Il coraggio di essere stupidi. Nuovi modelli di leadership (The courage of being stupid. New leadership models)
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2011, pp. 156, € 9,90

Starting from an observation on the present social crisis, the author highlights how bright minds, prepared to dominate complex situations, have been unable to react efficiently, and she suggests to review the concepts of “stupidity” and “intelligence”. If the definition of “stupid” is not limited to the opposite meaning of “intelligent”, rather considering it as a complementary and even smart and innovative concept, then we can maybe give a new sense to the current situation.
In order to build the organizations of the future, we will need new competencies and new managerial and leadership characteristics. Can “stupidity” be considered as a precious resource as well? And what is courage, if not the skill which allows to overcome logics and models proved to be completely obsolete, therefore inadequate? The books is an attempt to provide answers to these questions, suggesting work hypothesis aimed at imagining a different world (in its fundamentals and ethics) as opposed to the “intelligent” one, blown up within the self-destructive delirium we are still experiencing.
The book by Anna Zanardi Cappon opens with the ’“Praise of stupidity”, written by Renzo Rosso, founder and owner of Diesel, the Italian fashion brand which nowadays boasts dealers all over the world: in the spring of 2010 Diesel started a vast advertising campaign based on the motto “Be Stupid”, which just corroborates the contents exposed in this book.

Cocchi di mamma, cocche di papà. Riconoscere il proprio ruolo e vivere in armonia (Mommy's son, Father's daughter )
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2010, pp. 109, € 9,90

Certain epithets used within the relationship with one's mother or father may sound like tender playful words, but employing such terminology actually depicts a sociological phenomenon, a well-known reality to be found in many families. What is often ignored is that mommy's sons and father's daughters are very definite psychological and behavioural categories, consequent to an unbalanced education which may be defined as "the dearest son's misfortune ". The privileged relationship with the progenitor of the opposite sex, beyond any commonplace and relatively funny joke can, in fact, cause even serious disorders in someone's personality and character.

Thanks to her long experience in systemic familiar therapy, the author suggests a revolutionary method of diagnosis and self-observation. The awareness of a psychological picture going back to childhood is just the beginning. The book clearly explains the steps to complete to "get back on the right track" in the correct order between parents and children, to be able to follow the path of life in total and complete autonomy.

Published by Johnhunt Pubblishing
Published in 2012

Psicosomatica della pelle (Psychosomatics of the skin)
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2005, pp. 122, € 10,90

The state of our skin speaks volumes about our psychological state. Traumas, painful memories, alterations in our internal equilibrium and wellbeing all translate immediately into specific pathologies. To put it simply, in the eyes of a specialist, our skin tells the story of our past. From the first, crucial insights of Anzieu a few decades ago, psychosomatics has now become a science and the skin is one of its key areas of observation and research.

The book is a journey through the various pathologies of the skin, analyzed in the light of the latest discoveries of psychosomatics. This is the starting point for a revolutionary new therapy: not just cures and superficial treatments, but the chance to transform skin pathologies into a tool for understanding ourselves better, in order to regain the essential balance between body and psyche. In other words, to learn to heal and feel better.

Il colloquio nell'adozione (The interview for adoption)
Milano, Franco Angeli, 2004, pp. 136

This manual, written in simple, straightforward language, guides the reader towards an understanding of the significance and importance of the adoption interview, with suggestions on how to approach it. The various phases of the interview are addressed: from the first meeting to the drafting of the final reports submitted to the various bodies.

The text introduces innovative elements of interview psychology, also dealing with relational intelligence and non-verbal communication techniques. It is aimed at social workers in the adoption sector who meet couples wishing to adopt, but also at future adoptive parents who want to know more about the «technical» aspects of adoption. In other words, the book is an essential tool for anyone involved in this delicate area.

To purchase a copy, write to the author:
info(at)annazanardi(dot)com

Automotivazione, per crescere bene fuori bisogna prima crescere bene dentro (Self-motivation, growing internally in order to grow externally)
Milano, Franco Angeli, 2003, pp. 112, € 11,50

What is that allows someone to move up a gear in life? By reading this book, you will discover that the real key to change and professional growth is not external, but something that each of us must find within ourselves. This key is called self-motivation, and in order to successfully grow externally, we must first learn to grow internally.

