Download or read book A Fluid Sense of Self written by Silvia Schultermandl and published by LIT Verlag Münster. This book was released on 2010 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this era of increasing global mobility, identities are too complex to be captured by concepts that rely on national borders for reference. Such identities are not unified or stable, but are fluid entities which constantly push at the boundaries of the nation-state, thereby re-defining themselves and the nation-state simultaneously. Contemporary literature pays specific attention to internal and external notions of belonging ("Politics of Motion") and definitions of self resulting from interpersonal relationships ("Politics of Longing"). This collection looks at texts by authors who are British, American, or Canadian, but for whom a self-definition according national parameters is insufficient.
Download or read book The Network Self written by Kathleen Wallace and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-03-07 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The concept of a relational self has been prominent in feminism, communitarianism, narrative self theories, and social network theories, and has been important to theorizing about practical dimensions of selfhood. However, it has been largely ignored in traditional philosophical theories of personal identity, which have been dominated by psychological and animal theories of the self. This book offers a systematic treatment of the notion of the self as constituted by social, cultural, political, and biological relations. The author’s account incorporates practical concerns and addresses how a relational self has agency, autonomy, responsibility, and continuity through time in the face of change and impairments. This cumulative network model (CNM) of the self incorporates concepts from work in the American pragmatist and naturalist tradition. The ultimate aim of the book is to bridge traditions that are often disconnected from one another—feminism, personal identity theory, and pragmatism—to develop a unified theory of the self.
Download or read book The Protean Self written by Robert Jay Lifton and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 1999-11 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "We are becoming fluid and many-sided. Without quite realizing it, we have been evolving a sense of self appropriate to the restlessness and flux of our time. This mode of being differs radically from that of the past, and enables us to engage in continuous exploration and personal experiment. I have named it the 'protean self,' after Proteus, the Greek sea god of many forms."—from The Protean Self
Download or read book The Man Who Wasn t There written by Anil Ananthaswamy and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-08-02 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the tradition of Oliver Sacks, science journalist Anil Ananthaswamy skillfully inspects the bewildering connections among brain, body, mind, self, and society by examining a range of neuropsychological ailments from autism and Alzheimer’s to out-of-body experiences and body integrity identity disorder Award-winning science writer Anil Ananthaswamy smartly explores the concept of self by way of several mental conditions that eat away at patients’ identities, showing we learn a lot about being human from people with a fragmented or altered sense of self. Ananthaswamy travelled the world to meet those who suffer from “maladies of the self” interviewing patients, psychiatrists, philosophers and neuroscientists along the way. He charts how the self is affected by Asperger’s, autism, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, schizophrenia, among many other mental conditions, revealing how the brain constructs our sense of self. Each chapter is anchored with stories of people who experience themselves differently from the norm. Readers meet individuals in various stages of Alzheimer’s disease where the loss of memory and cognition results in the loss of some aspects of the self. We meet a woman who recalls the feeling of her first major encounter with schizophrenia which she describes as an outside force controlling her. Ananthaswamy also looks at several less familiar conditions, such as Cotard’s syndrome, in which patients believe they are dead, and those with body integrity identity disorder, where the patient seeks to have a body part amputated because it “doesn’t belong to them.” Moving nimbly back and forth from the individual stories to scientific analysis The Man Who Wasn’t There is a wholly original exploration of the human self which raises fascinating questions about the mind-body connection.
Download or read book Essentials of Human Behavior written by Elizabeth D. Hutchison and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 1283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essentials of Human Behavior combines Elizabeth D. Hutchison’s two best-selling Dimensions of Human Behavior volumes into a single streamlined volume for understanding human behavior. The text presents a multidimensional framework integrating person, environment, and time to show students the dynamic, changing nature of person-in-environment. In this Third Edition, Hutchison is joined by new co-author Leanne Wood Charlesworth, who uses her practice and teaching experience to help organize the book’s cutting-edge research and bring it into the classroom. The text will thoroughly support students′ understanding of human behavior theories and research and their applications to social work engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation across all levels of practice. This title is accompanied by a complete teaching and learning package.
