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Book SynopsisPleasure is one of the most fascinating aspects of being human. But what is it?Exploring child development, philosophy, neuroscience and behavioural economics, Paul Bloom uncovers how universal habits explain what we like and why we like it.The average Briton spends over a day a week watching television. People slow their cars to look at gory accidents and go to sentimental movies that make them cry. Some men pay good money to be spanked by prostitutes.In this revealing and witty account, Paul Bloom examines the science behind these curious desires, attractions and tastes, exploring one of the most fascinating and fundamental engines of human behaviour.How Pleasure Works has one of the best discussions I''ve read of why art is pleasurable, why it matters to us, and why it moves us so' Daniel Levitin, author of This Is Your Brain on MusicTrade ReviewThe book inside is an even better book than the one the title promises... Bloom is a superb writer. His gift is in writing beautifully but plainly, and anticipating everything a reader will need to know in order to appreciate the point he will ultimately make...it was a great pleasure to read * Globe and Mail (Canada) *Paul Bloom is among the deepest thinkers and clearest writers in the science of mind today. He has a knack for coming up with genuinely new insights about mental life...and making them seem second nature through vivid examples and lucid explanations -- Steven PinkerBloom is a serious professional who knows his stuff -- Michael Bywater * Literary Review *Thoughtful and entertaining * Times Literary Supplement *Bloom's book is different from the slew already out there about happiness. No advice here about how to become happier by organising your closets; Bloom is after something deeper than the mere stuff of feeling good -- Robin Heniq * The Scotsman *

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Book SynopsisIn this Freak ''how-to'' guide, the mavericks behind the Freakonomics phenomenon teach you their secrets: how to challenge conventional wisdom, unravel life''s secret codes and think differently - that is, think like a Freak. Levitt and Dubner see the world like no-one else. Now you can too.''My gut reaction to this life-changing book is Where have you been all my life? You will turn pages with delight'' Jeffery Taylor, Sunday Express''Captivating, intellectually robust, funny, surprising and wise. What else can one ask?'' Daniel Finkelstein, The Times ''Illuminating, good fun, endearing, genial ... I was delighted'' Philip Roscoe, The Times Higher Education''It''s about how to look at the world, and see the ugly truth ... excellent stuff'' William Leith, Spectator''A phenomenon ... their approach has won them a cult following'' ObserverTrade ReviewThink Like a Freak is not a book about how to understand magic tricks. That's what Dubner and Levitt's first two books - Freakonomics and SuperFreakonomics - were about. It's about the attitude we need to take towards the tricks and the problems that the world throws at us. Dubner and Levitt have a set of prescriptions about what that attitude comes down to, but at its root it comes down to putting yourself in the mind of the child, gazing upwards at the double lift: free yourself from expectations, be prepared for a really really simple explanation, and let your attention wander from time to time . . . Utterly captivating -- Malcolm Gladwell (author of Blink)

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Book Synopsis''If you''re someone who dreams of penning a bestseller, read this book'' The Week''What if the success of E.L.James and Dan Brown was not so random? What if there were an algorithm that could pick out the bestseller DNA concealed within these books before they''re published? This is the audacious claim made by Jodie Archer and Matthew Jockers ... Smart, savvy and full of ideas'' Fiona Wilson, The TimesGirl on the Train. Fifty Shades. The Goldfinch. Why do some books capture the whole world''s attention? In The Bestseller Code, Archer and Jockers boldly claim that not only can mega-hits be explained and identified - but they''ve built the algorithm to prove it. Using cutting-edge text mining techniques, they have developed a model that analyses theme, plot, style and character to explain why some books resonate more than others with readers. Provocative, entertaining, and ground-breaking, The Bestseller Code explo

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Book SynopsisI Am Right, You Are Wrong is THE classic work about choice in business and in life from world-renowned writer and philosopher Edward de Bono.Most of our everyday decision-making tends to be confrontational. Whether in large meetings, one-to-one or even in our own heads, opposite view points are pitted against each other. Ultimately, there must be a winner and a loser.In I Am Right,You Are Wrong, lateral-thinking guru Edward de Bono challenges this ''rock logic'' of rigid categories and point-scoring arguments which is both destructive and exhausting.Instead he reveals how we can all be winners. Clearer perception is the key to constructive thinking and more open-minded creativity.In overturning conventional wisdom, Edward de Bono will help you to become a better thinker and decision maker.''An inspiring man with brilliant ideas. De Bono never ceases to amaze with his clarity of thought'' Sir Richard BransonTrade ReviewAn inspiring man with brilliant ideas. De Bono never ceases to amaze with his clarity of thought. -- Richard Branson

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Book SynopsisTRUST IS FUNDAMENTAL TO EVERY ACTION, EVERY RELATIONSHIP, EVERY TRANSACTIONAND IT MATTERS NOW MORE THAN EVER BEFORE...In this ground-breaking book world-renowned trust expert Rachel Botsman reveals that we are at the tipping point of one of the biggest social transformations in human history. We might have lost faith in institutions and leaders, but millions of people travel in cars with total strangers, exchange digital currencies, or find themselves trusting a bot. We still trust: but not the way we used to.If we are to benefit from this radical shift, we must understand how trust is built, managed, lost and repaired in the digital age. In the first book to explain this new world, Botsman provides a definitive guide of this uncharted landscape - and explores what''s next for humanity.''Brilliantly describes how the established trust framework is undergoing a radical transformation as digital technologies take root in every fTrade ReviewBeautifully-written . . . the thesis is completely compelling. This is an important book -- Andy Haldane, Chief Economist, Bank of EnglandThis is that admirable and all too rare book that gives you "an idea to think with" that helps to put new things in place: from Brexit, Donald Trump, and Blockchain to Facebook and your discontents. Who Can You Trust is a primer for a new world that sets you up to be a better citizen, consumer, and parent. In the new world of decentralized trust you need to think about who you trust, why you trust, and what that really means for what kind of new society we are building. A beautifully written, clear eyed book...I learned so much. About so many things I wanted to know. So quickly -- Sherry Turkle * Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology, MIT, and author of Alone Together *Profound . . . will cause you to think deeply about your business, your relationships and your life -- Don Tapscott, bestselling author of 16 books, including 'Blockchain Revolution'Trust affects everything - from neighbourliness and shopping to democracy. This fascinating and well-researched study of the shifting tides of trust shows both the power of new technological solutions and the often surprising problems they bring in their wake. Every reader will gain new insights into one of the great issues of our time -- Geoff Mulgan, Chief Executive, NESTAA timely and accessible framework for understanding what trust is, how it works, why it matters and how it is evolving. It is an important primer to the obstacles and opportunities we face as a society if we are to repair and redefine trust across socioeconomic, political and cultural divides. The stakes are high. -- Rebecca MacKinnon * Washington Post *Extremely thought-provoking . . . a must-read for anyone interested in how the world works - and will work in the future -- Will Dean, co-founder and CEO of Tough MudderSome people can educate and others can entertain; in Who Can You Trust, Rachel Botsman does both. Read it for insight or escape as it takes you on both journeys -- John Eales, most successful captain in the history of Australian rugbyThrilling. Brilliantly exposes the central paradox of the IT revolution - that it connects us while keeping us apart. Rachel Botsman encourages us to take responsibility for the kind of world we want to live in, and to preserve society's most fragile asset: trust -- Hugh Mackay, Social Scientist and best-selling author of sixteen booksTimely, lucid and beautifully written. This is one of the most important books you'll read this year -- Richard Glover, Columnist, Sydney Morning Herald, ABC Radio BroadcasterThis book perfectly walks the reader through the past, present, and future of trust as we know it. Rachel Botsman's expertise on this topic is unmatched. It's an absolute must-read for business leaders and everyday consumers alike -- Nick Shapiro, Global Head of Trust & Risk Management, Airbnb and former Deputy CIA Deputy Chief of StaffBotsman rightly challenges us in this new era to ask the compelling questions about who, why and how we trust. Highly recommended -- Tim Costello, CEO World Vision AustraliaIn Rachel Botsman's capable hands, the concept of 'trust' - and its changing shape over the ages - becomes clear and accessible. Utterly compelling -- Dr Simon Longstaff, Executive Director of the Ethics CentreSharp, penetrating, and obsessively researched, this book will open your eyes to a phenomenon that is as important as it is impossible to ignore. -- Leigh Gallagher, Senior Editor, FortuneAn absorbing, story-filled narrative that will leave readers with a new understanding of the phenomenon that drives life in our digital age * Kirkus Reviews *A sharp, thoughtful, sometimes-surprising account of how we build trust with strangers now. * Kirkus Reviews *In a time when people are doubting experts, suspicious of the media, and losing faith in government and business, Rachel Botsman is here with a lucid analysis of what it takes to build and rebuild trust. Trust me: this is a book you need to read -- Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of GIVE AND TAKE, ORIGINALS, and OPTION B with Sheryl SandbergRachel Botsman's eye-opening, timely book delves into the unfolding crisis of trust spreading throughout the world. She brilliantly describes how the established trust framework is undergoing a radical transformation as digital technologies take root in every facet of our lives. Read this book and you'll be ready for a revolution in trust that rewrites the rules of human interaction -- Marc Benioff, Chairman & CEO, SalesforceBook of the Month -- October * Financial Times *This is a book that every adult reader should pick up to gain some perspective on how reliant we have become on technology, and how we can afford to approach it with more skepticism * The Literary Journal Review *Botsman has found a rich theme here and a fascinating way of interpreting the technological change * Wall Street Journal *Top 10 Business Bestseller * 800 CEO Read *Top 5 Tech Book of the Year * WIRED *In her witty new book technology author and TED celebrity Rachel Botsman tells us why it did not work. Who Can You Trust? reveals some deep truths * Spectator *Botsman guides the reader on an enjoyable accessible, but cautiously skeptical, tour through this hugely transformative, but barely recognized, shift in our sometimes-irrational approach to trust * Winnipeg Free Press *As Botsman drives deeper and darker, she sheds more and more light, her book [is] rapidly becoming brilliant * Dialogue *

