Presents information from scientific studies and interviews with experts in several fields that suggests that delaying responses when making a decision can improve the decision quality, even in situations where time is in short supply.

Journalist "explores why we find it so gratifying to be right and so maddening to be mistaken, and how this attitude toward error corrodes relationships." She claims that "error is both a given and a gift -- one that can transform our worldviews, our relationships, and, most profoundly, ourselves."

Every day we make choices. Coke or Pepsi? Save or spend? Stay or go? Whether mundane or life-altering, these choices define us and shape our lives. Sheena Iyengar asks the difficult questions about how and why we choose: Is the desire for choice innate or bound by culture? Why do we sometimes choose against our best interests? How much control do we really have over what we choose? Sheena Iyengar's award-winning research reveals that the answers are...

An acclaimed medical expert and patient advocate offers an eye-opening look at many common and widely used medical interventions that have been shown to be far more harmful than helpful. Yet, surprisingly, despite clear evidence to the contrary, most doctors continue to recommend them. Modern medicine has significantly advanced in the last few decades as more informed practices, thorough research, and incredible breakthroughs have made it possible...

"In this powerful collection of short stories, children around the world turn eleven and take a step into their futures. Each one is changed in ways both big and small. Annoyed at having to walk his sister's dog on his birthday, Connor heads into an undeveloped subdivision, where he comes across chilling evidence of a stranger's unhappiness. A girl sneaks away from her class camping trip to a local conservation area and experiences, for the first...

"This suspenseful and propulsive account of the days leading up to the end of World War II, is told through the stories of three men: Henry Stimson, the Secretary of War, who had overall responsibility for decisions about the atomic bomb; Gen. Carl "Tooey" Spaatz, head of strategic bombing in Europe and the Pacific, who was in charge of actually dropping the bombs; and Shigenori T�og�o, the Japanese Foreign Minister, who was the only one in Emperor...

Adeline would like to join the cool girls at her middle school, though it means abandoning her friends, and even if it involves a trip to the cemetery at midnight on Halloween--but this is Raven's Pass, and visiting a cemetery at night can have dire consequences.

In today's digital age, making money online has become more accessible than ever before. With just a laptop and an internet connection, anyone can start a business, offer their skills, or invest in the stock market. The possibilities are endless, but with so many options available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start.This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to five popular ways to make money online. Each chapter will delve into a...

Everyone Operates from a Different Level of Energy What works for one person won't necessarily work for another. Based on Paramhansa Yogananda's practical principles on energy and form, Awake and Ready, offers real-life examples, simple, and useful suggestions to help guide and motivate people at every level. DISCOVER THESE 8 KEYS To ease tensions, improve relationships, and create happier environments ... in your home, workplace, or classroom. • Excitement...

Principals know all too well the complexities of effective school leadership. To successfully navigate the journey's ups and downs, you'll need to rely on the appropriate gear. In The Principal's Backpack, Nancy Karlin Flynn draws on her background as a hiker and her experience leading schools to provide ways to not only survive but thrive as a school leader. K–12 principals will: • Create a mental map for health and well-being with tips...