In this novel, Feyre Archeron, a young huntress, kills a wolf that turns out to be an immortal faerie. As punishment, she is taken to the faerie realm of Prythian by Tamlin, a High Lord of the Spring Court. Initially hostile, Feyre's feelings for Tamlin transform into a fiery passion as she adapts to her new home. However, an ancient, wicked shadow threatens the faerie lands, and Feyre must find a way to stop it to save Tamlin and his world. The book is a retelling inspired by fairy tales such as 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Tam Lin', and it combines elements of romance, adventure, and high fantasy[2][4][5].
In 'Drunk Tank Pink', Adam Alter delves into the intriguing ways our surroundings shape our decisions and emotions, from the impact of colors to the influence of names. The book offers surprising insights into human psychology, highlighting how seemingly trivial factors can significantly affect our lives. Alter's work blends psychology, sociology, and cultural history to provide a comprehensive understanding of these hidden forces.
Adam Alter's "Anatomy of a Breakthrough" explores the psychological and behavioral factors that hinder progress and achievement. The book delves into common obstacles like writer's block, midlife crises, and unsatisfying relationships, offering practical strategies to overcome them. Alter uses real-world examples and research findings to illustrate his points, providing readers with actionable steps to unlock their potential. The book emphasizes the importance of anticipating change, embracing experimentation, and surrounding oneself with diverse perspectives. Ultimately, it empowers readers to break free from limiting patterns and achieve breakthroughs in various aspects of their lives.
In 'Irresistible,' Adam Alter delves into the world of behavioral addiction, tracing the historical understanding of addiction and its expansion beyond substance abuse to include behaviors such as gaming, social media, and smartphone use. Alter explains how technology companies deliberately design products to be irresistible, using techniques like 'Ludic Loops' and 'gamification' to keep users engaged. The book also discusses the potential for these addictive technologies to have both positive and negative effects on our well-being and provides insights into how we can mitigate their damaging impacts[2][4][5].
In today’s episode, you’ll learn 6 simple mind and body hacks that play a huge role in your success, happiness, and health.
One of the top psychology experts and professors in the world, Dr. Adam Alter, is here to reveal the simple things in your day to day life that influence how you think, feel, and behave.
Dr. Alter is a New York Times bestselling author and a renowned researcher and professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business.
He will share his incredible research, including:
- One tiny change that will give you 20 years of your life back (yes, you read that right).
- The exact colors you should wear on a first date, during a big meeting, or when you want to be more influential.
- A simple, free hack that makes you more productive and calmer.
- One common household object that can dramatically change behavior based on where you put it.
- How looking at a screen impacts your body and brain
After listening to today’s episode, you’re going to know how to use these 6 science-backed hacks to make your life better.
For more resources, including links to Dr. Adam Alter’s research and bestselling books, click here for the podcast episode page.
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