In this annual “best of the best” episode, we revisit the behavioral science books that most influenced our thinking this year. Rather than ranking titles, we explore what made each book impactful; from happiness and psychological richness to leadership, teams, and behavioral economics, and why these ideas continue to challenge how we think, work, and live.Topics[[[[[[[[[[[[©2026 Behavioral GroovesLinksLife in Three Dimensions – Shigehiro OishiThe Soul of Wealth – Daniel CrosbyThe Knowledge Illusion – Steven SlomanDetach – Bob RosenThe Collective Edge – Colin FisherThe Power of Mattering – Zach MercurioWhat We Value – Emily FalkBeyond Happy – Mark FabianThe Doors You Can Open – Rosalind ChowThe Housefly Effect – Eva van den Broek & Tim den HeijerThe Winner’s Curse – Richard Thaler & Alex ImasMeditations for Mortals – Oliver Burkeman Hacking the Human Mind – Richard ShottonJoin us on Substack!Join the Behavioral Grooves communitySubscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTubeSupport Behavioral GroovesMusic LinksGroovy Listening 2025 Playlist