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When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows... : Common Knowledge and the Mysteries of Money, Power, and Everyday Life. by Pinker, Steven.;
'When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows' is a brilliantly insightful work that explains how we think about each others thoughts about each others thoughts, ad infinitum. It sounds impossible, but Steven Pinker shows that we do it all the time. This awareness, which we experience as something that is public or out there, is called common knowledge, and it has a momentous impact on our social, political, and economic lives. Pinker grew up in Montreal, QC.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: PSYCHOLOGY / Social Psychology; SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Sociology / Social Theory;

The power of scars : my journey from refugee to CEO. by Ladak, Nizar.;
"A deeply moving and impactful narrative that bridges the gap between Nizar Ladak's harrowing experiences as a refugee fleeing Uganda and his remarkable rise to success as a corporate leader. Through this journey, Ladak explores how hardship has shaped his resilience, providing invaluable lessons for both personal and professional growth. This book offers a unique perspective by intertwining Ladak's personal narrative with leadership insights and academic research, demonstrating how resilience developed in the face of racial and social challenges can be a powerful tool for success. From the trauma of displacement to the challenges of building a new life in Toronto, and the eventual loss of his job at Health Quality Ontario, Ladak shares his story with vulnerability and wisdom, offering readers practical guidance on overcoming adversity. In an era where equity, diversity, and inclusion are more crucial than ever, The Power of Scars provides a roadmap for cultivating resilience. While scars may be lasting, they do not have to define one's future."-- Provided by publisher.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Inspiration & Personal Growth; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Diversity & Inclusion; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / General; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Activism & Social Justice; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Discrimination; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Emigration & Immigration; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Refugees;

Chatter. by LIT Videobooks (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by LIT Videobooks in 2022.An award-winning psychologist reveals the hidden power of our inner voice and teaches how to harness it to combat anxiety, improve health, and deepen our relationships.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Literature.; Arts.; Psychology.; Social sciences.; Instructional films.; Mental health.; Health.; Documentary films.; Artists.; Authors--Interviews.; Anxiety.; Self-esteem.; Self-help techniques.; Art and architecture.;

Ancient Powers. by A. Hunt, Ian,film director.; Maynard, Terence,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Terence MaynardOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2023.The remarkable story of the social, technological and physical challenges five powerful civilisations faced in their battle for survival and domination of the ancient world. These six programmes reveal an interconnected world of trade, war, and ideas, where each territory found different solutions to the same problems.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Science.; Social sciences.; Engineering.; Computer science.; History, Ancient.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; History.; Archaeology.; Technology.; Documentary television programs.;

Girl Rising. by Wilcha, Chris,film director.; Smith, Gareth,film director.; Lee, Jenny,film director.; E., Richard,film director.; Cineverse (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Cineverse in 2013.Girls around the world - striving beyond circumstance, pushing past limits. Their dreams, their voices, their remarkable stories - captured in an unforgettable feature film about the strength of the human spirit - and the power of education.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Education films.; Social sciences.; Education.; Gender identity.; Educational films.; Current affairs.;

Talking About God in Today's Culture. by M. Streeter, Carla,actor.; Curiosity Stream (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Carla M. StreeterOriginally produced by Curiosity Stream in 2014.God is the source of all joy, hope, and peace. Now, you are invited on a powerful exploration of the mystery of God.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Philosophy and religion.; Instructional films.; Documentary films.; Christianity.; Culture.;

Searching for Normal : A New Approach to Understanding Mental Health, Distress, and Neurodiversity. by Timimi, Sami.;
What the general public are being told about the nature of mental health is misleading and may be harming our collective sense of well-being. Mental health ideology may be the biggest and most powerful cause of mental health problems today. In 'Searching for Normal', Dr. Sami Timimi explains why he believes this to be the case and what we can, at an individual and collective level, do about it.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: HISTORY / Social History; PSYCHOLOGY / Mental Health; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Anthropology / Cultural & Social;

Undercover Kindness : Saying Yes to Love, No to Fear, and Embracing the Life-Changing Power of Ordinary Generosity. by Darts, Jimmy.;
One spark of love can change everything. In 'Undercover Kindness', Jimmy Darts, the social media sensation known for his viral random acts of kindness videos, invites you to discover a bigger, more meaningful existence, one act of generosity at a time.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: RELIGION / Christian Living / Inspirational; SELF-HELP / Motivational & Inspirational; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Philanthropy & Charity;

Counting the Vote. by Litoff, Alyssa,film director.; Hoover, Margaret,actor.; PBS (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Margaret HooverOriginally produced by PBS in 2024.Margaret Hoover explores the state of voting systems in the United States ahead of the 2024 election. COUNTING THE VOTE looks back at the elections of 2000 and 2020, reforms that have improved the integrity of elections, and the challenges that remain in pivotal swing states. Personal stories and expert voices provide a comprehensive understanding of the most powerful tool in American democracy.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Current affairs.; Democracy.; United States--Politics and government.; History.; Presidents--Election.; Suffrage.; Voting.;

Battleground Georgia. by Kyi, Daresha,film director.; MSNBC Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by MSNBC Films in 2024.Passionate voter engagement, followed by the fury of those who spread and believed "the big lie" were dominant narratives of the U.S. elections of 2020. Ahead of the 2024 election cycle, in this installment of the Turning Point series, BATTLEGROUND GEORGIA becomes the lens through which to view the history of racist voter suppression, the power of grass roots organizing and the tension between old institutions and new ways of thinking about what a vibrant democracy could be.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; Enthnology.; Documentary films.; Ethnicity.; Current affairs.; United States--Politics and government.; Racism.; Suffrage.;

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