Popular psychology Books

Book SynopsisWhy do smart people make irrational decisions every day? The answers will surprise you. Predictably Irrational is an intriguing, witty and utterly original look at why we all make illogical decisions.Why can a 50p aspirin do what a 5p aspirin can''t? If an item is free it must be a bargain, right? Why is everything relative, even when it shouldn''t be? How do our expectations influence our actual opinions and decisions?In this astounding book, behavioural economist Dan Ariely cuts to the heart of our strange behaviour, demonstrating how irrationality often supplants rational thought and that the reason for this is embedded in the very structure of our minds.Predicatably Irrational brilliantly blends everyday experiences with a series of illuminating and often surprising experiments, that will change your understanding of human behaviour. And, by recognising these patterns, Ariely shows that we can make better decisions in business, in matters of collective welfare, and in our everyday Trade Review'For anyone interested in marketing - either as a practioner or victim - this is unmissable reading. If only more researchers could write like this, the world would be a better place.' Financial Times ‘A marvelous book that is both thought provoking and highly entertaining, ranging from the power of placebos to the pleasures of Pepsi. Ariely unmasks the subtle but powerful tricks that our minds play on us, and shows us how we can prevent being fooled.’ Jerome Groopman, New York Times bestselling author of How Doctors Think ‘PREDICTABLY IRRATIONAL is wildly original. It shows why—much more often than we usually care to admit—humans make foolish, and sometimes disastrous, mistakes. Ariely not only gives us a great read; he also makes us much wiser.’ George Akerlof, Nobel Laureate in Economics, 2001 Koshland Professor of Economics, University of California at Berkeley

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Book SynopsisWhat constitutes a good doctor? What makes someone healing? Research consistently shows that the personal attributes and style of the therapist are more important than the type of therapy they use to help people get better. Among the characteristics of these healers are empathy, genuineness, warmth and an ability to listen. But, there’s more. What do patients give their doctor? This book looks at the influence a lifetime of patients has had on retired consultant psychiatrist Dr Tim Cantopher. It explores the profound, often moving, inter-relation between `healer’ and `wounded’, and examines how the two may overlap sometimes more than might be expected. Topics include: how to really listen and stay with a person's distress the meaning of the word `patient?’ the need for resilience why honesty is a pre-requisite for recovery the doctor’s expectations, and why they should be challenged the healing value of warm, supportive communication how to respond in a way which shows that they have heard and understood the issue which has been shared last but not least, the need for humour! Dr Tim Cantopher says: `So many of us, not just professional therapists, want to fix things. We also want to fix people, so when distress is shared with us, we want to deliver advice which will make things better. In fact, what is often needed is not solutions, but a sharing of the feelings, someone being there and tolerating the sadness without swatting it away with trite advice. Warm, supportive communication heals people.’Trade ReviewThis book should be read by everybody... It offers invaluable insight into depression [on Depressive Illness: The Curse of the Strong] * Depression Alliance *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the national bestseller Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy comes a guide to mental wellness that helps you get beyond depression and anxiety and make life an exhilarating experience! With his phenomenally successful Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy, Dr. David Burns introduced a groundbreaking, drug-free treatment for depression. In this bestselling companion, he reveals powerful new techniques and provides step-by-step exercises that help you cope with the full range of everyday problems. • Free yourself from fears, phobias, and panic attacks.• Overcome self-defeating attitudes.• Discover the five secrets of intimate communication.• Put an end to marital conflict.• Conquer procrastination and unleash your potential for success. With everything you need to know about commonly prescribed psychiatric drugs and anxiety disorders, such as agoraphTrade ReviewIf you are looking for sound, workable advice on how to change your life a little or a lot, this is the book for you * Robert L. Leahy, Ph.D., Director, Centre for Cognitive Therapy, New York *Dr Burns has done it again. He had provided us with clearly described and practical guidelines for dealing with fears, anxieties, panic attacks, procrastination, and communication problems ... invaluable * M. Anthony Bates, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist, Dublin Ireland *Carries the very useful procedures of Feeling Good into many other important areas of life. Clear, systematic, and forceful. * Albert Ellis, Ph.D., President, Institute for Rational-Emotional Therapy and author of A New Guide to Rational Living *This book makes a difference. Anyone who experiences emotional distress (that is, everyone) will find this book invaluable. Dr. Burns presents dozens of helpful exercises in his inimitable, lively, and self-revealing style. * Jackie Persons, Ph.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of California at San Francisco, and Director, San Francisco Bay Area Centre for Cognitive Therapy *

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Book SynopsisWritten in Irv Yalom's inimitable story-telling style, Staring at the Sun is a profoundly encouraging approach to the universal issue of mortality. In this magisterial opus, capping a lifetime of work and personal experience, Dr. Yalom helps us recognize that the fear of death is at the heart of much of our anxiety.Table of ContentsPreface and Acknowledgments. Chapter 1. The Mortal Wound. Chapter 2. Recognizing Death Anxiety. Chapter 3. The Awakening Experience. Chapter 4. The Power of Ideas. Chapter 5. Overcoming Death Terror Through Connection. Chapter 6. Death Awareness: A Memoir. Chapter 7. Addressing Death Anxiety: Advice for Therapists. Afterword. Notes. About the Author. A Reader’s Guide to Staring at the Sun. Index.

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking exploration of why we want what we want, and a toolkit for freeing ourselves from chasing unfulfilling desires.Humans don't desire anything independently. Human desire is mimetic we imitate what other people want. This affects the way we choose partners, friends, careers, clothes and travel destinations. Mimetic desire is responsible for the formation of our very identities. It explains the enduring relevancy of Shakespeare's plays, why Peter Thiel decided to be the first investor in Facebook, and why our world is growing more divided as it becomes more connected.Drawing on his experience as an entrepreneur, teacher and student of classical philosophy, Luke Burgis shares tactics that help turn blind wanting into intentional wanting to be more in control of the things we want, and to find more meaning in our work and lives.

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Book SynopsisRevised and expanded seminal work on families The New Peoplemaking expresses Satir''s most evolved thoughts on self-worth, communication, family systems, and the ways in which people relate to one another. Drawn on Satir''s lifetime of experience with thousands of families around the world, it is written in the engaging style for which she is famous.

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Book Synopsis'Life is difficult. This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths.' A timeless classic in personal development, The Road Less Travelled is a landmark work that has inspired millions. Drawing on the experiences of his career as a psychiatrist, Scott Peck combines scientific and spiritual views to guide us through the difficult, painful times in life by showing us how to confront our problems through the key principles of discipline, love and grace. Teaching us how to distinguish dependency from love, how to become a more sensitive parent and how to connect with your true self, this incredible book is the key to accepting and overcoming life's challenges and achieving a higher level of self-understanding.Trade ReviewA brilliant self-help book, which I found genuinely inspiring...I love this book, it's my spiritual refuge and I'm certain everyone will find something to console them within these pages. -- Boy George * Sunday Express *Not just a book but a spontaneous act of generosity * The Washington Post *

