Popular psychology Books

Book SynopsisEvery significant choice, every important decision we make, is determined by our perception of time. This is the most influential force in our lives, yet we are virtually unaware of it. In this fascinating book, the award-winning past president of the American Psychological Association, Philip Zimbardo, and his co-author, John Boyd, show how:- the way you perceive time is as unique as your fingerprints- these individual time perspectives shape your life, and the world around you- you can change the way you perceive time, so you get the most out of every minute- if you don't, the power of time in the modern world is so immense that it will take its toll on youThe Time Paradox is a highly readable, stimulating look at a subject that absorbs us all.Trade ReviewComprehensive, admirably clear, and a delightful read * Nassim Nicholas Taleb, author of The Black Swan *Reveals how to better use your most irreplaceable resource, based on solid science and timeless wisdom * Martin Seligman, author of Authentic Happiness *Compelling and practical * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisThe aim of Mind Whispering is to transform us into more fully integrated human beings - mentally, emotionally and interpersonally. By using the practical techniques within it, our minds can be more free, our perceptions more true, our responses more artful, our connections more genuine - and our hearts happier.Tara Bennett-Goleman's first book, Emotional Alchemy, was a New York Times bestseller and translated into 25 languages. It looked at deep patterns that can rule the most troubling times in our lives. In her new work, Mind Whispering, the author ranges more widely, drawing on the very latest ideas in cognitive psychology, neuroscience and Eastern traditions to offer a fresh vision of how we can free ourselves from our most negative frames of mind. Through 'mind whispering' practices, she shows how we can become more positive, and cultivate states of being that are ultimately healing and beneficial.Trade ReviewA book of exquisite sensitivity and wisdom. It will be read, and used, not only by meditation teachers and clinicians, counsellors and therapists, but also by all who are seeking a new way to find courage and hope in their lives. * Professor Mark Williams, author of Mindfulness *[Bennett-Goleman] is truly a pioneer in the integration of Cognitive Therapy and mindfulness. * Dr Aaron Beck, founder of Cognitive Therapy *

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Book SynopsisTwo pioneers in health - Dr Deepak Chopra and Prof Rudolph E. Tanzi, one of the world's foremost experts on the causes of Alzheimer's - share a bold new understanding of the brain and a prescriptive plan for how we can use it to achieve physical, mental and spiritual well-being. In his bestselling books Ageless Body, Timeless Mind and Reinventing the Body, Resurrecting the Soul, Deepak Chopra reveals 'the forgotten miracle' - the body's infinite capacity for change and renewal. Now, Chopra focuses his attention on a part of the body undergoing intense study and radical reevaluation: the brain. No one is better able to share the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience than preeminent neurologist Rudolph E. Tanzi and, together, Chopra and Tanzi present a new vision of the brain together with a practical plan for how to use it to achieve higher levels of success and fulfilment. They contend that by using techniques and skills such as mindfulness, intention and meditation, we can create new neural pathways in the brain. Thus, we can transform it into our most powerful tool for achieving health, happiness and enlightenment.Trade ReviewSensible tips -- Oliver Burkeman * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThe Soul of Leadership decodes the mysterious qualities that have propelled history's greatest leaders to the top of the ranks and shrouded them in legend - Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Winston Churchill, Buddha - and provides a hands-on approach to understanding and mastering these qualities.The 10 Fundamental Principles, which Deepak Chopra believes all leaders should follow, include:* A leader is the symbolic soul of the group* Inner qualities determine the outcome of any situation* For every need, the right response can be found * Great leaders can respond to all situations from the higher levels of spirit* A leader focused only on external goals (money, victory, power) will fail. Using well-known examples of great leaders and a clear, concise breakdown of the virtues that a great leader must possess, The Soul of Leadership demystifies leadership and empowers us all to become leaders in our own right - from managing a family crisis to starting our own business.Trade ReviewThe Soul of Leadership is an invaluable resource, demonstrating how we all can become enlightened leaders in our own lives' * Arianna Huffington, Co Founder and Editor in Chief of The Huffington Post *At a time when the world desperately needs love-based leaders, this guide is a godsend * Ken Blanchard, co-author of The One Minute Manager *I greatly enjoyed Deepak's newest book The Soul of Leadership. From the chapter on synchronicity on, I couldn't put it down. It's got so many quality ideas that it must be read a second time. The book inspired me to become a better leader. * George Zimmer, Men's Wearhouse *The Soul of Leadership unfolds as an exceptional guide for remembering how to access the peace and clarity the soul brings to any vision, decision, action, or non-action. Deepak Chopra's latest book lights the way to 21st century leadership * John Mackey, co-CEO Whole Foods Market *

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Book Synopsis'The poet-prophet of alternative medicine' Time The worldwide bestseller that offers an alternative to growing old The definitive text on the healing powers of the mind/body connection. In Ageless Body, Timeless Mind, world-renowned pioneer of integrative medicine Deepak Chopra goes beyond ancient mind/body wisdom and current anti-ageing research to show that you do not have to grow old. With the passage of time, you can retain your physical vitality, creativity, memory and self-esteem. Based on the theories of Ayurveda and groundbreaking research, Chopra reveals how we can use our innate capacity for balance to direct the way our bodies metabolize time and achieve our unbounded potential.Trade ReviewThe poet-prophet of alternative medicine * Time Magazine *Deepak Chopra is one of the most important healers of our time. Ageless Body, Timeless Mind is a treasure. * Marianne Williamson, author of A Woman's Worth *

