How the Body Knows Its Mind: The Surprising Power of the

How the Body Knows Its Mind: The Surprising Power of the Physical Environment to Influence How You Think and Feel

â€œBeilock reveals one intriguing secret after another...That Beilock is supercharged with enthusiasm about her topic is evident and infectiousâ€ (Booklist, starred review).

The human body is not just a passive device carrying out messages sent by the brain, but rather an integral part of how we think and make decisions. In this groundbreaking book, Sian Beilock, award-winning scientist and author of the highly acclaimed Choke, draws on her own cutting-edge research to turn the conventional understanding of the mind upside down in ways that will revolutionize our lives.

At the heart of How the Body Knows Its Mind is the tantalizing idea that our bodies â€œhackâ€ our brains. The way we move affects our thoughts, our decisions, and even our preferences for particular products. Called â€œembodied cognition,â€ this new scienceâ€”of which Beilock is a foremost researcherâ€”illuminates the power of the body and its physical surroundings to shape how we think, feel, and behave. For example, pacing around the room can enhance creativity; gesturing during a speech can help ensure you donâ€™t draw a blank; teaching kids through body movement helps them learn better; walking in nature boosts concentration skills; using Botox could lead to less depression; and much more.

â€œInsightful, informative, and beautifully writtenâ€ (Daniel Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness), How the Body Knows Its Mind unveils a wealth of fascinating mind-body interconnections and explores how mastering them can make us happier, safer, and more successful.
Country USA
Brand Atria Books
Manufacturer Atria Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9781451626698
ReleaseDate 2017-03-14
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781451626698

Country	USA
Brand	Atria Books
Manufacturer	Atria Books
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	9781451626698
ReleaseDate	2017-03-14
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781451626698

How the Body Knows Its Mind: The Surprising Power of the Physical Environment to Influence How You Think and Feel

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