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OptimalWork

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Author(s): 
Kevin Majeres, MD

OptimalWork, developed by Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Majeres, is a method of working that is based on the latest neuroscience. The purpose of this method is to enable us to flourish by connecting our highest ideals with our work. To flourish amidst challenges, we need to train ourselves to control our attitude, attention, and actions. The strategy of OptimalWork is to use our work as a training ground for self-mastery and flourishing.

A Doorway of Amethyst

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Author(s): 
Mary Daly
Illustrator(s): 
Margy Jakos

Here is a geology text that assumes no conflict between Christianity and science and is faithful to Church teaching. This book covers basic topics in geology, including the Earth's age and composition, the dynamics of continental plate motion, classification of rocks and soil, effects of glaciers, radiometric dating, and more. The illustrations are lovely and hand-drawn – not what you would expect in a textbook. However, I prefer a few glossy photographs as well, but you can find these on the internet.

Connecting with History Vol. I

Author(s): 
Andrea Chen
Sonya Romens

A guide for implementing a very comprehensive history program for all ages from preschoolers through adults (yes, even mom!), Connecting with History also incorporates religion, literature, discussion, composition, scripture and poetry memorization, hands-on activities, and more. The stated goal of this program is to help families better understand the Catholic Faith through the study of history, and to better understand true history through the study of the Catholic Faith.