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Book Synopsis'Grandin has helped us understand autism not just as a phenomenon, but as a different and coherent mode of existence that otherwise confounds us' The New York Times'A powerful and provocative testament to the diverse coalition of minds we'll need to face the mounting challenges of the twenty-first century' Steve Silberman, bestselling author of NeuroTribes Do you think in pictures, patterns or words?In a world engineered for the verbal thinker, those of us with a visual brain can often be overlooked and underestimated. In this landmark book, international bestselling author and activist Temple Grandin transforms our understanding of how our brains are wired differently. Bringing together cutting-edge research and her own experience as a visual thinker, Grandin reveals a ground-breaking new approach to revolutionizing modern structures such as education, health and media so that they equally serve people with all kinds of minds. Visual Thinking is a perspective shifting book that will open our eyes to the value of a life in picture.Trade ReviewThose who believe that human intelligence rests on language are in for a sophisticated lesson from Temple Grandin, who better than anyone knows all the other ways of grasping the world. An absolute eye-opener -- Frans de Waal, author of Mama’s Last Hug and DifferentDrawing on cutting-edge research, the history of science, recent discoveries in creativity and innovation, and her own lived experience, Grandin has created a powerful and provocative testament to the diverse coalition of minds we'll need to face the mounting challenges of the twenty-first century -- Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of NeurodiversityTemple Grandin has concocted a delicious dish of provocative ideas and new research, served in clear, logical, fluid prose. What I love most about her work is her seamless fusion of scientific detachment and passionate empathy -- Sylvia Nasar, author of A Beautiful MindIf you want to understand how a self- described 'visual thinker' apprehends, understands, and explains the world, Temple Grandin's fine book is for you -- Howard Gardner, author of Multiple Intelligences and Frames of Mind

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Book SynopsisThe Little Book of Calm has the magic formula for anxietyThis definitive book, written by a clinical psychotherapist, who regularly appears on CBBC and BBC Radio 1, offers techniques, advice and inspiration on the best and most effective ways to manage anxiety.From exercises to help you put your worries into perspective, to relaxation methods for when anxiety attacks, Dr Aaron Balick shows you how to feel more at ease and sustain a sense of calm

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Book SynopsisDoes what's in your bathroom or on your desk reveal what's on your mind? What's the best way to find out what your partner is really like? For ten years, ingenious academic Sam Gosling has been studying how people project (and protect) their inner selves. Full of cutting-edge research, Snoop will sharpen your perception of others, as well as of yourself. Amazingly, and perhaps alarmingly, Gosling proves that what we own and how we act can inadvertently reveal more about our personalities than even our most intimate conversations.Trade ReviewCharming and well written ... [a] readable and practical guide to understanding the people around you. * New Scientist *Sam Gosling is an engaging writer, a brilliant psychologist, and a charming individual, and he must never, ever be allowed inside my office! * Mary Roach, author of Stiff and Bonk *A must-read for anyone who wants to learn about the cutting edge of psychological research. * Eric Abrahamson, co-author of A Perfect Mess *Gosling's conclusions are supported by rigorous academic research, but his engaging book is aimed at a popular audience...Snoop's conceit makes for an entertaining tour of how people project their inner selves outward into the world. This may seem like just common sense, but it's not. * The Washington Post *Snoopology is a science with a right way and wrong way of doing it...I was blithely going about it entirely the wrong way. A fascinating book. -- Lucy Kellaway * Financial Times *Accessibly written, Snoop captures the prevailing mood for decoding symbols -- Alastair Mabbott * The Glasgow Herald *He wades through different stereotypes and professional backgrounds in his quest to profile people and their idiosyncracies, emerging with an entertaining and illuminating offering - even if you wouldn't realyl want to be in his researching shoes. -- None credited * Sunday Buiness Post *Gosling's book might just make you change the way you see your world and the people in it. -- N/A * Psychologies *

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Book SynopsisDr Roberto Assagioli's innovative work, which began in 1n 1910, went beyond his contemporaries, Freud, Jung and Reich, to embrace wholeness on all levels. Because of this, psychosynthesis has become known as 'the psychology of the soul.' This psychospiritual psychology aims to uncover the layers of complexity which render the personal will powerless. Through a process of bringing awareness to unconscious processes in the psyche, each masquerading as 'sub personalities' the self can achieve integration and synthesis between the personality and the Self (spirit). Psychosynthesis aims to heighten awareness of one observing 'I' so that a dialogue can take place between the self (personality) and the Self. This awareness is expanded through visualization exercises, meditation and utilization of the will which can work in service of the 'Divine.' Today psychosynthesis provides a simple, yet scientific template where psychology, soul and spirituality can meet on mutual ground.Trade ReviewI found the book Psychosynthesis Made Easy easier to read than I had feared. It gave me a good practical understanding of psychosynthesis and at the same time it went hand in hand with my spiritual understanding of human nature. It is easy to read, thought provoking and at the same time very human in its analysis of the experiences so many go through. (Astra Ferro, Healing Secretary of the White Eagle Lodge) We highly recommend this easy to read primer on Psychosynthesis. A 'must' for anyone wanting an introduction to a psychospiritual psychology. (Joan and Roger Evans, Co-founders of the Institute of Psychosynthesis, London)

