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HOW DOES MAGIC HAPPEN? The Ogilvy advertising legend—“one of the leading minds in the world of branding” (NPR)—explores the art and science of conjuring irresistible products and ideas. "A breakthrough book. Wonderfully applicable to about everything in life." —Nassim Nicholas Taleb...

You know that sick, hollow feeling when someone twists your words, erases history, or makes you feel crazy? That’s not just a "personality clash", it is a sophisticated, calculated attack on your perception of reality. For too long, we’ve treated emotional manipulation and gaslighting like an unpredictable emotional weather system we must simply endure.

From an award-winning physician, health innovator, and former head of the Canadian Medical Association comes a groundbreaking exploration of how anger and a sense of betrayal deepen into outrage when we lose hope that change is possible—and a guide to finding our way back, individually and...

Sana el miedo a la intimidad y construye un amor seguro y duradero. ¿Te alejas cuando las relaciones se vuelven demasiado cercanas o te cuesta expresar tus emociones? No estás roto; simplemente aprendiste a protegerte. En este audiolibro, la terapeuta y experta en relaciones Eva Spencer te ayuda a comprender tus patrones evitativos y te guía con suavidad hacia la conexión emocional y la confianza. A través de la teoría del apego, la neurociencia y el mindfulness, aprenderás a abrir tu corazón sin perder tu independencia.

¿Te descubres analizando en exceso las palabras de tu pareja, temiendo que se aleje o necesitando constante reafirmación? No estás solo, y puedes sanar. En este audiolibro, la terapeuta y experta en relaciones Eva Spencer te ayuda a comprender y superar el apego ansioso.

Brianna Wiest, escritora bestseller y fenómeno global en redes sociales, presenta en esta obra una recopilación de sus escritos más famosos. La presente selección incluye reflexiones sobre por qué debemos perseguir el propósito por encima de la pasión, abrazar el pensamiento negativo, ver la sabiduría en la rutina diaria o ser conscientes de los sesgos cognitivos que crean nuestra manera de ver la vida, entre muchas otras. Algunas de estas piezas son inéditas; otras ya han sido leídas por millones de personas en todo el mundo.

The first book to unmask the hidden face of depression. If you look fine on the outside but don't feel fine on the inside, learn five tools to break the cycle of High Functioning Depression and experience more joy in your life. Many of us experience periods in our lives when something feels...

Harvard psychologist and TED star Amy Cuddy reveals how to unleash your boldest self to heighten your confidence, influence others, and perform at your peak. Have you ever left a nerve-racking challenge and immediately wished for a do over? Maybe after a job interview, a performance, or a...

From communication expert Jefferson Fisher, a practical, step-by-step guide to transforming your conversations at home, at work, and in life There is always a next conversation, and there is no one better than trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher at giving you the tools to be ready for whatever it may...

Does your mind go blank every time someone tries to talk to you? You need specific techniques for specific moments when your brain stops working. That's what this book provides.

In January 2019, culture writer Anne Helen Petersen set the internet on fire with her viral BuzzFeed essay diagnosing “millennial burnout” - a chronic state of stress and exhaustion that’s become a “base temperature” for young people today. Now, she continues this generation-defining conversation in a brand-new format, interviewing millennials around the country about their own deeply personal experiences with burnout, and the culture that creates it.

The 48 Laws of Power is a bold and unapologetic guide to understanding how influence works in real life. Drawing from history, philosophy, and ruthless tactics, Robert Greene outlines 48 rules used by powerful figures — from emperors to con artists — to rise, rule, and remain in control. Whether you see power as a game, a tool, or a threat, this book teaches you how it's acquired, maintained, and lost. Perfect for high performers, entrepreneurs, or anyone navigating competitive spaces where being liked isn't enough — you need leverage.

Prometheus Rising describes the landscape of human evolution and offers the listener an opportunity to become a conscious participant. In an astoundingly useful road map infused with humor and startling insight, Robert Anton Wilson presents the eight circuits of the brain model as an essential guide for the effort to break free of imprinted and programmed behavior. Bob writes, "We are all giants, raised by pygmies, who have learned to walk with a perpetual mental crouch. Unleashing our full stature–our total brain power–is what this book is all about.”

On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory -- then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations so they...

We are bombarded every day by reports of bad behaviour: from sexual harassment to political corruption, from bullying to corporate greed. We believe these things are wrong or even evil, but in practice few of us choose to intercede. Why We Act draws on the latest developments in psychology and neuroscience to explain why we act differently in groups than when we are alone, how slippery slopes begin and prosper and where the dissonance lies between good intentions and real action.

Whether you're navigating boardrooms, relationships, or social circles, 48 Laws of Persuasive Power for Women arms you with the tools to effortlessly lead, influence, and win. This isn't about manipulation - it's about mastering the subtle art of persuasion with psychology, strategy, and undeniable feminine charm.

An illuminating look at the surprising upside of ambiguity—and how, properly harnessed, it can inspire learning, creativity, even empathy Life today feels more overwhelming and chaotic than ever. Whether it’s a confounding work problem or a faltering relationship or an unclear medical...

This audio edition is read by the author, Andrew Gold, and includes an exclusive author Q&A. "Andrew Gold is the new Jon Ronson. Smart, funny, brave and deeply thoughtful, The Psychology of Secrets is an absolute must read" - Will Storr, bestselling author of The Status Game and The Science of...

How would your life be different if you could talk to anyone? Imagine being able to confidently approach strangers and instantly be able to engage in an interesting conversation. No matter how socially awkward you feel or how nervous you get speaking in public, you can develop the skills you need to talk with anyone. It’s easier than you think. Addison Bell’s breakthrough audiobook, How to Talk to Anyone will teach you step-by-step how to improve your social skills, communicate effectively, and develop instant rapport with anyone - while reducing your social anxiety.

The Crowd: A Study of the Popular Mind is a seminal work on crowd psychology by Gustave Le Bon (1841-1931), a French social psychologist. He observes that a crowd forms when an influential idea unites a number of individuals and prompts them to act towards a common goal. In a crowd, the conscious personality of the individual is submerged and dominated by the collective mind. Furthermore, every sentiment becomes contagious to a degree that individuals readily sacrifice their personal interest to the collective.