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My Bookshelf

A collection of books that have shaped my thinking and worldview

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Atomic Habits

by James Clear

5/5

An easy and proven way to build good habits and break bad ones.

Self-ImprovementPsychology
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The Psychology of Money

by Morgan Housel

4.5/5

Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness.

FinancePsychology
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Careless People: The explosive memoir that Meta doesn't want you to read

by Sarah Wynn-Williams

5/5

An ugly, detailed portrait of one of the most powerful companies in the world.

MemoirCorporate Ethics
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Deep Work

by Cal Newport

4.5/5

Rules for focused success in a distracted world.

ProductivitySelf-Improvement
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Thinking, Fast and Slow

by Daniel Kahneman

5/5

How the mind works and the two systems that drive the way we think.

PsychologyBehavioral Economics
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Sapiens

by Yuval Noah Harari

4.5/5

A brief history of humankind, exploring the ways in which biology and history have defined us.

HistoryAnthropology
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The Lean Startup

by Eric Ries

4/5

How today's entrepreneurs use continuous innovation to create radically successful businesses.

BusinessEntrepreneurship
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Shoe Dog

by Phil Knight

4.5/5

A memoir by the creator of Nike, detailing the early days of the company.

MemoirBusiness
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The Power of Habit

by Charles Duhigg

4/5

Why we do what we do in life and business, exploring the science of habit formation.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Start with Why

by Simon Sinek

4/5

How great leaders inspire everyone to take action by starting with their purpose.

LeadershipBusiness
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The Personal MBA: Master the art of Business

by Josh Kaufman

4.5/5

A comprehensive guide to mastering business concepts without an MBA.

BusinessSelf-Improvement
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Strategic Mindset: A 7-Day Plan to Identify What Matters

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

A practical plan to develop strategic thinking and prioritize what truly matters.

Self-ImprovementProductivity
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Immediate Action: Regain Your Motivation

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

Strategies to overcome procrastination and take immediate action.

Self-ImprovementProductivity
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Thank God for the Feedback

by Sheila Heen & Elaine Lin

4.5/5

A guide to receiving and utilizing feedback effectively for personal growth.

CommunicationPersonal Development
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The Communication Skills Bible: 30 simple ways to improve your conversations and relationships

by Lewis J. Korg

4/5

Practical techniques to enhance communication and build stronger relationships.

CommunicationRelationships
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Powerful Focus: A 7-Day Plan to Develop Mental Clarity and Build Strong Focus

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

A structured approach to developing mental clarity and enhanced focus.

ProductivitySelf-Improvement
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The One Success Habit (For Managers)

by Dr. Fred Ray Lybrand

4/5

The essential habit that transforms managerial effectiveness and team performance.

LeadershipManagement
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How to Talk to Anyone and Everyone About Anything

by Jenny Rick

4/5

Methods to confidently engage in conversation with anyone on any topic.

CommunicationSocial Skills
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Dopamine Detox

by Thibaut Meurisse

4.5/5

Techniques to reset your brain chemistry for greater focus and satisfaction.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Thanks for the Feedback: The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen

4.5/5

Scientific approaches to transforming feedback into valuable insights.

CommunicationPersonal Development
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Radical Candor: How to Get What You Want by Saying What You Mean

by Kim Scott

5/5

A framework for honest and effective communication in personal and professional settings.

CommunicationLeadership
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Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

by Brené Brown

5/5

How courage and vulnerability transform leadership and organizational culture.

LeadershipPersonal Development
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Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity

by Kim Scott

4.5/5

A management philosophy that balances direct feedback with personal care.

LeadershipManagement
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The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever

by Michael Stanier Bungay

4.5/5

Seven transformative questions that improve leadership through effective coaching.

LeadershipCoaching
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8 Rules of Love by Jay Shetty How to Find It Keep It And Let It Go

by Jay Shetty

4/5

Practical wisdom on finding, nurturing, and when necessary, letting go of love.

RelationshipsPersonal Development
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Principles: Life and Work

by Ray Dalio

5/5

Core principles for decision-making in personal and professional contexts.

BusinessSelf-Improvement
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Surrounded by Idiots

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

Understanding the four personality types and improving communication.

PsychologyCommunication
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Surrounded by Psychopaths

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

How to identify and protect yourself from manipulative individuals.

PsychologySelf-Protection
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Surrounded by Setbacks

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

Strategies to overcome obstacles and navigate life's challenges.

PsychologyResilience
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Surrounded by Bad Bosses

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

How to identify and effectively manage difficult leadership styles.

CareerPsychology
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Surrounded by Narcissists

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

Understanding narcissistic behavior and learning to deal with it effectively.

PsychologyRelationships
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Surrounded by Liars

by Thomas Erikson

4/5

How to detect deception and navigate relationships with dishonest people.

PsychologyCommunication
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Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus

by John Gray

4/5

Understanding the fundamental differences between men and women for better relationships.

