Sociale færdigheder og håndtering af andre mennesker

Nepal tur retur beskriver veloplagt og autentisk den stofudløste psykose, Henrik Sylvest oplevede som ung i slutningen af 60’erne. Det er en dybt personlig beretning, som levende skildrer en dannelsesrejse til Indien og Nepal med LSD, hash og syre som rejsekammerater. Tilbage i Danmark er vi med inden for murerne på Sankt Hans og Oringe, som giver et sjældent indblik i datidens psykiatri og behandlingsmetoder. Psykiater Martin Balslev Jørgensen har skrevet forordet. Og bagerst i bogen er et kort afsnit med fakta om rusmidler og psykoser skrevet af psykiater Raben Rosenberg.

"We all know people who seem capable of connecting with almost anyone. They are the ones we turn to for advice, the ones who ask deep questions but also seem to hear what we are trying to say. What do they know about conversation that makes them so special? And what can they tell us about how communication really works? Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg argues, understand--some by intuition, some by hard-won experience--that there is a science to how human beings connect through words. They understand that whenever we speak, we're actually participating in one of three distinct conversations: What is this really about? How do we feel? And who are we? They know the importance of recognizing--and then matching--each kind of conversation, and how to hear the complex emotions, subtle negotiations and hidden beliefs that color and inform everything we say. Our pasts, our values, our affiliations-our identities-shape every discussion we have, from who will pick up the kids to how we want to be treated at work"--

Indre lederskab er forudsætningen for det ydre lederskab, og begynder med selvindsigt.Lotte Juul Lauesen introducerer Ledelseskompasset som et enkelt og visuelt værktøj til at forstå og udvikle organisationen som en levende organisme. Bogen henvender sig til ledere, mellemledere, lærere, pædagoger – alle som i deres virke har ansvar for andre.Du vil genkende hvert område som kvaliteter i dig selv og dine medarbejdere igennem de mange levende eksempler, og du vil blive i stand til at få øje på styrker og blinde pletter. Du vil få et redskab, et kompas, du kan orientere dig efter, i lederskabets – og livets – store kompleksitet.Ledelseskompasset tilbyder en helt ny forståelsesramme såvel som et selv- og medarbejderudviklingsredskab og en nøgle til at skabe bæredygtige forandringer i organisationen.Bogen er illustreret af Ina Marie Graneberg.–––“Dette er en bog om ledelse og lederskab. Og det handler om dig, læseren. Hele vejen igennem peger pilen – med respekt og ydmyghed – mod dig. Du skal skabe dit eget ledelsesredskab. Der er syv ledelseskvaliteter, menneskekvaliteter, og de er krumtappen i hele bogen. Denne bog har en værdig helhedsforståelse af menneske, virksomhed og ledelse, og det er blandt andet det, der gør denne bog til en enestående bog.”Steen Hildebrandt,Ph.D., professor emeritus, Aarhus Universitet.

Do you ever think you're the only one making any sense? Or tried to reason with your partner with disastrous results? Do long, rambling answers drive you crazy? Or does your colleague's abrasive manner rub you the wrong way?You are not alone. After a disastrous meeting with a highly successful entrepreneur, who was genuinely convinced he was 'surrounded by idiots', communication expert and bestselling author, Thomas Erikson dedicated himself to understanding how people function and why we often struggle to connect with certain types of people.Surrounded by Idiots is an international phenomenon, selling over 1.5 million copies worldwide. It offers a simple, yet ground-breaking method for assessing the personalities of people we communicate with - in and out of the office - based on four personality types (Red, Blue, Green and Yellow), and provides insights into how we can adjust the way we speak and share information.Erikson will help you understand yourself better, hone communication and social skills, handle conflict with confidence, improve dynamics with your boss and team, and get the best out of the people you deal with and manage. He also shares simple tricks on body language, improving written communication, advice on when to back away or when to push on, and when to speak up or shut up. Packed with 'aha!' and 'oh no!' moments, Surrounded by Idiots will help you understand and communicate with those around you, even people you currently think are beyond all comprehension.And with a bit of luck you can also be confident that the idiot out there isn't you!

This new edition of the most influential self-help book of the last century has been updated under the care of Dale's daughter, Donna, introducing changes that keep the book fresh for today's readers, with priceless material restored from the original 1936 text.

