Modern Problems

Sharing stories and advice rooted in the science of evolutionary psychology, father and son authors Doug Kenrick and David Lundberg-Kenrick pinpoint the dangers of stone-age problem solving for our lives today, and present a new, systematic way to survive and be happy in the modern world.

If you constantly second-guess yourself, overanalyze small decisions, or feel mentally drained trying to solve problems, this audiobook offers a transformative shift. Designed for busy professionals and thinkers ready to level up their logic, this powerful 10-in-1 guide gives you the clarity and structure you’ve been missing. Through modern examples, proven tools, and timeless mental models, you’ll learn how to think critically under pressure, make confident decisions, and protect yourself from manipulation, bias, and misinformation. This isn’t about learning more—it’s about thinking better.

What would you pay to have a wife who doesn't argue or nag? What would you pay for a husband who's actually in shape? What would you pay to have a clean garage? And what would you pay to be able to get up every morning when you wanted to? The problem is you can't pay for these things as they cannot be bought in stores. But they are definitely attainable in life. The only question is whether you are going to give up your current pursuit of traditional economic standards of living to attain them instead.

What skills do you need to succeed today? How can you make better choices? In today's fast world, it's important to have certain skills for success. With so much fake news and information everywhere, critical thinking and logic are crucial. These skills help us think well and make good decisions. They help us understand why things are how they are, figure out what influences them, and come up with ways to make things better. One of the reasons most of us fall short in thinking critically is that our educational system doesn't teach critical thinking.

ADHD diagnoses are exploding Do you know why? Worldwide, the disorder affects roughly 5-7% of kids under the age of 18. In the United States, that number is north of 11%. As the disorder continues to plague children at every level, the questions grow louder. What is causing this? Are the diagnoses too prevalent? Is there a significant upswing in misdiagnoses and dual diagnoses? Are modern societies over-medicating learning disabilities? And most importantly, with our incredible advances in neuropsychology and naturopathy, what are we going to do about it? Natural Treatment. Effective ...

From the internationally bestselling, Pulitzer Prize—winning author, a superbly crafted new work of fiction: eight stories that take us from Cambridge and Seattle to India and Thailand. In the stunning title story, Ruma, a young mother in a new city, is visited by her father, who carefully...

The advanced capitalist democracies of the 21st century are the richest, freest, healthiest, best educated, and best governed societies in history. Why then does it seem like everything is falling apart? Economic stagnation is spreading, class divisions are deepening, birth rates are collapsing...

Behind every clear title is a story of skill, precision, and trust. In Title Secrets & Cures, veteran Senior Commercial Title Officer James K. Quigg pulls back the curtain on one of real estate’s most misunderstood professions — revealing the hidden challenges, modern technologies, and timeless principles that protect property ownership in America. Whether you’re a title examiner, escrow officer, underwriter, investor, or real estate attorney, this field guide equips you with the insight, strategies, and ethical grounding needed to navigate the complex world of title work with ...

The Birth and Death of Meaning uses the disciplines of psychology, anthropology, sociology, and psychiatry to explain what makes people act the way they do. 

You’re not broken. The system is. If you’ve ever felt tired without a reason, distracted without control, or strangely unfulfilled even when life looks fine on the outside… you’re not alone—and you’re not the problem. Modern life has quietly created a set of invisible struggles that most people feel but can’t explain. In The Hidden Problems of Modern Life Nobody Talks About, you’ll uncover the truth behind the most common—but rarely named—challenges of today’s world. From mental fatigue and digital overload to focus issues, decision fatigue, and a growing sense of lack...

How can an evangelical view of Scripture be reconciled with modern biblical scholarship? In this book Peter Enns, an expert in biblical interpretation, addresses Old Testament phenomena that challenge traditional evangelical perspectives on Scripture. He then suggests a way forward, proposing an incarnational model of biblical inspiration that takes seriously both the divine and the human aspects of Scripture.

