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Title:  The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter--And How to Make the Most of Them Now Author:  Meg Jay Genres:  Self-help Published:  April 2012 Length:  140 pages   " We think that by avoiding decisions now, we keep all of our options open for later—but not making choices is a choice all the same."   Book Summary Our "thirty-is-the-new-twenty" culture tells us that the twentysomething years don't matter. Some say they are an extended adolescence. Others call them an emerging adulthood. But thirty is not the new twenty. In this enlightening book, Dr. Meg Jay reveals how many twentysomethings have been caught in a swirl of hype and misinformation that has trivialized what are actually the most defining years of adulthood. Drawing from more than ten years of work with hundreds of twentysomething clients and students, Dr. Jay weaves the science of the twentysomething years with compelling, behind-closed-doors stories from twentysomethings thems...

  Title:  Set Boundaries, Find Peace Author: Nedra Glover Tawwab Genres:  Self-help Published: March 2021 Length:  286 pages    “ I feel better when I have healthy boundaries in my relationships. I’d rather deal with the discomfort in the short term than resentment and frustration in the long term. "   Book Summary Healthy boundaries. We all know we should have them--in order to achieve work/life balance, cope with toxic people, and enjoy rewarding relationships with partners, friends, and family. But what do healthy boundaries really mean--and how can we successfully express our needs, say no, and be assertive without offending others? Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world. In a relatable and inclusive tone, Set Boundaries, Find Peace presents simple-yet-powerful ways to establish healthy boundaries in all aspect...

  Title: Reasons to Stay Alive Author:  Matt Haig Genres: Self-help, memoir, biography, autobiography Published:  March 2015 Length: 264 pages    “The key is in accepting your thoughts, all of them, even the bad ones. Accept your thoughts, but don't become them”   Book Summary One day Matt Haig felt that he has died, with little to no understanding of depression. He felt that living was too much pain. He went to the edge of a cliff, intending to end all his pain and suffering. he thought of all the people who loved him, and he thought of death. He tried to gather up the courage to end everything, but the fear that he might remain paralyzed, trapped in his body forever restrained him from ending his life. He figured that to survive such tragedy would only bring more suffering.  Reasons to Stay Alive uncovers Matt Haig's personal experience of depression, anxiety, the stigma around it and how he overcomes it. Review It's 2021, and yet we find ourselves h...

Title: Layla Author:  Colleen Hoover Genres:  Romance, thriller, paranormal fiction Published: December 2020  Length:  301 pages    “There is no better feeling than being loved for who you are rather than what you're worth”   For fans of Verity   Book Summary Leeds was playing bass for Garrett's Band when he first noticed Layla, a girl who danced very badly to the band's mediocre music. Leeds approached Layla and from that moment, they instantly fell for each other. Things escalated quickly, their relationship is intense. Their feelings for each other is irrevocable. Everything fell into place until a horrendous event rocked their world. Layla suffered severely from that event, both physically and mentally. Hoping to reconnect with the "old" Layla, Leeds took her to the bed-and-breakfast in Kansas, the place where they first met each other. Once he arrived at the currently closed B&B, he realized that they aren't alone. He met Willow, another ...