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- The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom by Jonathan Haidt. A professor of social psychology, Jonathan Haidt wrote The Happiness Hypothesis as an accessible vessel for his research into moral foundations theory.
- Influence : The Psychology of Persuasion (New and Expanded) by PhD Robert B. Cialdini. Influence, New and Expanded is Dr. Robert B. Cialdini’s 2021 republication of his one of his acclaimed bestselling psychology books Influence (first published in 1984) — complete with new research, examples, and insights, especially regarding the age of the internet.
- Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me) Third Edition: Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts by Carol Tavris. Ever been curious what causes people to deny vaccines, join cults, or engage in extremist behavior?
- Upstream: How to Solve Problems Before They Happen by Dan Heath. Life can feel like we’re constantly sprinting to put out fires as they arise.
- Social Engineering by Christopher Hadnagy
- The Lucifer Effect by Philip G. Zimbardo
- Games People Play by Eric Berne
- Emotions Revealed by Paul Ekman
- NLP: The Essential Guide by Tom Hoobyar
- Drive by Daniel H. Pink
- The Elephant in The Brain by Kevin Simler
- Evil by Roy F. Baumeister
- A Treatise of Human Nature by David Hume
- The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene
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What’s the book about?
The best way to understand human behavior? Get to know how people try to manipulate others. In this book, Christopher Hadnagy is peaking behind the curtains. Social Engineering is presenting the tricks hackers use to get your password. To steal your identity and to make you do things you don’t want to do, but you don’t yet understand that are bad for you.
Who is it for?
Information security experts will surely find this read helpful. But it’s also for people who can be labeled as newbies in the computer world. Even if you’re not regularly using a computer, it’s important to understand what methods the people who design the systems we daily use implement in the software to manipulate our behavior, both online and offline.
What’s the book about?
From the creator of the “Stanford Prison Experiment,” Philip Zimbardo, this book investigates what type of mind tricks force good people to start doing bad things. In short, this book is a detailed overview of the said experiment – you probably heard of it, average people were placed in a prison-like environment and were divided into two groups, guards and prisoners. The Lucifer Effect explains why people derive their sense of identity from their immediate surroundings. Not from within themse...
Who is it for?
Psychology studentswill surely find this reading fascinating, but not only. The Stanford Prison Experiment is one of a kind. Besides, it’s something we’ll probably never see happening again in the future. It presents how our identities change when we are in different social dynamics. How good people can become violent and unethical, and what we can do to prevent ourselves from turning into dangerously brutal people.
What’s the book about?
We all play games. But I’m not talking about board games. And surely not video games. This book uncovers the social games we all play in our day-to-day lives. Labeled as explosive when the book first appeared on the shelves, Games People Play is one of the most influential psychology books about understanding social interactions. The text is condensed with examples of “mind games” where Eric Berne explores the patterns we use in our daily communications with others.
Who is it for?
Probably everyone who is interested in understanding how the people around him/her are trying to trick them. The games we play according to the author consist of a series of interactions which are then followed by an emotional payoff. And while a lot of the games we play with the surrounding people are harmless. They can easily turn into a race to the bottom – lawyers, courts, calling the police. It solely depends on how serious people are playing the social game.
What’s the book about?
What type of emotions different thoughts or actions trigger in us? How can we stop the destructing feelings and focus mainly on positive stuff? With this book, Paul Ekman wants to help us understand the science behind our emotions. How can we control them better and how to notice the difference between a genuine smile and an “I want you to make what I say” smile.
Who is it for?
People interested in understanding what are the universal emotions – the ones we all experience. Also, for people who want to read others better. The practical examples in the text will help you recognize the most common facial cues and teach yourself how to respond to them properly in a social situation.
What’s the book about?
The now-famous psychological approach of NLP (Neuro-linguistic programming) has helped millions of people to overcome their fears, cope with traumatic events, boost their confidence, and reach new heights in their personal and professional lives. This book covers the most important NLP techniques presented by master coaches. NLP: The Essential Guide is a foundational guide explaining the process of human thought.
Who is it for?
For beginners in the field of NLP. People who are interested in influencing the social dynamics and understanding how the mind is viewing and processing information. The techniques are both great for people who want to convert others into believing what they are saying, and also handy if you want to adopt a positive outlook on life.
What’s the book about?
This provocative book explains that rewards like money and the famous carrot-and-stick approach are not good enough to create a healthy working environment. Daniel Pink wants to showcase to leaders that boosting performance at work and in life is not only about getting a good salary. It’s mainly about creating an environment where meaningful work is done.
Who is it for?
People looking for ways to upgrade their reward system – whether this is at work or in their personal lives when educating their children. The book explores three essential elements (Autonomy; Mastery; Purpose) that will encourage you to create a better workplace for your employees and yourself.
What’s the book about?
