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The believing brain : from ghosts and gods to politics and conspiracies--how we construct beliefs and reinforce them as truths / by Shermer, Michael.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Mr. D'Arpino's dilemma -- Dr. Collins's conversion -- A skeptic's journey -- Patternicity -- Agenticity -- The believing neuron -- Belief in the afterlife -- Belief in god -- Belief in aliens -- Belief in conspiracies -- Politics of belief -- Confirmations of belief -- Geographies of belief -- Cosmologies of belief -- Epilogue: the truth is out there.
Subjects: Belief and doubt.; Cognitive neuroscience.; Knowledge, Theory of.;
© c2011., Times Books,
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The undoing project : a friendship that changed our minds / by Lewis, Michael(Michael M.);
Includes bibliographical references and Internet addresses.LSC
Subjects: Kahneman, Daniel, 1934-; Tversky, Amos.; Cognitive neuroscience.; Neurosciences.; Decision making.; Statistical decision.;
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Spellbound : modern science, ancient magic, and the hidden potential of the unconscious mind / by Lieberman, Daniel Z.,1964-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Drawing on the work of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, and with deep dives into what we can learn from ancient mystical traditions from alchemy to numerology to meditation, Spellbound weaves together ancient magical traditions, psychological research, and the latest neuroscientific discoveries, in order to bridge the gap between the conscious and unconscious mind"--
Subjects: Cognitive neuroscience.; Consciousness.; Neuropsychology.; Psychology.; Science and magic.; Subconsciousness.; Subliminal perception.;
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The future of the mind : the scientific quest to understand, enhance, and empower the mind / by Kaku, Michio.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Brain; Brain-computer interfaces.; Cognitive neuroscience.; Mind and body; Neuropsychology.;
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Rewire Break the Cycle, Alter Your Thoughts and Create Lasting Change (Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life) [electronic resource] : by Vignola, Nicole.aut; cloudLibrary;
Change your mind to change your life—discover the neuroscience of a better you in this revolutionary book from neuroscientist and online sensation Nicole Vignola that teaches you how to rewire your brain to achieve peak mental wellbeing. Are you stuck in a habit of believing you are not good enough? Do you fixate on a particular story about yourself that you wish you could change? Are negative beliefs holding you back from reaching your fullest potential? Do you sometimes feel like it’s just too hard, or too late, to change? If any of this sounds familiar, you need Rewire, your personal guide to understanding the neuroscience of why you are subconsciously programmed to repeat certain habits and how you can do, or undo, any type of behavior to be the person you want to be. BREAK THE CYCLE, ALTER YOUR THOUGHTS AND CREATE LASTING CHANGE In clear language, neuroscientist Nicole Vignola demystifies the science of breaking bad habits and how to make good ones, the principles of neuroplasticity, and neurohack methods for changing behavioral patterns. In the end, she helps you to see yourself in a different way and control how you react to any life situation, from overcoming negative, limiting beliefs to managing stress and achieving peak mental wellbeing. Think of your brain as your hardware and your mental health as your software. Your hardware must work well before you can upgrade your software; Once you learn the fundamentals of rewiring your brain, you can instill new habits, shift your mindset, and change unwanted behavior to create the best version of yourself. We all have habits and behaviors that hold us back from reaching our fullest potential. This book will help you see that you are not stuck, that you can rewrite your story—and shows you how.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Inspiration & Personal Growth; Happiness; Neuroscience; Mental Health; Self-Esteem; Cognitive Neuroscience & Cognitive Neuropsychology;
© 2024., HarperCollins,
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Gnar country : growing old, staying rad / by Kotler, Steven,1967-author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.An expert in human performance describes his experience pushing his own aging body past preconceived limits in a quest to become an expert skier at age fifty-three.
Subjects: Biographies.; Personal narratives.; Kotler, Steven, 1967-; Aging; Aging; Athletes; Cognitive neuroscience.; Older athletes.; Performance.;
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The Ideological Brain : The New Science and Lost Art of Flexible Thinking. by Zmigrod, Leor.;
In 'The Ideological Brain', Leor Zmigrod reveals the connection between political beliefs and the biology of the brain. Drawing on her own research, she uncovers the complex interplay between biology and environment that predisposes some individuals to rigid ways of thinking, and explains how ideologies take hold of our brains, fundamentally changing the way we think, act and interact with others.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: SCIENCE / Cognitive Science; SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Neuroscience; SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / General;
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The Explorer's Gene : Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map. by Hutchinson, Alex.;
Alex Hutchinson returns with an investigation into how exploration, uncertainty, and risk-taking shape our behaviour and wellbeing. 'The Explorers Gene' makes the case not just that humans are wired to seek the unknown, but that thriving in the modern world depends on pushing our mental and physical boundaries to new places. Hutchinson lives in Toronto, ON.Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: SCIENCE / Cognitive Science; SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Neuroscience; SELF-HELP / Personal Growth / Success;
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The Great Ideas of Philosophy, 2nd Edition. by N., Daniel,actor.; The Great Courses (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Daniel N. RobinsonOriginally produced by The Great Courses in 2004.Psychology is a subject of many and varied interests but narrow modes of inquiry. Today cognitive neuroscience is the dominant approach, but other schools have reappeared.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Education films.; Social sciences.; Philosophy and religion.; History, Ancient.; Instructional films.;
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Biohack your brain : how to boost cognitive health, performance & power / by Willeumier, Kristen,author.; Toland, Sarah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The "Your Brain Health" neuroscience podcaster outlines recommendations for promoting brain health and resilience throughout life, outlining helpful techniques for preventing memory loss and other neurodegenerative disorders.
Subjects: Brain.; Brain; Cognition.;
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