An illuminating look at the way the thoughts we have and the decisions we make are influenced by forces that aren't always in our control
Why are people named Kim, Kelly, and Ken more likely to donate to Hurricane Katrina victims than to Hurricane Rita victims? Are you really more likely to solve puzzles if you watch a light bulb illuminate? How did installing blue lights along a Japanese railway line halt rising crime and suicide rates?...

The following work is devoted to an account of the characteristics of crowds. Organized crowds have always played an important part in the life of peoples, but this part has never been of such moment as at present. The substitution of the unconscious action of crowds for the conscious activity of individuals is one of the principal characteristics of the present age. Crowds, doubtless, are always unconscious, but this very unconsciousness is perhaps

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"A few common principles drive performance, regardless of the field or the task at hand. Whether someone is trying to qualify for the Olympics, break ground in mathematical theory or craft an artistic masterpiece, many of the practices that lead to great success are the same. In Peak Performance, Brad Stulberg, a former McKinsey and Company consultant and writer who covers health and the science of human performance, and Steve Magness, a performance...

The author explores the human psyche and revolutionizes interpersonal relationships with this provocative new book in which he explains how to read people, how to avoid being manipulated, and how to get the upper hand in every situation.

"Have you spent your life shrinking from opportunities you were dying to seize but feel "that's just who I am"? Well, screw that! You actually can change, and it doesn't take exceptional intelligence or a therapist who's looking forward to finally buying Aruba after decades of listening to you yammer on. Transforming yourself takes revolutionary science--help from Amy Alkon, who has spent the past 20 years translating cutting-edge behavioral science...

Do you ever find yourself wondering about the answers to these essential life questions? • Who am I? • What do I want from my life? • How do I break through the barriers and start taking steps in the direction of my dreams? Phyllis Lundy believes you already have those answers waiting inside you. Written from her unique perspective as a career coach, professional development specialist, and workshop facilitator, this book helps you turn the...

Mindfulness-focusing on the present moment while accepting your feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations-is growing in popularity. You can find apps, online courses, and articles on the subject. Businesses like Google are incorporating the practice at work, resulting in lower stress levels, less frustration, fewer sick days, and less burnout. Health centers at universities are getting in on the act too, helping overly stressed students find relief....