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Paperback. Zustand: Good. The Race You Run is Yours to ChooseImpact is an interesting phenomenon. In some ways, we all impact each other. But the more important question is what type of impact are we creating? And is that impact big or small-positive or negative?Throughout his career as a successful businessman, Jim Akers created impact upon the people he loved, the teams he led, and the causes that stirred his heart. Jim distilled decades of personal and professional lessons into this resource Tape Breakers. It's a proven plan that will increase your impact because it shows you how to: Identify and focus on achieving success that can't be lost or taken away.Avoid the trap that will rob you of vital time, energy and resources.Increase your impact on and influence with the most important people in your life.Surround yourself with the people and resources that high achievers use to stay focused on running the races that give you the greatest opportunity for impact and influence.Employ effective tools and ways of thinking to get back on track when you are feeling empty, frustrated and disillusioned.Blending a mix of stories, research, and personal experience, Jim shares a race plan that will guide you to finish strong-to positively impact people you love, teams you lead, and causes that stir your heart.Isn't it time you ran the race of your choosing-one that changes lives, inspires hearts, and unlocks exciting new possibilities?What they are saying.Jim is inspiring and motivating. Tape Breakers is a must-read for anyone who wants to succeed.-Teemu Selanne, Stanley Cup Champion, 10-time NHL All-Star, six-time Olympian, four-time Olympic medalistFor anyone who really wants to live life the way the Lord created us to live-one filled with Purpose and Impact-Tape Breakers shows you how. Jim has provided an awesome framework to help guide and motivate you towards what matters most in life - People -Scott Westering, Head Football Coach, Pacific Lutheran University, member PLU Hall of Fame, All-American on 1980 NAIA national title teamI have known Jim for a decade and have experienced the impact of his leadership in business, with his family and in his community. In Tape Breakers, Jim lays out the path to lasting success. Anyone who has been fortunate enough to spend time with Jim has learned from him and his example of servant leadership. You will live a life with more impact after reading Tape Breakers and following his advice -Tom Koos, CEO, Weber-Stephens ProductsJust finished and LOVED IT.Wow.Brilliant-Stephanie Smith, Wife, Mother, Community LeaderWow So delicately personal and emotionally stirring. I just couldn't put it down Nancy Christofferson, Marketing ManagerJim Akers does an extraordinary job in finding an appropriate way to influence and help his audience. I say appropriate because I am usually a bit wary of motivational texts and speeches. I often feel like they lack real substance and lasting inspiration. Rather than giving the reader a short-lived sense of purpose or excitement, Tape Breakers offers real wisdom. The principles and advice in the book prompt readers to evaluate their lives regardless of where they are in their own races. Jim leads readers to a place of understanding and clarity, empowering them to lead impactful lives.-Ben Reidy, Student, University of WashingtonTape Breakers is one of the most compelling and impactful (not to steal a phrase from you) reads I have enjoyed in recent times. Jim's ability to tell and send a message is natural. Life as you say is a journey of races-some more difficult than others. A must-read.-Bob Milner, Adjunct Professor, UTSA.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. After a very painful childhood scarred from many deep wounds of alcoholism, abandonment, and abuse. As an adult, Kristy Orison became a student both in recovery and in her Christian faith. She found answers to heal and miraculously restore her estranged, toxic relationship with her mother in her mother's final days.In this raw, transparent book, Kristy shares the stages of her life: the pit, the prison, and the promise. The pit is the dysfunction into which she was born. The prison is the people pleasing bondage in which she lived for many years, combating piercing wounds and words. Finally, the promise is where she learned to attack her own unhealthy patterns and behaviors and be free from the lies, the snares, and the demeaning and defeating words and wounds. With deeply informed compassion, Kristy shares letters, lessons, and life experiences along with inspirational thoughts and meditations for healing and forgiveness. She reveals a powerful model that she has learned to trust herself, give herself a voice, and tell her truth.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Interacting with a Big God in a messy world can often leave us scratching our heads in confusion. How can we explain the horror of human suffering in light of an all-powerful and perfectly loving God?Sometimes, we bump into pain that that seems unfair and unexplainable and we are shaken to our core. Faith and reality collide and slam hard into one another leaving us broken, confused, and undone by circumstances beyond our control. Our thinking becomes muddied by unanswerable questions and nagging doubts.Whether it's tragedies we hear about in the news, struggles our friends and family face, or our own private pain, life this side of Eternity can really beat up our faith and cause us to wonder if everything God told us and promised us is actually true.If our faith rests on unsteady ground, it may falter.This leaves us feeling defeated despite our best efforts. We just can't seem to win no matter what we do. The reason is not really because of the circumstances themselves, but how we respond to them. We live defeated when we are fighting the wrong battles with ineffective strategies.When we don't know the plans of our enemy, the power of our God, and our own true identity, we will never experience lasting victory in this life. If we don't understand the nature of the fight, we will lose every time.Stop working so hard and still feel defeated. Recognize you are in a battle and understand the nature of the war and how to seize your victory. Learn how to identify and fight the right battles with the right weapons so you can win. Know who you are and whose side you're on. Live victoriously. Stand strong and live UNDEFEATED.