DescriptionRuby Genie is an orphan. Everyone expects her to have the same fantastic magical powers as her famous parents did, but Ruby can't do any magic at all, or so she thinks, and feels a complete failure. Then she begins to get smaller and smaller and smaller. With a cast of unforgettable characters such as the self-important magician the Great Alfonso, and Aunt Hat the kindly lady conjuror who is hopeless at doing tricks, this wonderful story is full of adventure and shows how a little girl who is so tiny that she fits into a handbag can still be clever and brave and find people to love and value her.
DescriptionAm I making a difference? Does my life matter? "How can I make a difference when some days I can't even find my keys?" asks award-winning author Leslie Parrott. "I've never been accused of being methodical, orderly, or linear. So when it came to conside…
DescriptionLet a renowned psychologist show you how to give your ego a healthy boost. In 60-minutes, Dr. Nathaniel Branden can show you how to dramatically boost your self-image - and raise your self-esteem. His practical, action-oriented audio program outlines simp…
DescriptionDo you, in fear of hurting feelings, restrain from giving criticism? In Don't Take It Personally, renowned drama critic Susan Granger presents an effective strategy for both accepting and giving criticism. Granger strips away the negatives associated with criticism and turns them into something constructive and powerful. Through a series of concrete examples and practical exercises, learn how slight changes of attitude and behavior can help us reap enormous benefits. By using her techniques of "criticizing without destroying" and "specificity rather than generalizations, " we can communicate more effectively and powerfully, and ultimately conquer criticism.
DescriptionFrom the moment it was published, The Psychology of Self-Esteem was recognized as a groundbreaking book that challenged and shook the very foundations of psychoanalysis and behaviorism. Dr. Branden's philosophy broke radically with the "mainstream"…
DescriptionIf they could understand the difference between being a male and being a man, stop measuring their masculinity with sex, marry for all the right reasons, and take pleasure in raising their children: there's a reason why Dr. Laura Schlessinger has become a cultural icon - the truth in her message is undeniable. In this commonsense guide, Dr. Schlessinger, licensed marriage, family, and child counselor and best selling author, uses examples from her radio show and strikingly honest letters from male listeners to teach men how to appreciate their nature and needs. She presents her insights with a level of sensitivity that will surprise some women and stun most men.
DescriptionIf you're unhappy and your life is a mess, you've got no one to blame but yourself - and you can do something about it! Dr. Laura, the incredibly popular and controversial therapist who hosts L.A.'s top-rated midday radio talk show, gives her no-holds-barred take on stupid things women do and how they can change. She uses real-world examples from her show and private practice to drive home the message that once you muster the courage to take responsibility for your problems and to take risks, the possibilities for personal growth and joy are limitless. If you're ready to handle the challenge, you can learn how to lose that jerk of a lover, parent the babies you've made, and follow your dream instead of some dreamboat. Get ready to jump-start your journey into self-worth.
DescriptionWould you like to improve your work life, your love life - your whole life? Of course you do! And you know you could, if only you were more persuasive, more influential, more confident. Let Leslie Giblin show you how his proven techniques can help you become more comfortable with people, both in crowds and in one-on-one situations, attract and keep trustworthy friends of both sexes, change someone's stubborn ideas so they'll agree with you, turn a potentially explosive situation into a pleasant meeting of the minds, exude personal charm, and even make important people listen to you and follow your ideas.
DescriptionIn The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem, Nathaniel Branden presents the culminating achievement of a lifetime of clinical practice and research. In this penetrating and provocative program, he conclusively demonstrates the importance of self-esteem in our quest for psychological health, personal achievement, and positive relationships. "Yet how do we gain true self-esteem?" Dr. Branden introduces the six pillars of self-esteem - six action-based practices for daily living. Here for the first time are simple but powerful exercises for increasing personal awareness and effectiveness. Exploring the importance of self-esteem in the workplace, parenting, education, psychotherapy, and society, Dr. Branden provides guidelines for those responsible for fostering self-esteem in others - and shows why a culture of self-esteem is imperative for survival in the 21st century.