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Book Synopsis‘An elegant, thoughtful book . . . beautifully expresses the importance and experience of liberation from the battery-hen life of constant connection and crowds.’ Daily Mail‘A compelling study of the subtle ways in which modern life and technologies have transformed our behaviour and sense of self.’ Times Literary SupplementIn a world of social media and smartphones, true solitude has become increasingly hard to find. In this timely and important book, award-winning writer Michael Harris reveals why our hyper-connected society makes time alone more crucial than ever. He delves into the latest neuroscience to examine the way innovations like Google Maps and Facebook are eroding our ability to be by ourselves. He tells the stories of the remarkable people – from pioneering computer scientists to great nineteenth-century novelists – who managed to find solitude in the most unexpected of places. And he explores how solitude can bring clarity and creativity to each of our inner lives. Urgent, eloquent and beautifully argued, Solitude might just change the way you think about being alone.‘Speaks to a long-overdue conversation we still haven’t properly had in our society.’ Vice‘A timely, elegant provocation to daydream and wander.’ Nathan Filer, author of The Shock of the Fall‘The leading thinker about technology’s corrupting influence on our collective psyche.’ Newsweek‘A poetic, contemplative journey into the benefits of solo sojourning.’ ElleTrade ReviewThe leading thinker about technology’s corrupting influence on our collective psyche. * Newsweek *An elegant, thoughtful book . . . beautifully expresses the importance and experience of liberation from the battery-hen life of constant connection and crowds. * Daily Mail *A compelling study of the subtle ways in which modern life and technologies have transformed our behaviour and sense of self . . . The strength of Harris’s argument lies in his showing how seemingly harmless new technologies insidiously influence our ways of being . . . Harris proposes ways in which we can discover ourselves within an increasingly digitally connected world. * Times Literary Supplement *I came away from this book a better human being. Michael Harris’s take on existence is calm, unique, and makes one's soul feel good yet never once does he rely on feel-good techniques. -- Douglas CouplandA timely, eloquent provocation to daydream and wander. -- Nathan Filer, author of THE SHOCK OF THE FALLA poetic, contemplative journey into the benefits of solo sojourning. The book – which weaves together personal anecdotes and fascinating research – makes a convincing argument for stepping away from the crowd (and your even more crowded phone) and scheduling some soul-resetting me time. * ELLE *Harris's book isn’t preachy; rather, it recasts small lifestyle changes as part of a struggle to regain that sense of self . . . It speaks to a long overdue conversation we still haven't properly had in our society. * VICE *Harris has an intuition that being alone with ourselves, paying attention to inner silence and being able to experience outer silence, is an essential part of being human . . . Thick with fact and argument and some fine writing. -- Paul Kingsnorth * New Statesman *An insightful, lively meditation on why this increasingly scarce component of our lives should be preserved. * Globe and Mail *Elegant, accessible and often hilarious. * Chicago Tribune *Harris is always an engaging writer, easy to read and capable of expressing his arguments in memorable and helpful ways. * Quill & Quire *

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Book SynopsisFrom a former FBI Special Agent specializing in behavior analysis and recruiting spies comes a handbook filled with his proven strategies on how to instantly read people and influence how they perceive you, so you can easily turn on the like switch.The Like Switch is packed with all the tools you need for turning strangers into friends, whether you are on a sales call, a first date, or a job interview. As a Special Agent for the FBI’s National Security Division’s Behavioral Analysis Program, Dr. Jack Schafer developed dynamic and breakthrough strategies for profiling terrorists and detecting deception. Now, Dr. Schafer has evolved his proven-on-the-battlefield tactics for the day-to-day, but no less critical battle of getting people to like you. In The Like Switch, he presents these techniques for how you can influence, attract, and win people over. Learn how to think and react like your favorite TV investigators from CTrade Review“Whether you wish to be better at sales, reading a room, or recruiting Soviet spies, Jack outlines the skills necessary to make you a better communicator at all levels. As a professional, I learned something new on almost every page that will help to influence others. You will find hundreds of tips and insights in this book that will be immensely useful in any business or social setting.” -- Dr. Jim Reilly, former astronaut, Mach25Management"This practical and insightful guide to influencing people, based on behavioral analysis and hard-won experience at the FBI, is filled with dozens of useful tips and techniques that can be applied immediately. I enjoyed it and learned a lot!" -- William Ury, coauthor of Getting to Yes and author of The Power of a Positive No

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Book SynopsisThis insightful collection of essays will guide you to apply the ancient wisdom of the Tao to modern life, and find infinite peace, freedom and joy. In this book, Dr Wayne W. Dyer has reviewed hundreds of translations of the Tao Te Ching and has written 81 distinct essays on how to apply the ancient wisdom of Lao Tzu to today''s modern world. Each chapter is designed for actually living the Tao or the Great Way today. Some of the chapter titles are ''Living with Flexibility'', ''Living without Enemies'', and ''Living by Letting Go''. Each of the 81 brief chapters focuses on living the Tao and concludes with a section called ''Doing the Tao Now''. Wayne spent one entire year reading, researching and meditating on Lao Tzu''s messages, practicing them each day and ultimately writing down these essays as he felt Lao Tzu wanted you to know them.This is a work to be read slowly, one essay a day. As Wayne says, ''This is a book that will forever change the way you loTrade ReviewWarm and inspiring Spirit & Destiny

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2025 Creative Book Award Best Knitting and Crochet Book!Dive headfirst into the world of crochet. With Tom Daley as your coach, you will learn everything you need to know to practise this versatile and relaxing craft.This dedicated crochet collection features over a dozen incredibly fun and charming patterns originally introduced in Tom's first book, Made With Love, now available specifically for crochet enthusiasts.Pick up all the core skills and basic techniques you need with easy-to-follow step-by-step patterns. You can also hone your skills to perfection with more in-depth masterclasses that accompany each project if you want to create a little extra flair. From stylish, size-inclusive clothing to cosy accessories and desirable homeware, you will soon be creating stunning projects to enjoy and share.

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Book SynopsisFully revised and updated since its first publication in 2011 to encompass further appalling instances of wilful blindness: Grenfell Tower, Carillion, Harvey Weinstein, Windrush and many more ‘Entertaining and compellingly argued’ Sunday Times ‘A tour de force of brilliant insights’ Philip Zimbardo ‘A polemic against the dangers of docility and 'groupthink' in every walk of life' Books of the Year, Financial Times ‘Writing in clear, flowing prose, Heffernan draws on psychological and neurological studies and interviews with executives, whistleblowers and white-collar criminals' New York Times 'An engaging read, packed with cautionary tales ... Heffernan shows why we close our eyes to facts that threaten our families, our livelihood, and our self-image – and, even better, she points the way out of the darkness'Trade Review'Heffernan presents a readable analysis of the way powerful and intelligent people deliberately set aside crucial facts and turn a blind eye to fatal errors and frauds. A polemic against the dangers of docility and "groupthink" in every walk of life, it was another finalist for Business Book of the Year.' -- Books of the Year * Financial Times *'Writing in clear, flowing prose, (Heffernan) draws on psychological and neurological studies and interviews with executives, whistleblowers and white-collar criminals...the book made me think long and hard about how the pace and priorities of our daily lives can hinder our ability to live as decently and as truthfully as we can.' * New York Times *'An engaging read, packed with cautionary tales...Heffernan shows why we close our eyes to facts that threaten our families, our livelihood, and our self-image - and, even better, she points the way out of the darkness.' -- Daniel H. Pink, author of Drive and A Whole New Mind'Willful Blindness is a remarkable book...It is a tour de force of brilliant insights, broad span applications and written in the most engaging style.' -- Philip Zimbardo'Uniquely broad in scope, insightfully analyzed, and engagingly written. This in-depth look at willful blindness is an excellent read.' -- Albert Bandura'Entertaining and compellingly argued book.' * Sunday Times Supplement *'Heffernan's cogent, riveting look at how we behave at our worst encourages us to strive for our best.' * US Publishers' Weekly *‘My eyes are now open to the many ways we all choose not to see reality even when it is painfully obvious. Why do we choose to turn a blind eye to the truth? . . . Heffernan clearly asks the important questions about why we delude ourselves.’ * Forbes *

