Discover the secrets of happiness with one person's year-long experiment. Follow the author's journey as she tests the wisdom of the ages and modern science on how to achieve happiness. From finding joy in novelty and challenge, to the importance of outer order for inner calm, this lively account will show that even small changes can make a big difference.

Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun

The Happiness Project

"Stealing Fire" by Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal is a mind-blowing exploration of the underground revolution that industry leaders like Elon Musk, Navy SEALs, and Silicon Valley executives have been quietly harnessing to outperform the competition: rare and controversial altered states of consciousness. This book takes readers on a journey through the secrets of this revolution, providing insights into its applications and techniques. "Stealing Fire" is the ultimate guidebook for those who aspire to live richer, more productive lives by tapping into the transformative potential of altered states.

How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work

Stealing Fire

Uncover the secrets of ultimate human performance as extreme athletes break physical barriers and enter the state of consciousness known as “flow.” Bestselling author Steven Kotler explores this fascinating topic, drawing on his research and interviews with top action sports athletes. Discover how flow can help us perform at our best and unlock our own potential. This groundbreaking book presents a world of profound possibilities, challenging our beliefs about what we can achieve.

Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance

The Rise of Superman

Explore the mysteries of the brain and gain mind-expanding insights with Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain, a myth-busting primer by renowned neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett. This engaging and accessible collection of short essays uncovers where brains came from, how they're structured, and how yours works in tandem with others to shape your every experience. Discover how to dismiss common myths and delve into important implications for human nature in this slim and entertaining read.

Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain

Explore the groundbreaking theory that emotions aren't hardwired in the body or brain, but rather constructed in the moment by core systems that interact throughout the whole brain. Psychologist and neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett's research reveals that emotion is a complex process that can be shaped throughout life, revolutionizing our understanding of what it means to be human. Discover how this paradigm shift affects psychology, health care, law enforcement, meditation, and more in How Emotions Are Made.

The Secret Life of the Brain

How Emotions Are Made

Explore the mysteries of the subconscious brain with renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman in this thought-provoking book. From the secret workings of the mind to civil war in the brain, discover unexpected connections between brain damage, dating, beauty, and more. A thrilling exploration of the mind's contradictions and complexities.

The Secret Lives of the Brain

Incognito

Explore the fascinating world of the human brain with Livewired. Renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman provides a revelatory portrait of how the brain adapts, recreates, and formulates new ways of understanding the world. With his hallmark clarity and enthusiasm, Eagleman covers decades of important research while presenting new discoveries from his own research, making Livewired a deeply informative and brilliantly engaging read. Discover the changing texture of the electric fabric of the brain and how it absorbs and organizes external stimuli to make us who we are.

The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain

Livewired

Unleash the full potential of your brain with this groundbreaking book. Renowned brain coach Jim Kwik has worked with top performers for over 25 years and shares science-based practices and techniques to accelerate learning and create exceptional results. Learn how to master your habits, unleash your productivity, tap into boundless motivation, and sharpen your focus. With this practical and proven blueprint, you can break free of limiting beliefs and achieve new levels of success.

Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life

Limitless

Get ready to become unstoppable with this book! Author Ben Angel provides a powerful set of tools that range from "bio-hacking" to hypnosis to neuroscience, all of which readers can apply in their daily lives. This book also comes with an accompanying online short-film series based on each chapter! Readers of every age and phase of life will discover how to master the neuroscience of self-improvement, unlock the potential of their brain for peak performance, apply practical strategies to deal with personal challenges, use failure as a motivator, and tap into their inner creativity. The future is yours to seize!

A 90-Day Plan to Biohack Your Mind and Body for Success

Unstoppable

Unlock extraordinary states of being and achieve profound healing by training your brain to tune in to frequencies beyond our material world. Dr. Joe Dispenza offers a revolutionary set of tools that allow ordinary people to become supernatural, drawing on the latest research in neuroscience, quantum physics, and more. Learn how to free yourself from the past, shift your awareness to the quantum field of infinite possibilities, and access transcendent levels of awareness. This book offers a program for stepping outside our physical reality and into a new world of transformation and change.

How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon

Becoming Supernatural

Behave is a groundbreaking examination of human behavior by neurobiologist and primatologist Robert M. Sapolsky. From the neurobiological factors that influence our actions, to the sensory stimuli that trigger our responses, Sapolsky takes readers on a journey through the evolutionary history of our species to understand why we do the things we do, both good and bad. This genre-defining book explores tribalism, xenophobia, hierarchy and competition, morality and free will, and war and peace with humor and insight, making it a tower of achievement in its own right.

