The Painful Lessons of Life

The Painful Lessons of Life
Author: Syed Arif
Publisher: Syed Arif
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2024-06-09
Genre: Art
ISBN:

In India, a child is born every two seconds, and 90 minor girls get raped every day (According to NCRB Reports 2023). Due to our illiterate politicians, we fight with each other in the name of religion and are busy protecting our religion. This work of fiction was created by our politicians to prevent our society and its people from questioning them about our country's development. If we are preoccupied with our own lives, we have no time to ask or question them about the development of our country. I have written eight different stories that discuss our biased society and its so-called terms and conditions. Through this book, I aim to encourage every girl in our country to break free from the backward thinking that a girl is only meant to cook and dress according to the dress codes set by men in our country. No girl is weak because, in India, I have observed that when a girl is born, she is cherished by her father until she turns 12, her mother becomes her best friend until she reaches 25, and from 26 onwards, she is expected to be a housewife and raise children until her death. Does she have her own life? As a child, she is told that the entire family's honor rests on her young shoulders and she should keep her distance from others. As she grows up, she is instructed to be home before the street lights come on because her parents are concerned about society. The stories below serve as inspiration and prompt you to think and act wisely. 1) Lachchi: a Karma that Haunts - This story talks about a 12-year-old child, Lachchi, getting married to a 40-year-old man. The story explores the consequences of child marriage and karma, showing how she haunts her son before he can marry his sister. I wanted to tell people about the trauma a child goes through when she is pushed into nuptial ties at an early age. 2) Jennet: The Tale of a Courageous Young Woman! - This tale revolves around a physically challenged girl who was subjected to gang rape at a young age and her subsequent entry into the police force. With an IQ of 190, surpassing that of Einstein, she embarks on tackling the most significant human trafficking case after joining the police force. 3) The Last Ship to London: This narrates the journey of British-born Suzzain Bradshaw during the India and Pakistan partition. She must board the final ship to London before its departure. The account follows her from her residence to the vessel, where she experiences the traumatic event of being raped, resulting in memory loss. This narrative conveys the message that when a flame is ignited, it not only consumes the forest but also affects the individuals who sparked the fire. 4) Eternal Love! Sometimes it can be a curse: This is a horror tale of a solitary superstar and his deceased fan. It delves into the tale of the eccentric wife of a monarch and how following her passing, she anticipates his rebirth. Whether she will triumph or face losing him once more is the essence of this narrative. 5) Vidya! An Abandoned Child: This concerns a girl named Vidya who is detained at Dubai airport during her exit immigration. The narrative explores her parents who have forsaken her. It delves into how she developed feelings for a man over the phone and whether she will be released from the UAE prison to reunite with him. Will she have the opportunity to encounter her estranged parents and the individual she has never met? 6) Confession of a Ritual Man: This is a confession by a 94-year-old man who used to give the last bath to dead bodies. It is about him discussing the circumstances of his raping a dead girl while carrying out the last bath and his life journey while on his deathbed. 7) An Archaeologist's Adventure in the Mystic City on the Sand Islands: This is a sci-fi fantasy tale that continues from my initial novel "Did You See My Family?" They have been missing for the last two years. It is the emotional roller-coaster life of an archaeologist who discovered the mystic city in Misr. 8) Resilience in Relationships: A Woman's Journey Through Marriage and Transformation! The life of a woman who got married for the first time at the age of 14 and later went on to marry three more times after losing her first child with her second husband is a complex and compelling story that sheds light on the challenges and resilience of women in relationships. This Story will explore the experiences of this woman, examining the societal norms and pressures that influenced her decisions, as well as the personal growth and transformation she underwent throughout her marriages. Through an analysis of historical context, cultural expectations, and personal narratives, this Story will delve into the reasons behind the woman's early marriage at 14 years old, exploring how societal norms and familial pressures may have played a role in shaping her choices. Additionally, this Story will examine the impact of losing her first child with her second husband on her subsequent marriages, considering how grief and trauma may have influenced her relationships. Furthermore, this Story will explore the woman's personal growth and resilience throughout her marriages, examining how she navigated challenges and setbacks to ultimately find happiness and fulfillment. By analyzing her experiences through a feminist lens, this Story will highlight the agency and strength of women in navigating complex relationships and societal expectations. Overall, this Story aims to shed light on the complexities of women's experiences in marriage, highlighting how societal norms, personal trauma, and individual agency intersect to shape their lives. Through an exploration of this woman's story, we can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by women in relationships and celebrate their resilience in overcoming adversity. 9) The Colonial Legacies: In the rich tapestry of India's history, some threads weave together the complex narrative of colonialism, resistance, and the quest for independence. Among these threads are the profound impacts of the English language and Christian missionaries in India, the evolution of the Indian education system, and the insidious strategy of "Divide and Conquer." As we delve deeper into the layers of history, we uncover the legacy of the Three Colonial Gifts and their lasting influence on modern India. These gifts, though presented as benevolent gestures, carried with them a hidden agenda of control and exploitation. Amidst this backdrop of colonial rule and cultural upheaval. 10) The Exploitation of North India" In a land rich with history and culture, the people of North India have endured centuries of exploitation at the hands of invaders seeking to conquer and control their region. From the opulent rule of the Mughals to the cunning tactics of the British colonizers, the lands of North India have witnessed the plundering of resources, the imposition of heavy taxes, and the suppression of indigenous traditions. As the once prosperous land faced the heavy burden of foreign rule, families struggled to make ends meet, landowners were reduced to mere tenants, and the education system suffered under oppressive policies. Despite these hardships, a spirit of defiance and determination burned bright in the hearts of the people, as they sought to reclaim their financial independence, educational opportunities, and land rights. Through acts of resistance and solidarity, the people of North India began to rebuild their shattered communities and reclaim their rightful place in the land they called home. The legacy of exploitation may have left scars that ran deep, but it also forged a bond of unity and resilience among the people of North India, as they stood together in the face of adversity and worked towards a brighter future for themselves and generations to come. "Echoes of Resilience: The Exploitation of North India" tells the story of a region's enduring spirit in the face of adversity and the strength found in unity. 11) Rajan, the Temple Trader, whose journey from trader to survivor to revolutionary embodies the indomitable human spirit and the power of resilience in the face of adversity. Standing alongside his comrades in the fight for a future free from oppression, Rajan's story becomes intertwined with the larger narrative of India's struggle for independence – a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring quest for freedom. Join us on this exploration of history, as we unravel the complexities of India's past and witness the transformative power of individuals like Rajan, whose unwavering determination shapes the course of a nation's destiny.