Download or read book Digital Religion written by Heidi Campbell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digital Religion offers a critical and systematic survey of the study of religion and new media. It covers religious engagement with a wide range of new media forms and highlights examples of new media engagement in all five of the major world religions. From cell phones and video games to blogs and Second Life, the book: provides a detailed review of major topics includes a series of case studies to illustrate and elucidate the thematic explorations considers the theoretical, ethical and theological issues raised. Drawing together the work of experts from key disciplinary perspectives, Digital Religion is invaluable for students wanting to develop a deeper understanding of the field.
Download or read book Trauma s Labyrinth Reflections of a Wounded Healer written by Laura K. Kerr and published by LK Kerr Books. This book was released on 2022-03-28 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2022 Bronze Living Now Book Award 2022 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Trauma can feel like a labyrinth, twisting on itself like a maze of despair, without end or exit. This seems particularly true in today’s chaotic world of pandemics, climate change, social conflict, and systemic violence. Increasingly, the conditions of the larger world aggravate, if not cause, the traumas in our individual lives. However, as Laura K. Kerr explores in this wide-ranging collection of essays, not only can we heal from trauma, but we can use it as an opportunity for growth and transformation, changing ourselves and the world for the better. Drawing from her experiences as researcher, trauma survivor, and psychotherapist, she examines various causes of trauma, details how to understand and treat trauma’s effects, and explores the role society plays in activating traumatic defenses. Despite the weightiness of the topic, Dr. Kerr brings hope for lasting, positive change. As Dr. Kerr shows, the key lies in removing rigid divides, like those between wounded and healer, self and society. When they are integrated, healing becomes transformative and enduring—not only for ourselves but for the increasingly traumatized world in which we live.
Download or read book Summary of Master of Change by Brad Stulberg written by GP SUMMARY and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2023-09-11 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DISCLAIMER This book does not in any capacity mean to replace the original book but to serve as a vast summary of the original book. Summary of Master of Change by Brad Stulberg:How to Excel When Everything Is Changing – Including You IN THIS SUMMARIZED BOOK, YOU WILL GET: Chapter astute outline of the main contents. Fast & simple understanding of the content analysis. Exceptionally summarized content that you may skip in the original book Master of Change by Brad Stulberg, a sustainable excellence expert and coach, offers a new model for embracing and growing from life's constant instability. Drawing on modern science, ancient wisdom, and daily practice, Stulberg presents principles for developing a rugged flexibility mindset and habits to implement it. He reveals how to be in conversation with change, the importance of expectations, cultivating a strong identity, taking productive action during challenges, and the paradox of making meaning and moving forward. This book reshapes our perception of change and helps us grow stronger and wiser.
Download or read book Harmony Unveiled written by William Jones and published by Mamba Press. This book was released on 2023-07-24 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In "Harmony Unveiled: A Dialogue Between Faith and Reason," acclaimed author William Jones invites readers on a profound journey of exploration into the intricate interplay between two essential facets of human understanding. With eloquence and insight, Jones unveils the dynamic relationship between faith and reason, shedding light on their shared quest for truth, meaning, and enlightenment. Drawing from a rich tapestry of religious traditions, philosophical perspectives, and historical narratives, Jones guides readers through a thought-provoking odyssey that transcends boundaries and bridges divides. Through the pages of this captivating volume, readers embark on a transformative voyage of discovery—a journey that navigates the complexities of belief and rational inquiry with grace and intellectual rigor. "Harmony Unveiled" traverses a diverse array of themes, each chapter a gateway into the heart of fundamental questions that have shaped human existence. From the foundational origins of faith and reason to the nuanced dialogues that foster unity amidst diversity, Jones masterfully weaves together narratives of faith, scientific inquiry, philosophical musings, and real-life experiences. With each chapter, readers delve into the rich history of interfaith dialogues, the ethical foundations that bind diverse perspectives, the cosmic mysteries that awaken wonder, and the transformative power of doubt and certainty. Jones skillfully navigates the labyrinth of personal identity, illuminating the ways in which both faith and reason shape the complex tapestry of the self. "Harmony Unveiled" also invites readers to envision the future horizons of faith-reason dialogue, offering a compelling glimpse into the potential for technological advancements, global interfaith collaboration, and evolving belief systems. Through a visionary lens, Jones explores how the dialogue between faith and reason can foster unity, compassion, and collective wisdom in an ever-changing world. As readers immerse themselves in the eloquent prose and thought-provoking insights of "Harmony Unveiled," they are invited to embrace the beauty of complexity, celebrate the unity that emerges from diversity, and embark on a journey of personal and intellectual growth. Whether driven by faith, reason, or an insatiable curiosity for understanding, readers will find themselves enriched by the tapestry of thought presented within these pages—a tapestry that speaks to the heart of what it means to be human. "Harmony Unveiled: A Dialogue Between Faith and Reason" is more than a book; it is an invitation to engage in a timeless conversation that transcends generations and touches the essence of human experience. Through its pages, readers are empowered to explore, reflect, and harmonize the profound melodies of faith and reason, and in doing so, contribute to a more enlightened and interconnected world.
