Survival Psychology

First coined by Richard Dawkins in The Selfish Gene, a meme is any idea, behavior, or skill that can be transferred from one person to another by imitation. Susan Blackmore shows that once our distant ancestors acquired the crucial ability to imitate, a second kind of natural selection began, a survival of the fittest amongst competing ideas and behaviors. Ideas and behaviors that proved most adaptive-making tools, for example, or using language - survived and flourished, replicating themselves in as many minds as possible.

In this book, evolutionary psychologist Dennis Krebs explains how virtuous behaviors such as altruism, justice, honesty, loyalty, self-control, purity, and respect for authority, have evolved in humans and other species. He argues that the key to solving puzzles of morality—such as what it is, how we acquire moral traits, why we sometimes behave badly, and how we make moral decisions—lies in figuring out what adaptive functions moral traits served in early human environments and how they are influenced by social learning, culture, and strategic social interactions in the modern world.

The term "empath" is slowly becoming more and more recognised in the world, which means more and more individuals who have felt "different" their entire lives are starting to discover who they truly are and what gifts they have to offer the world. Being highly sensitive is a rare gift you can be proud of. People love you for being so understanding and helpful when it comes to their problems.

Don’t you think you are mature enough to recognize how your narcissistic mother is still affecting your life, get her out of your head, and become who you really are? I think, then, this book might help. I know you don’t need another book filled in with useless information. You just want to heal.

As the sun lowered in the sky one Friday afternoon in April 2006, acclaimed author Donald Antrim found himself on the roof of his Brooklyn apartment building, afraid for his life. In this moving memoir, Antrim vividly recounts what led him to the roof and what happened after he came back down: two hospitalizations, weeks of fruitless clinical trials, the terror of submitting to ECT - and the saving call from David Foster Wallace that convinced him to try it - as well as years of fitful recovery and setback.

Do you want the complete guide to feeling empowered & in a position of control when dealing with narcissists?! Is there a narcissist in your life that you're finding difficult to deal with? Perhaps a controlling partner or an overbearing colleague at work? Egotistical "friends" who somehow seem to have a way of elevating themselves while bringing you down every time you see them? A family member who constantly oversteps the mark with their arrogance and manipulating ways? A neighbor who seems intent on making your life miserable? Whatever the case, this book has will help you first understand these individuals, and then, perhaps more importantly, will guide you in exactly how to deal with them.

From the heart and soul of lifelong mental-health sufferer Adam Shaw, combined with the expert mind of the talented and leading psychologist Lauren Callaghan, this audiobook is cohesively divided into two helpful parts. Detailed from the separate perspectives of a sufferer and a psychologist is an insight into mental-health recovery to which sufferers can really relate.

For anybody familiar with the condition known as bipolar 2, you will probably know how difficult and distressing the condition can be. Bipolar 2 Disorder is a condition most commonly characterized by at least one hypomanic (happy) episode and one major depressive episode. Firstly, what is bipolar 2? Bipolar 2 disorder, is a type of mental illness that is very similar to bipolar 1 disorder. Typically, people suffering from bipolar 2 will experience severe mood swings and changes, alternating from periods of extreme lows, to highs over time.

Authors Suzanne Cron Heuertz and Ian Christian Stabile offer gentle guidance for new empaths. The Survival Guide for Empaths will help lead your spirit to embrace the many blessings of being an empath and will open up new opportunities for you to live your life of abundance. This book also includes a comprehensive self-assessment section to help you define and understand your unique empathic gift. You’ll also find powerful techniques for protecting yourself against the overwhelming energies that are constantly fighting to drag you down.

STRESS SURVIVAL SKILLS For "The New Normal" Tough Tactics For Tough Times By Psychologist "Dr. Dan" Matzke, PhD Powerful “How To” Tips & Techniques For Stress Management & Stress Relief Over the past several years major changes in the world economy have impacted the finances of business and individuals in countless ways... resulting in a reduction in the standard of living - which has come to be referred to as "the new normal". These changes have placed a high level of stress on society and individuals. The following information offers some practical insights and ideas which can be ...

