• ISBN13: 9780874774191
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Product Description
illustrated with 12-page color photo insert and line art throughout

A revised and expanded edition of the classic drawing-instruction book that has sold more than 2,500,000 copies.

When Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain was first published in 1979, it hit the New York Times bestseller list within two weeks and stayed there for more than a year. In 1989, when Dr. Betty Edwards revised the book, it went straight to the Times list again. Now Dr. Edwa… More >>
The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: A Course in Enhancing Creativity and Artistic Confidence

Available for the first time in the United States, this international bestseller reveals the secrets of nonverbal communication to give you confidence and control in any face-to-face encounter–from making a great first impression and acing a job interview to finding the right partner.

It is a scientific fact that people’s gestures give away their true intentions. Yet most of us don’t know how to read body language–and don’t realize how our own physi…

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“High Self Esteem”

Every year, awards such as the Grammies and the Oscars are given to actors, directors and producers for films and shows that have entertained the general public. One of the people always thanked for becoming who he or she is today is the parents.

The reason why these people are always given gratitude is because if not for the hard work and the values that were bestowed, it would be impossible for that individual to become one of the brightest stars in Hollywood.

This just goes to show that aside from looks that the person gets, another thing has been imparted which is self esteem that also brings out confidence. Read more…

“Self Esteem in Childhood”

The building of self-esteem starts in childhood. This means that as parents you have a responsibility to help your son or daughter to have a healthy self-image of him or herself. A healthy self-image is the cornerstone of good self-esteem.

How important is self-esteem in a child’s development? Developing self-esteem during childhood is very crucial. This is because it could affect the child in every stages of his or her development. How he looks at him or herself will definitely affect his or her future relationships, career development, confidence, prosperity and even happiness. Studies have shown that one of the traits happy people share is having a positive self-image of themselves.

How does a parent that his or her child has a healthy self-image? There are several ways to do this. Below are just some of the things you can do to develop your child’s self-esteem. Read more…

"Asserting Leadership"

Asserting is a great tool that works to make you a leader in any area of life. Assertiveness means you will speak up at what time importance arrives at your door. Assertiveness also means that you will speak out in a tone that lets people know you are serious about what you have to say.

At what time a person uses assertiveness he/she is on the road to employing leadership qualities into his life. Assertiveness helps the person to move forward, by bringing other qualities such as confidence, self-assurance, self-esteem, and the like. All the tools we use to make us a whole is incorporated in assertiveness, which makes us a leader.

A true leader has the ability to command and to influence others. As you can see from the definition that a person able to lead others will dispose character qualities upfront in a bold manner while asserting confidence, and using them in union to make points by stating facts. Still, we want to consider aggressive actions and words, since this contrast from assertiveness. If you are aggressive, it could only lead to failure in your goal to become a leader.
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