01Psychology
Outsmarting Your Stone Age Mind
Psychology for understanding why an ancient survival system can struggle with modern life.
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Coach Dann Recommends
Useful things, chosen with care.
Books and practical products that I use, recommend or consider worth knowing about.
Books
My books
Written to make psychological ideas practical, direct and useful in everyday life.
02Grief and loss
This Is Not Goodbye
A book about grief, loss and the emotions that remain when life has changed.
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03Mental health
Stop Pretending
A candid mental health handbook for understanding emotional wellbeing and challenging stigma.
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04Guided journal
My Daily Debrief
Fifty daily check-ins, reflection space, three self-care assessments and four practical coping skills.
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05Pocket book
Soft Responses
A pocket book of emotional antidotes for common feelings and difficult moments.
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The reading shelf
Books I recommend
Psychology, philosophy, communication and thoughtful perspectives on being human.
01Recommended
The Myth of Normal
Trauma, health and modern culture.
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02Recommended
How to Talk to Anyone
Practical conversation and social skills.
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03Recommended
The Silent Guides
How our instincts influence thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
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04Recommended
Beyond Order
Twelve further rules for life and responsibility.
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05Recommended
The Matter with Things, Volumes 1 & 2
Attention, perception and the ways people understand reality.
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06Recommended
The Definitive Book of Body Language
A practical introduction to non-verbal communication.
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07Recommended
Fear and Trembling
Faith, ethics, anxiety and personal choice.
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08Recommended
The Daily Stoic
Daily readings drawn from Stoic thought.
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09Recommended
Meditations
Reflections on character, perspective and self-command.
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10Recommended
Maps of Meaning
Belief, mythology and the structure of meaning.
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11Recommended
12 Rules for Life
Principles for responsibility, meaning and daily life.
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12Recommended
Surrounded by Idiots
A colour-based model of communication styles.
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13Recommended
Surrounded by Psychopaths
Communication styles, manipulation and personal boundaries.
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14Recommended
The Chimp Paradox
A practical model for emotions, thinking and behaviour.
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15Recommended
Chicken Soup for the Soul
Stories of hope, kindness and human connection.
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Physical health
The physical health shelf is taking shape.
Training, recovery and everyday health recommendations will be added here as the collection develops.
Mental health and wellbeing
Practical support for everyday life.
Products chosen for routines, rest, focus, sensory comfort and reflective time. Product suitability varies from person to person.
01Recommended
Mela Weighted Blanket
Weighted comfort for rest and settling.
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02Recommended
Loop Quiet 2 Earplugs
Reusable earplugs for reducing everyday sound.
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03Recommended
SAD Lamp
Gentle lighting for a calmer room or evening routine.
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04Recommended
Lumie Bodyclock Wake-Up Light
A sunrise-style light for waking and winding down.
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05Recommended
This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
A scented addition to a bedtime routine.
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06Recommended
Tisserand Total De-Stress Pulse Point Roller Ball
A portable aromatherapy roller for pause points in the day.
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07Recommended
Clever Fox Wellness Planner
Structured planning for habits, reflection and wellbeing.
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08Recommended
Homedics White Noise / Sound Machine
Background sound for rest, focus or privacy.
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09Recommended
Manta Sleep Mask
A contoured eye mask for reducing light during rest.
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10Recommended
Adult Colouring Book for Mindfulness and Relaxation
A screen-free activity for attention and decompression.
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Neurodiversity
Sensory and executive-function tools.
Practical products that may support time awareness, movement, sensory regulation, focus and daily structure.
01Recommended
TempPro Visual Timer
A visible countdown for time awareness and transitions.
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02Recommended
Bouncyband Wiggle Seat Sensory Cushion
Movement and sensory input while seated.
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03Recommended
Tangle Fidget Toy
Quiet hand movement for sensory regulation and focus.
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04Recommended
Infinity Cube Fidget Toy
A compact repetitive-motion fidget.
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05Recommended
Chewigem Sensory Chew Necklace
A wearable chew designed for sensory input.
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06Recommended
Sensory Body Sock
Stretch resistance and whole-body sensory input.
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07Recommended
Liquid Motion Bubbler Sensory Timer
Slow visual movement for a short pause or reset.
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08Recommended
ADHD Daily Planner / Executive Function Planner
Daily structure for tasks, priorities and routines.
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09Recommended
Sensory Wobble Cushion
Active sitting with adjustable sensory feedback.
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A considered collection
A recommendation is an invitation to look closer.
Read the product information on Amazon and choose what suits your needs, circumstances and preferences.
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