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Engage with the debate about texting and social media.

Texting: do you love it or hate it? The advent of social media and instant digital communication has always incited strong feelings. Whether it’s led by people who feel that text abbreviations are corrupting the English language or those who feel that the world is moving too quickly, texting has always had its detractors. But Txtng (2008) stands as a staunch supporter of digital communication as David Crystal outlines the reasons why texting is an improvement, not a detraction, to the English language and society as a whole.

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Written for anyone who’s ever experienced intrusive thoughts or anxiety, neuroscientists Jeffrey M. Schwartz and Rebecca Gladding challenge the neural wiring that creates these thoughts in an effort to equip readers for fighting them.

By providing readers with a toolkit called the Four Step Method, Schwartz and Gladding teach us to free ourselves from toxic thought patterns by simply relabeling, reframing, refocusing, and revaluing our thoughts. Exploring therapeutic techniques and neural concepts such as self-directing neuroplasticity with accessibility and ease, You Are Not Your Brain invites readers to disengage from negative self-talk and remember that the lies produced by our brains do not define our self-worth.

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Discover your Authentic Leadership.

How do you become an authentic leader? How is it that some people are born natural leaders while others struggle to make the right decisions? Well, Bill George interviewed 125 great leaders and learned that they all share one thing in common: they make the right decisions based on what’s important to them. This might seem vague, so let’s explain. Each leader follows their True North or their internal compass. Your True North represents who you are as a human being, it is the fixed point that helps you stay on track as a leader. It is based on your values, your passions, and your motivations. When you follow your True North, your leadership will be authentic, and people will naturally want to associate with you and follow you. So whenever you feel overwhelmed and as if the world is spinning uncontrollably around you, following your True North can put you back on track. As you read, you’ll learn how to become self-aware, how to set your leadership and ethical boundaries, and whether or not you fall into one of the five archetypal leaders.

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Learn about the life and work of America’s underrated genius.

Richard Feynman might not be a household name, but he’s still a name you need to know! Genius (2011) explores Feynman’s life and contributions to the field of theoretical physics.

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An informational guide to the history of the idealized perfect self and the rise of a narcissistic generation obsessed with selfies and personal brands.

What’s your idea of your perfect self? Well, our culture believes it’s someone slim, prosperous, happy, extroverted, and popular. Just take a look at your Instagram feed and you’ll find a large portion of successful influencers portraying themselves in this way. Even more, you can become this person yourself, the world is limitless and you are the source of your own success. However, this model can be incredibly dangerous to our self-esteem and our society as we see an increase in depression and suicide. But where did this modern ideal come from? Who invented this idea of the perfect self? Will Storr explores where this idea came from and transports us from the times of Ancient Greece to the self-esteem evangelists of the 1980s, to finally the rise of the selfie generation where he explores the increase of narcissism and individualism in today’s youth and young adults.

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Learn how to build a strong online ad strategy by maximizing Google Ads and creating a website that turns leads into conversions.

Do you own a local business? Perhaps you own a boutique, a local repair shop, or a small café. If so, how do you bring business through your door? You likely do everything you can to get the word out about your company, including handing out business cards, working with other local businesses, utilizing the power of social media, and definitely building a website. You know the potential that online advertising can bring, you use Google to answer just about every question that you have, right? So how can you ensure that your business pops up when someone searches for a particular service? Well, throughout this summary, you’ll learn how to get your business in the top search results on Google as well as how to get more customers into your shop. You will learn the proven strategies that work in turning your online presence into strong lead conversions. Through the Ultimate Guide to Local Business Marketing, you’ll learn the difference between SEO and PPC, why landing pages are so important, and how to maximize your online ad strategy.

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Discover Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World

In today’s modern world, people are feeling the pressure to excel and specialize in a certain area. Constantly, people hear about the importance of choosing a niche and becoming an expert in that area. However, sportswriter David Epstein uses research and real-life stories to argue that businesses today need generalists, not specialists. So what’s a generalist? A generalist is a person who has experience in many different areas, someone who took a bit longer to find out what they are good at and what they enjoy. These people are often more creative and can make connections across different fields that specialists often miss. As a result, generalists are more powerful and innovative, allowing them to become better problem solvers and forecasters. So instead of trying to specialize early in your career, it’s best to explore different interests and become knowledgeable in many areas. As you read, you’ll learn the myth of getting ahead early and why those who discover their skills later in life have an advantage.

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Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat colors outside the lines of the traditional cookbook by asking you to challenge everything you know about cooking through a guide that’s part culinary interrogation and part cookbook.

If you’ve ever wondered about the “why” behind the science of good cooking, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat is the cookbook for you! Perfect for those who would rather theorize about cooking than actual cook, Samin Nosrat transcends the traditional practice of simply providing you with recipes. Instead, this study breaks down the critical principles behind each of the four titular ingredients and offers an accessible explanation of why they’re vital to every culinary process.

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Learn how to use advanced learning strategies to learn faster, remember more and be more productive.

How often do you find yourself trying to remember something you think you should know? You’ve met that person before, but why can’t you remember her name? Maybe you struggle to remember birthdays and other important dates, did you forget your wedding anniversary again this year? It happens to the best of us, luckily, there’s a way to never forget anything ever again. Unlimited Memory offers several methods to help you remember information quickly and effectively. These methods will be nothing like you ever learned in school, but they’ll teach you how to use your imagination and have fun while learning! So if you’re tired of forgetting where you put your keys, then keep reading to find out how to master your memory and put an end to forgetfulness.

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Social Intelligence is a critical study of the emotional intelligence which enriches our lives but is unable to be measured by more traditional forms like an IQ test. Unpacking both the neurological logistics and practical application of social intelligence in our daily lives, this study examines the positive impact of developing our ability to read social cues and understand ourselves in relation to others. Arguing that social intelligence is every bit as vital as intellectual prowess (if not more so), Social Intelligence explores the impact of kindness, thoughtfulness, and self-awareness on our social, psychological, and physical welfare.

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