Summaries of books by Tali Sharot:
The Influential Mind
What the Brain Reveals About Our Power to Change Others
Tali Sharot
The book explores the neuroscience behind influence, examining how the human brain responds to attempts at persuasion and why certain methods of communication are more effective than others. It provides insights into how understanding the way people think and feel can lead to more impactful ways of changing opinions and behaviors.
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The Optimism Bias
A Tour of the Irrationally Positive Brain
Tali Sharot
The book explores the human tendency to overestimate the likelihood of positive outcomes and underappreciate the probability of negative events, a cognitive phenomenon known as the optimism bias. It delves into the neurological basis of this bias, its evolutionary advantages, and its impact on our decisions, health, and well-being.
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