A Symphony

"A fitting tool for couples, ministers and counselors who want to address the marital relationship using practical Biblical insights"--Cover.

A Symphony of Life Triumph of Education over Adversity A Journey of a Persian - American Woman Through War, Revolution, Love, and Freedom The story of Dr. Redjali, a well known public figure in Iran in the mid-twentieth century, begins in Iran (Persia) during the time of Iran's westernization and modernization spearheaded by Reza Shah Pahlavi at the beginning of the 20th century and follows the social, historical, political turmoil, and educational events of the past seventy years in Iran, in Europe and the United States. Like a symphony, this book is composed of four movements. Through these movements, the author weaves the notes of her life into melodies of social and historical changes, upheavals, wars, revolutions and peace. She traces her own transition from being part of Iran's ruling class to her job-seeking struggles in the United States. This provides the reader, through the author's firsthand experience with many of the great events of the 20th century, a personal account of Iran's contemporary history and politics, education, along with an eye-witness account of the United States civil rights movement, the women's rights struggle, other important issues related to psychology and mental health, and personal issues such as surviving cancer in the United States. Her story encompasses shifts in the tempos and melodies of life, along with a leitmotiv of love of family, individual freedom, and unwavering hope for humanity. The book illustrates the personal approach the author has adopted throughout her life in coping with and overcoming every adversity through using the power of education. It's also a testament to a woman's ability to balance all the facets of her life-. career demands, family responsibilities, emotional needs, and the quest to help others. This book with historical pictures uniquely covers the period between the rise and the fall of the Pahlavi dynasty, the rise of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the author's personal life in Europe and the United States. It is supported by extensive research, and expresses a great hope that the longstanding cultural misunderstanding and miscommunication between Iran and the West will soon be replaced with a mutual respect which celebrates the power of individual freedom and democracy.

A “fascinating overview” of neurofeedback and its potential benefits for treating depression, autism, epilepsy, and other conditions (Discover). Since A Symphony in the Brain was first published, the scientific understanding of our bodies, brains, and minds has taken remarkable leaps. From neurofeedback with functional magnetic resonance imaging equipment, to the use of radio waves, to biofeedback of the heart and breath and coverage of biofeedback by health insurance plans, this expanded and updated edition of the groundbreaking book traces the fascinating untold story of the development of biofeedback. Discovered by a small corps of research scientists, this alternative treatment allows a patient to see real-time measurements of their bodily processes. Its advocates claim biofeedback can treat epilepsy, autism, attention deficit disorder, addictions, and depression with no drugs or side effects; bring patients out of vegetative states; and even improve golf scores or an opera singer’s voice. But biofeedback has faced battles for acceptance in the conservative medical world despite positive signs that it could revolutionize the way a diverse range of medical and psychological problems are treated. Offering case studies, accessible scientific explanations, and dramatic personal accounts, this book explores the possibilities for the future of our health. “Robbins details the fascinating medical history of the therapy, tracing it back to French physician Paul Broca’s discovery of the region in the brain where speech originates. At the heart of this riveting story are the people whose lives have been transformed by neurofeedback, from the doctors and psychologists who employ it to the patients who have undergone treatment.” —Publishers Weekly

A stimulating, up-to-date overview of the genesis, analysis, and reception of this landmark symphony.

A Night at the Symphony takes piano students on a fascinating journey into the exciting world of orchestral music. Along with early-intermediate to intermediate piano arrangements of favorite orchestral themes, it includes instructions for organizing a symphony-themed recital, information on the basics of the orchestra, an explanation of symphonic terms, highlights of orchestral history and more. Seven timeless orchestral pieces are explored. The unit on each piece includes: a piano arrangement by Carol Matz, interesting background information on the composition and its form, a biography of the composer, and a fun activity page by Bernadine Johnson. Titles: * Spring (from The Four Seasons) * Eine Kleine Nachtmusik * "Surprise" Symphony * Symphony No. 5 * Morning Mood (from Peer Gynt Suite) * 1812 Overture * Rhapsody in Blue

In the heart of West Memphis, Arkansas, Kaley's life seems like an endless quest for inner peace. Torn between her childhood dreams of becoming a musician or writer, she finds herself perpetually stuck in a grocery store-bagel shop hybrid she jokingly refers to as her "career of doom." As she struggles to break free from this cycle, an eclectic and extraordinary group of friends enter her life, each on their own path of peculiar self-discovery. Amidst the shelves of her Shop Side store, Kaley encounters the astonishing journey of her ex-husband, Roscoe, who yearns to transition into Rozie Redd Skye. Meanwhile, a young man named David embarks on a quest to find his biological father. All the while, Kaley's longtime customer, Shady Ray, weaves enthralling tales, and soon separating fact from fiction becomes a challenging task. In Keith Kelly's 'The Symphony of Life', unlikely friendships blossom and secrets unravel within the walls of Shop Side, offering a glimpse into the magic and complexity of life.