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In less than a second, Google can return more than a million search results for "diets for weight loss." Despite the plethora of options, none take into account the complexities of the human body and the hundreds of factors that determine an individual's weight. Dr. Sylvia Gonsahn-Bollie wanted to change that.CEO and lead physician of Embrace YOU Weight and Wellness, Dr. Gonsahn-Bollie saw a need for a comprehensive wellness plan that created a lasting lifestyle change-beginning in her own life. When her plan worked for her, she began sharing her journey and guide with her patients, and now hopes to lead others on their journey to embracing their own happy, healthy weight.In Embrace You: Your Guide to Transforming Weight Loss Misconceptions into Lifelong Wellness, Dr. Gonsahn-Bollie presents a holistic and scientific yet personal and motivating guide to lasting weight loss. Stop obsessing over the scale and learn to Embrace YOU.

Mixed Paths starts with an introduction to Caniya, a Florida teenager who is distraught and heartbroken. Her mother doesn't support her fashion career dreams; she feels disconnected from her stepfather; and she is grieving her real father, who separated from her mother when she was young. Meanwhile, in a less privileged neighborhood on the other side of town, Caniya's best friend, Karden, gets in trouble with the wrong crowd. While he safely flees the scuffle, he worries that staying in town will endanger his loved ones. Caniya and Karden run away to new beginnings to escape their hardships at home, but neither of them is prepared for the unexpected truth waiting for them at their destination.Each chapter in Mixed Paths is narrated from the viewpoint of different figures in the friends' lives, fostering empathy and open-mindedness. This captivating story is a reminder of the importance of understanding other people's perspectives, our interconnectedness with others, and the meaningful growth that accompanies embracing life's inevitable complexities with allies by your side.

The global pandemic led to renewed interest in health disparities; however, numerous medical schools, residency programs, outpatient clinics, and hospital organizations were not equipped to teach about health equity.In Health Equity: A Guide for Clinicians, Medical Educators & Healthcare Organizations, Dr. Bonzo Reddick presents a framework for addressing health disparities that can be applied to most situations of systemic and institutional bias and to situations of personal bias and discrimination. The scenarios, anecdotes, and interactive activities within this book will enlighten and refresh health educators, physicians, resident physicians, medical students, health professions students, and other healthcare and allied health professionals.Whether used as an introduction to health disparities, a text to assist in teaching about health inequities, or a tool to help your organization develop a framework for achieving health equity, this is an essential guidebook for those ready to reassess their approach to the equitable care of all people.

As women, we sometimes think that our love is enough to make a crooked line straight. We overlook and tolerate unacceptable behaviors just to stay in a relationship. But finally, someone is calling us out and saying, Girl, Bye! Girl, Bye! 10 Lies Women Think and Tell Themselves About Men by Ria Rai Harris is a hilarious and raw wake-up call to women who have been accepting mistreatment and disrespect because of the falsehoods playing on repeat in their minds. Not intended to be a man-bashing tome, this how-to guide lays out what you should and shouldn't allow so that you can: be the woman you always dreamed of!be the woman you'd like your daughter to emulate and become!be the woman that makes your ancestors and yourself proud! This is a must-have book for you and your sister friends in case you ever need to confront a lie or borrow a lesson.

Thankfulness is a strong emotion that puts us into a positive mood, increases happiness, and makes the world a better place.Hannah is a little girl who knows the big power behind giving thanks. As she goes about her day, she does just that. She thanks God for Jesus, for waking her up, for bubbles, for her home, for her Mommy and Daddy, and for everything in between. In Thankful Hannah: A Little Girl's Walk with God, LaSeana Andrews warms our hearts and reminds us that gratitude should be our daily attitude. This timeless story about Hannah's thankfulness is a helpful guide for children and their parents as they take their own spiritual journey.By the end of this book, readers will catch Hannah's contagious gratitude, gain their own appreciation for all the things God has made, and feel the joy and freedom that comes from giving Him thanks.