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Book Synopsis'This is a truly refreshing, captivating and important book that shifted my perception on a topic I thought I knew! A must read.' Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of 'The Diary of a CEO''It hooked me right in . . . A fantastic book.' Chis Evans'Entertaining. Engaging. Educating.' Professor Damian Hughes, co-host of the 'High Performance' podcast____________________________________________Resilience is the buzzword of the moment. We're told that if we have it, our lives will be happy and successful ones. If we don't, we need to acquire it.But what if the version of resilience we've been peddled is a myth?Here, Sunday Times bestselling author Bruce Daisley demolishes a concept that has spawned a multi-million pound industry of books, workshops and courses, exposing the highly questionable science it rests on. In its place he outlines a very different approach to good mental health that embraces the latest science and research.Offering empirically tested advice, Fortitude sets out a practical path to greater self-confidence and courage for us all._____________________________________________'Something I never knew I needed to read but I'm so glad I did, its opened up a whole angle of thinking.' Nadiya Hussain'A fascinating and important pushback against the narrow, joy-eroding version of 'resilience' that would leave us to sink or swim alone, Fortitude is an indispensable guide to a more energising, human, and effective approach to working and thriving in a post-pandemic world.' Oliver Burkeman, author of 'Four Thousand Weeks'Trade ReviewI love it . . . it hooked me right in . . . A fantastic book. -- Chris EvansThis is a truly refreshing, captivating and important book that shifted my perception on a topic I thought I knew! A must read. -- Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of 'The Diary of a CEO'A fascinating and important pushback against the narrow, joy-eroding version of 'resilience' that would leave us to sink or swim alone, Fortitude is an indispensable guide to a more energising, human, and effective approach to working and thriving in a post-pandemic world. -- Oliver Burkeman, author of 'Four Thousand Weeks'Surprising and challenging. Fortitude encouraged me to re-think not only my work but how I live my life. -- Sarah Ellis, co-author of 'The Squiggly Career'A book that confirms what I've always believed, that we can't be resilient on our own. In fact resilience is about all of us being stronger than any of us. -- Gary Lineker

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Book SynopsisThe ideas of psychoanalysis have permeated Western culture. It is the dominant paradigm through which we understand our emotional lives, and Freud still finds himself an iconic figure. Yet despite the constant stream of anti-Freud literature, little is known about contemporary psychoanalysis. Introducing Psychoanalysis redresses the balance. It introduces psychoanalysis as a unified 'theory of the unconscious' with a variety of different theoretical and therapeutic approaches, explains some of the strange ways in which psychoanalysts think about the mind, and is one of the few books to connect psychoanalysis to everyday life and common understanding of the world.How do psychoanalysts conceptualize the mind?Why was Freud so interested in sex?Is psychoanalysis a science?How does analysis work?In answering these questions, this book offers new insights into the nature of psychoanalytic theory and original ways of describing therapeutic practice. The theory comes alive through Oscar Zarate's insightful and daring illustrations, which enlighten the text. In demystifying and explaining psychoanalysis, this book will be of interest to students, teachers and the general public.

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Book SynopsisShift Happens! is about "more" - more happiness, more success, more love, more peace, more prosperity and more joy.Packed full of wisdom, Shift Happens!, tackles the fundamental everyday concerns that can undermine true joy and fulfilment. Written in a short essay style, Dr Robert Holden offers you a powerful mix of inspiring principles and proven methods that help to unblock yourself, release fears, drop the struggle, transform relationships and embrace a new level of creativity and joy.Dr Robert Holden draws on his inspirational practice teaching the psychology of success and happiness and reveals real life stories of people radically changing their lives for the better. With an easy wit and clear style, Dr Holden offers reflections from the full spectrum of human experience to help you manifest change in every aspect of your life. Discover:- How to choose happiness and allow yourself to relax - The route to forgiveness and releasing yourself from past traumas- Harness stress to take you to new heights of success- How to develop trust and let go of your fearKickstart change in your life today!Trade ReviewRobert Holden is the man known worldwide as the happiness guru. The Sunday Times If you want to get from where you are to where you want to be, read Shift Happens! It's powerful, creative, and transformative. I love it. -- Richard Carlson, author of Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

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Book Synopsis'Beat the blues with this pocket-sized guide to mindfulness and living in the moment.' Stylist Live in the moment, make the most of today and feel happier and more fulfilled.We live increasingly busy lives and can struggle to cope with the pressure we're put under by external factors and, most importantly, by ourselves. It's very common to feel overwhelmed by all the responsibilities you have to juggle and feel that time is running away from you - that days, weeks, months and even years are passing in a blur. However, help is at hand. This compact and friendly book is a mindfulness starter kit, giving you everything you need to live in the moment and get the most from life. Dr Jessamy Hibberd and Jo Usmar use the latest mindfulness techniques to teach you how to stop worrying about the future and dwelling on the past so life - the life you're actually living rather than the one you wish you were living or are planning to live soon - doesn't pass you by. Learning how your mind works will enable you to cope with the bad things while fully appreciating the good things, making you more confident, content and productive day-to-day.Chapters include:Mindfulness-based Cognitive TherapyMind GamesDeactivating AutopilotThe Path of Most ResistanceLet It BePraise for the This Book Will series:'Top tips for making your life loads better.' Cosmo'The answer to all my problems.' Katie PiperTrade ReviewBeat the blues with this pocket-sized guide to mindfulness and living in the moment. * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisThis is a book for parents and teachers of c hildren aged between three and twelve. It contains over 200 ideas and activities to promote co-operation and peaceful co nflict resolution in young children. '

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Book SynopsisA hands-on guide to using neuro-linguistic programming, The Little NLP Workbook is packed with thought-provoking exercises to help readers understand NLP and develop effective NLP techniques. Explaining NLP step-by-step, readers will discover how to get better results in all areas of life and develop a mindset for success.