Our unconscious motives drive our behavior. Sadly, we don’t quite realize this. We delude ourselves into thinking that we are doing good things for others, while we are actually mainly concerned with winning our own games. The Elephant in the Brain reveals our true desires behind our everyday actions. The text is structured to help us spot the same hidden cravings in the surrounding people. The revelations shared by Kevin Simler will make you question your best friends.
Who is it for?
This surprisingly accessible and easy-to-get book is a must-read for everyone interested in understanding the real motivations behind our actions. The metaphor used – the elephant in the brain – means that there is a big part of our brain that is focused only on getting what we want, but we never reveal that fact. We hide it. The book illustrates that there is always a hidden motive behind all of our good deeds. Everything we do, is directed towards making our lives better, even if we state t...
What’s the book about?
Why evil people are, well, evil? What encourages bad behavior? How is wickedness formed in the brain? Evil: Inside Human Violence and Cruelty by Roy F. Baumeister aims to answer these questions. The book will help you understand what’s the viewpoint of a sinful person and give you a unique perspective in his attempts to do harm. All of this knowledge prepares you for the evilness we’ll surely encounter.
Who is it for?
People who simply can’t understand why evil people do harm to others. What type of emotions trigger wrongdoings and what is happening in the brain of someone who is hurting fellow humans. If you want to understand how perpetrators view themselves, this title is among the very best places to start.
What’s the book about?
An ancient artifact that presents a groundbreaking study of human nature. David Hume, a famous Scottish historian, philosopher, and essayist, wants to showcase the nature of humans in a new light. The book will probably disrupt your well-established beliefs about the world. It can even upset your meaning-making mechanism. All of this is a good thing. A Treatise of Human Nature talks about many things related to human nature. All of which, important.
Who is it for?
When Immanuel Kant read this book, he famously said, “I was awoken from my dogmatic slumber.” If you, too, want to wake up and see the world as it is, check this book. While written more than 250 years ago, the book offers more insights into today’s world than all other titles combined.
What’s the book about?
The best-selling author of power, Robert Greene, created the bible for human nature. This book is a masterpiece. Sold millions of copies, The Laws of Human Nature will help you master your emotions. Peak behind the social masks other people wear. Develop the skills you need to influence people and also shield yourself from the same things others try to impose on you. This is more than a how-to guide on human behavior. The book can be described as an encyclopedia that tracks down how history’s...
Who is it for?
Do you want to spot the flaws in the surrounding people? Do you want to push others in directions that are both good for them and you? The Laws of Human nature was designed to make you master strategies. The tactics shared will help you influence others without them realizing this. Prevent yourself from worshiping power-driven egoists and make them worship you. Yes, it might sound like you’ll become a dark Sith Lord after finishing this book (you might!) but it’s also a great read if you want...
Learn how to decode the human mind with these books that explore social engineering, the Lucifer effect, games people play, and more. Discover the insights and tips from experts on how to communicate, manipulate, and influence others.
- Thinking, Fast and Slow (Hardcover) by Daniel Kahneman. (shelved 18 times as human-psychology) avg rating 4.18 — 493,702 ratings — published 2011.
- The Laws of Human Nature (Kindle Edition) by Robert Greene (Goodreads Author) (shelved 16 times as human-psychology) avg rating 4.37 — 19,703 ratings — published 2018.
- How to Win Friends and Influence People (Paperback) by Dale Carnegie. (shelved 13 times as human-psychology) avg rating 4.22 — 970,398 ratings — published 1936.
- Man’s Search for Meaning (Paperback) by Viktor E. Frankl. (shelved 13 times as human-psychology) avg rating 4.37 — 705,331 ratings — published 1959.
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- Thinking Fast And Slow by Daniel Kahneman. ”Nothing in life is as important as you think it is, while you are thinking about it.” — Daniel Kahneman.
- Drive by Daniel Pink. “Control leads to compliance; autonomy leads to engagement.” — Daniel Pink. The Book in One Sentence. Drive explores what has motivated humans throughout history and explains how we shifted from mere survival to the carrot and stick approach that’s still practiced today – and why it’s outdated.
- Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely. “The danger of expecting nothing is that, in the end, it might be all we’ll get.” — Dan Ariely. The Book in One Sentence.
- Everything Is F*cked by Mark Manson. “Hopelessness is the root of anxiety, mental illness and depression. It is the source of all misery and the cause of all addiction.”
Oct 10, 2022 · An epic list of the 30 best psychology books of all time, from Freud to "Quiet" and everywhere in between, covering language, dreams, therapy, and more.
Julie wrote: "Note: Psychology books differ greatly from Pop Psychology books. For example, Malcolm Gladwell vs. books by Fromm, Skinner, Jung, Freud, Piaget, or Zimbardo." I would suggest that the writings of Gladwell etc. are social commentary/observation and theory rather than pure psychology anyway