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Book SynopsisIn this new edition of his landmark book, Richard Layard shows that there is a paradox at the heart of our lives. Most people want more income. Yet as societies become richer, they do not become happier. This is not just anecdotally true, it is the story told by countless pieces of scientific research. We now have sophisticated ways of measuring how happy people are, and all the evidence shows that on average people have grown no happier in the last fifty years, even as average incomes have more than doubled. In fact, the First World has more depression, more alcoholism and more crime than fifty years ago. This paradox is true of Britain, the United States, continental Europe, and Japan. What is going on? Now fully revised and updated to include developments since first publication, Layard answers his critics in what is still the key book in ''happiness studies''.Trade ReviewUnorthodox, devastatingly straightforward and more provocative of actual thought than 90% of books said to be "thought-provoking". If happiness isn't a political issue, what's the point of politics? -- Andrew MarrA remarkable book ... which effectively trashes the claim of economics to guide policy for a good society ... read it, and take heart -- Simon Caulkin * Observer *Fascinating ... argues that we should make happiness, not growth, the object of our economic policies -- John Kay * Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisNic Peeling recently retired from his managerial position with Qinetic. He is a research scientist by background and is the author of the bestselling book Brilliant Manager. This book is the result of Nic's mission to bring together personal experiences and the latest research into one entertaining and easy to read book, packed with the kind of information, help and advice he just couldn't find when he was retiring.Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction 1 Preparing for retirement 2 Adjusting to retirement 3 Money matters 4 Your state of mind 5 Managing your health 6 Relationships 7 Maintaining your independence

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Book SynopsisRichard Templar is the author of the international bestselling Rules books. Over 2 million people around the world have enjoyed and now play by Richard Templar's Rules. The complete list of titles is as follows: Rules of Life, Rules of Work, Rules of Management, Rules of Wealth, Rules of Parenting, Rules of Love and the latest bestseller, The Rules to Break.Table of ContentsIntroduction Know what you’re eating Know what you should be eating It’s a mindset You have to want to lose weight Understand why you eat Only eat when you’re hungry Ask yourself why Change your habits Set goals Keep a diary Think positive Stand up straight Use affirmations Eat only in public Don’t eat mindlessly Don’t listen to the voice of doughnuts Don’t believe the myths Spot the trigger Spot the trigger (again) Reward yourself Think half full Pretend to finish the packet Meet the family Tell your parents where to get off Expect fluctuations Live on credit, not debt Look at your assumptions Go on a part-time diet Use practical ploys Don’t eat less, eat differently If you’re going to have a second helping, don’t have the first one Buy a smaller plate Don’t finish it off If you can’t resist temptation, avoid it Count to ten Always shop on a full stomach You can eat when you like… …but be careful Always put food on a plate Don’t buy food you don’t like Check which snacks are actually high calorie Keep healthy snacks in the house Don’t keep unhealthy snacks Make it a ritual Stop! Use stronger food Eat low cal Be label smart Grill, don’t fry Get your vegetables in proportion Vegetables first Give up potatoes Never eat anything bigger than your fist Hands off the kids’ leftovers Find something to do with your hands Distract yourself Snack as you cook Drink more Drink less Avoid diet drinks Take food to work Carry emergency rations Weigh yourself Switch off Get more sleep Don’t get hungry Eat ahead Eat more slowly Pause between courses Eat with a teaspoon Eat more fibre Drink your food Eat little and often Watch those portions Always check the packet Divide your cheese Portion out snacks Recognise 100 calories Find a shortcut Show two fingers to cake Cut down snack portions Don’t try to match Eat less, do more East less, do more Know how much you're burning Get off the bus Walk faster Get a pedometer Make everyday life more energetic Mind how you party Eat before you go Say no to nibbles Be last at the table Have two starters Dressing on the side Leave something on your plate Share the pudding round Rehearse saying no Cook your own Limit the alcohol Don’t give up on yourself

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Book SynopsisAnnie Lionnet is a professional life coach with many years' experience in both coaching and personal development. She runs affordable Life Coaching (www.affordablelifecoaching.org), an organisation which provides one-to-one coaching for both personal and professional development. Annie is also a professional astrologer and tutor for the faculty of astrological Studies. She has a busy practice in both London and the west Country and runs workshops worldwide. She has published books on life coaching, astrology and the tarot and has a passionate interest in helping others to empower themselves and live to their fullest potential. She is also author of another Brilliant title: Brilliant Life Coach. Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Foreword Introduction Chapter One: Prepare for your journey: how do you begin to transform your life? Chapter Two: Find out what you really want Chapter Three: Create a positive mindset and overcome your fears Chapter Four: Be true to yourself Chapter Five: Find your spirit of adventure Chapter Six: Find your true talents and create your goals Chapter Seven: How to make the right choice Chapter Eight: Visualise and positively affirm your future Chapter Nine: Create a space for your new life and take the first step Chapter Ten: How to stay motivated Chapter Eleven: Enjoy your journey Chapter Twelve: Congratulate yourself on reaching your destination

