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XOXY : a memoir / by Zieselman, Kimberly M.,1966-author.;
Meet Kimberly, a regular suburban housewife and mother, whose discovery later in life that she was born intersex fuelled her to become an international human rights defender and globally-recognised activist. Charting her intersex discovery and her journey to self-acceptance, this book movingly portrays how being intersex impacted Kimberly's personal and family life, as well as her career. From uncovering a secret that was intentionally kept from her, to coming out to her family and friends and fighting for intersex rights, her candid and empowering story helps breakdown barriers and misconceptions of intersex people and brings to light the trauma and harmful impact medical intervention continues to have on the intersex community. Written from a non-queer perspective, and filled with much-needed, straightforward information and advice about what it means to be intersex, this is a vital and timely resource for intersex people and their families, as well as the general reader.
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Zieselman, Kimberly M., 1966-; Intersex people; Intersex people; Intersexuality.;
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Sleep drink breathe : simple daily habits for profound long-term health / by Breus, Michael,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Sleeping, drinking, and breathing are fundamental to life--but we're not doing them as well as we could be. Millions of people are suffering from the effects of poor sleep, hydration, and oxygenation--burnout, reduced immunity, cognitive issues and so much more. If we're not sleeping, drinking, and breathing optimally, we can't reach whole body balance--and we stray farther and farther from our wellness goals. In Sleep Drink Breathe, Dr. Breus reveals that these three simple behaviors have the largest impact on our health. By fixing our poor sleeping, drinking, and breathing habits, we can immediately improve our health, lower our risk of disease, decrease stress hormones, and access new clarity and energy. Rooted in the latest science on these biobehaviors, Dr. Breus offers a revolutionary and accessible program full of tools and techniques to optimize these crucial functions. Featuring real patient stories and groundbreaking research, Sleep Drink Breathe will help you reach better body and mind health-immediately and for life"--
Subjects: Health.; Hydration.; Respiration.; Self-care, Health.; Sleep.;
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The Italians / by Hooper, John,1950-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.How can a nation that spawned the Renaissance have produced the Mafia? How could people concerned with bella figura (keeping up appearances) have elected Silvio Berlusconi as their leader, not once, but three times? Sublime and maddening, fascinating yet baffling, Italy is a country of seemingly unsolvable riddles. John Hooper's entertaining and perceptive new book is the ideal companion for anyone seeking to understand contemporary Italy and the unique character of the Italians. Digging deep into their history, culture, and religion, Hooper offers keys to understanding everything from their bewildering politics to their love of life and beauty. Looking at the facts that lie behind the stereotypes, he sheds new light on many aspects of Italian life-- football and Freemasonry, sex, symbolism, and the reason why Italian has twelve words for a coat hanger, yet none for a hangover. Even readers who think they know Italy well will be surprised, challenged, and delighted by The Italians.
Subjects: Italians;
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Over work : transforming the daily grind in the quest for a better life / by Schulte, Brigid,1962-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."From the author of Overwhelmed, a deeply reported exploration of why American work isn't working and how our lives can be made more meaningful. Following Overwhelmed, Brigid Schulte's groundbreaking examination of time management and stress, the prize-winning journalist now turns her attention to the greatest culprit in America's quality-of-life crisis: the way our economy and culture conceive of work. Americans across all demographics, industries, and socioeconomic levels report exhaustion, burnout, and the wish for more meaningful lives. This full-system failure in our structure of work affects everything from gender inequality to domestic stability, and it even shortens our lifespans. Drawing on years of research, Schulte traces the arc of our discontent, from a time before the 1980s, when work was compatible with well-being and allowed a single earner to support a family, until today, with millions of people working multiple hourly jobs or in white-collar positions where no hours are ever off-duty. She casts a wide net in search of solutions, exploring the movement to institute a four-day workweek, introducing Japan's Housewives Brigade -- which demands legal protection for family time -- and embedding with CEOs who are making the business case for humane conditions. And she demonstrates the power of a collective and creative demand for change, showing that work can be organized in an infinite number of ways that are good for humans and for business. Fiercely argued and vividly told, rich with stories and informed by deep investigation, Over Work lays out a clear vision for ending our punishing grind and reclaiming leisure, joy, and meaning"--
Subjects: Quality of life.; Work-life balance.;
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Simple machine sewing : a beginner's guide to making home accessories, bags, clothes, and more / by Pressley, Angela,author.;
As well as being an invaluable skill and a relaxing hobby, machine sewing is a great way of being kind to the planet by upcycling scraps of fabric. Here, expert sewing teacher Angela Pressley shows you how to make 30 stunning homewares, accessories, and garments, each of which will help you to practice different techniques. Learn how to sew curves, add pockets, and work with lightweight fabrics as you make bag designs such as a jewelry pouch, a reversible tote, and a foldaway shopper. Next, master topstitching, quilting, and patchwork so that you can create homewares including a pouffe, bowl cozies, and plant-pot covers. Finally, there's a chapter of clothes and accessories such as a top, a cross-back apron, and a bucket hat, where you'll learn how to sew a double hem, add a lining, and draft a paper pattern. You'll also find a guide to all the tools and equipment you will need, as well as step-by-step tutorials that guide you through the machine-sewing techniques.
