Elizabeth Whitworth

Senior SEO Writer

Elizabeth has a lifelong love of books. She devours nonfiction, especially in the areas of history, theology, and philosophy. A switch to audiobooks has kindled her enjoyment of well-narrated fiction, particularly Victorian and early 20th-century works. She appreciates idea-driven books—and a classic murder mystery now and then. Elizabeth has a Substack and is writing a book about what the Bible says about death and hell.

Expertise

History, Theology, Government

Awards

Contributions to joint task force efforts (FBI), Contributions to Special Operations Division (DOJ & DEA), Efforts to fight the war on drugs (NSA), Contributions to Operation Storm Front (US Customs Service)

How to Discipline Your Child Without a Fight (1-2-3 Magic)

Do you tend to get too emotional when trying to direct your child’s behavior? Do counting methods of discipline really work? In 1-2-3 Magic, clinical psychologist Thomas W. Phelan explains how to discipline your child in a way that lets you spend less time managing your child’s behavior and more time enjoying your relationship. He describes the problems with common discipline methods and shares his simple counting approach. Read more to discover the 1-2-3 Magic way of discipline and see how it might work for your children.

Truth Testing Through Kinesiology & Universal Consciousness

How do you know what’s true? Can discernment be improved? According to David Hawkins, truth vs. falsehood is determined through consciousness. The higher your level of consciousness, the more you’re able to distinguish what’s real from what isn’t. Keep reading to learn Hawkins’s intriguing model for truth testing.

Are You Learning by Listening? How You Grow By Tuning In

What don’t you know? How sounds are your beliefs? What if your inner voice gained more wisdom? It’s probably no surprise that you learn and grow when you listen well. But, you might not be aware of the specific ways you improve. This holds true, not just for the listener, but for the speaker, as well. When you’re not listening, you’re missing out. Read on to understand and appreciate the ways you learn by listening.

How to Structure a Story: Going Beyond Beginning, Middle, & End

If you’ve got a beginning, a middle, and an end, do you have a story? What’s missing? In his book Unleash the Power of Storytelling, speechwriter-turned-actor Rob Biesenbach believes that a story’s structure matters. But, he contends that there’s something even more important. He explains how to infuse certain processes into the structure to create a truly engaging story. Continue reading to learn, not just how to structure a story, but how to breathe life into that structure.

What Is Sympathetic Listening? A Key to Understanding Your Child

When you listen to your child, what’s your goal? How can you help your kids process their emotions? What is sympathetic listening? There’s listening, and then there’s sympathetic listening. Far more than just taking in what others are saying, you can understand them better than ever. It’s a critical skill for parents who want to know what’s really going on in their child’s mind, help them grow, and strengthen the bonds that tie them together. Continue reading to learn what sympathetic listening is and how to practice it.

What Is Universal Consciousness? It Might Be the Path to Truth

What is universal consciousness? How do we access it? What happens when we do? According to psychiatrist David Hawkins, consciousness is the ticket to knowledge and, ultimately, truth. He contends that, as well as having individual consciousness, we all have access to a universal consciousness that’s all-knowing. Keep reading to understand what universal consciousness might be all about.

How Climate Change Affects the Environment We Live In

How does the changing climate impact our water supply? The air we breathe? The food we eat? In How the World Really Works, Vaclav Smil helps us understand how climate change affects the environment, particularly the aspects of the environment that are required for humans to live. He believes that we’ll be in good shape as long as we take certain measures. Continue reading to learn how climate change affects oxygen, water, and food.

Michael Shellenberger: Apocalypse Never (Book Overview)

How worried should we be about climate change? And, why is it controversial to even ask this question? For Michael Shellenberger, Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All is a chance to set the record straight about the climate situation and assess it from a rational perspective. He says it’s harmful when people distort science to push an agenda, and he’s optimistic about the planet’s future. Continue reading for an overview of Michael Shellenberger’s Apocalypse Never.

David Hawkins: Levels of Consciousness Determine Your Happiness

Apotheosis—The Hero's Journey Leads to Nirvana

Do you contribute to society more than you take from it? What’s the difference between power and force in a psychological sense? According to David Hawkins, levels of consciousness set the tone for your life, for good or for bad. The higher your level, the better off you are. Consequently, you’re more able to positively impact the world. Read more to learn why Hawkins believes that your level of consciousness makes a big difference.

Why Are Stories Powerful? The Reasons We Use & Abuse Them

Why are stories powerful? How do they affect your brain? Why do manipulators use stories? When Rob Biesenbach talks about the power of storytelling, he’s not just talking about a story’s capacity to engage or entertain. He’s also talking about how a story can change people’s minds, affect their emotions, and persuade them to act. Learn how stories powerfully affect us emotionally, physiologically, and intellectually.