The Meaning of Paradoxes and Paradoxical Thinking by Ryszard Praszkier ISBN 9781009448345, 9781009448338, 9781009448321, 100944834X, 1009448331, 1009448323 instant download

The Meaning of Paradoxes and Paradoxical Thinking by Ryszard Praszkier ISBN 9781009448345, 9781009448338, 9781009448321, 100944834X, 1009448331, 1009448323 instant download

This interdisciplinary work offers a comprehensive analysis of paradoxes and paradoxical thinking, exploring their manifestations in philosophy, societal dynamics, personality, and neuroscience. Demonstrating various methods for the augmentation of creativity and improved performance, this book uniquely integrates theoretical perspective with case studies and practical applications. As such it elucidates the theory and mechanisms of transforming the apparently impossible into the possible, illustrated by cases of social innovators successfully addressing insurmountable challenges. Aimed at graduate and postgraduate social science students and scholars, with over 500 bibliographical references, the text remains accessible to a broader audience due to its engaging language. Emphasizing the significance of paradoxes and paradoxical thinking in both professional and everyday contexts, it provides a nuanced exploration of paradoxical phenomena, making it a valuable resource for academic and general readers alike.

Interdisciplinary Exploration: Undertakes a scholarly examination of paradoxes and paradoxical thinking spanning philosophy, black swan events, social movements, and psychology

Global Case Studies: Engages in an academic exploration of diverse international cases

Practical Application in Academia and Beyond: Analyses how innovators implement paradoxical thinking in the academic and professional spheres

DOI: 10.1017/9781009448321