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O's Little Guide to the Big Questions Audiobook

The sixth and final instalment in this series of small, inspirational books from the editors of O, the Oprah Magazine, O's Little Guide to the Big Questions is a collection of thought-provoking stories and essays on the wisdom to be gleaned from asking (and answering) life's biggest questions. With contributions from Gloria Steinem, Rita Wilson and many more inspirational writers and artists, this stunning collection will help you find your route personal happiness. What matters most? What is my purpose? When is the right time to make a change? Who is most important to me? Asking (and answering) the big questions can be terrifying - but it is the only way to put yourself on the path towards living your best life. Big questions can be forces of empowerment, motivation and clarification. The editors at O, The Oprah Magazine have combed through the magazine's extensive archives to assemble O's Little Guide to the Big Questions, a collection of stirring, motivating, thought-provoking pieces from great writers and celebrated thinkers, that offers wise guidance and inspiration to anyone feeling lost or in need of a reset.

The Oprah Magazine The Editors Of O (Author), Adam Grupper, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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O's Little Guide to the Big Questions

What truly matters? What is my purpose? When is the right time to make a change? Who is most important to me? A thoughtful and provocative collection of personal essays, O's Little Guide to the Big Questions highlights the wisdom to be gained from engaging with life's deepest mysteries. Award-winning and bestselling writers for O, The Oprah Magazine have been tackling these and other crucial questions since the magazine's inception. In this audiobook, they share their eye-opening, soul-expanding insights. Among the many jewels in the collection, Terry Tempest Williams describes the utter shock of opening her late mother's journals-and the lessons she gleaned from what she found inside; Thich Nhat Hanh finds compassion in the midst of anger; Julie Orringer reveals how we can know when we've found "the one." Offering valuable perspective to anyone feeling lost or in need of a reset, O's Little Guide to the Big Questions is proof that while the search for meaning can be daunting, it's also clarifying, motivating, empowering, and the surest path to becoming the person you were meant to be.

Hearst Magazines (Author), Adam Grupper, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump: 27 Psychiatrists and Mental Health Experts Assess a President

This program is read by Nanette Gartrelle, Luba Kessler, Bandy X. Lee, Helen Litchfield, P. J. Ochlan, and Betty P. Teng. The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump describes the consensus view held by two dozen psychiatrists and psychologists that Donald Trump is dangerously mentally ill and that he presents a clear and present danger to the nation and our own mental health. This is not normal. Since the start of Donald Trump's presidential run, one question has quietly but urgently permeated the observations of concerned citizens: What is wrong with him? Constrained by the American Psychiatric Association's "Goldwater rule," which inhibits mental health professionals from diagnosing public figures they have not personally examined, many of those qualified to answer this question have shied away from discussing the issue at all. The public has thus been left to wonder whether he is mad, bad, or both. In The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump, twenty-seven psychiatrists, psychologists, and other mental health experts argue that, in Mr. Trump's case, their moral and civic "duty to warn" America supersedes professional neutrality. They then explore Trump's symptoms and potentially relevant diagnoses to find a complex, if also dangerously mad, man. Philip Zimbardo and Rosemary Sword, for instance, explain Trump's impulsivity in terms of "unbridled and extreme present hedonism." Craig Malkin speaks about pathological narcissism and politics as a lethal mix. Gail Sheehy, on a lack of trust that exceeds paranoia. Lance Dodes, on sociopathy. Robert Jay Lifton, on the "malignant normality" that can set in everyday life if psychiatrists do not speak up. His madness is catching, too. From the trauma people have experienced under the Trump administration to the cult-like characteristics of his followers, he has created unprecedented mental health consequences across our nation and beyond. It's not all in our heads. It's in his. Expertly compiled by author and editor Bandy X. Lee, this insightful audiobook is mental fuel for the concerned, contemplative listener. -- Chapters written by Noam Chomsky, Jennifer Contarino Panning, Howard H. Covitz, Lance Dodes, William J. Doherty, Edwin B. Fisher, Henry J. Friedman, John D. Gartner, Nanette Gartrell, James Gilligan, Leonard L. Glass, James A. Herb, Judith Lewis Herman, Diane Jhueck, Luba Kessler, Bandy X. Lee, Robert Jay Lifton, Craig Malkin, Elizabeth Mika, Dee Mosbacher, David M. Reiss, Tony Schwartz, Gail Sheehy, Thomas Singer, Rosemary Sword, Michael J. Tansey, Betty P. Teng, Harper West, Steve Wruble, and Philip Zimbardo.

