Book Recommendation | “Why” Series

September 20, 2024 | Library News | WKU Library

‘Why’ is the keyword through which we understand and explore the world. It not only expresses childhood curiosity about the world but also marks the starting point for profound reflections on life, science, and human nature in adulthood. Each 'why' is a journey of exploration, a brave questioning of the unknown, a deep excavation of thought. In this issue, we recommend a series of books on 'why' to our readers, inviting everyone to embark on a reading journey together, to inquire into the mysteries hidden behind 'why,' and to enjoy the pleasure of exploring knowledge.

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《为什么总是看自己不顺眼》
Call No.: BF637.C74 S76 2023 CN

The Critic is a sub-personality whose original purpose is to protect the vulnerable self from external criticism and harm. However, by constantly criticizing us, the Critic actually undermines our ability to live normally. This book aims to help readers separate from the Critic, no longer being controlled by its negative judgments, alleviating the underlying fear and anxiety, and gradually transforming these negative emotions into creativity and insight.

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《反套路经济学:为什么聪明人也会做蠢事?》
Call No.: HB849.44 L36 2024 CN

This book delves into how common sense can mislead us and uses economic analysis to reveal the rational and irrational behaviors of humans, along with their unexpected consequences. It aims to help readers break free from cognitive biases, reconsider economic principles, correct biases, and use economic thinking to gain a wiser understanding of the world and make decisions, even for readers without an economics background, providing them with profound inspiration effortlessly.

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《世上为什么要有图书馆》
Call No.: PL2614 Y36 2024 CN

This book meticulously documents how the author, faced with limited funds, time, and resources, overcame numerous challenges to transform a dilapidated underground space into a library brimming with literary charm. Through the author's firsthand experiences, the book illustrates the value and functions of libraries in modern society, as well as their profound impact on individuals and communities. It explores the significance of libraries as public spaces for knowledge, cultural heritage, and social education, highlighting their irreplaceable role in the era of information.

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《为什么我们总是在防御》
Call No.: BF175.5.D44 B87 2023 CN

This book explores common psychological defense mechanisms used by humans and their applications in daily life. Drawing on the author's psychological analysis experience, it helps readers understand how these defense mechanisms protect us in the face of painful emotions, while also potentially harming interpersonal relationships and distorting emotions. By delving into these primary defense mechanisms and offering practical self-exploration exercises, the book guides readers in identifying and dismantling unhelpful defense mechanisms, enabling them to cope with life's challenges and emotional dilemmas in a healthier and more effective manner.

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《为什么我们想回家,但又不愿久留?》
Call No.: HV697 T39 2024 CN

The book primarily explores how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries in interpersonal relationships, achieving inner peace and personal growth. The author provides practical tips and insights to help readers protect their emotions and needs, thereby finding inner peace and long-term psychological health in their family, work, and social lives.

 

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Content | GU Mengmeng
Layout | HU Linxiao
Review | HU Linxiao

 

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