Relationship & Family
Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness
Richard H. Thaler
Nudge is about how we make choices and how we can make better ones. The authors introduce the concept of "choice architecture" and how it can be used to influence people's decisions in a positive way, without restricting their freedom. Explore how small changes in the way choices are presented can lead to significant improvements in health, wealth, and happiness.
Attention Span
Gloria Mark
Explore the science behind our diminishing attention spans in the digital age. Discover how technology affects our focus, stress levels, and overall well-being, and learn practical strategies to regain control of your attention, achieve balance, and enhance productivity in a hyper-connected world.
Rationality
Steven Pinker
An exploration of rationality, its importance, and why it often seems scarce in the modern world. The book delves into logic, critical thinking, probability, and other tools of sound reasoning, offering insights into how we can make better decisions and understand the world around us.
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.
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.