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Fear—it's an ancient companion that has shaped humanity since the beginning of time. In Chasing Shadows: The Psychology of Fear, J.D. Arden explores fear's multifaceted role in our lives, from its evolutionary origins to its presence in the modern age. Discover how fear has protected us, motivated us, and, at times, held us back. Through cultural tales, modern-day examples, and scientific insights, Arden delves into the deep-rooted connections between fear, survival, and growth. In this thought-provoking journey, learn about: The origins of fear and its evolutionary purpose. How fear ...

The Power of Influence: Unseen Social Forces by JD Arden is a compelling exploration of the invisible currents that shape our everyday lives. From the subtle pressures of social media to the pervasive authority figures that guide our decisions, JD Arden reveals how social conditioning, manipulation, and peer influences shape who we are—and more importantly, how we can take back control. Drawing on psychology, philosophy, and real-world examples, Arden offers readers the tools they need to understand these hidden influences and develop conscious decision-making strategies. Whether it's ...

Ich war zunächst nicht großartig überrascht, als wir nach langer Zeit im Herbst 2021 bei einem gemeinsamen Kaltge­tränk auf die zahlreichen aktuellen Ereignisse zu sprechen kamen, die vor Monaten noch fleißig als Ver­schwörungstheorie diffamiert wurden. Eine Diskussion über Verschwörungstheorien ‒ oder besser gesagt: über alternative Ermittlungsansätze ‒ kann an­strengend sein. So muss man sich als offener Mensch permanent gegen Totschlagargumente zur Wehr set­zen. Und dann natürlich in einer Gegenargumentation sämtliche Fakten parat haben. Und zwar stichhaltig.

An available audiobook in cooperation with Spoken Realms. The Negro in South Carolina During the Reconstruction (1924) by Alrutheus Ambush Taylor Narrated by Joseph Tabler.

In midwinter, Matariki rises in the pre-dawn sky, and its observation is celebrated with incantations on hilltops at dawn, balls, exhibitions, dinners and a vast number of events. The Matariki tradition has been re-established, and its regeneration coincides with a growing interest in Māori astronomy. Still, there remain some unanswered questions about how Matariki was traditionally observed.

What does it mean to call something "new"? Why is Western art and culture, even after postmodernism, still so obsessed with the concept? What are the consequences of relying on culture to bring about social change? In this provocative book, David Balzer argues that Western culture was never designed to produce truly new or original artifacts. Rather, we move from fixation to fixation, trend to trend—a cycle of creation and destruction with deep origins in Judeo-Christianity and the paganism that preceded it.