The Brain That Changes Itself
The Brain That Changes Itself
Norman Doidge
Tom Bilyeu
Tom Bilyeu recommended this book on his website.
+
1
All books

The Brain That Changes Itself

The Brain that Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science

Norman Doidge
By
Norman Doidge
4.2
38017
ratings on Goodreads

In "The Brain That Changes Itself," Norman Doidge introduces readers to the groundbreaking realm of neuroplasticity, a concept that shatters the long-held belief in the immutability of the human brain. Through a captivating journey that blends science with human interest, Doidge presents the pioneering scientists and the remarkable individuals who illustrate the brain's ability to reconfigure itself. From the story of a woman who compensates for half a missing brain to the astonishing advancements that enable the blind to see and stroke victims to speak again, Doidge explores the brain's astonishing capacity for transformation and healing. This book is not merely a collection of case studies; it is a testament to human resilience and the potential for change. Through personal stories of recovery and scientific explanation, Doidge crafts a narrative that is as profoundly inspiring as it is informative. He delves into how these discoveries in neuroplasticity are not only revolutionizing our understanding of the brain but also offering hope and new possibilities for treating conditions once thought irreversible. "The Brain That Changes Itself" is an eloquent affirmation of the brain's magic, flexibility, and boundless capacity for growth, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by the mysteries of the human mind and the potential for human transformation.

Read more
Released
2007
15 Mar
Length
427
Pages

1

recommendations

recommendation

Tom Bilyeu recommended this book on his website.
Psychoanalysis is often about turning our ghosts into ancestors, even for patients who have not lost loved ones to death. We are often haunted by important relationships from the past that influence us unconsciously in the present. As we work them through, they go from haunting us to becoming simply part of our history.
— Norman Doidge, The Brain That Changes Itself

Similar recommendations

View all
The Selfish Gene
The Selfish Gene
Richard Dawkins
12
people
person
The Beginning of Infinity
8
people
person
Gödel, Escher, Bach
Gödel, Escher, Bach
Douglas R. Hofstadter
7
people
person
The Singularity Is Near
7
people
person
Why We Sleep
Why We Sleep
Matthew Walker
7
people
person
A Short History of Nearly Everything
6
people
person
Behave
Behave
Robert M. Sapolsky
6
people
person
Life 3.0
Life 3.0
Max Tegmark
6
people
person
Lifespan
Lifespan
David Sinclair
6
people
person
Superintelligence
Superintelligence
Nick Bostrom
6
people
person

This site is part of Amazon’s Associates Program. Purchasing books recommended by successful individuals through my links earns us a small commission, helping keep the site running, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting our site!