Change Identity

Status signaling isn’t just the province of the immature or insecure but a fundamental human need to secure social standing. It drives our behavior, forms our tastes, determines what we buy, and ultimately shapes who we are. It’s what’s behind “cool” and what drives fashion, music, food, sports, slang, travel, hairstyles, and dog breeds—and even the outsize influence of unpopular things with the “right” audience.

Bestselling author Herminia Ibarra presents a model for career reinvention that flies in the face of everything we've learned from "career experts"—and is tailor-made for changing careers in today's uncertain world. Career transition is not a linear path toward some predetermined identity, according to Ibarra, but a crooked journey along which we try on a host of "possible selves" we might become. Successful reinvention comes not from deciphering and analyzing our past, but from inventing and testing our possible futures.

For many Americans, Brazil is a land of contradictions: vast natural resources and entrenched corruption; extraordinary wealth and grinding poverty; beautiful beaches and violence-torn favelas. Brazil occupies a vivid place in the American imagination, and yet it remains largely unknown. In an extraordinary journey that spans 500 years, from European colonization to the 2016 Summer Olympics, Lilia M. Schwarcz and Heloisa M. Starling's Brazil offers a rich, dramatic history of this complex country.

“Discover the Hidden Gender Differences in Dissociative Identity Disorder That Transform Treatment Outcomes” Are you a mental health professional, therapist, or counselor seeking breakthrough insights into Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and multiple personality disorder? Do you want to understand why trauma recovery and therapeutic approaches must be tailored differently for men and women with DID? In "Dissociative Identity Disorder Differences: How Multiple Personalities, Alters, and Mental Health Changes The Lives of Men vs Women," mental health expert Morris Finney presents the...

HISTORICAL LINGUISTICS AND LANGUAGE EVOLUTION --- This book provides an in-depth exploration of the processes that have shaped human language over millennia, integrating linguistic, archaeological, cognitive, and sociocultural evidence to illuminate the evolution of languages. Anchoring its analysis in historical linguistics, the book goes into the profound effects of migration, educational systems, trade, and technological innovations on language transformation. The bookunfolds with an examination of migration's necessary place in shaping linguistic territory, from the spread of Indo-...

What happens when the principles we once lived by no longer match the world we live in? In OLD & NEW: Principles that Changed, the author and cultural critic explores the quiet transformation of the values that shape our daily lives—how they emerge, evolve, and sometimes disappear. With clarity and depth, this concise yet powerful work invites readers to trace the journey of morality, tradition, justice, and meaning across generations, cultures, and shifting social landscapes. From the stability of inherited beliefs to the rise of individual authenticity, from law-bound justice to ...

A historical non-fiction book set in California during its transformation from indigenous tribes to American statehood. Discover the rich tapestry of California's past in "Tribes and Priests Early California." This captivating exploration takes you from the ancient traditions of indigenous tribes through the tumultuous changes brought by Spanish colonization and the American gold rush. Experience the vibrant history that shaped California's unique identity, filled with ambition, cultural clashes, and the relentless pursuit of economic prosperity. The narrative intricately weaves together ...

The Self You Build is not a motivational pep talk. It’s a deeply reflective exploration of how identity is formed—not through revelation or vision boards—but through small, repeatable acts in the middle of ordinary days. Drawing stylistic influence from David Foster Wallace, this book questions nearly every assumption baked into modern self-help: that success is measurable, that routines need optimizing, that transformation should feel triumphant. Instead, it suggests that the person you become is forged in unglamorous moments—when no one’s watching, when you’re tired, when the ...

Unraveled takes readers through twelve transformative aspects of spiritual formation, from discovering identity beyond roles to finding joy amid difficulty, from authentic communication to meaningful community. With raw honesty and profound insight, Herrington interweaves biblical wisdom with personal testimony to create both comfort for desolate places and a practical roadmap forward. This isn't another "seven steps to success" formula. It's a companion for those wandering between who they once were and who they're meant to become. Whether you're navigating career transition, relationship ...

Struggling musician Joe never expected his dead-end life to attract the attention of a secretive agency. But when they offer him a second chance—by sending his mind into the body of a random woman somewhere in the world who has volunteered for a bodyswap herself—he accepts. Now living as Jessica, a beautiful but troubled hostess in Tokyo, Joe must learn fast: how to charm clients, navigate a dangerous nightlife, and survive in a world where every misstep could mean ruin. What begins as an act of survival turns into something stranger, as Joe slips further into Jessica’s world, her ...

