For every parenting philosophy, there’s a book out there to support it or to point out its perceived shortcomings. While the majority of parenting books can be read in a manner that allows parents and childcare providers to use the advice that works for their situation and discard the rest, there are some on the market that are strange or downright dangerous. While these books aren’t always accepted by parenting experts, developmental specialists or medical professionals as particularly … [Read more...]
PARENTING, 9 Most Unusual Parenting Books for Sale
“Development Advocate” is out, 12 compelling stories
MEMBER OF A LOCAL WOMEN’S COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION IN PAKISTAN, ONE OF MORE THAN 1,000 SUCH ORGANIZATIONS AIDED BY UNDP’S REFUGEE AFFECTED AND HOSTING AREAS PROGRAMME “As in last year’s issue, these stories highlight UNDP’s critical work on poverty reduction, democratic governance, crisis prevention and recovery, and the environment and sustainable development,” said UNDP head Helen Clark in a letter to readers. “They remind us that people are and always will be the centre of UNDP’s work.” … [Read more...]
Jan 25th at 10:30am PT, Special Webcast @ Lou Adler
(Special webcast being held on Jan 25th at 10:30am PT to discuss this.)Over the past 30+ years as a recruiter, I can confirm that at least two-thirds of my hiring manager clients weren’t very good at interviewing. Yet, over 90% thought they were. To overcome this situation, it was critical that I became a better interviewer than them, to prove with evidence that the candidate was competent and motivated to do the work required. This led me on a quest for the single best interview question that … [Read more...]
The Liberating Truth: How Jesus Empowers Women – Jesus, the Feminist
Throughout his ministry, Jesus promoted the dignity and equality of women. He affirmed, honored and encouraged them in their faith, gave them dignity, equality and value, and talked about them to men as positive examples of faith. Jesus vigorously promoted the 'dignity and equality of women' in the midst of a male-dominated society. This is an amazing thing. Considering most, if not all of the rabbis, plus the Pharisees, the Romans, the laws and the customs, were united in their … [Read more...]
Release of Courtney’s Story: Through Her Father’s Eyes by Reginald Todd Hewitt
ANNOUNCEMENT: Announcing the release of Courtney’s Story: Through Her Father’s Eyes by Reginald Todd Hewitt. ABOUT: This book is a true account of the events that took place throughout Courtney’s adult life. From the moment she found out she was HIV positive to her untimely death from a misdiagnosis of PML Disease, is depicted throughout the 6 chapters. How her family dealt with this tragedy is also recounted throughout the book. Her four children lost their mother at a very … [Read more...]
Women Food and God
Hand Picks Up Fork creator, Jennie says: 'I love Geneen Roth, but didn’t expect to like this book. I’m fortunate that I was never significantly overweight. I’m not someone who has gained and lost hundreds of pounds. Technically, my weight has always fallen within a “normal” range. But in the words of Geneen Roth: “I have experienced the anguish of revolving my life around food.” In the end, I found so much insight within its pages that I struggled to narrow down a massive list of my … [Read more...]
Expert Group calls on Tunisia to strengthen Women’s Rights
Expert Group calls on Tunisia to strengthen women's rights Kamala Chandrakirana The Working Group on Discrimination against Women has called on Tunisia to adopt stronger measures in its draft constitution to combat gender inequality and discrimination. The Group has just completed a five day visit to the country where two years ago, civil resistance led to the fall of longtime President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and the subsequent holding of democratic elections. The head of the Working … [Read more...]
Nicole McCance Psychology, launching new book JAN 21
I am launching my new book, 52 Ways to Beat Depression Naturally on January 21, 2013. In the book, I draw on Eastern and Western philosophies, relaxation techniques, nutritional and exercise strategies, sleep therapy, and other means of combating depression – with not a single pill in sight. Do you need a natural mood boost? I have been working in the field of depression for over 10 years, and have compiled 52 different techniques, tips, and exercises that you can do right now to start … [Read more...]
UN Women, Informal Justice Systems …
Informal Justice Systems: Charting a Course for Human Rights-based Engagement Author: Danish Institute for Human Rights Informal Justice Systems: Charting a Course for Human Rights-Based Engagement is a study that has been jointly commissioned by UNDP, UNICEF and UN Women. It is the first comprehensive assessment that has been conducted of informal justice systems and human rights protection. To enable more effective engagement that enhances access to justice and the protection of … [Read more...]
Managing The Anxieties Of Being A Leader
Managing The Anxieties Of Being A Leader Sometimes, fear and anxiety can overwhelm us when we have to be a leader. Being a leader requires the ability to lead people in doing a certain task. This can sometimes be a little scary. As a result, here is list of ways in how to reduce the fear and anxiety of being a leader. Understand that you need to know what the task is that needs to be accomplished. Knowing what you must do is important and can save you a lot of time and stress. … [Read more...]
Global Employment Trends for Women 2012, Report
Global Employment Trends for Women 2012 Part of the Global Employment Trends series, this publication delivers the most current information on emerging trends and key challenges facing women in labour markets around the world. Type: Book Date issued: 15 December 2012 Reference: 978-92-2-126657-0[ISBN] Format available: 70 pp. Prices: for hard (printed) copy: CHF 25; USD 27; GBP 17; EUR 20 Support medium: Paperback Contact(s): To order: [email protected] Women face particular … [Read more...]
Louis Braille is celebrated Jan 4
WORLD BRAILLE DAY January 4 ... celebrates the magic of six small dots. We celebrate World Braille Day in honor to give tribute to the genius Louis Braille. World Braille Day gives an opportunity to all the organization which are working for the blind so that they can display their work and promote the Braille language and also educate the others on the issue that is affecting the blind. In 1829, Louis Braille published the Method of Writing Words, … [Read more...]
Relationships, celebrating Arielle Ford’s book “Wabi Sabi” Love
Are you filled with "Wabi Sabi" love? Does your significant other have a really annoying habit that drives you up the wall? Makes you crazy? If you do, the good news is you are not alone. Here's a top ten list I found recently... Squeezing the toothpaste: bottom or middle? Playing the TV too loud Leaving dirty laundry (or towels) E V E R Y W H E R E... Watching TV in the bedroom while you try to sleep Leaving the toilet seat … [Read more...]
Neale Donald Walsch celebrates Marianne Williamson’s new book
As the New Year is about to begin, I'm so pleased to let you know that my good friend Marianne Williamson has written a new book. It's called The Law of Divine Compensation: On Work, Money and Miracles In the book, Marianne focuses on the fact that while millions of people in the world have suffered devastating financial woes, losing their jobs and their security, sometimes even their homes, and sense of worth, each of us has the power within us to believe that good things are possible, … [Read more...]
‘Worthiness, authentically & wholeheartedly is essential’ … WOMEN in RECOVERY
The Hustle for Worthiness The Highest Purpose of your Higher Power ... is to restore your Self-awareness and Self-esteem as Children of God and help you accept the Love and Unlimited Blessings that God grants you. To live wholeheartedly and authentically requires worthiness. It is an essential ingredient too often overlooked. We are bombarded constantly with thoughts of “not being enough” – primarily working subconsciously. And these undetected thoughts lead … [Read more...]