An Oasis in Time
An Oasis in Time

Author: Marilyn Paul

Publisher: Rodale Books

Published: 2017-08-22

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1623366631

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There is a surprising way out of the frenzy, that always-being-behind feeling, and the endless to-do list. Now more than ever, people are seeking a reprieve from the constant pressure to achieve, produce, and consume. While many turn to sporadic bouts of mindfulness and meditation, organizational change specialist Marilyn Paul offers a complementary solution that is as radical as it is ancient. In her new book An Oasis in Time, Paul focuses on the profound benefits of taking a modern-day Sabbath each week for deep rest and nourishing renewal. The energy, perspective, creativity, sense of well-being, and yes, increased productivity that ensue are lifesaving. Drawing on Sabbath tradition, contemporary research, and interviews with scores of busy people, Paul shows that it is possible to introduce these practices regardless of your religious beliefs. Starting with just an hour or two, you can carve out the time from your packed schedule, design your weekly oasis experience, and most importantly, change your mind-set so you can enjoy the pleasure of regularly slowing down and savoring life every week. From surrounding yourself with nature to practicing rituals for beginning and ending oasis time to implementing strategies for connecting with friends and family, self, and source, you will discover practical ways to step off the treadmill and into timeless refreshment on your way to a calmer, richer, more fulfilling life.

The Oasis
The Oasis

Author: Mary McCarthy

Publisher: Melville House

Published: 2013-06-11

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1612192297

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A vicious and brilliant satire of human vanity from the author of the classic bestseller The Group Long out of print, Mary McCarthy's second novel is a bitingly funny satire set in the early years of the Cold War about a group of writers, editors, and intellectuals who retreat to rural New England to found a hilltop utopia. With this group loosely divided into two factions—purists, led by the libertarian editor Macdougal Macdermott, and the realists, skeptics led by the smug Will Taub—the situation is ripe not only for disaster but for comedy, as reality clashes with their dreams of a perfect society. Though written as a roman à clef, McCarthy barely disguised her characters, including using her former lover Philip Rahv, founder of Partisan Review, as the model for Will Taub. As a result, the novel caused an absolute explosion of outrage among the literary elite of the day, who clearly recognized themselves among her all-too-accurate portraits. Rahv threatened a lawsuit to stop publication. Diana Trilling, Lionel Trilling's wife, called McCarthy a "thug." McCarthy's friend Dwight McDonald (Macdougal Macdermott) called it "vicious, malicious, and nasty." Never one to shy away from controversy, McCarthy's portrait of her generation had indeed drawn blood. But the brilliance of the novel has outlasted its first detonation and can now be enjoyed for its aphoritic, fearless dissection of the vanities of human endeavor. In an added bonus, the renowned essayist Vivian Gornick details in a moving introduction the importance of McCarthy's intellectual and artistic bravery, and how she influenced a generation of young writers and thinkers.

An Oasis in Time
An Oasis in Time

Author: Marilyn Paul

Publisher: Rodale

Published: 2017-08-22

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1623366623

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There is a surprising way out of the frenzy, that always-being-behind feeling, and your endless to-do list. Now more than ever, people are seeking a reprieve from the constant pressure to achieve, produce, and consume. While many turn to sporadic bouts of mindfulness and meditation, organizational change specialist Marilyn Paul offers a complementary solution that is as radical as it is ancient. In her new book An Oasis in Time, Paul focuses on the profound benefits of taking a modern-day Sabbath each week for deep rest and nourishing renewal. The energy, perspective, creativity, sense of well-being, and yes, increased productivity that ensue are lifesaving. Drawing on Sabbath tradition, contemporary research, and interviews with scores of busy people, Paul shows that it is possible to introduce these practices regardless of your religious beliefs. Starting with just an hour or two, you can carve out the time from your packed schedule, design your weekly oasis experience, and most importantly, change your mind-set so you can enjoy the pleasure of regularly slowing down and savoring life every week. From surrounding yourself with nature to practicing rituals for beginning and ending oasis time to implementing strategies for connecting with friends and family, self, and source, you will discover practical ways to step off the treadmill and into timeless refreshment on your way to a calmer, richer, more fulfilling life.

