If you thought Dazai was unapproachable, you just haven't read these books that allow you to get into his personality.
Summary
“Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” to persuade people.
"Mr. Capone" to understand Dazai’s life in the Port Mafia.
“Thinking, Fast and Slow” to think like Dazai.
“Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” by Robert Cialdini
Dazai has a very cocky personality full of black humor. He presents every idea he has as a joke, but never reveals his true plans. He has an excellent ability to manipulate people and make them do whatever he wants them to. But how?
"Influence" is the timeless guide on the art of persuasion that helps you get it. It delves into the psychology behind the magic word "yes" which you want to hear from people. Nobody likes "no" and you’ll forget about this word after reading this book. With over three decades of meticulous, research-based exploration and an additional three years dedicated to understanding the triggers for behavioral change, this work has culminated in this highly-praised book.
Within its pages, you'll grasp the six universal principles, discover how to wield them effectively to become a master persuader, and even pick up the tools to shield yourself against their sway. Whether you're navigating the professional landscape or simply living life, these Influence principles will set you on a path towards significant personal transformation and serve as a potent catalyst for your achievements. If Dazai were to learn how to persuade people, he'd definitely pick this book.
"Mr. Capone" by Robert J. Schoenberg
Dazai was recruited into the Port Mafia, run by Mori Ogai, another great leader. Despite his relaxed and carefree appearance, in reality Dazai is very clever, cunning and violent. And some of these traits were raised by his life in the Port Mafia. So real mafia stories will certainly help you understand his (not so easy) life among people like him – ruthless and merciless.
Let's take a peek into Al Capone's life story – from his wayward childhood antics to his stint with the Brooklyn mob and his eventual journey to Chicago. We'll uncover the transformation of a man who, despite his knack for manipulation and ruthlessness, displayed occasional bouts of surprising rationality along the way. Pretty like Dazai, huh?
“Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman
In terms of intelligence, Dazai can only be compared to Fyodor Dostoevsky and Edogawa Rampo. Of course, we realize that this is a fictional character. But that doesn't mean we can't master a similar level of thinking. To approach it, you need to know what mental mistakes people make and apply solutions given the facts. Here's a look at one of the most influential books of the 21st century that completely changed the way we understand human thought.
In "Thinking, Fast and Slow," Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman took a wrecking ball to our conventional ideas about human decision-making. Delving into a lifetime of research, Kahneman reveals the two methods our brains employ when making choices: lightning-fast, gut-feeling thinking and deliberate, ponderous reasoning. He peels back the curtain on the quirks, biases, and judgments our minds are prone to (even when we're convinced we're being perfectly logical). He provides practical strategies for everyone to sharpen their decision-making skills.
This deep dive into the wonders and quirks of the human mind has left an enduring mark on how we perceive ourselves. And this book will definitely make you understand people’s thinking, just as Dazai already does.
If you thought Dazai was unapproachable, you just haven't read these books that allow you to get into his personality.
Summary
“Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” to persuade people.
"Mr. Capone" to understand Dazai’s life in the Port Mafia.
“Thinking, Fast and Slow” to think like Dazai.
“Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion” by Robert Cialdini
Dazai has a very cocky personality full of black humor. He presents every idea he has as a joke, but never reveals his true plans. He has an excellent ability to manipulate people and make them do whatever he wants them to. But how?
"Influence" is the timeless guide on the art of persuasion that helps you get it. It delves into the psychology behind the magic word "yes" which you want to hear from people. Nobody likes "no" and you’ll forget about this word after reading this book. With over three decades of meticulous, research-based exploration and an additional three years dedicated to understanding the triggers for behavioral change, this work has culminated in this highly-praised book.
Within its pages, you'll grasp the six universal principles, discover how to wield them effectively to become a master persuader, and even pick up the tools to shield yourself against their sway. Whether you're navigating the professional landscape or simply living life, these Influence principles will set you on a path towards significant personal transformation and serve as a potent catalyst for your achievements. If Dazai were to learn how to persuade people, he'd definitely pick this book.
"Mr. Capone" by Robert J. Schoenberg
Dazai was recruited into the Port Mafia, run by Mori Ogai, another great leader. Despite his relaxed and carefree appearance, in reality Dazai is very clever, cunning and violent. And some of these traits were raised by his life in the Port Mafia. So real mafia stories will certainly help you understand his (not so easy) life among people like him – ruthless and merciless.
Let's take a peek into Al Capone's life story – from his wayward childhood antics to his stint with the Brooklyn mob and his eventual journey to Chicago. We'll uncover the transformation of a man who, despite his knack for manipulation and ruthlessness, displayed occasional bouts of surprising rationality along the way. Pretty like Dazai, huh?
“Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman
In terms of intelligence, Dazai can only be compared to Fyodor Dostoevsky and Edogawa Rampo. Of course, we realize that this is a fictional character. But that doesn't mean we can't master a similar level of thinking. To approach it, you need to know what mental mistakes people make and apply solutions given the facts. Here's a look at one of the most influential books of the 21st century that completely changed the way we understand human thought.
In "Thinking, Fast and Slow," Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman took a wrecking ball to our conventional ideas about human decision-making. Delving into a lifetime of research, Kahneman reveals the two methods our brains employ when making choices: lightning-fast, gut-feeling thinking and deliberate, ponderous reasoning. He peels back the curtain on the quirks, biases, and judgments our minds are prone to (even when we're convinced we're being perfectly logical). He provides practical strategies for everyone to sharpen their decision-making skills.
This deep dive into the wonders and quirks of the human mind has left an enduring mark on how we perceive ourselves. And this book will definitely make you understand people’s thinking, just as Dazai already does.
