Creativity

Think of The War of Art as tough love...for yourself. Since 2002, The War of Art has inspired people around the world to defeat "resistance"; to recognize and knock down dream-blocking barriers and to silence the naysayers within us....

Psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's famous investigations of "optimal experience" have revealed that what makes an experience genuinely satisfying is a state of consciousness called flow.

An audio compilation ofSteal Like an Artist, Show Your Workand Keep Going. Read by the author, it’s the bestselling and transformative series on how to unlock your creativity, find community and an audience in the digital age, and stay focused, creative and true to yourself—for life. ...

There's a mantra real writers know but wannabe writers don’t. And the secret phrase is this: "Nobody wants to read your shit." Recognizing this painful truth is the first step in the writer's transformation from amateur to professional....

Flames That Light the Heart brings listeners into the company of author and teacher Mark Nepo for a rich conversation on the life of transformation and the heartwork that is required to be a spirit in the world. The intention: to help you live with meaning, truth, and kindness....

Part psychological study, part self-help book, Finding Flow is a prescriptive guide that helps us reclaim ownership of our lives....

In this inspiring follow-up to Think Like a Nobel Prize Winner, physicist and author Brian Keating reveals how Nobel laureates harness deep concentration, radical prioritization, and collaborative intensity to produce paradigm-shifting discoveries—and how you can too.

A revolutionary program for creating anything, from a functional kitchen to a computer program, to a work of art, Robert Fritz demonstrates that any of us has the innate power to create.

Clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill offers a science-backed guide to stop spinning your wheels, identify your genius, and focus your most precious resource—your energy—on what matters most.

From the creator of Dilbert and author of Reframe Your Brain , the bestselling guidebook to spotting and avoiding loserthink is back—with new content to introduce the second edition.

Have you written a story with an exciting concept and interesting characters - but it just isn't grabbing the attention of readers or agents....

What is writing? Can anybody do it? What's the best way to get started? And keep going? Over a decade ago...

An expanded edition of the classic on creativity by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes guides you through the dark labryinths of the psyche in search of la chispa....

In this conversational and action-oriented book, Chandler Bolt presents the proven path from blank page to published author and your first 10,000 copies sold....

Would you like to stop beating yourself up and start harnessing the power of self-compassion? Wish you could take the risks you need to take to succeed? Listen to find out more....

Playing music should be as simple and natural as drawing a breath, yet most musicians are hindered by self-consciousness, apprehension, self-doubt, and stress. Before we can truly express our inner self, we must first learn to be at peace and overcome the distractions....

On our artist's journey, we move past resistance and past self-sabotage. We discover our true selves and our authentic calling, and we produce the works we were born to create....

Lessons in finding freedom, fulfilment and joy wherever you are, and what living a life less ordinary can teach us about what it really means to be human, from the hugely popular content creator, Adam Lind AKA @adam.floatinghome

Outsmart your lazy and undisciplined tendencies. Become a productivity machine and achieve your goals in record time. Procrastination is the monster that we are always running from. It lurks around every corner, and can completely sabotage your life....

The Story Grid breaks down the component parts of stories to identify the problems. And finding the problems in a story is almost as difficult as the writing of the story itself (maybe even more difficult)....

ry these ingenious, Zen-based exercises to expand your writing skills ¿ or just for fun....

In this fascinating exploration of the surprising power of questioning, innovation expert Warren Berger reveals that powerhouse businesses like Google, Nike, and Netflix, as well as hot Silicon Valley startups like Pandora and Airbnb, are fueled by the ability to ask questions.

The personal development industry doesn't want you to read this book. They tell you to control your thoughts. Conquer your fear. Train your mindset. They’re wrong. The truth? Listening to your mind is what’s been keeping you stuck. Josh Pais was raised in a world most of us can’t imagine...

How to learn effectively when you have to be both the teacher and student. Work smarter and save yourself countless hours....

What if your biggest risk in life is playing it safe? In Never Play It Safe, bestselling author, award-winning photographer, and founder of CreativeLive, Chase Jarvis, reveals that safety is an illusion—a comforting lie that’s holding you back from true fulfillment and extraordinary success...

100% scientific and proven ways to stop freezing, survive small talk, and finally feel confident in any social setting. Forget vague advice like “just be yourself.” This book turns decades of psychological research into practical, no-fluff strategies that anyone can use to become instantly more confident, approachable, and socially skilled. In Science-Based Social Skills, internationally bestselling author Patrick King distills over 25 studies on social perception, likability, and charisma into step-by-step tools you can apply right away.

