A Little Life
Hanya Yanagihara
A deeply moving and unflinching novel, 'A Little Life' follows the lives of four college friends—Jude, Willem, JB, and Malcolm—as they navigate adulthood in New York City. At its heart is Jude St. Francis, a brilliant but enigmatic lawyer haunted by an unspeakable past of trauma and abuse. As his friends grapple with their own ambitions and relationships, they are drawn into Jude's orbit, struggling to understand and support him through his profound physical and emotional pain. This powerful narrative explores the enduring bonds of friendship, the devastating effects of trauma, and the complex search for identity and belonging.
Stop Walking on Eggshells
Paul T. Mason
Are you walking on eggshells around someone you care about? This book provides guidance and support for those in relationships with individuals who have borderline personality disorder (BPD). Learn how to understand BPD behaviors, take back control of your life, and create healthier relationships.
Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking
Allen Carr
Discover the revolutionary method that has helped millions quit smoking effortlessly. Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking eliminates the fears and anxieties associated with quitting, offering a simple, effective path to a smoke-free life without willpower, shock treatment, or weight gain. Break free from the nicotine trap and reclaim your health, energy, and freedom.
Complete Psychological Works of Sigmund Freud
Sigmund Freud
Sigmund Freud's seminal work delves into the psychological underpinnings of civilization and religion. This volume, featuring 'The Future of an Illusion' and 'Civilization and its Discontents,' explores how societal structures demand instinctual renunciations, leading to widespread discontent. Freud examines the origins of religious ideas as a means to cope with human helplessness against nature and fate, positing them as essential illusions that bind society. A profound analysis of the human psyche's role in shaping culture and belief, this collection offers a critical perspective on the sacrifices and psychological mechanisms inherent in human civilization.
Nudge
Richard H. Thaler
Nudge is about how we make choices and how we can make better ones. The authors introduce the concept of "choice architecture" and how it can be used to influence people's decisions in a positive way, without restricting their freedom. Explore how small changes in the way choices are presented can lead to significant improvements in health, wealth, and happiness.
Altered Traits
Daniel Goleman
A groundbreaking exploration into the science of meditation, revealing how it can transform your mind, brain, and body. Delve into the deep and wide paths of meditation, uncovering the lasting traits that emerge from dedicated practice and offering a radical reinterpretation of its true benefits.
The CBT Workbook for Mental Health
Simon Rego
A practical workbook offering simple exercises based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help readers change negative thought patterns, improve their mental health, and enhance their overall well-being. It covers topics like self-esteem, relationships, stress management, and more.
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle
Barbara Kingsolver
A family decides to spend a year eating only food that they can grow themselves or obtain locally, exploring the challenges and rewards of connecting with their food sources and the environment.