Water scarcity is on everyone's mind. Long taken for granted, water availability has entered the realm of economics, politics, and people's food and lifestyle choices. Water In Plain Sight is an inspiring reminder that fixing the future of our drying planet involves understanding what makes natural systems thrive.
In Cows Save the Planet, journalist Judith D. Schwartz looks at soil as a crucible for our many overlapping environmental, economic, and social crises. Drawing on the work of thinkers and doers, renegade scientists and institutional whistleblowers, Schwartz challenges much of the conventional thinking about global warming and other problems. For example, land can suffer from undergrazing as well as overgrazing, since certain landscapes, such as grasslands, require the disturbance from livestock to thrive. Regarding climate, when we focus on carbon dioxide, we neglect the central role of water in soil - "green water" - in temperature regulation. And much of the carbon dioxide that burdens the atmosphere is not the result of fuel emissions, but from agriculture; returning carbon to the soil not only reduces carbon dioxide levels but also enhances soil fertility. Cows Save the Planet is at once a primer on soil's pivotal role in our ecology and economy, a call to action, and an antidote to the despair that environmental news so often leaves us with.
A global tour of earth repair and some of the unsung heroes pushing the boundaries of ecological restoration to show how even the world's most wounded places can be revivedThe book begins in China's Loess Plateau, where a landmark project successfully restored a blighted region the size of Belgium, lifting millions of people out of poverty.
Exploring the intricate relationship between identity and gender, this book delves into how our heroes and heroines influence our choices and lifestyles. It examines the impact of our birth religion on personal development, highlighting the complexities of self-perception and societal expectations. Through thought-provoking questions, the narrative encourages readers to reflect on the factors that shape who they are, fostering a deeper understanding of identity formation in a contemporary context.
A Jewish Immigrant's Granddaughter and Her Life in Late 20th and Early 21st Century America and Israel
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, the narrative follows the lives of American-born granddaughters of immigrant families. As they navigate the complexities of identity, culture, and generational differences, the characters grapple with their heritage and the expectations placed upon them. The story explores themes of belonging, resilience, and the challenges of balancing traditional values with modern aspirations, ultimately highlighting the rich tapestry of immigrant experiences in America.
With The Possibility Principle, psychotherapist Mel Schwartz offers a revolutionary approach to living the life we choose. Though science has vastly expanded our knowledge, it has also led us to adopt a worldview where we see ourselves as insignificant specks living in a mechanical universe. Now, insights from quantum physics reveal that our universe is, in fact, a vibrantly intelligent reality and that each of us plays a vital role in shaping it. In this groundbreaking book, Schwartz shows us how to integrate this new quantum worldview into our everyday lives, allowing us to transcend our limitations and open to infinite possibilities. The Possibility Principle reveals how we can apply the three core tenets of quantum physics - inseparability, uncertainty, and potentiality - to live the life we choose, free from the wounds of our past and the constraints of our old beliefs. You can learn to: develop a mastery of your thinking as you free yourself from the replication of old thought patterns; utilize the concept of wave collapse to realize that you are not imprisoned by your genes, brain chemistry, or past traumas; overcome anxiety and depression through a shift of mind; thrive in resilient relationships and develop powerful communication skills that foster empowerment and intimate connection; and embrace uncertainty to ride the waves of personal change.