Summaries of books about Communication & Social Skills:
Say What You Mean
A Mindful Approach to Nonviolent Communication
Oren Jay Sofer
The book provides a guide on how to use mindfulness practices to enhance communication skills, fostering clarity, compassion, and understanding in conversations. It integrates principles of Nonviolent Communication with meditation techniques to help readers express themselves authentically and listen to others with empathy.
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Plays Well with Others
The Surprising Science Behind Why Everything You Know About Relationships Is (Mostly) Wrong
Eric Barker
The book delves into the complexities of human relationships, challenging conventional wisdom with insights from psychological research and scientific studies. It offers readers a deeper understanding of social dynamics and practical advice on how to build stronger, more fulfilling connections with others.
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Dark Psychology and Manipulation
Discover 40 Covert Emotional Manipulation Techniques, Mind Control, Brainwashing. Learn How to Analyze People, NLP Secret ... Effect, Subliminal Influence Book 1)
William Cooper
The book explores various techniques and strategies used in dark psychology, including emotional manipulation, mind control, and brainwashing. It also provides insights on how to analyze people, understand neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and recognize the effects of subliminal influence.
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People Skills
Robert Bolton
The book provides a comprehensive guide to effective interpersonal communication, covering listening skills, assertiveness, conflict resolution, and how to give and receive feedback. It offers practical techniques for improving relationships in both personal and professional contexts through enhanced communication strategies.
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Liespotting
Proven Techniques to Detect Deception
Pamela Meyer
The book provides readers with tools and techniques to identify lies and deceptive behavior, drawing on research from psychology, communication theory, and a range of other disciplines. It offers practical strategies for improving lie detection skills, enhancing trust, and building more honest relationships in personal and professional contexts.
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Quiet Power
The Secret Strengths of Introverts
Susan Cain|Gregory Mone|Erica Moroz
The book explores the unique qualities and advantages of introverted children and teens in various contexts such as school, extracurricular activities, family life, and friendships. It provides guidance and strategies for introverts to harness their inner strengths, overcome challenges, and thrive in a world that often celebrates extroversion.
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Nerdy, Shy, and Socially Inappropriate
A User Guide to an Asperger Life
Cynthia Kim
The book is a personal account of living with Asperger's Syndrome, offering insights into the author's experiences with social challenges, sensory sensitivities, and the pursuit of self-acceptance. It provides practical advice for both individuals on the autism spectrum and their friends and families, aiming to foster better understanding and communication.
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Six Thinking Hats
Edward de Bono
The book introduces a tool for group discussion and individual thinking involving six colored hats, each representing a different perspective or approach to a problem. It provides a structured method to help people be more productive, focused, and mindfully involved in a collaborative thinking process.
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How to Think
A Survival Guide for a World at Odds
Alan Jacobs
The book provides strategies for improving thinking skills, advocating for a more reflective approach to engaging with others' ideas and fostering better conversations. It emphasizes the importance of breaking free from the social dynamics that impede clear thought and encourages intellectual generosity and patience.
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The HeART of Laser-Focused Coaching
A Revolutionary Approach to Masterful Coaching
Marion Franklin
The book provides a comprehensive guide to enhancing coaching skills through a method called Laser-Focused Coaching, which emphasizes asking powerful questions, listening actively, and giving feedback effectively. It offers practical strategies and real-life examples to help coaches facilitate meaningful change and achieve greater results with their clients.
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