A “meticulously researched and buoyantly written” (Esquire) look at what happens when we talk to strangers, and why it affects everything from our own health and well-being to the rise and fall of nations in the tradition of Susan Cain’s Quiet and Yuval Noah Harari’s Sapiens“This lively, searching work makes the case that welcoming ‘others’ isn’t just the bedrock of civilization, it’s the surest path to the best of what life has to offer.”—Ayad Akhtar, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Homeland ElegiesIn our cities, we stand in silence at the pharmacy and in check-out lines at the grocery store, distracted by our phones, barely acknowledging one another, even as rates of loneliness skyrocket. Online, we retreat into ideological silos reinforced by algorithms designed to serve us only familiar ideas and like-minded users. In our politics, we are increasingly consumed by a fear of people we’ve never met. But what if strangers—so often blamed for our most pressing political, social, and personal problems—are actually the solution?In The Power of Strangers, Joe Keohane sets out on a journey to discover what happens when we bridge the distance between us and people we don’t know. He learns that while we’re wired to sometimes fear, distrust, and even hate strangers, people and societies that have learned to connect with strangers benefit immensely. Digging into a growing body of cutting-edge research on the surprising social and psychological benefits that come from talking to strangers, Keohane finds that even passing interactions can enhance empathy, happiness, and cognitive development, ease loneliness and isolation, and root us in the world, deepening our sense of belonging. And all the while, Keohane gathers practical tips from experts on how to talk to strangers, and tries them out himself in the wild, to awkward, entertaining, and frequently poignant effect.Warm, witty, erudite, and profound, equal parts sweeping history and self-help journey, this deeply researched book will inspire readers to see everything—from major geopolitical shifts to trips to the corner store—in an entirely new light, showing them that talking to strangers isn’t just a way to live; it’s a way to survive.

Nadja Engsig fra TV2-dokumentaren ”Nadja og de 170 kilo” fortæller i denne bog sin personlige historie om en kaotisk barndom, hvor mad blev det eneste faste holdepunkt. Om svigt, smerte og sorg – og et tiltagende misbrug af makrelmadder, marsbarer og mayonnaise.Hvordan bliver man et helt menneske, når man er vokset op i en sammenbrudt familie og er rundet af omsorgssvigt, sexovergreb og en spiseforstyrrelse, der har slået dybe rødder?Bogen handler også om mødet med systemet – med skiftende skoler, sagsbehandlere og sociale tilbud. Om desperationen, når man bliver mobbet af sine jævnaldrende og misforstået af de voksne. Om sorgen, når man føler sig brændemærket som den tykke pige, der selv er skyld i sine problemer. Og om at tage sagen i egen hånd med alkohol, hash, sex, selvskade og op mod 4.000 kalorier på ét måltid. Nadja Engsigs fortælling er en vedkommende og væsentlig førstehåndsberetning fra livets gang i Underdanmark. En fortælling om at synke til bunds med sin sociale arv. Og om at bryde mønstret, med hjælp fra de sjældne voksne, der ikke kun så et problem på 170 kilo, der skulle fikses.

En bog om, hvordan man som leder kan arbejde løsningsfokuseret ved at anskue sin rolle som vært for et samarbejde. Ledelse handler ikke længere om at være helten, der går forrest og får alting til at ske, men om at tænke som en vært, der formår at skabe relationer og ved, hvornår det er bedst at træde et skridt frem eller et skridt tilbage. At tænke som en vært er en metafor, de fleste kan forholde sig til, og bruges her som indgangsvinkel til løsningsfokuseret ledelse. Lederen som vært beskriver ændringen fra den historiske ledertype til den moderne værtsleder, der skal kunne skabe relationer til andre og opmuntre dem til at tage et næste skridt ud fra bedste håb, visioner og intentioner for fremtiden. Det kræver, at værtslederen selv er bevidst om sin egen position og rolle – med andre ord, om lederen skal træde et skridt frem eller tilbage undervejs, og hvilken rolle lederen udfylder. Lederen som vært er en detaljeret gennemgang, der afdækker 6 roller og 4 positioner, som en værtsleder kan indtage. Denne tilgang er så let genkendelig og anvendelig, at den straks kan bringes i spil i både arbejde og mange andre sammenhænge ud fra tanken om værtskab som ledelsesværktøj. Bogen er systematisk bygget op, hvert kapitel slutter med hovedpunkter og spørgsmål til eftertanke, og der linkes til omfattende ekstramateriale og kilder, så det både er nemt og overskueligt at komme i gang og efterfølgende fordybe sig. Forfatterne, Mark McKergow og Helen Bailey, er nogle af de fremmeste kapaciteter internationalt inden for coaching, løsningsfokuseret ledelse og værtslederskab. Mark McKergow er medforfatter til tre bøger, deriblandt The Solutions Focus. Lederen som vært henvender sig til ledere, undervisere, facilitatorer, studerende og alle andre, der er interesserede i den løsningsfokuserede tilgang. Til dem, der er interesserede i forandringsledelse og værtslederskab. Til dem, der ønsker konkrete og nemme-at-gå-til-øvelser.

