Geoff W. Sutton

MY BOOKS Books about psychology and culture (British & American), psychology and religion and spirituality, psychological research (surveys) and statistics.

I had a nice request for information on how to buy my books. Apparently, I have not marketed well. Here's a link for anyone interested.
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Objectification Theory in Psychology

“Objectification isn’t just about sex. It’s about power, identity, and the ways culture teaches us to see ourselves through someone else’s eyes.”
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Moral Injury and Psychology

“Moral injury thrives in silence. Healing begins with truth‑telling, solidarity, and accountability.

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Rape as Power: Revisiting Susan Brownmiller’s Against Our Will in Historical and Cultural Context Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology, Culture, and Religion

I read "Against Our Will" this week and find the evidence for rape culture documented 50 years ago remains. Exposure can be a first step toward cultural change.
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Rape as Power: Revisiting Susan Brownmiller’s Against Our Will in Historical and Cultural Context Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology, Culture, and Religion

The legacy of Susan Brownmiller continues to shine a spotlight on rape culture. suttonreviews.suttong.com/2025/10/rape...

Framing Effect

Framing can influence our attitudes but we can reframe what we hear or read.

Framing references have a bias: Compare 98% effective vs 2% failure rate.

See the research on framing and share to promote critical thinking.
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Stephenson Railway Museum North Shields UK People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

A break from serious writing--
“From coal wagons to world-famous locomotives, discover how North Tyneside powered the railway revolution.”

Check out my video

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Framing Sexuality Through Lenses: A Review of Mark Yarhouse’s How Should We Think About Homosexuality? Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology, Culture, and Religion

So, I've been thinking about Yarhouse's approach to helping gay Christians. In the process, I reviewed his book offering his compassionate and informed opinion. I have some concerns. My review --> suttonreviews.suttong.com/2025/09/fram...

IDENTITY ERASURE and PSYCHOLOGY

Today I look at erasing identities, which is especially relevant to book bans.
As people figure out who they are and who they are not, they may face significant barriers to understanding if there are efforts to erase their identities. Read more: suttonpsychology.blogspot.com/2025/09/iden...

IDENTITY INVISIBILITY and PSYCHOLOGY

On having an invisible identity.
The strange case of being ignored.
Some thoughts on being partly or mostly ignored.

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Reconsidering Missionary Childhoods: A Critical Engagement with Fletcher’s The Missionary Kids Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology and Religion

A few good reasons - Thank you for your work. I do recomend your book. My review suttonreviews.suttong.com/2025/09/reco...

Reconsidering Missionary Childhoods: A Critical Engagement with Fletcher’s The Missionary Kids Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology and Religion

This book by Holly Berkley Fletcher should open discussion about the purpose and wellbeing of the children of white evangelical missionaries around the world. suttonreviews.suttong.com/2025/09/reco...

Portage Glacier Cruise Alaska People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

Feeling hot?
So, a few weeks ago I was chilling out in Alaska. I recommend this 1-hour cruise to see Portage Glacier.

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Anchorage to Seward on the Coastal Classic Alaska Train People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

I persuaded myself to pay up for the luxurious Goldstar Service in the Golden Dome coaches—a veritable five-star hotel on wheels! Alas, I was too late. Only low class was on offer, but it had a nice name, “Adventure Class.”

The story...

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Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center: A Sanctuary of the Wild People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

Tucked into the heart of Portage Valley near Girdwood, just south of Anchorage, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) spans 200 acres of pristine Alaskan wilderness.

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Allegations and Assertions
Accusing and Defending
We know human minds are biased--usually in our favor.

Memories are biased too.
Honest people are humble, but that's not happening much among leaders of all types.

See the 7 Sins of Memory by Schacter.

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Cockney A to Z and Other Rhyming Slang (MIND the GAP)

Cockney A to Z and Other Rhyming Slang

You are invited on a lively journey through the language of working-class East London, where every rhyme tells a story and every phrase pulses with personality.

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Don’t Just Let It Go—Let It Teach You First A blog about psychology & religion, spirituality & human nature: Apology, Hope, Forgiveness, Justice, Morality, Sex, Culture, Positive Psychology

Don’t Just Let It Go—Let It Teach You First
When ‘Let It Go’ Isn’t Enough

OK, when it's a minor thing, I agree - just let it go. BUT, rushing past a hurt may not be the best idea.

Some thoughts on "Let it go."
#forgiveness #reconciliation

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Consider another person's perspective

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If you create #surveys, download a PDF sample of my book, Creating Surveys here. tinyurl.com/3m966tv7

CAUGHT IN THE PULPIT: Leaving Belief Behind-a Review by Sutton Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology and Religion

A Priest: “During my psychological evaluations, I was asked by the examining psychologist if I was gay or straight, and I said, “Straight.” I lied (p. 48).” The priest estimated that about 50 to 75 percent of other students in the seminary were also gay.
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Joy - Psychology of Joy

Thinking about #joy and #happiness. Here's an update with a comparison. What do you think? suttonpsychology.blogspot.com/2022/11/joy-...

My first copilot created video on the occasion of my 75th birthday.

I saw a post of a guy advertising himself as a child psychiatrist. Why would anyone do that?

I wonder if AI could help.

The Coming Wave: AI, Technology, and Psychology Reviews of books and films connecting Psychology and Religion

Looking for a summer read?
The Coming Wave seems appropriate.
Although, it's about AI rather than the beach 😀.

Anyway, I found the author's insights intriguing and even a bit disconcerting.

Every voter on earth needs to think about AI regulation.
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National Tiger Sanctuary Saddlebrooke Missouri People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

If you expect to be in Southwest Missouri(Springfield-Branson) check out the National Tiger Sanctuary. My wife and I visited yesterday and appreciate the way they care for this collection of Big Cats and other animals people have brought to them for care.
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Cockney A to Z and Other Rhyming Slang (MIND the GAP) Cockney A to Z and Other Rhyming Slang (MIND the GAP) - Kindle edition by Sutton, Geoffrey W.. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Cockney A to Z and Other Rhyming Slang (MIND the GAP).

Cockney slang is like salt sprinkled on #British comedy and drama.
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Is the Jury Still Out on the Scopes Trial After 100 Years? A blog about psychology & religion, spirituality & human nature: Apology, Hope, Forgiveness, Justice, Morality, Sex, Culture, Positive Psychology

100th Anniversary of the Scopes Trial approaches.

I have updated survey statistics regarding the beliefs of US adults and evolution.
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YouTube video by SuttonTravels Power Piano Underground

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Stonehenge UK People, places, events, and sites I've visited on five continents with travel tips and comments.

Stonehenge -not just a quick tourist attraction, but a place to appreciate and enjoy the context of the countryside.
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