Focus: Facts and dataWhat do we know?What do we need to find out?Neutral and objective.Avoids interpretation or opinion.

The White Hat – Information

Focus: Feelings, hunches, intuitionAllows emotional input without justification.Useful in decision-making to understand reactions.“Gut feelings” are valid here.

The Red Hat – Emotions & Feelings

Focus: Judgment, risks, obstaclesHighlights weaknesses or potential problems.Helps avoid poor decisions.Most used hat in traditional thinking.

The Black Hat – Caution & Critical Thinking

Focus: Positive thinking, values, and benefitsWhy an idea could work.Looks at feasibility and opportunities.Balances the black hat.

The Yellow Hat – Optimism & Benefits

Focus: New ideas, possibilities, alternativesEncourages innovation and lateral thinking.No criticism; just generating options.Essential for solving problems creatively.

The Green Hat – Creativity & Alternatives

Focus: Thinking about thinkingOrganizes and manages the thinking process.Decides which hat to wear and when.Summarizes discussions and conclusions.

The Blue Hat – Process & Control

Explains why using metaphors (hats) simplifies switching thinking modes.Helps people adopt roles without personal bias.Encourages equal contribution.

Why Hats?

Hats can be used one at a time depending on the situation.Examples given of how each hat can lead meetings or thinking sessions.

Using the Hats Separately

Describes how to use hats in structured sequences.Different problems require different orders of hats.Sequences can be pre-planned or adaptive.

Using the Hats Together (Sequences)

The blue hat (control hat) manages the process.Assigns roles and monitors thinking.Keeps sessions focused and time-efficient.

Control of the Hats

Examples from schools, businesses, and governments.Demonstrates effectiveness in group discussions, negotiations, and creative processes.

Six Hats and Real-World Applications

Offers methods for educators and trainers.Simplifies the learning of critical and creative thinking.Emphasizes early education and group usage.

Teaching the Hats

Advocates for widespread adoption of Six Thinking Hats.Promotes a culture of collaborative, organized, and creative thought.Encourages changing the way the world thinks—literally.

The Future of Thinking

The Problem with Thinking

De Bono explains the limitations of traditional thinking methods and introduces the concept of parallel thinking. The Six Thinking Hats technique is proposed as a way to separate thinking into distinct modes, preventing confusion and conflict.

THE classic work about decision-making from the world-renowned writer and philosopher Edward de Bono Meetings are a crucial part of all our lives, but too often they go nowhere and waste valuable time. In Six Thinking Hats, Edward de Bono shows how meetings can be transformed to produce quick, decisive results every time. The Six Hats method is a devastatingly simple technique based on the brain's different modes of thinking. The intelligence, experience and information of everyone is harnessed to reach the right conclusions quickly. These principles fundamentally change the way you work and interact. They have been adopted by businesses and governments around the world to end conflict and confusion in favour of harmony and productivity.

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Books

Edward De Bono is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Edward De Bono has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Edward De Bono's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

Edward De Bono

Six Thinking Hats

Visual and auditory perception.How we interpret and make sense of sensory input.Theories of object recognition and perceptual organization.

Perception

Selective attention and divided attention.Models such as Broadbent’s filter model and Treisman’s attenuation theory.The role of attention in conscious awareness and multitasking.

Attention

Short-term, working, and long-term memory systems.Encoding, storage, retrieval processes.Theories of forgetting and memory distortions.Research on amnesia and memory consolidation.

Memory

Language comprehension, production, and acquisition.Syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.Neurological bases and disorders (e.g., aphasia).

Language

Insight, reasoning, and decision-making.Heuristics and biases (e.g., from Kahneman and Tversky).Creative thinking and mental representation.

Thinking and Problem-Solving

How we categorize and structure knowledge.Semantic networks and schemas.Prototypes vs. exemplars.

Knowledge and Concepts

How cognitive processes change over time.Piagetian and neo-Piagetian perspectives.Infant cognition and theory of mind.