The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst

Behave

Discover 10 Rules for Resilience, a powerful guide to leading your family towards True Resilience. Learn from the CEO/founder of Spartan, Joe De Sena, and his principles for carving out a body and mind that can handle challenge, failure, and tough situations. Embrace preparedness, health, leadership, and resilience to thrive in every facet of life. Don't struggle to finish what you start, delay gratification, or protect your health - learn to pave a path for your family towards True Resilience.

Mental Toughness for Families

10 Rules for Resilience

Discover the best time to do anything according to your body's natural rhythm with The Power of When. Author Michael Breus, PhD reveals groundbreaking research on how our biology and hormones determine the optimal time for various activities, from drinking coffee to having sex. Take the Bio-Time Quiz to learn your chronotype and find out the best time to do over 50 different activities. Packed with personality quizzes, fascinating facts, and easy-to-follow guidelines, this book is the ultimate lifehack to help you achieve your goals.

Discover Your Chronotype--and Learn the Best Time to Eat Lunch, Ask for a Raise, Have Sex, Write a Novel, Take Your Meds, and More

The Power of When

Unbeatable Mind offers a philosophy for unlocking your maximum potential through integrated warrior development. Written by retired Navy SEAL and human performance expert Mark Divine, this book provides the principles for forging deep character, mental toughness, and teamwork. It will help you develop mental clarity, concentration, awareness, leadership authenticity, intuition, offensive mindset, and warrior spirit so you can achieve balanced success and happiness. The training in this book is being employed by a growing number of coaches, professors, therapists, doctors, and business professionals worldwide.

Forge Resiliency and Mental Toughness to Succeed at an Elite Level (Third Edition)

Unbeatable Mind

Upgrade your brain in just 15 minutes a day with insights from Elizabeth Ricker, an MIT and Harvard-trained brain researcher turned Silicon Valley technologist. In this book, she takes you on a wild journey through the cutting-edge world of neuroscience and biohacking, sharing insights from Olympic athletes, a game show contestant, a memory marvel, a famous CEO, and more. Learn the brain-based secret to unlocking success, discover four abilities that predict success in work and relationships, and explore seven research-tested tools to supercharge mental performance. With 20 customizable self-experiments and a 12-week schedule, you'll uncover your own boosts to mental performance and join a growing, global movement of neurohackers revolutionizing their careers and relationships.

How 15 Minutes of Neurohacking a Day Can Help You Work Better, Think Faster, and Get More Done

Smarter Tomorrow

Explore the mysteries of decision-making and how our brains process information in Blink. Malcolm Gladwell uses cutting-edge science to uncover how seemingly instant choices can have a profound impact on our lives. Discover why some people are natural decision-makers while others struggle, and why some decisions can't be explained to others. From predicting marriages to spotting antiques, Gladwell's insights are both fascinating and captivating. Find out why it's not about the quantity of information, but rather about the quality of our "thin-slicing" skills. Blink will change the way you think about thinking.

The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

Blink

Discover the joy of movement with this science-based book that goes beyond the usual arguments in favor of exercise. Through stories of individuals from around the world, this book shows how movement can be a source of fulfillment and belonging, and an antidote to depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Using insights from neuroscience, psychology, anthropology, and more, the author highlights the human capacity for hope, cooperation, and self-transcendence. Learn how movement is integral to our happiness and humanity, and how to harness its power to create meaning and connection in your own life.

How exercise helps us find happiness, hope, connection, and courage

The Joy of Movement

Learn how to embrace stress and turn it into a positive force with The Upside of Stress, a groundbreaking book by psychologist and award-winning teacher Kelly McGonigal. Based on extensive research, this surprising and life-changing guide proves that stress isn't always a bad thing. Discover how to capitalize on its benefits, increase your focus and energy, and even strengthen personal relationships. With practical advice and a fresh perspective, this is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their mindset and get better at handling stress.

Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It

The Upside of Stress

Discover a proven framework for improving every day with Atomic Habits. Written by one of the world’s foremost experts in habit formation, James Clear, this instant New York Times bestseller offers practical strategies on how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. Drawing on biology, psychology, and neuroscience, Clear distills complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Whether you want to overcome a lack of motivation, design your environment for success, or simply achieve your goals, Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and give you the tools you need to transform your habits.

An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

Atomic Habits

Discover the power and purpose of slumber with this international sensation of a book. Sleep expert Matthew Walker examines every aspect of our physical and mental well-being, from learning and mood to regulating hormones and preventing diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s and diabetes. In this “compelling and utterly convincing” read, Walker explains how to improve our lives by harnessing the benefits of sleep.

Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams

Why We Sleep

Recapture the Rapture is a groundbreaking book that presents a new, revolutionary practice known as Hedonic Engineering. This program combines neuroscience and optimal psychology to mend trauma, inspire creativity and foster connections through breathing, movement, and sexuality. With a collapse in Meaning, our world is suffering from diseases of despair, tribalism, and disaster fatigue. This book reminds us of our deepest inspiration, helps us heal our pain and apathy, and connects us like never before. Recapture the Rapture is a roadmap for sparking ethical culture, revitalizing our bodies and boosting our creativity. Answer the questions of why we are here and what do we do know? Get it done with Recapture the Rapture.

Rethinking God, Sex, and Death in a World That's Lost Its Mind

Recapture the Rapture

Discover the groundbreaking science of self-control in this book, informed by the latest research and insights from psychology, economics, neuroscience, and medicine. Learn how willpower works, how to improve it through mindfulness, exercise, nutrition, and sleep, and how to use strategies like self-forgiveness and giving up control to enhance your self-control. With life-changing prescriptive advice and exercises, this book is perfect for those looking to improve their health, happiness, and productivity.

How Self-Control Works, Why It Matters, and What You Can Do to Get More of It

The Willpower Instinct

Discover the power of introverts with this insightful book. Susan Cain explores how society undervalues introverts and their contributions, from Rosa Parks to Steve Wozniak. Through research and real-life stories, Quiet charts the rise of the Extrovert Ideal and introduces successful introverts who often thrive in quiet environments. Prepare to see introverts in a new light and gain a fresh perspective on how we view ourselves and others.

The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking

Quiet

Discover the practical wisdom of Stoic philosophy with this beautifully packaged daily devotional. Stripped of antiquated, formal language, this book presents powerful aphorisms from Seneca, Epictetus, Zeno, and Marcus Aurelius in a page-per-day format. Arranged by topic, this guide features twelve principles for overcoming obstacles and achieving greater satisfaction. Written by the author of The Obstacle is the Way, this book is perfect for high-octane, action-oriented readers seeking a new daily ritual that brings balanced action, insight, effectiveness, and serenity.

366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living

The Daily Stoic

The Align Method by Aaron Alexander teaches readers how proper posture and body alignment can lead to increased strength, reduced pain, and improved performance. Through easy-to-use movement techniques, inspired by practices from yoga, martial arts, chiropractics, and more, readers can achieve toned muscles, increased energy, and reduced anxiety. The program centers on 5 optimizations that can be integrated into daily life, guaranteeing long-term health benefits at a cellular and hormonal level. This book is a must-read for fitness enthusiasts, biohackers, and anyone interested in longevity medicine.

5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life

The Align Method

Unlock your full human potential with Boundless by Ben Greenfield. This New York Times bestselling author and fitness leader offers a unique blueprint for achieving complete optimization of mind, body, and spirit. Learn how to rewire your brain, banish stress, and safely use nootropics and smart drugs. Build muscle, burn fat, and recover faster with little-known workout recovery tactics. Discover how to enhance your sex life, build lasting relationships, and combine ancestral wisdom with modern science for longevity. With Boundless, you'll have everything you need to live a fulfilling and happy life.

Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body & Defy Aging

Boundless

"Fast This Way" by Dave Asprey takes readers on a journey through cutting-edge science to revolutionize their practice of Intermittent Fasting. Asprey challenges readers to up-end their relationship with food and upgrade their fasting game beyond calorie restriction. This compelling read explores how eating the right foods at the right time, working out, and sleeping can enhance your fast, trick your body into thinking you're fasting, and personalize your fast to your genes while impacting your mental health. Discover the manual and toolkit to make the most of your fasts and your personal biology.

Burn Fat, Heal Inflammation, and Eat Like the High-Performing Human You Were Meant to Be (Bulletproof, 6)

Fast This Way

Get ready to harness your inner Spartan spirit with this inspiring manual for bold living. Joe De Sena, the founder of Spartan Race, shares his prescription for overcoming life's obstacles through hard work and force of will. With over 50 ultramarathons and 14 Ironman events under his belt, De Sena knows a thing or two about pushing past limits. In SPARTAN UP! he shares the secrets of his success, including finding the will to succeed, resetting your frame of reference, getting Spartan fit, and moving mountains. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or total couch potato, this book will motivate you to crush your obstacles and achieve peak performance in life.

A Take-No-Prisoners Guide to Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Peak Performance in Life

Spartan Up!

Reading is a powerful tool to expand the mind. A good book can light us up on every level: mind, body, and spirit. Reading can even act as a digital detox for us if we “kick it old school” and get lost in a paper copy. In addition to these benefits, reading has positive effects on our brain. What processes are taking place in our brain when we learn new things? In a word, neuroplasticity. We frequently get asked by our community: “what are you reading right now?” Here's a list of team favorites.

A Neurohacker's Reading List