Bandy X. Lee (Author), Alex Hyde-White, Bandy X. Lee, Betty P. Teng M.F.A. L.M.S.W., Helen Litchfield, Hillary Huber, James R. Merikangas, Jennifer Contarino Panning Psy.D., Jennifer Contarino Panning, Psy.D., Kevin Washington, L.M.S.W. M.F.A. Betty P. Teng, Leonard L. Glass M.P.H., M.D., Leonard L. Glass, M.D., Leonard L. Glass, M.D., Mph, Lise Van Susteren, Luba Kessler, Luba Kessler, M.D., M.A. Elizabeth Mika, M.D. Betty P. Teng, M.D. Leonard L. Glass, M.D. Luba Kessler, M.D. Nanette Gartrell, M.D. Steve Wruble, M.D. Thomas Singer, M.F.A. Betty P. Teng, M.F.A. Betty P. Teng, Lmsw, M.P.H. Leonard L. Glass, M.D., Michael J. Tansey, PH.D., Michael J. Tansey, Ph.D., Michael J. Tansey, Phd, Nanette Gartrell, M.D., Nanette Gartrelle, P. J. Ochlan, Ph.D. Michael J. Tansey, Prudence Gourguechon, Psy.D. Jennifer Contarino Panning, Richard Painter, Rosa Maria Bramble, Rosemary Sword, Stephen Soldz, Steve Wruble, M.D., Thomas Singer, M.D., William Dufris (Narrator)

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O's Little Book of Calm and Comfort

A thoughtful collection of soul-soothing writing, O's Little Book of Calm & Comfort is the antidote to life's trying times. Featuring essays and interviews from some of the most celebrated contributors to O, The Oprah Magazine, this heartening collection offers solace, wisdom, and connection. Among the highlights: Nora Ephron on the state of rapture that comes from curling up with a good book; Maeve Binchy on the blessings of friends; and a stirring conversation between Oprah and the American Buddhist nun Pema Chodron that reveals how the pain we experience can create the possibility of a more joyful life. Together, these pieces from great writers and celebrated thinkers serve as a reminder that however tumultuous life may become, the world has beauty, kindness, and love enough to see us through.

The Oprah Magazine The Editors Of O (Author), Adam Gruper, Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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O's Little Book of Happiness

With a sprightly dose of insightful inspiration, a sprinkling of practical advice, and a bounty of exuberant stories by great writers, O's Little Book of Happiness features some of the best work ever to have appeared in O, The Oprah Magazine. Inside you'll find Elizabeth Gilbert's ode to the triumph of asking for what you want... Jane Smiley's tribute to the animal who taught her about lasting fulfillment... Shonda Rhimes's secret to trading stress for serenity... Brene Brown's celebration of the power of play... Neil de Grasse Tyson's take on our joyful participation in the universe... and much more. In revisiting fifteen years of the magazine's rich archives, O's editors have assembled a collection as stunning as it is spirit-lifting.

The Oprah Magazine The Editors Of O (Author), Alison Eliot, Cynthia Hopkins, Helen Litchfield, Joanna Adler, Scott Shepherd (Narrator)

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O's Little Book of Love and Friendship

The editors of O, The Oprah Magazine have combed through the publication's extensive archives to create O's Little Book of Love and Friendship, featuring the very best writing on those topics from fifteen years of O. Among the highlights: a frank, funny and freewheeling conversation between two of the world's great BFFs, Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King; Lisa Kogan on ghost-writing her pals' dating profiles; Amy Bloom on the tricky parts of love; Julie Orringer on knowing you've found The One; Meg Wolitzer on her glorious gang of four; Paige Williams on coming to terms with the tragic deaths of her sorority sisters; and more. A perfect gift for anyone's nearest and dearest, O's Little Book of Love and Friendship is destined to become a treasured volume that readers will turn to again and again.

The Oprah Magazine The Editors Of O (Author), Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Helen Litchfield, Rebecca Lowman (Narrator)

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O's Little Guide to Starting Over

Some of us start over willingly, and others are forced by circumstance-but everyone who finds herself back at square one could use a dose of courage and comfort. Readers will discover both in O's Little Guide to Starting Over, a collection of stirring pieces on the topic of beginning again. Just a few of the compelling writers and astute thinkers in the mix: Martha Beck, who advises us that embracing failure may lead to our greatest successes; Kelly Corrigan, who writes that accepting our lack of control can be both freeing and healing; and Junot Diaz, who offers reassurance that pushing ahead, even when it feels impossible, is the way to become the person we were meant to be. With moving stories, practical insight, and unforgettable voices, O's Little Guide to Starting Over is an essential road map for those who are breaking free, rising above, and making their way forward.

The Oprah Magazine The Editors Of O (Author), Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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O's Little Book of Calm & Comfort

The Editors Of O, The Editors of O The Oprah Magazine (Author), Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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O's Little Guide to Starting Over

An inspiring collection of personal stories and wise words that celebrate the power of a fresh start. Some of us start over willingly, and others are forced by circumstance"but everyone who finds herself back at square one could use a dose of courage and comfort. Listeners will discover both in O's Little Guide to Starting Over, a collection of stirring pieces on the topic of beginning again. Just a few of the compelling writers and astute thinkers in the mix: Martha Beck, who advises us that embracing failure may lead to our greatest successes; Kelly Corrigan, who writes that accepting our lack of control can be both freeing and healing; and Junot Diaz, who offers reassurance that pushing ahead, even when it feels impossible, is the way to become the person we were meant to be. With moving stories, practical insight, and unforgettable voices, O's Little Guide to Starting Over is an essential road map for those who are breaking free, rising above, and making their way forward.

