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The Social Animal
David Brooks
2.5 (2 Reviews)
Psychology
Society
Leadership
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Dive into the hidden forces shaping our lives with David Brooks' #1 New York Times bestseller. Why did British PM David Cameron call this his favorite book? Discover how 1.8 million neural connections per second determine your success more than IQ ever could.

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The Invisible Orchestra of Our Lives

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Imagine two strangers meeting for lunch, unaware they're about to make the most important decision of their lives. As they exchange glances, their brains are already processing thousands of signals beneath conscious awareness. What we call "falling in love" is actually an intricate neurological symphony involving dopamine, oxytocin, and specialized brain regions working in concert. This hidden world of unconscious processing isn't just relevant to romance - it shapes nearly every aspect of our existence, from career choices to political beliefs to parenting styles. The Social Animal takes us on a fascinating journey through the invisible forces that guide our lives. Through the fictional lives of Harold and Erica, we discover that success isn't primarily about IQ or conscious reasoning but about the quality of our unconscious mind - the emotional, social, and moral intuitions that guide us without our awareness. Our minds aren't unified entities with central "captains" making decisions. Instead, they resemble ecosystems of competing patterns and impulses that gradually accumulate to form our goals, dreams, and life trajectories.

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The Brain's Architecture and Early Development

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The Hidden Curriculum of Success and Self-Control

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The Neuroscience of Love and Connection

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Implications for Life and Society

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