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. If you could foresee the consequences of your life choices, would you choose differently? Author Loretta Lubera asked people from various cultures, professions, and life stages across the world what advice they would give their younger selves if they had a chance, and she discovered startling commonalities.In your hands are timeless life lessons these people wished someone had told them while they were growing up. Supplemented with dozens of personal stories that illustrate the feats and failures resulting from choices many of us face, Lubera identifies 22 "keys" to creating a life one can truly love. Through encouraging words of wisdom and tools that can be easily put into practice, this book offers insights on topics such as building meaningful relationships, handling fear of failure, leveraging goals and self-discipline, and being excited about personal growth-all of which are building blocks for this transformative phase of your life.YOUR FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS serves as a guiding light for teenagers and young adults-to avoid crucial mistakes, realize unlimited potential, and lead a joyful life before it's too late. Chan, Pottery (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Did you know you can have real superpowers and not even realize it? Have you ever gone to brush your teeth but ended up looking like you should be in the circus? Or maybe you meant to go find your shoes but instead you won a hula-hoop contest? Do you ever have trouble staying focused on one particular task or completing things like homework, chores, or remembering all the things you are supposed to do in any situation. even something like getting ready for school in the morning? Riley Madison does. She finds herself in all kinds of funny situations because of her overactive brain. She is always busy, but is often doing everything except what she is supposed to be doing. There are way too many fun distractions in her world. Join Riley Madison in this book as she discovers the superpower that helps her stay on task and avoid embarrassing situations.like chasing the bus in a tutu and only one cowgirl boot This book is a funny children's chapter book that teaches superpowers kids can use to help them focus, pay attention, and complete tasks. Akers, Riley (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. It's Time to Break the Silence Recent awareness of sexual harassment has provided its victims with visibility and a voice.But for many victims, our stories of pain are different.They may never make the headlines. Your violators may not be famous personalities. We may never call the police or wind up in an emergency room.Yet we carry our pain with us-- bullying, abuse, divorce, infidelity, abortion- wearing it as a scarlet letter. We hide the offenses of others behind our own mask of shame.What's YOUR scarlet letter? It's time to break free.One shared human experience is pain. We can all connect through hurt.Author Daphne V. Smith takes you on a journey through real experiences, including her own, in order to share victory.You will discover how to: Break free from traps and lies. Embrace healing and hope. Transform into a life of truth. Recognize your hurts. Release your shame. Reclaim your voice TODAY.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. In The 10-Minute Refresh for Moms you will learn how to put yourself first so that you can pour into others from your excess. You'll learn how to find joy in everyday life and see the meaning and purpose behind life's struggles and hardships. You'll find easy ways to make subtle changes in your daily habits so that your stress and worry will dissipate, and you can find yourself again. You'll see how simple tweaks to the way you think, talk, and spend your time can drastically improve the way you feel about yourself and your life. Ten minutes is all it takes to help you go from feeling blah, to feeling like shouting hoorah Overcome mom guillt, feelings of stress, anger, unworthiness, or failure with these life-changing techniques. Each of these life-hacks are easy, free, fun, and both scientifically and personally proven to be effective in increasing joy and energy, and minimizing stress and overwhelm. Start improving your life today and stop waiting for someday.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Interacting with a Big God in a messy world can often leave us scratching our heads in confusion. How can we explain the horror of human suffering in light of an all-powerful and perfectly loving God?Sometimes, we bump into pain that that seems unfair and unexplainable and we are shaken to our core. Faith and reality collide and slam hard into one another leaving us broken, confused, and undone by circumstances beyond our control. Our thinking becomes muddied by unanswerable questions and nagging doubts.Whether it's tragedies we hear about in the news, struggles our friends and family face, or our own private pain, life this side of Eternity can really beat up our faith and cause us to wonder if everything God told us and promised us is actually true.If our faith rests on unsteady ground, it may falter.This leaves us feeling defeated despite our best efforts. We just can't seem to win no matter what we do. The reason is not really because of the circumstances themselves, but how we respond to them. We live defeated when we are fighting the wrong battles with ineffective strategies.When we don't know the plans of our enemy, the power of our God, and our own true identity, we will never experience lasting victory in this life. If we don't understand the nature of the fight, we will lose every time.Stop working so hard and still feel defeated. Recognize you are in a battle and understand the nature of the war and how to seize your victory. Learn how to identify and fight the right battles with the right weapons so you can win. Know who you are and whose side you're on. Live victoriously. Stand strong and live UNDEFEATED.