Think you don't have cognitive biases? Think again. This book is a masterclass in understanding the human mind and our tendency to justify our actions. I was able to see where my self-justification could cloud my judgment and influence decisions.
The book contains many examples of cognitive biases from prosecutors, doctors, the #MeToo movement, spouses/partners, politicians, law enforcement, and more.
Basically....don't trust your own judgement!
Renowned social psychologists Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson take a compelling look into how the brain is wired for self-justification. This updated edition concludes with an extended discussion of how we can live with dissonance, learn from it, and perhaps, eventually, forgive ourselves.
Why is it so hard to say “I made a mistake”—and really believe it?
When we make mistakes, cling to outdated attitudes, or mistreat other people, we must calm the cognitive dissonance that jars our feelings of self-worth. And so, unconsciously, we create fictions that absolve us of responsibility, restoring our belief that we are smart, moral,…
If you or your partner deal with ADHD, this book is a game-changer for relationships! I've read it three times and highlighted so many Kindle notes it couldn't export them all. Orlov nails the challenges for both partners, no blame game or excuses here—practical tips to navigate post-diagnosis life and tweak long-standing relationship dynamics. Highly recommend!
Updated in 2020! invaluable resource for couples in which one or both partners have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this authoritative book guides troubled partners towards an understanding and appreciation for the struggles and triumphs of a relationship affected by it, and to integrate ADHD into their relationship in a more positive and less disruptive way. Going beyond traditional marriage counseling which can often discount the influence of ADHD, this discussion offers advice from the author's personal experience and years of research and identifies patterns of behavior that can hurt marriages-such as nagging, intimacy problems, sudden anger, and memory issues-through…
I feel like anything I write would be a spoiler, but the psychological twist of this book kept me turning the digital page. I lost sleep staying up late reading it. This could be a movie similar to We Need to Talk About Kevin.
A Good Morning America Book Club Pick | A New York Times bestseller!
"Utterly addictive." -Paula Hawkins, author of The Girl on the Train
"Hooks you from the very first page and will have you racing to get to the end."-Good Morning America
A tense, page-turning psychological drama about the making and breaking of a family-and a woman whose experience of motherhood is nothing at all what she hoped for-and everything she feared
Blythe Connor is determined that she will be the warm, comforting mother to her new baby Violet that she herself never had.
What if you could transform your life one step at a time without sacrificing your productivity and health? Grab this book if you're ready to become more productive, declutter your spaces, and embrace healthy living!
This easy-to-use and adaptable guide will show you how to kick your productivity into high gear and is a must for anyone looking for clear steps, goals, and habits but for whom strict rules feel...well, too restrictive. The best part is you can approach this book like the menu at your favorite restaurant. The habit changes are sorted by category (productivity, decluttering, and health) and difficulty level (Novice, Pro, Master). Go ahead! Pick and choose, mix and match, and, above all, do what works for you.
