This informative guidebook introduces pet lovers to the concept that physical symptoms are more than just signs of illness—they are messages from the body, revealing the flow of energy and the deep connection to spirit. By focusing on optimizing BEAM (Behavior, Energy, Appetite, and Mood) and enhancing the overall quality of life, this guide encourages a shift away from limiting beliefs about symptoms, diseases, and diagnoses that often hinder happiness and health. Instead, it advocates for a more conscious, heart-centered approach to pet parenting, integrating the power of love as a healing energy.

Path to Pet Wellness is part of the growing movement toward Animal-Centered Treatments (ACT), aiming to restore the spiritual essence to holistic veterinary medicine and empower pet guardians to nurture their animals with deeper awareness and compassion.

We spend roughly a third of our lives in bed, but for millions of us, not all of that time is spent sleeping. We strive for eight hours per night, only to lie awake thanks to stress, our ever-present devices, a new baby, or that 4pm coffee you thought you needed.

As sleep scientist and recovering insomniac Merijn van de Laar shows, we’re hardly the first to experience this. When homo sapiens evolved hundreds of thousands of years ago, when saber-toothed tigers were their biggest nighttime worry, wakefulness served to protect one’s tribe at night. Research shows these episodic sleep patterns even gave our ancestors an evolutionary advantage. We can look to their example for guidance in improving our sleep health, too: how our sleep patterns change as we age, the benefits of communal sleep, the importance of environmental factors such as temperature and light. While our myriad gadgets may distinguish us from early humans, understanding the ways our brains evolved to rest can chart the course toward a better night’s sleep.

Drawing from emerging science, archeological research into our ancestors’ habits, and close observation of contemporary hunter-gatherer cultures, How to Sleep Like a Caveman explains everything from why we sometimes jerk awake at night—likely a remnant of having slept in trees—to why our efforts to “optimize” our sleep schedules might just be a fool’s errand. The result is a surprising, accessible new framework for thinking about sleep—the way we were designed to.

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In this episode, Chris and Luke discuss the intricate art of sales, examining it not just as a business skill, but as a fundamental life ability that everyone implicitly engages in. Through vibrant storytelling and insightful perspectives, they explore how mastering sales can open doors to vast opportunities. Luke shares his expertise through the lens of his “Smooth Selling Framework,” providing listeners with actionable steps to refine their sales techniques, regardless of their level of experience. Additionally, they share anecdotes from real-world experiences in the demanding landscape of door-to-door sales, illustrating the resilience and adaptability required for successful selling.

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‘More Perils of Motorcycling’ is the continued story of my motorcycle travels across Australia, New Zealand, and the United States during the previous decade. Other travels include riding two different BMW 650cc motorcycles in the Northern Territory and the Kimberley region in the tip of Western Australia.

A highlight of my travels was a month-long ride ‘Around Oz 2016’ on my reliable 2011 Harley Davidson Blackline motorcycle. This trip was solely undertaken to raise awareness of the rare disease called ‘Batten disease’. This is a life-limiting neurodegenerative (a type of dementia) genetic disease, which mostly impacts young children. Join me on my motorcycle travels – some off-road, with many adventures in between.

Is there a secret code in the Bible? Do you want the key to that code? Tradition to Truth is a journey through time and tradition. It will teach you how to find the answers many people have about the Bible. This is a story of how one man asked for answers and discovered those answers were not what he expected. If you are willing to challenge your traditions and strengthen your faith, this is for you.

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Most leaders believe in momentum—a phenomenon that’s easy to perceive but difficult to define. Which is why so few have been able to explain how to spark it, sustain it, or steer it to unbridled success.

Until now.

In this groundbreaking book, bestselling author Don Yaeger and leadership expert Bernie Banks uncover what it takes to turn a single moment into unstoppable momentum. Drawing from eight years of research, over 250 interviews, and thousands of survey responses, they reveal a proven model for building momentum across sports, business, politics, and the military.

You’ll learn how to:

Recognize the early spark of momentum and act on it.

