Relationship & Family
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.
Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother
Amy Chua
A provocative and darkly humorous memoir about one mother's quest to raise her daughters the Chinese way, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected lessons learned along the way. It was supposed to be a story of how Chinese parents are better at raising kids than Western ones. But instead, it’s about a bitter clash of cultures, a fleeting taste of glory, and how I was humbled by a thirteen-year-old.
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.
Remember
Lisa Genova
Explore the fascinating science of memory and forgetting with a neuroscientist and bestselling author. Discover how memories are made, why we forget, and how to improve your memory while understanding its natural vulnerabilities. Learn to navigate the complexities of your brain and create a better relationship with your memory, free from fear and full of empowerment.
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.
Rewire Your OCD Brain
Catherine M. Pittman
Discover how to break free from obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors using neuroscience. This book provides user-friendly explanations of brain function related to anxiety and OCD, offering practical tips and strategies to manage obsessive thinking, calm the amygdala, and rewire your brain for a more productive and happier life.
Scattered Minds
Gabor Maté
A compassionate and insightful exploration of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) by Dr. Gabor Maté, who himself has ADD. "Scattered Minds" challenges conventional views, blending neuroscience, psychology, and personal experience to offer a new understanding of the origins and healing of ADD, not as a mere genetic condition, but as a consequence of life in a particular environment and culture.
Selfie
Will Storr
A deep dive into the phenomenon of self-obsession in modern society, exploring its roots, manifestations, and consequences on individuals and culture. From ancient Greece to social media, this book uncovers the evolution of individualism and its impact on our well-being, offering insights into how we can navigate the age of perfectionism and find a more authentic sense of self.