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Book SynopsisIn Consciousness Explained, Daniel C. Dennett reveals the secrets of one of the last remaining mysteries of the universe: the human brain.Daniel C. Dennett''s now-classic book blends philosophy, psychology and neuroscience - with the aid of numerous examples and thought-experiments - to explore how consciousness has evolved, and how a modern understanding of the human mind is radically different from conventional explanations of consciousness.What people think of as the stream of consciousness is not a single, unified sequence, the author argues, but ''multiple drafts'' of reality composed by a computer-like ''virtual machine''. Dennett explains how science has exploded the classic mysteries of consciousness: the nature of introspection, the self or ego and its relation to thoughts and sensations, the problems posed by qualia, and the level of consciousness of non-human creatures. ''Brilliant ... a torrent of stimulating thought'' Richard DawkiTable of ContentsPart 1 Problems and methods: explaining consciousness - pandora's box - should consciousness be demystified?, the mystery of consciousness, the attractions of mind stuff, why dualism is forlorn, the challenge; a visit to the phenomenological garden - welcome to the phenom, our experience of the external world, our experience of the internal world, affect; a method for phenomenology - first person plural, the third-person perspective, the method of heterophenomenology, fictional worlds and heterophenomenological worlds, the discreet charm of the anthropologist, discovering what someone is really talking about, Shakey's mental images, the neutrality of heterophenomenology. Part 2 An empirical theory of the mind: multiple drafts versus the cartesian theater - the point of view of the observer, introducing the multiple drafts model, Orwellian and Stalinesque revisions, the theater of consciousness revisited, the multiple drafts model in action; time and experience - fleeting moments and hopping rabbits, how the brain represents time, Libet's case of "Backwards Referral in Time", Libet's claim of subjective delay of consciousness of intention, a treat - Grey Walter's precognitive carousel, loose ends; the evolution of consciousness - inside the black box of consciousness, early days, scene one - the birth of boundaries and reasons, scene two - new and better ways of producing future, evolution in brains, and the Baldwin effect, plasticity in the human brain - setting the stage, the invention of good and bad habits of autostimulation, the third evolutionary process - memes and cultural evolution, the memes of consciousness - the virtual machine to be installed; how words do things with us - review - E Pluribus Unum?, bureaucracy versus pandemonium, when words want to get themselves said; the architecture of the human mind - where are we?, orienting ourselves with the thumbnail sketch, and then what happens?, the powers of the Joycean machine, but is this a theory of consciousness?. Part 3 The philosophical problems of consciousness - show and tell - rotating images in the mind's eye, words, pictures, and thoughts, reporting and expressing, zombies, zimboes, and the user illusion, problems with folk psychology; dismantling the witness protection program - review, blindsight - partial zombiehood?, hide the thimble - an exercise in consciousness-raising, prosthetic vision - what, aside from information, is still missing?, "Filling In" versus finding out, neglect as a pathological loss of epistemic appetite, virtual presence, seeing is believing - a dialogue with Otto; qualia disqualified - a new kite string, why are there colors?, enjoying our experiences, a philosophical fantasy - inverted qualia, "Epiphenomenal" qualia?, getting back on my rocker; the reality of selves - how human beings spin a self, how many selves to a customer?, the unbearable lightness of being; consciousness imagined - imagining a

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Book SynopsisThe instant New York Times BestsellerIn Platonic, psychologist and friendship expert Dr Marisa G. Franco unpacks why undervaluing friendship in our culture has led to an epidemic of isolation, and what we can do about it.'Wise, concrete and effective - my friendships are better for it' – Glennon Doyle, author of UntamedWhen was the last time you put yourself out there to make a new friend?How do we keep friends in an era of distraction, burnout, and chaos, especially in a society that often prizes romantic love at the expense of other relationships?This book offers a clear and actionable blueprint for forging strong and lasting connections with others – and becoming our happiest selves in the process.Using the groundbreaking framework behind attachment theory, this book teaches us to identify and understand our individual style – secure, anxious or avoidant – and recognize that how we behave in relationships is the key to unlocking what we’re doing right (and what we could do better) in our friendships.Weaving together cutting-edge research in psychology with interviews, personal stories and practical advice, this book gives us the tools we need to be better friends, and better humans.'A timely, unique guide to approaching friendship with the love (and self-reflection) it deserves' – Francesca Specter, author of AlonementTrade Review''Dr. Marisa G. Franco and Platonic have been invaluable guides on my journey to nurture and deepen my friendships. Her advice is wise, concrete, and effective—and my friendships are better for it.' -- Glennon Doyle, author of UntamedThis is a timely, unique guide to approaching friendship, with the love (and self-reflection) it deserves. -- Francesca Specter, author of AlonementReminds us of the importance of platonic love in today’s society - bucking the notion that romantic love trumps everything else in our lives. * The Wall Street Journal *Franco gives practical guidance on how to manage psychological (and other) blocks to friendship, paving the way to deeper relationships. * University of California *Franco collects and shares the most pertinent insights about the psychology of friendship... game-changing secrets. * MindBodyGreen *Provides a clear and actionable blueprint for forging strong, lasting connections with others?and for becoming our happiest, most fulfilled selves in the process. * Next Big Idea Club *A gentle, yet affirming, call-in for us to investigate how we’ve regarded the platonic relationships in our life and opportunities for deep fulfillment that we may be missing out on. -- Joy Harden Bradford, Ph.D., Founder & CEO, Therapy for Black GirlsFranco offers suggestions for making connections, with step-by-step guidelines on how to be a better pal. * Essence Magazine *A fantastic guide not just for making and keeping friends?it's also a manifesto for how to more effectively invest in the stuff that really matters in life -- Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology at Yale University and host of The Happiness Lab podcastA handbook for us all on how to get out of our own way to make new friends. * The Globe and Mail *It's hard to make friends as an adult – here's great advice on how to do it * News24 *If you want to feel genuinely connected, read this book. -- Shasta Nelson, author of Friendships Don’t Just Happen!The evidence is clear?having strong connections is the lowest-hanging fruit on the tree of a healthy life. What’s less straightforward is how you go about doing that, so see this doctor and she’ll help keep you away from the other ones. -- Billy Baker, author of We Need to Hang OutI closed this book determined to prioritize my friendships as one of the most important aspects of my life -- Laura Tremaine, author of Share Your Stuff. I’ll Go FirstA fascinating meditation on how we develop and build meaningful relationships. An insightful, engaging and thoroughly enjoyable read. Everyone needs this book -- Lauren Martin, author of The Book of Moods

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Book Synopsis''Mesmerizing'' TimeAn art expert instantly spots a fake. A cop decides whether to shoot. A psychologist accurately predicts a couple''s future in minutes. This book is about those moments when we ''know'' something without knowing why. It shows that honing your instincts could change the way you think about thinking forever. ''Trust my snap judgement, buy this book: you''ll be delighted'' David Brooks, The New York Times''Fiendishly clever'' Evening Standard''Provocative, fascinating, radical'' Fergal Byrne, Financial TimesTrade ReviewTrust my snap judgement, buy this book: you'll be delighted * The New York Times *Compelling, fiendishly clever * Evening Standard *Superb . . . this wonderful book should be compulsory reading * New Statesman *Provocative, fascinating, radical * Financial Times *Pacey and beguiling * Independent *Blink might just change your life * Esquire *Astonishing ... Blink really does make you rethink the way you think * Daily Mail *Blink might just change your life * Esquire *

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Book SynopsisOliver Sacks was born in 1933 in London and was educated at Queen's College, Oxford. He completed his medical training at San Francisco's Mount Zion Hospital and at UCLA before moving to New York, where he soon encountered the patients whom he would write about in his book Awakenings.Dr Sacks spent almost fifty years working as a neurologist and wrote many books, including The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Musicophilia, and Hallucinations, about the strange neurological predicaments and conditions of his patients. The New York Times referred to him as 'the poet laureate of medicine', and over the years he received many awards, including honours from the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Science Foundation, the American Academy of Arts and Letters, and the Royal College of Physicians. In 2008, he was appointed Commander of the British Empire. His memoir, On the Move, was published shortly before his death in August 2015.Trade ReviewThe Mind's Eye is about the possibility of recovery and the inexorable decline of the ageing individual. From this collision of incompatible truths, tragedy is made . . . making this Sacks's most powerful book to date. * Sunday Telegraph *Packed with wisdom, humour, extraordinary human stories and reflections on how we all perceive the world . . . He ends with a brilliant discussion of blindness and the ways in which blind people develop visual concepts. Heartily recommended’. * Reader’s Digest *

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Book SynopsisGet ready to express yourself with this loud and proud colouring book, featuring quirky and beautiful scenes to transform into glorious works of art.Use your pens and pencils to colour the rainbow and have fun celebrating all kinds of love with over 45 pages of confidence, colour and Pride!

