My Stroke of Insight
Jill Bolte Taylor
A neuroanatomist recounts her experience of having a stroke and the insights she gained about the brain and consciousness during her recovery. This book weaves together academic knowledge with personal experience, offering a unique perspective on the beauty and resilience of the human brain.
Negotiating the Nonnegotiable
Daniel Shapiro
Discover a groundbreaking approach to resolving emotionally charged conflicts, from personal disputes to global crises. This book delves into the hidden forces of identity that drive conflict and offers practical tools to bridge divides, foster cooperation, and turn seemingly impossible disagreements into opportunities for mutual benefit.
Neither a Sucker Nor a Scammer Be
Ren Wilkinson
An exploration into the psychology of 'suckerdom' and the fear of being exploited, examining its impact on individual behavior, social dynamics, and political landscapes. It delves into the reasons why people avoid risks, distrust others, and the consequences of these fears on relationships, communities, and society.
Night School
Richard Wiseman
Night School takes you on an in-depth tour into the science of sleep and dreaming, and presents practical techniques that you can use to get the most out of the night. Discover what happens to your brain and body every night of your life, uncover the mysteries of the human sleep cycle, learn how to overcome nightmares, discover how to enjoy a great night’s sleep, and find out how your dreams have the power to change your life.
No Bad Parts
Richard C. Schwartz
Discover the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and learn how to heal trauma and restore wholeness by understanding and loving the different parts within yourself. This book offers a transformative approach to self-discovery and inner healing, guiding you towards a more compassionate and integrated sense of self.
Not Born Yesterday
Hugo Mercier
An exploration of why we believe what we do, challenging the notion that humans are inherently gullible. It delves into the cognitive mechanisms that enable us to evaluate information, trust others, and form beliefs, arguing that we are more discerning than often assumed. The book examines the failures of mass persuasion and the spread of misconceptions, offering a fresh perspective on human reasoning and decision-making.
Notes on a Nervous Planet
Matt Haig
In 'Notes on a Nervous Planet,' Matt Haig explores how the modern world, with its constant connectivity and overwhelming information, contributes to anxiety and stress. He offers insights and strategies for protecting our mental health in an age of potential panic, encouraging readers to disconnect, edit their lives, and find peace amidst the chaos.
Obedience to Authority
Stanley Milgram
A groundbreaking study of human behavior, Stanley Milgram's "Obedience to Authority" explores the disturbing extent to which individuals will comply with orders from authority figures, even when those orders conflict with their conscience. Through a series of controversial experiments, Milgram reveals the dark side of human nature and raises profound questions about individual responsibility and the power of social influence.