An airport pet groomer meets her frequent flier crush in this captivating romance novella from the acclaimed author of How to Fail at Flirting Ollie Wright loves the thrill of taking chances, like opening a pet grooming salon in an airport where every day is a little unpredictable. The one thing she won't risk is her heart, so catching glimpses of a cute stranger from afar is enough romantic entanglement for her. Bennett Baker is a professional risk assessor by day while writing popular romance novels at night, except he finds himself facing writer's block. His life of carefully planned stability comes crashing down when he rescues a slippery pup in the airport and returns it to the enchanting pet groomer whose laugh inspires him to start writing again. Their chance encounter and instant chemistry thrusts them into a whirlwind of airport dates at pretzel kiosks, stolen glances at empty gates, and late-night texts that leave them swooning. If the risk-adverse Bennett can take a chance on uncertainty and adventurous Ollie will break her own rule, their relationship might stop taxiing and actually take off.
This book is about a journey into the workings of the Soul. The truth about a human being's life purpose and the keys to transform one's life have been discussed and written about for centuries, by many different people, of many different spiritual persuasions. These truths, whilst written in different languages and supported by different religious beliefs, nevertheless have come from the same Divine source, and subsequently are universal truth that when embraced bring forth unified outcomes. In the writing of this book I have harmonized these important Spiritual, Psychological and Philosophical truths, bringing them together to reveal the keys to a holistically successful life, body, mind and Soul. I envisage that by accepting and acting on this truth your life will be quietly transformed, perhaps from one of anxiousness and uncertainty, to one of calm and certainty, which will find you at peace with your past, intensely passionate about your present, and confident and calm about your future.
Keeping your love on. It's a hard thing to do. Sometimes it's the hardest thing to do. But if you want to build healthy relationships with God and others, learning to keep your love on is non-negotiable. Adults and children alike thrive in healthy relationships where it is safe to love and be loved, to know and be known. Yet for many, relationships are anything but safe, loving, or intimate. They are defined by anxiety, manipulation, control, and conflict. The reason is that most people have never been trained to be powerful enough to keep their love on in the face of mistakes, pain, and fear. Keep Your Love On reveals the higher, Jesus-focused standard defined by mature love--love that stays 'on' no matter what. Danny Silk's practical examples and poignant stories will leave you with the power to draw healthy boundaries, communicate in love, and ultimately protect your connections so you can love against all odds. As a result, your relationships will be radically transformed for eternity. When you learn to keep your love on, you become like Jesus.
"Love is a journey, not a destination. Embrace the adventure together." Discover the secrets to finding and maintaining lasting love with "The Love Connection: Mastering the Art of Dating and Relationships." This comprehensive guide provides expert advice, practical tips, and essential strategies for navigating the modern dating landscape and building a strong, healthy relationship that stands the test of time. Inside "The Love Connection," you'll explore the following topics and more: Understanding the Basics of Dating and Relationships Developing Effective Communication Skills The Importance of Trust and Emotional Vulnerability Overcoming Common Relationship Challenges Nurturing Intimacy and Emotional Connection Balancing Independence and Interdependence The Power of Shared Values and Goals Tips for Building a Strong Foundation in the Early Stages of Dating Recognizing and Avoiding Toxic Relationships Strategies for Long-Distance Relationships and Coping with Separation The Role of Family and Friends in a Healthy Relationship Techniques for Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving Keeping the Romance Alive: Date Nights, Surprises, and Celebrating Milestones Self-Care and Personal Growth in Relationships Advice for Singles, Couples, and Those Reentering the Dating Scene • Navigating Breakups, Rebounds, and Moving On Tips for Dating in a Digital World: Online Dating, Social Media, and Technology Understanding Love Languages and How to Meet Your Partner's Needs Cultivating a Growth Mindset in Your Relationship The Importance of Forgiveness, Apologies, and Making Amends Building a Support Network and Seeking Professional Help Whether you're single and searching for your soulmate, in the early stages of a blossoming romance, or a seasoned couple looking to reignite the spark, "The Love Connection" is your go-to resource for mastering the art of dating and relationships. With its invaluable advice and practical strategies, this guide will help you unlock the secrets to lasting love and build a fulfilling, joyous partnership. Begin your journey towards a happier, more connected relationship today with "The Love Connection: Mastering the Art of Dating and Relationships." Contents: Knowing Yourself Understanding Your Personal Values Identifying Your Relationship Goals Recognizing Your Attachment Style The Dating Mindset Cultivating a Positive Attitude