RelationshipsPsychology
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Emotional Intelligence

by Daniel Goleman

5/5

Why EQ matters more than IQ for success and fulfillment.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Mindset The New Psychology Of Success

by Carol S. Dweck

5/5

How our beliefs about abilities and potential impact our success.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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The Courage To Be Disliked

by Ichiro Kishimi & Fumitake Koga

4.5/5

Adlerian psychology principles for happiness and living freely.

PhilosophyPsychology
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Never Split The Difference

by Chris Voss & Tahl Raz

5/5

Negotiation techniques from a former FBI hostage negotiator.

NegotiationCommunication
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Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable

by Tim S. Grover

4/5

Mindsets and methods to achieve elite performance in any field.

SportsPerformance
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Read People Like a Book: How to Analyze, Understand, and Predict Peoples Emotions, Thoughts, Intentions, and Behaviors

by Patrick King

4/5

Techniques to understand human behavior and improve social intelligence.

PsychologyCommunication
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How To Win Friends & Influence People

by Dale Carnegie

5/5

Timeless strategies for building relationships and influencing others positively.

CommunicationSelf-Improvement
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How to Stop Worrying And Start Living

by Dale Carnegie

4.5/5

Practical methods to overcome anxiety and enjoy a stress-free life.

Self-HelpMental Health
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Team Topologies: Organizing Business and Technology Teams for Fast Flow

by Matthew Skelton and Manuel Pais

4.5/5

Effective team structures for modern software delivery and organizational success.

BusinessTechnology
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Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals

by Oliver Burkeman

4.5/5

A philosophical approach to managing time with the awareness of our finite lifespan.

ProductivityPhilosophy
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The Almanack of Naval Ravikant: A Guide To Wealth And Happiness

by Eric Jorgenson

5/5

Wisdom on wealth creation, happiness, and living a philosophical life.

PhilosophyWealth
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The Daily Stoic 366 Meditations on Wisdom Perseverance and the Art of Living

by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman

5/5

Daily reflections on Stoic principles for a meaningful life.

PhilosophySelf-Improvement
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How To Talk To Anyone: 92 Little Tricks for Big Success in Relationships

by Leil Lowndes

4/5

Practical techniques to enhance communication and build better relationships.

CommunicationSocial Skills
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The Millionaire Fastlane

by MJ DeMarco

4.5/5

Unconventional strategies for building wealth through entrepreneurship.

FinanceEntrepreneurship
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The Book on Rental Property Investing

by Brandon Turner

4/5

Strategies for building wealth through real estate investments.

Real EstateInvesting
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Same As Ever

by Morgan Housel

4.5/5

How human behavior and financial history repeat in predictable patterns.

FinanceHistory
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The 80/20 Principle: The Secret to Achieving More with Less

by Richard Koch

4.5/5

How to apply the Pareto Principle to maximize efficiency and results.

BusinessProductivity
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Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High

by Joseph Grenny

4.5/5

Techniques for handling difficult conversations effectively.

CommunicationConflict Resolution
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The Fine Art of Small Talk

by Debra Fine

4/5

How to start conversations, keep them going, and establish meaningful connections.

CommunicationSocial Skills
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Master Your Time

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

Practical strategies for effective time management and productivity.

ProductivitySelf-Improvement
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Master Your Beliefs

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

How to identify and transform limiting beliefs for personal growth.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Master Your Destiny

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

Taking control of your life through intentional choices and actions.

Self-ImprovementPersonal Development
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Master Your Thinking

by Thibaut Meurisse

4.5/5

Techniques to improve mental clarity and cognitive performance.

PsychologyCritical Thinking
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Master Your Emotions

by Thibaut Meurisse

4.5/5

Practical strategies for emotional intelligence and emotional regulation.

PsychologyEmotional Intelligence
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Master Your Motivation

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

Understanding and harnessing sustainable motivation for long-term success.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Master Your Focus

by Thibaut Meurisse

4/5

Practical techniques to improve concentration and eliminate distractions.

ProductivitySelf-Improvement
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Philosophy 101

by Paul Kleinman

4.5/5

An accessible introduction to major philosophical concepts and thinkers.

PhilosophyEducation
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Management 101

by Stephan Soundering

4/5

Foundational management principles and practices for effective leadership.

BusinessManagement
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Economics 101

by Alfred Mill

4/5

A primer on economic theories and concepts for everyday understanding.

EconomicsEducation
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Negotiating 101

by Peter Sander

4/5

Essential strategies and tactics for successful negotiations.

BusinessNegotiation
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PSYCH 101

by Paul Kleinman

4.5/5

An introduction to core concepts in psychology and human behavior.

PsychologyEducation
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American Government 101

by Kathleen Sears

4/5

A concise overview of American governmental structures and processes.

PoliticsEducation
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U.S.History 101

by Kathleen Sears

4/5

A comprehensive introduction to the history of the United States.

HistoryEducation
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Stock Market 101

by Michele Cagan

4/5

Fundamental concepts for understanding and participating in the stock market.

FinanceInvesting
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Accounting 101

by Michele Cagan

4/5

Essential accounting principles and practices explained simply.

FinanceBusiness
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Investing 101

by Michele Cagan CPA

4/5

A beginners guide to building wealth through various investment vehicles.