Haiti is not poor. That claim may sound provocative, but it is the truth. Haiti is a land rich in natural beauty, fertile soil, renewable energy, and a revolutionary history unlike any other in the Americas. What holds it back is not poverty, but forgetfulness. We have forgotten our resources, our resilience, and our responsibility. We import food though our land is fertile. We endure blackouts though the sun, wind, and rivers surround us. We celebrate our diaspora’s success abroad while our institutions collapse at home. This book is not a cry for pity. it is a call for accountability. ...

This book contains the proceedings of the International conference, “Shifting Identities: Changes in the social, political, and religious structures in the Middle East”, which was held in Cyprus in July 2015. The conference brought together around 50 professors, historians, theologians, social scientists and researchers from over 15 countries including Europe, the USA, and the Middle East. Case studies from Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Iran, and Sweden were presented. Some of these case studies focused on particular community like the Armenians, Syrian orthodox, or Protestants while ...

He was a corporate ghost, a lethal assassin erased by his own masters. Now, he's a ghost of a different kind—trapped in the body of the woman whose technology destroyed him. Dylan Edyn, Asset 7, was OmniGen’s most effective weapon. His life was a sterile sequence of infiltration, acquisition, and exfiltration. But when a promotion turns out to be a betrayal, he becomes the first human test subject for the company’s darkest secret: the Chrysalis Protocol. His consciousness is violently ripped from his body and imprinted onto a new host, a living prison of soft, foreign flesh. He wakes ...

Ro is stuck. She's just entered her thirties, she's estranged from her mother, and her boyfriend has just left her to join a mission to Mars. Her days are spent dragging herself to her menial job at the aquarium, and her nights are spent drinking sharktinis (Mountain Dew and copious amounts of gin, plus a hint of jalapeño). With her best friend pulling away to focus on her upcoming wedding, Ro's only companion is Dolores, a giant Pacific octopus who also happens to be Ro's last remaining link to her father, a marine biologist who disappeared while on an expedition when Ro was a teenager.

Wouldn’t it be great to start your day honestly knowing and feeling in your heart, mind, and soul that you are the apple of God’s eye? That the Creator of the universe is watching over you? And not only that, but He longs to be with you? Too many people, even well-meaning Christians, think they are too sinful for God to ever love them. They struggle to believe God’s Word because they have accepted Satan’s lies about their unworthiness and allowed this spiritual darkness to color their world.

In a world where the boundaries of identity often confine us, Ethan’s summer began with the exhilarating promise of something extraordinary. Sent on a whim by his dramatic older sister, Rachel, he found himself drawn into the vibrant energy of the city park, unaware that fate had a life-altering encounter in store. Amid the flurry of laughter and chatter, he spotted her—Lily, an enchanting figure whose presence seemed to illuminate even the darkest corners of his heart. With every shared laugh and stolen glance, Ethan ventured deeper into a connection that felt simultaneously electric ...

Master the Proven Systems to Effortlessly Build Good Habits, Break Bad Ones, and Achieve Lasting Results What if success wasn’t about willpower... but about systems? In 10x Your Habits, you’ll discover the science-backed framework elite performers use to build life-changing habits — not through force, but through identity alignment, automation, and momentum. This isn’t another book full of vague motivational fluff. It’s a practical, action-packed guide for anyone who wants to upgrade their habits, reprogram their mindset, and finally stay consistent — even when life gets messy. ...

What makes something the same over time, even when everything about it changes? The Ship of Theseus paradox has fascinated philosophers, scientists, and storytellers for centuries because it raises one of the most profound questions about identity and existence. Is a ship that has had all of its parts replaced still the same ship? And if so, what does this mean for human beings whose bodies and minds are constantly changing? Ship of Theseus Explained: A Complete Guide to the Paradox of Identity, Change, and Philosophy takes you on a deep yet accessible journey through this timeless puzzle, ...

Imagine waking up tomorrow with the unstoppable power to flip the script of your life—effortlessly, naturally, and forever. What if everything you believed about habits was wrong? What if willpower isn’t your problem, and your past doesn’t define your potential? The Habit Switch by Jaxon Wolfe is not just another motivational manual—it’s the game-changing guide to rewiring your identity and breaking free from the invisible codes quietly running your life. Dive into a revolutionary blueprint that doesn’t just teach you how to build habits—it hands you the tools to completely ...

What happens when a father is present—and what’s lost when he’s not? In The Father Factor: Why Presence Changes Everything, teen author Isaac C. Hinton offers a heartfelt and eye-opening look at the power of fatherhood. Drawing from interviews, personal stories, and national research, this book explores how a father’s presence—or absence—shapes the emotional, spiritual, and developmental journey of a child. From father wounds and healing to legacy and leadership, Isaac reveals the critical roles fathers play: protector, provider, priest, mentor, and emotional guide. With wisdom ...