The symptoms vary but usually include waiting until the last minute, setting appointments too late, filing taxes at midnight on April 15th, driving the car into the ground before changing the oil and getting used to the mess in the house because cleaning can wait until tomorrow. Are there dishes still in the sink from three days ago? How about that laundry?These are all the warning signs of procrastination. Some are more dramatic and harmful, like not completing the project on time...

I start by describing the four primary elements of self-esteem, or Powers as I call them. They are: Basic Worth, Competence, Ego Strength and Self-Acceptance. Kids are in the process of forming each of these, starting with the First Power and then building. Kids get the information they need to put together their self-esteem from their family-of-origin, normally, or in the case of divorcing parents, their "families"-of-origin. Depending upon when the divorce occurs, there is an impact to a...

Forty years in clinical psychology private practice brings a depth and perspective. I've seen it all. One of the most underrated conditions in the human psyche is ambivalence. We all experience it, in small ways, like whether to change lanes on the freeway, or buy an off-brand of cereal. When ambivalence strikes, anxiety comes along. Menu indecision often paralyzes diners. Some can't decide which shirt to buy in the store. Ambivalence is not considered serious enough to be a clinical syndr...

My many psychology clients have asked me what goes on in my profession, and what I, and their past therapists really think. I write from the perspective of a professionally trained listener/helper, every day communing with patients who struggle with very personal issues. Along the way, I grapple with difficult topics--politics, homosexuality and gay rights, sex, religion, abortion. I cover the foibles of insurance and money. My clients also worry about what therapists think about them. I'm...

Here's what's in it:Lots of vignettes--snippets of what people describe as mood fits, or mood episodes. These are little stories, primarily about depression or Bipolar disorder--the two BIG ones that are also the most common.Statistics--how many people have mood disorders? Which ones?Definitions: Ever wonder what's the difference between emotion, feeling, mood and affect?What's normal? I have a scale, my way of thinking about moods based on over three decades o...

-Intro and ADHD test.-Definitions and symptoms--"Classic" ADHD: Inattention/Hyperactive-Impulsive. Hyperfocused subtype, Central sensitization subtype, Temporal, Limbic and The Ring subtypes/phenomena. Other cognitive syndromes.-Hypoarousal states, neuron states (excitatory and inhibitory), self-stimulation seeking.-ADHD recognized by four official government agencies. Demographics: five percent of the population. Frequency of boys vs. girls, kids vs. adults. Genetic p...

This ebook starts out with a description of the 33 anxiety symptoms and guides you through a system of evaluation. You pick which symptoms you have, quantify them according to their number, frequency and severity. This number is plugged into rating criteria to tell you where you "fall" relative to everyone else.Next is a description of the seven categories of anxiety. This helps you pick which area best describes your experience with anxiety. You find out which diagnostic category b...

Living to Tell the Horrid Tales: True Life Stories of Former Slaves, Historical Documents & Novels is a seminal collection that weaves together a tapestry of narratives documenting the visceral realities of slavery and its enduring impact. This anthology presents a rich array of literary styles, from harrowing autobiographical accounts to incisive essays and riveting novels. The collection's strength lies in its diversity, featuring standout pieces that poignantly capture the human spirit'...

Have you ever wondered how to lead your teams effectively? In Foundational Leadership, Robert Griggs shares the story of his encounter with Jack Stack, author of The Great Game of Business. This first interaction changed Robert’s life and it formed the basis for an entirely different way to view leadership – one where leaders led with an open book and were willing to share the ins and outs of how a company was run.As Robert shares, this approach, while unsettling in the ea...

If you obsess over FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON, you will love the twenty-three sci fi stories in this collection. Each tale examines some aspect of the human condition, sometimes dark and dystopian, sometimes optimistic, but always thought-provoking.If you enjoy time travel, try "Neverland through the Looking Glass," "The Self-Murder Solution," or "One Million Years in a Day.""The ...

This useful and accessible guide provides an introduction the Gospel of Mark. It is perfect for readers who are new to the Gospel as well as those who are looking for a new perspective on its message. This guide is perfect for individual or group study.Donald L. Griggs' popular volumes The Bible from Scratch: The Old Testament for Beginners and The Bible from Scratch: The New Testament for Beginners presented basic themes, histories, personalities, and meanings of...

Anger management is a skill that everyone needs and uses to some degree, in just about every situation. This 45 page ebook covers anger management in depth. I take you through, step-by-step, how to diagnose your anger, classify it and manage it. Anyone can learn about this subject and anyone can learn to manage their anger.