The Inner World of Unaware Phenomena: Pathways to Brain, Behavior, and Implicit Memory

The authors Bruce J. Diamond,Amy E. Lear,and Katherine Makarec argue that an inner world within us impacts our lives, guided by factors we may know little about. They demonstrate that people can react to faces and places in measurable ways, despite professing to have never seen or visited them, showing that these unaware phenomena permeate and influence virtually every aspect of our lives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

In their groundbreaking book, "The Inner World: How Our Unconscious Minds Shape Our Lives," authors Bruce J. Diamond, Amy E. Lear, and Katherine Makarec present a compelling argument that there exists an inner world within each of us that profoundly impacts our lives. They contend that memories, perceptions, tastes, preferences, biases, and beliefs are encoded and expressed on an unconscious, largely non-conscious level, exerting a profound influence on our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

The authors delve into the intricate interplay between our conscious and unconscious minds, highlighting how seemingly insignificant factors can shape our lives in significant ways. They demonstrate through novel experimental designs and cutting-edge computer and imaging-based technologies that people can react to faces and places in measurable ways, even when they claim to have never seen or visited them.

What emerges from this research is a realization that these unconscious phenomena are not isolated instances but rather permeate and influence virtually every aspect of our lives. The authors argue that our unconscious minds play a crucial role in decision-making, shaping our relationships, influencing our behavior, and even shaping our physical health.

By exploring the depths of our inner world, the authors offer valuable insights into how we can harness the power of our unconscious minds to improve our lives. They suggest techniques for becoming more aware of our unconscious biases, developing self-compassion, and cultivating positive emotions and behaviors.

"The Inner World" is a thought-provoking and paradigm-shifting book that challenges our understanding of human behavior and offers a roadmap for personal growth and self-discovery. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the human mind and unlocking the full potential of our unconscious minds.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781498555470