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Slow productivity : the lost art of accomplishment without burnout
Newport, Cal
Paper Book
A New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, and IndieBound bestseller "Brilliant and timely" -- Oliver Burkeman ~ Do Fewer Things. Work at a Natural Pace. Obsess over Quality. ~ From the New York Times bestselling...
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The algebra of wealth : a simple formula for financial security
Galloway, Scott
Paper Book
AN INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A must-have guide to optimizing your life for wealth and success, from bestselling author, NYU professor, and cohost of the Pivot podcast Scott Galloway. Today's workers have more opportunities and mobility than...
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The anxious generation : how the great rewiring of childhood is causing an epidemic of mental illness
Haidt, Jonathan
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THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A Wall Street Journal Top 10 Book of 2024 * A New York Times and Washington Post Notable Book * One of Barack Obama's Favorite Books of 2024 * A TIME 100 Must-Read Book of 2024 * Named a Best Book of 2024 by the...
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Beyond getting by : The Financial Diet's guide to abundant and intentional living
Trantham, Holly
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A beautiful, full-color guide to living with money, not for money, packed with fun, tangible advice from the women behind The Financial Diet. "Beyond Getting By will make you feel better, not worse, about your money and your life."-Tiffany "the Budgetnista" Aliche,...
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True to you : a therapist's guide to stop pleasing others and start being yourself
Smith, Kathleen
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A Guide to The Theory and Practice of Creating Authentic Relationships When's the last time you felt as composed as you portray to your boss, family and friends? If there's a discord between the two, you're not alone. Humans are master pretenders--we often seem stronger...
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Good energy : the surprising connection between metabolism and limitless health
Means, Casey
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The instant #1 New York Times bestseller! A bold new vision for optimizing our health now and in the future What if depression, anxiety, infertility, insomnia, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer's, dementia, cancer and many other...
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Your best financial life : save smart now for the future you want
Lester, Anne
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Anne Lester--former head of retirement solutions for JPMorgan and award-winning investor--blends science and experience to provide Millennials and Gen Z with the key steps that will set them up for a successful retirement and help them achieve their biggest life goals. Most...
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Never enough : from barista to billionaire
Wilkinson, Andrew (Businessman)
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USA Today Bestseller National Bestseller "Like going to business school and therapy all in one book." --James Clear, New York Times Bestselling Author, Atomic Habits Once a barista in a small cafe making $6.50 an hour...
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Work, retire, repeat : the uncertainty of retirement in the new economy
Ghilarducci, Teresa
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A damning portrait of the dire realities of retirement in the United States--and how we can fix it. While the French went on strike in 2023 to protest the increase in the national retirement age, workers in the United States have all but given up on the notion of dignified retirement for...
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Rewire : break the cycle, alter your thoughts and create lasting change
Vignola, Nicole
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Change your mind to change your life--discover the neuroscience of a better you in this revolutionary book from neuroscientist and online sensation Nicole Vignola that teaches you how to rewire your brain to achieve peak mental wellbeing. Are you stuck in a habit of believing you are not...
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The art and science of connection : why social health is the missing key to living longer, healthier, and happier
Killam, Kasley
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A groundbreaking redefinition of what it means to be healthy that introduces the need for social health--the part of wellbeing that comes from feeling connected--to truly flourish. Exercise. Eat a balanced diet. Go to therapy. Most wellness advice is focused on achieving and maintaining...
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New happy : getting happiness right in a world that's got it wrong
Harrison, Stephanie
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THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER * A Next Big Idea Club Must Read * As seen in Oprah, FastCompany, LA Times, Forbes, BigThink, CNBC & more A life-changing guide to finding true happiness from author Stephanie Harrison, whose revolutionary new approach to well-being has changed the lives...
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Mind magic : the neuroscience of manifestation and how it changes everything
Doty, James R.
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A deep exploration of the neuroscience behind manifestation, with a six-part plan for realizing your dreams For decades the practice of manifestation has been widely dismissed as self-involved, materialistic pseudoscience. But as neuroscientist and recognized compassion...
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I hate job interviews! : stop stressing. start performing. get the job you want.
Owens, Sam (Career coach)
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"For anyone wanting to elevate their interview skills, this superb book does the job!" --STEPHEN M. R. COVEY, New York Times bestselling author of The Speed of Trust ...
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Take back your brain : how a sexist society gets in your head--and how to get it out
Loewentheil, Kara
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER USA TODAY #1 NONFICTION BESTSELLER PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER Your mind is your most powerful tool--but what happens when it's working against you? If you've ever thought:
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The total money makeover : a proven plan for financial peace
Ramsey, Dave
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Do you want to build a budget that actually works for you Are you ready to transform your relationship with money This New York Times bestseller has already helped millions of people just like you learn how to develop everyday money-saving habits with the help of America's favorite...
