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Just Relationships: Living Out Social Justice as Mentor, Family, Friend, and Lover
Par Douglas L. Kelley. 2017
Bringing a social justice lens to daily interpersonal relationships, Just Relationships offers a perspective on existing social science theory that…
demonstrates how our personal relationships should be grounded in fairness and justice. Douglas Kelley utilizes concepts from a variety of academic disciplines and helping professions to examine the barriers encountered in achieving balanced partnerships. This student-friendly book brings the important new perspective of social justice to courses focusing on interpersonal relationships and family relationships, supplementing traditional textbooks. This book presents key relationship theories in each chapter and then applies them from a social justice perspective; uses thought-provoking case studies and guiding questions to enhance student learning; examines a number of different types of interpersonal relationships including family, friends, lovers, and mentor-mentee relationships within a variety of socioeconomic and sociocultural contexts.Plantation Memories: Episodes of Everyday Racism
Par Grada Kilomba. 2008
Plantation Memories is a compilation of episodes of everyday racism written in the form of short psychoanalytical stories. From the…
question “Where do you come from?” to Hair Politics to the N-word, the book is a strong, eloquent, and elaborate piece that deconstructs the normality of everyday racism and exposes the violence of being placed as the Other. Released at the Berlin International Literature Festival in 2008, soon the book became internationally acclaimed and part of numerous academic curricula. Known for her subversive practice of giving body, voice, and image to her own texts, Grada Kilomba has adapted her book into a staged reading and video installation. Plantation Memories is an important contribution to the global cultural discourse.Shameless: The Fight for Adoption Disclosure and the Search for My Son
Par Marilyn Churley. 2015
In the late 1960s, at the age of eighteen and living far from home amidst the thriving counterculture of Ottawa,…
Marilyn Churley got pregnant. Like thousands of other women of the time she kept the event a secret. Faced with few options, she gave the baby up for adoption. Over twenty years later, as the Ontario NDP government’s minister responsible for all birth, death, and adoption records, including those of her own child, Churley found herself in a surprising and powerful position – fully engaged in the long and difficult battle to reform adoption disclosure laws and find her son. Both a personal and political story, Shameless is a powerful memoir about a mother’s struggle with loss, love, secrets, and lies – and an adoption system shrouded in shame.Kindred Spirits: Cocktails for Two
Par Stephanie Wahler. 2024
A delightful drinks book for couples, Kindred Spirits serves up 40 cocktail recipes to enjoy with your sweetie, 40+ photos,…
and creative date ideas that will add some spirited fun to your love life.From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes take date night to the next level. Organized by type of date—from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more—these indulgent cocktails for two include:Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion.StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park. Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie.Lush photography sets the mood while sidebars offer memorable date activities--like Arts & Craft & Sip Night and Couchella--a bucket list for couples, a roundup of best rom-coms, a sexy playlist, and more. Alongside cocktail paraphernalia or a bottle of liquor, Kindred Spirits is a lovely newlywed, engagement, anniversary, or housewarming gift for couples who enjoy mixing up tasty cocktails at home. Cheers to love, libations, and happily ever after!MAKES DATE NIGHT FUN AND EASY TO PLAN: Mixing and sipping on a delicious bev with your boo is an enjoyable way to spend time together. Kindred Spirits offers 40 delicious drink recipes plus tons of great ideas for romantic activities that will bring couples closer together, such as a dance party, a home-cooked meal, and low-key ways to celebrate Valentine's Day. IDEAL ENGAGEMENT OR WEDDING GIFT: Rather than gifting an engaged couple a handbook on wedding planning, give them the gift that keeps on giving. Packed with tasty cocktail recipes and fun things to do together, this will be one of the best engagement, shower, or wedding gifts they'll receive.FOR COUPLES AT ANY STAGE: Alongside a shaker, playful ice cube molds, or pretty glassware, Kindred Spirits makes a thoughtful gift for couples at any stage of their relationship. The recipes are flexible enough to inspire delectable drinks for de-stressing while wedding planning, celebrating a milestone anniversary, cheers-ing to a new home, or toasting a newly empty nest. ROMANTIC GIFT FOR HIM OR HER: Give this to your mixology-loving partner as a thoughtful anniversary or Valentine's Day present, or as a stocking stuffer. Kindred Spirits is full of ways to keep having fun with your person.Perfect for:Couples who are interested in mixology and like making drinks at homeNewlyweds and engaged couplesCocktail-loving couples who are moving in together or have bought their first house Shoppers looking for an anniversary, engagement, housewarming, or Valentine's Day giftFans of @bevsbybeverly and popular cocktail accounts with beautiful visuals and easy recipesThe Routledge Handbook of Family Communication (ISSN)