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Book Synopsis'Focusing' is a technique first developed 25 years ago by American psychologist and philosopher Eugene Gendlin. Hugely influential, it offers six specific steps you can take to open up your inner world of deeper feelings and intuition - and shows you how to listen to others with more empathy. Short, very accessible yet also profound, this book is even more relevant today than it was when originally published.Trade ReviewFocusing is a beautiful and meditative approach to psychotherapy and personal growth. It offers a deep parallel to the practice of mindfulness in a carefully developed and sensitive way. -- Jack KornfieldLearning to access and dissolve personal problems by focusing on the language and wisdom of the body was a historic discovery. Gendlin's genius has stood the test of time and Focusing has become a classic. -- Harville HendrixThe focusing skill can be learned by anyone in or out of therapy * Washington Post *An original, innovative, exciting book -- Carl RogersAt once a manual and a philosophy. It talks about the body's wisdom, the steps of the focusing technique, and how to discover the richness in others by learning to listen. It looks at the potential for a new kind of relationship and a new kind of society -- Marilyn Ferguson, author of The Aquarian Conspiracy

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Book SynopsisTHE BESTSELLING EXTENSION TO THE INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON, YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFE THAT HAS SOLD MORE THAN 50 MILLION COPIES A CLASSIC STEP-BY-STEP BLUEPRINT FOR HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF AND DISCOVER YOUR POWER WITHINLouise Hay expands on her philosophies in You Can Heal Your Life of loving yourself through: · Learning to listen and trust your inner voice· Loving your inner child · Letting your true feelings out...· Discovering your strength so you can take charge of your life...and much moreThe more you connect to the Power within you, the more you can be free in all areas of your life. This inspiring book will help you have confidence and overcome the blocks, limiting beliefs, and barriers to loving yourself out of the way, so you can love yourself no matter what circumstance you happen to be going through.You’ll learn how to react to problems differently using positive affirmations and a new mindset so you have more peace. After many years counseling clients and conducting hundreds of intensive training programs, self-help pioneer Louise Hay said the one thing that heals every problem is to love yourself and The Power is Within You will show you how.This book will be an essential steppingstone on your path of self-discovery and is a roadmap on how to change for the better by loving and taking care of yourself, starting today.The Power is Within You Chapters Include:PART ONE - BECOMING CONSCIOUSThe Power WithinFollowing My Inner VoiceThe Power of Your Spoken WordReprogramming Old TapesPART TWO - DISSOLVING THE BARRIERSUnderstanding The Blocks That Bind YouLetting Your Feelings Out Moving Beyond The PainPART THREE - LOVING YOURSELFHow To Love YourselfLoving The Child WithinGrowing Up and Getting OldPART FOUR - APPLYING YOUR INNER WISDOMReceiving ProsperityExpressing Your Creativity The Totality of PossibilitiesPART FIVE - LETTING GO OF THE PASTChange and TransitionA World Where It's Safe to Love Each Other“I feel an important thing to be aware of is that the Power we are all seeking "out there" is also within us and readily available to us to use in positive ways. May this book reveal to you how very powerful you really are.The information in this book, which has been a part of my lectures, and new ideas since writing You Can Heal Your Life, is an opportunity to know a little more about yourself and to understand the potential that is your birthright. You have an opportunity to love yourself more, so you can be a part of an incredible universe of love. Love begins in our hearts, and it begins with us. Let your love contribute to the healing of our planet.”Life loves you and so do I,Louise HayTrade ReviewLike visitng with an old wise aunt who dishes out sage wisdom and advice. Social & Personal Magazine

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Book SynopsisWe are all people-pleasers in one way or another even those who deny it.Whether at work, home or in our relationships, we all know how it feels to want people to like us. The problem comes when we give up our own needs along the way.In this life-changing book, psychotherapist Emma Reed Turrell explains the different types' of people-pleaser and provides practical, reassuring advice on how to better understand and stop people-pleasing behaviour when it starts to affect your own needs.Please Yourself will help you care for others in the right way and ultimately, help you take better care of yourself.Trade Review'Utterly brilliant. Emma Reed-Turrell is a wonderful writer, a compassionate guide and the therapist we all long for. Every page of Please Yourself contains a truth bomb; every sentence a golden nugget of wisdom. If you're a people-pleaser (and you probably are) this book will change your life. My only regret is that it didn't exist earlier as it would have saved me – and everyone else – a whole lot of bother’ Elizabeth Day, author of How to Fail ‘Even if you don’t think of yourself as a people pleaser, it turns out you’ve been pleasing everyone your entire life! Prepare for some home truths and some life changing advice’ Cosmopolitan ‘As a recovering people-pleaser who often falls back into its tempting trap, I absolutely loved this book. Informative, entertaining and empowering’ Emma Gannon, author of Olive ‘A helpful, reassuring book that will give you insight into discovering your no is even more valuable than your yes. And in discovering it you'll find you like yourself more and others will too…’ Julia Samuel, author of This Too Shall Pass ‘Realistic, non-judgemental and genuinely helpful: your one way ticket to growing a backbone. It took me decades to learn why I people pleased and how to stop. Thanks to Emma Reed Turrell, you don’t need to wait that long’ Sam Baker, author of The Shift

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Book SynopsisAN ESSENTIAL SELF-CARE GUIDEBOOK FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF YOU CAN HEAL YOUR LIFELOUISE HAY’S 21 DAY SIGNATURE DAILY PRACTICE FOR LEARNING HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF BASED ON HER MOST POPULAR VIDEO COURSE, LOVING YOURSELFMirror work has long been Louise Hay’s favorite method for cultivating a deeper relationship with yourself, and leading a more peaceful and meaningful life. The Mirror Principle, one of Louise’s core teachings, holds that our experience of life mirrors our relationship with ourselves; unless we see ourselves as loveable, the world can be a dark and lonely place.Mirror work—looking at oneself in a mirror and repeating positive affirmations—was Louise’s powerful method for learning to love oneself and experience the world as a safe and loving place. Each of the 21 days is organized around a theme, such as monitoring self-talk, overcoming fear, releasing anger, healing relationships, forgiving self and others, receiving prosperity, and living stress-free. The daily program involves an exercise in front of the mirror, positive affirmations, journaling, an inspiring Heart Thought to ponder, and a guided meditation. Packed with practical guidance and support, presented in Louise’s warmly personal words, MIRROR WORK—or Mirror Play, as she likes to call it—is designed to help you:– Learn a deeper level of self-care – Gain confidence in their own inner guidance system – Develop awareness of their soul gifts – Overcome resistance to change – Boost self-esteem – Cultivate love and compassion in their relationships with self and others In just three weeks, you will establish the practice of Mirror Work as a tool for personal growth and self-care, and a path to a full, rich life.MIRROR WORK CHAPTERS INCLUDE: WEEK ONE · Loving Yourself· Making Your Mirror Your Friend· Monitoring Your Self-Talk· Letting Go of Your Past · Building Your Self-Esteem· Releasing Your Inner CriticWEEK TWO· Loving Your Inner Child - Part One· Loving Your Inner Child - Part Two· Loving Your Body, Healing Your Pain· Feeling Good, Releasing Your Anger· Overcoming Your Fear· Starting Your Day with LoveWEEK THREE· Forgiving Yourself and Those Who Have Hurt You· Healing Your Relationships· Living Stress Free· Receiving Your Prosperity· Living Your Attitude of Gratitude· Teaching Mirror Work to Children· Loving Yourself Now“Mirror work—looking deeply into your eyes and repeating affirmations—is the most effective method I’ve found for learning to love yourself and see the world as a safe and loving place. I have been teaching people how to do mirror work for as long as I have been teaching affirmations.The most powerful affirmations are those you say out loud when you are in front of your mirror. The mirror reflects back to you the feelings you have about yourself. As you learn to do mirror work, you will become much more aware of the words you say and the things you do. You will learn to take care of yourself on a deeper level than you have done before. The more you use mirrors for complimenting yourself, approving of yourself, and supporting yourself during difficult times, the deeper and more enjoyable your relationship with yourself will become.”Love, Louise Hay

