by Dana C. Ackley (Author)
You hold in your hands a little book written to have a big impact: to save humanity from seemingly intractable challenges. In a calm and lucid response to the powerful "conflict entrepreneurs" shaping our times and keeping people distracted and divided, the acclaimed Dana C. Ackley, PhD offers a practical, effective, and humane path forward. With A Little Book to Save Humanity, Dr. Ackley makes accessible to the everyday reader the fascinating scientific research behind Emotional Intelligence (EQ), highlighting proven methods to apply its lessons for profound personal and real-world results. Drawing on more than 50 years of innovative work -- with families, corporate leaders, and government officials alike -- Dr. Ackley considers issues ranging from personal and social conflicts to race relations and political impasses. Intended only to encourage resolution and healing, A Little Book to Save Humanity shows how the human brain can get any of us into deep trouble -- and how the thoughtful use of emotions can save us from ourselves. Focused on much-needed solutions, the book is accompanied by a broad collection of online exercises to help turn its insights into impact.