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2023 INTERNATIONAL EDITION: TOTALLY REVISED AND ENHANCEDA NEW UNDERSTANDING The Buddha faced the challenge of discovering how the human mind works without the knowledge we possess today in physiology or neuroscience. Therefore, the language he used was symbolic, ambiguous, and sometimes cryptic. Integral Vipassana illuminates the Satipatthana Sutta in the context of contemporary neuroscience, psychology, and Ken Wilber's Integral Theory, providing a powerful new path to mindfulness and happiness for Buddhist meditators at all levels. "For anyone invested in the exploration of consciousness, meditation, and psychology, this book stands as a pivotal read. It offers a rich, interdisciplinary approach, connecting profound, ancient wisdom with modern psychological insights." - Robb Smith, CEO and co-founder, Integral Life "An insightful commentary...providing the reader with a fresh perspective on a fundamental concept for meditation." -- David R. Vago, Ph.D., Director of the Contemplative Neurosciences and Mind-Body Research Laboratory, Vanderbilt University "Integral Vipassana deals with Satipatth¿na in all its details so that the reader can gain clearer knowledge of the subject, which can then be translated into more eff effective practice." - Dhiravamsa Vipassan¿carya, author of The Way of Non-Attachment

Make your parties memorable, the easy way!Following the success of Tim Mulligan's A Perfect 10 cookbook, this all-new edition features ten proven, go-to recipes for seven different types of parties, including weekend brunch, happy hour, birthday party, pool party, baby/engagement shower, Oscar/Grammy/Superbowl, and the holidays. Party menus include ten delectable dishes for each event, plus cocktails/mocktails, glassware, fun games, activities, general ice-breaking craziness and other party essentials. "A Perfect 10 Party Edition is a treasure trove of amazing recipes, creative cocktails and mocktails, crazy games, and party planning insights. Tim has really pulled out the stops on this one, with each menu designed to elevate your celebration into something truly memorable." - Ricky Ray Butler, CEO, BENlabs "Tim's cookbooks are the trifecta of endearing stories, fun themes and tasty recipes. It is so helpful to call on the Perfect 10 recipes for any type of event I am hosting. I don't have to think about menu planning at all, I just pull-out Tim's books and VOILA! It's all done for me." - Mandi Graziano, Best-Selling Author, Vice President Global Accounts HPN Global

A different kind of love storyThis raw and often heartbreaking memoir gives voice to the emotional struggles of caregivers and provides an alternative way of looking at options for survivors and those who care for them. It walks the reader through a harrowing journey as author finds her way back to finding her own life.Devon Ervin shares a collection of stories and poems about the days, months, and years following her husband's brain injuries and how those moments impacted her, their marriage, and their family. It tells the somewhat universal (and often unspoken) story of the life of a caregiver, walking the reader through a harrowing journey as she finds her way back to being the author of her own life. This raw and often heartbreaking memoir gives voice to the emotional struggles of caregivers and provides an alternative way of looking at options for survivors and those who care for them. It centers the well-being of both parties so they can create lives that are mutually fulfilling, even if done in non-traditional ways._________________________________________________________"A gripping memoir about the advantages of choosing self-care, even when it rocks our closest relationships." -Grace Kerina, author of Personal Boundaries for Highly Sensitive People¿"The Reluctant Caregiver is an honest and intimate look into the caregiver's perspective of brain injury and it should be a must read for every rehab professional." - Ashlea Walter, BCom, MScOT, Occupational Therapist"Devon Ervin's tender, poignant and accessible memoir, The Reluctant Caregiver, was written for us.¿" - Marilyn Finch Williams, LCSW, Psychotherapist and Coach, primarily serving professional caretakers"Reading this book feels like having a heart-to-heart with a close friend who's come through the fire stronger than ever. Honest, vulnerable, and relatable, it's a must-read for anyone feeling the weight of caregiving." - Maya Bairey, author of Painting Celia¿"Devon Ervin writes with an honest and intimate voice that allows us to experience her young husband's baffling stroke, the labyrinth of medical intervention, and loving transformation of their marriage. This book is an affirmation to unexpected caregivers, to people living with aphasia, and to the ones who love them." - Chrissa Kruger, daughter-in-law of stroke survivor

Make Someone Happy!Far more than a book of more than 200 fun, surprising images, Danny Koffman's Art with a Smile is an illuminated "ARTography" that also tells a true love story. This book "shows and tells" the sixty-year progression of thousands of silly and fun projects, products, and images the prolific Koffman has undertaken and brought to market. Koffman's quest has been to make the world a little bit kinder by sharing good natured smiles . . . smile after smile. His work tickles the funny bone, bringing people together in smiles, peace, love and imagination!

Create your own artisan Italian gelato the way it is done in Italy! Other gelato books contain recipes, but few of them would be acceptable to a gelato master because they are not balanced - that is, they do not contain the correct proportion of components that true Italian gelatieri insist on. Written for home cooks, gelato enthusiasts, caterers, chefs, and restauranteurs, this beautifully illustrated and definitive artisan gelato guide provides everything you need to get started, including:228 full-color pages of valuable artisan gelato-making expertise.More than 75 balanced and tested gelato formulas that will withstand scrutiny by any gelato professional in Italy.The process for creating and balancing gelato formulas using the Italian method.The basic science needed to go even further creatively with perfect gelato.Guidance for both small-scale and commercial large-scale artisan gelato production.____________________________________________________"Gelato! When we think of it, most of us have feelings of a delicious, creamy, airy, chilled delicacy. Elusive ecstasy in a cone or cup that can only be found in a few exclusive venues or on your next trip to Italy. Dr. Gary presents the first and only book in English that reveals the secrets behind artisan gelato making. Whether you are a novice or a professional gelatitian, you will learn the science necessary to make perfect gelato and the techniques to make it more intensely flavorful than ever. Mastering Artisan Italian Gelato: Recipes and Techniques will unleash the sweet side of your culinary creativity as no book has ever done before!" - John Nocita, President, Italian Culinary Institute, Stalettì, CZ, Italy"Mastering Artisan Italian Gelato is an incredibly valuable resource for anyone interested in the art and science behind this unique Italian delicacy. Whether you are a novice or an expert, I highly recommend Gary's book. With its comprehensive approach and in-depth coverage of both theory and practice, this book is a must-read for gelato enthusiasts everywhere." - Juan M Penzini Granier, Academic Director, Artisan Culinary School, SL Altea, Spain

Art for Fun, Profit, and Memories"I have the satisfaction of working at one of the coolest jobs ever. That's why I've written this book, and why I coach artists on live event painting - to provide everything any artist needs to know in order to experience the joy that comes with getting paid to paint-and attend a party while they are at it!" - Lauryn Ahearn

This essential book offers unprecedented professional insight, first-person interviews and critical therapeutic guidance to help parents, teachers, school administrators and social service professionals successfully nurture and heal children in this era of school shootings.

Tone, Twang and Taste: A Guitar Memoir offers musical and cultural observations from one of today's most accomplished and versatile musicians, following his own career and collaborations with some of the top performers of the past fifty years.

This is the true story of how Annie North learned about love, adventure, possibility, and opportunity through strangers on cellphones. By inventing new characters within herself, she became a powerful muse for her men. In return, their love for her was the strength she needed to become the woman who had been waiting to be set free.

As you accumulate experiences along the path of a value-driven life, everything becomes clear. This book shares wisdom the author discovered by being a father, spouse, and business guy. He learned that mistakes, regrets, and misfortunes dealt with early in life are blessings if used to strengthen focus on your values.