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Secrets of Cancer Survivors
By : Elizabeth Gould

RRP : AUD$21.95

Press - New Idea

In this ground-breaking book, Elizabeth Gould details her own story as well as the stories of five cancer survivors. No diets or miracle cures but a practical step-by-step approach to describing the emotional and physical journey through cancer into remission. In this book you will learn: Mental tools and techniques to cope with each stage of cancer How your body will change during treatment and how to cope with those changes The best ways to emotionally support a cancer patient; and How the cancer journey can transform your life. This is a book of hope, survival and how to discover your own path through an enormous physical and mental challenge. Elizabeth Gould had barely recovered from being the victim of a major crime during which she had to defend her two small children, when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Drawing on her previous experience of surviving in tough situations, Elizabeth pulled through but was concerned at the lack of material about ‘the things that no-one will tell you’. Using her experience as a writer as well as a survivor, Elizabeth interviewed five other survivors all with different cancers and backgrounds to distill the ‘secrets’ to surviving cancer to complete her book ‘Secrets of Cancer Survivors’.

In this book you will learn: Mental tools and techniques to cope with each stage of cancer how your body will change during treatment and how to cope with those changes The best ways to emotionally support a cancer patient; and How the cancer journey can transform your life. This is a book of hope, survival and how to discover your own path through an enormous physical and mental challenge.

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Sacred Space
The Prayer Book 2008

RRP : AUD$24.95

Sacred Space The Prayer Book 2008 is the fourth edition of the book of the hugely successful website www.sacredspace.ie inaugurated in 1999 by Alan McGuckian SJ and Peter Scally SJ of the Jesuit Communication Centre, Ireland. Since its inception in 1999, in excess of twenty million people have visited the website and the prayer book is now translated into twenty different languages. Worldwide, Christians from all denominations reflect and pray at the site, as do those seeking a sense of spirituality in their lives. The overwhelming response has been the realisation that the faith that unites us is far greater than that which divides us.

This book, as with the website, guides the reader, simply and gently, through a few stages of preparation. Each week begins with “Something to think and pray about each day this week”, then six small “Stages of Prayer” leading into a short piece of scripture with points to help us think about the text and make it relevant to our daily lives. This sacred space in one’s day can be anywhere at any time – on a park bench, at home, the office, the beach – a time to quietly connect with God. A time to be consoled, healed, challenged and transformed.

Michelle Anderson Publishing has acquired world rights to this title and has sold US rights to Ave Maria Press and Irish and UK rights to Veritas Publishers.

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Smart Living with Tonia Todman
Fabulous Food, Home Styling, Entertaining,
Housekeep and Gardening Ideas
By Tonia Todman

RRP : AUD$34.95

SMART LIVING WITH TONIA TODMAN: Fabulous Food, Home Styling, Entertaining, Housekeeping and Gardening Ideas provides an absolute feast of information for the reader. Written in her friendly, easy-to-read style with beautiful photographs SMART LIVING should be part of every home. TONIA is well-known and admired around Australia for her eighteen years with Channel 10’s Healthy, Wealthy & Wise and Good Morning Australia as craft, food, travel and lifestyle presenter, concurrent as presenter-host of ‘Creative Living with Tonia Todman’. Tonia continues to write and is setting up a school for cooking, interior design and craft in the lush Central Highlands of Victoria. She also produces regular food and current affairs radio programs while diligently restoring her historic 150 year old bluestone house and garden.

Having written 27 books on Craft, Cooking and Do-it-Yourself, Tonia has now incorporated much of her wisdom into SMART LIVING WITH TONIA TODMAN: Fabulous Food, Home Styling, Entertaining, Housekeeping and Gardening Ideas.

