My Books
Practical guidance for navigating everyday life with conviction.
Books That Meet You Where You Are
Each book in this collection is born from personal experience, extensive research, and a commitment to creating resources that truly help. Whether you're navigating faith transitions, managing mental health challenges, exploring natural wellness, understanding technology, or seeking tools for intentional living, these titles offer compassionate guidance without judgment. They're written not as distant instruction manuals but as conversations with someone who understands the complexities of life's journey. Browse the collection below and find the book that speaks to your current needs.
Nature's Pharmacy: Growing and Using Medicinal Plants
Step into the world of natural healing and herbal wisdom with Nature's Pharmacy. This beautifully crafted guide is your companion to growing, harvesting, and using medicinal plants, whether you're cultivating a lush garden or a modest windowsill collection. Inside you'll discover step-by-step gardening techniques for any space, sustainable and organic practices that nurture your plants and respect the environment, and in-depth herb profiles highlighting medicinal uses, preparation methods, and safety tips. Rooted in tradition and supported by modern science, Nature's Pharmacy is more than a book; it's a call to reconnect with the earth and take charge of your wellness journey.
Buzzing with Purpose is a heartfelt journey into the world of backyard beekeeping, guided by Ivette Smith's passion that began in her grandfather's garden. Part memoir, part practical guide, this inspiring book offers readers a unique blend of personal storytelling and hands-on advice. From setting up your first urban apiary to understanding bee behavior, harvesting honey, and ensuring sustainable hive health, Smith shares wisdom for every season of beekeeping. With a warm and accessible tone, Buzzing with Purpose is ideal for beginners, nature lovers, and gardeners alike.
Buzzing with Purpose: The Art and Science of Beekeeping
Do you wish to finally turn the page and start living a life full of growth, joy, and balance? The Little Book of Self-Help isn't just another guide filled with overused cliches and unattainable promises. Instead, it's a science-backed roadmap designed to guide you through your unique journey, giving you the practical tools to overcome deep-seated habits, manage life's stressors, and cultivate a growth mindset. The answer lies in its personalized approach, designed to resonate with your unique story and equipped with practical activities that allow you to implement strategies aligned with your specific needs.
The Little Book of Self-Help: Sorting Out the Big Questions
Ageless Aging: Embrace Aging with Purpose
Have you ever found yourself fatigued and stressed, wishing you could unlock your youth again? Are you anxious about the physical and mental changes that come with aging? Perhaps you worry about lost opportunities and wonder if it's still possible to age healthily, even in your 30s or 40s, or beyond. Growing older doesn't mean surrendering vitality or resilience. Aging is not a downhill slide but a journey rich with opportunities and growth.
The Bipolar Journey by Ivette Smith is a comprehensive guide aimed at individuals diagnosed with bipolar disorder, as well as their loved ones. Drawing from her personal experience of over 30 years living with the condition, Smith provides practical strategies for managing daily life, self-care, and overcoming stigma. The book offers insights into the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for bipolar disorder, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and personalized care. With humor and empathy, Smith aims to empower readers to live boldly and resiliently despite the challenges of bipolar disorder.
The Bipolar Journey: Practical Strategies for Daily Life, Self-Care, Overcoming Stigma and Living BOLDLY
The Bipolar Journey: Workbook Companion
The Bipolar Journey: Workbook Companion is a compassionate, interactive guide designed to empower individuals living with bipolar disorder. Created by Ivette Smith, this workbook provides a structured yet gentle space for reflection, understanding, and growth. Through thoughtful prompts, real-world coping tools, and personalized exercises, readers can explore mood patterns, recognize triggers, manage relationships, plan for crises, and cultivate self-care routines that truly work. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have lived with bipolar disorder for years, this workbook helps you build awareness, resilience, and self-compassion.
On Being a Woman: Trials, Tribulations, and Triumphs
The history of womanhood is not just a series of events but a rich and varied landscape filled with contradictions and surprises. Women have been queens, warriors, mothers, mystics, pioneers, and rebels. They have faced immense challenges and celebrated remarkable victories. Yet, their stories are often overshadowed by the dominant narratives of history. Despite centuries of progress, the glass ceiling isn't quite shattered, and the double standards in workplaces are as thick as ever.
The Dark Web and Scams: A Guide for Personal Cybersecurity
The Dark Web and Scams by Ivette Ibarra Smith is an in-depth guide to understanding the dark web and various cyber scams, aiming to improve personal cybersecurity. The book covers several topics, starting with an exploration of the dark web, demystifying its role as both a space for illegal activities and a haven for privacy-focused individuals such as journalists and whistleblowers. The book details key technologies like VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and I2P (Invisible Internet Project), which allow users to navigate the internet more securely and anonymously. The final chapters touch on broader issues, such as the business of data brokers and the ethical and legal challenges in cybersecurity, before concluding with future predictions in the ever-evolving world of cyber threats.
Practical Wellness Collection
Transform your life with Practical Wellness Collection, a powerful bundle of wisdom and actionable strategies designed to enhance well-being, productivity, and personal growth. Combining scientific insights with compassionate guidance, Ivette Smith offers a comprehensive roadmap for a balanced, fulfilling life. This collection features Self-Help Essentials with practical advice on building habits, overcoming procrastination, and cultivating a growth mindset to unlock your full potential. It also includes Quick Personal Growth Strategies with concise tips for mastering time management, nurturing relationships, and overcoming challenges, tailored for busy lives.
Cracks In The Foundation: Dealing With Doubt In Your Faith
Cracks in the Foundation: A Journey Through Faith and Doubt by Ivette Smith is a profound exploration of faith's fragility, resilience, and transformation. Combining heartfelt personal narratives, deep philosophical insights, and practical strategies, this book guides readers through the intricate dance between belief and doubt. From the intimate struggles of questioning long-held beliefs to the exhilaration of rediscovering spiritual independence, Ivette invites readers into a space of honesty, empathy, and self-reflection. Drawing on diverse cultural, historical, and spiritual frameworks, this book is a companion for anyone navigating the uncertainties of faith transitions, seeking solace in their questions, or yearning to rebuild a meaningful spiritual foundation.
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