Game Psychology

Getting Gamers will show that rather than being a waste of time, video games can help us develop skills, make friends, succeed at work, form good habits, and be happy. Taking the time to learn what's happening in our heads as we play and shop allows us to approach games and gaming communities on our own terms and get more out of them. With examples from the games themselves, Jamie Madigan offers a fuller understanding of the impact of games on our psychology and the influence of psychology on our games.

Think you can’t get conned? Think again. The New York Times best-selling author of Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes explains how to spot the con before they spot you. A compelling investigation into the minds, motives, and methods of con artists - and the people who fall for their cons over and over again. From multimillion-dollar Ponzi schemes to small-time frauds, Konnikova pulls together a selection of fascinating stories to demonstrate what all cons share in common, drawing on scientific, dramatic, and psychological perspectives.

Poker is a game of many different concepts and ideas, and the relative importance of these ideas has changed over the years as different forms of poker gain and lose popularity. But the underlying theory of how to approach poker, and in particular no-limit hold ’em, still remains the same. Since 2005, David Sklansky and Mason Malmuth have each been writing four essays a year, covering a variety of topics, for the monthly Two Plus Two Online Poker Strategy Magazine. Some of these essays are easy reading, while some of them address the more challenging aspects of advanced poker theory, but ...

Unlock the Hidden Key to Trading Success: Your Mindset In the fast-paced world of trading, success isn’t just about market strategies or mastering technical analysis—it’s about mastering yourself. In "The Trader’s Mindset: 21 Rules to Master Your Psychology and Win in the Trading Game", seasoned traders Apurva Parikh and Ravi Bhatt share their hard-earned wisdom from decades of navigating the highs and lows of the markets. Have you ever made emotional trades driven by fear, greed, or impatience? You’re not alone. Most traders struggle not because they lack knowledge, but because ...

Francis Ouimet and Harry Vardon came from different worlds and different generations, but their passion for golf set them on parallel paths that would collide in the greatest match their sport had ever known.

Whether your goal is to prepare your child for a healthy relationship to technology or to curb unhealthy amounts of time spent gaming, How to Raise a Healthy Gamer will help you better understand, communicate with, and—ultimately—empower your gaming enthusiast to live their best life.

'I'm impressed ... I can't wait to put the theory to the test.... A very readable exercise for the golfer who wants to understand the basics of the swing and how to put them to work.... I totally recommend this book to all golfers.' Golf Today, November 2012 'Simply, this is the best golf book written in recent years. Highly recommended.' Dan Parks, Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Applied Golf Research, December 2012 The Golf Swing answers that eternal question: why is the golf swing so frustratingly difficult? And the answer is - because we make it difficult. This book explains the problem - ...

What if the mystery of market crashes stems from a simple but total misunderstanding of our own minds? Could everything we think we know about ourselves - intelligence and rationality versus emotion and irrationality - be wildly off the mark? Simply put: yes. With these words, Denise Shull introduces her radical - and supremely rational - approach to risk. Her vision stems from the indisputable fact that human beings can't make any decision at all without emotion and that emotion gets the first - and last - word when it comes to our perceptions and judgments.

In this inspirational fable, Jack McKee is a professional golfer who has just suffered through the most humiliating meltdown of his career. After years of struggle, he is ready to quit on his dream. He has convinced himself he doesn't have what it takes to make it on the PGA Tour. In an attempt to figure out why his career has ended up the way it has, Jack reaches out to one of the game's greatest former players for advice. This legendary golfer teaches Jack that the problem is not in his swing, but in his mind.

This isn't your average dating advice recycled into a stiff monologue. The Pickup Artist Bible is a bold, voice-guided field manual packed with 35 proven, street-tested techniques designed specifically for audio learners who want to hear, absorb, and apply pickup mastery-on the go. Whether you're at the gym, on your commute, or pre-gaming before a night out, this audiobook trains your mindset, sharpens your instincts, and prepares you to connect with women-anywhere, anytime.

