The Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Heidt

This book is an exploration of the stories, myths, and philosophies used throughout history to explain the pursuit of happiness. Drawing on various sources, from ancient religious teachings to modern psychological research, Heidt elegantly explains the most important ideas about happiness and offers advice for living a more meaningful life.

Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter

In both academic and professional circles, the subject of emotional intelligence (EI) is now one that is frequently discussed. Daniel Goleman makes the case that emotional intelligence is a much more significant predictor of success.

Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert

Stumbling on Happiness by Gilbert is an engaging book that explores the complexities of human emotions. The book dives deep into why people often make decisions that do not yield the results they desire, and it looks at the scientific evidence to explain our choice.

Switch: How to Change Things When Change is Hard

The switch offers readers a framework for comprehending why change is difficult as well as guidance on how to handle it. It touches on issues like the value of emphasizing strengths and how to welcome “bright spots” that can aid in progress.

Blink The Power of Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell

The Power of Thinking Without Thinking has affected how people think and behave in daily life. In this book, Gladwell explores the idea of “thin-slicing,” or the process of making snap judgments in the heat of the moment with scant information.

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

An effective method for learning how to create persuasive messages is to apply the influencers’ tenets from Cialdini’s book to marketing. For instance, using the strength of commitment and consistency in persuasive campaigns can be a great way to guarantee that people stick with a product or idea.

Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely

Predictably Irrational by Dan Ariely explores the idea that human behavior is not always predictable and rational. The book looks at how people make decisions when faced with uncertainty and explains how to take advantage of people’s irrational tendencies.

The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg

The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg is a powerful and insightful book that explores the science behind why we do what we do. Through interviews, research, and case studies, Duhigg dives into the core elements behind why humans are drawn to certain habits and how we can use this knowledge to create positive changes in our lives.