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"The Psychology of Interpersonal Relations" pioneered the modern field of social cognition. A giant of social psychology, Heider had few students, but his book on social perception had many readers, and its impact continues into the 21st Century, having been cited over 13,000 times. In "The Psychology of Interpersonal Relations," Heider argued that social perception follows many of the same rules of physical object perception, and that the organization...
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We received a lot of feedback from Mr. Joney's first course, "Relationship Repair Strategy." We heard that many students made great progress and achievements from the course, but also welcomed constructive criticisms. According to these suggestions given by students from the first course, we revamped and improved our course to include more targeted operation strategies.
Others are moving forward; what are you waiting for?
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For the first time in its history, this American classic has been completely rewritten. Peggy Post gives us etiquette for today's times. Read by millions since the first edition was published in 1922, Emily Post -- the most trusted name in etiquette -- has always been there to help people navigate every conceivable social situation. The tradition continues with this 100 percent revised and updated edition, which covers the formal, the traditional,...
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A radical new take on the crisis of intimate abuse, Violent Partners argues that as a culture we misunderstand the root causes and basic effects of abuse, and until that changes there is no hope of fixing the problem. Dr. Linda Mills challenges assumptions, tears down myths, and offer solutions, all the while telling riveting stories of couples who have conquered violence in their relationships. In Violent Partners, she describes several programs...
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In Psychological Defenses in Everyday Life, Dr. Robert W. Firestone shares the wisdom and compassion of his thirty years as a clinical psychologist, expounding complex psychological theory in direct and illuminating prose. Important insights on the origins, pervasiveness, and destructiveness of the defensive process are set forth to elaborate upon both the pain and joy of human existence. The authors point the way toward reversing the damaging process...
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"I'll never forgive you!!"
Have you ever said this? It makes you feel justified and vindicated but also leaves you angry, resentful and bitter. It weighs you down.
But isn't forgiveness only a religious thing?
No. The benefits of forgiveness are scientifically validated.
This book is based on science. It is a manual, a guide to equip you with skills to effectively forgive and feel free. It has been developed through decades of clinical experience...
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From the dank cafeteria of PS 28 in the Bronx to the sun-drenched crest of St. Regis Mountain in the Adirondacks, Ralph Maltese's memoir captures the joys and struggles of growing up in the 1950s and 60s. Added to the typical experiences of a baby boomer immersed in the post-war years, then caught up in the turmoil of the Age of Aquarius, are the particular pleasures...and sometimes challenges...of Ralph's extended Italian-American family. Readers...
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Interpersonal Problems presents a complete treatment protocol for therapists working with clients who repeatedly fall into unhealthy patterns in their relationships with friends, family members, coworkers, and romantic partners. These clients may blame others, withdraw when feeling threatened, react defensively in conflicts, or have a deep-seated sense of distrust-all interpersonal problems that damage relationships...
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This workbook is a companion piece to the author's forthcoming book HOW TO SPOT A DANGEROUS MAN BEFORE YOU GET INVOLVED, pub date 12/04. It is created to be used along with the book and also in the author's workshops on how women can make good relationship choices, although it can also be used by itself.
Women who date dangerous men fall into many categories, from the teenager to the divorcee, from the waitress to the professional woman. They often...
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A guide to relationships and dating. Designed to encourage individuals to think through situations that they are involved in. We present the problem; expose the jerky characters; define what real love is and offer the solution. Finally, a set of test questions aids the serious-minded reader to evaluate his or her love relationship with a potential mate. It's all in an effort to find the right person.
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The story of the extraordinary life of Hall of Fame BYU equipment manager Floyd Johnson. Enjoy the memories and association Floyd had with athletes over nearly half a century. From All-American and Heisman Trophy winners to the walk-on who may have never stepped foot on the court, "Brother J" touched them all. He had a soul that reached out to thousands. His words of courage and advice changed the lives of the athletes in this story and will change...
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¿Alguna vez has sentido que estás atrapada en el ciclo interminable de complacer a los demás, sin importar las consecuencias para ti misma? El síndrome de la niña buena es un patrón de comportamiento que afecta principalmente a las mujeres que han sido educadas bajo el principio de la obediencia, la sumisión y la búsqueda de la aprobación ajena. Estas mujeres suelen anteponer las necesidades y deseos de los demás a los suyos propios, y sienten...
14) Cursed
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I'm writing about Alejandro Faust's life-struggle, his exile, his wife, his lover, romantic escapades, his business successes, the jealousy of a partner, the effects of a diabolic curse, his struggle to survive and eventual redemption.
The story begins with a curse, a beautiful woman and Alejandro's first encounter with the intrigues and complexities of European financial circles. It is a new mix of things in his life.... the glamour associated with...
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The principles set forth in this book represent the fastest way to develop intimacy (An intimate relationship is a particularly close relationship between two individuals). This concept deals with relationships….all types of relationships….relationships between parents and children, relationships between business associates, relationships between friends, and long term or dating relationships. Volume 1 deals with dating and long term relationships....
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Many highly skilled professionals find that, after a few years in their industry, their career starts to hit a ceiling. It's not a lack of technical skills that's holding them back but a lack of people skills. These days, just being highly skilled at your job is not enough. You also need to be able to connect with, influence and lead people. If you're in this situation, this is the book for you. Using his proven ENGAGE Model, Executive Coach Duncan...
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La violencia no son solo gritos y golpes. Hay muchas formas de violencia menos espectaculares. Más sutiles. Más insidiosas
A veces, la violencia invisible es «normal». Es «útil». Permite expresar frustración, por ejemplo, o tomar una decisión que nos hace progresar. Sin embargo, en muchas ocasiones, la violencia invisible es «tóxica». No sirve para nada. Peor aún: hace que quien la sufre se hunda en una profunda sensación de naufragio...
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Based on 28 years of research into the problem of resistance, this book offers a consistently developed set of hypotheses centering around the concept of the "fantasy bond," an illusion of connection originally formed with the mother and later with significant others in the individual's environment. The book develops the concept of the core defense of the "fantasy bond" and describes the structure and organization of the overall defensive process....
19) Letters to Bruce
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Norma Jean Campanaro lives on the big island of Hawaii and in Seattle Washington Her inspiration comes from the beauty of the universe the vibrant colors of nature and the philosophy that every moment in life is in Divine order.
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Joseph Telushkin is renowned for his warmth, his erudition, and his richly anecdotal insights, and in Words That Hurt, Words That Heal he focuses these gifts on the words we use in public and in private, revealing their tremendous power to shape relationships. With wit and wide-ranging intelligence, Rabbi Telushkin explains the harm in spreading gossip, rumors, or others' secrets, and how unfair anger, excessive criticism, or lying undermines true...