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A clear, accessible approach to aligning your thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors with what you truly want so you can live the best life you deserve. Do you feel like you're waiting for something to happen? Waiting and hoping that someone or something will transform your current situation? Many successful leaders find themselves frustrated and stuck. You work hard, do the right thing, play by the rules, and still feel like you don't know how to shift...
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Why are so few people talking about the eruption of sexual violence and harassment in Europe's cities? No one in a position of power wants to admit that the problem is linked to the arrival of several million migrants-most of them young men-from Muslim-majority countries.
In Prey, the best-selling author of Infidel, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, presents startling statistics, criminal cases and personal testimony. Among these facts: In 2014, sexual violence...
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From the author of the internationally bestselling Kosher Sex. A wake-up call about the growing trend of misogyny in our culture-as evidenced by the flood of reality TV shows, ads, and lyrics that portray women as brainless bimbos, or worse
Shmuley Boteach, the social commentator and outspoken relationship guru, shares his grave concerns about our society's growing contempt for women. Turn on the television: Reality TV shows such as The Bachelor,...
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Generations past and present have always debated gender role and gender stereotype with much variance. What is paradoxical is that many of the concepts governing women in society do not originate among women. Sad but true, in some cultures the value placed on women is equal to that of a commodity or a product used by consumers. Female bias can be less remuneration than their male counterpart for the same job. Within religious circles, although women...
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2022
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This open access book focuses on Albanian internal and international female migration and places gender at the heart of postsocialist transformation. It explores the vulnerabilities that arise for female citizens from the contradictory policies produced by the Albanian state. By illuminating the intersection of gender and migration, it shows how Albanian women are likely to embed themselves in complex social relations and migration trajectories.
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In the run-up to the 2012 presidential election, Democrats and Republicans were locked in a fierce battle for the female vote. Democrats charged Republicans with waging a "war on women," while Republicans countered that Democratic policies actually undermined women's rights. The women of the Senate wielded particular power, planning press conferences, appearing on political programs, and taking to the Senate floor over gender-related issues such as...
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How did women contribute to the French Army in the World Wars? Drawing on myriad sources, historian Andrew Orr examines the roles and value of the many French women who have been overlooked by historians-those who worked as civilians supporting the military. During the First World War, most officers expected that the end of the war would see a return to prewar conditions, so they tolerated women in supporting roles. But soon after the November 1918...
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Who were the jujitsuffragettes?
In the early twentieth century, women in England demanded the right to vote—and faced violent retaliation. Rather than back down, the suffragist group Women’s Social and Political Union formed its own security unit. Edith Garrud, a pioneering self-defense instructor, trained them to fight back against abuse and arrest while pursuing long-overdue rights.
This graphic retelling of Garrud’s life reveals the resilience...
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⚽ Are you searching for a book that will inspire and empower the young women in your life? ⚽
Look no further than "The Most Inspirational Women's Soccer Stories Of All Time". This collection of over 30 captivating stories is the perfect way to celebrate the power of women in sports and fuel their passion for soccer.
Including the unforgettable tales of:
• The Dick, Kerr Ladies: Ultimate pioneers of the game
• The World Cup erased from history
• The...
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⚽ Are you searching for a book that will inspire and empower the young women in your life? ⚽
Look no further than "The Most Inspirational Women's Football Stories Of All Time" This collection of over 30 captivating stories is the perfect way to celebrate the power of women in sports and fuel their passion for football.From Readers:"We need more books like this honoring women, especially in sports and breaking barriers. The author did a great...
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When will Jesus return? It is right now. If we look at the signs that Jesus gave about the last day of His return, we can see how concerned Jesus was about the prevalence of atheism and the persecution of the weak. (Matthew 24, Mark 13, Luke 17 and 21) The specific time of the Second Coming is set as 'a time when women suffer horribly because their right to abortion is violated'. Do you remember what Jesus said to the women of Jerusalem at the beginning...
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The next entry in the Minute Meditations series comes The Beauty of God's Blessings. Following in the success of Bedside Blessings, this latest title is a beautiful book compiling 365 short excerpts from W Publishing, Thomas Nelson, and J. Countryman female authors such as Catherine Marshall, Elisabeth Elliot, Leslie Williams, and Harriet Crosby. Each reading is accompanied with Scripture. It follows in succession with the look, format, cover design...
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"I hope this book helps you help yourself live with female stress so that you can manage it rather than have it manage you. Knowledge is power, so read on." -Dr. Georgia Witkin
In this new Third Edition updated to address 21st-century concerns, the noted stress expert, psychologist, author, and TV commentator has thoroughly revised and expanded her classic bestseller, which has sold over 200,000 copies and been translated into 9 languages. "New stresses,...
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Over the past ten years, the number of wives who have affairs has grown dramatically-recent surveys suggest by as much as 50 percent. Yet in all the acres of space devoted to male infidelity, so far this has been a largely untouched subject. In this guide, Carol Botwin-advice columnist, therapist, and author-rushes to help rather than condemn. Drawing from six hundred interviews and case histories-with both husbands and wives-Botwin examines causes,...
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A wandering through Women's Mental Health and Evolution, from the struggles for rights in the past to the empowerment and autonomy sought by women today, the book navigates economic realities, modern challenges, and the complexities of the workplace. It delves into the psychological impact of prioritizing mental health and personal growth, celebrating the empowerment that comes with aligning choices with individual values.This book paints a nuanced...
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Eve, Sarah, Deborah, Mary, the woman at the well… women have played pivotal roles in redemptive history. Their case studies reveal God's perspective on women, then and now.
Few biblical teachings have been as misunderstood and muddled by those inside and outside the church as its instruction concerning women. Through His Eyes answers the question "What does God think about women, and how does he treat them?" by walking readers through several biblical...
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Are you curious about the untold truths behind anal sex? Dive into the pages of "Unveiling the Hidden Risks: Exploring the Dangers of Anal Sex to Women" and embark on an eye-opening journey that will empower you with knowledge and understanding.In this groundbreaking eBook, we peel back the layers of misconceptions surrounding anal sex to reveal its hidden risks and potential dangers specifically related to women. No longer will these crucial discussions...
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As developing states adopt neoliberal policies, more and more working-class women find themselves pulled into the public sphere. They are pressed into wage work by a privatizing and unstable job market. Likewise, they are pulled into public roles by gender mainstreaming policies that developing states must sign on to in order to receive transnational aid. Their inclusion into the political economy is very beneficial for society, but is it also beneficial...
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This book goes beyond the royal courts to explore the diverse roles and contributions of women in ancient Egyptian society. From everyday life to religious practices, "Women of the Nile" sheds light on the multifaceted experiences of women and their impact on the cultural, social, and economic tapestry of one of history's most fascinating civilizations.
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