100 Short Stories and Spiritual Lessons for the Soul

100 Short Stories and Spiritual Lessons for the Soul
Author: Todd Knight
Publisher: Knight Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2021-11-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Amazing Short Stories for Inspiration and Spiritual Growth This book is written for those who are looking for an easy and entertaining way to master the art of manifestation and mindfulness. Enjoy a daily dose of spiritual motivation by reading 100 thought-provoking short stories meant to warm the heart and inspire the soul. Read about the man who found faith while lost in the desert. The preacher who learned the meaning of a sin through his near-death experience. The child who remembered her past life. The knight who learned to put down his weapons. The cowboy who stood his ground and the Indian chief who protected his tribe. Each story provides a profound lesson in practice of spirituality. Learn how to use your intuition to guide your decisions. The power of appreciation to heal. How to master mindfulness to control your fear and anger. And how to open your third eye to connect with the spirit world. 100 Short Stories and Spiritual Lessons is the 2nd book by author Todd Knight and follows the highly rated book TRUTH SEEKER: Spiritual Knowledge Shared by a Gifted Psychic and Her Guardian Angles.

Working with the Law

Working with the Law
Author: Raymond Holliwell
Publisher: DeVorss & Company
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1985-01-03
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Science has defined a variety of natural laws that explain the physical world and how it changes. One such law states that for every action there is a reaction, and that for every motion there is corresponding counter-motion. Whether it’s visible to the human eye or not, one thing is certain – movement and change will occur as a result. Having studied these principles, author Raymond Holliwell not only understood the universal physical applications, he also understood the spiritual and mental applications as well. By using this law on a spiritual and mental level, Holliwell found that a specific thought could create a desired reaction in his personal and professional life through continual and dedicated practice. As he came to realize the expanded potential of this powerful law, he eventually recognized the ultimate source of the dramatic results – God.

