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Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about managing anxiety with this straightforward guide.Virtually everyone has experienced anxiety at some point, but in its most extreme form this common mental health condition can be debilitating and isolating. Fortunately, it does not have to be this way: with a wide range of treatments, from relaxation exercises to therapy to antidepressants, an effective solution to your symptoms is within reach.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand the biological, psychological and social factors that contribute to anxiety* Recognise the numerous psychological, behavioural and physical symptoms of anxiety* Find out about the different anxiety treatments available and choose the right one for youABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about looking for jobs using social media with this practical guide.Nowadays, it is no longer enough for job hunters to simply send their CV and cover letter to potential employers, and they must do more to stand out from other highly qualified candidates. The solution? Social media! LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook, to name just a few sites, allow you to attract the attention of recruiters and establish a network of professionals to help you in your career.In 50 minutes you will be able to:* Build a high-quality network of professional connections in your field* Tailor your profiles to attract the attention of recruiters* Develop and maintain a reputation as a committed professional in your industryABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | COACHING The Coaching series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at all those who, at any stage in their careers, are looking to acquire personal or professional skills, adapt to new situations or simply re-evaluate their work-life balance. The concise and effective style of our guides enables you to gain an in-depth understanding of a broad range of concepts, combining theory, constructive examples and practical exercises to enhance your learning.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the events of the Battle of Britain in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the Battle of Britain. When Hitler decided to attack Britain in 1940, he expected a rapid victory for his army. Instead, the Battle of Britain became the most colossal air combat in history and led to the deaths of thousands of civilians. But it also showed the world that Hitler was not invincible, giving the occupied countries new hope and putting an end to the Nazi¿s victories in Europe.In just 50 minutes you will:   ¿ Learn the key facts about the Battle of Britain and why it lasted for much longer than Hitler anticipated   ¿ Understand the political and social context of the time and why Britain was left to fight the Nazis alone   ¿ Analyse the impact of Britain¿s victory on the rest of the world and how it marked the beginning of the end of Nazi rule over EuropeABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Emile Zola in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Emile Zola was the leading figure of the 19th-century literary movement of naturalism and remains one of France's best-known and most celebrated authors. With his sweeping 20-novel cycle Les Rougon-Macquart and other novels such as Therese Raquin, he provided a meticulous depiction of the society of his time and aimed to study the impact of a range of social, environmental and biological factors on individuals. He also believed in writers' responsibility to effect social change and bring about a better world, and took stances on a range of contemporary issues, notably the Dreyfus affair with his famous open letter J'accuse...!In this book, you will learn about:* The major historical, social and economic developments that influenced Zola's work* The main ideas and principles behind the literary movement of naturalism* Zola's most important works, the reception they met with and their impact on later authorsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about dealing with anxiety attacks with this straightforward guide.Between 4 and 7% of the population suffers from anxiety, meaning a generalised sense of fear and nervousness that can lead to anxiety attacks if the sufferer is exposed to a particularly stressful situation. These attacks are characterised by a spiralling sensation of panic and impending doom, and leave victims feeling emotionally, mentally and physically exhausted. This guide provides a clear, simple explanation of a range of techniques that can reduce general levels of anxiety, thus making a fully-fledged anxiety attack less likely, as well as an introduction to a number of breathing exercises that can help you break out of an ongoing anxiety attack.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand the nature of anxiety attacks* Identify the symptoms and causes of anxiety* Discover ways you can alleviate anxiety and cut anxiety attacks shortABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEINGThe Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Vincent van Gogh in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch artist who was active during the late 19th century. The primary subjects of his work were landscapes and the realities of rural life, and his paintings often reflected his own state of mind through the use of vibrant colours and curved lines. Van Gogh was an extremely prolific painter and produced around 900 paintings in his lifetime, most of which were completed in his final two years of life. However, it is believed that he only sold one painting during his lifetime, as his unconventional style did not become popular until after his death. Today, his most famous works include The Starry Night and The Sunflowers, and his work is credited with inspiring several later artistic