Cognitive Development

The nature of conscious experience.Cognitive and neurological views on awareness.Theories of attention and consciousness integration.

Consciousness

Brain imaging and lesion studies.The interplay between brain function and cognitive processes.Integration with psychology to understand cognition more holistically.

Cognitive Neuroscience

How emotions influence memory, attention, and decision-making.Cognitive theories of emotion (e.g., appraisal theory).Affective neuroscience.

Emotion and Cognition

Research-Based: Rich in experimental studies and real-life applications.Theory + Practice: Combines abstract models with empirical data.Accessible Yet Academic: Suitable for students but not overly simplified.Illustrated with Diagrams: Helps in visualizing complex models.

Approach & Style

Cognitive psychology is a dynamic, evolving field with deep connections to neuroscience and real-world problems.Understanding cognitive processes helps in fields such as AI, education, mental health, and UX design.Cognitive overload, working memory limits, and attentional bottlenecks are fundamental to many cognitive failures in daily life.

Key Takeaways

This textbook systematically covers the main domains of cognitive psychology, emphasizing experimental evidence, theoretical models, and practical applications. It also highlights recent developments in cognitive neuroscience, computational modeling, and real-world cognition.

Previous editions have established this best-selling student handbook as THE cognitive psychology textbook of choice, both for its academic rigour and its accessibility. This sixth edition continues this tradition. It has been substantially updated and revised to reflect new developments in the field (especially within cognitive neuroscience). Traditional approaches are combined with the cutting-edge cognitive neuroscience approach to create a comprehensive, coherent and totally up-to-date overview of all the main fields in cognitive psychology. The major topics covered include perception, attention, memory, concepts, language, problem solving, and reasoning, as well as some applied topics such as everyday memory. New to this edition: <ul> <li>Presented in full-colour throughout, with numerous colour illustrations including photographs and brain scans</li> <li>Increased emphasis on cognitive neuroscience, to reflect its growing influence on cognitive psychology</li> <li>A NEW chapter on Cognition and Emotion</li> <li>A WHOLE chapter on Consciousness</li> <li>Increased coverage of applied topics such as recovered memories, medical expertise, informal reasoning, and emotion regulation incorporated throughout the textbook</li> <li>More focus on individual differences in areas including long-term memory, expertise, reasoning, emotion and regulation.</li></ul> The textbook is packed full of useful features that will engage students and aid revision, including key terms, which are new to this edition, chapter summaries, and suggestions for further reading. Written by one of the leading textbook authors in psychology, this thorough and user-friendly textbook will continue to be essential reading for all undergraduate students of psychology. Those taking courses in computer science, education, linguistics, physiology, and medicine will also find it an invaluable resource. This edition is accompanied by a rich array of supplementary materials, which will be made available to qualifying adopters completely free of charge. The online multimedia materials include: <ul> <li>A PowerPoint lecture course and multiple-choice question test bank</li> <li>A unique Student Learning Program: an interactive revision program incorporating a range of multimedia resources including interactive exercises and demonstrations, and active reference links to journal articles.</li></ul>

Michael W. Eysenck

Mark T. Keane

Cognitive Psychology

Every individual strives to overcome feelings of inferiority.This drive fuels personal development and ambition.

Striving for Superiority

Arises when people feel inadequate and fail to overcome it positively.Leads to withdrawal, overcompensation, or unhealthy behavior.

Inferiority Complex

True mental health is rooted in caring for and contributing to others.Happiness comes from community feeling and cooperation.

Social Interest (Gemeinschaftsgefühl)

The individual is seen as a whole, not divided into parts like id/ego/superego.Thoughts, feelings, and actions are interconnected.

Holism

Everyone develops a unique way of approaching life.Formed in early childhood, based on perceived challenges and solutions.

Lifestyle

People are not victims of their circumstances.We choose how to respond and shape our lives.

The Role of Choice

Encouragement is central to helping others grow.Emphasizes building confidence over punishment or criticism.

