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The Lucifer Effect

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The Lucifer Effect

Psychology

The Lucifer Effect

Philip Zimbardo

The main idea of this book is that individuals are not inherently evil. Rather, their circumstances can lead them to act in a malevolent way. Our moral values can be easily corrupted without us realizing it. It is ultimately our own choice whether we succumb to evil or demonstrate heroism. An alternative book suggestion is Snakes in Suits by Paul Babiak and Robert D. Hare. Snakes in Suits explores the scenario where a psychopath avoids imprisonment and instead enters the workforce. It delves into the strategies these predators employ, the harm they cause to organizations, and how individuals can defend themselves. Your opinions are valuable to us! Feel free to send an email to [email protected] with the book title as the subject line to share your feedback. Interested in introducing your colleagues to ? We also offer corporate subscriptions. Contact your Learning & Development department to learn more about how you and your team can benefit from for personal and professional growth.

12 min

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Einblick

Worum geht es?

In order to uncover the origin of mankind's ability for malevolence, The Lucifer Effect (2007) explores the depths of the human psyche. It illustrates how we teeter on the edge of wickedness and courage every day – however, it is not our inherent disposition that dictates which side of the spectrum we land on, but rather the multitude of situational factors that infiltrate our existence.

Buchzusammenfassung

Philip Zimbardo is a former professor of psychology at Stanford University, widely known for his Stanford prison experiment. A former president of the American Psychological Association, he is also the author of Shyness and co-author of Psychology and Life.

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