Beliefism

Brilliant, wise, humane, scientific, and kind. Beliefism is exactly what the doctor ordered - and it could change the world * Cass R. Sunstein, Robert Walmsley University Professor, Harvard University, and author, How to Become Famous *I learned more about the causes of political hostility in my first hour of reading Dolan’s book than in 14 years as an MP. By the end, I was certain what to do about it. And in finding areas where Paul and I radically disagree, I rejoice that I am not a Beliefist! * Rt Hon Steve Baker FRSA, former campaigning Conservative MP and minister *In these fractured, fractious times, there has never been a more important time to rediscover the lost art of disagreeing agreeably - for it is an art and it is at risk of being lost. Paul Dolan has provided a masterclass - one which is deeply analytical, very entertaining and highly practical - in how to do so * Andy Haldane, Chief Executive, Royal Society for Arts and former Chief Economist, Bank of England *In a world where so many of us seek out those with the same views and prejudices, this book is essential reading. Beliefism is a disease infecting our society and Dolan shows how it can be treated with a heavy dose of tolerance. * Lord Gus O’Donnell, former Cabinet Secretary and head of the British Civil Service *A brilliant book that seems immediately urgent the moment you start reading. Dolan squarely takes on the last remaining discrimination and challenges us to see the person behind the opinion. * Bruce Daisley, bestselling author, workplace culture expert and technology leader *Painful though it can sometimes be, I have always believed in listening to the other side’s arguments. As Paul Dolan argues, it can be good for us. * Chris Mullin, Former Labour MP and author of The Birmingham Bombings and the Scandal that Shook Britain *

Paul Dolan is Professor of Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science. He trained as an economist over three decades ago, moving into psychology after working with Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman. He has published around 150 peer-reviewed papers in leading academic journals. He is author of best-selling books Happiness by Design and Happy Ever After, works that reshaped how we think about what a good life is. His new podcast is called Breaking Beliefism. He doesn’t hate anyone who disagrees with him - unless they’re fans of Coldplay.