The Power of Words
How to Speak, Listen and Think Better
$33.13
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
29 October 2024
Summary
Discover the transformative power of words and conversations in The Power of Words, the profound and inspiring international bestseller by renowned neuroscientist Mariano Sigman.
We have hundreds of conversations every week, offline, online and even in our heads. But have you ever stopped to think about the words you use? The way we describe ourselves and the world around us shapes our decisions, emotions and actions.
Mariano Sigman, the world-leading neuroscientist a…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781035041572 |
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| ISBN-10: | 103504157X |
| Author: | Mariano Sigman |
| Publisher: | Pan Macmillan |
| Imprint: | Macmillan Business |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 29 October 2024 |
| Weight: | 374g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 152mm x 24mm |
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Critics Review
Both an essential, informative read and a comprehensive toolkit for anyone looking to elevate their communication and improve themselves. It uniquely combines insightful content with practical exercises, guiding readers to transform their verbal interactions and way of being in the world. Moreover, the engaging drawings within the book transform abstract communication principles into clear, memorable visuals, making complex ideas accessible. The Power of Words is perfect for those seeking to influence, inspire or simply communicate more effectively in their daily lives – Matt Abrahams, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter
Sigman finds the sweet spot between findings and experimental detail, and it makes for a compelling read. Entertaining … with moments of exhilaration – Financial Times on The Secret Life of the Mind
Sigman provides vivid depictions of foundational behavioural psychology experiments … and [his] clear passion for neuroscience makes it easy to browse – Science Magazine on The Secret Life of the Mind
Mariano Sigman writes and thinks in a uniquely provocative way. He is a gifted cognitive neuroscientist … [who] makes learning about the mind and brain easy and almost automatic – Andrew Meltzoff, Professor of Psychology and co-author of The Scientist in the Crib on The Secret Life of the Mind
About The Author
Mariano Sigman
Mariano Sigman is an internationally leading figure in cognitive neuroscience. He was one of the directors of the Human Brain Project, the world’s largest effort to understand and emulate the human brain. Sigman has worked with magicians, chefs, chess players, musicians and fine artists to bring his knowledge of neuroscience to different aspects of human culture. Sigman is the author of the internationally bestselling book, The Secret Life of the Mind, and has given several TED talks. His awards include a Human Frontiers Career Development Award, the National Prize of Physics and the Pius XI medal from the Pontifical Academy of Sciences.
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