Encouragement

The resources here will guide you along a pathway of self-assessment, discovery, and fulfillment.Alfred Adler examines themes common to each of our lives, including family, adolescent development, feelings of superiority and inferiority, the importance of cooperation, work, friendship, and love and marriage. By bettering our understanding of each, Adler helps us overcome our past and transform our lives.

Alfred Adler

What Life Could Mean to You

Your “Why” = Your Purpose. Everyone has a deep-rooted reason that drives them to act, create, and lead. This book is about uncovering that motivation to live and work more authentically and effectively.

Core Premise:

Why: Purpose, cause, or belief.How: Values or guiding principles.What: Products, services, or roles.

The Golden Circle Review

People are inspired by purpose, not just results.Fulfillment and success come from acting consistently with your “Why.”

Why Matters

Reflect on life stories and meaningful moments.Identify themes and values that repeat across those stories.Use a partner or facilitator to guide and reflect back what they hear.Create a Why Statement: “To [contribution] so that [impact].”

Finding Your Personal Why

Collect stories from across the team’s history.Look for recurring themes of peak purpose and impact.Draft a Why Statement that reflects the group’s contribution and shared purpose.

Finding Your Team’s Why

Align decisions, habits, and communication with your Why.Keep the Why visible in work and life.Revisit and refine over time as needed.

Living Your Why

Personal Why Example: “To inspire others to believe in themselves so that they can achieve their full potential.”Team Why Example: “To create experiences that bring people together so that they feel connected and valued.”

Examples

Discovering your Why brings clarity, focus, and motivation.The process involves storytelling, reflection, and emotional insight.Your Why does not change—it is rooted in who you are.A clear Why guides better choices and stronger connections in life and work.

While Start With Why explores the theory behind inspiring leadership and organizations driven by purpose, Find Your Why offers a step-by-step guide to help individuals and teams discover their unique “Why” — the purpose, cause, or belief that inspires them.

Start With Why has led millions of readers to rethink everything they do – in their personal lives, their careers and their organizations.   Now Find Your Why picks up where Start With Why left off. It shows you how to apply Simon Sinek’s powerful insights so that you can find more inspiration at work -- and in turn inspire those around you.   I believe fulfillment is a right and not a privilege. We are all entitled to wake up in the morning inspired to go to work, feel safe when we’re there and return home fulfilled at the end of the day. Achieving that fulfillment starts with understanding exactly WHY we do what we do.    As Start With Why has spread around the world, countless readers have asked me the same question: How can I apply Start With Why to my career, team, company or nonprofit? Along with two of my colleagues, Peter Docker and David Mead, I created this hands-on, step-by-step guide to help you find your WHY. With detailed exercises, illustrations, and action steps for every stage of the process, Find Your Why can help you address many important concerns, including:   * What if my WHY sounds just like my competitor’s? * Can I have more than one WHY? * If my work doesn’t match my WHY, what should I do? * What if my team can’t agree on our WHY?   Whether you've just started your first job, are leading a team, or are CEO of your own company, the exercises in this book will help guide you on a path to long-term success and fulfillment, for both you and your colleagues.    Thank you for joining us as we work together to build a world in which more people start with WHY.   Inspire on! -- Simon

Simon Oliver Sinek is a British-born American author and inspirational speaker. He is the author of five books, including Start With Why and The Infinite Game.

Simon Sinek

David Mead

Peter Docker

Find Your Why

The Golden CircleSinek introduces the Golden Circle:Why – Purpose, cause, beliefHow – Process, values, differentiatorsWhat – Product, service, resultMost people/companies start with what; great leaders start with why.“People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it.

The Golden Circle

Clarity of WHY builds trust and inspiration.“What” and “how” are easier to describe, but why is the driving force that attracts loyalty.

Start With Why, Not What

Short-term tactics (discounts, fear, pressure) manipulate behavior.True leadership inspires, ignites belief, and sustains long-term growth.Real-World Example:Apple communicates WHY they do what they do—innovation, challenging the status quo—not just what they sell.

