Bøger af Michael Dyson

Are you or your child facing the distressing reality of cyberbullying? In a world driven by digital interactions, it's crucial to arm yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to combat online abuse. Introducing "The Cyberbully Self-Defense Handbook," an empowering guide crafted to equip individuals, parents, and guardians with effective strategies to shield themselves and their loved ones from the harm caused by cyberbullying and the dissemination of false information.Written by an author with over 20 years of practical experience in combating cyberbullying, this comprehensive handbook provides invaluable insights into the nature of online aggression. By delving into the intricacies of cyberbullying and its connection to innate human aggression, the book unveils powerful techniques to counteract and subvert the tactics employed by cyberbullies.Inside this essential guide, you'll discover:Understanding of cyberbullying: Explore the various forms of online abuse, including harassment, stalking, flaming, doxing, and impersonation. Gain insights into the psychology behind cyberbullying and how it intersects with human behavior.Recognizing the signs and impact: Learn to identify the signs of cyberbullying victimization and understand the emotional, psychological, and social consequences it can have on individuals and their overall well-being.Cyberbully's tactics: Gain deep insights into the techniques employed by cyberbullies to manipulate and intimidate their victims. By understanding their strategies, you can respond assertively and confidently.Self-defense strategies: Discover a range of proven strategies and practical advice to confront cyberbullies and expose their behavior. Learn how to shine a light on their actions while safeguarding your mental and emotional well-being.Protecting your child: Equip yourself with the tools to guide and support your child through the challenges of cyberbullying. Discover age-appropriate strategies to help them cope with insults and abuse on social media, fostering resilience and empowering them to navigate the digital landscape safely."The Cyberbully Self-Defense Handbook" provides a practical roadmap for individuals and families seeking to protect themselves and their children from the perils of cyberbullying. By embracing the insights and strategies shared in this guide, you'll gain the confidence to stand up against online abuse, ensuring a safer and more positive digital experience for yourself and your

This is ball-breaking reality - not just theory.This book is for everyone - not just cops.The author knows fear.Forty-five years of experience of being in terrifying situations ranging from street brawls, being held at gunpoint, confronting armed criminals, all the way through being trapped in a military coup has gone into this book just to show you how you can prepare for the worst and control fear.Everyone can experience fear that makes them question their ability to cope.Being afraid happens to everyone and it happens often. Over time, fear can become a debilitating problem that causes anxiety and stress. Everyone can get post-trauma stress and injury if they directly or indirectly experience a dangerous or life-threatening incident. No one can predict what will happen, but they can prepare for the bad stuff. The absolute bottom-line solution to coping with scary situations is to control our fear.Raw, frightening, but exciting.The author starts by telling his story about some of the bad situations he had to deal with as a police officer. These stories are raw and will put you in his shoes as he had to make life saving and life taking decisions under extreme stress. The stories are off the streets and the language is rough but necessary to show you how bad things can get in the blink of an eye. The stories explain how he became devoted to finding a way to cope with fear and find the courage to confront danger.Most people don't know what they don't know about fear.Have you ever been taught anything about how fear works on the mind and body? Understanding what you are feeling and why you are feeling it reduces stress and helps decision making. Knowing this is the first step towards being able to control fear. The author gives practical explanations about the dynamics of fear that are easy to for everyone to understand and relate to. You might be surprised at what you will learn.Prepare to defend yourself.The 5-step system that the author uses to control fear and make wise decisions when faced with danger are simple. Let's face it, they are common sense but explained in a unique way to suit everyone's circumstances.The author used these five steps when the military coup occurred in Myanmar in 2021. He used these steps to help others who were with him and facing daily danger. He started the process the moment he anticipated the possibility of a coup and used them daily for a whole range of confronting situations that came from the military occupation of Yangon.The subject of another book, "Deliver us from Evil" to be published soon, it was these steps that prepared him when he was detained by military and police at night in his apartment. He was able to overcome the feelings of being defenseless against a superior threateing force and keep control of the various situations he faced. After escaping Myanmar, the author experienced normal stress reactions to sounds like gunfire and the sight of military vehicles and checkpoints. His understanding of fear, post-trauma stress, and his ability to cope prevented any lasting problems and he fully recovered from the traumatic experience within 6 weeks.A must-read reference bookRead it once for interest. Keep it and use it whenever something dangerous comes up on your radar or actually happens to you. You will be stronger for it.

A wholly original way of looking at Tupac Shakur that will thrill those who already love the artist and enlighten those who want to understand him

Seventeen riffs from the inimitable Michael Eric Dyson...on everything from Obama to hip-hop, from gender to leadership--and everything in between

Essays and interviews from one of the most insightful and thought-provoking black intellectuals to emerge since the heyday of the civil rights movement.

The best and brightest writers of the hip-hop generation reflect upon the era's landmark album: Nas's Illmatic

Celebrates the leadership of Dr. King and challenges America to renew its commitment to his vision

Bestselling author Michael Eric Dyson collects his previously unpublished intellectual encounters-cordial and combative-with some of today's most influential thinkers and politicians

A searing assessment of the meaning of Hurricane Katrina combining interviews with survivors of the disaster and the historical context that has been sorely missing from public conversation.

"Dr. Dyson has done an extraordinary job of sharing his heartfelt commitment and honor of Black women. I, for one, am proud and glad to know that such love exists."Iyanla Vanzant

A widely acclaimed reassessment of the remarkable life, art, struggles, and death of an American icon, from the celebrated author of Holler If You Hear Me.

Dubbed "the Hip-Hop Intellectual" by critics and fans for his pioneering explorations of rap music in the academy and beyond, Dyson probes the most compelling and controversial dimensions of hip-hop culture.

The best-selling book that sparked a national debate about the class divide in black America

: At last in one place-and in paperback-the best and most important writing from the leading African-American intellectual of his generation.