Bor argues his controversial new theory that consciousness evolved as a way for humans to organize and structure knowledge, as part of our natural drive to innovate.
Physiological aspects
-
The ravenous brain : how the new science of consciousness explains our insatiable search for meaningAuthor:Bor, DanielSummary: - Author:Eagleman, DavidSummary:
The magic of the brain is not found in the parts it's made of but in the way those parts unceasingly reweave themselves in an electric living fabric. And there is no more accomplished and accessible guide than renowned...
-
Author:Gluck, Mark A.Summary: - Author:Swingle, Mari K.Summary:
Engaging and scientifically rigorous, this fully updated edition of i-Minds explores screen-based technology's assimilation into our lives, pondering them as both godsend and plague, demonstrating how constant connectivity is changing...
- Author:Aschwanden, ChristieSummary:
An eye-opening, myth-busting exploration of how the human body can best recover and adapt to sports and fitness training.
- Author:Thalken, JasonSummary:
CRUSHES MYTHS. UTTERLY BRILLIANT! An in-depth look into the physics behind martial arts Whether you are an experienced martial artist or a curious enthusiast, this book gives you an "unfair advantage" by unraveling the complex...
- Author:Hutchinson, AlexSummary:
"If you want to gain insight into the mind of great athletes, adventurers, and peak performers then prepare to be enthralled by Alex Hutchinson's Endure."--Bear Grylls. Writing from both the cutting edge of scientific...
- Author:Jurek, Scott, Friedman, SteveSummary:
Offers an inspirational account of Jurek's life as a runner and vegan. Regaling readers with jaw-dropping tales of endurance, Jurek also delivers sound science and practical advice--as well as his favorite plant-based recipes.
-
Author:Amen, Daniel G.Summary:Dr. Amen explains how you can optimize your brain to achieve your fullest potential. Using state-of-the-art brain imaging technology, Dr. Amen has spent the last decade helping thousands of patients understand how the way their brains...
-
Author:Smith, Michael ActonSummary:Packed with facts and anecdotes, this book offers life-changing tips such as how to make your room more sleep-friendly and how to use sleeping to improve learning.
- Author:Vranich, BelisaSummary:
This program is read by the author. Dr. Belisa Vranich's ground-breaking second audiobook teaches the science, techniques, and benefits of breathing correctly and efficiently for warriors in all walks of life. People are less in...
-
Author:Falconer, TimSummary:In the tradition of Daniel Levitin's This Is Your Brain on Music and Oliver Sacks' Musicophilia, Bad Singer follows the delightful journey of Tim Falconer as he tries to overcome tone deafness--and along the way discovers what we're...
- Author:Cavanaugh, John C.Summary:
