1. ISBN13: 9780684868783
2. Condition: NEW
3. Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

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"What happened to the passion we started with?
Why aren't we as close as we used to be?"

PROBLEM: If you are a woman who is unfulfilled in your marriage...if you feel unheard or overburdened...if you quietly live in a state of slow-burn resentment...
PROBLEM: If you are a man unhappy that your partner seems so unhappy with you...if you feel bewildered, unappreciated, or betrayed...

This book offers a solution

Bestselling author and nationally renowned therapist Terrence Real unearths the causes of communication blocks between men and women in this groundbreaking work. Relationships are in trouble; the demand for intimacy today must be met with new skills, and Real -- drawing on his pioneering work on male depression -- gives both men and women those skills, empowering women and connecting men, radically reversing the attitudes and emotional stumbling blocks of the patriarchal culture in which we were raised. Filled with powerful stories of the couples Real treats, no other relationship book is as straight talking or compelling in its innovative approach to healing wounds and reconnecting partners with a new strength and understanding.

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A tough and critically compelling map for marriage

To live up to our vocation of marriage, my husband and I embarked on a year-long study -- 60 books, 12 CDs, 4 workshops on everything from spirituality to finances. This book provides the most compelling study of male/female interactions that I have ever read. With real examples, Real maps out the how and why and then relentlessly, with almost painful truthfulness, leads us back to love through the application of very specific tools. It's not a miracle fix-it book; rather it's a book that leads us through the unflinching process of self-examination and empowerment. It's not pretty but it's powerful and does the job if you're willing to walk the path.

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Not convinced

Mr. Real asserts as an established fact that traumatizing events in childhood cause us to adopt patriarchal male and female roles in our adult lives and in our relationships. Even if this were true - and for the record I wasn't convinced - he has precious little in his book that a lay reader can take away and use. I found his writing style to be pedantic and touchy-feely at the same time (not an easy thing to pull off), and sprinkled with long stretches of incomprehensible gibberish. Why use one little word when ten big ones will do? The guy just wouldn't get to the point.

Professionals in this field may have a better appreciation for the style and content of this book, but I would not recommend it to those in need of counsel.


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Own Up!

That's what this book helps you to do...it's hard to seperate responsibility when emotions are running high. Sometimes it just helps to know that someone else has been where you are and lived to tell about it!

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Relational Intimacy in an Era of Changing Roles

This is an excellent book. Real has thought through couple's issues in a smart way, refreshingly different than many who have preceded him.

In this book, Real faces head-on the reality that many women come into couples work with fierce anger, frustrated by trying to achieve true emotional intimacy with their man. His premise is that many women's responsibilities and aspirations have grown as part of the women's movement and their resulting, empowered roles, during decades when many men's roles and expectations have progressed less dramatically. As difficult as the tone of the anger and complaint, Real suggests the substance of women's frustrations is right-on, which will provide some much needed vindication for women readers.

This book is full of composite examples of couples-therapy sessions where the woman's attitude sounds in complaint and withering anger. The man in these examples sounds clueless, and deeply hurt by the woman's anger. Real's prototypical woman comes off like a nag, shaming while complaining. It is at this point where men typically recoil avoiding facing women's needs, and their own fears.

In Real's analysis, unconscious and almost always unacknowledged entitlement characterizes the man's side of the relationship problems. We were raised to quietly sit back in much that happens in the home, letting things take care of themselves. In reality, things don't really take care of themselves; women are taking care of them. Men's toughest work, it seems, is traditionally as breadwinner outside the home. Once home, perhaps enlightened some by the women's movement, we may do some chores and help some with the kids. But we may also quietly avoid the challenging work of true relational intimacy with our woman. The man often sees no problem, or at least no rational issue.

The man may think, "what's the problem: I am nice and thoughtful. I don't rage or abuse....." But the rub may be in his disengagement, and in his urgent avoidance of shame. Having studied male depression (I Don't Want to Talk About It: Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression"), Real understands that men's issues are often driven by shame, where women's are often driven by fear.

Because women are most heavily tasked with maintaining relationship, and are very often dependent on the man for economic and child-rearing reasons, women's fears are usually first expressed circumspectly, on eggshells, rather than angrily. The fierce anger arises later -- after more delicate strategies have maddeningly failed. The anger feels like poison to the man.

Real's approach is much needed, and this book not only explains unflinchingly, but suggests ways out of the deadlock. There have been important contributions along the way - e.g., Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples. And there are libraries full of hyped up, supposed love-life panaceas. This fellow has a smart, tough set of insights, with ideas for finding our way out of the wilderness of too many current relationships. Highly recommended, for both men and women, and for couples therapists.

