Useful Delusions

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The Power and Paradox of the Self-Deceiving Brain

By Bill Mesler and Shankar Vedantam

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Useful Delusions explores the fascinating concept that self-deception can actually be beneficial for individuals and society. Authors Bill Mesler and Shankar Vedantam delve into psychological and philosophical insights, examining how certain delusions can enhance well-being, strengthen relationships, and foster societal harmony, while questioning the balance between truth and beneficial lies.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the intersection of philosophy and psychology, particularly how self-deceptions can serve valuable roles in our lives. The authors provide compelling insights into the ways in which our beliefs and delusions shape our behaviours and the broader human experience, offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of the mind.

Useful Delusions

From The New York Times best-selling author and host of Hidden Brain comes a counterintuitive, thought-provoking exploration of deception’s role in human success.

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Self-deception does terrible harm to us, to our communities, and to the planet. But if it is so bad for us, why is it ubiquitous? In Useful Delusions, Shankar Vedantam and Bill Mesler argue that, paradoxically, self-deception can also play a vital role in our success and well-being.

The lies we tell ourselves sustain our daily interactions with friends, lovers, and coworkers. They can explain why some people live longer than others, why some couples remain in love and others don't, why some nations hold together while others splinter.

Filled with powerful personal stories and drawing on new insights in psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, Useful Delusions offers a fascinating tour of what it really means to be human.

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Useful Delusions has been praised for its engaging and accessible exploration of self-deception. Reviewers commend the authors for blending scientific facts with captivating narratives, effectively illustrating how self-deception can serve both beneficial and harmful roles. The book is noted for offering insightful guidance on addressing damaging delusions, supported by a thoughtful blend of data and storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393652208

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 April 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Illustration: 1 illustration

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 239.0mm

Weight: 452g

Pages: 264

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Bill Mesler Business & Entrepreneurship Education & Reference Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Shankar Vedantam

About the Author

Shankar Vedantam is host of the Hidden Brain podcast and public radio show and the author of The Hidden Brain, a New York Times national bestseller. He lives in Washington, DC. Bill Mesler is the coauthor of A Brief History of Creation. He lives in Washington, DC.

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