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The most pressing environmental problem we face today is not climate change. It is pollution in the public square, where a smog of adversarial rhetoric, propaganda, and polarization stifles discussion and debate, creating resistance to change and thwarting our ability to solve our collective problems. In I'm Right and You're an Idiot, author and David Suzuki Foundation chair James Hoggan grapples with this critical issue, conducting interviews with outstanding thinkers from the Himalayas to the House of Lords.

Would understanding how people typically think and behave before you engage in a difficult conversation, tough negotiation, or make a simple request be helpful? Of course. Brian Ahearn's new book, Influence People, explores the science behind the influence process - what drives people to take the actions you want them to take, without manipulation or trickery.

How can an art expert differentiate between a fake and an original piece of art within seconds? How can a marriage analyst know within minutes whether the couple will stay together or not? Some ideas like this and much more gain a true resolution in Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell.

A celebrated saga from ancient India tells of a young king who mysteriously shifts character and gambles away his kingdom. By unraveling this legend’s secret meaning, Escaping Maya’s Palace launches a sleuthing expedition into a distortion in psychological and spiritual growth that lies buried deep at the root of modern civilization.

In this best-selling book, Charles Pépin brings to light the strange alchemy that is self-confidence. Pépin examines the role confidence plays in the lives of our most respected public figures including the likes of Madonna, Mozart, Frieda Kahlo, Martin Luther King and Serena Williams and argues that above all, to live a life of confidence is to live a life of action.

Your Mind: An Owner's Manual for a Better Life combines extensive psychological research with decades of clinical practice and delivers its wisdom in a practical, easy-to-digest narrative. Through examples and exercises, Drs. Cortman and Shinitzky present a step-by-step strategy to help you make use of the truths and become a happier, healthier you.

Is it possible to read people accurately and respond adequately to their signals? The answer is an obvious yes. You will, however, need to engage in some self-analysis and you’ll also have to pay attention to others. Once you become more present in everyday interactions, you will begin pinpointing cues and patterns of behavior that reveal a ton more than spoken word will ever be capable of.

What happens to individuals when they become part of a crowd? How can it be explained that intelligent human beings commit unspeakable cruelties once they have become one with an anonymous mass of people? Le Bon's analysis dates back to 1895 - however, the razor-sharp analysis of human behavior is still valid today.

The United States was founded on the principle of equal opportunity for all, and this ethos continues to inform the nation's collective identity. In reality, however, absolute equality is elusive. The gap between rich and poor has widened in recent decades, and the United States has the highest level of economic inequality of any developed country. Social class and other differences in status reverberate throughout American life, and prejudice based on another's perceived status persists among individuals and groups.

After decades of affluence, we’re busy renovating our homes, buffing and botoxing our bodies and losing ourselves in passive entertainment and shopping, as depression and anxiety soar. And with the arrival of Netflix and Uber Eats, there’s less and less incentive to leave home. Could our constant need for connection be messing with our brains? Is this why we’re losing our ability to strike up a conversation with anyone we don’t know? And given that so many of our kids lack one-on-one attention and regular touch, are we raising this new generation to be profoundly lonely?

We spend a shocking 43 percent of our day doing things without thinking about them. That means that almost half of our actions aren’t conscious choices, but the result of our non-conscious mind nudging our body to act along learned behaviors. How we respond to the people around us; the way we conduct ourselves in a meeting; what we buy; when and how we exercise, eat, and drink - a truly remarkable number of things we do every day, regardless of their complexity, operate outside of our awareness.

Radhia’s personal story and comprehensive knowledge along with her authentic, and unfiltered humorous style presents a compelling portrayal of both the political and cultural dynamics of group-think and mind control. After 25 years of her adult life in a cult under the influence of a narcissistic sociopath, she sought to understand why she made the choices she made in her life, so she could better understand why others make their choices.

Have you ever wished that your partner or spouse was more receptive to all your great ideas? Do you ever wish you could get your kids to behave well, to follow your instructions, and to stop stressing you out? Do you wish you could influence your co-workers, get your boss to listen to you, and improve your career prospects? If you wish to accomplish any of these things, this book is a must-listen for you!

How would you like to experience your life? It's an intriguing question, and yet we've been conditioned to believe our life visions and goals are often unattainable - until now. With The Possibility Principle, psychotherapist Mel Schwartz offers a revolutionary approach to living the life we choose. Though science has vastly expanded our knowledge, it has also led us to adopt a worldview where we see ourselves as insignificant specks living in a mechanical universe.

In an age where persuasion is key and influence could be the difference between success and obscurity, Ronald Gill uncovers the greatest strokes of human psychology and leadership in his groundbreaking new book, "17 Rules of Influence and Power." Gill pulls a curtain on the fragile dance of human interactions, revealing the subtle nuances and potent strategies that impact our perceptions, decisions, and relationships.

Do you find it difficult to maintain a successful romantic relationship? Do you see the same behaviour patterns in yourself emerging in your relationships, time and time again? Are you constantly worried that everything will end in heartbreak? The patterns and beliefs we develop as children, although often deeply rooted in our psyche, can be unlearned and replaced with positive beliefs and approaches that allow you to take a more constructive path through life.

Dark psychology is used to describe a variety of techniques and tactics people use to control others, such as manipulation, mind control, and persuasion. Narcissists and sociopaths are incredibly subtle in their manipulative ways. They can persuade you to do something that will benefit them, and they prey on your weaknesses to get what they want.

Have you ever been talking with someone and had your thoughts or feelings drastically changed within just a few minutes? Maybe you walked away wondering what happened. How did a short conversation have such a powerful effect on you? Maybe you've been on the other side and influenced someone else's thoughts or opinions in a massive way. If so, you've had a glimpse into the realm of real influence. You can learn a few basic techniques online or in other books, but you'll only be getting half of the story (at best).

There are many shades of dark psychology. We are going to explore the darkest. Most people unknowingly fall prey to dark psychology. You can leave it to chance and hope that you never run into a depraved manipulator who wants to exploit the vulnerable. Or you can arm yourself with psychological armor. This armor comes in the form of knowledge and mental toughness. Make your choice.

NLP is an effective behavioral program for personal transformation and business-related purposes. Training in NLP will enhance your charisma - both at a personal and professional level - and it will help you excel in persuasiveness and social influence. Despite all other attempts you may have made and other techniques that failed, you can be sure that NLP will work; the techniques have been tested over many years.