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.
My Grandmother’s Hands
Resmaa Menakem
A groundbreaking self-help book examining white-body supremacy in America from the perspective of trauma and body-centered psychology. It offers a step-by-step healing process based on neuroscience and somatic healing methods to help Americans grow beyond their entrenched racialized divide.
Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness
Richard H. Thaler
Nudge is about how we make choices and how we can make better ones. The authors introduce the concept of "choice architecture" and how it can be used to influence people's decisions in a positive way, without restricting their freedom. Explore how small changes in the way choices are presented can lead to significant improvements in health, wealth, and happiness.
Attention Span
Gloria Mark
Explore the science behind our diminishing attention spans in the digital age. Discover how technology affects our focus, stress levels, and overall well-being, and learn practical strategies to regain control of your attention, achieve balance, and enhance productivity in a hyper-connected world.
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.