Download or read book Positive Psychology Coaching written by Robert Biswas-Diener and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-04-20 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Positive psychology moves psychology from a medical model toward a strengths model to help clients shore up their strengths and thereby lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Positive Psychology Coaching: Putting the Science of Happiness to Work for Your Clients provides concrete language and interventions for integrating positive psychology techniques into any mental health practice.
Download or read book Dimensions of Human Behavior written by Elizabeth D. Hutchison and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-09-25 with total page 981 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated Edition of a Best Seller! Dimensions of Human Behavior: The Changing Life Course presents a current and comprehensive examination of human behavior across time using a multidimensional framework. Author Elizabeth D. Hutchison explores both the predictable and unpredictable changes that can affect human behavior through all the major developmental stages of the life course, from conception to very late adulthood. Aligned with the 2015 curriculum guidelines set forth by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), the Sixth Edition has been substantially updated with contemporary issues related to gender and sexuality, race and ethnicity, and social class and disability across the lifespan. The companion volume, Dimensions of Human Behavior: Person and Environment, Sixth Edition, examines the dimensions of person and environment and their impact on individual and collective behavior.
Download or read book Music A Very Short Introduction written by Nicholas Cook and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021-02-25 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring The world teems with different kinds of music - traditional, folk, classical, jazz, rock, pop - and each type of music tends to come with its own way of thinking. Drawing on a wealth of accessible examples ranging from Beethoven to Chinese zither music, this Very Short Introduction considers the history of music and thinking about music, focussing on its social and cultural dimensions. Nicholas Cook balances the Western Classical traditions within the context of many other musical cultures in today's world, tracing the way in which their development since the eighteenth century has conditioned present-day thinking and practice both within and beyond the West. He also considers the nature of music as a real-time performance practice; the role of music in contexts of social and political action; and the nature of musical thinking, including the roles played in it by instruments, notations, and creative imagination. In this new edition Cook explores the impact of digital technology on the production and consumption of music, including how it has transformed participatory music-making and the music business. He also discusses music's position in a globalized world, from the role it played in historical processes of colonisation and decolonisation to its present-day significance as a vehicle of cross-cultural communication. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Download or read book Adult Educational Psychology written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adult Educational Psychology is useful for those encountering psychology as a subject in adult education courses as well as those with an interest in the psychology of adult development. It is directly relevant for teachers in higher education, instructors in technical and further education, staff development and human resource practitioners as well as community educators.
