The Quick Fix
Jesse Singal
An exploration of the dark side of our society's fascination with psychology, revealing how many popular ideas are overhyped and lack hard evidence, misallocating resources and degrading the institution of psychology. It examines the allure of fad psychology and how individuals and institutions can resist it.
The Road Less Traveled
M. Scott Peck
The Road Less Traveled is a timeless exploration of the nature of loving relationships and a guide to a life of spiritual growth. Drawing on his experience as a psychiatrist, M. Scott Peck explores the complexities of human behavior and offers insights into the challenges and rewards of personal development.
The Secret Life of Pronouns
James W. Pennebaker
Unlock the hidden meanings behind everyday words! This book explores how seemingly insignificant words like pronouns, articles, and prepositions reveal fascinating insights into personality, social connections, and psychological states. Discover how language analysis can revolutionize our understanding of ourselves and others.
The Seven Sins of Memory
Daniel L. Schacter
An exploration of the imperfections of memory, presenting a new way to think about them, and considering how we can reduce or avoid their harmful effects. The book divides memory malfunctions into seven fundamental transgressions or "sins," including transience, absent-mindedness, blocking, misattribution, suggestibility, bias, and persistence.
The Six Signs of Predictability
Robin Dreeke
Learn to predict human behavior with this six-sign system from a former FBI agent. Discover how to identify trustworthy individuals, build strong alliances, and protect yourself from manipulators in both personal and professional settings. Gain the power to make informed decisions and create a more secure and successful future.
The Smarter Screen
Shlomo Benartzi
In The Smarter Screen, Shlomo Benartzi reveals how screens can be designed to make us smarter. It offers behavioral solutions and practical tools to improve our digital lives, showing how the same technological trends that lead to poor choices can be turned into powerful digital opportunities. Learn how to boost the quality of your digital decisions, see better, learn more, and regret less.
The Social Animal
David Brooks
An exploration of the unconscious mind and its profound influence on our decisions, relationships, and overall well-being. Through the story of two fictional characters, Harold and Erica, the book synthesizes findings from various fields to illuminate the hidden forces that shape our character, social skills, and ultimately, our success and happiness.
The Sonic Boom
Joel Beckerman
Explore the hidden power of sound and how it shapes our perceptions, emotions, and decisions. From the sizzle of fajitas to the iconic sounds of brands like Apple and Disney, discover how strategic sonic branding can transform businesses and enhance everyday life. Learn to harness the power of sound to create memorable experiences and connect with audiences on a deeper level.