The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking: How Irrational Beliefs Keep Us Happy, Healthy, and Sane (Häftad)
avMatthew Hutson
ISBN: 9780452298903 - UTGIVEN: 2013-02A provocative and entertaining look at the psychology of superstition and religion, how they make us human--and how we can use them to our advantage
What is so special about touching a piano John Lennon once owned? Why do we yell at our laptops? And why do people like to say, "Everything happen[...]
The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking (Häftad)
avMatthew Hutson
ISBN: 9781851689347 - UTGIVEN: 201207Drawing on evolution, cognitive science, and neuroscience, Matthew Hutson takes us on this fascinating tour of magical thinking in everyday life. So-called cognitive biases are crucial to our survival, Hutson shows, whether we're deciding where to invest our money or avoiding awareness of our own mo[...]
The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking (Häftad)
avMatthew Hutson
ISBN: 9781851689576 - UTGIVEN: 201301Everyone - even the most jaded and sceptical - believes in magic. In this wonderful exploration of psychology, Matthew Hutson reveals the healing power of John Lennons piano; the reason gamblers kiss their tickets; and why admitting you have no free will staves off addiction. The 7 Laws: 1) conta[...]
