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Universal
Pub. Date
[2002], c2001
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English
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Dramatic biography of John Nash, a mathematical genius, who made an astonishing discovery early in his career and stood on the brink of international acclaim. But the handsome and arrogant Nash soon found himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery. After many years of struggle, he eventually triumphed over his schizophrenia, and finally, late in life, received the Nobel Prize.
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John Forbes Nash, Jr., a prodigy and legend by the age of thirty, dazzled the mathematical world by solving a series of deep problems deemed “impossible” by other mathematicians. But at the height of his fame, Nash suffered a catastrophic mental breakdown and began a harrowing descent into insanity, resigning his post at MIT, slipping into a series of bizarre delusions, and eventually becoming a dreamy, ghostlike figure at Princeton, scrawling...
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Slow down and create mindful moments using this self-care handbook that includes everything from guided meditations to Ayurvedic practices like tongue scraping and self-massage. Adapted from Shiva Rose's Whole Beauty, here are three inspiring, chock-full self-care guides for the incredible price of $12.95 and in an irresistible impulse format. Whole Beauty: Meditation & Mindfulness includes everything you need to create mindful moments, from guided...
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It's been nine years since fifteen-year old math prodigy Ariella Dobbs left her home in the mountains of Georgia to attend MIT. Nine years of changing how she talked, how she dressed, and how she acted-nine years of becoming someone else.
It's been six years since she met Hudson Calder, the handsome, sophisticated son of a prominent East Coast family and an MBA student at Harvard who is interested in establishing a computer security business based...
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From two discordant families, who merged through the marriage of the son of one and daughter of the other, came a young lady who would change their lives. Nicole Hoffman had extraordinary personality traits, the most amazing of which was her unpublicised claim that she could see into the minds of her predecessors. Injuries from a horrifi c horse-riding accident disclosed this trait, which medical science was unable to explain despite great efforts....
8) Hawking
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PBS
Pub. Date
[2014]
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English
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The film features exclusive access to Hawking's life story, told largely in his own words. It includes dramatic accounts of his life from childhood through university, intimate footage of Hawking today, including his home routine and his work life at the University of Cambridge, archival footage and candid insights from family members, friends and colleagues.
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Osho analyses the function of the human mind in connection with meditation. Responding here to a question related to a space of 'no-mind' or mindfulness he says: "meditation covers a very long pilgrimage. When I say "meditation is witnessing", it is the beginning of meditation. And when I say "meditation is no-mind," it is the completion of the pilgrimage. Witnessing is the beginning, and no-mind is the fulfillment. Witnessing is the method to reach...
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Loving a Beautiful Mind is the story of a brilliant, talented man who while preparing for a promising career in academia was diagnosed with schizophrenia. Written by his wife of over forty years, the book tells the heart-wrenching story of the effect of mental illness on a marriage and family. The experience is told from the standpoint of an active faith in Jesus Christ, dedicated to living life with a mighty God who loves His children. The onset...
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Your subconscious mind is a beautiful garden, waiting to grow whatever thoughts you plant. Your mind is a beautiful, fertile garden that will grow whatever thoughts and feelings you plant. What you plant and cultivate in your mind's garden grows into what you experience. Filled with 365 magical thoughts, and a healing garden of harmony meditation, Magical Mind Gardens encourages you to look within your mind to see the magical power you have to create...
13) The Mind-Beauty Connection: 9 Days to Reverse Stress Aging and Reveal More Youthful, Beautiful Skin
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Stress ages us. It's a scientific fact that negative emotions, sleep deprivation, and high-pressure schedules wear on our looks-especially our skin. As we all cope with ever-increasing career demands, household hassles, family pressures, and financial concerns, the stress is written all over our faces in the form of premature lines, skin spots, and sagging.But here's the good part: Stress aging is entirely reversible. Dr. Amy Wechsler, in partnership...
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Cut back or quit drinking entirely…fast!
Are you worried you're drinking too much? Has alcohol become a major part of your life? Do you fear it's affecting your health? Your relationships? Your career?
Cassandra Gaisford, a former health counselor and holistic therapist, award-winning artist, and the #1 bestselling author of Stress Less, Mid-Life Career Rescue, and Find Your Passion and Purpose (BCA, Dip Psych), provides a fresh sobriety solution.
Anyone...
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The Beauties of Islam Religion For Mind, Body and Soul Bilingual Edition In English & Spanish Languange. Based From The Noble Quran and Al-Hadith.
At this time in Islam's history, when the entire religion is being judged by the actions of a few, it is appropriate to step back from the glare of the media spotlight and examine the beauties that infuse the way of life known as Islam. There is greatness and splendour in Islam that is often overshadowed...
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In Beautiful Brokenness, Shakela helps you begin healing by refocusing on you. She shows how to use your pain to push you into your purpose, silence that inner critic, and become who God created you to be. This book was written to encourage you to heal from that unsuccessful relationship, claim your worth, move past your fears, and receive the freedom that our gracious God has given to each of you. You can reclaim what's yours. You can't succeed if...
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Stephen A. Lawrence introduces readers to holistic dental care and its role in overall health.
Most people America would like to maintain healthy teeth and gums during their lifetime. While conventional dental care still relies on outdated treatment methods, including the use of toxic elements such as mercury and fluoride, this is not the way dentistry must be practiced, and more and more patients are beginning to realize that there are safer, more...
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"You don't have to be a scientist to think like a scientist. Anyone can do it and everyone should. This book will show you how. The advantages are many: from detecting bias to avoiding error and appreciating the richness of the world. Author Stanley Rice, himself a scientist, explains that science is essentially organized common sense. While the brain is hardwired for common sense, unfortunately, it also relies on a number of misleading tendencies....
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2 books:
Book 1: Mindfulness - The true path to enlightenment and inner peace begins with mindfulness.
With all the distractions and temptations in the world nowadays, it becomes ever-so-ever important to be aware of our environment, and to do so in a significant, controlled, balanced way. Many have found and tapped into the power of mindfulness, a spiritual mindset and meditative method that allows the individual to expand his or her thoughts to...