Par Anita L. Vangelisti. 2022
This third edition again brings together interdisciplinary contributions to provide a comprehensive and multifaceted resource that reflects the breadth and…
depth of research on family communication and family relationships.Chapters continue to address theoretical and methodological issues influencing current conceptions of family and cover communication occurring in a variety of family forms and across social, cultural, and physical contexts.This third edition includes key updates, such as: The use and influence of social media and technology in families Parenting and communication in culturally and structurally diverse families Communication and physical health of family members Managing personal information about difficult topics in families The influence of the COVID-19 pandemic on family members This handbook is ideal for students and researchers interested in interpersonal and family communication, relationships, and family therapy within the disciplines of communication, social psychology, clinical psychology, sociology, and family studies.In its original volume, first published in 1993, John Gottman details years of research involving questionnaires and observations of married…
couples in pursuit of the determinants of both marital happiness and divorce. Grounded in science and informed by clinical practice, it offers psychological professional insight and awareness of what healthy relationships need.With a new preface by the Gottman Institute Clinical Director, Dr Don Cole, and Research Director, Dr Carrie Cole, this Classic Edition of the landmark text, What Predicts Divorce?, reveals to a new generation, the original context of Gottman’s work, how he has further developed his research and thinking, and the ongoing relevance of this volume in the context of future challenges for the field.Providing a roadmap that gives shape to the science yet to be done, this Classic Edition of What Predicts Divorce? is essential reading for all family and clinical psychologists, as well as therapists working with couples in relationship counselling.Based on years of research and 121 real-life first dates, relationship expert Wendy Newman dishes up practical wisdom for navigating…
the online dating trenches with grace, efficiency, and a strong dose of humor.Wendy Newman has made every imaginable dating mistake so you don’t have to. Part guidebook, part personal tell-all, 121 First Dates chronicles Wendy’s funny, real-life misadventures and the practical wisdom she gained from them. Her dating tales will find you laughing, commiserating, and nodding your head as you learn how to stay in the dating game until you find the right man, just like Wendy did.This book busts myths, answers age-old questions, and examines pitfalls that make you want to give up on dating altogether. Just when you’re about to submit to a lifetime at home with a pint of Haagen-Dazs and sitcom reruns, 121 First Dates will inspire you to keep stepping out. Wendy discusses how to date successfully and efficiently, avoid the most common dating pitfalls, have an amazing first date with anyone, end uncomfortable situations with grace, and much, much more. She offers up realistic Dos and Don’ts as well as tips for making the most of any situation you find yourself in—whether you want to run or you think he’s the one.Brimming with humor, hope, and authenticity, 121 First Dates will give every woman the tools, confidence, and determination to be and stay real when dating. How else will you find the best match for you?Thrive, Don't Simply Survive: Passionately Live the Life You Didn't Plan
Par Karol Ladd. 2009
Life is unpredictable and often doesn't turn out as we'd planned. The things that matter most to us -- marriages,…
children, careers, families, and friends -- sometimes fall apart and leave us only with deflated dreams. Whether you're struggling with the big issues of life or simply overwhelmed by the demands of every single day, Karol Ladd's powerful biblical principles will give you the help you need. In this book, you will discover how to redefine your unexpected life, and you'll learn concrete skills that will help you move past simply surviving and into a thriving life that is lived passionately and with joy. New purpose and hope await you just beyond the cover of this book.The 50 Fridays Marriage Challenge: One Question A Week. One Incredible Marriage
Par Jeff Helton, Lora Helton. 2013
Transform your marriage with this revitalizing relationship guide that challenges couples to answer important questions together and grow in mutual…
