This ethnography of personhood in post-genocide Rwanda investigates how residents of a small town grapple with what kinds of persons they ought to become in the wake of violence. Based on fieldwork carried out over the course of a decade, it uncovers how conflicting moral demands emerge from the 1994 genocide, from cultural contradictions around “good” personhood, and from both state and popular visions for the future. What emerges is a profound dissonance in town residents’ selfhood. While they strive to be agents of change who can catalyze a new era of modern Rwandan nationhood, they are also devastated by the genocide and struggle to recover a sense of selfhood and belonging in the absence of kin, friends, and neighbors. In drawing out the contradictions at the heart of self-making and social life in contemporary Rwanda, this book asserts a novel argument about the ordinary lives caught in global post-conflict imperatives to remember and to forget, to mourn and to prosper.

Discover the relaxing, mindful practice of slow drawing Whether you enjoy drawing and doodling or are looking for a way to de-stress, boost creativity, and reconnect with what matters most, this appealing guide will invite you in to the soothing art of slow drawing. With 25 nature-inspired patterns designed to relax the mind, Draw Yourself Calm provides a welcome break from our stressful, always-on world. Ditch perfectionism, tune in to the moment, and nurture yourself creatively and spiritually – one line at a time.

Introduction: Person, nation, and violence in Rwanda -- The post-conflict moment in Butare and its antecedents -- Ethnicity's specter in post-ethnic times -- Living with absence -- Creativity, positive thinking, and their perils -- Making peace by remaking persons -- Conclusion: The post-conflict, the postcolonial, and peaceful selves

Discover the Power of Positive Time-Out Time-out is one of the most popular disciplinary techniques used in homes and schools today. But instead of being the positive, motivating, experience it should be for children, it is often punitive, counterproductive, and damaging to their gentle psyches. In this book, bestselling parenting author Jane Nelsen shows you how to make time-out a positive learning experience for children. Inside, you'll discover how positive time-out can teach children the art of self-discipline and instill such invaluable qualities as self-confidence and problem-solving skills. You'll also learn how to: ·Make time-out an encouraging experience ·Develop an attitude and action plan to avoid power struggles with children ·Empower children by involving them in the behavior changing process ·Understand the mistaken goals of negative behavior "Gives parents and teachers the encouragement and tools they need to help children handle their own behavior."—Sheryl Hausinger, M.D., Texas Children's Pediatric Associates and mother of three "Offers more than 50 ways that parents can set limits while still encouraging their kids. It should be in every doctor's waiting room."—Jody McVittie, M.D., family physician

The instant New York Times bestseller End the struggle, speak up for what you need, and experience the freedom of being truly yourself. Healthy boundaries. We all know we should have them--in order to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family. But what do "healthy boundaries" really mean--and how can we successfully express our needs, say "no," and be assertive without offending others? Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world. In a relatable and inclusive tone, Set Boundaries, Find Peace presents simple-yet-powerful ways to establish healthy boundaries in all aspects of life. Rooted in the latest research and best practices used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), these techniques help us identify and express our needs clearly and without apology--and unravel a root problem behind codependency, power struggles, anxiety, depression, burnout, and more.

The Peaceful Self By Kurt T. kopf The Peaceful Self is a book about finding The Peaceful Self that you already have residing within you. The Peace and Serenity that you'd wished you could be experiencing right now, instead of the chaos and drama swirling around inside your head. Where is the solution, where are the answers, how do I get off this merry-go-round and stop spinning? All of these questions are the manifestation of a painful life experience that focuses on the disturbance rather than its source, and are essentially leading you to place where the answers arrive. The answers may have already come to you naturally, but you may have not had the proper vision to see them with at the time. Perception will be the cement that binds that which blocks us from see truth and experiencing peace in our life. What you perceive will be determined not only by what you think and believe, but also by what you want to believe and think and see. "As a man thinketh so shall he perceive," your mind will create the form necessary to develop your inner world within your external environment. This can be good, if you're consciously aware of this and have a goal that matches your core principals. Or, this could be bad, if you're unconsciously floating and drifting around wondering aimlessly throughout the universe with no rhyme or reason for your being. If you haven't found your purpose and your goals are all short term preferences not grounded in any set standards built on firm principals that strengthen your spiritual journey. Every act of self-will will be just another reminder of your smallness, the failure of your doing will always bare limited fruit and be as limited as your inner degree of alignment with principals, goals and spirit. Throughout this book I will describe what they look like and ways to put them into practical application in real-life situations for the practice of developing your vision, dissolving the chaos and drama, stopping the merry-go-round and beginning the real-life experience of The Peaceful Self that already exists and reside within you; gaining the access is more of the idea rather than obtaining this eluding peace everyone seems to be looking for. Knowing what things look like, we tend to create them, we have a template to go off of, and we can see right and feel good and assured when they do arrive, that we're on the right path.

Leadership begins from within. It is defined by a mindset, rather than a title or role. Leadership that stems from deep self-knowledge is magnetic, dynamic and authentic. The challenge is knowing how to access the genius within each of us and find peace through self-knowledge so that we can embody true leadership and management. When we accomplish this, leading feels easy and natural. Others follow and engage because the genuine connection that humans crave happens when we achieve alignment within ourselves. This leadership coaching book provides a map to achieving a peaceful leadership mindset. Whether you want to improve your ability to lead teams or simply want a grounded approach to navigating the world around you, this book provides insights and tools to help you find your way. This incredible self-help book is perfect for exp