Subjects: Patterns (Instructional works); Machine sewing.; Patchwork; Textile crafts.; Machine sewing; Sewing;
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Get the f*ck out your own way : a guide to letting go of the sh*t that's holding you back / by Harris, M J(Lifystyle and business influencer),author.;
"It ain't easy being grown-this life shit is hard. Hugely popular social media personality MJ Harris is the go-to person for over four million viewers across YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram, for hilarious, straightforward, raw advice about everything you need to know about getting your sh*t together in life-whether it's fixing your relationships, situationships, money or frenemies, MJ offers sage advice about how to get out of your own way. This book is a guide to getting rid of the emotional trash and trauma you've been sitting on for years. No one ever taught you how to properly handle the hurt and anger you've experienced in your past, so bet your ass Get The F*ck Out Your Own Way will. To change your life, what's gotta change is your mindset. If any of this sounds like you, this book is for you! Your relationships (or lack thereof) aren't fulfilling; You're alive but living an unfulfilled life; Your work life is in a rut and you can't find your way out of it; Your money just isn't where you want it to be; The toxic people in your family think you're somehow their permanent emotional punching bag; You're a "people pleaser" that has not yet learned how to effectively say no. MJ Harris tells it like it is in a book of no holds barred principles that will help you disrupt cycles of trauma and transform into a pillar of emotional wholeness. From boundary setting with family to fairness in romantic partnerships, MJ makes it abundantly clear that when your inner life flourishes, your outer well-being flows. Get The F*ck Out Your Own Way is the confidence booster you need to make better decisions and to set you on the right path for a satisfying, happy life once and for all"--
Subjects: Goal (Psychology); Self-actualization (Psychology); Self-realization.;
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The house in the cerulean sea / by Klune, TJ,author.;
"A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret. Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. As a Case Worker at the Department in Charge Of Magical Youth, he spends his days overseeing the well-being of children in government-sanctioned orphanages. When Linus is unexpectedly summoned by Extremely Upper Management he's given a curious and highly classified assignment: travel to Marsyas Island Orphanage, where six dangerous children reside: a gnome, a sprite, a wyvern, an unidentifiable green blob, a were-Pomeranian, and the Antichrist. Linus must set aside his fears and determine whether or not they're likely to bring about the end of days. But the children aren't the only secret the island keeps. Their caretaker is the charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, who will do anything to keep his wards safe. As Arthur and Linus grow closer, long-held secrets are exposed, and Linus must make a choice: destroy a home or watch the world burn. An enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place-and realizing that family is yours"--
Subjects: Fantasy fiction.; Paranormal fiction.; Magic; Orphanages; Families; Animals, Mythical; Armageddon;
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The purest bond : understanding the human-canine connection / by Golbeck, Jennifer,author.; Colino, Stacey,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Dogs have been considered people's best friend for thousands of years, but never has the relationship between humans and their canine companions been as vitally important as it is today. With all of the seismic shifts in today's world, rates of anxiety and depression have been skyrocketing, and people have been turning to their dogs for solace and stability. Amidst these dire realities, something wonderful has taken