The author not only illustrates, clearly and simply, the full range of self- motivation techniques, she also provides tangible help in bringing out the personal and professional qualities that will enable you to obtain more effective results from yourself, your family and your colleagues. In the book you will find all the exercises and methods required to develop analytical ability, self-esteem, emotional equilibrium and psychophysical wellbeing, first in yourself and then in those around you. And it contains lots more besides.

Il coaching automotivazionale (Self-motivational coaching)
Milano, Franco Angeli, 2003, pp. 208, € 20,00

Until not that long ago, everything was simpler. Or at least that's how it seemed. All you needed in order to obtain financial and personal satisfaction was to be good at your job. For a long time, it wasn't too hard to keep up with changes. Not any more. If you are not totally up-to- date professionally and ready to respond rapidly to the many challenges of a constantly changing market, then you're "out". And even those who stay competitive can pay for their effort in terms of stress, anxiety and illness.
This book indicates ways to find the right motivation within ourselves, so as to be able to respond calmly to the thousands of demands that assail us, by using a systemic vision.

Felici e Scontenti, il matrimonio psicosomatico e le patologie dei figli del benessere (Happy and Dissatisfied, the psychosomatic marriage and the pathologies of affluent children)
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2003, pp. 148, € 12,90

This book takes a highly original approach to analyzing the dynamics of couples and families, seeking to understand why being financially well off does not reduce psychological problems, and sometimes even exacerbates them. The underlying idea is that in the kind of relationship established by a couple and between parents and children, it is possible to identify functional and dysfunctional dynamics that may be passed down from generation to generation. Dysfunctional dynamics can potentially give rise to numerous pathologies.

The book is divided into two parts:

- the first deals with the problem of dynamics influencing both the evolution and equilibrium of the couple and the growth of their children. In particular, the function of psychosomatic symptoms is analyzed: how they appear and how they keep a couple's relationship alive.

- the second part considers level of affluence as a determining factor in problems linked to the development of narcissistic tendencies in children and the generation of specific pathologies.

Che stress! Effetti sulla salute, consigli pratici, terapie (What a stress! Impact on health, practical advice and therapies.)
Alberto E. Panerai
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2002, pp. 208, € 16,00

Anna Zanardi Cappon provided the chapter on "Psychological aspects of stress and psychological therapy", analyzing various issues related to the psychological handling of stress, and how to prevent it ruining our lives.

Il linguaggio degli organi (The language of the organs)
Milano, Tecniche Nuove, 2001, pp. 176, € 14,90

Our society classifies illness as an unexpected annoyance, an intrusion into our well-ordered lives. Whereas in fact, it can be a tool for growth and transformation: a form of imbalance which, by provoking a state of discomfort, invites us to change some of the conditions of our existence in order to return to full health. Illness, then, can also be seen as a message to be heeded and understood, a positive signal.

Concealing or repressing physical symptoms, which is what functional medicine and pharmacology tend to do, simply aggravates the unconscious issues. To be able to heal fully, we need to be able to associate the symptom with the affected organ and understand its deeper meaning, leading us to a heightened awareness in our life.

Dinamiche interpersonali e sviluppo del sé (Interpersonal dynamics and development of the self)
Milano, Franco Angeli, 2001, pp. 208, € 20,14

This highly innovative book has become a classic training manual for psychologists and psychotherapists, offering a wide-ranging look at the development of the Self, thanks partly to tools borrowed from the world of quantum physics. Taking as a starting point the numerous historical theories concerning the nature of Self proposed by psychology, it then progresses to the new horizons offered by systemic theory, chaos theory and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

The book is aimed particularly at students and professionals operating in the social sciences, who are interested in learning about the valuable intellectual contribution offered by language and by the latest concepts in physics to shed new light, even in the field of psychology and human relationships.