The science of sin : the psychology of the seven deadlies (and why they are so good for you) /
Laham, Simon M.
The science of sin : the psychology of the seven deadlies (and why they are so good for you) / Simon Laham. - 1st ed. - New York : Three Rivers Press, c2012. - 217 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
Lust: bras, benevolence, and better grades -- Gluttony: eat, drink, and be merry, smart, and helpful -- Greed: buying happiness, hard work, and self-reliance -- Sloth: slow, lazy, and asleep wins the race -- Anger: the positive negative emotion -- Envy: how wanting what others have makes you happier, smarter, and more creative -- Pride: that which cometh before quite a lot of good stuff.
Combines modern research and historical anecdotes to make a lighthearted case for living a sinful life, explaining how moderate indulgences in the "deadly" behaviors can have such benefits as higher self-esteem and better social skills.
0307719340 9780307719348
2011017275
Deadly sins--Psychology.
Pleasure.
Vices--Psychological aspects.
The science of sin : the psychology of the seven deadlies (and why they are so good for you) / Simon Laham. - 1st ed. - New York : Three Rivers Press, c2012. - 217 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Includes bibliographical references.
Lust: bras, benevolence, and better grades -- Gluttony: eat, drink, and be merry, smart, and helpful -- Greed: buying happiness, hard work, and self-reliance -- Sloth: slow, lazy, and asleep wins the race -- Anger: the positive negative emotion -- Envy: how wanting what others have makes you happier, smarter, and more creative -- Pride: that which cometh before quite a lot of good stuff.
Combines modern research and historical anecdotes to make a lighthearted case for living a sinful life, explaining how moderate indulgences in the "deadly" behaviors can have such benefits as higher self-esteem and better social skills.
0307719340 9780307719348
2011017275
Deadly sins--Psychology.
Pleasure.
Vices--Psychological aspects.