Mixed Signals
Uri Gneezy
An exploration of how incentives really work, revealing the hidden signals they send and how to align them with your intended messages to achieve effective and ethical outcomes. Discover how to avoid mixed signals in business and life, and learn to shape incentives to your advantage.
Moody Bitches
Julie Holland
A provocative exploration of women's moods, hormones, and mental health in the modern world. Dr. Julie Holland challenges the over-medication of women and offers a guide to reclaiming emotional well-being through understanding our bodies, embracing our natural cycles, and making informed choices about our health and relationships.
Moonwalking with Einstein
Joshua Foer
An exploration of memory, mnemonics, and the art of remembering. The author delves into the world of competitive memory, meets mental athletes, and explores the science behind how our brains store and recall information. A fascinating journey into the potential of the human mind.
My Age of Anxiety
Scott Stossel
In "My Age of Anxiety," Scott Stossel delves into the pervasive and often misunderstood condition of anxiety. Drawing from his own experiences, he presents a comprehensive exploration of anxiety from medical, cultural, philosophical, and personal perspectives. Stossel's journey covers the history of understanding anxiety, its impact on individuals and society, and the various treatments developed to manage it. A learned, empathetic, and humorous account offering insight into the biological, cultural, and environmental factors that contribute to this widespread affliction.
Rationality
Steven Pinker
An exploration of rationality, its importance, and why it often seems scarce in the modern world. The book delves into logic, critical thinking, probability, and other tools of sound reasoning, offering insights into how we can make better decisions and understand the world around us.
Reader, Come Home
Maryanne Wolf
An exploration of the reading brain in a digital world. It delves into the impact of digital media on our reading habits, attention spans, and cognitive development, and discusses the importance of preserving deep reading skills in an age of constant distraction.
Rebel Ideas
Matthew Syed
An exploration of the power of cognitive diversity and how it can be harnessed to solve complex problems, using the 9/11 attacks as a case study. It challenges traditional notions of excellence and argues that diverse perspectives are crucial for innovation, growth, and understanding.
Rewire Your Anxious Brain
Catherine M. Pittman
Discover how to rewire your brain to reduce anxiety and panic! Drawing on years of research, this book explains the neuroscience behind anxiety and offers practical strategies to manage and overcome it. Learn to identify the different pathways in your brain that contribute to anxiety and develop effective coping mechanisms for a more resilient life.