In this book, the second of two, author George Manus has compromised with his basic philosophy about experience, which briefly states that: You must be master of your own experiences, as that is the only way you can progress. Think about the experiences you have benefited from in life, especially where you believe they have been important for your own development whatever your age. Should it be possible to be master of ones own experiences, one must as a starting point acquire a solid platform to stand on, understood as having a clear perception of lifes most important values and a balanced basis for meeting lifess challenges. For this, it goes without saying that one should listen to the experience of others. The author sees himself as an autodidact but believes that he has acquired a reasonably solid platform to stand on. "Honest self-awareness gives you a solid platform to stand on in life, and is a gift not given to all; many must work towards that goal themselves, like I have done, and this is where these books, as an example, shows you how I have exposed my honest self-awareness, and thereby got a more solid platform from where to stand up to lifes challenges". Inspiration to gather the content and publish this book; he says; comes from readers of his previous books, and two of them in particular: "217 Reflections" and "Food for Thought - 1001 Short reflections". In this book he has chosen 21 Reflections about Life Values from the first mentioned book, and 94 Food for Thought from the second.A book for all ages about My Life Values and Attitudes without reference to religion and politics.

Hvad er psykopati? Hvorfor bliver man psykopat? Og hvorfor er psykopati så fascinerende?Måske kender du ikke selv en psykopat, men har hørt om psykopati. Begrebet psykopati bliver ofte brugt i flæng i både rigtige og forkerte sammenhænge. De fleste opfatter en psykopat som et menneske, man helst ikke vil i nærheden af – og slet ikke have en tæt relation til.Men hvad er psykopati? Hvorfor er det, vi er så fascinerede af, forundrede over og nogle gange også frygtsomme i forhold til mennesker, der har psykopatiske træk eller er psykopater?Kort & godt om PSYKOPATI giver baggrund og let tilgængelig viden om, hvad psykopati er, hvilke behandlingsformer, der er, hvordan psykopati typisk viser sig, hos hvem det udarter sig, og hvorfor det sker. Og ikke mindst hvad man kan gøre, hvis man møder en psykopat på sin vej, hvad enten det er professionelt eller privat.Bogen er til alle, der interesserer sig for psykopati. Den er også til personer, der har været eller er tæt på en psykopat og gerne vil vide mere om emnet.

Fill you with anxiety, and you are sick and tired of avoiding confrontations or feeling anxious when the need to address a sensitive topic with a colleague, a supervisor, an employee, etc. arises? And are you looking for a guide to equip you with the necessary conversational skills, particularly when having difficult conversations at work, so you no longer hate it when you have to have difficult conversations?In this book, you'll learn;The truth about difficult conversationTips for handling difficult conversationsBe sure about the issue at handProperly manage emotionsBe silent conformablyInitiating a difficult conversation is similar to having a cold. We all come down with frequent colds, and thus, we know how much of a nuisance it can be despite the fact that it does not have any cure. Difficult conversations should not be avoided as this is an integral part of managing our challenges and thus streamlining our relationships whether in the office, at home or anywhere else.

Unlock the essence of true success with Rae A. Stonehouse's transformative guide, "Simplifying Success: A No-Nonsense Guide to Achieving Your Goals." This book is not just another self-help manual; it's a clarion call to redefine what success means to you. Stonehouse strips away the complexities and distractions that clutter our path to achievement, offering a clearer, more meaningful approach to personal and professional fulfillment. Dive into the heart of what really matters with practical advice on decluttering your objectives, focusing on holistic well-being, and aligning your actions with your deepest values. Stonehouse doesn't just tell you to chase your dreams; he shows you how to live them, emphasizing the importance of resilience, adaptability, and self-care in the journey towards your goals. "Simplifying Success" is more than achieving what you set out to do; it's about finding joy in the journey, learning from setbacks, and making a positive impact beyond yourself. Through engaging stories, actionable strategies, and insightful reflections, Stonehouse guides you to celebrate small wins, learn from every step, and continuously set the stage for greater achievements. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking renewed inspiration or a dreamer looking to set your course, this book is your roadmap to a life of achievement and fulfillment. Embrace simplicity, focus on what truly matters, and start living a more meaningful and rewarding life today with "Simplifying Success." Join Rae A. Stonehouse on this journey to simplifying success, where less is truly more, and your biggest goals are not just achievable but meaningful.