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Book SynopsisTHE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''My favourite Instagram account in the world.'' Dr Rangan Chatterjee''If LePera''s Instagram feed is full of aha moments illuminating the inner workings of your psyche, the revelations in the book are more like a full firework display.'' Red magazine''This book is a must-read for anyone on a path of personal growth.'' GABBY BERNSTEIN, author of number one New York Times bestsellers Super Attractor and The Universe Has Your Back''The book I wish I had read in my twenties.'' ELIZABETH DAY, author of How to Fail''How to Do the Work will transform how you see yourself and your ability to change. I believe this book could change lives, if not the world.'' HOLLY BOURNE, bestselling author of How Do You Like Me Now?''Want more from life? Looking for answers? How to Do the

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Book SynopsisLoving What Is by bestselling author Byron Katie is a simple, straightforward antidote to the suffering we unnecessarily create for ourselves and has inspired and help millions of people transform their pain into freedom. Written in an easy-to-follow, interactive and accessible way and drawing on illustrative case studies, reading this is the first step to turning your life around and achieving inner peace and harmony...'A great blessing for our planet' -- Eckhart Tolle'Her method can cut through years of self-delusion and rationalisation' -- Los Angeles Times'A pragmatic and simple way of getting people to take responsibility for their own problems' -- Time Magazine'Mind blown - [this is the] best book I have read of this type since Power of Now. Really helped me to let go of beliefs and judgements that aren't serving me. Thanks for writing it.' -- ***** Reader review'Amazing, life changing' -- ***** Reader review'A massively inspiring book' -- ***** Reader review'Very easy to read and an absolute gem!' -- ***** Reader review'Life changing (really)' -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************************************************************A thought is harmless unless we believe itDrawing on her own experience of moving through suffering to freedom, Byron Katie developed 'The Work': a simple, four-step programme to help pinpoint the problems that are troubling you and how to tackle them effectively.A life-transforming system for discarding the stories at the source of our suffering, this is your guide to finding inner peace and happiness.Trade ReviewA pragmatic and simple way of getting people to take responsibility for their own problems * Time Magazine *A simple, straightforward antidote to the suffering we unnecessarily create for ourselves * David Chadwick, author of Crooked Cucumber: The Life and Zen Teaching of Shunryu Suzuki *Her method can cut through years of self-delusion and rationalisation * Los Angeles Times *

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Book SynopsisPsychopath. No sooner is the word out than images of murderers, rapists, suicide bombers and gangsters flash across our minds. But unlike their box-office counterparts, not all psychopaths are violent, or even criminal. This title reveals a shocking truth: beneath the hype and the popular characterisation, psychopaths have something to teach us.Trade ReviewAn original and thought-provoking study * Daily Mail *Goes beyond cliché to view the world through a psychopath's eyes … this book knows how to get under the skin * Guardian *The Wisdom of Psychopaths is a surprising, absorbing, and perceptive book set out in briskly readable prose and with gripping anecdotes. I found it altogether fascinating.Kevin Dutton is a Special Forces style psychologist. Daring. Original. All-action. No nonsense. -- Sir Ranulph FiennesDutton tackles an elusive, important and much neglected aspect of the mind; our personality. He presents some highly original insights and does so in a provocative and humorous style

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Book SynopsisA melodic odyssey through the interwoven worlds of music, physics and mathematics From the earliest of civilisations, humans have found ways to make music, whether through makeshift drums or artfully drilled bone flutes. But how did music - effectively little more than a series of certain tones and rhythms - become so integral to the human experience? Untangling the curious links between notes and number, musical perception, psychology and physics, David Darling examines the fascinating science behind music, from its Palaeolithic origins to the present. Revealing surprising connections and busting pervasive myths, A Perfect Harmony asks: Why do musicians tend to be better at maths than non-musicians? Why do we find some pieces sad and others happy? Will playing Mozart to babies predispose them to genius? Could an AI write the perfect symphony?

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Book SynopsisDo you trust the voice in your head? Our brains are remarkable. They subconsciously translate the events around us into meaningful storylines that inform what we think and how we live. The problem is, the stories our minds feed us as facts aren't always true. Worse, these stories turn into false beliefs about others, the world, and ourselves that keep us from our true potential. These limiting beliefs confront us all. But what if you could harness your brain's operating system to tell a new story? Not just any story. A true story that empowers you to overcome limitations and surpass your goals. Drawing upon the latest insights in performance psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive science, as well as case studies from their own clients, New York Times bestselling author Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt Miller outline a framework anyone can follow to test their own assumptions and start living better, truer stories that shape superior outcomes in business and life.

