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Serial killers: Ted Bundy, John Wayne Gacy, and Jeffrey Dahmer are often the first names that spring to mind. Many people assume serial killers are primarily an American phenomenon that came about in the latter part of the 20th century. But such assumptions are far from the truth. Serial killers have been around for a very long time and can be found in every corner of the globe - and they're not just limited to the male gender either. Some of these predators have been caught and brought to justice whereas others have never been found, let alone identified.

Brought to you by Penguin. Unlock the key to success with the inspirational, multi-million-copy bestseller from the pioneering psychologist. THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AS SEEN ON THE MEL ROBBINS PODCAST Why do some people achieve extraordinary results while others, who are just as...

If Stress Feels Constant and Burnout Feels Permanent, Your Nervous System Needs a RESET. Do you feel tired all day, but wired the moment you try to rest? Are you struggling with brain fog, anxiety spikes, or waking up at 3:00 a.m. wondering if this is "just your new normal"? It's not. In The Five-Minute Cortisol Reset for Women, Michelle H. Wells explains what most women are never told: you aren't broken—you are simply stuck in survival mode.

The Cosmic Game discusses the broadest philosophical, metaphysical, and spiritual insights gleaned in Grof's research concerning human nature and reality, addressing the most fundamental questions human beings have asked about the nature of existence since time immemorial. Insights from research into unordinary states of consciousness portray existence as an astonishing play of the cosmic creative principle that transcends time, space, linear causality, and polarities of every kind and suggest an identity of the individual psyche.

To be successful at work you also need to be influential at work. And to be influential requires an understanding of how the rules of influence work. Influence at Work shows you what these rules are and how to effectively deploy them to command attention; connect with others; win over the sceptics; sway the undecided and motivate people to act.

Here is an extraordinary new approach to healing by an extraordinary physician-writer -- a book filled with the mystery, wonder, and hope of people who have experienced seemingly miraculous recoveries from cancer and other serious illnesses. Dr. Deepak Chopra, a respected New England...

Brought to you by Penguin. Of all the many things humans rely on plants for, surely the most curious is our use of them to change consciousness: to stimulate, calm, or completely alter the qualities of our mental experience. In This Is Your Mind On Plants, Michael Pollan explores three very...

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jack Canfield comes a powerful, science-based program to help you cut back or quit drinking and reclaim your best life—one day at a time. The 30-Day Sobriety Solution grew out of Jack Canfield’s decades-long work in self-esteem and success training...

In this pioneering contribution to the men's movement, Robert Moore, a Jungian psychoanalyst and Douglas Gillette, a mythologist, examine the inner "King"—one of the four archetypes of the male psyche. The King Within both responds to the needs formulated by the men's movement and addresses the larger questions of male psychology.

In her most practical and personal audiobook yet, bestselling author Caroline Foran offers a clear, step-by-step roadmap for moving in the right direction through anxiety – without skipping the essential foundations that make recovery stick. Foran walks listeners through ten powerful, constructive 'stops' on the road out of anxiety – from calming your nervous system, reframing your perception of anxiety and understanding your triggers to making lifestyle shifts and learning the long-haul tools that actually work.

* From the writer and executive producer of the award-winning Netflix series The Good Place that made moral philosophy fun: a foolproof guide to making the correct moral decision in every situation you ever encounter, anywhere on earth, forever * How can we live a more ethical life? This...

A groundbreaking work of science that confirms, for the first time, the independent existence of the mind–and demonstrates the possibilities for human control over the workings of the brain. Conventional science has long held the position that 'the mind' is merely an illusion, a side effect of...

By age 30, Stephanie Foo was successful on paper: she had her dream job as an award-winning radio producer at This American Life and a loving boyfriend. But behind her office door, she was having panic attacks and sobbing at her desk every morning. After years of questioning what was wrong with herself, she was diagnosed with complex PTSD—a condition that occurs when trauma happens continuously, over the course of years. 

Welcome to Sleep and Sorcery, a folklore and fantasy-inspired sleep series. Step across the threshold into a world of myth and magic, where you can safely drift off into a deep and comfortable sleep. Sleep and Sorcery is one part bedtime story, one part guided meditation, and one part dreamy adventure. Visit a cozy cottage in the mythical village of Slumbershire, the fairy tale forests of Bohemia, the court of King Arthur, and spaceships among the stars. Dream your wildest dreams with Sleep and Sorcery. Now you can support my work on Patreon for exclusive perks: patreon.com/sleepandsorcery

From couples therapist Dené Logan comes a new perspective on understanding our inner masculine and feminine energetics as the key to experiencing fulfillment in our partnerships. Does something feel off about your intimate relationships? If you haven’t been able to pin down exactly what, you...

OA members share their experience, strength and hope and explain how they have found freedom from compulsive eating.

What is autism: a devastating developmental condition, a lifelong disability, or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth it is all of these things and more - and the future of our society depends on our understanding it.

When anxiety tightens its grip, even simple tasks can feel overwhelming - but it doesn't have to stay that way. The Easy Way to Overcome Anxiety offers a straightforward, practical path to understanding your emotions and regaining control built on the renowned Easyway method that has helped millions transform their habits, thinking patterns, and overall wellbeing. Drawing on a clinically-proven approach for addiction issues, eating behaviours and other lifestyle changes, this book provides a calm, sensible framework for overcoming anxiety and strengthening your emotional resilience.

You can say no. You can stop people-pleasing and start setting boundaries. You can ask for what you need. You can love and be loved - without sacrifice - by breaking the codependency cycle. The Codependency Recovery Plan empowers you to have healthy, happy interdependent relationships. This actionable five-step program is designed to help you get in touch with yourself, assert boundaries, and communicate confidently. You’ll be free to nurture true intimacy.

Creativity, often romanticized as an elusive muse that graces a lucky few, is far more universal and accessible than we tend to believe. While some may picture the creative mind as the domain of eccentric geniuses, lost in thought or splattering paint in bursts of chaotic inspiration, the truth is that creativity is a fundamental human capacity—a cognitive tool available to all of us.