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  Morning Birdsong of Yosemite Forest: Ambient Soundscape, Hörbuch, Digital, 68min

  This gentle birdsong was recorded in early hours of the morning when the sun rays begin to warm up the temperate forest of Yosemite region. The birds are waking and beginning their morning singing to set themselves for a beautiful new day, to share their good vibes with their neighbours and to warm up their wings and spirits. Join this delicate melodious world and it will boost your energy, mood and even cognitive abilities. Whether you are waking up just like these beautiful birds or need a moment of peace and mindfulness, this audio recording will take you to this magical world of temperate forests. Birdsong relaxes physically and stimulates cognitively at the same time. People find birdsong relaxing and reassuring because over thousands of years they have learnt when the birds sing they are safe. This natural soundscape is productivity boosting and can be used at work to help focus, improve cognition and reduce tiredness. Gentle birdsong also masks unwanted background noise, hum, and conversation which will help with reduction of tension and stress. Here's a selection of individual birds you may be able to hear in this recording: Blue Jay, Pine Siskin, Red Crossbill, Blue Grouse, American Robin, Pacific Wren, Wilson's Warbler, Bald Eagle, Northern Flicker, Steller's Jay, and a variety of smaller ground and aerial forest creatures and plants. Language: English. Narrator: uncredited. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/mxbo/000297/bk_mxbo_000297_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  The Dangerous Edge of Things , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 569min

  Tai Randolph thinks inheriting a Confederate-themed gun shop is her biggest headache—until she finds a murdered corpse in her brother’s driveway. Even worse, her supposedly respectable brother begins behaving in decidedly non-innocent ways, like fleeing to the Bahamas and leaving her with both a homicide in her lap and the pointed suspicions of the Atlanta Police Department directed her way. Suddenly, she has to worry about clearing her own name, not just that of her wayward sibling.Complicating her search for answers is Trey Seaver, field agent for Phoenix, an exclusive corporate security firm hired to investigate the crime. Seaver is fearless, focused, and utterly impervious to bribes, threats, and clever deceptions. Still in recovery from the car accident that left him cognitively and emotionally damaged, Seaver has constructed a world of certainty and routine. He has powerful people to answer to, and the last thing he wants is an unpredictable stranger “detecting” on Phoenix turf.Tai’s inquiry leads her from the cold-eyed glamour of Atlanta’s adult-entertainment scene to the gilded treachery of Tuxedo Road. Potential suspects abound, including violent stalkers, vengeful sisters, and a paparazzo with a taste for meth. But it takes another murder—and threats to her own life—to make Tai realize that to solve this crime she has to trust the most dangerous man she’s ever met.A Poisoned Pen Press Mystery ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Renée Raudman. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/004162/bk_blak_004162_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Over Our Heads , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 517min

  Over Our Heads is a novel that weaves together the histories of two very different half sisters who return home to deal with the aftermath of their grandmother's death. Emma, a punk band singer and poet turned pet psychic, and Rachel, an actuary with an interest in astronomy, both carry the remnants of childhoods overshadowed by issues of bullying, abandonment, alienation, and fear. In the raw terrain of profound loss, the two sisters struggle through the stages of grief - each in her own way.  The past merges with the present as, through the process of emptying the family home, each woman is taken back to their childhoods in 1970s Toronto and Vancouver, where they navigated a social climate rife with racism, homophobia, and marginalization of the mentally ill and cognitively disabled. Over Our Heads is a story about kindness, compassion, and the lack of it on both a societal and individual level. It’s about growing up wounded and the generational legacy of suffering such wounds can create. It unearths the painful family dynamics that can arise from our perception of memory and how these dynamics color both who we are and who we believe others to be. It’s a story of acceptance, forgiveness, redemption, and the beauty that can be found in the imperfection inherent in being human. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Gina Clayton. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/ecwp/000539/bk_ecwp_000539_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 537min

  “Ed Hess’s Hyper-Learning is uniquely practical and is the essential starting point for charting new ways of thinking, living, working, leading, and being fulfilled in our new world.” (Gary Roughead, admiral, US Navy (retired), former chief of naval operations)The digital age will raise the question of how we humans will stay relevant in the workplace. To stay relevant, we have to be able to excel cognitively, behaviorally, and emotionally in ways that technology can’t.Professor Ed Hess believes that requires us to become hyper-learners: continuously learning, unlearning, and relearning at the speed of change. To do that, we have to overcome our reflexive ways of being: seeking confirmation of what we believe, emotionally defending our beliefs and our ego, and seeking cohesiveness of our mental models. Hyper-learning requires a new way of being and a radical new way of working. In part one of this how-to guide, Hess takes a practical workbook approach and helps listeners create their hyper-learning mindset, choose and embrace their needed hyper-learning behaviors, and adopt their daily hyper-learning practices. In part two, Hess focuses on how to humanize the workplace to optimize hyper-learning. Featuring case studies of three business leaders and two public companies, this book shows how to harness the power of human emotions, choices, and behaviors to enable the highest levels of human cognitive, emotional, and behavioral performance - individually and organizationally. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Anna Crowe. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/210867/bk_acx0_210867_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Dyslexia: Guide to Recognizing and Overcoming Dyslexia , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 58min