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Book SynopsisRana Conway is a registered public health nutritionist, specialising in healthy eating for pregnancy, infants and young children. She has a PhD for her research into the diets of pregnant women and regularly lectures on diet and nutrition to medical students, midwives and trainee dieticians. Rana is currently the nutrition expert for Practical Parenting magazine and writes for the National Childbirth Trust.Table of ContentsAbout the author Acknowledgements How to have a healthy vegetarian pregnancy Preparing for pregnancy Planning a healthy diet A healthy weight gain for pregnancy Foods and drinks to avoid and those you don’t need to Getting enough iron and avoiding anaemia Other essential vitamins and minerals Omega 3 fatty acids – what’s all the fuss about? Should I take supplements? Common complaints and how to deal with them Breastfeeding – the best diet for you and your baby Resources Index

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Book SynopsisA brilliant portrait of the human mind and the extraordinary potential within every one of us, by real-life Rain-Man and bestselling author of Born On A Blue Day.Trade ReviewEntertaining and informative about an impressive range of subjects . . . EMBRACING THE WIDE SKY is fun and inspirational * FT Weekend *Packed with his clear summaries of fascinating experiments . . . Recent debate has bumped up this book from delightful to vital * Daily Telegraph *Far from a one-dimensional prodigy, his is a rich multi-textured intelligence. A beautiful mind. * Scotsman Magazine *truly fascinating * Guardian *Packed with fascinating new brain research . . . an ambitious book, written by a remarkable man * BBC Focus magazine *Tammet puts his exceptional abilities to work in his book Embracing the Wide Sky... Tammet's lucid writing makes his book both informative and entertaining. * Courier Mail *Displaying that he is not just one-dimensional with his genius, Tammet's book is a fine example of his goal to share his brilliant knowledge with the world to inspire and encourage...a thoughtful and highly informative read. * The China Post *

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Book SynopsisSunday Times Book of the YearThis is a book about what it feels like to be exceptional - and what it takes to get there. Why can some people achieve greatness when others can''t, no matter how hard they try? What are the secrets of long life and happiness? Just how much potential does our species have?In this inspirational book, New Scientist Managing Editor Rowan Hooper takes us on a tour of the peaks of human achievement. We sit down with some of the world''s finest minds, from a Nobel-prize winning scientist to a double Booker-prize winning author; we meet people whose power of focus has been the difference between a world record and death; we learn from international opera stars; we go back in time with memory champions, and we explore the transcendent experience of ultrarunners. We meet people who have rebounded from near-death, those who have demonstrated exceptional bravery, and those who have found happiness in the most unexpected ways.Drawing on interviews with a wide range of superhumans as well as those who study them, Hooper assesses the science of peak potential, reviewing the role of genetics alongside the famed 10,000 hours of practice.For anyone who ever felt that they might be able to do something extraordinary in life, for those who simply want to succeed, and for anyone interested in incredible human stories, Superhuman is a must-read.Trade ReviewFascinating, timely and very well put together . . . The range of human activities, and abilities, covered in Rowan Hooper's study is astonishing and inspiring. It's a reminder of the incomparable adaptability that evolution has brought about in the human body and mind, and I found myself frequently wondering: what else are we capable of? How much further can we reach? And not least: how can we make sure the human race survives long enough for all our potential to unfold? The whole study is enthralling -- Philip PullmanThis is a scream, in several ways: it's highly entertaining, but it's kind of painful to realise I will never be superhuman. Dang, eh? -- Margaret Atwood, bestselling author of The Handmaid’s Tale, on TwitterSuperhuman is an incredibly readable and endlessly interesting book. Perhaps most importantly, it is an inspiring book -- Christopher Kemp * Science *Rowan Hooper's book corrals humans who are the best at things we revere, such as intelligence, musical ability, bravery and endurance, plus the things that matter the most, longevity and happiness. He sought achievers from all over the world and asked them why and how . . . The result is terrifically entertaining. Hooper is the managing editor of New Scientist magazine and that precious thing, an easy, fluent, funny scientist (evolutionary biology in his case). From an armchair this is spectacularly enjoyable. Hooper is an amiable, jaunty companion who explores the science of extreme human achievement - a mix of environment, practice, genetics, psychology and passion. The message from this upbeat, clever, feel good book is that all of us have greater capacity than we realise. I finished the book inspired -- Melanie Reid * The Times *For his new book, Superhuman, Rowan Hooper has travelled the world meeting people who are the best in a range of coveted traits . . . The book details conversations with people who have reached the peak of human potential in happiness, focus, resilience, sleep, ageing, language, bravery and much more - and lays out the scientific studies that back up their experiences . . . Rowan found the people he met, like Ellen MacArthur, explained time and time again in different words that you can overcome any obstacles if you have a burning passion and a goal to strive towards. Find a 'why' and you'll find a way -- Niamh Horan * Irish Sunday Independent *In this excellent book, Hooper seeks out the highest achievers in myriad fields and also the scientists studying human capability to reframe the old debate: it's never genes or environment, it is always both things, together * New Scientist *This fascinating book reveals what it takes to be superhuman . . . as an evolutionary biologist, Hooper is persuasive in arguing that the genetic element in extreme performance is generally underestimated -- Dominic Lawson * Daily Mail *In this highly readable and well-researched book, Rowan Hooper, an evolutionary biologist by training, sets out to "demystify people at the extremes" of everything from intelligence to running to sleeping. As promoted in a recent spate of popular books, one appealing account of success says that all that really distinguishes highly accomplished people from the rest of us is the environment: having the opportunity and resources to pursue a dream. Nurture certainly does play an important role in success, but as Hooper explains in engaging detail in Superhuman, drawing on insightful interviews with people at the peak of success to illustrate, it is becoming increasingly clear from scientific research on expert performance that there is more to the story. Genetic makeup not only underpins basic abilities and capacities that bear on complex skills - it influences the environments that we seek out and create for ourselves. Superhuman will help shift the debate about the origins of exceptional performance beyond an anachronistic nature vs. nurture perspective and towards a recognition that it no longer even make sense to try to separate these two types of influence. The book is essential reading for anyone who has marvelled at exceptional human performance and wondered what explains it -- Zach Hambrick, professor of cognitive psychology and director of the Expertise Lab, Michigan State UniversityHaven't read a book so simultaneously inspiring and geekily fascinating in ages -- Emma Hooper, author of Our Homesick Songs and Etta and Otto and Russell and JamesAt one level this is science writing as freak show: Hooper tracks down people who run insane distances (seven consecutive marathons, for instance, at roughly three hours per marathon), remain unimaginably alert (from F1 drivers to Zen monks), memorise pi to umpteen places, and so on. But underneath the highly entertaining cor blimeys he is investigating something serious and timely: the controversial relationship between genes and environment, and the physiological, intellectual, genetic and ethical limits of being human -- James McConnachie * Sunday Times *We all want to be superhuman, and that dream has been a common element in science-fiction works. Yet what is less well known is the fact that superhumans are already among us, and they are more amazing than the aliens or superheros depicted in comics. They inspire us and may even drive the future evolution of our species. Rowan Hooper vividly tells the stories of superhumans, and explains the science behind them. The book has surprised and inspired me, and I hope you will feel the same -- Liu Cixin

