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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. During flow, people typically experience deep enjoyment, creativity, and a total involvement with life. In this new edition of his groundbreaking classic work, Csikszentmihalyi demonstrates the ways this positive state can be controlled, not just left to chance.

A father cleans up after his toddler and imagines a cup that won't spill. An engineer watches people using walkie-talkies and has an idea. A doctor figures out how to deliver patients to the operating room before they die. By studying inventions like these—the sippy cup, the cell phone, and an ingenious hospital bed—we can learn how people imagine their way around "impossible" problems to discover groundbreaking answers. Pagan Kennedy reports on how these enduring methods can be adapted to the twenty-first century.

In today’s high-tech, fast-paced world, no one is immune to stress. Why? Because our lives are too overloaded. Thrive in Overdrive shows you how to rid yourself of the happiness-robbing condition called stress and enjoy a balanced life, but without giving up your overdrive lifestyle that makes sure you stay ahead of the game. The book, written by recognized how-to self-help expert, Dr. Patrick Porter, is based on methods that have been time-tested by over a million clients worldwide. He uses true stories, anecdotes, and deceivingly simple creative visualization exercises to demonstrate ...

D.W. Winnicott's distinctive contribution to our understanding of human development, based on extensive clinical work with babies and young children, is known and valued the world over. In Playing and Reality, he is concerned with the springs of imaginative living and of cultural experience in every sense, with whatever determines an individual's capacity to live creatively and to find life worth living. The ideas expressed here extend the theme first put forward in his paper Transitional Objects and Transitional Phenomena, published in 1953.

Visit a realm in which time and space have no meaning-the astral realm. Written for beginners, this friendly guide presents step-by-step instructions for six easy and effective astral projection techniques.

Whether you are dealing with workplace conflicts, brokering deals, or simply striving for mutually beneficial outcomes, the ability to negotiate effectively is a fundamental asset. Let Halbert Ward be your guru, as he presents "The Art of Conflict - Free Negotiations," a finely crafted manual that will teach you successful negotiation skills, the proper mindset of a negotiator, and how to deal with emotions. Let him be your guide on how to do negotiations with finesse and integrity, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes and sustainable relationships in every interaction.

If your progress towards your goals is slow and you’re frustrated by your efforts seemingly being for nothing, then listen to how the journey of Geoff Sober started in the same way. The first part of the book is autobiographical tracing how Geoff came from anything but an entrepreneurial family background. In fact, most of Geoff’s early life indicated that risk was to be avoided, it was dangerous to step out into the limelight and that it was best to choose safety over adventure.

In an era of terrifying unpredictability, we race to address complex crises with quick, sure algorithms, bullet points, and tweets. How could we find the clarity and vision so urgently needed today by being unsure? Uncertain is about the triumph of doing just that. A scientific adventure set on the front lines of a volatile era, this epiphany of a book by award-winning author Maggie Jackson shows us how to skillfully confront the unexpected and the unknown, and how to harness not-knowing in the service of wisdom, invention, mutual understanding, and resilience.

In Rise Above the Script, psychologist and talent agent Dr. Albert Bramante unravels the hidden drivers behind self-defeat. By strengthening self-belief, managing motivation, optimizing natural talents, and confronting deep-seated fears like failure and success that distort our path, we clear the way for actualizing dormant gifts. Dr. Bramante integrates scientific research on peak performance with insights gained through guiding actors’ careers. Practical strategies help construct unshakable confidence and self-efficacy.

Did you know that listening to Mozart was once believed to make you smarter? The "Mozart Effect" swept the world in the 1990s, promising a musical shortcut to a supercharged brain. But did it ever truly work? In this engaging and easy-to-understand book, we dive into the science behind the Mozart Effect. Learn about the original study that sparked a sensation, how it was popularized, and why the results never quite lived up to the hype. But that's not all! We'll also explore: The real and powerful ways music impacts our minds and emotions. Why we crave quick fixes, and how pseudoscience can...