movements, including Fauvism and Expressionism.In this book, you will learn about:* The artistic and cultural trends that influenced Van Gogh's work, including Impressionism, Naturalism and Japonism* Van Gogh's most famous works, including masterpieces such as The Starry Night and The Potato Eaters* The later artistic movements inspired by Van Gogh's work, such as Fauvism and ExpressionismABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about sophrology with this straightforward guide.Sophrology is a powerful tool for promoting physical and mental health, and can be used for a range of purposes, from treating stress and insomnia to preparing for surgery or childbirth. The discipline was developed by the Colombian psychiatrist Alfonso Caycedo in the 1960s, and its popularity has risen steadily ever since. With this guide, you can quickly gain an understanding of its basic principles and applications and see the benefits for yourself!In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand the history and key principles of sophrology* Find out how sophrology can help you in various areas of your life* Practise some simple sophrology exercises at homeABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Michelangelo in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Michelangelo is one of the most influential artists in Western art history, and his works, including his famed sculpture David and the frescoes adorning the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, are among the most recognisable in the world. As the creator of statues and paintings on a vast, imposing scale, who displayed virtually unrivalled technical mastery and interwove religious and secular subjects in a highly original manner, Michelangelo was a source of inspiration to countless later artists, including the Mannerists and numerous 19th-century French artists. In spite of his exceptional talent, he was frequently dissatisfied with his own work, and a number of projects were left unfinished at his death.In this book, you will learn about:* The artistic developments that took place in Italy during the Renaissance* The commissions Michelangelo received from influential patrons, including several popes and the powerful Medici family* His most celebrated works, including David and The Last Judgment, and their influence on later artistsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about basic yoga techniques with this straightforward guide.Yoga is a centuries-old discipline that has only recently begun gaining popularity in the West. Although most people exclusively associate it with the asanas or poses that practitioners seek to master, it can more aptly be described as a lifestyle that seeks to bring mind, body and soul into perfect harmony. However, the basic principles of yoga are simple, and can give your mental and physical wellbeing a significant boost. Thanks to this guide, incorporating them into your own life has never been easier!In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Discover the history of yoga* Learn some of the most fundamental yoga poses* Start making yoga a part of your lifestyleABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about developing your assertiveness with this straightforward guide.Virtually all of us have struggled with assertiveness at one point or another, and the prospect of standing up for ourselves at work, in relationships or even in our families can be daunting. Fortunately, with a little practice we can hone our communication skills to ensure that our needs are respected, learn to express our needs and beliefs without fear and reach compromises that satisfy everyone involved.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Understand why you are struggling to assert yourself* Eliminate the negative thoughts that are undermining your self-esteem* Communicate clearly and effectively in any situationABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Change is only 50 minutes away! Find out everything you need to know about transactional analysis with this straightforward guide.Transactional analysis was developed by the Canadian-born psychiatrist Eric Berne in the 1950s, and the method's enduring popularity is a testament to its effectiveness and accessibility. Transactional analysis will provide you with the tools you need to identify the mechanisms at play in your relationships with other people, adjust the limiting beliefs that are holding you back and boost your mental and emotional wellbeing.In just 50 minutes you will be able to:* Identify the three ego-states and their effect on your relationships* Communicate clearly and effectively so that your needs are met* Rewrite your life script and maximise your personal fulfilmentABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | HEALTH AND WELLBEING The Health and Wellbeing series from the 50Minutes collection is perfect for anyone looking to be healthier and happier in their personal life. Our guides cover a range of topics, from social anxiety to getting ready for a new baby, and provide simple, practical advice and suggestions to allow you to reduce stress, strengthen your relationships and increase your wellbeing.