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. "How do I lead well?" / "Where do I start?" / "Who can help me?" Every day, God is placing the next generation of leaders in the church and the marketplace. If you're one of these new leaders and you're asking these kinds of questions.then you're asking the right ones. If you're ready for some answers - then this book is for you. In Primed To Lead, Chris Warszawski offers biblical principles, practical habits, and effective strategies that will encourage and equip you to be a better leader, sooner. Chris shares from his own beginnings of leadership, including challenges he has faced and lessons he has learned from over a decade of leading teams in different ministries and churches. He'll bring you behind the curtain to hear from experienced Christian leaders, from both the ministry and the marketplace, as they share honest perspectives, real stories, and practical wisdom for new leaders today. Whether you are stepping into. - A new leadership role - A new ministry or organization - Or you're ready for a "re-start" as a leader Primed to Lead will give you what you need to start well in leadership, cultivate healthy influence as a servant leader, and create movement as you lead toward the future. Features discussion questions for small groups as well as "Coaching Moments" for experienced leaders to coach new leaders through honest conversation.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Peace and boldness in a confusing and fearful world. Experience the peace of God He intended for your life with real stories of personal transformation. Depression destroyed, and pride punished, giving way to grace and joy. Evaluating failures and successes to sharpen our developing relationship with others and, more importantly, our Creator. Conquering fleshly desires with the help of the Spirit so that you will trust your heart to do the right thing in tough circumstances. A total transformation from the inside out. The life events that you remember as personal and powerful were life-changing moments. When your heart is hurt, you never forget; when you experience victory, you tell your friends. Personal and Powerful can describe the changes in the seasons of your life. Hearts at Work starts in a car and travels to a tractor-trailer, from the street to the home, from the Bronx to eternity. God's Word comes alive through the actions under the conviction of the Spirit. Have you ever been under the conviction of the Holy Spirit? What happened? Physical, mental, and spiritual perspectives are understood as they work together as God created you to be. The spiritual life comes alive in the midst of a cultural disconnect, Impacting the workplace with the excellence of God. Stories of fractured families healed by the power of the Spirit. Our heart's desire for Respect, Kindness, and most of all, Love. Everyone wants to be loved. The intention is to take you to the next level of your spiritual walk with our Lord. Mind, body, and spirit working together in perfect union, with the heart at its core. Share your Story! What would people say if they heard your life story? The older we get, the more knowledge and experience we have under our belts. Your wisdom is transferable to others for their good. Give your story away with the purpose of God using it for His glory. Your experiences will help shape the next generation. Sharing them will minister to others as they receive the blessings of Hearts at Work. Caperton, Heidi; Hoog, Allison (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Without courage, there is no winning. After working over 5,000 hours with leadership teams in growth mode, Jill Young observed that true entrepreneurs thrive in courage rather than in fear. These business owners have a way of thinking that fuels larger-than-life ideas. They strived, failed, and fought their way to master the courage mindset. This is The Courage Advantage. In this book you'll discover three components that create the courage mindset-a valuable accelerator for heightening business excellence and company-wide innovation. This step-by-step guide will help you - create a workplace defined by fierce discipline and incredible fun- enjoy the kind of growth that takes your team to new heights- experience breakthroughs defined by personal and professional success Growth mode doesn't have to hurt. Are you ready to lead your company's evolution? Let's get started. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. EVERYONE HAS A BATLE. You get the one you need.Choose BRAVE. Choose to be. YOU.While the chemo dripped, Teresa shivered as she replayed the words, you have cancer. A wife, mother, and school principal, her life would irrevocably change in ways more damaging than the chemical toxins pumping into her veins. From a prison cell of vulnerability and with humor and poise, Teresa shares her roller coaster ride from hopeless imprisonment through cancer, loss and depression, self-sabotage, and suicide to courageous freedom from her unlived life.Broken to Brave challenges you to consider your perception of time; who surrounds you during change and struggle; extending graceA ]to yourself; your power to choose. If you or a loved one are chained in a prison of an unlived life, Teresa helps you recognize self-destruction warning signs; embrace reality and accept your purpose; acknowledge your strengths with permission to grow; find your keys to start living in the moment without the weight of the past and future.