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    Sunshine Warm Sober (eBook, ePUB)
    'Exquisite' - Fearne Cotton'The kind of book that changes lives, and very possibly saves them' - The Lancet Psychiatry'A reflective, raw and riveting read. A beautiful book on what it takes to root for yourself' - Emma Gannon, Ctrl Alt Delete'Stone cold sober.'Sounds horrible, doesn't it? Hard, icy. Brrrrr. No bloody ta.However, as the millions who choose to stay sober now know, the propaganda around drinking and sobriety is wonky. Sober doesn't feel stony, or cold. Retired wreckhead Catherine Gray, author of surprise bestseller The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober, is now in her eighth sober year and has learnt a damn sight more. This hotly anticipated sequel enlists the help of experts and case studies, turning a curious, playful gaze onto provocative questions. Is alcohol a parenting aid? Why are booze and cocaine such a horse and carriage? Once an addict, always an addict? How do you feel safe - from alcohol, others and yourself - in sobriety? Whether you're a dedicated boozehound, flirting with teetotalling, or already sober, this witty, gritty read may just change how you think about alcohol forever. Praise for The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober:'Fascinating' - Bryony Gordon 'Truthful, modern and real' - Stylist'Brave, witty and brilliantly written' - Marie Claire'Gray's tale of going sober is uplifting and inspiring' - Evening Standard 'Not remotely preachy' - Sunday Times 'Jaunty, shrewd and convincing' - Sunday Telegraph 'Admirably honest, light, bubbly and remarkably rarely annoying' - Guardian 'An empathetic, warm and hilarious tale from a hugely likeable human' - The Lancet Psychiatry
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    The Anti-Depressant Book: A Practical Guide for Teens and Young Adults to Overcome Depression and Stay Healthy , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 467min
    Don't let the subtitle fool you: The Anti-Depressant Book is useful for teens and adults who are struggling with depression. It offers a drug-free, step-by-step solution to feeling happier quickly and developing healthy habits that will prevent relapse.  This book covers the basics of cognitive behavioral therapy for emerging from depression and staying well. It is filled with paradox, written as if Dr. Towery were having a conversation directly with you, and is neither preachy nor dry. There are also brief sections for parents who are struggling with a depressed child.  The book was written as a response to the suicide clusters in Palo Alto to help prevent as many suicides as possible. The Anti-Depressant Book can be used as an adjunct to traditional therapy or by itself, particularly for those with mild to moderate depression. It is irreverent, fun to listen to, and practical. The book is written in a straightforward, conversational style that works particularly well for teenagers and young adults, but adults who follow all the steps will also see dramatic improvement in their moods and lives.  Author's note: This audiobook is not intended as a stand-alone product. It is intended to be used in addition to the print or Kindle version of the book to make it easier to comprehend. If you struggle with dyslexia, learning differences, or reading in general, this was made so that you could listen to the book WHILE reading the print version. I hope you enjoy it and find it helpful! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jacob Towery, MD. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/108697/bk_acx0_108697_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Out of a Dream: Sandy Cove Series, Book One 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 484min
    Michelle Baron should be reveling in her new life in Sandy Cove, Oregon. From the outside it all looks idyllic. A newlywed settling into a quaint coastal town, her husband establishing himself as a junior partner in a law firm - what more could she want? But a series of disturbing nightmares haunts Michelle. Her quest to understand these dreams leads her to the New World bookstore, where she begins a spiritual journey that will challenge her Christian heritage as well as her marriage. Captivating characters, suspenseful story lines, and thought-provoking themes - best-selling author, Rosemary Hines crafts gripping and at times poignant tales of the challenges Christians face in contemporary culture. Known for her realistic portrayal of life and her sensitivity in tackling tough topics, her novels examine the prevalence of New Age beliefs and practices in today's world, the tragedy of suicide that touches families of all walks of life, the broken system of foster care, the need for dedicated teachers to reach out to troubled students, and the heartache of infertility as well as unwanted pregnancies and abortions. Never preachy but always leading the listener to a message of hope and redemption, Rosemary is a committed follower of Christ. The novels of the Sandy Cove series - Out of a Dream, Through the Tears, and Into Magnolia - convey profound Christian messages that touch hearts of believers and nonbelievers alike. Refreshingly honest and true to life, the characters resonate with readers and become their friends, and the story lines transition seamlessly from one novel to the next. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Becky Doughty. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/031446/bk_acx0_031446_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Sober Girl Society Handbook (eBook, ePUB)
    UPDATED WITH A BRAND NEW CHAPTER ON SOBER CURIOSITY*Voted an Independent best self-care book for 2021**Voted one of Heat's best self-help books to help you reach your full potential*If you've ever woken up feeling anxious, or cringing with embarrassment, about something you did or said whilst drunk the night before, this book may just change your life.Whichever way you look at it, it's hard to avoid how alcohol really makes us feel: terrible. After years of partying and hangovers started taking a toll on her mental health, Millie Gooch gave up alcohol and has never looked back.Offering tips and advice on staying sober and curious in a world obsessed with booze, this handbook will change your life for ever, by showing you not only why you should drink less, but how. Millie shares essential information to empower you to transform your relationship with alcohol so that you can lead your most fulfilling life.Whether you're sober curious or determined to make a more permanent change, it's time to join the Sober Girl Society!It's time to join the Sober Girl Society:'I LOVE this book already, just received today and I can't put it down!''I recommend this to anyone; whether they want to stop drinking permanently, or even would just like to cut down on their drinking.''I love how relatable and non-preachy this book is.''Approaches what can be a tricky and confusing subject for many with humour and wit.''Perfect for those reconsidering their relationship with alcohol. Brilliant book.'