Psyche: A Poetic Journey Through the Body, Mind, Soul, and Planet is an illustration and celebration of the complexity, contradiction, evolution, messiness, and magic that it is to be alive. Pavita Singh's second poetry collection invites readers to grapple with life's hard questions and to better understand the world around them and their place in it. Even amid this complicated contemplation, readers will also find comfort and reassurance that they are not alone in whatever they are going through and a gentle reminder to enjoy life's simple pleasures.Woven into each poem is a depiction of the unbreakable link between one's inner and outer world. Anyone who feels a little isolated or misunderstood, needs a boost of courage to expand their comfort zone, struggles with staying present, wants to embrace their femininity, or is looking to tap into their inner power will find what they seek in Psyche.

Sports aren't only for entertainment, it's also a religion with a blueprint built on principles aimed for attaining success in all areas of life. Motivational speaker, Jonas N. Strickland believes when viewed as such, we can use the strategies of winning teams as inspiration to achieve our own personal goals and ambitions. Devotion: 21 Days of Cultivating the Winning Habits of the Golden State Warriors is a practical guide formed around the keys to success of the six-time NBA champions, the Golden State Warriors. While recapping some of the most significant moments of NBA history, Devotion provides daily insights, action points, and declarations to help guide you in life, your career, or relationships.Day by day, you'll learn how to think and act like a champion, grow through mentorship and leadership, and hone your legacy. Ideal for sports fans, basketball enthusiasts, and young athletes who enjoy the game of building peak performance, this book is the ticket to your winning season!

From diaper duty to soccer practice-and everything else-parenthood is a constant, complicated endeavor that isn't always well supported. Dr. Stacy Cary-Thompson offers a practical approach to the intricacies of parenting. She emphasizes that our perspectives influence our priorities and our priorities influence our behaviors. Therefore, we must be intentional in order to give the best of ourselves to the children we raise. She draws on observations from her work, research, and her own sorrows and victories as a mother.Written in an accessible and engaging style, The Fine Print: Between the Lines of Parenting, Children, and Relationship-Building:confronts the many layers of parenthood,offers parents a solid understanding of human relationships, andacknowledges that everyone is more than a single identity while offering parents ways to honor that truth within themselves and their children.¿An invaluable resource for navigating emotions, hard conversations, and self-care, this book reminds us that with intentionality, we have the power to transform lives for generations.

The world is trying to silence the Kingdom-minded male, and God is saying, "My men are a critical key in the Kingdom of God. They are the head of the family! They carry the seed." In Yes, God! Volume 2 Men's Edition, Michele Noel-Peake invites you to be impacted, moved, and inspired through the examples of seven men who have overcome real challenges, shown real courage, and are committed to a real God! These men were not afraid to be vulnerable and transparent in opening up their lives to Jesus Christ and saying Yes, God!Through their Yes, God attitude, they are helping to shape and change the world one family, one marriage, one ministry, one church, one child, and one community at a time! May you be compelled to use the power within you to intuitively change from the inside out, as you join them in saying Yes, God!

We are always being guided. The Spirit is always speaking. Yet, far too often, we do not take the time to listen. In Spiritual Whispers by Dr. Jaye¿ Wood, we get an intimate glimpse of the author's conversations with, to, and about God. This captivating collection of poems will take you-regardless of your nationality, faith, gender, or sexual orientation-on an inspirational journey. With emotion you can feel seeping through the pages, Dr. Jaye¿ uses the life lessons she has learned thus far to provide a path through both love and loss that will bolster your hopefulness in yourself and humanity. Divided into three parts, the themes of unity, equality, grace, kindness, gratitude, self-acceptance, and respect for all people permeate this powerful compilation of prose. Dr. Jaye¿ has summoned empathy, experience, knowledge, and wisdom to teach us how to overcome, stand strong, and let God do what He does best.

