private home use only.
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Wildflower / by Barrymore, Drew.;
"Award-winning actress Drew Barrymore shares funny, insightful, and profound stories from her past and present told from the place of happiness she's achieved today. Wildflower is a portrait of Drew's life in stories as she looks back on the adventures, challenges, and incredible experiences of her earlier years. It includes tales of living on her own at 14 (and how laundry may have saved her life), getting stuck in a gas station overhang on a cross country road trip, saying goodbye to her father in a way only he could have understood, and many more adventures and lessons that have led her to the successful, happy, and healthy place she is today. It is the first book Drew has written about her life since the age of 14."--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Barrymore, Drew.; Actors;
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How To Thrive. by Huynh, Duy,film director.; Chris Kamen Productions (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Chris Kamen Productions in 2022.This 2022 documentary follows positive psychotherapist Marie McLeod as she guides seven individuals through a transformative journey toward greater well-being. How to Thrive explores whether happiness can be intentionally cultivated by engaging in practices rooted in positive psychology and neuroscience. As the participants confront personal challenges, they work on building strengths, practicing self-compassion, and fostering deeper connections. Through their stories, the film delves into fundamental questions about happiness and demonstrates the potential for personal growth and change. Offering intimate insights into the science of well-being, How to Thrive reveals how people can learn to create more fulfilling lives.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Psychology.; Instructional films.; Mental health.; Health.; Documentary films.; Emotions.; Psychotherapists.; Self-help techniques.; Psychotherapy.;
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Culture : the story of us, from cave art to K-pop / by Puchner, Martin,1969-author.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 309-336) and index."What good are the arts? Why should we care about the past? For millennia, humanity has sought to understand and transmit to future generations not just the "know-how" of life, but the "know-why"-The meaning and purpose of our existence, as expressed in art, architecture, religion, and philosophy. This crucial passing down of knowledge has required the radical integration of insights from the past and from other cultures. In Culture, acclaimed author, professor, and public intellectual Martin Puchner takes us on a breakneck tour through pivotal moments in world history, providing a global introduction to the arts and humanities in one engaging volume"--
Subjects: Art and society.; Civilization; Culture;
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At home in the world : stories and essential teachings from a monk's life / by Nĥát Hạnh,Thích,author.;
Includes bibliographical references.This collection of autobiographical and teaching stories from peace activist and Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is thought provoking, inspiring, and enjoyable to read. Collected here for the first time, these stories span the author's life. There are stories from Thich Nhat Hanh's childhood and the traditions of rural Vietnam. There are stories from his years as a teenaged novice, as a young teacher and writer in war torn Vietnam, and of his travels around the world to teach mindfulness, make pilgrimages to sacred sites, and influence world leaders. The tradition of teaching the Dharma through stories goes back at least to the time of the Buddha. Like the Buddha, Thich Nhat Hanh uses story-telling to engage people's interest so he can share important teachings, insights, and life lessons.
Subjects: Nĥát Hạnh, Thích.; Peace of mind; Spiritual life;
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The values compass : what 101 countries teach us about purpose, life, and leadership / by Rai, Mandeep,author.;
Every day we make decisions based on what we believe in: values that define the ambitions we set, the choices we make, and the relationships we choose. In The Values Compass, Dr. Mandeep Rai shows how the countries of the world epitomize the power of values, provide an ideal guide to help us understand our own, and teach us important lessons about success. From Moroccan compromise to Armenian survival and American entrepreneurship, The Values Compass shows how we can incorporate the values that animate nations into our own lives--seeing ourselves through the eyes of the world, and shedding new light on the opportunities and challenges that define us. The result is an insightful and readable collection that helps us reflect on the values that matter most, last longest, and have the greatest power to create change.
Subjects: Values.; Conduct of life.;
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