This book is the fruit of a study group on perception and action that worked at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research (ZiP) of the University of Bielefeld, FRG in the academic year 1984-1985. We express our gratitude to the ZiF for hosting the group and for providing fmancial and organizational support for its scientific activities, including a meeting of the authors of the present volume that took place at the ZiF in July 1986. This is/ the study group's last common product, and it to...

It’s YOUR Turn - It’s Your Time to ThriveAre you feeling buried under the demands of supporting your spouse, family, and the chaos of daily life while your own needs fall to the bottom of the list?As a midlife woman, it’s easy to always put others first, leaving little time or energy for yourself. But now, It’s YOUR Turn to break free from the overwhelm and reclaim your life.In It’s Your Turn, Shari Biery—a National...

Midlife isn't a crisis. It's a homecoming.You've spent years showing up for everyone else first, your spouse, your kids, your career, until your own needs quietly became the thing you handled last, if at all.It's Your Turn is the book for the woman ready to change that.Shari Biery, a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, found hers at her husband's Navy retirement ceremony after twenty years of service. He walked over, placed the folded American flag i...

This book tells the story of a crazy idea, the courage to start over, countless hours of practice in the basement, embarrassing performances, deep doubts—and the incredible feeling of growing beyond yourself. I share how I dealt with setbacks and managed to overcome challenges. I describe what it feels like to fall down—and how to get back up again. My hope is that this book inspires you to chase your dreams, or to find the courage for a fresh start, no matter where you are in life. In the...

In the late 1990s, several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) focused world attention on the issue of conflict diamonds which funded wars, massive death, and refugee crises across Central and West Africa. Several governments, NGOs, and key industry players engaged in negotiations under the so-called Kimberley Process (KP). A voluntary global agreement came into effect leading to a substantial decline in illicit diamond trade. Despite its importance in international affairs, the KP remai...

Once, there stood a children's home of great reputation and stature. It was Home to thousands of children for nearly a century. It offered security, shelter, food, learning, health care, nurturing, and compassion along with cruelty, hatred and death. It's name was Fairmount.Henry and Belle Gates were two of hundreds of children living in the Home under the rule of Headmaster Rumsted. His rules hung in the hall and on their minds with heavy consequences. Their story is not dissimila...

Dignity is humanity's most prized possession. We experience the loss of dignity as a terrible humiliation: when we lose our dignity we feel deprived of something without which life no longer seems worth living. But what exactly is this trait that we value so highly?In this important new book, distinguished philosopher Peter Bieri looks afresh at the notion of human dignity. In contrast to most traditional views, he argues that dignity is not an innate quality of human beings or a r...

Quiet Stacks, Clear MindHow to Use the Physical Library for Deep Focus, Better Study Habits, and Smarter Academic ResearchYour library can be far more than a place to sit between classes.Quiet Stacks, Clear Mind shows students, researchers, and self-directed learners how to turn a physical library into a practical system for deep focus, better study habits, and stronger academic research skills.If you struggle to focus while studying, lose time to your phone,...

Air Force personnel stationed in the continental United States face a greater risk of contacting a venomous arthropod than the average United States resident because: (1) a large portion of bases are located in the southern half of the United States, where venomous arthropods are most numerous; (2) many facilities (such as radar, communications, security, and missile sites) are located in remote areas where venomous arthropods are not controlled; (3) numerous Air Force training and work ac...

The "Venomous Arthropod Handbook" by Terry L. Biery serves as a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of venomous arthropods. This handbook meticulously details various species, their habitats, and the unique venom they produce. Biery's work is essential for researchers, students, and enthusiasts alike, providing insights into the biological and ecological significance of these creatures. The book combines scientific rigor with accessible language, making it a valuable resource for ...

Progress may be good, but progress will be an adjustment. When a change involves a change in living and uprooting of surroundings, it’s major. This book is about progress, “a squirrel’s dilemma”, and adjustment. About taking down beautiful trees full of pecan nuts in a park area. The park area provided food, shelter, play and sleep for the squirrels as well as safety. As trees were plowed down and taken away, squirrels scampered to other locations in areas of distance from their habitat. A...

Action Games contains more than forty games that the teacher can use to enrich her activity period. Many of the games require no special materials; others call for readily obtainable equipment, such as whistles, balloons, volleyballs, playground balls, tennis balls, and masking tape. The directions for each game suggest whether it should be played indoors or outdoors.