In Woman, You Are: A 30-Day Devotional for Prayer and Meditation, Terrah S. Bell reminds everyday women how important, inspired, and loved they are-by family, friends, and, most importantly, by God. Rooted in her strong faith and inspired by watching the women in her life overcome obstacle after obstacle, Terrah writes from a place of understanding, encouragement, and empowerment.This devotional is for every strong Black woman-or Queen Sister, as Terrah puts it-who needs a little boost, a daily reminder that God is with her in everything she does, big or small. By reading Woman, You Are daily over five weeks, readers will feel their foundations strengthen, their roots grow, and most of all, their relationship with the Lord blossom as they begin to understand and remember that God already knows so they don't have to figure out what He has already worked out.

Skyler has heard the words "e;sickle cell disease"e; in his visits to the hospital, but he isn't sure what they mean-until one day when his parents decide to explain his condition during one of their Saturday morning walks. At first, Skyler is confused. What is sickle cell disease? Why does he have it? How many other people have it? What can be done to make sure he stays safe and strong? As Skyler's parents patiently field his questions and educate Skyler on his special condition, Skyler grows more confident and empowered.Skyler's Special Something is a conversation starter that can aid parents and caregivers in explaining the unexplainable to their children. Inspired by her son's journey with sickle cell disease, Akua Boakye Okunseinde wrote this book to empower children and parents to openly discuss special health conditions and give them hope for a bright, healthy, and happy future.

There are approximately 1.6 million female Veterans in the United States, and their stories are not often pretty. In Behind the Rank, Volume 5, Lila Holley is back with fourteen coauthors. This array of women, some of them first-time Camouflaged Sisters coauthors, will give you a truly transparent depiction of military life and the types of women that serve. Through them you will hear deeply personal stories from women currently serving in the military, women Veterans who have transitioned from the military, a military spouse, a mother of two Veterans, and a family member serving as caregiver to her Veteran father. The pages of this narrative hold vulnerable, transparent, and beautiful tales of reality from courageous women Veterans who love their military branch and the women they have become because of their service. After reading their accounts, you will know what it means to serve, survive, overcome, and thrive.

We are in a state of multiple crises. With the COVID-19 pandemic, police brutality, bigotry, racial violence, and a government that seems incompetent at best and adding to the problem at worst all vying for our attention and worry, it's easy to become paralyzed with fear. Many feel like a scratched record-stuck in one place, unable to move forward. What we need to do is move the needle of our lives and get past that stuck position.Move the Needle: Get Past the Things that Hinder Your Success by Rev. Joseph K. Williams Sr. is a timely book to help individuals move past whatever is holding them back. Rev. Williams uses an exegetical approach focusing on 1 Corinthians 13:11 and Philippians 3:13 as a framework for returning to pursuing your purpose and passion amid internal and external turmoil. It is time to pray, plan, progress, and move the needle!

Do you ever wonder what the secret is for women who face struggles but still seem to keep it all together? Are you complimented for your display of strength but wish others knew that your life is not perfectly molded and that you sometimes miss a beat? In Women Unveiled, Vol. 2: Secrets of Strong Women, eleven women, led by Erika Etienne, give transparent accounts about the secrets behind their strength. There are many misconceptions when defining a woman's strength and even misguided thoughts that she may never shed a tear or reach a breaking point. However, these stories reveal that women handle and overcome difficult situations only with an abundance of the Lord's grace and support from divinely placed people who help shoulder the burden. These stories will demonstrate real-life examples of what relying on God to conquer life's difficulties looks like. Through them, you will learn to trust God's plan for victory when the circumstances you face seem to point to failure.

How many times have you heard the advice, "e;Don't cry. You don't want to seem weak."e;? Have you ever considered that rather than being a sign of weakness, crying may actually be considered a sign of strength? This is one of the key messages that Heidi Lewis and her seven co-authors aim to get across in Black Girl Cry: What Black Women Need to Know to Amplify Their Voices. All too often, women-especially women of color-are given signals to stay in the shadows, to not draw attention to themselves, or to hide who they are and where they come from. Black Girl Cry advises exactly the opposite. All of the contributing authors in this anthology share with great courage and vulnerability the trauma and obstacles that they have faced as Black women and how they leaned into these experiences to discover, create, and reveal to the world their authentic selves.If you feel uncomfortable in your skin or are struggling to find or share your voice, you will find comfort and inspiration in the stories in Black Girl Cry.

