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Sensehacking

How to Use the Power of Your Senses for Happier, Healthier Living
By Charles Spence
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In Sensehacking by Charles Spence, you'll explore how our senses shape our experiences and behaviours. Featuring insights from science and nature, the book examines innovative ways to harness the power of our surroundings through sensory design to improve our well-being, productivity, and happiness. Through real-world examples, it offers practical advice on optimising environments for our sensory needs.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by how our senses impact our experiences and environments. It delves into the science behind sensory perception and offers insights into enhancing wellbeing and productivity by understanding and optimising sensory inputs. Ideal for those curious about the connection between what we sense and how we live our lives.

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Sensehacking

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The world expert in multisensory perception on the remarkable ways we can use our senses to lead richer lives.

How can the furniture in your home affect your wellbeing? What colour clothing will help you play sport better? And what simple trick will calm you after a tense day at work? In this revelatory book, pioneering and entertaining Oxford professor Charles Spence shows how our senses change how we think and feel, and how by 'hacking' them we can reduce stress, become more productive and be happier.

We like to think of ourselves as rational beings, and yet it's the scent of expensive face cream that removes wrinkles (temporarily), a room actually feels warmer if you use a warmer paint colour, and the noise of the crowd really does affect the referee's decision. Understanding how our senses interact can produce incredible results. This is popular science at its unbelievable best.

Sensehacking offers an insightful look into the fascinating world of sensory perception and how we can harness it to improve our everyday lives.

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Sensehacking by Charles Spence is praised as a captivating exploration into the world of sensory experiences, drawing comparisons to significant figures like Marie Kondo for its comprehensive insights. Reviewers highlight its engaging storytelling and Spence's expertise in crossmodal science, offering practical strategies to improve well-being by understanding and optimising sensory inputs. The book delves into the omnipresence of sensory influences, uncovering how they are manipulated commercially, while advocating for a balanced sensory approach to enhance life, making it especially relevant in today's technology-driven world.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241361153

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 266g

Pages: 384

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Charles Spence Education & Reference Health & Wellness Mindset & Self Help Non-Fiction Penguin Books Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Science & Nature Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Professor Charles Spence is the world expert in multisensory perception and experience design, having spent over twenty years researching how people perceive the world around them at the Crossmodal Research Laboratory at Oxford University. He has consulted for many multinational companies, including Unilever, PepsiCo and Nestle, advising on various aspects of multisensory design, packaging and branding.

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