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Elastic

Oct 10, 2024 8:17 AM

Author:Leonard Mlodinow

Elastic

The bestselling author of The Drunkard's Walk unlocks the secrets of flexible thinking

What do Pokémon Go and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein have in common?

Why do some businesses survive, and others fail at the first sign of change?

What gives the human brain the edge over computers?

The answer: Elastic Thinking. It's an ability we all possess, and one that we can all learn to hone in order to succeed, at work and in our everyday lives.

Here Leonard Mlodinow, whose own flexible thinking has taken him from physics professor to TV scriptwriter and bestselling author, takes us on a revelatory exploration of how elasticity works. He draws on cutting-edge neuroscience to show how, millennia ago, our brains developed an affinity for novelty, idea generation and exploration. He discovers how flexible thinking enabled some of the greatest artists, writers, musicians and innovators to create paradigm shifts. He investigates the organisations that have demonstrated an elastic ability to adapt to new technologies. And he reveals how you can test your own brain power and increase your capacity for elastic thinking.

By uncovering the secrets of our flexible minds, Elastic explains how to thrive in an endlessly dynamic world, at a time when an ability to adapt is more important than ever before.

Reviews

Elegant and interesting. . . packed with insights, puzzles and philosophical interludes

—— Steven Poole , Guardian

Timely and engrossing. . . a fascinating exploration of how the human mind deals with change

—— Charles Duhigg, author of The Power of Habit

A book of sparkling intelligence, written with humour and grace

—— Mark Williams, author of Mindfulness, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Oxford

Leonard Mlodinow never fails to make science both accessible and entertaining

—— Stephen Hawking

A fascinating, useful look into how the brain works. Perfect for neophiliacs and everyone else who's dealing with a changing world

—— Seth Godin, author of Tribes

Leonard Mlodinow will make you smarter

—— Seth MacFarlane, creator of Family Guy

In this wise and persuasive book, Leonard Mlodinow calls for a change in the very way we think. Using a deft mix of science and storytelling, he shows the limits of linear thinking and the promise of 'bottom up' thinking that embraces ambiguity

—— Daniel H. Pink, author of When

A manifesto for intellectual flexibility. . . If we are to thrive in this new world, argues bestselling science writer Leonard Mlodinow, we're going to need less linear, logical, analytic reasoning and more creative "elastic thinking"

—— Julian Baggini , Financial Times

'Stretchy' brains are best. . . Mlodinow's core message is well worth hearing

—— Hugo Rifkind , The Times

Simply, the world needs Charlie's work right now.

—— Miranda Hart

The world that I am required to inhabit is this one, but the world that I long to inhabit is the one that Charlie Mackesy has created.

—— Elizabeth Gilbert

Love, friendship and kindness - this book speaks a universal language of the heart.

—— Bear Grylls

Everything is Figureoutable will shatter your limitations, open your heart and help you reach your most long-buried dreams

—— David Bach, 9 X New York Time Bestselling author, including The Latte Factor & Smart Women Finish Rich

A fantastic book. It's a delight to read plus it's overflowing with powerful ideas and tools... It's like talking with your best friend who also happens to be incredibly wise, helpful - and funny!

—— Rick Hanson, Ph.D., author of Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness

Everything is Figureoutable is an unapologetic guide to solving your biggest problems and accomplishing your wildest dreams

—— Sophia Amoruso, Co-Founder & CEO, Girlboss

This book is exactly like Marie: fast-paced, generous, wise, raw, funny, practical and helpful

—— Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of LOVE WARRIOR, founder of Together Rising

This book will change your life in all the best ways possible

—— Becky Lynch, WWE RAW and Inaugural SmackDown Women's Champion

Everything Is Figureoutable is a provocative, profound, laugh-your-ass-off game-changer. Devour this book and get busy living! Thank you, Marie Forleo-you are a gift!

—— Kris Carr, New York Times best selling author

I am often in awe of Marie and everything she has accomplished. And now we have the ACTIONABLE roadmap on how she does it. Lucky us!

—— Jeff Krasno, CEO, Commune

If you're stuck or frustrated with any aspect of your life, take heart. With her trademark mix of warmth, intelligence and insightful advice, Marie Forleo shows us how, as the title says, everything is figureoutable

—— Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global

A must-read!

—— Daymond John , co-star of 4 time Emmy Award Winning Shark Tank

An action (and exercise) packed masterclass in changing our mindset

—— Toni Jones , Evening Standard

If you need a career cheerleader, look no further.

—— Angelica Malin , Refinery 29

It's more than just a fun phrase to say. It's a philosophy of relentless optimism. A mindset. A mantra. A Conviction.

—— Andrea McLean

This is an action (and exercise) packed masterclass in changing our mindset from the inspiring American Life Coach and entrepreneur Marie Forleo.

—— Toni Jones , The Evening Standard

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