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The idea of imaginary friends (creative companions) is pretty standard in the realm of child psychology. However, we never really see anything substantial about the notion of these companions in adolescents and adults, let alone the purpose or effects of those companions on those individuals. Adolescents and adults tend to face more negative stigmas than that of children, yet also use their companions in a way that is more complex yet similarly to...
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Dedicarse a la creación artística no es tarea fácil. A menos que seas un genio -y los genios nacen cada cien años- hacer arte es una auténtica carrera de obstáculos en la que la realidad y tú mismo se interponen en el camino. Tener talento, pasar de la imaginación a la obra, contar con la aprobación de los demás, mantener hábitos de trabajo, ganarse la vida. Los miedos y situaciones propios de la vida del artista son muchos y cotidianos,...
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Discover a more mindful, resilient, and adaptive perspective of the world with "Shifting Paradigms: Uncover the Secrets of a Growth Mindset". This comprehensive guide aims to provide readers with an in-depth understanding of what it means to have a growth mindset, its origin, and how it differs from a fixed mindset.Delve into the science behind the concept, exploring insights from psychology and neuroscience. The book further explains how the cultivation...
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Dans le vaste royaume du langage, les mots ne sont pas de simples éléments syntaxiques, mais des créateurs d'émotions, des sculpteurs de l'âme humaine. Ils transcendent le simple acte de communication pour devenir les architectes de nos expériences les plus intimes. Certains de ces mots, tels des artisans de la pluie, ont le pouvoir de déclencher des larmes, d'insuffler une mélancolie qui se répand comme une brume émotionnelle. D'autres,...
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Faire un tri dans l'héritage familial ».... Pourquoi ? Dominique LAMARI ne nous invite pas ici à un inventaire notarié mais à une exploration du moi intime, en tant que psychologue, effectué lors d'une expérience collective dans un cadre invitant, sinon au farniente, du moins à une détente nécessitée par l'expérience.
Pour nous, lecteurs non spécialistes, un tel ouvrage ne sera-t-il pas obscur, voire abscons ? Eh bien non! Dans un style...
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David W. Galenson is a professor in the Department of Economics and the College at the University of Chicago, and a research associate of the National Bureau of Economic Research. He is the author of several books, including Painting Outside the Lines: Patterns of Creativity in Modern Art.
When in their lives do great artists produce their greatest art? Do they strive for creative perfection throughout decades of painstaking and frustrating experimentation,...
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"Deena’s never given a name to the familiar knot in her stomach that appears when her parents argue about money, when it’s time to go to school, or when she struggles to find the right words. She manages to make it through each day with the help of her friends and the art she loves to make.
While her parents’ money troubles cause more and more stress, Deena wonders if she can use her artistic talents to ease their burden. She creates a logo...
9) The artist
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"A brave little artist goes on an epic adventure to share her creativity with the world, adding color and life to a drab, gray city"--
A brave little artist goes on an epic adventure to share her creativity with the world in this picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Ed Vere. It's an inspiring exploration of the creative spirit, perfect for fans of What Do You Do with an Idea? and The Dot.
Creative young children will see...
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"Imbued with a deep sensitivity for its subjects, and a light touch of memoir that contends with Deming's own struggles with loneliness, THIS EXQUISITE LONELINESS is a singular meditation on the ways that loneliness pervades the human condition, as well as an assertion of the ways in which we might allow our own loneliness to fuel our creative fires. Loneliness is not a feeling to which we readily admit. It is stigmatized, freighted with shame and...
11) Mind Over Matter
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In today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety can take a toll on our mental and physical health. But what if you could take control of your thoughts and harness their power to create a happier and more fulfilling life? That's precisely what 'Mind Over Matter by Derek Goneke teaches you to do. This book offers a practical, step-by-step guide to transforming your life using your thoughts' power. With easy-to-follow techniques and tools, you can identify...
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When psychoanalytic investigation, which usually contents itself with frail human material, approaches the great personages of humanity, it is not impelled to it by motives which are often attributed to it by laymen. It does not strive "to blacken the radiant and to drag the sublime into the mire"; it finds no satisfaction in diminishing the distance between the perfection of the great and the inadequacy of the ordinary objects…
Leonardo da Vinci...
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“The Ultimate Human Psychology Guide: Think Like a Psychologist”
Do you want to think like Sherlock Holmes?
Do you want to develop the skills to pick up on subtle social cues such as micro expressions, body language and human psychology to discover the true motives of your peers?
We've all seen it in movies and novels where leading detectives are able to take sparse amounts of information and put the puzzle pieces together coherently in an almost...
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Cuando me he imaginado lo que le estaré diciendo a un estudiante de Psicología o a un Psicólogo con poca experiencia me han surgido no perlas, sino semillas. Semillas que tienen un potencial a ser desarrollado por quien se tome la paciencia de leerlas, pensarlas, sentirlas, sembrarlas, y cosechar las experiencias que surjan.Este libro es para transmitir mis experiencias, que al mismo tiempo son sugerencias para los psicólogos noveles.Y no me agradezcas...
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Dive into the profound exploration of self-expression and personal growth with "Writing for the Soul: How to Use Writing to Heal, Grow, and Connect." In this enlightening guide, words cease to be mere symbols on paper; they become a conduit for healing, a compass for self-discovery, and a bridge that spans the vast terrain of human connection.Embark on a transformative odyssey through the pages of this book, where the author skillfully navigates the...
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"Author and journalist Hilde Østby was cycling to work one day when she crashed head-first into a stone bridge. At the hospital, she was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury and prescribed rest and relaxation. But her brain was anything but restful: ideas for new writing projects popped into her head at a frenzied pace. Never before had she had so many 'aha' moments. But at the same time, simple tasks like walking through an airport felt impossible....
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JADE'S ART: A Coffee Table BookSerenity Cove Seriesby Toni French Jade's Art: A Coffee Table Book is a companion book to be enjoyed with the Serenity Cove Series. In Book I, Jade's artwork is mentioned but has not yet been discussed in detail. This miniature book introduces a group of drawings that became known as the 1985 Series, and some of the illustrations will be featured as part of the ongoing Serenity Cove Series storyline. THE SERENITY COVE...
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Lennon and McCartney, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, Pierre and Marie Curie. Throughout history, partners have buoyed each other to better work - though often one member is little known to the general public. (See Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, or Vincent and Theo van Gogh.) In Powers of Two, Joshua Wolf Shenk draws on neuroscience, social psychology, and cultural history to present the social foundations of creativity, with the pair as its primary...
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Enter the Flow and Get in the ZoneDuring flow, people typically experience creativity, fulfillment, and a deep connection with life through intense present focus. It is said that every great accomplishment in human history has been performed in some degree of flow. It allows us to perform at our very best, pushing the boundaries of our minds or body, and everyone can access it!This short book is a practical conclusion of the flow state, how one can...
20) Escape Velocity
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Escape Velocity: Ignite Your Inner Drive and Propel Yourself to Greatness" is a transformative guide that empowers readers to tap into their untapped potential and achieve extraordinary success. Drawing on the principles of personal development, this book provides practical strategies, insightful advice, and inspiring stories to help individuals unleash their true potential and propel themselves towards greatness. Whether you're seeking professional...
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