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Book Synopsis''A thoughtful and surprisingly emotional account of our complex relationship with stuff ... If you don''t want your possessions to possess you, then this is a book you must read'' Graham AllcottWhen you get clear about why your clutter is holding you back, you can finally let it go and create the home you love.Our homes have fascinating stories to tell. The spaces we inhabit and the objects within them reflect many aspects of our lives and our inner selves. In The Secret Life of Clutter, ten intimate and touching stories take you on a profound journey as people discover what their cluttered homes reveal about their lives, and make life-changing shifts when they start to let go and move on. The secret to creating a calm and nurturing home is to uncover the psychological reasons that lie beneath your clutter, and to understand that what is blocking you in your home and your life is often the key to moving forwards. Unlocking some of the meTrade ReviewA thoughtful and surprisingly emotional account of our complex relationship with stuff. It's a love letter to clarity and a recognition that when we make the decisions that create more physical space, we often create mental headspace and momentum in our lives too. If you don't want your possessions to possess you, then this is a book you must read -- Graham Allcott, author of HOW TO BE A PRODUCTIVITY NINJATending to your home can also be a profound way of tending to your inner space. In THE SECRET LIFE OF CLUTTER, Helen Sanderson tells wonderful, moving, and inspiring stories of people whose blocked homes mirrored a blockage in their life. A beautiful read, filled with compassion and understanding, it helps guide you to parts of yourself that may be forgotten or buried under stuff, so you can bring your home and your life into harmony -- Jamie Catto, author of INSANELY GIFTED

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Book SynopsisTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''Anna''s wise, uplifting and refreshingly honest words are what every woman needs to read right now'' Fearne CottonYour worth never changed. Your awareness of it did.A strong understanding of self-worth is crucial to living an authentic and fulfilling life, yet so many of us have lost that sense of who we truly are and what we are worthy of. On the surface, this may look like low confidence, imposter syndrome, chronic busy-ness, exhaustion, overwhelm, fear or anxiety, but at the core, it''s low self-worth.In her second book, Sunday Times bestselling author and psychotherapist Anna Mathur will set you on a journey towards greater self-worth. Anna will use her personal and professional insight to guide you to a place of balance that will allow you to recognise and appreciate your self-worth, build your self-esteem, grow in confidence and worry less about what oth

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Book SynopsisThis international bestseller shows why the Danes are happy and how we can be too.Trade Review"In this inspiring and well-researched book, by exploring ten pillars of Danish life—from the importance of trust to the value of downtime—Malene Rydahl documents the values, habits, and attitudes that have allowed Danes to live happy and fulfilling lives." -- Arianna Huffington"A praise of happiness in our daily lives." -- Vanity Fair

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Book SynopsisA new framework for maintaining mental health and well-being.Trade Review"[E]xtremely informative and helpful, providing deep insights into the process of mindful awareness….timely and useful." -- Journal of Clinical Psychiatry"Siegel has both a meticulous understanding of the roles of different parts of the brain and an intimate relationship with mindfulness. . . . [I]nsightful proposals, bolstered by preliminary research data, for how mindful awareness might engage parts of the brain in novel ways and lead to permanent neurological changes. His speculations are interesting in and of themselves, and they also may provide neuroscientists with ideas for experiments that could test the effects of mindfulness on the brain. . . . [A]n exciting glimpse of into an uncharted territory of neuroscience." -- Scientific American Mind

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Book SynopsisOffers a warm and often humorous guide for coping with bipolar loved ones, colleagues, and friendsFeatures a wealth of helpful strategies and coping mechanisms that can be put into action immediatelyIncludes guidance on the best options for treatment, including discussion of when is medication a good idea and when isn't it.Trade ReviewMental health columnist Lowe and Cohen (psychiatry, Harvard Univ.) team up to address the needs and concerns of those who are involved with someone who has bipolar disorder. They use nontechnical language to describe all aspects of diagnosis, treatment options, and day-to-day issues. Numerous vignettes of couples, told from the nonbipolar partner's point of view, personalize the narrative and also make clear how varied the symptoms, whether behavioral or emotional, can be. Specific advice is offered on communicating with family, friends, and work colleagues; developing a professional and nonprofessional support system; and navigating the impact of this disease on work and personal life. There is also an extensive reading list appended, and resources appropriate to the topic at hand are integrated into the text. Verdict: This offers practical help to those living with or related to a person who is or might be suffering from bipolar disorder. A guide on the nitty-gritty details of managing a relationship and a life, with a hefty dose of encouragement thrown in, this has lots of excellent resources for all aspects of diagnosis, treatment, communication, and coping.—Paula McMillen, Univ. of Nevada, Las Vegas (Library Journal, January 29, 2010)Table of ContentsPreface ix Introduction xiii Part One Understanding Bipolar Disorder 1 1 What Is (and Isn’t) Bipolar Disorder? 3 2 A Brief, Colorful History (and Some Science) of Bipolar Disorder 19 3 Getting an Accurate Diagnosis 35 4 Understanding Medication 53 5 Understanding Psychosocial Therapies and Medical Treatment Options 71 Part Two Living with Your Partner 87 6 Building a Support Team 89 7 Bipolar Disorders and the Workplace 107 8 Communication and Coping Skills 127 9 Coping with Negative and Dangerous Behaviors 147 10 Sex, Intimacy, and Relationship Issues 161 11 Suicide Attempts, Hospitalization, and Commitment 177 12 Family Matters 193 Appendix: Excerpts from the DSM-IV-TR Diagnostic Criteria for Bipolar Disorder 209 Notes 233 Resources 237 About the Authors 245 Index 247

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Book SynopsisPraise for Adversity Quotient. "With AQ, Paul Stoltz has done something remarkable: He synthesizes some of the most important information on how we influence our own future and then offers a profound set of observations which teaches us how to thrive in a fast-changing world!"-Joel Barker, President, Infinity, LTD, author of Paradigm Shift.Trade Review"Why do some people prevail where others despair? The difference lies in their 'adversity quotients.' An adversity quotient is a measure of how well someone handles bad news, said Paul Stoltz, who coined the term."-Seattle Post-Intelligencer,August 21, 1998 "Many (employers) in the work force are looking to the newly designated AQ, or adversity quotient...to get the results they want..."-Washington Post No. 7 on the Denver Post Business List, September 27, 1998. "Paul Stoltz has done something remarkable: He synthesizes some of the most important information on how we influence our future and then offers a profound set of observations which teach us how to thrive in a fast-changing world."-Joel Barker, President, Infinity, LTD, Author of Paradigm ShiftTable of ContentsPART ONE THRIVING IN THE AGE OF ADVERSITYCHAPTER 1 A New View of Success 3 The Ascent—Redefining Success 5 The Fundamental Question of Human Effectiveness 5 What Is AQ? 6 The Mountain—Ascending toward Success 13 The Adversity Dilemma 27 The Tree of Success 29 Adversity Quotient 34 CHAPTER 2 The Age of Adversity 37 Three Levels of Adversity 38 How Did It Get So Bad? 44 Four Dangerous Forks in the Trail to the Top 46 A Safer Path 52 CHAPTER 3 The Science of AQ 53 The Three Building Blocks of Your AQ 53 PART TWO MEASURING AND UNDERSTANDING YOUR AQ CHAPTER 4 The Adversity Response Profile™: Measuring Your AQ and Your Ability to Climb 87 Validity and Reliability 88 The Adversity Response Profile (ARP) Quick Take™ 88 CHAPTER 5 Interpreting Your Adversity Quotient and Your Power to Ascend 101 The AQ Continuum 104 Interpreting Your Overall AQ 104 The CO2RE Dimensions of Your AQ 106 Graphing Your CO2RE 125 Life in the Middle: A Moderate CO2RE Profile 137 Personalizing Your Profile 139 Your AQ and Taking Action 140 PART THREE IMPROVING AQ IN YOURSELF, OTHERS, AND YOUR ORGANIZATION CHAPTER 6 LEAD: Improving Your AQ and Your Ability to Ascend 145 Hands-On Proof 147 Where Do These Skills Come From? 149 How and Why LEAD Works 151 Climbing Skills 153 Applying the LEAD Sequence 180 LEADing Yourself through Major Setbacks 183 The Overhang 185 CHAPTER 7 STOP! Catastrophizing 187 Wildfire in the Mind 189 Stoppers! and LEAD 199 CHAPTER 8 Improving Others’ AQs and Their Ability to Ascend 201 LEADing a Friend 202 The Guts of LEADing Others 209 Rethinking the Role of LEADer 213 LEADing a Colleague 214 The Teflon Kid: LEADing Your Child toward Accountability 222 The Hidden Benefits of LEADing Others 227 CHAPTER 9 The High AQ Organization: Creating the Climbing Culture 231 The Right Time for AQ 235 AQ and Change 235 Challenges You Face as a Leader 238 Organizational AQ 240 The Role of AQ in Any Organization’s Success 245 Roadblocks to Creating a High AQ Organization 253 Life after the Seminar: What Goes Wrong? 259 The Climbing Organization 263 AQ at Work 274 CHAPTER 10 The Climber’s Habit 277 Why Most Learning Goes Down the Tubes: Howell’s Five Levels of Competence 278 Two Factors That Influence Your Success 281 What You Can Expect 281 Strengthen the Climber 283 AQ and the Greater Good 283 Appendix 289 Notes 301 Bibliography 307 Acknowledgments 319 Index 323

