5057359
9781886230729
The most complete guidebook yet to the psychology of social activism. Forty active peace workers -- psychologists, social workers, communication specialists and other professionals -- offer detailed practical guidance on getting yourself together, maintaining an effective group of volunteers, and getting the word out to the larger community. Chapters include: Cultivating Inner Peace; Overcoming Anger and Anxiety; Overcoming Helplessness and Discouragement; Overcoming Burnout; Motivating Others; Effective Group Meetings and Decision Making; Using Conflict Creatively; Promoting Peaceful Interaction; Nonviolent Communication; From Anger to Peace; Preparing for Nonviolent Confrontations; Effective Media Communication; Humor for Peace.Macnair, Rachel M. is the author of 'Working for Peace A Handbook of Practical Psychology And Other Tools', published 2006 under ISBN 9781886230729 and ISBN 1886230722.
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