Rebuilding Identity

Rebuilding Identity
Author: Jacob L. Wright
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Total Pages: 388
Release: 2012-10-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 3110927209

This monograph presents a fresh and detailed treatment of the problems posed by the Nehemiah-Memoir. Starting from the pre-critical interpretations of Ezra-Neh, the study demonstrates that the use of the first-person does not suffice as a criterion for distinguishing between the verba Neemiae and the additions of later authors. The earliest edition of the Memoir isconfined to a building report, which was expanded as early generations of readers developed the implications of Nehemiah's accomplishments for the consolidation and centralization of Judah. The expansions occasioned in turn the composition of the history of the "Restoration" in Ezra-Neh.

Think, Learn, Succeed

Think, Learn, Succeed
Author: Dr. Caroline Leaf
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 221
Release: 2018-08-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493407899

Our thought lives have incredible power over our mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. In fact, our thoughts can either limit us to what we believe we can do or release us to experience abilities well beyond our expectations. When we choose a mindset that extends our abilities rather than placing limits on ourselves, we will experience greater intellectual satisfaction, emotional control, and physical health. The only question is . . . how? Backed by up-to-date scientific research and biblical insight, Dr. Caroline Leaf empowers readers to take control of their thoughts in order to take control of their lives. In this practical book, readers will learn to use - The 5-step Switch on Your Brain Learning Program, to build memory and learn effectively - The Gift Profile, to discover the unique way they process information - The Mindfulness Guide, to optimize their thought life and find their inner resilience Dr. Leaf shows readers how to combine these powerful tools in order to improve memory, learning, cognitive and intellectual performance, work performance, physical performance, relationships, emotional health, and most importantly a meaningful life well lived. Each of us has significant psychological resources at our fingertips that we can use in order to improve our overall well-being. Dr. Leaf shows us how to harness those resources to unlock our hidden potential.

Prayers and the Construction of Israelite Identity

Prayers and the Construction of Israelite Identity
Author: Susanne Gillmayr-Bucher
Publisher: SBL Press
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2019-08-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0884143678

Substantial insights into various identity discourses reflected in the biblical prayers This collection of essays from an international group of scholars focuses on how biblical prayers of the Persian and early Hellenistic periods shaped identity, evoked a sense of belonging to specific groups, and added emotional significance to this affiliation. Contributors draw examples from different biblical texts, including Genesis, Samuel, Kings, Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah, Psalms, Jonah, and Daniel. Features Thorough study of prayers that play a key role for a biblical book’s (re)construction of the people’s history and identity An examination of ways biblical figures are remodeled by their prayers by introducing other, sometimes even contradictory, discourses on identity An exploration of different ways in which psalms from postexilic times shaped, reflected, and modified identity discourses

State Building and National Identity Reconstruction in the Horn of Africa

State Building and National Identity Reconstruction in the Horn of Africa
Author: Redie Bereketeab
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2017-02-10
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 331939892X

This book examines post-secession and post-transition state building in Somaliland, Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan. It explores two intimately linked, yet analytically distinct themes: state building and national identity reconstruction following secession and collapse. In Somaliland and South Sudan, rearranging the state requires a complete metamorphosis of state institutions so that they respond to the needs and interests of the people. In Sudan and Somalia, the reconfiguration of the remains of the state must address a new reality and demands on the ground. All four cases examined, although highly variable, involve conflict. Conflict defines the scope, depth and momentum of the state building and state reconstruction process. It also determines the contours and parameters of the projects to reconstitute national identity and rebuild a nation. Addressing the contested identity formation and its direct relation to state building would therefore go a long way in mitigating conflicts and state crisis.

Shaping Israelite Identity through Prayers in the Book of Chronicles

Shaping Israelite Identity through Prayers in the Book of Chronicles
Author: Kiyoung Kim
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Total Pages: 248
Release: 2021-11-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1666706914

What is the post-exilic Israelites’ destiny? What should they have hoped for? How could they actualize their desired community? This book discusses the identity of the post-exilic Israelite community by focusing on the unique rhetorical impetus in the book of Chronicles. Chronicles suggests a picture of the desired future Israel. Yet, the Chronicler does not call for a new identity, creation ex nihilo, from the community but calls for the restoration of the Israelites’ past identity by reporting the history of Israel and Judah. The restoration of their past identity can be actualized when members of the community fulfill portrayed roles and characteristics in Chronicles: worshiping, monotheistic believing, and praying, and Davidic citizenship. Further, recorded prayer plays a crucial role as Chronicles persuades its readers to render or exhibit those roles and characteristics. Prayer invites the community members to participate so that they transform past prayers into their own prayers. By doing so, the prayer participants perceive portrayed roles and characteristics and change their attitude. By rendering and exhibiting desired roles and characteristics, they eventually hope for and actualize a better community, the liturgical community.