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Book SynopsisThe Ancient Greeks called it trauma'. During the First World War it was known as shellshock'. Only since Vietnam have we begun to understand the symptoms and causes of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. And to realise that it threatens us all.From victims of 9/11 and the London bombings, to soldiers and civilians in the world's most devastating war zones and the victims and witnesses of violent crime at home, PTSD can affect anyone. Symptoms have been seen in those suffering bereavement, illness and infection, traffic accidents, house fires, and sexual assault and abuse. Thousands have become prisoners of their own devastated minds overwhelmed by flashbacks, nightmares and a terrible feeling of isolation. But in almost every case, there is a cure.Gordon Turnbull recognised PTSD as a serious clinical condition from the start of his career. Since then he has offered his care and counsel to hundreds of sufferers, including the mountain rescue teams at Locker

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Book SynopsisRobert Winston is one of the country's best-known scientists. As Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College, University of London, and Director of NHS Research and Development and Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Hammersmith Hospital, he has made advances in fertility medicine and been a leading voice in the debate on genetic engineering. His television series, including Your Life in Their Hands, Making Babies, The Human Body, Superhuman and A Child Against All Odds have made him a household name across Britain. He became a life peer in 1995.Trade ReviewWide-ranging and thoroughly entertaining * New Scientist *Devastaingly good...Every chapter bursts with clear logic, style, wit and imagination. * Brian May, Guitarist for Queen *

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Book SynopsisWould you like to create more abundance in your life and experience financial freedom? Have better success in choosing the right business and personal relationships? Reach a higher expression of your creativity and ingenuity? And live a healthier, more fulfilling life? In this immensely practical and insightful book, Sharon Klingler helps you to open the door of possibility by learning to listen to a voice that doesn''t even make a sound - the voice of your intuition. In three clear sections, you can discover:--What intuition is and how to identify your intuitive voice--How notable people past and present have used intuition to inform their most important decisions--Your current I. Q. or Intuition Quotient from answering a simple questionnaire--The A, B, Cs of Applied Intuition and how to create the intuitive experience at will

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Book SynopsisWe live in an era of yes, I can'.We tell ourselves that whatever we want to achieve, if we work hard enough, we can do it.But sometimes this results in something very different indeed a severe case of no, I really, really can't'.Burnout is a state of chronic stress that leads to physical and emotional exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, feelings of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment many of the same symptoms as depression. Burnout is on the increase as we struggle to juggle the pressures of work and family life with a constant feeling of always being on.Through her own experience of burnout and her work as a psychotherapist, Siobhán Murray has developed a 12-week plan for overcoming this condition.The Burnout Solution offers a step-by-step path through feelings of stress and anxiety towards renewed clarity of mind and an ability to prioritise the important things in life. Learn the beauty of saying no, rethink your boundaries, find your non-negotiables' and regain your power, passion and sense of purpose.

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Book SynopsisLearn the lessons of elite athletes to reach your full potential From acclaimed psychologist Anthony Klarica, The Performance Mindset: 7 steps to success in sport and life reveals the lessons of high-performing athletes and shows how you can build strategies to apply for greater success in sport, business or in your personal life. High performers are made, not born. High performance occurs through putting a careful and deliberate focus on growing mindset, and science proves that high-performers intentionally build these mindset skills and habits to maximise their opportunities. Talent and hard work are simply not enough. Through candid, in-depth interviews and stories from a wide variety of Australian athletes, you'll learn how to: harness and maintain your motivation become resilient stay focussed and present lead yourself and others protect your mental health and wellbeing. Natural talent doesn't neces

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Book SynopsisWhat the latest science tells us about fidelity, infidelity, memory, the brain''s reward systems, love, and sexIn both genders and across age groups, infidelity is on the rise. People often cheat in a haze of delusion, believing that it will bring them real love, help them have better sex, lift their spirits, and boost their sagging self-esteem; however, very often, cheating wrecks relationships and erodes self-esteem. Hundreds of people have sought Dr. Rosenberg''s help as a psychiatrist to help them stop cheating and repair the damage caused by their affairs. In Infidelity: Why Men and Women Cheat, Dr. Rosenberg explains what draws men and women to cheat and what they can do about it. He explains the three types of cheating: emotional, virtual, and physical; why they''re so prevalent; and how to survive when either you or your partner are drawn to stray. Infidelity takes an objective and evidence-based approach to why men and women today cheat, drawing from the latest research in neuroscience and from Rosenberg''s own clinical practice to reveal the mechanics of the sexual brain. And through concrete rules, Rosenberg guides couples on how to prevent cheating, stop it from progressing, and repair the damage caused by an affair. Infidelity provides key insights that show a couple how to find their true sexual and romantic potential and advocates honesty, trust, and integrity - the fundamentals of love.

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Book SynopsisThis easy-to-follow programme will benefit the growing number of people who now recognise the power Neuro Linguistic Programming has to improve all aspects of life, from personal relationships and career advancement to selling and even spelling and mental arithmetic. Written by two top NLP trainers, NLP in 21 Days covers 21 key topics and includes dozens of exercises and examples which you can immediately apply to your own situation.