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Leonardo da Vinci was an artist, inventor and engineer who was renowned as one of the leading figures of the Italian Renaissance. During his lifetime he attracted the attention of a variety of wealthy patrons who commissioned him both to make unique art pieces and to carry out tasks in other fields, such as reinforcing city fortifications. His most famous works are The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, the latter of which was the subject of centuries of speculation regarding the subject of the portrait. He also developed innovative new painting techniques such as sfumato, pyramidal composition and atmospheric perspective, all of which influenced the emergence of new artistic styles in the following centuries.In this book, you will learn about:* The artistic and historical context of 15th-century Italy* Da Vinci's main works, including his famous masterpiece the Mona Lisa* His influence on future generations of artists, scientists and inventorsABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Find out everything you need to know about the life and work of Gustav Klimt in just 50 minutes with this straightforward and engaging guide!Gustav Klimt was one of the most influential artists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and helped to revolutionise art in his native Austria through his leading role in the Viennese Secession movement. Works such as The Kiss are instantly recognisable due to their use of gold leaf; along with elements such as the use of mosaics, the incorporation of allegory into his work and the overt sensuality of his female figures, this helped to inaugurate a new, less conventional style of art in Europe. Although some of Klimt's work caused a scandal and was dismissed as "e;pornographic"e; when it was first produced, his paintings were lauded abroad, and a number of them are now widely recognised as masterpieces.In this book, you will learn about:* The artistic landscape of 19th-century Austria and the emergence of the Vienna Secession* Klimt's main works, including his iconic painting The Kiss, and the reception they received* His influence on later artists, including Egon Schiele and Friedensreich HundertwasserABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | Art & LiteratureThe Art & Literature series from the 50Minutes collection aims to introduce readers to the figures and movements that have shaped our culture over the centuries. Our guides are written by experts in their field and each feature a full biography, an introduction to the relevant social, political and historical context, and a thorough discussion and analysis of the key works of each artist, writer or movement, making them the ideal starting point for busy readers looking for a quick way to broaden their cultural horizons.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life and career of Marie Curie in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the life and work of Marie Curie, whose pioneering work on radioactivity revolutionised our understanding of the nature of matter and paved the way for innovative new treatments of cancer and various other illnesses. With Nobel Prizes in physics (1903) and chemistry (1911), Curie overcame both sexism in the overwhelmingly male scientific world and xenophobia after moving to France from her native Poland to carve out a place for herself at the forefront of scientific research. Her tenacity, intellectual brilliance and determination to use her discoveries to develop new medical treatments through the Radium Institute make her a role model for individuals of all nationalities, genders and walks of life.In just 50 minutes you will:* Learn about Curie's groundbreaking work on radioactivity and its applications* Gain an understanding of the historical, social and scientific context in which she was working* Discover her incredible legacy as both a pioneering scientist and a woman in a male-dominated fieldABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life and career of Coco Chanel in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the work of the iconic French fashion designer Coco Chanel. Chanel entered the fashion world at a time when most designers were men and womenswear was impractical and restrictive, but before long women across France were clamouring to get their hands on her comfortable yet elegant designs, which made use of looser cuts, removing the need for corsets, and new fabrics such as jersey. She also branched out into jewellery design, cosmetics and perfume, allowing her to fund her haute couture collections and paving the way for the business model of modern fashion brands. As an independent woman, innovative designer and brilliant entrepreneur, Coco Chanel changed the world of fashion forever.In just 50 minutes you will:* Find out about the young Gabrielle Chanel's tireless efforts to work her way out of the poverty she was born into* Discover her greatest successes as a designer and the head of her own fashion empire, including her many stores and the launch of her Chanel No. 5 perfume* Learn about her darker moments, namely her collaboration with the Nazis, and her return to fashion later in lifeABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.

Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Saint Thomas Aquinas in next to no time with this concise guide.50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the life, work and ideas of the medieval philosopher Thomas Aquinas. Unlike many of his influential predecessors, Aquinas believed that reason and faith are not separate and incompatible, but rather are two ways of attaining knowledge of God. He was a prolific commentator on the Bible and the writings of Aristotle, and some of his works, including in particular his masterpiece the Summa theologiae, continue to form the basis of Catholic doctrine over 700 years after his death. In many ways, Aquinas was far ahead of his time: his views on personal and political morality emphasised the importance of individual freedom, and even paved the way for later democratic and secular ideas. He was canonised in 1323 and made a Doctor of the Church in 1567.In just 50 minutes you will:* Learn about the intellectual context in which Aquinas was working and the earlier philosophers who influenced his writings* Discover Aquinas's main works, including the Summa theologiae and the Summa contra gentiles, and the key ideas of Thomist thought* Understand the continuing influence of Aquinas's work within the Catholic ChurchABOUT 50MINUTES.COM | History & Culture50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.