"Have you ever wondered about the place-names that appear on Scotch whisky bottles? What language the names come from, what they mean, or if they are even real places? If you feel baffled about where to start looking for such information, then this reliable and informative book is for you.
This book discusses each place-name that is concerned in some way with Scotch whisky, either as the name of the whisky itself, or as the name of the distillery. For each of these names the author provides an informative discussion of the origin, history, and development of the name from a linguistic and historical perspective. He also offers the original meaning (where known) and the correct pronunciation. Where applicable he has added curious information, such as a proverb or extract of poetry that mentions the place-name. No special linguistic or local knowledge is assumed.
Interest in Scotch whisky, the Highlands, Gaelic, Scots, and place-names has never been higher, and there is an increasing demand for reliable works on these subjects. This is an informative and entertaining book that sets the standard for whisky place-names."
"The emotions you feel daily can be so strong as to shake your mind, and so devious as to reprogram your subconscious, without you doing anything, without giving you the opportunity to notice anything.I'm sure that you've been facing negative events several times and that these events have subsequently been linked to other negative events, generating in you a certain sense of despair, anxiety, fear, helplessness.
These feelings are rooted in you without you being able to do anything and you find yourself at the mercy of emotions that you might not want to have. It is done at a subconscious level, you don't have to think about what to feel, you just do it.
This guide has been written to help you transform your life by rewiring your brain. To see the positive in life by changing the way you think, the way you react to situations, and even your general way of life. Positive affirmations included in this guide will also help you to be a better person each day. By changing your mindset using effective affirmations, you'll notice positive changes starting to take place in your life in as early as day one!
Here is a summary of what this audiobook entails:
- Change is possible, embrace change
- Retune your life by changing bad habits and bad actions
- Create an inspiring space by cutting down on clutter
- Have vision by using imagery and imagination
- Reconstruct your attitude towards things, people and life
- Appreciate nature
- Beat that unending procrastination
- The power of positive affirmation"
"Do you know how to make good decisions in stressful times?
Have you ever felt discouraged from dealing with a difficult situation?
Do you want to know how the most successful men and women dominate their fears and overcome every challenge of their lives?
In today’s society, challenges are thrown at us from several different angles. These challenges come in many forms, including information overload, stressors from our work and home life, the pressure and expectation put upon us by our bosses, our friends, and even our partners - the list goes on. How do you handle all that life throws at you while also working toward your personal goals?
Life never lets up. That means you have to arm yourself to be able to face each new challenge that comes up without giving in to the emotional triggers that can lead to a breakdown or other actions you will come to regret later on.
In this audiobook, you'll learn the strategies for building mental toughness as well as how these strategies apply to nearly any situation where emotional strength and mental grit are tested.
Everyone has different goals for their lives, and everyone has different emotional triggers. You have to gradually redirect these negative reactions to positive ones, and you can do so easily by implementing these proven techniques. Creating a clear vision will keep you motivated throughout your journey as you see yourself moving closer toward your personal goals. Mental toughness will help you get there.
Don’t spend another day mired in the weight of information overload brought on from every direction. Learn to create awareness of yourself and claim the person you were meant to become. It all starts with a little patience and dedication. You will begin to see the difference right away, so do yourself a favor and start walking the proven path to success today!"
"You will be surprised at just how much you don’t know your emotions.Invoking evidence-based research sources, this audiobook presents an informational guide to managing emotions, overcoming negativity, anxiety, stress, and anger.
The definition is arrived by invoking existing and credible research as well as reviewing comments of seasoned psychologists.
This audiobook departs from the common approach understanding and managing emotions and instead reports reputable psychologists’ projects and scientific sources to discuss the following:
- Do you dominate your emotions or do you let them dominate you;
- External factors influencing emotions;
- Change the emotions that are bad for you;
- What are paradigms and how they affect emotions.
Most people assume that they understand themselves but in reality, they do not as they tend to simply shield themselves from things that threaten their self-preservation.
The audiobook introduces the listener to:
- How to change paradigms;
- How daily habits can affect your emotions;
- How to condition your mind for better emotions;
- How changing emotions can improve your health and relationships;
- How good emotions can guide you to financial, loving, and personal success;
- Emotional intelligence;
- Mental exercises to practice regularly for controlling your emotions and change your bad emotional habits.
Ultimately, if you feel that your life is full of negative emotions due to family problems, a job you don't like, or anything else, know that in this audiobook you will find lots of useful tips and food for thought to make a real and fast change."