Leaders Inspire, Not Manipulate

People follow those who lead with authenticity.Trust develops when people believe you’re consistent in your WHY.Quote:“Trust emerges when we sense that another person or organization is driven by things other than their own self-gain.”

The Role of Trust

The limbic brain (feelings, decisions) responds to why.The neocortex (logic, language) processes what and how.This explains why we often “feel” a decision before we can articulate it.

The Biology of DecisionMaking

Great leaders create followers, not just customers.Their why becomes a rallying call that attracts others who share that belief.Inspiration from history:Martin Luther King Jr., the Wright Brothers, and Steve Jobs all had a clear WHY that inspired movements.

Build a Movement, Not Just a Business

Your WHY must be consistent across your words, actions, and decisions.It should be authentic, actionable, and deeply rooted.Daily Practice:Start each day by reconnecting with your why. Use it to guide choices, motivate teams, and shape your message.

Living Your WHY

Know Your Why

Vulnerability is not weakness—it’s the path to courage, connection, and creativity.“Daring greatly” means showing up and letting yourself be seen, even when you can’t control the outcome.Key Quote:“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.”

Vulnerability is Courage

Society often equates vulnerability with weakness and shame.We numb vulnerability through overwork, perfectionism, addiction, and avoidance.Takeaway:Avoiding vulnerability robs us of joy, belonging, and authenticity.

The Vulnerability Myth

Shame thrives in silence, secrecy, and judgment.People wear emotional armor (like cynicism, perfectionism, or numbing) to protect themselves from shame.True strength lies in recognizing and disarming shame.Key Tools:Shame resilience = Recognize + Name + Talk + Empathy.

Shame and Its Armor

Wholehearted people embrace their worthiness.They cultivate courage, compassion, and connection.They practice gratitude, joy, and set boundaries.Practice:“I am enough” becomes the foundation for brave living.

Wholehearted Living

Vulnerability is key to raising strong children, creating brave organizations, and leading with integrity.Encourage curiosity, accountability, and empathy—not shame or fear.For leaders and parents:Be the example. Vulnerability must be modeled, not just talked about.

Parenting, Leading, and Culture

Practice gratitude.Set clear boundaries.Rest and play are essential, not optional.Face discomfort rather than escape it.Engage in honest conversations.

Daily Practice of Daring Greatly

Life is like an arena—we will get criticized, fall, and be judged.The critics don’t matter. What matters is being in the arena and daring despite fear.“It is not the critic who counts… The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.”

The Arena: Showing Up

To live fully, love deeply, and lead authentically, we must choose to dare greatly—every day.

**Now on Netflix as The Call to Courage** 'She's so good, Brené Brown, at finding the language to articulate collective feeling' Dolly Alderton Every time we are faced with change, no matter how great or small, we also face risk. We feel uncertain and exposed. We feel vulnerable. Most of us try to fight those feelings - or feel guilt for feeling them in the first place. In a powerful new vision Dr Brené Brown challenges everything we think we know about vulnerability, and dispels the widely accepted myth that it's a weakness. She argues that, in truth, vulnerability is strength and when we shut ourselves off from vulnerability - from revealing our true selves - we distance ourselves from the experiences that bring purpose and meaning to our lives. Daring Greatly is the culmination of 12 years of groundbreaking social research, across every area of our lives including home, relationships, work, and parenting. It is an invitation to be courageous; to show up and let ourselves be seen, even when there are no guarantees. This is vulnerability. This is daring greatly.

Dr. Brené Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston where she holds the Huffington Foundation – Brené Brown Endowed Chair at The Graduate College of Social Work. Brené is also a visiting professor in management at The University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business. She has spent the past two decades studying courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy and is the author of five #1 New York Times bestsellers: The Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, Braving the Wilderness, and her latest book, Dare to Lead.Brené hosts the Unlocking Us Podcast and the Dare to Lead Podcast. Her TED talk – The Power of Vulnerability – is one of the top five most viewed TED talks in the world with over 50 million views.