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Book SynopsisA brand new edition of the thinking person's guide to popular psychology. In a journey spanning 50 books, hundreds of ideas and over a century, 50 Psychology Classics looks at some of the most intriguing questions relating to what motivates us, what makes us feel and act in certain ways, how our brains work, and how we create a sense of self. This edition includes contemporary classics like Thinking, Fast and Slow; Quiet and The Marshmallow Test. EXPLORE the human condition through the great thinkers in psychology:Alfred Adler on human nature - Albert Bandura on self-efficacy - Isabel Briggs-Myers on personality type - Hans Eysenck on the four dimensions of personality - Albert Ellis on emotions - Erik Erikson on identity crises - Anna Freud on defense mechanisms - Sigmund Freud on dreams - Eric Hoffer on mass psychology - Karen Horney on inner conflicts - Carl Jung on the collective unconscious - Alfred Kinsey on sexual psychology - Melanie Klein on envy - Abraham Maslow on human potential - Stanley Milgram on obedience to authority - I. P. Pavlov on conditioning - Carl Rogers on counselling - Jean Piaget on child psychology - B. F. Skinner on the power of environment DISCOVER the findings of contemporary research and practice:Susan Cain on introversion - Carol Dweck on mindset - Martin Gilbert on happiness - Malcolm Gladwell on intuition - John Gottman on marriage - Temple Grandin on autism - Stephen Grosz on self-delusion - Daniel Kahneman on thinking - Walter Mischel on self-control - Leonard Mlodinow on the subconscious - Steven Pinker on nature vs nurture - V. S. Ramachandran on neurology - Barry Schwartz on the burden of choiceGAIN the essence of great writings in psychology:The Nature of Prejudice - The Female Brain - Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion - A Guide To Rational Living - The Will To Meaning - The Nature of Love - I'm OK, You're OK - The Divided Self - Gestalt Therapy - The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat - Authentic Happiness - Darkness VisibleTrade ReviewAt long last a chance for those outside the profession to discover that there is so much more to psychology than just Freud and Jung. 50 Psychology Classics offers a unique opportunity to become acquainted with a dazzling array of the key works in psychological literature almost overnight. -- Dr Raj Persaud, Gresham Professor for Public Understanding of PsychiatryThis delightful book provides thoughtful and entertaining summaries of 50 of the most influential books in psychology. It's a 'must read' for students contemplating a career in psychology. -- VS Ramachandran, Director, Center for Brain and Cognition, University of California, San DiegoA brilliant synthesis. The author makes complex ideas accessible and practical, without dumbing down the material. I found myself over and over thinking, 'Oh, that's what that guy meant.' -- Douglas Stone, lecturer on law at Harvard Law School and co-author of 'Difficult Conversations'Intelligent, engaging, and crisp . . . will appeal to anyone who is seeking to understand themselves, partners, colleagues, or bosses better. -- Wendy Taylor * The Age *Butler-Bowdon writes with infectious enthusiasm . . . he is a true scholar of this type of literature. * USA Today *

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Book SynopsisPsychology doesn't have to be complicated. Featuring 100 moods, emotions, feelings, states of mind and quirks of personality, as well as some mood disorders, this book offers an accessible way to help you understand yourself, and also challenges your thinking so you can move forward in a positive way. With clear, straightforward advice on identifying signs and symptoms, how particular moods and emotions manifest, and support and guidance on how to deal with them, you can learn to identify your own obstacles, bring a common-sense approach to life difficulties, and increase your self-awareness. You can choose a mood to explore at random, or check the A-Z listing if you want to address something specific. Whether using the book for self-help, or for working with others as a parent or professional, now you can gain the clarity and confidence you need to reach your full potential.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION About moods and emotions How the book can help The emotional/physical connection Ways to use the book THE MOODS AND EMOTIONS Each of the 100 moods, emotions and behaviours includes a definition, signs and symptoms to look out for, general guidance, support and advice on how to address any issues, and questions you may find it helpful to ask. You will also find fun illustrations depicting simple facial expressions, to help you identify with particular moods in an accessible and visual way. A selection of case studies demonstrates how exploring the advice for different moods and emotions has helped others in specific life areas, including: relationships; work situations; family matters; mental-health issues.

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Book SynopsisThis easy-to-use 28-day write-in journal is founded on CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and self-development techniques to help people understand and manage their moods and emotions. The daily tracker helps the reader chart their feelings alongside daily energy levels, sleep patterns, exercise, food and drink, and even medication they are taking. Throughout there are free-writing pages to encourage self-reflective journalling, CBT worksheets to delve deep into emotions and patterns of thinking and weekly assessments.This enlightening, informative and motivating book will help readers take control and make positive changes to lead a healthier, happier life, improve self-esteem and build personal relationships as they work towards their goals.

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Book SynopsisThis book explodes many popular myths about anger and includes important information, much of it new, about the causes, effects, triggers and behaviour patterns of anger and aggression: why anger is a natural 'fight of flight' response, and essential for our survival; what happens when we get angry; how excessive anger can inhibit physical and mental health, as well as general wellbeing; how to avoid common triggers for anger; how to predict anger outbursts in yourself and others; hy venting angry feelings will not make anger go away, and could in fact increase it; and, why talking about angry feelings rarely helps - especially for men.It also explores: the connection between anger and depression; how to inoculate yourself against stress and anger; the importance of teaching communication skills to people in order to convert anger impulses into controlled responses, particularly in children; a simple yet effective technique to use every day: the life model of effective communication; and, using body language to build rapport and lower the emotional temperature of a situation."The Human Givens Approach" series was launched in 2004 with How to lift depression...fast. This immediately became a top-selling book and consistently held the No.1 position for books about depression on Amazon for a year after its launch. In May 2005, "Freedom from Addiction" was published to critical acclaim and the most recent book, "How to Master Anxiety" (published in November 2006) has featured in many healthcare and women's magazines. Each book in the series explores a recognised psychological or behavioural problem and shows in clear, non-jargonistic language how to treat it effectively. They all include new knowledge not found elsewhere. Future titles will cover: psychosis, disturbed children, self-harming, workplace stress, antisocial behaviour, ageing, disability and saving families."Release from Anger" explains why rage and aggression is on the increase in our society and offers strategies to curb excessive anger in yourself and others - at home, in the workplace, in public and even whilst driving. Based on the human givens approach to psychotherapy, it contains science-based insights into human behaviour, our innate emotional needs and how to get them met so that you can control inappropriate anger outbursts. It deals with appropriate anger, anger as an addiction and anger disorders, including what happens when compulsive, angry outbursts are driven by 'molar memories', and the ongoing stress this can cause us all.Down-to-earth and easy-to-read, "Release from Anger" explains the difference between healthy anger and destructive anger, and why anger is a natural survival strategy. It goes on to give clear advice and practical examples of what to do when confronted with excess inappropriate anger, either your own or someone else's. It explains what happens, both mentally and physiologically, to our bodies when anger suddenly erupts and why 'angry people' die young. The book shows how effective communication skills, verbal and non-verbal, can often unlock the trance-like state of anger and diffuse aggression in even potentially violent situations.The book is full of informative case studies - ranging from anger in children, autistic anger and anger related to workplace bullying - together with examples from psychotherapists' case books which show how they work with people suffering from anger disorders.

