Kategoria BISAC: Psychology >> Interpersonal Relations

What are the psychological factors in operation when we form groups or crowds, and how are these affected by socio-historical circumstances? History offers endless examples of different forms of human collectivity, both private and public, small-scale and large: from the primal horde to the modern nuclear family, from the Athenian polis to virtual internet communities. Within the context of shifting social bonds in global culture, this book brings together debates on the left from political philosophy, psychoanalysis, social psychology and media and cultural studies to explore the logic of...

Sacred Matters explores the multi-disciplinary literature about the role of religion in family life and provides new research and a new theory about ways various aspects of the sacred are helpful and harmful. The authors hope that their new conceptual framework will stimulate new research and encourage the creation of new intervention programs designed to help families.

Sacred Matters features:

• a new conceptual framework and theory about how, when, and why sacred matters influence family processes and outcomes
• new...

Stop. Let that be the last time. Renowned persuasion expert Joseph Plazo now unveils the very tactics taught in his exclusive Maximum Influence Workshops.

In this packed workbook, you unleash all the tactics that will:

*Reduce irrational resistance to smoldering rubble.

*Channel engagements to delightful win-win outcomes.

*And create enticing spells of irresistible rapport and collaborative endeavor with anyone

Imagine what it would be like to wield such unstoppable power- in the boardroom...

Why do good people stay in bad situations? Too many of us, says Jack Barranger, remain in dead-end jobs and relationships too long, and for the wrong reasons. Knowing When to Quit is a refreshing look at "the staying syndrome" - and how to get over it. Knowing When to Quit will guide you through: - a systematic analysis of your own feelings about your job or relationship. - a hard look at your social environment, including the possibilities for hurting others if you quit. - an examination of the often irrational] reasons people stay in bad situations. - a debunking of the myths - such as...