Brené Brown

Daring Greatly

Smoking doesn’t relieve stress—it causes it, disguising withdrawal as relaxation. You weren’t born needing cigarettes; you were conditioned. There’s no real pleasure in smoking, only the relief of a discomfort the cigarette created. The trick is to pause and watch your breath during cravings, allowing them to pass like waves. Don’t try to cut down—quitting fully is the only way out. Each time you resist, you’re not depriving yourself—you’re reclaiming clarity.

Clarity

The addiction is mostly psychological. You’ve been taught to believe smoking gives comfort, control, or confidence, but these are illusions. Once you see it clearly, you realize the only thing you’re letting go of is a lie. Write out every belief you hold about smoking and tear each one down. This isn’t a sacrifice—it’s a return to freedom. The grip loosens when the truth sharpens.

Deprogramming

You are not a smoker—you’re simply someone who smoked. Changing that inner script matters more than external actions. Cravings lose power when they don’t align with your identity. Visualize yourself calmly saying no, embodying a free, clear version of yourself. Say it: I don’t smoke. That isn’t me anymore. There’s nothing to resist when you’re already free.

Identity Shift

Cravings rise, peak, and pass. They aren’t commands—they’re signals of detox and transformation. Instead of fearing them, observe them. Let them burn out without feeding them. Every time you delay and distract, you weaken the cycle. Think of each resisted craving as a silent victory. You’re not enduring pain—you’re earning peace.

Craving Alchemy

The cigarette isn’t the reward—it’s just the pause you associate with peace. What you’re truly seeking is presence, not smoke. Replace the ritual: sip tea, take deep breaths, stretch, go outside. Break patterns tied to cigarettes—change your setting, timing, or behavior. Reclaim those moments; make them your own again, no longer rented by nicotine.

Disempowering the Ritual

Fear of quitting is the true prison. But what if freedom is far better than what you think you’re losing? This isn’t a burden—it’s a breakthrough. You’re not giving up pleasure; you’re escaping a trap. Each benefit, each clearer breath, is a gift. Write them down, remind yourself. The future looks better now, not smaller. It expands without smoke.

Liberation Mindset

Freedom lasts when you stay aware. One firm decision—never again—is enough. The danger lies in forgetting the cost of one puff. Revisit what set you free. Share it. Help someone else quit and feel your resolve deepen. This isn’t about willpower anymore. It’s your new reality. The smoke has cleared. You’re out.

Mastery & Maintenance

A new paperback edition of the revolutionary bestseller, with four million copies in print Allen Carr’s innovative Easyway method--which he developed after his own 100-cigarette-a-day habit nearly drove him to despair--has helped millions kick smoking without feeling anxious and deprived. That’s because he helps smokers discover the psychological reasons behind their dependency, handle the withdrawal symptoms, avoid situations when temptation might become too strong, and stay smoke-free. Carr discusses issues such as nicotine addiction; the social "brainwashing” that encourages smoking; the false belief that a cigarette relieves stress; the role boredom plays in sabotaging efforts to quit; and the main reasons for failure. With this proven program, smokers will throw away their packs for good.

Allen Carr

The Easy Way to Stop Smoking

Detachment doesn’t mean you own nothing, it means nothing owns you.Free yourself from fear, ego, envy, and comparison to cultivate inner peace.Journal your triggers and let go through reflection and forgiveness.

Let Go of Negativity

We often live by others’ expectations, not by our own purpose.Discover your authentic self by shedding societal roles.Ask yourself: Who am I when I’m not performing for others?

Identity is Not Assigned, It’s Discovered

Real success comes from how much you help others.Purpose brings fulfillment, not possessions.Use your strengths in the service of others. Define your dharma.

Purpose is Found in Service

The mind is like a monkey; it needs stillness, focus, and intention.Master your mind through daily practices.Meditate, follow a morning routine, and set intentions.

Train Your Mind Like a Monk Trains Discipline

You become what you consume—physically, mentally, and socially.Curate your inputs—friends, media, and energy.Clean up your digital and social life to align with growth.