Behind the smiling faces on most people's social media DPs and posts, there is an aching heart that wished that some aspects of their life could be improved, that some mountains in their life would move away so that they could smile and laugh wholeheartedly.

In Beyond Five Senses, hosts Robyn Landau and Katherine Templar Lewis, experts in neuroscience and neuroaesthetics, invite you on an exploration our extraordinary sensory abilities lying beyond the traditional five as we know them. You will also learn about the superpower-like capabilities of sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch that we often overlook.

In our fast-paced and demanding world, stress has become a constant companion, taking a toll on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being. But what if there was a simple yet powerful tool to alleviate stress and find inner calm? Just Breathe: Reducing Stress Through Writing offers a unique and effective approach to managing stress by harnessing the therapeutic benefits of writing. In this insightful and practical guide, author and writing coach delve into the profound connection between writing and stress reduction. Drawing upon the latest research in psychology and mindfulness, this ...

Dive into the enriching world of personal growth and thriving happiness with "The Seeds of Joy" - your guide to blossoming well-being in the digital age! Immerse yourself into the groundbreaking realm of Positive Psychology with this transformative eBook that provides tools to not only understand the science of happiness but to actively nurture it in every facet of life. "The Seeds of Joy" is a carefully curated journey through the core dimensions of well-being that shape our lives, from the cradle to the golden years. Embark on a voyage of self-discovery with Chapter 1, as it unveils the ...

Após realizar um grande estudo sobre várias personalidades fascinantes e bem-sucedidas–entre políticos, estrategistas, artistas, cientistas e inventores–Robert Greene percebeu que todas essas pessoas, independentemente de sua área, da cultura ou do momento histórico a que pertenciam, seguiram um padrão similar em suas conquistas. E concluiu que o caminho para a maestria pode ser percorrido por qualquer um de nós.

Creativity is the magic sauce that generates ideas to solve problems. We all have it. Creative IQ: Opening the Door to Creativity that Inspires Sustainable Results is a practical guide to accessing your ingenuity with confidence and purpose, free from expectations, judgments, and an annoying inner critic. Renee Russo Martinez teaches you to embrace your out-of-the-box ideas and how to launch your creative problem solving skills to new levels. You will learn about creativity as a process, mindfulness as a way to tap into the process, and the actions needed to become more innovative.

Discover the boundless potential of the human brain with "Mind Over Matter," the transformative eBook that delves deep into the groundbreaking realm of neuroplasticity. This comprehensive tour de force is poised to redefine your understanding of the mind's capacity to evolve and adapt throughout your life. Embark on a captivating journey through the foundations of neuroplasticity, as you explore how modern neuroscience has shattered long-held beliefs about the brain's potential to change. With precision and clarity, "Mind Over Matter" strips away the myths and shines a light on what ...

Introducing "The Genius Within Us": Your Complete Guide to Unlocking Your Inner Creative Genius Are you tired of feeling stuck in your creative pursuits? Do you struggle to come up with fresh new ideas and constantly battle creative blocks? Look no further, because "The Genius Within Us" is here to help you unleash your inner creative genius! What sets creative geniuses apart from the rest of us? Is it natural talent, or something more? In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the psychology of creativity and explore the various factors that contribute to creativity, including mindset, ...

Pregonada como la fuerza motriz de la sociedad, la creatividad es supuestamente la fuente de la economía del conocimiento, que configura las ciudades en las que habitamos y define incluso nuestra política. ¿Qué podría haber de malo en ello? En una réplica brillante y antiintuitiva, Oli Mould nos exhorta a replantearnos la historia que nos están vendiendo. Nos muestra que la creatividad es una forma apenas disimulada de un mercado en continua expansión.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have musical hallucinations? In this brief autobiography, learn about the different types of musical hallucinations which I have experienced, such as "phantom of the opera" music, electronic synth and sitar sounds. Take a journey through sound and discover how I was able to control the pattern of notes I was hearing in the music by making them increase or decrease in pitch. Find out my experience with discovering that I have different forms of synesthesia. Synesthesia is a phenomenon where a stimulus in one of the senses leads to a ...