Narcissism is a very common problem in our current society. It can appear in the form of a family member, friend, or significant lover. Regardless of who has this trait, the effects of this abuse are unpleasant. Victims of narcissistic abuse develop various problems later on in their life.

Behind a cacophony of traffic noise, iPhone alerts and our ever-spinning thoughts, an elusive notion - silence - lies in wait. But what really is silence? Where can it be found? And why is it more important now than ever? Erling Kagge, the Norwegian adventurer and polymath, once spent 50 days walking solo in Antarctica with a broken radio. In this meditative, charming and surprisingly powerful book, he explores the power of silence and the importance of shutting out the world.

Sophie Crockett spent most of her childhood suffering from crippling anxiety. Diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, she became a virtual prisoner in her own home, afraid to venture outside. After battling with depression, eating disorders and self-harm, Sophie had the courage to re-enter society in her late teens.

Overcome Workplace Manipulation: Spot the Signs, Take Back Control, and Thrive Do you feel drained, confused, or second-guessing yourself at work? Are you dealing with a toxic boss, manipulative coworkers, or office politics that leave you frustrated? Workplace manipulation is real—and it can sabotage your confidence, career, and well-being if left unchecked. This book gives you the tools to recognize manipulation, protect yourself, and regain control. You’ll learn how to spot gaslighting, guilt-tripping, favoritism, passive-aggressive behavior, and other toxic tactics before they take ...

Stories and poems about the hardships of life. love and non reciprocity, pain of failing, wishes that don't come true, dreams that fade, mistakes you wish you could have avoided, strength which comes from studying your routes, optimism in the face of pessimism, and learning from the experiences. laments and emotions and perspectives. there are tips and secrets and feelings and honest recollections, from several points of views. something for everyone.

Dive into the depths of survival psychology with this invigorating e-book, "Mind Over Matter". This comprehensive guide will usher you into an intriguing world where mental resilience triumphs, and survival is not merely physical, but largely psychological. This tantalizing narrative goes beyond the realm of ordinary to bring you transformative knowledge designed to foster resilience, boost mental toughness, and enable successful navigation through wilderness survival situations. Embark on a chapter-by-chapter excursion, as you grapple with the thrilling essence of survival psychology and ...

If you or someone you love grew up with an emotionally unavailable, narcissistic, or selfish parent, you probably struggle with residual feelings of anger, abandonment, loneliness, or shame. For anyone who endured a nightmare or a wasteland instead of a nurturing childhood, The Toxic Parents Survival Guide will offer you the clinical insights and the day-to-day tools so you can break the chains of toxicity that bind you in a mess you didn't create.

Empaths: Discover the Secrets to Thriving in a World of Narcissists and Finally Break Free from Toxic Relationships. Are you a highly sensitive person who feels drained by others' emotions, attracts toxic people, and has experienced the devastating effects of narcissistic abuse? You are not alone. Millions of empaths struggle in a world where their unique gifts are often exploited. But what if there was a way to break free, reclaim your power, and thrive?

Christians living with mental illness need proper coping skills. Medication is not a cure all. This survival book is intended for those suffering with Bipolar Disorder. At the time of writing the author was diagnosed with BP. He now is said to have schizoaffective disorder - bipolar type. From research to experience, Christian with Bipolar Disorder is for those who have the illness as well as those trying to understand what their loved ones are experiencing.

人間の行動はシンプルで広範な概念です 人間の精神には他人に影響を与えるために使用できる抜け穴がたくさんあります そのような抜け穴についてもっと知りたいですか 心配する必要はありません適切な場所にいます 聴衆をコントロールしたり自分の言うことに人々を同意させたりすることは新しい概念ではありません それは操作と呼ばれます 世界の歴史に最も影響を与えたほとんどの人は他の人を自分の命令に従わせることに成功しました そのような人はマインドコントロールのように感じるほどの高度な説得の才能を持って生まれたと思うかもしれません しかしそうではありません 人間の行動は非常に予測不可能に思えるかもしれませんが習得できる特定の基礎があります コアの基礎を習得すると支配的または操作的であるという印象を与えることなく他の人から望むものをすべて得ることができます人間の心理と行動についてもっと知りたい場合はダーク心理学で人を分析す