Life Moments for Women
Title | Life Moments for Women PDF eBook |
Author | Patty DeDominic |
Publisher | |
Pages | 324 |
Release | 2012-01-31 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 9781883423278 |
Transitions in a Woman's Life
Title | Transitions in a Woman's Life PDF eBook |
Author | Ramona Thieme Mercer |
Publisher | Churchill Livingstone |
Pages | 234 |
Release | 1989 |
Genre | Medical |
ISBN |
The Seasons of a Woman's Life
Title | The Seasons of a Woman's Life PDF eBook |
Author | Daniel J. Levinson |
Publisher | Ballantine Books |
Pages | 465 |
Release | 1997-02-11 |
Genre | Health & Fitness |
ISBN | 0345311744 |
"A HIGHLY NUANCED PORTRAIT, in every shade of gray, of individual women negotiating the transitions of what Levinson calls early adulthood *ages 18 to 45." *The New York Times Book Review Nearly twenty years ago, esteemed Yale psychologist Daniel J. Levinson wrote the groundbreaking classic, The Seasons of a Man's Life, which became the stimulus for a revolution in thinking about life passages, helping thousands of men make sense of their own lives. Now it is womens' turn. Based on exhaustive interviews with a diverse group of forty-five women, The Seasons of a Woman's Life completes and substantiates Levinson's thesis: that all human beings go right on developing throughout their lives in a pattern of amazing inevitability. Firmly grounded in original scientific research, The Seasons of a Woman's Life is unusual in being not only vividly readable but a rich source of insights and consolation. It speaks with uncanny directness to the dreams, emotional crises, inexplicable feelings, social conflicts, and psychological upheavals that mark each woman's life course. Every woman will recognize *and find comfort in recognizing *the deep shape of her own life in the pattern it outlines, from Early Adult Transition (ages 17 to 22) to the Mid-life Transition (ages 40 to 45) and beyond. Alive with the voices of real women, perceptive and sympathetic, this book is destined *like its predecessor *to become a classic. "AFFIRMING AND ILLUMINATING . . . PSYCHOLOGICALLY RICH." *San Jose Mercury News "HELPFUL AND ENLIGHTENING." *Booklist "GROUNDBREAKING." *Feminist Bookstore News
The Moment of Lift
Title | The Moment of Lift PDF eBook |
Author | Melinda Gates |
Publisher | Flatiron Books |
Pages | 224 |
Release | 2019-04-23 |
Genre | Social Science |
ISBN | 1250313562 |
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “In her book, Melinda tells the stories of the inspiring people she’s met through her work all over the world, digs into the data, and powerfully illustrates issues that need our attention—from child marriage to gender inequity in the workplace.” — President Barack Obama “The Moment of Lift is an urgent call to courage. It changed how I think about myself, my family, my work, and what’s possible in the world. Melinda weaves together vulnerable, brave storytelling and compelling data to make this one of those rare books that you carry in your heart and mind long after the last page.” — Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Dare to Lead “Melinda Gates has spent many years working with women around the world. This book is an urgent manifesto for an equal society where women are valued and recognized in all spheres of life. Most of all, it is a call for unity, inclusion and connection. We need this message more than ever.” — Malala Yousafzai "Melinda Gates's book is a lesson in listening. A powerful, poignant, and ultimately humble call to arms." — Tara Westover, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Educated A debut from Melinda Gates, a timely and necessary call to action for women's empowerment. “How can we summon a moment of lift for human beings – and especially for women? Because when you lift up women, you lift up humanity.” For the last twenty years, Melinda Gates has been on a mission to find solutions for people with the most urgent needs, wherever they live. Throughout this journey, one thing has become increasingly clear to her: If you want to lift a society up, you need to stop keeping women down. In this moving and compelling book, Melinda shares lessons she’s learned from the inspiring people she’s met during her work and travels around the world. As she writes in the introduction, “That is why I had to write this book—to share the stories of people who have given focus and urgency to my life. I want all of us to see ways we can lift women up where we live.” Melinda’s unforgettable narrative is backed by startling data as she presents the issues that most need our attention—from child marriage to lack of access to contraceptives to gender inequity in the workplace. And, for the first time, she writes about her personal life and the road to equality in her own marriage. Throughout, she shows how there has never been more opportunity to change the world—and ourselves. Writing with emotion, candor, and grace, she introduces us to remarkable women and shows the power of connecting with one another. When we lift others up, they lift us up, too.
