Relationship & Family
Know Thyself
Stephen M. Fleming
Explore the fascinating science behind self-awareness. Delve into the algorithms and neural circuits that enable us to understand ourselves, make better decisions, and build a fairer society. Discover how self-awareness shapes our lives and how we can cultivate it for personal and societal flourishing.
The Righteous Mind
Jonathan Haidt
An exploration of the human mind's moral foundations and how they shape our political and religious beliefs. It delves into why we are so divided and how understanding our moral psychology can help bridge these divides.
Factfulness
Hans Rosling
Factfulness offers a new way to see the world, separating fact from fiction and revealing how our instincts can mislead us. By understanding these instincts and using simple tools, we can develop a fact-based worldview, make better decisions, and feel more hopeful about the future.
The Undoing Project
Michael Lewis
An exploration of the collaboration between psychologists Daniel Kahneman and Amos Tversky, whose work on cognitive biases profoundly impacted fields from economics to sports. The book delves into their groundbreaking research and its real-world applications, particularly in the context of decision-making and challenging conventional wisdom.
Too Much and Never Enough
Mary L. Trump
A revealing and insightful memoir by Mary L. Trump, offering an insider's perspective on the Trump family dynamics and how they shaped Donald Trump into the person he is today. With a background in clinical psychology, the author delves into the family history, exploring the psychological factors that contributed to the creation of a man who would become one of the most controversial figures in modern history. A candid and thought-provoking exploration of family, power, and the making of a president.
The Year of Magical Thinking
Joan Didion
A poignant and unflinching memoir by Joan Didion, chronicling the year following the sudden death of her husband, John Gregory Dunne, while their daughter, Quintana, lay unconscious in the hospital. Didion explores the surreal and disorienting landscape of grief, memory, and the struggle to make sense of a life irrevocably altered.
Feeling Great
David D. Burns
Feeling Great presents a revolutionary new treatment for depression and anxiety. It introduces TEAM-CBT, a faster and more effective approach to cognitive behavioral therapy, offering tools and techniques to transform negative feelings into joy and overcome resistance to change. Discover how to crush distorted thoughts, improve relationships, and achieve lasting mental health.
How Children Succeed
Paul Tough
An exploration of the new science of character, and what it means for raising kids, educating students, and creating a more equitable society. The book challenges conventional wisdom about child development, arguing that qualities like grit, curiosity, and self-control are more crucial for success than cognitive skills alone.