FinanceInvesting
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101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think

by Brianna Wiest

4.5/5

Thought-provoking essays on personal growth, psychology, and mindfulness.

PsychologyPhilosophy
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The Concise Strategies of War

by Robert Greene

4.5/5

Condensed strategic principles from historical conflicts applicable to modern life.

StrategyHistory
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The Concise Laws of Human Nature

by Robert Greene

5/5

Understanding human behavior patterns and psychological tendencies.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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The Daily Laws

by Robert Greene

4.5/5

Daily principles for mastering power, seduction, and human nature.

Self-ImprovementStrategy
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The Concise 48 Laws of Power

by Robert Greene

4.5/5

Condensed principles for understanding and navigating power dynamics.

StrategyPsychology
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The Concise Art of Seduction

by Robert Greene

4/5

Understanding the psychology of attraction and influence.

PsychologyRelationships
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Ikigai The Japanese Secret Philosophy for A Happy Healthy

by Hector Garcia

4/5

A deep dive into the Japanese philosophy of living a long and happy life through purpose and balance.

PhilosophyWell-being
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Invisible Women: Exposing Data Bias in a World Designed for Men

by Caroline Criado-Perez

5/5

A powerful exposé on how gender bias is embedded in data and everyday systems.

FeminismSociology
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Hindus in Hindu Rashtra: Eighth-class Citizens and Victims of State-sanctioned Apartheid

by Anand Ranganathan

4/5

A provocative exploration of the status of Hindus in modern India through socio-political lenses.

PoliticsIndian Society
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Corporate Chanakya

by Radhakrishnan Pillai

4/5

Ancient Indian wisdom from Chanakya applied to modern business leadership and strategy.

LeadershipBusiness
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Kautileeya Arthshastra

by Kautilya

4/5

A foundational ancient Indian text on economics, politics, and strategy by Chanakya.

HistoryEconomics
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Chanakya's 100 Best Sutras: Ageless Wisdom for Unlocking Your Potential and Achieving Your Goals

by Radhakrishnan Pillai

4/5

A compilation of timeless principles from Chanakya to guide personal growth and success.

MotivationWisdom
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India that is Bharat: Coloniality Civilisation Constitution

by Deepak J. Sai

5/5

A critical re-examination of India’s constitutional framework from a civilizational lens.

ConstitutionIndian History
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B.O.S.S. Basics of Sanatan Sanskriti

by Prateeik Prajapati

4/5

An insightful book introducing the foundations of Sanatan Dharma and Indian culture.

CultureSanatan Dharma
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Vaidik Dincharya : Rituals, Routines & Shlokas for ideal life

by Prateeik Prajapati

4/5

A guide to Vedic routines and practices for leading a harmonious and spiritual life.

SpiritualityLifestyle
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Semen Retention Miracles

by Prateeik Prajapati

3/5

Explores the ancient practice of semen retention and its impact on energy and success.

Self-DisciplineWellness
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Money Works

by Prateeik Prajapati

4/5

Principles of financial wisdom rooted in dharmic thinking and everyday practicality.

FinanceSelf-Help
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Bharat Ek Nayi Soch

by Harsh Madhusudan & Rajiv Mantri

4/5

Presents a forward-looking economic and political vision for India’s future.

EconomicsPolicy
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Shrimad Bhagavad Geeta Volume 1

by Swami Ramsukhdas

5/5

Detailed spiritual commentary on the first half of the Bhagavad Gita.

SpiritualityScripture
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Shrimad Bhagavad Geeta Volume 2

by Swami Ramsukhdas

5/5

Continuation and completion of the divine insights from the Bhagavad Gita.

SpiritualityScripture
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Don't Believe Everything You Think

by Joseph Nguyen

4/5

How to recognize and overcome the cognitive biases that distort our thinking.

PsychologySelf-Improvement
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Your Next Five Moves

by Patrick Bet-David

4/5

A strategic approach to planning your career and business moves.

BusinessStrategy
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The Compound Effect

by Darren Hardy

4/5

How small daily choices lead to extraordinary results over time.

Self-ImprovementProductivity
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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

by Stephen R. Covey

5/5

Powerful lessons in personal change and effectiveness.

Self-ImprovementLeadership
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Ego is the Enemy

by Ryan Holiday

4/5

How to master your ego and find long-term success.

Self-ImprovementPhilosophy
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Eat That Frog

by Brian Tracy

4/5

21 great ways to stop procrastinating and get more done in less time.

ProductivitySelf-Improvement
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The Power of Now

by Eckhart Tolle

5/5

A guide to spiritual enlightenment and living in the present moment.

PhilosophySpirituality
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Why Men Love Bitches

by Sherry Argov

3/5

From Doormat to Dreamgirl - A Woman's Guide to Holding Her Own in Relationships.

RelationshipsSelf-Improvement
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Self Heal by Design

by Barbara O'Neill

4/5

Natural healing approaches for optimal health and wellbeing.

HealthWellness
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Sustain Me

by Barbara O'Neill

4/5

Herbal medicine and nutritional approaches to sustained energy and vitality.

HealthWellness
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