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Richard Wiseman is a British psychologist, author, and professor known for his research on luck, self-help, and the psychology of everyday life. He has written several bestselling books and is recognized for making psychological science accessible to the public through his writing and media appearances.
Known for: 59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot, Quirkology: The Curious Science of Everyday Lives
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59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot
In this engaging and evidence-based guide, psychologist Richard Wiseman distills decades of scientific research into practical tips that can transform your life in under a minute. Covering topics such...
Quirkology: The Curious Science of Everyday Lives
Quirkology explores the hidden psychology behind everyday behaviors, decisions, and beliefs. Drawing on experiments and observations, psychologist Richard Wiseman reveals how quirks of human nature sh...
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The Science of Happiness
Happiness, as many self-help books claim, is often treated like an elusive quest—a mountain to be climbed through relentless positivity. But the science suggests something far simpler and far more achievable. Research shows that brief, deliberate actions—like expressing gratitude, performing small a...
From 59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot
Motivation and Goal Setting
Traditional wisdom tells us to envision the perfect outcome—to picture ourselves successful, wealthy, or accomplished. Yet the data reveal that such visualization often leads to complacency. People who daydream about success underestimate obstacles and exert less effort. The secret lies not in fanta...
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The Science of Luck
When people tell me they’re unlucky, they often believe fate conspires against them. Yet, through years of research and experiments, I found that luck is less about fortune and more about psychology. In one of our studies, participants who identified as either lucky or unlucky were asked to read a n...
From Quirkology: The Curious Science of Everyday Lives
Lying and Deception
Humans are master storytellers — and sometimes, those stories bend reality. In *Quirkology*, I delve into the psychology of lying to uncover how deception takes root and how we might detect it. Contrary to popular belief, liars do not always betray themselves through easily spotted signs such as shi...
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Richard Wiseman is a British psychologist, author, and professor known for his research on luck, self-help, and the psychology of everyday life. He has written several bestselling books and is recognized for making psychological science accessible to the public through his writing and media appearan...
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Richard Wiseman is a British psychologist, author, and professor known for his research on luck, self-help, and the psychology of everyday life. He has written several bestselling books and is recognized for making psychological science accessible to the public through his writing and media appearan...
Richard Wiseman is a British psychologist, author, and professor known for his research on luck, self-help, and the psychology of everyday life. He has written several bestselling books and is recognized for making psychological science accessible to the public through his writing and media appearances.
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