How do I work up the guts to tell my parents that I am being bullied? What do I say in the "sex talk" with my teen daughter? How do we grow into a family with strong self-esteem and goal-setting habits?All at once a guide, a workbook, and an organizer for ones' thoughts, I Choose To Be a Lady answers all of the questions above and more. Hygiene and etiquette, sex and love, career growth and job-hunting, social media and privacy-author Kiana Shaw fearlessly covers the nitty-gritty topics that young people and parents need to know, but may not always feel comfortable talking about.Whether you are a young woman looking for guidance, an adult looking to help, or someone who simply needs a reliable voice to look up to, these chapters are an invaluable resource for you to survive and thrive in the most formative years of your life.

Are you overwhelmed by the weight of mental, emotional, or physical trials and tribulations? Have you found yourself on the brink of giving up? In Healing Toxic Habits, Volume 2, La'Ticia Nicole Beatty and seven inspirational coauthors reveal that they found themselves exactly where you are. Now, they are ready to use the lessons they have learned to inspire, encourage, and support you as you summon the strength to give life another chance.Within the pages of this riveting anthology is the practical advice you have been seeking. Advice that will help you recognize the signs, patterns, and behaviors of toxic habits so that you can find your path from victim to victor and finally experience the breakthrough and healing for which you've been longing.After reading the accounts of these overcomers, you will be assured that what you are going through will not last. You will survive. You will heal.

If you are looking for sound advice to help your teenage daughter navigate adolescence and become a successful adult, SavvyGirl Success: Planting the Seeds to Evolve into a Successful Whole Woman is the book for you. Dr. Eli Gasinu offers suggestions and guidance for coaching your daughter through the changing developmental landscape that comes along with the inevitable dynamics of advancing from one stage of growth to the next. You will be provided with effective tools for assisting your daughter with combating feelings of unworthiness, low self-esteem, and the belief that something is fundamentally wrong with who she is.Parents will discover methods for modeling desired behaviors and recognizing the power you hold as the key influencer in your daughter's life. You will learn how to support your teenage daughter with the information she needs for managing healthy risk-taking, decision-making, and charting a course for her future. SavvyGirl Success is the resource you need to guide your daughter into purpose, self-acceptance, and ultimately fulfilling her wildest dreams.

Childhood sexual abuse is a widespread issue with long-term effects. In the wake of such trauma, women--especially brown women--are often left feeling broken, lost, and empty, while still having to maintain a home, a career, and a family. But what if someone who has been through that same horrific experience could help you go from victim to victor? In Letters to My Brown Girls: 4-Phases to a Liberated Life Beyond Childhood Sexual Abuse, Cynthia Sutherland, D.Sc. shines a light on the dark subject of childhood sexual abuse. An example of adversity and resilience, her story serves as proof that you, too, can heal from your traumatic experience. The resources provided within these pages help you confront and move past your environment of hurt and pain. Additionally, Cynthia's four-phase transformation, A.F.T.R. Framework, is the balm and catalyst for overcoming your mental and emotional barriers and becoming your best self.

When it comes to skincare, it can be hard to discern between marketing hype and the actual science behind best practices. With so much conflicting information, where do you start? How do you find the right skincare regimen and products for your skin? How do you maintain youthful skin or reverse the aging process?Look no further than Live & Look Younger: A Dermatologist's Guide to Youthful Skin and Ageless Beauty. In this comprehensive, fad-free guide, Dr. Kemunto Mokaya draws on her expertise and the most recent scientific evidence to: - Reveal the strong connection between lifestyle and healthy, youthful skin- Explain how factors such as hormones and the microbiome directly affect your skin- Provide strategies for improving your skin through nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress control- Tackle common skin problems like acne, rosacea, eczema, and skin cancers- Demystify the questions surrounding cosmetic procedures and products such as laser treatment, fillers, CBD, and more.Packed with expert skincare tips and secrets, Live & Look Younger will help you achieve agelessly beautiful skin for a lifetime!