Real has since published an excellent follow up book structured a bit more as a "how to" guide: The New Rules of Marriage: What You Need to Know to Make Love Work. This is also very highly recommended.




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How Can I get through to you?

This book was written before the Marriage book Terry wrote. In some ways I got more information that I needed. If you are trying to improve any relationship this book is a must read. Terry Real is right on!

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1. ISBN13: 9780757301599
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A dose of inspiration for caregiving professionals and the millions of souls who help care for family and friends.

Over 54 million people in America help care for ailing or recovering family members and friends and millions more give of themselves to others through day care, eldercare, emergency and community service.

While rewarding, care giving requires tremendous emotional, physical and spiritual stamina. Chicken Soup for the Caregiver’s Soul offers a respite to those who give care through inspiring and uplifting stories about the work they do and its power to transform lives.

Through awe-inspiring glimpses of real-life experiences of others, readers will find the motivation to overcome a challenging day, welcome recognition for their selfless contributions, and the encouragement to continue making a positive difference in others’ lives.

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A hopeful book for those feeling less than hopeful

Caregiving can be a lonely, desperate job. Chicken Soup For the Caregiver's Soul helps to ease that loneliness and desperation. The laughter, tears, joy, and most of all, love expressed by the caregiving heroes in these inspiring stories will fill caregivers with a sense of hope. Regardless of the situation, Chicken Soup For the Caregiver's Soul is a must read for caregivers and those who care for caregivers.


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Exceptional book filled with hope

"The word 'caregiver' encompasses a great deal: choices, responsibilities, emotions and even hidden joys. Chicken Soup for the Caregiver"s Soul embraces all of these, leaving you with the greatest emotion of all, laughter through tears," notes Lisa Copen of Rest Ministries. "You"ll find yourself giggling while choking back a sob, realizing that through any circumstance you can still find hope. A perfect gift for a friend or yourself."

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A heartfelt read for all caregivers

I received my copy of the Chicken Soup for the Caregiver's Soul as one of the book's contributors, and read it cover to cover. LeAnn, Jack and Mark have really captured the heart and soul of the caregiving experience with this finely edited book. As founder of Today's Caregiver magazine and caregiver.com (as well as a family caregiver), I have been blessed to read many books and articles about caregiving over the past nine years, and I find this to be extremely inspirational, touching and true. I would recommend it not only to caregivers but also to all of their friends and family members. I am proud to be associated with this book.

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For caregivers everywhere--and for those who love them!

Over 54 million people are involved with caregiving, yet everyone feels alone with their roller coaster of emotions. This inspirational book will give you a quick pick-me-up at any moment you feel that you could really use a hug. These lovely short stories are by real voices of courageous caregivers who share their triumphs and sorrows, helping you to have an easier journey. Your heart will be warmed as you smile and nod in recognition, and realize that you've gained valuable insight, solutions and hope.

Jacqueline Marcell, author, 'Elder Rage', and host of the 'Coping with Caregiving' Internet Radio Program.
I was honored to have my story included in this delightful book.

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Caregiving help

Like all the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, this book gives the reader an option to read one story in a short time, or several if you have longer. They are great for people in a hurry who savor little bits of encouragement with a quick read of various stories. Good gift for a caregiver.

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1. ISBN13: 9781558746985
2. Condition: NEW
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Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are joined by Heather McNamara, senior editor of the series, in this unforgettable collection of inspiring and uplifting stories. Sure to become a favorite of readers who love Chicken Soup for its stories of overcoming life's obstacles, challenges, heartbreaks and pain, this book emphasizes triumph in the face of overwhelming odds. A timeless testament to the indomitable human spirit, this collection is sure to encourage, support, comfort and, most of all, inspire all readers for years to come.

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tough times

i found that when reading a few of the stories i felt greatly moved, more books like Chicken soup should be written as i feel deeply emotional especially as something unforgettable happened to me recently that has made me look at life completely differently.

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Puts life in perspective

My friend gave me this book a few years ago, when I was going through a rough time.
I give it 4 stars, because it is not as great as previous Chicken Soup books. But the stories are still very inspiring.
Each story is more emotional & moving than the next. Lots of tears were shed, as I read these stories. It makes you realize that your problems aren't so bad & there are a lot of people who have it worse off than you. You must keep a positive attitude & remember that 'life goes on.'
If you are looking to put your problems into perspective & see the big picture, then this book is for you.

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an inspiration for hard times

I love all the chicken soup for the soul books. It is such a great idea to put together inspirational stories which stand alone without a lot of filler. This book in particular helped me to get through difficult times in my life by learning about other people who had survived their own challenges. I loved the first story which talks about trees growing stronger by struggling through the rough weather. It is a metaphor I think of often.