Environment Shapes Behavior

Fear reveals what we care about and what we must face.Growth lives outside your comfort zone.Practice courage daily—start with small discomforts.

Fear and Doubt are Lessons in Disguise

Gratefulness rewires your brain for abundance.A thankful mind is a powerful mind.Keep a daily gratitude list—even 3 things a day can reframe your mindset.

Gratitude is the Antidote

Holding grudges is like drinking poison and expecting others to suffer.Forgiveness liberates you, not just them.Write a letter of forgiveness (even if you don’t send it).

Forgiveness is a Superpower

Jay Shetty, social media superstar and host of the #1 podcast On Purpose, distills the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical steps anyone can take every day to live a less anxious, more meaningful life. When you think like a monk, you’ll understand: -How to overcome negativity -How to stop overthinking -Why comparison kills love -How to use your fear -Why you can’t find happiness by looking for it -How to learn from everyone you meet -Why you are not your thoughts -How to find your purpose -Why kindness is crucial to success -And much more... Shetty grew up in a family where you could become one of three things—a doctor, a lawyer, or a failure. His family was convinced he had chosen option three: instead of attending his college graduation ceremony, he headed to India to become a monk, to meditate every day for four to eight hours, and devote his life to helping others. After three years, one of his teachers told him that he would have more impact on the world if he left the monk’s path to share his experience and wisdom with others. Heavily in debt, and with no recognizable skills on his résumé, he moved back home in north London with his parents. Shetty reconnected with old school friends—many working for some of the world’s largest corporations—who were experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness, and they invited Shetty to coach them on well-being, purpose, and mindfulness. Since then, Shetty has become one of the world’s most popular influencers. In 2017, he was named in the Forbes magazine 30-under-30 for being a game-changer in the world of media. In 2018, he had the #1 video on Facebook with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 38 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos which have amassed more than 8 billion views, and his podcast, On Purpose, is consistently ranked the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast. In this inspiring, empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Combining ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, Think Like a Monk reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits, and access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us. He transforms abstract lessons into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, improve relationships, and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can—and should—think like a monk.

Jay Shetty is a storyteller, podcaster, and former monk. Shetty’s vision is to Make Wisdom Go Viral. He is on a mission to share the timeless wisdom of the world in an accessible, relevant, and practical way. Shetty has created over 400 viral videos with over 5 billion views, and hosts the #1 Health and Wellness podcast in the world, On Purpose. Learn more at JayShetty.me.

Jay Shetty

Think Like a Monk

How dishonesty, manipulation, and betrayal have become normalized in institutions and relationships.Radical Listening – Cultivating deep, nonjudgmental presence to restore empathy and connection.“The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Example: Whistleblowers speaking out against unethical corporate or governmental practices.

The Collapse of Integrity

The desensitization to suffering and decline in emotional intelligence and compassion.Moral Imagination – Using stories, art, and vision to re-envision a just and compassionate world.“When we deny the story, it defines us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending.” – Brené Brown Example: Truth and reconciliation commissions transforming post-conflict societies.

The Loss of Empathy –

How unchecked capitalism and dominance-based systems corrupt human dignity.Restorative Dialogue Circles – Creating spaces for truth-telling, reconciliation, and mutual accountability.“Earth provides enough to satisfy every man’s needs, but not every man’s greed.” – Mahatma Gandhi Example: The rise of regenerative agriculture and zero-waste movements.

The Idolatry of Power and Profit

Social alienation, digital echo chambers, and loss of shared values.Ethical Reeducation – Embedding moral reasoning and emotional literacy into all levels of learning.“We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.” – Pierre Teilhard de Chardin Example: The revival of contemplative practices in secular wellness movements.

The Fragmentation of Community

Disinformation, relativism, and the erosion of trust in science, journalism, and education.Spiritual Anchoring – Reconnecting with awe, humility, and the sacred in everyday life.“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” – Theodore Parker (popularized by MLK) Example: Global human rights movements (e.g., MeToo, Black Lives Matter).

