Creating Russophobia: From the Great Religious Schism to Anti-Putin Hysteria

Russophobia

There are many, among my circle of friends, who are quick to jump on the “Stand with Ukraine” bandwagon because it is the politically correct thing to do, without trying to understand the undercurrent of the political situation. These people should read Creating Russophobia: From the Great Religious Schism to Anti-Putin Hysteria by Guy Mettan… Read More: Creating Russophobia: From the Great Religious Schism to Anti-Putin Hysteria »

Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me)

Mistakes were made (but not by me)

Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) provides profound insights into the psychological processes that lead people to defend their actions and beliefs, often at the expense of truth and self-awareness. By understanding these mechanisms, you can work towards greater personal accountability, improved relationships, and more rational decision-making. The central theme of the book is… Read More: Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) »

Know-How

Know-How

The author seemed enamoured of the cults of personality in the business world during his era, and it showed. Know-How: The 8 Skills That Separate People Who Perform from Those Who Don’t reads like a book version of FORTUNE magazine. Unfortunately, the content didn’t stand the test of time (ahem!), particularly his take on some… Read More: Know-How »

No-Drama Discipline

No-Drama Discipline

Authors Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson made it sound so easy with the techniques outlined in No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind, but remember, your mileage will vary. Even the authors admitted that there is no silver bullet to parenting and freely confessed their… Read More: No-Drama Discipline »