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An Eye for An I : Living Philosophy
By Robert Spillane

RRP AUD : $24.95

We cannot escape from philosophy because we philosophise when we reflect critically on how we are living and the study of living, suitably elaborated, is philosophy. Philosophies embody ideas of considerable force and fascination which can change lives. To live a philosophy we need to penetrate the illusions of appearance and the delusions of common sense by which life misleads us. Because philosophy is thinking about thinking it is a subversive and liberating activity. It is subversive because philosophers are never satisfied with final answers. It is liberating because philosophers confront us with our prejudices. Socrates, Plato, Diogenes, Epictetus, Machiavelli, Descartes, Hume, Voltaire, Rousseau, Kant, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Sartre, Beauvoir, Camus and others discussed here aim not merely to communicate information but challenge readers with striking ideas and to arouse curiosity, not to satisfy it.

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Finding Joy Within
By David Corby

RRP : AUD$21.95

Finding Joy Within shows us the steps to finding true joy again. It is about potential, the potential for all of us to live the life we most want to live, a life where we express our values in all that we do. The aim is to learn to let go of all the things that hold us back from expressing who we truly are in our lives. Joy is not ‘happiness’. Joy is something deeper. It is closer to a state of peace than it is to happiness. This book will take us there.

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The Management Contradictionary
By Benjamin Marks, Rodney Marks and Robert Spillane

RRP : AUD$19.95

"Don’t judge a book by its cover."
Page Turner, Aphorists' Pundit

The Management Contradictionary defines the real meaning of over 1,000 management terms. The shock of recognition, the juxtaposition of incongruous facts and fiction and the undermining of authority all combine to create a humorous debunking of the world of work. As a funny business tool kit, it provides ammunition and antidotes to readers. Defend yourself against the jargon and the clichés of business and government! This book has been peer reviewed by its authors.

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Attract Money Subconsciously Attract Money Subconsciously : DIY
By Dr Peta Stapleton

RRP : AUD$19.95

Psychologist Dr Peta Stapleton has written this book for those of us who want to change their ability to attract wealth and abundance.

An easy-to-read self help book guiding people to financial success by changing those behaviours and patterns which prevent abundance from flowing into their lives. It discusses the underlying subconscious patterns which exist and provides the skills/exercises to identify those patterns and change them at the subconscious level.

Case histories are given to show how Dr Stapleton’s method works easily and successfully.

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Organics of Relationships
A Do-it-Yourself Manual for Women
by Natalie Rinehart

RRP $19.95 AUD

This book helps couples in their relationships by helping women, in this case, look at their own behaviour and how with the right 'ecosystem' they can encourage growth and beauty in their relationship. It helps women reflect on the ways they can better understand their male partners, being aware of course that men make errors in relationships, but this book is not about those mistakes. The reader must be honest about what they see in themselves in these pages. Rather than blaming oneself being open to change can make one 'the person that your partner fell in love with and will want to grow old with.'

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Sacred Surfer, Eternal Wave
by Dr Pee Tek Chan

RRP : AUD$19.95

Sacred Surfer, Eternal Wave is a motivational, self-help book for people searching for truth and freedom in their lives from the ever pervasive feelings of poor self-image and self-criticism. It discusses, amongst other issues: our past, synchronicity, relationships between men and women, forgiveness, broken hearts, timelessness, trust and faith, simplicity and the power of surrendering. It shares practical methods of finding one's true nature and therefore freedom.

The surfer is portrayed as "surfing life's waves". The relationships between men and women are presented as tangible practical ways to freedom. The book is a 'new age' one - written by a well-known Brisbane medical doctor. It uses both Eastern and Western medicine to show people how to: l 'Surf life's waves' (in other words life's problems) rather than getting drowned in life's problems l Through more meaningful relationships, l Through meditation (a full section of meditation exercises is included) l Through laughter l Through breathing exercises l Identifying one's fears and learning how to overcome them l Describes the chakra system.
In other words it really is a self-help book but one that embraces both Eastern and Western medicine.

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Conversations with the Heart - Mind
David Mitchell

RRP $19.95 AUD

Conversations with the Heart - Mind is a book of the most beautiful quotations which cover all aspects of our lives. Written by a doctor they have the wisdom and sensitivity of many years of listening to patients from all walks of life.

"Healing comes from within
But can start from without
A wave, a touch, a smile
Energy from one with more
Can move & shift & travel
From top to bottom
From inside out
From now to then."

