Each day we are pushed around by external forces - from the economy to the people we live and work with - and by reactions to these that come from ancient reptile/mammal/primate/caveman circuits inside our own brains. But now, with the power of modern neuroscience, we can take charge of the brain and gradually change it for the better.
That's the promise of Just One Thing: Developing a Buddha Brain One Simple Practice at a Time - which shows you down-to-earth ways to build up a "buddha brain" for more peace of mind in stressful times, greater inner strength and confidence, and an unshakeable sense of contentment and worth.
This book brings interpersonal neurobiology into the counselling room, weaving the concepts of neurobiology into the ever-changing flow of therapy. Neuroscientific discoveries have begun to illuminate the workings of the active brain in intricate detail. In fact, sometimes it seems that in order to be a cutting-edge therapist, not only do you need knowledge of traditional psychotherapeutic models, but a solid understanding of the role the brain plays as well. But theory is never enough. You also need to know how to apply the theories to work with actual clients... More info
*Silver Bullets* is a guide to initiative problems, adventure games and trust activities. The activities of this book have all been used effectively by a variety of teachers, counsellors, therapists, camp directors and church leaders. All have wanted an effective, engaging way to bring people together to build trust, and to break down the artificial barriers between individuals and groups of individuals. Karl Rohnke, through his quarterly newsletter, Bag of Tricks, maintains a network whereby graduates of Project Adventure training and others can communicate new ideas and activities. Many of this... More info
Meetings are a crucial part of all our lives, but too often they go nowhere and waste valuable time. In "Six Thinking Hats", Edward de Bono shows how meetings can be transformed to produce quick, decisive results every time. The Six Hats method is a devastatingly simple technique based on the brain's different modes of thinking. The intelligence, experience and information of everyone is harnessed to reach the right conclusions quickly. These principles fundamentally change the way you work and interact. They have been adopted by businesses and governments... More info