Seligman, Martin E. P.
Contents: Two ways of looking at life -- Learning to be helpless -- Explaining misfortune -- Ultimate pessimism -- How you think, how you feel -- Success at work -- Children and parents -- School -- Sports -- Health -- Politics, religion, and culture -- The optimistic life -- Helping your child escape pessimism -- The optimistic organization -- Flexible optimism.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Vintage Books 2006
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Summary: Michael Pollan elegantly brings together in a single narrative this unruly history, the story of the current resurgence in psychedelic research, and his own fantastic personal adventure with these substances. This is a brand new story about these incredible drugs, which today are demonstrating a remarkable usefulness in treating mental conditions such as PTSD, depression, and end-of-life anxiety.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Audio 2018
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Summary: "A brilliant and brave investigation by Michael Pollan, author of five New York Times best sellers, into the medical and scientific revolution taking place around psychedelic drugs--and the spellbinding story of his own life-changing psychedelic experiences When Michael Pollan set out to research how LSD and psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) are being used to provide relief...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Press 2018
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Summary: A study of the new science of neuroplasticity explains how the brain can be physically altered to regain the use of limbs disabled by a stroke, recover from depression, reverse age-related changes, and acquire new skills even in old age.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Ballantine Books 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Health Mind BegleyAssaraf, John.
Summary: Outlines strategies for minimizing risks and maximizing success in today's business environments, drawing on scientific principles to outline a step-by-step process for "rewiring" one's brain in order to enable an extraordinary life.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Atria Books 2008
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Summary: "Michael Pollan's How to Change Your Mind meets Christopher McDougall's Born to Run in this immersive, investigative look at the hidden culture of cannabis use among elite athletes (as well as weekend warriors)--and the surprising emerging science behind the elusive, exhilarating "runner's high" they all seek"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: G.P. Putnam's Sons 2021
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 362.29 HESVonn, Lindsey
Summary: "Lessons in strength, fitness, food, and attitude from the popular world champion skier and beauty icon--Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn. Olympic Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn wants women to stop thinking about "losing weight fast," and instead focus on loving their bodies for what they are and what they can do. Lindsey is a small-town Minnesota girl at heart turned world-champion skier, but...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dey Street Books 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 VONBully (Musical group)
Contents: All I do -- Days move slow -- A wonderful life -- Hard to love -- Change your mind -- How will I know -- A love profound -- Lose you -- Ms. America -- All this noise.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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Contents: Stars are our home -- (I don't mean to) wonder -- This is how it feels -- Got your love -- If I was here to change your mind -- UFO -- Time in the machine -- Oh crust -- Take heart -- My baby just sailed away -- I'm back -- Look out here they come.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Slumberland Records 2013
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Summary: The bestselling author of "Change Your Brain, Change Your Life" and "Magnificent Mind at Any Age" explains how to harness brain power to improve overall health and body function.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harmony Books 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613 AMERoss, Jackie.
Contents: Selfish one -- Jerk and twine -- I had a talk with my man -- Honey dear -- Change your ways -- Take me for a little while -- You really know how to hurt a girl -- We can do it -- Summertime -- Don't change your mind -- I've got the skill -- Misty -- What would you give -- Be sure you know -- I wanna hear it from you -- Haste makes waste -- Dynamite lovin' -- Who could be loving you -- This...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Black Tulip Records 1990
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD RHYTHM AND BLUES ROSPerlmutter, David
Summary: "Dr. Perlmutter's #1 New York Times bestseller about the devastating effects of gluten, sugar, and carbs on the brain and body -- updated with the latest nutritional and neurological science." -- Publisher annotation.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Little, Brown Spark 2018
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Summary: The devastating truth about the effects of wheat, sugar, and carbs on the brain, with a 30-day plan to achieve optimum health.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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Summary: Discusses the hidden power and potential of professional women in the workforce and how employees can use these qualities to their advantage when progressing in any career path.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper Business 2009
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Summary: A pioneer in brain research outlines a blueprint for human emotions while sharing strategies for correcting unhealthy emotional styles, providing recommendations for areas ranging from everyday well-being to the treatment of specific conditions.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hudson Street Press 2012
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Summary: "New science shows how to break the cycles of worry and fear to heal your mind"-- "A step-by-step plan clinically proven to break the cycle of worry and fear that drives anxiety and addictive habits. Judson Brewer explains how to uproot anxiety at its source using brain-based techniques and small hacks accessible to anyone. We think of anxiety as everything from mild unease to full-blown panic....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Avery, Penguin Random House LLC 2021
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Summary: Our toxic thoughts, depression and anxiety are frequently aggravated by our chaotic world, and they are sustained by an inability to manage our thought life. The author provides a 5-step, 63-day plan, the Neurocycle, to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Baker Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group 2021
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Summary: "Joyce Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author, explores the power of positive thinking and the undeniable connection between the mind, mouth, moods, and attitudes. Thoughts can seem random and meaningless, but they impact your life every day. It's all connected. What you think affects your words, attitude, decisions, and emotions and influences how you relate to yourself, to other people,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: FaithWords 2015
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Summary: "Understanding consent is important for people with all kinds of bodies, in all kinds of circumstances--from getting a haircut or letting the doctor check your blood pressure to hugging a friend, picking up a child, or kissing someone. After all, consent isn't always communicated with a clear "Yes, you can!" or "No, you can't!" This guide breaks down myriad situations involving consent and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Walker Books US, a division of Candlewick Press 2023
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Buckingham, Lindsey.
Contents: Not too late -- Show you how -- Under the skin -- I am waiting -- It was you -- To try for the sun -- Cast away dreams -- Shut us down -- Down on Rodeo -- Someone's gotta change your mind -- Flying down juniper -- Bonus track: Say goodbye.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Reprise Records 2006
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Summary: "As a teen or emerging adult, dealing with all the changes going on in your life, body, and mind can be mighty overwhelming. When it comes to sex, everyone seems to have strong feelings and opinions about who you should be and what you should (shouldn't) do. How do you decide who to listen to? Heather Corinna and Scarleteen have provided sex education and information to millions of young...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Da Capo Lifelong Books 2016
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Summary: From Dude to Dad gives you the real-deal essentials on pregnancy, birthing, and parenthood, and how it's okay to be scared out of your mind. You'll learn what the expecting mom is going through during each trimester, how you can be the best partner and dad-to-be, and how to get in on the fun and immediately start bonding with the baby. Be prepared for the arrival that will ultimately change...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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Summary: "New hope for those suffering from conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, PTSD, ADHD and more. Though incidence of these conditions is skyrocketing, for the past four decades standard treatment hasn't much changed, and success rates in treating them have barely improved, either. Meanwhile, the stigma of the "mental illness" label-damaging and devastating on its...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Tyndale Momentum, the nonfiction imprint of Tyndale House Publishers 2020
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Summary: Tap into the hidden power of your brain. In this startling and provocative look at how the human mind deals with change, Leonard Mlodinow teaches us to unleash the natural abilities we all possess so we can thrive in these dynamic and troubled times. Truly original minds capitalize when everyone else struggles. And most of us assume that these abilities are innate, reserved for a select few....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Vintage Books 2019