Motivation Science

Over 30 years, Burning Man has gone from two families on a San Francisco beach to a global movement in which hundreds of thousands of people around the world create events on every continent. It has been the subject of fawning media profiles, an exhibit in the Smithsonian, and is beloved by tech billionaires and boho counterculturalists alike. But why does it matter? What does it actually have to offer us? The answer, Caveat Magister writes, is simple: Burning Man's philosophy can help us build better communities.

Success begins with measuring your Success Quotient. Once you know your SQ, follow ten steps to attain your personal, business, and academic pursuits.

The New Thought movement of the 19th century played a pivotal role in the rise of motivational literature regarding the interaction of thought, belief, consciousness, and the effects of these within and beyond the human mind. In the 20th century, the works of Napoleon Hill and Dale Carnegie further developed the genre. Motivational books cultivate a positive attitude which is the key to enduring success and happiness.

Lucius Annaeus Seneca, known as Seneca the Younger (c. 4 BC - AD 65), is the author of On the Shortness of Life (c. 49 AD). In it, Seneca draws insight from different streams of ancient wisdom: Stoic, Epicurean, Platonic, Skeptic and Cynic, as he addresses some of the important questions humans face. Seneca encourages people to be mindful of time and to use it purposefully. He suggests awareness and acceptance as a remedy for many worries and wasteful dissipations.

This classic work is a journey to the heart of healing. With a foreword by Dr. Bernie Siegel, it has been acclaimed by Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen as "a masterful, awesome feat" and called by Dr. Joan Borysenko "a classic that rings with authenticity". It presents a guide to the healing process from the unique standpoint of patients who have overcome devastating odds. Replete with new science, it forms a bridge between the worlds of conventional and alternative medicine.

A miracle disguised as a tragedy (a daughter's traumatic brain injury) became the birthplace of a successful God-centered, residential, entrepreneurial community designed to truly enhance the lives of adults with special needs. Out of this "tragedy" came a new life for this population utilizing effective vocational, emotional, spiritual, and educational methods which provided opportunities to help them find meaning and purpose in their lives through practical education in tandem with life.

This powerful, enlightening guide comes from a team of martial arts experts who openly share their triumphs and their failures - and reveal how you too can become more successful, happy, and self-confident. Merging the martial arts' lifestyle and philosophy with sheer business acumen, they teach you not only how to make a living but how to make a life. Their 39 conditioning-for-success exercises compel you to look introspectively as you never have before.

“The Science of Workforce Engagement” is based on the scientific application of sound theories of human behavior, leadership, and workplace needs. Applying the science will fuel the “engagement system” and its seven subsystems and allow each person to perform to their maximum, thus becoming the best version of themselves at work. The manifestation that the science is being applied is how the organization uses PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act), the 4CoE (Four Competencies of Execution), and the Six Questions of Continuous Improvement in all activities. Although there is a great deal of ...

As human beings, we are fascinated by what makes us tick. We know that nature gave us certain biological appetites to ensure our survival, among those the need for water, food, sex, and love, but meeting these alone is not enough to ensure happiness. Scientists, and now managers, are realizing that people have a biological need to experience social rewards like praise, the thrill of innovation, and the satisfaction of acquiring new skills.

In Psyched Up, journalist Daniel McGinn dives into the latest psychological research and interviews athletes, soldiers, entertainers, and others who, despite years of practice and enviable track records, will ultimately be judged on their ability to deliver a solid performance when it's their turn to shine.

What do rocks have to do with body image? With personal stories and actionable steps, body-image activist and educator Teri Hofford helps women reconstruct the relationship they have with their body using geodes as a metaphor. Portraying the harmful belief systems, thought processes, trauma, and past experiences connected with how we view and treat our bodies every day as the gritty, grey, and hardened outer shell of a geode, Teri explains how these things keep us from following our hearts and revealing our true, glittery inner selves.

Today's heads of big companies are as recognizable to us as the most popular entertainers or sports stars, but the heart and soul of every organization are those leaders below the CEO. Today's celebrity CEO has become either a figurehead or an egomaniac, and often too public a personality to get the real work done. That work is done instead by teams of leaders - exceptional deputies who forge great partnerships to maximize both organizational and personal success.

In a world driven by complexity, the ability to unravel intricate systems and find clarity is an invaluable skill. "Systems Thinking Made Simple: The Art of Understanding Complexity with Ease" is your indispensable guide to mastering this art and making sense of the intricate web of interconnections that shape our lives. This audiobook is your key to deciphering complexity with ease, offering a fresh perspective on systems thinking. It's a journey that demystifies the complexities of our modern world and empowers you to think holistically, see the bigger picture, and unveil solutions.

Violent stories surround us. Brutal beginnings, horror-filled middles, despair-inducing endings. We need better stories: stories forged in the furnace of conflict, narratives that kindle compassion, and ignite hope. In I Am Not Your Enemy, writer Michael T. McRay visits divided regions of the world and interviews activists, peace builders, former combatants, and clergy members about their personal stories of conflict, justice, and reconciliation.

New York pastor and acclaimed author Timothy Keller is widely known and respected for his compelling preaching, described by The New York Times as what has 'helped turn Dr. Keller...into the pastor many call Manhattan's leading evangelist'. In this book he shares his wisdom on communicating the Christian faith from the pulpit as well as from the coffee shop.

How to live happily and well with endometriosis, from someone who has tried everything and lived to tell (and laugh at) the tale. Part memoir, part guide book and part survival guide, Private Parts retraces Eleanor's own journey with endometriosis, offering listeners practical, down-to-earth and friendly advice covering everything from what actually happens in an internal exam, to finding the right specialist for you, the perfect post-op wardrobe and to why you should look to Frida Kahlo for inspiration in your darkest moments.

If you really want to escape the things that harass you, what you're needing is not to be in a different place, but to be a different person. Until we have begun to go without them, we fail to realize how unnecessary many things are. We've been using them not because we needed them, but because we had them. Enjoy present pleasures in such a way as not to injure future ones.

How to Get Out of This World Alive is an unique synthesis of psychology, philosophy, mysticism, and metaphysics. It provides practical tools for the listener who wants to be truly alive at all levels. Techniques developed and tested over 30 years are clearly set out to help you shift from making losing choices to winning ones.

This game-changing audiobook gives you a refreshing science-based approach to the classic challenge of motivation in the workplace and is ideal for any leader or manager looking to take their workplace culture in a new direction. The Game Changer includes practical advice for creating highly productive, motivated, and innovative teams.

Charles Handy is one of the giants of contemporary thought. His books on management - including Understanding Organizations and Gods of Management - have changed the way we view business. His work on broader issues and trends - such as Beyond Certainty and The Second Curve - has changed the way we view society. In his new book, Handy builds on a life's work to glimpse into the future and see what challenges and opportunities the next generation faces.