We've got issues : how you can stand strong for America's soul and sanity / Phillip C. McGraw, Ph.D.
From a #1 New York Times best-selling author and beloved television host comes a new book on how to come home to our core values, fortify our families and re-embrace self-determination and self-governance.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781668061701
- ISBN: 1668061708
- Physical Description: xvi, 384 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
- Edition: First Threshold Editions edition
- Publisher: New York, NY : Threshold Editions, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, LCC, [2024]
- Copyright: ©2024
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 365-384).
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Foreword: a letter from Dr. Phil -- Introduction: we've got issues -- The price and consequences of disruption -- Think freely, speak freely -- "Inclusive language" isn't inclusive, and it's barely language -- It's the 2020s, but we're living in 1984 -- The dangers of rewriting -- Deprogram yourself, because the truth is out there -- We're doing our enemies' work for them -- Programmed by algorithm (you're angry, they profit) -- Censored by the algorithm -- Avoid logical fallacies: presentism, confirmation bias, and positive bias -- Are you open to changing your mind? -- The dangerous temptation of victimhood -- Sociograms and collective personality -- The family is under attack -- What are you modeling? -- The dangerous erosion of faith -- Science is under attack -- Principle #1: be who you are on purpose -- Principle #2: focus on solving problems rather than winning arguments -- Principle #3: don't reward bad behavior or support conduct you do not value -- Principle #4: measure all actions based on results, and all thoughts based on rationality -- Principle #5: consciously choose which voices in your life deserve the most attention -- Principle #6: do not stay silent just so others can remain comfortable -- Principle #7: actively live and support a meritocracy -- Principle #8: identify and build your consequential knowledge -- Principle #9: work hard to understand the way others see things -- Principle #10: treat yourself and others with dignity and respect -- Conclusion: step onto the number line.
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- Subject:
- Political culture > United States.
Polarization (Social sciences) > Political aspects > United States.
Identity politics > United States.
Cancel culture > United States.
Social values > United States.
United States > Politics and government > Public opinion.
United States > Politics and government > 21st century.
Available copies
- 132 of 133 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 3 of 3 copies available at Onslow County Public Library. (Show)
Holds
- 1 current hold with 133 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richlands Branch Library | 306.2 MCG (Text) | 36015001364971 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Sneads Ferry Branch Library | 306.2 MCG (Text) | 36015000455051 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Swansboro Branch Library | 306.2 MCG (Text) | 36015001031166 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Albemarle Main Library | 306.209 McG (Text) | 31010000851412 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Alexander Main Library | 306.209 McGraw (Text) | 34269001423459 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Alleghany Public Library | 306.209 MCG (Text) | 30664100332698 | Adult New Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Anderson Creek Public Library | 306.20973 McG (Text) | 33630005389247 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Andrews Public Library | 306.209 MCG (Text) | 80605000912997 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Angier Public Library | 306.20973 McG (Text) | 33632002723600 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Annie Hubbard McEachern Public Library | 306.2097 MCGRAW (Text) | 34510611151026 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