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Our veterans were willing to die for freedom. Thankfully they came home. Families are grateful for the safe return of their heroes. Until they see the changes. Many couples struggle to stay together through substance abuse, mental illness, depression, PTSD, physical injury and illness.Our veterans and their caregivers are paying the other ultimate sacrifice of learning to love each other again, finding purpose and joy in their new paradigm, and refusing to give in to judgment, shame and hopelessness. Jill married the man of her dreams, but thought something had gone terribly wrong. She thought the answer to their pain was to fix all his problems, and make him be the man she knew before the war. She learned that true love has nothing to do with similarities, chemistry or needing each other.In her deeply personal account, Jill teaches: 1) Principles of emotional and spiritual recovery and health, 2) Self-care techniques that will get you from overwhelm to clarity, and 3) How to negotiate circumstances that are out of your control. Starting now, experiencing the other ultimate sacrifice can be your springboard to creating the life you want and deserve as you learn these tools.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. In The 10-Minute Refresh for Moms you will learn how to put yourself first so that you can pour into others from your excess. You'll learn how to find joy in everyday life and see the meaning and purpose behind life's struggles and hardships. You'll find easy ways to make subtle changes in your daily habits so that your stress and worry will dissipate, and you can find yourself again. You'll see how simple tweaks to the way you think, talk, and spend your time can drastically improve the way you feel about yourself and your life. Ten minutes is all it takes to help you go from feeling blah, to feeling like shouting hoorah Overcome mom guillt, feelings of stress, anger, unworthiness, or failure with these life-changing techniques. Each of these life-hacks are easy, free, fun, and both scientifically and personally proven to be effective in increasing joy and energy, and minimizing stress and overwhelm. Start improving your life today and stop waiting for someday.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. A young girl sets out to help her remote Alaskan town and ends up impacting the world in ways she could never have imagined.Join Tessa on a courageous adventure as she makes great things grow from a small idea.Let yourself and your child be inspired by this true story that confronts these questions: How can a child make a difference? Can a cookie change the world?Seventy (70) percent of the net proceeds from this book's sales will be donated, with 35% going to ALS Therapy Development Institute and 35% going to Tessa's fundraiser each year. Note from author: My hope in sharing this moving story was to reach the heart of the reader to be inspired to look for the needs in the world--near or far--and to see where they can use their skills and talents to make a positive impact. My dream would be for every reader to realize that we each have a hero living inside of us, and we all have the potential to change the world in some way, big or small.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. After a lifetime of secrets and lies are exposed, is it possible for things to simply fall into place?This family may think so, but when other people are expressing their versions of the truth, who is telling the story?We are all survivors of something, but how well each of us fares is yet another story. Traumatic events present challenges as unique as our fingerprints. The impressions left behind from experiences in early childhood may distort our view of safety in the world. A belief system built on misconceptions has a shaky foundation, and can crumble in the wake of fear, anxiety, depression, or irrational behavior. This is a story of ordinary people-people like you and me. Their lives have been molded by fear-driven lies and years of heartache and loss. Will they appreciate a Divine intervention when it happens.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Angel Susie Q loved children. This coloring book provides a whimsical look at the alphabet and provides the children with designs focused on modeling good characteristics such as: adventurous, brave, cool, coordinated, considerate, dependable, encouraging, fair, friendly, generous, giving, happy, helpful, honest, interesting, jestful, kind, love school, loving, loyal, motivated, nice, organized, patient, polite, positive, proud, quick, reliable, respectful, sensitive, sharing, silly, strong, supportive, thankful, thoughtful, trusting, understanding, unselfish, valiant, wacky, x marks the spot, young at heart, and zesty.Each behavior is accompanied by a saying to inspire and motivate them to be their best such as: You are amazingYou can do anythingEveryone is specialLearning is funPlease be kindYou have the powerBe a good role modelShare your feelingsWay to go. Correia, Gabby (illustrator). …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Angel Susie Q loved children. This coloring book provides a whimsical look at the alphabet and provides the children with designs focused on modeling good characteristics such as: adventurous, brave, cool, coordinated, considerate, dependable, encouraging, fair, friendly, generous, giving, happy, helpful, honest, interesting, jestful, kind, love school, loving, loyal, motivated, nice, organized, patient, polite, positive, proud, quick, reliable, respectful, sensitive, sharing, silly, strong, supportive, thankful, thoughtful, trusting, understanding, unselfish, valiant, wacky, x marks the spot, young at heart, and zesty.Each behavior is accompanied by a saying to inspire and motivate them to be their best such as: You are amazingYou can do anythingEveryone is specialLearning is funPlease be kindYou have the powerBe a good role modelShare your feelingsWay to go. Correia, Gabby (illustrator). …