The Editors Of O, The Editors of O The Oprah Magazine (Author), Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Gabra Zackman, Helen Litchfield (Narrator)

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The Fifty-Year Mission: The Complete, Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of Star Trek: The First

This is the unauthorized, uncensored, and unbelievable true story behind the making of a pop culture phenomenon. The original Star Trek series debuted in 1966 and has spawned five TV series spin-offs and a dozen feature films, with an upcoming one from Paramount arriving in 2016. The Fifty-Year Mission is a no-holds-barred oral history of five decades of Star Trek, told by the people who were there. Hear from the hundreds of television and film executives, programmers, writers, creators, and cast as they unveil the oftentimes shocking story of Star Trek's ongoing 50-year mission - a mission that has spanned from the classic series to the animated show, the many attempts at a relaunch through the beloved feature films. Make no mistake, this isn't just an audiobook for Star Trek fans. Here is a volume for all fans of pop culture and anyone interested in the nuts and bolts of a television touchstone. ©2016 Edward Gross and Mark A. Altman (P)2016 Macmillan Audio

Edward Gross, Mark A. Altman, Seth MacFarlane (Author), Alex Hyde-White, Helen Litchfield, Jason Olazabal, Susan Hanfield (Narrator)

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O's Little Book of Love and Friendship

An evocative and heartwarming collection of essays and anecdotes from great writers and celebrated thinkers, O's Little Book of Love & Friendship will captivate anyone whose life has ever been touched by a lasting friendship or an unforgettable romance. With essays and anecdotes from some of the best contributors to O, The Oprah Magazine, this charming collection warms the heart and stirs the soul. Among the highlights: a frank, funny, and freewheeling conversation between two of the world's great BFFs, Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King; Abigail Thomas on the ecstasy and agony of a first date; Elizabeth Strout on sharing the words that made her heart crack; Susanna Sonnenberg on reconnecting with her adored sister; Walter Kirn on love lessons learned the hard way; and more. A perfect gift for anyone's nearest and dearest, O's Little Book of Love & Friendship is a treasure box that readers will turn to again and again.

The Editors Of O, The Oprah Magazine (Author), Ari Fliakos, Cynthia Hopkins, Helen Litchfield, Rebecca Lowman (Narrator)

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This Is All a Dream We Dreamed: An Oral History of the Grateful Dead

In This Is All a Dream We Dreamed, two of the most well-respected chroniclers of the Dead, Blair Jackson and David Gans, reveal the band’s story through the words of its members, their creative collaborators and peers, and a number of diverse fans, stitching together a multitude of voices into a seamless oral tapestry. Capturing the ebullient spirit at the group’s core, Jackson and Gans weave together a musical saga that examines the music and subculture that developed into its own economy, touching fans from all walks of life, from penniless hippies to celebrities, and at least one U.S. vice president. This definitive book traces the Dead’s evolution from its humble beginnings as a folk/bluegrass band playing small venues in Palo Alto to the feral psychedelic warriors and stadium-filling Americana jam band that blazed all the way through to the 90s. Along the way, we hear from many who were touched by the Dead—from David Crosby and Miles Davis, to Ken Kesey, Carolyn “Mountain Girl” Garcia, and a host of Merry Pranksters, to legendary concert promoter Bill Graham, and others. Throughout their journey the Dead broke (and sometimes rewrote) just about every rule of the music business, defying conventional wisdom and charting their own often unusual course, in the process creating a business model unlike any seen before. Musically, too, they were pioneers, fusing inspired ideas and techniques with intuition and fearlessness to craft an utterly unique and instantly recognizable sound. Their music centered on collective improvisation, spiritual and social democracy, trust, generosity, and fun. They believed that you can make something real, spontaneous, and compelling happen with other musicians if you trust and encourage each other, and jam as if your life depended on it. And when it worked, there was nothing else like it. Whether you’re part of the new generation of Deadheads who are just discovering their music or a devoted fan who has traded Dead tapes for decades, you will want to listen in on the irresistible conversations and anecdotes shared in these pages. You’ll hear stories you haven’t heard before, possibly from voices that may be unfamiliar to you, and the tales that unfold will shed a whole new light on a long and inspiring musical odyssey.

Blair Jackson, David Gans (Author), Arthur Bishop, Blair Jackson, Cynthia Hopkins, David Gans, Eliza Foss, Fred Berman, Helen Litchfield, Holter Graham, Oliver Wyman (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Helen Litchfield