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Schizophrenia in the Family. How do we cope? How can we help? We each have adult sons with schizophrenia and have written acclaimed books about it. We say it like it is, to help families, practitioners and those with SMI (serious mental illness) feel less alone...and learn. Randye Kaye, Mindy Greiling, Miriam Feldman...and guests.

When Norbert Elliot graduated from his New Orleans Catholic grammar school in 1966, he was determined to claw himself free from his family and the place they called home. Interlacing the history of one of America’s iconic cities with his childhood memories, Elliot explores two hundred and fifty years of intentional cruelty and promised charity. With a focus on disposable lives, his memoir calls into question traditional views of family and home and asks us to imagine the freedom of lives lived on the delicate line between what can, and cannot, be.

Marriage is beautiful. It’s meant to be a picture of Jesus and his love for the church. But it’s tough to live up to that. Every relationship comes with challenges. Whether you’re in your first or 51st year, you can grow in your marriage.

Tired of awkward silences, ghosted messages, and first dates that fizzle before the drinks arrive? Meet your new wingman: The NLP Dating Playbook—a laugh-out-loud, science-backed guide to building instant rapport, mastering social cues, and actually enjoying the dating game. Malcom Kasha delivers a practical and witty crash course in using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to make meaningful, real-time connections in the chaotic world of modern romance. Whether you’re swiping through apps, prepping for a first date, or trying to decode your date’s body language, this book offers ...

Never before has raising teens been so perplexing. If you are wondering what on earth you're doing wrong, you're not alone. But there is hope. By learning to meaningfully express love amid your teens' many changes, you can stay connected, maintain influence, and help them grow into healthy adults.

Are you a parent of a child with Autism? Are you ready to rise above the diagnosis? Each week on Autism Parenting Secrets, we are going to share how you can rise up and become the parent you need to be. Get personalized support at: elevatehowyounavigate.com

True stories of hope and healing! In November 2019, Craig McMahon released the first documentary in his Life to Afterlife Spirituality Series, "Mom, Can You Hear Me?" The documentary reached a circle far wider than any anticipated. The parents who participated had all experienced the passing of a child and had moved forward towards healing. All were members of Helping Parents Heal, a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources for parents and families who have experienced the unthinkable. They shared their stories with Craig to allow others to know that they can also heal. ...

Learn how power players quietly control the room, turn minds, and win—without ever seeming like they’re trying. Are you tired of being outplayed in conversations, relationships, or power dynamics? Do you ever feel like someone else is pulling the strings and you can’t even see how? What if you could understand the hidden psychology of seduction and persuasion—and use it to your advantage? For most people, manipulation is a dirty word. But the truth is, it's happening all around you—at work, in love, on social media, and behind closed doors.

A Parent’s Guide to Gifted Children (2007), the quintessential compendium of raising gifted children, has been revised! In this new edition, coauthors Edward R. Amend Psy.D., Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, and Janet Gore, M.Ed. reinforce the reliable approaches originally explored in the first edition, while drawing extensively on the wealth of research and information developed over the last 15 years in the areas of neuroscience, psychology, and education.

A guy who rejects or breaks up with you should no longer exist in your life. Contacting him or allowing him to stay in touch with you will make you work harder and harder to convince him that you’re worth his love and attention, and it will compel you to play that ugly and unwinnable game called Chase-a-Man. The best way to avoid this ugly game and break his spell over you is to cut the guy off (cease all communications and interactions) for a set period of time, or in some cases, keep him cut off out of your life indefinitely.

From Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, a deeply personal and richly compassionate supportive guide that helps caregivers care for themselves while they navigate a loved one's dementia.

Love-seekers today have to deal with a precarious terrain of dating and partnering that seems to encourage a lack of commitment and clarity. Calling in “The One” will empower you to have a radically different experience by shifting your painful patterns in love from the inside out, graduating you from unsatisfying relationships and unleashing your power to manifest the happy, healthy love you desire.

A unique survivor memoir. Essays that range from heartwarming to brutal. Individual trigger warnings (TW) allow listeners to practice self-care. Washington State native Mary Knight, MSW, experienced various forms of child sex trafficking, sometimes in her own home. Her parents were her pimps. Knight's current life is filled with safety, love, joy, and children. Happily married, she is a child advocate, a foster parent, and a grandmother.

Passionate Marriage has long been recognized as the pioneering book on intimate human relationships. Now with a new preface by the author, this updated edition explores the ways we can keep passion alive and even reach the height of sexual and emotional fulfillment later in life. Acclaimed psychologist David Schnarch guides couples toward greater intimacy with proven techniques developed in his clinical practice and worldwide workshops.

Transform your relationship in just 8 weeks with proven techniques to boost intimacy, build trust, and resolve conflicts—even if past efforts have failed. Are you struggling with constant arguments or emotional distance? The Complete Couples Therapy Workbook offers practical, step-by-step exercises to help couples reconnect, communicate effectively, and rebuild trust. Whether you’ve been together for months or decades, this workbook is tailored to fit your relationship’s unique challenges and goals.

Imagine welcoming new love into your life without the crippling weight of grief—even if it feels impossible right now. Have you ever felt trapped in overwhelming grief, questioning how you’ll ever find love again? Do you long to honor your lost partner while opening your heart to new possibilities, yet feel paralyzed by guilt and uncertainty? If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone. Many who have experienced deep loss share this emotional journey. But here’s the empowering truth: It is entirely possible to find love and purpose again, step by step, at your own pace.

*Updated 2025 Edition *Introducing: Comprehensive, Effective Tips for Co-Parenting With A Covert NarcissistDid the abuse ramp up after the divorce? Is he making co-parenting a nightmare, or worse – are his actions affecting the children, too? Are you having trouble communicating with him while still respecting your boundaries? You’re feeling manipulated, angry, sad, and you might even still be grieving the loss of your marriage (which is totally normal!) – and this book is here to help. It includes COMPREHENSIVE tools reviewed by a mental health counselor that really work.

Break free from emotional barriers and reclaim inner confidence—even if fear has held you back for years. Are you struggling with emotional detachment and finding it hard to connect with loved ones? Does intimacy leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated, even when surrounded by supportive people? Or maybe you wrestle with the fear of vulnerability, unsure if you'll ever fully trust again. You’re not alone. Many adults, whether single or in relationships, experience these challenges but still yearn for genuine connection.

Discover the marriage you've always hoped for. How to Speak Life to Your Husband by bestselling author Ann Wilson—plus helpful reflections from her husband, Dave—provides the encouragement, hope, and practical tools you need to speak lovingly, truthfully, and with grace to motivate change when you feel stuck.

Breaking up in normal circumstances is hard enough. If you throw a narcissist into the equation, it makes it all the more difficult. If you're looking to listen to this audiobook, you're likely heartbroken and looking for some guidance, support, or understanding. As someone who has been through the hell of a narcissistic relationship, I can offer you all three, and I hope this audiobook can help you make sense of this heartbreaking time.