understanding.In our modern, fast-paced society, it is easy for couples to drift apart and suddenly find their marriages in need of serious help. If this sounds familiar, then Pastor Jeff Helton and his wife Lora have a challenge for you: sit down once a week with your spouse to answer a question together. It could be something as simple as “What makes you laugh out loud?” or as deep and challenging as “If you had one day left on earth, what would you say to your spouse?” or “Are you satisfied with our level of physical intimacy?”The 50 Fridays Marriage Challenge is a fun book specifically designed to spark open and honest conversation between partners at any stage of married life. Each short chapter includes an engaging question, a brief message, an encouraging quote, a Bible scripture, and a prayer. The short messages bring hope to rocky marriages by providing a safe, gentle space for discussing important matters, such as communication, conflict, in-laws, finances, children, sex, and much more.By taking the 50 Fridays Marriage Challenge, husbands and wives will find that their Friday evening talks—whether they laugh together, delve deep into the topic at hand, or plan and dream for the future—may be the only time they spend in close conversation that doesn’t involve the kids, the checking account, or who took out the trash. Spend a few precious moments together once a week with this book, and you will ultimately see your marriage transformed.You've heard about cases of Asperger's, or perhaps have known a child with the syndrome. Now you've learned that your…
child has Asperger's-what do you do?Let these two Asperger's experts guide you through the basic information you need to know to help your child. In this straightforward and helpful book, you will learn how to:Get the right diagnosis and understand the resultsDetermine the best options for educationHelp your child learn to socialize with other kidsAvoid sensory overload by recognizing triggersWhen Your Child Has . . . Asperger's Syndrome defines the syndrome in clear and complete terms that will help you help your child. Now, you can understand your child's needs and help him or her lead a happy and successful life.William Stillman is the author of Demystifying the Autistic Experience. He is on several autism/Asperger's advisory boards; has been appointed to Pennsylvania's Autism Task Force; and offers much more information at WilliamStillman.com. He lives in Hershey, PA.Vincent Iannelli, M.D., is the author of The Everything Father's First Year Book. A board-certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he is also an associate professor of pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He has nine years of clinical experience and now runs a private practice. Dr. Iannelli lives in Hearth, TX.75 Habits for a Happy Marriage: Marriage Advice to Recharge and Reconnect Every Day
Par Ashley Davis Bush, Daniel Arthur Bush. 2013
Powerful techniques for strengthening your marriage!The stresses and strains of life can unravel the tight bond you once had with…
your spouse, leaving you feeling lonely, frustrated, and unfulfilled. 75 Habits for a Happy Marriage shows you how to restore that intimate and joyful union with simple, positive actions that bring you closer together throughout the day.Designed by authors Ashley and Daniel Bush, each activity takes only a matter of minutes and gives you a moment to set aside the demands of your career, finances, and chores in order to focus on what matters most--your love. When practiced consistently, these powerful behaviors will become lifelong customs and an important part of your daily routine, ensuring that your relationship continues to grow in the right direction in the years to come. From embracing each other for at least twenty seconds after work to touching your partner during dinner, these valuable habits will instantly boost warm, passionate feelings and help you maintain that loving connection even when managing a crowded schedule.With the guidance and practices detailed in 75 Habits for a Happy Marriage, you will enrich the bond you share with your partner and build a happy, supportive, and long-lasting marriage.Sex Comes First: 15 Ways to Help Your Relationship . . . Without Leaving Your Bedroom
Par Joel D. Block, Kimberly Dawn Neumann. 2009
"He works too much." "She expects me to know what she's thinking." "We don't trust one another."There's a lot that…
gets in the way of a happy relationshipwork, jealousy, and communication issues, just to name a few. However, one thing definitely brings a couple together: sex. Relationship experts Dr. Joel Block and Kimberly Dawn Neumann teach couples how to use sex to build and strengthen their relationship. This new approach shows couples how to use sexual intimacy to conquer obstacles outside the bedroom. The authors identify fifteen of the most common problems couples run into and offer their sexual solution to each one. Sex Comes First will leave everyone satisfiedin every way possible.When Your Child Has . . . Autism (When Your Child Has A . . .)
