Human Development

GRAMMY NOMINEE This unique, boundary pushing audiobook features original music by Questlove and members of The Roots with vocal guest appearances from Fred Armisen, Tariq Trotter, Dion Flynn, Robin Thede, ""Suga"" Steve Mandel, Norm MacDonald, Ludo Lefebvre, and Molly Kelly. Questlove -...

Through vivid stories studded with insights, award-winning author Tamim Ansary tells the story of how humans invented history, from the Stone Age to the Virtual Age. Fifty thousand years ago, we roamed the world as countless autonomous bands of hunter-gatherers, each one telling itself a story...

What do influence people’s behavior? Why people think what they think, say what they say, do what they do? And what if you could analyze what’s behind their words and their actions? You could read them like an open book. You could influence them, even manipulate them. Don't worry, you're going to learn it. In this 3-books-in-1 guide, you’ll find all the answers you're looking for about people’s behavior and manipulation.

So often, books about learning to be more persuasive assume that everyone wants to dominate and control their worlds. They assume, so much of the time, that people are cynical, cruel, and just looking for power so that they can start stepping on people. That is not the case with this audiobook! Quite the contrary, this book will give you a road map to ensure that you are not only capable of defending yourself against bullies, con men, and cruelty but that you are capable of making other people's lives better, too.

Powerful techniques to influence decisions, Learn exactly what to say and convince people to get what you want do you struggle dealing with people to trigger desired action? Do you think you lack effective communication skills to convince people? Do people ignore or reject your offer and life seems unfair to you? Do you often dream about getting a magic wand that you show to people and get what you want from them? If answer to any or all of the above answers is yes, then you are on the right place now.

This new expanded edition contains a protocol to develop and hone critical decision-making instincts and make them habitual. This new chapter is read by the author. The instant #1 New York Times, #1 Wall Street Journal, #1 USA Today bestseller answers the world’s most complex question: How do...

This is a cutting-edge tour de force that traces human family life from its origins in Africa over 20 million years ago to the Internet dating sites and bedrooms of today. It's got it all: the copulatory gaze and other natural courting ploys; the who, when, where, and why of adultery; love addictions; Fisher's discovery of four broad chemically based personality styles and what each seeks in romance; the newest data on worldwide (biologically based) patterns of divorce....

This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to manipulate the psyche of a man to the extent that he feels incomplete without you. Breaking up and making up are both parts of a relationship that you should be able to deal with in case you plan on getting yourself in one. When you break up with your partner, it is wise to acknowledge what has happened. Give the person doing the breaking up some time to cool off - this can also be called the no contact rule.

Have you ever felt like your message isn’t landing, your voice isn’t being heard, or your words aren’t creating the impact you want? In The Seven Frequencies of Communication, world-renowned speaker and bestselling author Erwin Raphael McManus unveils a groundbreaking framework to help you master the art of connection and unlock the potential of your words. Every conversation has the power to ignite possibility—or extinguish it.

Since the dawn of civilization, men and women have been magnetically and irresistibly drawn together into romantic relationships, not so much by what they see, feel and think, but more by invisible forces. When individuals with healthy emotional backgrounds meet, the irresistible love force creates a sustainable, reciprocal and stable relationship. Codependents and emotional manipulators are similarly enveloped in a seductive dreamlike state; however, it will later unfold into a painful seesaw of love, pain, hope and disappointment.

José Silva was a major inspiration for the evolution of humankind. His life story brings you two major benefits as you listen to this book. First, you will discover how one man harnessed scientific and spiritual powers to develop a method to use more of the mind, and how he used those powers heroically to overcome scientific and spiritual opposition. Second, you will gain insight into and a practical understanding of the Silva Mind Control Method for enhancing your own quality of life.

Find out why book reviewers have said: "Everyone on planet earth should get this book." Listen, and you will find the tips and insights you need to understand what people are really saying when they talk to you, deal effectively with difficult people in your life, come across confidently in interviews, lead high performing teams, work effectively with almost anyone, take charge of your own actions and reactions, and finally, understand other people! Winner of the gold award by Readers Favorite for best book on relationships.

More than 100 years ago, the American philosopher William James wrote that the knowledge that we must die is "the worm at the core" of the human condition - a universally shared fear that informs all our thoughts and actions, from the great art we create to the devastating wars we wage.

A groundbreaking exploration of why we want what we want, and a toolkit for freeing ourselves from chasing unfulfilling desires. Gravity affects every aspect of our physical being, but there’s a psychological force just as powerful—yet almost nobody has heard of it. It’s responsible for...

With unequaled insight and brio, David Brooks, the New York Times columnist and bestselling author of Bobos in Paradise, has long explored and explained the way we live. Now, with the intellectual curiosity and emotional wisdom that make his columns among the most read in the nation, Brooks...

Living an Orgasmic Life is written for anyone who finds sex challenging or feels uncomfortable with their sex life. Women who are alienated from their erotic side due to sexual abuse or trauma will find a healing balm here. Women who can't surrender into pleasure, can't sustain intimacy, or want to reclaim and feel empowered in their sexuality will greatly benefit from this book. Living an Orgasmic Life explores the many reasons that cause women to disconnect from their sexuality.

“This book will make a world of difference in the lives of people with OCD.” —Eric Hollander, M.D., Compulsive, Impulsive & Anxiety Disorders Program, Mt. Sinai School of Medicine The definitive classic that has helped more than 400,000 people defeat obsessive-compulsive behavior, with...

A diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights how parents can avoid common mistakes and misconceptions, and make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are. Most resources available for parents come from psychologists, educators, and doctors, offering...

What sets this comprehensive guide apart from other publications is its holistic approach. It delves into the realms of psychology, sociology, neurology, and anthropology, weaving together a tapestry of knowledge that provides a comprehensive understanding of human nature. With the author's expertise and scholarly research, this book paints a vivid picture of the human mind and offers practical insights that can be applied in real-life situations.

La primera parte de este libro incluye: las ocho leyes de la conducta humana y cómo la gente manipuladora usa estos comportamientos para su propio provecho, los seis principios científicos de la persuasión y cómo un manipulador los usará para persuadir a cualquiera para que esté de acuerdo con él, aparentemente por voluntad propia, y mas!