Relationship & Family
The Influential Mind
Tali Sharot
An exploration of how our brains process information and how we can use this knowledge to influence others effectively. It delves into the psychological and neurological factors that determine whether we can change someone's mind, offering insights into persuasion, communication, and understanding human behavior.
The Interpretation of Dreams
Sigmund Freud
Explore the groundbreaking work of Sigmund Freud in "The Interpretation of Dreams." This book delves into the complex world of dreams, offering insights into the unconscious mind and its impact on our waking lives. Discover Freud's theories on wish fulfillment, symbolism, and the hidden meanings behind our dreams.
The Invisible Gorilla
Christopher Chabris
Explore the everyday illusions that profoundly influence our lives, from attention and memory to confidence and knowledge. This book reveals how our intuitive beliefs are often mistaken, leading to dangerous consequences, and offers insights on how to overcome these limitations.
The Invisible Orientation
Julie Sondra Decker
Explore the often misunderstood world of asexuality with this comprehensive introduction. Julie Sondra Decker delves into the basics, experiences, myths, and resources surrounding asexuality, offering insights for asexual individuals and those who want to understand them better. Discover what it means to be asexual in a sexual world and how to navigate relationships, society, and self-discovery.
The Knowledge Illusion
Steven Sloman
A fascinating exploration of how we think, revealing the illusion of individual knowledge and highlighting the power of collective intelligence. Discover how our minds rely on the community of knowledge and why understanding this is crucial for making smarter decisions and navigating an increasingly complex world.
The Lucifer Effect
Philip Zimbardo
An exploration of the psychology of evil, examining how situational forces and systemic power can influence individuals to commit harmful acts. Drawing on the Stanford Prison Experiment and the Abu Ghraib abuses, Zimbardo challenges the notion of inherent evil and delves into the dynamics of character transformation, conformity, and resistance.
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales
Oliver Sacks
A fascinating exploration of neurological disorders through a collection of clinical tales. Oliver Sacks delves into the extraordinary lives of patients with unique conditions, challenging our understanding of the human brain and the nature of identity. Prepare to be captivated by these strange, moving, and thought-provoking stories.
The Mind at Night
Andrea Rock
An exploration into the science of dreaming, revealing surprising explanations about why dreams look and feel so real and how the mind works in waking consciousness. It delves into the history of dream research, the different stages of sleep, and the potential functions of dreaming, offering a fascinating look at the mind's activity during our sleeping hours.