David Mitchell hosts a top rating weekly on hour Talk Back radio show on health on Adelaide’s Radio 5DN.
One half of the Pam and David Mitchell duo who speak professionally at seminars and conferences in Australia and New Zealand on Health and Lifestyle.

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Mechanics of Women
By Natalie Rinehart

RRP : AUD $16.95

An amusing but also very practical book for men struggling in relationships or those who are single and wondering what keeps going wrong. As the author in her own straightforward way says: "It is not here to slap you on the hand and say you are a bad boy. The idea is to help you with your relationship future, not to tell you off for the past. It is not designed to say that women always get it right and men get it wrong. Women are just as guilty of relationship mistakes as men". In simple terms, the book outlines how men can achieve positive change in their romantic relationships. The book has been tested by a group of male readers and readily endorsed.

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Soul Sisters
Modern Prayers for Modern Women
by Lucia Nardo

RRP $19.95 AUD

Today's woman demonstrates the desire to incorporate a spiritual dimension into her life. In many instances, women seek new spiritual practices as an alternative or adjunct to traditional faith customs. While there is abundant information available on spirituality generally, there is little in the way of structured prayer which is not bound by specific faith traditions or styles. Prayer is regaining ground as a way of demonstrating spirituality and/or belief. However much of the prayer that is familiar is formal and perceived as not relevant.

Souls Sisters - Modern Prayers for Modern Women is a response to women's search for prayer within a spiritual dimension. There are 120 prayers on a wide range of subjects. Some amusing, some sad, but all relevant to a woman's life. Readers have found these prayers have touched them personally and many reduced to tears.

Souls Sisters includes explanatory terms used in the prayers and is non denominational so that it can be inclusive of all beliefs. The prayers stand alone for those seeking non-specific spirituality, or adaptable to those with existing faith practices.

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Hungry for Love
by Dr Francis Macnab

RRP : AUD $21.95

Vast numbers of women between 25 and 45 are finding it increasingly difficult to find the love they would dearly like to have and many men think that the love they thought would be available on demand does not come so readily. From the statistics the majority of marriages when they do occur are loveless. We know that love brings the highest pleasure, a beautiful sense of being important to someone. It also brings great sadness, intense anguish and memories.
Dr Francis Macnab AM, Australia's most well-known and respected psychologist and founder of the Cairnmillar Institute in Melbourne sees so many people struggling with the problems of love in relationships that he has put together a very useful and re-assuring book.

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A Generous Nature
by Antje Janssen

RRP $19.95 AUD

"A Generous Nature" is more than a book. It is a tool you can use to discover who you really are, what you really want and how you can creature a future that thrills you.
It is easy to look at the world and see what is not working. It is easy to look at other people and see how they could be doing things differently. It is much more difficult to look at ourselves, yet it is vital, for we are the only ones whose behaviour we can change. To achieve new outcomes in our lives we have to take responsibility for the part we play. This book is for people who are prepared to look a themselves honestly and trust themselves to achieve greater things.
Antje Janssen conducts workshops using he principles contained in this book. Having triumphed over a traumatic past and developed a deep understanding of how we are motivated, she has created a simple and effective framework for happiness.

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Know Thyself
by Dr Craig Hassed

RRP $19.95 AUD

As used by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and in doctor training at Monash University.

Using his experience as a medical doctor and his interest in philosophy and psychology, Dr Hassed's stress release programme teaches 'mindfulness', a simple and effective way of relieving the stress and fatigue that we experience in this modern life. Mindfulness increases self-awareness and observation which helps us all in our day to day lives, both professional and personal. "Know Thyself" is a practical guide which explains the link between our mind and body and teaches a programme of renewal to find the balance that we all need.

