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  Toxic Stress - How Stress Is...

  Lawson R. Wulsin

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  Our stress response system is magnificent—it operates beneath our awareness, like an orchestra of organs playing a hidden symphony. When we are healthy, the orchestra plays effortlessly, but what happens when our bodies face chronic stress, and the music slips out of tune? The alarming rise of stress-related conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression, show the price we're paying for our high-pressure living, while global warming, pandemics, and technology have brought new kinds of stress into all our lives. But what can we do about it? Explore the fascinating mysteries of our hidden stress response system with Dr. Wulsin, who uses his decades of experience to show how toxic stress impacts our bodies; he gives us the expert advice and tools needed to prevent toxic stress from taking over. Chapter by chapter, learn to help your body and mind recover from toxic stress.

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  The Authenticity Complex - Why...

  Sheena Iyengar

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  Great Powers Club The: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  By the time of Egypt’s Nineteenth Dynasty, the Egyptians had created a vast empire that stretched from what would be the modern region of northern Sudan in the south to southern Syria in the north (Kuhrt 2010, 1:185). With control of such a vast empire, the Egyptians were able to export valuable minerals such as gold and silver, which were much rarer in the other Near Eastern kingdoms, and imported horses, timber, and chariots that they used to build their impressive military. A chronological examination of ancient Egypt during the New Kingdom reveals the process in which Egypt transitioned from a regional kingdom to an international empire. The examination will demonstrate that the New Kingdom was a fairly complex system that brought about several changes in pharaonic culture before ultimately collapsing.  
  Compared to some of their contemporaries – including the Egyptians, Assyrians, and Babylonians – the Hittites were somewhat distant both culturally and geographically. The Hittites were an Indo-European speaking in an ocean of Afro-Asiatic and Semitic groups, their homeland was to the north of Mesopotamia, and it contained no major river like the Nile, Tigris, or Euphrates Rivers. The Hittite empire was also far less enduring than its neighbors, as it only existed from about 1800-1200 BCE (van de Mieroop 2007, 156), which was considerably shorter than most of the other major kingdoms of the Near East.  
  Like a number of ancient individuals and empires in that region, the negative perception of ancient Assyrian culture was passed down through Biblical accounts, and regardless of the accuracy of the Bible’s depiction of certain events, the Assyrians clearly played the role of adversary for the Israelites. Indeed, Assyria (Biblical Shinar) and the Assyrian people played an important role in many books of the Old Testament and are first mentioned in the book of Genesis.

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  Voices of Freedom - Harriet...

  Elise Baker

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  Women have been at the forefront of significant positive change for generations, and yet they still struggle to have their voices heard. 
  There is no more obvious example of this than when learning about modern history, where little acknowledgment is given to women's incredible feats and sacrifices during major world events. 
  However, there are hundreds of true stories of brave women activists, each one fighting for important causes such as ending slavery and other forms of oppression. 
  You just need to know where to find these stories. 
  Introducing Voices of Freedom, a riveting book which brings to life the captivating stories of brave women like Sojourner Truth and Harriet Tubman, who shattered the chains of slavery. 
  Voices of Freedom also sheds light on the crucial roles of lesser-known women abolitionists. Their stories will open your eyes to the countless unsung female heroes whose contributions have shaped our world. 
  If you are searching for a history book with a difference, packed with page-turning details of the lives of women who dramatically changed the course of history, you've come to the right place! 
  Inside Voices of Freedom, discover:  
  ● Harriet Tubman and her involvement in the Underground Railroad. 
  ● The Grimké sisters and their impact on the women's rights movement. 
  ● Elizabeth Heyrick and her role in abolishing the slave trade. 
  ● Mary Ann Shadd Cary and how she helped escaped fugitives. 
  ● Sojourner Truth and the challenges she overcame in her career.  
  By reading Voices of Freedom, you're ensuring the stories of these brave women are never forgotten. So don't wait! Dive into this fascinating journey through history and let these powerful voices resonate with you. 
   

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  Testing Education - A Teacher's...

  Kathy Greeley

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  Since the 2002 implementation of No Child Left Behind, the American public education system has been fundamentally changed. Excessive testing, standardized curriculums, destructive demands on children, corporate-­style evaluations, and top-­down mandates have become the norm. In response, record numbers of demoralized educators have quit, and millions of students have been left educationally impoverished. This troubling transformation has been exhaustively critiqued by scholars and commentators. Yet one crucial voice has been missing. 
   
   
   
  In Testing Education, Kathy Greeley recounts the impact of education reform from a teacher's point of view. Based on a teaching career ranging nearly forty years, Greeley details how schools went from learning communities infused with excitement, intellectual stimulation, and joy to sterile spaces of stress, intimidation, and fear. In this ultimately hopeful memoir, Greeley asks us to learn from the past to reimagine the future of public education.

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  Diplomatic Channels - Behind the...

  Elias Thatcher Montague

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  Peek into the Hidden World of Diplomacy 
   
  Diplomatic Channels: Behind the Curtains of International Relations offers an insightful exploration into the complex world of global diplomacy. This compelling book unveils the intricate workings of international relations, from the evolution of embassies as pivotal hubs to the meticulous roles diplomats play daily. 
   
  Discover how diplomats manage crises, navigate political instability, and orchestrate evacuations. Explore economic diplomacy through the crafting of trade agreements and investment opportunities, and learn about cultural diplomacy's role in fostering goodwill and soft power. The book also highlights strategic communication and conflict resolution in high-stakes negotiations. 
   
  With engaging case studies and real-world examples, the book demystifies intelligence gathering and multilateral diplomacy within international organizations. It examines how modern diplomats operate on a global stage and how digital diplomacy, through social media, reshapes international interactions, while addressing cybersecurity concerns. 
   
  Reflect on challenges like espionage and diplomatic incidents, and appreciate the rigorous training that sharpens a diplomat’s skills. This comprehensive guide is essential for understanding the art and science of diplomacy that allows nations to coexist, collaborate, and confront when necessary. Embark on a journey through the delicate world of diplomacy, where every gesture, word, and decision influences the global landscape.

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