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The chances of success are greater when people channel their energy into changing just one aspect of their behaviour. He is also a distinguished supporter of humanist society scotland. See all books authored by richard wiseman, including 59 seconds. Wiseman born 17 september 1966 is a professor of the public understanding of psychology at the university of hertfordshire in the united kingdom. Richard wiseman is based at the university of hertfordshire in the united kingdom and has gained an international reputation for research into offbeat areas of psychology, including deception, humor, and luck. Feb 16, 2010 if someone had written a selfhelp book which actually worked, wouldnt there be a lot fewer of them on the shelves. Richard s books have sold more than 3 million copies and have been translated into over 20 languages. This title is not currently available for purchase. Apr 01, 2011 just as he did in his bestselling 59 seconds, professor richard wiseman cuts through the hype and takes us on a breathtaking tour of the simple everyday truths behind extraordinary claims. The chances of success are greater when people channel their energy into changing just one aspect of their behaviour at a time. A psychologist and bestselling author gives us a mythbusting response to the selfhelp movement, with tips and tricks to improve your life that come straight from the scientific community.
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