  All the basics about dyslexia in a concise guide. You may know someone who has dyslexia, or maybe you have it yourself. It can be a real mystery if you’re left in the dark with comments that you’re just dumb or aren’t trying hard enough. The truth is, however, that dyslexia is an entirely different way of looking at things, and even though it comes with some delayed learning disabilities and struggles, it can also be an inspiring, deviant way for the brain to interpret objects and facts so as to create more success in life. In this audiobook, you’ll learn things like: What dyslexia is and what the symptoms are, both cognitively and emotionally Tips to recognize it faster and more accurately What impact the cerebral cortex and thalamus have on the brain of a dyslectic person Hidden strengths and talents dyslectic people might have How to work with dyslectic kids and basic pointers for training and teaching them to master reading skills Some of the most important speed reading techniques to apply Expert research conclusions from scientists and scholars Successful celebrities who dealt with their dyslexia and turned it around for accomplishments The origin of dyslexia, the role of genes, and the boys versus girls ratio The six different types of dyslexia, and information about which ones are the most common And much more! Don’t miss out on this concise guide to understanding dyslexia, the brain science behind it, and the most effective ways to help those who struggle. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Weston Gritt. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/105228/bk_acx0_105228_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  The Technological Singularity , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 374min

  The idea that human history is approaching a "singularity" - that ordinary humans will someday be overtaken by artificially intelligent machines or cognitively enhanced biological intelligence, or both - has moved from the realm of science fiction to serious debate. Some singularity theorists predict that if the field of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to develop at its current dizzying rate, the singularity could come about in the middle of the present century. Murray Shanahan offers an introduction to the idea of the singularity and considers the ramifications of such a potentially seismic event. Shanahan's aim is not to make predictions but rather to investigate a range of scenarios. Whether we believe that singularity is near or far, likely or impossible, apocalypse or utopia, the very idea raises crucial philosophical and pragmatic questions, forcing us to think seriously about what we want as a species. Shanahan describes technological advances in AI, both biologically inspired and engineered from scratch. Once human-level AI -- theoretically possible, but difficult to accomplish 0- has been achieved, he explains, the transition to superintelligent AI could be very rapid. Shanahan considers what the existence of superintelligent machines could mean for such matters as personhood, responsibility, rights, and identity. Some superhuman AI agents might be created to benefit humankind; some might go rogue. (Is Siri the template, or HAL?) The singularity presents both an existential threat to humanity and an existential opportunity for humanity to transcend its limitations. Shanahan makes it clear that we need to imagine both possibilities if we want to bring about the better outcome. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Tim Andres Pabon. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/gdan/001692/bk_gdan_001692_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  CBT: A Guide to Practicing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Overcoming Anxiety and Fear , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 307min

  Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a proven approach for comprehending and dealing with different psychological problems. It is a formal, constructive form of therapy by which the client's expectations are initially set and discussed during treatment.CBT's goal is to help people resolve their emotional problems by assisting them to recognize and change their thinking and actions. The term "cognitive" applies to the mind, vision, memory, and attention.The aim of cognitive behavioral therapy is not to treat an individual with a specific illness, but to look at the person and determine what can be improved. There are various protocols for providing cognitive behavioral therapy, with significant similarities between these.The use of the word CBT may apply to multiple treatments, including self-instruction (for example: diversion, imagining, positive self-talk), calming or biofeedback, creation of adaptive coping methods (for example, avoiding unpleasant or self-defeating thoughts), modifying maladaptive attitudes regarding discomfort, and setting goals.Treatment, sometimes, is manualized, with unique technique-driven, simple, precise, and time-limited interventions for a particular psychological disorder. CBT is used in individual as well as social environments, and the methods are often tailored for self-help. Many physicians and scholars are cognitively focused (for example, cognitive restructuring). Still others are more behaviorally responsive (for example, in vivo exposure therapy). Interventions like imaginary exposure therapy combine these two approaches. In this audiobook, you’ll learn:Therapies that help with anxiety and depression Signs of depression to become more aware of yourself Ways to develop coping strategies and skills to proactively deal with potential depression inviting issuesSteps to develop the anti-depression skills that would people around you, such as fam ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Loren Johnson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/193433/bk_acx0_193433_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Requiem for a Female Serial Killer , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 509min

