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Almost everyone is familiar with names like Thor and Loki from movies, comics and other corners of the media world today, but where do they come from? That's exactly what this book looks at. You'll dive for a while into the origins of these familiar names of Norse mythology. You'll not only get an overview of the scientific sources if you desire to further investigate more specifically than what is presented here, you'll also get a short but concise introduction to the mythological world created in a pre-Christian time.

Men - they can be a real mystery to women. Between all the prevailing gender stereotypes, it's difficult to even keep track. The endless dating advice doesn't necessarily provide any more clarity either. This can almost bring one to the brink of despair when looking for a partner. What are you waiting for? Get started right away and become an expert on men, partnership and your own self to give yourself an advantage.

Guilt is a deeply human emotion that everyone has experienced (at least) once in their lives. They act as a warning signal to us that we are about to commit a wrong, that we are violating our moral code and creating an imbalance between us and one or more other people. In hindsight, help us restore the violated balance, make amends, and learn from our mistakes. But why do some people tend to feel inappropriately strong guilt for saying "no" just once, while others can literally walk over dead bodies without batting an eye?

Are you also tired of going to work every day just to try to make the time pass quickly? Putting all your strength and energy into your job every day, just hoping to go home soon? That's how it is for a large number of people, even those who have actually focused their job selection on finding something that matches their interests. Of course, this can make life very difficult; after all, working is an activity we spend almost our entire lives doing, as it ensures our financial survival. If you find yourself in this suffering that seems hopeless, you have chosen the right book.

Combat stress, hectic and health problems with delicious recipes and relaxing massages and call it medicine - a wishful thinking? Quite the opposite! No matter what is bothering you: Whether they are sick, simply feel unwell or can no longer cope with all the challenges of the modern world, even if you just want to lose a few kilograms or simply feel good again: Ayurveda helps you to do so. Because this ancient healing art not only combats your aches and pains in a wonderfully individual way, but also brings your body and mind into balance and maintains your health in the long term.

"Man is a creature of habit." You have certainly heard this proverb somewhere before. Well, the meaning of the proverb is that man likes to repeat exactly what proves to be good for him. Knowing about the consequences of nicotine consumption and the health benefits you can expect once you quit smoking, you will become an expert in this field. However, the most important part is practical tips and exercises that will help you become the conqueror of your addiction and move your habits in a different direction.

Whether you're a professional athlete or an amateur, neuroathletics training is suitable for everyone and capable of helping each individual's progress immensely. Since the advance of some sports scientists a few years ago, this has created a completely new perspective on the causes of athletic success and the maximum exploitation of one's own potential. The big advantage is that there is no risk of injury, nor do you have to worry about making mistakes. Immerse yourself in the world of neuroscience, learn how our brain works and why we are able to move the way we do in the first place.

In this book you will learn about relaxation and its counterpart, tension - or stress. These terms are on everyone's lips today, but often we don't even know what we are really talking about or complaining about - and what can get us out of our, often unconsciously and self-created, stressful situations and help us in the long run to a relaxed and easy-going everyday life.

Do you need to give a talk or presentation for your work, school or studies? Whether it is a short presentation or a longer lecture in the context of a seminar - the conditions are the same. You are not one of those people who can speak without any fear in front of other people and deliver your presentation eloquently and confidently? On the contrary, are you nervous and have the feeling that you won't be able to get a word in edgewise? The good news is that speaking in front of other people can be learned! This guidebook deals with the basics of interpersonal communication.

One or the other of you surely remembers the school breaks back then on the playground in the elementary school at the thought of jumping rope. And surely you are smiling about it now. It was a pastime as a kid, it was fun, and it was literally child's play. Is it still that way today? Who would have thought that "rope skipping" would become a recognized sport in which even international competitions are now held. What has spilled over from abroad to Europe as a trend is also gaining enthusiasm on our doorstep in all age groups and sports groups.

Do you feel drained in your job? Do your students make your life hell? Do you find it hard to get up in the morning because you dread the school day? Then this book can help you. The job of a teacher is not easy. Disruptions and provocative students can significantly complicate your school day and rob you of any fun in teaching. Especially in this professional field, the danger of burnout should not be underestimated. You may already be at a point where you are thinking about throwing in the towel. But it doesn't have to be that way. Embark on a journey that will bring you effective change.

This book is intended for readers who are looking for an introduction to the confusing diversity of German literature. The chronological order chosen is best suited for this purpose because, in contrast to topic- or genre-oriented ordering procedures, it shows a genesis and traces the genealogy of German literature. The fact that Goethe's novel Wilhelm Meisters Lehrjahre would most likely have looked completely different without Hans Jakob Christoffel von Grimmelshausen's Simplicissimus can be shown most easily and effectively in the context of a chronologically presented journey through time.

Mindfulness is currently on everyone's lips, and many people are undergoing a shift away from fast-paced life toward deceleration and awareness. Adults are beginning to meditate and to experience their everyday lives more consciously and to be more mindful of themselves, their bodies and their fellow human beings. That's good. But mindfulness can also be a meaningful lifestyle for children and bring many positive effects for them. In this book, you will therefore first learn some general information about mindfulness, what it means, where it comes from and what inner attitude is helpful for it.

What appeals to you about beekeeping? Is it the prospect of producing your own honey and having the delicious natural product fresh on your breakfast table every morning? Or is it the fascination for the organism "bee", which stands out as a masterpiece of evolution? Perhaps it is a mixture of both. When you hold this book in your hands, you have an exciting journey ahead of you! Perhaps the first bees are already buzzing in your garden and flying from the hive to collect plentiful honey. Or maybe you're just toying with the idea of eventually acquiring a colony.

In this book I would like to introduce you to the wonderful topic of dream journeys for children. In a world full of stress and hectic, we are all grateful for a little distraction and a little relaxation for in between. It's not just us adults who feel this way, our children also need some time out from the stresses of everyday life every now and then. Because of their openness to fantasy and creativity, children are particularly good at immersing themselves in a fantasy world. As parents, you can take advantage of this ability and create a dream trip together as a special family time.

There are people who have a precise plan of how they will consistently achieve their goals and leave no doubt whatsoever that they will actually do it. They don't let anything stop them, neither unforeseen setbacks nor other obstacles. They find a solution to every problem and grow from the challenges they face. Other people, on the other hand, have none of these qualities and therefore quickly feel overwhelmed or unable to rise to a situation in the first place. Now we come to the question, what is the crucial difference between them? The answer is mental strength.

You work 40 hours a week and hardly have time for sports activities or other experiences in nature? You are constantly under pressure and can actually only really switch off and do something on trips? But you want to change this and finally break out of your comfort zone? Then this guide is the ideal way to put your plan into practice. Most people these days are far too comfortable to go outside and experience something and are always inventing excuses instead of really daring to do something for once.

You've probably already realized that storytelling is ubiquitous today and that it's hard to imagine marketing without it. In this guide, you will first get an overview of what storytelling actually is and why it is an important part of a successful marketing strategy. In addition, you will learn in the theory section how a classic story is structured, to what extent this structure can be integrated into business practice and what alternatives there are.

Anyone confronted with the diagnosis of "leaky gut syndrome" will probably quickly realize during their own research that the subject is relatively complex. But why is it actually so? "Leaky gut syndrome" refers to a condition in which the mucous membrane of our intestines is permeable at the microscopic level, but unfortunately not only for nutrients and other molecules important for bodily functions, but also for substances that should actually have been excreted with bowel movements, including pathogens and toxins such as alcohol.