Self Identity

Both a personal and general meditation on identity and belonging, Daniel J. Siegel’s book combines personal reflections with scientific discussions of how the mind, brain, and our relationships shape who we are. Weaving the internal and external, the subjective and objective, IntraConnected reveals how our culture may give us a message of separation as a solo, isolated self, but a wider perspective unveils that who we are may be something more―broader than the brain, bigger even than the body―and fundamental to social systems and the natural world.

Self and Identity: The Basics is a jargon-free and accessible introduction that draws on key theories and ideas in social psychology to explore the ways that other people affect our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Highlighting selfhood as a function of identity, the book shows that it is our relationships with others in our social world that largely determine who we are. It considers the philosophical and psychological context in which ideas about selfhood have developed and reviews the ways that the people around us, and the groups that we belong to, affect who we are.

We all know we tell stories about ourselves. But as psychiatrist and neuroscientist Gregory Berns argues in The Self Delusion, we don’t just tell stories; we are the stories. Our self-identities are fleeting phenomena, continually reborn as our conscious minds receive, filter, or act on incoming information from the world and our memories.

In a technologically-saturated era where nearly everything can be effortlessly and digitally reproduced, we're all hungry to carve out our own unique personalities, our own bespoke personae, to stand out and be seen. As the forces of social media and capitalism collide, and individualism becomes more important than ever across a wide array of industries, "branding ourselves" or actively defining our selves for others has become the norm. Yet, this phenomenon is not new. In Self-Made, Tara Isabella Burton shows us how we arrived at this moment of fervent personal-branding.

When Nancy Friday began her research for My Mother/My Self in the early 1970s no work existed that explored the unique interaction between mother and daughter. Today psychotherapists throughout the world acknowledge that if women are to be able to love without possessing, to find work that fulfills them, and to discover their full sexuality, they must first acknowledge their identity as separate from their mother’s. Nancy Friday’s book played a major role in that acceptance.

Miranda Panda is being very bossy when telling everyone what dress ups to wear to her party. Ginnie is unhappy when given a firefighter's costume. She doesn't feel brave enough to be a firefighter. Will things change when the fire truck arrives and Ginnie is asked to help?

This groundbreaking guide isn't just another self-help book—it's a transformative toolkit designed to help you break free from societal expectations and embrace your individuality with confidence. Whether you've been masking for years or are just beginning to explore your authentic self, this book is designed to support you every step of the way.

Empower your teen to conquer life’s challenges with confidence and balance, even when stress and anxiety seem overwhelming.

There is one point that contemporary psychology and centuries old Eastern Buddhist and Taoist teachings agree on: if you wish to experience less suffering, you must change the way you see yourself. But what if the change that is needed is to let go of our selves entirely? What does this mean for those of us living in an increasingly self-obsessed and individualistic society? In this compassionate and galvanizing book, Dr. Tom Davies gently invites you to consider the basic elements that define who you are.

A study of identity politics through a biblical lens, looking at idolatry of the self and the elevations of sexual identity. Our culture is obsessed with identity and it has been the cause of tense interaction with (and within) the Church.

19 Masks People Wear is your guide to unraveling the myriad facades that shape our lives, leading you on a path to self-discovery, enhanced communication, and inner fulfillment.

In a world that often feels overwhelming, this audiobook serves as a guiding light and a source of encouragement for Black boys, helping them see the greatness they hold within. "Affirmations for Black Boys" is crafted with heartfelt affirmations that speak to the unique journey, beauty, and power each boy possesses, instilling confidence, resilience, and a deep sense of self-worth.

The Umbrella Picker tells the true story of a woman who was lost for 45 years until she learned that she is Autistic. After a long and relentless journey of searching for answers, the hand of fate finally revealed to her what she had waited a lifetime for. Learning she was Autistic was life changing. She is no longer lost, and having found her own, unique way, Jane has written the (brutally honest!) book she wished was available to her years earlier.

In this stunningly illustrated essay collection inspired by the popular podcast Life, I Swear, prominent Black women reflect on self-love and healing, sharing stories of the trials and tribulations they’ve faced and what has helped them confront pain, heal wounds, and find connection.

Do you ever feel like you don’t deserve your success? Like you’ve just been, and sooner or later, everyone will realise you’re not as capable as they think? You’re not alone. 70% of people experience Imposter Syndrome at some point in their lives, high-achieving professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs, and students alike.

Jewels is a friendly and fun-loving little girl who embarks on an exciting treasure hunt. Through her many challenges during her adventure, she soon discovers more than she could have ever imagined. This charming story will uplift, inspire, and empower girls and boys of all ages. It will engage the imagination of your littles one's and create wonderful opportunities to have meaningful conversations about their Faith in Jesus Christ, for in him lie hidden all the treasures, that are just waiting to be discovered.

Unleash your full potential and achieve success with practical insights for personal and professional growth, even if you've felt misunderstood for years. Are you searching for advice from someone inside the spectrum on building meaningful social connections and authentically advancing your career?

What does it mean to be Asian American? How does our racialization in the United States shape our lives and our worldviews? With candor and care, Ellie Yang Camp, a Taiwanese American educator, offers a set of ideas and frameworks to guide us toward a more nuanced understanding of these questions. Drawing on her experiences and observations from history, conversations with Asian American peers, and lessons derived from other people of color, Camp unpacks the confusing dynamics that underlie anti-Asian stigmas and stereotypes in the US.

A creative visualization program to guide the individual through the steps of spiritual identification, healing, and creation. Remember, as you journey, the power is not in the recordings, but rather in you, as you are assisted to a place where you can master all things.

Deine Identität, die du bisher hast, hat zu dem Leben geführt, welches du jetzt gerade führst—auch, wenn du das bewusst nicht wolltest. Damit du ein genussvolles Leben nach deinen Vorstellungen aufbauen kannst, darfst du dir selbst eine neue Identität erschaffen. Selbst, wenn dein Kopf sich aktuell wie ein unüberwindbares Schlachtfeld voller Zweifel, Unsicherheiten und Ängste anfühlt, welches dich innerlich zerreißt. Hier kommt Identity Change von Experte und Autor Tim Wunderlich ins Spiel.