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Book SynopsisThis classic medium, first popularised by Freud and, more recently, by Oliver Sacks and Yalom himself, provides a fascinating insight into the human condition and our search for happiness. Contains six absorbing case studies which reveal the intricacies our psychological landscapes. Provides a fascinating insight into the human condition and our search for happiness. Explores the unique dynamic of the relationship between therapist and client. Absorbing and deeply thoughtful, Momma and the Meaning of Life is a work of rare insight and imagination.Trade ReviewIrvin Yalom continues to astonish us. Vitality, eloquence, wisdom, courage and the capacity to listen and learn mark this book indelibly -- Les Havens, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School and Cambridge HospitalIrvin Yalom indeed gives us a taste of the meaning of life in this wise and entertaining book * Jewish Chronicle *In every chapter, an epiphany, a tug at the heart or a gasp of realization. And 'The Hungarian Cat Curse' will be read aloud for decades, possibly forever. This isn't a book - it's a gift -- William Peter Blatty, author of THE EXORCISTThis is a chance to get inside the mind of a brilliant therapist and witness the soul breaking through. Like the first light of dawn, MOMMA AND THE MEANING OF LIFE is warm, radiant and revealing -- Mark Epstein, author of THOUGHTS WITHOUT A THINKER and GOING TO PIECES WITHOUT FALLING APARTThese spellbinding tales of pain and of healing transport us into the very cores of the therapeutic experience -- Maggie Smith, author of KEEP MOVING: NOTES ON LOSS, CREATIVITY, AND CHANGEIronic and self-aware, Irvin Yalom gently leads us to the brink of death, to the edge of madness, and to the depths of despair. Dr. Yalom makes the same compassionate agreement with we, his readers, as he does with his patients: to reveal himself fully and honestly so that together we may confront the bleak existential realities and bring meaning and richness to our lives. I'm sure his Momma would have been proud -- Harold Ramis, director and producer of ANALYZE THISIrvin Yalom brings to these splendid tales of psychotherapy his rich experience as a therapist, his broad knowledge of philosophy and literature, and his profound humanity. He draws the reader into his stories with the same skill he uses to engage his patients in therapy -- David Spiegel, author of LIVING BEYOND LIMITSYalom shows us what the meaning and practice of therapy mean to him ... and does it with enviable openness and style * Times Literary Supplement *A fascinating commentary on the bond between patient and therapist -- Nick NolteSix long psychotherapy narratives - four based on actual cases, two fictional - that comprise a worthy sequel to the author's bestselling LOVE'S EXECUTIONER. Yalom, author of many other books on psychotherapy, focuses here on how life can be enriched by emotionally integrating close encounters with loved ones' deaths and with one's own mortality. What particularly makes this book worth many times its price is a stunning piece entitled 'Seven Advanced Lessons in the Therapy of Grief'...Yalom ... again displays the great narrative drive and wit evident in LOVE'S EXECUTIONER. At least as much as that book, MOMMA AND THE MEANING OF LIFE contains some truly profound observations on death, the sometimes desperate attempts to modify one's personality so as to live more fully, and other human struggles. These six engrossing narratives are very valuable gleanings from a master therapist's professional and personal experience. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisILLUSTRATED EDITION OF THE 7 SECRETS OF HAPPINESSTen years on, Gyles Brandreth has learnt yet more about happiness... featuring a new introduction and charming illustrations, this little book attempts to answer a big question: How can we be happy?''Marvellous, brilliant, wonderful, best thing I''ve ever heard, transformational...''That was the response from a total stranger when Gyles Brandreth delivered the Happiness Lecture at Birmingham University. Someone else in the thousand-strong audience tweeted: ''The 7 Secrets of Happiness are amazing. Thank you Gyles Brandreth, wherever you are.''Well, Gyles Brandreth is here now with those 7 Secrets of Happiness. The secrets are simple rules, easy to remember, but challenging to achieve. Gyles Brandreth found them when he set out on a journey looking for happiness and ended up in the psychiatrist''s chair - with Dr Anthony Clare.What is happiness? Who gets to be h

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Book SynopsisA fresh perspective on how to navigate uncertainty and make better decisions in every aspect of life' Annie Duke, author of Thinking in Bets and QuitReading You Already Know reminded me of the moment I knew YouTube was possible' Steve Chen, co-founder of YouTubeA research-backed framework to help you accomplish your most ambitious goals by honing and harnessing your most powerful yet underutilised resource: intuition. What sets the most successful people apart? While hard work is certainly a factor, Professor Laura Huang''s extensive research spanning entrepreneurs, investors, Olympic athletes and Pulitzer Prize winners reveals that their greatest asset is something less tangible: intuition. That instinctive gut feeling' often determines who seizes opportunities and who misses them.In You Already Know, Laura breaks down the science behind intuition, explaining how it is formed from external data, accumulated wisdom and the subconscious insights we don't even realise we have. What follows is a gut feeling, which shifts our perspective and drives us to act.Grounded in Huang's pioneering research and enriched with insights from hundreds of illuminating interviews, this book offers a practical model for becoming better at recognising, understanding and enhancing your intuition to accomplish your most ambitious goals. What's stopping you from unlocking your full potential? You already know.

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Book SynopsisShawn Achor is a lecturer at Harvard University, where he has studied with pioneers in the field of positive psychology. He is the co-designer of Harvard's 'Happiness' course, one of the most popular in Harvard history. He is also the founder and CEO of Aspirant, a research and consulting firm that uses positive psychology to enhance individual achievement and cultivate a more productive workplace. Its clients include American Express, KPMG, Microsoft, and UBS. He gives more than 150 lectures a year on the science of happiness and human potential, which have been covered in the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, CNN, and NPR.Trade ReviewAchor transports us to his virtual classroom, a journey along which we glean the seven secrets of happiness. "The Happiness Advantage "reveals the most important discoveries coming out of modern psychology. -- Rom Brafman, bestselling co-author of "Sway" and "Click"Shawn Achor is funny, self-deprecating, and devastating to my notions of what his field is all about.... I'm butter to his knife. * The Boston Globe *Achor bases his training on a burgeoning body of research on the positive psychology movement, which emphasizes instilling resiliency and positive attitudes.... * Wall Street Journal *

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Book Synopsis In the popular “Little Bit of” series: a fresh, accessible introduction to the practice of chanting mantras.   Chanting a mantra repeatedly can actually affect your state of mind, elevating your consciousness, altering your emotions, and bringing you peace. A Little Bit of Mantras presents an introduction to these sacred, spiritually empowering words, phrases, and sounds. It explores the history of mantras and how they work, and gives you chants that you can use with your yoga, meditation, or other daily practice.

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Book SynopsisThis is a pocket-sized compendium of the world's most useful tests - and a vital tool for anyone seeking to understand themselves and others. From leadership style to personality type, from IQ to EQ to MBTI, this little book provides the tools to analyse every trait you need to thrive.The bestselling authors of The Decision Book have brought together the best diagnostic tests for your career, relationships and business, distilling the wisdom and updating the science behind each in order to help you discover not just what your skills are, but how well you're utilising them too. With analysis of the history, strengths and weaknesses of each test and what your answers mean for you, this book is the quickest and most entertaining way to equip yourself for happiness and success.

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Book Synopsis- THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER -You can get happier. And getting there will be the adventure of a lifetime.In Build the Life You Want, Harvard Professor Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey invite you to begin a journey toward greater happiness, no matter how challenging your circumstances. Combining their decades of experience studying happiness from every angle, they show you how to improve your life right now - instead of waiting for the outside world to change. You will learn how to:- Manage your emotions so they no longer control your outlook and behaviour- Turn life's inevitable difficulties and challenges into opportunities for growth- Strengthen your family ties by managing your expectations and building trust- Create and preserve deep and lasting friendships at any age- Develop an approach to work that fits your life and brings satisfaction- Find your inner peace with a spiritual practiceBuild the Life You Want introduces you to the cutting-edge science that can change your life, in understandable terms and with actionable strategies. Along the way, Arthur and Oprah share hard-earned wisdom from their own lives and careers. In every page, your happiness skills will grow, and you will learn amazing information you can't wait to share with others. Build the Life You Want is your blueprint for a better life.

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Book SynopsisYou don't have to be born confident. You can learn to be confident. Here's how.Dr Nate Zinsser works with the cream of the US military to prepare them mentally for leadership and for action. He also trains top sportsmen and women to develop the self-belief essential for world-class performance. Now he shares the tried and tested techniques he has perfected over many years to help anyone who wants to acquire the confidence that will enable them to perform at their very best, whatever the environment, however stressful the situation. In the process he shows how to make positive use of nervousness, what acquiring a 'success cycle' involves, and why self-assurance, like all skills, requires constant practice.Drawing on the latest research, and packed with real-life examples, this is a supremely practical - and inspirational - guide to achieving bullet-proof confidence.__________________________________________'The new definitive guide to building and mastering confidence.' Forbes'Gamechanging advice on how to dispel those pesky naysaying voices.' GuardianTrade Review[The] new definitive guide to building and mastering confidence. * Forbes *Gamechanging advice on how to dispel those pesky naysaying voices. * Guardian *Practical, proven methods that will allow you to develop and maintain reliable self-confidence . . . They really work. -- Jon Krakauer, author of INTO THIN AIRStudying confidence with Dr. Zinsser helped me win two Super Bowls. I recommend The Confident Mind to competitors everywhere. -- Eli ManningConfidence is the key that unlocks every player's and every person's potential. You won't find a better, more helpful book on confident anywhere than Dr. Nate Zinsser's The Confident Mind. -- Dr Bob Rotella, author of HOW CHAMPIONS THINKThe Confident Mind is a must-read for all those who 'perform' in their chosen field. Dr Nate Zinsser shares constructive and practical insights to empower the reader through stories and science to claim the confidence we each have within ourselves. This book will resonate with anyone who dares to dream. -- Margaret Tracey, director of the Boston Ballet School and former principal dancer, New York City Ballet

