Shift

Ethan Kross

"For anyone who has wondered if they will ever be able to control their emotions, this book provides the answer: yes." - Angela Duckworth, author of "Grit"

“This book is not just about understanding emotions, it opens up new perspectives on how to manage them.” - Adam Grant, author of Think Again

Whether it's anxiety about the dentist, raging anger in traffic, or grief after a painful breakup, our lives are filled with situations that confuse us. But as challenging as our emotions are, they are also a superpower. When activated in the right ways and at the right time, they act like an immune system, alerting us to our surroundings, telling us how to handle a situation, and helping us make the right choices. But how do we make our emotions work for us instead of against us? Renowned psychologist Dr. Ethan Kross has dedicated his scientific career to answering this question. In Shift, he dispels common myths—for example, that avoidance is toxic or that we should always strive to live in the moment—and provides a new framework for shifting our emotions so they don't rule our lives. Shift weaves groundbreaking research with captivating stories of people who struggle and succeed in managing their emotions—from a mother whose fear drove her to make a spur-of-the-moment decision that would save her daughter's life mid-flight to the Navy SEAL with a nuclear code who learned how to embrace both joy and pain during a hellish training activity. Dr. Cross shows us that we already have a wide range of tools at our disposal and how to harness them to be healthier and more successful. Packed with practical advice, cutting-edge research, and inspiring stories, Shift gives us back control, so we can control our emotions without them controlling us—and help others do the same. “Filled with gems of wisdom and countless practical tips on regulating emotions, Shift is essential reading for everyone. I couldn’t put it down.” — Chris Evans. “A revolutionary guide to mastering your love life.” — Charles Duhigg, author of Supercommunicators