Silly Superstitions That People Believe In
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Silly Superstitions
Silly Superstitions explores the fascinating world of superstitions, examining their cultural roots and psychological influences on human behavior. Bridging social science and psychology, the book investigates why these irrational beliefs persist even in modern societies. It reveals how superstitions, such as avoiding the number 13, offer psychological comfort in times of uncertainty and create a sense of control over unpredictable events. The book also points out that many superstitions originated as pre-scientific attempts to explain the world. The text delves into the historical context of superstitions, tracing their origins across different cultures and time periods. It also explores the psychological factors behind superstitious adherence, including the need for control and confirmation bias. The book progresses systematically, starting with definitions and historical origins, followed by psychological underpinnings and social impacts. It uses diverse evidence, from historical accounts to psychological experiments, to provide a comprehensive understanding of these pervasive cultural beliefs.
Superstitions
An "exploration into the world of superstitions, mysterious beliefs, and customs. Learn how to harness the power of good superstitions to bring luck and fulfillment into your life. Whether you want to improve your career prospects, have more success with your finances or help relationships run smoothly, 'Superstitions' is filled with lucky charms and incantations to help you avoid bad luck and counteract misfortune"--Back cover.
The Flame of Reason
Author: Christer Sturmark
language: en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date: 2022-04-14
A passionate, highly accessible clarion call to a world dangerously threatened by irrational superstitions of all kinds. 'Truly a book for our time' Steven Pinker 'In Sweden's public square, Christer Sturmark has done as much as anyone to uphold reason and humane critical thinking' Richard Dawkins 'As lucid and illuminating as it is warm and inspiring' Rebecca Goldstein In country after country, conspiracy theories and religious dogmas that once seemed to have been overtaken by enlightened thought are helping to lift authoritarian leaders into power. The effects are being felt by women, ethnic minorities, teachers, scientists and students – and by the environment, the ultimate victim of climate change denial. We need clear thinking now more than ever. Christer Sturmark is a crusading secular humanist as well as a Swedish publisher and entrepreneur, and The Flame of Reason is his manifesto for a better world. It provides a set of simple tools for clear thinking in the face of populist dogmas, anti-science attitudes and pseudo-philosophy, and suggestions for how we can move towards a new enlightenment. From truth to Quantum Physics, moral philosophy to the Myers-Briggs test, Sturmark offers a passionate defence of rational thought, science, tolerance and pluralism; a warm and engaging guide for anyone who wants to better navigate the modern world. Translated by and co-written with Douglas Hofstadter, celebrated cognitive scientist, physicist and author of Godel, Escher, Bach.