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OverviewAn entertaining investigation into the biology and psychology of why we sacrifice for other people Researchers are now applying the lens of science to study heroism for the first time. How do biology, upbringing, and outside influences intersect to produce altruistic and heroic behavior? And how can we encourage this behavior in corporations, classrooms, and individuals? Using dozens of fascinating real-life examples, Elizabeth Svoboda explains how our genes compel us to do good for others, how going through suffering is linked to altruism, and how acting heroic can greatly improve your mental health. She also reveals the concrete things we can do to encourage our most heroic selves to step forward. It's a common misconception that heroes are heroic just because they're innately predisposed to be that way. Svoboda shows why it's not simply a matter of biological hardwiring and how anyone can be a hero if they're committed to developing their heroic potential. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Elizabeth Svoboda , Rose ItzcovitzPublisher: Gildan Media Corporation Imprint: Gildan Media Corporation Edition: Library Edition ISBN: 9798200627219Publication Date: 29 August 2013 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Audio Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews"""A satisfying investigation of the mechanics of heroism."" -- ""Kirkus Reviews"" ""Fun, fascinating, and deeply researched."" -- ""Joshua Foer, New York Times bestselling author of Moonwalking with Einstein"" ""It's a joy to join the journey of Elizabeth Svoboda, a young writer and researcher, as she brings together personal stories and exciting studies to explain what pushes us to aid others--from daily helping to headlined heroic acts."" -- ""Allan Luks, coauthor of The Healing Power of Doing Good"" ""Readable and engaging."" -- ""Mary C. Gentile, PhD, author of Giving Voice To Values""" Author InformationElizabeth Svoboda has contributed to Fast Company, Popular Science, Psychology Today, Discover, Salon, and the New York Times, among others. In 2008, she received the Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award. She lives in San Jose. Rose Itzcovitz is an audiobook narrator whose readings include Democracy and Social Ethics by Jane Addams, Just Little Things by Nancy Vu, and Conversations That Sell by Nancy Bleeke. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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