Laura Smith Books

More and more people are finding out that it's possible to make money doing what you love, and it seems like new businesses are a dime a dozen. You can have the perfect product and most unique storefront, but if your audience isn't aware of your business, then you'll never get it off the ground. Just as important as your skills and craftsmanship is your ability to market them.There's no need to go through it alone, as Laura Smith has compiled the key steps you need to take to build a business that won't just thrive in the present, but continue upleveling in the future

To celebrate its fiftieth birthday, this comprehensive new catalogue records the breadth of art held in the international Hiscox Collection, as seen through the eyes of two celebrated contemporary artists. Edited by Whitney Hintz and Laura Smith. Global insurer Hiscox have been collecting modern and contemporary art for fifty years, and their significant collection comprises 1000 works by international artists at the forefront of contemporary practice. Including work by Etel Adnan, Nan Goldin, David Hockney, Joan Miró, Eduardo Paolozzi and Pablo Picasso, the collection will be on public view for the first time in two consecutive displays at Whitechapel Gallery: the first curated by British painter Gary Hume (b.1962) and the second by Berlin-based Venezualean artist Sol Calero (b.1982 ). The catalogue will include contributions by both artistcurators, as well as colour illustrations of every work in the collection.

Manage OCD and live a better life, thanks to this friendly Dummies guide People with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) need skills and tools to manage their symptoms. OCD For Dummies offers help for you or your loved one when it comes to recognizing, diagnosing, treating, and living with this common mental and behavioral disorder. Dummies gives you all the information you need on getting your symptoms under control and working toward remission. This edition updates you with the latest research on OCD, new therapeutic treatments, and all the most up-to-date resources to help you along on your OCD journey. You’re not alone—there are millions of people out there who understand what you’re going through, and OCD For Dummies does, too. Understand obsessive-compulsive disorder and get the help you need with this book. Discover what causes OCD and learn how identify the symptoms and early warning signs Learn about the latest medications, treatments, and resources available to help manage OCD symptoms Differentiate between OCD and related disorders so you can get the right help Help a loved one who suffers from OCD and get tips on how you can be supportive If you or someone you know has symptoms of OCD or has received a recent diagnosis, this book will gently guide you through building the skills and awareness that will let you live life to its fullest.

Drawing on the avant-garde movements of both Expressionism and Surrealism, the women of Abstract Expressionism redefined artistic practice as an immersive arena for action, process and consciousness. Their paintings were regarded not as images but as events. Although the movement officially began in mid-century USA, it quickly - through myriad means - spread around the world and became a catalyst for redefining ideas around aesthetics, poetry, philosophy and politics. This new publication, accompanying a major European touring exhibition, will include works by 40 artists from across the globe, from well-known practitioners such as Carmen Herrera, Etel Adnan, Sandra Blow and Helen Frankenthaler, to lesser-known names from countries such as Australia, China, Iceland, Japan, Mexico, Mozambique, Romania and Venezuela: women who took up the ideas and methodologies of the movement but endowed them with specific cultural and subjective dimensions. The catalaogue will include essays by Christian Levett, Joan Marter, Agustin Perez Rubio and Elizabeth Smith, as well as full colour illustrations of all the works.

In this friendly, cheerful, no-nonsense guide, leading clinical psychologists Laura L. Smith and Charles H. Elliot give you the straight talk on what you face and proven, practical advice on how to punch back and win. Showing you how to know your enemy, they demystify common types of depression, explain its physical effects, and help identify the kind you have. Armed in this way, you can take firmer steps toward the lifestyle changes--as well as therapy or medication--that will put you back in control

Recognize narcissists in your life and set healthy boundaries to start healing today Narcissism For Dummies pulls back the curtain on a growing and misunderstood personality. This book digs into dimensions of narcissism, grandiosity, malignancy, and vulnerability, giving you the knowledge and perspective you need to identify narcissists in your life and set limits on unacceptable behavior. It also takes a look at how society plays a part in fostering narcissism, for example through social media. You'll walk away from Narcissism For Dummies with a clearer sense of the personality trait, as well as necessary coping mechanisms and tools to deal with the narcissists in your life. Deal with narcissistic parents, bosses, coworkers, relatives, romantic partners, and beyond Discover tactics and exercises for identifying, disarming, and protecting yourself from narcissists Set limits, establish healthy boundaries, and rebuild your self-confidence Understand narcissistic personality in all its manifestations Anyone whose life has been touched by narcissism will find this book helpful, whether you're coming to terms with a loved one's diagnosis, dealing with a narcissist in the workplace, or working to move forward after leaving a narcissistic relationship.

This book includes a variety of proven methods to manage ADHD symptoms naturally and will give parents a comprehensive idea of what ADHD is, and how you can deal with children who suffer from it

The narrative follows Professor Peter Smith, who reflects on his vibrant youth immersed in the punk rock scene of the late 1970s. His rebellious spirit led him away from academia and into chaotic concerts filled with disillusioned youth, where he experienced transformative performances by iconic bands like the Sex Pistols and the Clash. Despite the dangers and challenges of this lifestyle, Smith embraced the excitement until a life-altering accident left him paralyzed. This book serves as a cathartic exploration of his extraordinary journey through music and resilience.

Focusing on the interplay between American environmental literature and ecological restoration, this book employs a storying-restorying-restoring framework to analyze how writers influence restoration politics. It profiles five key environmental authors—Thoreau, Muir, Leopold, Douglas, and Abbey—examining their impact on conservation efforts and public perceptions of wilderness. By intertwining literary analysis with environmental history and policy, the work highlights the significant role of literature in shaping ecological restoration and rewilding discussions.