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Where do our thoughts come from? How can we manipulate our dreams? What is the role of the unconscious? How do we make choices and trust the judgement of both others and ourselves? These are some of the questions answered in this groundbreaking, personal and comprehensive guide...

Nobel laureate Erwin Schrödinger's What is Life? is one of the great science classics of the 20th century. A distinguished physicist's exploration of the question which lies at the heart of biology, it was written for the layman but proved one of the spurs to the birth of molecular biology and the subsequent discovery of the structure of DNA. It appears here together with "Mind and Matter", his essay investigating a relationship which has eluded and puzzled philosophers since the earliest times.

Delve deep into the labyrinth of the human mind with Professor Steven Pinker as he demystifies the complexities of the human condition using the tools offered by cognitive psychology. Steven is a world-renowned Cognitive Psychologist, Linguist and Professor who has taught at Harvard, MIT & Stanford Universities, and has made it to Time Magazines’ 100 Most Influential People in the World Today. Calling Professor Pinker a Titan in his field would definitely be an understatement! In this 20 chapter Videobook series, watch Professor Pinker hand you the key that will open your mind to the inner ...

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The science of emotion is in the midst of a revolution on par with the discovery of relativity in physics and natural selection in biology. Leading the charge is psychologist and neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett, whose research overturns the long-standing belief that emotions are automatic, universal, and hardwired in different brain regions. Instead, Barrett shows, we construct each instance of emotion through a unique interplay of brain, body, and culture.

BBC R4 Book of the Week ‘Brilliant’ Guardian ‘Fascinating and often delightful’ The Times What if intelligent life on Earth evolved not once, but twice? The octopus is the closest we will come to meeting an intelligent alien. What can we learn from the encounter? In Other Minds, Peter...

Change Your Brain, Change Your Life (Before 25) is based on Dr. Jesse Payne's and Daniel Amen's work together with young people and parents and educators who work with young people. It is an owner's manual specifically written for the developing brain, packed with interesting information, relatable stories and easy-to-follow brain prescriptions and enhancement strategies. Its step-by-step instructions are tailored to optimize brain power while minimizing brain interference.

A Pioneering Neuroscientist’s Essential Secrets for a Life of Greater Happiness and Freedom When he was a troubled 12-year-old boy, Jim Doty entered a magic shop looking for an entertaining illusion. Instead, he met an extraordinary woman named Ruth who taught him real magic—not illusions...

The most joyful emanation produced by a colony of bees is known as the “song of increase”—declaring that the hive is flourishing and the bees are happy in its abundance. Song of Increase takes us inside the world of the honeybee to glean the wisdom of these fascinating creatures with whom...

Foreword by Dr. Mehmet Oz A renowned personal trainer to Olympic athletes, movie stars, Broadway actors, and supermodels, draws on twenty years of experience to create a powerful three-step fitness approach—combining mindful techniques with effective workouts—to achieve stunning results in...

A deep dive into psychology, the supernatural, and the energy that connects them. Rooted in psychology, yet open to the mysteries beyond it, we explore the intersections of psychology, spirit, and transformation. Through expert insights, diverse cultural perspectives, and personal accounts of the unexplained, we illuminate the profound experiences that shape our understanding of reality. Welcome to The Liminal Mind.

In this wide-ranging exploration of animals' inner lives, Keim takes us into courtrooms and wildlife hospitals, under backyard decks and into deserts, to meet anew the wild creatures who populate our communities and the philosophers, rogue pest controllers, ecologists, wildlife doctors, and others who are reimagining our relationships to them.

What if your thoughts aren’t entirely your own?This podcast explores the concept of consciousness control — from self-awareness and emotional regulation to the powerful influence of society, media, and manipulation. Discover how our minds can be shaped, and what it really means to be in control of your own thinking.

Join host Juniper Snout as she uncovers the hidden science of canine intelligence, from food-stealing tactics to brain structures that make dogs social geniuses. Discover how your dog's mind works through spatial reasoning, human-reading abilities, and trainable neural pathways. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

Expert beekeeper and swarm-catcher Hilary Kearney offers a unique window into the social lives and biology of these remarkable creatures Readers will be awestruck by the hive as superorganism and how the individual bee lives and behaves within it, perfectly suited to each specific job it...

The author of the New York Times bestselling Genius Foods is back with a lifestyle program for resetting your brain and body to its "factory settings," to help fight fatigue, anxiety, and depression and to optimize cognitive health for a longer and healthier life. The human body was honed under...

Welcome to Mind the Methods, the official podcast of the International Society for CNS Clinical Trials and Methodology (ISCTM). We are your gateway to the latest insights, innovations, and conversations at the forefront of central nervous system clinical research.Our series dives deep into the science and strategy behind CNS research, bringing together a global community of researchers, clinicians, regulators, and industry leaders. We explore the critical challenges and breakthroughs shaping the future of therapeutics development, with a dedicated focus on advancing trial methodology and ...

Change of Mind is a neuroscience-informed podcast about how we adapt, grow, and keep functioning when life doesn’t go to plan.Hosted by a registered nurse and neuroscience educator, the show blends clinical experience, lived caregiving reality, and brain science to explore burnout, neuroplasticity, nervous system regulation, neurodivergence, and mental load.Short, evidence-based episodes for people living complex lives — and still becoming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Mind Theory, the daily podcast that dives into the quirky, surprising, and fascinating things we do as humans—and how our incredible minds make it all happen. We break down complex brain and body functions into fun, easy-to-understand stories you'll want to share at the office, on a first date, or even in a keynote speech. Whether you're a curious thinker or a detail-loving scientist, this show is for anyone who loves exploring the mysteries of the mind and the wonders of being human. Tune in and let's unlock the secrets of your brain, one episode at a time!

Welcome to “Minds of Greatness,” the podcast to find your I AM to find your WHY. Join host Selma Jacinto Domingos, an author, a leader, life changer, a knowledgeable mind, keynote speaker, an accomplished university professor, international, multilingual and entrepreneur, with an excellent background in Social Science, Development Cooperation, International Policy, leadership, diplomacy, education, training, multi-cultural relations, selmajacintodomingos.com Do you know who you really are? In the Minds of Greatness we will explore your mind potential and your I AM to unlock...