Oasis
Oasis

Author: Katya de Becerra

Publisher: Imprint

Published: 2020-01-07

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1250220858

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In this young adult thriller for fans of Lost and The Twilight Zone, a group of teens are saved when they come across a mysterious oasis. But who will save them from the oasis? Alif had exciting summer plans: working on her father’s archeological dig site in the desert with four close friends ... and a very cute research assistant. Then the sandstorm hit. Their camp wiped away, Alif and the others find themselves lost on the sands, seemingly doomed ... until they find the oasis. It has everything they need: food, water, and shade—and mysterious ruins that hide a deadly secret. As reality begins to shift around them, they question what’s real and what’s a mirage. The answers turn Alif and her friends against each other, and they begin to wonder if they’ve truly been saved. And while it was easy to walk into the oasis, it may be impossible to leave ... An Imprint Book “Will stick to readers’ skin long after the final page is turned.” —Booklist (starred review) “de Becerra successfully builds a fraught tension throughout the book that mirrors the characters’ feelings as reality leaves them behind . . . well worth the payoff.” —The Bulletin

Secrets of the Oasis
Secrets of the Oasis

Author: Abby Green

Publisher: Harlequin

Published: 2011-12-20

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 0373130465

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Shocking secrets of the sands When she gave herself to Sheikh Salman in Paris five years ago, Jamilah Moreau fantasized about wedding dresses and happy endings. But Salman was driven by desire, not diamond solitaires.... Now, sheikh of a desert kingdom, Salman can have anything he wants--and, as Jamilah discovers when he spirits her off to a desert oasis, it's still her However, time has wrought changes, and their lovemaking is no longer enough. Something happened back in Paris that had everlasting consequences for both of them....

Ready Player One
Ready Player One

Author: Ernest Cline

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2011-08-16

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 0307887456

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. “Enchanting . . . Willy Wonka meets The Matrix.”—USA Today • “As one adventure leads expertly to the next, time simply evaporates.”—Entertainment Weekly A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready? In the year 2045, reality is an ugly place. The only time Wade Watts really feels alive is when he’s jacked into the OASIS, a vast virtual world where most of humanity spends their days. When the eccentric creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves behind a series of fiendish puzzles, based on his obsession with the pop culture of decades past. Whoever is first to solve them will inherit his vast fortune—and control of the OASIS itself. Then Wade cracks the first clue. Suddenly he’s beset by rivals who’ll kill to take this prize. The race is on—and the only way to survive is to win. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly • San Francisco Chronicle • Village Voice • Chicago Sun-Times • iO9 • The AV Club “Delightful . . . the grown-up’s Harry Potter.”—HuffPost “An addictive read . . . part intergalactic scavenger hunt, part romance, and all heart.”—CNN “A most excellent ride . . . Cline stuffs his novel with a cornucopia of pop culture, as if to wink to the reader.”—Boston Globe “Ridiculously fun and large-hearted . . . Cline is that rare writer who can translate his own dorky enthusiasms into prose that’s both hilarious and compassionate.”—NPR “[A] fantastic page-turner . . . starts out like a simple bit of fun and winds up feeling like a rich and plausible picture of future friendships in a world not too distant from our own.”—iO9

18 Minutes
18 Minutes

Author: Peter Bregman

Publisher: Business Plus

Published: 2011-09-28

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 1455500461

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Based upon his weekly Harvard Business Review columns (which is one of the most popular columns on HBR.com, receiving hundreds of thousands of unique page views a month), 18 Minutes clearly shows how busy people can cut through all the daily clutter and distractions and find a way to focus on those key items which are truly the top priorities in our lives. Bregman works from the premise that the best way to combat constant and distracting interruptions is to create productive distractions of one's own. Based upon a series of short bite-sized chapters, his approach allows us to safely navigate through the constant chatter of emails, text messages, phone calls, and endless meetings that prevent us from focusing our time on those things that are truly important to us. Mixing first-person insights along with unique case studies, Bregman sprinkles his charming book with pathways which help guide us --pathways that can get us on the right trail in 18 minutes or less.

