Kennon M. Sheldon is professor of psychology at the University of Missouri. He is one of the founding researchers of positive psychology, a fellow of the American Psychological Association, and a recipient of the Templeton Foundation Positive Psychology Prize. He lives in Columbia, Missouri.
"Fascinating... a compelling and clear introduction to what
[Self-Determination Theory] teaches us about nurturing a sense of
autonomy... Readers will get a lot out of his book."--Wall Street
Journal
"Utterly fascinating. Sheldon draws on decades of research to
answer some of the most important questions of all: what is the
'self'? How can we lead meaningful lives? A beautiful and coherent
defense of free will, this book will leave readers with a deeper
sense of who they are and how to take control of their
lives."--Emily Esfahani Smith, bestselling author of The Power of
Meaning
"A moving, persuasive, beautifully-written book that tackles a
basic and central aspect of the human mind. Sheldon brings to bear
personal wisdom, abundant research evidence, warmth, and wit on the
grand question of whether human beings are autonomous agents or
merely robots programmed by genes and environment."
--Roy Baumeister, New York Times-bestselling author of
Willpower
"One of the premier thinkers in psychology today combines
philosophical insights with empirical knowledge to suggest that
free will is possible--and that seizing it is critical for a
fulfilling life. Lucidly written, Freely Determined will delight
and enlighten in equal measure."--Constantine Sedikides, University
of Southampton
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