Celebrate
Title | Celebrate PDF eBook |
Author | Women of Faith |
Publisher | Thomas Nelson Inc |
Pages | 129 |
Release | 2012-02-07 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1418549282 |
Women spend so much of their lives waiting to be happy. When I meet Mr. Right . . . when the kids are grown . . . when I retire . . . What are you waiting for? Right here, right now, even in the midst of the challenges you face every day, there is so much to appreciate and enjoy. It's a matter of perspective-knowing where (and how) to look for the blessings God has given us. Join us and start noticing the joys hiding in plain sight. You'll find there's plenty to celebrate! Through this study, women will discover the hidden joys in life's circumstances, learn to live with an attitude of gratitude, and find the secrets to contentment and hope. Women of Faith Study Guides sold to date: More than 2 million
Dear Life
Title | Dear Life PDF eBook |
Author | Alice Munro |
Publisher | Vintage |
Pages | 336 |
Release | 2012-11-13 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 0307961044 |
WINNER OF THE NOBEL PRIZE© IN LITERATURE 2013 A New York Times Notable Book A Washington Post Notable Work of Fiction A Best Book of the Year: The Atlantic, NPR, San Francisco Chronicle, Vogue, AV Club In story after story in this brilliant new collection, Alice Munro pinpoints the moment a person is forever altered by a chance encounter, an action not taken, or a simple twist of fate. Her characters are flawed and fully human: a soldier returning from war and avoiding his fiancée, a wealthy woman deciding whether to confront a blackmailer, an adulterous mother and her neglected children, a guilt-ridden father, a young teacher jilted by her employer. Illumined by Munro’s unflinching insight, these lives draw us in with their quiet depth and surprise us with unexpected turns. And while most are set in her signature territory around Lake Huron, some strike even closer to home: an astonishing suite of four autobiographical tales offers an unprecedented glimpse into Munro’s own childhood. Exalted by her clarity of vision and her unparalleled gift for storytelling, Dear Life shows how strange, perilous, and extraordinary ordinary life can be.
The Moment I Knew
Title | The Moment I Knew PDF eBook |
Author | Terri Spahr Nelson |
Publisher | |
Pages | 188 |
Release | 2011-06-01 |
Genre | Family & Relationships |
ISBN | 9780982580622 |
"Life gives us brief moments with another...but sometimes in those brief moments we get memories that last a life time." (Author Unknown) There are some moments in our lives that are so significant they become etched in our memories and they leave behind indelible imprints. They may be decisions, crises or challenges, or simply situations we stumble upon. These moments often change us in ways we never expected. Sugati Publications asked women around the world "Tell us about the moment you knew." The top 30 most intriguing, captivating and touching responses are featured in this women's anthology. The Moment I Knew-Reflections from Women on Life's Defining Moments is a collection of essays and poems about those unforgettable times in the lives of women. Thirty women from six different countries share their personal experiences and insights from the wonder and sublime of everyday life to unexpected crises. These women's stories will kindle personal reflection and inspire further discussion--perfect for a book group! The Moment I Knew is the second book in the "Reflections from Women" series. These books are based on the "Women's Collaborative Empowerment Model" for writing and publishing at Sugati Publications where the authors are invited, empowered and encouraged to participate in the publication process from start to finish. In the spirit of supporting and empowering women, Sugati Publications donates a percentage of all profits from the Reflections from Women books to non-profit agencies providing assistance to women and girls. The charities that will benefit from The Moment I Knew include: Women's Microfinance Initiative, The Nurse-Family Partnership Program, and Women Writing for (a) Change.