Self Study

The Gale Dictionary of Psychoanalysis defines ‘self-representation’ as “the image the subject has of him or herself based on his or her own interpretation.” The hugely influential 20th century psychoanalytic researcher and philosopher Jacques Lacan enlarges on this by speaking of “the finally donned armor of an alienating identity that will mark [the subject’s] mental development with its rigid structure.” Not surprisingly, psychoanalysts see this construct as a manifestation of the ego, and also as something intimately linked to narcissism.

Get the main key insights from this summary of Brianna Wiest’s 101 Essays That Will Change the Way You Think in just a short listen.

Please note: This is a summary and analysis of the book and not the original book. In The Second Mountain, political commentator and author David Brooks explains how individuals and societies can transition from selfish individualism to a focus on community. He believes that to achieve solidarity, wholeness and true happiness, we must shift our character from the hyper-individualistic first mountain to the more relational second mountain.

Certified life coach, licensed specialty-certified New Life Story® wellness coach, and sexual confidence coach, Erica Lemke-Pembroke is on a mission to help women feel sexy again and reclaim their sexual confidence. She created the Sexy Again Method based on her own experiences, which she uses to empower women in rediscovering this for themselves. In Feel Sexy Again, women learn how to:

Cosmic Publications is proud to give all our listeners this unofficial and unsponsored summary guide to Jordan Peterson's book 12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos. Here, we will explore the 12 rules you should follow in order to live a meaningful life. Our summary guide takes the original book, and provides a comprehensive full summary that takes all of the key points and takeaways from each chapter providing you with a simple and quick way to appreciate the original even more.

Horatio W. Dresser was a New Thought religious leader and author in the United States, speaking to audiences in major cities throughout the country. His books were best sellers and considered the mainstream of the New Thought movement. Dresser saw Christian Science and New Thought as linked in what he called the "mind cure" movement, but disliked the public emphasis on Christian Science as opposed to what he saw as the "more rational" New Thought. In this book, Dresser presents ideas and information that can drive positive change today.

With her own life lessons and struggles, as well as stories from clients and friends, Gabrielle Bernstein teaches the listener to trade fear for love. Through a general view of a personal higher being, she leads with love without stepping on religious ground. Connection to the higher power through love, the greater good, and the individual's pursuit of enlightenment are her goals with this book. Much time is spent on how humans process emotions and default to fear.

Having your period is messy, makes you sore (like being hit by a train), and is emotionally draining and irritating, not to mention highly inconvenient! Many women and young girls are embarrassed by the process of menstruation, but everybody goes through it.

In the Quest for Mature Masculinity, Taylor Ellwood asks the question, "What does it mean to be a man?" and takes listeners on a quest to find the answer. Taylor shares his own ongoing journey to answer this question, while also drawing on spiritual, embodied and primal aspects of the masculine to share how men can move out of the toxic patterns of macho masculinity or nice guy syndrome toward an embodied and present masculinity.

Disclaimer: This is a summary, review of the book Girl, Wash Your Face and not the original book. The book Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis carries one main theme throughout its chapters: that what becomes of your life, ultimately, is up to you. You have so much power to dictate the outcome of your life, but without trashing all the untruths you’ve been fed so far (and even the ones you fed yourself), there’s no harnessing the potential of that truth.

Je suis d'une génération de femmes qui n'ont pas eu à se battre pour leur émancipation. Née dans les années 70, j'ai grandi à une époque de liberté et d'égalité croissantes entre hommes et femmes. Comme mes amies, je pensais que cette égalité nous était acquise : nos mères, et surtout nos grands-mères, avaient déjà fait le plus gros du " boulot ", il nous suffirait de continuer... Les femmes n'ont jamais été aussi proches du pouvoir, elles sortent plus diplômées que les hommes des universités et les récentes.

This course is geared to those of you who don't know any Spanish and want to start from the very beginning. It is also intended for those who have a basic knowledge but feel their language skills are not good enough, their vocabulary is insufficient, or their sentences just don't come out right. Our motto is to give each student the opportunity to work at his/her own pace (no need to rush) and practice as many times as desired. This is the advantage of self-learning!

This course is geared to those of you who don't know any Spanish and want to start from the very beginning. It is also intended for those who have a basic knowledge but feel their language skills are not good enough, their vocabulary is insufficient, or their sentences just don't come out right. Our motto is to give each student the opportunity to work at his/her own pace...no need to rush...and practice as many times as desired.

The entire audio is narrated by Hanni, Danni, Nir, and Limor. Their narration turns learning into an ongoing enjoyable experience while helping learners absorb Hebrew more easily and improve their abilities to express and pronounce the language.

Through candid reflections and thorough research, brings to light the silent struggles many men face as they navigate the tumultuous waters of middle age. From the personal account of his own crisis sparked by the death of a close friend, to his contemplation on the state of his marriage and the existential dread of aging, Finley’s narrative is both relatable and profound.

Females are consistently the recipients of rivalrous behaviors from other women. It’s what people frequently call a “catfight”, or “women being dramatic”, and it isn’t pretty. It can be raw, ugly, confusing, and very painful. Behind Frenemy Lines is a practical guide to help women find their peace, explore how they trust, establish true connections, and know they are not alone when they are experiencing these behaviors. It offers tips with structure to educate and help women connect so they can forge relationships that help them be unstoppable together.

Some people are boys. Some people are girls. Some people are both, neither, or somewhere in between. This sweet, straightforward exploration of gender identity will give children a fuller understanding of themselves and others. With child-friendly language, It Feels Good to Be Yourself provides young listeners and parents alike with the vocabulary to discuss this important topic with sensitivity.

It was a wrong turn that changed everything. When Luma Mufleh—a Muslim, gay, refugee woman from hyper-conservative Jordan—stumbled upon a pick-up game of soccer in Clarkston, Georgia, something compelled her to join. The players, 11- and 12-year-olds from Liberia, Afghanistan, and Sudan, soon welcomed her as coach of their ragtag but fiercely competitive group. Drawn into their lives, Mufleh learned that few of her players, all local public school students, could read a single word. She asks, “Where was the America that took me in? That protected me? How can I get these kids to that America?”

This audio study guide for The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life by Erving Goffman includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and an in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes such as the relationship between performers and their audience, communication, and the presentation of self. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics. The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life is a sociological study of the ways individuals encounter each other.

The Second Half explores how the second half of life is experienced by women from many different cultures. From a French actress to a British novelist, from an Algerian nomad to a Saudi Arabian doctor, and an American politician, Ellen Warner traveled all over the world to interview women about their lives. She asked them what they learned in the first half that was helpful in the second, and what advice they would give to younger women. Their revealing and inspiring stories are enlightening for all listeners.