Ergebnis für "The Possession" in Beziehungen, Elternschaft & persönliche Entwicklung

Who wants to settle for fleeting treasures on earth... when God offers everlasting treasures in Heaven?It's time to rethink our perspectives on money and possessions. In this thoroughly researched and extensively updated classic, Randy Alcorn shows us how to view them accurately as God's provision for our good, the good of others, and his glory. Alcorn presents a biblical and comprehensive view of money and possessions.

In a time of rising authoritarianism and attacks on personal freedoms, the New York Times bestselling author of I’m Still Here chronicles her efforts to live as her full self in a society that wants women—and Black women in particular—to do anything but that.

Why do we do it? Marriage. Cohabitation. Why do we accept all the bad with the good? Why do we ignore red flags? What makes us live our lives in a manner that is contrary to our personal well-being for the sake of a relationship? Many of us are notorious for it. Going against our natures. Making excuses for others’ unacceptable and damaging behavior. Giving pivotal pieces of ourselves away so that we may become a version of ourselves deemed more acceptable or likeable by others. Believing we need someone else to make our lives whole.

Attention: You have everything you ever wanted—money, success, a high-status career—but deep down, you still feel empty. You’ve achieved what society defines as “the dream,” yet you’re struggling with loneliness, anxiety, and a lingering sense of dissatisfaction. If you or someone you know is facing the harsh reality that wealth and material possessions don’t guarantee happiness, this book is for you. Interest: History is full of millionaires who seemed to have it all but secretly battled depression, addiction, and emptiness.

Drawing on in-depth interviews with recent movers in over a 100 diverse US households, David Ekerdt analyzes the downsizing process and what it says about the meaning and management of possessions. He details how households approach and accomplish downsizing, exploring the decision-making process and the effectiveness of different strategies.