shape. In the United States alone, dog adoptions doubled during the COVID-19 pandemic. As people have brought furry friends into their lives for the first time or seized this opportunity to deepen the connections they already have, they are looking to understand how owning a dog can change their lives. Now, The Purest Bond explores the benefits our dogs can have on our physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being, often without our realizing it. Weaving together groundbreaking research and touching real-life stories, The Purest Bond explores not just the social benefits of owning a dog but the science of how dogs improve our emotional and physical health, mental acuity, and our ability to focus and absorb information. Most importantly, they remind us of what's right in the world--love, trust, affection, playtime, fresh air, and sunshine--even when so much feels wrong"--
Subjects: Dog owners; Dogs.; Human-animal relationships.;
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Escape / by Patterson, James,1947-author.; Ellis, David,1967-author.;
"Chicago's #1 detective, Billy Harney, takes on a billionaire crime boss in this follow-on to James Patterson's highly acclaimed, multi-million selling Black Book. As Chicago's special-ops leader Detective Billy Harney knows well, money is not the only valuable currency. The billionaire he's investigating is down to his last twenty million. But he's also being held in jail. For now"--
Subjects: Thrillers (Fiction); Novels.; Escaped prisoners; Kidnapping; Murder; Police;
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World on fire. [videorecording] / by Bennette, Rachel,screenwriter.; Biedunkiewicz, Erik,actor.; Black, Amanda(Producer),television producer.; Bonnar, Mark,actor.; Bowker, Peter,1958-creator,screenwriter.; Brown, Julia(Actress),actor.; Casson, Drew,television director.; Chilton, Grace,actor.; Cokeliss, Barney,television director.; Daley-Ward, Yrsa,actor.; Daniell, Angie,television producer.; Derouand, Eugénie,actor.; Gaur, Meenu,television director.; Götting, Johanna,actor.; Harrison, Blake,1985?-actor.; Hauer-King, Jonah,1995-actor.; Jones, Matt,1968 August 5-screenwriter.; Manville, Lesley,actor.; Mir, Ahad Raza,actor.; Mitchell, Ewan(Actor),actor.; Sawyers, Parker,actor.; Schiweck, Miriam,actor.; Spellman, Ceallach,1995-actor.; Sulkin, Gregg,1992-actor.; Wichłacz, Zofia,actor.; Więcławek, Mateusz,actor.; ITV Studios,production company.; Mammoth Screen (Firm),production company.; PBS Distribution (Firm),publisher.;
Erik Biedunkiewicz, Mark Bonnar, Julia Brown, Grace Chilton, Yrsa Daley-Ward, Eugénie Derouand, Johanna Götting, Blake Harrison, Jonah Hauer-King, Ewan Mitchell, Ahad Raza Mir, Parker Sawyers, Miriam Schiweck, Cel Spellman, Gregg Sulkin, Zofia Wichłacz, Mateusz Więcławek, Lesley Manville.Originally broadcast as single episodes of a television program in 2023."October, 1940. Manchester, England. As valiant Jewish RAF pilot David defends the skies against the Luftwaffe, Harry and Kasia finally arrive home. How will Robina cope with another refugee under roof? When yet another house guest arrives -- Sir James, a civil servant on official business -- he looks set to beguile his host, but will Kasia be charmed as well? Meanwhile, in Berlin, teenager Marga is selected to mother a baby for the Führer, but can her best friend Gertha convince her to reconsider? In North Africa, Stan has found a new enemy in brutal desert conditions while meticulous Officer Rajib leads a team of Indian Sappers in the gravely dangerous task of clearing minefields. And in Paris, Henriette oversees the Resistance escape route" --Container.14A.Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; 5.1 surround.
Subjects: Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Fiction television programs.; Television programs.; Historical television programs.; War television programs.; World War, 1939-1945; World War, 1939-1945; World War, 1939-1945;
For private home use only.
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