Books

For over a century, Freud’s groundbreaking ideas have shaped the way we think about the mind, but there’s so much more to the story. What Freud Didn’t Tell You: 20 Hidden Sides of Psychoanalysis dives deep into the aspects of psychoanalytic theory that Freud himself could only hint at, revealing the complexities and nuances of human psychology...

In a world that rewards distraction, numbs discomfort, and hijacks the brain’s reward system, modern men are silently burning out. Their motivation is fading. Focus is slipping. Energy feels scattered. It’s not a character flaw — it’s a neurochemical crisis.

Wired For the Fight is a powerful, science-backed guide for men who want to reclaim...

So That’s It Then

So here we are. Retirement. The golden years. The long-awaited chance to do all those things you said you’d do when you had time. Finally, the opportunity to learn Italian, write your memoirs, or perfect your sourdough starter. And yet, somehow, your most pressing decision today is whether to bother putting on trousers.

I didn’t...

Being a man in today’s world is complicated. We’ve been handed a lifetime’s worth of conflicting messages about how we should act, how we should feel, and (most importantly) how we should communicate. “Man up,” they say. “Keep your emotions in check,” they tell us. But somewhere between the ‘tough guy’ expectations and the TikTok self-help...

Before You Put This Down

Let me guess.

You don’t do self-help. You’re not into “healing your inner child,” you’ve never journaled unless it was for a court case or a coach, and if someone told you to “align your chakras,” you’d probably rather align your tyre pressures.

Same.

I wrote this book for the men who’ve read a thousand quotes about...

Many of us juggle responsibilities, chase after goals, and strive for success. But amid the busyness, we ask: What’s the real point of all of this? Are we living in a way that aligns with who we are, or are we just moving through life, accumulating more stuff, stress, and distractions?

The answer, I believe, lies in the intersection between ...

We live at a time that glorifies more—more productivity, more achievement, more discipline, more striving. But what if the key to a fulfilling life isn’t about adding more but learning what to let go of? What if success isn’t just about willpower but also about self-compassion? What if true confidence comes not from proving yourself to others...

Self-help promises growth, empowerment, and transformation. It tells us we can be more, do more, and achieve more—if only we adopt the right mindset, master the right habits, or follow the right system. And for many people, self-improvement books, courses, and podcasts have been life-changing. They provide motivation, clarity, and a sense of...

We’ve all been told to manage our emotions as if they’re problems to be controlled or suppressed. But what if the path to emotional well-being isn’t so much about managing emotions as about processing and adapting to them in a way that leads to growth?

Beyond Coping: the art of emotional resilience is for anyone who feels stuck in the same...

Imagine a world where you can easily navigate any situation, understand the emotions of those around you, and respond in a way that fosters connection and growth. What if the key to personal and professional success wasn’t just what you know but how you feel and manage those feelings?

In this book, you’ll unlock the profound power of emotional...

Do you ever feel like you’re your own worst enemy? No matter how hard you try, something always seems to get in the way of your success and happiness. This transformative guide by psychologist Dr Jerry Kennard dives deep into the hidden patterns of self-sabotage that keep you stuck in a cycle of frustration and unfulfilled potential.

In this...

You don’t need to look far to find books promising the ‘crushing’, ‘conquering’, ‘taming’ or ‘mastering’ of worry and anxiety. If you are amongst the many millions of people dealing with such issues I see the appeal, but why aren’t these same books bestsellers? Maybe it’s because people are more savvy.

Hinting at or claiming cures for anxiety is...

In this short read, psychologist Dr. Jerry Kennard provides useful information about what it takes to boost confidence, reduce worry and anxiety and move towards a greater state of calm. If you’re looking for something that casts light on the subject but don’t want to be drawn into the depths of academic research, this could be for you. Jerry is...

Worry is always with us, but, the lived experience of anxiety is often complex, embarrassing and hard to explain. Using clear, down-to-earth language, this book explores its characteristics, available treatments and effective self-help techniques. Topics include: ? How the brain and its chemicals work ? How anxiety may interact with other states...

In this subject guide, psychologist Dr. Jerry Kennard provides a concise and informal introduction to panic attacks, panic disorder and the management of panic. The guide is for people who want something more than a leaflet or a webpage, but less than a formal textbook.

There was a time when the study of the human condition and mental health...

Bipolar disorder, previously called manic depression, is an example of a mood disorder and involves two extremes of mood – depression and mania. It affects men and women equally and symptoms usually appear in 15-25 year olds. Features of depression are withdrawal from social contact, extreme sadness and feelings of futility and worthlessness,...