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Book SynopsisEndorphins are the miracle hormones. Found in everyone, they kill pain, provide the foundation for good health and create the physical sensations of pleasure. They are responsible for the euphoria of athletes and the pleasure of lovemaking.In THE ENDORPHIN EFFECT, Dr William Bloom, Britain''s leading holistic teacher, presents a major breakthrough in the field of healthcare and personal development. He reveals a revolutionary method that enables you to produce endorphins for vitality and a positive mood whenever you want, even when exhausted or in a crisis.Discover how to use THE ENDORPHIN EFFECT for an easy and effective programme of healthcare, healing and self-improvement. Use it to boost your enjoyment of life, build good health, improve your relationships at home and at work, and enhance your performance in every aspect of your life.Trade Review. . . This superb text provides engaging insights into the awesome power of endorphins and the effect they have upon our emotions and higher states of consciousness. * Dr Caroline Myss *THE ENDORPHIN EFFECT is practical, powerfully inspirational and immediately applicable to just about anybody. . . I love this book, in no small part because of the wisdom and deep love of life which pour forth from every chapter * Leslie Kenton *

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Book SynopsisSo often we want to make big changes in our lives, but lack the resolve to see them through. It seems we just can''t summon the necessary willpower to take on these huge challenges - saving money, quitting smoking, increasing productivity, getting a promotion or pay rise, or losing weight. But here''s the secret: willpower is not the answer. With a clearer understanding of the real forces that shape our actions, we can make better decisions, change our outlook, and rid ourselves of bad habits.CHANGE ANYTHING, reveals the Six Sources of Influence that affect our daily decisions and explains how you can make them work in your favour, helping you to achieve your goals. By learning how they apply to your life, you can put these subtle but strong forces to use in a positive way that brings real results. Based upon the latest psychological and medical research, this book details a variety of real world examples that will empower you to re-examine the way you go about your business

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Book SynopsisNaomi Shragai graduated from the University of Southern California and completed her training as a systemic psychotherapist at the Tavistock Clinic, London. She has more than 30 years' experience as a psychotherapist and family therapist in private practice, as well as working in the NHS and private hospitals. She now specialises in helping businesses and individuals resolve psychological obstacles that cause work-related problems. As a freelance journalist she has written for The Times, The Guardian and since 2008 has been a regular contributor to the Financial Times, where she writes predominately about the psychological aspects of working life. Her appearances on BBC Radio 4 include Four Thought (2012), Letter from America by Alistair Cooke, the 1970s (2014) and The Bottom Line (2019) business programme discussing conflicts at work. Her television appearances include Good Morning Britain on ITV. In a previous career, she was a stand-up comic, working on the London comedy circTrade ReviewWork is emotional. But the foundational fiction of jobs - that they are separate from the people who do them - causes grief and frustration every day. The gift of this book is to help us understand who we are, who our co-workers are, in the round, as flesh and blood, not economic units of production. It can help managers and the managed, bosses and the bossed, to find in work and in each other the humanity and warmth, growth and forgiveness that this crucial part of our lives deserves. * Margaret Heffernan, author of Wilful Blindness *Nobody understands the everyday madness of working life better than Naomi Shragai. This book should be read by everyone who ventures anywhere near an office. * Lucy Kellaway, Financial Times *Wise and illuminating... A must read for those who care about the human side of work, which should be all of us. * Kerry Sulkowicz, President-elect of the American Psychoanalytic Association *Wise and illuminating... A must read for those who care about the human side of work, which should be all of us. * Kerry Sulkowicz, President-elect of the American Psychoanalytic Association *A Miracle of a book...Captivating... I couldn't put it down. As Carl Jung once warned, "when an inner situation is not made conscious, it appears outside as fate." People would do well to not leave things to fate but have a serious look at this book. * Manfred Kets de Vries, Professor of Leadership at INSEAD and author of The CEO Whisperer *

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Book SynopsisUsing the tree of kindness - roots, branches and fruits - to enhance and enrich our lives.Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 ROOTS: THE FOUNDATIONS OF KINDNESS 10 Being Happy, Living Kindly 12 Wired to be Kind 20 How we Become Kind 28 Wisdom and Compassion 34 BRANCHES: PATHWAYS TO KINDNESS 44 Developing Self-Compassion 46 Be Kind to your Body 56 Compassionate Mind 64 Befriending Feelings 74 Food for the Soul 84 FRUIT AND SEEDS: SPREADING KINDNESS 94 Kindness and Relationships 96 Kindness and Society 106 Kindness and the Earth 116 Index 126

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Book Synopsis WHY ARE SLOTHS ALWAYS SMILING? Perhaps it’s because they’ve mastered the art of taking it slow in a world whose frenzied pace is driving the rest of us crazy. Here, in a mindfulness book like no other, heart-tuggingly cute photographs of these always-chill creatures are paired with words of wisdom, all to inspire us to slow down, stop to enjoy the little things, and come up relaxed, centered, and smiling.  

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Book SynopsisDiscover the magic and meaning of the day you were born with Your Birthday, a captivating and comprehensive guide to personality and destiny. Renowned astrologer Jessica Adams, along with Sunday Times bestselling author Rachel Wells, provide a global exploration of birthdays, drawing on Tarot, Western Astrology, Eastern Astrology, Vedic Astrology, Numerology, and more for all 365 days of the year.  What does the day of your birth mean—for your life, your personality, your strengths, and your dreams? What does your Indian moon sign tell you about your destiny? What does folklore and history say about the day you were born?   Uncover the answers within Your Birthday, your complete resource for understanding the role your birth date plays in every facet of life, using: Sun Signs in Western Astrology Asian Zodiac Signs Ancient Egyptian Decans Vedic Astrology Numerology Tarot Reading The book's first half incorporates monthly and day-by-day chapters, allowing for the study of birthdays from all angles. Each date-based entry also touches on the significance of the day in popular culture, showing not just the mystical but the social resonances of birthdays. Readers will discover celebrities who share their birthday month, day, and sign, as well as in-depth discussions of birthstones, birth flowers, emblematic animals, and Native American Moon correspondences for each month.  In the second half of the book, readers will gain a wholly unique understanding of their birthday through a nuanced and specific discussion of tarot. Each of the 78 cards is explored in-depth and contextualized within its appearance within birthday-specific tarot spreads. Further parallels are drawn between birthday readings and the specific imagery and history of Pamela Colman Smith's iconic Rider-Waite-Smith deck.  Anyone looking to understand themselves, their friends, family, coworkers, and more will find endless insights within Your Birthday. 

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Book SynopsisWith expert advice and helpful exercises, this charmingly designed, interactive workbook will help you find a path toward a calmer, happier daily life. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a psychological intervention program that teaches you various techniques to help you redirect away from your anxious mind and into the moment. While you can’t control what emotions come up in any given moment, you can control how you choose to respond to those emotions and thoughts, and to other people. With Finding Your Balance, you can express your feelings in a safe and constructive way. Stress, worry, and anxiety can make it hard to enjoy your days, and these feelings tend to build up over time. This useful workbook is a colorful, friendly guide that’s written to be straightforward and easily accessible, with the warm, caring feel of a guided journal. Inside, you’ll find a simple toolkit for reducing your anxiety, no mattTable of Contents INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS WORKBOOK CHAPTER 1 : You Are Not Your Anxious Thoughts CHAPTER 2 : Being with Your Body CHAPTER 3 : You’ve Gotta Feel It to Heal It CONCLUSION About the Workbook Acknowledgments About the Author

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Book SynopsisReveals the way people behave in the workplace. This book aims to bridge the gap between the findings from evolutionary biology and insights about humanity derived from the social sciences.Trade Review"...an interesting book which explores and integrates findings from several disciplines and which contributes further to the field of evolutionary psychology in a readable manner..." (The Occupational Psychologist, April 2002)Table of ContentsEditor's Note, Warren Bennis. Foreword, Edward O. Wilson. The Authors. Preface. PART ONE: BRIDGING GAPS; SETTING THE STAGE FOR UNDERSTANDING HUMAN NATURE. 1. Toward a Unified Understanding of Human Nature. 2. How the Modern Human Mind Evolved. 3. Innate Drives and Skills. PART TWO: THE FOUR DRIVES BEHIND HUMAN CHOICES. 4. The Drive to Acquire (D1). 5. The Drive to Bond (D2). 6. The Drive to Learn (D3). 7. The Drive to Defend (D4). PART THREE: THE DRIVES IN ACTION; HOW HUMAN NATURE WORKS IN CONTEXT. 8. Culture, Skills, Emotions: Other Pieces of the Puzzle. 9. Origins of the Social Contract. 10. Why So Much Diversity? PART FOUR: HUMAN NATURE AND SOCIETY. 11. Human Nature in Organizational Life. 12. The Road Forward. Afterword: Future Research Proposals. Notes. Bibliography. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis study guide dives deeper into the Wired That Way book and DVD, helping readers take a comprehensive and scriptural look into their own personalities, in ten interactive sessions.

