
Books
Books that explore psychology, self-awareness, emotional life, and the search for meaning. Written to deepen understanding and inspire personal growth.
Across personality, emotion, identity, leadership, and social behavior, these books offer a psychologically grounded lens on what it means to live, relate, and grow. Whether you're drawn to inner work or big-picture insight, each title is written to make complex ideas usable — and to help you understand both yourself and the world with greater clarity. All titles are published through Depthmark, LLC, a psychology-focused imprint created by RJ Starr.
Psychology for the complexities of modern life.
Introducing My Most Comprehensive Work to Date: The Psychology of Being Human
Release Date: September 20, 2025
ISBN: 979-8-9996293-0-2
Library of Congress Control Number: 2025916521
The Psychology of Being Human is my most comprehensive work to date. It explores the emotional, cognitive, and existential structures that shape human experience, bringing together decades of psychological inquiry into a unified framework for understanding the self.
This book marks a turning point in my publishing journey. My earlier works reflected distinct phases of inquiry—experiments in form, tone, and audience, each shaped by the questions I was asking at the time. In September, 2025, The Psychology of Being Human will be released by Depthmark Press, signaling a new chapter in my work: more integrated, more mature, and more expansive in scope.
The Psychology of Being Human is not just a continuation of previous work—it is a deeper articulation of the themes I’ve spent a lifetime exploring.
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The Gentleman’s Way
The Gentleman's Way is a practical guide to living with integrity, grace, and purpose. Focusing on emotional intelligence, accountability, and self-discipline, it offers timeless insights for men seeking personal growth—and for women who wish to understand and support that journey.
Living with Purpose in a World Without Guarantees
Living with Purpose in a World Without Guarantees by RJ Starr offers a guide to building a life of authenticity and fulfillment amid uncertainty. Focusing on core values, resilience, and intentional living, it encourages readers to embrace the unpredictable and create meaning from within.
Conspiracy Theorists and Those Who Love Them
Conspiracy Theorists and Those Who Love Them by RJ Starr offers a compassionate guide to maintaining connection across differing worldviews. Focusing on empathy, emotional drivers, and practical tools like active listening, it helps readers navigate relationships without losing respect or understanding.
Public Outrage
Public Outrage: Why Bad Behavior is on the Rise explores the psychological and cultural roots of increasing public incivility. Examining social media, disconnection, and declining etiquette, it offers solutions for fostering respect, emotional intelligence, and a more civil society.
The Power of the Pivot
The Power of Pivot by RJ Starr is a guide to embracing change, building resilience, and turning uncertainty into opportunity. With actionable strategies and insights, it helps readers develop the mindset, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills needed to adapt and thrive.
Zen of Parrot
The Zen of Parrot follows Pepper, a playful and wise parrot, as he shares lessons on mindfulness, joy, patience, and presence. Blending humor with heartfelt wisdom, this book invites readers to slow down, savor everyday moments, and deepen their connection to themselves and the world.
Book of Blame
Book of Blame explores why we blame others to protect the ego and avoid responsibility—and how this damages relationships and growth. RJ Starr offers practical tools for shifting toward accountability through communication, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.
Curating Your Inner Ecosystem
Curating Your Inner Ecosystem is a guide to reclaiming emotional, mental, and physical well-being through intentional living. With practical tools and mindfulness practices, it helps readers nurture a balanced inner world, fostering greater peace, clarity, and purpose.
Digital Detox
Digital Detox is a guide to reducing digital overwhelm and reclaiming mindful living. Drawing on neuroscience and psychology, it offers practical strategies to resist distraction, improve focus, and build a healthier relationship with technology aligned with your values.
A Guide to Emotional Intelligence Online
A Guide to Emotional Intelligence Online teaches skills for managing emotions, understanding others, and building healthier online relationships. With practical strategies for self-awareness and empathy, it helps protect mental health and foster more authentic, compassionate digital spaces.
Non-Transactional Communication
Non-Transactional Communication shifts conversations from goal-oriented exchanges to genuine human connection. Focusing on active listening, emotional intelligence, and presence, it offers practical tools for building trust, deepening relationships, and fostering authentic dialogue in a fast-paced world.
The Executive’s Edge
The Executive’s Edge is a practical guide to mastering tone and emotional intelligence in leadership. It explores how skillful communication builds trust, boosts morale, and adapts across digital and remote settings, empowering leaders to connect more effectively and lead with greater impact.