“A few years ago, Tor Wager, a neuroscientist at Columbia University, wanted to figure out why placebos were so effective. His experiment was brutally straightforward: he gave college students electric shocks while they were stuck in an fMRI machine. (The subjects were well compensated, at least by undergraduate standards.)”
This book delves into the psychological and cognitive aspects of decision-making, examining how individuals and societies make choices and the consequences of those decisions. more
Jonah Lehrer is an American author known for his insightful exploration of the brain, psychology, and culture. His work delves into the mysteries of human thought and creativity, examining how these concepts shape our daily lives. more
“Without the ability to be present we are missing much of what the adventure has to offer.”
“A man who doubts himself shouldn't have to try too hard for too long, not until he's seasoned.”
“She’s dressed in a white her soul doesn’t reflect, a drop-dead beauty with drop-dead morals.”
“Their daddy was fond of saying that mistakes weren't sins. The sin was not to learn from them.”