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    Confessions of a Crypto Millionaire: My Unlikely Escape from Corporate America , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 455min
     "Epic. The first great book about crypto." (Andrew Keys, Managing Partner, DARMA Capital)"A highly dramatic but lucid introduction to the murky world of cryptocurrency." (Kirkus Reviews)  At the start of this riveting memoir, Dan Conway is a brash young executive in a vast corporation, slogging his way up the ladder while struggling with depression and an addiction he thought he had defeated long ago. As he begins to realize that the mix of nightmarish bureaucracy and his unruly “flip side” have doomed any chance of success, Dan stumbles upon cryptocurrency, tumbling down the rabbit hole to discover a strange, anarchic, but captivating world. He decides to wager everything - his savings, his marriage, his family, his future - on the fledgling crypto, Ether.In Confessions of a Crypto Millionaire, listeners join Dan on this rollicking, harrowing, frequently hilarious journey, including his:Struggle to rise through the corporate ranksBattle with addiction and its aftermathBid to reinvent himselfEfforts to hold his marriage and family togetherAnd the costs - and thrills - of risking it all.“For Conway, crypto was only partly about the money. It was also about finding liberation and salvation.” (Forbes)Dan details in a non-technical and non-preachy way how the idea of blockchain-based decentralization has convinced a generation of dreamers, misfits, and gamblers to too often bet more than they can afford to lose. He illustrates how public blockchains like Ethereum could disrupt the nature of work itself in the coming years, upending stultifying centralized corporations in favor of “trust machines” and peer-to-peer cooperation. In the process, listeners take a thrilling ride with Conway on a turbocharged adventure through crypto, not knowing if he will make history or lose everything he holds dear. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dan Conway. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/163139/bk_acx0_163139_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Stop Drinking: Techniques to Overcome Alcoholism & Feel Better Than Ever , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 28min
    Stop Drinking: Techniques to Overcome Alcoholism & Feel Better Than EverHas drinking started taking over your life? Maybe it already has, or maybe you’re just starting to take note of some troubling patterns. Whether you’ve been drinking too much for decades or you’re just beginning to binge, whether you’re a functional alcoholic or your life is falling apart around you, this guide is for you. Forget the long, drawn out, preachy books that you’ve already flipped through and dismissed. This is a straightforward, practical, non-judgmental guide. We’re working to teach you techniques - practical approaches that work - not debate, bemoan, or belittle you.Some of the things you’ll learn along the way include:How to build up your initial motivation for an explosive startHow to choose between detox and taperingManaging detoxManaging taperingHow to take cravings in strideThe common pitfalls that lead to relapse and how to avoid themHow to maintain your motivation even when times get roughExternal resources that can help you stay soberIf that sounds like a lot to fit into a guide as concise as this one, you’re right—but that’s simply because there’s no fluff, no empty promises, and no beating around the bush.You want to quit drinking? Well, you can and if you follow every single tip in this book, you will. It is that simple. It won’t be easy, but it will be straightforward, and it will be effective.If you don’t want to actually quit, then all you have to do is avoid opening this book to start with. But there’s a reason you’re even reading this description. It’s because you know it’s time to quit. Admitting that to yourself is the first step. We’ll help you handle the rest. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: William Harvey. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/187631/bk_acx0_187631_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Breathing on Her Own , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 399min
    An icy road and a sharp turn leave one woman dead, another clinging to life.Molly Tipton looks forward to a peaceful retirement, but her life suddenly spirals out of control when her oldest daughter is involved in a terrible accident. While two families grieve, details emerge that shake Molly to her core. As she prepares her daughter for what lies ahead, Molly discovers her oldest child is not the only one injured and forced to deal with past mistakes.If it’s true that time heals all wounds, what are we to do with our scars?Praise for Breathing on Her Own“Lean, not florid, genuine, not sappy, reflective, not preachy, familiar, not clichéd, satisfying, not contrived: what more could one ask of a contemporary novel from a first-time novelist? Readers of Breathing on Her Own will enjoy a story that feels close to home, in the tradition of writers like Anne Tyler. We know the people in this story. They are friends, neighbors, family, even ourselves. I expect that when readers finish this book, they will ask Dr. Waters when they can read her next one. That’s certainly my question.” (Jon Weatherly, Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost Johnson University)“Entertaining, challenging, and realistic. Breathing on Her Own brings us face-to-face with what we really believe through the eyes of one woman’s journey with hope and resilient faith as the backbone of the story.” (Drew Waters, actor, director, producer; star of The Ultimate Life and The Redemption of Henry Meyers as well as recurring roles on Saturday Night Lights and NCIS) ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Zion Recording. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/197451/bk_acx0_197451_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    It Pays to Talk: How to Have the Essential Conversations with Your Family About Money and Investing , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 555min