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Book SynopsisThe most comprehensive NLP Practitioner course manual ever written. A fully revised and updated edition, it contains the very latest in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, particularly with regard to the Meta-states model and the Meta-model of language. For all those embarking on Practitioner training or wishing to study at home, this book is your essential companion. Written and designed by two of the most important theorists in NLP today. CD-ROM title The User's Manual for the Brain Volume I CD, 99.99. Hardback title The User's Manual for the Brain Volume II, 39.50.Trade Review"The 'User's Manual For The Brain' by Bob and Michael is the best NLP manual ever written so far." Fausto S. Izcaray, PhD.

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Book SynopsisIdentifying your predominant personality-type changes the way you approach life. If you know yourself - and, equally important, if you understand other people - you can confidently tackle your career and your personal relationships knowing exactly where you are coming from - and what everyone else is seeking. What this book presents you with is a revolutionary framework with which to comprehend your own needs, and the needs of others. Based upon the concept of evolutionary psychology, it reveals the determinants at the core of our characters - those very skills and psychological attitudes that we have inherited from our ancestors.Trade Review"Warrior's, Settlers & Nomads gives you profound insights into yourself and others that will forever change the way you view the yourself and everyone you meet. Terry Watts teaches you practical and immediately applicable life strategies that will make your life richer and filled with meaning. Give this book to someone you love and keep a copy for yourself. Your world is about to change!" Kevin Hogan, Ph.D., Author of The Psychology of Persuasion and Talk Your Way to the Top.

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Book SynopsisThe Magic of Metaphor also gives you 16 suggestions for effective story telling, and advice on organization, style, and story-telling skills. This is an excellent resource for teachers.Trade Review"The Magic of Metaphor is one of the most richly rewarding books I have read in a very long time - every page you turn brings a new revelation, a new insight, a new understanding, in a simple and beautiful way. Images come tumbling out, and with them truths about ourselves: who we are, what we are, and most importantly, how the tools we need for life are to be found within each and every one of us." Richard Reed - Better Business

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Book SynopsisA reference and companion that will continue to serve you through your professional life. So what exactly is life coaching, and is it the career for you? The first task this book undertakes is to address these important questions, as it promotes a thorough understanding of what life coaching entails, and allows you to decide whether coaching really is the career you wish to follow. Once you know what to expect from life coaching, this book will lead you through a powerful course of applied Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques and exercises that will revolutionise your coaching abilities. These include: State Control; Rapport-building; Metaphor; Meta-programs; and Meta-language. The Life Coaching Handbook also introduces the Spiral Coaching model, an exciting new coaching tool that involves identifying and utilising people's thinking patterns. An invaluable guide for professional life coaches, NLP practitioners, Human Resources and training professionals and counsellors, this book is the essential read for the would-be life coach. As you read this handbook you will begin to think, feel and act like a coach. From there, it is one small step to being a brilliant, professional life coach. For life.

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Book SynopsisExperiencing claustrophobia can be terrifying. Each person who is claustrophobic copes with their fears differently - some by struggling to manage their anxieties and panic, and others by limiting their lives to avoid enclosed spaces, like tube-trains, lifts, tunnels, car-washes, MRI scans, loo's on planes, or even wearing a crash-helmet. Some people find their fears embarrassing or shameful, and worry what others may think of them, when they have to "just get out" of small or crowded places. In this sensitive and insightful book, therapist and consultant Andrea Perry speaks honestly of her own experiences, as well as drawing on the views of others whose claustrophobic feelings have affected their lives. She paints a powerful picture of the challenge of dealing with claustrophobia on a daily basis, looking at how people manage, whether it is possible to overcome the anxiety, and what others can do to help friends, family and colleagues to cope. She even manages to find the humour in what can be a truly frightening experience, and controversially, presents claustrophobia not simply as an irrational response, but as a deeply human rejection of being electronically controlled in the confined spaces of an increasingly technological world. She also claims that many businesses are losing customers through not understanding people's fear of confined spaces and provides concrete suggestions as to what designers, architects and a wide range of public and private service providers can do to help.

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In business, if your team were to share the same vision, direction, and values that you do, how much easier would it be to drive your business forward, and create powerful and favourable impressions on your clients? You and your entire team would be operating as one, moving with confidence and commitment towards a set of common goals.In education, how much more satisfying would your teaching be both for you and your students - if you were able to: explain ideas more easily, more memorably, and more powerfully? create an environment to which all your students wanted to contribute and belong? motivate your students with a desire for life long learning? Our greatest teachers, artists, and leaders all use varieties of anecdote, story, parable, case history, and metaphor to put across their 'message' in powerful and highly memorable ways. This follow up to Nick's bestselling The Magic of Metaphor (click here to view title) explores the power of story to inspire, inform, and transform people's lives. With a particular emphasis on leadership in the very broadest sense of the word, the stories in this collection offer inspiration, inner knowledge, and wisdom. Stories and metaphors are incredibly powerful vehicles through which real change and compassion can be generated in the world, and can be used to influence, motivate, and lead others with elegance and integrity.

