Relationship & Family
A Heart That Works
Rob Delaney
In this raw and profoundly moving memoir, comedian Rob Delaney navigates the unimaginable pain of losing his two-year-old son, Henry, to a brain tumor. With unflinching honesty and dark humor, Delaney recounts the harrowing journey through hospitals, the complexities of the healthcare system, and the devastating impact of grief on his family. It's a testament to enduring love, the resilience of the human spirit, and the unexpected ways we find connection and meaning amidst the deepest sorrow.
Judgment under uncertainty
Daniel Kahneman
This seminal collection, edited by Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman, Paul Slovic, and Amos Tversky, explores the systematic errors and biases that influence human judgment under uncertainty. Through a series of groundbreaking articles, it introduces and elaborates on key cognitive heuristics—representativeness, availability, and anchoring—demonstrating how these mental shortcuts, while often efficient, lead to predictable deviations from rational thought. A foundational text in cognitive psychology and behavioral economics, it reveals the profound impact of these biases on decision-making in various domains.
Smart Brevity
Jim VandeHei
In a world drowning in information, 'Smart Brevity' offers a revolutionary approach to communication. Learn how to cut through the noise, capture attention, and make your message stick by saying more with less. Discover the secrets to clear, concise, and impactful communication in every aspect of your life, from emails to presentations.
Resonate
Nancy Duarte
Resonate presents a revolutionary approach to making powerful and engaging presentations. Learn how to connect with your audience through storytelling, create meaningful content, and deliver memorable experiences that inspire change.
Presentation Zen
Garr Reynolds
Presentation Zen challenges the conventional wisdom of making PowerPoint presentations and encourages people to think differently about the design and delivery of their presentations. It emphasizes simplicity, clarity, and naturalness in presentations, drawing inspiration from Zen principles and the arts.
You're Not Listening
Kate Murphy
In a world filled with noise, are we really listening? This book explores the lost art of listening, examining its neuroscience, psychology, and profound impact on our relationships, careers, and overall well-being. Discover how to truly connect with others, understand their perspectives, and enrich your own life through the power of attentive listening.
Nonviolent Communication
Marshall B. Rosenberg
Discover the power of Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a transformative approach to communicating that fosters compassion, connection, and understanding. Learn how to express yourself honestly and clearly, listen empathically to others, and resolve conflicts peacefully, creating a world where everyone's needs are met with respect and care.
I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn't)
Brené Brown
A groundbreaking exploration of shame, its impact on our lives, and the path to shame resilience. Based on years of research, this book offers insights and strategies for understanding shame, building courage, practicing compassion, and fostering connection to live a more authentic life.