The world according to Werner Herzog

In this ground-breaking book, Katy Milkman reveals a proven path to help readers move from where they are to where they want to be. Drawing on her original research and the work of her world-renowned scientific collaborators, Milkman shares strategic methods for identifying and overcoming common barriers to change, such as impulsivity, procrastination, and forgetfulness. The book offers innovative approaches like 'temptation bundling,' using timely reminders, and creating 'set-it-and-forget-it systems' to make change more achievable. It emphasizes the importance of tailoring solutions to specific roadblocks and using science to stack the deck in favor of successful change.

In this memoir, Werner Herzog recounts his life from his childhood in post-war Germany to his current status as a visionary filmmaker. The book is a personal record of his self-invented life, filled with captivating anecdotes about his unorthodox methods for capturing his vision on film. Herzog reflects on his experiences filming in perilous locations, his encounters with various cultures, and his relentless pursuit of what he terms 'ecstatic truth. ' The memoir is a hypnotic swirl of memory, reliving his most important experiences and inspirations with empathy, fearlessness, and a unique artistic perspective.