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In this delightful, acclaimed bestseller, one of the world’s leading cognitive scientists tackles the workings of the human mind. What makes us rational—and why are we so often irrational? How do we see in three dimensions? What makes us happy, afraid, angry, disgusted, or sexually aroused? Why do we fall in love? And how do we grapple with the imponderables of morality, religion, and consciousness?

If you have it, it can empower you to reach heights you never thought possible. But if you don't, it can have a devastating effect on your future. Confidence lies at the core of what makes things happen. Exploring the science and neuroscience behind confidence that has emerged over the last decade, clinical psychologist and neuroscientist Professor Ian Robertson tells us how confidence plays out in our minds, our brains and indeed our bodies. He explains where it comes from and how it spreads - with extraordinary economic and political consequences.

Have you ever wondered how off-key you are while singing in the shower? Or if your Bob Dylan albums really sound better on vinyl? Or why certain songs make you cry? Now, scientist and musician John Powell invites you on an entertaining journey through the world of music. Discover what distinguishes music from plain old noise, how scales help you memorize songs, what the humble recorder teaches you about timbre (assuming your suffering listeners don’t break it first), and more.

Read by the authors, Dr Richard Mackenzie and Peter Walker 'Read this and add at least a fortnight to your life.' – Jeremy Vine 'Real, down-to-earth and urgently needed.' – Oliver Burkeman Why do we feel stress? And how can we change things? How Stress Works is a pioneering collaboration...

A unique and revelatory guide to understanding and navigating the unwritten rules of the workplace—the key to achieving success, finding meaning, and staying true to your authentic self in today’s business world—from the organizational expert and celebrated author of The Fix. In her two...

Transform your daily habits and conquer stress with this conversational neuroscience guide to rewiring your busy mind. Whether you are battling brain fog during your morning commute or struggling to wind down for sleep, understanding your mental machinery changes everything. Ditch the dense...

Drawing on a wealth of new evidence, pioneering research psychologist David DeSteno shows why religious practices and rituals are so beneficial to those who follow them—and to anyone, regardless of their faith (or lack thereof). Scientists are beginning to discover what believers have known...

Decode the science of human behavior and mental health to understand exactly how your mind works. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused session of self-discovery, this engaging exploration separates rigorous neuroscience from everyday pop psychology. You will navigate the fascinating...

Any conversation about effective teaching must begin with a consideration of how students learn. However, instructors may find a gap between resources that focus on the technical research on learning and those that provide practical classroom strategies. How Learning Works provides the bridge for such a gap. Distilling the research literature and translating the scientific approach into language relevant to a college or university teacher, this book introduces seven general principles of how students learn. 

Based on Stanford University psychologist Kelly McGonigal's wildly popular course "The Science of Willpower," The Willpower Instinct is the first book to explain the science of self-control and how it can be harnessed to improve our health, happiness, and productivity. Informed by the latest...

Master your nervous system and transform anxiety into actionable self-care with the science of emotional regulation. Whether you are unwinding after a stressful workday or seeking a grounding companion for your daily commute, this validating guide reframes overwhelming feelings as biological...

Master your metabolism and reverse insulin resistance to reclaim your energy and finally shed stubborn belly fat. If you are exhausted by chronic fatigue or feeling betrayed by your own biology, you need science-backed answers instead of another punishing fad diet. This empowering health and...

From the premier expert on psychedelic research, a groundbreaking exploration of how psychedelics may unlock long-held mysteries of the mind, and how these revelations can be used to treat the most crippling of mental illnesses We are living through a psychedelic renaissance, a moment when...

Break through stalled weight loss and low energy with a science-backed intermittent fasting strategy. If you are exhausted by rigid diet rules and frustrating plateaus, it is time to naturally reset your metabolism. This practical, empowering audio experience cuts through the noise to show you...

The purpose of creating this audiobook is to help the listener to understand as much about influencing human behavior as possible. Like most things in life, it is possible for anyone, regardless of background, to learn and put this information into practice and become a truly influential individual. Learning and applying the skills herein will help the listener to win more friends and gain more influence over people even without having a form of authority over them.

Master the behavioral science of ethical influence to confidently win trust and drive action in any conversation. Whether you are navigating workplace politics on your morning commute or trying to resolve friction in personal relationships, this guide turns complex psychology into a daily...

Unlock the science of longevity and extend your healthspan without falling for dangerous anti-aging hype. If you are feeling the subtle physical shifts of getting older or simply want to protect your future energy levels, this grounded guide separates biological fact from miracle-cure fiction...

“Read this book and discover sex again, but from a scientific perspective, and see why it evolved. It’s almost as much fun, and needs less energy.” — Peter Macinnis, author of 100 Discoveries: The Greatest Breakthroughs in History ""How Sex Works manages to inject science writing with...

Unlock sustainable weight loss and optimize metabolic health by mastering the science of intermittent fasting. If you feel overwhelmed by confusing nutrition trends and exhausted from battling constant hunger, this practical audio guide offers a flexible, biology-based escape route. Perfect for...

"In this age of diminishing trust in public figures, this audiobook offers highly useful guidance about how to trust and withhold trust more thoughtfully." - AudioFile From the world's leading expert on trust repair, a guide to understanding the most essential foundation of our relationships and...