Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know

#1 New York Times Bestseller

"This. This is the perfect book for this moment. Yes, learning requires focus. However, unlearning and relearning demand something more—choosing courage over comfort. In 'Think Again,' Adam Grant skillfully combines research and storytelling to guide us in developing the intellectual and emotional strength necessary to remain curious about the world, enabling us to actually change it. I have never felt so optimistic about what I have yet to discover." —Brené Brown, Ph.D., #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dare to Lead

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of "Originals," "Give and Take," and the upcoming "Hidden Potential" comes a profound exploration of the crucial art of rethinking: the ability to question our own opinions and open others' minds. This skill can position us for excellence in our work and wisdom in our lives.

Traditionally, intelligence has been seen as the capacity to think and learn. However, in a rapidly evolving world, there is another set of cognitive skills that may hold even more significance: the ability to rethink and unlearn. Too often, we prioritize the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. We tend to seek out opinions that validate our preconceived notions, rather than engage with ideas that challenge us. Instead of viewing disagreement as an opportunity for growth, we perceive it as a threat to our egos. We insulate ourselves with like-minded individuals, when we should seek out those who question our thinking process. As a result, our beliefs become rigid long before our bones do. We resemble preachers defending dogma, prosecutors proving the opposition wrong, and politicians vying for approval, rather than scientists seeking truth. Paradoxically, intelligence is not a remedy—sometimes, it can even hinder us from reevaluating our perspectives. The brighter we are, the more blind we can become to our own limitations.

Adam Grant, a distinguished organizational psychologist, is an expert in expanding both our minds and those of others. As Wharton's highest-rated professor and the bestselling author of "Originals" and "Give and Take," he embraces the principle of arguing as if he's right while listening as if he's wrong. Using bold ideas supported by rigorous evidence, Grant explores how we can find joy in being wrong, bring nuance to challenging conversations, and foster communities of lifelong learners in schools, workplaces, and beyond. Inside these pages, you'll witness an international debate champion winning arguments, a Black musician persuading white supremacists to abandon hate, a vaccine advocate encouraging concerned parents to embrace immunization, and even Yankees fans cheering for the Red Sox. "Think Again" unveils the liberating notion that we needn't believe everything we think or internalize everything we feel. It invites us to release views that no longer serve us well and prioritize mental agility over stubborn consistency. If knowledge is power, then recognizing what we don't know is true wisdom.