Wisdom : from philosophy to neuroscience / Stephen S. Hall.
| Author/creator | Hall, Stephen S. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 1st Vintage Books ed. |
| Publication Info | New York : Vintage Books, 2011. |
| Description | x, 333 pages ; 21 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Wisdom defined (sort of) What is wisdom? ; The wisest man in the world : the philosophical roots of wisdom ; Heart and mind : the psychological roots of wisdom -- Eight neural pillars of wisdom. Emotional regulation : the art of coping ; Knowing what's important : the neural mechanism of establishing value and making a judgment ; Moral reasoning : the biology of judging right from wrong ; Compassion : the biology of loving-kindness and empathy ; Humility : the gift of perspective ; Altruism : social justice, fairness, and the wisdom of punishment ; Patience : temptation, delayed gratification, and the biology of learning to wait for larger rewards ; Dealing with uncertainty : change, "meta-wisdom," and the vulcanization of the human brain -- Becoming wise. Youth, adversity, and resilience : the seeds of wisdom ; Older and wiser : the wisdom of aging ; Classroom, board room, bedroom, back room : everyday wisdom in our everyday world ; Dare to be wise : does wisdom have a future? |
| Abstract | A compelling investigation into one of the most coveted and cherished ideals, "Wisdom" also chronicles the efforts of modern science to penetrate the mysterious nature of this timeless virtue. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 279-318) and index. |
| ISBN | 9780307389688 |
| ISBN | 0307389685 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | BJ1595 .H28 2011 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |