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Compassionate Music Teaching: A Framework for Motivation and Engagement in the 21st Century

Compassionate Music Teaching provides a framework for music teaching in the 21st century by outlining qualities, skills, and approaches to meet the needs of a unique and increasingly diverse generation of students. The text focuses on how six qualities of compassion (trust, empathy, patience, inclusion, community, and authentic connection) have made an impact in human lives, and how these qualities might relate to the practices of caring and committed music teachers. This book bridges the worlds of research and practice, discussing cutting-edge topics while also offering practical strategies that can be used immediately in music studios and classrooms. Each chapter is addressed from multiple perspectives, including: research in music, education, psychology, sociology, and related fields; insights from various students and teachers across the United States; and an in-depth study of five music teachers who represent a broad range of genres, student ages, and pedagogical approaches. The book is dedicated to exploring those conditions that help students not only to learn, but also to grow, thrive, and freely express—and become compassionate musicians, teachers, performers, and people as well.

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The Self-Acceptance Project: How to Be Kind and Compassionate Toward Yourself in Any Situation

Even after years of spiritual practice, self-improvement, or therapy, many of us still have trouble with one essential challenge: self-acceptance. How do we stop from constantly judging ourselves as inadequate, finding fault with our bodies, or being plagued by our inner critics? The Self-Acceptance Project was created to help us find a solution. In this collection of essays, contemporary luminaries in spirituality, psychology, and creativity offer insights and teachings for truly embracing who we are no matter what our circumstances, including:
 
• “Waking Up from the Trance of Unworthiness”—Tara Brach illuminates the source of self-rejection and offers a powerful process to reverse unconscious patterns
• “Compassion for the Self-Critic”—Dr. Kristin Neff shows how self-judgment is often a misplaced but well-meaning survival instinct
• “Held, Not Healed”—Jeff Foster on making the space to accept anything that arises with open-hearted curiosity
• “No Strangers in the Heart”—poet Mark Nepo helps us reconnect to the sense of deep aliveness that we were born with
• “Taking in the Good”—Dr. Rick Hanson offers effective neuroscience-based insights and practices for overcoming our “negativity bias”
• “Transforming Self-Criticism into Self-Compassion”—Dr. Kelly McGonigal reveals practical strategies for changing the habitual way we treat ourselves
 
Why is it often so much easier to feel compassion and forgiveness toward others than toward ourselves? Where do our self-critical voices come from? Can we be motivated to grow and excel while still accepting ourselves as we are? In these 19 offerings, some of today’s most trusted teachers share their most valuable practices and techniques for building confidence, transforming our relationship with our inner critics, and using any circumstance as an opportunity to treat ourselves with kindness, compassion, and love.

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Seeker Dreamer: Amazing, Brilliant, Compassionate YOU!: A Journal Workbook for Self-Discovery and Empowerment

“Melony is not what the world wants; she is what the world needs. Over the span of our one hour conversation, she changed my outlook on life. Her compassion is trumped only by the eloquence of her writing.” Ian Aliman “This wonderful person, an enlightened soul, and my friend, Melony. She starts each day by filling our hearts, our souls, and our minds, with wisdom, compassion, and love. And I think today, you need her. “Christopher A. Sanchez SEEKER DREAMER: Amazing, Brilliant Compassionate YOU! Is a journal workbook for growth and transformation? It will guide you in honoring your Good Dreams; show you how to walk with Courage and help you remember to Breathe as you become more truthful with yourself and take your next good steps on your life journey. As you move forward, you will rediscover your Gifts and Purpose. Along the way you, the Seeker Dreamer will meet your fears and doubts as obstacles to be transformed into Trust and Confidence. No journey is easy and there are often unexpected barriers presented; but you discover that compassion, commitment to Love and forgiveness, graciousness, humility, integrity, kindness, patience, tenacity and trust become your Keys to Transformation and Tools of Grace. “Melony is the inspirational voice to help other people reclaim the power to heal themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Her efforts are sincere in helping people to grow and heal thru their life transitions. Our acquaintance has been a significant healing catalyst in my own personal journey. She coached me into transforming and energizing my mind and spirit, as a result I healed my environment by changing my residence and career. I have never been at a more happier or peaceful state of mind as I am now! She exudes a natural sincere healing energy that resonates with you on a deep level. She is captivating and empowering.” Venus Firebird, Energy Healer for eMotions, Spiritual Artisan

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Unbreakable Woman: Compassionate Self Defense & Empowerment

Unbreakable Woman is a unique self-defense and empowerment guide that explores the grim subject of violence against women with warmth, compassion and an emphasis on skills you already have. Unbreakable Woman teaches you how to transform fear into confidence. Unlike traditional self-defense philosophies that emphasize teaching you how to fight like a man, Unbreakable Woman guides you back into your natural strengths and helps you cultivate them into mastery. Through this conversational guide, you will practice mental training using real-world scenario analysis, deconstruct the victimization process, examine habits and attitudes that may be putting you at risk, explore common criminal profiles and avoidance strategies, sharpen the six critical safety skills you were born with and discover powerful, physical self-defense tools that you can use right now. Once armed with this knowledge, you’ll have a clear and conscious role in your personal safety and empowerment tools that extend beyond the scope of self-defense. Experience the Unbreakable Woman® seminar from the comfort of home or anywhere you travel. Read, share and give the gift of Unbreakable Woman to the unbreakable women in your life.