Title:
You're a miracle (and a pain in the ass) : embracing the emotions, habits and mystery that make you you
Author:
Edition:
First edition.
Publication Date:
2020
Publication Information:
New York : Convergent, [2020]
Physical Description:
xii, 226 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
ISBN:
9781984823243
Abstract:
One of the basic conundrums of human life is why we do the things we do. Or rather, why we so often don't do the things that we want to do. McHargue believes we like to think we're in control of our thoughts and decisions, but science has shown that a host of competing impulses, emotions, and environmental factors are at play in every action we undertake. From relationships and ethics to stress and mental health, McHargue shows readers how some of our qualities that seems most frustrating are actually key to helping humans survive and thrive.
Contents:
Author's note (You don't want to skip this one) -- Why did I do that? The battle of you vs. you -- Your brain is a burrito: the structure of your brain, and why it matters -- Pizza and porn. How supernormal stimuli shape your life -- A concrete suitcase: the secret life of emotions -- The machines are winning: how computers domesticated humanity-- and how we can fight back -- Sticks and stones: the destructive power of language -- A box full of mousetraps: the delicate dance of living among humans -- The forest and the trees: why learning to live in our bodies might save the world -- Tilling better soil: learning to take care of our most limited resource.
Language:
English