Embracing Vulnerability Building Confidence and Self-Esteem The Art of Attraction Dressing for Success Enhancing Your Body Language Mastering the Art of Conversation Modern Dating Tools Navigating Online Dating Making the Most of Dating Apps Utilizing Social Media in Dating First Dates Selecting the Ideal Location Preparing for a Successful First Date Strategies for Making a Great First Impression Effective Communication Active Listening Techniques Expressing Your Feelings and Needs Resolving Conflicts Constructively Building Trust and Emotional Intimacy Developing Trust in Relationships Fostering Emotional Closeness Maintaining Healthy Boundaries Long-Term Relationship Success Keeping the Spark Alive Balancing Individuality and Togetherness Growing Together as a Couple Nurturing Romance Creative Date Ideas Expressing Love and Appreciation The Role of Physical Intimacy Dealing with Common Relationship Challenges Managing Long-Distance Relationships Coping with Jealousy and Insecurity Addressing Infidelity and Betrayal When Relationships End Recognizing When to Let Go Healing from a Breakup or Divorce Learning from Past Relationships Dating Safety Protecting Your Personal Information Staying Safe on Dates Handling Unwanted Advances Compatibility Factors Identifying Shared Values and Interests Assessing Long-Term Compatibility Balancing Similarities and Differences Making Connections Expanding Your Social Circle Meeting Potential Partners Networking and Building Friendships The Role of Family and Friends Introducing Your Partner to Your Loved Ones Balancing Relationship and Family Dynamics Navigating Relationships with In-Laws The Impact of Culture and Background Appreciating Cultural Differences Navigating Interfaith Relationships Bridging Generational Gaps Financial Matters in Relationships Discussing Money and Financial Goals Managing Joint Finances Addressing Financial Conflict Mental Health and Relationships Supporting a Partner with Mental Health Challenges Managing Your Own Mental Health in a Relationship Seeking Professional Help for Relationship Issues Personal Growth in Relationships Encouraging Individual Growth and Development Supporting Each Other's Dreams and Ambitions Strengthening the Relationship Through Shared Experiences The Role of Commitment Understanding Different Types of Commitment Navigating the Stages of a Relationship Deciding Whether to Get Married or Cohabitate Preparing for the Future Discussing Important Life Decisions Planning for Family and Parenthood Envisioning Your Life Together Balancing Work and Relationships Prioritizing Time for Your Relationship Managing Work-Related Stress Supporting Each Other's Career Goals Building a Support Network Cultivating Strong Friendships Connecting with Other Couples Seeking Advice and Guidance from Mentors The Importance of Self-Care Prioritizing Personal Well-Being Practicing Self-Compassion and Self-Love Establishing Healthy Boundaries in Relationships The Power of Forgiveness Understanding the Role of Forgiveness in Relationships Learning to Forgive Yourself and Your Partner Moving Forward After Hurt and Disappointment Dealing with Relationship Transitions Navigating Major Life Changes Together Supporting Each Other During Challenging Times Embracing Growth and Change as a Couple Nurturing a Spiritual Connection Exploring Shared Spiritual Beliefs and Practices Deepening Your Emotional and Spiritual Bond The Role of Mindfulness and Gratitude in Relationships The Impact of Physical Health on Relationships Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle Together Supporting Each Other's Fitness Goals Navigating Health Challenges as a Couple The Role of Humor and Playfulness Injecting Fun and Laughter into Your Relationship Exploring Shared Hobbies and Interests Maintaining a Sense of Adventure and Excitement Developing Resilience in Relationships Overcoming Obstacles and Setbacks Together Cultivating a Growth Mindset as a Couple Building Emotional Strength and Resilience Celebrating Milestones and Anniversaries Honoring Your Relationship's Journey Creating Meaningful Rituals and Traditions Reflecting on Your Growth and Accomplishments Together
The New York Times bestselling author and a central figure in the field of meditation, Sharon Salzberg, uses ancient Buddhist wisdom to redefine love and experience it in a more profound way. You are a person worthy of love. You don’t have to do anything to deserve all the love in the world. Real Love is a creative tool kit of mindfulness exercises and meditation techniques that help you to truly engage with your present experience and create deeper love relationships with yourself, your partner, friends and family, and with life itself. Sharon Salzberg, a leading expert in Lovingkindness meditation, encourages us to strip away layers of negative habits and obstacles, helping us to experience authentic love based on direct experience, rather than preconceptions. Across three sections, Sharon explains how to dispel cultural and emotional habits, and direct focused care and attention to recapture the essence of what it is to love and be loved. With positive reflections and practices, Sharon teaches us how to shift the responsibilities of the love that we give and receive to rekindle the powerful healing force of true connection. By challenging myths perpetuated by popular culture, we can undo the limited definitions that reduce love to simply romance or passion, and give the heart a much needed tune-up to connect ourselves to the truest experience of love in our daily lives.
