Relationship & Family
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 Song of Achilles
Madeline Miller
A captivating reimagining of the epic Trojan War, as told through the eyes of Patroclus, the devoted companion of the legendary Achilles. Experience their profound bond, the clash of gods and mortals, and the tragic destiny that awaits them on the battlefield.
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.
The Story Factor
Annette Simmons
Discover the power of storytelling to inspire, influence, and persuade. This book provides you with the tools and techniques to craft compelling narratives that connect with your audience, build trust, and drive action. Learn how to use stories to communicate your vision, teach valuable lessons, and create lasting change.
The Storytelling Animal
Jonathan Gottschall
An exploration of the human addiction to stories, drawing on insights from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to understand why we crave narratives and how they shape our beliefs, behaviors, and cultures. It delves into the deep patterns in children's make-believe, the power of fiction to modify culture and history, and the mysterious nature of dreams, ultimately asking: How did we become the storytelling animal?
The Strength Switch
Lea Waters
Discover how to unlock your child's full potential by focusing on their strengths rather than weaknesses. "The Strength Switch" offers a revolutionary approach to parenting, grounded in positive psychology, to help children develop optimism, resilience, and a strong sense of self.
The Stuff of Thought
Steven Pinker
A fascinating exploration of how language shapes our thoughts and perceptions of the world. Steven Pinker delves into the intricacies of semantics and pragmatics, revealing how our words reflect our understanding of reality, emotions, and social relationships. From the billion-dollar debate over the meaning of 'event' to the hidden metaphors embedded in our everyday speech, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the human mind.