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Book SynopsisWilber traces human development from infancy into adulthood and beyond, into those states described by mystics and spiritual adepts. The spiritual evolution of such extraordinary individuals as the Buddha and Jesus hints at the direction human beings will take in their continuing growth toward transcendence.

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Book SynopsisThis entertaining and easy-to-understand books looks at the connection between your mind and your health, examining whether meditation can help one enjoy a better health and sense of well-being.

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Book SynopsisA practical guide to a series of spiritual exercises to help readers actively engage with their consciousness and embark on a journey to inner development.

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Book SynopsisA study of the presiding genius of the Florentine Academy.Trade Review'The reader turning to this book for knowledge and self-knowledge will be delighted to find it so instructive, enjoyable, and ‘user-friendly.’ With Tom Moore as guide you will feel at home in the marvelous world of Renaissance Hermetism, its psychological and astrological insights, its music, its madness. How much Moore knows and how generous he is in giving it go the reader.'-- James Hillman, author of The Soul’s Code: In Search of Character and Calling and Emotion: A Comprehensive Phenomenology of Theories and Their Meaning for Therapy'In his presentation of psychological insight and understanding informed by Renaissance astrology and musicology, Dr. Moore’s clarity with complex matters is topped only by his wisdom. To tune the fantasy of a ‘well-tempered life’ with the disharmonic of ‘necessary madness’ is precisely the soulful genius that Dr. Moore’s master, Ficino, would have loved.'-- David Miller, author of Orestes: Myth and Dream as Catharsis

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Book SynopsisWe all know it''s important to give back to ourselves. So why is it so hard to do it? We''ve grown up with myths - half-truths - that prevent us from living a life filled with possibility and passion. HONOR YOURSELF exposes the most potent myths about giving and receiving that can sabotage your relationships, finances, career, health and happiness - without you even knowing it. With candour, compassion and a bit of humour too, Patricia Spadaro shares empowering ways to move beyond those myths to the magic of balanced, authentic living. Her work combines wisdom from around the world with real-life stories and practical tools to create an inspiring guide to honouring yourself so you can give your greatest gifts to your loved ones, your communities and the world. Learn practical ways to master the delicate dance of giving and receiving - and unleash the full power of your creative spirit.Honor Yourself: The Inner Art of Giving and Receiving by Patricia Spadaro is the winner of two natio

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Book SynopsisIf your life has suddenly turned upside down, change can seem daunting. You might be facing a relationship break-up, infidelity, or perhaps life just doesn't work anymore. In this powerful book, marital therapist Andrew G. Marshall shows how you can face the inevitable, and change your life for good.Table of ContentsChapter One: Understand the complexities of change Chapter Two: Stop going backwards Chapter Three: Making lasting changes Chapter Four: Learning your limits Chapter Five: Dealing with other people Chapter Six: The art of the possible Chapter Seven: Develop everyday calmness Chapter Eight: Taking control of your past Chapter Nine: Discover your life path Nine Maxims Further Reading

