Can affirmative action in US college admissions survive mounting threats? This judicious review, part of the Sociology of Diversity series, considers the question using up-to-date sociological, policy and legal perspectives to explain both sides of the fierce debate over affirmative action in the context of prominent Supreme Court cases.
Ten Rules for Being Human as Introduced in Chicken Soup for the Soul
Discover the essential rules of life to navigate challenges, manage life's unpredictability, and achieve personal satisfaction. Many feel lost in the game of life, but this insightful guide provides the necessary tools to thrive. Chérie Carter-Scott, a corporate trainer and consultant, developed "The Ten Rules for Being Human" during a workshop, which quickly resonated with participants. The Rules spread widely, appearing in thousands of homes and publications like Chicken Soup for the Soul and Ann Landers' column. While there is no definitive formula for winning at life, Chérie's Rules offer universal wisdom that fosters meaningful relationships with ourselves and others, both personally and professionally. In this collection of thoughtful, inspirational essays, she emphasizes that life presents no mistakes, only lessons to be learned. Through personal anecdotes, Chérie explores themes such as self-esteem, respect, acceptance, forgiveness, ethics, compassion, humility, gratitude, and courage. Most importantly, she reveals that the wisdom to live a fulfilling life resides within each of us. By embracing the Ten Rules for Being Human, we can unlock our potential and create a more enriching existence.
A Cutting Edge Guide to Becoming Yourself
Surviving high school, dealing with parents, and making the right choices just became a whole lot easier! With terrific, nonjudgmental advice, real-life anecdotes teens can relate to and learn from, and motivating quotes from popular personalities, this book gives teens the tools to help play the game their way.
How to Recover from Your Addiction to Negativity and Turn Your Life Around
"Easy to read with plenty of case studies and fine advice." Milwaukee Journal Do you sometimes focus on all time times you blew it and things didn't work out? Do you often find yourself expecting the worst so as not to be disappointed? When friends compliment you, do you brush it off, dismiss it, or look for an ulterior motive? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you could be a Negaholic -- and ready to find help and hope in this book.
Hommage à toutes les mamans du monde, cet ouvrage se propose de les accompagner au long de l'extraordinaire aventure de la maternité, dans ses immenses joies comme dans ses grands tracas, inhérents à l'éducation. Pourquoi un nourrisson chamboule-t-il votre vie, que vous le vouliez ou non ? Comment transmettre des valeurs à un enfant sans brimer sa personnalité ? Quand réconforter, quand punir ? Conseil en motivation célèbre dans le monde entier et auteur de best-sellers internationaux, Chérie Carter-Scott développe ici les dix principes universels de la maternité. Même si chaque situation est unique, il faut savoir que, dans tous les cas, les petits s'épanouissent mieux lorsque l'on respecte leur " essence ", qu'une maman a divers rôles à jouer, qu'elle grandit avec sa progéniture, qu'elle ne doit pas sacrifier son bien-être sous peine de moins bien remplir sa mission, qu'il y aura des hauts et des bas, et, surtout... que la mère parfaite n'existe pas ! Le Don d'être mère : un livre positif, chaleureux et essentiel sur le plus merveilleux cadeau de la vie.
Hoe richt je je leven in om de vrouw van je dromen te worden? - druk 1
Werkboek met praktische oefeningen, vragenlijsten en voorbeelden voor vrouwen om het zelfvertrouwen en de persoonlijke kracht te vergroten.
Lessen in het zoeken van schoonheid binnen in de mens.
Praktische handleiding voor coaching in zowel werk- als privésituaties.
Praktische adviezen voor het bereiken van succes in het leven.
Praktische adviezen voor het bereiken van succes in het leven.
