Psychology

We are losing ourselves. We're chasing the wrong things, asking the wrong questions, and polluting our minds. It's time to stop, it's time to resist and it's time to rethink the fundamental social blueprint that our lives are built upon. 'As an 18-year-old, Black, broke, lonely, insecure, university drop-out from a bankrupt family, I wrote in my diary that I wanted to be a "Happy Sexy Millionaire" by the age of 25. By 25 I was a multi-millionaire having created a business worth over $300m…

What is the secret to success? Black Box Thinking. Ten years on from its original publication, Black Box Thinking remains a game-changing manifesto for success. In this special anniversary edition - featuring brand new material from Matthew Syed - his bold thesis that failure, far from being something to fear, is the secret to innovation and improvement feels more urgent than ever. Packed with gripping case studies, eye-opening research, and stories from elite sport, cutting-edge…

Twenty-five years after the publication of his groundbreaking first book, Malcolm Gladwell returns with a brand-new volume that reframes the lessons of "The Tipping Point" in a startling and revealing light.

Having a positive attitude can benefit you in many ways, leaving you more easily able to deal with stress and even giving the ability to recover from illness more swiftly. This little, full-colour hardback is full of constructive reminders and exercises to help banish negative thinking and replace it with optimism, allowing you to reframe most situations to look on the bright side.

Children can explore the inner workings of this human mind with this hardback introduction to psychology, packed with diagrams and full-colour illustrations. Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this accessible introduction explores all of psychology's most fundamental and fascinating topics for young readers. Children can discover out why we dream, how we store memories, what creates our personality and other intriguing concepts - all explained with practical and…

Unlock the wonders of the human brain in 10 concise chapters with this essential introduction to psychology. Learn about the theories of Sigmund Freud, the research of Ivan Pavlov, the distinction between behavioural and cognitive psychology, and much more besides. With short chapters designed to be absorbed in single session, this book will provide you with the perfect starting point in psychology.

"Dr Courtney gifts us with her inspirational journey of self-discovery to help us understand ourselves and to overcome our own self-defeating habits, humanzing the journey for us all" DR NICOLE LEPERA, bestselling author of HOW TO DO THE WORK A groundbreaking guide showing us how being "out of control" (and admitting it) is the first step to living a truly better, more meaningful life. Raise your hand if you've ever wanted to "self-improve" but, for some reason, you just can't follow…

What do I want, why don't I have it, and how can I make it happen? The Power of Moving On takes you on a deeper journey to discover what you truly want - whether it's a romantic relationship, financial freedom or better health - and how to get it. By raising the level of your consciousness, you can move on and create the space to manifest your desires. In this practical guide, you will learn proven techniques to: - Identify your true desires - Remove negative beliefs that are holding…

"No matter where you are, a sense of calm is closer than you think." Find your inner calm with this soothing collection of inspirational quotes, wise ideas, and practical tips designed to encourage a peaceful outlook in life. With more than a thousand thoughts on how to access greater tranquillity in everyday situations, you are sure to find a solution for combatting stress and anxiety. This handy pocket guide with pretty printed page-edges will help you ease your way into your week with…