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Ignorance, whether passive or active, conscious or unconscious, has always been a part of the human condition, Renata Salecl argues. What has changed in our post-truth, postindustrial world is that we often feel overwhelmed by the constant flood of information and misinformation. It sometimes seems impossible to differentiate between truth and falsehood and, as a result, there has been a backlash against the idea of expertise, and a rise in the number of people actively choosing not to know.

American psychologist Abraham H. Maslow (1908-1970) first proposed his "hierarchy of needs" theory in 1943. This theory outlines a classification system of universal human needs that individuals feel driven to fulfill in a prioritized manner, culminating in self-actualization.

Attachment style researcher Alex Kingsman provides a complete list of exercises that help listeners overcome the challenges of being avoidant. As an avoidant himself, Kingsman understands the difficulties and self-blame many that avoidants experience on a day-to-day basis. This workbook, born from years of research, offers a new approach that will lead you towards nurturing fulfilling relationships, without losing your sense of self.

In today's digitally driven world, disaster is only a click away. A rogue tweet can bring down a business; an army of trolls can run a celebrity off-line; and virtual harassment might cause real psychological damage. Shame Nation is the first book to both explore the fascinating phenomenon of online shaming and offer practical guidance and inspiring advice on how to prevent and protect against cyber blunders and faceless bullies. Author and acclaimed Internet safety expert Sue Scheff unveils all sides of an issue that is only becoming more relevant day.

Do you possess all the qualities required to succeed at work? Do you have what it takes to build fulfilling, gratifying, and rewarding personal relationships? What if you were told there is a superpower that exists within all of us to help us enjoy more satisfying personal and professional relationships? The secret for building solid personal and business relationships is unfortunately not what we learn in educational institutes. It isn't technical expertise or fancy degrees or knowledge. The most crucial factor for success in life is an attribute called emotional intelligence.

Follow a crawling baby around and you’ll see that right from the beginning, nothing excites us more than something new and different. Our unique human brains are biologically primed to engage with and even generate novelty, from our ancestors’ first bow and arrow to the latest tablet computer. This “neophilia” has enabled us to thrive in a world of cataclysmic change, but now, we confront an unprecedented deluge of new things, from products to information, which has quadrupled in the past 30 years and shows no sign of slowing.

Double standards are nothing new. Women deal with them every day. Take the common truism that women who sleep around are sluts while men are studs. Why is it that men grow distinguished and sexily gray as they age while women just get saggy and haggard? Have you ever wondered how a young woman is supposed to both virginal and provocatively enticing at the same time?

Why do three out of four professional football players go bankrupt? How can illiterate jungle dwellers pass a test that tricks Harvard philosophers? And why do billionaires work so hard - only to give their hard-earned money away? When it comes to making decisions, the classic view is that humans are eminently rational. But growing evidence suggests instead that our choices are often irrational, biased, and occasionally even moronic. Which view is right - or is there another possibility?

Vous vous sentez différent des autres. Vous êtes bousculé par trop d'émotions, trop de pensées, trop de sensations. Vous vous en voulez de ne pas être calme, raisonnable, zen. En réalité, vous avez un don. Apprenez à l'exploiter. Je suis hypersensible et, pour comprendre ce qui m'arrive, j’ai mené une enquête.

“Manipulators in Business” is your tactical guide to spotting, neutralizing, and outsmarting hidden influence in corporate environments. Rooted in psychology, real-world corporate dynamics, and proven power analysis, this audiobook exposes the unseen playbook manipulators use and arms you with clear, practical strategies to protect yourself and rise above them.

Around the world, people are facing high and rising levels of mental health problems. There exist effective treatments, but they largely are not reaching people in need. In Mental Health Interventions in Everyday Life, renowned author Alan E. Kazdin examines how the integration of a set of everyday solutions can help people deal with depression, anxiety, loneliness, social isolation, and stress.

Discover how to balance kindness with assertiveness to achieve what you want in every area of life. Do you ever feel torn between being compassionate and standing your ground? Many people struggle to communicate with confidence without losing their empathetic touch. It often leads to feeling misunderstood, undervalued, or stuck. But there is a way to be kind and still come out on top.

In Brain Hacking Secrets, you’ll learn how to reprogram your mind, sharpen your focus, and unlock powerful routines that drive real success—at work, in relationships, and in life. Whether you struggle with procrastination, mental clutter, or habits that hold you back, this audiobook gives you the tools to take control of your thoughts and design a smarter, more resilient brain.

You didn’t imagine it. The gaslighting, the manipulation, the twisted blame games—They broke you. But you’re not broken. This isn’t therapy fluff. This is the raw truth, forged in hell and told by someone who’s walked through it. You gave everything—And they still made you feel like not enough. Now? You're done playing nice. You're done chasing apologies that never come. This audiobook isn’t just healing. It’s a weapon.

Do you want the power to influence anyone, anytime, anywhere? Unlock the hidden tactics of persuasion used by master manipulators, leaders, and social influencers. Dark Persuasion Tactics reveals the psychological strategies that shape decisions, influence emotions, and win arguments — without them even knowing.

Unlock the science behind behavioral control, covert persuasion, and strategic influence. In Behavior Hacking, you'll discover 7 powerful psychological triggers used by top negotiators, leaders, and manipulators to shape decisions, shift perception, and control outcomes—without detection. Whether you're in business, relationships, or social situations, these practical tools will change the way you operate. Learn how to read minds, steer conversations, and gain the upper hand using real psychological principles.

In a world full of noise, pressure, and distraction, it’s easy to lose sight of your power. Unlock You is a bold, no-fluff roadmap for reclaiming your clarity, building unstoppable confidence, and designing a life that aligns with your deepest purpose.

Do you ever feel like someone’s pulling your strings? What if you could flip the script — and take back control? Dark Psychology Secrets is your ultimate guide to mastering the covert tactics used by manipulators, narcissists, and persuasive elites — and using those same tools to protect yourself, influence others, and dominate any social encounter.

In a world driven by persuasion, perception, and psychological pressure, Mind Control Secrets exposes the covert techniques used to shape thoughts, steer decisions, and influence behavior—often without you even knowing. Whether it's in relationships, leadership, sales, or everyday conversation, these 21 real-world strategies reveal how influence truly works beneath the surface.

Unlock the hidden forces of persuasion, influence, and mind hacking with this comprehensive guide to dark psychology and emotional control. Whether you want to protect yourself from manipulation or master the art of persuasion, this book reveals the psychological triggers that shape human behavior.