War, Memory, and National Identity in the Hebrew Bible

War, Memory, and National Identity in the Hebrew Bible
Author: Jacob L. Wright
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 297
Release: 2020-07-23
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1108480896

Shows how biblical authors, like more recent architects of national identities, constructed identity in direct relation to memories of war.

Rebuilding Identities

Rebuilding Identities
Author: Erich Kasten
Publisher: Dietrich Reimer
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2005
Genre: History
ISBN:

These three books show under various aspects the changes in rural communities and how peoples? lives have been affected after the dramatic developments of the 90ies of the last century

Stolen Identity

Stolen Identity
Author: Carmen María Montiel
Publisher: CMM Books
Total Pages: 555
Release: 2020-08-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 8412213130

Like most women, I was unaware that I was a victim of domestic violence. My husband had managed to diminish me through years of psychological and physical abuse and even through the use of drugs. However, despite being almost destroyed, I managed to rebuild my dignity and demonstrate my innocence. I loved my husband. I never imagined that he could harm me or that he would end up trying to destroy me. Nor did I think, when he started hurting me, that this could be intentional, since all the aggressors blame their victims. In my case, the victimization was so effective that, after each assault, I would recreate the incident to see what I had done to make my husband react in this way. This is my story, that of a battered and immigrant woman who found no way to escape or hide; A Catholic who believes in family and who fought to keep it for the good of her children. However, in the end, and precisely for them, she was forced to leave that vicious marriage to save herself and them. Carmen Maria Montiel

The Complex PTSD Roadmap

The Complex PTSD Roadmap
Author: Rosie Peggy Greenwood
Publisher: owubooks
Total Pages: 280
Release:
Genre: Psychology
ISBN:

The Complex PTSD Roadmap: A Guided Journey to Personal Empowerment and Trauma Recovery Have you ever felt trapped in the shadows of your past, unable to move forward despite your best efforts? Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can make every day feel like a battle, with the weight of prolonged trauma pulling you down and holding you back. But healing is possible, and your journey towards a life of peace, fulfillment, and empowerment begins here. "The Complex PTSD Roadmap" is more than just a guide; it’s your companion on the path to recovery. Written by trauma experts Rosie Peggy Greenwood, Lucia Alarm, and Chris Jason Mahoney, this book offers a structured, phased approach to healing that breaks down the overwhelming process of recovery into manageable steps. Whether you are just beginning your journey or have been working on your recovery for years, this book provides the tools, insights, and support you need to reclaim your life. Inside, you will find: A Phased Approach to Healing: Navigate your recovery through distinct phases, from establishing safety and stability to rebuilding your identity and finding purpose. Practical Tools and Reflective Exercises: Engage with exercises designed to help you apply what you’ve learned, foster self-awareness, and build resilience. Expert Insights and Success Stories: Gain inspiration from the latest trauma research and the real-life stories of individuals who have walked this path before you. A Compassionate and Supportive Guide: Feel seen, heard, and understood as the authors gently guide you through the complexities of trauma recovery with empathy and care. Your journey is unique, and while the road may be challenging, it is also one of profound transformation and empowerment. "The Complex PTSD Roadmap" is here to help you navigate that road, offering you the guidance and support you need to move from surviving to truly thriving. Take the first step towards reclaiming your life. Your healing journey starts now.

Self-Identity after Brain Injury

Self-Identity after Brain Injury
Author: Tamara Ownsworth
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 245
Release: 2014-03-26
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1317820193

An injury to the brain can affect virtually any aspect of functioning and, at the deepest level, can alter sense of self or the essential qualities that define who we are. In recent years, there has been a growing body of research investigating changes to self in the context of brain injury. Developments in the cognitive and social neurosciences, psychotherapy and neurorehabilitation have together provided a rich perspective on self and identity reformation after brain injury. This book draws upon these theoretical perspectives and research findings to provide a comprehensive account of the impact of brain injury on self-identity. The second half of this book provides an in-depth review of clinical strategies for assessing changes in self-identity after brain injury, and of rehabilitation approaches for supporting individuals to maintain or re-establish a positive post-injury identity. The book emphasizes a shift in clinical orientation, from a traditional focus on alleviating impairments, to a focus on working collaboratively with people to support them to re-engage in valued activities and find meaning in their lives after brain injury. Self-Identity after Brain Injury is the first book dedicated to self-identity issues after brain injury which integrates theory and research, and also assessment and intervention strategies. It will be a key resource to support clinicians and researchers working in brain injury rehabilitation, and will be of great interest to researchers and students in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and allied health disciplines.