Books by Dacher Keltner
Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life
by Dacher Keltner
Awe is by Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology at UC Berkeley. It's not the first book suggesting 'awe' as a possible solution to all our problems (see, for example, Awe by Paul Pearsall), but it's trying to put it on a scientific footing. Early on, Keltner provides a good definition of what awe is: "Awe is the feeling of being in the presence of something vast that transcends your current understanding of the world." This is a highly readable, accessible book and even if awe turns out not to be your cup of tea, it's a really interesting study of/reflection on a seemingly ineffable emotion.
Interviews where books by Dacher Keltner were recommended
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Psych: The Story of the Human Mind
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The Success Myth: Letting Go of Having It All
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Drama Free: A Guide to Managing Unhealthy Family Relationships
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Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life
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Data Baby: My Life in a Psychological Experiment
by Susannah Breslin
Notable Psychology and Self-Help Books of 2023, recommended by Cal Flyn
Notable Psychology and Self-Help Books of 2023, recommended by Cal Flyn
It’s that time of year again: January is the month to batten down the hatches, work off all those rich festive meals, and get to work on your new year’s resolutions. Understanding the workings of your own brain—theoretically or even in purely practical terms—can be an important tool for achieving your goals. Here our deputy editor spotlights some of the most notable psychology and self-help books published in 2023 to help you on your way.