Life is a process of mutual persuasion. Whatever our walk of life much of our everyday energy in interpersonal, intergroup and international relations is directed at trying to get others to do as we want, to change their behavior or beliefs. Change can evoke resistance, tensions rise, people find themselves in conflicts they cannot see a way out of. They precondition talks; become entrapped by escalation dynamics; struggle to listen effectively; misjudge one another's intentions, capacity, commitment or competencies; and make choices whose consequences they haven't thought through. Current and future relations become marooned on unresolved issues from the past. Some see better returns in perpetuating than resolving differences. Predatory neighbours and difficult political, social and economic conditions reduce the wriggle room for creative problem-solving. Drawing on 35 years of experience as a mediator in a changing South Africa, as a conflict scholar, and as a trainer across over 30 countries Mark Anstey shares insights into how people have broken through such impasses.

An empowering and moving story of a young woman from South Central Los Angeles (Watts and Compton) who took a chance, defied the odds, and became the first-ever Black American to achieve a half-century-long career with The Walt Disney Company.Disneyland was groundbreaking when it opened in 1955 and continues to possess a legacy of being a trend setter in both the world of themed, immersive, entertainment and workplace culture, experiences, and training. Although change was inevitable it didn’t always come easy.    Here is the incredible story of a young woman from South Central Los Angeles (Watts and Compton) who took a chance, defied the odds, and became the first-ever Black American to achieve a half-century-long career with The Walt Disney Company.       When Martha Blanding started working at Disneyland Park in 1971, it was already a wildly successful and internationally beloved travel destination that had welcomed more than 100 million guests. This book is a personal journey through fifty years of Disneyland as told like never before . . . through the eyes and perspective of a successful Black woman who was indeed an example of Groundbreaking Magic.    This book tells how a twenty-year-old college student came to work in Walt Disney’s original theme park during the racially charged era of the early 1970s, starting as the park’s first Black tour guide and eventually overseeing multi-million dollar generating merchandise-based events, many featuring globally acclaimed artists and celebrities. Martha also had a unique vantage point as she saw how societal changes impacted and changed Disneyland while she helped make much of that change possible.    In addition to all the Disney pixie dust, an incredibly loving, resilient, and close American family is at the heart of this book. With her bedrock parents who had joined the Great Migration out of the Deep South, her family witnessed firsthand some of our country’s most shameful events while never faltering in their faith or pride in being Black Americans.    Part memoir and part cultural history, Groundbreaking Magic is sweet, insightful, sometimes blunt, occasionally heartbreaking, and often funny and surprising, providing the first-ever account of Disney history as seen through the eyes of “Martha B.”

How do you choose the right career path and what do you do when it doesn't feel right anymore? Graduate was written for ambitious people either applying for their first job, aiming to change careers or simply finding purpose in what they do - one step at a time. "Soukayna is an explosion of positivity and ambition, she lights up every single room she enters by how bright she is." Account Executive, Salesforce "Before meeting Soukayna, I had been reading her LinkedIn content for about one year. She is truly an inspiration to many women out there, her impact is incredible." Head of E-Commerce, Google "Soukayna is the kind of person who you speak to for a couple minutes, and you know she will conquer the world. She has the ability to rise up to the top in anything she does." Account Director, LinkedIn

Rinkle is a pet rabbit who gets lost while playing when her cage is being cleaned out.Frightened and lonely, she finds herself in Enderby Wood where she hopes the wild rabbits will help her... but will they?

Author Michael Ashford offers the stories of real people who have navigated hostility, differences, and divides to co-create new solutions to big problems. Michael presents his ASK and SEE approach to conflict communication crafted out of years of his own experience and interviews with people from all different walks of life as he sought to answer the question: Can people change?

Don’t let digital devices highjack your life—this inspirational guide shows you how to disconnect so you can reconnect with your loved ones and mental well-being.As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Lori Whatley has invested years into helping people manage their digital devices to live fuller, more vibrant lives.This book looks into the damage that disconnection and disengagement can have on our relationships with technology as its root cause. Many relationships suffer from overuse of technology. The result of which creates tension, sadness, and loneliness.Sharing from her one-on-one sessions with patients, Dr. Whatley reveals practical steps that will empower and transform one's relationships and your life.The inspirational message in each chapter will encourage you to: Create strong relational connections with the people closest to you Restore intimacy and person-to-person interaction Reduce the impact of technology on children and families Minimize the stress that comes from your digital devices Engage your world with renewed energy and confidence Find new passion, meaning and purpose Are you ready to connect with the people around you, engage in the world, and create a life that makes you feel alive?