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. YOU DO HAVE A STORY TO TEL, BUT WHERE AND HOW DO YOU BEGIN?Studies show that 82% of the population dreams of someday writing a book. Sadly, many people die with their story still inside them. The secret to getting started is simply beginning with what you have.Ten years ago, author Debra Irene began telling stories about everyday life--the past and the present. In Someday I Will Write, Debra brings these stories together for readers to find hope along life's journey and for writers to find strength in their writing quest. From a brief vignette or poem of 150 words to a dialogued short story of 2000 words, you will discover how different genres create powerful images in the mind of the reader.Your stories and the topics will be different, but finding time to tell what is on your heart is the key. In this book, you will discover how to: tell your stories with passion and authenticity, finish your book amidst the distractions of life, and fulfill your dream and impact lives. MAKE YOUR SOMEDAY TODAY.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. We may try to avoid the pain of grief, but going through the pain is the only way out. One of the choices you can make to help you move forward towards healing is to take the time to develop a relationship and share your pain with the Creator, who can bestow you with unlimited grace. God may not answer why the loss happened, but He will help you to gain courage and strength to move forward one step at a time if you lean on His amazing grace.Author Simret Araya knows grieving firsthand.In Beyond Grief, she shares the practical steps that helped her overcome an awful loss by depending on God's grace. In this book, you'll discover how to: Understand the stages of grievingReconnect with your Creator and communityMove forward one step at a timeHelp a grieving person effectivelySimret Araya is an author, coach, and speaker who helps individuals and organizations obtain clarity on their identity, purpose, and creating their best future. In the past five years, she has been a soul on fire despite the tragedies. She lives in Calgary with her three kids: Joseph, Faith, and Eliora.…

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Hardback. Zustand: Good. Are you searching for greater perspective? Have you felt discouraged or uninspired in a world of instability and uncertainty? Have you lost hope in the face of difficult circumstances? Or maybe you just want to read an exciting and unforgettable tale based on a true story that will transform and transport you?Whatever you're looking for, this is an adventure that will open your eyes, touch your heart, and deepen your beliefs.Take a journey with author, Shane Svorec, as she invites readers to see the world through the back seat of a VW bus. Across the country and through the years, colorful experiences make up her transient upbringing where her empathetic spirit and perpetual optimism become the foundation for a life of adaptability, greater understanding, and never-ending wonder. A story about a girl who refuses to be a victim of her past or a product of her circumstances, Shane searches for purpose even in pain with a determined, but free spirit and shows others how to do the same. Creating a life out of overcoming the unthinkable, she dreams of a brighter future and envisions a world of possibilities as she stares out from the back seat of her family Volkswagen. The many "no-coincidence" connections she makes with others along the way, prove not only to be profound, but purposeful as well, while they unknowingly steer her onto the path she's meant to travel. These are the tales of the Broken Little Believer, the truth behind All the Pretty Painful Pieces, and the testimonies collected along the Path to Finding Purpose.Like going on a road trip with a good friend and a great playlist, this book weaves true stories into life lessons while entertaining and encouraging readers.In this book, readers will: *Discover how uncomfortable experiences can serve as opportunities for self-exploration and personal growth while creating a foundation for a healthy perspective and an attitude of gratitude.*Realize that to maintain hope, attract positivity, and fulfill one's purpose, it is necessary to implement pause, practice personal reflection, and routinely acknowledge the needs of our soul, while taking inventory of those who occupy our time and space.*Reveal a new (or greater) appreciation for their own journey as they recognize the value in painful lessons that serve to bring us closer to our purpose, and a life of peace and fulfillment.Beyond the journey, this book: *Features reasons to believe in the underdog while showcasing how false perceptions, widely held beliefs, and initial impressions are not only misleading but often wrong.*Provides a positive pathway to introduce, renew, and stretch that which we believe to be possible.*Creates a mindset of possibilities within readers as they learn to recognize blessings in disguise, further open their minds, deepen their understanding, and reach their potential in areas of their life where they've become stagnant, complacent, or resentful.…

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