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Publisher's pride: Books on bestseller lists - Mental Health Mayday (Bagdade)

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  Today's Publisher's Pride is  Mental Health Mayday,  by Gregg Bagdade, which reached #350 on Amazon's bestseller list for psychology education and training and #196 for safety and first aid. Reviewer:  "saved my life" Book description: From their swearing-in all to the way until retirement, even the most hardened firefighters can be affected by mental health concerns. A fascinating look behind the scenes of the career of a firefighter, this book explores the why and explains the how to better prepare these individuals for a healthy and productive career and life, based on the author's personal experience as a counselor, who also has 27 years as a firefighter and paramedic. Firefighters can learn how to acknowledge their mental health issues, such as PTSD, addiction, or anger issues while developing strategies to address these concerns with techniques and solutions throughout their career. This powerful book is part memoir and part call to action. Through the...
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Publisher's Pride: Books on Bestseller Lists - Pathways to Inner Peace (Dreher)

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  Today's publisher's pride is  Pathways to Inner Peace  by Diane Dreher , which reached #105 on Amazon's bestseller list for positive psychology. Book Description Patthways to Inner Peace  offers a guiding light of hope in a world too often filled with stress, disconnection, and uncertainty. Blending scientific insight, spiritual wisdom, personal stories, and practical exercises, this book helps readers cultivate peace of mind and deepen their connection—to themselves, to others, and to the natural world. Inspiring and accessible, it’s a companion for anyone seeking greater clarity, calm, and meaning in daily life. Keywords inner peace; mindfulness; emotional well-being; stress relief; spiritual growth; personal transformation; self-awareness; holistic healing; mind-body connection' guided exercises; peace of mind; connection to nature; self-discovery; practical spirituality; daily calm; clarity and purpose; mental health; resilience; inspirational stories; med...
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🐾 Caturday Chronicles: The Memory Foam Pee Incident

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This week’s Caturday post is dedicated to every cat owner who’s walked into a room, sniffed the air, and muttered, “Oh, no.” 🛏️ The Scene Memory foam pillow. Saturated. The culprit? One of my two big male cats — locked in a literal pissing contest. (Like men sometimes, but with fewer words and more territorial drama.) 🐈 Why do they do this? Territory wars : “This pillow smells like you. Now it smells like me.” Stress or change : New furniture, new routines, new smells — all fair game. Medical issues : Always worth ruling out. Revenge pee : Yes, it’s a thing. No, it’s not rational. 🧽 What to do immediately Blot, don’t rub. Saturate with enzymatic cleaner — not vinegar alone. Let it sit. Blot again. Cover with baking soda. Vacuum. Air dry for 24–48 hours. 💀 When to let go If: The pillow was fully saturated , And it sat for more than a day , And the smell still lingers after cleaning… It’s time. Memory foam traps odor deep in its soul. You’re not just s...
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