How to change someone’s mind. It’s a topic that’s come up a few times before on the podcast. For example, I talked to Jonah Berger about how to make inroads by asking for less. I also spoke with Tali Sharot about how to get further by focusing first on what you have in common. Yet…
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I’ll admit it. I’m a sucker for brain science. I love learning new things about how our brains work and how to get the most out of this amazing organ. That means I’m always scanning for my next book on the topic. And, when I find it, I’m usually placing an order before I’ve made…
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I’ll admit it. I’m a sucker for brain science. I love learning new things about how our brains work and how to get the most out of this amazing organ. That means I’m always scanning for my next book on the topic. And, when I find it, I’m usually placing an order before I’ve made…
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Can facts change someone’s mind? Most times, this approach is a dead end, especially when we try to convince those with top-notch analytical skills. In fact, neuroscience shows that analytical people will tend to use data to find fault with facts they don’t like. If we want to bring someone closer to our way of…
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Ninety-five percent of us think we are self-aware, but only ten to fifteen percent of us actually are. How important is that difference to our well being and happiness? Well, according to Tasha Eurich, self-aware individuals are are better at their jobs, more satisfied with their relationships, raise more mature children, are better students, lead…
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