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Intermittent fasting (IF) is about when you eat rather than what you eat. This popular approach to healthy weight loss has you cycle between periods of eating and fasting, and many people find it simpler than traditional diets (healthline.com). In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll explain why IF is worth considering, break down three common fasting methods (16/8, 5:2, and OMAD), and provide practical tips on getting started.

Unplug & Pray: Finding God in a Noisy Digital World for Teens & Parents offers a practical Catholic roadmap for reclaiming prayer and presence at home. Written with Scripture, testimonies, and real-world strategies, Deacon John O’Maley equips parents and teens to build healthy boundaries, resist distraction, and rediscover God’s whisper together.

When Will Bentley was nine years old, he promised his dying father that he would take care of the family. Growing up quickly, Will provided whatever his mother and sister needed, whether that meant putting food on the table, fixing a leaky roof, or driving off troublemakers. This became more than Will's duty. It became his identity. Then war took him away. Now, Will's coming home to Texas. Caring for his family and the intriguing young woman next door will be a tall order. The economy is dead, corrupt bluebellies are on the prowl, and old enemies want Will's land, his women, and his life.

The Catholic Nurse’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace is a devotional crafted for Christian healthcare professionals who serve on the frontlines of compassion and care. Designed specifically with nurses in mind, this powerful guide offers 21 short yet deeply nourishing reflections that combine Scripture, real-life nursing experiences, and Catholic tradition to renew your spirit daily.

After finally reaching Fort Kearny, the wagon train enters the Great Plains, where tensions run high due to recent troubles with the Sioux and Cheyenne. Riding ahead of the wagons is Jem, now an official scout. He and Charlotte are looking forward to her birthday, when they can finally get married. But first, they must cover hundreds of miles and face many perils: disgruntled Indians, buffalo stampedes, dangerous river crossings, extreme weather, and new danger from within their rolling village.

Are you ready to turn your summer into a launchpad for career success? Career Recharge: Upgrade Your Skills This Summer is a motivational guide for go-getters in their 20s, 30s, or 40s who refuse to let the summer months slip by. This book shows you how to leverage 8–12 weeks of “downtime” to level up your professional skills, strengthen your personal brand, and expand your network – all so you can step into the fall job market with confidence.

he Catholic Male Athlete’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace is written for young men who strive to compete with excellence while living faithfully as sons of God. This powerful devotional blends Scripture, reflection, and prayer to help Catholic athletes remain grounded in faith while navigating the challenges of sports, training, and daily life. Across 21 days, you will explore themes such as trusting God’s timing, finding identity beyond wins and losses, persevering through trials, leading with humility, and competing with integrity.

Betrayal in marriage is one of the deepest wounds a heart can endure. When the very person who vowed faithfulness causes pain through infidelity, lies, or abandonment, forgiveness can feel impossible. Yet Jesus, betrayed by those closest to Him, shows us that mercy is not only possible—it is transformative.

The Catholic Grandmother’s Daily Prayer Guide: 30 Reflections for Strength and Peace offers a month-long spiritual journey rooted in Eucharistic Scripture. Each day provides a passage, reflection, action, and heartfelt prayer designed specifically for grandmothers seeking strength, wisdom, and peace in their vocation. Drawing from the heart of Catholic tradition, this guide helps grandmothers nurture their families through faith and intercession. With compassionate encouragement and practical inspiration, it empowers women to embrace their sacred role as spiritual anchors for their loved ones.

Unlock the secret to turning one-time buyers into lifelong fans with Using AI to Improve Customer Retention and Loyalty Programs. In this game-changing guide, Catholic Deacon John O’Maley – a West Point graduate, former U. S. Army Ranger Captain, and P&G marketing alumnus – reveals how businesses of all sizes can harness artificial intelligence to boost customer loyalty. Discover how AI is transforming the way companies engage customers, from predictive algorithms that anticipate churn before it happens, to personalized recommendations and chatbots that delight customers 24/7.

