What we value : the neuroscience of choice and change / Emily Falk.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Falk, Emily, 1981- author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cognitive neuroscience.

Neurobiology.

Values.

Brain.

Decision making.

Choice (Psychology).

brains.

decision making.

Physical Description:

xxiii, 273 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York, NY : W. W. Norton & Company, [2025]

Summary:

In What We Value, neuroscientist Emily Falk explores how we can make more purposeful, fulfilling decisions by understanding the brain's "value calculation"--the subconscious process behind our daily choices. Drawing on her own research, Falk reveals how we can align our decisions with what we truly care about, change our behavior, and influence others. She shows that by understanding how our brains evaluate choices, we can embrace new habits, connect more meaningfully with others, and become better leaders. With stories from various public figures, Falk highlights how shifting our focus can help us make more intentional choices in both small and big decisions, offering a new way to take control of our lives.

A neuroscientist reveals the hidden calculations that shape our daily decisions--and how to make more fulfilling, impactful choices in our work, relationships, and lives.

Contents:

Introduction

A note on the research

Part 1: Choice. The value calculation ; Who am I? ; Who are we?

Part 2: Change. To change what you think, change what you think about ; Become the least defensive person you know ; Connect the dots

Part 3: Connection. Getting in sync ; Small acts of sharing ; I am the beginning

Epilogue.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 219-257) and index.

ISBN:

9781324037095

1324037091

OCLC:

1437527607

Publisher Number:

90101671561