One of Barack Obama's longest-serving speechwriters reveals the public speaking lessons that will help you become a more confident and compelling communicator and leader.As a White House speechwriter, Terry Szuplat helped craft hundreds of speeches for President Obama. But when it came to public speaking himself, Szuplat--like many people--was gripped by anxiety and preferred to stay in the shadows. When he was invited to give the first major speech of his life, he faced a choice: keep hiding from what scared him, or finally face his fears.In Say It Well, Szuplat shares the life-changing lessons he learned from Barack Obama--one of the most admired speakers of our time--and how he applied these techniques to become a better speaker himself. In every chapter, he shares never-before-heard advice from Obama on speaking well, along with riveting behind-the-scenes stories of writing for a president--so you can master every step of public speaking, including: - Tips for overcoming stage fright- Best practices for using artificial intelligence to compose a memorable speech- Attention-grabbing openings to pull in any audience- Framing techniques to make your arguments more persuasive - Scientifically-proven ways to inspire people to action and to create the change you want- Tricks for editing, polishing, and practicing your words for maximum impact- The only way to end any great speechAlong the way, Szuplat introduces you to remarkable people from all walks of life--students, advocates, business executives, veterans--who have used these techniques to give speeches that have gone viral and inspired millions of people around the world. At a time of division and distrust, Say It Well also shows how we can all speak with the empathy, civility, and honesty that we need now more than ever.In sharing his journey to find his own voice, Szuplat will help you find yours. Written with humor and warmth, this is your new guide to the art of public speaking. And the next time you speak--whether you're giving a toast or a eulogy for a loved one, a presentation at work, or an impassioned appeal for a cause you care about--not only will you know what to say, you'll know how to say it well..

Speak Internationally Social Effect Stories" is a remarkable and connecting with stage that unites accounts from different societies all over the planet. This drive isn't just a narrating stage; a lively embroidery winds around together the rich social legacy, customs, and contemporary encounters of people and networks universally. At its center, "Speak Internationally Social Effect Stories" is a festival of variety, cultivating a feeling of worldwide solidarity through the force of narrating. The stage features a heap of stories, each adding to an aggregate comprehension of the common human experience. These accounts are not restricted to geological limits or social generalizations; all things considered, they offer a nuanced and true depiction of the intricacies and excellence innate in different societies. One of the unmistakable highlights of this stage is obligation to enhancing voices are frequently minimized or underrepresented. From the perspective of social effect stories, it expects to connect holes, challenge generalizations, and encourage a more profound appreciation for the extraordinary viewpoints that add to the worldwide embroidery. Whether investigating customary ceremonies, contemporary fine arts, or individual excursions, every story unfurls as a demonstration of the wealth of human culture. The tales highlighted on "Speak Worldwide Social Effect Stories" envelop a wide exhibit of topics, including workmanship, music, cooking, legends, and individual tales. By introducing these stories in a media design, the stage makes a dynamic and vivid experience for its crowd. Clients can investigate visual and hear-able components that go with the composed stories, giving a comprehensive comprehension of the social effect being shared. The drive goes past being a detached narrating stage; it supports dynamic investment and commitment from its worldwide crowd. Through intelligent highlights, clients can contribute their own accounts, share social experiences, and interface with other people who have comparable interests. This participatory methodology changes the stage into a residing, developing space where social discourse flourishes. Besides, "Speak All around the world Social Effect Stories" perceives the force of stories in cultivating sympathy and understanding. In a world that is turning out to be progressively interconnected, the stage fills in as a virtual gathering place where individuals from various foundations can take part in significant discussions. By revealing insight into the common parts of our humankind, it adds to building extensions and destroying hindrances that might exist between societies.

"In Habits for Healing, Nakeia Homer sheds light on simple, powerful acts that move us toward healing and help us to escape patterns of burnout, toxic relationships, and emotional exhaustion. Drawing on her work guiding others and her own experience of healing from a traumatic childhood, she helps readers find healing in their everyday rhythms. For example: A drive home from work can become an opportunity for self-care Keeping a daily to-do list is a surprising way to ease into acceptance The practice of becoming curious about others' motivations frees us from taking their words personally"--