From the world’s foremost neuroscientist of romantic love comes a personal story of connection and heartbreak that brings new understanding to an old truth: better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. At thirty-seven, Dr. Stephanie Cacioppo was content to be single. She was fulfilled by her work on the neuroscience of romantic love—how finding and growing with a partner literally reshapes our brains. That was, until she met the foremost neuroscientist of loneliness. A whirlwind romance led to marriage and to sharing an office at the University of Chicago. After seven years of being inseparable at work and at home, Stephanie lost her beloved husband, John, following his intense battle with cancer. In Wired for Love, Stephanie tells not just a science story but also a love story. She shares revelatory insights into how and why we fall in love, what makes love last, and how we process love lost—all grounded in cutting-edge findings in brain chemistry and behavioral science. Woven through it all is her moving personal story, from astonishment to unbreakable bond to grief and healing. Her experience and her work enrich each other, creating a singular blend of science and lyricism that’s essential reading for anyone looking for connection.
This book will help you see that love and leadership are not mutually exclusive and learn that without love, you cannot be an effective leader. The one action verb most frequently missing from various manifestos on leadership is love. In Love Leads Dr. Steve Greene shares real-life examples, principles, and exhortations of the love of a leader. You will discover what it looks like to lead with love--is there a process of love? is tough love really love?--and you will view leadership as it's never been seen before as Dr. Greene dispels the myths and misconceptions many have come to accept about leadership. The real-life principles in this book are fully supported throughout by the actions of God who "so loved that He gave...," leading you to see with new insight that the true essence of leadership is love.
"For those looking for a smart, no-bullshit, effective guide to finding love, look no further."—Esther Perel, author of Mating in Captivity "While I’m not sure what Carrie Bradshaw would have made of today’s new world of dating, I do know this: armed with Love Rules, she would have figured it all out in one season."—Sarah Jessica Parker Sheryl Sandberg empowered women to lean in. Arianna Huffington Encouraged them to thrive. Now, Joanna Coles guides them on their most important journey: finding love. Love Rules will enable you to identify what you want in a relationship, when you should pursue it, and how to find it. Just as there is junk food, there is junk love. And like junk food, junk love is fast, convenient, attractively packaged, widely available, superficially tasty—and leaves you hungering for more. And both junk food and junk love require enormous amounts of willpower to resist. Social media and online dating sites have become the supermarkets of our relationship lives. You have to wade through rows of cupcakes and potato chips to find the produce aisle, where those relationships grounded in intimacy and trust live—the ones worth your investment. A diet book for romantic relationships, Love Rules first asks women to re-assess the way they think about their relationships, and then helps them use that newfound awareness to navigate their love lives more successfully in this very modern, fast-paced—and often lonely—digital age. In these pages leading media exec and former Editor in Chief of Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire Joanna Coles provides a series of simple guidelines for finding worthwhile love: fifteen rules—love "hacks." She also explains how to use dating apps effectively to expand real world connections and how to avoid DADD—dating attention—deficit disorder, where the tantalizing promise of someone better appears to be only the next swipe away.
"A warm romance that bursts with realism and celebrates the symbiotic power of love and healing.”―Entertainment Weekly #1 LibraryReads Pick Indie Next Pick One daring to-do list and a crash course in flirtation turn a Type A overachiever’s world upside down. When her flailing department lands on the university's chopping block, Professor Naya Turner’s friends convince her to shed her frumpy cardigan for an evening on the town. For one night her focus will stray from her demanding job and she’ll tackle a new kind of to-do list. When she meets a charming stranger in town on business, he presents the perfect opportunity to check off the items on her list. Let the guy buy her a drink. Check. Try something new. Check. A no-strings-attached hookup. Check…almost. Jake makes her laugh and challenges Naya to rebuild her confidence, which was left toppled by her abusive ex-boyfriend. Soon she’s flirting with the chance at a more serious romantic relationship—except nothing can be that easy. The complicated strings around her dating Jake might destroy her career. Naya has two options. She can protect her professional reputation and return to her old life or she can flirt with the unknown and stay with the person who makes her feel like she's finally living again.
