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Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise October 2020
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Healthy - "The first wealth is health." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Mayo Clinic Guide to Self-Care : Answers for Everyday Health Problems by M.D. Kermott, Cindy A.Mayo Clinic Guide to Self-Care offers in-depth information about the common causes and symptoms of more than 300 medical issues, including conditions like allergic reactions, bug bites and stings, chronic pain, insomnia and other sleep disorders, unexpected weight gain or loss, digestive issues, common vision problems, diabetes, heart disease, mental disorders, and hundreds of other common ailments. Throughout 300 pages of expert advice, the acclaimed specialists at Mayo Clinic offer strategies for detecting these common conditions, treating them early on, and reducing your overall risk for illness.
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The Slippery Slope of Healthcare : Why Bad Things Happen to Healthy Patients and How to Avoid Them by M.D Kussin, Steven Z. "Dr. Steven Kussin, physician and a pioneer in the Shared Decision movement, takes readers through the steps of how to avoid the many pitfalls of unnecessary and sometimes even dangerous medical care."--From publisher's description. A slippery slope describes how events progress from an initially innocent step to a cascade of subsequent misfortunes that are increasingly inevitable, difficult to stop, and more harmful than the last. In the attempt to improve what is already just fine, patients can unknowingly find themselves on this slope. This book shows them how to avoid it.
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See you at the campground : a guide to discovering community, connection, and a happier family in the great outdoors by Stephanie Puglisi"Stephanie and Jeremy Puglisi were stressed out, sleep-deprived, and near the end of their rope with infant twins. They had no clear idea of how they could continue to travel with a growing family and full-time jobs. Then they bought a pop-up camper, and their lives changed forever. Perfect for families who have never camped before, those thinking of exploring a new type of camping experience, and seasoned campers seeking high-level hacks and tips, See You at the Campground is the ultimate guide to fostering a sense of adventure and exploration in your family each time you hit the road"
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Dinner in French : my recipes by way of France by Melissa ClarkAn authoritative but comprehensive French cookbook by the James Beard Award-winning New York Times food writer and author of Dinner shares 150 wide-ranging recipes and modern updates of classic favorites, from Ratatouille Sheet-pan Chicken to Scalloped Potato Gratin.
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The Official Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea Cookbook by Downton Abbey This elegant cookbook captures the essence of teatime at Downton Abbey with classic recipes for sweets and savories, etiquette notes, tea service knowhow, and lavish imagery to recreate this British tradition. With this alluring and vibrant cookbook, fans of the PBS series and anglophiles alike can stage every stylish element of this cultural staple of British society at home. This charming cookbook also features a detailed narrative history and extols the proper decorum for teatime service, from tea gowns and tearooms to preparing and serving tea. Gorgeous food photographs, lifestyle stills from the television series and recent movie, and character quotes bring the characters of Downton Abbey - and this rich tradition - to life in contemporary times.
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Wealthy - "If a man is proud of his wealth, he should not be praised until it is known how he employs it." - Socrates
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The mindful millionaire : overcome scarcity, experience true prosperity, and create the life you really want by Leisa Peterson"A revolutionary book for creating financial well-being and living an abundantly satisfying life by finding the connections between mindfulness and real prosperity. Money is cited as the #1 cause of stress and one of the top 3 causes of divorce. The average American owes $8,400 on credit cards. 60% of college grads are in debt and 30% of Americans have nothing in the bank. The National Debt is rising.. Leisa Peterson's The Mindful Millionaire is written with these struggles in mind, so readers can live their best lives without worrying about money. It combines practical and spiritual guidance on how to begin a process of financial renewal in order to live prosperously. It takes readers on a fascinating three-part process to help them find the inextricable link between their heart, their soul and their money. By the end, readers will have radically reinvented their relationship with money"
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When you think about planning for retirement-whether it's years in the future or just around the corner-you're bound to have questions. Can I ever afford to stop working? Will Social Security be there for me when I need it? Is the market a safe place for my money? How can I make my money last? Have I waited too long to start saving? Suze Orman, answers all the questions that keep you up at night-starting with the biggest one: it is never too late to start planning for a next act that's fulfilling and secure. With her signature blend of compassion, insight, and expertise, Suze guides you toward a plan that will put you in control of your financialfuture and help you to create the retirement you deserve"
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The smart woman's guide to property law : protect your assets when you live with someone, marry, divorce, and more by Carla Spivack"The Smart Woman's Guide to Property Law shows how current property laws cheat women at various stages of life: marriage, caretaking, childrearing, outliving your spouse, inheritance, and more. Carla Spivack illuminates these pitfalls and shows women how to avoid them, protect their wealth, and build for the future"
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Wise - "Without freedom of thought, there can be no such thing as wisdom - and no such thing as public liberty without freedom of speech." -Benjamin Franklin
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Modern etiquette made easy : a five-step method to mastering etiquette by Myka Meier Etiquette tips from an experienced consultant and etiquette partner for high-profile clients. The Five-Step Meier Method goes beyond tradition and custom, however, to include kindness, consideration, and respect. Advice for personal and professional life includes first impressions, being a good guest, networking, table manners, and more.
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What you should know about politics-- but don't : a nonpartisan guide to the issues that matter by Jessamyn Conrad In a world of sound bites, deliberate misinformation, and a political scene colored by the blue versus red partisan divide, how does the average educated American find a reliable source that's free of political spin? What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't breaks it all down, issue by issue, explaining who stands for what, and why-whether it's the economy, income inequality, Obamacare, foreign policy, education, immigration, or climate change. If you're a Democrat, a Republican, or somewhere in between, it's the perfect book to brush up on a single topic or read through to get a deeper understanding of the often murky world of American politics. This is an essential volume for understanding the background to the 2020 presidential election. -- Provided by publisher.
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Yes to life : in spite of everything by Viktor E. Frankl"Eleven months after his liberation from Auschwitz, Viktor E. Frankl held a series of public lectures in Vienna, published here for the first time. The psychologist, who was to become world famous, explained his central thoughts on meaning, resilience and the importance of embracing life even in the face of great adversity"
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