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Book SynopsisWe all get angry, and perhaps never before in the history of the world has there been so much anger, resentment and peace-lessness in the hearts of men and women. And perhaps never before has there been so little forgiveness. There is a journey we all need to make, from anger, to peace, to forgiveness. Anger always destroys, peace always restores, and forgiveness always heals. This little book explains the journey, the steps you can take to make it happen for you. It comes from a spiritual perspective, because losing our anger entirely means a more profound change in our lives than re-directing it or adopting quick-fix techniques. There is a truth about anger, and it is simple. And in your heart you already know it. This will help you remember.

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Book SynopsisStuck in a rut? Know what you want but don’t know how to get it? Feel like life is passing you by? Sick of getting mediocre results? Then enter the wonderful world of Liquid Thinking… A practical, jargon-free and easily accessible self-help book drawing on a diverse range of experiences and containing digestible lessons and exercises used by sports captains, charity leaders and business leaders. It is the only self-help book which has ever been endorsed by Sir Richard Branson, Angelo Dundee, Muhammad Ali, and Jonny Wilkinson. It is a brave man who starts his book on self development by quoting Jerry Springer and discussing the literary merits of the Joy of Sex; however, this is Damian Hughes to a tee. Combining his own experiences as a Manchester United football coach, HR Director and youth club leader with exclusive insights from Sir Richard Branson, Angelo Dundee, Muhammad Ali and Jonny Wilkinson, Hughes will help you to step forward to achieve your own special hopes, dreams and ambition. The books have been credited with helping people build their own houses, fight cancer and run marathons, so come on and be a fellow Liquid Thinker!Table of ContentsAcknowledgements About the Author Foreword by Sir Richard Branson Preface by Angelo Dundee Why Read This Book? 1 Sink or Swim 7 Are You a Drifter? 21 Thirst for Success 31 Liquid Go(a)ld 45 What Are Your Anchors? 53 Future Reflections 71 Turn Water into Wine 79 Deckchairs on the Titanic 85 Do You Swim with Sharks or Dolphins? 101 Stop Whaling 109 Go Fishing 117 Think in Water Colour 123 Swim Against the Tide 137 Dive In! Personal Postscript Recommended Reading Afterwords

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Book Synopsis?Tonight! On the couch with yours truly for the first ever world exclusive in depth interview with you. In this stunningly intimate and revealing feature you finally answer the questions that your public have been gasping like a shower of mackerel to ask.

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Book SynopsisKay Hutchison had a successful career, a beautiful home, and a loving husband until the day she woke up and said `I'm leaving'. Why on earth did she walk away from it all and turn to a host of weird and wonderful treatment in search of answers to a question she couldn't even articulate? Part memoir, part guide, this is Kay's journey of self discovery as she faces up to her darkest moments via homeopathy, astrology, silent retreats and reiki, whilst also dabbling in past-life regression, sonic therapy, shamanic retreats and many more along the way. My Life in Thirty-Seven Therapies is the frank, funny, moving and ultimately uplifting story of one woman's pursuit of happiness and inner peace.

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Book SynopsisMaggy Van Eijk knows where the best place to cry in public is: the top deck of a bus, right at the front. She also knows that eating super salty liquorice or swimming in an icy cold pond are things that make you feel alive but aren't bad for you.Turning 27, Maggy had the worst mental health experience of her life so far. She ended a three-year relationship, was almost fired (twice), went to A&E over twelve times, saw three different therapists and had three different diagnoses. But she didn't let that year stop her. Taking pen to paper, Maggy started writing lists. Lists to remind her when she's anxious or when the world won't stop spinning, that everything will be okay, whether it's starfishing her heart out in bed first thing in the morning, or just simply phoning a friend.In her brave and important book, with a brand new chapter, Maggy lays bare the true reality of mental illness in the hope it can help others come out the other side too.

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Book SynopsisOur societies are remarkably confident on the matter: affairs are terrible things and only fools, monsters and knaves would ever be involved in them. Those who are their victims deserve unending sympathy and access to a good lawyer. This stance may be clear, but it is not especially helpful or productive - given that, in reality, 1 in 4 of us are going to end up involved in an affair during our lifetime. This is a book written to increase our understanding of what is really at stake in affairs: it looks at why affairs happen and ventures beyond black and white caricatures. It delves into the question of what unfaithful sex means and why, despite the risks, it happens so often. Most importantly, the book seeks to help us through affairs, offering couples a better understanding of each other’s motivations and moods - and, where desirable, a way to save a relationship. We have for too long either openly condemned or secretly lusted after affairs: this, finally, is a chance to understand them.

