Recipe for the Soul - Inspiring Stories From Children Therapy That Will Enlighten Your Path in Parenting

Recipe for the Soul - Inspiring Stories From Children Therapy That Will Enlighten Your Path in Parenting by Dr. Shulamith Arzy
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Essential reading for parents of kids and teens...

Dr. Shulamith Arzy is a senior rehabilitative and educational psychologist. She has worked in a variety of settings, including the public sector, psychiatric institutions, the ministry of defense, and educational psychological institutes. Additionally, she held a teaching position at Ariel University. Today, Dr. Arzy is the owner and operator of a private clinic that specializes in the psychological treatment of children, adolescents, and families. In addition to cognitive behavioral therapy, the facility makes use of innovative and engaging approaches. Dr. Arzy is also an experienced painter, and she uses painting and art as another therapeutic instrument.

Dr. Arzy’s “Recipe for the Soul” provides parents with the essential tools they need to understand their child's behavior and the reasons behind it. The book focuses on the mental and emotional causes behind each diagnosis, and it concludes with a "recipe" that can be used by the parents. Dr. Arzy draws from her four decades of clinical experience to illustrate how to confront these issues, how to facilitate the healing process on your own, and how to identify when you need the assistance of an expert - all without giving up your own parental agency.

With the help of this essential parenting guide, you will learn how to recognize, comprehend, and support your child through their challenges, difficulties, tantrums, and breakdowns. This will allow you to foster your child's growth by creating a supportive environment for them to thrive in, thereby contributing to their healthy development. How to build the right, empowering atmosphere for your child to develop by combining your own parenting ideals with the professional ideas and therapeutic treatments used by professionals in the field. The typical mistakes that every parent commits or misses, along with advice on how to remedy or prevent making them. And how to do so in a way that is uncomplicated, imaginative, and engaging for both you and your child in order to foster self-reliance. The ‘sanity-saving’ and sound counsel provided by Dr. Arzy, which is accompanied by fascinating case studies and vibrant illustrations created by the author herself, constitutes an indispensable resource for parents of children and young adults of all ages.

Very highly recommended and a well-deserved five stars from me. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

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Danger in the Rain: A Ted Danger Mystery

Danger in the Rain: A Ted Danger Mystery by Douglas Boatman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Absurdly entertaining!

In absurdist fiction, characters must find meaning in meaningless situations. The phrase 'absurd' may conjure comedy, but it's not always funny. It ranges from absurd to sublime, from joyful comedy to gut-wrenching tragedy, utilizing a wide range of moods and situations in which the lack of answers and purposes looms over us like a predatory bird. Danger in the Rain: A Ted Danger Mystery by Douglas Boatman is a book that inspires absurdity right from the moment you start reading it! It’s an off-beat comedy mystery that had me absurdly entertained from start to finish. Highly recommended.



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“Ride” by Zachary Ryan

Ride by Zachary Ryan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A ripe slice of melodrama.

Inspired by the music of Lana Del Rey, “Ride” by Zachary Ryan tells the story of sisters, Alayna and Morgan, who are reunited through grief. The two estranged sisters can't avoid reopening old family wounds as both had dreams of fame and fortune, but each one took separate paths. Now they are forced to either overcome their troubled past or risk succumbing to it, after the passing of their mother.

“Ride” combines powerhouse writing, a rich atmosphere, and absorbing melodrama in service of a taut drama with thought-provoking touch. A highly recommended read that gets a well-deserved five stars from me.

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Frank the Pilot: Amazing revelations to what a professional pilot sees, thinks and feels.

Frank the Pilot: Amazing revelations to what a professional pilot sees, thinks and feels. by Frank J Donohue
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Fly around the world from the cockpit!

Captain Frank J. Donohue takes the reader behind-the-scenes to explore the ups and downs of a professional pilot. He discusses what prompted his desire in becoming a pilot, the difficulty of earning a license, and his nearly ‘derailed’ career path. He has over 30 years of flying experience and now shares his knowledge with others. He delivers a vivid firsthand experience of flying's not-so-glamorous side as he describes a mechanical emergency, a circumnavigation, and ‘a hair-raising wind-shear landing.’ Each narrative gives the reader a unique view and an adventure not to be missed! Highly recommended.

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A SEASON NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN

A SEASON NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN by Roland Colton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A mix of fantasy, baseball, and a whole lot of sporting action!

“A Season Never To Be Forgotten” is Roland Colton’s final installment of the “Baseball Immortal Trilogy.” The synopsis opens with an intriguing premise: ‘Is the man who wakes up in a Georgia hospital, after suffering a near fatal hit-and-run accident, truly the legendary Ty Cobb (who has been inexplicably transported forward in time), or is he a man suffering from severe psychosis and delusions of grandeur, who has hijacked Cobb's identity as his own?’

In summarizing the plot we find Cobb in the hands of the police facing serious time behind bars for assault and battery. While this is going on, Cobb is on the verge of equaling and possibly even surpassing one of the most revered records in all of sports, and his team is still fighting for a position in the playoffs. The revelation of long-lost secrets provides answers to lingering questions about Cobb's history and casts doubt on both his and his team's prospects for the future. Cobb finds himself in the agonizing position of having to decide whether or not he is willing to compromise his honor and integrity in order to save the person who is most important to him. Cobb's psychological warfare continues to stir resentment and hatred from fans, opponents, and even his own teammates. With Cobb on the field, anything can and will happen…

A deliberately paced yet progressively absorbing drama, “A Season Never To Be Forgotten” is an instant baseball classic. Highly recommended.

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THE GREATEST NOEL: A Fantasy of the First Christmas

THE GREATEST NOEL: A Fantasy of the First Christmas by Steve Lawson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Some reimaginings are just a little extra special...

People love to reimagine the familiar—if we didn’t, there wouldn’t be so many reboots. But some reimaginings are just a little extra special like Steve Lawson’s THE GREATEST NOEL: A Fantasy of the First Christmas. The story sets free all the traditional Christmas characters, depicting them instead as regular people dealing with unusual circumstances while learning the deepest truths about themselves and the true meaning of Christmas. A recommended family festive read.

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I’M In PoWeR!: A Journey to Discover Who We Are

I’M In PoWeR!: A Journey to Discover Who We Are by Misun Hifumi
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A quest for self-knowledge and discovering who we really are – must read.
In summary, I’M In PoWeR!: A Journey to Discover Who We Are by Misun Hifumi we find eight-year-old Sara and ten-year-old Josh who are siblings. They enjoy playing games and exploring their neighborhood's woods. They sometimes worry they don't fit in. They wonder why life is the way it is, like most kids… A mistaken turn in the woods leads them to an unexpected surprise. A wise, magical entity instructs them to value and apply their remarkable minds and unique God-given skills. These lessons teach them to connect with their real confidence and personal power, positively improving themselves and their thoughts… The author's life path and the wisdom and insight she obtained from her mentors and spiritual instructors in personal development and spirituality inspired this short read.

A must-read that will transform both children and adults alike! I'M in PoweR is a book that everyone, whether they are a youngster or an adult, should read if they have the desire to achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. Highly recommended and a well-deserved five stars from me.

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