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking approach to transforming traumatic legacies passed down in families over generations

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Book SynopsisThis unique and brilliant book is a history of human knowledge. Before the invention of printing, a trained memory was of vital importance. Based on a technique of impressing 'places' and 'images' on the mind, the ancient Greeks created an elaborate memory system which in turn was inherited by the Romans and passed into the European tradition, to be revived, in occult form, during the Renaissance. Frances Yates sheds light on Dante’s Divine Comedy, the form of the Shakespearian theatre and the history of ancient architecture; The Art of Memory is an invaluable contribution to aesthetics and psychology, and to the history of philosophy, of science and of literature.Trade ReviewFrances Yates is that rare thing, a truly thrilling scholar -- Michael Ratcliffe * The Times *One of those quite remarkable and unclassifiable books on the history of knowledge which suddenly makes sense of three or four issues in terms of one commanding metaphor -- Jonathan Miller * Observer *

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Book SynopsisBrilliantly re-packaged, with colourfulmodern covers, NOTES FROM A FRIEND is a quick and simple guide to taking charge of your life - Anthony Robbins distils his key arguments into bite-sized nuggets.

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Book Synopsis***NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER***The author of The Happiness Project and "a force for real change" (Brené Brown) examines how changing our habits can change our lives. "A LOT OF US WOULD LIKE A RUBIN IN OUR LIVES" The Times "FASCINATING, PERSUASIVE" Guardian Most of us have a habit we''d like to change, and there''s no shortage of expert advice. But as we all know from tough experience, no magic, one-size-fits-all solution exists. It takes work to make a habit, but once that habit is set, we can harness the energy of habits to build happier, stronger, more productive lives. In Better Than Before, acclaimed writer Gretchen Rubin identifies every approach that actually works. She presents a practical, concrete framework to allow readers to understand their habits - and to change them for good. Infused with Rubin''s compelling voice, rigorous research, and easy humour, and packed with vivid stories of lives transformed, Better Than Before explains the (sometimes counterintuitive) core principles of habit formation and answers the most perplexing questions about habits: * Why do we find it tough to create a habit for something we love to do? * How can we keep our healthy habits when we''re surrounded by temptations? * How can we help someone else change a habit? Rubin reveals the true secret to habit change: first, we must know ourselves. When we shape our habits to suit ourselves, we can find success - even if we''ve failed before. Whether you want to eat more healthfully, stop checking devices, or finish a project, the invaluable ideas in Better Than Before will start you working on your own habits - even before you''ve finished the book.Trade ReviewA lot of us would like a Rubin in our lives * The Times Magazine *Gretchen Rubin's thesis is fascinating, persuasive * Guardian *This takes on every unhelpful habit you've ever had at home or at work and shows you how you can fix it. A life-changer. I more or less lost three stone as a result of reading this book. And it changed completely how I process email which has saved me thousands of hours. A revelation. -- Viv Groskop * The Pool *Rubin's book is about liberating yourself from destructive habits...she is realistic, saying that no one-size-fits-all solution exists * Evening Standard *This book struck a nerve. It basically is the book "How to Get Up and Get Dressed," but it works... Once I came to understand habits as harnessing our own laziness - making a habit frees you from decision-making, which you can use to your advantage - my relationship to them changed permanently * New Yorker *Just read this book... It's about the psychology of habit and is an addictive and pleasing read (even for someone who is in the habit of reading a lot of such books about, er, changing habits). I strongly recommend it if you are looking to make some permanent changes in your life... It's excellent * Viv Groskop *If you need a helping hand to make over your bad habits, American self-help author Gretchen Rubin is your woman. Better Than Before is full of practical advice and strategies on how to build healthier and happier ways of living that last * Good Housekeeping *brilliantly addictive, fascinating and transformational * Cathy Rentzenbrink, The Bookseller *Do you have a bad habit you're trying to shake, or a good one you wish you could cultivate? Gretchen Rubin is one of the most charming and erudite authors of her generation. Here, she uses her gifts to help you eat right, sleep well, stop procrastinating and start enjoying all that life has to offer. * Susan Cain, bestselling author of QUIET: THE POWER OF INTROVERTS IN A WORLD THAT CAN'T STOP TALKING *Filled with insights about our patterns of behavior, Better Than Before addresses one of life's big and timeless questions: how can we transform ourselves? In a way that's thought-provoking, surprising and often funny, Gretchen Rubin provides us with the tools to build a life that truly reflects our goals and values. * Arianna Huffington, founder of the Huffington Post and bestselling author of THRIVE *truly transformational * Prima Magazine *Gretchen Rubin combines deep research and observations from her own life to explain how habits emerge and - more important - how they can change. It's indispensable for anyone hoping to overhaul how they (almost unthinkingly) behave * Charles Duhigg, bestselling author of THE POWER OF HABIT *Gretchen Rubin is a writer after my own heart - seriously brilliant, very warm, and funny. I think she's amazing * Anne Lamott *Is there a habit in your life you'd like to change? If so, here's your first step: read this book. It's loaded with practical, everyday tips and techniques that will guide you to success. * Dan Heath, co-author of bestsellers MADE TO STICK, SWITCH and DECISIVE *Almost everyone wants to be "better" - slimmer, smarter, better looking, more interesting, more productive - and we want to know we're improving, we want the reinforcing evidence. Gretchen Rubin's new masterpiece, Better than Before, shows us how. She shows how to turn vicious cycles into virtuous cycles and how to turn ruts into roads less traveled. The key is in starting and supporting the habits that will turn us into who we want to be. Unlike other books on habits, Rubin's book gives us the specific tools and a blueprint for getting back on track - the fast track. * Brian Wansink, PhD. author of SLIM BY DESIGN *Gretchen Rubin's superpower is curiosity. Luckily for us, she's turned her passionate inquiry to the topic of making and mastering habits. Weaving together research, unforgettable examples, and her brilliant insight, Better Than Before is a force for real change. It rearranged what I thought I knew about my habits, and I'm better for it. * Brené Brown, New York Times bestselling author of DARING GREATLY and THE GIFT OF IMPERFECTION *With bold and original insights, Gretchen Rubin reveals the hidden truths about how to change our habits-from resisting junk food and hitting the gym to ending procrastination and saving money. Better Than Before is a gem, and the first habit you should form is reading a chapter every night. * Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York Times bestselling author of GIVE AND TAKE *Grab this now! Better Than Before is essential reading. In this generous and actionable book, Gretchen Rubin helps us make sense of how privilege and opportunity make so many of us unhappy, and shows how basic daily choices can free us to make the most of what we have * Seth Godin, bestselling author of LINCHPIN *In Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives, Gretchen Rubin picks up where [William] James left off, integrating a wealth of insight from psychology, sociology, and anthropology in an illuminating field guide to harnessing the transformative power of habit in modern life. * Brain Pickings *We are totally comfortable calling Gretchen Rubin's new book, Better Than Before: Mastering the Habits of Our Everyday Lives, life-changing. * Better Homes & Gardens *Rubin...has brought her theory of contentment to the microlevel. * The Irish Times *I have read all three of her books, and every suggestion I've tried has made me feel better * Irish Times *If anyone can help us stop procrastinating, start exercising or get organized, it's Gretchen Rubin. The happiness guru takes a sledgehammer to old-fashioned notions about change. * Parade *We feel exhausted, but also feel jacked up on adrenaline, caffeine and sugar. We feel frantically busy, but also feel that we're not spending enough time on the things that really matter.' Were truer words ever written? * Arizona Daily Sun *