Let the seasons take you on a journey of discovery and purpose. Seasons show just how important letting go of the old and receiving with gladness the new. What wisdom will winter pass on to spring? What happens when they meet? The transitions of life can happen suddenly each with its own unique personality, beautiful and painful in its own way.

Silas Toney was born in Sumter, South Carolina. He was not an avid reader as a child. But when he did, he often wondered, what kind of people authors were, and how did they come up with so many words? Many years later, writing and still wondering not only about the number of words but also the weight of a word. He is also a photographer, and spoken-word artist and was awarded a Certifi cate of Artistic Achievement from The Pinacothèque for his participation in the Luxembourg Art Prize 2022. The Luxembourg Art Prize is one of the most prestigious international art contests in the world.

“Pain is beautiful, because it shows us what needs to be healed.” Universal Wisdom

Exploring my maternal pain was both tortuous and exhilarating. I felt every emotion under the sun from shame to fear to anger to pride to love to compassion to enlightenment.

I did a deep dive into my soul’s darkness, also known as my shadow, to heal from my childhood trauma. I unearthed a vast supply of self-love, self-compassion and self-belief. My shamanic gifts were also “hidden” in there. I had no idea what a treasure-trove my shadow actually is.

Inside of my shadow, I am a shamanic heroine. I learned how to transform my emotional pain into more self-love. It’s an initiation process where hard, painful work came first. Then, valuable wisdom was my reward.

The initiation process for the channeled quote above was excruciating. I had to experience 35 years of debilitating lower back pain first. Only then, was I ready to receive and comprehend that wisdom.

This book guides you through the tumultuous process I experienced in order to understand myself and the world around me. I grant you intimate access to explore my emotions, relationships, misunderstandings and epiphanies.

I reveal what it took for me to heal from my childhood trauma, become a shaman and experience enlightenment. Hopefully, my story will inspire your own personal growth and self-reflection work. Happy healing!

About the author

She started healing her own childhood trauma ten years ago. Now, she is ready to share the knowledge and wisdom she gained with others as inspiration to transform their emotional wounds into personal wisdom.

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Matthew discusses the often overlooked but critical role of culture in the business environment, especially during mergers and acquisitions. Using his Square Management System, he highlights the importance of understanding corporate culture and the individual work preferences of employees to create a harmonious and productive workplace. This episode emphasizes that successful mergers often hinge on cultural fit more so than financial metrics and that understanding the preferences for independence or constraint can lead to better job satisfaction and performance. Chris and Matthew explore how culture isn’t just about perks like ping-pong tables but is deeply tied to identity, instruction, intercommunication, and feedback within a company.

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Employers and employees benefit significantly from cultural alignment, impacting individual job satisfaction and overall business success.

Cultural fit in mergers and acquisitions can often predict the success or failure of such ventures, as seen in both infamous and successful M&A cases.

Matthew’s approach underscores that there is no universally right or wrong culture; it’s about finding the fit that aligns the company’s processes with employees’ natural work styles.

Taking self-assessment quizzes can help both employees and executives understand their ideal work environments, ensuring better placement and higher retention.

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If you want the look of a professionally-finished space without the designer, The Living Room Design Formula is your answer.

In The Living Room Design Formula, professional design expert Amy Barrickman guides you step-by-step through creating a stunning and functional living space. With her simple and approachable formula developed over 15 years of practice, Amy makes interior design accessible to everyone.

In this book, you will:

Learn to formulate your design concept with confidence.

By focusing on one room, you’ll be able to fully complete the space and gain the confidence to tackle future projects with ease.

Get started with The Living Room Design Formula and begin making real progress today!

About the author

Amy took to social media to help more people style and personalize their spaces. So many people enjoyed the tips and tricks posted @BarrickmanDesign that her videos caught the attention of QVC, where she now appears as an on-camera design expert.

Amy’s mission has always been to leave every space more beautiful than she found it. She plans to continue this through her book series, social media presence and hopes to someday expand her work to include a foundation that supports the beautification of the city of Philadelphia.