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Book SynopsisIs there something holding you back from being at your best in your sport? You might be struggling with nerves and anxiety, confidence, motivation, or maybe facing a setback? Perhaps you have some strategies that work in the short-term, but the effects wear off and you are left in the same place as you were before. It's time for a new approach. One that challenges you to think differently, moving you towards achieving the things you desire most in sport and in life. Based on the scientifically proven techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Drop the Struggle takes a radically new look at the mental side of reaching your potential in sport. Written for athletes, coaches and anyone wanting to achieve more, it turns sports psychology on its head, providing a practical kitbag of ways to succeed. This book will teach you a sustainable way of dealing with difficult thoughts, managing your emotions and harnessing them to help you perform to the best of your ability.Table of ContentsIntroduction Part I - Developing Your Skills Chapter 1 - Your Thinking and Observing Mind Chapter 2 - Play in the Now Chapter 3 - Drop the Struggle With Your Thoughts Chapter 4 - Accept Being Uncomfortable Chapter 5 - Do What Matters Part II - Applying Your Training Chapter 6 - The Confidence Choice Chapter 7 - Create the Energy to Succeed Chapter 8 - Embrace Setbacks and Failure Chapter 9 - The Onward Journey

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Book SynopsisThe SYSO System® is a one stop self-improvement system that can be applied wherever you are on your journey. You can change your life by following 7 simple steps, and the book’s practical exercises help you DO the changing, rather than just read about it. LEARN HOW TO... EXPAND YOUR AWARENESS MANAGE YOUR MIND TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR EMOTIONS MEET YOUR NEEDS IN HEALTHY WAYS HAVE A CLEAR PHILOSOPHY ABOUT THE PURPOSE OF YOUR LIFE UNDERSTAND THAT EVERYTHING IS INTERCONNECTED RAISE YOUR VIBRATIONS Changing your life isn’t that complicated when you know how. START NOW. REALISE YOUR POWER. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LIFE.

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Book SynopsisThe struggle to maintain joy & a fulfilling relationship while coping with chronic illness and pain is a serious problem for millions of people today. Australian entrepreneur and health professional Karra Eloff draws on academic research and her own pursuit of joy in spite of suffering to bring this trailblazing, compassionate, low-energy and practical path to a remarkable new normal, for you and your chosen human/partner. On average, one in five adults suffer from chronic pain. In older people, the number rises to three in five. Most of these people don't realise they don't have to settle for a survival-based coexistence with their partner or bury their hopes for success and joy under a mountain of heat packs or duvets.Chronic illness or pain, according to Karra, need not hold you back from experiencing personal joy and success. It is possible to forge a path to remarkableto move the dial of a relationship challenged with chronic pain from embattled and exhausted to joyful and passion-filled. This is possible through small, practical changes that require little energy but make a big impact in the areas of: CommunicationMental healthIntimacyPersonal SuccessIf you experience chronic pain or love someone with a chronic illness this book is for you. If you are a health professional seeking practical advice for people with chronic pain, this book is for you.

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Book SynopsisBeyond Atomic Habits, a practical and evidence-based guide by a world-renowned researcher on hacking your habits for lasting change.If you've ever set a goal to start a new habit or break an old one and you fell off the wagon; if you've been in a cycle of yo-yo dieting, phone scrolling or alarm snoozing; or if you intend to do one thing but end up doing another, then you're in the right place.Why do you find yourself repeating unwanted patterns? What do you do when exhaustion creeps in and you lose your willpower? The good news is it's never too late to reprogram your habits. But how long does it really take and how can you make the changes stick?Leading habit researcher Dr Gina Cleo reveals revolutionary breakthroughs in behavioural science that will help you uncover how your brain works, and how to rewire it to make instant and lasting change in your life.Discover evidence-based techniques to break free from unwanted habits, master your motivation and navigate setbacks to achieve the lifestyle you've always wanted, no matter what stage of life you're in.Packed with practical insights, inspiring stories and surprisingly simple activities to try today, The Habit Revolution is your guide to a life magnificently remastered through the incredible power of habits.Trade Review'Inspiring, insightful and practical. Everyone needs to read this book.' Dave Hughes'Gina's transformative journey from trauma to self-efficacy guru is an inspiration that resonates with many. This book highlights the relatable challenges and evidence-based, practical steps to change our behaviour in ways that support our wellbeing. Her insightful and compassionate advice is worth keeping as a timeless resource to go back to, no matter what stage of our lives we are in.' Dr Magnolia Cardona, Associate Professor of Implementation Science at the School of Psychology, University of Queensland'In The Habit Revolution, Dr Gina Cleo reveals the secrets to lasting change. Her passion for empowering others is fuelled by her own lived experience and unparalleled professional expertise. This book will enlighten you and inspire you to live a life of positive habits.' Dr Oyungerel Byambasuren, Post Doctoral Research Fellow at the Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction: The power of habitsWhat is a habit?Why we form habitsHabits versus intentionsHabit triggersHow to create new habitsBreaking old habitsThe neuroscience of habitsMicro habitsWhere is my self-control?How long it really takes to make or change a habitThe recipe for changeMastering motivationDo something differentGoal-setting essentials and pitfallsDealing with setbacksConclusionAppendix: The finer details of motivational theoryAcknowledgementsNotesIndex

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Book SynopsisIf you have ever been told that you''re & too sensitive''; if you''ve ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions - as if they''re controlling you and you can''t seem to dial them back; if you''ve ever reacted in a way that you''ve later regretted, but you simply couldn''t stop yourself at the time; or if you simply struggle to understand why you''re feeling the way you are, then this is the book you''ve been waiting for. Drawing on her years of experience as a clinical psychologist, Dr Zurita Ona provides a clear and simple roadmap for every & super-feeler'' on how to avoid being hijacked by your emotions. Using the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as aspects of positive psychology, you will learn how to distinguish between emotion-based behaviour and values-based behaviour so that you can step back from an uncontrolled emotional response and instead choose a more appropriate one. The result is an effective way to combat the feelings of loneliness and fear of abandonment so many super-feelers experience, as you learn to build and maintain strong healthy relationships, and to look within to identify sources of pain and struggle rather than placing outward blame. Along the way, you will become adept at skills such as self-acceptance, forgiveness, compassion, mindfulness, and conflict resolution. In the end, super-feelers will discover the truth that they are more than their emotions, and that no matter how intense the situation, they can always choose to act in a way that is consistent with their personal values, in order to experience fulfilling, loving and caring relationships.