Become the perfect host and learn how to foster community as an adult with this modern guide to hosting every type of gathering. In a world that often feels disconnected and transactional, there's nothing more radically hospitable than welcoming people into your space, your table, and your life...

Creativity Engineered reframes creativity as the master key for adaptation and renewal. Grounded in up-to-date insights from neuroscience, psychology, design, and ethics, it shows that creativity isn’t an accident of genius—it’s a disciplined, trainable system anyone can build and apply. This book pairs clear, research-literate explanation with actionable frameworks for working with (not against) uncertainty—and for collaborating wisely with AI.

You know there’s more to your stressed reality than meets the eye. Ancient lineages—from Taoist Qigong masters to Yogis—believed the universe is alive with energy, consciousness, and possibility. Today, cutting-edge neuroscience and quantum theory reveal that these traditions were never mere myths, but rather precise maps to the frontier of human existence. In this book, you’ll learn how the world of modern stressors is a myth instead.

Discover the inimitable genius of Ray Bradbury as he explores the art of writing, the power of creativity, and the timeless appeal of storytelling in this collection of essays that are part masterclass, part memoir, featuring a new introduction by Dan Chaon. In Zen in the Art of Writing, Ray...

Many OCD sufferers fail to improve using the standard exposure-response prevention (ERP) treatment. But, as clinical psychologist Michael Alcée contends, it’s not the patients who are failing the treatment, but rather the treatment that is failing the patients. Using vivid case examples, practical exercises, personal anecdotes, and inspiring stories, The Upside of OCD shows sufferers and therapists the creative powers that allow OCD sufferers to see the world with such unique depth, feeling, and intensity.

Drawing from neurobiology and social psychology, The Secret Mind presents dreaming as a practice for both personal and global development. With Buckner's simple tools and exercises, a more beautiful, creative world is just a dream away.

We’re taught to follow the rules, fit in, and take the safest path—but history’s greatest innovators did the opposite. They procrastinated, they broke the rules, they quit at the right time, and they embraced ideas that seemed crazy… until they changed the world. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit in, like your ideas are “too weird,” or like the conventional path isn’t for you—this book will prove you’re in good company.

The Seven Dimensions of Meaning is not your average self-help book. It’s a mirror, a machete, and a manual. Written by Hairprofessor Young—hairstylist, philosopher, salon owner, and author of over 22 books—this powerful guide takes you beyond success and into significance. With humor, hard-earned wisdom, and real barbershop grit, Hairprofessor Young shows how every man is chasing something: wealth, joy, purpose, love, career, growth, or health. But very few stop to ask which of these dimensions truly drive them—and which ones are being silently ignored.

BE CREATIVE is one of a series of card and communication games that are designed to be both entertaining and stimulate discussion about these topics. They can be played just for fun at a party or to have a serious discussion.

Deep down, you long to use your voice, make an impact, and live with purpose—whether through writing, speaking, coaching, podcasting, or entrepreneurship. But fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt keep you from stepping fully into the light. In Shine Bright, you’ll discover your unique message, move past the fear of being seen, and share your story with confidence.

What if a book didn’t tell you how to live louder—but reminded you that you already know how? Volume On is not a self-help manual. It’s not a workbook. It’s not a guide filled with steps or rules. It’s something different. It’s a mixtape for your soul—built not from instruction, but from ignition. This bold, genre-defying audiobook by A.J. Salara is a curated collection of short, fictional snapshots—called “tracks”—each one a vivid moment of motion and meaning. Some unfold in boardrooms, others in art studios, coffee shops, gyms, rooftops, or quiet soul-lit rooms.

Boundless is more than a book - it's a transformative adventure. Through whimsical rhymes and insightful reflections, the book offers an enlightening roadmap for navigating life's ups and downs with courage and clarity. During a time of global uncertainty, Kathy's wisdom and the Noisy Spirits' boundless energy inspire you to shift your perspective, rediscover purpose, and embrace challenges with an open heart.

A happy, passionate marriage is well on its way — You just have to make these insightful, creative, and essential conversations first!

The Patient’s Handbook is not written by a doctor, therapist, or guru—it’s written by someone just like you. Diagnosed with bipolar I, PTSD, ADHD, and having walked through psychosis and despair, Anthony Jacob Braaten offers this compassionate and down-to-earth guide as a lifeline for anyone eager to reclaim their joy, peace, and purpose.