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As your self-absorbed parent grows older and becomes more dependent on you, hurtful relationships may resurface and become further strained. In the tradition of Children of the Self-Absorbed, author Nina Brown offers the first book for adult children of aging narcissistic or self-absorbed parents. You will learn practical, powerful strategies for navigating the intense negative feelings that your parents can incite as well as tips to protect your children from the criticism, blame, or hostility that may exist between you and their grandparent.

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The roadmap for finding purpose, meaning, and success as we age, from bestselling author, Harvard professor, and the Atlantic's happiness columnist Arthur Brooks. Many of us assume that the more successful we are, the less susceptible we become to the sense...

Individuals approaching the end of life, and their loved ones, face many challenges - but as hospice nurse Karen Whitley Bell reassures us, this difficult time also offers an opportunity to explore and rediscover a richer meaning in life. Drawing on her years of experience, Bell has created a comprehensive, insightful guide to every aspect of hospice care and the final stages of life. For people in hospice care, as well as their friends and families, this is an indispensable reference, a trustworthy source of comfort and spiritual healing.

Feeling overwhelmed and underprepared? Discover relief and renewed hope with this guide to simpler and more rewarding dementia caregiving... Caring for someone with dementia can feel like an entire year packed into just 24 hours. The person you once knew vibrant, loving, and full of life is now lost in the haze of this condition. It's the most bitter and heartbreaking paradox. They're right in front of you, and yet they feel a world away.

'Of picking, washing and cleaning my pretty little toes, which he took great delight in, and in which pleasurable, innocent, and inoffensive pastime he as often spent hours; 'twas the greatest gratification to him on earth, nor did he (said she) indulge in any other in all the time we spent together, he never was even rude enough to give me a kiss.' So emerged the first exposé of foot fetishism in the 18th century.

Aging isn’t natural. It’s a failing of your energy systems. What if the secret to vibrant longevity lies not in expensive treatments or restrictive diets, but in understanding these profound systems that govern every cell in your body? This groundbreaking book reveals how your body's vital energy is key to healthy aging, disease prevention, and sustained vitality.

At 20, Londoner Ann Ingle fell madly in love with an Irish fellow she met on holiday in Cornwall. At the church to arrange their shotgun wedding, she discovered that he hadn't even told her his real name. Sixty-odd years later, Ann looks back on that first glorious fall, and in a series of essays considers what she has learned from the life that followed.

Intermittent fasting might seem daunting, but it is far from it. And even if you've tried various weight loss methods before and think you're too busy for complicated diets, this book specifically caters to your unique challenges and needs. It's a comprehensive guide that addresses the broader aspects of your health and well-being using a holistic approach that sees intermittent fasting as a lifestyle, not a diet.

We spend 93% of our lives indoors, running our biology on the wrong operating system. The result is what Dr. John La Puma calls Digital Obesity: a biological mismatch that drives chronic inflammation, burnout, brain fog, poor sleep, impaired immunity, addiction, metabolic dysfunction, and contributes to heart disease, diabetes and stroke. John La Puma, MD, is a board-certified internist, two-time New York Times bestselling author, and professionally trained chef who reviewed 2,200 peer-reviewed studies to find the right dose of nature for your specific condition and hundreds of ways to get it.

Provide exceptional care for your loved one with dementia… and avoid the burnout and stress caused by caregiving… Did you know that over 50 million people worldwide have dementia? And that number is expected to triple by 2050. It's a concern that affects not only your loved one but also you and your family. There’s a challenging and complex journey ahead… but it can be less chaotic if you handle it right.

Scripture is filled with examples of men and women whom God used late in life, often with great impact—Noah, Abraham, Moses, Elizabeth, and Anna, to name a few. They were ordinary men and women who discovered that the latter years of life can be some of the most rewarding and fulfilling. “For them, growing older wasn’t something to be denied or dreaded;” says Billy Graham, “it was to be embraced as part of God’s plan for their lives.” Billy Graham’s life and ministry have been dedicated to the here and now but always with a happy-ever-after in view.

Unlock the secrets to providing exceptional dementia care, even if you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and on the brink of burnout. Have you always dreamt of providing the best care for your loved one living with dementia? Do you wrestle with feelings of guilt and overwhelm, believing you're falling short of being the caregiver you ought to be?

Mastering Memory Improvement for Adults is a practical, science-informed guide designed to help you strengthen recall, sharpen attention, and support long-term cognitive health. It blends proven memory techniques with realistic lifestyle habits so you can stay mentally sharp at any stage of life.

In these moments of upheaval, you may have yearned for someone who understands what you’re going through and can shed light on your struggles. This is where this guide comes into play. Through this book, you will feel like you finally have a roadmap to navigate the often confusing terrain of menopause.

Hot Flashes & Squirrel Brain is the ultimate guide for women over 40 who are navigating the complexities of menopause and ADHD. This book offers a science-backed, practical approach to help you regain control of your mind and body, improve focus, and restore energy.

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of Common People: The History of An English Family by Alison Light, read by Caroline Laskowska. Family history is a massive phenomenon of our times but what are we after when we go in search of our ancestors? Beginning with her...

Many seniors are looking for ways to redefine their retirement years — to fill them with purpose, connection, and vitality. Imagine waking up each day excited to engage in activities that enrich your life, even as time brings unexpected changes. This guide takes a holistic approach — showing how the life skills we learned as children and used through our working years can evolve and support us as we grow older.

This empowering guide delivers a step-by-step, natural roadmap to help you look and feel your best, no matter your age. Whether you're in your 20s and want to maintain your glow or in your late 40s, 50s, or even 60s and seeking a rejuvenating reset, this book is for YOU.

Caring for Aging Parents: A Practical Survival Guide is your compassionate companion for navigating the overwhelming demands of caregiving. Balancing work, family, and caregiving can feel impossible, but this guide offers practical strategies to manage it all without sacrificing your own well-being. From juggling daily responsibilities to avoiding burnout, this book empowers you to care for your aging parents with confidence.

Some days, caregiving feels like too much for one heart to carry. You’re juggling medications, appointments, finances, and family needs while trying to hold yourself together. You love them deeply… but you’re tired, overwhelmed, and stretched thin. A part of you whispers, “God, I’m doing my best… but I don’t know how long I can keep going.” Inside, you’ll find spiritual encouragement that understands real caregiving, the late nights, hard emotions, quiet tears, and the hidden strength it takes to love someone through illness, aging, dementia, disability, or mental health struggles.