Par Adele Jameson Tilton. 2009
Hearing the words ôyour child has Autismö is more common than ever. But dealing with this news will never be…
easy. When the devastating diagnosis is made, millions of questions and concerns will flood parentsÆ brains. This book will answer panicked parentsÆ questions in clear and complete terms. Taking an in-depth look at the reality of the disability, its causes, and how to cope as a family, this professional yet personal primer will help parents get through those first oh-so-tough times after the diagnosis. Autism is a complex developmental disabilityùthere are no medical tests for diagnosing autism and there is no ôcure.ö Parents need an accessible resource to go to for help in a hurryùwhen they donÆt know where else to turn and what is going to happen next.Getting Back Together: How to Reconcile with Your Partner—and Make It Last
Par Bettie Youngs, Masa Goetz. 2006
You can save your relationship!The divorce courts are littered with broken marriages--and broken lives. Yet most people would save their…
marriages--if only they knew how.Getting back together is the solid, comprehensive guide you can count on to get your relationship back on track. No matter what issues you may face, this step-by-step program shows you how to take the initiative, reconcile your differences, and remake your relationship--from the ground up.In this completely revised edition, Drs. Young and Goetz provide the most current studies and relationship evaluation tools available. They also include numerous inspiring real-life stories of couples that have resurrected and renewed their relationships.Packed full of valuable information and comforting advice, Getting Back Together helps couples beat the odds and build a new, happier life together--forever.The Handjob Handbook: A Work of Non-Friction
Par Marsha Normandy, Joseph St. James. 2008
With a little practice and a lot of passion, sexual power is easily within your grasp In the sport of…
love, there are times when only an hj will do. It's fun. It's practical. It's quick. But let's face it: the handjob is the lowly stepsister to the far more glamorous blowjob. The authors of The Handjob Handbook think that's unfair. If a handjob's worth doing, it's worth doing well, and this helpful, humorous guide, complete with twenty-five sure-to-please techniques, will show you how... The Basic - The Flatterer - The Jiffy Pop - Ants Climbing Up a Hill - Headless Horseman - The James Bond - Squeeze Play - E-Z- Pass - The OK Handjob - The Girl Scout - The PlayStation - The Twist Off - Climbing the Rope - The Upstroke - Tainted Love - Taint Misbehavin' - The TKO - The Frozen Rope - The Handoff - Kneading Dough - Candy Cane - Merry Christmas - The Metronome - Taffy Pull - The Italian Job Witty, empowering, and playfully erotic, it delivers useful advice in a fun and creative format. The eyes may be the window to the soul, but the hands are the key to a gift that keeps on giving.The Complete Marriage Counselor: Relationship-Saving Advice from America's Top 50+ Couples Therapists
Par Sherry Amatenstein. 2010
• More couples than ever before are seeking relief from couples therapy (American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy) •…
Author is the Dating Doyenne for iVillage and writes the column &“Dating After 40&” for More magazine • Amatenstein has provided relationship advice for VHI, BBC, Lifetime, Inside Edition, Regis and Kelly, The Early Show, CBS News, and many other programs • Contributors are the most well-known marriage counselors in America, including: Dr. Judy Kuriansky, Dr. John Gray, Dr. John Gottman, Dr. Warren Farrell, Dr. Harville Hendrix, Dr. Ruth, and more Combining the best advice from the best counselors across the country—couples on the brink of divorce finally have the answers they need. Bringing this prestigious group of experts together for the first time, Sherry Amatenstein offers readers advice based on counseling sessions with real couples from around the country. By selecting the 101 most-asked questions after polling 50+ notable counselors in America, Sherry gets to the heart of the real problems couples are facing today. With questions about everything from sex and money to infidelity and communication, troubled couples will realize they&’re not alone while absorbing the best advice there is on the market today. Questions include: • I hate his family. What can I do to get out of seeing them so often? • Why does she always overspend? • How do I/do we get over an affair? • How can we stop being so bored? • Why does she treat me like I&’m the enemy? The ultimate resource for unhappy couples, The Complete Marriage Counselor features marriage-saving solutions that really work.The Viagra Diaries: A Novel