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Book SynopsisIn this unique, profoundly inspirational memoir, Divorce Court star Judge Lynn Toler shares her mother’s wisdom for learning to conquer anger and become immune to insult.Toler credits her mother’s “rules” for life – a life that saw her grow up the daughter of a poor teen mother and endure a husband who suffered mental illness and alcoholism – with providing the grounding for her own success and happiness. Toler shows how the mindset of “a black woman who knew how to make things work” taught her the power of knowing how to manage one’s emotional business—lessons that this book offers in wrenching stories written in spare and graceful prose. My Mother’s Rules is an unforgettable book that will captivate readers with its illustrations of how to rise above the most difficult circumstances and find peace and success in life.

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Book SynopsisHow to Change Your Body provides an enlightening discourse on the missing piece of the mind-body relationship — our need for social connection. What if symptoms from some of our most common afflictions—everything from depression and anxiety to addiction and PTSD—could be traced back to a disconnection from our bodies?How to Change Your Body explores this provocative question through a rigorous yet playful collection of interviews with scientists, somatic workers, and artists from around the world to uncover the social-emotional aspects of so-called mental illnesses. Saga Briggs is our compassionate guide, pairing peer-reviewed research with moving personal vignettes about her journey away from alcohol dependence to draw a profound link between bodily awareness, social connection, and mental well-being. Interoception, regarded by some as our eighth sense, is fundamental to human health and, Briggs argues, lies at the heart of many techniques shown to improve our relationships to ourselves and others, including psychedelic-assisted therapy, synchronous movement, and energy work.Whether you are facing a mental health diagnosis or simply yearn for a deeper connection to yourself and your community, How to Change Your Body offers a potent antidote to alienation. Through remembering our bodies in all of their intricacy, we can increase our capacity for presence, reconnect with others, and begin to heal.Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTSForeword by Julie Holland, MD xiiiAcknowledgments xviiIntroduction xixPART 1: PREDICTING THE BODY 1Predictive Coding 3Interoception 6The Bodily Self 10The Possibility Space 14PART 2: DISCONNECTION 19Alexithymia 22Schizophrenia 24Stress 27Loneliness 29Addiction 30Anxiety 33Depression 35PTSD 37Eating Disorders 39Suicidal Ideation 42PART 3: CONNECTION 45Authenticity 47Kama Muta 50Peak and Transcendent Experiences 54Nature 59Body, Emotion, Action 68Attachment 73Social Interoception 80Empathy and Compassion 88Body Oneness and Movement Synchrony 93Mindfulness 96Trust 107Music 113Narrative 124Movement, Yoga, and Reiki 133Psychedelics 142PART 4: EXPANDING THE POSSIBILITY SPACE 149Agency 151Expansion 154Transformation 159PART 5: PRACTICES 163MAIA Scale: Multidimensional Assessmentof Interoceptive Awareness 165Interoceptive Connection Toolkit 168Attentional Strategies 168Flexible Switching 172Mindful Awareness in Body-Oriented Therapy (MABT) 172Respiratory Practices 174Aligning Dimensions of Interoceptive Experience (ADIE) 175Somatic Practices 175Social Justice Approaches 177Practices from This Book 180Body Trusting Toolkit 181Glossary 187Notes 191Index 213

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Book SynopsisLao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, written 500 years before Jesus, offers timeless wisdom on existence. Dr. Dyer's book reviews translations and provides 81 essays on applying this ancient wisdom to the modern world.

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Book SynopsisDo you want to live a successful and fulfilled life? In this book, Alex Goldie helps you overcome the obstacles standing in your way. Alex Goldie helps people improve their mental health and confidence. His online videos have helped millions of his followers to improve their lives and overcome the obstacles that hold them back.Now, in his first ever book, Alex offers his ten key steps to help you stop getting in the way of your own progress. His advice includes:- Designing Your Timeline- Growing from Failure- Pulling Out the Weeds That Keep Growing Back- Building Self-Esteem- Being Your Most Authentic SelfUsing this and many other incredible insights, Alex shows you how to finally release what''s getting in your way and build the fulfilling life you want, changing yourself and the world for the better.

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Book SynopsisA treasure box of over 100 drawings to help girls and women around the world feel that anything is possible. A book for life.Trade ReviewWe can't get enough of this lovely little book here at NH. Through the hand-drawn character of Brave New Girl, we see that by using our creativity and our purpose we can lead a meaningful and happy life. The best thing about this inspiring creation is that you can dip into it for a pick-me-up whenever you're feeling low or lacking motivation to see what message she has to offer you. * NATURAL HEALTH *

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Book Synopsis''Brian Draper is Britain''s foremost popular spiritual thinker; he has no equals in linking the inner with the political and personal outer. This is a remarkably practical exploration of elusive yet core elements of our existence.'' - Oliver JamesThe beauty of mindfulness is that it''s incredibly simple both to ''get'' and to practise. And the results - increasingly backed by neuro-scientific evidence - are priceless: calmness and reduced stress, more creativity, greater awareness, compassion. . . And yet there''s a danger that mindfulness can be used in a purely consumerist and self-serving way to help people to become better adapted cogs in a still-toxic model of work and life. Brian Draper challenges us to live not just mindfully but soulfully. Not merely to be less stressed, but to flourish, dynamically and creatively - to be present - through living intentionally and compassionately.Trade ReviewWell researched... readable, accessible and user-friendly... I found Soulfulness the ideal treatment for my addiction to smartphones, and possibly to society's focus on a multi-tasking, non-stop working existence. * Families First *Brian Draper argues in Soulfulness that, beyond learning a few techniques for disconnecting from the real world, we need to learn to live not just mindfully but soulfully. * Church of England Newspaper *The author challenges us to live not just mindfully, but also soulfully. * Methodist Recorder *

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