Social Help

Another Self explains why we sometimes take on the physical, emotional, and even mental states of others. Dr Cindy Engel brings together research into social perception and interpersonal physiology to explain how and why our thoughts and feelings are not always entirely our own. Do you wince when you see someone stub their toe, feel your throat tighten when a friend cries, or know what someone is going to say just before they say it? New evidence reveals that a tendency to 'catch' others' emotional and physiological condition is not merely a quirk of a few sensitive individuals but a ...

Communication is one of the primary keys in succeeding in life, but it’s also one of the most challenging things to master. With so many words you can possibly say and with the automatic reactions you have, it’s usually difficult to communicate well. Fortunately, this book contains helpful tips on how to better speak and listen to different people. This book will help you develop effective communication skills you can use in all aspects of your daily life. And you will learn why just being an effective listener can instantly elevate your ability to communicate well.

Part catharsis, part diagnosis, this divinely wry collection from New Yorker and McSweeney's satirist Eli Grober will strike a chord with those who are dismayed by the chaos of our times. None of it will help—but a few good laughs won't hurt. Probably.

On any given day, most of us are barely hanging on. Countless questions bombard our brains and we ask, “Where is the Lord’s mercy and grace in all of this confusion? Does He still care? Why is fear winning over my faith at the moment? Lord, I need You!!!” The answer I’ve found to these questions is seeking Him more. When I call on the Lord and sit still long enough to hear His still small voice, I find the pit I dug for myself wasn’t as deep as I’d imagined. He was ready to rescue me from whatever I was going through. And He will do the same for you. God will give you and me ...

I have a unicorn for a pet. She’s my best friend. We do many cool things together - eating breakfast, racing across the meadow, then sliding down the rainbow, and a lot more.... But most importantly, my unicorn is very wise and smart and often sits with me for hours to talk about important things. Recently she taught me that I’m not only growing up with a bigger body, but I also need to grow my heart and soul.... She explained and encouraged me to develop a growth mindset, and how challenges makes me stronger.

Kidnosis Storytelling: Anger Management – Helping Children Find Calm Through 10 Short Magical Stories 📖 By Hypnotist Mark Anthony Empower Your Child with the Magic of Storytelling! Does your child struggle with managing anger or big emotions? Kidnosis Storytelling: Anger Management is a heartwarming collection of hypnotic, metaphor-based stories designed to help children navigate their feelings, find inner calm, and build emotional resilience in a fun and engaging way. Written by certified hypnotherapist Mark Anthony, this book harnesses the power of therapeutic storytelling to create ...

You’re a teenager wrestling with shifting identities, evolving friendships, and a whirlwind of emotions. On top of that, the adult world is already knocking on your door with its expectations and responsibilities. That’s where The Teenager’s Guide to Adulting Skills and Life Hacks comes in. This isn’t your typical boring “self-help” guidebook; it’s your secret sauce to crushing the chaos of teen life.

Sadie Wynn doesn't want a new life; her old one suits her just fine. But times are hard in drought-plagued Missouri, and Daddy thinks they'll be better off in Texas. Sadie hates this strange new place, where even children must work at the cannery to help make ends meet and people are rude to her disabled father. Yet when trouble comes, it is the kindness of these new neighbors that helps the family make it through.

Let’s Take The Crap Out of Psychotherapy (Paperback – March 3, 2025) by Yildiz Sethi is a groundbreaking guide that challenges the current state of the mental health industry. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in psychotherapy, education, and counselling, Yildiz exposes the myths and misinformation that have kept people trapped in ineffective systems of care for decades. This powerful modern therapy book uncovers practical methods for healing, new Healing Methods the deep-rooted alliance between the mental health profession and the pharmaceutical industry—a partnership that often...

Chiaroscuro (kyar-uh-scoor-oh): The art of blending light and shadow. DEVOTION - DEPRESSION - DETERMINATION Stom Carpenter is a quiet presence—a giant in the high school halls who slips between worlds, seen but never truly understood. He longs for the freedom and clarity of adulthood, yet the more he seeks it, the more trapped he becomes in his own mind. THE BLENDING OF LIGHT AND SHADOW WAS FAR EASIER ON PAPER THAN IN LIFE. Just last month he was a football player, but Stom traded in his helmet for a sketchbook, hoping to escape the chaos of the world around him. Instead of finding solace...

Are you tired of feeling like every conversation could determine your social survival? Do you wish you could step into a room and feel as confident as you are behind a screen? Have you longed for genuine connections but find insecurity holding you back? If you resonate with any of these feelings, you're not alone. Many like you have been there and, more importantly, have come through it. Social Skills for the Insecure Person" isn't just another guide; it's your roadmap to transforming insecurity into newfound confidence and learning to love yourself genuinely. Here's just a tiny glimpse of ...

What do you want to be when you grow up? After listening to this series, kids will be shouting out answers to that question. This series gives young listeners a basic introduction to people in their communities that they will meet around town.

Police officers. Teachers. Bus drivers. Families. They help us learn, keep us safe, help us get around, and more. Who Helps? teaches children about these community helpers while helping them develop literacy skills. Carefully crafted text supports emergent listeners, making sure they aren’t facing too many challenges at once.

Meet the Community Helpers! introduces beginning listeners to a day in the life of community helpers with fun, simple storylines. Each title focuses on one kind of community helper, highlighting roles and responsibilities, equipment and machinery they use, and the safety rules they follow.

Unlock the secrets to polished social interactions with “Etiquette Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, And Tricks That Will Help You Navigate Any Social Situation.” Packed with valuable insights and practical advice, this book is your go-to resource for navigating various social situations with grace and confidence. From dining etiquette to professional networking tips, and from digital communication norms to cultural sensitivity, this comprehensive guide covers it all.

The world’s racial wounds seem as deep and as ugly as ever. Is there really any hope? The answer is yes, absolutely. In As It Is in Heaven, Ken Claytor explores this question, debunks myths and stereotypes about race and the issue of racism in the modern church, and encourages believers to get involved in enacting change right where they are. Can we change the entire world? No. But we can begin to change our world by holding conversations, listening, studying Scripture, and humbly admitting where we’ve been wrong.

Do you ever wonder what your anxious child is feeling? Do you wish you could take all their worries away? Are you ready to empathetically relate to their anxiety and learn coping techniques that will support your entire family? This audiobook is for the parent who wants to understand pediatric anxiety to its core. Beginning with an in-depth look at what anxiety really is (through your child’s eyes) and leading to a toolbox of applicable strategies you and your child can practice together.

Hungry Henry knows all about big feelings - he gets angry a lot. And he needs your child’s help to calm down! Join the little dinosaur as he builds an amazing rocket...that isn’t going quite as planned. Through interactive elements, kids get a chance to help Hungry Henry not only to build his awesome rocket, but also to help him calm down.

Dr. Paul Callaghan belongs to the land of the Worimi people who live north of Sydney along the east coast of Australia. Raised to live the western way, Paul found himself mired in deep depression—struggling to find meaning while raising a family and working as a senior education executive. Desperate to break free of his restlessness, he made a drastic change: He “went bush” and connected with his elders to “walk Country” and learn Aboriginal traditions. Twenty years later, Paul is an expert healer and spiritual guide eager to share the wisdom of his ancestors and the insights he discovered.

Make the world a better place for kids! This book is full of ideas and projects listeners can put into action to help with racial justice and human rights.