Download or read book Gender Politics in Modern China written by Tani E. Barlow and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 1993 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through the lens of modern Chinese literature, Gender Politics in Modern China explores the relationship between gender and modernity, notions of the feminine and masculine, and shifting arguments for gender equality in China. Ranging from interviews with contemporary writers, to historical accounts of gendered writing in Taiwan and semi-colonial China, to close feminist readings of individual authors, these essays confront the degree to which textual stategies construct notions of gender. Among the specific themes discussed are: how femininity is produced in texts by allocating women to domestic space; the extent to which textual production lies at the base of a changing, historically specific code of the feminine; the extent to which women in modern Chinese societies are products of literary canons; the ways in which the historical processes of gendering have operated in Chinese modernity vis à vis modernity in the West; the representation of feminists as avengers and as westernized women; and the meager recognition of feminism as a serious intellectual current and a large body of theory. Originally published as a special issue of Modern Chinese Literature (Spring & Fall 1988), this expanded book represents some of the most compelling new work in post-Mao feminist scholarship and will appeal to all those concerned with understanding a revitalized feminism in the Chinese context. Contributors. Carolyn Brown, Ching-kiu Stephen Chan, Sung-sheng Yvonne Chang, Yu-shih Chen, Rey Chow, Randy Kaplan, Richard King, Wolfgang Kubin, Wendy Larson, Lydia Liu, Seung-Yeun Daisy Ng, Jon Solomon, Meng Yue, Wang Zheng
Download or read book Intergroup Dialogue written by Ximena Zuniga and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-04-29 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intergroup dialogue is a form of democratic engagement that fosters communication, critical reflection, and collaborative action across social and cultural divides. Engaging social identities is central to this approach. In recent years, intergroup dialogue has emerged as a promising social justice education practice that addresses pressing issues in higher education, school and community settings. This edited volume provides a thoughtful and comprehensive overview of intergroup dialogue spanning conceptual frameworks for practice, and most notably a diverse set of research studies which examine in detail the processes and learning that take place through dialogue. This book addresses questions from the fields of education, social psychology, sociology, and social work, offering specific recommendations and examples related to curriculum and pedagogy. Furthermore, it contributes to an understanding of how to constructively engage students and others in education about difference, identities, and social justice. This book was originally published as a special issue of Equity & Excellence in Education.
Download or read book Dark Psychology Mastery Vol 2 written by Michael Pace and published by Make Profits Easy LLC. This book was released on 2023-11-12 with total page 263 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Dark Psychology Mastery Vol 2: Unveiling the Secrets of Dark NLP & Covert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)" is a masterful combination of two profound books by Michael Pace, a trailblazer who introduced the world to "Dark Psychology" in 2014. This volume, bringing together two distinct yet complementary areas of psychological manipulation and influence, offers an in-depth exploration of the darker aspects of human interaction and mind control. Michael Pace, following his seminal work "Dark Psychology 101" that sent shockwaves in 2015, continues to unravel the complex layers of the human psyche in this compelling compilation. The first part of the volume, "Dark NLP: How To Use Neuro-linguistic Programming For Self Mastery, Getting What You Want, Mastering Others And To Gain An Advantage Over Anyone," delves into the world of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), a tool so potent that its full potential has been shrouded in secrecy. Pace skillfully combines critical insights from both psychology and NLP, offering readers a unique opportunity to master their own lives before extending their influence over others. This book is a guide to harnessing the power of NLP, from creating deep connections instantly to achieving personal goals and mastering the art of influence. The journey deepens with the second part, "Dark Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: How to Stealthily Use CBT Methods To Influence And Manipulate Anyone’s Mind." Here, Pace takes a familiar therapeutic approach – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – and reveals its darker application. Dark CBT emerges as a powerful technique for personal success, enabling readers to subtly manipulate and influence others, molding situations and people to their advantage. This section of the book is not just a revelation; it's a strategy for personal empowerment, teaching you to heal and influence simultaneously. "Dark Psychology Mastery Vol 2" is more than just a book; it's a revelation into the more covert aspects of psychology. For those fascinated by the potential of psychological techniques to shape personal destiny and influence others, this volume is an essential read. Pace's work is a bold exploration of what happens when the darker aspects of psychological science are harnessed, offering unparalleled insight and power to those brave enough to explore them.
Download or read book Spotted Goddesses written by Roja Singh and published by LIT Verlag Münster. This book was released on 2018 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roja Singh's critical ethnography on caste and gender is rooted in interactions, and lived experiences in communities of Dalit women in Tamil Nadu, India. Situated in transnational feminist discourses, Singh's perspective as a Dalit woman, provides an intersectional social analysis of power structures that sustain caste dominance in South India today. She describes strategies of social change in Dalit women's activism as rooted in subversive applications of imposed identities of "difference" thwarting social boundaries and punishment traditions. The core of this Interdisciplinary work is Dalit women's songs, oral and written testimonial narratives, including Singh's personal story.