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Talk Sense
by Brian Cooney

RRP $19.95 AUD

Most people feel uncomfortable when asked to speak to a group. "Talk Sense!" simplifies the process of speaking by guiding you through the four simple steps which apply to any speech. Whether you are speaking to a large audience or to a small social gathering, these simple steps are easy to remember and ALWAYS WORK! For further information on Brian and "Talk Sense!" please see www.cooneytraining.com.au

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The Book of Gentle Wisdom
by Allan Kellehear

RRP $19.95 AUD

"The Book of Gentle Wisdom" is a collection of inspirational quotes chosen to bring peace and tranquility to the reader. Many of the chosen passages inspire heartfelt emotion and remind us of the dimension to existence that is often ignored in the hustle and bustle of modern life. Meditations on beauty, wonder, loss, life and more from the likes of Tennyson, George Eliot and Henry Van Dyke.

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New Frontiers in Medicine
by Dr Craig Hassed

RRP $19.95 AUD

This book comes to us in an era dominated by biomedical advances. The author combines the skills of a GP and academic with the deep understanding of the ancient wisdom traditions to challenge this conventional dogma. This powerful book addresses the relationship between mind, body and soul. The author's ability to integrate rather than divide makes this book essential reading for everyone.
Dr Craig Hassed was trained in medicine at Melbourne University and graduated in 1984. His interest in a holistic approach led him to focus on wellbeing rather than simply treating illness. This led him to focus upon counselling, mind-body medicine and meditation. In 1988 Craig decided to make a contribution to bridging these missing links in medical education through joining the Monash University Department of Community Medicine and General Practice.

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Overcoming Negative Feelings
by Vijayadev Yogendra

RRP $19.95 AUD

Recommended by doctors, this innovative book is filled with pithy, succinct, encapsulated statements which get straight to the heart of universal issues for today's people suffering from poor self-esteem, guilt, anger etc. The book's greatest value lies it its practical approach. Vijayadev's Twelve-Step programme encompasses a wealth of understanding in a form which can be directly applied.
"Overcoming Negative Feelings" provides us with practical tools and anecdotes which can be used to re-examine ourselves in relation to the human condition, prompting us to act and live in ways which are more beneficial at both the individual and social levels. With so many people suffering and searching with little relief from the consequences of their negative habits and destructive thinking, this book stands out as a practical guide to re-establishing our sense of dignity and joy in life.

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Overcoming Guilt
by Vijayadev Yogendra

RRP $19.95 AUD

Guilt is an internalised overwhelming feeling that can erode confidence, take away initiative, devitalise an individual and cause constant anxiety.
This little work is dedicated to those suffering individuals who are looking for a way out so that they can find more peace and happiness and less guilt.
All of Vijayadev Yogendra's work and writings are based on one belief - that every individual has the capacity to grow and achieve good health, greater mental and emotional control and to find joy and a sense of fulfillment in life.

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Overcoming Anger
by Vijayadev Yogendra

RRP $19.95 AUD

Vijayadev Yogendra, life philosopher and educationalist, is that rare kind of individual who brings together knowledge from East and West to offer solutions to contemporary personal and social conditions. In his 35 years in Australia many people across the nation from all walks of life, from universities to prisons, business people to psychiatrists, teachers to trades-persons have benefited from his advice and his work. He retired from public life in 1998.
Educated in the Indian traditions of his father, the widely revered Shri Yogendra, Vijayadev Yogendra travelled the world to further his lifetime study of educational, philosophical and cultural traditions. The outcome of this work is a positive vision of what individuals and society can achieve, and the establishment of models to demonstrate the translation of this vision into reality. These models include the Total Health and Education Foundation, the School of Total Education (preschool, primary and secondary), the Parent Education Centre, Centre for Healthy Living and Project Australia for homeless youth.
All his work and writing are based on one belief - that every individual has the capacity to grow and achieve good health, greater mental and emotional control and to find joy and a sense of fulfillment in life.

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Eternity and Me
by Allan Kellehear

RRP $24.95 AUD

From an internationally respected author who has worked in the area of death, dying and palliative care for nearly 20 years comes this amazing book. Each story in "Eternity & Me" is a night-light offering emotional and social guidance in our personal search for meaning in death and loss. Each story can heal us. Drawing from special moments in his own personal and professional life Dr Kellehear shows us that even the most difficult times can have the meaning that ultimately helps us to live more authentically.