About Astra Niedra: Astra is a facilitator and teacher of Voice Dialogue and the Psychology of Selves, a unique approach to personal growth that involves working with the parts, or inner selves, of the psyche. She writes about using this empowering and life-changing work in day-to-day life, focusing on relationships and parenting. What inspires you to write? The desire to share the things I've learnt through my own quest to answer the big life questions. I had studied all kinds of … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Astra Niedra
On Rotting Prison Straw by Roman Gelperin
In Stalin’s Russia, when prison sentences stretched ten, fifteen, and twenty-five years, the future Nobel Prize winner Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn found himself incarcerated in its genocidal “corrective” labor camps (the so-called Gulag of the Soviet Union). His crime: expressing anti-Stalinist opinions in a letter to a friend. A devout Communist at his arrest, condemned to be worked to death in the frozen wastelands of Russia, he underwent instead a profound psychological transformation, broke free … [Read more...] about On Rotting Prison Straw by Roman Gelperin
The Master Mind of the Self-Actualizing Person by Roman Gelperin
Enlightenment!—You may spend your whole life seeking it, but never find it. You may never search for it or even know that it’s possible, but reach it by accident. And you may live out your life ignorant of its existence, and die having never discovered your highest potential for happiness, self-mastery, and creative brilliance. The enlightened psychologist Abraham Maslow was the first to scientifically describe the fully enlightened person—which he called the “self-actualizing person.” Building … [Read more...] about The Master Mind of the Self-Actualizing Person by Roman Gelperin
Interview with Author – Erin Banks
About Erin Banks: Erin Banks is a Northern German-born Specialist In Media & Information Sciences, Simultaneous Interpreter, Autism Advocate and writer with Scandinavian and American roots who currently resides in the UK. She used to own the CrimePiper Wordpress blog and still helps manage it. She has contributed chapters to French author Anne Cossé’s book, “Could YOU Be Autistic? How One Realizes They Are On The Spectrum,” and to her mentor Kevin M. Sullivan’s sixth book on the Ted … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Erin Banks
Ted Bundy: Examining The Unconfirmed Survivor Stories by Erin Banks
“Ted Bundy: Examining The Unconfirmed Survivor Stories,” is the first publication to collate the known and often discussed stories of those individuals who shared their encounters with Ted Bundy decades after the execution of the serial killer. It compares these reports with data compiled by investigators, psychologists and contemporaries of Ted Bundy, as found in police files, psychological assessments and relevant literature. Includes thorough investigations into the accounts of “Blondie” … [Read more...] about Ted Bundy: Examining The Unconfirmed Survivor Stories by Erin Banks
You Can’t Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson
You Can't Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson How do you live an authentic life while keeping a secret? This award-winning memoir chronicles one woman’s struggle to be true to herself as she grapples with the ramifications of accepting that she’s gay amid the religious, social and legal norms of the Sixties. Growing up in a fundamentalist Christian household, and fearing the rejection of her parents, she keeps the secret of her love orientation for many … [Read more...] about You Can’t Buy Love Like That: Growing Up Gay in the Sixties by Carol Anderson
Interview with Author – Dr. LaRonda Starling
About Dr. LaRonda Starling: Dr. LaRonda Starling is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, a National Certified Counselor, and an adjunct professor at a Christian university. She has earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Master of Science degree in Counseling, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology. As a clinician, Dr. Starling provides therapeutic services (psychological assessment and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Dr. LaRonda Starling
Emma’s Gift: Furry Friends through Many Lifetimes by Katherine Mayfield
"This heart-touching memoir is a celebration of the eternal bond between cats and humans that will resonate with anyone who has ever had a special cat in their life." - ConsciousCat.net Award-winning memoirist Katherine Mayfield's obsession with cats led her to rescue an abandoned kitty, Emma, who taught the author about love and respect, and confirmed her belief in reincarnation. Facing the loss of Emma after a 17-year relationship, the author embarked on a search for a deeper relationship … [Read more...] about Emma’s Gift: Furry Friends through Many Lifetimes by Katherine Mayfield
Is it about that boy? The Shocking Trauma of Aversion Therapy by Jeremy Gavins
Jeremy is a gay boy brought up in a Catholic Household in Yorkshire, UK, where sex and love are taboo subjects. Sex on TV is deemed to be sinful; homosexuality especially so. He feels unloved and fears his parents finding out he is gay. At school in 1970 aged sixteen, he falls in love with Stephen. For Jeremy, Stephen is the most beautiful boy in the world. With Stephen, he finds love and acceptance. In 1972, Jeremy realises their relationship will finish at the end of their final … [Read more...] about Is it about that boy? The Shocking Trauma of Aversion Therapy by Jeremy Gavins
Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads
Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads Hans Rosling challenges everything you thought you knew about the world in his groundbreaking book, Factfulness. Think you know what percent of the world is vaccinated? Or many people have access to electricity? Rosling proves that whatever you think, you're most likely wrong. Learn how to fight your own personal bias and get a more realistic perspective on the world with Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong about the World — and Why Things … [Read more...] about Summary & Analysis of Factfulness by ZIP Reads
Interview with Author – Beth Burgess
About Beth Burgess: Beth Burgess was once a total mess and is now a respected therapist, coach, and writer. Following her own quest to become wiser, she founded Wiseism.com, to share what she has learned. "Instant Wisdom: 10 Easy ways to Get Smart Fast" is the first in the Wiseism series. Beth's previous books include: "What Is Self-Esteem?", "The Recovery Formula", and "The Happy Addict". She also contributed two papers to "Addiction and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Beth Burgess
Summary & Analysis of The Culture Code by ZIP Reads
Summary & Analysis of The Culture Code by ZIP Reads What are the three secret ingredients to a winning team? Here's a hint: talent isn't one of them. Author Daniel Coyle shares his secrets to creating a successful organizational culture. Drawing from various examples, Coyle shows that everyone--from companies to comedy troupes--can have success with three simple conditions. What does this ZIP Reads Summary Include? - Synopsis of the original book - A detailed overview of each … [Read more...] about Summary & Analysis of The Culture Code by ZIP Reads
