Tali Sharot Books
Tali Sharot is an associate professor of cognitive neuroscience at University College in London, and is a winner of the British Psychological Society’s Book Award. She is also the author of The Science of Optimism.
What's The Optimism Bias about?
The Optimism Bias (2011) demonstrates the interesting and entertaining ways in which our rose-tinted glasses color our experience of the world – and why it’s a good thing that they do. Though they won’t enable you to take off those rosy specs, these blinks will at least afford you some insight into why you wear them, and how you can use them to your benefit.
Who should read The Optimism Bias?
- Proponents of psychology
- Those curious to know why their personal plans never seem to work out
- People who believe that humans behave rationally
The Influential Mind
What's The Influential Mind about?
The Influential Mind (2017) is about the often surprising and sometimes inflexible ways in which the human brain operates. As the esteemed neuroscientist and author Tali Sharot points out, having a better understanding of how the brain works can provide us with better control over our day-to-day lives and a deeper appreciation of the human experience.
Who should read The Influential Mind?
- Students of neuroscience and psychology
- Managers and HR personnel
- Those who want more control over their lives