Par Barbara Rose Brooker. 2012
A funny, fearless, and inspiring novel about dating after the age of sixty.THE NOVEL THAT PROVES THERE&’S PLENTY OF LIFE—AND…
HOT SEX—AFTER SIXTY!Just because Anny Applebaum qualifies for a senior discount doesn&’t mean she&’s ready for retirement. But if she wants to keep her job at the San Francisco Times, she&’ll have to find a way to spice up her lifestyle column. Even if it means posting her profile as an eligible single on JDate .com. Sure, Anny&’s a little out of practice. She hasn&’t been with a man since she found Viagra in her ex-husband&’s suit pocket, and he wasn&’t taking it for her. But she&’s got her friends to help her fumble her way through the strange and intriguing world of online dating.After hearing cautionary tales from the trenches—about &“boomer oldies&” who drag around pictures of their dead wives and fixed-income misers who wine and dine their dates at chain restaurants—Anny is relieved to meet Marv Rothstein, a charming . . . 75-year-old diamond dealer. Unfortunately, he&’s also a Digital Age Don Juan who prowls singles sites for younger women. Not be outdated by this &“Serial JDater,&” Anny realizes Marv is the perfect subject for her flagging column and chronicles his sexcapades for the reading public. But when the new column becomes an overnight hit, Anny can&’t help but feel conflicted—because now she&’s having sex with Mr. X . . . and it&’s nothing less than extraordinary.You don't know what to do. Your once happy, carefree child has begun abusing food and fallen into a pattern…
of disordered eating that is literally taking her life. You watch in horror as she binges and purges, starves herself, compulsively eats, or takes pills and supplements. There is no such thing as a harmless eating disorder. Your child is in danger and she needs your help.Children with an eating disorder need their parents to be prepared, engaged, knowledgeable, and ready to do battle on their behalf. With the professional, accessible advice presented here, you can get the support you need.This guide helps you:Promote positive body image--at any ageInstill healthy eating habitsRecognize warning signsFind the right treatment optionsStay positive and encourage your childThis book provides an all-encompassing look at eating disorders--the symptoms, the causes, and the treatments--so you can feel confident about the steps you need to take to help your child overcome this illness.Sure you've read your medical books, washed and folded all those cute baby clothes, and maybe even put the crib…
together, but are you ready? Are you really ready for the life-changing event about to arrive? Relax, The Everything Get Ready for Baby Book, 2nd Edition is here to get you through it all! Inside you'll find tips on: Baby safety (Lock those cabinets and plug those outlets!); Choosing a pediatrician (More difficult than choosing your mate); Baby names (We have to name her too?); Sleep for the baby and you (Ah, sleep, the long-lost friend); Activities for baby (What do I do with him?). With tried-and-true answers and ideas to help even the most shell-shocked parent, this guide will be the survival handbook for your new exciting life-with baby!Come Hither: A Commonsense Guide to Kinky Sex
Par Gloria G. Brame. 2000
How do you tell your partner that you'd like to be spanked? Where can you find a good dominatrix? If…
your husband like to wear your panties, does that mean he's gay? What really goes on at SM clubs? After you tie someone up, what exactly are you supposed to do? Is there such a thing as normal sex? If you've ever wondered about the ins and outs of bondage, spanking, or cross-dressing, look no further. Come Hither is a frank, friendly guide on how to turn your secret fantasies into satisfying expressions of love and desire. The official resource guide for SM/fetish sex at the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality, Come Hither proves that a little kink can be a lot of fun.