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Rational Lives
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Author : Dennis Chong
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2000-04
Rational Lives written by Dennis Chong and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-04 with Business & Economics categories.
In contrast to this view, Dennis Chong shows that a single model that combines economic and sociological mechanisms can explain how people make decisions across both cultural and economic realms. He argues that the investments we make in the norms and values of our communities reflect the influence of our psychological dispositions, as well as the social and material costs and benefits of the options we face."--BOOK JACKET.
Rational Lives
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Author : Dennis Chong
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2011-03-15
Rational Lives written by Dennis Chong and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-03-15 with Social Science categories.
Those who study value conflicts have resisted rational choice approaches in the social sciences, contending that political conflict over cultural values is best explained by group loyalties, symbolic motives, and other "nonrational" factors. However, Chong shows that a single model can explain how people make decisions across both social and economic realms. He argues that our preferences result from a combination of psychological dispositions, which are shaped by social influences and developed over the life span. Chong's book yields insights about the circumstances under which preferences, beliefs, values, norms and group identifications are formed. It offers a provocative explanation of how ingrained social norms and values can change over time despite the forces maintaining the status quo. "Going beyond the tired polemics on both sides, [Chong] constructs a new interpretation of human behavior in which culture and individual rationality both matter. The synthesis is a more comprehensive and powerful explanatory framework than either side could have produced, and Chong's creativity should influence subsequent interpretations of our social life in fundamental ways."—Christopher H. Achen, University of Michigan
Rational Living Rational Working
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Author : John Vespasian
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2013-12-08
Rational Living Rational Working written by John Vespasian and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-08 with Self-Help categories.
Are you trying to live rationally and facing all kinds of difficulties? How do you deal with people who won't listen to logical arguments? How should you react to situations of massive unfairness? This book provides practical advice on how to live rationally and maximize your chances of happiness in every situation. Amongst others, it will show you how to minimize stress and maintain your peace of mind, benefit from the advantages of non-linear thinking, avoid short-sighted decisions, and increase your resilience during times of adversity. Each chapter contains real-life examples of individuals who have used reason to surmount obstacles, solve personal problems, and recover from setbacks. The ideas presented in this book will help you make better decisions, increase your effectiveness, and enjoy the benefits of rational living. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Become conscious of your uniqueness A method for building an unshakable self-confidence Overcome weaknesses in one area by strengths in others Let go of distractions and focus on your unique talents It is time to discard meaningless comparisons Why do millions of people waste their talents? 2. Dream in decades, but live by days Get rid of work overload and improve your results The type of deadlines that generate little stress Quick relief for those who are about to quit The right way to deal with adversity Before you make a rash move, read this A proven solution to a critical problem 3. Understand that most people won't understand Are you afraid of rejection and failure? The most effective method for overcoming self-doubt Warning: irrational motivation can wipe you out Do not trust inaccurate interpretations When the wrong choice turns out to be right Making difficult decisions with as little risk as possible 4. Look for healing in nature Can you maintain your good habits in difficult times? Three inexpensive remedies for everyday complaints How emotional stability helps you lead a good life Practical steps to reduce harmful stress Do you want to become a centenarian? The fountain of youth has already been discovered 5. Call things by their names Two thieves that are stealing your life away How to become immune to manipulation Exotic explanations are seldom true A powerful idea that has brought relief to many Seven types of irrational behaviour to stay away from The courage to keep asking questions 6. Find serenity in silent places Three mistakes that can destroy your peace of mind The dire consequences of short-sighted behaviour How an overstressed celebrity regained his serenity People who are free of anxiety do this every day An ancient formula for tranquillity in times of turmoil Stay away from theories that don't work 7. Embrace non-linear thinking A widespread delusion that can kill your motivation Four practical lessons you can learn from monks The opportunities that lie behind disruptive events How to produce good results with few resources A non-linear approach is often the only one that works For those who believe that they have no opportunities 8. Stay away from evil people The personal benefits of a peaceful philosophy Individuals seldom change in any fundamental way Avoid recklessness and you'll have a brighter future Nobody can explain colours to the blind Withdrawal is a mighty weapon A true story that showed me how to stay safe 9. Make resilience your biggest strength Ignore fairy tales and you will do well How rationality reinforces your strengths If you want to sail far, keep the wind on your back Enjoy the luxuries of a simple lifestyle Is the best option so close to you that you cannot see it? Avoid the temptation to exaggerate your problems
A Rational Philosophy Of Life
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Author : Hermann Raith
language : en
Publisher: Booksurge Publishing
Release Date : 2005
A Rational Philosophy Of Life written by Hermann Raith and has been published by Booksurge Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Materialism categories.
How to achieve a believable belief or a rational philosophy of life? This booklet describes how everyone can develop their own. It should be in accordance with the actual scientific facts, but can also include consideration of philosophical elements that have not been proven. The main guideline is the concern regarding how the world should function perfectly, and to the satisfaction of everyone. More details at: www.users.bigpond.com/hermann.raith
Rationality And The Pursuit Of Happiness
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Author : Michael E. Bernard
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2010-10-26
Rationality And The Pursuit Of Happiness written by Michael E. Bernard and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-10-26 with Psychology categories.
