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Scarcity

Why Having Too Little Means So Much

by Sendhil Mullainathan, Eldar Shafir ...

“Extraordinarily illuminating...Mullainathan and Shafir have made an important, novel, and immensely creative contribution.” —The New York Review of BooksIn this provocative book based on cutting-edge research, Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir show that scarcity creates a distinct psychology for everyone struggling to manage with less than they need.Busy people fail to manage their time ... Read more

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“Extraordinarily illuminating...Mullainathan and Shafir have made an important, novel, and immensely creative contribution.” —The New York Review of BooksIn this provocative book based on cutting-edge research, Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir show that scarcity creates a distinct psychology for everyone struggling to manage with less than they need.Busy people fail to manage their time
... Read more

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Rethinking Intuition

The Psychology of Intuition and its Role in Philosophical Inquiry

by George Bealer, Robert Cummings, Michael DePaul, Richard Foley, Alvin Goldman, Alison Gopnik, Gary Gutting, Tery Horgan, Tamara Horowitz, Hilary Kornblith, Joel Pust, E Rosch, Eldar Shafir, Stephen Stitch, Edward Wisniewkski, George Graham, Ernest Sosa ...

Series series Studies in Epistemology and Cognitive Theory
Ancients and moderns alike have constructed arguments and assessed theories on the basis of common sense and intuitive judgments. Yet, despite the important role intuitions play in philosophy, there has been little reflection on fundamental questions concerning the sort of data intuitions provide, how they are supposed to lead us to the truth, and why we should treat them as important. In addition ... Read more

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Ancients and moderns alike have constructed arguments and assessed theories on the basis of common sense and intuitive judgments. Yet, despite the important role intuitions play in philosophy, there has been little reflection on fundamental questions concerning the sort of data intuitions provide, how they are supposed to lead us to the truth, and why we should treat them as important. In addition
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Scarcity

Why Having Too Little Means So Much

by Sendhil Mullainathan, Eldar Shafir ...

Narrated by Robert Petkoff ...

Unabridged

8 hours 47 min

In the blockbuster tradition of Freakonomics, a Harvard economist and a Princeton psychology professor team up to offer a surprising and empowering new way to look at everyday life, presenting a paradigm-challenging examination of how scarcity—and our flawed responses to it—shapes our lives, our society, and our culture.Why do successful people get things done at the last minute? Why does poverty ... Read more

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In the blockbuster tradition of Freakonomics, a Harvard economist and a Princeton psychology professor team up to offer a surprising and empowering new way to look at everyday life, presenting a paradigm-challenging examination of how scarcity—and our flawed responses to it—shapes our lives, our society, and our culture.Why do successful people get things done at the last minute? Why does poverty
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Reading in the Brain

The New Science of How We Read

by Stanislas Dehaene ...

Narrated by James Gillies ...

Unabridged

13 hours 45 min

"Brings together the cognitive, the cultural, and the neurological in an elegant, compelling narrative. A revelatory work."--Oliver Sacks, M.D.The act of reading is so easily taken for granted that we forget what an astounding feat it is. How can a few black marks on white paper evoke an entire universe of meanings? It's even more amazing when we consider that we read using a primate brain that ... Read more

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"Brings together the cognitive, the cultural, and the neurological in an elegant, compelling narrative. A revelatory work."--Oliver Sacks, M.D.The act of reading is so easily taken for granted that we forget what an astounding feat it is. How can a few black marks on white paper evoke an entire universe of meanings? It's even more amazing when we consider that we read using a primate brain that
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Why We Read

On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One More Page Before Lights Out

by Shannon Reed ...

Narrated by Paige McKinney ...

Unabridged

8 hours 54 min

A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across difference, or simply to pass a rainy afternoon. No matter the reason, books have the power to keep us safe, to challenge us, and perhaps ... Read more

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A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across difference, or simply to pass a rainy afternoon. No matter the reason, books have the power to keep us safe, to challenge us, and perhaps
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Why We Read

On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One More Page Before Lights Out

by Shannon Reed ...

*NATIONAL BESTSELLER**A WGN Radio Best Book of 2024**A Good Housekeeping Reads pick*A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a "beloved and wonderful writer" (George Saunders), teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across ... Read more

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*NATIONAL BESTSELLER**A WGN Radio Best Book of 2024**A Good Housekeeping Reads pick*A hilarious and incisive exploration of the joys of reading from a "beloved and wonderful writer" (George Saunders), teacher, bibliophile, and Thurber Prize SemifinalistWe read to escape, to learn, to find love, to feel seen. We read to encounter new worlds, to discover new recipes, to find connection across
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The Mindful Guide to Conflict Resolution

How to Thoughtfully Handle Difficult Situations, Conversations, and Personalities

by Rosalie Puiman ...

Successfully handle difficult conversations, remain civil, and end an argument peacefully with this straightforward and mindful guide to conflict resolution.It’s important to share your thoughts and opinions with others—and even more important to be able to do so without starting an argument or offending someone. Now you can prevent and resolve conflicts with help from this guide covering ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Successfully handle difficult conversations, remain civil, and end an argument peacefully with this straightforward and mindful guide to conflict resolution.It’s important to share your thoughts and opinions with others—and even more important to be able to do so without starting an argument or offending someone. Now you can prevent and resolve conflicts with help from this guide covering
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Diversify

An award-winning guide to why inclusion is better for everyone

by June Sarpong ...

‘A handbook for these troubled times’ Psychologies Magazine’Engaging and informative … highlights our common humanity’ Kofi Annan‘A passionately written polemic’ You MagazineThe truth is, INCLUSION is better for EVERYONE.In this empowering call to arms, June Sarpong MBE proves why.Putting the spotlight on groups who are often marginalised in our society, incl... ... Read more

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‘A handbook for these troubled times’ Psychologies Magazine’Engaging and informative … highlights our common humanity’ Kofi Annan‘A passionately written polemic’ You MagazineThe truth is, INCLUSION is better for EVERYONE.In this empowering call to arms, June Sarpong MBE proves why.Putting the spotlight on groups who are often marginalised in our society, incl...
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Swedish Lagom

Finding Joy in Just Enough

by Kortney Yasenka, Karen Johnson Yasenka ...

Swedish Lagom: Discover the Secret to a Happier, More Balanced LifeYou don't need to be Swedish to benefit from the principles of lagom. Swedish Lagom shows you how to embrace balance in all aspects of life—work, relaxation, relationships, and hobbies.Sweden consistently ranks among the happiest countries in the world, and many attribute this to their uniquely balanced lifestyle. At the heart of ... Read more

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Swedish Lagom: Discover the Secret to a Happier, More Balanced LifeYou don't need to be Swedish to benefit from the principles of lagom. Swedish Lagom shows you how to embrace balance in all aspects of life—work, relaxation, relationships, and hobbies.Sweden consistently ranks among the happiest countries in the world, and many attribute this to their uniquely balanced lifestyle. At the heart of
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What to Do When You Feel Broken

How to Let Go of Negative Patterns, Heal Your Relationships and Find Freedom

by Dr Laura Williams ...

‘Trauma doesn't have to be the end of your story—it can be the beginning of a new, stronger chapter. What to Do When You Feel Broken dives deep into the transformative process known as post-traumatic growth, revealing how even life's most challenging moments can fuel your resilience, strength, and growth.’—Mel Robbins, bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins PodcastYou’re not broken. Learn ... Read more

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‘Trauma doesn't have to be the end of your story—it can be the beginning of a new, stronger chapter. What to Do When You Feel Broken dives deep into the transformative process known as post-traumatic growth, revealing how even life's most challenging moments can fuel your resilience, strength, and growth.’—Mel Robbins, bestselling author and host of The Mel Robbins PodcastYou’re not broken. Learn
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Give Me Space but Don't Go Far

My Unlikely Friendship with Anxiety

by Haley Weaver ...

A tender, funny, illustrated memoir about anxiety and self-acceptance from the artist behind @haleydrewthisAnxiety has been glued to Haley Weaver’s side since she was a child. Like most people, Weaver saw the constant what-ifs and worst-case scenarios that Anxiety whispered in her ear as an obstacle to her happiness. Maybe she could dump her anxiety at her therapist’s office, or send it on a trip ... Read more

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A tender, funny, illustrated memoir about anxiety and self-acceptance from the artist behind @haleydrewthisAnxiety has been glued to Haley Weaver’s side since she was a child. Like most people, Weaver saw the constant what-ifs and worst-case scenarios that Anxiety whispered in her ear as an obstacle to her happiness. Maybe she could dump her anxiety at her therapist’s office, or send it on a trip
... Read more
Revisionaries

What We Can Learn from the Lost, Unfinished, and Just Plain Bad Work of Great Writers

by Kristopher Jansma ...

Find creative inspiration in this fascinating rummage through the wastebaskets, secret diaries, and abandoned files of 20 literary superstars.“A pocket-size book of wonders. . . . Both astute and empathetic.”—Wall Street Journal**“Aspiring novelists will be heartened.”—**Publishers WeeklyIn Revisionaries, a writing expert takes you on an engrossing tour through the discarded drafts... ... Read more

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Find creative inspiration in this fascinating rummage through the wastebaskets, secret diaries, and abandoned files of 20 literary superstars.“A pocket-size book of wonders. . . . Both astute and empathetic.”—Wall Street Journal**“Aspiring novelists will be heartened.”—**Publishers WeeklyIn Revisionaries, a writing expert takes you on an engrossing tour through the discarded drafts...
... Read more

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