Showing titles in Creativity & Genius

Would creating a work of art be easier for you if an inspiring spirit were here to guide you? To spark you with endless new ideas? And bless you with the divine energy that is at the heart of all creative endeavors? Here is a map to the joyful place where your partner in creativity resides...

From science and technology to business and education, curiosity is often taken for granted as an unquestioned good. And yet, few people can define curiosity. Curiosity Studies marshals scholars from more than a dozen fields not only to define curiosity but also to grapple with its ethics as well as its role in technological advancement and global citizenship. While intriguing research on curiosity has occurred in numerous disciplines for decades, no rigorously cross - disciplinary study has existed - until now.

For fans of The Artist’s Way and The Creative Act, comes an alternative perspective on creativity that introduces “play” as a key tool to building trust and confidence in ourselves and a path to creative expression. You are creative! Yes you! Despite what society, friends, family, or...

Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual is an invitation to rediscover the joy of creativity alongside your child. Written by veteran music educator, father of three creative children, and founder of NewSongs School of Music, Michael Hemsworth, this guide empowers parents and caregivers to nurture musical expression without pressure or perfection.

Why would anyone write a book about suffering? Earnest in her pursuit, Dr. Jennifer Clark draws upon her near 25 years of practice as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine physician to convince us otherwise. Clark adeptly navigates the ups and downs, the twists and turns, and the pitfalls and plateaus of human development, asking us to reimagine the pilgrimage of the human condition.

Why does creativity seem so mysterious—even magical—yet feel out of reach for so many of us? In this powerful and thought-provoking book, Creative Thinking: A Coach’s Perspective, André Walton unpacks the truth: creativity isn’t just for artists, inventors, or “special people,” It’s a way of thinking—a mindset we can all access, nurture, and apply in our everyday lives. Blending science, coaching, storytelling, and a deep dive into history, Walton takes us on a journey from the dawn of human evolution to modern-day challenges, showing that creativity has always been central to who we are.

Once upon a time there was a novel that opened at a normal house in a typical street in England. Arthur Dent awoke to discover it was about to be demolished to make way for a new village by-pass. The Hitch Hiker’s Guide to the Galaxy began. Once upon a time another novel opened at another normal house in a typical street in England. 4, Privet Drive, home of Mr and Mrs Dursley. The infant Harry Potter was about to be deposited on their doorstep.

Pregonada como la fuerza motriz de la sociedad, la creatividad es supuestamente la fuente de la economía del conocimiento, que configura las ciudades en las que habitamos y define incluso nuestra política. ¿Qué podría haber de malo en ello? En una réplica brillante y antiintuitiva, Oli Mould nos exhorta a replantearnos la historia que nos están vendiendo. Nos muestra que la creatividad es una forma apenas disimulada de un mercado en continua expansión.

Enneagram Test is not a strict rulebook that dictates your decisions for you. Instead, the test and its results offer you insight into your personality, which better educates you to make your own decisions. So, whether you’re someone who enjoys the casual personality test, or you feel as though something like the enneagram test was meant for you on your path to better understanding yourself, this audiobook will help you!

The Unpunctured Being: Vedic Wisdom for Sovereignty in Life is a transformative memoir that unveils the journey from the entanglements of modern living to attaining self-empowerment and sovereignty. It chronicles the author's experiences of being ensnared by progressive culture for decades, only to realise the toll it took on her inner well-being. In a moment of inspiration, with all aspects of her life in disarray, she turned to the timeless wisdom of the Vedic culture.

The Happy Human Playbook is expertly designed with scientifically-backed methods to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and lead a happier, healthier and more balanced life.

From Amie McNee, the voice behind Inspired to Write, a manifesto on the vital, human importance of creating, with guidance for all artists in all endeavors, whether they're starting their journey or seeking a fresh perspective. In We Need Your Art, Amie McNee calls artists and aspiring artists...

In Rise Above the Script, psychologist and talent agent Dr. Albert Bramante unravels the hidden drivers behind self-defeat. By strengthening self-belief, managing motivation, optimizing natural talents, and confronting deep-seated fears like failure and success that distort our path, we clear the way for actualizing dormant gifts. Dr. Bramante integrates scientific research on peak performance with insights gained through guiding actors’ careers. Practical strategies help construct unshakable confidence and self-efficacy.

Genius is a fascinating subject which I’ve thought a lot about over my life. There are many books on the subject and they are all different with various viewpoints on what Genius is, who are geniuses, and why Genius is important. No two definitions of Genius are the same. In this book I attempt to cover the history of Genius, why it is important, famous Geniuses in history, and how you can develop a genius consciousness yourself.

Imagine a life free from self-doubt and limitations, where you boldly embrace your greatness and manifest your dreams. In just minutes a day, you can rewire your mind for unshakable confidence, success, and self-love. As Black women, we carry a legacy of resilience and power. Yet, we often struggle with negative self-talk, generational trauma, and societal pressures. It's time to reclaim our joy, abundance, and self-acceptance.

Cómo no hay una forma segura de saber si lo que imaginamos es valioso, normalmente preferimos que sean otros los que imaginen por nosotros. Pero estamos equivocados...

La creatividad no es exclusiva de los artistas o los genios, del mismo modo que el futbol no es exclusivo de la primera división, así que reconcíliate con tu talento...

La conformación de nuestra cultura más que favorecer la creatividad, muchas veces la sabotea. Aquí algunos de sus síntomas para que los detectes y los evites...

The roller coaster of the creative process can be both exhilarating and exhausting, but it is a lot more manageable when you know you are not alone. Creative pursuits—whether a paid profession, a side hustle, or a leisure activity—can bring joy and meaning to the lives of artists and audiences. But they also bring challenges of motivation, confidence, blocks, and the realities of rejection. Creative Resilience provides guidance for anyone navigating these challenges from those who have been there.

Behind the smiling faces on most people's social media DPs and posts, there is an aching heart that wished that some aspects of their life could be improved, that some mountains in their life would move away so that they could smile and laugh wholeheartedly.