Unleash Your Inner Genius with Leonardo’s Method What if you could think like Leonardo da Vinci and apply his timeless principles to innovation, creativity, and success in today’s fast-paced world? This book reveals how the greatest Renaissance mind mastered problem-solving, cross-disciplinary thinking, and visionary leadership — and how you can use the same techniques to transform your personal and professional life. Inside this book, you will discover how to: Unlock Renaissance Thinking — learn how Leonardo combined art, science, and philosophy to generate groundbreaking ideas. ...

Maya's been able to get by in New York on her wits and a dead-end bookstore job for years, but when her husband leaves her and her favorite professor ends their affair, her barely-calibrated life descends into chaos, and she has to make some choices. Maya's struggle to be alone, to be a woman, and to be thoughtful and imperfect and alive in a world that doesn't really care what happens to her is rendered with dead-eyed clarity and unnerving charm. This book takes every tired trope about addiction and recovery, "likeable" characters, and redemption narratives and blows them to pieces.

Somewhere between 85 and 90 per cent of the things you're worried about are not going to happen. That's not a motivational poster. It's roughly what turns up when researchers ask people to write down their worries, follow them for a month, and check the outcomes. The overwhelming majority never occur — and of the small minority that do, most people rate the actual event as considerably easier to handle than they'd predicted. You are, statistically, an extremely unreliable forecaster of your own future, and you have been using that forecast to decide how to feel. Here's the frustrating ...

Escape the race to happiness, build a life of value, and resist the pull of self-help You’ve heard this story: outwardly, woman was living the dream. Inwardly, woman was drowning in despair. It's what happened next that sets this tale apart. Many of us go through life believing that something...

Schrödinger’s Cat Explained: Quantum Superposition, Measurement, Wave Function Collapse, and the Paradoxes of Modern Physics cuts through the cartoon version of one of science’s most famous thought experiments. Schrödinger did not invent the cat to celebrate quantum strangeness. He proposed it to expose a problem. If the mathematics of quantum theory allows a radioactive atom to exist in a superposition of decayed and not decayed states, and if that atom is linked to a poison mechanism inside a sealed box, then the logic seems to extend to the cat as well. The result is not a joke or ...

From bestselling author and biotech pioneer Dr. William A. Haseltine comes a new book on Regenerative Medicine. Better Eyesight: What You And Modern Medicine Can Do To Improve Your Vision From the leading edge of biotech and healthcare innovation, Dr. William A. Haseltine and Kim Hazel MPH come forth with a revolutionary resource - "Better Eyesight: What You And Modern Medicine Can Do To Improve Your Vision." This trailblazing book maps out the vanguard of eye care technologies and treatments, offering new hope to those affected by vision issues. Better Eyesight is a valuable resource for ...

Friedrich Hayek Explained: Spontaneous Order, Free Markets, Knowledge Problem, Price Signals, Individual Liberty, Rule of Law, and the Defense of a Free Society in the Modern World is a clear and engaging introduction to one of the most influential economic and political thinkers of the twentieth century. Designed for modern readers, this book breaks down Hayek’s most important ideas into accessible language while preserving the depth and significance of his work. Whether you are new to economics or looking to deepen your understanding of free market theory, this guide offers a ...

Andrew Murray was one of the most influential Christian writers on Christian discipleship and spiritual growth. A devoted pastor, missionary, and author, he repeatedly called believers to take their relationship with Christ seriously, submit themselves to the Word of God, grow in obedience, and examine whether their Christian lives reflected the faith they professed. Known for such Christian classics as Absolute Surrender, Abide in Christ, With Christ in the School of Prayer, and Humility, Murray authored more than 200 books and devotional works. His earnest concern for the spiritual ...

Tackling a key theme each month, from Happiness and Health to Money and Politics, Everyday Stoicism guides you through the calendar year to build a toolkit of simple exercises and practical ideas for how to live these values every day. So, harness the collective wisdom of the ancient Stoic philosophers today and discover the joy of everyday stoicism.