Con men are artists of persuasion and exploiters of trust. They hold a deep, enigmatic fascination for us. But how do they do it? Whether it's a suspicious-looking email or a multimillion-dollar global swindle, Maria Konnikova investigates the psychological principles that underlie each stage of the confidence game and the profile of both the con artist and his mark.

Feeling overwhelmed and lost in the world of mind games and dark psychology is far more common than you might think. But all hope is not lost. Understanding the tangled web of manipulation is easier when armed with the right knowledge and strategies. Many survivors of narcissistic abuse have tread this path before, emerging stronger and more confident. This book, Dark Psychology and Mind Games In Love, is your key to navigating these treacherous waters and empowering yourself and those around you.

Featuring a wealth of sample puzzles ranging from simple to extremely challenging, this lively and engaging book brings together many of the most ingenious puzzles ever devised, including the "Hardest Logic Puzzle Ever", metapuzzles, paradoxes, and the logic puzzles in detective stories.

If you are wondering what it takes to control your own luck and success, you may have sought knowledge from a few self-help books already. But if you still feel like you are missing out on something, yes you are! Emory Green brings you five audiobooks in one compelling bundle series, with controversial yet eye-opening topics that other mainstream psychology books won’t talk about.

Discover the secrets that make winning for those who succeed nearly automatic ! In Mental Training For Winning, you’ll learn how to quickly and easily imprint your subconscious brain with the best skills in your sport. You’ll combine the inner game with sport psychology to achieve instant success in practise and competition. This self-help book combines the best and latest in cutting edge personal development and personal growth. ● How the pros win championships and Olympic athletes win gold medals ● The fastest way to win and view yourself as a winner ● How to edit out mistakes ...

If you are stuck in someone's control or don't want to be, you must know this favorite mind game of great manipulators. It is so powerful that most people won't be able to detect it even for many years of being enslaved. Why? Gaslighting is a very common method of manipulation that when intentionally or even unintentionally used, you'll be so influenced emotionally that you cannot think for yourself or for your own good. Sound nasty? It is. But you'll never know when you're participating as the inflictor or the prey until you explore this book.

Dive into the world of golf tailored especially for young girls, exploring the unique challenges and rewards the sport has to offer. This comprehensive guide doesn’t just cover the basics of the game; it delves deeply into the mental strategies that set great players apart. From handling pressure on the final hole to building resilience after a bad round, "Golf for Young Girls" is both a primer on the sport and a deep exploration of the psychological aspects that can empower every young golfer. Featuring personal stories from female golf champions, practical exercises, and insightful tips...

Unleash a resilient mind and unstoppable game in just weeks, even if balancing sports and life feels overwhelming. Are you struggling with performance anxiety? Do you grapple with self-doubt, making you question your skills during critical moments in sports? Are you in need of resilience to bounce back from setbacks like injuries or academic pressure? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. Most young athletes and their supporting parents feel this way all too often. But those challenges can be transformed into strengths with the tested techniques ...

A Golf Book for Personal Growth, Focus, and Lifelong Fulfillment Looking for a meaningful gift for the golfer in your life—or for yourself? Mastering Golf and Life: A Journey to Fulfillment, Success, and Beyond reveals how the timeless wisdom of the course can empower you to succeed far beyond the green. Imagine a book that bridges the serenity of golf with the chaos of daily life. One that helps you cultivate patience, focus, and inner strength to overcome setbacks, grow with purpose, and align your mindset for success. This is more than a book about golf—it’s a guide to mastering ...

Este libro es una obra maestra, única, que tiene muchos consejos útiles para entender la naturaleza de las relaciones humanas. Según el Dr. Eric Berne, los juegos son patrones de comportamiento entre individuos que pueden indicar sentimientos o emociones ocultas. Estamos jugando todo el tiempo - juegos sexuales, juegos maritales, juegos de poder con nuestros jefes y juegos competitivos con nuestros amigos.