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Helpful and supportive

A reminder that others have made their way, and we can too.

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A much needed comfort & inspiration

I bought this for my sister who relocated to Kansas and is having a tough time in her life; She is one who doesn't like books and never picks up a book; however she LOVES this book! the short stories filled with courage, love and inspiration help her get through this chapter in her life.

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Through real-life stories about children, their families, and their teachers, and through the use of the most recent evidence-based research on special education, this important book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to special education and its relationship to general education. The sixth edition provides this experience within the framework of three guiding themes: Inclusion, Partnerships, and Universal Design for Learning.

Long noted for its focus on progress in general education through inclusion, families, and parent-professional partnerships, the new sixth edition of Exceptional Lives: Special Education in Today's Schools, now includes a “Values and Outcomes” end-of-chapter feature that discuss the ideal educational outcomes for each student presented in the opening vignette - outcomes that can occur if teachers put highly effective, research-based strategies into practice and uphold the values addressed throughout the book.  In addition, the new edition has an in-depth focus on the IEP process with more coverage in chapter 2 and IEP margin notes integrated throughout each chapter to help inform teachers of their role in the IEP process in relation to chapter content.

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Profoundly boring, stuffed with irrelevant fluff.

Exceptional Lives should be about one hundred pages, but instead, prattles on for a solid five hundred, drowning the reader in useless details having nothing to do with education. As a future teacher, I should know how to accommodate students with hearing disabilities. I should be aware of the relevant assistive technology, and what constitutes an effective hearing impaired IEP. I should NOT have to wade through an ocean of facts concerning audiograms, tympanography, audiometry, acute otitis media, maternal Rh incompatibility, and the history of rubella.

Strip away the unnecessary detail, and snip out the commonsense observations any twit can figure out for herself, and the leftover material is enough to write a short pamphlet.

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Very Good

I received my textbook in a timely fashion and it was in very good condition.

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No access code included

I ordered two of these books, first one no code -- called amazon and they shipped me a another one with NO code. I am not sure what to do now because I am not paying 40.00. Code was suppose to be in brand new book which they were but did not come with any type of plastic or shrink wrap.

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Exceptional Book

This is really good book as it is easy to read and very clear. It is well set out and although it is very expensive it is well worth buying as you can use it as a reference tool even after your class or course has ended.

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review of book

I was satisffied with the book. it was relevant to the content of the course which was titled intro to SPED.

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1. ISBN13: 9780761563518
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Turn Any Presentation into a Landmark Occasion
Ever wish you could captivate your boardroom with the opening line of your presentation, like Winston Churchill in his most memorable speeches? Or want to command attention by looming larger than life before your audience, much like Abraham Lincoln when, standing erect and wearing a top hat, he towered over seven feet? Now, you can master presentation skills, wow your audience, and shoot up the corporate ladder by unlocking the secrets of history's greatest speakers.

Author, historian, and world-renowned speaker James C. Humes—who wrote speeches for five American presidents—shows you how great leaders through the ages used simple yet incredibly effective tricks to speak, persuade, and win throngs of fans and followers. Inside, you'll discover how Napoleon Bonaparte mastered the use of the pregnant pause to grab attention, how Lady Margaret Thatcher punctuated her most serious speeches with the use of subtle props, how Ronald Reagan could win even the most hostile crowd with carefully timed wit, and much, much more.

Whether you're addressing a small nation or a large staff meeting, you'll want to master the tips and tricks in Speak Like Churchill, Stand Like Lincoln.
"As a student of speech, I very much enjoyed this intriguing historic approach to public speaking. Humes creates a valuable and practical guide."
—Roger Ailes, chairman and CEO, FOX News

"I love this book. I've followed Humes's lessons for years, and he combines them all into one compact, hard-hitting resource. Get this book on your desk now."
—Chris Matthews,Hardball

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Good advice

This book has an easy to read outline and offers a lot of helpful advice. There are a couple of factual errors that Humes makes and they involve his references to the New Testament.

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Very Happy

I purchased this as a gift. The person was very happy with it. Condition and service was excellent. Thank you

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A classics

One of the best books about public speaking. Sometimes a bit too oldfashioned writing manner and examples, but, nevertheless, very valuable and straight to the point advises, which will help you to improve immediatelly.

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Great book

Excellent guide, a quick read that is to the point. The 21 topics are effective and well illustrated. Note, Humes is a student of history. Churchill, Reagan, Roosevelt are frequently mentioned. It helps to have some knowledge of the historical context.

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Great Tips

I really, really, really liked this book. The tips are simple and yet powerful. Employing only a couple of tips could make an average speaker seem outstanding. I am a member of Toastmasters and bought the book as it was recommended reading. I'm going to donate copies to our club for use by new members.

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