Sabino Canyon
Sabino Canyon

Author: David Wentworth Lazaroff

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 1993-03

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9780816513444

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Nestled in the Santa Catalina Mountains near Tucson, Arizona, Sabino Canyon demonstrates the beauty and resiliency of life in what many would assume to be a most inhospitable place. For thousands of visitors each year, this oasis in the Sonoran Desert offers the opportunity to experience biodiversity in action. David Lazaroff has called on years of studying, photographing, and educating people about Sabino Canyon to produce this clearly written and beautifully illustrated book. Focusing on the importance of Sabino Creek both to plants and animals and to human recreation, he tracks the ebb and flow of canyon life through the year and tells how people have sought to utilize the canyon through history. First-time visitors to Sabino Canyon will find their experience enriched through Lazaroff's insights into plants, animals, and geology, while those who regularly frequent Sabino's trails or pools can become better informed about its fragile desert and riparian habitats. For anyone curious about life in a genuine Southwestern oasis, this book captures the beauty and uniqueness of a natural treasure-house located in a bustling city's back yard.

The Oasis of Light
The Oasis of Light

Author: Alin Deak

Publisher: Bookbaby

Published: 2021-11-20

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13: 9781098397821

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"The Oasis of Light" presents the adventurous journey of the human soul while it transcends through the narrow path of salvation. This is a captivating and inspiring book that will help readers get in touch with their faith in ways that they previously would never imagine. Alin Deak masterfully presents this journey through breathtaking writing, creating a spiritual experience like no other. The love stories, the battles, the sacrifice, and the virtues presented in this book will reanimate your soul and spark your curiosity to understand the true meaning of life. Ultimately, we all need to raise our eyes toward the sky and remember that our soul's complex expression is what makes us unique.

Relax and Color
Relax and Color

Author: Cara Stein

Publisher: Fire Lizard Press

Published: 2015-05-21

Total Pages: 78

ISBN-13: 9780692448076

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A beautiful, inspirational adult coloring book by the author of How to be Happy (No Fairy Dust or Moonbeams Required) and Getting Unstuck Sometimes, all you need is a break--a small treat that's just for you, to help you recharge and center your mind so you can face the rest of your life with grace. That's what this adult coloring book offers. Relax and Color is filled with inspiration and beauty, so you can relax, be creative, and get back in touch with your best self. The pictures are printed on only one side of the page, so you can color to your heart's content without worrying about ruining the next picture. If you wish, each page can become a work of art. Just take it out of the book and display it or give it as a gift to someone you love! But this isn't just a coloring book. The other side of each page also has an inspiring quote or a question to ponder, so you have a positive place to rest your mind as you color. Lovely, intricate designs specifically chosen to help you relax, relieve stress, and feel good One-sided printing with a wide inner margin so the binding won't interfere with your coloring Inspirational quotes and ideas printed on the back of each page to give you a positive place to rest your mind while you color Assorted subjects to choose from, including faces, birds, butterflies, trees, flowers, mandalas, and abstract designs Perfect for coloring with colored pencils, fine-point markers, and gel pens Inspired by the beautiful, intricate style of Johanna Basford's Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest, Relax and Color offers detailed, meditative images to help you focus, let your worries melt away, and enjoy your me-time. It's a zero-calorie treat, a simple pleasure that's always waiting for you. We all need a creative outlet, and coloring offers an easy, stress-free way to be creative and make something beautiful. This grown up coloring book offers you the chance to relax, relieve stress, and express yourself. Be as delicate as you want, or get wild and color outside the lines. It's up to you! This is your oasis, a mini-vacation where you can do whatever you want. Coloring books for grownups are selling millions and topping bestseller lists. It's your turn to join the fun! Get out the colored pencils or markers and go ahead: relax and color! Relax and Color Coloring Book for Adults Arts & Crafts, Self-Help, Personal Growth 78 pages, 8.5" x 8.5" (21.59 cm x 21.59 cm)