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Book SynopsisDr Susan Kahn is a business psychologist, coach and consultant. As a coach, she works with individuals and their organizations to help them develop and enhance their authentic leadership style. She is also a lecturer at Birkbeck, University of London, teaching coaching and organizational psychology, and is a faculty member at the School of Life working with businesses to develop their emotional intelligence. She is based in London, UKTrade Review"Dr Susan Kahn has that rare ability of being able to communicate complex ideas into accessible, practical applications. She encourages us to never give up hope, to connect, to reconnect and re-emerge chrysalis-like to face the world anew. Truly a book for our times." * Prof Andreas Liefooghe, founder, Operation Centaur *"An invaluable tool for those considering a change in career or just wanting the opportunity to reinvent themselves." * Zoe Sinclair, cofounder, This Can Happen *"An inspiring guide for planning - and believing in - meaningful change." * Shahroo Izadi, behavioural change specialist and author of The Kindness Method *"Offers energy, excitement and heartwarming inspiration to anyone interested in learning from those whose life path has taken a twist or turn they did not expect, or necessarily choose." * Rachel Ellison MBE, leadership coach and author *"Highly recommend for anyone wanting to take a well-considered approach to planning their career." * Dr. Natalie Lancer, Chair, British Psychological Society’s Division of Coaching Psychology *"Beautifully balances the theory with the practical, the honest with the hopeful, and the need to find acceptance with the need to find courage. This book brings together a range of different perspectives and tools to help reinventors to navigate this often-messy process and, most importantly, invites them to find self-compassion and look inside for answers." * Pauline McNulty, Co-founder, Playfilled *"The insights are thoroughly grounded in psychological theory and philosophy, but the practical nature of the book and the wonderful examples make it both entertaining and genuinely useful." * Raul Aparici, coach, facilitator and Head of Faculty, The School of Life *"Completely resonates with the current times. A warm and encouraging approach underpinned by depth of experience and research that shines through." * Nicola Grant, founder, She2 Leadership *"I love Susan Kahn's work. The way she blends social science and personal insight makes her work readable and valuable in equal measure. As this book shows." * Daniel Finkelstein OBE, journalist and author of Hitler, Stalin, Mum and Dad *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: On reinvention; Chapter - 01: The cycle of work life; Chapter - 02: Begin with the endings; Chapter - 03: Planning your future self; Section - TWO: On redefining yourself; Chapter - 04: Inside your mind; Chapter - 05: The age of reinvention; Chapter - 06: Leader or follower?; Section - THREE: On transformation; Chapter - 07: From stuck to unstuck; Chapter - 08: Build your support network; Chapter - 09: Closing thoughts; Chapter - 10: References;

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Book SynopsisBreaking Negative Thinking Patterns is the first schema-mode focused resource guide aimed at schema therapy patients and self-help readers seeking to understand and overcome negative patterns of thinking and behaviour.Table of ContentsPreface viii Credit for Images x 1 Introduction 1 1.1 What Is Schema Therapy? 2 1.2 Understanding the Origin of Your Patterns 4 1.2.1 Recognizing your Modes 5 1.2.2 Changing your Modes 5 Part I: Become Familiar with Your Modes 7 2 Child Modes 9 2.1 Vulnerable Child Modes 12 2.1.1 Get in contact with your own Vulnerable Child Mode 17 2.1.2 Detecting Vulnerable Child Modes in others 20 2.2 Angry and Impulsive Child Modes 20 2.2.1 Get in contact with your own Angry or Impulsive Child Mode 26 2.2.2 Detecting Angry or Impulsive Child Modes in others 28 2.3 Happy Child Mode 32 2.3.1 Get in contact with your own Happy Child Mode 34 2.3.2 Detecting the Happy Child in others 36 2.4 Summary 36 3 Dysfunctional Parent Modes 38 3.1 Demanding Parent Modes 44 3.1.1 How can I detect my own Demanding Parent Mode? 49 3.1.2 How can I detect a Demanding Parent Mode in other people? 49 3.2 Guilt-Inducing Parent Modes 51 3.2.1 How can I detect Guilt-inducing Parent Modes? 55 3.3 Punitive Parent Mode 57 3.3.1 How can I detect a Punitive Parent Mode in myself? 60 3.3.2 How can I detect a Punitive Parent Mode in others? 62 3.4 Summary 63 4 Coping Modes 65 4.1 Compliant Surrender Mode 73 4.1.1 How can I detect a Compliant Surrender Coping Mode in myself? 74 4.1.2 How can I detect a Compliant Surrender Mode in others? 81 4.2 Avoidant Coping Mode 81 4.2.1 How can I detect Avoidant Coping Mode in myself? 84 4.2.2 How can I detect Avoidant Coping Mode in others? 84 4.3 Overcompensatory Coping Mode 88 4.3.1 How can I detect Overcompensatory Coping Mode in myself? 88 4.3.2 How can I detect Overcompensatory Coping Mode in others? 92 4.4 Summary 95 5 Healthy Adult Mode 96 5.1 How can I detect a Healthy Adult Mode in myself? 98 5.2 How can I detect a Healthy Adult Mode in others? 99 5.3 How can I distinguish the Healthy Adult Mode from other modes? 101 5.4 Summary 104 Part II: Change Your Modes 105 6 Healing Vulnerable Child Modes 107 6.1 Get Acquainted with your Vulnerable Child Mode 108 6.2 Taking care of your Vulnerable Child Mode 111 7 Gaining Control over Angry and Impulsive Child Modes 117 7.1 Get Acquainted with your Angry or Impulsive Child Mode 119 7.2 Setting Limits to Angry or Impulsive Child Modes 120 7.2.1 Goals and needs 122 7.2.2 Chair dialogues 123 7.2.3 Learn to direct your behavior 124 7.2.4 How can I learn to control my anger? 126 8 Strengthen the Happy Child Mode 130 8.1 Get Acquainted with your Happy Child Mode 130 8.2 Exercises to Strengthen the Happy Child Mode 133 9 Setting Limits to Dysfunctional Parent Modes 136 9.1 Get in Touch with your Dysfunctional Parent Mode 137 9.2 Silence Dysfunctional Parent Modes 144 9.2.1 Exercises to reduce Dysfunctional Parent Messages 147 10 Changing Coping Modes 150 10.1 Get in Touch with your Coping Modes 151 10.2 Reducing Coping Modes 151 10.2.1 Reducing the Compliant Surrender Mode 157 10.2.2 Reducing avoidance 157 10.2.3 Reducing Overcompensation 160 11 Promoting Your Healthy Adult Mode 165 Glossary 175 References and Further Reading 179 Index 181

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Book Synopsis'Groundbreaking' OBSERVER 'Blows assumptions about abusive relationships out of the water' CAITLIN MORAN 'Offers a strategy for intervention that would save lives' INDEPENDENT Every four days in the UK, a woman is killed by her partner or ex-partner – and in the past year, domestic abuse has become an epidemic. For thirty years, Jane Monckton Smith has been fighting to change this. A former police officer and internationally renowned professor of public protection, she has developed her ground-breaking research into an eight-stage homicide timeline, laying out identifiable stages in which coercive relationships can escalate to violence and murder. Drawing on disciplines including psychology, sociology and law, Monckton Smith talks to victims, their families and killers to piece together the hows and whys of abuse – while shining a searching light onto the society and media that allow it to thrive.Trade ReviewBlow assumptions about relationships out of the water . . . A game-changer -- Caitlin MoranShocking, frank, and very, very necessary. -- Sam BakerA powerful book that offers a strategy for intervention that would save lives * The Independent *

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