Autonomy: Perspectives On Self-Determination and Personal Growth

by Delroy Constantine-Simms

Overview

This book offers a variety of perspectives on applied self-determination, with an underlying theme which suggests that self-determination is a strength that gives us power and control over our lives. Moreover, contributions in this book also suggest that when one has self-determination one has self-rule, freedom, freewill, and control. Without doubt, the freedom that one gets from self-determination is such that if allows us to think of ourselves as sovereign individuals, with uncontested rule over our personal domains, thus empowering us to make choices, enjoy liberty, and independence. In essence, self-determination is about having ultimate power and control of our own lives.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781635879995
Publisher:	Think Doctor Publications
Publication date:	11/30/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	156
File size:	327 KB

About the Author

Delroy Constantine Simms C.Psychol;. MSc Occupational and Organizational Psychology; BA (Hons) Social Science; BA (Hons) Sociology; BSc (Hons) Psychology; Diploma in Higher Education; PGCert Research Methods, PGCert Coaching PGCert Education; HNC Business Studies & Finance; is a UK registered Counselling Psychologist, and Level A qualified in the use of Ability tests and Level B and B Plus qualified in the use of personality tests and a registered MBTI practitioner. Constantine-Simms has previously taught sociology, psychology, at the Open University; The University of Stirling; Westminster College; and Barnet College. In addition, Constantine-Simms has presented academic papers in Germany, South Africa, The USA, Jamaica, Gambia, and Ethiopia on a variety of psychology related topics. He is also the recipient of the 2001 Lambda Book Award for Best Anthology (The Greatest Taboo: Homosexuality in Black Communities). Constantine-Simms is currently pursuing part-time study at the University of Oxford, while running his book publishing company Think Doctor Publications and other business ventures in the United Arab Emirates

Table of Contents

COPYRIGHT NOTICE ii
ABOUT THE AUTHOR iii
PREFACE x
INTRODUCTION xix
Information Overload 1
Skill Development Behaviour 5
A Troublesome Boss 8
Building Self Determination 12
Half Empty Glass 17
Time For A Change 20
Behaviour and Habits 24
Dealing with Co Workers 28
Dealing with your emotions 31
Address The Inner Self 35
Know Thy Self 39
The Masks We Wear 43
Motivation and Performance 47
The Challenges of Life 50
The Fear That Holds Us Back 54
Harmony and Chaos 57
Inner Spirits 61
Multiple Motivational Systems 65
Stop The Patronizing! 67
How Practice Helps You 71
Relaxation Is A Must 74
Determination and Desires 78
Know Your Dream 82
Emotional Disruptions 85
Growth Is Part of Life 89
We All Have Issues 92
Make Time For Yourself 96
We See What We Want To See 100
Maintaining Self Awareness 103
Employment Opportunities 107
Empowerment For Success 111
Self-Actualization 114
Life Strengths and Struggles 118
Success Is Around The Corner. 122
Success With Minimal Stress 126
The Importance of Reflection 129
Will Power 133
Ten Steps To Promoting Self-Determination at Home 137
INDEX 149