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The ritual effect : from habit to ritual, harness the surprising power of everyday actions
Norton, Michael
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In the bestselling tradition of Charles Duhigg's The Power of Habit and Angela Duckworth's Grit, a renowned social psychologist demonstrates how a subtle turning of habits into rituals can "clear a little space for everyday magic" (The Guardian) in our lives. ...
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Common sense economics : what everyone should know about wealth and prosperity
Gwartney, James D.
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The fully revised and updated fourth edition of the classic Common Sense Economics. As the global economy recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic and debates over the future of work challenge our long-held preconceptions about what careers and the market can be, learning the...
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You only die once : how to make it to the end with no regrets
Wellman, Jodi
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A kick-in-the-pants wake-up call to start living meaningfully in light of how many Mondays you have left from longtime coach, positive psychology expert, and Penn Resilience Program instructor Jodi Wellman "Wellman poses a profound question we too often avoid: How many...
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Protect your peace : nine unapologetic principles for thriving in a chaotic world
Shelton, Trent
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Hard-won wisdom, practical strategies, personal stories, and deep inspiration to help you reframe your life as a force for good "A voice that stands out, reaches into your soul, and gives you the answers and the tools to overcome your challenges and achieve more." -- Dean...
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Solitude : the science and power of being alone
Weinstein, Netta
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The average adult spends nearly one-third of their waking life alone. How do we overcome the stigma of solitude and find strength in going it alone? Whether we love it or try to avoid it, we can make better use of that time. The science of solitude shows that alone time can be a powerful space used...
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But what will people say? : navigating mental health, identity, love, and family between cultures
Kohli, Sahaj Kaur
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A Harvard Public Health Best Public Health Book of 2024 "This wonderful book is a compass, a blueprint, a mirror, and a friend. Kohli gives language to what many of us feel but can't yet articulate."--Erika L. Sánchez, New York Times bestselling author of I am Not...
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The new menopause : navigating your path through hormonal change with purpose, power, and facts
Haver, Mary Claire (Medical doctor)
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Filling a gaping hole in menopause care, everything a woman needs to know to thrive during her hormonal transition and beyond, as well as the tools to help her take charge of her health at this pivotal life stage--by the bestselling author of The Galveston...
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F.I.R.E. for dummies
Koski, Jackie Cummings
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Take control of creating your own financial independence and the option to retire early on your terms The Financial Independence, Retire Early (F.I.R.E.) movement has inspired many to optimize their finances and retire sooner than they ever imagined. This creates the time freedom...
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The genius of empathy : practical skills to heal your sensitive self, your relationships & the world
Orloff, Judith
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Embrace empathy as your superpower for transformative personal healing, deeper relationships, and more potent work in the world.Empathy is no weakness-it holds transformative power to heal ourselves, strengthen our relationships, and amplify our purpose. Dr. Judith Orloff, known for landmark works...
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It's okay not to look for the meaning of life : a Zen monk's guide to living stress-free one day at a time
Minami, Jikisai
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Free Yourself from Stress with Simple, No-Nonsense Advice from a Zen Monk! Zen monk Jikisai Minami takes the things we are supposed to strive for and turns them on their head. The 35 short, thought-provoking essays in this book are divided into four chapters about our sense of...
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Meditations for mortals : four weeks to embrace your limitations and finally make time for what counts
Burkeman, Oliver
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER A GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD NOMINEE FOR READERS' FAVOURITE NON-FICTION "Rehab for burned-out high achievers." --The Guardian How would life open up if we stopped treating it as a problem to be solved?
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Self-care for autistic people : 100+ ways to recharge, de-stress, and unmask!
Neff, Megan Anna
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Ditch the stigma, celebrate your identity, and put yourself first with these 100+ exercises that reinforce the idea that neurodiversity is a strength and teaches you how to relax, destress, find your community, practice self-love, and more. When you're autistic, it can be tough...
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The only constant : a guide to embracing change and leading an authentic life
Zebian, Najwa
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You can become the change driver of your own life. The celebrated poet, educator, and author of Welcome Home shows you how in this practical, wise, and tender guide to all of life's changes. "Change is hard--but Najwa shows you what's on the other side, and she's the one you...
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Right thing, right now : good values, good character, good deeds
Holiday, Ryan
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INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER In his New York Times bestselling book, Discipline Is Destiny, Ryan Holiday made the Stoic case for a life of self-discipline. In this much-anticipated third installment in the Stoic Virtues series, he argues for the...
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