Husband, Liar, Sociopath

Husband, Liar, Sociopath
Author: O.n. Ward
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2015-09-17
Genre:
ISBN: 9781508737681

Could you or someone you know be married to a sociopath? The author of this book was, but it took her twenty years to figure it out. She wrote this book to make sure the same thing doesn't happen to other people. Onna thought the classmate she married was her Prince Charming-kind, honest, loving, and intellectually vibrant-but she was wrong. That "spark" she felt wasn't true love, it was a trap-custom designed to ensnare her. Onna's repayment for investing twenty years into her marriage and unwittingly providing her husband with a façade of normalcy was ongoing gaslighting and chronic emotional assault, all twisted and framed so she would attribute them to her own apparent shortcomings. By the time she understood what was really happening, her emotional, physical and financial health were in peril. Why did her husband do it? Because that's what sociopaths do. Sociopaths are far more common than most people imagine. To help others recognize the subtle warning signs that they might be in the crosshairs of a well-camouflaged sociopath, Onna shares her story while detailing the techniques her ex-husband used to control her behavior and erode her self-esteem. She also explores the psychological research regarding why such methods are so effective, why it is hard to understand what is happening while you are in the situation, why the cumulative effect is so ruinous, and, more importantly, why you must escape if you suspect you are in a similar situation. This insightful, cautionary tale is a must read for men and women alike.

Lessons from Charles

Lessons from Charles
Author: Paul Pinkham
Publisher: Inspiring Voices
Total Pages: 101
Release: 2014-06-09
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1462409725

Alone, depressed, hopeless, and unwanted these were the emotions that defined me in the aftermath of divorce and death that had turned my world upside down. And then into my life bounced an abandoned little puppy, rescued from the shoulder of a busy interstate highway, where he had been thrown from a car. He looked like I felt: discarded and beat up by life. But from the moment he bounded through my front door, Charles began teaching me valuable lessons about life, recovery, and finding joy again. From his story, I began writing a new chapter of my own life, one of hope and restoration, healing and forgiveness, love and kindness. His lessons continued as new love bloomed and blossomed, and his story became our story. It is my hope that what Charles taught us will resonate with you, no matter where you are in this crazy journey we call life.

Option B

Option B
Author: Sheryl Sandberg
Publisher: Knopf
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2017-04-24
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1524732699

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • From authors of Lean In and Originals: a powerful, inspiring, and practical book about building resilience and moving forward after life’s inevitable setbacks After the sudden death of her husband, Sheryl Sandberg felt certain that she and her children would never feel pure joy again. “I was in ‘the void,’” she writes, “a vast emptiness that fills your heart and lungs and restricts your ability to think or even breathe.” Her friend Adam Grant, a psychologist at Wharton, told her there are concrete steps people can take to recover and rebound from life-shattering experiences. We are not born with a fixed amount of resilience. It is a muscle that everyone can build. Option B combines Sheryl’s personal insights with Adam’s eye-opening research on finding strength in the face of adversity. Beginning with the gut-wrenching moment when she finds her husband, Dave Goldberg, collapsed on a gym floor, Sheryl opens up her heart—and her journal—to describe the acute grief and isolation she felt in the wake of his death. But Option B goes beyond Sheryl’s loss to explore how a broad range of people have overcome hardships including illness, job loss, sexual assault, natural disasters, and the violence of war. Their stories reveal the capacity of the human spirit to persevere . . . and to rediscover joy. Resilience comes from deep within us and from support outside us. Even after the most devastating events, it is possible to grow by finding deeper meaning and gaining greater appreciation in our lives. Option B illuminates how to help others in crisis, develop compassion for ourselves, raise strong children, and create resilient families, communities, and workplaces. Many of these lessons can be applied to everyday struggles, allowing us to brave whatever lies ahead. Two weeks after losing her husband, Sheryl was preparing for a father-child activity. “I want Dave,” she cried. Her friend replied, “Option A is not available,” and then promised to help her make the most of Option B. We all live some form of Option B. This book will help us all make the most of it.

Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan
Author: William G. Bowen
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2017-10-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 0691178453

Why and how American colleges and universities need to change in order to meet the nation's pressing needs American higher education faces some serious problems—but they are not the ones most people think. In this brief and accessible book, two leading experts show that many so-called crises—from the idea that typical students are drowning in debt to the belief that tuition increases are being driven by administrative bloat—are exaggerated or simply false. At the same time, many real problems—from the high dropout rate to inefficient faculty staffing—have received far too little attention. In response, William G. Bowen and Michael S. McPherson provide a frank assessment of the biggest challenges confronting higher education and propose a bold agenda for reengineering essential elements of the system to meet them. The result promises to help shape the debate about higher education for years to come. Lesson Plan shows that, for all of its accomplishments, higher education today is falling short when it comes to vital national needs. Too many undergraduates are dropping out or taking too long to graduate; minorities and the poor fare worse than their peers, reinforcing inequality; and college is unaffordable for too many. But these problems could be greatly reduced by making significant changes, including targeting federal and state funding more efficiently; allocating less money for "merit aid" and more to match financial need; creating a respected “teaching corps” that would include nontenure faculty; improving basic courses in fields such as math by combining adaptive learning and face-to-face teaching; strengthening leadership; and encouraging more risk taking. It won't be easy for faculty, administrators, trustees, and legislators to make such sweeping changes, but only by doing so will they make it possible for our colleges and universities to meet the nation’s demands tomorrow and into the future.

IJER Vol 23-N1

IJER Vol 23-N1
Author: International Journal of Educational Reform
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 105
Release: 2014-03-04
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1475816766

The mission of the International Journal of Educational Reform (IJER) is to keep readers up-to-date with worldwide developments in education reform by providing scholarly information and practical analysis from recognized international authorities. As the only peer-reviewed scholarly publication that combines authors’ voices without regard for the political affiliations perspectives, or research methodologies, IJER provides readers with a balanced view of all sides of the political and educational mainstream. To this end, IJER includes, but is not limited to, inquiry based and opinion pieces on developments in such areas as policy, administration, curriculum, instruction, law, and research. IJER should thus be of interest to professional educators with decision-making roles and policymakers at all levels turn since it provides a broad-based conversation between and among policymakers, practitioners, and academicians about reform goals, objectives, and methods for success throughout the world. Readers can call on IJER to learn from an international group of reform implementers by discovering what they can do that has actually worked. IJER can also help readers to understand the pitfalls of current reforms in order to avoid making similar mistakes. Finally, it is the mission of IJER to help readers to learn about key issues in school reform from movers and shakers who help to study and shape the power base directing educational reform in the U.S. and the world.

Let’S Celebrate the End of the World

Let’S Celebrate the End of the World
Author: Thandi George
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2011-10-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1465351558

A LONE JOURNEY The book is based on a journey of an individual and it answers all the questions which human beings have been asking for. For generations and generations and it brings us back to our Creator and confi rms the truth about ALL Religions and unites them to become one with each again.

Make It BIG!

Make It BIG!
Author: Frank E. McKinney
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2002-01-21
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0471443999

PRAISE FOR MAKE IT BIG! "In the competitive world of ultra high-end residential realestate, Frank McKinney has managed to do what I've done withprojects all over the world. His groundbreaking deals andbrand-making attention to detail have enabled him to make it bigwithin his chosen field. Read his book and learn how you too canbecome a great success." -- Donald J. Trump "Frank McKinney is in the vanguard of . . . multimillion-dollarspec home builders." -- Fortune "Frank McKinney has always liked to live on the edge ...he likes tolive dangerously." -- The Wall Street Journal "Frank is a real estate entrepreneur extraordinaire. The vision heapplies in creating his estate homes will someday be legendary.Everyone should be interested in his compelling life story." -- George F. Valassis, founder/former CEO Valassis Communications, Inc. If you wish to enter the real estate profession, you will find muchin these pages to help you. However, anyone can benefit from these49 philosophies and learn from the examples Frank describes. Thestories of succeeding against enormous odds, sacrificing personalcomfort to put everything into your business, living according toyour vision, putting in a full day's work day in and day out,contributing to others, and enjoying your life every moment, Ibelieve can provide great inspiration no matter what your stage orstatus in life. -- Rich De Vos, cofounder Amway, excerpted from the Foreword