The Catholic Grandfather’s Daily Prayer Guide: 30 Reflections for Strength and Peace is a spiritual companion for Catholic grandfathers who seek to leave a legacy of faith. With daily Scripture passages centered on the Eucharist, short reflections, and practical steps, this guide equips grandfathers to inspire their families and grow closer to Christ. Each prayer fosters strength, peace, and renewed devotion, helping grandfathers live their vocation with courage and joy.

Crafted for today’s busy Catholic doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals, The Catholic Medical Professional's Daily Prayer Guide offers 21 short yet powerful reflections to ground you in faith amid the pressures of clinical life. Each entry includes a relevant Scripture passage, a heartfelt reflection rooted in Catholic tradition, and a focused prayer to draw you closer to Christ.

The Impact of “AI” on Mental Health: Navigating the Digital Age for Adults is a timely, eye-opening, and empowering guide for adults struggling to stay human in a world run by machines. From burnout and anxiety to digital isolation and spiritual numbness, this book dives deep into how Artificial Intelligence is quietly reshaping our minds, habits, and relationships. With practical insights, theological reflection, and emotional honesty, Deacon John O’Maley equips readers to reclaim mental clarity, spiritual depth, and authentic connection.

The Catholic Student’s Daily Prayer Guide: 21 Reflections for Strength and Peace is a daily lifeline for Catholic students navigating the pressures of school, social life, and spiritual growth. This short, powerful devotional offers 21 faith-filled reflections, each including a Scripture passage, a heartfelt meditation, and a student-focused prayer. Designed for busy schedules, each short entry delivers deep spiritual guidance rooted in Catholic tradition.

Jesus, Be My Light in the Darkness: 30 Days of Catholic Prayer for Trauma Recovery is a deeply pastoral, Eucharist-centered devotional designed to walk Catholic listeners through a month of healing, consecration, and restoration. Authored by Deacon John O’Maley—a West Point graduate, former U.S. Army Ranger Captain, and seasoned Catholic deacon—this guide invites trauma survivors into a sacred space of prayerful surrender, offering daily spiritual nourishment rooted in the redemptive suffering of Jesus Christ.

You Are Not Alone If you're a woman over 40 and find yourself reaching for a diet soda every day, know this—you are not alone. Many women at this stage of life have built a relationship with diet sodas that runs deeper than simple refreshment. Perhaps you started drinking diet sodas decades ago, drawn by their promise of "zero calories" and a guilt-free energy boost. What started as an occasional treat evolved into a daily ritual, an emotional crutch, and maybe even a dependency. You might sometimes wonder, "How did this become such a big part of my life?

The Book of Psalms, treasured in both Jewish and Christian traditions, is a spiritual treasure trove that reveals the heart of prayer and worship. What many may not fully realize is how powerfully the Psalms foreshadow and reflect the life, mission, and emotional experiences of Jesus Christ. When we read the Psalms through a Eucharistic and Christological lens, we encounter Jesus praying, suffering, rejoicing, forgiving, longing, and surrendering — all echoing the cries, hopes, and victories recorded by King David and other psalmists centuries before the Incarnation.

Reset Your Sleep in 5 Nights: A No-Fluff Guide for Busy Parents is the practical, no-nonsense solution exhausted parents have been waiting for. If you’re tired of sleepless nights, racing thoughts, and waking up more tired than when you went to bed, this short, actionable guide is for you. Designed specifically for busy moms and dads, this 5-night plan offers simple, research-backed strategies to reclaim your rest—without overhauling your entire life. You’ll tackle tech overload, mental clutter, chaotic schedules, and more using small, realistic changes that fit into any family routine.

August and September mark the hectic back-to-school season, when relaxed summer days give way to packed schedules of school, sports, and activities. It’s no wonder searches for “back-to-school meal plans” spike in late summer as families scramble for solutions (actionnews5.com). In fact, surveys show that about 85% of parents feel stressed when preparing school lunches (washingtonpost.com), and nearly three in five parents find planning and making dinner to be a top source of stress during the school year (homeword.com).

The Parables of Jesus: 30 Reflections for Daily Catholic Life is a powerful devotional guide that invites listeners to encounter Christ in a new and personal way through His timeless teachings. Each of the 30 days unpacks one of Jesus’ parables with clarity and depth—drawing out theological insights, practical applications for modern Catholic living, and heartfelt prayer.