    Financial security begins with a conversation...And that’s why Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz has teamed up with her father, internationally respected investing pioneer and best-selling author Charles R. Schwab, to produce this excellent family financial primer. This book will help investors succeed whether the stock market is going up or down, both in the present and in the long term. Throughout the book, the authors stress the importance of having regular and effective conversations about money - with a spouse or partner, young children and teenagers, and aging parents - and offer the perfect road map for starting and continuing those conversations, including:Understanding the basics: stocks, bonds, and mutual fundsBuilding wealth over time, understanding your tolerance for risk, and developing and maintaining the right investment portfolioInvesting for your children’s future and for your secure retirementEstate planning for you and your older parentsPreparing for life’s unexpected events“A practical book for men and women, young and old...It’s smartly written, earnest without being preachy, and offers down-to-earth advice on how to forge productive conversations about money between spouses and partners, parents and children, and adult children and aging parents.” (Chicago Tribune) “Most families don’t talk about money. Personal finance ranks with sex and drugs as one of the least-discussed topics and one fraught with emotional baggage....Bottom line: You have to fend for yourself when it comes to money, and the way to do that is to talk about it with parents, spouses, and children....We all have to take care of ourselves financially. This book is a good place to start.” (USA Today)  ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Anna Fields. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/bkot/000202/bk_bkot_000202_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Randolph the Christmas Moose: A Yuletide Fable of Empowerment , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 25min
    Randolph the Moose lives with his mother in the Great White North. After a chance encounter with the reindeer from Santa Claus’ sleigh-pulling team, Randolph finds new joy in trail running as he trains to join the reindeer in Santa’s flight school.But when the head elf places him at the workshop loading dock instead (due to his tremendous bulk), Randolph has to use his brains and work ethic to earn respect at his new job...and even save Christmas.Imagine Rudolf the red-nosed reindeer, except:Randolph has a healthy self-image.Randolph has a more positive outlet for his feelings.Randolph runs, but not away from his problems.Randolph is pro-active, refusing to let Santa’s workshop define  him as a moose.Be your own moose!"Randolph the Christmas Moose empowers kids to find the unique leader within themselves and to not allow stereotyping to limit their potential." (Austin Highsmith Garces, author of The Miracle Tree and actor in Dolphin Tale 1 and 2)"Randolph the Christmas Moose, filled with humor and character building, shares a twist to a familiar tale to produce an important message about how children can be hard-working, determined, and true to themselves." (Adam Dovico, educator and author of When Kids Lead, The Limitless School, and Inside the Trenches)"This is a charming and funny story that will not only entertain kids, but also help them understand that other people's opinions don't define them." (Lindsay Thompson, filmmaker and writer for PBS' Arthur)“Randolph the Christmas Moose addresses many important childhood themes, including acceptance, endurance and bullying, without sounding 'preachy'." (Sue Elder, EdD, public and elementary school librarian, educator) ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Kristine M. Bowen. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/209784/bk_acx0_209784_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Seasons: Desert Sketches , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 87min
    The late writer and naturalist Ellen Meloy wrote and recorded a series of audio essays for KUER, NPR Utah in the 1990s. Every few months, she would travel to their Salt Lake City studios from her red rock home of Bluff to read an essay or two. With understated humor and sharp insight, Meloy would illuminate facets of human connection to nature and challenge listeners to examine the world anew. Seasons: Desert Sketches is a compilation of these essays, transcribed from their original cassette tape recordings. Whether Meloy is pondering geese in Desolation Canyon or people at the local post office, listeners will delight in her signature wit and charm - and feel the pull of the desert she loves and defends. With a foreword by Annie Proulx. “Ellen Meloy just might be my favorite Utah writer. She’s smart and witty. She’s laugh–out–loud funny. She’s self–deprecatory and never preachy. She always gets her natural history right. And her writing is sufficiently gorgeous for her books to be finalists for the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award.  “Seasons serves as a fine introduction to the work of this underappreciated writer. Meloy grounds us in her home landscape—our home landscape, where, she realizes, ‘I always belonged, but didn’t know it.’ To earn our place in this red rock desert community, Meloy asks us to ‘slow down, pay attention, stay local, go deep.’  “That’s what she does here, and we are privileged to travel with her through the cycles of southern Utah seasons as she searches for ‘the core of home.’”  —STEPHEN TRIMBLE, editor of Red Rock Stories: Three Generations of Writers Speak on Behalf of Utah’s Public Lands" ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Ellen Meloy. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/219159/bk_acx0_219159_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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