The Crisis of Truth

Environmental degradation and disregard for ecological responsibility as a moral failure.Civic Participation – Empowering ethical engagement in local and global decision-making.“Education without values, as useful as it is, seems rather to make man a more clever devil.” – C.S. Lewis Example: Ethical failures in tech companies lacking moral oversight.

The Wounding of the Earth

How the spiritual void and loss of higher purpose fuel moral decay.Sustainable Living Practices – Aligning consumption, production, and ecology with moral values.“No one heals alone. We heal in community.” – Anonymous Example: Mutual aid networks rising in response to systemic neglect.

The Disconnection from Soul and Spirit

Western societies today are coming unmoored in the face of an earth-shaking ethical and cultural paradigm shift. At its core is the question of what it means to be human and how we are meant to live. The old answers are no longer accepted; a dizzying array of options are offered in their stead. Underpinning this smorgasbord of lifestyles is a thicket of unquestioned assumptions, such as the separation of gender from biological sex, which not so long ago would have been universally rejected as radical notions. In the spring of 2019, a group of Orthodox Christian scholars drawn from a wide variety of academic disciplines met together to offer responses to the moral crisis our generation faces, elaborating upon its various forms and facilitating a fuller understanding of some of its theological and philosophical foundations. In doing so they offer support to all those who question the claims that are so forcefully insisted upon today &– a clarity that will aid them in standing up and resisting trends that have already shown to be the cause of great suffering and unhappiness. Among the contributors to this volume are NY Times bestselling author Rod Dreher, Frederica Matthewes-Green, Dr David Bradshaw, Fr Chad Hatfield, and Fr Peter Heers. Collectively, these scholars remind us that it is only through our participation in the life of Christ, God who became man, that we can find the healing of our humanity through the restoration in us of His image, in which we were formed at the beginning of time.

Frederica Mathewes-Green

Rod Dreher

Healing Humanity

👤💌Treat your future self like a real person.Build a relationship by writing letters, asking questions, and imagining daily conversations.

Your Future Self Is Real

🎯🧭Define exactly who your future self is in 5–10 years.Vagueness kills progress — clarity accelerates identity change.

Clarity Creates Momentum

🔥✊You don’t wait for confidence — you build it through irreversible decisions.Burn the ships. Leap forward.

Confidence Comes From Commitment

📈🔙Instead of judging how far you are, look at how far you’ve come.Backward measurement boosts confidence and motivation.

Measure Backward, Not Forward

🧠⏩Thinking 10 years ahead will make you act differently today.It speeds up transformation by realigning your priorities.

10x Thinking Shrinks Your Timeline

👑🕰️Dress, speak, decide, and behave like the person you’re becoming — not the person you were.This is how you collapse time.

Act as Your Future Self NOW

This isn’t a book about BECOMING it’s about BEING: noted psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy shows how to imagine the person you want to be, then BE that person now. When you do this, your imagined FUTURE directs your behavior, rather than your past. Who is your Future-Self? That question may seem trite. But it’s literally the answer to all of your life’s questions. It’s the answer to what you’re going to do today. It’s the answer to how motivated you are, and how you feel about yourself. It’s the answer to whether you’ll distract yourself on social media for hours, whether you’ll eat junk food, and what time you get up in the morning. Your imagined Future-Self is the driver of your current reality. It is up to you to develop the ability to imagine better and more expansive visions of your Future-Self. Your current view of your Future-Self is very limited. If you seek learning, growth, and new experiences, you’ll be able to imagine a different and better Future-Self than you currently can. It’s not only useful to see your Future-Self as a different person from who you are today, but it is also completely accurate. Your Future-Self will not be the same person you are today. They will see the world differently. They’ll have had experiences, challenges, and growth you currently don’t have. They’ll have different goals and priorities. They’ll have different habits. They’ll also be in a different world—a world with different cultural values, different technologies, and different challenges.

Six Thinking Hats

Cognitive Psychology

What Life Could Mean to You

Find Your Why

Know Your Why

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