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Book SynopsisMaster your mind, manage stress and boost your productivity! Mindfulness at Work For Dummies provides essential guidance for employees at all levels of an organization who are seeking more focus and clarity in their work.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 About This Book 2 Foolish Assumptions 2 Icons Used in This Book 3 Beyond the Book 3 Where to Go from Here 4 Part I: Getting Started with Mindfulness at Work 5 Chapter 1: Exploring Mindfulness in the Workplace 7 Becoming More Mindful at Work 7 Clarifying what mindfulness is 8 Taking a look at the background 8 Recognising what mindfulness isn’t 11 Finding Out Why Your Brain Needs Mindfulness 14 Evolving from lizard to spaceman 15 Discovering your brain’s hidden rules 16 Recognising that you are what you think 17 Exploring your brain at work 19 Starting Your Mindful Journey 23 Being mindful at work yourself 24 Overcoming common challenges 25 Creating a mindful workplace 26 Living the dream: Mindfulness at work 27 Chapter 2: Exploring the Benefits of Mindfulness in the Workplace 29 Discovering the Benefits for Employees 29 Increased mental resilience 29 Improved relationships 32 Honed mental clarity and focus 34 Mindful leadership 36 Looking at the Organisational Benefits of Mindfulness 38 Happier, more engaged employees 39 Greater creativity 41 Increased productivity 43 Improved decision making 45 Reducing staff turnover 47 Chapter 3: Applying Mindfulness in the Workplace 49 Gaining Perspective in the Modern-Day Workplace 49 Engaging with a VUCA world 50 Applying mindfulness in changing times 51 Employing mindfulness for new ways of working 53 Building resilience 54 Adjusting Your Mental Mindset 56 Focusing on the present moment 57 Treating thoughts as mental processes 58 Approaching rather than avoiding difficulties 60 Rewiring Your Brain 62 Getting to grips with the science of mindfulness 62 Resculpting your brain to make you more productive at work 63 Using mindfulness to increase your present-moment circuitry 64 Developing Mindfulness at Work 65 Examining intentions and attitudes 66 Remembering that practice makes perfect 69 Experimenting with mindfulness in the workplace lab 70 Acting ethically for the organisation and its people 71 Living life mindfully 72 Part II: Working with Mindfulness 75 Chapter 4: Practising Mindfulness Day to Day 77 Starting the Day Mindfully 78 Making time for mindfulness 79 Integrating mindfulness into your morning routine 81 Travelling Mindfully 82 Driving with intent 83 Thinking about trains, planes and mindfulness 84 Walking mindfully 87 Taking Mindful Pauses 88 Pausing at your desk 89 Enjoying water cooler moments 90 Waking up and smelling the coffee 90 Ending Your Day Mindfully 91 Managing energy and sleep 91 Following a mindful evening routine 92 Using mindful exercises 93 Appreciating the good 94 Chapter 5: Boosting your Mental Resilience 97 Recognising the Need for Resilience at Work 98 The modern day stress epidemic 98 Understanding fight or flight 99 Mindful Working to Enhance Resilience 100 Managing multiple, conflicting demands 100 Grouping tasks 104 Dealing with distractions 104 Mindfully managing your emotions 105 Trying the ‘Managing emotions mindfully’ exercise 107 Dealing with difficult people 108 Mindful Ways to Maintain Peak Performance 110 Maintaining peak performance 110 Using mindfulness to enhance productivity 112 Being in the moment 112 Being Kind to Yourself 113 Discovering the Neuroscience of Kindness and compassion 115 Rewiring your brain 116 Last, but by no means least 116 Chapter 6: Discovering Mindfulness At Work Training 117 Introducing MAWT 117 Getting ready 118 Identifying the outcomes you desire 118 Considering alternatives to self-study 119 MAWT Part 1: Core Training 119 Preparing for MAWT 120 Week 1: Understanding mindfulness at work 122 Week 2: Working with the body in mind 132 Chapter 7: Applying Mindfulness At Work Training 143 Continuing Your Mindfulness at Work Training (MAWT) 143 Week 3: Mindful communication at work 144 Week 4: Mindfully working with difficult people and strong emotions 151 Week 5: Mindful working in times of change 159 Post-Course Summary 166 Chapter 8: Practising Mindfulness in the Digital Age 169 Choosing When to Use Technology 169 Recognising the pros and cons of technology 170 Rebalancing your use of technology 170 Communicating Mindfully 174 Emailing mindfully 176 Phoning mindfully 178 Using a smart phone mindfully 179 Engaging with social media mindfully 181 Writing mindfully 181 Using Technology Mindfully 183 Focusing on one task 183 Discovering technology that enhances focus 184 Part III: Mindfulness for Organisations 187 Chapter 9: Improving Team Performance with Mindfulness 189 Identifying and Harnessing Team Dynamics 189 Understanding team dynamics 190 Managing team dynamics mindfully 192 Improving Team Performance 194 Recognising what’s important 194 Introducing Mindfulness to Your Team 197 Keeping your eye on the goal 198 Staying focused using mindfulness 199 Enhancing Internal and External Business Relationships 199 Becoming mindfully ready for anything 200 Being in the meeting 201 Boosting Team Morale 202 Improving morale with mindfulness 203 Focusing team effort with mindfulness 204 Improving team relationships with mindfulness 205 Chapter 10: Using Mindfulness to Assist Different Business Functions 207 Mindfulness for Human Resources 207 Managing downsizing and redundancies mindfully 208 Dealing with discipline and grievances mindfully 210 Increasing employee engagement 211 Applying some techniques 211 Mindfulness for Occupational Health 213 Improving staff well-being with mindfulness 214 Tackling stress with mindfulness 214 Reducing sickness absence with mindfulness 215 Mindfulness for Learning and Organisational Development 216 Improving learning with mindfulness 216 Introducing mindful practices into the workplace 219 Mindfulness for Service Delivery and Customer Service 219 Maintaining customer focus 220 Dealing with customer feedback mindfully 221 Communicating mindfully with customers 222 Mindfulness for Marketing and PR 222 Communicating powerfully 223 Keeping in tune with consumer and cultural trends 223 Improving responsiveness 224 Chapter 11: Integrating Mindfulness with Coaching 225 Discovering Mindful Coaching 225 Seeing mindfulness as a coaching toolbox 227 Applying mindfulness in coaching 229 Introducing Practical Ways to Integrate Mindfulness into Coaching 230 Increasing insight and clarity 231 Overcoming self-doubt 233 Coaching Team Members in Being Mindful 235 Integrating mindfulness into your team coaching 236 Overcoming barriers to mindfulness 237 Rolling Out Mindfulness through Coaching 238 Dealing with individuals 238 Working with teams 240 Involving the whole organisation 240 Chapter 12: Commissioning Mindfulness Training in the Workplace 243 Bringing Mindfulness Training to Work 243 Starting with the end in mind 243 Choosing from the menu of possibilities 244 Building in evaluation 246 Considering options for introductions and pilots 247 Taking care of the practicalities 248 Working in partnership and managing expectations 250 Identifying follow-up strategies 250 Making Sense of the Different Approaches to Teaching Workplace Mindfulness 251 Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) 251 Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) 252 Mindfulness At Work Training (MAWT) 254 Search Inside Yourself (SIY) 254 Hiring an Experienced Mindfulness Practitioner 255 Checking out credentials 255 Clarifying organisational experience 257 Judging compatibility 257 Agreeing on what’s possible 258 Hiring a Mindfulness Coach 258 Identifying the benefits of mindfulness coaching 258 Choosing the right coach 259 Mindfulness Pilot Checklist 259 Part IV: Leading with Mindfulness 261 Chapter 13: Thriving on the Challenges of Leadership 263 Thriving Rather Than Surviving 265 Three ways to lead and thrive 266 Being a More Mindful Leader 267 Authentic leadership 267 Resonant leadership 269 Mindful leadership 270 Practising Mindful Leadership 270 Creating a positive and inspiring workplace culture 274 Coping with Stress and Pressure by Building Resilience 275 Maintaining peak performance 276 Implementing mindful strategies for rejuvenation 276 Chapter 14: Leading without Boundaries 279 Creating the Space to Lead 279 Seeing the bigger picture 280 Making time to be yourself 282 Being good to yourself 284 Managing your time and energy 284 Enhancing Leadership Creativity 287 Thinking without boundaries 287 Tapping into your intuition 289 Managing Complexity with Simplicity 289 Recognising that the past is history and tomorrow is a mystery 290 Working mindfully with your brain 291 Maintaining clarity and focus 293 Chapter 15: Leading People, Change and Strategy 295 Leading Mindfully when Change is the Norm 295 Meeting modern-day challenges with mindful solutions 296 Developing new change strategies 296 Embedding change individually and organisationally 297 Creating Strategies that Allow the Organisation to Flourish 299 Identifying organisational culture 299 Creating a collective vision for the future 301 Developing strategies mindfully 303 Embedding new values and behaviours 305 Creating a More Mindful Organisation 307 Remembering that looking beyond the bottom line is good for the bottom line 307 The Return On Investment (ROI) of mindfulness 308 Mindfully improving employee engagement and retention 310 Part V: The Part of Tens 313 Chapter 16: Ten Ways to Be More Mindful at Work 315 Be Consciously Present 315 Use Short Mindful Exercises at Work 316 Be a Single-Tasker 316 Use Mindful Reminders 317 Slow Down To Speed Up 318 Make Stress Your Friend 319 Feel Gratitude 319 Cultivate Humility 320 Accept What You Can’t Change 321 Adopt a Growth Mindset 322 Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Improve Your Brain with Mindfulness 325 Increase the Strength of Your Brain 326 Alter the Structure of Your Brain 326 Improve Your Ability to Learn 327 Gain More Cognitive Control 327 Improve Your Health and Well-Being without Going to the Gym! 328 Live Life with Less Fear 329 Make Yourself Happier 330 Regulate Your Emotions More Effectively 331 Improve Your Life without Even Trying 331 Improve Your Attention Span 332 Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Mindfully Manage Work Pressures 333 Mindfully Coping with Inappropriate Work Demands 333 Mindfully Dealing with a Lack of Control over Your Work 334 Mindfully Managing a Lack of, or Inappropriate, Support 335 Mindfully Managing Difficult Working Relationships 336 Mindfully Gaining Clarity about Your Job Role 337 Mindfully Navigating the Bumpy Road of Frequent Organisational Change 337 Mindfully Dealing with Difficult One-to-One Meetings 338 Mindfully Coping with the Threat of Redundancy 339 Mindfully Coping with Redundancy Survivor Syndrome 339 Using Mindfulness to Reduce Stress 340 Chapter 19: Ten Ways to be Mindful in a Minute 341 Start Your Day with an Energising, Mindful Shower 341 Begin with a Mindful Moment 342 Enjoy a Mindful Coffee 343 Use your Phone to Become More Mindful 344 Eat Lunch Mindfully 344 Be Mindful of Sounds 345 Appreciate the Good 346 Notice the Interplay between Your Thoughts, Emotions and Physiology 347 Become More Body Aware 347 Move Mindfully 347 Chapter 20: About Ten Resources for Further Study 349 Whizzing through Websites 349 Mindfulnet.org 349 Mindful.org 350 ShamashAlidina.com 350 Benefitting from Books 350 MBSR 351 MBCT 351 Other books worth a read 351 Practising with Audios 352 Reading Up on the Research 352 Accessing Apps 353 Locating Training Providers 354 Mindfulness at Work Training 354 The Mindfulness Exchange 354 Mindfulness Works 354 Identifying Universities and Management Schools Utilising Mindfulness 355 Reflecting on Retreats 355 Training to be a Mindfulness Teacher 356 Part VI: The Appendixes 357 Appendix A: Answers to Learning Check Questions 359 Week 1 Learning Check 359 Week 2 Learning Check 360 Appendix B: Summary of Research 361 Index 365

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