This book reveals how the principles of rational living identified by Albert Ellis, one of the world’s most influential and popular psychologists, can be used by anyone to achieve lifelong happiness. Reveals the 11 principles of rational living that when put into practice can consistently increase levels of personal happiness Includes selected excerpts from Ellis’ writings, revealing the difference between the psychological architectures of emotional unhappiness and human happiness Presents verbatim transcripts of private counseling sessions, as well as public lectures and demonstrations with people addressing a wide range of personal issues Offers insights into how ‘rationality’ can be used by anyone to reduce the intensity of negative emotions, to increase the frequency of positive emotions and to promote life satisfaction
A Guide To Rational Living
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Author : Albert Ellis
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1961
A Guide To Rational Living written by Albert Ellis and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1961 with Psychotherapy categories.
TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1 How Far Can You Go with Self-Analysis? 2 You Feel As You Think. 3 Feeling Well by Thinking Straight. 4 What Your Feelings Really Are. 5 Thinking Yourself Out of Emotional Disturbances. 6 Recognizing and Attacking Neurotic Behavior. 7 Overcoming the Influences of the Past. 8 How Reasonable is Reason? 9 The Art of Never Being Desperately Unhappy. 10 Tackling Dire needs for Approval. 11 Eradicating Dire Fears of Failure. 12 How to Stop Blaming and Start Living. 13 How to Be Happy Though Frustrated. 14 Controlling Your Own Destiny. 15 Counquering Anxiety. 16 Acquiring Self-Discipline. 17 Rewriting Your Personal History. 18 Accepting Reality. 19 Overcoming Inertia and Becoming Creatively Absorbed. 20 Living Rationally in an Irrational World.
The Logic Of Life
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Author : Tim Harford
language : en
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
Release Date : 2009-02-10
The Logic Of Life written by Tim Harford and has been published by Random House Trade Paperbacks this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-02-10 with Business & Economics categories.
Life sometimes seems illogical. Individuals do strange things: take drugs, have unprotected sex, mug each other. Love seems irrational, and so does divorce. On a larger scale, life seems no fairer or easier to fathom: Why do some neighborhoods thrive and others become ghettos? Why is racism so persistent? Why is your idiot boss paid a fortune for sitting behind a mahogany altar? Thorny questions–and you might be surprised to hear the answers coming from an economist. But award-winning journalist Tim Harford likes to spring surprises. In this deftly reasoned book, he argues that life is logical after all. Under the surface of everyday insanity, hidden incentives are at work, and Harford shows these incentives emerging in the most unlikely places.
Inner Life Of A Rational Agent
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Author : Rowland Stout
language : en
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
Release Date : 2006-04-03
Inner Life Of A Rational Agent written by Rowland Stout and has been published by Edinburgh University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-04-03 with Philosophy categories.
A radical approach to the philosophy of mind, in which states of mind are identified with dispositions to behave in certain ways.The approach taken by Rowland Stout is a thoroughly up-to-date version of behaviourism, although not a form of behaviourism that denies the existence of consciousness, free will, rationality, etc., nor aims to reduce these to other sorts of things. Properly understood, the idea of being disposed to behave in a certain way is seen to be exactly as rich and interesting as the idea of being in a certain state of mind. The fact that our ways of behaving are sensitive to practical rationality is taken to be an essential aspect of our nature as conscious agents. And in describing such a version of practical rationality Stout claims we are describing the mental state of someone whose behaviour is sensitive to it.His account of behaviourism rests on two central notions - that of a causal disposition to behave and that of sensitivity to practical rationality. He explains and develops these notions in some detail, and then uses them to construct powerful and original accounts of belief, intention, knowledge, perception and consciousness.Key Features* A systematic and completely original theoretical approach to the philosophy of mind* A re-evaluation of the history of the philosophy of mind based on a rejection of the generally accepted arguments in the 1960s and 1970s used by functionalists against behaviourists* A serious engagement with the intuitively compelling issues concerning behaviourism.
The Logic Of Life
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Author : Tim Harford
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2010-09-02
The Logic Of Life written by Tim Harford and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-02 with Social Science categories.
Truly eye-opening . . . There is almost no situation that Harford cannot dissect with his sharp economist's tools . . . economics has never been this cool' NEW STATESMAN If humans are so clever, why do we smoke and gamble, or take drugs, or fall in love? Is this really rational behaviour? And how come your idiot boss is so overpaid? In fact, the behaviour of even the unlikeliest of individuals - prostitutes, drug addicts, racists and revolutionaries - complies with economic logic, taking into account future costs and benefits, even if we don't quite realise it. We are rational beings after all.
Arcana Coelestia
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Author : Emanuel Swedenborg
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1873
Arcana Coelestia written by Emanuel Swedenborg and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1873 with Bible categories.