The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking: How Irrationality Makes us Happy, Healthy, and Sane

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Matthew Hutson

The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking

How Irrationality Makes us Happy, Healthy, and Sane

Matthew Hutson

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One World
03 January 2013

Psychology; Popular science

Everyone – even the most jaded and sceptical – believes in ‘magic’, in the form of luck, mind over matter, the power of similarities, jinxes, and destiny. In this wonderful exploration of psychology, Matthew Hutson takes us on a fascinating tour of magical thinking in everyday life, revealing the healing power of John Lennon’s piano; the reason gamblers kiss their tickets; and why admitting you have no free will staves off addiction.

By: Matthew Hutson
Imprint: One World
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 23mm
ISBN: 9781851689576
ISBN 10: 1851689575
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 03 January 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Matthew Hutson is former News Editor at Psychology Today and has written for Wired, Discover, the New York Times Magazine, and others. This is his first book.

Reviews for The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking: How Irrationality Makes us Happy, Healthy, and Sane

‘This book is a remarkably creative synthesis of the science behind magical thinking, threaded through with a very personal narrative that engaged the reader.’ * BBC Focus *