No Fig Leaves Allowed

Are you ready to Get Naked and experience the freedom to speak your heart and mind to those you love! 2015 Beverly Hills International Book Award Winning Author, Susan LeBron teaches how to build and strengthen your relationship with 100% honest communication and have fun on your journey! Who is this book for? Individuals or couples who are dating, newlyweds, or married. Couples who have been in longterm committed relationships who are navigating the various seasons of life, facing health related issues, experiencing recurring issues, or divorce will benefit by getting down to the basics of understanding what they need, want, expect and deserve. Marriage and pastoral counselors will also find value in providing and recommending this book as a critical communication skill builder. Stop sweeping your past, insecurities, fears, doubts, wishes and dreams under the rug! It is time to draw closer together while shielding your relationship from the threats of miscommunication, insecurities, unresolved personal or past issues, and negative outside influences. No Fig Leaves Allowed! Getting Emotionally Naked! is the best relationship tool-a self help that really helps. *Maintain or sure up a healthy relationship *Navigate challenges and trust issues as a team *Ignite intimacy or reconnect after life changes. *Discover how past experiences often merge with present circumstances and create unrealistic expectations or invisible barriers to communication. The awareness process will help couples learn to open up and talk honestly about the issues that matter most and create a safe haven where they can enjoy the relationship they desire and deserve.

We were not designed to live in this world of deception, lust, judgment, and greed. We were made for freedom, adventure, the infinite, to live freely, openly, honestly and uninhibited. Given the reality of life on earth, leaving ourselves too vulnerable, too exposed to all the selfishness and greed is simply not a viable survival option. All of us eventually have to put up our guard and run for cover. We close ourselves in, put up walls and when that happens, we cover up much of our intended greatness. These coverings we feel forced to place over our hearts, minds, spirits and bodies are the Fig Leaves of our lives. Drop the Fig Leaf takes a very straightforward look at these fig leaves, what lies behind them, how did they get there and most importantly, how to remove them. We will look at whats at stake, whats on the other side of the fig-leaves, what was intended for us all along, and how we can fight back and ultimately win the greatest battle of our lives. Get ready for an exhilarating, eye opening and life changing journey - The battle for our original and natural freedom.

Pinpoints how "dogwhistles" and "figleaves," two kinds of linguistic trick, distort political discourse and normalize racism It is widely accepted that political discourse in recent years has become more openly racist and more accepting of wildly implausible conspiracy theories. Dogwhistles and Figleaves explores ways in which such changes—both of which defied previously settled norms of political speech—have been brought about. Jennifer Saul shows that two linguistic devices, dogwhistles and figleaves, have played a crucial role. Some dogwhistles (such as "88", used by Nazis online to mean "Heil Hitler") serve to disguise messages that would otherwise be rejected as unacceptable, allowing them to be transmitted surreptitiously. Other dogwhistles (like the 1988 "Willie Horton" ad) work by influencing people in ways that they are not aware of, and which they would likely reject were they aware. Figleaves (such as "just asking questions") take messages that could easily be recognized as unacceptable, and provide just enough cover that people become more willing to accept them. Saul argues that these devices are important for the spread of racist discourse. She also shows how they contribute to the transmission of norm-violating discourse more generally, focusing on the case of wildly implausible conspiracist speech. Together, these devices have both exploited and widened existing divisions in society, and normalized racist and conspiracist speech. This book is the first full-length exploration of dogwhistles and figleaves. It offers an illuminating and disturbing view of the workings of contemporary political discourse.

Christian theology has concentrated too much on issues around guilt and the needs of the perpetrator of sin, but ignored the strong biblical theme of shame and the needs of the sinned-against. This book seeks to address this lack of serious engagement with shame in scripture. Tracing the story of shame through the biblical story of creation, exodus and exile the author shows how key narratives in the Hebrew scriptures, such as those of David and Job can be read as offering commentary on shaming abuse of privilege and power. Ultimately, the book argues, the culmination of scripture is with the ultimate shaming moment – that of God, on the cross. Provocative and timely, the book demonstrates a crucial lens through which to understand scripture, and is a vital resource for preachers and biblical scholars alike.

A comprehensive, step-by-step guide to growing healthy, happy fiddle leaf fig houseplants. Fiddle leaf fig plants can be a beautiful addition to your home, but it's no secret they require ongoing care to thrive. This book will provide you with all the tools you need to care for your green friend. Covering important topics from the secret to proper watering and how to fertilize your plant to proper drainage and pruning techniques, The Fiddle Leaf Fig Expert was written for experienced growers and first-time plant parents alike. This book includes actionable information to improve the health of your plant including:1. The Benefits of Your Plant2. The History of Fiddle Leaf Figs3. Fiddle Leaf Fig Care 1014. The Secret to Proper Watering5. The Best Fertilizer to Use6. Soil and Drainage7. Pruning and Cleaning8. PropagationThe guide was written for fiddle leaf fig lovers who want to understand what their plant needs to thrive and provide ideal growing conditions. It will help both novice and experienced growers to build a stronger relationship with their fiddle leaf fig.

In 1955, in a village in Greece that was marred by war and poverty, Giannoula and Fotios Panagiotopoulos dreamed of providing a better life for their children. Australia, it was rumoured, was a land of opportunity where hard work brought reward. Leaving behind family and friends, they set off to make a new home on the other side of the world. Half a lifetime later, under the shade of a fig tree and in the dappled Melbourne sunlight, Giannoula regales her youngest daughter, Olympia, with stories of her homeland and journey. An evocative exploration of the ties that bind, Beneath the Fig Leaves weaves an irresistible tapestry of family, food and history to stir the heart and senses.

This book seeks to address this lack of serious engagement with shame in scripture. Tracing the story of shame through the biblical story of creation, exodus and exile the author shows how key narratives in the Hebrew scriptures, such as those of David and Job can be read as offering commentary on shaming abuse of privilege and power.

"This series outlines the sanctifying sex within the marriage relationship"--Container.