  This psychological crime thriller is a true account and takes us inside the mind of a unique female serial killer, a prostitute who murdered seven adult men - a case in which the author was intimately involved.The issues raised by this high-profile criminal case remain unresolved to this day. Women, even prostitutes, have the right to self-defense in theory, but, in practice, the story is more complicated. This book will challenge everything you ever thought about prostitutes, serial killers, and justice in America. Aileen Wuornos is a damaged soul, a genuine American outlaw, a symbol of women's rage, a symbol of what can happen to severely abused children, and of how our justice system fails women. Chesler's involvement with a serial killer has haunted her ever since. She speaks in Aileen Wuornos' voice, as well as in her own, and delivers an incisive, original, and dramatic portrait of a cognitively impaired, traumatized, and alcoholic woman, who had endured so much pain in her short life. When she'd had enough, the results were deadly.This is a poignant, sometimes humorous, never-before-told, behind-the-scenes tale. Wuornos' story is handled with great sensitivity, but also with realistic detachment by Chesler, as she probes the telling moment. Was Wuornos suffering from post-traumatic stress after a life lived on a "killing field"? Was she also "born evil"? So many prostitutes have been tortured and murdered by serial killers. How did Wuornos, once prey, become a predator? Requiem for a Female Serial Killer will also haunt you. It won’t let you put it down. Take a walk on the wild side. The ghost of Aileen Wuornos beckons. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Ann Osmond. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/223840/bk_acx0_223840_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Toddler Discipline for Every Age + Montessori Toddler Discipline + Positive Parenting for Autism Spectrum Disorder 3 in 1: Stop Yelling & Love More! Positive Discipline and Peaceful Parent Strategies , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 641min

  Learn how to simply integrate unique, educational principles at home and raise the world’s happiest child!Do you want to put emphasis on self-directed and lifelong learning?Do you want to provide a healthy environment for your child, so they can work and develop at their own pace?Are personal growth and your child’s happiness the most important components of your kid’s education?If you answered "yes" to at least one of those questions, then keep reading....Did you know that nowadays, emotional and social skills are four times more important than IQ when considering success and prestige in professional work life?But where do you even begin?It’s much easier, cheaper, and less time-consuming than you might think.These are only samples of what you’ll discover in this book:How to raise an independent child at homeWhy your home is messing up your kid and how to prepare his or her environment the right wayHow to set up a Montessori home in less than a daySimple fundamentals of the perfect Montessori home (and why it doesn’t need to be a perfect as you think)Little known tips to challenge your child physically, cognitively, emotionally, and sociallyCommon discipline mistakesHow to connect with your toddlerMuch, much moreMontessori principles teach your child to live a meaningful life, take responsibility, and listen to his or her feelings. Don’t take this chance away from your child. Just use a couple of hours to integrate Montessori at home and your family life, and plant the seed for lifelong learning. Now, it is your turn to take action. Scroll up, click "buy now", and discover the easy roadmap to use Montessori at home.  ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Mary Johnson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/230920/bk_acx0_230920_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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  Dancing with Your Baby: The Science of Nurturing Infant and Caregiver Through Music and Movement , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 318min

  Now in an updated fourth edition Sue Doherty, anthropologist and author of the pioneering, practical book, Kinergetics: Dancing with Your Baby (1994), offers must-have cutting-edge research, advice, and insight. A groundbreaking look into the art and science of song, dance, and melodies - and their profoundly nurturing, therapeutic, and developmental effects for infants and caregivers. It is an unprecedented, eye-opening investigation into our evolutionary instinct to rock a baby in our arms. An inspiring and easily accessible guide exploring the expressive heartbeat of human nature. Discovering a baby’s amazing capacities reveal how music and movement has helped shape humanity across cultures and throughout history. From acquiring language acquisition to learning to self-regulate, a baby makes impressive gains socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively, when engaging with the rhythms of his or her surroundings. Doherty provides a convincing synthesis of current scientific evidence to promote a deeply immersive and stimulating physical engagement. She introduces the reader to various “carriages” to dance freely with a baby, and with the use of a baby carrier. There are chapters on bonding and the importance of touch, stress reduction in baby and caregiver, specific recommendations for babies with special needs, tips on necessary back-care, and tai chi and yoga for warm-up and cool-down. Doherty offers parents and caregivers fascinating science that spans infant development, child psychology, neuroscience, cultural anthropology, music and movement therapy, and much more. And, as Julia Dimitrova and Michael Hogan argue in their Psychology Today review: “The book will also be of interest to psychologists, sociologists, anthropologists, and educationalists interested in dancing toward greater insight and understanding of human development.” ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Sue Doherty. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/237253/bk_acx0_237253_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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